News and events Dec. 15

Happy Friday, Junior Falcons!

News

• REMINDER: Our Toys for Tots Holiday Party is Wednesday (Dec. 20) from 5 to 7 p.m. All students - and their families - are invited to join us at school for an evening of holiday-themed activities (movie, crafts, light refreshments and gifts). All NAMS students will receive a present and families who pre-registered their siblings will receive a gift, as well. Hope to see you here!
• We are excited to announce that we are chartering a new PTA! We encourage all parents, guardians and staff members to sign up today! At our Jan. 24 meeting we will need at least 25 members to attend to vote on this incorporation. Please register as a member and add Jan. 24 on your calendar!
• Registration for modified (grades 7-8) swimming begins next Friday, Dec.22. A link to the online sign up - plus information about the required paperwork - can be found here.
• The City School District of Albany would like your input in our annual Family Engagement Survey! Our family/school relationships and partnerships are central to your student’s success and your feedback is important for our school improvement efforts. The online survey will be open through Jan. 5, 2024.
• If you haven't already, please fill out the district's annual consent forms. Each year, we ask parents and guardians to complete several important online agreements. Learn more.
• NAMS' after-school programming sign ups are ongoing! Any student interested in participating should pick up an application in the main office or register online via this link. A schedule of upcoming offerings can be found here.
• Registration is now open for our Be Well, Wellness Program. If you are interested in joining the program, please fill out this form.
• If you don't already, please 'like' us on Facebook.

Events

• Dec. 15: Q2 interim grades close
• Dec. 19: Winter Concert, 6 p.m.
• Dec. 20: Toys for Tots Holiday Party, 5-7 p.m. Details can be found here.
• Jan. 17: 12:30 p.m. dismissal for professional development
• Jan 19: Q2 Movie Night
• Jan 26: Q2 ends
• Jan. 24: PTA meeting, 5:30 p.m. 
• Feb. 14: Q2 Perfect Attendance and Honor Roll Celebration, 9-10:30 a.m.
• Feb. 14: 12:30 dismissal for professional development
• Feb. 28: PTA meeting, 5:30 p.m. 
• March 8: Q3 interim grades close
• March 11-15: College and Career Week
• March 27: PTA meeting, 5:30 p.m. 
• March 20: 12:30 dismissal for staff professional development
• April 1-5: Art on the Rise mural project (spring break)
• April 15-19: Seal-a-Smile
• April 12: Q3 Movie Night
• April 19: Q3 ends
• April 24: PTA meeting, 5:30 p.m.
• May 6: Q3 Perfect Attendance and Honor Roll Celebration, 9-10:30 a.m.
• May 17: Q4 interim grades close
• May 30: Thacher Park WildPlay field trip
• June 14: Q4 ends

Have a wonderful weekend!