New Market Middle News September 6, 2019
School Calendar
Date
Event
Schools Closed
Fair Day
Picture Day
2 Hour Early Dismissal for Students
P.M. Parent/Teacher Conferences
Schools Open 4 Hours Late
A.M. Parent/Teacher Conferences
Schools Dismiss 3.5 Hours Early
Make-Up Picture Day
Dates and times are subject to change
News from the Office
This year FCPS has a new updated electronic Permission Form for Chromebooks (both renting and using a personal device). It is located in School Cash Online https://frederickcounty.schoolcashonline.com/. There is no fee to complete this form. We ask that you please complete this form ASAP.
If you are renting a Chromebook, please pay the fee in School Cash Online.
IMPORTANT: If you stopped by the Open House in August and completed a paper form, we are requesting that you go into School Cash Online and complete the UPDATED electronic form. Thank you!
Outdoor School
Sixth Grade students will go to Outdoor School early in September. Each day, the students are out of the school building from 8-3. Students need to dress for the weather and bring their lunch, or order lunch from the school cafeteria.
Mrs. Esworthy's class periods 1, 3, and 4 - Monday and Tuesday, Sept. 9 and Sept 10.
Mrs. Edegbai's class period 7 and Mrs. Esworthy's class periods 5 and 6 - Wednesday and Thursday, Sept. 11 and Sept 12.
Permission slips will be sent home with students during the first days of school.
Family Life Parent Preview Night
Thursday, September 26th
6:30-8:00pm
In room #9, the Health Classroom
There have been revisions to the curriculum, please plan to attend.
Our School Is in the Redistricting Study Area
IMPORTANT! A school redistricting study, begun in January 2019, includes ALL Linganore-Oakdale-Urbana area schools. The BOE must establish attendance areas and feeder patterns for new schools in response to FCPS enrollment growth*.
As the decision-making phase begins for the redistricting study, this is a reminder of important dates:
Wednesday, September 11, 6 PM, BOE Meeting, 191 S. East St., Frederick
Superintendent Dr. Terry Alban presents recommendations to the Board.
Community members continue to play an important role through opportunities to provide feedback to BOE members, attending public hearings, and/or sharing feedback via email to LOURedistrict@fcps.org.
Board of Education Public Hearings, 7 PM-9 PM (Signup sheets available 6:30 PM)
Tuesday, September 17, Urbana High
Thursday, September 19, Linganore High
Tuesday, September 24, Oakdale High
Wednesday, September 25, BOE Meeting, 191 S. East St., Frederick
Discussion of Superintendent recommendation and public comments
The BOE will make the final decision, expected in October.
*The new schools are Sugarloaf Elementary (housing Urbana Elementary students until the Urbana Elementary replacement opens for the 2020-2021 school year) and Blue Heron Elementary, opening for the 2021-2022 school year. Middle and high school attendance areas are included in the study. Details are online: www.fcps.org/louredistrict.
7th grade teachers would greatly appreciate donations of tissue boxes for student use!
Donations can be dropped off in the front office.
Thank you!
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 form/English: https://fcps.ezcommunicator.net/edu/frederick/GetFile.aspx?DocId=11595
Transportation form/Spanish: https://fcps.ezcommunicator.net/edu/frederick/GetFile.aspx?DocId=11596
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.
Media Center News
The NMMS media center is collecting gently used books for all ages for the Recycled Book Fair
This book fair is held before Winter break and is a great way to give books as gifts. All books collected are sold $.25 for paperbacks and $.50 for hardbacks. Please consider gathering your books up and donating them to our sale.
Every book equals one SHARP for your NMMS student.
Guidance Office News
Hints for Homework
Homework helps students develop study skills, fosters independence and responsibility, increases students’ understanding of content, teaches time management skills and builds positive academic self-image.
1. Limit Distractions. Create a homework zone for your students that is away from the T.V. and other places where there could be distractions such as pets, people coming and going and loud noises.
2. Provide Tools. Make sure the materials your student may need are readily available.
3. Help Manage Time. Establish a set time for doing homework. Don’t wait until just before bedtime to do homework when students are tired and easily distracted. Think about using a weekend morning or afternoon for working on big projects, or do a little each night.
4. Be Positive. The attitude you express toward homework will be the same attitude your child acquires. Homework is practice for what students learn during the day and helps make it stick in their brains.
5. Do YOUR Homework Too. Show that the skills they’re learning are related to things you also do as an adult. If your student is reading, you could be reading too. If your student is practicing math, you could balance your checkbook.
6. Teach Don’t Tell. It’s important that when asked for help you give guidance but not answers, that way your student learns the material and concepts. Remember that a lot can be learned from struggle and that too much help can teach your child that when the going gets rough, someone will do the work for them.
7. Cooperate. Teachers will often ask that you play a role in your child’s homework. Make sure you’re being an advocate for the teacher and follow their direction so you can show that school and home are a team.
8. Foster Independence. Some homework is really intended for students to do alone. Homework is a great way for kids to develop independence and accountability for lifelong learning skills.
9. Communicate. Make sure you talk to your child’s teacher and understand the purpose of homework and what the class rules are.
10. Build Metacognitive Skills. Help your child decide what homework is hard and what is easy, then encourage them to work on the hard stuff first so they’re most alert for challenging work.
11. Set Break Time. Watch your child for signs of failure and frustration. Let your child take a short break if they’re is having trouble keeping their mind on the assignment. Build perseverance but set time limits to avoid burnout.
12. Reward Progress and Effort. When your child has been successful and is working hard, celebrate success with a special event to reinforce positive effort.
Camp Jamie
Grief Camp hosted by Hospice of Frederick County
For Children & Adolescents
One-Day
Saturday, September 28th
Thorpewood Retreat Center, Thurmont MD
Ages 6-17
There is no cost. For more info or to register contact:
240-566-3030
NMMS Club News
All are invited to join the New Market Middle School Leo Club!
The Leo Club is a young adult extension of the Lions Clubs International; the NMMS Leo Club is sponsored by the New Market Lions Club. Leo club activities and projects enhance the community and help young people develop and practice leadership, organization and social skills.
Members of the NMMS Leo Club can earn service hours through their participation in the Leo Club.
We will hold our first meeting on Thursday, September 12th after school in Mrs. Yox’s room (Rm. 54) from 3 to 4 pm.
Please join us and make a positive difference in our NMMS school community!
The New Market Middle Mathcounts team is looking for new members from all grades and ability levels. All that is required is a love for math and competition!
Mathcounts is a nationwide middle school mathematics competition held at various levels throughout the county. Participants compete to demonstrate their math knowledge, which is developed through our every other week meetings after school.
We will hold our first meeting on Thursday, September 19th after school in Mrs. Yox’s room (Rm 54) from 3 to 4 pm.
Look forward to seeing lots of good math problem solvers!
Indoor Soccer Club
Soccer enthusiasts, come one, come all! Join Mr. Rutten, in the gym once a week after school from October through December, and experience the beautiful game.
This is a great opportunity for students looking for a fun way to be physically active in a safe and friendly environment. Players of all skill level are welcome.
Stay tuned for details regarding the date and time.
Mr. Poisal is bringing back the Magic: The Gathering Club or MTG club where students play card games with other students. Magic: The Gather is the theme of the club, however, students are welcome to bring and play other card games. The club will be hosted in room (34) every other Thursday of every month. (The time/date may change for student availability/teacher availability). The time for the club will be from 3:15 to 4:30.
The After School Homework/Internet Club is back and beginning on September 24!
NMMS is offering an after school opportunity for students to stay until 4:00 pm on Tuesdays. This club is to give your child homework help and/or a quiet place to work with Internet access.
If you would like your child to stay, please complete the form giving permission by using the link below or simply write a note. There will also be hard copies of permission slips located in the front office.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1z84OcgCFJkD5CvmRhImGaGPIK0-cUxpUQ8yXuo_wWnI/edit
Students must be picked up promptly at 4pm. If you have any questions, please contact Emily Mitchell: Emily.Mitchell@fcps.org
FCA - The Fellowship of Christian Athletes: An organization in middle schools, high schools, and colleges throughout the nation. The focus of FCA is to teach students what it means to be on a team, and most importantly, God's team. We have a very basic format. There will be 20 minutes of fun, 20 minutes of food, and 20 minutes of fellowship. During the fellowship, our student leaders will lead a devotion. FCA will meet the first and third Thursday of each month. Parents should pick students up promptly at 4:00. For a permission slip, please see Mr. Rutten or Mrs. Pollard.
Health Room News
Frederick County Health Department/Frederick County Public Schools
HEALTH ROOM INFORMATION
Do you have the following questions? Click on the link for answers!
What health information do I need to provide to my child’s school?
What if my child needs to take medicine at school?
What if my child is sick or injured at school?
When should I keep my child home?
https://fcps.ezcommunicator.net/edu/frederick/GetFile.aspx?DocId=11627
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.
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.