RAISE Theme for February is RESPECT North Andover students will demonstrate respect. They will think about others before speaking or taking any action. They will appreciate the contributions of others, while showing respect for themselves, other people, personal and/or community property and the environment. Week of February 3rd - Respect Yourself Week of February 10th - Respect Others Week of February 24th - Respect Your Environment Friday, February 7th students and staff are encouraged to “Look Good, Feel Good” by wearing something nice. 8th Grade Play Auditions Attention all 8th grade students - Auditions for the 8th grade play, “Lunchroom,” will be held Wednesday, February 5th, and Thursday, February 6th starting at 2:30 p.m. in room F101. Rehearsals will be held on Mondays and Thursdays and the performances are scheduled for May 14th, 15th, & 16th. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Cyr or Mrs. Raffalli in room F101.
Postural Screenings are scheduled for this week. 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 either this Thursday, February 6, 2020 or Friday, February 7, 2020. Physician referrals will be made as needed. Parents/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 6th Grade Youth Center Dance There is a 6th Grade Dance at the Youth Center on Friday, February 7th from 7:00- 9:30 p.m. Cost is $7 for members and $10 for non-members. This dance is ONLY for 6th grade North Andover residents! The Youth Center will be closing for all members at 4:45 p.m. on Friday, February 7, to set up for the dance.
Yellowstone Summer Trip Open to 7th & 8th Grade Students: FIELD ECOLOGY AND GEOLOGY COURSE TETON MOUNTAIN SCHOOL JACKSON, WYOMING June 20, 2020 through July 1, 2020 This summer field course will take place on the campus of the Teton Mountain School in Jackson, Wyoming. Jackson is just outside Teton National Park and an hour south of Yellowstone National Park, both of which are areas renowned for their biological and geological wonders. Teton Mountain School is a field school that specializes in teaching science programs about the Teton/Yellowstone ecosystems to k-12 students. There are two spots left. If you are interested, please swing by Mr Richard's room (C204) to get more information. Attention Grade 8 Families Please be sure to review the Grade 8 to 9 Transition Information at the end of this blog. Important dates may be found below: January 27 & 28, 2020 NAHS guidance counselors visit NAMS to discuss electives & HS schedules Monday, February 3, 2020 6:00-6:30 p.m. Meeting for Grade 8 Families with students on an IEP in the NAHS Auditorium 6:30-8:00 p.m. Transition Night in NAHS Auditorium for all Grade 8 Students and Families (Please see information below from Principal Jackson regarding Transition Night.) Friday, February 7, 2020 Grade 8 Students should return to Homeroom Teacher Green Sheets with Course Elective choices for NAHS Friday, March 13, 2020 Grade 8 Students and Families may see NAHS course recommendations in PowerSchool beginning at 2:30 p.m. Friday, March 27, 2020 Last Day of Trimester 2 @ NAMS Deadline @ 2:30 p.m. for 8th graders to submit Course Override Forms to their homeroom teacher. July, 2020 Fall Sports Registration will open. Practice times and locations for fall sports will be posted. (Please see below for more information.) Friday, August 21, 2020 NAHS Football Season begins Monday, August 24, 2020 NAHS Fall Sports begin NAMS MCAS Dates - Spring 2020 Grade 8 ELA - Session 1 (Tuesday, April 7, 2020) Grade 8 ELA - Session 2 (Thursday, April 9, 2020) Grade 7 ELA - Session 1 (Tuesday, April 14, 2020) Grade 7 ELA - Session 2 (Wednesday, April 15, 2020) Grade 6 ELA - Session 1 (Thursday, April 16, 2020) Grade 6 ELA - Session 2 (Friday, April 17, 2020) Grade 7 Math - Session 1 (Thursday, May 7, 2020) Grade 7 Math - Session 2 (Friday, May 8, 2020) Grade 8 Math - Session 1 (Monday, May 11, 2020) Grade 8 Math - Session 2 (Tuesday, May 12, 2020) Grade 6 Math - Session 1 (Thursday, May 14, 2020) Grade 6 Math - Session 2 (Friday, May 15, 2020) Grade 8 STE - Session 1 (Monday, May 18, 2020) Grade 8 STE - Session 2 (Tuesday, May 19, 2020) NAMS Principal's Coffee Chat Please join us on Tuesday, February 11, 2020 for a Principal's Coffee Chat in the Grade 8 Cafeteria from 8:00-10:00 a.m. We will be reviewing the entry plan data collected last year and share updates regarding what has been accomplished and what work is in progress. Coffee and refreshments will be provided by NAMS PTAC.  Future NAMS PTAC Meetings All Tuesdays from 9:00-10:00 a.m. in the Grade 8 Cafeteria
The North Andover Merchant's Association, along with the Joseph N. Hermann Youth Center, is proud to host the 2nd Annual North Andover Junior Merchant's Expo. This event will provide an opportunity for kids to sell their handmade crafts and artwork or promote their business services. The event is open to, but not limited to, musicians, lawn care service, computer experts, photography services, and bakers. You will be able to sell your products and promote your business by handing out business cards and showing photos or videos of the service you provide. The community embraced this event last year. Our hope is that the event can support children as creators and entrepreneurs and encourages them to work with their hands, learn project management skills, put mathematics to use, and explore their creative self-expression. Event Timing: April 4, 2020 9:00 a.m. to 12 p.m. Event Location: Joseph N. Hermann Youth Center Contact: Sally Finnimore finnimore@verizon.net Phone: 508-277-2312 Sponsored by the North Andover Merchant's Association Rules and Requirements: Open to children in grades 4-12 who live in North Andover (or attend a NA school) Artwork must be made by the artist Participants must provide their own table and chairs All children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult Prizes will be awarded for Best Overall Merchant based on:
Online application link: https://forms.gle/tXdoNQxYzZQpMY6AA Or request a printable application at finnimore@verizon.net.  Upcoming Events (from the NAMS Calendar) Week of February 3rd - Respect Yourself Monday, February 3, 2020 • Grade 8 to 9 Special Education Meeting @ NAHS from 6:00-6:30 p.m. • Grade 8 to 9 Transition Night @ NAHS from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 4, 2020 Wednesday, February 5, 2020 Thursday, February 6, 2020 Friday, February 7, 2020 • Students and staff are encouraged to “Look Good, Feel Good” by wearing something nice. NAMS Book Fair in Library from February 10-14, 2020 Week of February 10th - Respect Others Monday, February 10, 2020 • NAMS Book Fair in Library • NAMS School Council Meeting @ 2:35 p.m. Tuesday, February 11, 2020 • NAMS Book Fair in Library Wednesday, February 12, 2020 • Early Release for Students @ 1:05 p.m. • NAMS Book Fair in Library during the day and in the evening from 5:30-7:00 p.m. • NAMS Family Fun Night from 5:30-7:00 p.m. Thursday, February 13, 2020 • NAMS Book Fair in Library Friday, February 14, 2020 • Valentine's Day • NAMS Book Fair in Library • Students vs. Staff Basketball Game during Related Arts Classes February Break - No School Week of February 17, 2020 Week of February 24th - Respect Your Environment Monday, February 24, 2020 • Students & Staff Return Transition Night Information North Andover High School (NAHS) welcomes all 8th grade parents and students who are planning to attend the high school to their Transition Night on Monday, February 3, 2020 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. in the NAHS Auditorium to learn more about your student’s transition to NAHS. Families will learn about the following:
Following the large group presentation, families will move to small breakout groups with NAHS Department Coordinators who will share information about specific subjects.
Student Ambassadors will be available for a 45-minute tour of the high school from 5:15 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. for any family who was not able to make a tour in November at the 7th & 8th Grade Open House. Those families wishing to take part in the tours should report to the NAHS Auditorium at 5:15 p.m. The tour is approximately 45 minutes. There will be a meeting for all families of 8th grade students on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs’) for an introduction of our Special Education program from 6:00-6:30 p.m. prior to the main presentation in the Auditorium. You may access the letter from Principal Jackson to Grade 8 Families, the presentation, and the agenda for the evening's program below: NAHS Fall Sports North Andover High School fall sports begin in August. Football will start 8/21, the rest of the fall sports on 8/24. Registration will begin in July. Practice times and locations for specific sports will also be posted in July. All information can be found on the athletics website here or at the following address: https://sites.google.com/a/northandoverpublicschools.com/beta2/departments/athletics |
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