North Dorchester Middle School

Dear North Dorchester Middle School Families, I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to share some exciting news regarding our school community. We are pleased to announce the addition of a School Resource Officer (SRO), Deputy First Class LaMonica, who will be joining us this school year. Deputy First Class LaMonica comes to us with 10 years of experience with the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office, previously serving as the SRO at Maces Lane Middle School. Her commitment to fostering a safe and supportive environment for our students is evident, and we are confident that she will be a valuable asset to our school. The role of the SRO is to enhance the safety and security of our school while also serving as a positive role model and mentor for our students. Deputy First Class LaMonica will be actively involved in our school community, participating in various activities, and building relationships with students, staff and families. We believe that the addition of Deputy First Class LaMonica will also provide our students with an additional trusted adult they can turn to for guidance and support. Attached you will find a Welcome Infographic that will tell you more about Deputy First Class LaMonica. Please join us in welcoming her to our school community. We encourage you to introduce yourselves and engage with her during school events. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to me directly. Thank you for your continued support in making NDMS a safe and nurturing place for our students and staff. Sincerely, Vaughn D. Evans, Sr. Proud Principal

🏆 Join the NDMS Wrestling Club! 🤼‍♂️ Are you ready to learn some wrestling moves? No experience necessary! This club is open to all NDMS students in grades 6-8. 🗓 When: Mondays and Thursdays 🕒 Time: 3 PM - 5 PM 👕 What to Wear: Workout clothes Come have fun, get active, and make new friends! We can't wait to see you on the mat! 💪

Good morning 8th Grade families, By now your 8th grade student should have come home with a physical copy of their High School Program of Study Booklet and the High School Registration Intent form. High School Registration will take place on Wednesday, March 26th from 8:30 am - 7:30 pm and Friday, March 28th from 8:30 am - 3:30 pm. Students have two options for registration that is indicated on the High School Registration Intent Form Option 1: Students can complete the registration process on their own with a guidance staff member. The 9th Grade course request sheet will come home afterward to review and sign. Option 2: Parents/guardians can schedule an appointment on March 26th or March 28th using the following link: https://bit.ly/3QLJvY7

🌟 Exciting Opportunity for Rising 6th-9th Graders! 🌟 DCPS is thrilled to announce the Tri County Summer Career Enrichment Program! This FREE program offers students the chance to explore amazing fields such as: 🎨 Animation 🎮 Gaming/App Development 🏥 Careers in Healthcare ♟️ Chess 🔒 Cyber Security 🚁 Drones 🎥 Media Arts 📹 Video Arts 🤖 Robotics Meals and transportation to Easton High School are provided! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn and grow this summer! 👉 Sign up now: pfccoalition.org/scep.asp 📧 For questions, email: contact@pfccoalition.org Spread the word and tag your friends! 📢✨

🌟 Attention 8th Grade Families! 🌟 Join us for a Virtual Information Night about the registration process! 🗓 Date: March 12 🕕 Time: 6 PM 💻 Platform: Microsoft Teams This event is open to all DCPS students in grades 8-11. Don’t miss this opportunity to get important information and have your questions answered! We look forward to seeing you there! 🎉 Meeting Link http://bit.ly/4kmVYyY Meeting Id: 212791416431 Passcode 6Ap3HR6t

Updated announcement, Band will still be occurring afterschool today. All other activities are cancelled.

Good morning NDMS families, please be advised that we will have to cancel afterschool activities, including tutoring for today.

NDMS Yearbooks are on Sale!!!. $30.00 to place your order. Please see Mrs. South for more information.

Today is a 1/2 day for students. Parents feel free to come out to the school between 1-2:50 to meet with teachers. You can also call the school.

Tomorrow, March 7, NDMS will be holding focus groups to assess the needs of our school, its students and our community. We need your input. Please contact Ms. Johnson at johnsonje@dcpsmd.org to meet in person or via email. You can also complete the link https://forms.office.com/r/ntuU6qwuaY

Reminder- 8th grade families - Please join us tonight at NDHS to hear more about graduation requirements, scheduling, College and Career Readiness, the Program of Study and the proposed 25-26 schedule for High School. The agenda is attached!

DLAX is currently looking for 7th and 8th grade boys and girls to play this season. This will help prepare you for High School Lacrosse at either CSDHS or NDHS. Scholarships and Gear are available. No experience necessary. Please contact Ryan Daniels daneilsr@dcpsmd.org

Due to the anticipated weather conditions below we are dismissing students 2 hours early. All after-school activities will be cancelled as well.

📣 Attention NDMS Parents! 📣 On March 7, our Community Liaison, Ms. Johnson, will be hosting a Parent Focus/Interview Group, and we want to hear from you! Join us for a 30-60 minute session where you can share your insights on various topics related to student academics. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us identify NDMS's greatest needs and areas for improvement for all our students. If you're interested in participating or would like more information, please contact Ms. Johnson at johnsonje@dcpsmd.org. Your voice matters—let's work together to enhance our students' educational experience! 💬✨

🌟 Attention Dorchester Community! 🌟 DCPS is excited to announce that we are looking to expand our community partners! Are you or your business interested in investing in our students? Investing goes beyond just financial support. Here are some impactful ways you can get involved: 🤝 Participate in the MD Youth Apprenticeship Program 👩‍🏫 Host an intern 🎤 Speak to students about your field 🏢 Offer job shadowing experiences or workplace tours 🧑‍ mentor students Together, we can help build Dorchester's future workforce! If you're interested in partnering with us, please reach out! Contact your school's Career Coach OR use the link https://forms.gle/uLRGWoXLm6g5fKBg6

This Thursday, March 6th Registration Night will be held at NDHS. 8th grade families, please join us to discuss dual enrollment, the program of study, AP classes and DCTC. It will begin at 6 pm. If you are unable to make this date, please join us on a virtual session on Thursday March 13th at 6 pm. The link is http://bit.ly/4kmVYyY If you have any questions please contact lakeje@dcpsmd.org

🚀 Exploring Future Opportunities! 🚀 On Wednesday, February 26th, our NDMS 8th graders had an exciting opportunity to tour the Dorchester Career and Technology Center! This visit was a fantastic way for students to learn about the various programs offered as they begin selecting classes for high school. Our students left very excited and could not wait to tell us what programs they were interested in! We were also excited to see our former students! A huge thank you to Mrs. Lake, Mrs. Carpenter, and Mrs. Bozman for handling all the logistics and making this trip possible! 🙌 We also want to extend our gratitude to the DCTC staff for the warm welcome and for showcasing all the amazing things you do! #NDMS #CareerExploration #FutureReady #Choosetrades

🌟 Celebrating Black History Month at NDMS! 🌟 In honor of Black History Month, our Core Support classes engaged in an inspiring project to research and celebrate the contributions of famous Black individuals in various fields, including Arts, Sports, Music, Literacy, Science, and Cinema. Students researched, wrote essays, and creatively decorated their classroom doors to showcase the incredible impact these figures have made in our society. 🎨✍️🏆 We are proud of our students for their hard work and dedication in honoring these influential figures and their legacies! We are thrilled to announce the winners of this year's competition! 🏆 🌟 6th Grade: Mr. Mueller's class 🌟 7th Grade: Ms. J's class 🌟 8th Grade: Ms. Chester's class 🌟 UA: Ms. Griffin' s class 🌟 Core Support: Ms. D and Mrs. Savage classes 🌟 Special Shout Out to Mrs. Hatfield's Class! 🌟 We are excited to recognize Mrs. Hatfield's class for their innovative project where they used Khanmigo to interview Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.! 🎤✨ Khanmigo is a fantastic new tool available to all DCPS students, and it’s wonderful to see our students utilizing it to enhance their learning and creativity. Keep up the great work, everyone! Your dedication to exploring history and making it come alive is truly inspiring! #BlackHistoryMonth #NDMS #CelebratingDiversity

🌟 Exciting news from NDMS! 🌟 Our social studies teachers have been incorporating CNN 10 into their lessons, and today we received a special "shout out" from the host! 🎉 Even better, the host was sporting a RISE UP COFFEE shirt sent from our school! ☕️💙 We’re proud to see our students engaged with current events and making connections beyond the classroom. Keep up the great work, NDMS! #NDMSPride #CNN10

NDMS would like to extend a heartfelt Thank You to the cast, staff and Administration of the NDHS Class Play, The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Our entire school was able to see former students showcase their amazing talent. Best of luck on Opening Night!!! FAMILIES, PLEASE MAKE SURE TO COME OUT AND SUPPORT THE PLAY!