Nash Central Middle School

No Tricks, Only Treats for our Staff! Happy Halloween 🎃👻

Good morning, Bus 357 will be about 30 minutes delayed. We apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you for your patience and have a great day!

Good Evening, Bus 357 will not have a driver in the morning. We apologize for the inconvenience that this situation has caused. Have a great evening.

The ECPS and NCPS Demerger/Transition Plan Team convened on Monday, October 16, for a joint meeting. They delivered presentations to the Nash County Public Schools Board of Education, Nash County Board of Commissioners, Edgecombe County Public Schools Board of Education, and Edgecombe County Board of Commissioners during the meeting. The submission of the transition plan to the state is scheduled for November 15.

We are so thankful for the Fall Treat Bags our AMAZING PTO gifted the staff this week! We're going to be GOURDgeous after eating all these delicious treats 😋!!!

Red Ribbon Week takes place each year from October 23rd through 31st. We invite you to join us by getting involved and continue to make America Drug-Free. The theme for this year's Red Ribbon Week is, "Be Kind to Your Mind. Live Drug Free.™" #RedRibbonWeek #NCPS #NashCountyPublicSchools #NashCPSchools #NCPSchools #WearRed

Red Ribbon Week takes place each year from October 23rd through 31st. We invite you to join us by getting involved and continue to make America Drug-Free. The theme for this year's Red Ribbon Week is, "Be Kind to Your Mind. Live Drug Free.™" #RedRibbonWeek #NCPS #NashCountyPublicSchools #NashCPSchools #NCPSchools #WearRed

Good Afternoon Trojan Families, Today your child should have brought home a copy of their individual "Guardian Rooms Invitation." If you have not signed up for Rooms, please use the information to sign up. This is our primary method of communication and we would love to have 100% participation from our parents/guardians (sample attached). We have our 6th Grade Parent Night on Tuesday, October 17th from 5pm-6pm. Come connect with your student's teachers and Learn How to Support Your Child's Growth and Performance this school year! This Thursday, October 19th, we are collecting the following items in our partnership with the NCMS PTO. Simply drop off the items at the car line in the afternoon.  Individually wrapped candy  Gum  Individual bags of chips  Little Debbie cakes  Cereal Bars  Nabs Reminder Thursday, October 19th - Early Release @ 1:30pm Friday, October 20th - REGULAR SCHOOL DAY Thank you all for your continued support! GO TROJANS

Remote Area Medical Free, first come, first served, no ID required! • Dental • Vision • Medical Rocky Mount, N October 14-15, 2023 @ Nash Central High School • 4729 Nash Central High Road • Rocky Mount, NC 27804 For more information visit https://www.ramusa.org/ • 865-579-1530 #NCPS #NashCountyPublicSchools #NCPSchools #nashcpschools This is a community event, unaffiliated with Nash County Public Schools.

Nash County Public Schools CTE BUSINESS & INDUSTRY ROUNDUP This event is designed to guide students through a progressive journey of exploration and growth. • High School - Our program encourages students to engage their horizons by delving into available internships, and job opportunities, equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed in the professional world. • Middle School - As students progress to this stage, they explore various industries - gaining insights into what different businesses entail, how they operate, and the path to get into those positions, helping them envision their future paths. • Elementary School - expose young minds to the world of business - offering hands-on experiences that ignite their curiosity about potential careers. Stepping stones for growth. #NashCountyPublicSchool #NCPS #CTE #ncpschools

REMINDER Tonight is Curriculum Night! 9/26 @ Arlington Baptist Church, 1500 Bethlehem Rd, Rocky Mount, NC 27803 For more information visit: https://bit.ly/ncpscurriculumnight

Good Evening Trojan Nation! Students were given Progress Reports today. Please contact your child's teacher if you have any questions. Tomorrow is an Early Release day. Students will be dismissed at 1:30. Follow this link for information about Parent Portal and Rooms, https://youtu.be/-6XxS7KWu9M?feature=shared

Friendly Reminder! NCPS CURRICULUM NIGHT September 26th @ Arlington Baptist Church September 28th @ Momeyer Baptist Church 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. The following stations will be available so parents and/or guardians can obtain more info about NCPS: • Pre-k, Elementary, and Secondary Curriculums • Advanced Programs • Exceptional Children (EC) • English Language Learner (ELL) • Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) • Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) • Career and Technical Education (CTE) • Laptops • Parent Portal & Rooms App Help! • Lunch Forms

Big THANK YOU to our Sunshine Committee for our #nationalchocolateday treats and to the PTO for our wonderful meal today!!! First PTO meeting is Monday, 9/18 at 5:00pm in the media center.

Nash County Schools no longer 'low-performing,' new test scores show Nash County Public Schools is celebrating significant strides in academic success. https://www.wral.com/story/nash-county-schools-no-longer-low-performing-new-test-scores-show/21038887/

Message from the Principal Dress Down Days Guidelines ( 9/8) Any student who has received a disciplinary referral this week is disqualified. Students may not wear any types of clothing that are restricted on a regular school days( leggings, cargo pants, joggers....etc) with the exception of blue jeans. Blue jeans are allowed on Dress Down Days only. Students are not held to the color or logo requirement for t-shirts or polos and can wear anything that is appropriate for school. Skirts and shorts are to be the same length as is required on a regular day. No exposed skin above shorts line (3") or exposed midriff/back/shoulders. No tank tops or spaghetti straps. GO TROJANS

Dear NCPS Family: Nash County Public Schools (NCPS) is launching the "Growing Forward Together" campaign, marking a significant step in our demerger process. This initiative reflects our commitment to education with a seamless transition for our community. This is an invitation to attend either one of the upcoming forums regarding the Nash County Public Schools (NCPS) and Edgecombe County Public Schools (ECPS) Demerger, which goes into effect July 1, 2024. We are inviting impacted families and staff to be a part of our NCPS forum, to learn more about the demerger process. Nash County Public Schools Forum Date: Tuesday, September 19, 2023 Time: 5:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Spanish presentation with English interpretation 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. English presentation Location: Fairview Elementary School If you live in Nash County and you are a staff member, or have a child that is K-8th grade, and attends one of the following schools – this is the forum for you: Baskerville Elementary, DS Johnson Elementary, Fairview Elementary, and JW Parker Middle School. Edgecombe County Public Schools Forum Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023 Time: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Location: DS Johnson Elementary School If you live in Edgecombe County, and you have a child that is Pre-K-8th grade attending any Nash County school, join ECPS leaders for a presentation about ECPS's demerger initiatives. Your participation is important. You will learn about what is going on with the demerger process. For detailed campaign information and demerger progress updates, please visit our website (https://www.ncpschools.net/o/ncps/page/ncpsdemerger). Thank you, NCPS Demerger Team

NCPS will reopen on Friday, September 1. This applies to all students, staff, and visitors. Additionally, all scheduled after-school activities for Friday will continue. Please stay connected to our official communication channel https://www.ncpschools.net/page/emergency-landing-page for the latest information on school operations. Thank you, NCPS

Dear Parents and Guardians, This letter is Part 2 of the initial bus email sent on 8/24/2023 regarding our school bus services. This information is intended for those who have submitted the transportation form for the 2023-2024 school year. As previously mentioned, the buses will continue to service all routes, albeit with some delays in reaching the schools. Update on Bus Information: Starting today, Friday, August 25, 2023 - you can login to the link below to find your child's bus information, Some of you may see only "a.m./morning" but it will be the same bus in the "p.m./afternoon." Via this Link: https://ncps.mybusplanner.com/default.aspx You should be able to login with the same email/password you use for the PowerSchool Parent Portal. If you have immediate concerns, questions, or trouble accessing your Parent Portal, please contact your child's school today. Next Steps: Please ensure your information is updated in the Parent Portal and that you've downloaded the Nash County Public Schools App and selected your child's school. Our Commitment: We want to reiterate our commitment to transparency and open communication with our NCPS families. While we understand that the schools typically communicate this information, we recognize the situation's urgency. Rest assured that we are working tirelessly to resolve these transportation issues for the safety and well-being of our students. We appreciate your understanding and patience as we navigate these transportation challenges together. Your child's safety remains our top priority. Sincerely, NCPS