Newberry Middle School

NMS Archery Finishes 3rd in the MC State Qualifier at MCHS on 2/16/24 Congrats. Archers and Coach C. Kierstead, Coach B. Kierstead, and Coach White. GO TIGERS!!!

Please sign up for Job Shadow Day 2024 Note from Dr. York Date: April 19th/Friday (JOB SHADOW DAY 2024) Grades: 6th, 7th, and 8th Parents, please use the Google form link below to sign your student(s) up for this year's Job Shadow Day. See the photo for all the details. If any questions, please contact Dr. York at NMS. https://forms.gle/xD2px5a7fYZs326m8

Dr. Seuss Week @ NMS 2/26-3/1 2/26= Mismatch socks 2/27=Hat Day 2/28=Wear Green 2/29=Animal Print 3/1=Multi-color Outfit

NMS I-READY ALL-STARS FEBRUARY 2024 As to Date: 2/14/24 8th Grade Champs as to Date Reading: Zarek Reid (67 Completed Lessons) Math: Zakiyah Hardy (61 Completed Lessons) 7th Grade Champs as to Date Reading: Kennedi Douglas (58 Completed Lessons) Math: Robert Coffey (57 Completed Lessons) 6th Grade Champs as to Date Reading: Kamari Counts (98 Completed Lessons) Math: Jesus De Asael Cristanto Castelan (94 Completed Lessons) Each of these students will earn (1 Homework Pass), 5 Ice Cream Passes (compliments of Mr. Reid) and will have the opportunity for a free hat day. Teachers, please note!

2/9/24 Newberry Middle School Valentine's Sneaker Ball was a HUGE Success! Thank you Ms. Erica Scriven & Ms. S. Coleman for leading this endeavor! Had a great turnout of faculty, staff, and students at this event!

Welcome Marcio Buxton, NMS Mental Health Clinician/Counselor! We are happy to have her at NMS full time 5 days a week!

In an effort to obtain an estimated number of attendees for the 2/15/24 African American Gallery Walk at NMS from 5PM-6PM, Parents please fill out the following link to provide school officials with your name to be included. Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeq4CW31LSSUUZ4umTMZXM_PQGhfKwBUz33Mti93zu6K9oW6g/viewform?usp=sf_link

NMS Black History Month Speaker Dr. Peggy Barnes Winder Date: 2/16/24 Time: 8AM (Virtual Presentation) Introduction: Dr. Barnes Winder Click Link:https://www.newberry.edu/faculty/details/winder-peggy Teachers: Please read Bio to class prior to playing the video. Degrees: PH.D | (Touro) Trident University International (2006) M.S. | Western Kentucky University (1988) B.A. | Newberry College (1986) Additional graduate work, University of South Carolina-Columbia Bio: Dr. Peggy Barnes Winder is a native of Lancaster SC and was educated in the public school system of Lancaster County. A two-time NCSGA Professor of the Year recipient (2003 and 2012) and a 2011 recipient of the Grady L. Cooper award for teaching excellence and service, Dr. Winder is a prominent member of the Newberry College community as an alum and a popular professor. She began her teaching career at Newberry College in 1990 and has proven herself a solid professional both inside and outside the classroom. In addition to her teaching duties in the department of sport professions, Dr. Winder works closely with faculty, staff and students to advance the college’s mission to build and maintain a diverse and inclusive campus community. Throughout Dr. Winder’s tenure at Newberry College, she has received numerous accolades and honors. She received the W.C. Carter Professorship Award for “Selfless Giving” to students, staff, colleagues, and alumni (2014). She was selected in the spring of 2012 to provide the December Commencement Address to the Graduation class of 2012. In 2011, she was inducted into the Bachman Honor Society. Other notable achievements are as follows: in October 2004, she was selected as the “Outstanding Young Alumnus" by the Alumni Board of Directors; in May 2003, she was selected by the JAYCEES as “Outstanding Young American Fitness Leader"; on April 4, 1999, she was selected as one of “20 South Carolina Woman Making a Difference” for Women in Sports, presented in The State newspaper; on September 5, 1998, Dr. Winder became the first female inductee into the Newberry College Athletic Hall of Fame. She has also been recognized by BB&T and WKDK as “Citizen of the Week” and has received the Pathfinders award for the State of S.C.’s National Association for Girls and Women in Sports. Dr. Winder is married to retired MSG David A. Winder, and they have two daughters, Kasey Danielle and Rielly Anne. The Winder family resides in Newberry.

1/31/24 NMS Jr. Beta Induction (6th Grade) Proud of our 6th Grade Inductee's (Great Turnout Tonight!)

Congratulations to the NMS January 2024 Teacher of the Month, Support Staff of the Month, and Students of the Month! Students of the Month/January 2024 6th Grade: Brielle Mingo 7th Grade: Ronald Bolding 8th Grade: KaLeigha Cannon Teacher of the Month January 2024- Tamara Cannon Support Staff of the Month January 2024-Brittany Hazel

Congrats. to all eighth grade girls basketball players! (Recognized at the final game of the season on 1/25/24 vs. Carolina Springs Middle School at Home) Eighth grade girls basket basketball game versus Carolina Springs middle school. 1/25/24 Score/Results: Won Game 26-23 in OT

Boys Season Ends at Meadow Glenn MS on the Road Tough loss on 1/25/24 Congratulations on a winning season & Lex 10 South Regular Season Co-Championship with an 8-2 record in the Lex-10 South

Note to Parents: RE: 1/25 and 1/26 Parent Teacher Conferences January 25th: Parent Teacher Conference Night 3:30-6:30 (3 Hours) Supper Served by NMS Admin. January 26th-Parent/Teacher Conferences (No School for Students) 1/26/23: 7:30AM-Noon (4.5 Hours) Total 7.5 Hours-Parent/Teacher Conferences You should have received an e-mail invite to parent-teacher conferences with a link to sign up through sign-up-genius from your student's homeroom teacher. Please use this link to secure a time that works best for your schedule. You are welcome to join us without an appointment, but please note that you may have to wait until a time is available to meet with your students team of teachers depending on availability. We look forward to seeing you on January 25th or 26th. Staff E-mail List:https://www.newberrymiddleschool.org/o/nms/staff If needed, please e-mail your student's teacher(s) if needed for more information.

Reminder: 1/22-1/24 WINTER SPIRIT WEEK SEE FLYER/POSTER

NMS Quarter 2 Awards (1/11/23) Congrats. to all NMS Students who participated in today's awards program!

Newberry High School is excited to announce the commencement of Boys Tennis Pre-Season workouts and tryouts throughout the month of January. Open to students in grades 7-12, this opportunity invites participants of all experience levels. No prior tennis experience is necessary—just bring an open mind and a strong work ethic. You must have a current physical on file. Check the calendar for specific dates and join us for a fantastic start to the tennis season! If you have any questions, please email Coach Scriven (escriven@sdnc.org).

Note from Ms. Scriven, Student Council Sponsor/Valentine's Dance Sponsor We will begin selling Valentines Day Sneaker ball tickets tomorrow during homeroom/enrichment. The last day to buy a ticket is Thursday, February 1, 2024. Tickets are $15.00 (meal included) or $7.00 (ticket only). Students are able to purchase tickets from their grade level representative. All payments can be made via cash or check(payable to Newberry Middle School) . 6th grade- Mrs. Shealy 7th Grade- Mrs. Taylor 8th Grade- Mrs. Stribble

The spirit days are as follows: Monday- Sports Day (Jan. 22) Tuesday- Generation Day (Jan. 23) Wednesday- Teacher/Student Swap Day (Jan. 24) Thursday- Class Wars (Jan. 25)

Looking Ahead: NMS will have Job Shadow Day on April 19, 2024! Students will be able to utilize this day to shadow someone in their career of choice. Below is the google form that students must complete by March 15th to participate. (For Grades: 6-8) For more information, please contact Dr. York at lyork@sdnc.org https://forms.gle/QzoZRRPqpTqAbuTo6

January 2024 NMS Newsletter Thank you NMS Newsletter Sponsor (Mrs. Geron Wiggins) NMS ELA 8th Grade Teacher Link: https://www.canva.com/design/DAF48R33cnU/_ZTvQT2I3kIUVHIBM3jQBw/edit?utm_content=DAF48R33cnU&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton Note: Jan. 25th Bingo/Healthy Choices Night has been cancelled due to 1/25 Parent Teacher Conference Night from 3:30PM-6:30PM (3HR) and 1/26 Parent Teacher Conferences from 7:30AM-Noon (4.5 HRS) (Total: 7.5 Hours-2 Days)