NORTH NEWS

A heartfelt thank you to all of our families and students who attended our 6th Grade & New Student Orientation on August 13! It was wonderful to shake hands with so many parents and meet so many of our students. We were thrilled to see the excitement as our newest Blue Devils prepare to begin their journey at North Middle!

Our staff did an amazing job preparing their classrooms in just two short days, and we hope your few minutes with us were both informative and exciting. We are looking forward to welcoming everyone back for an incredible school year!

IMPORTANT REMINDER BEFORE AUGUST 20th!

Please don't forget to complete the online Annual Update form for EACH student in your family before the first day of school, August 20 (linked below).

Keeping this information current is especially important in case of an emergency. Completing the Annual Update also ensures that the primary and secondary caregivers listed for your child have the opportunity to receive important text and email notifications from the school system, including:

• Bus schedule changes
• Weekly school news
• Emergency weather closings and other important announcements

This is information every parent needs to have, so please don't delay! Complete the Annual Update form linked below before Thursday, August 20—the first day of school.

We look forward to working with your child and making this a wonderful school year!

Welcome to North Middle School!
— Mr. Livesay, Principal

The BCS app combines news, announcements, and events in one convenient location - the BCS App. Enable notifications for schools of your choice. App pushes may also be used in cases of emergency. If you download the app, make sure you select Martinsburg North Middle School as one of the schools from which you wish to receive messages.

One of the questions we heard frequently during orientation was, “Which bus will my child ride?”

Our Transportation Department can help you find that information quickly! Click the link below and enter your home address. Once your address appears, select it and then choose your child’s school. You’ll be able to see your child’s bus number and the approximate time the bus will arrive each day.

It’s a quick and easy way to make sure you’re ready for the first day of school!

With the Edulog Parent Portal app, you can see the GPS location of your child’s school bus and receive a push notification when the bus is approaching your stop. You can also set up additional locations—such as your child’s school or neighborhood entrance—to receive notifications when the bus reaches those areas.

Want to know where the bus is? Now you can! Click the link below to learn more about the Edulog Parent Portal and download the app for your smartphone.

If you plan to bring your student to school in the morning or pick them up in the afternoon, please use the access road between the Rec center on Woodbury Ave and North Middle School. NO PARENTS SHOULD ENTER THE MAIN ENTRANCE AT THE FRONT OF THE BUILDING. We also ask you not to park in the side parking lots in the morning due to limited parking. Teachers need to be able to park and get to class in the mornings. If you need to park for some reason, please do so in the Rec center parking lot and have your child walk across the field. Please see the aerial photo below for directions.

Remember, students are not to enter the building until 7:15am. Please do not drop off your child earlier than 7:15am. If a student does arrive prior to that time, they MUST report to the main entrance where they can be supervised.

Want to keep up with your child's grades throughout the school year? Make sure you have a Schoology Parent Account!

If you already created a Schoology parent in a previous year (even in Intermediate school), you're all set! Your account will automatically allow you to view your child's grades this school year as well. If you've never created a Schoology Parent Account, don't worry—we're here to help! During the first week of school, your child will bring home a letter with step-by-step instructions and a unique access code. Anyone with the access code on the letter can use it to create a parent account.

Need a little extra assistance? Our Technology Systems Specialist, Ms. Deavers, will be available during Back to School Night on Tuesday, August 13, from 5:00–7:00 PM to answer questions and help families set up their accounts.

A Schoology Parent Account is the easiest way to stay informed about your child's academic progress all year long. We look forward to partnering with you for a successful school year!

If you are interested in a fall sport OR ATTENDING CONDITIONING, it's time to start thinking about getting a sports physical! Check out the link below for the official physical form that must be filled out by a doctor. The form has changed for the 2026-2027 school year.

**PLEASE NOTE: Only physicals after May 1, 2026 can county for the 2026-2027 school year!

To participate, runners must:

• Be enrolled at North Middle School
• Maintain at least a 2.0 GPA
• Have an athletic physical on file by the first practice
• Meet all WVSSAC eligibility requirements

Families, please make sure all required paperwork is submitted before the first practice.

Are you interested in being a member of the 2026 NMS Cheer Squad? If so, there are Flex days and parent meetings coming up!

The remaining cheer flex days will be August 24 & 26 from 6:00-8:00PM! ALL STUDENTS MUST HAVE A CURRENT SPORTS PHYSICAL (dated after 5/1/26) TO ATTEND & TRYOUT. Physicals can be turned in to Coach EJ.

There is a MANDATORY parent meeting on August 31st at 6:00PM in the cafeteria for the parents of students interested in trying out for the team. Tryouts will be September 8, 9, & 10 in the NMS gym from 6:00-8:00PM. The parents of students who make the team will be required to attend another mandatory meeting on September 11 at 6:00PM in the NMS Cafeteria. We can't wait to see what's in store for this year's squad! GO BLUE DEVILS!

Calling all Lady Blue Devils! Girls’ Basketball Skills & Drills sessions are coming to North Middle School this September for J.V. and Varsity players of all skill levels. Students will have the opportunity to sharpen their basketball skills, work on drills, and prepare for the upcoming season with Coach Mejias and Coach Alex.

September Sessions:

• Wednesday, Sept. 9 — 4:30–6:00 p.m.
• Friday, Sept. 11 — 5:00–6:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, Sept. 16 — 4:30–6:00 p.m.
• Friday, Sept. 18 — 5:00–6:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, Sept. 23 — 5:00–6:30 p.m.
• Friday, Sept. 25 — 5:00–6:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, Sept. 30 — 4:30–6:00 p.m.

All skill levels are welcome! Students should come prepared with water, appropriate basketball gear, a positive attitude, and a willingness to work hard.

⚠️ Important: A completed BCS Physical Form must be on file before a student may participate.

All children enrolling in school in grades K-12 must have age-appropriate immunizations as mandated by West Virginia State law prior to attending school.

All students entering 7th Grade must show proof of immunization against TDaP, and meningitis:

• TDaP: Proof of one dose of TDaP vaccine.
• MCV4: Proof of 1st dose of MCV4 vaccine.

Students who will receive medication at school must have a completed Berkeley County Schools Administration of Medication Form on file for each medication to be administered.

A new medication form is required each school year and must be dated after July 1. The form is linked below for your convenience. Please see Nurse Hutzler if you have any questions or concerns about medication or health needs for your child.

The supply lists included in the link below represent suggested items that you may supply at your discretion. If you have questions regarding the suggested supply lists, please contact your school.