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3/26/2021 Rich Text Editor, emaileedit_message https://asp.schoolmessenger.com/nkcps/editstationeryemail.php 1/16 The Lion News New Kent Middle School - March 29th, 2021 Edition Welcome to Camp Kindness! Kindness is such an important part of our school community. Being kind to others makes you feel good, and improves the quality of the learning environment. Make someone's day by being kind! Principal's Message What a great week it has been! It has been such a relief to see many of our students in the building and to even catch a glimpse of familiar faces during virtual lessons. We hope that every family has been as delighted as we have been with this past week. I know all of our staff has worked extra hard to make this happen and to make this transition a success. I wanted to thank all of you as well. We realize that it is hard to make a decision regarding your child’s learning at this stage. We have truly
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The Lion NewsNew Kent Middle School - March 29th, 2021 Edition
Welcome to Camp Kindness!
Kindness is such an important part of our school community. Being kind to others makes you feel good, and improves the quality of the learning environment. Make someone's day by being kind!
Principal's Message
What a great week it has been! It has been such a relief to see many of our students in the building and to even catch a glimpse of familiar faces during virtual lessons. We hope that every family has been as delighted as we have been with this past week. I know all of our staff has worked extra hard to make this happen and to make this transition a success. I wanted to thank all of you as well. We realize that it is hard to make a decision regarding your child’s learning at this stage. We have truly
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appreciated your support throughout this school year. We are also very thankful for all of your patience and understanding as we all navigate new waters. Yes, this year is like no other. Yes, we have all had to learn new things. However, we have done it together and with the soundest of decisions in place. I hope everyone continues to have a great experience whether in person or online. I feel confident our students will continue to shine!
Mrs. Gray
Updated Bell Schedule
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Weekly Schedule and Reminders
Weekly ScheduleWe had a great week back as we welcomed 7th and 8th grade into the building! Monday - Thursday will be regular instructional days, and Friday will be a check-in day.
Spring Break DatesSchool will be closed from Monday, April 5th - Friday, April 9th for spring break.
Bell SchedulesA reminder to utilize our bell schedules contained here in the Lion News when referencing class times. The "schedule" feature in PowerSchool ParentPortal only contains the 6th grade bell schedule.
Car RidersDismissal for car riders will be at 1:50pm at the parking lot on the right side of Stadium road. Students will be released from class at 1:45pm to arrive on time. This is a change and times have been moved up 5 minutes.
March is Women's History Month!
March is Women's History Month! Did you know In almost every country in the world, the life expectancy for women is higher than men. For virtually all causes of death at all ages, mortality rates are higher for men. Scientists aren’t entirely sure why this is the case, but believe it might have to do with the presence of estrogen in the body improving immune function.
Check out the library website for more information on Women's History!
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Wall of Fame
Please enjoy this awesome display from some of our amazing Art students!
Mrs. Krickovic's "Wall of Fame" (Marking Period 2)
Intermediate Art Applications
Now Accepting 7th Grade Intermediate Art Applications!
Hey 6th Graders! Do you love Art? Is it your thing? You may be a great candidate for Intermediate art in 7th grade! We are now in the process of accepting 7th grade Intermediate Art applications.
Please see Ms. Florek in room 204 to pick up an application, or email her at [email protected], or see
Mrs. Krickovic in room 202, or email her at [email protected] The deadline to turn in your application is Friday, April 16th.
Vox Anima Auditions
Audition information for Vox Anima for the 2021-2022 School Year is LIVE! To access audition materials, and learn more about Vox Anima and what we do, please visit the Choir Website at rfishNKMS.wixsite.com/NKMSChoir . All audition materials will be due on Sunday, April 11th at 11:59pm. If you have any questions about auditions or need help, please email Mrs. Fish at [email protected], or send her a message on Schoology. Good luck, singers!
Yearbook
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Photo Release Permission Form:
Please fill out the following form, regarding permission for photographs of your student to be published in the NKMS yearbook. Students will not be included in the 2020-2021 yearbook if this form is not completed.
Send Us Your Pictures!
It is our goal to capture as many moments from this year as possible so if you have images that you would like to be considered for the yearbook this year, please add them to our NKMS Yearbook folder or email them to Mrs. Gibson at [email protected]
How to Purchase a Yearbook:
To order, go to www.treering.com/validate and enter your school’s passcode: 1014761177511115
The deadline to purchase a yearbook with two free customizable pages is May 11th.
Ads are also available in four different sizes. All ads will be published in each yearbook and are meant to showcase your student from this year. This is great for eighth graders who will be graduating from middle school, but purchases are also available this year for seventh and sixth graders.
Any other questions?
If you have any further questions, please email Mrs. Gibson ([email protected]) and Mrs. Bowles ([email protected]) regarding the NKMS yearbook. Thank you in advance for all of your support and patience.
Athletics
Kudos:-Congratulations to the volleyball team on their victory over Tabb and Grafton!-Congratulations to the football team on their overtime victory over Tabb!!-A big shout out to Mrs. Hathaway and the cheerleaders for their school spirit and support during the game!
Important Dates:3/29 football game at Yorktown, 4:303/29 home volleyball game against Queens Lake, 4:303/30 spring sports google form is due!!!!!!!!!!!!!!3/30 baseball workout on the baseball field from 5-7, must have signed up and turned in a current sports physical3/31 volleyball game at Yorktown, 4:303/31 open gym basketball for 6th and 7th grade girls, 3-54/2 volleyball championship game, 3:00
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Important Information:2021 Spring Sports Tryout Information(as of 3/25/21)
After reading this, parents please fill in google form at the bottom of the page
MS Softball(7th+8th grade, 6th grade manager)- Parents must fill in the Spring Season Google Form by 3/30. Tryouts begin 4/12 from 2:30 until 5:00 after school on the field behind the Parks and Rec gym. Bring weather appropriate clothing, tennis shoes, cleats(if you have them), softball glove, a mask, and a refillable water bottle. Students may either be dropped off at NKMS(in the grassy area outside of the gym) for tryouts or if on the hybrid schedule and are at school on a specific day may stay after. Students may ride the activity bus home (available Mondays-Thursdays) or be picked up by 5:00 at NKMS. Students must have their own transportation home on Fridays. Regular daily practices begin after tryouts. Coach Winston- [email protected] Baseball(7th+8th grade, 6th grade manager)-Parents must fill in the Spring Season Google Form by 3/30. Tryouts begin 4/12 from 5-7 on the field behind NKES. Bring weather appropriate clothing, tennis shoes, cleats(if you have them), baseball glove, a mask, and a refillable water bottle. Regular practices begin after tryouts.Coach Jesse- [email protected]
JV Track(8th gr.)-Parents must fill in the Spring Season Google Form by 3/30. Tryouts begin 4/12 from 2:30 until 5:00 after school on the high school track. Bring weather appropriate clothing, a mask and a refillable water bottle. Students may either be dropped off at the track for tryouts or if on the hybrid schedule and are at school on a specific day may stay after. Students may ride the activity bus home (available Mondays-Thursdays) or be picked up by 5:00 at NKHS. Students must have their own transportation home on Fridays. Regular practices begin after tryouts. Coach Crump- [email protected]
JV Boys’ Soccer(8th gr.)- Parents must fill in the Spring Season Google Form by 3/30. Tryouts begin 4/12 from 2:30 until 5:00 after school on the field behind the high school. Bring weather appropriate clothing, a mask and a refillable water bottle. Students may either be dropped off at the field or if on the hybrid schedule and are at school on a specific day may stay after. Students may ride the activity bus home (available Mondays-Thursdays) or be picked up by 5:00 at NKHS. Students must have their own transportation home on Fridays. Regular practices begin after tryouts.Coach Blottner- [email protected]
JV Girls’ Soccer(8th gr.)-Parents must fill in the Spring Season Google Form by 3/30. Tryouts begin 4/12 from 2:30 until 5:00 after school on the field behind the high school. Bring weather appropriate clothing, a mask and a refillable water bottle. Students may either be dropped off at the field or if on the hybrid schedule and are at school on a specific day may stay after. Students may ride the activity bus home (available Mondays-Thursdays) or be picked up by 5:00 at NKHS. Students must have their own transportation home on Fridays. Regular practices begin after tryouts.Coach Grech- [email protected]
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Spring Sport Eligibility Information:
1.You must have a current (after May 1st, 2020) VHSL sports physical on file with Mrs. Weaver.-Email it to [email protected] it to (804) 966-2703-Drop it by the NKMS main office Monday-Thursday 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
2. You must have a 1.7 GPA and pass 5 year long classes at the end of 1st semester in the 2020-21 school year.
Laurie Weaver(804) [email protected]
Spring Season Google FormThis form and the information you provide will be used to determine how many activity buses we will need and also to check for each athlete’s eligibility. Submit by 3/30. Thank you!
Physical Examination Form
School Counseling
Remember, we were looking for elective forms by February 12th. If you still have not completed it please visit the links below to complete the electives course request form for 2021-2022.
6th grade form: Elective Google Form
7th grade form: 7th Grade Elective Form
8th grade form: 8th Grade Course Registration
*Important note: At NKMS, foreign language is offered in parts and can only begin in 7th grade. Students will take part A in 7th grade, and part B in 8th grade.
Lunch Bunch groups are still happening, check Schoology for updates!
Summer opportunity:
Summer opportunities:
1. William & Mary’s SEP is an academically challenging program with an emphasis on inquiry-based learning for students. Click for More Information. Please see our Summer 2021 brochure for more information.
2. Rappahannock Community College will be hosting an Online Summer STEM-Health Camp June 21-26, 2021 for middle students. If you are interested or know someone who may be please see our ad flyer (attached) and our webpage: https://www.rappahannock.edu/stem.
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Email:Mrs. Addison (6th Grade): [email protected]. Travers (7th Grade): [email protected]. Goff (8th Grade): [email protected]
Request to Speak With a Counselor
School Nutrition News - NEW Pick-up Times
Meals will be available for pick-up at George Watkins Elementary School on Tuesdays, from 8-10 a.m. OR 3-5 p.m.
Meals will be available for pick-up at New Kent Middle School on Tuesdays as well, from 8-10 a.m. OR 1-3 p.m.
Wednesday will no longer be a pick-up day. If a parent/child is unavailable to pick up meals on Tuesday at the times listed above, please contact Leslie Smith at 966-8508 or [email protected].
Art News
Any hybrid (in person) students who have Ms. Krickovic or Ms. Florek for Art class should bring in all of their art supplies when they report for Art next week! Thank you!
Library News
Did you know NKMS students have access to hundreds of ebooks through Overdrive? Students, just use your Google account to access titles. If you are looking for something to read, check out Overdrive Here! Happy Reading!
Clinic Update
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As we now begin to ease into our after-school sporting events with basketball, wrestling and cheerleading please don't forget that new clinic forms are required if your athlete needs in inhaler or any other medication while in the school building. The medication forms needed are available to you on the Middle School web page. The forms can be found under the 'PARENTS' heading and then select 'CLINIC'. You will then have access to any forms needed. PLEASE don't foget that medication forms MUST be signed by the prescribing physician in order for the forms to be complete and active. Forms can be faxed, scanned to my email, or delivered by your student. Medications can ONLY be received from a parent or gaurdian.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Thank you,
Bethany Sherman, BS, RN
P: 804.966.8552 | F: 804.966.2703 | [email protected]
Schoology for Parents
Check out this video created by ITRT, Ms. Stephanie Wright that helps parents stay informed with their child's coursework by creating a parent Schoology account.
Required School Forms
Each year, the school division is required to notify parents of specific policies and procedures. If you have not done so already, please use this link to review and sign required annual forms. In addition, printed copies have been mailed out this week to those who have not yet completed the forms.
Lion Lessons
Lion Lessons will be canceled on Friday, April 2nd.
Chromebook Technical Support
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If you require technical support for your chromebook, please call 804-557-3051. There is also a Virtual Helpdesk for students for Grades 6-8.
Schoology and PowerSchool Support
If you need a parent Schoology account, please email Stephanie Wright at [email protected].
If you need help with PowerSchool, please email Kelly McWhorter at [email protected].
They will both be more than happy to assist!
Check out this VIDEO that teaches students about accessing PowerSchool!
Attendance
If a student is going to be absent from “meaningful interaction” during a school day, this must be communicated in accordance with the NKCPS attendance policy to verify the absence. Please contact the school to report an absence using the following contact information:
Ms. Kim Gammon, NKMS Attendance SecretaryPhone: 804-966-9655 and press 1 for attendanceEmail: [email protected]
Related Services/OT, PT, and Speech News
Resources:
6 Tips to Help Middle-Schoolers Stick With It - Understood.Org
9 ways to show empathy when your child is struggling - Understood.org
Dear parents and caregivers of children who receive OT, PT, or SP- We are now into the 2nd semester, in the home stretch. It is quite important that your child log in for each therapy session s/he is scheduled for. We are asking for your assistance in this. Thank you very much, Ms. Watts, Ms. Riley, and Ms. Milby
OT- [email protected], PT- [email protected] SP- [email protected]
Student Support Services
Please find the following link for food pantry information.
Please find the following link for community options for Virtual Learning and Child Care.
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Important Dates
April 5-9 - Spring Break
April 13 - End of Quarter 3
Kudos!
Huge Shout out to Danielle Marks and Johnna Vines for helping in the office, making lanyards, keeping me straight. They have been FABULOUS!! - Barbara Duckett
Please find the following link for information on BrainFuse from the Heritage Public Library.
Corinth Baptist Clothes Closet Event
Corinth Baptist Clothes Closet is going to be open on March 20th from 10am to 2pm.
It will be held in the Old Church (a few yards away from the new church on New Kent Highway at the courthouse).Anyone, of any age, children through adults may come and pick up gently used clothes for free.If anyone has any clothes they would like to donate, they may be dropped off in a bag labelled clothes closet. Items can be left at Corinth Baptist Fellowship beside the large yellow box for food donations. The Clothes Ministry will see that they are picked up.If you're not familiar with the Corinth location, it's: 11650 New Kent Hwy, New Kent, VA 23124.
For information about a new Broadband Benefit Program, click here.
News
Please submit news and other information to Mr. Wheeler at [email protected] to be included in the upcoming Lion News.
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7501 Egypt Road, New Kent VA 23124
(804) 966-9655
Fax (804) 966-2703
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