Dear Students, Families, Staff and Community Members,

I am excited for the opportunity to be principal of Northampton Middle School.  As I get to know our teachers, staff, and students, learning more about the culture that makes this school unique and the values that are important to this community will be a priority.

I believe a school in which the administration and teachers hold students to a high standard with student accountability for their own learning and behavior will have high student achievement.  Equally as important, administration who demonstrate to the teaching staff that their efforts are vital to the success of the school will result in higher teacher motivation, retention, and morale.  Our school will be dedicated to providing your child a quality education.

We invite you, as parents, to take an active part in your child’s education by visiting Northampton Middle School for our academic, sporting, and social functions.  I also encourage you to monitor your child’s progress through PowerSchool and meet directly with your child’s team of teachers when needed.  With your support, we will strive to make this a successful year for your child.  If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the school at (757)-678-5151

Sincerely,

John Killmon, Sr.

Principal

Northampton Middle School

OUR VISION

The Northampton Middle School family will be a community where every member is valued, challenged, and accountable for everyone's growth.

OUR MISSION

The Northampton Middle School family will provide a safe, engaging, student-centered environment where all learners are challenged, encouraged, and supported to maximize growth and accountability. Our students will be prepared for College, Career, and Citizenship Readiness through a comprehensive CTE and Elective Program. Attendance at Northampton Middle is a priority. Our values speak to who we are and how we act. All stakeholders are welcome as active additions to the NMS Family.

What We Value as the NMS Family

1. Show respect to others and yourself through your actions and your words.

2. Listen twice as much as you speak.

3. Kindness - Speak it, practice it, live it. 

4. Be safe. Keep our school safe for you and others.

5. Follow all School Board policies and local, state, and federal laws.

6. Actively engage in your education and take responsibility for your choices - Good and Bad.

7. Focus on what you can control and keep the Distractions away - cell phones and Social Media included.

8. Be honest and act with integrity.