✨Highlights of the week✨

🛠️Our Automotive and Carpentry classes traveled to the State Fair of Virginia to participate in the SkillsUSA competition. Students had the opportunity to showcase their talents, apply their skills, and represent our division with pride. Carpentry students Trent F. and Brandon R. earned 4th place overall for their construction of a tool bench in just 3 hours. Congratulations! 🎉

🚌Our QUEST students had the honor of exploring the VA250 Mobile Museum, which brough key stories of Virginia's rich history, including the journey to the American Revolution, right to their backyard. What a chance to explore history in such an immersive way!

☮️The power of our unified community was on full display this week as middle and high school students and faculty celebrated our "One Team Against Bullying" spirit day on October 1st by wearing their favorite jersey and school gear. Students pledged to speak up with kindness, reach out with acceptance, and be a friend through inclusion.
3 months ago, Northampton County Public Schools
students pose with their tool bench and 4th place ribbon
collage of students exploring mobile history museum
bullying prevention month
Join us for a vibrant celebration at our Hispanic Heritage Night! 🌟

We're hosting an evening filled with delicious food, lively music, beautiful art displays, and student presentations. Community resources will also be available. We invite guests to share dishes from their heritages as well!

📅Wednesday, October 16
🕠 5:30 – 7:00 PM
📍Northampton High School Cafeteria

Don't miss this special evening of culture and community!
3 months ago, Northampton County Public Schools
A vibrant orange and dark blue flyer with colorful floral accents for Northampton County Public Schools' Hispanic Heritage Night. The event is October 16 from 5:30 – 7:00 PM at the Northampton High School Cafeteria. The flyer promotes a celebration featuring Delicious Food, Lively Music, Beautiful Art Displays, and Student Presentations. It includes three circular images showing food service, young women in ornate dresses, and a resource table. Guests are invited to share dishes from their heritages.
Un vibrante volante naranja y azul oscuro con detalles florales coloridos para la Noche de la Herencia Hispana de las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Northampton. El evento es el 16 de octubre de 5:30 p.m. a 7:00 p.m. en la Cafetería de la Preparatoria de Northampton. El volante promueve una celebración que incluye Deliciosa Comida, Música Animada, Hermosas Exposiciones de Arte y Presentaciones de Estudiantes. Contiene tres imágenes circulares mostrando servicio de alimentos, mujeres jóvenes en vestidos adornados y una mesa de recursos. Se invita a los huéspedes a compartir platos de sus herencias.
Happy National Custodian Day! 🧹

Day in and day out, our custodians are the unsung heroes who work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep our schools sparkling, safe, and running smoothly. They do more than just clean; they help create the healthy, welcoming learning environment that makes our schools feel like home for our students and staff. We are so grateful for all our NCPS Custodians do to support our community. We couldn't do it without you! 💖
3 months ago, Northampton County Public Schools
Custodian Day-102
✉️You're invited to join us on 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 today: https://cookcenter.info/ATLOct21
3 months ago, Northampton County Public Schools
A graphic for a live webinar titled "Ask A Therapist Live." The event, focusing on "How to Support your Kids' Mental Health," will be held on October 21 at 8 pm Eastern. The graphic includes a photo of a smiling family and the logo for ParentGuidance.org.
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. 🧡

While it's tough to hear that 1 out of 5 students is bullied, the most important part is that 5 out of 5 of us can prevent it. It takes all of us to ensure our schools are places of kindness and respect.

Commit to being a positive force—speak up, reach out, and stand together.

#BullyingPreventionMonth
3 months ago, Northampton County Public Schools
white background with title: October is National Bullying Prevention Month with two statistics: 1 out of 5 students is bullied, 5 out of 5 can help prevent that.
October is Bullying Prevention Month, and NMS & NHS students are standing together! 🧡

Every Wednesday in October is a spirit day, showing our commitment to kindness and unity. This Wednesday is "One Team Against Bullying!" so throw on your favorite team jersey to take a visible pledge against bullying.

Check out our spirit day line-up below👇
3 months ago, Northampton County Public Schools
A bold, orange, and yellow graphic promoting Anti-Bullying Spirit Wednesdays in October for NMS and NHS. The background features a yellow pixelated border and orange flower-like graphics. The flyer lists five themed Wednesdays with their corresponding dates and activity descriptions: October 1 (One Team Against Bullying): Wear your favorite team jersey and take a pledge. October 8 (Postivity): Wear a positive message. Nominate a kind individual to have their name displayed in the lunchroom. October 15 (We Are All Different): Wear mismatched clothes. Decorate a puzzle piece that describes your uniqueness. October 22 (Day of Unity): Wear orange. Sign the school banner to stand up and stop bullying. October 29 (Treat Others With Kindness): Complete a bullying BINGO card in exchange for a treat during the last block.
Help us fill the shelves this season! 🥫 Our NCPS Student Services Food Drive is officially on, and we need your support to help local families.

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! 💖
3 months ago, Northampton County Public Schools
A yellow and white flyer for the NCPS Student Services Food Drive. The title, "FOOD DRIVE," is in large black letters, with the text "DONATIONS NEEDED!" below it. The graphic features a silhouette of several people raising their arms behind a large stack of various colorful non-perishable food cans and boxes. The flyer announces the drive for "FALL 2025" with an IN-SCHOOL DROP OFF at KES, OES, NMS & NHS. It specifies the last day to donate is Nov. 12th and notes that 5 Food Items = 1 HR of High School Community Service. The bottom of the flyer says, "Your Donations Matter, Thank You!"
Happy National Instructional Assistants Day! ✨

We want to thank our amazing instructional assistants for their hard work and dedication. Their support, patience, and passion for education make a world of difference in our classrooms for our students and teachers every day.

🙏We are so grateful for everything you do! Thank you!
3 months ago, Northampton County Public Schools
A thank-you graphic for instructional assistants. The text at the top reads, "THANK YOU INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANTS." Below, four different photos of school staff are arranged around the Northampton County Public Schools logo. The photos include a man and woman in front of a Northampton Middle School banner, two large groups of staff in school hallways, and a woman posing in front of a yellow yellowjacket mascot mural.

👕Get your Northampton High School gear! The Northampton Spirit Shop is open for a limited time. Show your school pride and support the Yellow Jackets by grabbing a hoodie, t-shirt, or other fan gear.

The store closes on October 22, so don't wait!
Shop now: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/nhsjack

3 months ago, Northampton County Public Schools
Join us for the next School Board Meeting on Thursday, September 25, 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.
3 months ago, Northampton County Public Schools
A blue and white graphic from Northampton County Public Schools announcing a School Board Meeting. The text states the meeting will be held on September 25, 2025, at 6:00 PM. The location is listed as the School Board Office at 7207 Young Street, Machipongo, VA. The Northampton County Public Schools logo, a ship's wheel, is also visible.
🔔A friendly reminder that tomorrow, September 23, is an early dismissal day for all Northampton County Public School students. Please check your email for a detailed bell schedule and dismissal times.
3 months ago, Northampton County Public Schools
A blue and white graphic from Northampton County Public Schools. The graphic has a white banner in the center with a red ribbon that says "REMINDER." Below that, the text states "EARLY DISMISSAL" for "September 23, 2025." The Northampton County Public Schools logo is at the bottom of the graphic.
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and while it's coming to a close, our commitment to mental health support never ends. 🤝

Sometimes, starting a conversation about mental health can feel awkward, but just by reaching out, you can be the difference. You don't have to be an expert to help someone feel heard and cared for. Learn more about how to start the conversation at seizetheawkward.org.

If you or someone you know needs support, please speak with a school counselor. For immediate assistance, contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline:
📱Call/Text 988
💻Chat online at 988lifeline.org
3 months ago, Northampton County Public Schools
A light blue graphic for Suicide Prevention Month with dark teal line art. The top has a quote, "Start the Conversation. Be the Difference." Below that, the text reads, "Not sure how to ask if someone's okay? That's okay." The graphic directs viewers to "Find tips at seizetheawkward.org" and includes a line-art drawing of three people sitting at a table talking. The NAMI logo is in the bottom right corner.
🌟Tonight's the night for a Glow Up! 🌟

Join us at Hamilton Field for our Friday Light Theme Night as the Varsity Yellow Jackets Football team takes on the Windsor Dukes at 7 PM. Don't forget to grab a glow stick at the game for just $2 to show your support for our team!

Tickets are available at the gate for $8 cash or online with no fees at the link below👇

🔗 https://gofan.co/event/4380128?schoolId=VA12862
3 months ago, Northampton County Public Schools
A dark, navy blue graphic with glowing neon pink, blue, and purple light effects. The flyer, presented by the Student Government Association, is for "Glow Up Friday Light Theme Nights." The main text is in a bright, glowing script font. The event is on Friday, September 19, and encourages people to "Support Your Football Team." The design is decorated with neon icons of a football, lightning bolts, stars, and a smiling face.

The NCPS Book Mobile is rolling into Cheriton this weekend! 📚

Join us for Family Literacy Day at Cheriton Migrant Head Start on Saturday, September 20, from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM.

We hope to see you there!

Learn more about our Book Mobile here: https://www.ncpsk12.com/page/book-mobile

3 months ago, Northampton County Public Schools
A dark blue flyer with yellow and white accents for a Northampton County Public Schools Book Mobile stop. The flyer promotes a Family Literacy Day and features a colorful bus decorated as a bookmobile, a tall stack of books, and small illustrations of children reading. The event is on Saturday, September 20, from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, at the Cheriton Migrant Head Start, located at 22198 S. Bayside Road, Cheriton, VA.
Happy National School Backpack Awareness Day! 🎒

Today is a great reminder to check that our students are packing their backpacks safely to avoid injury. Here are a few tips:
👉Pack smart and distribute the weight.
👉Regularly clean out your backpack and only carry what's necessary for the day.
👉Pack light and use your locker.
👉Always use both shoulder straps.
👉Bend at the knees when picking up your backpack.

Let's keep our students safe and healthy this school year!
3 months ago, Northampton County Public Schools
A blue and yellow graphic for National School Backpack Awareness Day. The graphic warns that carrying an overly heavy or incorrect backpack can lead to injuries. It features a drawing of a stuffed blue backpack with a "safety first" icon pointing to it. A yellow box lists five "Backpack Safety Tips": Pack smart, clean out your backpack regularly, pack light and use your locker, always use both shoulder straps, and bend at the knees to pick up your backpack.
Northampton County Public Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay on Sept. 17, 2025, due to weather and road conditions. Because of the delay, breakfast will not be served.

All staff should report to their work site 2 hours late. Afternoon employees report at their regularly scheduled time.

All classes will dismiss at their regular time. After-school and evening events will continue as scheduled.
3 months ago, Northampton County Public Schools
Royal blue background with a grey rectangle in the center. Text written in the square that reads: 2-hour delay september 17, 2025
All after-school activities (all sports and 21st Century YMCA) are cancelled this afternoon due to anticipated high winds and heavy rain.

This decision has been made to prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
3 months ago, Northampton County Public Schools
Rainy background with textbox overlay that reads: All after school activities are cancelled on September 16, 2025
Happy International IT Professionals Day! 🎉

A huge thank you to our incredible Technology Department for keeping our schools connected and running smoothly. Your dedication makes a world of difference every day!
3 months ago, Northampton County Public Schools
A blue graphic celebrating "Navigators of Excellence" International IT Professionals Day. It features five framed headshots of team members, each with their name and title: A.J. Ward, Director of Technology; Daniel Wirth, Network Administrator; Brandy Simms, Instructional Technology Resource Teacher; William Stauffer, Technician; and Naomi Collins, Technician. The school logo is in the bottom left corner, and the bottom of the graphic says, "THANK YOU!"
Here are this month's webinar events from Parent Guidance!
4 months ago, Northampton County Public Schools
ParentGuidance September
ParentGuidance September
Children don’t need perfection, they need connection! Parent Coaching is a FREE resource provided by our school district and Parent Guidance that connects you to regularly scheduled meetings with a coach, as well as content created by therapists. Parent Guidance is here to support you throughout the year with Parent Coaching. Click here to register for ongoing support from a coach: https://cookcenter.info/coaching
4 months ago, Northampton County Public Schools
Parent Coaching
Parent Coaching