2026–2027 NDMS Supply Lists
North Dorchester Middle School families,
We are sharing our school supply lists early in case anyone is able to catch good deals this summer!
Maryland’s annual Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week runs from Sunday, August 9 through Saturday, August 15, 2026, which may be a great time to purchase eligible back-to-school items.
Please review the supply lists below.
6th and 7th Grade Supply List
Science
- 2 green composition books
- 1 green plastic folder with pockets
Social Studies
- 2 red composition notebooks
- 1 red plastic folder with pockets
Math
- 2 yellow composition books
- 1 yellow plastic folder with pockets
Language Arts
- 2 blue composition books
- 1 blue plastic folder with pockets
For All Classes
- 72 #2 wooden pencils — the more the merrier!
- 2 packs of loose-leaf paper
- 1 pack of colored pencils, 24 count
- Pencil bag with zipper
- 2 packs of fine-tip black dry erase markers
- 2 to 4 packs of fine-tip highlighters
- 4 packs of glue sticks
- Safety scissors
- Pencil erasers, either cap erasers or rubber erasers
- Earbuds or headphones that plug into a PC, not Bluetooth
- 4 boxes of tissues
- Clorox cleanup wipes
- Hand sanitizer
- Clear plastic water bottle — no metal, tinted, or glass bottles allowed
- Clear bookbag
Other Notes for 6th and 7th Grade
- No Sharpies or markers.
- Please label your child’s folders and notebooks with their name and the subject.
- A wireless mouse is highly recommended, but not required.
- Clear bags and bottles must have contents that are easily visible.
- Toys and fidgets are not allowed without accommodations.
8th Grade Supply List 2026–2027
Language Arts
- 2 plastic folders with pockets
- 2 composition books
- 3-inch Post-it notes
Pre-AP English I
- Loose-leaf paper
- 5 different colored highlighters
- Post-it notes
Social Studies
- 2 plastic folders with pockets
Science
- 2 3-prong plastic folders with pockets
Math
- 3-subject spiral bound notebook
- 1 composition book
- 2 plastic folders with pockets
- Glue sticks
Algebra
- 3-subject spiral bound notebook
- 1 composition book
- 2 plastic folders with pockets
- Glue sticks
Spanish
- 1 college ruled composition book
- 1 plastic folder with pockets
For All Classes
- Blue and black ink pens
- #2 pencils
- 1 pack of colored pencils
- 2 plastic folders with pockets for UA and/or intervention classes
- 2 packs of fine-tip dry erase markers
- 2 packs of fine-tip highlighters
- Earbuds, not Bluetooth
- Pencil pouch with zipper
- Clear plastic water bottle, no metal, tinted, or glass bottles allowed
- Clear bookbag
To Leave in Homeroom
- 2 boxes of tissues
- Clorox wipes
- Hand sanitizer
Reminders
- No Sharpies or markers
- No binders
- Do not label folders or composition books
- Highly recommended, but not required: wireless mouse
Other Notes for 8th Grade
- No Sharpies or markers.
- No binders.
- Do not label folders or composition books.
- A wireless mouse is highly recommended, but not required.
- Toys and fidgets are not allowed without accommodations.
Thank you for helping our students begin the school year prepared, organized, and ready to learn!
Our School Improvement Team is meeting today to reflect, collaborate, and continue planning for the year ahead. We are grateful for the staff members who are giving their time this summer to help strengthen systems, support student success, and keep moving NDMS forward.
Great things are ahead for our Owl community! 💙
Please see the details below for upcoming family events, resources, activities, giveaways, registration information, and more.
FAMILY RESOURCE DAY
Tuesday, June 17
3:30 PM
Location: Hurlock Community Center / Old Library
220 Main Street
Hurlock, MD 21643
Come for:
⭐ Fun activities for kids
⭐ Resources and support for families
⭐ Pre-K registration
⭐ Community connections
⭐ Food giveaways and more
Willy Woo Woo will be there!
Partners include: Moving Dorchester Forward, Believe in Us, Judy Center Early Learning Hub, and Dorchester County Campaign for Grade-Level Reading.
FAMILY FUN RESOURCE DAY FOAM PARTY
Sunday, June 22
3:30 PM-6:30 PM
At Mace’s Lane Middle School
1101 Maces Lane
Cambridge, MD 21613
Join us for an afternoon of family fun, resources, and excitement!
Family information and resources begin at 3:30 PM. Connect with local organizations and learn about programs and services available for families in our community.
Door prizes available!
Pre-K and Kindergarten registration information will be available.
Activities include:
🫧 Foam Zone with Willy Woo Woo
🫧 Bubble stations
🎵 Kid-friendly dance music
🎨 Face painting
🎈 Balloon creations
🚚 Vouchers for food trucks while supplies last
This is a free family event.
Thank you to our partners: J2W Foundation, Judy Center Early Learning Hub, Moving Dorchester Forward Community Partnering for Children & Families Local Management Board, Believe in Us, and Dorchester County Campaign for Grade-Level Reading.
SUMMER KICKOFF
Thursday, June 26
4:30-7:00 PM
Corner of Race & Cedar Street
Cambridge, MD
Hosted by Minary’s Dream Alliance and Youth Action Council.
Food, music, games, bounce houses, and giveaways.
Contact:
Call or text 443-521-4828
Email: dchd.yac@maryland.gov
SUMMER PREPAREDNESS KICKOFF PARTY
Saturday, June 27
1:00-3:00 PM
Dorchester County Health Department
627 Race Street
Cambridge, MD 21613
Join us for a fun event serving the neurodivergent community!
Partnering with local organizations to provide resources, activities, and summer safety tips.
Activities include:
🎮 Games
ℹ️ Info booths
🍿 Snacks
🎁 Giveaways
Scan the flyer to sign up.
Funded by MDH and SAMHSA.
BACK TO SCHOOL COMMUNITY BASH
Friday, August 7
5:00-7:00 PM
On the corner of Cedar and Race Street
Free backpacks and school supplies
Free music, food, popcorn, and inflatables
A partnership of local churches and organizations.
Thank you to all of the community organizations helping support Dorchester County students and families this summer!
Judge Carole Boston Weatherford, acclaimed author and current Young People’s Poet Laureate, praised Savannah’s work, Where the World Slows Down, as “moody and evocative with a distinctive voice, strong narration, and good pacing.”
Savannah will receive a $100 cash prize to be distributed by the Academy Art Museum. Her official award presentation will take place during AAM’s Juneteenth celebration on Saturday, June 20, at approximately 12:45 PM. She was also awarded a gift card and certificate at NDMS.
The NDMS community is so proud of Savannah!!
Students won certificates and gifts for their outstanding accuracy on challenging English questions! We look forward to these friendly academic competitions to continue next year.
First Place: Cory Abbott, Jr. 2532 Questions Correct
Second Place: Lilliana Baker 2017 Questions Correct
Third Place: Allison Burton 1917 Questions Correct
Here is this week’s NDMS Newsletter: https://app.smore.com/n/ksweq
This is our last newsletter for the 2026–2027 school year. We will communicate updates throughout the summer as needed, but please do not hesitate to reach out or visit NDMS Monday–Thursday during summer hours with any questions, concerns, or needs.
8th grade is still accepting donations for end-of-year celebrations. Please send donations in an envelope labeled “8th Grade End of the Year Celebration.” Questions may be directed to Ms. Hunteman.
You are invited to attend the NDHS First Flight Freshmen Seminar!
Day 1
🗓️July 15th 9am-1pm
📍North Dorchester High School
Day 2
🗓️July 16th 9am-3pm
📍Jolly Roger- OCMD
Both Days
🥗 Meals Provided
🚌 Transportation Provided
You MUST register by June 17th using this link https://forms.gle/rEpt3Vwoe8FLYSicA
If you have questions, please email Ms. Young at youngt@dcpsmd.org
Congratulations to our incredible Grade 8 writer, Emma Hayward!
In Mrs. Cohoon’s ELA class, Emma has truly shined by winning FIRST PLACE in the DCPS districtwide spring writing contest!
Her standout piece, an argumentative essay titled, “Unplug and Connect,” features a masterful closing paragraph that brilliantly weaves together Pre-AP English writing techniques — including ethos, pathos, logos, a rhetorical précis, and a powerful call to action. Emma’s skillful use of these elements not only impressed the judges but also showcased her exceptional talent and dedication.
We couldn’t be prouder of Emma’s achievement and the inspiring voice she brings to our school community! Keep up the amazing work!
We are proud of the hard work, growth, leadership, and accomplishments of our students this year. Please join us as we recognize and celebrate our Owls during our upcoming end-of-year events!
🎉 Awards Night – June 4 at 6:00 PM
🎓 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony – June 10 at 6:00 PM
🏅 6th Grade End of Year Ceremony – June 11 at 9:00 AM
🏅 7th Grade End of Year Ceremony – June 11 at 1:00 PM
Families, thank you for your continued support throughout the school year. We look forward to celebrating these special moments together as we close out another amazing year at NDMS!
🦉 RAP the Owl Way: Be Respectful, Be Accountable, and Be Prepared!
☀️ DCPS Summer Meals Program is Back! ☀️
Dorchester County Public Schools is proud to offer FREE weekly meal handouts for children this summer! 🍎🥪
✅ Register today by scanning the QR code below
✅ Quick & easy sign-up
📅 Meal pickup begins Tuesday, June 23
📅 Last pickup: August 11
🗓️ Handouts available every Tuesday
Each child will receive:
🥞 7 Breakfasts
🥪 7 Lunches
📍 Cambridge Locations & Times:
• 9:00–9:30 – Church Creek Firehouse
• 9:45–10:15 – Foxtail
• 11:00–11:30 – Board of Education
• 12:15–12:45 – Grace Methodist
• 12:45–1:15 – Crusader Arms
• 1:00–1:15 – Refuge Temple
• 2:30–3:00 – Bucktown Trailer Park
• 4:00–4:30 – CSDHS
📍 North Dorchester Locations & Times:
• 10:30–11:00 – Beaver Neck Village (near the playground)
• 11:30–12:00 – Gold Rush Lane
Help us spread the word so no child goes hungry this summer! 💙
🎓 Calling All NDMS 8th Grade Families! 🦉
As we prepare to celebrate the Class of 2026 during their final days at NDMS, we’d love to fill our display cases with photos of our amazing 8th graders through the years!
Baby pictures, elementary school memories, sports, activities, family moments — we want to celebrate the journey that brought them to this milestone moment. 💙❤️
Please submit photos using the form below:
https://forms.gle/6fYchP45hQiPJUnY9
📸 The form allows up to 10 photos per submission. If you’d like to share more memories, feel free to complete the form multiple times!
Thank you for helping us make these last few weeks special for our students!
Here's this week's NDMS Newsletter! The next newsletter will be released on June 7! https://app.smore.com/n/3raunw
Our 8th graders have worked hard all year, and we are excited to honor their accomplishments with an End of Year Celebration as they prepare for the transition to high school!
We are currently accepting monetary donations to help provide food, beverages, and picnic supplies for the event. Any contribution — big or small — is greatly appreciated and will help make this a memorable experience for our students.
📬 Donations can be sent to NDMS in an envelope labeled:
“8th Grade End of Year Celebration”
📅 Please send donations by May 29, 2026
If you have questions or would like additional payment options, please contact Ms. Hunteman.
Thank you for supporting our students and helping us celebrate their middle school successes! 🦉💙
https://app.smore.com/n/wxbu1
This week’s newsletter includes:
• Fine Arts Night information 🎶🎨
• Memorial Day Weekend reminders
• Quarter 4 grade and PowerSchool updates
• End-of-year reminders and upcoming events
As always, thank you for supporting NDMS and helping our students RAP the Owl Way by being Respectful, Accountable, and Prepared!
Let’s show our support, school spirit, and remind everyone to be gentle with themselves throughout the week.
Monday – Hat Day
Wear your favorite hat!
Tuesday – Team Up Tuesday
Rep your team by wearing a jersey. It can be professional, college, little league, travel — it doesn’t matter!
Wednesday – Wear Green Wednesday
Wear green in support of mental health awareness.
Thursday – Luau Day
Whip out those vacation shirts and sandals!
Friday – Freestyle Friday
Formerly known as “Mismatch Day” — throw together your craziest fit and rock it like nobody’s watching!
We can’t wait to see everyone participate! 💚
