NORTH NEWS

Hey Penny Warriors!

The points are in (for now...), and things are heating up! Every coin counts, and the standings are getting tight! Check out where we stand:

Overall Leaders:

🥇 Updike — 5,240 points!

🥈 Burton — 3,691 points!

🥉 Peters — 2,371 points!

Remember to turn in your silver coins to the class you want to WIN and your pennies to the class you want to lose!

Next Student Council Meeting is Monday, Oct 27th where we will be making decorations for the dance! Report to Updike after bus call and be picked up by 4:15!

1st Nine Weeks Reward is here!!!! North Middle's Fall Festival will happen during school on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. Students with 25 or more REN points will be able to attend. If you have 30 REN points (or more) you will be able to get your "small goodie bag" reward for leveling up to the next REN card!

If you missed fall pictures earlier this year, October 30th is your last chance to be in the yearbook! We will call students to the library during periods 1-3 on October 30th. This is only for students who missed the first picture day or those who need a retake of their original photo.

Join Student Council for some moving and grooving to some Halloween jams on Oct 30th immediately afterschool until 4:15. Tickets are $5 and will be sold during homeroom on Oct 27th and Oct 28th only! Students with ISS or OSS 1st 9 weeks may not purchase a ticket.

Hello North family! Thanksgiving is all about coming together and sharing what we have. If your family could use a little help putting a turkey on the table this year, "The Blessing Closet" has you covered. Please fill out the google form below before November 7, 2025.

Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025

Location: The Blessing Closet

324 W. Stephen Street

Martinsburg, WV. 25401

As the holiday season approaches, we are reminded of the importance of community, compassion, and giving. The North Elves Holiday Program is once again here to offer support to families in need within our school community.

If your family could benefit from a little extra help this holiday season, we invite you to complete the confidential Google Form linked below by November 21, 2025. All information will be handled with care and discretion.

Let’s make this season brighter—together!

Thank you to everyone who supported our popcorn fundraiser — with your help, we raised over $2,500 to support North Middle Cheer! Your generosity helps our team shine both on and off the sidelines!!

Join the North Middle School Cheerleaders for an exciting evening filled with spirit, fun, and community pride!

Date & Time: November 21st, 6:30 PM

Location: North Middle School

Dinner: $10 per person

Raffle Tickets: 1 for $2 or 20 for $15

Enjoy a delicious dinner, cheer on our athletes during the showcase, and take part in our basket raffle for a chance to win amazing prizes!

Come out and support our cheerleaders as we celebrate teamwork, talent, and spirit!

Join the girls basketball coaches for skills & drills conditioning throughout October! Come ready to work hard and have a good time. Bring water, appropriate basketball gear and a positive attitude! All skill levels are welcome!