NTMS Letters for Lumberjacks

October 4, 2024

A Note from Mrs. Miranto and Dr. Pray

We have officially entered the month of October. The weather has been beautiful which allows our physical education classes to still go outside. Our 7th grade teams took advantage of the warmth and visited our city market to experience all that our local farmers have to offer.

The TNT Football game will be held on October 25th. Student Council will host a Spirit Week and plan fun activities for our kids to enjoy. This tradition has deep roots, and we are looking forward to sharing the NT Pride with our students.

Sporting events are a great opportunity for our students to enhance their education experiences. We ask that you speak with your child regarding behavior and expectations while at school functions. These events are extensions of the school day, and we expect our Lumberjacks to be great examples of what NTMS represents.

Lastly, today ends the first 5 weeks of the marking period. Student Progress Reports will be available on the Parent and Student Portal starting October 11th.

-Mrs. Miranto and Dr. Pray

Team Spotlights- Orion/Aries and Phoenix/Draco

Take a look at our 7th graders trip to the Farmer's Market. A true GEM in our city of North Tonawanda.

8th Grade Fundraiser

Thank you to our families who supported our 8th grade Chiavetta Dinner fundraiser. A special thanks to the teachers who served the yummy meals!

We Went Gold for Pediatric Cancer!

As a school we raised $350 for Pediatric Cancer Awareness. We also celebrated our very own students who have been affected by Cancer.

Willow Strong

Students wore blue, orange or Willow Shirts to support our amazing 7th grader. Together showed her she in not alone in this fight.

Hannah Strong

Students wore orange, purple or Hannah Strong shirts to support Hannah who has taught so many of our students the meaning of Fight.

We are in our Shaylee Strong Era!

Students wore yellow, pink or their Shaylee shirt to show support for Shaylee who continues the battle, Shaylee, you are not alone. A special thanks to Shaylee's family for dropping off bracelets and stickers to pass out to our building.

Our NTMS After-School Clubs

Monday:

Drama Club- Audition based and already practicing for their big show
Jazz Band- Must be in band, or have prior approval from Mrs. Roberts. Meets every Monday
Jr. Library- Open to all students. Meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month

Tuesday:

GSA- Open to all students. Meets every 2 weeks on Tuesday. Next meeting is 10/8
Jr. NHS- meets Tuesdays and Thursdays
Student Council

Wednesday:

World Language Club- Open to all, meets the 2nd Weds. of the month

Thursday:

FACS Club- Open to all students. Meets the second Thursday of the month

Friday:

Middle Mix- Must be in chorus. Meets weekly

Weight Room:

Students can sign-up for the weight room on Friday the week prior (16 spots). Students who signed up then stay on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

We do have a late bus available for those students who are staying for a club. The after school bus is available Monday-Thursday and students must normally be bus riders.

Upcoming Events:

Student Council Dance

Our first dance will be sponsored by Student Council and will be held on Friday, October 18th, from 6:00 - 8:00 PM. Tickets will be sold during lunches starting October 15th. Or, tickets can be bought in Mr. Bush's room 125 during homeroom or after school for $5. Refreshments will be sold during the dance. The theme is TNT, so wear your NT gear. Student drop off and pick up is at door number 8 and students must be picked up at 8 PM. Anyone who exits the building early will not be allowed re-entry.

This is a student council fundraiser that will be used to fund future activities for the students.

Picture Retake Day

If your child is in need of Picture re-takes, they will be held on November 1st.

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