Daily Announcements

Wednesday, March 17, 2010

WEDNESDAY  SCHEDULE

Pledge of Allegiance

“I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands: one Nation under God, indivisible, With Liberty and Justice for all.”

Menu:  

Today                                                                 Tomorrow

Chicken Patty on a Bun                                        Chicken Fried Steak Strips

Chicken Teriyaki                                                   Ravioli

Please check the bulletin board outside of the office or the rack in the office for Information on sporting events, tryouts, community events and current news! We are receiving a lot of information for next year including weight training for ftball next year, cheerleading tryouts, etc.

Reminders:

·          Auditions for Knight Notes, Newton’s select 8^th grade vocal ensemble, will be Tuesday, March 30^th and Wednesday, March 31^st.  There will be a second required audition for call-backs on Thursday, April 1^st.   See Ms. Andrews in 502 for an audition packet. 

·         Attention all 6^th graders attending the end –of- the year Brunswick Field Trip……be sure to get your money and permission slips in to your 4^th period teacher by this Friday.

·         7^th Grade students-There is an information meeting about your Washington DC trip in 2011. The meeting will be on Wednesday, March 17 in the Cafeteria at 6pm. See Mrs. Gaston in room 407 if you have questions or if you need to pick up registration material.

·          8th Grade Students participating in the trip to Washington DC your MANDATORY meeting prior to the trip is on April 6 at 6pm in the Cafeteria. Do not be late. All students and at least one parent must attend.

·         At this point Mr. Atherton has 10 basketball jerseys and money for the pizza party on Thursday, if he does not get at least 20 jerseys and money by the end of the day today, the pizza party will be cancelled.  Please see Mr. Atherton in Room 214 to give him your jersey and money.

·         There will be an NJHS MANDATORY meeting tomorrow morning at 7:15 in the mini-theater for all current and prospective members!

·         Welcome to Sharing Our Humanity Day! Today will be an opportunity to see how people in our community have made a difference, pursued their passion, given their time and talents to their community, used their education and life experience to change something about the world around them. Students please remember to be attentive to our guests. We are pleased to welcome our guests to Newton today to share their life experiences and "humanity" with us. Thank you for joining us!

Teachers – please make sure you get Mrs. Singletary electronic or paper attendance EVERY period – even if nobody is absent.

·         The CODE word of the week is:  ETHICAL 

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Tuesday, March 16, 2010

EVEN DAY  SCHEDULE

Pledge of Allegiance

“I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands: one Nation under God, indivisible, With Liberty and Justice for all.”

Menu:  

Today                                                                 Tomorrow

Tacos                                                                     Chicken Patty on a Bun

Corn Dog                                                              Chicken Teriyaki

Please check the bulletin board outside of the office or the rack in the office for Information on sporting events, tryouts, community events and current news! We are receiving a lot of information for next year including weight training for ftball next year, cheerleading tryouts, etc.

Reminders:

·          Auditions for Knight Notes, Newton’s select 8^th grade vocal ensemble, will be Tuesday, March 30^th and Wednesday, March 31^st.  There will be a second required audition for call-backs on Thursday, April 1^st.   See Ms. Andrews in 502 for an audition packet. 

·         Attention all 6^th graders attending the end –of- the year Brunswick Field Trip……be sure to get your money and permission slips in to your 4^th period teacher by March 19^th (Friday).

·         Did you know that author, Laura Resau will be visiting Newton tomorrow as part of Sharing our Humanity day? You can get a ticket to hear her speak from your Language Arts teacher. Laura’s books will be for sale this week and on the day of the visit if you would like to have it autographed. See Mrs. Colmenero in the library to buy a book or for a book order form.

·         Students remember that tomorrow (Wednesday) is our Sharing Our Humanity Day. This day filled with exciting presenters & booths, is a follow up to our school-wide read of Three Cups of Tea. Please remember your best audience behavior for our guests and remember to be attentive. You will follow your regular Wednesday schedule and your teachers will take you to the presentations once class has started. Our guests are excited to share their life experiences with you as it relates to our book!

·         Attention WEB leaders:  If you signed up to help with Sharing Our Humanity Day tomorrow and did not receive directions from Mrs. Lacey yesterday, please stop by room 206 sometime today.  Also, ALL WEB leaders please wear your WEB shirts tomorrow!

·         Congratulations to the Lady Knights for starting their season off undefeated…Good Job Ladies.  And come on and cheer as the entire team takes on Powell in our very own gym tomorrow after school…Good Luck, Ladies!

·         7^th Grade students-There is an information meeting about your Washington DC trip in 2011. The meeting will be on Wednesday, March 17 in the Cafeteria at 6pm. See Mrs. Gaston in room 407 if you have questions or if you need to pick up registration material.

·          8th Grade Students participating in the trip to Washington DC your MANDATORY meeting prior to the trip is on April 6 at 6pm in the Cafeteria. Do not be late. All students and at least one parent must attend.

·         The CODE word of the week is:  ETHICAL 

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Monday, March 15, 2010

CSAP  SCHEDULE

Pledge of Allegiance

“I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands: one Nation under God, indivisible, With Liberty and Justice for all.”

Menu:  

Today                                                                 Tomorrow

Pizzatas                                                                 Tacos

Grilled Cheese Sandwich                                     Corn Dog

Please check the bulletin board outside of the office or the rack in the office for Information on sporting events, tryouts, community events and current news! We are receiving a lot of information for next year including weight training for ftball next year, cheerleading tryouts, etc.

Reminders:

·         Due to CSAP there is no Homework Hall today.

·         Thursday, after school, the 8^th Grade Boys Basketball team will have their end of season pizza party.  If you want to be there, get Mr. Atherton your jersey and $2 by  Wednesday!!

·         7^th Grade students-There is an information meeting about your Washington DC trip in 2011. The meeting will be  Wednesday in the Cafeteria at 6pm.

·         8th Grade Students participating in the trip to Washington DC your MANDATORY meeting prior to the trip is on April 6 at 6pm in the Cafeteria. Do not be late. All students and at least one parent must attend.

·         Do you dream of being onstage, in the spotlight?  Have you ever thought about trying out for Knight Notes?  C’mon – you know you have.  Auditions for Knight Notes, Newton’s select 8^th grade vocal ensemble, will be Tuesday, March 30^th and Wednesday, March 31^st.  There will be a second required audition for call-backs on Thursday, April 1^st.  All auditions will be after school.  Any current 7^th grader can audition; you don’t have to currently be in 7^th grade choir.  See Ms. Andrews in 502 for an audition packet.  And remember – girls love guys who can sing!

·         There will be a make up fitness lab today for those PE students that have miss a class on fitness lab day.  Be dressed and in the lab by 2:40.

·         Attention all 6^th graders attending the end –of- the year Brunswick Field Trip……be sure to get your money and permission slips in to your 4^th period teacher by March 19^th (Friday).

·         Did you know that author, Laura Resau will be visiting Newton this Wednesday, March 17^th as part of Sharing our Humanity day? You can get a ticket to hear her speak from your Language Arts teacher. Laura’s books will be for sale this week and on the day of the visit if you would like to have it autographed. See Mrs. Colmenero in the library to buy a book or for a book order form.

·         The CODE word of the week is:  ETHICAL 

·         Ethical is defined as determining right and wrong based on accepted standards of behavior and acting accordingly.

An example of being ethical: Eleanor decided it was her ethical duty to do the right thing and stand up to the bullying she witnessed in the hallways.  She went and asked an adult for help. 

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Friday, March 12, 2010

CSAP  SCHEDULE

Pledge of Allegiance

“I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands: one Nation under God, indivisible, With Liberty and Justice for all.”

Menu:  

Today                                                                 Tomorrow

Pizza                                                                      Pizzatas

Fish Sandwich                                                      Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Please check the bulletin board outside of the office or the rack in the office for Information on sporting events, tryouts, community events and current news! We are receiving a lot of information for next year including weight training for ftball next year, cheerleading tryouts, etc.

Reminders:

·         Due to CSAP there is no Homework Hall this week or Monday.

·         Next Thursday, March 18^th after school, the 8^th Grade Boys Basketball team will have their end of season pizza party.  If you want to be there, get Mr. Atherton your jersey and $2 by next Wednesday!!

·         Attention 8^th graders –  you may still order 8^th grade group pictures by going to the website www.BestClassPicture.com

·         7^th Grade students-There is an information meeting about your Washington DC trip in 2011. The meeting will be on Wednesday, March 17 (this is a date change) in the Cafeteria at 6pm. See Mrs. Gaston in room 407 if you have questions or if you need to pick up registration material.

·         8th Grade Students participating in the trip to Washington DC your MANDATORY meeting prior to the trip is on April 6 at 6pm in the Cafeteria. Do not be late. All students and at least one parent must attend.

·         Do you dream of being onstage, in the spotlight?  Have you ever thought about trying out for Knight Notes?  C’mon – you know have.  Auditions for Knight Notes, Newton’s select 8^th grade vocal ensemble, will be Tuesday, March 30^th and Wednesday, March 31^st.  There will be a second required audition for call-backs on Thursday, April 1^st.  All auditions will be after school.  Any current 7^th grader can audition, you don’t have to currently be in 7^th grade choir.  See Ms. Andrews in 502 for an audition packet.  And remember – girls love guys who can sing!

·         Sign language club will meet today after school in the library.  This club is open to all levels of signing from beginner to advanced. 

All students and staff are welcome. We hope to see you there!”

·         There will be a make up fitness lab on Mon. March 15th for those PE students that have miss a class on fitness lab day.  Be dressed and in the lab by 2:40.

·         The CODE word of the week is:  ENCOURAGING

CSAP REMINDERS

 No Homework Hall this week or on Monday of next week!

Don’t forget to “Spring Ahead” on Sunday. Move your clocks ahead 1 hour so that you do not arrive late on Monday morning.

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Thursday, March 11, 2010

CSAP  SCHEDULE

Pledge of Allegiance

“I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands: one Nation under God, indivisible, With Liberty and Justice for all.”

Menu:  

Today                                                                 Tomorrow

Pig in Blanket                                                       Pizza

Grilled Ham & Cheese                                          Fish Sandwich

Please check the bulletin board outside of the office or the rack in the office for Information on sporting events, tryouts, community events and current news!

Reminders:

·         International Club will meet today in room 102 at 3:00.  Join us and learn about Japan.

·         Due to CSAP there is no Homework Hall this week or Monday.

·         Next Thursday, March 18^th after school, the 8^th Grade Boys Basketball team will have their end of season pizza party.  If you want to be there, get Mr. Atherton your jersey and $2 by next Wednesday!!

·         Attention 8^th graders –  you may still order 8^th grade group pictures by going to the website www.BestClassPicture.com

·         7^th Grade students-There is an information meeting about your Washington DC trip in 2011. The meeting will be on Wednesday, March 17 (this is a date change) in the Cafeteria at 6pm. See Mrs. Gaston in room 407 if you have questions or if you need to pick up registration material.

·         8th Grade Students participating in the trip to Washington DC your MANDATORY meeting prior to the trip is on April 6 at 6pm in the Cafeteria. Do not be late. All students and at least one parent must attend.

·         There will be no writers club this week.

·         The CODE word of the week is:  ENCOURAGING

CSAP REMINDERS

 Please make sure you are here on time so that you don’t have to sit out a test and make it up next week!

 No Homework Hall this week or on Monday of next week!

Don’t forget to “Spring Ahead” on Sunday. Move your clocks ahead 1 hour so that you do not arrive late on Monday morning.