NMS Weekly Update 2.8.2026
Some thoughts for the starting school year
Congratulations to the Nordic Team on making it to state!
Grade 8 Parent Night @ NHS
Dear eighth grade parents:
NHS is excited to host our Parent and Student Night for the incoming ninth grade class of 2030 on Monday, February 9, 2026. The purpose of the event is to:
Learn about the high school experience
Receive an overview of ninth grade course offerings, including elective options
Participate in an introduction to career pathways and high school planning
Seek new understanding from a panel of HS students and participate in a guided tour
Participate in an information fair where you can learn about department offerings and activities available to students
Students with a last name beginning with “A” through “L” please plan to attend on Monday, February 9, from 6:00-7:00 p.m. and students with a last name beginning with “M” through “Z” please plan to attend from 7:00-8:00 p.m. If the assigned time does not work for you, please feel free to attend the other scheduled meeting time. NHS School Counselors will also be visiting your child’s classrooms on February 9 to share registration information and register for classes.
Please direct any questions to Principal Chris Dibble at cdibble@northfieldschools.org.
SPIRIT WEEK, FEB. 9 - 13
Grade 8 Fun Fest
Northfield Middle School's 8th grade Fun Fest is scheduled for Friday, May 15, 2026, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm at NMS. This is a celebration of our 8th grade students completing their middle school years. All donations will be used for providing event materials such as inflatables, a photo booth, bingo, door/grand prizes, food, and much more.
You may choose an item in the Donor-Sponsor drop-down list or enter an amount of your choice by visiting our Fun Fest donation page. Thank you for supporting our 8th grade students!
Lost & Found
The lost and found items will be donated on Friday, February 13 after school. Please have your student(s) check the racks located by the media center, orchestra room, and locker rooms before the 13th.
Have you ordered your yearbook yet?
Click this link to order:
https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A04113510
Questions? Reach out to Molly Otte (NMS Yearbook Advisor)
Northfield Raider Clay Target Team (trap and skeet)
The Spring 2026 Northfield Raider Clay Target Team (trap and skeet) is hosting an informational meeting at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, February 24th in the NHS Upper Cafeteria. This meeting is for students/families interested in learning more about joining the team for the first time. Participating students must be age 12+ and have a MN DNR Firearm Safety Certificate.
Information about the team and season can also be found on the school activities website.
If you have any questions, please email NorthfieldRaidersTrapTeam@gmail.com.
All registered athletes will need to attend a team safety meeting on March 19th.
SEL Framework @ NMS
Dear Middle School Families,
To works towards our district-wide 90% SEL (Social Emotional Learning) proficiency goal, during the second semester every classroom will have a 10 minute lesson, twice a month during 4th hour classes on Wednesdays. The lessons this semester will focus on self-awareness and social-awareness, with an emphasis on communication, expressing gratitude, and stress management. We are excited to dive into these important mini lessons to support our students and community.
Please reach out to your students' counselor or Mr. Gelineau if you have any questions.
Jenny Streefland, A-L (jstreefland@northfieldschools.org)
Natalie Amy, M-Z (namy@northfieldschools.org)
Greg Gelineau (ggelineau@northfieldschools.org).
This Week's Events @ NMS
Monday, February 9, 2026: Gold - Day 2
Spirit Week - Hat Day
Week 2 Band & Orchestra Lessons
- MSYC, 3:00 pm
- Fitness Center, 3:00 pm
- Grade 8 Registration - Health & Geography classes
- Grade 8 Parent Night @ NHS, 6:00 pm (A - L); 7:00 pm (M - Z)
Tuesday, February 10, 2026: Maroon - Day 1
Spirit Week - Pajama Day
Week 2 Band & Orchestra Lessons
- MSYC, 3:00 pm
- Fitness Center, 3:00 pm
- Division Street Singers, 3:00 pm
Wednesday, February 11, 2026: Gold - Day 2
Spirit Week - Sports Team/Jersey Day
Make-up Band & Orchestra Lessons
- One hour late start, 8:57 am
- MSYC, 3:00 pm
- Fitness Center, 3:00 pm
Thursday, February 12, 2026: Maroon - Day 1
Spirit Week - Neon Day
Week 2 Band & Orchestra Lessons
- MSYC, 3:00 pm
- Fitness Center, 3:00 pm
- Jazz Band, 3:00 pm
- WEB Tubing Field Trip, 3:15 pm
Friday, February 13, 2026: Gold - Day 2
Spirit Week - Raider Day
Week 2 Band & Orchestra Lessons
- Chamber Orchestra, 3:00 pm
25-26 Upcoming Events
February 9 - HS Counselors visit for 9th grade registration
February 9 - Grade 8 parent night @ NHS, 6:00 pm (A - L); 7:00 pm (M - Z)
February 13 - Chamber Orchestra, 3:00 pm
February 16 - President's Day - No School/Staff Development
February 18 - Yearbook, 3:00 pm
February 19 - Student Council Meeting, 7:15 am
February 19 - WEB Leader Meeting, 7:25 am
February 19 - MS/HS District Choirs Concert, 7:00 pm, NHS
February 20 - Midquarter 3
February 20 - Chamber Orchestra, 3:00 pm
February 23 - Grade 8 Orchestra MNSOTA field trip
February 27 - Chamber Orchestra, 3:00 pm
March 3 - All District Jazz Bands Concert, 7:00 pm, NHS
March 4 - Yearbook, 3:00 pm
March 5 - Student Council Meeting, 7:15 am
March 6 - Chamber Orchestra, 3:00 pm
March 6 - Rock & Roll Revival Show, NMS Auditorium
March 7 - Rock & Roll Revival Show, NMS Auditorium
March 12 - WEB Leader Meeting, 7:25 am
March 13 - Chamber Orchestra, 3:00 pm
March 13 - Rock & Roll Revival Show, NMS Auditorium
March 14 - Rock & Roll Revival Show, NMS Auditorium
March 16 - All District Band Concert, 7:00 pm, NHS
March 17 - All District Orchestra Concert, 7:00 pm, NHS
March 18 - Grade 6 WEB Movie, 12:45 pm
March 19 - Student Council Meeting, 7:15 am
March 19 - Hold Drill
March 19 - Grade 5 Parent Night, 5:30 pm
March 20 - End of Quarter 3
March 20 - Chamber Orchestra, 3:00 pm
March 21 - March 30 - Spring Break, No School
March 31 - Quarter 4 Begins
March 31 - Spring Conferences, 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm
April 3 - Evacuation Drill
April 3 - Chamber Orchestra, 3:00 pm
e-Learning Day - Student Expectations
Northfield Middle School staff will post the day’s activities on Schoology before 9:00 am. Students will join their Period 1 class via Google Meet at 9:00 am for attendance and to receive instructions about the e-Learning day.
Expectations will align with what students would complete within a regular class period. The learning activity will advance the current content being learned in the course. The teacher will explain the maximum time the student should spend on the learning activity. Teachers will be available to assist students with the day’s tasks based on the following schedule. For clarity, this schedule is not for required live instruction but for student assistance.
1st period: 9:00 am-9:45 am (includes the required 15-minute e-Learning day attendance, expectations, and schedule overview.)
2nd period: 10:00 am-10:30 am
3rd period: 10:45 am- 11:15 am | Lunch: 11:15 am-12:15pm
4th period: 12:15 pm-12:45 pm
5th period: 1:00 pm-1:30 pm
6th period: 1:45 pm-2:15 pm
7th period: 2:30 pm-3:00 pm
Accessing Josten's Photos
To access your student's photos, please click on the link below. If you have any questions regarding photos, please reach out to Kari Hartwig at khartwig@northfieldschools.org.
View and order at https://shop.jostenspix.com/login
- NORTHFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL
- Event Code: FE180925
- Also Needed: Lunch Pin
MS Office Hours
The middle school office hours are 7:15 am - 3:45 pm. Our main office phone number is 507-663-0650.
If you have any questions, please call the main office or email Jen Henriksen at jhenriksen@northfieldschools.org.
NMS Student Support Team
Our School Counselors are available to assist families with class schedules and questions you may have:
Jenny Streefland - student last name A-L
Natalie Amy - student last name M-Z
Heather Stanton Ims - Social Worker
Marcy Korynta - School Psychologist
Helpful Numbers & Links
24 Hour Attendance Line
507-663-0655
Benjamin Bus
507-645-5720
NMS Main Office
507-663-0650
MS Nurse
507-663-0656
School Fax #
507-663-0660