NMS Family Newsletter
Week of Sept 8 - 11, 2026
Principal's Message
This year, Nippersink Middle School is introducing Citizenship Grades to help recognize and reinforce the behaviors and character we expect from all Noble Knights. Each quarter, teachers will evaluate students on how consistently they demonstrate the three core expectations of the Noble Knight Expectations: Be Respectful, Be Responsible, and Be Safe.
Students will receive a single score based on the following scale:
- 1 – Below Grade-Level Expectation
- 2 – Meets Grade-Level Expectation
- 3 – Exceeds Grade-Level Expectation
These grades are intended to provide students and families with meaningful feedback about their behavior, character, and contribution to our school community.
Sincerely,
-Brandon Creason
Principal, NMS
Bus Drivers Wanted
If you are interested in becoming a bus driver and joining our outstanding transportation team, please contact our Director of Transportation, Kimberly Karaszewski, at kkaraszewski@rb157.org for more information.
ATHLETICS
2026 - 2027 Athletic Information
Mark Your Calendar
Upcoming Dates
September 7 - NO SCHOOL - Labor Day
September 8 - CC @ Mchenry Middle School 4-6 pm
September 9 - VB @ Creekside 4-6 pm
September 10 - 7th grade VB vs Northwood 4-6 pm (SGE)
September 10 - 8th grade VB vs Northwood 4-6 pm (NMS)
September 11 - Picture Day
September 18 - Early Release SIP Day - 10:50 am dismissal for students
STUDENT SERVICES
NMS SPIRIT WEAR
NMS Spirit Wear Store through Thursday, September 10th
NMS SPIRIT BLANKET
NEW DESIGN ! ! !
NMS Fundraiser Blankets will be on sale for $25 \
Please support our Athletics & Extra-Curricular activities.
Blankets are also available anytime for purchase in the NMS Office.
Cash or checks made out to NMS will be accepted.
Back to School Reminders
Information on the use of handheld metal detectors can be found HERE
- Dropping Students Off:
- Parents, please remember that if you are dropping your child off in the morning, please do so at the back of the school. We have to keep the front of the school open for our buses.
- Before/After School Hours
- Before School: Doors will open at the back entrance of the school at 7:00 a.m. for all students.
- After School: Students who are not scheduled to meet with a teacher, club, activity, or athletic practice must exit the building by 2:25 p.m. Students should not be in unsupervised areas.
- Bottled Water Only:
- Bottled water is allowed in the building throughout the day. All other drinks are allowed in the lunchroom during assigned class lunch periods only.