#184DaysofBrave: Day 89
We'd like to give a big shout out and welcome to our newest member of the Halsted Special Education team, Mr. Jim Murdoch! Mr. Mudoch comes to us with a breadth of experience and knowledge and is super excited to join the Halsted community!
#184DaysofBrave: Day 88
On Friday, scholars showed their school spirit by participating in Student Council's Pajama Day!
Hello, Friends and Families of Halsted!
If you would like to purchase a yearbook for your student this year, the link below will direct you. If you are an eighth-grade parent, there is a link included with this email where you can purchase an ad to honor your student. The basic price for the yearbook is $30.00. The price of the ad varies, depending on the size of the ad purchased.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Bottoni at kbottoni@newtonnj.org
All pre-sales will end on March 1, 2025. This will also be the last day to purchase an 8th-grade student ad.
LINK TO PURCHASE YEARBOOK: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1056811/Halsted-Middle-School/2025-Yearbook/2024110607151238077/CATALOG_SHOP/
#184DaysofBrave: Day 87
Today, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his powerful message of peace, equality, and love for all people. As we reflect on his legacy, let's take a moment to think about how we can carry his vision forward in our own lives—by treating others with kindness, respect, and fairness.
#184DaysofBrave: Day 86
The Halsted Student Council is inviting all 6th-8th Grade Scholars to our 80s Dance Party on Friday January 31st! Snacks and drinks are included. All attendees must have a signed permission slip. Catch you on the flip side!
#184DaysofBrave: Day 85
Motivational Speaker Coach Jim Stroker had an incredible speech today for our entire Halsted Community based on Events + Response = Outcome! Jim will be back a few times over the rest of the year to meet with scholars and staff to share his incredible insight!
#184DaysofBrave: Day 84
We are so excited to celebrate our December Students of the Month:
8th grade: Eva Denna
7th grade: Meljhon Peralta
6th Grade: Daniel Quick-Presher (not pictured)
5th Grade: Macie Hoffman
#184DaysofBrave: Day 83
On Thursday, the HMS Ski Club bared the cold and embarked on their first trip to Mountain Creek!
#184DaysofBrave: Day 82
Last week our wonderful Director of Community Schools Mr. DeBarros provided the staff with tons of delicious popcorn! Have you ever seen a bag so big??
#184DaysofBrave: Day 82
On Friday January 17th Student Council invites all scholars to come in their coziest pajamas for our Pajama Day Spirit Day!
#184DaysofBrave: Day 81
The main office is now offering digital gift cards to winners of our PBIS Rewards raffles! Scholars who exemplify our Halsted 5 receive tickets that then get input into our raffle lottery system. See new offerings below:
#184DaysofBrave: Day 80
Over Winter Break, our awesome custodial team led by Mr. Kays helped to clean and beautify our school before staff and scholars returned. Amongst some of the work that was done, some awesome new photos were put up around school of our scholars!
#184DaysofBrave: Day 79
In December, C2C hosted a very successful Pancake Palooza! Students and adults enjoyed flipping some flapjacks!
#184DaysofBrave: Day 78 Before break, scholars and staff participated in a Winter themed door decorating contest! Our winner was Mrs. Dutkowski's 5th grade class!
Halsted is currently looking for a Part Time Middle School Security guard. This is a ten month (school year) position. See below for details:
#184DaysofBrave: Day 77
On our first day back, staff were treated to a Welcome Back breakfast from Dr. Castro and Mrs. Dunbar!
#184DaysofBrave: Day 76
Right before break, 7th and 8th graders who received our attendance initiative for Tri-mester 1 were treated to an ice cream truck run by Tommy Scoops!
#184DaysofBrave: Day 75
🎄✨ Wishing our amazing Halsted community a joyful holiday season filled with happiness, rest, and lots of fun! 🌟 We hope everyone enjoys time with family and friends, and takes a well-deserved break. Here's to a fresh start and a fantastic New Year ahead! 🎉 Let's make 2025 even brighter together! 🌟 #HappyHolidays #NewYear2025
#184DaysofBrave: Day 74
On Monday, the Choir and Band program from the High School traveled down to Halsted to play pieces from their Holiday concert for our students!
#184DaysofBrave: Day 73
Scholars and staff were all decked out in Red today to continue celebrating our Holiday Spirit Week! Staff were also treated to a delicious lunch provided by Dr. Castro and Mrs. Dunbar!
