10/31 NMS School Dance - 5:30 - 7:30PM

11/4 Cromwell Center - 6th Grade

11/5 Cromwell Center - 6th Grade

11/6 Late Start Wednesday

11/11 Veterans Day - No School

11/13 Late Start Wednesday

11/14 Family/Teacher Conferences 3-7PM

11/19 Family/Teacher Conferences 3-7PM

11/20 Late Start Wednesday

11/27 - 11/29 Thanksgiving Break - No School

Planning Ahead 12/3 - WMTW Weather at Our School

Please note cost and pick up times in the flyer!

From Cromwell Center Website:

School can be difficult for children who don’t fit in, who don’t look like everyone else, who learn differently, or who can’t keep up in schoolwork, sports, or social situations. These kids are often excluded, teased, or bullied.

We are changing this. Our classroom programs have become an integral part of many Maine schools’ anti-bullying, inclusion, and community-building efforts. We work with one classroom at a time so that students can be involved and engaged in a way that larger groupings don’t allow. Because the programs are so participatory, the children are not only program recipients but also steer each session’s direction and drive the discussion based upon individual experiences and existing school and community dynamics. The interactive, lively, hands-on activities allow children to:

• Understand that disabilities are an aspect of human diversity and do not define a person
• Break down stereotypes about differences and similarities
• Explore the power of unkind words, exclusion, and bias
• Identify and roleplay solutions to disability-related mistreatment and bullying
• Practice empathy and inclusion.

Colder weather will be on the way soon. Please have your students wear appropriate outerwear as the temperature drops! They will remain to go outside for Wellness time each day as weather allows. Remind your children to check the LOST & FOUND area for missing sweatshirts, coats, water bottles, etc...this area by the cafeteria is overflowing with personal items! Below I have links to information from the CDC on flu and covid vaccines for children. It is that time to protect your family, and others around you, from serious illness.

• See this link for information about flu vaccine
• See this link for information about covid vaccine

We are excited to invite veterans and their families to our annual Veterans Day Breakfast! This special event is an opportunity for us to honor and thank our veterans and active-duty military members for their service and sacrifice. We encourage students to contact the veterans in their lives and ask them to join us.

The event will take place on Friday, November 8, 2024, from 7:00 AM to 7:45 AM in the Noble Middle School Cafeteria.

Anyone planning to attend should RSVP so we can ensure we have enough breakfast for everyone. You can RSVP by email lee.leon@msad60.org or call 698-1320.

We hope to see many of you there to celebrate and show our appreciation for those who have served our country. Thank you for your continued support of Noble Middle School and for helping us recognize the importance of Veterans Day.

Within the next week, you will receive communication from your student's homeroom teacher to schedule a conference. You will have a choice of a remote or in-person meeting. Conferences will take place on Thursday, November 14th and Tuesday, November 19th from 3-7PM.

At school we will have information tables to help with Infinite Campus, learn about student supports from our Student Success Team, and Athletics.

Thank you so much to everyone who helped make the 2nd Annual NMS Color Run a success!

Together, we were able to raise $20,000 for Noble Middle School, while making fun core memories for the students!!!!

A special shout out to all of our sponsors and volunteers this year! This event wouldn’t have been possible without you all!

Haley Rose photography took professional photos during the event! We will post that photo gallery soon on the Berwick PTO Facebook page for everyone to enjoy as soon as all of the photographs are cleared by the school- this is to ensure and respect everyone’s privacy. We sincerely appreciate everyone’s patience while we diligently work to get the photo gallery posted.

Our fundraiser website will be open for one more week if you wish to make a late donation.

Just click the link below!

https://give.mybooster.com/noble-middle-school

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you so much!

Congratulations to all our Fall student athletes on a tremendous season! There were numerous team and individual accomplishments made that our players, coaches and community should be very proud of. Great job Squires!

Registration for the Winter 1 Sports season is now open, which includes Boys and Girls Basketball (7th & 8th Gr.), Expansion Basketball (6th, 7th, & 8th Gr.), and Competition Cheerleading (6th, 7th, & 8th Gr.). You can register for these activities on our athletics website HERE: https://www.athletics.rsu60.org/registration.

Boys and Girls Basketball evaluations will begin on Monday, November 4th.

Expansion Basketball will begin on Tuesday, December 3rd.

The Competition Cheerleading start date is TBD as we await the full competition schedule release. This will be shared with participants once it is determined.

If you have any questions, please contact Asst. Athletic Director, Alex McCormack-Kuhman (alex.mccormack-kuhman@msad60.org).

Does your family need help for the holidays? The North Berwick Christmas Project provides a food box with a turkey and fixings plus at least two gifts per child. If you would like an application, please contact Sarah Burcalow, NMS school counselor: sarah.burcalow@msad60.org or 207-698-1320 ext. 6. Applications are due by November 29, 2024. Families from Lebanon and Berwick are welcome to apply as well.

Yearbooks are always on sale and cheapest at the beginning of the year, order early and save money!!! Yearbook costs are now $40. We will have order forms in the office- but easiest to order online! Payment plans are available on the website. When ordering, include homeroom teacher's name.