August 5, 2024
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Welcome to the New Town Middle School family! We're so excited to start this new school year with your child as they begin their middle school journey. This is a big time filled with lots of learning and new experiences, and we're here to make sure it's a great one.
At New Town Middle School, we believe working together is key to helping our students succeed. We're here to support your child and to make sure they have a positive and enriching experience. Our awesome team of teachers is ready to guide and encourage them every step of the way.
Middle school can be a time of big changes, both in and out of the classroom. Our curriculum is designed to be engaging and challenging, helping students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Plus, we offer a variety of extracurricular activities to help them explore their interests and talents.
Communication is super important, and we want to stay connected with you. Don’t hesitate to reach out to your child’s teachers, our school counselors, or the administration with any questions or concerns. We’ll also keep you updated through our school’s newsletter, website, and social media channels about important events and announcements.
We can’t wait to meet you at our upcoming Open House on August 13th from 4 to 7pm. It’ll be a great chance to tour the school, meet the teachers, and learn more about what we have planned for the year. Your involvement and support mean a lot to us, and we’re excited to partner with you in your child’s educational journey.
Thank you for trusting us with your child’s education. Let’s make this year a fantastic one filled with growth, learning, and success.
Best regards,
Amy Dana
New Town Middle School Principal
Phone-701-627-3660 email-amy.dana@k12.nd.us
Dear Eagle Parents/Guardians, Staff and Students:
As principal, it is my pleasure to welcome you back for another year of excellent educational opportunities at New Town High School.
Please allow me to briefly introduce myself. My name is Dr. Robert C. Smith. I was adopted into the Crow Tribe of Indians of Montana 13 years ago. My wife, Linda Smith, and our three, adult children are enrolled in the Peoria Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma. Linda and I have lived or served on the following Indian reservations: Northern Cheyenne, Crow, Fort Belknap, Makah, Rocky Boy, Fort Peck, and Cherokee. My eldest son is completing his Master’s Degree in Health Administration. My middle daughter has attended Dickinson State University and Montana University Billings; she has not decided on her career path. My youngest son is a nationally board certified, Internal Medicine Physician. He serves Native Indian Health Service patients in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
High School classes begin on August 15, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. All high school students will report directly to the high school gymnasium at this time. Regular school hours are 8:30 a.m. to 3:50 p.m.; unless otherwise designated for early out days.
I am looking forward to meeting all of you, and I encourage you to the greatest extent possible to place a high value on quality education. Ensuring regular attendance, communicating closely with instructional and administrative staff, supporting your student in their academic and extra-curricular activities, and celebrating in their successes and triumphs are great ways to express value for quality education.
Let’s make this the very best year for your student and family.
Cordially,
Dr. Robert C. Smith, High School Principal
JH/HS Cross Country practice starts on Monday, August 12 at 10:00 am in the HS gym with Coach Bell.
High School and Middle school girls golf practice starts on Monday August 5 golfers are to meet with head golf coach Carroll Howling Wolf at Edgewater Golf Club @ 3:30pm, team meeting will be held at this time. Questions please Coach Howling Wolf @ 701-897-2181
SPORTS PHYSICAL
CLINICS
Call to schedule your sports physical appointments
A sports physical helps to determine if it is safe for you or your student to participate in sports. These exams are typically REQUIRED before an athlete can start a new sport or a new competitive season. If able, please print off and complete the North Dakota High School Activities Association (NDHSAA) form PRIOR to your scheduled appointment and bring with you. If you can not print and complete prior to appointment please arrive 20 minutes prior to complete form at clinic.
https://ndhsaa.com/ndhsaa-physical
**PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN MUST BE PRESENT WITH STUDENT FOR APPOINTMENT, BRING ID AND PROOF OF INSURANCE IF APPLICABLE**
UPCOMING DATES
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Elbowoods Memorial Health Center
(701)627-7602 or (701)627-7755
July 11: 5-7
July 25: 5-7
August 1: 5-7
August 8: 5-7
August 15: 5-7
August 22: 5-7
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Parshall Field Clinic
(701)862-8220
July 17: 1-4
July 24: 9-12
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White Shield Field Clinic
(701)743-4940 or
(701)743-7939
July 30: 9-4
August 6: 9-4
August 20: 9-4
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Mandaree Field Clinic
(701)759-3422
July 16: 9-4
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Twin Buttes Field Clinic
(701)938-4540
July 9: 9-4
No worries parents! School supplies will again be provided to all students at New Town Public Schools K-12 by North Segment! ALSO...MHA Nation Education Dept will be handing out backpacks at the open house nights!
Edwin Loe
Elementary School
OPEN HOUSE
MONDAY, AUGUST 12, 2024
4:00-7:00 PM
Join us for a fun-filled open house! Get ready for the new school year by exploring classrooms and meeting your awesome teachers. MHA Nation Education Dept will also be handing out backpacks!
Welcome Back to School
Open House
New Town
Middle School & High School
Tuesday, August 13, 2024
4:00 P.M to 7:00 P.M
ALSO...MHA Nation Education Dept will be handing out backpacks at the open house nights!
New Town Public School District #1
Classified Ads
Job Vacancy
August 1, 2024
HELP WANTED: The New Town Public School District #1 is presently accepting applications for the following positions for the 2024-2025 school year.
Edwin Loe Elementary School: Night Custodian (8 hours per day)
New Town High School: Night Custodian (8 hours per day)
The positions are open until filled. Starting salary is $20 per hour. It includes a single policy health insurance plan through ND Blue Cross Blue Shield. Veteran Preference applies in hiring. Applicants must have at a minimum a high school diploma or GED. The successful applicants must pass a background check through the ND Bureau of Criminal Investigations. Applications can be picked up at the school district business office. Interested persons should submit a completed application and/or a resume of related experience to Marc Bluestone Sr., Superintendent, P.O. Box 700, New Town, N.D. 58763.
Students from the 23-24 school year in grades 9-12 that participated in the clean-up day can pick up their mega passes at Northern Lights. They must have helped all day to have been put on the list.
Time to get your sports physicals done!
*Girls Golf starts Aug 5th
*Football starts Aug 8th
*Cross Country starts Aug 12th
*Volleyball Starts Aug 19th
Athletic Meeting with coaches/parents/athletes will be Aug 14th to go over handbooks and policies.
Let's have an awesome season and year!
Unofficial School Board Election Results
Joleen Steele--19 votes
Marietta Heart--37 votes
Janie Herman--9 votes
Kyle DeCoteau-1 vote
66 total votes cast
Measure to publish the minutes in the official newspaper
59 yes votes
6 no votes
1 empty vote
The election will be canvased at the June 24, 2024 Special School Board Meeting.
Reminder: The school board election for City Area #2 is Tuesday June 11, 2024 from 9 am to 6 pm.
NOTE: Due to the road construction, the elementary students are eating lunch in the cafeteria this summer. Therefore, the school election polling place has been moved down the hall to the middle school gymnasium.
Summer school will be held from June 3-26, 2024 for the elementary school and middle school from 8:45 am-12:15 pm. Summer school will be held for the high school students from June 3-28, 2024 with a special session on July 8th-19th. Due to road construction around the elementary school, all summer school classes (grades kindergarten through twelfth grade) will be held at the New Town Middle School and New Town High School which is located at 300 Eagle Drive.
The bus will be stopping at Dragswolf Village at 7:30 am and Bakersfield at 7:45 am to pick up students who wish to come to breakfast. Please remember that if your child is planning to attend summer school, he or she will need to catch the breakfast bus. All elementary and middle school summer school students who ride the bus will be returned at 12:45 pm. High school summer school students will have class from 8:45 am to 4 pm daily. Parents must provide transportation home for high school students.
New Town Public Schools
Summer Food Service
June 3-28 @ High School Cafeteria
8-9 am Breakfast
12-1 pm Lunch
Free Meals for Children Ages 3-19
The New Town Public School District announces the sponsorship of the Summer Food Service Program. The Summer Food Service Program is a program of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. Free meals will be made available to all children, regardless of family income, during the summer program. Adults may eat lunch for $ 5.00 and breakfast for $ 3.00.
As in previous years, a bus will provide transportation from Bakersfield and Dragswolf Village for the Summer Food Service Program. The bus will be stopping at Dragswolf Village at 7:30 am and Bakersfield at 7:45 am to pick up students who wish to come to breakfast. Please remember that if your child is planning to attend summer school, he or she will need to catch the breakfast bus. All elementary and middle school summer school students who ride the bus will be returned at 12:45 pm.
Thank you Dr. Monica!!! The senior girls love their ribbon skirts!
Check this out!
2024 ND State Track & Field Qualifiers
Xavier Bell
4x800 relay
4x400 relay
3200 m
1600 m
800 m
400 m
Ben DuBois
4x800 relay
4x400 relay
3200 m
1600 m
800 m
Lander Lahtinen
4x800 relay
4x400 relay
3200 m
1600 m
800 m
Lukas Spotted Bear
4x800 relay
4x400 relay
3200 m
1600 m
Louden Haugen
1600 m
NTHS Spring Concert, Tuesday May 21st at 6:00 pm in the NTHS Auditorium
Monday 5/20
Golf @ Ray
Tues 5/21
Spring Concert
Wed 5/22
Eligibility runs
Thurs 5/23
Track/Field @ State (BSC)
8th Grade Graduation
Friday 5/24
Track @ State (BSC)
Golf Regionals @ Crosby
Saturday 5/25
Track @ State (BSC)
Sunday 5/26
Graduation @ 2pm
Please be aware that weather may change! Good luck to our Eagles!