B2SN at Halsted is TONIGHT!
5PM- NJ4S Presentation for all in the Auditorium
5:30 - 8th Grade Parent Meeting in the Cafe
6- Updated Safety and Security Protocols with Officer Bellis in the Auditorium
6:30- 8PM Parents walk through Scholars's Schedule w/ Specials in Cafe
#184DaysofBrave: Day 18
Last week, 6th grade scientists in Mrs.Camacho's class got to explore the world on the atomic level! Working in teams they learned how to build atom models in different ways. The future is bright for these scientists in the making as they learn to tackle any challenge that comes their way!
The Town of Newton is hosting a Halloween Parade sponsored by the Newton Fire Department! You are also invited to sign-up for their Trunk or Treat to be hosted at the parade! Sign-up deadline is October 24th. Hope to see you there!
#184DaysofBrave: Day 17 Mrs. Oliveira's class was investigating the questions "What is science?" and "What scientists do?" They completed an investigation to design, build and test an egg protection device. Then conducted an experiment to test the design.
#184DaysofBrave: Day 16
6th Grade students in Mr. Miller's class have been diligently learning how to play the ukulele! Here they are doing a full class play-along together!
#184DaysofBrave: Day 15
Ms. Ahearn and Mrs. Metzgar's class took a trip to Morning Star Farm Riding Academy on Thursday to visit horses and learn life skills in the realm of horses and farming!
#184DaysofBrave: Day 14 This week, our awesome custodial team hung up a new banner to celebrate our Halsted pride and to welcome guests and visitors to our campus! Come stop by and get a glimpse of this awesome new addition!
#184DaysofBrave: Day 13
Over the Summer, Halsted FBLA competed in the FBLA Conference in Orlando Florida! All 4 members attended workshops, participated in competitive events, and even went to Universal Studios! Evan Hutchens, one of the FBLA members, made a VLOG documenting his experience below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8jekH-ZDqZk
#184DaysofBrave: Day 12
Yesterday as part of their engineering unit, Mr Licata and Mrs Goldmans' classes combined for the tallest paper tower challenge!
#184DaysofBrave: Day 11
Introducing new staff!!
Hi I’m Courtney Moran! I’m excited to be a part of the rocking 5th grade team here at Halsted! I teach 5th grade Math and Science. Before I found my forever home here at Halsted, I taught a year of 6th grade Earth Science, two years of 8th grade Life Science, and two years of Kindergarten. I have an 11 year old daughter who attends Canfield Avenue School. I can’t wait to get started helping your children navigate their first year of middle school and help empower them to reach their personal and academic goals.
Free Produce Market at MAS tomorrow 9/17
HALSTED PICTURE DAY is scheduled for FRIDAY OCTOBER 4th! Get those smiles ready!
#184 Days of Brave: Day 10
Staff celebrated a successful first full week on Friday with a delicious lunch provided by Dr. Castro!
#184DaysofBrave: Day 9 Congratulations to Trey McClure, winner of the Sussex County 2024 Veterans Day Pin Design Contest! Trey is in 8th grade, and his artwork was selected from over 70 submissions in Sussex County.
Scholars also came together on Wednesday to honor those we lost in 9/11 by wearing Red, White, and Blue. Go braves!
#184DaysofBrave: Day 8 Introducing New Staff!! Mrs.Camacho is teaching 6th grade math and science at HMS for the 24-25 school year. She worked the past two years as a teacher's assistant, but this year is her first year as a classroom teacher. In 2023, she completed her degree in Plant Biology from Rutgers University. She enjoys spending time crocheting, hiking, or hanging out with her four dogs. Mrs. Camacho says this year she is most excited for getting to know the students better and fostering a new love of math and science!
#184DaysofBrave: Day 7
Today, we pause to remember and honor the lives lost and affected by the tragic events of September 11, 2001. We reflect on the resilience, bravery, and unity displayed in the face of adversity. As we observe this solemn day, let us renew our commitment to compassion, understanding, and working together to build a better world for future generations. #NeverForget
#184DaysofBrave: Day 6 Introducing New Staff!! My name is Michael Licata and I am very excited to be working here at Halsted Middle School! I am joining the Special Education department which allows me the opportunity to teach all students from 5th to 8th grade which I am very excited about. I have taught middle school for many years and enjoy the energy and excitement the students bring to the classroom. My hope is to educate our scholars here at Halsted and inspire them to enjoy learning.
Our first Halsted Book Fair of the year will run from 9/23/24 - 9/26/24 during the school day from 7:45 - 2:40.
We will also host our Book Fair from 6PM to 8PM on 9/26 during our Back-to-School night.
More information can be found on the following site:
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/halstedmiddleschool
#184DaysofBrave: Day 5
Our scholars had a chance to sign-up for our awesome Halsted Music Program today with Dr. Young and Mr. Miller! Schedules will be posted on the morning announcements.
Band and Choir sign-ups will occur during Lunch and Recess on Monday 9/9! Scholars present in school on Monday will all have a chance to sign-up. Anyone not present in school can see Dr. Young or Mr. Miller to sign-up the next time they are present!