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Principal's Post - Week of October 22nd
Dear NAMS families, I hope that this message finds you and your family well. It continues to be my pleasure getting to know more and more of our students and having the opportunity to watch our teachers in action. Good luck to our Boston Red Sox as they face either the Los Angeles Dodgers or the Milwaukee Brewers in the World Series next week.
Grade 7 Hearing/Vision/BMI Screenings Grade 7 Hearing/Vision/BMI Screenings are scheduled for Tuesday, October 23, 2018 during the school day. These screenings will be conducted by our nurses. Any parent/guardian wishing to opt their child out of these screening should contact our nurses. Kathleen Pease - peasek@northandoverpublicschools.com Elizabeth Hassaneine - hassaneine@northandoverpublicschools.com Annual Grade 8 Trips to Nature’s Classroom I want to wish all of our students and staff participating in this year's trip to Nature's Classroom a wonderful time! The dates of this year’s Annual Grade 8 Trip to Nature’s Classroom are as follows: ☑ Team 8A - October 15-17, 2018 (Cheryl Raimondo attended with team.) ☑ Team 8B - October 17-19, 2018 (Steve Wrigley attended with team.) ▢ Team 8C - October 22-24, 2018 (Jorge Goncalves will be attending with team.)  NAMS Turkey Trot T-Shirt Contest NAMS Turkey Trot T-Shirt Contest is under way. Students are invited to enter a design on or before October 29, 2018. Please open the file below for the pdf flyer with full details.  A Message from the North Andover Music Association NAMS Music Parents, NAMA is the parent booster club for all NAPS music programs, and we encourage you to get involved! For news and information, please visit our website at www.northandovermusic.org and subscribe for updates, like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/northandovermusic/, and follow us on Twitter @namamusic! We will be holding a meeting at NAMS on December 11th, and invite you to attend. Details to follow. Come see what we’re up to and how you can help! Are you interested in a fun evening of music and dancing? Join us at our second annual “A Knight to Remember” silent auction fundraiser at the North Andover Country Club on November 10th. For tickets and information, visit: https://northandovermusic.org/announcements/events-news/2018/10/11/music-parents-youre-invited-knight-remember-november-10th-nacc/  International Observe the Moon Night 2018 & Merrimack College Family Astronomy Night Merrimack College has two fabulous opportunities for families this month. One International Observe the Moon Night 2018 Saturday, October 20th, and the other, Merrimack College Family Astronomy Night, Wednesday, October 24th. The International Observe the Moon Night 2018 Saturday, October 20th, 6-11 p.m is a perfect choice for folks who simply want to observe the moon through the observatory. Merrimack College Family Astronomy Night, Wednesday, October 24th, is actually on the full Hunter's Moon. Come by Merrimack College for a night filled with astronomy activities for all ages. Activities will include use of the Merrimack Observatory, Mars Rover programming, civilian science, and more. Snacks will be provided as well. If interested, please register you and your family here: http://bit.do/MCAstronomyNight
Play It Forward Soccer Jamboree 2018 Who: All town soccer players and kids who want to participate What: End-of-Fall Soccer Jamboree When: Sunday October 28, 2018 at 12:00 p.m. Where: Carter Fields, Carter Field Road, North Andover, MA Cost: $5 per child* *All proceeds benefit Soccer Without Borders, a nonprofit organization that uses soccer to instill positive change in youth in under-served countries through education and sport. Kids will play three 10-minute games, and there will be a final game for each age group. Members of the North Andover High School girls and boys soccer teams will be at the event to coach, ref, and encourage the kids to make it even more fun! Parents and siblings are invited to watch and spend the day as there will be raffles to benefit Soccer Without Borders, food, music, and drinks. Fun for the whole family! To learn more and to register please visit https://sites.google.com/northandoverpublicschools.com/soccerwithoutborders/home by Friday, October 26th. NAHS juniors and varsity soccer players Ashley Yonchak (Franklin alum) and Julia Ward (Thomson alum) are the organizers of this event. Grab your friends and sign up today! This is the link for the direct fundraising page: https://www.crowdrise.com/o/en/campaign/play-it-forward6  |
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Principal's Post - Week of October 15th
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Principal's Post - Week of October 9th
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Principal's Post - Week of October 1st
Principal's Post 10/01/18 Dear NAMS Families, October finds students becoming more engaged in both coursework and activities that challenge them academically and help develop their social skills. To the staff and parents/guardians who have helped in making this transition a success – I thank you! Postural Screening The state of Massachusetts mandates that all students in grades 6 through 8 be screened for scoliosis. Those students who have PE and /or Wellness this semester will be screened next Tuesday, October 2, 2018 and Wednesday, October 3, 2018. Physician referrals will be made as needed. Parents and guardians may waive this student screening by submitting a written request to the school nurse. Ms. Hassanien - hassaniene@northandoverpublicschools.com Ms. Pease - peasek@northandoverpublicschools.com Geography Night Scheduled for Thursday, October 4, 2018 NAMS's 10th Annual Family Geography Night is scheduled for Thursday, October 4th from 6-8 p.m. View the inflatable EarthView Globe Explore the Giant South American Floor Map View Cultural Performances Make Landform Cookies And so much more! NAMS Book Fair is scheduled for Wednesday, October 3rd through Friday, October 5th Our NAMS Book Fair will be held in the NAMS Library during the school days on Wednesday, October 3rd through Friday, October 5th and will also be open during Geography Night on the evening of Thursday, October 4th. Students will have the opportunity to visit the fair during school hours as well as during Geography Night on Thursday, October 4th. The event brings to our school a wonderful selection of fun, engaging, and affordable books kids want to read. Giving kids access to good books and the opportunity to choose books will motivate them to read more! Reading for pleasure makes a big difference to children’s educational performance as they develop a broader vocabulary, increase general knowledge, and develop a better understanding of other cultures. “Books are the quietest and most constant of friends; they are the most accessible and wisest of counselors, and the most patient of teachers.” -Charles W. Elio If you are willing and able to volunteer your time to help the students check out books, you can sign up for a slot or even two here or at the following address: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a0f4fa8ae2daaf94-scholastic If you want more information about the book fair, please contact Timra Carlson at timra_carlson@yahoo.com. Bytes of Code Are you interested in learning about coding and animation, digital art, and digital music? If so, then check out the Bytes of Code classes to be held at Stevens Memorial Library this fall. These drop-in classes are open to all students ages 11 - 18, and a different topic will be covered each week. No need to register and you can attend just one class or multiple classes. The first class will be held this Wednesday, September 26, 2:40 - 3:40 pm. More information is available on the Stevens Memorial Library’s website. Girls Who Code Any grade 6-12 girls who are interested in technology are encouraged to submit an application for the Girls Who Code program at Stevens Memorial Library. No previous coding experience is required! The program will be held on Tuesdays, 6:00-8:00 p.m., September 25th to April 23rd. Lottery Applications for this exciting program are available in the NAMS Library or in the Teen Room at Stevens Memorial Library. All applications must be returned to Stevens Memorial Library by Friday, September 21, 2018. |
Principal's Post - Week of September 24th
Principal's Post 09/24/18 Dear NAMS Families, I hope that this message finds you and your family well. I recognize that many of our families continue to be without gas service. I have been impressed with how this community has found countless numbers of ways to help one another during this difficult time. You may find available supports for our North Andover families here. Over the last few weeks, I have been able to meet and get to know so many wonderful students, parents, and community members. Walking around the building and visiting classes has provided me opportunities to see teachers who are experts in their craft demonstrating to students just how much they care. This is a special place and I am very fortunate to be a part of it. School Picture Day is Scheduled for Friday, September 28, 2018 Students should hand their order form to the photographer. Blank forms are available in the office for students who may have misplaced their form. All students should have their picture taken. NAMS Book Fair is scheduled for Wednesday, October 3rd through Friday, October 5th Our NAMS Book Fair will be held in the NAMS Library during the school days on Wednesday, October 3rd through Friday, October 5th and will also be open during Geography Night on the evening of Thursday, October 4th. Students will have the opportunity to visit the fair during school hours as well as during Geography Night on Thursday, October 4th. The event brings to our school a wonderful selection of fun, engaging, and affordable books kids want to read. Giving kids access to good books and the opportunity to choose books will motivate them to read more! Reading for pleasure makes a big difference to children’s educational performance as they develop a broader vocabulary, increase general knowledge, and develop a better understanding of other cultures. “Books are the quietest and most constant of friends; they are the most accessible and wisest of counselors, and the most patient of teachers.” -Charles W. Elio If you are willing and able to volunteer your time to help the students check out books, you can sign up for a slot or even two here or at the following address: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a0f4fa8ae2daaf94-scholastic If you want more information about the book fair, please contact Timra Carlson at timra_carlson@yahoo.com. Are you interested in being on the NAMS School Council this year? We are looking for 3 parents/guardians to be members of this year’s NAMS School Council. Each public school has a school council consisting of the school principal, teachers, and parents of students currently attending the school. The council will work together to help shape the school culture, assist to identify educational needs of the students, develop a school improvement plan and ensure the district plan is implemented. The NAMS school council will be comprised of 3 teachers (Erien Gordon, Christine Lawrence, & Joseph Bianco), community member (Kim Incampo), and 3 parents/guardians (TBA). A parent/guardian position may be shared by more than one parent. NAMS will also be looking into adding two students to this year’s school council. This year’s School Council Meetings will take place on Monday afternoons from 3:00-4:00 p.m. on the following dates: 10/15, 11/26, 1/7, 2/4, 3/11, 4/8, 5/13 If you are interested in being a member of this year’s NAMS School Council, please take a moment to provide PTAC with your contact information and reasons why you are interested by completing a quick form here or at the following address: https://goo.gl/forms/keE9Sz9eH3XXTfBx1 You can learn more about the responsibilities of school councils here. Open House Open houses are by grade level and serve as an opportunity for parents/guardians to meet teachers and learn more about curriculum and classroom practices. Open houses begin at 6 p.m. in the auditorium and Team meetings beginning at 6:15 p.m. Parents/Guardians of Special Education students are invited to meet Susan Donatell at 5:30 p.m. in the library. She will be available for all three open houses, which are scheduled as follows:
Grade 8 Trip to Nature's Classroom The annual grade 8 trip to Nature’s Classroom in Ocean Park, ME is quickly approaching and many of our parents/guardians still need to register for this trip. You can register for the trip through Community Pass. Registrations and payment are due not later than Friday, September 28, 2018. Full cost of this trip is $230. Please consider making a donation to our scholarship fund by paying more than the full cost of the trip if you are able. Scholarships are available by contacting Ms. Raimondo at 978-681-0153 or raimondoc@northandoverpublicschools.com Online payment and registration is available through Community Pass by clicking on the orange community pass portal button at the top left of the page. Nature’s Classroom will be listed under the Excel Enrichment tab once you are logged in. If you do not have an active community pass account, please call Community Programs at 978-794-3080 or email Lisa Foucault at foucaultl@northandoverpublicschools.com for assistance. Payments can be made online electronically by using either Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express and ACH checking. If paying less than $230 or making a payment later, choose send payment under the select payment method. Checks should be made out to Town of North Andover and may be dropped off in the NAMS main office or sent to Town of North Andover 566 Main Street Care of Community Programs North Andover, MA 01845
In order to finalize all of the necessary details for this trip, we need your help. Can you please complete and return the attached forms by Monday, September 24, 2018. Attached you will find the following:
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Grade 8 Natures Classroom Packet 09-20-18.pdf
Principal's Post - Week of September 17th
Principal's Post - Week of September 17th Dear NAMS Families, I hope that this message finds you and your families safe this evening. Recognizing that many of our families are still displaced from their homes and significantly impacted by the events of last week, we at NAMS would like to help. 1. Student absences will be excused for those who are not able to make it into school. 2. School counselors will be available at all of our schools for students who may require support. 3. The school will be open at 6:00 a.m. tomorrow for any students who wish to take a hot shower in our gym locker rooms before school begins. Toiletries will be donated by our PTAC families and available on tables outside of the locker rooms. The you Ms. Chestler for organizing this. 4. NAMS staff will be donating breakfast items and snacks for our students. These snacks and breakfast items will be on tables outside of the locker rooms. Thank you Ms. Raffalli for organizing this. 5. Please let me know if your family has been displaced or has specific needs as a result of Thursday's events so that we may mobilize available resources, in coordination with the Youth Center, to support our students. We are committed to supporting and assisting all students and families through this difficult time. 6. We are working to provide opportunities for students to write thank you cards for our emergency personnel who responded to the events of the last few days and continue to provide support for our families in need. 7. NAMS Picture Day has been rescheduled for Friday, September 28, 2018. Reminders Open House Open houses are by grade level and serve as an opportunity for parents/guardians to meet teachers and learn more about curriculum and classroom practices. Open houses begin at 6 p.m. in the auditorium and Team meetings beginning at 6:15 p.m. Parents/Guardians of Special Education students are invited to meet Susan Donatell at 5:30 p.m. in the library. She will be available for all three open houses, which are scheduled as follows:
Annual Grade 8 Trip to Nature’s Classroom The dates of this year’s Annual Grade 8 Trip to Nature’s Classroom are as follows:
The Nature's Classroom location that we will be going to is Ocean Park, ME. You can access the Nature's Classroom website for Ocean Park here. Under School Program, you may learn what a typical day at Nature's Classroom looks like and more. Many of our parents/guardians still need to register for this trip. You can register for the trip through Community Pass. You will be receiving another email regarding how to access Community Pass through the Community Programs Department or you can use one of the two links below to register for this year’s trip. Full payment of $230 will be due by September 30, 2018 and checks should be made payable to Town of North Andover. Online payment and registration is available through Community Pass by clicking on the orange community pass portal button at the top left of the page. Nature’s Classroom will be listed under the Excel Enrichment tab once you are logged in. (If you do not have an active community pass account, please call Community Programs at 978-794-3080 or email Lisa Foucault at foucaultl@northandoverpublicschools.com for assistance. Existing Community Pass Members: Click here or go to https://bit.ly/2wU6W94 Create a Community Pass Account: Click here or go to https://register.communitypass.net/reg/index.cfm Community or Organization should be North Andover Public Schools, MA Please visit the website found here or at the following address for information about the trip: http://www.northandoverpublicschools.com/departments/community-programs/nature-s-classroom Please feel free to contact the Community Programs Department at 978-794-3080 or email Lisa Foucault at foucaultl@northandoverpublicschools.com with any questions. Suggested Equipment List https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B80lr9vJ5HNfb3M3V3B5ck1Cb2JkczN0MUV6V2o4WFRWdkY4/view?usp=sharing Medication Form https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B80lr9vJ5HNfOWtfUlpFTGYtVW4xc1lqaTByME56OXZuX29V/view?usp=sharing Payments can be made on line electronically by using either Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express and ACH checking. Please note that there is a convenience fee for all online payments. (Credit Cards 2.95% and EFT .40 cents) You may also register online and pay via paper check by clicking sign up - no payment at check out. |
Principal's Post - Week of September 10th
Welcome back everyone! Open House Open houses are by grade level and serve as an opportunity for parents/guardians to meet teachers and learn more about curriculum and classroom practices. Open houses begin at 6 p.m. in the auditorium and Team meetings beginning at 6:15 p.m. Parents/Guardians of Special Education students are invited to meet Susan Donatell at 5:30 p.m. in the library. She will be available for all three open houses, which are scheduled as follows:
Picture Day - Friday, September 14th NAMS Picture Day is scheduled for Friday, September 14th. Students will be bringing home Picture Day order forms on Tuesday, September 11, 2018. North Andover Middle School Parent Teacher Advisory Council Parent involvement is an essential part of NAMS. The PTAC (North Andover Middle School Parent Teacher Advisory Council) is a great way to find opportunities that might interest you. Our first meeting of the year is scheduled for Thursday, September 13, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. in the NAMS cafeteria. Annual Grade 6 Team Building Field Trip We would like to welcome your child to the NAMS community and wish them a productive and fun-filled year. It is a NAMS tradition for the 6th grade class to participate in team-building activities in hopes of fostering friendships, alleviating anxiety and strengthening our 6th grade community. During the week of September 10th, your child will be participating in "6th Grade Camp" Students will be broken out by teams and will have the opportunity to participate in various activities such as kayaking, paddle boarding, cooperative games, etc. All activities will take place at Stevens Pond and Weir Hill. You may find more information about this trip here or at the following address: https://goo.gl/UWG1MC
Annual Grade 8 Trip to Nature’s Classroom The dates of this year’s Annual Grade 8 Trip to Nature’s Classroom are as follows:
The Nature's Classroom location that we will be going to is Ocean Park, ME. You can access the Nature's Classroom website for Ocean Park here. Under School Program, you may learn what a typical day at Nature's Classroom looks like and more. Many of our parents/guardians still need to register for this trip. You can register for the trip through Community Pass. You will be receiving another email regarding how to access Community Pass through the Community Programs Department or you can use one of the two links below to register for this year’s trip. Full payment of $230 will be due by September 30, 2018 and checks should be made payable to Town of North Andover. Online payment and registration is available through Community Pass by clicking on the orange community pass portal button at the top left of the page. Nature’s Classroom will be listed under the Excel Enrichment tab once you are logged in. (If you do not have an active community pass account, please call Community Programs at 978-794-3080 or email Lisa Foucault at foucaultl@northandoverpublicschools.com for assistance. Existing Community Pass Members: Click here or go to https://bit.ly/2wU6W94 Create a Community Pass Account: Click here or go to https://register.communitypass.net/reg/index.cfm Community or Organization should be North Andover Public Schools, MA Please visit the website found here or at the following address for information about the trip: http://www.northandoverpublicschools.com/departments/community-programs/nature-s-classroom Please feel free to contact the Community Programs Department at 978-794-3080 or email Lisa Foucault at foucaultl@northandoverpublicschools.com with any questions. Suggested Equipment List https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B80lr9vJ5HNfb3M3V3B5ck1Cb2JkczN0MUV6V2o4WFRWdkY4/view?usp=sharing Medication Form https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B80lr9vJ5HNfOWtfUlpFTGYtVW4xc1lqaTByME56OXZuX29V/view?usp=sharing Payments can be made on line electronically by using either Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express and ACH checking. Please note that there is a convenience fee for all online payments. (Credit Cards 2.95% and EFT .40 cents) You may also register online and pay via paper check by clicking sign up - no payment at check out. REMINDERS Power School Login You and your child can log into your PowerSchool account here or at the following address: https://naps.powerschool.com/public/ Food Services Information & Reminders You may access information and forms regarding food services here or at the following address: http://www.schoolnutritionandfitness.com/index.php?sid=1500928478204
Transportation Information & Reminders You may find information here or at the following website: http://www.northandoverpublicschools.com/departments/transportation Please be sure that your child knows his/her bus number prior to the first day of school. Community Programs Information You may access information regarding community programs and registration information here or at the following address: http://www.northandoverpublicschools.com/departments/community-programs |
Principal’s Post - Week of September 4th
Welcome back everyone! Where do students report on the first day of school?
Arrival Students should not arrive at school before 7:10 a.m. Supervision of early arrivals is not available. Parents should make arrangements so that their children are not dropped off at the school prior to 7:10 a.m. Upon arriving at school, sixth graders should proceed to the Symmes House 6th grade lobby or auditorium. Seventh and Eighth graders should proceed directly to the cafeterias. At 7:35 a.m. students may enter the corridors to go directly to their lockers, gather their morning materials and then go to homeroom. When a student arrives on the school grounds, she/he must remain on the school grounds. Leaving school grounds without written permission submitted to the office is not permitted. As we begin the new school year, please be sure to review the following documents: Supply Lists may be found in each of our Team websites by grade below: Open House Open houses are by grade level and serve as an opportunity for parents/guardians to meet teachers and learn more about curriculum and classroom practices. Open houses begin at 6 p.m. in the auditorium and Team meetings beginning at 6:15 p.m. Parents/Guardians of Special Education students are invited to meet Susan Donatell at 5:30 p.m. in the library. She will be available for all three open houses, which are scheduled as follows:
North Andover Middle School Parent Teacher Advisory Council Parent involvement is an essential part of NAMS. The PTAC (North Andover Middle School Parent Teacher Advisory Council) is a great way to find opportunities that might interest you. Our first meeting of the year is scheduled for Thursday, September 13, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. in the NAMS cafeteria. Annual Grade 6 Team Building Field Trip We would like to welcome your child to the NAMS community and wish them a productive and fun-filled year. It is a NAMS tradition for the 6th grade class to participate in team-building activities in hopes of fostering friendships, alleviating anxiety and strengthening our 6th grade community. During the week of September 10th, your child will be participating in "6th Grade Camp" Students will be broken out by teams and will have the opportunity to participate in various activities such as kayaking, paddle boarding, cooperative games, etc. All activities will take place at Stevens Pond and Weir Hill. You may find more information about this trip here or at the following address: https://goo.gl/UWG1MC
Annual Grade 8 Trip to Nature’s Classroom The dates of this year’s Annual Grade 8 Trip to Nature’s Classroom are as follows:
Many of our parents/guardians still need to register for this trip. You can register for the trip through Community Pass. You will be receiving another email regarding how to access Community Pass through the Community Programs Department or you can use one of the two links below to register for this year’s trip. Full payment of $230 will be due by September 30, 2018 and checks should be made payable to Town of North Andover. Online payment and registration is available through Community Pass by clicking on the orange community pass portal button at the top left of the page. Nature’s Classroom will be listed under the Excel Enrichment tab once you are logged in. (If you do not have an active community pass account, please call Community Programs at 978-794-3080 or email Lisa Foucault at foucaultl@northandoverpublicschools.com for assistance. Existing Community Pass Members: Click here or go to https://bit.ly/2wU6W94 Create a Community Pass Account: Click here or go to https://register.communitypass.net/reg/index.cfm Community or Organization should be North Andover Public Schools, MA
Please visit the website found here or at the following address for information about the trip: http://www.northandoverpublicschools.com/departments/community-programs/nature-s-classroom Please feel free to contact the Community Programs Department at 978-794-3080 or email Lisa Foucault at foucaultl@northandoverpublicschools.com with any questions. Suggested Equipment List https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B80lr9vJ5HNfb3M3V3B5ck1Cb2JkczN0MUV6V2o4WFRWdkY4/view?usp=sharing Medication Form https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B80lr9vJ5HNfOWtfUlpFTGYtVW4xc1lqaTByME56OXZuX29V/view?usp=sharing Payments can be made on line electronically by using either Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express and ACH checking. Please note that there is a convenience fee for all online payments. (Credit Cards 2.95% and EFT .40 cents) You may also register online and pay via paper check by clicking sign up - no payment at check out. Power School Login You and your child can log into your PowerSchool account here or at the following address: https://naps.powerschool.com/public/ Food Services Information & Reminders You may access information and forms regarding food services here or at the following address: http://www.schoolnutritionandfitness.com/index.php?sid=1500928478204
Transportation Information & Reminders You may find information here or at the following website: http://www.northandoverpublicschools.com/departments/transportation Please be sure that your child knows his/her bus number prior to the first day of school. Community Programs Information You may access information regarding community programs and registration information here or at the following address: http://www.northandoverpublicschools.com/departments/community-programs |
Welcome Message 2018-2019
Dear NAMS Families, Welcome to North Andover Middle School and the start of the 2018-2019 school year. I hope that your summer has been healthy, safe, and relaxing. On behalf of the entire faculty and staff, I am delighted to greet our incoming grade 6 students and our returning grades 7 & 8 students. Additionally, I extend a very special welcome to students and families new to our community. The entire NAMS community is looking forward to a great year of academic and personal growth, challenges, and accomplishments. The middle school provides an environment that allows transition for the students as they move from elementary into high school years. Our learning approach is to offer a balanced instructional program in a team setting that nurtures the development of responsible, thoughtful citizens for life in an increasingly interdependent global society. By creating environments in which students are challenged to explore, to create, to make decisions, and to actively participate in and be accountable for their learning they will be better prepared for high school and beyond. The first day of school for students is Tuesday, September 4, 2018. Typically, traffic is heavy on the first day, so please leave extra time and carpool if possible. You may find the Drop Off & Pick Up map in the NAMS FAQs section on our website or you may access the map directly here. We ask that every parent/guardian exercise utmost care and patience in the drop-off and pick-up areas. If your child rides the bus to or from school, please be sure that your child knows his/her bus number prior to the first day of school. Where do students report on the first day of school?
The custodial staff continues to do an outstanding job preparing the building for the upcoming year. Our building and grounds will be ready thanks to the great work of our custodial staff: Tod Workman (best last name ever for our head custodian), Kevin Foster, Paul Quintal, Michael Belisle, Michael, Bodenrader, and Kathy Giard. In addition, I would like to also thank our Supervisor of Maintenance, John Mullen, and all of our maintenance crews for the time and energy preparing the inside and outside of NAMS for the first day of school with painting projects and more. Special thanks to Melissa Barron, Lisa Hunter, & Gail Sheldon for overseeing the numerous tasks associated with beginning a new school year. It is my pleasure to welcome the new staff members to NAMS. Although some of our talented educators may have moved on, I am excited about the addition of these new colleagues:
A collaborative effort amongst all team players – administration, teachers, students, and parents/guardians – is necessary to ensure a successful middle school experience for your child. We are glad you and your child are members of the NAMS community and we are looking forward to a wonderful year together. I would love the opportunity to introduce myself in person to NAMS parents/guardians in the NAMS library on Thursday, September 6th from 6:30-7:30 p.m. I will be able to share with you the results of my entry plan survey, introduce myself, and answer any of your questions. You may find important information related to the first day of school and more in this week’s Principal Post on our website or here. Sincerely, Jorge Goncalves Pronounced (George Gone+Solves) |
NAMS Yearbooks for sale
2017-2018 Yearbooks are still available. Come by the main office if you wish to purchase one. Call 978 794-1870 for office hours. |
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