Week of October 20-24

October 20
Zoom for 8th Grade Field Trip @7:00pm
Academic Team vs. Chestatee

October 21
Zero Period

October 22

October 23

October 24
Hat Day $1

NHMS Schedules

School Excuses

Trojan Donation Sponsors

Deliveries and Drop-Offs

Transportation Information

Partners in Ed.

Safety and Security

NHMS Remind and PTO Remind

NHMS Important Info.

Coach's Corner

Trojan Family!!

I hope everyone had a restful fall break! It was honestly great to see your kiddos back in the building! As we reach the 11-week mark of the semester, we want to encourage all our students to keep up the great effort and stay focused in their studies.

With the holidays (Yes… THE HOLIDAYS) just around the corner, there’s still plenty of time to make strong progress and finish this part of the school year on a high note.

Thank you for your continued support in helping your child stay motivated, focused, and engaged. Together, we can ensure a successful semester!

Feed the Light!

#TrojansLEAD

Feed the Light,
David Wagner
Principal, NHMS

Veterans Day

If you would like to honor a veteran in our Veterans Day presentation, please send a picture to Mrs. Howard at jenny.howard@hallco.org.

Include Veteran's name, branch of military, wars fought (if any), years of experience, and relation to student at NHMS.

If you sent a picture last year, you do not have to resend.

Parent Survey for NHMS GSAPS Visit

Dear NHMS Parents and Guardians, in the Hall County School District, each school in the district undergoes an internal review process called the Georgia School Assessment on Performance Standards (GSAPS) Visit every five years. NHMS will have our GSAPS review at the beginning of November. As part of this review process, feedback is gathered from parents of children that attend the school. We hope you will offer your valuable input by responding to the survey questions linked below before October 30, 2025. All responses are anonymous.

https://forms.gle/iy6QJru6uUWrELi1A

Save the date Veterans Day 2025.pdf

info from Nurse April- Student parent (2) - April Stanfill.pdf

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Beanstack Reading Challenge!

Student reading challenge for October begins October 1st. Log 300 minutes in Beanstack on Launchpoint to collect a prize button!

Chorus Cookie Dough Sales!

8th Grade Chattanooga Parent Zoom Meeting

8th Grade Parents, don't forget the Zoom meeting this Monday, October 20th at 7:00 pm to learn more and ask questions about the Chattanooga trip.

North Hall Field Trip Intro Meeting

Time: Oct 20, 2025 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81740909157?pwd=uSM0jLrqugxYNNm5pzirbOLxRSDwz7.1

Meeting ID: 817 4090 9157

Passcode: 633401

How to register for the trip:

• https://ventresadventures.com/product/northhalladventure/

• Password: NorthHall!

North Hall Trip Brochure SY26 - Kimberley Nash (1).pdf

Sign Up NOW for 8th Grade Chattanooga Trip

8th grade parents, don't forget that registration is still open for the 8th Grade Trip to Chattanooga (April 1-3).

The password is NorthHall!

The deadline to register is November 7. Payment plans are available. Contact the trip organizer, Kristy Ventre, at Kristy@ventresadventures.com for questions.

December 3 and 4th will be the NHMS Tech Fair. Their STEAM project can also be used as their Tech Fair project!

$5 Per Participation is due with the entry form.

Entry forms are available in the front office.

Registration Deadline EXTENDED to October 24th

Photo IDs

These will be available AFTER the picture make-up day in October.

Proud Parent Yard Signs

If you have not picked this up, please do this as soon as possible. You can contact the NHMS Front Office.

Lost and Found

On the last week of each month, there will be a rolling cart in the lobby for students to pick up any lost items. Any items left at the end of the week will be donated.

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Buy Your Yearbook!

Don't miss out! Buy your NHMS yearbook now!

Student LEADers

Teacher and Staff of the Month

Danielle Hall

Danielle Hall is an eighth grade science teacher at NHMS and our September Teacher of the Month. Mrs. Hall recently transitioned as a 6th grade ELA teacher to her position in Science. According to her peers, “Danielle is an amazing teacher and wonderful asset to our 8th grade team. She is doing a wonderful job in her classroom and has stepped up to help brainstorm and create outstanding content for our STEAM project in an irreplaceable way. We’re all so happy she’s joined our team! She is always willing to work with students as well as teachers to help assist them.” Thank you Mrs. Hall!

Jamie Buffington

Jamie Buffington is our data entry clerk for the school, and is our September staff of the month. According to her peers, “Jamie has worked extremely hard over the first month of school making sure every student was scheduled, whether it be providing a schedule, changing a schedule or enrolling new students. Jamie does so many things for our school in outside of her role as our data entry specialist/registrar. From scheduling to data reports, to FTE, to absences and excuses, she keeps our school in compliance and running smoothly.” Thank you for all you do!

NHMS Trusted Adults

STEAM Updates

6th Grade

7th Grade

8th Grade

Field Trips

6th Grade Biztown Field Trip Parent Volunteers needed!

6th grade is looking for parent volunteers to join us on your child's field trip day, Oct. 27th , or 28th. Permission forms coming home soon. If you would like to volunteer, please sign up at this email address: tdominy@georgia.ja.org Thank you for helping to make this trip a success!

6th Grade Biztown Field Trip

For Volunteers:

When? In Person – October 27th or 28th | 8:00 am-2:45 pm 

Where? North Georgia JA Discovery Center – 1150 Lanier 400 Parkway, Cumming, GA 30040

Why do we need coaches? Adults bring the program to life for the students by sharing real life experiences. Our volunteers provide those "aha" moments as they help students discover the value of themselves, their education, and their future possibilities! If you have held a job or paid a bill, you will be a valuable volunteer. Check out our Volunteer Video to see a preview of the day.  

*Parking, Coffee, Day-of Training, and Lunch provided to all volunteers!

Questions about the day? Contact Carla Marquez at cmarquez@georgia.ja.org

How do I sign-up? Scan the QR code on the left or click on one of the following registration links: 

Questions about the day? Contact Carla Marquez at cmarquez@georgia.ja.org

NHMS Athletics

10/25 Football Open

Wrestling Updates

Coach West and Coach Becker are excited for wrestling practice which begins on Monday, October 20 at 4pm. Practice will end at 6pm. We invite parents to come out and watch our first practice. You will get a first-hand glimpse into our practice routines and the importance of working as a team in this “individual” sport.

Also, make sure you have joined our wrestling Group Me. Important information is relayed to wrestlers and parents through this app each weekend for the upcoming week.

Finally, NHMS Wrestling will sponsor a trunk for our middle school Trunk or Treat. Watch for information on how you can help and be part of this event taking place at the middle school on Thursday, October 30.

Looking Ahead

Sources of Strength Week

Sources of Strength Week – Supporting Our Students Together!

October 27th - October 31st, our school will be celebrating Sources of Strength Week, a program focused on building resilience, promoting mental wellness, and encouraging connection among students. Throughout the week, students will participate in fun, meaningful activities centered around key strengths like family support, positive friends, mentors, healthy activities, and more.

As parents and caregivers, you play a vital role in supporting these strengths at home. We encourage you to ask your child about what they're learning, share your own sources of strength, and help us continue these important conversations beyond the classroom.

Together, we can build a stronger, more connected, and caring community!

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