Start of the School Year
Thank you to our students, teachers, staff, parents, and community for making the start of remote learning the best it could be as we embark on the 2020/2021 school year.  It is still clear to me that our kids are excited to be back with each other and their teachers no matter the setting, and that the structure and routine of school is certainly beneficial.  As we move through the year, we will continue to be flexible and responsive to the needs of our students, so that we can inspire and empower them each and every day!

As always, if you have any questions, please contact your child's teacher, school counselor, grade level principal, or me.  Regardless of environment, I know that our entire NRMS family will work hard to inspire great this year!

Thanks,
Jeff
Important Notes:

Where Everyone Belongs (WEB)
On Tuesday, September 15 and Thursday, September 17 our WEB Advisors will facilitate a remote training from 11:15 AM to 11:45 AM for our 8th grade WEB Leaders.  The WEB Leaders and their parents/guardians should have received an email today from the WEB Advisors.  

On Friday, September 18, all 5th grade students are encouraged to attend WEB Orientation during their team's designated time.  The schedule for WEB Orientation is as follows:
  • 8:15 AM - 9:45 AM - Maverick
  • 10:15 AM - 11:45 AM - Millennium
  • 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM - Raptor
Parents/Guardians, please drop off (and pick up) your son or daughter at the athletic entrance.  Our WEB Advisors and WEB Leaders will be directing students to their small group locations throughout the building to ensure proper social distancing.  Students, please remember to wear a mask or face covering.  I very much look forward to this event as it helps to make the transition to the middle school much easier for our 5th graders. 

In-Person/Blended Learning
As Mr. Gurka mentioned in yesterday's email, if the county remains at Level 2 (Orange), we will begin to return students back to school on Tuesday, September 22.  Next week, I will communicate more information about school supplies, as well as some of the logistics that students will need to know about arrival, lunch, and dismissal.  

Remote Learning Team
When the district transitions from remote to in person/blended learning, students who will remain in the remote setting will begin their new schedule.  Our Remote Learning Teams will be communicating with those students and families next week regarding this transition.

NRMS Honor Society
Students currently in 8th grade who applied and were accepted into the NRMS Honor Society were supposed to celebrate this success during the month of September with our annual NRMS Honor Society Induction Ceremony.  However, due to current limitations of mass gatherings and other orders by the Governor, State, and CCBH, we are postponing this event and exploring various options, so that these students are properly recognized.  Please know that I will communicate our plan in the future once a decision has been made.

Scholastic Art & Writing Competition
The NRMS Art Department would like to invite students to enter the 2021 Scholastic Art & Writing Competition.  Mrs. Harold will gladly help anyone who is interested.  It is open to any student who is 13 years old or older.  The deadline to enter is December 8.  Please click here or email Mrs. Harold at jennifer.harold@northroyaltonsd.org if you would like to explore this opportunity.  You do not have to be enrolled in art to take part in this competition.

Technology
If you have an issue with a device, please feel free to email our Help Desk at helpdesk@nrapps.org.

PTA
PTA is a vital component of NRMS as they continuously support a variety of programs and activities for our students.  Please considering joining PTA this year by clicking here.