This Fall, our PreK-6 grade students, families, & staff are all reading "Frindle" by Andrew Clements! We'll follow the Family Reading Guide & tackle a chapter or two each day from November 5 through November 20 together. Students can look forward to trivia questions and prizes from each book chapter as well as other fun book-related activities during the school day.
Families, be sure to check your email each evening to receive the accompanying chapter recording for that night!
Northampton County Public Schools would like to remind our families that all schools will be closed for all students on Monday, November 3, and Tuesday, November 4, for teacher work and professional development days.
We will resume a normal, on-time, in-person schedule on Wednesday, November 5.
📝Feedback Requested!
We value our community partnerships! Help us continue to improve by sharing your input in our Stakeholders Survey by November 4.
Community members, your feedback is essential to our success and in shaping the future of NCPS.
Find the English & Spanish surveys here👇
We don't just hire great teachers - we grow them! 🌱
Our Assisting and Coaching Teachers (ACT) Program is a dynamic, three-year collaborative journey that ensures every new teacher has the support to thrive.
During this past month, our ACT I, II, & III cohorts went deep! They explored educational resources from the Barrier Islands Center and collaborated on essential skills like classroom management, effective family communication, and building strong student relationships. These interactive sessions focused on modeling resources and sharing ideas to build expert, confident educators.
(PS. Our ACT program was recently featured in the REACH Virginia newsletter!)
#TeacherSupport #ACTProgram #GrowWithUs #NCPS
Join us at Occohannock Elementary School TONIGHT for a Trunk or Treat from 5:30-7 p.m.!
It's happening RAIN or SHINE! 👻
Your non-perishable donations—like canned goods, packaged dry goods, and more—make a HUGE difference right here in our community.
✨In-School Drop Off
✨Last Day to Donate: November 12!
High School students: Remember, 5 food items = 1 Community Service Hour!
Thank you for your generosity! Your donations matter! 💖
🎉Congratulations to Maria for taking third place at the Eastern Shore Agricultural Fair earlier this month!
Students had to create a poster that celebrated the faces of agriculture and aquaculture, and Maria's work beat out hundreds of entries from middle schools and home schools throughout Northampton and Accomack counties. Maria made great use of the iterative design process that the students are learning in Computer Solutions class as she created the poster, and clearly succeeded in achieving the project goal.
We are so proud - congratulations, Maria!!
Join our team as an Instructional Assistant! We're looking for passionate individuals to support our students. Enjoy competitive pay, benefits, and family-friendly hours.
👉Apply now: https://www.ncpsk12.com/page/hr
#NCPS #WeAreHiring #JoinOurTeam #EducationCareers
It doesn't take a huge effort to create a big impact! How will you make a difference today?
🤝Volunteer in your neighborhood or clean up your local park
🥫Donate non-perishables to the food pantry or pet supplies to an animal shelter
✨Spread kindness with a note or a helping hand
Let's show the power of our collective action!
#MakeADifferenceDay
Just because the week is over, our shared responsibility for student safety doesn't have to be. Remember: Safety doesn't begin or end with the bus ride. It's about Safety at Every Stop - from the moment a child leaves their front door until they return home.
Let's continue to slow down, stop when the stop arm is out, and watch for our students every day!
#SchoolBusSafety #SafeStopsStrongerCommunities #NSBSW
📅Saturday, October 25
⏰National Anthem @ 3:50 p.m., NHS Band Performance @ 4:30 p.m.
📍Wicomico County Stadium, 350 Civic Ave., Salisbury, MD
💰$10
Check out the full lineup for the competition here: https://schedules.competitionsuite.com/d6f9693b-9d8f-4b3e-9274-ff2b10d11503_standard.htm
Their answers prove they're already heroes in our schools, but their dream powers show exactly where they want to focus their energy!⚡
Let's celebrate our everyday heroes!
#NationalPrincipals Month
What could be more important than stopping for kids?
Let's make sure our streets are safe for everyone:
🛑 Don’t rush, stop for the school bus!
🚸Be patient, cautious, and keep kids safe.
🚌 Always stop when the stop-arm is out.
Be a safe driver and a safety partner!
#SchoolBusSafety
NHS Seniors, this is your week to submit FREE in-state college applications and take advantage of waived application fees for participating Virginia colleges/universities. Your School Counselors are hosting daily sessions through the end of this week in the Media Center to help students with every step of the college application process.
Don't miss this opportunity to finalize your applications! 🎓
This Unity Day, let's take a visible stand against bullying and promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion across all our schools!
We invite all students and staff to 🔸wear orange🔸 this Wednesday to show your support and demonstrate that we are united for a supportive and welcoming environment.
Thank you for helping make our schools a safe and positive space for everyone!
#UnityEveryDay #NationalBullyingPreventionMonth #AntiBullyingMonth
The theme? ✨Own your day (and your growth!)✨
Thank you to all four of our principals for their incredible leadership and being such positive role models for our students! 💙🩵
#NationalPrincipalsMonth
Join us for the next School Board Meeting on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at 6:00 PM.
The meeting will be held at the School Board Office:
7207 Young Street, Machipongo, VA
Have questions? Please reach out to our Board Clerk, Ms. Karen Reid, at 757-678-5151 Ext. 2002.
📢Join us this Tuesday, October 21, at 8 PM, for Ask a Therapist Live.
This webinar is an opportunity to ask a licensed clinical therapist questions about parenting, your child's well-being, or anything that's been on your mind. Participation is anonymous and free.
Register here: https://cookcenter.info/ATLOct21
Every interaction matters. What you do today impacts someone's tomorrow.
Bullying is not just devastating in the moment - it can hurt for a lifetime.
Let's choose kindness, respect, and empathy to create a brighter future for everyone.
Your actions matter! 🧡
#AntiBullyingMonth
