NAMS Weekly Tea Week of May 6, 2024

Week of May 6, 2024 Updates

• Monday, May 6, 2024 - Day “D”
• Tuesday, May 7, 2024 - Day “E”
• Wednesday, May 8, 2024 - Day “F”
• Thursday, May 9, 2024 - Day “A”
• Friday, May 10, 2024 - Day “B”

I would like to thank everyone for your participation and cooperation during this year’s administration of the PSSA’s. Overall, we had a great two weeks and our students got to participate in fun activities like our Volleyball tournaments!

As we enter May and the days get warmer, please be cognizant of our NASD Dress Code. Tank tops, slippers, shirts that reveal the midriff, shirts that are see-through, or have a low neck-line are not permitted to be worn during the school day. In addition, clothing that is intended to be worn under clothing should not be worn by themself.

Our NAMS students will be very busy over the next few weeks. Here is a list of some of the upcoming events and activities.

• Thursday May 9, 7PM 6th Grade Chorus / Northampton Naturals Concert at the MS Gym
• Sunday May 12, 3PM and 7PM MS Drama Club Presents Peter Pan Jr. at the NASD Auditorium
• Friday May 17, 7PM 7th and 8th Grade Chorus / Show Choir Concert at the NASD Auditorium
• Tuesday, May 21, 7PM Spring Band Concert at NASD Auditorium
• Wednesday, May 22, 7PM Spring Orchestra Concert at the NASD Auditorium
• Thursday, May 30, 8:00AM PE Olympics
• Friday, May 31, 8:30AM Plant 1 Moving Up Ceremony at the MS Gym
• Monday, June 3, 8:30AM Plant 2 Moving Up Ceremony at the MS Gym
• Tuesday, June 4, 8:30AM Plant 3 Moving Up Ceremony at the MS Gym

Let's finish strong! Konkretestrong

Keep focused, support each other, and make every moment count. Together, let's make these final weeks memorable and successful!

Curriculum Office

7th Grade Parents & Guardians

This past week on Wednesday, May 1st you should have received a letter regarding your student’s World Language course placement for the 2024 - 2025 school year. Please review the letter and email Barry Schultz - Assistant Principal (shultzb@nasdschools.org) and Scott Oste - District Curriculum Supervisor (ostes@nasdschools.org) if you have any questions.

Thank you!

Address Changes

Have you moved? If you have recently moved, please provide two new proofs of residency and email them to gordona@nasdschools.org. We will then update your Sapphire account for mailings and transportation. This is important so you do not miss any valuable information or letters that may be sent home. Please remember you can also update phone numbers and e-mail addresses on Sapphire.

Working Papers

Working papers must be completed through the High School Guidance Office. Please click the link to view the information and application for work permits. This is available for students age 14 and up. It is preferable that the student has a job lined up before completing the paperwork.

After School Algebra 1 Keystone Review Sessions

• Thursday dates: 5/9
• Time: 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
• Room: 302

After-School Small Group Tutoring Program Club

We have 4 more weeks left! Please make sure your child attends! No Meeting May 7th, 2024. Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 2:30pm - 3:30pm. Additional Questions email Mr. Rex at rexm@nasdschools.org.

Math Club

Math Club meets Wednesdays from 2:30 pm - 3:30pm. Our last meeting will be May 22nd. Questions email Mr. Rex at rexm@nasdschools.org.

Yearbook Club

We are not accepting new applications at this time. Please email Ms. Morrison with any questions: morrisok@nasdschools.org

(you do not need to log in to purchase a book)

Crochet Club

Attention Members:Our Crochet Club Spring Sale was a big success! We raised over $200! This will fund our end of the year gifts and allow us to buy more supplies for future projects!

The Crochet Club was featured in The Northampton Press Tuesday 2/6/24 newspaper. Here is the link to the article: Members of new NAMS club enjoy calming practice of crocheting

Email me with any questions: bacherty@nasdschools.org

Drama Club

TECH WEEK:

All cast AND crew of Peter Pan JR are called Monday-Friday this week!!

• Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri - 2:30PM - 5PM
• Thurs- 2:30PM -4PM (release early for choir concert)
• Saturday- 9AM-6PM - Drop off at the High School Auditorium entrance. Pack a lunch, be sure to bring a water bottle, and all remaining costume pieces/ accessories/ stage makeup

Announcement:

Tech Week is MANDATORY. No conflicts at this point will be accepted! Everyone MUST attend all of the tech week to avoid being cut from musical numbers or the production

Ticket Sales are now open through May 9th.

Thank you for your support!

Band

Our Spring concert is Tuesday, May 21st at 7:00pm in the HS auditorium. No tickets required but we will accept donations to the Northampton area Band Parents Association. Please see the email from the Charms account about scheduling for middle school ensembles next year.

Marching Band

The NAHS Marching Band is looking for new members in all sections, especially Color Guard and Percussion (marching drums and keyboards), and we want you to join us! Membership in the group is open to all students in grades 8-12 for the 2024-25 School Year. No experience is required!

7th & 8th Grade Chorus

We are getting closer to our concert. Please make sure the concert is on your calendar for Friday, May 17. Our final after school rehearsal will be Tuesday, May 14 after school from 2:30-3:30. Please be sure to pick up your chorister at the bus loop at that time.

Please be sure to get your Dress Rehearsal field trip paper (for May 16) signed by all your teachers!

Show Choir

Show Choir does not have after school this week due to the 6th grade concert on Thursday, May 9, 2024 from 3:00-4:15.

Please be sure to get your Dress Rehearsal field trip paper (for May 16) signed by all your teachers!

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6th Grade Chorus Parents

Please go into REMIND and read the information about next years’s music offerings. Thank you!

The concert is on May 9th at 7pm!!!

Dressed in white tops and black pants/skirts

Northampton Naturals need to be in the gym at 5:30.

Baritone Brotherhood at 5:50.

6th Grade Chorus needs to be in the gym at 6:00.

They sound great!

Orchestra

Strings Showcase Concert

Friday April 12th at 7:00 PM

Please find the important details in the link below and fill out the Google Form!

MIDDLE SCHOOL ATHLETICS

Junior High Baseball:

Home Games are played at Bicentennial Parkl:

4pm start time

• 5/7 @ Bangor MS

MS Softball:

Home Games played at NAA Field #1

4pm start time

• 5/7 @ Eyer MS
• 5/9 vs. Whitehall MS
• 5/10 @ Springhouse MS

MS Boys Volleyball:

Home games are played at NAMS Main Gym

4pm start time

• 5/6 vs. Springhouse MS
• 5/8 @ Whitehall MS

MS Boys/Girls Soccer

Home games are played at Bicentennial Park

4pm start time

• 5/7 @ Harrison-Morton MS
• 5/9 vs. South Mnt. MS

PTA is currently searching for ‘23-24 PTA Officers. Please reach out to Dave Lafferty laffertd@nasdschools.org if you would like to attend or learn more about being a PTA Officer, or joining the PTA for next school year..

Food Pantry

Are you in need of food items to help you prepare nutritious meals? The NAMS food pantry is available during the school year to provide assistance to families in need.

MESSAGE FROM THE NURSE’S OFFICE

FREE BREAKFAST IS AVAILABLE FOR ALL STUDENTS. IF YOUR CHILD DOES NOT EAT AT HOME, PLEASE ENCOURAGE THEM TO TAKE THE FREE BREAKFAST

Just a reminder for students entering the 2023-2024 school year of the documents required by the Nurses office:

6TH GRADERS

***Need a PHYSICAL EXAM on file. If they have had a well visit in 5th grade, please send it to the nurse office with an immunization record. If they are scheduled for a well visit, please send in a copy of the visit and a shot record after the appointment.

**** MCV and Tdap(need to receive during 6th grade year) Will not be able to start 7th grade without a record of immunizations

7TH GRADERS

*****DENTAL EXAM ( Can be done during 6th or 7th grade)

MEDICATION FORMS

(Long Term or Short Term)

Completed by the doctor for each school year and brought to school by adult with medication.

OVER THE COUNTER MEDICATION

We are able to give students medication from the approved list but we need parental consent each year. The form can be found here. Consent can also be given in Sapphire via the backpack

Please see the NAMS Health Services Website for contact information and additional details and the NASD Health Services Page for linked forms.

Any completed health forms may be faxed to 610-262-6583, dropped off at the main office during office hours or mailed to NAMS at 1617 Laubach Ave Northampton PA 18067.t.

Food Pantry

Are you in need of food items to help you prepare nutritious meals? The NAMS food pantry is available during the school year to provide assistance to families in need.

The food pantry will also accept donations of non-perishable, non-expired food items, backpacks, hygiene items and reusable water bottles. Donations can be dropped off throughout the year with security at the main entrance.

Does your child need a winter coat? Please contact Robyn Ginther gintherr@nasdschools.org to request a coat.

Counselor's Corner

Please keep these resources in mind should you feel your child may benefit from any of these programs. Feel free to reach out to your school counselor for additional information. Click on the button below to check out current guidance resources.

• Grade 6 - Mrs. Becker - beckerc@nasdschools.org
• Grade 7 - Mrs. Ferry - ferryd@nasdschools.org
• Grade 8 - Mrs. Borzillo -borzillj@nasdschools.org
• Grade 6, 7, & 8 - Mrs. Whittaker-Kahan - whittaks@nasdschools.org