North News | January 15, 2024

Note from the Principal

January 15, 2024

Welcome North Families,

Our 7th and 8th grade families likely remember a newsletter message last school year about the number of incidences of students using racially charged language at North. I am pleased to say our behavior data shows these incidents have greatly decreased this school year, and while we strive to ensure this type of behavior never happens at North and have yet to achieve that target, we are celebrating our students' improvement.

In reflecting on this positive change, we acknowledged the strong partnership with our families as key. When reminders are sent home in the newsletter for families to talk to their students about important topics, we know we can count on our families at North to support their students’ positive behavior at school. Thank you! We all want great things for your students, and when we work together towards that end, we can make great strides.

To that end, please continue to talk to your students about racially charged language, how it is out of bounds at school, and the consequences it could have, including how it makes our peers feel. Talk to your children about how they should never be silent bystanders when they hear this type of language, and discuss the correct pathway to report it and show care for those who are victims of it. Menomonee Falls is an amazing community, and together we can ensure that every student is safe to come to school free to focus on their learning.

Teri Kovars

January Students of the Month

Megan Briggs
Izzy Farvour
Mason Hathaway
Stella Panagopoulos
Zachary Payne
Ella Petras
Tanner Sikora
Jameson Stark
Norah Zheng

Kael Boenitz
Lorenzo Draheim
Adalyn Dux
Josh Goveas
Hazel Hiebert
Colin Haeflinger
Gabrielle Jones
Ayo Kotey
Lillian Lao
Eliana Santiago
Lucas Ward

Rachel Briggs
Megan Browne
Marin Casper
Jacob Gillman
Trevor Griffin
Natalie Heckel
Logan Luczaj
Meghdoot Sarkar
Lillian St. Martin
Katie Watry
Nora Xiong

Rhett is an incredibly hard worker and a kind student. He went out of his way to make a classmate's birthday extra special. He devised a plan to make a super tricky gift to open that took a few tries before revealing the gift, which was bought with Rhett's own money. He brings our class community together with his kindness and generosity.

Rhett Y. - Nominated by Mrs. Carstens

Seth is an AMAZING young man. So helpful. Helps me every day clean up and organize my room. Always gives it his best. Super kiddo!!

Seth G. - Nominated by Mrs. Poetzel

Addison is always helping around the room, and helps peers without needing to be asked! She is such an amazing addition to the art room!

Addison K. - Nominated by Ms. McCalligan

Ryan is a true team player on and off the court. He helps his teammates be successful in the classroom, so they can be successful on the court. Thanks for showing kindness and setting a good example for your peers and teammates!

Ryan L. - Nominated by Mrs. Kruse

Henry is kind, courteous, and helpful! He makes thoughtful choices in all interactions with peers and with teachers. I am so thrilled to have him in art!

Henry S. - Nominated by Ms. McCalligan

Audrey is a quiet leader in Math class. If she has a question, she is sure to seek clarification. She is always prepared & on task and is a great role model for others while striving for academic excellence.

Audrey G. - Nominated by Mrs. Kraft

Sam has a dedication for learning and is giving her all this year. She is knowledgeable about what she needs to work on to accomplish her personal goals. She is also a leader in class and will help anyone that needs to know what to do, or even catch up to where we are on a lesson. She has wonderful attendance and comes ready to work each and every day.

Sam N. - Nominated by Mrs. Carstens

Kenadi is always giving it her best. Helps others. Such a positive attitude.

Does an amazing job in science.

Kenadi D. - Nominated by Mrs. Poetzel

Our 2nd Quarter Incentive will be on January 19th from 1:20-2:34. Students who have 90% attendance, no “Fs” for the quarter, and no Majors for the quarter will be able to celebrate by signing up for some fun activities.

Some of the activities include:

Volleyball
Swimming
Basketball
Board Games
Outside Activities (Will depend on weather)
Creative Art
Movie

Successful attendance, academics, and behavior are the major cornerstones of a successful future and we want to celebrate the successes these students are having.

What is your connection to the Falls community?

I grew up in the Falls.

What schools did you attend in Menomonee Falls?

Ben Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, North, MFHS

Who was your favorite teacher when you went to school in Menomonee Falls?

Too many to name them all but two of them are Terra Chmielewski and Kim Anderson.

Why did you decide to work in the Falls?

First place I got a job, Terra called me about an opening and I applied.

Is there a special memory from growing up in Menomonee Falls?

Musicals, Bowling team

Tryouts for the 7th & 8th Grade Girls Volleyball Teams will be held Tuesday January 23rd through Thursday, January 25th from 2:45 - 4:30 in the gym.

Attendance to all tryout dates is mandatory to be considered for a team. The only exception would be an excused absence (ex illness). Please see Mrs. Stein or Mrs. Wolfe with any questions or concerns regarding this.

Tryout Information - 2024 Game Schedule

Congratulations to the NMS Cheerleading Squad for their 1^st place finish in the Southside Showdown help at Waukesha South High School on December 9^th.

The North Dance Team competed at the New Berlin West Dance Invite earlier this month.

They did a great job and were rewarded with

1st in Kick, 3rd in Pom, and 3rd in Jazz!

Many of our clubs and activities have started so please check the daily announcements and website for more information.

Athletic & Activities registration information

We have had some winter-like weather, and it never surprises the staff at North how some middle school students appear to be allergic to their jackets and winter hats. We will be going outside for recess unless temperatures feels like below 20. Please help in reminding your student to wear their jacket, winter hat, and gloves to school.

Oratorical Application

Essay Application

Favorites

Color: Magenta

Food: Tuxedo cake from Costco

Restaurant: Qdoba

Winter Activity: Reading by the fire

Summer Activity:

Anything outside

Childhood Cartoon: Speed Racer

TV Show: Friends

Book: Anything Dan Brown

How many years have you been at North Middle School? This is my 34th!

What was your first job? Working at Happy Pappy's Pizza

If you could get a free ticket to any event, what would you pick?

Bruno Mars concert

Where is one place you would like to visit? Thailand

If you could travel to any decade, what decade do you choose? 2100

What is one thing you could not live without? Family

If you had a bumper sticker on your car, what would it say? The person who thinks she can and the person who thinks she can't are both right.

If you won a million dollars, what would you do with it?

Go on a world cruise

If you had to sing karaoke, what song do you sing? Crocodile Rock

PTSO Winter Dance - February 9th

Our Winter dance will be on Friday, February 9^th from 6-8 pm at North. Students will be able to dance and enjoy some treats in the cafeteria during this time. Concessions are cash only and the entry fee to get into the dance is $5. If your family is a member of the PTSO, admission to the dance is free. Encourage your student to come to the dance and have a great time.

Join us on Friday, January 19th at 7PM for a Wisconsin Singers Hometown Show!

Tickets can also be purchased at Piggly Wiggly, from any NMS Jazz Band or

Choir student, or from North Middle School teachers Kelly Francis and

Lonna Schickert.

NEW at North - the PTSO will host a Culture Fair on May 2, 2024! It will be an evening of global experiences from food to performances! We need committee members to help make this new event happen. Our first Culture Fair committee meeting will be on Feb. 1 at 6:30 PM in the NMS Library. See you there!