November 17, 2023
Good Afternoon,
Here are the weekly updates from the middle school:
Mark Your Calendars for Important Dates:
Nov. 21: Picture Day retakes-See info below
Nov 22: Early Dismissal
Nov 23-24: School is closed
Dec 2: Children’s Theatre Day- See Flyer for details
Dec 3: NB Craft Fair 9am - 2pm
Dec 8: Early Dismissal - Staff PD
Dec 8-9: MS Drama, Sherlock Holmes
Dec. 13: MS Band Concert 7:00 pm
Dec. 19: MS Choral Concert 7:00 pm
Dec 22: Early Dismissal
Dec 23-Jan 1: Winter Break
Jan 2: School resumes
Federal Impact Aid Survey: We are still collecting federal impact aid forms. These are an important part of our school funding. As a result, if you have not submitted one yet, we will probably be reaching out to you and your student to get this information completed. To simplify the process, if you have not completed the form yet, follow these directions, NOW:
Click here to log into your PowerSchool parent account, once logged in click on the link from the left side of the webpage that says Forms and complete the “Title VIII Federal Impact Aid Survey” electronically. A form needs to be submitted for each child, however if submitting for multiple children, please click the arrow up key next to the submit button. This will allow you to submit the form for each child without having to reproduce each survey selection.
Thank you for your continued support of the Northern Burlington County Regional School District. If you have additional questions, please contact Jill Markley, Administrative Assistant, extension 2003 or Richard Kaz, School Business Administrator (609) 298-3900 extension 2080.
Picture Day Retakes
On November 21st, Lifetouch will be here taking pictures for anyone who missed getting their picture taken in October or needs to do a retake. If your student is retaking their pictures please have them bring in their original picture package to the Middle School Main Office. You can order at mylifetouch.com with Picture Day ID:EVTGDZZ4W.
Clinical Corner: We are inching closer to that time of the year where we may be with family members we are not with on a regular basis. While that can be cause for celebration and good anticipation it can also be overwhelming or not good for one’s mental health. There are a lot of reasons this might happen: if they are very different in their opinions or beliefs, habits, etc. I thought it might be helpful to have some ready coping skills to be able to tolerate Uncle Bill/Aunt Susie, etc.
Try to be as relaxed as possible before the family event. If you are already operating from a stressed state it won’t take much for Grandpa Joe to put you over the edge.
Have realistic expectations-if you know a certain family member usually criticizes you for the same thing every year try and have a calm script ready to say.
Steer clear of controversial topics like politics, religion, etc. but accept that the only thing you can control is your reaction.
Take a deep breath or five! Taking a short break can recharge your tolerance battery.
Bring a happy reminder-have a friend ready to receive a venting text from you or try to put a funny spin on what’s happening.
For all 10 Ways to Cope with Difficult Relatives During the Holidays, click here.
Band Booster Fundraiser
NB band boosters is doing a fundraiser at Chickie and Pete's Monday, November 20th from 5-10pm. Please join us!
NB Winter Craft Fair: Come out to our 5th annual Northern Burlington Holiday Craft Fair on Sunday, December 3rd. There will be plenty of holiday items for purchase and music for all to enjoy. We hope to see you there. Proceeds benefit our Northern Choral and Theatre Programs.
Vendors Wanted: We are still taking applications for vendors and crafters. Email nbcraftshow@gmail.com or see Shannon Hughes for vendor application.
Lost and Found: Per the message last week, the lost and found has been bagged up and will be donated to the PTSC clothing drive.
Middle School Class Fundraisers: We are having a school wide fundraiser from Charleston Wrap!!! This money raised goes to the respective classes (2028 and 2029). These funds support their class activities through high school.
See the flier for details. This is for 7th and 8th Grade the ENTIRE middle school. The fundraiser is ongoing until NOVEMBER 29th.11741.pdf
Winter Sports: Winter sports registration is now open for the 2023-24 season. This would be for basketball, wrestling, and cheerleading.
If you currently have an athletic registration account, please log in with your username and password. Do not create a new one. If you need assistance, please feel free to contact the Athletic Office at 609-298-3900, ext. 2093.
For the basketball team, in particular, there are tryouts. In order for a student to participate in tryouts, they must be medically cleared. We have reached the point where sports participation materials submitted will not be reviewed in time to try out for the basketball teams.
PTSC:
Our A&M November Holiday Dessert Fundraiser Pick up will be on November 21 from 2:30 pm - 6:00 pm at the Middle School.
The Fall clothing drive ended today. Thank you for your participation and support.
Bus Drivers Needed: Please see this FLIER from our transportation office. The district is looking for full and part time bus drivers. The job includes free training to earn CDL, as well as flexible hours. Feel free to share this flier with others who may be interested.
Enjoy the weekend!
Andrew Kearns, Ed.D.
Principal