October 23, 2015
Wildcat Weekly on the Web
News From Mr. Kostulakos
Important Safety Reminder
Please help us keep our kids safe! We are telling our students that
they are not allowed to walk to the parking lot (due to moving cars).
Students must wait by the front for the cars to pull up, or parents
can park their cars in the parking lot and walk to the front to get
their child.
If you park at Milton HS, please always cross the street to our
school and greet your child. Students are not allowed to cross this
busy street unless in the designated crosswalk controlled by the
Milton Police Officer.
Please support us with this procedure. Thank you!
ITBS testing for 8th graders went very well this week. We will
be completing make-up testing for any students who missed tests
early next week.
10/28
Picture retakes
10/29
9 am
Pride Wall Recognition
4:30-6
pm
6th grade Dance
NMS Cafeteria
10/30
Professional Learning Day
No school for students!
11/5
NMS Musical
Seussical Jr.!
Inside this Issue
News from Administration
1
Announcements
2-8
Athletic News
9
Business Partners
10-11
Committed to challenging our students to strive to their full potential for academic excellence and personal growth .
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Northwestern Middle School Pride Wall Recognition Program
Each year Northwestern Middle School recognizes students through our Wildcat PRIDE Wall of
Fame program. Every nine weeks, teachers and faculty members nominate a student for recognition
in one of three categories: All Time High, Positive Paws and Arts and Athletics. Thursday, October
29th, first quarter wall of fame inductees will attend the signing ceremony and receive certificates.
Students will be congratulated by administrators and additional faculty and staff members. We encourage parents of nominated students to attend. The complete list of first quarter Wall of Fame inductees is posted below. Should you see these outstanding students in the hallways or community,
please take a moment to congratulate them. Go Wildcats!
8th Grade Inductees
Kristin Andeweg
Joshua Carrico
Landon Christian
Taylor Driggers
Wilson Dubois
Aarthi Eechampati
Riley Fader
Nicolas Fickle
Julianna Finelli
Jack Gallagher
Ireland Giannini
Margaret Hairston
Erin Hennessy
Evan Hurst
Shreya Kumar
John Lawton
Reagan Lynch
Caylin Maestrey
Meaghan McAfee
Christopher Mowrey
William Mulligan
Duy Nguyen
Andie Robinson
E.J. Smith
William Stax
Anna Sterzer
Beatrice Svezia
Wassay Syed
Ryan Todd
Ann Wade
Martha Wolf
Ms. Ziolkowski
Ms. Deal
Ms. E. Harris
Ms. Hummel
Mr. Myrthil
Ms. Barber
Mr. Bidwell
Ms. Johnston
Ms. Onuki
Ms. Daniel
Mr. Pearson
Ms. Barber
Ms. Harris
Ms. Barber
Ms. Trainum
Ms. Onuki
Mr. Novak
Ms. Irons
Mr. Johnson
Ms. Gambill
Ms. Wylie
Ms. Booth
Ms. Downey
Ms. Lewis
Ms. Manny
Ms. Grant
Ms. Conron
Ms. Armstrong
Mr. Novak
Mr. Brennan
Ms. Brening
Positive Paws
Positive Paws
All Time High
Positive Paws
Positive Paws
Arts/Athletics
All Time High
All Time High
All Time High
All Time High
Positive Paws
Positive Paws
All Time High
All Time High
All Time High
Positive Paws
Arts/Athletics
Positive Paws
All Time High
Positive Paws
All Time High
Positive Paws
All Time High
Positive Paws
All Time High
All Time High
Positive Paws
Arts/Athletics
Arts/Athletics
Positive Paws
All Time High
6th Grade Inductees
Jenine Abu-Obeid
Ananya Ashok
Nicholas Balogh
Ajay Bardakjy
Samuel Barnett
Lindsey Berry
Claudia Boero
Kathryn Briesemister
Kate Bukowski
Anthony Candelmo
Sydney Case
Harriet Casey
Kendall Clemmer
Ms. Miller
Ms. Purcell
Ms. Lewis
Positive Paws
Positive Paws
Arts/Athletics
Ms. Biesiadecki Positive Paws
Ms. Karow
Positive Paws
Ms. Warner
All Time High
Ms. Kunin
All Time High
Mr. Waltz
Positive Paws
Ms. Onuki
All Time High
Ms. Gama
Positive Paws
Ms. Yun
Positive Paws
Ms. Hinton
Positive Paws
Ms. Conron
Positive Paws
7th Grade Inductees
Mebibora Akerejola
Colin Baez
Hallelujah Balkew
George Brown
Taylor Brunning
Isabel Conrath
Andrew Cunnold
Logan Davis
Claudia DeCredico
Hannah Doherty
Margaret Donnellan
Carson Hanley
Gavreil Hutkoff
Morell-Jovan Kenmoe
Ryleigh Kohm
Joseph Lund
Quinn McKeever
Nicole Moreno Lopez
Gabriela Mota
Ethan Palmer
Madeline Painter
Stepen Pearson
Matthew Polk
Jonah Schertz
Emily Spahr
Jamarian Thompson
Kathryn Tolan
Parker Vidmar
Jami Walters
Savanna DePriest
Amara Duvvur
Catherine Gorman
Grace Haupert
Philip Luciani
Addison Nuzum
Malak Oliva
Taylor Roberts
Rachel Stax
River Stevens
Jacob Stockberger
Lauren Stone
Jullian Thompson
Shreeya Thuppul
Hugh Weston
Matthew Zgourovski
Ms. Armstrong
Ms. E.Harris
Mr. Bartlett
Mr. Novak
Ms. Grant
Ms. Tuggle
Ms. Major
Ms. Jeffries
Ms. Onuki
Ms. Mayo
Mr. Novak
Ms. Boggus
Ms. Rugg
Ms. Hosmer
Mr. Swope
Mr. Myrthil
Ms. Onuki
Mr. Novak
Ms. Booth
Ms. Conron
Ms. Kunin
Ms. Jordan
Ms. Godfrey
Ms. Lewis
Ms. Nadir
Ms. Olson
Arts/Athletics
All Time High
All Time High
Arts/Athletics
Arts/Athletics
Positive Paws
Positive Paws
Positive Paws
All Time High
All Time High
Arts/Athletics
All Time High
Positive Paws
All Time High
All Time High
Positive Paws
Positive Paws
Arts/Athletics
Positive Paws
Arts/Athletics
All Time High
All Time High
All Time High
Arts/Athletics
Arts/Athletics
All Time High
Ms. Zahner-BaileyAll Time High
Ms. Murano
All Time High
Ms. Long
Positive Paws
Ms. Luthringer
Ms. Green
Ms. Smith
Ms. Grant
Mr. Gonzalez
Mr. Hemphill
Positive Paws
Positive Paws
Positive Paws
Arts/Athletics
All Time High
Positive Paws
Ms. Van Hoesen Positive Paws
Ms. Perque
Positive Paws
Mr. Hemphill
All Time High
Ms. Onuki
Positive Paws
Mr. Novak
Arts/Athletics
Mr. Cranor
All Time High
Mr. Novak
Arts/Athletics
Ms. Robbins
Positive Paws
Ms. Granish
Positive Paws
Ms. Adams
Positive Paws
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Lifetouch Picture Make-up day is Wednesday, October 28th
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Picture Make-ups will be taken on Wednesday, October 28th. This will be for Make-ups and any
retakes. There will be no Spring pictures. All money goes directly to Lifetouch. Either pay online or bring
your money on Picture day! To pay online: Go to mylifetouch.com. Log in with your Portrait ID and
Access Code located in your picture package.
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Last reminder to keep this year's school picture! Go to mylifetouch.com. Log in with your Portrait ID
and Access Code located in your picture package.
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Remember: To redeem your complimentary digital SmileSafe card, click here.
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Parent/Guardian, how was this year’s school picture experience? Take survey.
We no longer use Homework Helpline. This service is now provided
through the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System. The direct link is
www.afpls.org/ecampus. Using this link the student will select
Tutor.com and it will prompt the student to enter his/her library
card number. Please contact Kevin Robinson, Fulton County Media
Services Program Specialist: [email protected] or
470-254-4902 if you need additional assistance.
NMS Study Sessions are a
great opportunity for students
to receive extra help. A
complete schedule of Study
Sessions can be found on the
Northwestern homepage
under Parent Information.
NMS Study Sessions
OUT OUR NEW BOOKS
The NMS Media Center has lots of new, popular books available for
checkout! We welcome all students and parents to come some out!
Lost and Found
If your child thinks he/she has
any items in Lost and Found,
please have them check in the
Lost and Found closet located
on the 600 hall before next
Friday, Oct. 30. We will be
donating items that have been
left since the beginning of
school until now on Monday,
Nov. 2 to charity.
For more detailed information about our newest books and a complete
catalog of all our books, CLICK HERE!
Committed to challenging our students to strive to their full potential for academic excellence and personal growth .
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Help us make our school more Beautiful!
6th grade dance
When: Thursday October 29
th
4:30-6:00 PM
Where: NMS cafeteria
Students attending will stay in school then go
to the cafeteria.
The 7th grade Interior Decorating seminar is looking
for some items to help us spruce up and redesign
the 7th grade bathrooms and other areas in our
school. If you are able to donate any décor, please
drop it off to Mrs. Nadir in room 127. Some items we
are looking for include:
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Admission to the dance is $5.00.
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Pizza, candy and water available for $1.00.
Parents are responsible for picking up their
student by 6:00 PM by the Wildcat Den.
Please help our teachers and custodians by
being on time.
NMS Character Day
Thursday, October 29
For $1, you can wear your costume to school.
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No Masks!
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Nothing violent! No blood or toy weapons!
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Let’s keep it FUN for everyone!
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Command Hooks
(for hanging pictures)
Bathroom rugs
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Old frames
Side tables
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Peel and Stick Vinyl 
decals
Napkin holders
Mirrors and Pictures
Lamps
And any other items you feel could help. We
appreciate anything you are able to donate!
NMS Video Journalism Club
We want to capture and showcase our Wildcats
“thriving” and doing amazing things in the school,
community, sports, and arts. So we’re starting a
Video Journalism Club. The club will expose members to the many roles within the field of broadcast
journalism. Activities will include:
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Film and produce “Special Reports” on
various NMS activities.
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Tape and produce specialty videos for
the NMS building staff and students.
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Create and support “student experts” in the use of
the video studio’s equipment.
The initial Video Club meetings will be Tuesdays
4:15-5:15 .There will be a limited number of spaces
so attendance at the first meeting is critical. If you
think you might be interested, come to the Wildcat
Den on Thursday, October 22nd at 4:15 to learn
more. Contact Ms. Harris in the Guidance Office for
additional information).
Committed to challenging our students to strive to their full potential for academic excellence and personal growth .
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Don’t forget to join PTSA! Remember your donation is
tax deductible! Membership forms online www.nmsptsa.com
PTSA Legislative News
Chris Matthews, the Assistant Superintendent for Student Support Services, was the guest speaker at the
September Katie Reeves community meeting. Mr. Matthews presented information on the new Move On
When Ready program. This is the new dual enrollment program that allows high school students to earn
college credit while working on their high school diploma. Please click on the link to view the FAQ
document regarding the program. Move on When Ready FAQs
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Show your Wildcat Pride! Purchase Northwestern Spirit Wear. Order forms online www.nmsptsa.com
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Check out the NMS PTSA Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/NorthwesternPTSA for
opportunities to volunteer! Don’t forget to update your volunteer form http://nmsptsa.com/volunteer/ for
the 2015-2016 school year (district requirement).
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Questions and/or Suggestions email [email protected]
Respect Yourself and Others: Pledge to be Drug Free and Kind
Oct. 26 – 29, 2015
Northwestern Middle School Kindness
Community Outreach Project
Diapers and wipes will be collected
in your Thrive Class. Each thrive
class may decide to collect a certain size diaper. This will allow us
to donate a variety of sizes.
The Thrive class that collects
the greatest number of diapers
and wipes on each grade level will
receive, Roar points, a pizza
party and the Kindness Award.
Diapers and wipes will be collected all week October 26th – 29th
“Wherever there is a human in need, there is an opportunity for kindness
and to make a difference.” —Kevin Heath
Committed to challenging our students to strive to their full potential for academic excellence and personal growth .
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Red Ribbon Week/Anti-Bullying Week
October 26th – 29th
Over the years, there has been a subtle incorporation of anti-bullying activities into
Red Ribbon Week. Red Ribbon Week has been a campaign that has focused on the
harmful, destructive and sometimes deadly impact of drugs in the lives of all, but
particularly young people. This year many Fulton County Schools will recognize Red
Ribbon Week/Anti Bullying Month together. We will recognize both at
Northwestern Middle School. Our RRW/Anti-Bullying campaign for the 2015-16
school year will be observed during the week of October 26h – October 29th.
Middle School students typically see Red Ribbon Week/Anti Bullying Week as their spirit week. We
are celebrating the spirit of healthy choices, lifestyles and friendships!
Our theme this year is……..
Respect Yourself and Others:
Pledge to be Drug Free and Kind
Oct. 26th – 29th, 2015
Monday, Oct. 26th:
“Red Out” – Pledge to be Drug Free and Respect Your Neighbor
Students wear Red bows, bowties, shirts, etc.
Tuesday, Oct. 27th:
American Pride – We Pledge to be Drug Free and Kind
Students wear red/white/blue or USA attire. Random Acts of Kindness Day.
Wed., Oct. 28th:
“Way Back Wednesday” – Pledging to be drug free and kind never goes out of style.
 6th Grade Students dress in sixties
 7th Grade Students dress in seventies
 8th Grade students dress in eighties
Thursday, Oct. 29th:
“Super Hero Day” – Wear your super hero costume or any other costume!
($1.00 if you wear a costume - Student Council Fundraiser)
We will remain SUPER FIT and KIND! (no masks)
We would like to encourage a donation of diapers and/or wipes for our community outreach kindness
project for North Fulton Charities
Committed to challenging our students to strive to their full potential for academic excellence and personal growth .
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Milton High School
2015 Homecoming Parade
“S.S. Milton- Nautical Nights”
When:
Friday, October 23, 2015
6:00 pm
Route:
Begins: Braeburn, McFarlin Road (behind Olde Blind Dog)
Travels: North on Birmingham Highway
Ends: Milton Stadium
What to bring:
Bag to collect candy
Chair
Eagle Spirit!
Go Eagles!
Committed to challenging our students to strive to their full potential for academic excellence and personal growth .
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Support NMS by enrolling in the Kroger Rewards Program!!
Link your Kroger plus card to Northwestern Middle School and Kroger will donate a
percentage of every purchase you make back to the school.
***YOU MUST RE-ENROLL EACH SCHOOL YEAR***
TO USE THE KROGER COMMUNITY REWARDS PROGRAM:
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Register online at krogercommunityrewards.com
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Have your Kroger Plus card handy and register your card with your organization after you sign up.
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Click on Sign In/Register
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Most participants are new online customers, so they must click on SIGN UP TODAY in the “New Customer?” box.
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Sign up for a Kroger Rewards Account by entering zip code, clicking on favorite store, entering your
email address and creating a password, agreeing to the terms and conditions
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You will then get a message to check your email inbox and click on the link within the body of the email.
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Click on My Account and use your email address and password to proceed to the next step.
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Click on Edit Kroger Community Rewards information and input your Kroger Plus card number.
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Update or confirm your information.
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Enter 71015 or name of organization, select organization from list and click on confirm.
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If you enrolled correctly, you will see the school’s name on the right side of your information page.
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REMEMBER, purchases will not count for your group until after your member(s) register their card(s).
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Do you use your phone # at the register? Call 800-576-4377, select option 4 to get your Kroger Plus card number.
Members must swipe their registered Kroger Plus card or use the phone number that is related to their
registered Kroger Plus card when shopping for each purchase to count.
Home Access Center has a new look this year. To help you navigate through the site, download the quick
reference guide here. Some helpful hints:
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When checking course grades, click on "classes", not
"grades".
 To toggle between students, click on the "change student"
button.
 To see course averages, click on the "full view" button.
 You no longer need to add @fcs.org to your user ID (P number).
Committed to challenging our students to strive to their full potential for academic excellence and personal growth .
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ATHLETIC NEWS
The Cambridge High School Annual 3v3 Tournament is coming up on December 12th! If you
have elementary/middle school children who play
soccer we would love for them to participate! This event is a lot of fun – you just put a
team of 5
together and go HERE to register.
We also need your help getting the word out to
our community:
Soccer Clubs – if you have younger kids who
play, please email the attached announcement to
your children’s soccer teams and invite them to
play. It just takes 5 players to form a team (U7–
U14 is target age). Any way you can get the word
out to your soccer club is a huge help.
South Forsyth Elementary & Middle Schools – if
you have a contact at one of these schools
(teacher, PTA parent, etc.) who could help us get
our announcement in their newsletter let us
know. We can send Peachjar flyers to Fulton
county schools but not to Forsyth county schools.
Please place our flyers in local businesses (with
permission of course) where we could reach our
target audience – Starbuck’s, Taco Mac, sports
stores, etc. Let us know where you are posting
so we can keep track of where we are advertising. Thanks for helping out with this important
fundraiser.
Coach Swanburg
Northwestern Middle School
Health and PE Teacher
3V3 Flyer
Don’t miss the last few games of the Cambridge Junior Bears
Football season!
DATE
10/24/2015
10/24/2015
10/24/2015
GRADE
6 th Grade
7 th Grade
8 th Grade
TIME
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11:00 AM
1:00 PM
VISITOR
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Cambridge 0
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THANK YOU TO OUR
PLATINUM BUSINESS PARTNERS
5306-B Windward Pkwy
Alpharetta, GA 30004
470-235-5614
LaVida Massage of Alpharetta
Duane Goodwin - Owner
12460 Crabapple Road
Total Health Solutions
Alpharetta, GA 30004
300 Abbey Court
Alpharetta, GA 30004
770-751-5700
Dr. Nick Sudano - Chiropractor
Committed to challenging our students to strive to their full potential for academic excellence and personal growth .
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THANK YOU TO OUR
PLATINUM BUSINESS PARTNERS
Chick-Fil-A at
Windward Parkway
5180 Windward Parkway
Alpharetta, GA 30004
Crabapple Orthodontics
2706 Abbey Court *
9810-B Medlock Bridge Road, Suite 104
Johns Creek, GA 30097
404-300-9931
Alpharetta, GA 30004
Committed to challenging our students to strive to their full potential for academic excellence and personal growth .