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What an incredible night at our Hispanic Heritage celebration! ๐ Families came together for delicious food, live music, art displays, and inspiring student presentations.
Plus, community resources were on hand to support everyone. A beautiful evening of culture and connection!










Our next School Board meeting will take place Thursday, October 24, at 6:00pm. The meeting will take place in the School Board Office and will be available via Zoom (https://zoom.us/j/97011138374).

Happy National Principals Month to Justin Wheeler, principal of Northampton Middle School! ๐
Heโs strongly committed to instructional leadership, fostering safe and supportive learning environments, and helping students achieve greatness. #ThankaPrincipal

Students have been hard at work on an exciting art project, painting the NHS mascot under the guidance of teacher Glen Richardson! This creative endeavor not only fosters artistic skills but also aims to boost school pride. The project is still a work in progress, but we canโt wait to see the finished masterpiece by homecoming! ๐จ



Day 2 of Homecoming Week was a hit with SWAP Spirit Day! ๐ Students and teachers switched things up, with students dressing like their favorite teachers and teachers showing off their best student looks.๐
#NCPS #AnchoredinExcellence





Itโs National School Bus Safety Week! Keep these tips in mind when driving near buses:
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Do not pass buses with flashing lights
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Keep your distance, as buses make frequent stops
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Yield to buses and allow them to merge
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Avoid distractions
Thank you for your help! ๐

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Check the link in our bio to find the link to your appstore!

For the last month, our students have been celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! ๐โจ Here are some of the amazing projects and displays theyโve created for this vibrant, multicultural celebration! ๐จ๐
#NCPS #AnchoredinExcellence
#HispanicHeritageMonth




Today, we are spotlighting Kathleen McCowan, principal of Occohannock Elementary School! ๐ซ
Mrs. McCowan uses her abundant experience in education leadership to help students and staff become their very best. Thank you for all you do! ๐#ThankaPrincipal

#UnityDay is a time to come together. Here are some actions you can take:
๐งก Report bullying to an adult right away
๐งก Show kindness to the person being bullied
๐งก Be a positive role model for others
Letโs all play our part in creating a safe, welcoming environment!

๐ฅRecently, NMS soccer team battled it out against Chincoteague Middle School in an exciting match! Our students displayed amazing teamwork, determination, and true sportsmanship. Weโre proud of their efforts!๐





๐Join us for an insightful webinar with Dr. Melissa Lopez-Larson on tackling bullying at school, on social media, and beyond. ๐ฌ Learn how to spot the signs, address power imbalances, and create a supportive environment for your kids. Letโs stop the bullying cycle together!

This week, weโre shining the spotlight on Dr. Ron Yorko, our principal at Kiptopeke Elementary School! ๐
Dr. Yorko is an experienced public school administrator and educator with a diverse background spanning alternative, elementary, middle, and high school education.
Over his career, he has held leadership roles, including principal positions at both Northampton Middle School and Occohannock Elementary School. He has also been deeply involved in instructional leadership and student success.
Dr. Yorko brings expertise to NCPS through his leadership and a deep understanding of the Eastern Shore community. Join us in thanking him for all he does! ๐

๐ Join us for celebration at Hispanic Heritage Night! ๐จ๐ด Enjoy food, lively music, art, and topical student presentations.
Community resources will be there, and guests are invited to share dishes from their culture!
Donโt miss this eveningโRSVP through the link in our bio!

Need help with homework or studying? ๐โจ NCPS students have FREE access to Tutor.com for 24/7 support in all subjects! Don't waitโget the help you need anytime, anywhere. ๐ป

A great start for the year! Northampton Middle School is celebrating 78 perfect attendance students!
HORN Award and No Referral Winners:
๐Miguel
๐Jalie
๐Karolyn
๐Malakhi
๐Not Pictured: Above & Beyond Award Winner Kashis
Keep shining, NMS!
#AnchoredinExcellence #NCPS #NMS

Today, we celebrate the enthusiasm of teachers who make learning an adventure. Your creative methods and engaging lessons bring subjects to life, captivating the minds of our students. ๐
Happy World Teachers Day! ๐

๐โจ Dr. Caray Banks from Norfolk State University shared some scholarship wisdom at NHS recently!
๐ก Students got the inside scoop on how to ace the application process and snag funds for college.
#AnchoredinExcellence #NCPS
#norfolkstateuniversity #spartanpride




Happy National Custodian Day!
โจ Today, we celebrate the incredible custodial staff who work tirelessly to keep our schools clean, safe, and welcoming. Thank you for all you do to support our students, staff, and community!

