The girls' cross country team came in 3rd overall yesterday in their meet at Maiden, with V.Xiong and H. Kaup finishing in the top 10 with E.Cruse close behind.
The boy's cross country team placed 4th overall with B. Mills claiming an impressive 8th place finish. Shout-out to A. Meza and C. Glover for an incredible effort to the very finish.
Please ensure that any unsold coupon books are returned to the office or your student’s homeroom teacher. Books that were sold will begin being distributed this week. We sincerely appreciate the incredible support shown throughout this year’s fundraiser. Thank you for helping make it a success!
Students are raising funds to help with the costs of new music, chorus t-shirts, and trips! Here’s a QR code to the online store. If you have a student that you would like to help specifically, please look for their name so that they get credit. If not, look up “Shannon Rogers” and I will apply credit to students that need the help! Sales end Oct. 1. Thank you for your support!
https://bit.ly/NCMSChorusFundraiser
🚩 Colorguard & Dance Team
First Practice: Tuesday, September 16
Time: 3:00 – 5:00 PM
📝 Progress Reports
Sent Home: September 19
📞 Parents: If you have any concerns about your child’s academic progress, please contact the school or your child’s teachers. We’re here to support you!
📸 Fall Picture Day
Date: September 25
Flyers and order forms will be sent home with students.
Online Orders: Visit Carolina Photography
Job Key: 4MW3GC52 (active through midnight on picture day)
🏅 Athletic News
🏃 Cross Country
Meet at Maiden Middle: Monday, September 15
Start Time: 4:15 PM
⚽ Soccer & 🏐 Volleyball
Away at Jacobs Fork: Tuesday, September 16
Home vs. Grandview: Thursday, September 18
Match Times: 4:00 PM
🏈 Football
Game at Maiden: Wednesday, September 17
Kickoff: 4:15 PM
This year, in an effort to recognize the hard work and dedication of our student-athletes, we are continuing a weekly honor: “The Hammer Award.” This award celebrates athletes who excel both on the field and in the classroom. Each recipient receives a T-shirt and is featured in a recognition post highlighting their accomplishments.
We are proud to announce that this week’s recipient of The Hammer Award is Emma G. Emma is a dedicated cheerleader who brings energy and enthusiasm to every practice and performance. Whether she’s leading cheers on the sidelines or encouraging her teammates, her positive attitude is contagious.
Emma also works hard off the field in the classroom, maintaining straight A’s and always willing to work hard and be challenged in anything she does. She balances her responsibilities well, showing that it’s possible to excel both in academics and extracurricular activities. Her hard work and spirit make her a great role model for others.
The Newton-Conover City Board of Education has begun the search for a new Superintendent, and your voice matters in this process.
We invite you to take a few minutes to complete a short survey and share what qualities and priorities you feel are most important for our district’s next leader.
Please complete the survey by September 14.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GDBP5M6
Thank you for your time and for being such an important part of our school community.
There is still time to make final purchases. Encourage your students to reach out to family, friends, and neighbors over the next few days to maximize their sales and earn more chances for prizes.
Books that have been sold will start being delivered next week. Thank you so much for your support this year.
Our conference athletic season kicks off this week with Home Openers for Volleyball and Soccer 🏐⚽
💥 Come out and support your Red Devils. Let’s pack the stands ❤️🖤
Week of September 8–12, 2025
⏰ Morning Arrival & Tardy Policy Reminder
Parents, please remember:
If your student arrives after 7:40 a.m., a parent or guardian must sign them in at the front office.
Do not drop off students and leave—this is a safety concern, and we want to ensure all students are supervised.
Tardy documentation will begin Monday, September 8.
Students must be in their homeroom by 7:40 a.m. to avoid being marked tardy.
🕒 Tip: Arriving before 7:38 a.m. gives students enough time to:
Drop off band instruments
Eat breakfast
Store sports bags
Head to lockers
...and still get to homeroom on time.
📝 Progress Reports
Progress Reports will be sent home on Friday, September 19.
📸 Fall Picture Day
Fall Picture Day is Thursday, September 25
Flyers and order forms will go home with students.
You may also order pictures online at Carolina Photography
Use Job Key: 4MW3GC52 (active through midnight on Picture Day)
🏈 Football
Game: Wednesday, September 10 vs. Mill Creek
Location: N-HS
Gates Open: 5:15 p.m.
Kickoff: 6:00 p.m.
Reminders:
No outside food or drink allowed.
No pets allowed to school events.
All students, middle school age and younger, must be accompanied by an adult to enter the game.
🏐⚽ Volleyball & Boys’ Soccer
Tuesday, Sept. 9: Home match vs. Mill Creek
Thursday, Sept. 11: Away match @ Maiden
Start Time: 4:00 p.m.
Admission: $5
Reminder: No pets are allowed at school events.
We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our dedicated students, supportive parents, and hardworking staff. Your ongoing commitment and teamwork make our school community truly special. We are incredibly fortunate to have an amazing staff and a community that consistently backs and supports our young people. Every one of us plays a vital role in the success of N-CMS.
It’s a great day to be a Red Devil!
We’re just one week into our Attractions Coupon Book Fundraiser and the response has been incredible! Thank you to everyone who’s already selling — let’s keep the momentum going. 💪📚
🎯 Help Us Reach Our Goal — Check Out These Awesome Student Prizes! 🎯
⭐ Sell 5 books and get 1 free
⭐ Sell 10 books and get 2 free
⭐ Sell at least 1 book to be entered into a drawing to PIE an administrator
⭐ The top selling homeroom wins an afternoon of FREE TIME and a TREAT
⭐ Grand Prize (1 winner per grade): A limo ride with a friend to a pizza buffet for lunch 🚐🍕
Keep selling and sharing those coupon books to support our school and students ❤️
Our Red Devil athletes are geared up for a special year!
Last season, the Red Devils brought home Conference Championships in Boys Soccer, Girls Soccer, and Boys Basketball. This year, the question is—who will be next? Come out and support our athletes as they continue the Red Devil tradition of excellence!
We had a fantastic first week of school! It was wonderful welcoming our students back into the building. Thank you for your patience as our bus drivers continue to finalize routes. We’re off to a strong start — and we appreciate your role in making that possible!
🗓️ No School – Monday, September 1
In observance of Labor Day, there will be no school on Monday, September 1, 2025.
Enjoy the extended weekend!
🕖 Morning Drop-Off & Arrival Reminders
Students may enter the building at 7:10 a.m.
Car riders should not be dropped off before 7:10 a.m.
There is no adult supervision before this time, which presents a safety concern.
School begins promptly at 7:40 a.m.
⏰ Tardy Policy – Begins September 8
To ensure student safety and accountability:
Any student arriving after 7:40 a.m. must be signed in by a parent/guardian at the front office.
Please do not drop your child off and leave without walking them inside.
Tardy documentation will begin Monday, September 8 and will reset each quarter.
Excessive tardies will result in an office referral.
To avoid being marked tardy:
Students must be in their homeroom (HR) by 7:40 a.m.
If arriving after 7:38 a.m., students may not have enough time to reach HR before the bell.
Please ensure your child arrives with enough time to:
Drop off band instruments (if applicable)
Eat breakfast (if they choose to)
🏈 Athletic Events This Week
Football – Season Opener
📅 Friday, September 3 at 6:00 p.m.
📍 Newton-Conover High School
Gates open at 5:15 p.m.
🚫 No outside food or drinks allowed
🔍 Security bag checks will be conducted at the entrance
👨👩👧 All students 8th grade and younger must be accompanied by an adult
Boys Soccer & Girls Volleyball
📅 Thursday, September 4
🏫 Away matches at Liberty Middle School
⏰ Matches begin at 4:15 p.m.
✔️ Final Reminders
Thank you for your continued partnership in helping us create a safe, supportive, and successful school year. Let’s keep the momentum going — have a wonderful week ahead!
This year, in an effort to recognize the hard work and dedication of our student-athletes, we are introducing a new weekly honor: “The Hammer Award.” This award will celebrate athletes who excel both on the field and in the classroom. Each recipient will receive a T-shirt and be featured in a recognition post highlighting their accomplishments.
We are proud to announce that the very first recipient of The Hammer Award is Gaige R. Gaige had an outstanding performance during the Red Devil football team scrimmage, earning the honor with his physical play and hard-hitting effort. Beyond athletics, Gaige also demonstrates excellence in the classroom, consistently performing at the top of his class throughout his time at the middle school.
Congratulations, Gaige, on being the inaugural winner of this award!
Who will be the next Red Devil to take home The Hammer? Check back next week to find out!
All students will be bringing home an envelope with details on how to purchase, PLUS a coupon book to help them start selling right away. 🎉
💰 Each book is packed with amazing local deals and savings!
🙌 Every sale helps support our school and students.
Be on the lookout for your child’s envelope today and help us make this fundraiser a huge success! ❤️📚
