September means Kids are Special in Kentucky

Kentucky PTA Kids' Day was established in 1985 to set aside one day just for our students.

The goal is to send the message to each child that he or she is a special and unique individual who is respected and loved. Kentucky PTA Kids' Day also serves as a day to make the public aware of the educational and personal needs of children and the role they play as our most important natural resource. If you can't celebrate on the "official" day hold a Kids Day event when it fits into your calendar.

On the last Tuesday in September, September 28, North Oldham Middle School makes sure each and every kids knows they are special by celebration Kentucky Kids Day.

For more information or to volunteer, please contact Nancy Stevens. Contact information listed on right hand scroll of website.

Looking for parents to be a Secret Pal

The Secret Pal Program is in need of secret pals for the staff of NOMS. To be a secret pal, all you have to do is think of a teacher once a month and send in a small token of appreciation - something like their favorite soda, or treat.

If you are interested in being a secret pal for one of the staff please contact Lyne Church at lynechurch@bellsouth.net or 228-5195 to find out who is still in need of a secret pal. This program runs September-May. The PTSA asks that the secret pal send in a “token” gift once a month to say “THANKS” to their staff person for all they do. It’s an easy way to make someone’s day a LOT brighter!

Reflections Program Information & Link

Reflections-

The Reflections program is an excellent opportunity for students to express themselves in creative areas including Dance Choreography, Visual Arts, Photography, Music Composition, Film Production, and Literature.

The theme for the 2010-2011 year is "Together We Can".

Entry forms are available in the office or online at http://kypta.org/site/programs/reflections.html.

The deadline for entry is September 28, 2010. The winner of each category will receive $25. 1st through 5th place finalists in each category will move on to the district competition. All students are encouraged to participate!

Dance - a Huge Success!

Thank you , Thank you, Thank you!!! The dance was great! No kudos to me please. It was the incredible group of over 31 volunteers. Simply amazing to see so many enthusiastic parents who spent their Friday evening helping, so the kids could have fun. A huge credit to Rhonda Spangler (last years Chair person) for keeping such detailed records and passing them on. I could not have possibly pulled this together without them. Pauline Moore, Thanks for creating such a wonderful spread sheet listing all the volunteers. That was also a huge help. There were an estimated 375 kids at the dance. We sold almost every item in the concession stand. I hope you all will consider the Spring dance. Between now and then I plan to tweak a couple of things and make it even better. Any suggestions are not only welcome but encouraged. Have a great year! Sincerely, Mary Kay Simpson Just a reminder to parents and kids...all students need to be in dress code at all school functions - including school dances. Dress code states all shorts and skirts must go down to at least 3 inches above the knee - not any shorter. Thanks!

Dance Tomorrow Night

Welcome Back Dance – for all NOMS Students, Friday, August 20^thfrom 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sponsored by PTSA. Admission $3.00 at the door. There will be a professional DJ…Dancing and fun with friends. Bring extra money for pizza, soda and much more! Come out and welcome your friends back to school!

This is the biggest dance of the year! (Dress for school as NOMS Dress Code applies).

Attention – Parents – Please arrive appromptly at 9:30 p.m. for student pick up at the main door. Students will be looking for your car.

Awards from 2009-2010 presented at Kentucky PTSA Convention

During the Kentucky State PTA Convention, in July, over 28 awards were presented to 9 OldhamCounty PTA’s /PTSA’s . Denise Rohrbach and Jenny Stegeman attended the Convention and accepted the following HUGE accomplishment awards for NOMS PTSA:

Congratulations to Betsy Lowe our PTSA WEBSITE Chair and Creator .

She was awarded Outstanding Local Unit Websites: North Oldham Middle School PTSA

Congratulations to Leah Simpson our PTSA NEWSLETTER Chair and Creator.

She was awarded Outstanding Local Unit Newsletters: North Oldham Middle School PTSA

and

Congratulations to Denise Rohrbach, VP of Membership and NOMS PTSA were awarded theNorth Oldham Middle School PTSA: Chuck Saylors He-Man Award, Students = PTA Future Award, For outstanding increase in membership and student membership.

These awards represent the highest achievement from all the PTA and PTSA’s in all of Kentucky!!! Please help me congratulate them on this high achievement!

Jenny Stegeman

Fall Operation Parent Classes

Operation: PARENT Offers Unique Class for Parents of Teens and Pre-Teens

“Parenting 101” Educates Parents on Today’s Teen Culture

Louisville, KY – Operation: PARENT, a parent-driven non-profit organization dedicated to parents and caregivers of teenagers, has announced the fall 2010 schedule of “Parenting 101”.

“Parenting 101” is a unique, parent-facilitated class that offers the perfect blend of powerful videos, meaningful discussions and indispensable class materials. The videos present timeless principles, while the discussions offer contemporary application. Parents instantly raise their awareness in an environment that is positive and supportive. Topics include an overview of today’s toxic culture, signs and symptoms of an unhealthy teen or pre-teen, steps to develop trustworthy teens, managing technology, common parent traps and two sessions on drugs and alcohol. Discussions touch on issues including sexting, social media, blended families, dating, sleepovers, the latest trends in substance abuse and more. The group size is limited to a maximum of 15 participants. By participating in this class, parents not only walk away with solid, practical strategies for raising healthy teenagers, but also leave with a support group and network of adults they know on a personal level. The class fee is $80 and includes the Operation: PARENT Handbook and the Parent-to-Parent Workbook plus audio CD.

Parenting 101 classes are offered at a variety of locations and times convenient for busy parents and caregivers. To view the fall 2010 schedule or to register, please log on to www.operationparent.org, or call (502) 245-7154.

About Operation: PARENT

Operation: PARENT, located at 13029 Middletown Industrial Boulevard in Louisville, KY, is a non-profit organization dedicated to parents and caregivers of teens and pre-teens without regard to race, religion or ethnic origin. Its mission is to educate, equip, encourage and engage parents of teenagers by providing up-to-date information and resources, state-of-the-art training and networking opportunities. The Louisville, Kentucky organization offers a unique "parent-driven" model for parent education that can be duplicated in schools, churches, businesses and communities. The model includes a variety of lifelines for parents including their “Parent Handbook”, Classes, Speaker Events, Resources, and Website. For more information, call (502) 245-7154 or emailinfo@operationparent.org or visit www.operationparent.org.

General PTSA meeting 5/24/2010

NOMS PTSA General Meeting May 24, 2010

The meeting was called to order by Betsy Lowe at 8:36 a.m. with 13 people in attendance including: Kim Finnicum, Jenny Stegeman, Allyson Parker, Denise Rohrbach, Jean Lewis, Maureen Green, Nikki Feuquay, Richelle McCoy, Betsy Lowe, Leah Simpson, Pauline Moore, Lana Rice and Cynthia Paris

President’s Report: We should look at having a President Elect on the board in the future for succession so this would need to be added to our bylaws.

• The 2010-2011 Proposed board was presented by Betsy Lowe and submitted to the general board for approval and the board was approved with a unanimous vote.
• The volunteer luncheon at NOMS is on Wednesday May 26 from 11 – 1, please R.S.V.P. by calling the school today.

Treasurer’s Report: The 2010-2011 budget proposal was presented with income and expenses both at $35,650.00 and this was passed unanimously.

Meeting adjourned at 8:47 a.m.

Welcome Back Luncheon

On Friday, August 13 the teachers and staff members at NOMS were treated to a delicious "WELOME BACK" luncheon sponsored by the PTSA Hospitality Committee.

We are so happy to have our wonderful teachers and staff back and to welcome the new ones.

A HUGE thank you goes out to all the parents that volunteered the great variety of delicious food, and to Meg Demuth for organizing the event. The teachers and staff greatly appreciate your efforts and kindness. Everything was perfect!!

Open House Dates!

The NOMS Teachers are excited to get to meet the parents of the kids they have in class, and share with you information about themselves, their class content, etc. Please plan on attending the open-house(s) that apply to you and your family.

1. 7^th grade open house is August 12 at 6PM in the cafeteria.

2. 8^th grade open house is August 17 from 5:30 to 7PM

3. 6^th grade open house is next Wednesday, August 18, at 6 PM in the gym.

School Dance - 8/20

It's hard to believe school is here -

what a better way to break the ice than to have a school social.

The NOMS PTSA is sponsoring the first school dance of the year

WHEN: Friday, August 20

WHERE: NOMS gymnasium

TIME: 7:00 - 9:30 p.m.

COST: $3.00 admission

Concessions will be for sale in the cafeteria

Students are required to come to school evens in dress code.

Have a great time - and see you there!

(Note for Parents: looking for volunteers - if you would like to volunteer as a chaperone, please contact Mary Kay Simpson)

2010-2011 School Open House dates

Welcome back parents and students,

School will start on Wednesday, August 11.

School hours 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Open Houses for parents are as follows:

8^th Grade – August 17^th from 5:30-7pm

7^th Grade – August 12 from 6-7pm

6^th Grade - TBD

Registration Day - Monday August 2

August 2 - Registration Day at NOMS for all incoming 6th, 7th and 8th grade students

Doors open between 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Looking for volunteers to assist (please call Pauline Moore - if available)