Please join NCSD in congratulating two of our educators who were selected for the NYS Master Teacher and Master Counseling program. Mrs. Jaclyn Lund, a Kindergarten teacher at Stanford Gibson, and Mrs. Elaina van der Sommen, a counselor at Norwich Middle School, join the ranks of 1,400 other educators in the program. The New York State Master Teacher Program is a vibrant professional network of K-12 STEM teachers throughout the state who share a passion for their own STEM learning and for collaborating with colleagues to inspire the next generation of STEM leaders. In January 2022, the program was expanded to create a cohort of counselors and to encourage more teachers with CTE certificates related to STEM careers that are projected to be in high demand to apply. NYS Master Teachers and Counselors have a voice in their professional development - they co-create, co-facilitate, co-design, and choose the learning they will engage in. We are so proud of you, Jaclyn and Elaina, as you join several other 'masters' in our District!
Last Tuesday Ms. Cummings' class went to do a math rounding activity in Makerspace with Mrs. Chapman. Students used the robot Dash and a number line to round numbers to the nearest thousand, ten thousand, and hundred thousand.
During the week of October 16th, Mrs. Ryan's, Ms. Cummings,' and Mrs. Chapman's classes went to Makerspace for the first time. Mrs. McLachlan helped us learn how to properly use this space.
Kindergarten loved the Purposefull Parade! They were so excited to wear their costumes!
Second grade students compared clay structures and sand structures in science class. They discovered the clay structures were much stronger.
PTSA Holiday Clothing Sale is LIVE!!
New to our lineup are several products that we've received a lot of requests for, including:
• Pajama pants in school colors with youth and adult sizes
• Short sleeve hoodies
• Belt bags (fanny packs)
• Women's-cut Adidas 1/4 zips
Choose from hundreds of designs and garments that are delivered to your home!
You'll save 20% off the entire site, including all new designs and product lines! (use code HOLIDAY5 for an additional 5% off)
All proceeds go towards the PTSA Backpack Program that helps feed students over long breaks.
Norwich Store: https://1stplace.sale/109018
Stanford J. Gibson Store: https://1stplace.sale/66914
Perry Browne Store: https://1stplace.sale/66913
Winter Sports: Varsity/JV 1st day practice schedules
NOTICE: NATIONWIDE MILK CARTON SHORTAGE
Dear Norwich School Community:
The Norwich CSD has received notice of a potential impact on our milk supply due to a nationwide milk carton shortage. Our milk suppliers and others across the nation are experiencing a shortage of the half-pint cartons that are typically used for our school meals. The shortage is expected to last for several months.
Our suppliers are seeking alternative solutions to the packaging issue, but in the meantime, once our current supply of milk in cartons is gone, we will serve milk from larger containers into individual cups. If something should change, we will notify you.
To be clear, this is not a milk shortage, and there is no issue with the milk supply itself, but rather a cardboard shortage only. If you have any questions, please get in touch with our Food Services Department at 607-334-1600 ext. 5410.
8th grade students visited the Veterans Memorials in Norwich today. Students connected their learning in the classroom to the local community. Additionally, our students wrote thank you letters to veterans at the Oxford Veterans Home.
We are grateful for those who have provided us the freedoms we enjoy today. Thank you for your service. Happy Veterans Day!!
Kindergarten enjoyed our PurposeFALL People parade. We loved our costumes!
Kindergarten always finds creative ways to practice writing our sight words!
Because the character trait of the month is gratitude, we highlighted some scientists we are grateful for in the Gibson hallway. Scientists show gratitude by appreciating the work of others!
Mrs. Lund's Class had their first visit at Gibson's MakerSpace last week!
Mrs. Cevasco and Mrs. Monroe's students are rounding with Dot and Dash robots. We are working on math and coding skills.
Attention all Veterans...please join us at Perry Browne tomorrow morning as we are excited to honor you! Please meet at the main entrance before 9 AM. We will be parading inside due to the rain forecast. Hope to see you there!
Attention Caregivers! Please note the important dates below for November:
***Thursday, November 9th and Monday, November 13th are 1/2 days for UPK-8th, for Parent Teacher conferences. Dismissal times are as follows:
-Stanford Gibson: 10:20
-Perry Browne: 10:30
-Middle School: 11:30
***Friday, November 10th: School will be closed for Observance of Veterans Day
Attendance is looking good at Norwich Middle School! The goal for November is to continue showing up and create a positive environment for our students. Thank you to all the caregivers for your support.
The attendance numbers are in for October. Biggest improvement this month was Grade 10. Thank you to all the caregivers that support attendance. Attendance is not just a statistic, it's a powerful choice that shapes your future.
Looking forward to seeing you at school everyday❤️
Congratulations to the Varsity Girls Swim team on another successful season! Please watch the below video highlighting our team. Don't forget to like and subscribe. Go Purple! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lzPsqyOd4rA