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NAMS Message to Families - 1/12/23
NAMS Message to Families - 1/12/23

Hello NAMS Families, 

This is a reminder that there is no school for students tomorrow and Monday. 

  • Friday, January 13th is a professional development day for staff.

  • Monday, January 16th is Martin Luther King Jr. Day. 

Dr. King inspired the human race to strive for harmony among all people. His tragic death shocked the nation, but his words and his dedication to equality continue to inspire younger generations. One of the quotes we shared this week that speaks to our RAISE values and our school’s purpose is as follows:

““The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character–that is the goal of true education.”

 

In this week’s message, you will find the following information:

  • Lila Lobel is our North Andover 2023 Project 351 Ambassador

  • Massachusetts Partnerships for Youth Poster Contest - Due January 20th

  • NAMS Grade 8 Play & Auditions Announced

  • Chipotle Fundraiser for North Andover Music Association - January 14th

  • Upcoming Band & Chorus Concerts - Week of January 23rd

  • Early Release Day Reminders - 1/25/23 & 2/1/23

  • Grade 6 Presentation with Jesse “The Machine” Green - January 27th

  • Grades 6-8, Staff, & Parent/Guardian Presentations with Katie Greer, Internet Safety - January 31st

  • Virtual PTAC Meeting @ 6:45 p.m. - February 1st

 

Wishing you a wonderful weekend,

Jorge Goncalves

Principal

 

Lila Lobel is our North Andover 2023 Project 351 Ambassador

Project 351 is a non-profit organization that empowers a youth-led movement for change powered by an eighth grade student representing every city and town in Massachusetts. On January 14th, Lila will unite with more than 425 Ambassadors and Alumni mentors for Project 351’s 13th annual Launch and Service Day in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. & Coretta Scott King. Launch Day kicks-off 12 months of leadership development through unifying service, Alumni mentorship, and enrichment through Project 351’s Service Leadership Academy. 

You can learn more about the Project 351 Ambassadors’ commitment and about Project 351 below.

 

Massachusetts Partnerships for Youth Poster Contest - Due January 20th

The Massachusetts Partnerships for Youth (MPY) is excited to sponsor the 2022-2023 Poster Contest. The theme for this year’s project is The Earth Loves You. Love It Back. This poster project is open to all elementary, middle school and high school students and includes individuals and groups of students.

The theme for this school year’s project is THE EARTH LOVES YOU. LOVE IT BACK. Suggested Topics for Posters and PSAs include: 

  • Reduce Paper Consumption 

  • Save Electricity 

  • Save Water 

  • Bring Reusable Bags to the Grocery Store 

  • Walk to School or Take a Bike. Carpool when Possible 

  • Download an Environmental App 

  • Start an Environmental Club 

  • Educate Others on Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) 

  • Recycle, Recycle, Recycle 

  • Buy a Water Bottle and Fill it at Fountains 

  • Turn Off Your Phone 

  • Don’t Send Chemicals into our Waterways 

  • Plant a Tree 

  • Protect Our Environment and Safeguard our Natural Resources 

This year’s theme is based on the continued movement to be Green and Sustainable. Our Earth depends on YOU to educate and help others become more environmentally friendly and conscientious. 

The deadline for submissions is Friday, January 20, 2023. The submission form may be found here. For additional information, please contact Margie Daniels, Executive Director at margie@mpyinc.org 

 

NAMS Grade 8 Play Announced!

Auditions for this year's 8th Grade Play, "The 10 Best/Worst Things About Middle School" will be held on Tuesday, January 17th and Wednesday, January 18th from 2:30-3:45 p.m. in the chorus room. 8th Graders need to only attend one of the two days. A call back audition, if needed, will be held on Thursday, January 19th. Students should be prepared to do cold readings from the script. Students should see Ms Liacos with any questions.

 

Friday, January 13th

  • No School for Students - Professional Development Day for Staff

 

Saturday, January 14th

  • Chipotle Fundraiser for North Andover Music Association

  • Come support the North Andover Music Association by ordering or eating in at Chipotle from 5:00-9:00 p.m. Please use the following code X6HR264 if you order online to make sure the proceeds go to NAMA. Please make sure you bring the attached flyer (also found at the end of this message) with you if you order in person. Thank you in advance for supporting Music in the North Andover Public Schools!

 

Monday, January 16th

  • No School for Students - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Observed

 

Tuesday, January 24th

  • Grade 6 & 7 Band Concert @ 7:00 p.m.

 

Wednesday, January 25th

  • Early Release Day - Students are dismissed at 1:05 p.m.

  • Grade 8 Band & NAHS Wind Ensemble Concert @ 7:00 p.m.

 

Thursday, January 26th

  • Full Year Chorus Concert @ 7:00 p.m.

 

Friday, January 27th

 

Tuesday, January 31st

  • Internet Safety Presentations with Katie Greer

    • Students will be attending presentations during the school day.

    • Evening Presentation for NA Parents/Guardians @ 7:00 p.m.

    • Please see the attached flyer or below for more information

 

Wednesday, February 1st

  • Early Release Day - Students are dismissed at 1:05 p.m.

  • NAMS PTAC Meeting @ 6:45 p.m. (Virtual Meeting)

 

Be well,

Jorge Goncalves

Principal

 

Internet Safety Presentations with Katie Greer

  • Tuesday, January 31st @ 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium at NAMS

  • This event is FREE thanks to the generous support of the NAMS PTAC! 

  • Please RSVP at www.NAParentResourceNetwork.org 

  • This is a Parent/Guardian-Only presentation (no children please).

Katie Greer is a nationally recognized speaker, and former Intelligence Analyst for the MA State Police and Director of Internet Safety for the MA Attorney General’s Office. She will explore tools and strategies for you to help your kids and teens navigate technology in a safe and productive way.

  • What does PRIVACY mean?

  • Sexting  •  Cyberbullying

  • How is mental health impacted?

  • Tech permanency and its DANGERS

  • How to be a responsible online consumer

Anonymous questions can be sent in advance to NAParentResourceNetwork@gmail.com.

 

Lila Lobel is our North Andover 2023 Project 351 Ambassador

Project 351 is a non-profit organization that empowers a youth-led movement for change powered by an eighth grade student representing every city and town in Massachusetts. On January 14th, Lila will unite with more than 425 Ambassadors and Alumni mentors for Project 351’s 13th annual Launch and Service Day in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. & Coretta Scott King. Launch Day kicks-off 12 months of leadership development through unifying service, Alumni mentorship, and enrichment through Project 351’s Service Leadership Academy. 

Over their year’s term, Ambassadors develop the skills and confidence to mobilize schools and communities in four statewide service campaigns: Spring Service, benefitting Cradles and Crayons, Hope & Gratitude Walk benefiting nonprofits selected by Ambassadors;  9.11 Tribute Service with the Massachusetts Military Heroes Fund; and Fall Service, which seeks to eradicate hunger through support of hundreds of hometown Food Pantries. At the close of their service year, Ambassadors are invited to continue to hone skills and lead communities as a member of the Alumni Organization.

Launch Day will celebrate the Class of 2023 and honor the legacy of the Kings, with a special tribute of the “The Embrace”, the Commonwealth’s first memorial to Dr. and Mrs. King. Highlights include a kick-off program at Faneuil Hall and an end-of-day celebration.

Ambassadors will dedicate the afternoon to high impact service with 10 nonprofit organizations including La Colaborativa, Cradles to Crayons, Hope & Comfort, and the Wonderfund. United across 351 cities and towns, Ambassadors will address critical issues including hunger, educational opportunity, childhood poverty, mental health and wellness, and care for military and veterans – impacting thousands of neighbors across Boston and the Commonwealth.

“The 35ONE generation is compassion-in-action. We’re honored to welcome our 13th Class of leaders, dreamers, and doers,” said Carolyn Casey, Project 351’s Founder and Executive Director.  “We are proud of their commitment to unite as the Class of 2023 to build the knowledge, skills, and confidence to lead the change they wish to see in the world.”

Since 2011, 4,492 Ambassadors have positively impacted more than 1.2 million neighbors through unifying statewide service. 

About Project 351

Founded in 2011, Project 351 is a youth-led movement for change powered by an eighth grade unsung hero selected to represent every city and town in Massachusetts. Ambassadors are selected for an exemplary ethic of service and the values of kindness, compassion, humility, and gratitude.  

Project 351 is a nonprofit organization powered by Ambassador leadership and the investment of civic-minded corporations, foundations, individuals, and Project 351 Alumni. We are honored by the faith of our partners including the Martin Richard Foundation, Boston Celtics Shamrock Foundation, Crimson Lion Foundation, John Hancock, Michael Carmen and Pamela Lederer, Foundation to be Named Later, HYM Investment, Mabel Louise Riley Foundation, Governor Deval and Diane Patrick, two generous funders who chose anonymity,  and our media partner WBZ-TV.

 

 

 

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