8th Grade Boys
Date: May 5th and 6th
Time: After School 3:30 to 5:15
Place: Lower Gym
Need to have shoes and athletic clothing. Must have a Physical and Consent form to tryout.
7th Grade Boys
Date: May 3rd and 4th
Time: After School 3:30 to 5:15
Place: Lower Gym
Need to have shoes and athletic clothing. Must have a Physical and Consent form to tryout.
Social Distancing will be observed, bring
your own water bottle, and wear mask when not on the court.
This message is for parents and guardians of virtual students: All 8th- grade virtual and face to face students will take their ACT Aspire Test starting on Monday, April 19th through Wednesday, April 21st. This means all virtual students will have to come to campus on those days to test. Please call 501-771-8200 if you have questions regarding which bus your child(ren) will need to ride on during this testing week if transportation is needed.
Dear 7th grade parents/guardians, your child received a course selection sheet to bring home today that shows the classes we will try to schedule them into this coming school year. Please email Mr. Leverette, leverettea@nlrsd.org, with any questions or concerns. Since all virtual students were on campus today, we are sending this information home with students rather than mailing it. We have also included a Q3 report card for the benefit of the virtual students. Thank you for making this a successful week of ACT Aspire testing.
This message is for parents and guardians of virtual students: All 8th- grade virtual and face to face students will take their ACT Aspire Test starting on Monday, April 19th through Wednesday, April 21st. This means all virtual students will have to come to campus on those days to test. Please call 501-771-8200 if you have questions regarding which bus your child(ren) will need to ride on during this testing week if transportation is needed.
Parents and guardians, please encourage your student to do their very best on the ACT Aspire! The scores will influence some class placements to help support appropriate student growth.
Please direct any questions to Aaron Leverettea@nlrsd.org for NLRMS 7/8 or LeverretGwen Leger at legerg@nlrsd.org for current 8th grade students that will Freshmen at NLRHS for the 2021-2022 school year.
Mark your calendar for this virtual meeting about Virtual Academy for next school year!
Parents and guardians in the next few weeks our 7th and 8th-grade counselors will be mailing out your child's 2021-2022 course selections for your review. This mailout will also have the 3rd quarter report card as well. If you have not updated your address since your last move, please contact Ms. Stafford, our registrar, at 501-771-8200 to have it updated. If you are unsure if your address is updated, you can log in to your HAC (Home Access Center) account to see the address on file.
All 7th-grade students will take their ACT Aspire Test starting Monday, April 12th, 13th, & 14th.
All 8th-grade students will work from home on Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday. (April 12th, 13th, & 14th)
All 7th and 8th -grade students will return to their normal classes on Thursday, April 15th, and Friday, April 16th.
All 8th-grade students will take their ACT Aspire Test starting on Monday, April 19th, 20th, & 21st.
All the 7th-grade students will work from home on Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday. (April 19th, 20th, & 21st)
All 7th and 8th -grade students will return to their normal classes on Thursday, April 22nd, and Friday, April 23rd.
https://youtu.be/1GJA-vrbIkI
This message is for parents and guardians of virtual students: All 7th- grade virtual and face to face students will take their ACT Aspire Test starting on Monday, April 12th through Wednesday, April 14th. This means all virtual students will have to come to campus on those days to test. Please call 501-771-8200 if you have questions regarding which bus your child(ren) will need to ride on during this testing week if transportation is needed.
ACT Aspire Newsletter and April News for NLRMS 7/8 Campus!
https://www.smore.com/ad2us
This message is for parents and guardians of virtual students:
All 7th- grade virtual and face to face students will take their ACT Aspire Test starting on Monday, April 12th through Wednesday, April 14th. This means all virtual students will have to come to campus on those days to test. Please call 501-771-8200 if you have questions regarding which bus your child(ren) will need to ride on during this testing week if transportation is needed.
Parents and guardians in the next few weeks our 7th and 8th-grade counselors will be mailing out your child's 2021-2022 course selections for your review. This mailout will also have the 3rd quarter report card as well. If you have not updated your address since your last move, please contact Ms. Stafford, our registrar, at 501-771-8200 to have it updated. If you are unsure if your address is updated, you can log in to your HAC (Home Access Center) account to see the address on file.
Boys and Girls Cross Country Tryouts
7th grade - May 13
8th grader - May 14
9-12th grade- May 20
All tryouts will be held at the NLRMS track.
7th and 8th grade will be 3:45-4:15
9-12th grade will be 4:00-4:45
Must have a current physical and consent form and Email Coach D. Brown your Name, Grade and Parent Contact info. if interested in trying out.
(brownd@nlrsd.org)
Important ACT Aspire informational video. Please click on the link below.
https://youtu.be/l5j_3bRAK_Y
ACT Aspire Testing Spirit Week! April 5th-9th All students can participate!
Please read the Superintendent's Message, which addresses the continuation of requiring staff, students, and guests to wear masks.
You can read the letter here: https://5il.co/r3gv
Parents and guardians please make sure to review the 2021-2022 Class Scheduling newsletter by clicking the following link. https://www.smore.com/3krt8
Students have until March 28th to get complete their 2021-2022 class selection form.
All schools in the North Little Rock School District will dismiss at normal time. However, due to flooding and some traffic light outages, some buses may be delayed.
Please see the great flyers attached for our art and orchestra classes. If you have any questions, please email Ms. Cobb, cobba@nlrsd.org, for orchestra.
Please see the great flyers attached for our art and orchestra classes. If you have any questions, please email Ms. Tenison, tenisonm@nlrsd.org, for art.
The attached flyer is for a summer opportunity from UAMS for people interesting in healthcare and science, technology, engineering, and math.
If you missed the Parent/guardian scheduling meeting held on 3-15-2021. Then please feel free to view the meeting here by clicking on the link https://5il.co/qmxn
You can submit questions by clicking on the link to take you directly to the google form. https://forms.gle/aiYnk8mkJB4MBUNW9
Don’t forget students, parents and guardians can meet with NLRHS counselors tonight Monday, March 15, and Tuesday, March 16, via google meet at 6:00 p.m. to answer any questions you or your student may have. The meetings will be recorded and posted on the high school website which is listed above.
Monday's meeting link: https://meet.google.com/aaq-fvrq-xuu
Tuesday's meeting link: https://meet.google.com/wqv-ocpm-ngq
If you have any questions regarding the scheduling process for your child please click on the link to access the google form. https://forms.gle/aiYnk8mkJB4MBUNW9
Zoom Meeting for 2021-2022 Class Scheduling
Monday, March 15th at 10:30 am to help answer any questions our parents and guardians may have.
Zoom Meeting Link: Topic: 6th and 7th grade Parent and Guardian- 2021-2022 class scheduling for NLRMS 7/8 campus.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81766725364...
Meeting ID: 817 6672 5364
Passcode: hNr92f
On Monday, March 15, and Tuesday, March 16, the high school counselors will be available via google meet at 6:00 p.m. to answer any questions you or your student may have. The meetings will be recorded and posted on the high school website which is listed above.
Monday's meeting link: https://meet.google.com/aaq-fvrq-xuu
Tuesday's meeting link: https://meet.google.com/wqv-ocpm-ngq
Hello 8th grade parents and guardians!
Hopefully, you are aware that your 8th grade student received information on Thursday to select their FRESHMAN courses for the 2021-2022 school year. Face-to-face students received hard copies of the form and virtual students were emailed a form link to complete. The high school course guide can be found at www.nlrsd.org/o/high-school. I encourage you and your student to explore what the high school has to offer and to review the course descriptions carefully.
Parent, guardian and student meeting for current 8th grade students.
On Monday, March 15, and Tuesday, March 16, the high school counselors will be available via google meet at 6:00 p.m. to answer any questions you or your student may have. The meetings will be recorded and posted on the high school website which is listed above.
Monday's meeting link: https://meet.google.com/aaq-fvrq-xuu
Tuesday's meeting link: https://meet.google.com/wqv-ocpm-ngq
Important dates for current 8th-graders going into the 9th-grade.
Current 8th-grade students, NLRHS is asking that you make your class choices by Thursday, March 18.
Parents and guardians, please encourage your student to do their very best on the ACT Aspire! The scores will influence some class placements to help support appropriate student growth.
Please direct any questions to Aaron Leverettea@nlrsd.org for NLRMS 7/8 or LeverretGwen Leger at legerg@nlrsd.org for current 8th grade students that will Freshmen at NLRHS for the 2021-2022 school year.
Parents and guardians please make sure to review the 2021-2022 Class Scheduling newsletter by clicking the following link. https://www.smore.com/3krt8
Information for Future 9th Grade Students
· On March 11, in-person students will be given a selection sheet to choose courses for the 2021-2022 school year and will google meet with the high school counselors during advisory. The intention of this initial meeting is to explain how to complete the form and to answer any initial questions. Virtual students will receive a video tailored to their needs and a link to the digital selection form.
· On Monday, March 15, the high school counselors will again google meet during advisory to answer questions. Also on Monday, March 15 and Tuesday, March 16, the high school will host google meets for parents at 6:00 p.m. to ask questions and hear about various programs.
· Please email any questions to Ms. Leger, head school counselor for NLRHS, at legerg@nlrsd.org
· NLR Center of Excellence will be pushing out a video and form next week and will host a time for questions through Google Meet. Please email any questions to Ms. Cox, school counselor for the Center of Excellence, at coxm@nlrsd.org
Class Scheduling:
If your child did not fill out this form during advisory, please have them go ahead and fill it out to choose their electives. Students can always go back and change their choices by clicking it again until the end of spring break: https://forms.gle/9seFLeoY2i9C9tpY7
Current 8th-Grade Students heading to NLRHS for the 2021-2022 school year. Please make sure your child(ren) has/have completed their selection sheet for their Freshman school year.
Below is the link to your digital selection sheet for your freshman courses! Within the form, are links to the NLRHS Course Guide and a PDF copy of the selection sheet.
The contact information is VERY important. We often have to contact students over the summer to clarify a choice you made or to give you an option of what you would like to do. PLEASE make sure the phone numbers are accurate.
Notes:
1. If you choose a semester class, they are marked with a "*", you will need to select another semester class to go with it.
2. Athletic teams are not an option at this point. Once tryouts occur and coaches send rosters, we will move you into the sport.
3. READ the course descriptions for elective classes! If you choose Dance I, you will be expected to dress out and to dance! If you choose, Wildcat Singers, you will be expected to sing!!!! You must live with the electives you choose!!
https://forms.gle/r6t455uLGGkDZ5Pm9
--
Gwen Leger
Guidance Counselor
Information for Future 8th Grade Students
· Students will complete a Google Form selection sheet to select electives on March 11. This form may be edited until March 28 by clicking the link again. This form is found here and can only be opened from school Chromebooks or browsers logged into school accounts: https://forms.gle/sccTakGZKfX5ia8H8 This is a Google Doc equivalent of the Google Form for viewing on devices not logged into the student NLRSD account: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1W0gm2hrez5uryWMx2k1LjoaVfTmhd2p5TNkJzEhTGPU/edit?usp=sharing
· Here is a link to the course catalog for next year that is still subject to board review and revision: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1b8EmQEd2O4WccG1KTZbLOCLSelU1Z5XDnEo_Jj9AWn8/edit?usp=sharing
· Here is the link to the scheduling information video that features elective teachers describing their own classes: https://youtu.be/vtl9smbJkFA
· Core class recommendations are being made by current core teachers.
· A summary page with what the student will be scheduled into next year based upon core teacher recommendations and student elective choice will be sent home to parents later this spring. Parents may request changes in core class placement or elective placement by emailing the school counselor.
· Please email any questions to Mr. Leverette, school counselor for 8th grade next year, at leverettea@nlrsd.org
Information for Future 7th Grade Students
· Students will complete a Google Form selection sheet to select electives on March 15. This form may be edited until March 28 by clicking the link again. This form is found here and can only be opened from school Chromebooks or browsers logged into school accounts: https://forms.gle/MYFjKujWB3nTkFDF9 This is a Google Doc equivalent of the Google Form for viewing on devices not logged into the student NLRSD account: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VPLhbJ7KEAX-kqmWrHIuh1CaJm21Rq5oonMMyhAM8jU/edit?usp=sharing
· Here is a link to the course catalog for next year that is still subject to board review and revision: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1b8EmQEd2O4WccG1KTZbLOCLSelU1Z5XDnEo_Jj9AWn8/edit?usp=sharing
· Here is the link to the scheduling information video that features elective teachers describing their own classes: https://youtu.be/0ZS6QsiHDEk
· Core class recommendations are being made by current core teachers.
· A summary page with what the student will be scheduled into next year based upon core teacher recommendations and student elective choice will be sent home to parents later this spring. Parents may request changes in core class placement or elective placement by emailing the school counselor.
· Please email any questions to Ms. Williams, school counselor for 7th grade next year, at williamsam@nlrsd.org
https://youtu.be/0ZS6QsiHDEk
Video describing classes for the 2021-2022 school year
Zoom Meeting for 2021-2022 Class Scheduling Monday, March 15th at 10:30 am to help answer any questions our parents and guardians may have. Zoom Meeting Link: Topic: 6th and 7th grade Parent and Guardian- 2021-2022 class scheduling for NLRMS 7/8 campus. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81766725364... Meeting ID: 817 6672 5364 Passcode: hNr92f
A message from Mr. Leverette regarding 2021-2022 NLRMS 7/8 class scheduling:
https://youtu.be/0ZS6QsiHDEk
Good evening!
Please read the Superintendent's Message, which discusses the end of Virtual Learning Fridays on Friday, March 19, 2021. We will return to a five-day school model after spring break.
Read the full letter here: https://5il.co/qe2p
6th and 7th grade Parents and guardians if you would like to know more about how to plan for your child's 2021-2022 academic school year then please join us for our Parent scheduling meeting. If you are unable to attend the meeting don't worry the meeting will be recorded and posted on our Facebook page and website. There will be a link in the comment section of the Zoom meeting for you to send in your questions so they can be answered by the appropriate staff member.
Topic: 6th and 7th grade Parent and Guardian- Scheduling Meeting
Time: Mar 15, 2021, 10:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81766725364...
Meeting ID: 817 6672 5364
Passcode: hNr92f
Parent's and guardians we need to hear from you. Please click on the link below regarding NLMS 7/8 athletics.
https://forms.gle/NGxZrpj1co1wUV246
This is National School Breakfast Week! This year's theme, “Score Big with School Breakfast,” reminds us all that school breakfast provides a healthy and energizing start to the day for students. Studies have shown that students who participated in the school breakfast program reached higher levels of achievement in reading and math, along with higher scores on standardized tests.
The NLRSD Child Nutrition Department will celebrate this week by giving away prizes to students eating breakfast in the cafeteria.
Today is Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day! We are thankful for the employees in the NLRSD Maintenance Department for all that they do to keep our schools operating at a high level.
Join us in celebrating our maintenance staff!
Parents and guardians, tomorrow March 1st our NLRMS 7/8 students will start taking the NWEA test. It’s very important that your child(ren) get a good night rest and also to do their best. The test schedule is below:
March 1st & 2nd- Reading
March 3rd & 4th - Science
March 8th & 9th - Math
Make-ups will start March 15th -18th.
NWEA testing will start on March 1st! Please check out the video link to get the most current information! https://youtu.be/TkAKqNhE6wc
GO CATS!
All week, the NLRSD will celebrate "Transportation Staff Appreciation Week. We say THANK YOU to our drivers, aides, mechanics, and transportation leaders for all they do for the students and staff in this district. Join us in celebrating these true dynamic individuals!
The North Little Rock School District will return to normal operations on Tuesday, February 23. However, due to the lack of heat at Glenview and Meadow Park, these two campuses will continue with 100% virtual instruction for tomorrow.
Here's the letter: https://5il.co/ptyh
Parents and guardians, students will be taking the NWEA test on the following days.
March 1st & 2nd -Reading
March 3rd & 4th -Science
March 8th & 9th- Math
March 15th & 18th Make-ups
NLRMS parents and guardians, Monday, February 22nd will be a 100% virtual day. Teachers will have instructions for students on their Google Classrooms. Teachers will be available for check-ins with students from 8:10-10:00 am. During the check-in time, students can set up a time to meet with their teacher in a one-on-one meeting. Please make sure to have your child(ren) check his or her email so they can complete the Google attendance form as well.
Please read the attached Superintendent's Message, which discusses 100% virtual instruction for Monday, February 22, 2021.
Read the letter here: https://5il.co/psfs
Stay safe, everyone!
Due to the inclement weather, all schools and Central Office sites will remain closed over the weekend, which include no athletic events or practices.
District administrators will continue to monitor the impact of the weather on school operations this weekend and will update the community by Sunday, February 21, 2021, on the status of school operations for Monday, February 22, 2021.
The safety of our staff and students remains our top priority. Thank you for being a part of the North Little Rock School District.
Dear 7th Grade Students,
I will be hosting a 10:00am open meeting for anyone who wants to chat or ask any questions. This is NOT required, but I would love to see you. The meeting link that has been sent to your emails.
Parents, guardians, and students tomorrow Thursday, February 18th, and February 19th will both be virtual school days. Teachers will follow the Virtual Friday Schedule. During the next two days, teachers will be available to parents and students. These two days will be a great opportunity for students to catch up on their assignments or get extra help if needed. Teachers will not be covering any new content during this time. Don't forget Mr. Leverett and Mrs. Williams are both available as well.
Please read the Superintendent's Message, which discusses the plan to follow the "Virtual Learning Friday" schedule for Thursday, February 18, 2021, and Friday, February 19, 2021.
The following link takes you to the letter: https://5il.co/povi
Stay safe and warm!
Good morning parents and guardians, Mr. Leverette has sent out the attendance form for your child(ren) to fill out. Please have your child check his or her Gmail account to get the attendance form. Also, teachers will have assignments in their Google Classrooms. Teachers will be available throughout the day if your child needs any assistance.
Don't forget to email your snow day photos to nlrms78yearbook@gmail.com
It's another virtual school day! Mr. Leverette has sent out the attendance form for your child(ren) to fill out. Please have your child check his or her Gmail account to get the attendance form. Also, teachers will have assignments in their Google Classrooms. Teachers will be available throughout the day if your child needs any assistance.
Please read the Superintendent's Message, which discusses the continuation of 100% virtual instruction for Tuesday and Wednesday. Virtual Parent-Teacher Conferences planned for Thursday have been rescheduled for next Thursday.
Read the letter here: https://5il.co/pmso
Good morning, parents and guardians, Mr. Leverette has sent out the digital attendance form for all students via their Gmail accounts to fill out today. Students will receive a new digital attendance form each day we are virtual or until we return back to campus. Please make sure your child checks his or her Gmail accounts and fills out the new form so they will not be marked absent. Stay safe, warm , an have fun in the snow.
The North Little Rock School District will continue 100% virtual instruction for Monday, February 15, 2021.
Please read the letter from Superintendent Pilewski, which is available at the following link: https://5il.co/pm5u
Stay safe and warm!
NLRMS 7/8 Word Wall: Every week Mr. Cain shares "Word of the Week"! Word of Week : Lucrative: (Adjective) Producing a great deal of wealth, money-making.
Example: Haley wants to have a lucrative career as a famous Youtube star, but she plans on getting her college degree just in case.
Parents and guardians, we want to make sure all of our NLRMS 7/8 students have access to the internet. If your child doesn't have access to the internet please make sure to call 501-771-8200 so we can help you.
Parents and guardians, this is a reminder the virtual attendance link that was sent out this morning from Mr. Leverette needs to be filled out by 2:00pm today. Please check with your middle school student(s) to make sure they have completed their attendance. Students that do not complete the digital form or turn in the paper copy attendance slip will be marked absent for today. **** Students will turn in the paper copy on Monday for Thursday and Friday's attendance*****
Good morning parents and guardians, today will be a virtual learning day. Students will need to check their Google classrooms for all 7 classes. Teachers will be posting assignments and information for the students in their Google Classroom. Students have received an email with a link for their daily attendance from Mr. Leverette. Again, teachers and staff will be available throughout the day to work with students and parents
Please read the Superintendent's Message, which discusses the continuation of 100% virtual instruction for Friday, February 12, 2021.
You can read the letter here: https://5il.co/pk7v
Stay safe, everyone!
The NWEA test will be for students on campus as well as for virtual students. Please make sure your child comes to school daily and is on time.
The following are NWEA test dates:
February 22-23- Reading
February 24-25-Science
March 1-2- Math
March 3-11- Makeups as needed
Good morning parents and guardians, today will be a virtual learning day. Students will need to check their Google classrooms for all 7 classes. Teachers will be posting assignments and information for the students in their Google Classroom. Students will receive an email with a link for their daily attendance from Mr. Leverette by 8:00am. Again,
teachers will be available throughout the day to work with students or answer questions.
Parents and guardians, Interim Reports were handed out today during their first period for students attending on campus. Students attending virtually can get their Interim Reports by logging into their HAC accounts.
Please read the Superintendent's letter, which discusses 100% virtual learning for Thursday, February 11, 2021.
Read the letter here: https://5il.co/piv2
Congratulations to the Quiz Bowl Team from the NLRMS Seventh & Eighth Grade Campus! They scored 5th in the state tournament! We are extremely proud of them!
Parents and guardians,
This week we will have two "Remote Learning" days on February 9th and 11th.
Remote learning days are as follows:
-Students will check the Google Classroom for each of their classes and complete any assignments given.
-If you must send your child to school, transportation will be provided. Students that come to campus will be required to work on their assignments, so they will need to bring their work and Chromebook
-On-campus and virtual students will not have any live or virtual class meetings on those days.
Parent-Teacher Conferences will be from 4:00 pm-7:00 pm virtually on both Tuesday and Thursday night. Sign- up links were sent from your child(s) teachers last Friday.
Parents and guardians, please use the link below to sign up for your child(s) parent-teacher conference. If there isn't a slot to sign up on then please call 501-771-8200 or email your child's teacher directly so they can help assist you.
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1lRM8DXhu9mzwLu0um0yJE4ip15pMZkFxavC7pIl8jcw/present?usp=sharing
Parents and guardians, please use the link below to sign up for your child(s) parent-teacher conference. If there isn't a slot to sign up on then please call 501-771-8200 or email your child's teacher directly so they can help assist you.
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1lRM8DXhu9mzwLu0um0yJE4ip15pMZkFxavC7pIl8jcw/present?usp=sharing
Please read the following message from Superintendent Pilewski. It addresses Remote Learning Days and Parent Teacher Conferences, which are scheduled for next week.
Read the message at the following link: https://5il.co/pcko
Be like Jason, a seventh grader at the North Little Rock Middle School -- Seventh & Eighth Grade Campus. Choose NLRSD!
Register NOW to enroll in our district through School Choice for the 2021-22 school year! Visit nlrsd.org and click on the "School Choice 2021" button on the home page.
The deadline is May 1. Come and join us!
Parents and guardians,
Next week we will have two "Remote Learning" days on February 9th and 11th.
Remote learning days are as follows:
-Students will check the Google Classroom for each of their classes and complete any assignments given.
-If you must send your child to school, transportation will be provided. Students that come to campus will be required to work on their assignments, so they will need to bring their work and Chromebook
-On-campus and virtual students will not have any live or virtual class meetings on those days.
Parent-Teacher Conferences will be from 4:00 pm-7:00 pm virtually on both Tuesday and Thursday night. Please be looking for sign- up links from your child(s) teachers that will be available on Friday.
Parents and guardians,
Next week we will have two "Remote Learning" days on February 9th and 11th.
Remote learning days are as follows:
-Students will check the Google Classroom for each of their classes and complete any assignments given.
-If you must send your child to school, transportation will be provided. Students that come to campus will be required to work on their assignments, so they will need to bring their work and Chromebook
-On-campus and virtual students will not have any live or virtual class meetings those day
Parent-Teacher Conferences will be from 4:00 pm-7:00 pm virtually on both Tuesday and Thursday night. Please be looking for sign up links from your child(s) teachers.
February is Black History Month! We acknowledge the profound history and extraordinary achievements of African Americans. We also recognize the positive role that our African American students and staff play in our schools, our community, and our nation.
It's National School Counseling Week! It's a time to bring attention to the unique contributions of school counselors. We sure have dynamic counselors in the NLRSD!
We couldn't prepare our students for the world without them.
Thank you, counselors!
It's National School Counseling Week! It's a time to bring attention to the unique contributions of school counselors.
We sure have dynamic counselors in the NLRSD! We couldn't prepare our students for the world without them.
Thank you, counselors!
Don’t forget Jan.31st is the last day to order your yearbook. Order online at Balfour.com
Special Message for ALL NLRSD Parents and Guardians: Starting tomorrow, will be a VIRTUAL FRIDAY! Face to Face students will have the option to attend on-campus or virtually EVERY FRIDAY. Face to Face students will enter the building at the normal times. These students will report to the designated area for the day to work on their Virtual Friday Assignments. Both Face to Face students who choose not to attend and Face to Face students who do attend will log into their first-period class to complete their attendance for the day. Students must log in between 8:10 - 12:00 for attendance by filling out the attendance form and completing the assignment. Student's that do NOT have internet access were given an attendance form today that they will need to complete and turn in by 8:30 am on Monday in order for their attendance to be counted as present. Virtual Students will continue to stay virtual for this day and Attendance will be taken from 8:10 - 12:00. Students will log into their virtual classroom and be verified by the teacher. Students will be given the virtual assignment to complete for the day. These Assignments are due by 8:30am the following Monday morning. Transportation Buses will run at normal times. Also, the start of school and ending school times will remain the same.
Students will still need to check all google classrooms for assignments from teachers. No new material will be covered.
The North Little Rock School District is striving to become a "High Reliability School" district within the next three years. This distinction will indicate that we have implemented best practices and procedures to improve student achievement.
A part of this distinction requires our collecting data through research from our stakeholders. We need our families to take this survey to identify areas of strength and areas of need from your perspective.
Please take the survey: https://bit.ly/3iC7PtQ
Thank you for being a part of our district!
Monday morning we will return to face to face instruction at the NLRMS 7th/8th Campus.
Monday morning we will return to face to face instruction at the NLRMS 7th/8th Campus.
Please read the letter from the Superintendent, which discusses the return to face-to-face instruction at North Little Rock Middle School -- Seventh & Eighth Grade Campus and North Little Rock Academy next week.
You can read the letter here: https://5il.co/owi6
Did you miss the virtual Meet and Greet with Superintendent Pilewski? Here's another chance to hear from our leader!
Please join him on Tuesday, January 26, at 5:30 p.m. Listen to him share his background and some of his plans for the North Little Rock School District!
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/96140823274?pwd=aytndGxCZzZzVnFnaWUzR3BLWktyQT09
The North Little Rock Board of Education approved the calendar for the 2021-22 school year. The first day of school will be August 16, 2021, and the last day of the school will be May 27, 2022.
You may view the calendar here: https://5il.co/ovza
Please click on the link to read the Superintendent's letter, which discusses remote learning for students at North Little Rock Middle School -- Seventh & Eighth Grade Campus, beginning tomorrow, Wednesday, January 20, 2021, and Thursday, January 21, 2021: https://5il.co/orbd
The North Little Rock School District will observe the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday on Monday, January 18, 2020. All schools and district offices will be closed.
Thank you for being a part of the North Little Rock School District!
VIRTUAL STUDENTS ONLY—
Next Friday, January 22nd, will be novel pickups for the 2nd semester. It will be from 8-3. Students will receive two novels that they will be reading through their English classes. When you come to pick up the books, please bring the books from the first semester with you to turn in . If students are still reading one of the novels in English, you will turn it in at the end of the year with the two novels you are picking up Friday.
If you have any questions, please let me know by emailing me at richisona@nlrsd.org. If you will be unable to pick your books up next Friday, please email me an alternate date/time that you will be picking them up.
Dear Families,
Welcome back. Tuesday through Thursday will be normal school days for on campus students remaining on campus and virtual students remaining virtual. Students who have indicated a desire to return to campus from virtual will participate virtually Tuesday and Wednesday and then return to campus on Thursday and remain on campus the remainder of the semester. For students who have indicated a desire to move from campus to virtual learning, you may stay home and will be contacted by a school counselor by the end of day tomorrow with specific information. Fridays will continue to be virtual Fridays until the end of Q3. Have a great day.
Parents and guardians, please make sure if your child plans on attending any NLR Basketball games at NLR Arena this season you are present. NLRMS students will not be allowed inside the basketball arena without a responsible adult. Students must also sit with their parent(s) or guardian to adhere to the COVID restrictions set forth by NLRSD.
Track Tryouts!
Please read the letter from Superintendent Pilewski that addresses our COVID-19 numbers and our current instructional models at the following link: https://5il.co/oa5i
Dear Families,
Welcome back. Tuesday through Thursday will be normal school days for on campus students remaining on campus and virtual students remaining virtual. Students who have indicated a desire to return to campus from virtual will participate virtually Tuesday and Wednesday and then return to campus on Thursday and remain on campus the remainder of the semester. For students who have indicated a desire to move from campus to virtual learning, you may stay home and will be contacted by a school counselor by the end of day tomorrow with specific information. Fridays will continue to be virtual Fridays until the end of Q3. Have a great day.
The School Choice period in the North Little Rock School District is taking place now until 5/1! Sign your student up to join us for the 2021-22 school year, even if you live outside of our zone.
From now until 2/15, current NLRSD families who seek special permission to have their students transferred to another school in the NLRSD can complete the process during this time frame as well.
Applications are done online this year! Visit our website, nlrsd.org, and click on "School Choice 2021."
Come and join us! We'll be glad to have you!
Want to be a part of a video competition? Here's your chance!
NLRMS 7/8 TRACK TRYOUTS
Scheduled for January 22nd from 2:00-3:30 pm.
Students must have a current physical on file in order to tryout. Please see attached flyer for more information.
Please read the following communication from Superintendent Pilewski at the link below, which addresses the extension of Virtual Learning Fridays.
https://5il.co/o1kv
Dear Students,
Tomorrow and Thursday will remain virtual learning days. You must log into all 7 class meetings on time with your camera on for the duration of the class period or you will be counted absent. You should also check the Google Classroom for all of your classes to look for any new assignments. Please note that this is different than "Virtual Friday".
Please read a message from Superintendent Pilewski at the link below, which addresses remote learning for students at the Center of Excellence, North Little Rock High School, and North Little Rock Middle School -- Seventh & Eighth Grade Campus.
https://5il.co/ntdj
If you’d like to order a school spirit shirt, hoodie or scarf, you may do so by using the following link: https://nlrmspta.new.memberhub.store/store
The deadline to order is January 8th.
If you’d rather print the form and send it to school with your child, please use the following link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NcIsrWlLsTI3OMmzuTlY07DUQ0S98zIfBJUzjL_uBNE/edit
The North Little Rock School District has made a temporary and immediate change to its Point of Contact (POC) position for staff, students, and parents to report positive COVID-19 cases and to serve as the district’s liaison to the Arkansas Department of Health.
Nurse Tonya Green will serve as the district’s POC from now until further notice. Nurse Tonya or another school nurse will manage the district’s COVID-19 hotline. The number to the hotline is (501) 240-1753. The hotline will be operational between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Anyone who calls the hotline after 8:00 p.m. is urged to leave a voicemail, and the call will be returned the following day. If it is an emergency, please call 911.
The survey to make changes for your academic learning option for the spring semester will be Wednesday, December 9 at 5:00 p.m.
Please complete the survey if you would like one of the following academic options:
1. Virtual now and want to remain virtual for spring 2021.
2. Virtual now and want to return to your campus for spring 2021.
3. On campus now and want to be virtual for spring 2021.
This is the link to the survey: https://tinyurl.com/yy62ugq7
Parents will need to log in with their student's email and password to access survey.
Congratulations to the Seventh & Eighth Grade Campus Quiz Bowl Team! They placed 10th out of 25 teams in their first tournament over the weekend!
The team is made up of the following:
8th graders -- Lillie Ballany, Sean Beck, Isabela Benson, Paul Haustein, Eli Lancaster, Caitlin Roberts, and Nicholas Sela.
7th graders -- Ari Baker, Daniel Hallum, Kekoa How, Caroline Jones, and JD Smith.
Melanie Holmes and Aaron Watson serve as the coaches.
Congratulations to the Seventh & Eighth Grade Campus Quiz Bowl Team! They placed 10th out of 24 teams in their first tournament over the weekend!
The team is made up of the following:
8th graders -- Lillie Ballany, Sean Beck, Isabela Benson, Paul Haustein, Eli Lancaster, Caitlin Roberts, and Nicholas Sela.
7th graders -- Ari Baker, Daniel Hallum, Kekoa How, Caroline Jones, and JD Smith.
Melanie Holmes and Aaron Watson serve as the coaches.
The North Little Rock School District has adopted new COVID-19 guidelines as it relates to quarantines.
Please visit the following link to read them: https://tinyurl.com/y54496gc
Parents if your child is attending face to face and plans on attending virtually for the 2nd Semester then please fill out this form. If your child is attending virtually and wants to switch to face to face then please fill out the survey. https://sites.google.com/nlrsd.org/nlrvirtualacademy/home
Virtual students that had their school picture made can pick up their school pictures on Friday, December 4th from 8:30am-2:30pm and by appointment only on Monday, December 7th. If you have any questions please call 501-771-8200.
Join in the Christmas fun at 11:30 am today as our choir sings as our orchestra plays wonderful Christmas and Holiday songs.
https://fb.me/e/1KVMtD1Bs
The NLRMS 7/8 Yearbook is now ON SALE!! Don't miss your chance to purchase your copy! See attached order form or order online at balfour.com. If you have any questions, please email ashcraftpadillaa@nlrsd.org.
Superintendent Gregory J. Pilewski is urging students, employees, and the community to practice safety over the Thanksgiving holiday break.
WATCH: https://youtu.be/FVNL6oOdBy0
To reach the district's COVID Point of Contact over the break, please call (501) 240-1753.
Internet services have been restored. Thank you for your patience.
Please read the following communication from Superintendent Gregory J. Pilewski, Ed.D.
Good evening parents and guardians, this message is to let you know that Interim reports were handed out today for our on campus students. Interims for both face to face and virtual students have been uploaded into the NLRSD Home Access Center (HAC) for all of our students, parents and guardians to view by logging into your HAC account and clicking the grades tab at the top.
As part of a coordinated response to the COVID-19 Pandemic, the Division of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), in partnership with the Office for Education Policy (OEP) at the University of Arkansas, has developed a Parent/Guardian survey for soliciting family input on what is working now and what may be considered for the future.
Please take the survey: https://uark.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6X7aRF3ErNNXFel
Please read the following message from Gregory J. Pilewski, Ed.D., Superintendent of the North Little Rock School District.
Seventh Grade Track tryouts will be held at NLRMS on 12/4, beginning at 2:00 pm. Eighth Grade Track tryouts will be held at NLRMS on 12/11, beginning at 2:00 pm.
Anyone interested must have a current sports physical on file in the Athletic Director's Office.
Parents and Guardians- NLRMS 7/8 Campus will be using Edgenuity during 1st period Advisory time and during virtual Friday's. Students will log on by going in through their Clever account and using their NLRSD Google username and password and logon to their assignments. Edgenuity is designed to help students with any deficiencies they may have in Math and Reading based on their NWEA scores. We would love your help and support in working with our students.
Parents and Guardians of Virtual Students attending NLRMS 7/8 campus. Please remember to complete this mandatory survey if you have not done so as it is where you will indicate whether your child is to remain virtual or return to campus in January. The survey must be completed by November 8th in order for you child to attend face to face in January. This survey is also required even if you intend to remain virtual for planning purposes. You can click on the link below or can find the link by going to the NLRMS District Website as well and Facebook page. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScGEjSThPS9HAQR18EOW0Cfsmh5tVdYy8EdEomPmqP5L6CSBA/viewform
November is Parent Engagement Month!
Look for the sign below at your child's school, take a picture, and upload it to your Facebook page with #NLRSDParentsMatter.
Do the Math: Parents (Family) + Teachers (School/Community) = Student Success!
NLRMS 7/8 November 2020 Newsletter
https://www.smore.com/rc510
As part of our new partnership with BSN Sports, you can purchase NLR apparel at a discounted rate!
Be sure to use the promo code GRANDOPENING20 at checkout.
Link: http://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/arkansas/northlittlerock/north-little-rock-high-school
October 29th Virtual Attendance has been sent out to all students. Please make sure your child fills out the online Google form or completes the paper copy of the form (if they are face to face students without internet)to turn in on Monday, November 2nd. Students must submit their online attendance before 12:30 pm.
Caught Being United for Student Success!
Interim Superintendent Keith McGee, Ed.D., along with district and building-level administrators, are popping up on staff members caught in the act of going above and beyond to ensure our students are successful.
Today's visits included surprising Dina Dallas, Lead Cafeteria Professional at North Little Rock Middle School; the MCL Team at North Little Rock Middle School - Sixth Grade Campus; and Stacy Smith, Curriculum Interventionist at Seventh Street Elementary. They each received a certificate and a monetary gift.
This is U.S.: United for Student Success!
Virtual Parent Teacher Conference sign-up page: Please click on the link below to be taken to the NLRMS Virtual Parent Teacher Conference Page. If you don't see your child's teacher on the page then please email that teacher directly to set-up a virtual conference.
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vQHhY-eShsXCbR5UE33HDFdzlluStTjGHZskLL4_53uKmSytgC9E8i4aasXDMZMsRy-0eeq3PyRCARM/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=60000
October is National Principals Month! We salute you, Mr. Cain, the principal at North Little Rock Middle School - Seventh & Eighth Grade Campus.
Thank you for your leadership! We appreciate your service to the students, staff, and community!
Reminder that tomorrow October 27th and October 29th students will not be on campus due to parent teacher conferences. Parent teacher conferences will be held virtually and will start at 4:00 pm and will end at 7:00pm both nights. Please make sure to contact your child's teacher to set up a conference time.
Parents and Students,
Attendance will be take on Tuesday, October 27th, Thursday, October 29th, and Friday October 30th. All students on campus will receive a color coded attendance slip for each virtual day that must be filled out by the student, signed by the parent and returned back to their 1st period teacher if they do not use the online attendance form. Please be looking for these slips over the next few days. There will not be any Google meets during the virtual days.
VIRTUAL STUDENTS ONLY! Your picture day is Monday, October 26th. We would love to give you the opportunity to have your school picture taken as well. Plus, we need your picture for the yearbook. On October 26th, please come to the lobby of the school auditorium between 9 am to 2 pm. Social distancing protocols will be enforced.
October 27 and October 29 will be observed as Remote Learning and Parent Teacher Conference days. Students will NOT report to school. Instead, they must log on for live instruction. Parent-Teacher Conference will be virtual and will take place from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on both days. Contact your child's school to schedule a meeting with their teacher.
REVISED Special Message to ALL NLRSD Parents and Guardians: Beginning tomorrow, Friday, October 23, through December 18, students will have the option of attending campus or virtually EVERY FRIDAY. Face-to-face students will enter the building at normal times. These students will report to the designated area during the day to work on their Virtual Friday Assignments. Both face-to-face students who choose not to attend and face-to-face students who do attend will enter their first Google class period which will meet between 8:10 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. to assist by completing the attendance form and completing homework. Students who do NOT have internet access received a pink piece of paper today that they must complete and return by 8:30 am on Monday for their attendance to be counted as present. Virtual students will remain virtual during this day and attendance will be taken from 8:10 to 12:00. Students will enter their virtual classroom and will be verified by the teacher. Students will receive virtual assignments to complete during the day. These assignments are due at 8:30 am the following Monday morning. Transportation Buses will run normal hours. In addition, the start and end times of the classes will remain the same. Students still have to go through all Google classrooms to see teacher assignments. No new material will be covered.
Mensaje especial REVISADO para TODOS los padres y tutores de NLRSD: A partir de mañana viernes 23 de octubre al 18 de diciembre, los estudiantes tendrán la opción de asistir al campus o virtualmente TODOS LOS VIERNES. Los estudiantes cara a cara entrarán al edificio en horarios normales. Estos estudiantes se reportarán al área designada durante el día para trabajar en sus Asignaciones de Viernes Virtuales. Tanto los estudiantes presenciales que eligen no asistir como los estudiantes presenciales que sí asisten ingresarán a su primer período de clases de Google que se reunirá entre las 8:10 a.m. y las 12:00 p.m. para asistir completando el formulario de asistencia y completando la tarea. Los estudiantes que NO tienen acceso a Internet recibieron hoy una hoja de papel rosa que deben completar y devolver antes de las 8:30 am del lunes para que su asistencia se cuente como presente. Los estudiantes virtuales seguirán siendo virtuales durante este día y la asistencia se tomará de 8:10 a 12:00. Los estudiantes ingresarán a su aula virtual y serán verificados por el profesor. Los estudiantes recibirán tareas virtuales para completar durante el día. Estas asignaciones vencen a las 8:30 am del siguiente lunes por la mañana. Transporte Los autobuses funcionarán en horario normal. Además, las horas de inicio y finalización de las clases seguirán siendo las mismas. Los estudiantes aún deben pasar por todas las aulas de Google para ver las asignaciones de los maestros. No se cubrirá ningún material nuevo.
Buenas noches, padres y tutores, consulte con su (s) hijo (s) sobre su boleta de calificaciones. Todos los estudiantes que asistieron al sitio recibieron sus boletas de calificaciones el martes 20 de octubre. Los estudiantes virtuales pueden ver sus boletas de calificaciones iniciando sesión en su cuenta HAC y haciendo clic en la pestaña de la boleta de calificaciones. También recuerde que las Conferencias Virtuales de Padres y Maestros se llevarán a cabo el martes 27 de octubre y el jueves 29 de octubre. Todos los estudiantes serán virtuales en esos dos días.
Good evening parents and guardians please check with your child(ren) regarding their reports card. All students attending onsite received their report cards on Tuesday, October 20th. Virtual students can view their report cards by logging into their HAC account and clicking on the report card tab. Also remember Virtual Parent Teacher Conferences will be held on Tuesday, October 27th and Thursday, October 29th. All students will be virtual on those two days.
The North Little Rock School District is striving to become a "High Reliability School" district within the next three years. This distinction will indicate that we have implemented best practices and procedures to improve student achievement. A part of this distinction requires our collecting data through research from our stakeholders. We need our families to take this survey to identify areas of strength and areas of need from your perspective.
Please take the survey at the following link: https://hanover-research.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eWnFsOgqyTbwtpz?group=nonstudent
Thank you for being a part of our district!
October 26th - Picture Day for Virtual Students and make -up day for face to face students.
El día de la fotografía virtual es el lunes 26 de octubre. NLRMS anima a todos los estudiantes virtuales a que se tomen fotografías del otoño / anuario. Los estudiantes virtuales deberán ir directamente al vestíbulo del gran auditorio entre las 9:00 am y las 2:00 pm. Los estudiantes virtuales serán evaluados antes de ingresar al edificio y deben usar una máscara en todo momento a menos que estén siendo fotografiados. No se proporcionará transporte.
También se realizarán fotografías de maquillaje el lunes 26 de octubre. Los estudiantes serán llamados por su apellido y grado durante el día por el intercomunicador.
Virtual Picture Day is Monday, October 26th. NLRMS encourages all virtual students to have their fall/yearbook pictures taken. Virtual students will need to come directly to the lobby of the large auditorium between 9:00 am and 2:00 pm. Virtual students will be screened before entering the building and must wear a mask at all times unless they are being photographed. Transportation will not be provided.
Make up pictures will also be conducted on Monday, October 26th. Students will be called out by last name and grade during the day over the intercom.
Mensaje para enviar a los padres:
Estudiantes de instruccion presencial tendrán la opción de asistir en el campus o virtualmente TODOS LOS VIERNES.
Los estudiantes cara a cara entrarán al edificio en los horarios normales. Estos estudiantes se reportarán al área designada durante el día para trabajar en sus Asignaciones de Viernes Virtuales. Tanto los estudiantes cara a cara que eligen no asistir como los estudiantes cara a cara que sí asisten iniciarán sesión en su primer período de clases de Google se reúnen entre las 8:10 y las 8:20 para asistir. Los estudiantes recibirán la tarea virtual para completar durante el día. Estas asignaciones se tienen que entregar a las 8:30 am del lunes siguiente por la mañana.
Los estudiantes virtuales seguirán siendo virtuales durante este día. La asistencia se tomará de 8:10 a 8:20. Los estudiantes ingresarán a su salón de clases virtual y serán verificados por el maestro. Los estudiantes recibirán la tarea virtual para completar durante el día. Estas asignaciones se entregaran a las 8:30 am del lunes siguiente por la mañana.
Transporte
Los autobuses funcionarán en horarios normales. Además, el horario de inicio y fin de clases seguirá siendo el mismo.
Special Message for ALL NLRSD Parents and Guardians:
Friday October 23rd- December 18th Face to Face students will have the option to attend on campus or virtually EVERY FRIDAY.
Face to Face students will enter the building at the normal times. These students will report to the designated area for the day to work on their Virtual Friday Assignments. Both Face to Face students who choose not to attend and Face to Face students who do attend will log into their first period class google meets between 8:10 - 8:20 for attendance. Students will be given the virtual assignment to complete for the day. These Assignments are due by 8:30am the following Monday morning.
Virtual Students will continue to stay virtual for this day. Attendance will be taken from 8:10 - 8:20. Students will log into their virtual classroom and be verified by the teacher. Students will be given the virtual assignment to complete for the day. These Assignments are due by 8:30am the following Monday morning.
Transportation
Buses will run at normal times. Also the start of school and ending school times will remain the same.
Virtual Friday's start Friday, October 23rd- December 18th. Please call 501-771-8200 if you have any questions.
Students and staff across the district are wearing red today to bring awareness to dyslexia. October is Dyslexia Awareness Month!
Dear Students and Parents,
Everyone must fill out this survey unless you are an on campus student who wishes to remain on campus. This survey asks if in January you want to return to campus, stay virtual, or move to virtual from on campus. Please consult with parents and complete this as soon as possible. This survey can only be accessed through your child's NLRSD Google account.
Topic: NLRMS General PTA Meeting
Time: Oct 13, 2020 06:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84872816362
Parents,
This survey is to declare your academic option for the spring semester. Please complete this survey if your student is virtual and wish to remain virtual, virtual and would like to return to school, or at school and would like to go virtual. The survey will close on November 9th.
• You will need to complete a different survey for each of your students.
• You will need to login with their google ID and password (The same email address and password used to log into Google Classroom and/or onto the Chromebook).
English: https://tinyurl.com/y4x7upv7
Spanish: https://tinyurl.com/y6r59mpa
Join us on Friday, October 16, as we wear red for Dyslexia Awareness Month!
Link to the 2020 Virtual Homecoming Assembly
https://drive.google.com/file/d/11RfLyPTGQXl12vKBUaQNQS4mOAi4v0wC/view?usp=sharing
Congratulations to all the Homecoming Maids! A special thanks to all our talented students that shared your wonderful gift with all of us.
The North Little Rock School District is striving to become a "High Reliability School" district within the next three years. This distinction will indicate that we have implemented best practices and procedures to improve student achievement.
A part of this distinction requires our collecting data through research from our stakeholders. We need our families to take this survey to identify areas of strength and areas of need from your perspective.
Please take the survey at the following link: https://tinyurl.com/y6c2yqm3
Thank you for being a part of our district!
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. The North Little Rock School District is recognizing this month with a series of initiatives to make our students and families aware of dyslexia and the services that we provide.
https://tinyurl.com/y5fvw4mr
We have been approved to have Virtual Learning Fridays! This will begin on 10/23.
In summary, attending school on Fridays is optional. Students enrolled in face-to-face instruction will have the option of completing assignments either in person or at home. Virtual students will complete assignments as normal. These assignments will be completed asynchronously, which means there will be no live instruction. No new material will be introduced. Attendance will still be taken.
Please read additional information about Virtual Learning Fridays at the following link: https://tinyurl.com/yyt25zzv
Picture Day is Friday, October 2nd for FACE TO FACE STUDENTS Students will be taking pictures through their Social Studies class. Please go to the website or the Facebook page to see the picture package.
October 2020 Newsletter is full of wonderful events! Make sure to mark your calendar so you can be apart of it all. Click the link below to go directly to the newsletter.
https://www.smore.com/5dea9
Good evening parents, guardians, and students. This message is to remind all of our virtual students the following virtual expectations:
1. All students have 7 virtual classes and must attend all 7of their virtual classes daily. NO student has fewer than 7 classes
2. Students must log in to each class using their first and last names. Teachers will not accept students that use nicknames to try an enter.
3. Students must have their computer camera turned on at all times so the student's face can be seen for the entire class period. Failure to turn on your camera will result in the student being marked absent for that class period.
Picture Day is Friday, October 2nd for FACE TO FACE STUDENTS
Students will be taking pictures through their Social Studies class. Picture forms will be sent home this week.
Please see attached photos for online ordering, packages, and pricing.
VIRTUAL STUDENTS ONLY! Your picture day is Monday, October 26th.
We would love to give you the opportunity to have your school picture taken as well. Plus, we need your picture for the yearbook.
On October 26th, please come to the lobby of the school auditorium between 9 am to 2 pm.
Social distancing protocols will be enforced.
Greg Pilewski, the incoming Superintendent of the North Little Rock School District, will begin his role on November 1.
Please view his message to students, staff, parents, and the community: https://youtu.be/Zajw08ZbNgI
Good evening NLRMS 7/8 parents and guardians. We are off to a great start for the 2020-2021 school year. The attendance office wants to remind parents that all doctor's notes or parent notes must be turned into the front office or emailed to prospert@nlrsd.org within 5 days of the absences in order for it to be marked excused. You can check your child's daily attendance by logging into the Homes Access Center. Please call the front office if you have any questions or need your HAC information. (501-771-8200)
ATTENTION ATTENTION!!!
Please click the link to purchase NLR spirit shirts and NLRMS PTA memberships!
https://nlrmspta.new.memberhub.store/store
Good evening parents, we need your help this year in reaching our PTA membership goa. This year Mr. Cain has challenged NLRMS 7/8 campus to reach the goal of 100% participation from our families and our staff members. Please go to the NLRMS 7/8 Facebook page or the NLRMS 7/8 website to find the link to join. GO CATS!
The North Little Rock School District will once again host flu clinics at each of its schools. See the schedule below.
Virtual students can take vaccine at their assigned school at the times listed.
This message is for NLRMS Virtual Academy students. Starting on Monday, September 21, 2020 virtual classes will resume using Google meets. Please make sure to log into all classes daily to avoid being counted absent.
We're reaching out to our students who have not come to school or have not logged on. Call your school today and decide which option is right for you!
Check out this message from students across the district: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5RIVyD40Bc
We're waiting...
NWEA Testing is on the following dates for both face to face and virtual students.
Science: September 14th - 15th
Math: September 17th - 18th
Reading September 22nd - 23rd.
Students-
Because of bandwidth issues on the 7/8 campus, we are not able to have Google Meets during NWEA testing.
Please read this carefully:
The only Google Meet you need to attend on 9/15 and 9/16 is your science class, so you can test. You will still have assignments posted in your other classes that you will be responsible for completing and you can contact your teachers via email to ask questions.
The only Google Meet that you will attend on 9/17 and 9/18 is your math class to take the NWEA-same thing applies on those days, you will still have assignments posted in your other classes that you will be responsible for completing and you can contact your teachers via email to ask questions.
Stayed tuned for more information about next week.
--
Dr. Brouke Reynolds
North Little Rock School District
Virtual Academy Director
Technology Instructional Facilitator
District Testing Coordinator
501.906.3839-phone HS
In District Extension 1834
501.771.8200-phone MS
501.771.8123-fax
https://sites.google.com/nlrsd.org/broukereynolds/
Virtual Students:
It is time to hold Student Council Elections. For students interested in running for an officer’s position or for class representative, starting Monday, September 21 through Thursday, September 24 students can email Mrs. McMahan at mcmahane@nlrsd.org and provide her with their first and last name and the position they would like to run for. Once sign ups are completed, she will set up a Google Classroom for each candidate to join. This is where the procedures and expectations for running and for each position will be listed and explained. The positions available are the following:
8th grade:
President
Vice President
Secretary
Historian
Class Representative
7th grade:
Class Representative
Please take a look at our safety procedures as it relates to attending our sporting events this fall. We have implemented changes to ensure the safety of our students, staff, and fans.
If you're interested in attending football games, tickets will be sold on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the ticket booth on the home side. We will have limited seating, so you make the decision as soon as possible if you plan on attending.
Tickets for volleyball games will be sold at the door starting one hour before the first game. JV and middle school game tickets will be sold on both sides of the stadium one hour before kickoff of the first game.
https://www.nlrsd.org/article/304249?org=central-office
Middle school students and parents -- tonight is your night!
Have questions about virtual learning? We hope to see you tonight! Also, if you missed the elementary session on last night, feel free to come tonight. See you there!
Have questions about virtual learning? Mark your calendar for training sessions on navigating the Virtual Academy! See you there!
Remember, there will be no school Monday. Monday is Labor Day. In addition, there will be no meal curbside pickup on Monday for students enrolled in Virtual Academy. That service will resume Tuesday from 11a to 1p.
Have a safe holiday weekend!
Parents and students if you are still having trouble getting logged into your virtual classrooms please call 501-771-8200 so we can help you. Attendance counts for each class period.
Virtual School Bell Schedule is below:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/15pCA_xZ_p1Jfanzto-gAT3lu9-LtRggSwmvpWrSAu3Q/edit
Class Codes Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rb80PGHiTjDII8nLpuG4yoVe7YxaMQpo8mX4Lmocf0Q/edit#heading=h.dogt5m9z9poj
How to log in HAC
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GhvOrehlpoIg8gx59PA64PNITbjDfr1Bc8kTsXg0_k8/edit
Hurricane Laura is expected to bring inclement weather to Arkansas. As a result, the North Little Rock School District will end classes early on Thursday.
Elementary: 1:00 p.m.
Middle: 1:50 p.m.
High: 2:30 p.m.
All after school events scheduled for tomorrow have been postponed. Central Office will close at 3:00 p.m.
We will communicate on tomorrow about our plans to hold classes on Friday.
As it relates to early dismissal tomorrow, students enrolled in the Virtual Academy will adhere to the class times given by their teachers.
Thank you for being a part of our district!
Please read the following communiqué from Dr. Keith McGee at the following link: https://5il.co/k8od
Mark your calendar for tryouts at NLRMS!
7th Grade Girls: 9/1
7th Grade Boys: 9/3-9/4
8th Grade Girls: 9/2
8th Grade Boys: 8/31
Tryouts will take place in the Lower Gym at 4 p.m. You must wear a mask! You must have a consent form and physical on file.
The wheels on the bus will be rolling on Monday!
Click on the link to see bus routes and to read the Transportation Guidelines. Masks are required!
https://tinyurl.com/y32ngdpu
Students enrolled in the Virtual Academy can take part in the curbside meal service at their respective school (except Pike View) beginning on Monday. This will take place every Monday. Students will receive a meal box containing a week's worth of breakfast and lunch. Staff will place food in trunk.
Proof of enrollment is required. The meals are free for EVERY student in the district.
Students enrolled in the Virtual Academy can take part in the curbside meal service at their respective school (except Pike View) beginning on Monday. Students will receive a meal box containing a week's worth of breakfast and lunch. Staff will place food in trunk.
Proof of enrollment is required. The meals are free for EVERY student in the district.
Students enrolled in the Virtual Academy can take part in the curbside meal service at their respective school (except Pike View) beginning on Monday. Students will receive a meal box containing a week's worth of breakfast and lunch. Staff will place food in trunk.
Proof of enrollment is required. The meals are free for EVERY student in the district.
Tina Lee, NLR PTA Council President, pens a letter, encouraging families to join the PTA units at our schools. Your support will be appreciated!
The NLRSD Transportation Department would like to collect some information to help them make the best decisions about routes and to make sure drivers can get students to and from school in a safe and timely manner. If you will NOT be riding the bus, please ignore this survey.
Survey Link: https://forms.gle/A3Y8PFWQ7AeFZNsk9
For questions, please contact the NLRSD Transportation Department at (501) 340-5150.
Thank you for being a part of the North Little Rock School District!
Please see the following Virtual Open House Schedule for those students who are attending the Virtual Academy.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yfgLQLkuKpq25KgeYGt84hrjGyQMWF_rFxE7peG26bE/edit
Make plans to log on to the Virtual Open House on next week. This Virtual Open House is to get information for those STUDENTS ENROLLED IN THE VIRTUAL ACADEMY.
Click on the following link to get dates and times for the open house: https://tinyurl.com/y2s8xllw
The NLR Board of Education voted to approve new start and end times for our schools. The times are as follows:
Elementary: 7:50 a.m.-2:35 p.m.
Middle: 8:10 a.m.-3:25 p.m.
High: 8:40 a.m.-3:55 p.m.
Pre-K times will remain the same: 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Schools will open to students who ride buses first. The following are drop off times for students who drive, walk, or are dropped off.
Elementary: 7:20 a.m.
Middle: 7:40 a.m.
High: 7:55 a.m.
Good evening,
Students who are enrolled in the virtual academy at NLRMS 7/8 Campus will be able to pick up their chromebook and first two novels for the semester Monday, August 17th and Tuesday, August 18th from 8:00-12:00 and 1:00-3:00 each day. Please remain in your car and a staff member will be out to assist you.
Last night, the North Little Rock Board of Education voted not to mandate the uniform policy for the 2020-2021 school year. Our elementary and middle school students wear uniforms.
We know that some families have already purchased uniforms for the new school year. Feel free to send your student to school in that apparel.
We understand that many of our families have been negatively affected by this pandemic and are unable to purchase uniforms for their students. Please be aware that teachers and administrators will expect students to report to school in presentable, distraction-free attire. Those who do not will be subject to disciplinary actions.
Thank you for being a part of the North Little Rock School District.
Please see the following link(s) to read about our transportation guidelines as we prepare for a new school year.
English: https://5il.co/j9il
Spanish: https://5il.co/j9im
Congratulations to the 7th Grade Volleyball teams!
Blue Team: 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 11, 15, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 28, 29 and 30
Gold Team: 1, 3, 6, 10, 12, 14, 19, 20, 21, 22, 25, 26, 27, 32 and 33
Per the directives from yesterday's news conference, the North Little Rock School District will offer the traditional, five-day blended learning option and a 100% virtual learning option.
If you want your child to participate in our Virtual Academy, the deadline to register the student is Friday, August 7 at noon. This is one form per child. For instance, if you have two children who will participate in the Virtual Academy, then you must complete two forms. And so on.
https://forms.gle/LU5Q2daxz9yyoYMe9
If you have already registered your student(s), thank you.
Please read the latest communication from Dr. McGee as it relates to the reopening of schools.
https://5il.co/j699
These are the dates and times each campus will distribute chromebooks for those who indicated that they would need a device for the Virtual Academy.
Please remain in your vehicle and allow school staff to bring devices to you to ensure this is an orderly and safe process.
See link to view the school supply list for students attending the Seventh & Eighth Grade Campus.
https://5il.co/j3gc
Save the date! Basketball tryouts at NLRMS! Reach out to the Athletic Office at 771-8153 if you have any questions.
Please see the latest communication from Interim Superintendent Keith McGee, Ed.D., about fall sports.
https://5il.co/izn8
Cross Country Tryouts Schedule
8/17: 7th Grade Girls
8/18: 7th Grade Boys
8/19: 9th- 12th Grade Girls and Boys
8/20: 8th Grade Girls and Boys
All tryouts will be held at the NLRMS Track beginning at 3:30 pm. Anyone interested in trying out must have a current sports physical and consent forms on file. If needed, forms can be found on the District website. Once completed email them to sartinm@nlrsd.org and brownd@nlrsd.org
You MUST email Coach D. Brown your name, grade, ID# and parent contact information PRIOR to the tryout date.
You must maintain social distancing when possible and wear a mask!
Contact Coach D. Brown at brownd@nlrsd.org if you have any questions.
Beginning today, 7th & 8th Grade football practice will be held from 9a-11a at the NLRMS football field. Transportation will not be provided.
School supply lists are now available. You'll find lists for elementary students and for students who are enrolled in the Virtual Academy.
https://www.nlrsd.org/school-supply-lists
NLRMS Volleyball Tryouts will be August 4-7 in the Upper Gym.
7th graders: 10:30a-noon
8th graders: 12:15p-1:45p.
Masks and current physicals are required to attend.
For questions, please call the NLRSD Athletic Office at 771-8153.
NLRMS Boys Basketball Tryouts
8th Grade: August 31
7th Grade: September 3
Tryouts will start immediately after school is dismissed.
Anyone interested in trying out for the teams must have a current sports physical on file in the Athletic Office. For questions, call the Athletic Office at 771-8153.
The last day to sign up for the Virtual Academy is this Friday, July 31st. This is a semester long commitment. To sign up for the Virtual Academy, please use the links below. One is in English and the other is in Spanish.
English: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScuR39LHjK9UuLOtOvRYPz3F52Do8bWhw8HGtbpU2z1h5Sn3w/viewform?usp=sf_link
Spanish: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-qjqc0nDklZzQNoGmPF2bv0q_Iln8u9XBmM-uIXT1blK52w/viewform?usp=sf_link
Important information! Please call (501) 202-1540 for questions.
Any 7th or 8th grade girl looking to join the volleyball team must attend practice on 7/27, 7/28, and 7/29 in the NLRMS Upper Gym.
7th grade: 10:30a-12p
8th grade: 12:15p-1:30p
Participants must have a current physical and consent forms signed and on file in the Athletic Office.
NLRMS 7/8 Grade July 2020 Newsletter
Please click on the link below to gain access to the newsletter
https://www.smore.com/pvryg
Ninth Grade and Varsity Dance Team tryouts will be August 4, 5, and 7 at the NLRHS Auxiliary Gym from 1p-4p.
Clinic days will be held on the 4th and 5th. Masks are required! Participants are asked to wear workout clothes and tennis shoes. All physicals MUST be updated in order for you to participate.
Questions? Contact Chelsea Hale at
halec@nlrsd.org
Please click on the link below to read the latest memo from Dr. Keith McGee, the Interim Superintendent of the North Little Rock School District.
https://5il.co/if2v
NLRMS Basketball Tryouts will be held after the new school year starts. No definite date has been scheduled at this time.
Please read the following memo from Dr. Keith McGee, the Interim Superintendent of the North Little Rock School District.
The Pandemic EBT cards are now being mailed to families that qualify. Please contact Tammy Phillips at phillipst@nlrsd.org or 771-8088 to see if your household qualifies.
Visit the link for more info on those cards: https://www.nlrsd.org/article/257656?org=central-office
"Cupcake and Conversations" will be held tomorrow at 6 p.m. and can be viewed on our Facebook page to accommodate the high number of attendees. We will record it and post on our website if you're unable to watch in real time.
Join us as we share our plans and the preventative measures we'll be taking to reopen school next month.
See you there!
ATTENTION: Visit link below for information about physicals for athletes in the North Little Rock School District. For more information, contact Nurse Mandy Stuckey at stuckeya@nlrsd.org.
Link: https://tinyurl.com/yb6twsxm
Summer school families, it's time to turn in chrome books! Staff will be at Central Office, located at 2400 Willow Street, beginning today through Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., to collect devices.
Attention, everyone! The links below will take you to the latest information as it relates to returning to school in the fall. Communication is available in English and Spanish.
Please keep in mind that there could be changes because our district will adhere to the guidance of the Arkansas Department of Health, the Arkansas Department of Education, and the Governor's Office.
Remember that you can send concerns to parentengagement@nlrsd.org. If you have not done so already, please make sure you select the instructional delivery of your child for the fall. The deadline is July 2.
English: https://tinyurl.com/y7w2cpyh
Spanish: https://tinyurl.com/yb2a7c9d
The NLRSD Reopening Task Force would like your input as it relates to opening school in the fall. Please complete the feedback form at the link below and provide the question(s) or concern(s) that you may have.
https://tinyurl.com/yd5qwe7v
Mark your calendar for the virtual edition of "Cupcakes and Conversations," taking place on July 9 at 6 p.m.
Zoom access information will be sent to the email address you have on file.
For questions, contact Crystal Barker at barkerc@nlrsd.org.
We are preparing to begin Returning Student Registration. Our new registration program allows you to easily update any information and to verify your child will be attending the North Little Rock School District for the 20-21 school year. Registration log-in instructions will be sent to your email on Monday, June 15. You will receive this email if your guardian email address is updated in HAC. For help updating your guardian email, visit nlrsd.org, click on the Registration tab, and watch the videos on how to do this.
Please help us make sure you receive timely information by updating your email address in HAC.
The NLR Board of Education will hold a series of virtual community input meetings this week as they look to name the next Superintendent of Schools.
Below is a REVISED schedule of the meetings.
You can find the Zoom information here: https://tinyurl.com/y8jcrf96
The NLR Board of Education is seeking community input on the desired qualities and characteristics in the next Superintendent of Schools.
Please take the survey at the following link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VSW5396
The survey will be available until June 22.
Please TURN IN your Chromebook today from 9:00-10:45 am.
Tuesday and Wednesday from 8:30-10:45 am
LAST CHANCE to pick up your NLRMS 7/8 yearbooks will be Monday, June 1st from 10am-12pm. The school office is closing for the summer. Any yearbooks not picked up on June 1st will be held until the office reopens in August.
LAST CHANCE to pick up your NLRMS 7/8 yearbooks will be Monday, June 1st from 10am-12pm. The school office is closing for the summer. Any yearbooks not picked up on June 1st will be held until the office reopens in August.
Parents, Guardians & Grandparents, you are wanted. Mrs. Gilmer is working on setting up the 2020-2021 Parent Involvement Committee for NLRMS 7/8 campus. See flyer for contact information!
YEARBOOKS ARE HERE! Please come by this Thursday or Friday from 9am-11am to pick up your yearbooks (table will be set up outside). There will be a VERY limited amount of extra yearbooks for sale. The cost is $35 (cash/check only) and they will be sold on a first come, first served basis.
We will have another drop off starting Tuesday, May 26 through Friday, May 29th from 8:30- 11:00. We will be collecting textbooks, library books and chromebooks. Please make sure to get any checked out items turned in to avoid unwanted fees added to your student account. All items will be collected at North Little Rock Middle School 7/8 campus for our 7th and 8th grade students.
Attention! If your parent attended the spirit group tryout meeting and submitted the proper forms back in March, please check your student email for additional information.
For more information, contact Missy Sela at selam@nlrsd.org
If you are a 7th or 8th grade student, please turn in your Chromebook today or tomorrow from 8:30 am-10:30 am. Collection is taking place at NLRMS 7/8 campus near the front office.
If you checked out a Chromebook from North Little Rock Middle School 7/8 campus tomorrow will be the last day to turn in your device from 8:30-10:30 am.
If your child(ren) has been assigned summer school then they have until May 28th to complete their work and turn in their device(s) on May 29th.
Yearbook Update: The publisher (Balfour) who prints our yearbooks is in TX which is under "shelter in place" orders until May 15th. If they are allowed to open on the 15th, we are one of the first schools in line to be printed. When yearbooks arrive, a date/time will be announced for a drive-thru style pick up. The current "guesstimate" for distribution is the first week of June.
Next week, schools will begin the process of collecting Chromebooks and library books and will also be returning school supplies. Please look for announcements from your child's school as it relates to dates and times that you can return and pick up items. You may find announcements on their child's school Facebook page or Google classroom.
Please check with your teachers if you have any questions.
La próxima semana, las escuelas comenzarán el proceso de recolección de Chromebooks y libros de la biblioteca y también devolverán los útiles escolares. Busque los anuncios de la escuela de su hijo en relación con las fechas y horas en que puede devolver y recoger artículos. Puede encontrar anuncios en la página de Facebook de la escuela de sus hijos o en el aula de Google.
This message contains information regarding student device drop off and the return of library materials.
All student devices must be returned before the end of the school year. If you have not completed all of your AMI assignments, you should keep your chromebook until you have completed them. The last day to complete any AMI work is May 20th. No additional AMI work will be assigned after May 8th.
**If you are required to attend summer school, your device will be turned in on May 29th.
All devices along with the charger and any protective shell must be turned back in. Per the student handbook (p.38 Care of School Property), careless or deliberate destruction to school property will result in payment for a loss. The following fines will be assessed:
Chromebook-$100
Charger-$25
The week of May 11-15, technology drop off will begin. NLRMS will have individuals available from 8:00-11:00 am Monday through Friday of that week to collect devices. This will also be a good time to turn in any library books. There will be a collection bin outside the main door for any returned library materials. Library books can be returned anytime beginning May 11th.
Please see the schedule below to know what day to turn in student devices. All times are from 8:00-11:00.
Monday, May 11th- students with the last name A-D
Tuesday, May 12th-students with the last name E-I
Wednesday, May 13th-students with the last name J-N
Thursday, May 14th-students with the last name O-S
Friday, May 15th-students with the last name T-Z
After May 15th, please call the school at 501-771-8200 to make arrangements for technology drop off.
Devices must be CLEAN and free of any stickers you've attached. Items that are not turned in will be turned over to our business office who will be sending unpaid fine notifications to parents.
Due to COVID-19, devices will be stored for approximately 72 hours after receipt in a locked room as outlined by the school principal. IT Staff will disinfect and examine the devices after it has been quarantined for at least 72 hours.
FAQ ABOUT CHROMEBOOK CHECK-IN
1. Can I keep the chromebook over the summer?
No. The district policy is that it must be returned, just like you return a textbook. If it is not returned, you will be billed at the full amount, as the device will be considered lost.
2. Can I check in the chromebook outside of the times listed above?
No, keeping track of these devices requires an orderly check in process, so we have specifically set aside the time above for you to check them in.
Technology Department Checklist
1. Is there any physical damage?
2. Is the charger present?
3. Does the screen turn on and is there any damage to the screen?
4. SN or tag number matches with the one that was issued?
5. Are there any personal add-ons attached?
6. Did the student sign out of the device?
Students are responsible for the general care of the chromebook they have been assigned by the district. Chromebooks that are broken, or fail to work properly must be reported to a teacher so they can be taken care of properly. Do not take district owned chromebooks to an outside computer service for any type of maintenance. The devices will be maintained by the NLRSD IT Staff. Only District IT Staff can perform repairs on the devices. Normal part failures outside the control of the student and device damage are dealt with differently. The judgement call is left up to the IT Department.
The costs will be reviewed and adjusted annually per device model supported. If the device is stolen, then the students are responsible for reporting this to the principal.
The Arkansas Activities Association (AAA) has extended eligibility of athletic physicals an additional 3 months. If you had your physical completed and on file with the Athletic Department, then it is good until July 15. More information will be forthcoming on dates and times that we may host physicals for our student-athletes for the upcoming school year.
Beginning this week, Club Eco Kidz will only serve meals on Mondays and Thursdays. The meal distribution will include several meals that should last until the next distribution. Although school ends next month, the food distribution will continue through June 30.
Be like Annagrace, an eighth grader at NLRMS -- 7th & 8th Grade Campus. Choose NLRSD!
Register NOW to enroll in our district through School Choice for the 2020-21 school year by contacting Micheal Stone at stonem@nlrsd.org.
The deadline is 5/1. Learn about us at nlrsd.org.
Dear Parents/Guardians,
We hope that you are doing well and staying safe. Although none of us have experienced a pandemic before, the North Little Rock Middle School 7th/8th grade family is here to support you.
Our teachers are working hard to reach all of our parents and students to make sure they are doing good, and able to login or work on the AMI and Virtual Learning Platform. If your contact information has changed then please call 501-771-8200, or you can use the link that can be found on our website https://www.nlrsd.org/o/middle-school-7-8 to update your information.
Thank you!
We want to salute all of the Assistant Principals throughout our district. Their passion for students and learning is not unnoticed, especially during these unprecedented times. Thank you for being a great part of NLRSD! Happy National Assistant Principals Week!
https://www.ted.com/talks/sara_dewitt_3_fears_about_screen_time_for_kids_and_why_they_re_not_true?language=en
Above is a TED talk regarding Screen time... and the 3 fears about screen time and kids.
In his daily news conference, Governor Asa Hutchinson announced that schools will remain closed for remainder of the 2019-20 school year. However, online instruction WILL continue.
FREE FOOD FOR WORLD KITCHEN CENTER PROGRAMME
They provide lunches and food to people who don't have a job. March 30 to April 30
1. Meals-Dinner
3500 South University Avenue. At the Mexican Consulate
5:00 pm a 6:00 pm **LUNCHES**
2. MINISTRY CHALLENGE 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
4919 Baseline Rd on the, in front of the market - without borders. Reports 501-749-7550
3. CHURCH CHRISTIAN CENTER 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
8114 West 36th Street.
Tel. 501-412-3260
4. CHURCH NEW ELIM MONTE HEBRON 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
7628 Mabelvale Pike Tel. 501-551-0117
5. BAPTIST CHURCH THE FARO 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
7002 Baseline Rd.
Tel. 501-350-6878
6. LION CHURCH OF JUDA 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 8300 Baseline Rd.
Tel. 501-350-6878
----SHERWOOD--
1. Church Growing In Christ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
2300 East Lee Avenue
Tel 501-516-1646
---NORTH LITTLE ROCK
AMI- Week 3
Today starts week 3 of Distance Learning... Students and parents thank you for your UNBELIEVABLE patience and support with the AMI process!
Word of the day is: UNBELIEVABLE
Challenge of the day: Do everything you know to do at 100% so others will recognize just how unbelievable you are.
We love and miss all of our students!
https://bit.ly/ArkansasAMI
Links to English and Spanish documents
Enlaces para documentos en inglés y español
Arkansas AMI Learning Guides and Special TV programming- Arkansas PBS, channel 2, will broadcast streamlined, curriculum-based programming for students in grades PK-8. Start date March 30, 2020. Click the link for times and information.
Educapeques - En esta página encontrarás información sobre distintos temas, actividades educativas para todos los grados escolares, lecturas y cuentos.
https://www.educapeques.com/
Recurso en español
Resource in Spanish
Wide-Open School Site - a free collection of the best online learning experiences for kids. We hope that Wide Open School helps make learning from home an experience that inspires kids, supports teachers, relieves families, and restores community.
https://wideopenschool.org/
Attention Parents, by this time you should have received your school issued device (if needed) and should be receiving frequent communication from your teachers. If you do not have access to the internet please see our website for information on free resources available to you. There are paper copies of all AMI assignments available in front of the school at all times whenever you need them. The packets are only for those who do not have Internet access or access to a device.
AMI paper packets are available in tubs outside the front doors of the school. This is a grab a go system to adhere to the social distancing order. Our school building is closed to parents and students at this time.
Quarter 3 Report Cards for Grades 1-12 have been uploaded into Home Access Center, or HAC.. These grades are reflective of work completed through March 12th, our last day of on-campus classes.
If you are in need of your HAC login information, please call your school between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. Kindergarten parents, please check with your child's teacher for report card information. Thank you!
Club Eco Kidz has revised the times they will be providing meals to our students. Beginning 4/1, food distribution will be from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at all campuses. Also, please remember to fill out the AMI Technology Survey on the website if you do not have an electronic device at home.
Please complete the Survey found on the districts website if your child needs to check out a Chromebook. The survey is due by March 31st. Once you have completed the survey you will be sent a link using Sign Up Genius to pick a time to pick up your Chromebook. Chromebooks will not be handed out to anyone who has not completed the proper check out procedures. This is only for students attending the 7th and 8th grade Campus.
Good morning, just a friendly reminder that today starts Week 2 of AMI Classwork. If students or parents have questions then email the classroom teacher directly
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Please visit the North Little Rock School District website and completed the survey by March 31st if your child is in need of a Chromebook. Website is: www.nlrsd.org
Day 2 of Spring Break 2020... today let it be about Encouragement!
Encouragement: The act of giving someone support, confidence or hope.
Encouragement can come in verbal and non verbal acts. We want to encourage our students and their families to reach and give a little encouragement to those that need it the most. Maybe it’s making a homemade picture or card to put in your elderly or not so elderly neighbors mailbox or just sending a friend a quick text. NLRMS 7/8 Campus staff miss and love our students and their families..
Be like Annagrace, an eighth grader at NLRMS -- 7th & 8th Grade Campus. Choose NLRSD!
Register NOW to enroll in our district through School Choice for the 2020-21 school year. The deadline is May 1.
Register in person at 2200 N. Poplar Street.
Learn about us at nlrsd.org.
BREAKFAST AND LUNCH!!
NLRSD has partnered with Club Eco Kidz, a local nonprofit organization, and they will provide nutritious breakfast and lunch to our students starting tomorrow (3/23) until April 17! The organization will be at every elementary school, the middle school, the high school campus, and at the Academy. Breakfast will be served from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Lunch will be served from noon to 1:30 p.m. This will be grab and go. Enjoy!
Parents we need your support, our teachers have worked very hard to redesign their lessons so your child or children do not fall behind. As of today there are over 200 students that have not attempted to make contact with their teachers to start on their first week of AMI school work. Please encourage them to submit their assignments or email their teacher if they have questions.
If your child has forgotten their password for google classroom and gmail, please fill out the form below so we can work on resetting their passwords. Once a password has been reset, an email will be sent with the new password to the email provided in the form.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc0Z50HTJ253cSepS6ZanJdE8ArydULXYRu0gG-gQgwAsyDGw/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1
The NLR Softball game and the 8th Grade Track meet scheduled for today have been canceled.
NLR Junior League donated lots of items to NLRMS 7th/8th grade campus for Jasmines closet today.
Thank you NLR Junior League for your ongoing support for our students, families and community.
Mark your calendar for April 21st! NLRMS 6th.7th/8th grade students will have their cultural artifacts and research on display along with many multicultural performances you don’t want to miss.
Sign up today!
Just a reminder for current 8th, 9th, 10th, and 11th graders! NLRHS will have several NEW course offerings! Come check them out!
This afternoon, we called first responders to our campus to assist with a student illness per the parent’s request. This was a controlled situation and at no time were students in any danger. We wanted to inform you of this. Thank you for allowing us to educate your student.
REMINDER: Students will be out of school on Friday, February 14 and Monday, February 17. Monday is Parent-Teacher Conference. Conferences will be held from noon to 7:00 p.m.
We have several events coming up at the middle school!
February 13th
Jean Day (pay $1.00 to first period teacher)
King’s Court
Valentines Dance Incentive
*concessions will be available for purchase
February 14th
No school for students
February 17th
No school for students
Parent/Teacher Conferences (12:00-7:00)
Community Career Fair (12:00-4:00)
*Jefferson’s Mobile Grilling will be on-site with food available for purchase
Parent Teacher Conference TIME Correction!
North Little Rock Middle School 7th/8th grade conferences will run from 12:00-6:00. NLRHS will have scheduling from 5-7pm for our 8th grade students and parents. We are encouraging all 8th grade parents to attend the high schools scheduling event.
AWESOME FOOD!! Parent Teacher Conferences and a Community Career Fair all in one! This year NLRMS 7/8 campus is offering a variety of services for our parents and community. Jefferson’s Mobile Grilling will be onsite so our parents can maximize their time by picking up a little lunch or dinner on the go, while visiting with their child(s) teacher. Arkansas Workforce will also be available with a variety of employers to help any parent or community member seeking employment.
Don’t miss out on this wonder event!
Parent Teacher Conferences will be Monday, February 17th from 12:00-7:00pm.
Community Career Fair-12:00-4:00
North Little Rock Middle School
7th/8th staff passed off the “Extra Distance” award to Mr. Watson and Mr. “P” for going the extra distance in the lives of our students and our staff! Congratulations
Calling all 8th graders!!
Yep! It's time to Chart Your Course!
Parents and Guardians,
Please take a few minutes to complete the High Reliability Schools Survey. You may access the survey by clicking on the following link. https://bit.ly/2TPnfjN
Anyone interested in trying out for a spirit group at NLRHS for next year needs to sign up in the main office at NLRMS by February 24th.
Any current 8th-11th grade NLR students that are interested in trying out for spirit groups at NLRHS (9th grade cheer or dance or Varsity cheer or dance) need to have a parent attend the 2020 Mandatory Parent Spirit Group tryout meeting:
Monday, February 24th 6 p.m. NLRHS Cafeteria
Mandatory Parent Spirit Group Tryout Meeting
*There will be a whole group meeting, then breakout sessions for each of the specific groups. A parent or guardian MUST ATTEND for students to be eligible to tryout for any NLRHS spirit groups!!!
Tryout Information:
Varsity Cheer
Clinic: Monday, March 16th - Wednesday, March 18th from 4 to 6 p.m. in the auxiliary gym
Tryouts: Thursday, March 19th starting at 4 p.m. in the auxiliary gym
9th grade Cheer
Clinic: Tuesday, March 31 - Thursday, April 2nd from 4-5:30 p.m. in the auxiliary gym
Tryouts: Friday, April 3rd starting at 4 p.m in the auxiliary gym
9th grade/Varsity Dance
Clinic: Tuesday, April 7 - Thursday, April 9th from 4-6 p.m. in the auxiliary gym
Tryouts: Friday, April 10th starting at 4 p.m. in the auxiliary gym
If you are interested in trying out for either dance or cheer BE SURE to sign up in the main office AND have a parent/guardian attend the mandatory cheer parents meeting! You will also need a physical on file in order to tryout. Those 3 criteria MUST BE met to be eligible to tryout for any NLRHS spirit groups.
Parents and Guardians,
There will be no school for students February 14th and February 17th. On February 17th, we will be holding Parent/Teacher Conferences from 12:00-7:00. During this time, there will be a community wide career fair at the middle school from 12:00-4:00 where you can check out new career opportunities. Jefferson's Mobile Grilling will be at the middle school with food available for purchase. We hope to see you February 17th!
It's National School Counselor Week. Join us in thanking our counselors, who go above and beyond for our students. We appreciate you for molding our students into great leaders!
Parent Notification of BMI/Scoliosis Screening
Dear Parents:
On February 4th we will be doing BMI/Scoliosis screening on all 8th grade students.
The procedure for screening is a simple one in which the child’s back is observed as he/she stands upright and as he/she bends forward. To observe this condition, each child will be asked to remove their shirt. The screening will be conducted in privacy with only the student and nurse present.
Any curvature or “back hump” that is noticed during the screening may indicate the need for further evaluation. If a problem is found, you will be notified, and we will recommend that you take your child to the physician of your choice for evaluation.
It is a state mandated screening. If you do not want your student to participate in the scoliosis screening you will need to let us know in writing before the screening date.
Phone calls will not be accepted.
If your child does not participate you will have to take them to a physician and have the screening done and return a record from the doctor with the results of the screening.
Time is quickly running out to order your NLRMS Yearbook! Only a few extra books will be available for purchase for those who did not purchase one by the preorder deadline - Friday, 1/31/2020). Any extras are sold on a first come, first serve basis during the spring – no guarantees that there will still be books available at distribution in May. Order now to ensure that your student has a yearbook! There are two ways to order. The easiest and quickest way to order is to go to the Balfour website - www.balfour.com. Select your school and order your yearbook! A confirmation receipt is sent directly to your email address. The second way to order is to submit an order form to your child's English teacher or Ms. Ashcraft-Padilla in Room 214. Remember– there are NO guarantees that extra books will be available at distribution –so order NOW to avoid disappointment this spring. If you’ve already ordered your student’s 2020 yearbook, thank you for your support of the NLRMS yearbook department.
Power has been restored at both campuses at North Little Rock Middle School. Students who have already checked out will be excused.
Mark your calendar for the second "Cupcakes and Conversations" event, which will take place on 2/4 at the NLRHS Performing Arts Center. We want to hear from you! Bring all your questions and concerns to the event!
Thank you for allowing us to educate your children!
All schools and district offices will be closed on Monday, January 20, in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday.
Special Permission and School Choice enrollment begins today! Register your child to attend the North Little Rock School District for the 2020-21 school year!
Register in person at 2200 N. Poplar Street in the Annex Building.
Come and join us in the North Little Rock School District! Open Enrollment and Special Permission period will begin on January 7.
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Please make sure to Like our Facebook Page. Facebook is one of fastest ways to stay connected to what’s going on at North Little Rock Middle School 7/8 grade campus!
Don’t forget to bring your can foods or non-perishable food items to school. Students have until Friday November 22nd to turn in their cans. Food items must be turn in by 1st period on Friday to be able to attend the Fall Fest.
Late Morning Arrival
If you drop your child off at school, remember if you arrive after 8:00, you are required to sign your child in. If a child is not in his or her seat at 8:00 ready to learn, he or she will be marked absent.
We look forward to seeing you at "Cupcakes and Conversations" tomorrow at 6p!
Come and join us at the School Safety Symposium, scheduled for 11/12 at the NLRHS Performing Arts Center. You will hear from district leaders about our commitment to keep students and staff safe.
There will be a moderated Question & Answer session. We ask that you email your questions beforehand to safeschools@nlrsd.org.
See you there!
We will have our second round of NWEA Testing beginning Monday, November 4th. Science testing will be November 4th and 5th. Math will be November 5th and 6th. Reading will take place November 11th and 12th. Please make sure your child arrives to school on time these days and avoid scheduling appointments, if at all possible. Testing will take place during your child's science, math, and English classes. Also, make up pictures have been rescheduled for November 13th.
October is National Principals Month! Thank you, Principal Campbell, for all you do at NLRMS-Seventh & Eighth Grade Campus! #ThankAPrincipal
Attention: all North Little Rock Middle School 7-8th grade students and parents:
I would like to invite you to our “E.A.S.T Project Meeting” Monday October 28th @ 6 PM - 7 pm in the North Little Rock Middle School 7th grade upper gym.
I’ll discuss the current E.A.S.T projects we need help with. I’ve met with the staff recently @ North Little Rock Middle School 7th/8th grade campus and have identified the need for more community/ parental involvement in the EAST projects
Please bring your children with you. Please feel free to join us for DODGEBALL afterwards!
Christ Keeling
NLRMS PTA Parent Involvement Coordinator
You are cordially invited to attend the NLRMS 7th/8th grade-Fall Choir Concert tomorrow evening at 6 pm in the large auditorium.
October 31st NLRMS 7th/8th will be saying BOO to Cancer! On that day students and staff are encouraged to wear as much PINK as they can to show their support to saying BOO to Cancer.
Good morning.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, we have decided to postpone the trip to the high school to see the play. Students will receive a full refund. If they choose to attend an evening show, they will receive the discounted ticket price of $3 with a student ID.
Dodgeball with Dads- Monday October 28th,2019 in the upper gym from 6:00-8:00pm.. come join the fun!
NLRMS Flu Clinic will be October 24th
6th Grade clinic 9-11
7/8th Grade clinic 12;30-2:30
Flu forms are available in the nurse's or front office if you would like your student to receive the flu shot. Forms must be completed and returned to the nurse by October 22nd. If the forms are not completely filled out and signed the student will not receive the flu shot. If you have any questions please contact your school nurse.
Parents, We need your feedback. Please take a few minutes to complete the following survey for our district. Thanks! https://bit.ly/2pqsfyn
Mark your calendar!
Save the date!
Substitutes are needed! Come and help us mold the next generation of leaders and thinkers! Mark your calendar for the training session.
ATTENTION! Please be mindful of our Flu Clinic dates. Vaccines will ONLY be administered for students with properly completed consent forms.
Background Check Volunteer Form
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Attention all NLR 6-12th grade kids and parents!!
We will have our DODGEBALL and DADS event in the 7th/8th grade upper gym on October 7th. We will play from 6-8 PM. YOU MUST HAVE AN APPROVED BACKGROUND CHECK in order to play.
We had an awesome time with those who joined us on Open House night. Please remember ALL PARENTS and KIDS are invited to play. Yes... Moms and Daughters are more than welcome to hang out with us!!
We are excited to get our kids and parents together for a fun event. I hope to establish " Teams" and hopefully have the biggest trophy ever!!
If you have any questions, you may email Chris Keeling at: chris@keelingcompany.com.
Picture day will be this Friday, October 4th! Students must be in school uniform for these photos. A make up day will be held November 7th for anyone who is absent on Friday.
Good evening, This is a reminder that we will have parent teacher conferences tomorrow from 12 until 7. Students will not have school tomorrow, but will return to school Friday. Please have your child write their schedule down with room numbers if they will not be attending parent teacher conferences with you. We hope to see you there!
Our theme for this year’s Spirit Week at NLRMS 7/8 Campus is Lights, Camera, Action. Spirit week will be the week of October 14-18. Uniform pants must be worn on 10/14, 10/15, and 10/17. Jeans may be worn the other two days. Please note that the high school dress code will be enforced on those two days. The high school dress code may be found in the last two photos of this post.
Also, Homecoming shirts are still on sale until September 20th. Forms are available in the front office or your child’s 5th period teacher.
Parent teacher conferences will be this Thursday from 12:00-7:00 pm. Students will not have school this day. Please have your child write their schedule down with room numbers if they are not able to attend the conferences with you. We hope to see you there!
The NLRMS 7/8 Campus' Parent Involvement Committee will host its first #BOOKSANDBAGELS for the 2019-20 school year on Saturday! Food and arts and crafts will be available in an effort to promote literacy. Email Ar'Jillian Gilmer at gilmera@nlrsd.org for more information.
*ATTENTION!*
For regular season games, the cost for all VARSITY games is $5/person for fans 5 years old and up.
The cost for 7th-9th grade games is $4/person for fans 5 years old and up.
In light of the violent threat made against schools in Arkansas, the North Little Rock School District is taking extra steps to ensure that each campus remains a safe and healthy environment for everyone. We maintain communication with law enforcement, who will have a presence at every campus on Thursday, August 29. The safety of our students and staff is top priority in the North Little Rock School District.
Parents and guardians, We will have NWEA Testing September 5th and 6th and September 9th and 10th. All students in grades 7 and 8 will be taking this test during their math, science, and English classes. Please make sure your child arrives to school on time each morning during these days.
Join us on September 10 from 5:00-7:00 for a tailgating meet and greet! This will be an opportunity for you to met your child's teachers. Teams will have tents set up outside in the courtyard. We will have free food, fun, and games! Meal tickets can be picked up at your child's team tent. Write your child's name on the ticket and drop it in the bucket when you pick up your meal for a chance to win a door prize. There will be a PTA meeting at 5:30 in the mini auditorium and a Title 1 Report to the Public at 6:00 in the mini auditorium. We hope to see you there!
Please be mindful of adjusted start and end times for elementary and high schools, beginning next Tuesday (9/3).
Elementary: 7:50 a.m.-2:40 p.m.
High: 8:25 a.m.-3:40 p.m.
Middle school times will remain the same: 8:00 a.m.-3:15 p.m.
After assessing transportation issues during the first week of school, the district has adjusted school start and end times. The new times will take effect on 9/3.
Elementary: 7:50 a.m.-2:40 p.m.
Middle: 8:00 a.m.-3:15 p.m.
High: 8:25 a.m.-3:40 p.m.
(Note that middle school times did not change.)
Thank you for your understanding.
There will be a 7th/8th grade football parent meeting for current athletes on Tuesday, August 20th at 6:00 pm in the mini auditorium.
NLRMS Basketball Tryout Schedule
7th & 8th Grade Girls' Basketball: 8/26, 3:15 p.m., Upper Gym
Boys' Basketball:
7th: 8/21, 3:15 p.m., Lower Gym
8th: 8/22, 3:15 p.m., Lower Gym
Students must have a current sports physical and parental consent forms.
*SCHOOL BUS ROUTES*
Click on the link below. You will be able to view bus routes. Contact the Transportation Department at (501) 340-5150 for questions.
http://northlittlerockar.apptegy.us/bus-information--7
There will be a girls basketball tryout for any 7th or 8th grade girl who is not currently on the team or any female new to the district this year August 26 from 3:15-5:15. They will be held in the lower gym. Transportation home will be provided. A physical and consent form must be on file or in hand in order to try out.
School starts in 3 days!
Check out Addison’s advice to her peers on how to have a great school year! Follow us to get student advice each day from now until the start of school.
Need to register? Need a school supply list? Visit nlrsd.org for more info.
We are making some updates to the bus routes. We will upload the routes once we complete them. Thank you for your patience.
The school bus route information is now available at the link below. Please remind students of bus expectations.
https://www.nlrsd.org/bus-information--7
The 2019-20 Parent-Student Handbook is now available at the link below. There have been updates made to it since last school year. Please read the handbook and become familiar with our policies, including expectations when it comes to conduct.
https://5il.co/978l
As we get closer to the 2019-2020 school year, here's some important information regarding the NLRMS 7/8 Campus.
*The first day of school will be Tuesday, August 13.
*School will be from 8:00 a.m.-3:15 p.m. Monday-Friday.
*Students will be wearing uniforms. Any solid, polo type shirt is acceptable. A school spirit shirt may be worn any day of the week in lieu of a polo shirt. Khaki, black, or navy blue pants, skirts, or shorts may be worn. Nothing that looks like blue jeans are allowed. No leggings, jeggings, nor tight fitting pants may be worn.
*Bakcpacks must be clear or mesh.
We will be sending more information out over the next few weeks about the beginning of school. We are looking forward to a GREAT school year!
Mark your calendars! We will have a drop in Open House Thursday, August 8 from 12:30-6:30. You will be able to tour the building and pick up schedules during this time. We hope to see you there!!
YES! Delivery on large orders! Feed your office! Treat your co-workers! Buy for the family! And support Charging Wildcat Pride Day, May 16! #gocats #alittlemeansalot
Summit parent meeting May 6 at 6 pm in the NLRMS large auditorium. #beintheknow
Emergency responders have swept and cleared all buildings at North Little Rock Middle School. They found the buildings to be safe. The safety and well being of our students and staff is always our top priority.
EAST Night will still take place this evening.
This afternoon, there was a call made to North Little Rock Middle School 7/8 Grade Campus of a bomb threat. The entire school, including the 6th Grade Campus, immediately initiated its crisis response plan and evacuated the building within moments. All students and staff are safe. We will relay more information as it becomes available.
The district is aware of flooding in a number of areas. We ask that you use extreme caution as safety is top priority. Our transportation department is making sure students get to school safely, although there will be some delays. Tardies will be excused today as a result of the flooding. Thank you for understanding.
Cross Country Tryout Information:
Tryouts for upcoming 8th graders will be
Wednesday, May 15 3:45-4:15 on the NLRMS track.
Tryouts for upcoming 9th graders will be
Thursday, May 16 4:00-4:30 on the NLRMS track.
You will need a current physical and your own transportation home after the tryouts.
Anyone interested in trying out MUST email Coach Brown (brownd@nlrsd.org)
NAME/GRADE/ID#
PARENTS NAME/PHONE NUMBER
No school for students on Friday, March 15! #happyspringbreak
Good evening! The North Little Rock Center of Excellence is hosting COE Night tomorrow evening from 5-7 pm in Tower C of the North Little Rock High School. Come learn more information about career pathways, self-directed learning, meet members of administration, and tour our facilities. You may park in the front or back of the school. Escorts will be available to direct you to the correct location. We hope to see you there!
Great day
Advice to rising freshmen! #nlrhs #thanksjackson
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8th grade parent cheer and dance Interest meeting for the 2019-2020 school year will be Thursday, March 7, 2019 from 5:30-7:00 in the mini auditorium!
8th Grade: Don't forget that you can enter your high school course selections into HAC for the 2019-2010 school year! The request tab should now be available.
For 8th grade parents:
All 8th grade students will go to NLRHS on Friday, March 8th to register for the 2019-2020 school year. They will eat lunch at the middle school before they leave at 12:15. They will return to the middle school at 3:30.
PARENTS: Be aware of the Momo Challenge, which encourages young people to perform dangerous acts on themselves. Please monitor their online activity.
NLRMS Sixth Grade Campus: Sandie Wells, Certified Employee of the Year; Amanda Carpenter, Classified Employee of the Year.
NLRMS Seventh & Eighth Grade Campus: Patricia Loraditch, Certified Employee of the Year; Angela Clemons, Classified Employee of the Year.
PTA Executive Board, Parents of the Year; Irrigation Project, PTA Project of the Year; and Elizabeth McMahan, Heroic Effort of the Year.
Michael Clark is principal of the Sixth Grade Campus. Lee Tackett is principal of the Seventh & Eighth Grade Campus.
Amboy, Crestwood, Meadow Park, NLR Center of Excellence, and NLRMS were recognized by the U of A’s College of Education and Health Professions for significant growth on the ACT Aspire last school year. The leaders of those schools were recognized at tonight’s board meeting.
Students at North Little Rock Middle School participated in a door decorating contest as a way to learn about the contributions of Black Americans during Black History Month.
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NLRMS 7/8 grade campus will have an Active Shooter DRILL on Wednesday, February 20th at 9:00.
The North Little Rock School District is in session on Monday, February 18! #GoCATS
Mandatory Parent meeting for high school spirit group tryouts
Anyone interested in trying out for 9th grade cheer or dance team or varsity cheer or dance team needs to have a parent attend the MANDATORY parent meeting on Monday, February 18th at 5:30 in the cafeteria. There will be a whole group meeting to go over the spirit handbook and tryout requirements, then there will be 15 minute breakout sessions for each team to tell specifics of that tryout, skills needed, costs of the team, etc. For example, if an 8th grader wants to tryout for 9th grade cheer and 9th grade dance, they would attend the whole group meeting, then the 15 minute session for cheer and next the 15 minute session for dance.
Parent attendance at the meeting is mandatory for anyone wanting to tryout!
The North Little Rock Transportation department has been notified by the North Little Rock Parks & Recreation Department that all recreation centers will be closed Monday February 18, 2019 for President’s Day. We have also been notified by the Boys & Girls Club that the Hamilton and Wetherington Clubs will be closed Monday. No students will be dropped off at these locations. Please announce to students Monday morning so other arrangements can be made before end of day.
District Social Worker & Homeless Liaison Bobbie Riggins wants everyone to know these EAST Initiative/ FARM students from NLRMS were instrumental in helping them sort through boxes of donations provided by Feed the Children on Tuesday. It was a tall order, but these guys used their "muscle" to get the job done to serve our families. These service-minded students include the following: Noah Hankir, Alex Stafford, Mason Mulherin, Jalon McClendon, Michael Bryant, and Hudson Cameron.
North Little Rock School District is committed to keeping our students and staff healthy. We are now officially in flu season. Symptoms of influenza include fever, cough, sore throat, headache, fatigue and body aches. Please have your child evaluated by a physician if these symptoms occur and report back to us.
-Do not send your child back to school until they are free of fever for 24 hours without the use of Tylenol or Ibuprofen.
-Per District Policy, a fever is anything 100 F or higher.
-If your child has vomiting or diarrhea, DO NOT send them to school until 24hours after last episode.
**Make sure the office has an updated phone number to reach you in case your child is ill or injured at school!
North Little Rock, get ready!!! It's coming again - this time in a different location because we want to bring the school to your neighborhood. Join us at Shorter College on Saturday, February 16 at 10 am for Books and Bagels.
Research has proven that parent/family involvement yields high student success. Well, so does community involvement! We all live, work, and play in communities and they have an impact on students' success. Come out and participate in our roundtable discussion led by Tasha Moore (Story.Tell.Her) of Tasha Teaches Spanish.
Discussion Topic: “Child See, Child Do”
Basing her talk on the popular expression that states the way we behave is noticed and mimicked by others, poet and educator LaTasha Moore will discuss how the actions of parents are noticed and mimicked by their children. The talk will be interactive and allow for questions, discussion, and, hopefully, group learning. LaTasha will raise questions designed to make parents think about the behaviors they, and others around them, are modeling for their children.
The little children can enjoy reading time and a craft, too. Last but not least, there will be free continental breakfast! Get up and get you and your kids out on Saturday, February 16th at 10am. See you there!
"As a school counselor, I want my students to know there is a way!!"
--Cindy Quarry, counselor at North Little Rock Middle School Seventh and Eighth Grade Campus
"As a school counselor, I want my students to know don't wish for it, work for it!!"
--Alicia Bailey, counselor at North Little Rock Middle School Seventh and Eighth Grade Campus
It is time to begin thinking about scheduling classes for the 2019-2020 school year. Selection sheets for current 6th graders should be sent home on or before February 11 to make selections for their 7th grade school year. Current 7th graders will receive their selection sheets Monday, February 11 through their social studies classes. All sheets must be returned by February 25 to their social studies teacher.
Below, you will find a link to the 2019-2020 curriculum guide and links to two videos explaining how to fill out the selection sheets. Please click on the appropriate video link by selecting the grade your child will be in for the 2019-2020 school year.
If you have any questions, please contact the 7/8 counselors. Their contact information is listed below.
Alicia Bailey (7th Grade Counselor): baileya@nlrsd.org
Cindy Quarry (8th Grade Counselor): quarryc@nlrsd.org
Link to Curriculum Guide: https://tinyurl.com/ybh3jsul
Link to 7th Grade Video: https://youtu.be/e9mTCrfA0lk
Link to 8th Grade Video: https://youtu.be/H0Y9hRELpYU
Parent Conferences will be held Thursday, February 7 and Monday, February 11 from 3:45-6:45.
Reminder there is after school TUTORING every Monday and Thursday from 3:45-4:45 for those students that have signed up for tutoring.
There is no school on Monday, January 21, 2019 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day!
Parent Notification of BMI/Scoliosis Screening
Dear Parents:
On February 5h we will be doing BMI/Scoliosis screening on all 8th grade students.
The procedure for screening is a simple one in which the child’s back is observed as he/she stands upright and as he/she bends forward. To observe this condition, each child will be asked to remove their shirt. The screening will be conducted in privacy with only the student and nurse present.
Any curvature or “back hump” that is noticed during the screening may indicate the need for further evaluation. If a problem is found, you will be notified, and we will recommend that you take your child to the physician of your choice for evaluation.
It is a state mandated screening. If you do not want your student to participate in the scoliosis screening you will need to let us know in writing before the screening date.
Phone calls will not be accepted.
If your child does not participate you will have to take them to a physician and have the screening done and return a record from the doctor with the results of the screening.
Thank you,
Tonya Green RN, BSN
School Nurse
Telephone Number: (501) 771-8200
Fax Number: (501) 771-8206
From the office of transportation:
To the parents of NLR Middle School, High School, COE, and Academy: starting Tuesday, January 22, 2019, all students will be required to wear their name badges before entering the bus. Students who refuse to comply may be subject to not being allowed to get on the bus. The handbook already requires that all students wear their name badges. This is a safety concern. By regulation, we are required to know all of the individuals who are being transported by our buses as well as where they were sitting (seating chart). Besides it being required, it helps us protect your children, identify them for disciplinary issues, as well as locate your children in case of emergencies.
SITE CHANGE: eSTEM vs North Little Rock Gold 8th grade girls and boys basketball games will be played in the auxiliary gym at North Little Rock High School. The girls' game will start at 5:00 p.m., followed by the boys' game.
FOR 8TH GRADE STUDENTS ONLY!
There will be 1 parent meeting for anyone interested in trying out for any high school spirit group: 9th grade cheer, 9th grade dance, Varsity cheer and/or Varsity dance.
Monday, February 18th
5:30 p.m.
NLRHS cafeteria
A parent MUST attend if a student is interested in trying out for ANY spirit group at NLRHS.
There will be a general meeting to go over the handbook and then breakout sessions for the specific group you would like to tryout for.
Enjoy working with kids? Come join the NLRSD family!
School resumes for students on Tuesday, January 8, 2019.
Have a safe and happy New Year!
Parents: This is a reminder that the district has a no charge policy for meals. Parents can sign up with MyPaymentsplus.com or send money with their child to school. We have been having issues in the cafeteria with students not having money, which is causing the line to move slowly. Thank you in advance for your help.
The NLR Trap Team (grades 6-12) will have a MANDATORY parent meeting on Tues, Dec 11 @ 6:00 pm at Blue Rock Gun Club, 7800 Baucum Pike. Questions? Sally Pryor at pryors@nlrsd.org
Community coding event!
War Memorial Stadium has a bag policy. Make sure that you follow the policy to ensure entrance into the stadium.
NLRMS student Kamryn Singleton received the AR State Trooper, Junior Trooper Award this month for being a great student, going above and beyond to help his peers, and completing ALL Focus Areas for the school year on the Summit Platform. He was nominated by AP Greg Jones.
NLRMS 7/8th campus will be hosting a Summit Parent Night, Tuesday October 23 at 5:30 in the auditorium. Parents helped send a reminder this morning during drop off passing out water with an invitation.
We will have an Active Shooter Drill at 3:00 on Wednesday, October 10. This will be one of four that we will be doing this year. This includes grades 6-8.
You will also be receiving a robo call.
There will be no school for students on September 21 due to parent/teacher conferences.
Parent/Teacher conferences will be held on Thursday, September 20 from 3:50-6:50 and Friday, September 21 from 8:00-11:00. Core classes will meet as a team. (See list below.) Elective teachers will be in their individual classrooms. Coaches will be in room 127. Conferences are on a first come, first serve basis. Please have your child write down their schedule and room numbers.
Shumpert-119
Bost-229
Cates-202
Choate-205
Ashcraft-Padilla-214
Sheffield-507
Salaam-112
Proctor-220
Whitley-224
Join us August 30 at 5:30 in the large auditorium for NLRMS 7/8 grade Open House. After the meeting in the large auditorium, parents will have an opportunity to visit their child’s classes and meet their teachers. Please have your child write their schedule down along with room numbers to know which classrooms to visit. The PTA will be there selling t-shirts and memberships. We hope to see you there!
7th grade boys basketball tryouts will be August 27 from 3:45-5:30 in the lower gym at the middle school.
8th grade boys basketball tryouts will be August 30 from 3:45-5:30 in the lower gym at the middle school.
Students Must have a current physical and consent form on file.
7/8th grade blue and gold tryouts for girls basketball will be held Monday, August 20th in the upper gym at the middle school from 3:45-5:00. You must have a current physical and consent form to tryout.
Join us on August 7 in the large auditorium. We will be going over the parent misconceptions of the Summit Learning Platform. 6th grade will begin at 5:30 and 7th/8th grade will begin at 7:15.