The first 15 days of school is an indicator to how attendance will trend for the year. We have battled the flu, viruses, allergies and all the "ick". However, we are pleased to announce our current rankings for the first 18 days of school. 6th graders are in first place with an overall percentage of 95.6%. 8th graders round out second place with an overall 92.6%. Tight on their heels are the 7th graders with an overall percentage of 92.3%. The average for the entire school is approximately 93.5%, which is well above last year. Parents please remember to send in notes for absences or email lauckd@dcpsmd.org.
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At NDMS, the staff believes strongly in not only preparing students for their educational journey; but, preparing them to be community members that will change the world. The Student Spotlight today is 8th grader Zayvion Cooper-Davis. Zayvion is the 1st winner of the year for Principal Bucks. for changing the world, one good deed at a time. Yesterday, Zayvion was "caught" helping out a student who dropped all their papers in the bus loop. Zayvion immediately jumped to help catch the blowing papers and came to the aid of his peer. Thank you Zayvion for going above and beyond!!
Today's spotlight is on the MCAP RELA Mastery Class, taught by Mrs. South. Students are working on proficiency for RELA MCAP by infusing cross curricular concepts. Students are currently growing cucumbers, string beans, lettuce and tomatoes from seeds. They are learning academic vocabulary, such as germination, and learning how long plants take to germinate. Students are using math concepts to measure and data collection to see trends, while using writing concepts to record scientific observations. Eventually students will place vegetables in the hydroponic tower to produce the "fruits of their labor". This is just ONE Way that NDMS is RUNNING Hard to 15, while delivering high caliber instruction. Thank you Mrs. South for creating engaging instruction.
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This morning at approximately 8:20, NDMS conducted a Lock Down drill. This was only a practice to help prepare students, in case of an emergency. Thank you!
Meals til Monday closes the gap on hunger by sending home healthy, nutritious and easy to prepare food options during times when children may not have access to consistent meals.
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The National Junior Honor Society volunteered at the Ironman Triathlon, this past Saturday. Thank you for putting Service Above Self!!! Shout out to Mrs. Irby and Mrs. Carpenter, the Advisors.
Last week, students in grades 6-8 completed the iReady Math Diagnostic. This helps assess your student's performance level and provides valuable information to teachers for planning purposes. 75 students in 6th grade maintained or improved in performance. 74 in 7th grade maintained or improved in performance. Lastly, 85 8th graders maintained or improved!!! Parents, you will receive their detailed report. Feel free to reach out to their math teachers to see how you can support your student.
Monday- Dance Tickets will go on sale (5.00) and be on sale during lunches all week. To attend the dance, you must have NO Major Referrals. Students will not be permitted to change afterschool and get ready for the dance!!
Tuesday- Pom and Band Practice afterschool
Wednesday- It is Reveur's World Dreamers Day
Thursday - Pom and Band Practice.
Friday - Dr. Shani Fleming from the University of Maryland Baltimore is scheduled for September 27th at 9:30 am to present to our 8th graders on the Physician's Assistant Pathway. The Dance will be held from 3-5. Parents please pick your students up promptly at 5.
Saturday - We will have Saturday School. You will be contacted by your grade level administrator if your child is to attend due to tardies or referrals.
A quick glimpse into our House Sorting Event. It was a blast and everyone had fun!! The winner of our FIRST House Event was Altruismo. Shout out to the their House Leader, who was an absolute beast at Musical Chairs. They brought the RIZZ to Altruismo! Stay tuned for more pictures!
Yesterday, NDMS BLACKED OUT THE BLOCK to celebrate the reigning House of 23-24, ALTRUISMO. Altruismo is known as the House of Givers. Our animal is the snake! Stay tuned for our potential live stream of today's sorting event and to see WHY NDMS is a WHOLE VIBE this year.
A little early glimpse into the celebration today! In less than 3 hours, we will be rocking NDMS with all our our school spirit! What House will you now call home???? Reveur!!! Altruismo!!! Isibindi!!! Amistad!!!
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This week is Community School Liaison Week and we couldn't let the week come to a close without recognizing the wonderful Mrs. Jessica Johnson. She has hit the ground running preparing events, clubs, tutoring, mentorship, trips and family support for our NDMS families. Be on the look out for important information from her office. Thank you Mrs. Johnson for all you do for NDMS! We are lucky to have you!
NDMS is proud to celebrate the data that was released regarding MCAP from School Year 23-24!.To be considered PROFICIENT on MCAP, students must score a 3 or 4. Our 8th grade class, which are NOW 9th graders, earn over 70 3's and 4's. Our current 8th graders also earned over 70 3's and 4's. The current 7th graders achieved 99 3's and 4's. Lastly, our new 6th graders earned over 121 3's and 4's. We want to thank our staff, parents and students for working so hard on this achievement. Also, special shout out to our feeder elementary school staff for all that you have instilled in our students. Stay tuned for a special MCAP celebration for students! We look forward to even MORE 3's and 4's as NDMS runs hard to 15.#DCPS23NOMORE
If you were on the NDMS campus today, you may have been confused and thought it was St. Patrick's Day. Actually our scholars and staff were decked out in GREEN to celebrate the House of IS-I-BIN-DI!!! Wednesday of spirit week was devoted to the House of Courage. This house can be defined as a fierce competitor. House members are patiently waiting to scream "WHO YOU WITH?" to their newest family members on Friday!
Our 6th graders really know how to show HOUSE SPIRIT! On Tuesday, we celebrated the House of Amistad. Amistad is known as the House of Friendship and can be seen proudly wearing the color red. The House animal is the Peacock, as it signifies love and spirit. We are so excited to see what new members are welcomed with open arms into their new "homes" on Friday. Our House leaders of Amistad can't wait to be FRIENDS with YOU!
At NDMS, we believe that the safety of our students and staff is a priority. We recognize that practicing drills, better prepares us for the chance of emergency. NDMS just conducted our first Fire Drill of the year. It was a success. We will continue to practice all safety protocols, as drills, monthly.
If your child participated in any MCAP assessments at North Dorchester Middle School or one of its feeder schools last year, MCAP scores reports will be coming home today. Please be on the lookout for a white envelope with your child's name on it.
Shout out to 8th Graders in Mrs. Carpenter's Math Class that showed growth on their beginning of the year IReady Diagnostic or Earned the Highest Score in their Class. Congratulations Gage Hill, Martin Sinkeldam, Danica Thomas, Brice Robinson, Christian Powell, Anna Belle Townsend, Trinity Lewis, and Gage Stump.
We are back to school tomorrow and kicking off our House Spirit Week! Monday, wear Blue to support Reveur, Tuesday wear Red to Support Amistad, Wednesday wear Green for the House of Isibindi, Thursday Wear Black for the Reigning House of Altruismo! Friday, rep your house colors for our Sorting Day Ceremony, as we welcome new staff and students to their Home. Poms and Band will meet afterschool on Tuesday and Thursday. As a reminder, Dance tickets will go on sale on 09.23, during all three lunches. Enjoy the rest of your day and we look forward to seeing you back at the NEST tomorrow.
Students have been enjoying the nice weather! During lunch, students are permitted to be outside, go to the media center or enjoy the music in the cafeteria. Some students even dance!!! Way to go OWLS for finishing another week strong!! Everyone have a great weekend!
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