NBCMS

June 3, 2022

Dear Parents and Guardians:

Here are the weekly updates from the middle school:

Eighth Grade Class Night:  Our eighth grade class night is tonight, Friday, June 3rd, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm.  Just a few reminders.  Tickets were sold in advance and no tickets will be available at the door.  Only students who purchased a ticket in advance should plan to attend.  Doors will open at 6:30 pm.  The event will conclude at 8:30 pm and rides should  arrive promptly.  Pick up will be from the main entrance and students will be kept on the sidewalk until either a parent walks to the curb to pick them up or pulls their car up to the curb.

We look forward to a good evening for our departing class of 2026.

Middle School Day of Service:  We had a successful day of service and made over 1,000 hygiene bags and first aid kits to be delivered to the Trenton Area Soup Kitchen.  Thank you to all the community members who donated to the project and our students for their work in assembling all the packets.

Sports Physicals:  Northern Burlington’s Athletic Physical Packets are officially online! Paper forms will no longer be accepted by the Nursing/Athletic Departments. Please be patient as we continue to work on the implementation of the new system.

As of June 2, 2022, packets are being accepted for 1) Summer Conditioning and 2) All Fall HIGH SCHOOL Sports/Activities. Please note if you are registering for Summer Conditioning, and you plan to participate in a Fall Sport, you must register for BOTH events independently.  

Please go to the following page to start your 1) Registration Process, and submit your 2) Doctor Approved Physical Packet Upload:  https://northernburlington-ar.rschooltoday.com/

The Athletic Physical Packet for Fall MIDDLE SCHOOL Sports opens on June 7.  Here is the link to start the 1) Athletic Registration Process, and 2) to submit/upload your Doctor Approved Physical Packet:  https://northernburlington-ar....

Any student who wishes to participate in a fall sport, middle school or high school, must complete this important process in order to be eligible.  For additional assistance, please contact the athletic department at 609.298.3900, ext. 2093.

NB Band Fundraiser:  The Band Boosters are hosting a Designer Bag Bingo Night on Saturday, June 4th, to raise money for the Middle School and High School band programs!  This Bingo Flyer has all the details! 

COVID Update from the School Nurse for Healthy School Environment:  The number of weekly positive COVID tests remain elevated.  As a result, we continue to count on the adults at home to limit the spread of COVID at school.

It is critical that parents screen their children at home and keep children who are sick at home.  When in doubt please keep your child at home & consult with your medical provider and school nurse. Leave a message on the attendance line:  609.298.3900 ext. 4060.

We are still following the Burlington County Health Guidelines for COVID & illness:

COVID-19 Compatible SICK Symptoms that indicate school absence and a COVID Test

• At least one of the following symptoms: new or worsening cough, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, new loss of taste and/or smell OR

• At least two of the following symptoms: fever, chills, shivers, muscle aches, headache, sore throat, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue, congestion, or runny nose

Students who come to school with a combination of these symptoms will be sent home by the school nurse and require a lab negative COVID test before they can return to school. 

The Health Department does not allow home COVID tests for clearance due to a margin of error resulting in false negative results, but we can accept POSITIVE Home tests.

Regardless of your vaccination status, if you are symptomatic and have tested positive for COVID-19, then you must isolate for 5 days from the date your symptoms began. If your symptoms are resolving after 5 days, you can end isolation, but you should wear a mask around others for 5 additional days, avoid travel if possible, and avoid places where you can't wear a mask like a restaurant.

Any questions, please contact our school nurse, Ms. Pugliese tpugliese@nburlington.com.  

 

Tours for Incoming 7th Graders (current 6th grade students) & New Students:  This summer, the middle school will be open to tour for any students in seventh and eighth grade who will be with us in September.  The schedule is listed below.  While we do an extensive orientation program for students when school begins in the fall, the summer tours will give students a chance to get a feel of the layout of the building and some familiarity before school opens officially.  The tours will be led by school personnel who will also be able to give an overview of different parts of the middle school program.  In addition, we will have lockers available for students to try out and practice opening using a combination.  

During the summer our facilities department is hard at work getting the building ready for the opening of school, so on a given day different parts of the building may not be accessible and the building will be in some disarray as classrooms are being emptied and cleaned.

Tours will begin at the main entrance to the middle school(near the flagpole).  For students who are interested in visiting for a tour, they must be accompanied by a responsible adult.  Tour group size will depend on the number of registrants.  The tour itself should take no more than 30 minutes. Please complete the form to register for the date you wish to attend. 

Tour Dates and times: 

  • Wednesday, July 20 at 1 pm 

  • Wednesday, July 27 at 1 pm

  • Wednesday, August 3 at 1 pm

  • Wednesday, August 10 at 1 pm

  • Wednesday, August 17 at 1 pm

  • Wednesday, August 24 at 1 pm

  • Wednesday, August 31 at 1 pm

Please sign-up for the Middle School Tours here:   Summer Tour Registration 

High School Tours for Incoming Freshmen (our current 8th grade students) & New Students:  This summer we are going to be offering tours for incoming freshmen and new students provided by our Assistant Principals on the following days from 10 am to 2 pm:  

  • Tuesday, July 19

  • Wednesday, July 20

  • Thursday, July 28

  • Wednesday, August 3

  • Thursday, August 4

  • Monday, August 8

  • Tuesday, August 9

  • Thursday, August 18

  • Tuesday, August 30

  • Wednesday, August 31

Please sign-up for the High School Summer Tours here:  Summer Tour Registration 

Burlington County COVID Vaccination Sites: The CDC continues to recommend vaccination as the best way to prevent the spread of COVID.  Please see this LINK regarding more information on vaccination sites..

If you need it, the Burlington County Health Department is offering walk-in testing for COVID.  Please follow this LINK for location and information. 

Clinical Corner Spotlight:

  • MEMORIAL DAY 2022:  THANK YOU:  We are extremely grateful for those who have sacrificed their lives for our Nation.  Let’s take a moment to pay tribute by way of this special video honoring the fallen, remembering the brave, and reflecting on the high cost of those cherished American freedoms that so many take for granted. Memorial Day Tribute

  • Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Parents and Teachers:  High profile acts of violence, particularly in schools, can confuse and frighten children who may feel in danger or worry that their friends or loved-ones are at risk. They will look to adults for information and guidance on how to react. Parents and school personnel can help children feel safe by establishing a sense of normalcy and security and talking with them about their fears School Violence Resources

  • Summer Group for Students - Is your child struggling with their mental health? Looking for your child to talk things out with peers that can relate? Group counseling will be offered in July only. Tuesdays for High School students and Wednesdays for Middle School students.  Please use the link to sign up! Click here to sign up 

AHERA and IPM Notice:  Please take a moment to review the following required notices:  AHERA and IPM Notice.

Important Dates:

 2022-23 District Calendar approved April 25, 2022.

Revised 2021-22 District Calendar as of February 22, 2022.

June 3:  8th Grade Class Night, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, Tickets Sold in School

June 14 through June 16:  Early Dismissal of Students (12:05 pm)

June 16:  Last Day of School for Students 

Have a good weekend.

Sincerely,

Andrew Kearns, Ed.D.

Principal