NMHS December Edition
December 2021
Upcoming Dates
December 6: BOE Work Session and Meeting
December 9: EOC Am. Lit Part 1
December 10: EOC Am. Lit Parts 2-3
December 13: EOC Algebra 1 Parts 1-2
December 14: EOC US History Parts 1-2
December 15: EOC Biology Parts 1-2
December 16: EOC Make-Ups
December 16: High School 1/2 day
December 17: High School 1/2 day; Last Day of Semester; Grading Period Ends
December 20 -31: Holidays
January 1-4: Holidays
January 5: 2nd semester starts
Student Recognition
October Student of the Month- Alexandria Walker
November Student of the Month - Vanessa Williams
Congratulations to Kandace Jones.
Congratulations Kharyssa Richardson on scoring 1000 points!!
FAME Updates
FAME Applications 2022-2023
Join our 'NMHS FAME Parents' group on BAND
https://band.us/n/aeac51K1Re4dg
Join our 'FAME Students' group on BAND
https://band.us/n/a7ad58KeRd555
For more information about joining FAME or audition requirements please contact the magnet director (Mr. Giddens): Trey.Giddens@dcssga.org
Academic Information
Tutoring Information
Below you will find the tutoring links for Math, Science, Social Studies, and World Languages. You will also find information from the English Language Arts Department regarding their tutoring schedule. If you are struggling with a topic or want to improve your grade, I encourage you to use the NMHS Tutoring Services to assist your academic growth.
Math Department Tutoring Schedule
Science Department Tutoring Schedule
Social Studies Department Tutoring Schedule
World Languages Department Tutoring Schedule
*English Language Arts Department tutors students by appointment, Monday- Thursday from 3:30 pm-4:00 pm. Contact your ELA teacher to schedule your appointment*
If you have any questions or concerns regarding NMHS's Tutoring Schedule, please do not hesitate to contact your teacher or counselor. They are here to support you and help you reach your academic goals. Also, there is no school on November 2nd, 2021.
Counselor's Corner
News from the Counseling Department!
Your student’s counselor is based on their last name. The alphabet breakdown is as follows:
Last Names A - E: Devante Washington; devante.washington@dcssga.org
Last Names F - K: Nyssa Bowen; nyssa.bowen@dcssga.org
Last Names L - Q: Pamela Cummings; pamela.cummings@dcssga.org
Last Names R - Z: Teresa Brooks; teresa.brooks@dcssga.org
If you need to meet with your counselor, please schedule an appointment with him/her directly.
Communication
Join the BAND! To stay abreast of important information and events, please download the BAND app and subscribe to your student’s cohort class. You may click on the URL below for your student’s graduating class or search for your student’s class once you’re in the app. Both parents and students are strongly encouraged to join their cohort’s class on BAND.
NMHS Class of 2022: https://band.us/n/ada05di4j1e2h
NMHS Class of 2023: https://band.us/n/a3a050icj2h26
NMHS Class of 2024: https://band.us/n/a8a45aiej9h2n
NMHS Class of 2025: https://band.us/n/a3aa5di0j9heZ
Additionally, please check the school’s website regularly for the latest news! The website address is nmhs.dcssga.org.
Parent Portal Instructions
Senior Information
Yearbooks are on sale for $65 until the end of December! You may place your order on the NMHS website or at yearbookordercenter.com. The school code is 10755.
Parents, don't forget to create a yearbook page for your Class of 22 Senior!!! Go to yearbookordercenter.com to create a lasting gift for your loved one. Use school code:10755.
Other Information
COVID Protocols
All individuals should self-assess for the below signs and symptoms before reporting to school or work:
Fever (>100.4℉) or chills
New cough
Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Muscle or body aches
Fatigue
Students and employees should stay home sick.
Physical distancing (3 feet) will be encouraged for middle and high schools when possible.
Students and employees should be mindful of others and physically distance themselves as much as space allows.
Masks are required on all DCSS buses per federal mandate.
Class sizes will be normal.
Students and employees should practice good and frequent hand hygiene. Warm water and soap are preferred. However, hand sanitizer will be provided and will be located throughout the school in hallways.
Students and/or employees inquiring about COVID testing can access testing through Cobb Douglas Health or their health provider.
Student Employment Opportunities
Sports
The following players were selected to the All Region team:
De'ondre Jones
Cornelius Willis
Josiah Bivens
Darion Washington
Torey Dixon
Keaton McKinney
Markee Lewis
Rico Jones
Chris Morgan
Yasin Muhammad
Solomon Mosley
Jasper Williams
Desean Travis
Nick Stephens
Honorable Mention: Rashad Benson, Shemar Harris, Khilee White, Josh Coleman, Devin Shipman
Defensive Player of the Year: Tyree Weathersby
Transportation
School Nutrition
USDA and our Elected Officials have voted for free Breakfast, Lunch and Snack meals for SY 21-22.
No applications for student meals will be required for school year 21-22