Jackson Reimers, a 6th grade student at Nebraska City Middle School recently decided to do what some students believe to be the unthinkable. CUT OFF ALL OF HIS HAIR! Jackson has been growing his hair for well over a year when he began to realize he doesn't know how to manage such a mane. Hair in his cereal, ponytails, rubber bands, hair ties, and braids were not... READ MORE >
NCPS Impact program helps student struggling with the traditional classroom environment receive personalized instruction on a more individual need scale. Twice a week NCMS teachers, Mr. Case and Mr. Kinnison, present enrichment lessons to them. The goal is to build relationships, provide enrichment activities, and further promote their education experience. This... READ MORE >
blitz \ ˈblits \ Definition of blitz a : an intensive aerial military campaign b: a fast intensive nonmilitary campaign or attack c: a rush of the passer by a defensive linebacker, back, or end in football d: an occurrence in which large numbers of fish gather to chase and feed on prey or bai e: when a legion of support (administrators, deans, counselors,... READ MORE >
Support the Nebraska City fine arts programs and get some great gear!The fine arts boosters are selling these shirts to raise money for our programs!Items will be ready for pick up Sep. 28th. Thank you for your continued support! GO PIONEERS!Follow the link to order on line: https://stores.inksoft.com/ncfinearts/shop/home READ MORE >
7th Graders in Mrs. Buckner's English class have begun their first class novel "The Outsiders" by S.E. Hinton. We have begun studying the background history and culture of the 1960's. Students have completed a Google slide show to represent the characters and history of the time period. The seventh graders are excited to read the novel and learn more about the... READ MORE >
On Wednesday August 28th, 8th graders attended the SAIL Conference in Syracuse. SAIL standing for Students Accelerating into Leadership. Students from all 4 Otoe County schools attended as well as staff and some area organizations.Students first heard from former Boys Town educator Kevin Kush on the keys to success in their lives. The students then attended 6... READ MORE >
Patty Stuever, the Student Leadership Coordinator for Wichita Public Schools, talked to NCMS students & staff on Wednesday, Sept 5th. She has been working with teenagers most of her career empowering them to improve their schools, their communities & themselves. Ms. Stuever shared a message of hope with the NCMS students and staff, encouraging all to be... READ MORE >
The Nebraska City Public School district has adopted a new English/Language Arts series for grades 6-12 called, Into Literature published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. The series incorporates reading, writing, listening and speaking. Each grade level’s text consists of six different units, and each unit focuses on an... READ MORE >
I would like to let you all know that the first full week of school went well for my Math 6 classes. While we did do the normal beginning of the year expectations, policies, and procedures, we also worked hard to clean out the cobwebs from the summer. This is the time of year that I remind students of those items that they forgot they knew. As strange as those... READ MORE >
Effective Ways to Use MediaBy Cutler AdamsIn Enrichment, we learned effective ways for students on media. Here is our top 5 list.Don’t charge your phone in your bedroom. Charge it in a separate room. Be active -- create active time for equal time you are on mediaSet timers for your app usage. Put your media away when you are with family/friends. Have minimal... READ MORE >
8th Grade American History students spent the 1st week of school learning about the myth and mystery of famed explorer Christopher Columbus. Students presented the answers to the true story of Columbus and his journey to America. They went deep on Columbus sailing the ocean blue in 1492.Groups chose to act out the Spanish Expedition and its conquering of Native... READ MORE >
The 2019-20 school year is off to a great start! The 7th grade team is focusing on establishing routines and building positive relationships with students. Our goal for the beginning of the year is to create a motivating learning environment in all classrooms. Some tools we are using include fostering classroom structure, using small group cooperative... READ MORE >
They've modernized the Box Tops program for the next generation of participants. Traditional Box Tops clips are being phased out of production, but you can still send any remaining unexpired clips to our school. Every valid Box Tops clip is worth 10¢ for our school. Eventually the Box Tops program will become digital-only. Participating brands are starting to... READ MORE >
Digital Citizenship and Safety: Common Sense Ideas for Your Middle School Student During the first quarter enrichment period, middle school students will discuss and do activities about safe and sensible online activity. Lessons will focus on the following topics: *Finding balance in a digital world *Don’t feed the phish *Who are... READ MORE >
Farm Credit Services of America stopped by the middle school today. They brought FFA Handbooks for all 8th graders enrolled in an Ag Class and they brought a $2,000 check for a grant to buy 2 more Tower Gardens for the middle school! You will need to stay tuned to see the Tower Gardens Growing throughout the year.Thanks Farm Credit Services! READ MORE >
We’re thrilled to announce Nebraska City Public Schools’ new app! It’s everything Nebraska City Pioneers, in your pocket. Introductory Video With the new app, you can access sports scores, cafeteria menus, news updates, and even emergency notifications. Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/2UzUbym or iPhone: https://apple.co/2UAWuRZ READ MORE >
Nebraska City Public Schools is launching a new mobile app that helps students, parents, and community members know what is happening on campus, right from their phones. We know that families are using smartphones as a primary means to communicate. That’s why we’ve created an app that is custom-built for mobile. On the app, you can find cafeteria menus, real-time... READ MORE >
The "Purple & Gold" project took about a month and a half to complete. To get the colors we used watercolors and washed it on the pictures. The pictures are color coordinated with the words. Every grade got their own 3 letters and staff has 2 letters. Everyone in class painted a base coat of white on the letters but the students who worked on it and finished it... READ MORE >
Davin James, NCMS Pioneer Track Athlete broke two school records this season, the second of which was her own. She jumped 5'0" at the the Auburn MS Invite to solidify her name in the school record books! Great season to all track athletes and awesome job Davin! READ MORE >
Over a year ago, Mrs. Dunn's Pioneer Pride Time class submitted a grant proposal to the Youth Advisory Council of Nebraska City Community Foundation. The proposal was selected, and planning began for the Pollinator Palace (OK, we are still working on the name!) and May 16th was finally planting day! Students of all grade levels were involved in the planning &... READ MORE >
Nebraska City Middle School students performed High School Musical Jr. on Friday, May 4th and Saturday, May 5th. This performance was directed by Mrs. Samantha Collins and Mr. Fernando Dominguez (NCHS senior). The cast was comprised of 6th, 7th, & 8th grade students along with a couple of high school students and Mr. Alex Meredith (Coach Bolton). The cast... READ MORE >