New Market Middle News April 26, 2019
School Calendar
Date
Event
PTSA Dance 7PM
PARCC Testing - Math
Band Concert, 7th & 8th grade, 7PM
Band Concert, 6th grade, 7PM
2 Hour Early Dismissal
PTSA Meeting, 7PM
8th Grade Formal, 7-9PM
Move Up Day - Incoming 6th Graders
Schools Closed
Memorial Day
Dates and times are subject to change
News from the Office
MATH PARCC testing will be held in the morning on April 30th, May 1st, and May 2nd.
Parents we need your help:
1. Please make sure your students are in school.
2. Please assist students in arriving to school on time.
3. Please make sure your student brings their Chromebook CHARGED each day.
4. Please have students bring their chargers.
5. Please have students bring in ear buds for testing. We ask that students bring their ear buds to school each day of testing so that we can account for, and provide for, those students who don't have their own.
6. Ensure that students eat a good breakfast.
7. Encourage students to get a good night's sleep.
Thank you in advance for your support!
Our after school Card Club has been cancelled for Tuesday, April 30.
Thank you for your understanding!
The New Market Middle School Staff would like to announce our End of the Year Awards Ceremonies.
Our program will be held on Wednesday, June 12, in our cafetorium. Please use the cafetorium entrance on the left side of our building.
This year we will celebrate the following achievements for our 6th and 7th graders: Perfect Attendance throughout the year, Maintaining Honor Roll throughout the year, and Maintaining Straight As throughout the year.
Our 8th graders will be awarded in all of the aforementioned categories AND will be recognized for Maintaining Straight As for all three years of middle school and Perfect Attendance in all three years of middle school.
The times for our ceremonies are listed below. Please note they will go in the following order: 6th, 8th, 7th.
If your child is expected to receive one of these awards, you will receive a personalized invitation in the mail within the next few weeks. The "cut-off" date for determining eligibility for these awards is mid-term, May 10th.
Grade 6: 8:10am - 8:45am
Grade 8: 9:00am - 9:35am
Grade 7: 9:55am - 10:30am
If you have any questions, please contact our counseling department at 240-236-4561.
The 8th grade End of the Year Picnic will take place on June 19th from 10:30-1:00. The cost to students is $6.00 per person and can be paid through School Cash online starting on April 22. Please contact Mrs. Williamson with any questions (leslie.williamson@fcps.org). Thank you.
8th Grade Formal - A Secret Garden
Friday May 17, 2019 7pm - 9pm
NMMS Cafeteria
Doors open 6:45
Only current 8th grade NMMS students are permitted
Online school cash feature will go live Monday April 22th until Thursday May 16th. Parents are encouraged to pay online but can send in cash or check. The cost to attend the dance is $10 if paid by 5-16-19.
Cost at the door is $15.
Permission forms will be going home after Spring Break.
No limos, no tuxedos and no prom gowns. Shoes need to be worn for the entire night.
8th Grade Formal - Decoration Donations Needed
The students planning the 8th grade formal are looking for donations of artificial plants to use during the formal for the theme "A Secret Garden."
If you are willing to "lend" artificial trees, artificial flowers and/or artificial greenery, please contact kelly.barger@fcps.org.
Items need to be dropped off by Friday May 17th by noon. Please include a tag or masking tape with your name so we can return them accordingly.
Find details and registration materials for 2019 POSS* and TRAD** at https://education.fcps.org/fcvs/ (select "Summer Session Learning Options") See participation expectations, dates, times and registration fees. Deadline: Completed registration forms must reach school counselors before Thursday, June 13, 2019 at 3 PM. Do not delay! Enrollment is limited. Courses do fill up quickly so return the form as soon as possible.
The FCPS Frederick County Virtual School (FCVS) manages all summer programs offering courses for credit. Some programs are offered at specific schools and in specialized programs with enrollment by invitation only.
PROGRAMS OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT The below-referenced POSS and TRAD Programs are held at Governor Thomas Johnson MIDDLE School.
*Partially Online Summer Session (POSS)
POSS is for FCPS high school students who are independent, self-motivated learners; they must be currently enrolled and entering 9th-12th grade in the 2019-2020 school year. The session offers honors and elective courses for grade improvement or original credit. Students work in a blended-learning environment, meeting face-to-face once each week while also completing structured online coursework outside of class (requires internet and consistent computer access).
**Traditional (TRAD) High School Summer Session HS TRAD is for currently enrolled FCPS high school students who benefit from a structured learning environment and want to recover credit in core-content courses required for graduation. In this blended-learning environment, students meet daily with certified FCPS teachers and use online courses to support academic goals.
Is your family moving?
Are you changing or dropping childcare providers?
Will your child switch from walker or car rider to bus rider? Or vice versa?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, please print and complete the form linked below, and return DIRECTLY to your child's current school.
Transportation Change Form in English
Transportation Change Form in Spanish
IMPORTANT: Remember to update your transportation information early! Late changes will require that students use the nearest existing bus stop until route updates can be made.
Attendance News
Important goal: 96% or better attendance each day!
Please help students meet the goal every day!
Talk to your child about the importance of attending school.
Call your child’s counselor if you have questions.
SGA News
SGA will be collecting gently worn shoes beginning Monday, April 29th through Friday, May 17th. The shoes will be shipped to developing countries in Central America. We are hoping to collect 2,500 pair of mens, womens and childrens shoes. Any and all types of gently worn shoes (NO shoes with holes and no muddy shoes, please). Shoes can be dropped in the collection box outside the front office or can be brought to Mrs. Williamson's room.
Counselor's Corner
United Way Summer Serve engages area youth 12-17 in volunteer service projects at various nonprofit agencies throughout Frederick County. The program will provide the participants with a comprehensive understanding of the areas of need in our community.
Leadership Week is available to all participants who have participated in any of the three main Summer Serve sessions. Leadership week gives participants an opportunity to further expand upon their ability to work well with others and learn how they can serve as a catalyst for positive change in our community.
Summer Serve 2019 - Schedule:
Scholarships are Available!
Applicants whose families' earnings are at or below the Frederick County Survival Budget qualify for full scholarships, and those applicants whose families earn below the Household Stability Budget qualify for partial scholarships.
To see if you qualify for scholarships or for more information on Summer Serve and to register, visit www.unitedwayfrederick.org/summerserve.
Motto
Positive Experiences + High Expectations = Excellence for All
Mission
The mission of the New Market Middle School community of students, staff, and parents is to foster the development of critical thinkers, problem solvers, effective communicators, and lifelong learners who are prepared to be honorable, successful, and contributing members of the ever-changing 21stcentury.
Vision
The NMMS learning community of students, staff, and parents will work collaboratively to exceed local, state and national standards for student achievement, character development, teacher efficacy, and family and community involvement. The collective commitment will ensure:
* Rigorous learning that challenges and supports all students to achieve at high levels and reach their full potential
* A welcoming, disciplined and healthy environment that is conducive to student learning and character development.
* Highly qualified teachers are working in professional learning communities that focus on student learning and achievement.
* Parents and community members are partnering in the learning process of students.
* Time, material, and human resources are allocated in a manner that supports student learning.