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HELLO....My name is Sam Kantrowitz, a.k.a. “Mr. K.” and I have been in education for over 25 years. I began teaching in Florida and then moved to Wilmington where I have worked at Williston Middle School, served as Assistant Principal at Murrayville Elementary & Myrtle Grove Middle, Principal of College Road Early Childhood Center and the past 9+ years as Principal of Pine Valley. I am originally from Pittsburgh, Pa. and “yes” I am a very big Steelers fan and Pirates fan. My wife who is a special education teacher, and I have 3 boys…ages 22, 19, and 12 (who also has the honor of being the first baby born in Wilmington, January 1, 2014) and a daughter who is in the 5th grade.

I am honored to be named the Principal of such an incredible group of teachers, students, and families that make up this wonderful school and I look forward to getting to know all of our families that are a part of this amazing community. Noble Middle School has a long history of being a distinguished school and is very proud of all their Students and Teachers. Noble Eagles have enjoyed success over the many years; we will continue to grow and have tremendous academic gains.

It is going to be an exciting year with lots of incredible things to learn, creative projects, and new friends to be made. We are fortunate to have your child(ren) here and cannot wait to see the students showing off all their talents. As always, we encourage you to become an active member of our school community. The most important thing you can do is take an active role in your child’s learning.

If you have questions about anything, please do not hesitate to contact me at anytime… stop by my office, my door is always open. Get to know the school and partner with us through the middle school journey. We are looking forward to an awesome year, and we know we are going to soar to new heights.

OCTOBER

10/20 Fall Picture Day (Strawbridge)

10/20 Science Olympiad Interest Meeting during Mastery

10/20 NHCS Marching Band Showcase

10/21 CLDA 7th grade trip- 6th and 7th grade schedule swap

10/22 Girls in Tech Field Trip (Ms. Glass & Ms. Caravaglio)

10/23 End of Quarter 1

10/26 No School, Teacher Workday

10/29 Music Department Dinner Theater Performance

10/29 Report Cards

NOVEMBER

11/3 Election Day! No School, Teacher Workday

11/9 Yearbook Cover Design Contest Deadline

11/11 Veterans Day Holiday

11/13 Noble Veterans Day Celebration

11/17 8th Grade Biotech Trip to UNCW

11/20 Make-Up Picture Day

DECEMBER

12/4 8th Grade Biotech Trip to Corning

12/9 7th Grade CLDA Trip

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, October 20 — it’s Picture Day at Noble!

Students should come ready to smile and dressed in colors that complement them. Solid colors and small patterns work best; please avoid large images and logos. There is no need to send money on Picture Day. Photo proofs and ordering information will be sent home from the school approximately 3–4 weeks after Picture Day.

Say cheese, Eagles! 🦅📸

October 20, 7pm: NHCS Marching Band Showcase

7:00pm Hoggard HS Stadium

*required for 8th grade band

October 29, 5-7pm: Music Department Dinner Theater Performance

5:00-7:00 p.m. Noble cafeteria

*required for all band, chorus and orchestra students

When to Use Ice Packs

• Acute (new) soft-tissue injuries such as twisted ankles, sprained wrists, bruises, or muscle strains—especially within the first 48 hours—to reduce swelling, pain, and inflammation.

• Head bumps with swelling or visible bruising.

• Minor joint or muscle pain after overuse (e.g., after PE class) to ease inflammation or spasms.

• Insect bites or stings, for temporary relief of swelling and itching

When Not to Use Ice

• Minor bumps without swelling or pain—routine ouchies that don’t need icing.

• Older injuries (larger than 48 hours old with no swelling).

• Conditions requiring medical care: suspected fractures, open wounds, circulation issues, or nerve injuries—refer for evaluation instead.

  
  

Purpose of Ice in School Setting

• Reduces blood flow (vasoconstriction) to limit swelling and bruising.

• Numbs the area, providing temporary pain relief and comfort.

• Quick, safe intervention that supports classroom return if no further treatment is needed.

  
  

It is time for the 6th‑grade eye exams. If you would like your child to be screened, please complete the consent form in Infinite Campus by 10/30/26. Eye exams will be conducted the week of 11/2/26.

As November approaches, we encourage families to take time to learn more about the 2026 bond referendum and what it could mean for our schools and community. Visit the link below for information about the proposed bond, projects, and the upcoming vote.

Learn More About the 2026 Bond

Students and families can STILL shop the book fair and support their school library by pre-ordering the new Diary of a Wimpy Kid, the new Dog Man A Sprinkle in Time, or any other book or item that the scholastic store has online! The online sale will be open through October 25th. Students can still receive a full size candy bar if they can show Ms. Kevitz their receipt from purchasing books online. Click on the link to shop and be sure to use the promo code: STOCKUP for a 20% discount!

The National PTA Reflections Arts Program invites students to submit theme-based original works of art in six categories to compete and receive recognition at local, state, and national levels.

Students may present their interpretation of this year’s theme-

“What My Culture Means To Me”- in one of the following categories:

1. Literature

2. Dance Choreography

3. Film Production

4. Musical Composition

5. Photography

6. Visual Arts

Students must submit their original work of art, along with a student entry form and brief artist statement by THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2026.

Please see attachment for more information and feel free to reach out to our PTA Reflections Chair, Gen Brown, at genbrown121@gmail.com.

We're excited to share this year's pick for the Noble PTA Parent Book Club: The Emotional Lives of Teenagers, by clinical psychologist Lisa D'Amour.

The Noble PTA Parent Book Club is a true gem, offering parents a safe place to meaningfully connect, support one another, and grow in our parenting together.

We hope that you'll join us! Reach out to the Parent Book Club chair, Karina Olivier, with any questions.

To reach the NC Peer Warmline, call 855-733-7762. To reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, call 988 or text HOME to 741741.