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Dear Parents & Guardians,

Attached is our Weekly Sunday Update, which can be found at the link or text below.

Thank you.

Dr. Mayes & Mr. Horlick

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Parent & Student Weekly Email

Nitschmann Middle School Weekly Update, Home of the Nitschmann Nation!

Sunday, March 7, 2021, to Sunday, March 14, 2021

 

  • Spring Sports Begin Tuesday, 3/9: Students participating in NMS soccer & softball should be prepared to be inside & outside this week as we kick off our normal spring sports season. See information below. Note: 8th grade boys trying out for the LHS freshman baseball team have been emailed the necessary information.  

 

  • 2021 PSSA & Keystones Exams: Dates for the 2021 PSSA & Keystones will be announced shortly by the BASD. We are planning to administer these exams in May online at school. Dr. Mayes will have a video prepared with everything when this plan is updated.

 

  • AM Drop-Offs & PM Pick-Ups: As the winter weather fades, please keep in mind that the Main Parking Lot is designed to have quick drop offs & pick ups as needed. We have seen a decline in students riding the busses in the am & pm – there are plenty of seats on the busses for all students who are eligible to ride on hybrid days. We encourage students to walk, ride their bikes, and ride the busses each day to reduce the number of cars in the lots at arrival & dismissal. Students should take advantage of the nicer weather!

 

  • Outdoor Lunch Dining Returns: As soon as the snow melts on the patio this week, students will be able to dine outside at lunch periods on the patio. When the grass is dry and free of snow with warmer temperatures, they will be permitted to sit in the grass. 

 

  • Outdoor Physical Education Resumes: Students should be prepared on warm days to return outside for physical education classes during the week. We want our students outside on the turf to get some exercise! 

 

  • Welcome to Officer DeFrank!: Bethlehem Police Officer DeFrank will be joining us at Nitschmann to take Officer Joniec’s place, as he assumed a new position within the department. Please welcome Officer DeFrank and wish Officer Joniec good luck in his career!

 

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Links to Review

BASD Parent Portals Link (Schoology, Home Access Center, SchoolCafe, etc.)

BASD Dashboard & Internet Provider Resources at this link.  

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Upcoming Dates to Be Proactive! Weekly Schedule & Highlights NMS Website & BASD NMS Event Calendar

 

6/4 Tentative Date 8th Grade Dance; 6/9 Tentative Date 8th Grade Moving Up Ceremony 6pm

 

Day Date Cycle Day Notes Hybrid A-L Hybrid M-Z e-Classroom
Schoology Login Required for Attendance Daily!
Monday 3/6 Remote @ Home Day (Schoology Login Required for Attendance)

e-Classroom Meetings in afternoon (12pm-3pm)

Tuesday 3/7 Odd Day

Lion’s Pride Activity

Spring Sports Begin In-Person @ School Remote @ Home Remote @ Home
Wednesday 3/8 Odd Day

Lion’s Pride Activity

Remote @ Home In-Person @ School Remote @ Home
Thursday 3/9 Even Day

LEAD 

In-Person @ School Remote @ Home Remote @ Home
Friday 3/10 Even Day

LEAD 

Daylight Savings Time Begins on Sunday AM Remote @ Home In-Person @ School Remote @ Home

 

Day Date Cycle Day Notes Hybrid A-L Hybrid M-Z e-Classroom
Schoology Login Required for Attendance Daily!
Monday 3/15 Remote @ Home Day (Schoology Login Required for Attendance)

e-Classroom Meetings in afternoon (12pm-3pm)

Tuesday 3/16 Odd Day

Lion’s Pride Activity

St. Patrick’s Day – Wear Green! In-Person @ School Remote @ Home Remote @ Home
Wednesday 3/17 Odd Day

Lion’s Pride Activity

St. Patrick’s Day – Wear Green! Remote @ Home In-Person @ School Remote @ Home
Thursday 318 Even Day

LEAD 

In-Person @ School Remote @ Home Remote @ Home
Friday 3/19 Even Day

LEAD 

Remote @ Home In-Person @ School Remote @ Home

 

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School-wide Announcements 

 

Dr. Roy’s Weekly Message: This week’s BASD eNews has …

 

*The announcement of the March 2021 Employee of the Month and the BASDproud recipient of the week. 

 

*Must see videos like the All City Orchestra Performance and the East Hills Instrumental Music Winter Performance.

 

*Info on BASD employee discount membership to St. Luke’s Fitness and Performance Center.

 

*The Academic Calendar Changes for this School Year

 

*Looking for something to make for dinner tonight? We have a great recipe for Spicy Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo. 

 

For this and many more items, please view this week’s edition of the BASD eNews.

 

BASD eNews from Dr. Roy – March 5, 2021

 

Nitschmann 2020-2021 Yearbook (Markovic, Gomez)

Place your order for a 2020-2021 Nitschmann Middle School yearbook. There will be no extra yearbooks ordered this year.

Cost:  $35.00; Make checks to Nitschmann Middle School

Order online:

Go to:  yearbookordercenter.com.

Enter NMS Code: 5049

For In-School Order Form: Please see Mrs. Markovic or Mrs. Gomez

 

Schoolwide Library Services (Werkheiser) 

Email Mrs. Werkheiser at lwerkheiser@basdschools.org for help with books or services! 

The library website is full of resources for students. 👉https://beth.libguides.com/NitschmannMiddleSchool

🛑Remember to shut down your Chromebook EVERY DAY

BOOK SUGGESTIONS FOR THE UPCOMING WEEK

Sixth grade students learned about our Biography section this past week. Monday, March 8 is the perfect day to read a biography about a woman in honor of “INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY.”👩💁

☘☘Celebrate March with a green book for ST. PATRICK’S DAY 

or a basketball book for MARCH MADNESS.🏀🏀

💛💛Have you seen the yellow bookmarks in the library books yet?? NMS Staff chose their favorite books, and YOU can check them out or look through the shelves to find out which ones were chosen. You might find out that you and your teacher like the same book!💛💛

Schoolwide Library Services (Werkheiser) 

GREAT NEWS!! 🙌🎉

While you are learning at home, Nitschmann Middle School Library books are available for you to check out and read! 

 

It’s easy!

Step 1: Browse through the NMS Library collection on OPAC in my Libguides website. 

https://beth.libguides.com/NitschmannMiddleSchool

 

Step 2: Email me the titles of one or two books that you would like to check out at 

lwerkheiser@basdschools.org

 

Step 3: Wait for a return email from me, letting you know that your books can be picked up from the cart between the front doors at Nitschmann. 

 

MathCounts Update:  (Lafey)

Congratulations to Stefan Christiansen who qualified to represent Nitschmann at the Chapter Invitational Competition later this month.  He ranked 14th out of students from schools throughout the Lehigh Valley and the Poconos.  Stephanie Zheng was 22nd and Carsten Rothbauer was 25th.  Great Job!

 

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Student Services Updates:

Contact Members of the Student Services Team by email: Mr. Horlick, Assistant Principal; Mrs. Scott, SSC Guidance Secretary; Mrs. Falcone, SSC Attendance Secretary

 

 Schoology Directions for Parents

 

6th Grade: Mrs. Hipp’s Counseling Google Site for Students

https://sites.google.com/basdschools.org/hippcounselingcorner/home

7th Grade: Ms. Stewart’s Counseling Google Site for Students

https://sites.google.com/basdschools.org/stewartscounselingcorner/home

8th Grade: Mr. Kehler’s Counseling Google Site for Students

https://sites.google.com/basdschools.org/mr-kehlers-counseling-corner/home

 

Free!  Dental Patients being accepted:

Cleanings, exams, fluoride treatments and more to be offered.

https://www.northampton.edu/today-at-ncc/dental-patients-accepted-.htm

 

Free!  Parenting Teens Series: 

Registration Required. 7 Mondays, Begins March 8th.

https://www.thechc.org/public-online-programs-calendar.html/event/2021/03/08/step-systemic-training-for-effective-parenting-1-on-mondays-from-3-8-4-26/316613

Registration Required. 7 Tuesdays, Begins March 9th

https://www.thechc.org/public-online-programs-calendar.html/event/2021/03/09/step-systemic-training-for-effective-parenting-1-on-tuesdays-from-3-9-4-20/326644

 

https://www.safe2saypa.org/  If you have a concern for the well being of a fellow student or yourself, you can make an anonymous referral to SAFE2SAY. 

 

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Core & Encore Team Updates 

Team Lafayette (6th) (Twitter @NMSLafayette Team Leader Mrs. Hackman)    It was great to have the kids in “all week”!  Work has been getting completed, and we have seen great energy in class.  Spring is close, be sure to continue putting your work in the forefront and making your health a priority.  Thank you for your efforts in classes and at home.

 

Team Lehigh (6th) (Twitter @NMSTeamLehigh/ Facebook @NitschmannTeamLehigh Team Leader Mrs. Oliver

Congratulations to our January and February Pride of the Lions: Eyad Essibir, Aubrey Stelma, Brady Frisch, Chloe, Ferullo, and Marissa Simmons.  We greatly appreciate there hard work and dedication. 

 

It is officially the middle of the 3rd marking period. IPR’s will be available this week, but you do not have to wait. Check your grade report in Schoology to see if all your grades are in good standing. Look not only for missing assignments, but also assignments for which you did not do well on and you may be able to remediate. This process of checking in our your grades should be part of your weekend routine!!!

 

As we have mentioned before, the library is open  both before (7:30 am) and after (til 4:00) school for students who need a place to come in and work. As of now very few  have taken advantage of coming in before school.  If you have trouble finding a quiet place to work at home or your internet is not all that stable, before school is an excellent solution to the problem. We are also here after school til 3:30 for extra help and Mr. Fritzinger is here for math help at 7:30 as well. 

 

Team Moravian (6th) – (Twitter @NMSTeam Moravian/Facebook@NMSTeamMoravian Team Leader Mrs. Roufakis)  

With the snow days in the last few weeks, we have noticed several students missing work. Grade sheets have been handed out and need to be signed. Please return them on Tuesday/ Wednesday this week.We are available before and after school. Talk to your teacher if you would like to work on any assignments during those times. 

 

Team Kutztown (7th)(Twitter @TeamKutztown Team Leader Mr. Falteich) – We are now midway through the 3rd quarter. Students should check Schoology to see that they are up to date with all assignments.Math (Mrs. Evancho) – Reminder: All students should be bringing calculators to class with them! Science (Mr. Pearson) – This week we will be reviewing the last two sections and preparing for a test on them at the end of the week . The test will cover material from the 

“What is Life?” and “Chemical Compounds in Cells” sections and will be on Thursday, March 11th (A – L); 

Friday, March 12th (M – Z); and due by Sunday, March 14th (E-Classroom).  English (Mr. Falteich) – This week students  will present their final 3-5 minute persuasive speeches. Each student has received a grading sheet/rubric with the expectations for the persuasive speech. Hopefully the speech will be a positive and memorable educational experience. Geography (Mr. Danyi) -Students will learn about the physical and human features of Mexico.

 

Team Penn State (7th) (Twitter @NMSPennState/Facebook @NMSTeamPennState/ Instagram pennstatenms Team Leader Mrs. Getz)

E-Classroom Students: Mrs. Getz sent an email with your new E-Classroom schedule for Monday afternoon. Class times have not changed, but the order of your classes has changed. You should have received either the Blue Schedule OR the White Schedule. We are moving to using Go Guardian, and will NOT be using Zoom. In order to attend class, be on your school laptop at the time of class, and your teacher will call you through Go Guardian. Please email with any questions. 

ELA (Getz) – WeVideo projects are due on Friday, March 5th. This week we will move to a poetry unit focused on civil rights.  Downey(ELA) – We are finishing We Beat the Street. WeVideo projects should be finished this week.    Geography: Students will learn about the physical and human features of Mexico.  Math:  Reminder:  All students should have their calculators with them in class every day.  Periods 3,6 and 9 are working with applications of the percent – this week it’s interest.  Periods 2 and 8 are working with algebraic expressions.  Science: We will start talking about cell respiration and photosynthesis. 

 

Team DeSales (8th) (Team Leader Mrs. Pogue):   Instagram @NMSTeamDSU8  E-classroom students: Remember that we will be switching over to Go Guardian on Monday for your classes! See any updates in the Desales E-classroom group on Schoology.

ELA:  We will continue reading Monster this week! You should be finished reading up to page 116, have your digital folder updated, and complete your E/I chart for class this week.  Get ready to participate in a jigsaw as we  explore some non-fiction articles about the justice system.  HISTORY:  We are almost to the best Unit of the Year, this week we will be learning about the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation. Get your pocket Constitutions ready!!!  SCIENCE: Get ready for your science on Balanced and Unbalanced Forces on Thursday and Friday! We’ll be reviewing in class, but you also have notes to review. Start the marking period off strong! MATH: All folder work is due by Monday night, 3/1, at midnight in order to be counted on your progress report. Remember… No Zeroes = Donuts! Algebra1 will have their Topics 2 & 4 Exam (finally!) on Tuesday and Wednesday. Parents: You may use these links to see what your child’s week ahead in math looks like. [DSU Math 8 Weekly Agenda] [DSU Algebra 1 Weekly Agenda]

 

Team Northampton (8th) (Twitter @TeamSpartanNMS Team Leader Mrs. Hood)  

In History, students will use their artistic abilities to turn the views of Hamilton and Jefferson into works of art.  Students will also learn about the XYZ affair, Alien and Sedition Acts and the Supreme Court case of Marbury vs. Madison.  In Mrs. Hinkel’s ELA class, we will apply our poetic terms to Robert Frost’s “The Road Not Taken.”  Poetry term quizzes are scheduled for Wednesday, March 3 and Thursday, March 4.    In Wallach’s ELA class, we are continuing to read The Outsiders. We are working on giving detailed responses with text-based evidence along with higher-level thinking skills. Students are currently reading chapters 7-8 and working on critical analysis and quote analysis. Science: We will be reviewing Newton’s Laws and the Test on all of Newton’s laws will be Thurs/Fri.     In Grade 8 Math (Periods 4 and 9), quiz on Tuesday/Wednesday Slope Intercept Form and introduction to Relations and Functions.  In Grade 8 Math (Period 3), Thursday/ Friday Test on Slope Intercept Form .  In Algebra 1, quiz on Tuesday/Wednesday Solving Systems using Elimination and Graphing Systems of Inequalities and review for Unit Test (Thursday / Friday).

Team Pitt (Encore) (Twitter @NMSTeamPitt Team Leader Mrs. Hoffman Mrs. Hoffman

Music (Mrs. de Vries Twitter @ldevriesmusic)-The current encore rotation ends on March 16. Make sure to complete assignments and ask for help when needed. E-learners need to attend virtual class on Monday. Check your music class on Schoology for the time to log on.

 

Health and Fitness: Make sure to complete outstanding assignments before the marking period ends. Speak with your teachers for questions, comments and concerns. 

 

Team Bloomsburg (Encore World Language and Library) (Twitter @NMSBloomsburg / Team Leader Dr. Sierra)-

Be sure to contact us if you have any questions.  Please note due dates and times written on assignments. *Mid marking period is March 5.  We are available via email.  If you would like a conference call, email your teacher so a go guardian call can be set up. 

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Extracurricular Activities

Is your child interested in an after-school club or activity? Email the advisor for more information!

 

AM Basketball (Advisor Dr. Mayes) None at this time.  

 

Anime Club (Advisors Ms. Fehr/Mrs. Wallach)  Our next meeting will be March 16-17 during Lion’s Pride in room 104. We are still accepting new members to the club. Listen for announcements. 

 

Art Club (Advisor Mrs. Lund) The Art Club students should come to room 011 on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings during Lion’s Pride. Bring your drawings with you so we can get back on track after the crazy winter schedule!! If you have conflicting morning activities see me and we can discuss other options.

 

Artsmart @ Banana Factory (Advisor Mrs. Lare)  The Winter/Spring Art Smart classes from the Banana Factorystarted last week!  The Tuesday creative writing class is held from 3:10 – 4:10 in Mrs. Lare’s class, Room 317. Students should bring a pen and pencil.  The Thursday jewelry/wiring class is held from 3:10 – 4:10 in Mrs. Lund’s ground floor art class.  All materials will be provided. There are still spaces available in each class, but this week is the last week students may sign up.  PLEASE NOTE: WEDNESDAY/FRIDAY HYBRID STUDENTS AND E-CLASS STUDENTS MAY SIGN UP FOR AND JOIN THE CLASSES VIA ZOOM.  Email Mrs. Lare right away if you are interested: alare@basdschools.org  Students who have already signed up should return their permission forms to Mrs. Lare.

 

Course descriptions are below:

 

Creative Writing with Josh Berk

“The creative writing program is called Write Now! and is offered in conjunction with the Bethlehem Area Public Library. Author/Library Josh Berk makes writing fun. Students will learn about all different types of creative writing – poetry, fiction, memoir, and more – then try their hand at each.  We will work together to publish a literary journal to share creations in a fun and creative way.” 

 

Jewelry and Wirework with Allison Mackenzie

“Twist, tie, wrap, and bend.”  Work with wire, leather, and beads to explore ancient jewelry making techniques with your own modern creativity. No special tools needed – everything easily made with supplied kits. This session will explore Native American wire dream catcher pendants, Nordic leather cord knotting, and Celtic inspired braided wire.”

 

Dance Team (Advisor Dr. Sierra) Activity pd. will be in the auditorium on Tue/Wed. After school practices will begin again- please check w/ Dr. Mayes- looking to continue Tues and Friday until 4 pm.  

 

Environmental Club (Advisor Ms. Stewart)Our next meeting will be held on Monday, February 22nd at noon. For more information, please search for our club on Schoology. Information and zoom links will be posted there.

 

French Club(Advisor Mrs. Lare)  Mardi Gras is Tuesday, February 16! All French classes will be celebrating throughout the week.  Students are encouraged to wear the Mardi Gras colors – purple, green, and gold – on their day in French. Students will have the option of making an on-line or actual mask in class. If they’d like to make the latter, they may bring their own arts & crafts decorations. Laissez les bons temps rouler! Let the good times roll! 

 

German Club (Advisor Mrs. Sofka) Hallo alle! German club will meet Tuesday & Wednesday in Frau Sofka’s room 313 during Lion’s Pride! This week we will be testing your German knowledge by playing a German Trivia Game and watching a Film in German!

 

Fitness Club ( Advisor Mrs. Oliver)  None at this time. 

 

FCS/DIY Club (Advisor Mrs. Hoffman) None at this time. 

 

Intramurals (Advisor Mr. Ortwein)  None at this time. 

 

Lacrosse Intramurals: (Advisor Ms. Weinert ) None at this time.  

 

Leadership Council (Advisor Mr. Kocon) None at this time. 

 

Lion Service Club (Advisor Mrs. McLaughlin)  Thank you to everyone who donated used eyewear for the Lion’s Club who will have the glasses reconditioned and distributed on mission trips.  Our next project will be in February. Once again, we will be collecting for Roadtrip Rescues. Please look for more information to come out. Members–our next meeting will be on 3/8 at 12:00pm.

 

Lion’s Pride (online school newspaper)  (Advisor Ms. Bouhana) We will meet virtually at 11am Monday and during activity period on Wednesday. The link can be found in the calendar in our Schoology group. Lion’s Pride Newspaper 2020-2021 Second Edition

 

Mathcounts (Advisor Mrs. Novatnak Lafey

Congratulations to Stefan who finished 14th in the Chapter Competition and qualified to attend the Chapter Invitational Competition on 2/25.  I’d also like to congratulate Stephanie, who finished 22nd, and Carsten, who finished 25th.  All students who participated should be able to log into the AOPS website to see their answers and the correct ones, as well as the questions.

Stefan took the Chapter Invitational Competition this week, results will be available Thursday evening.

Any questions?  Please contact Mrs. Lafey, nnovatnak@basdschools.org

 

National Junior Honor Society  (Advisors Mrs. Wallach/Mrs. Druckenmiller) (Twitter-@Njhs_Nitschmann; Instagram- @Njhs_Nistchmann ) Our first zoom and in-person tutoring sessions were a great success! We will offer tutoring once a month so listen for announcements. 

 

Nitschmann Dramatics (Advisor Mrs. Hriniak)    Rehearsals now go until 5:00.  Check your email for the March schedule.  See the update emails from Mrs. Hriniak for information.  Keep doing some online research about Hairspray background topics so you have a better understanding of our show.  Listen to your music at home and read your script so you know the show forwards, backwards, and inside-out!

 

Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science (PJAS) (Advisor TBA) None at this time. 

 

Photography Club: None at this time

 

Reading Olympics (Advisor – Mrs. Nonnemacher)We continue  meeting Tuesdays and Wednesdays during Lion’s Pride. Our Nitschmann Mask fundraiser will continue during the time we meet.  (Mrs. Werkheiser will also sell them throughout the day in the library if you can’t make it during Lion’s Pride on a Tuesday or Wednesday) They are $10.00 a piece. The competition will be virtual this year on April 15th, 2021 at 3:30 P.M. We will begin preparing for the competition and meeting as teams starting  Tuesday / Wednesday,  March 16 / 17 during lion’s pride and continuing until the competition. Please contact Mrs. Nonnemacher, Mr. Pearson or Mrs. Werkheiser if you have any questions. 

 

Riding for Focus (Advisors Mr. Miller & Mr. Bellucci) None at this time.

 

The Lion’s Den School Store  (Advisors Ms. Roufakis & Mrs. Evancho

Application for 6th graders

Online order form….click here.  Orders will not be processed until payment is received!

 

Save the Sea Turtles Club (Advisor Mrs. Oliver)  None at this time. 

 

**Ski & Snowboard Club (Advisors Mr. Downey and Mrs. Druckenmiller) Passes were handed out.  If you have any questions or concerns please contact Mr. Downey. Please utilize your passes at your convenience.  

 

Spanish Club (Advisor Ms. Bouhana) We will meet virtually at 11:30 Monday. The link can be found in the calendar in our Schoology group.

 

Student Lighthouse ( Advisors Mr. Kocon / Mrs. McLaughlin / Miss Bouhana) We meet every Tuesday for A-L students and every Wednesday for M-Z students during activity period. These meetings are mandatory for all members, unless you have spoken with one of us prior. Meet in room 201. Email us if you have any questions or concerns.

 

Step Team (Advisor Dr. SierraActivity pd. will be in the auditorium on Tue/Wed. After school practices will begin again- please check w/ Dr. Mayes- looking to continue Tues and Friday until 4 pm.  

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Strategy Club (Advisor Mr. Kehler) Want to participate, request to join the group, or email Mr. Kehler to get the Schoology group link.    

 

Yearbook (Advisor Mrs. Markovic & Mrs. Gomez) 

 

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Nitschmann Middle School Performing Arts Department Updates

Nitschmann Middle School Instrumental Music Website (Click Here!)

Mr. Daniel Zettlemoyer, Instrumental Music 

 

SCHEDULE FOR THE WEEK

    Monday 3/8: Instrumental Music Leadership Council meeting via Zoom 10am.

    Tuesday 3/9: A Hybrid ALL String Orchestra students 7:15am

                          A Hybrid Jazz band 8:30am

    Wednesday 3/10: Z Hybrid ALL String Orchestra students 7:15am

                                Z Hybrid Jazz band 8:30am

    Thursday 3/11: A Hybrid Percussion & Color guard 7:15am

    Friday 3/12: Z Hybrid Percussion & Color guard 7:15am

 

UPCOMING EVENTS

March 2 – March 26 Jared bag items collection

March 17 NIMAS general membership meeting 7:30 PM via Zoom.

March 22 Winter Color Guard rehearsal and recorded performance.

April 21 NIMAS general membership meeting 7:30 PM via Zoom.

May 12        NIMAS general membership meeting 7:30 PM via Zoom.

May 19  Spring instrumental and choral concert. (This date is tentative pending administrative approval)

May 25  RAIN DATE for spring instrumental and choral concert. (This date is tentative pending administrative approval)

 

ALL-CITY ORCHESTRA CONCERT

Even during the restrictions of the Covid-19 pandemic, the middle school instrumental music program found a way to celebrate music in our schools. Enjoy this performance featuring musicians from all four of our middle schools, coming together for this one of a kind concert.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE CONCERT

 

SCHOOL INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC LESSONS

1) Lesson schedules and Zoom links are located in the students Activity 1-11 course on Schoology.

2) This is a short video on HOW TO FIND YOUR LESSON DAY, TIME, and ZOOM LINK.

 

COLOR GUARD UPDATES:

  • Rehearsals are before school at 7:15am on Thursdays/Fridays.
  • We are currently working on routines for the Winter Performance.
  • Our pre-recording date for the virtual Winter Performance has been rescheduled for Monday March 22, 8:00am to 3:00pm in the gym. Because this is a normal Monday home learning day, we will be able to have both A-L and M-Z groups rehearse together at school in the gym before recording our performance. Please make transportation arrangements, as buses will not be running on this day.

More details will be sent out closer to March 22, but at this time please update your calendar to cancel the evening of March 3 and save the date for Monday March 22 during the day.

  • Review basic skills, spins, and routines.
  • YOUTUBE Playlist of skills, spins, and routines.

 

NIMAS ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • The next NIMAS general membership meeting is on Wednesday, March 17 at 7:30PM.
  • If you received an invitation email from Mr. Zettlemoyer from Cut Time, that is because you need to complete the activation of your Cut Time profile.
  • The $25 registration fee has been added to your child’s financial obligation page on Cut Time. There are 3 ways you can make a payment.
  • You can use funds from your fair share account. Please email the treasurer at NIMAStreasurer@gmail.com if you would like to use your fair share to pay the registration fee.
  • You can pay online with a credit or debit card.
  • You can mail a check to: (Make your check payable to NIMAS. Write your child’s full name on the memo line.)

NIMAS

1002 W. Union Boulevard

Bethlehem, PA 18018

If you have any questions, please contact the treasurer at NIMAStreasurer@gmail.com.

 

COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT:

The Nitschmann Middle School band and orchestra is collecting NEW items for the Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital.

 

Our goal is to fill 100 bags to help make a child’s stay in the hospital a brighter experience. Help us make a huge difference and put a smile on a child’s face!

 

Please see the attached list of accepted donations. No glass or food items. You can view the list of items here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1n7PSb3BP8FNODuirnEvdXC4hloZFI_fW/view?

 

Please drop off your donation in the boxes located outside the band room beginning Tuesday, March 2, 2021 and running through Friday, March 26, 2021.

 

FUNDRAISING:

  • Help raise funds for our Instrumental Music Program while enjoying a salon experience at Among Friends Hair & Nail Design. Among Friends Hair & Nail Design will generously donate a portion of sales from the salon service that you receive. Appointments must be booked by May 28, 2021.

 

Visit www.amongfriends.vpweb.com for a complete list of services

Among Friends Hair & Nail Design

77 W Broad St Ste 16C

Bethlehem, PA 18018

(610) 866-4789

 

Please note:

Book your appointment through May 28, 2021.

Please mention the NIMAS FUNDRAISER when booking your appointment.

  • Amazon Smile – Amazon Smile donates 0.5% of the price of your eligible Amazon Smile purchases to the charitable organization of your choice. Go to http://www.nmsim.org/announcements/amazon-smile/ for more information.

 

 

Choral Music (Twitter @ldevriesmusicMrs. Linda de Vries, Glee & Nitschmann Singers Director    

Mrs. Jody Parris, Choral Music Director

 

Do you love to sing? Come and join Glee Club, Nitschmann’s chorus! Watch our 2020 spring celebration video to take a peek into our beautiful choral family: Glee Celebration Video. Hybrid students are currently meeting in person during Lion’s Pride time. Come prepared to sing outside if the weather is nice. We also have weekly Zoom rehearsals every Monday from 10:15-10:55. Students interested in Glee should register at this link: Glee Registration

Please see Mrs. de Vries with any questions. Let’s keep the family growing!

 

Please stay in touch by checking our Schoology page for current information!

 

Rehearsal Schedule

Monday       3/8-10:15-10:55 AM Glee Zoom (Link on our Schoology page)

Tuesday       3/9-Glee rehearsal for A-L during Lion’s Pride

Wednesday  3/10-Glee rehearsal for M-Z during Lion’s Pride

Thursday     3/11-3:05-4:00 Nitschmann Singers rehearsal for A-L 

Friday          3/12-3:05-4:00 Nitschmann Singers rehearsal for M-Z

 

Spring Concert: 7:00 PM on May 19 in the Rose Garden (Nitschmann Singers, Glee and Instrumental students)

 

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Lions/Lady Lions Athletics Updates (Twitter @NMS_Athletics)

 

Year-long

Cheerleading (Head Coach Mrs. Long kllong@basdschools.org)

 

Basketball games this week Wednesday and Thursday at 4pm. If you are in school, you can change after school. If you are home, you should come dressed and ready at 3:05 at the gym doors. 

Upon arrival, check in with the trainer to answer the covid questions. 

 

Weekly Schedule
Monday None None
Tuesday Practice during Lion’s Pride None
Wednesday Practice during Lion’s Pride None
Thursday None None
Friday None None

 

Fall

Boys Football (Head Coach Mr. Shemanski  mshemanski@basdschools.org)

Co-Ed Cross Country (Head Coach Miss Schwartz lschwartz@basdschools.org)

Girls Volleyball (Head Coach Mrs. Hinkel ahinkel@basdschools.org)

Girls Field Hockey (Mr. Burzynski bburzynski@basdschools.org)

 

Winter

Boys MS Basketball (Head Coach Mr. Wills)

Girls MS Basketball (Head Coach Mr. Ortwein jortwein@basdschools.org)

Boys & Girls LHS HS Wrestling (Head Coach Mr. Hall)

 

Spring

Girls MS Softball (Head Coach Mr. Kocon ekocon@basdschools.org)

 

Weekly Schedule
Monday None None
Tuesday Tryouts @ NMS 3:15pm-4:45pm
Wednesday Tryouts @ NMS 3:15pm-4:45pm
Thursday Tryouts @ NMS 3:15pm-4:45pm
Friday Tryouts @ NMS 3:15pm-4:45pm

 

Co-Ed MS Soccer (Head Coach Mr. Rodenbach srodenbach@basdschools.org )

 

Weekly Schedule
Monday None None
Tuesday Intramurals (7th & 8th) 3:15-4:45
Wednesday Intramurals (7th & 8th) 3:15-4:45
Thursday None None
Friday None None

Tryouts Begin Monday, 3/15

 

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“Lions Lead the Way!”

 

Our Collective Vision Nitschmann Middle School is committed to cultivating a respectful community of innovative learners who are socially competent citizens ready to meet the challenges of their future.

 

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