Oct. 9 will be a picture retake day for Northampton Area Middle School students.

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A strong school community involves teachers, students and parents/guardians. Joining the PTA is a great way to support your child and their classmates while getting involved with the school.

If you are interested and would like to learn how you can be involved, contact your child’s school PTA through the appropriate school websites.

The next Siegfried Elementary School PTA meeting is scheduled for 4-5 p.m. Oct. 14.

Lehigh Elementary School’s PTA group will meet 6:30-8 p.m. Oct. 16.

If you are interested in learning more about PTA, each group welcomes anyone to attend.

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If you missed purchasing a NAMS 2025-26 yearbook, extra books are available. The school accepts cash or checks made to NASD.

Books are available first come, first served.

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The NAMS Food Pantry is available during the school year to provide assistance to families in need. Complete the form on the district website to request nonperishable items to be sent home with your child.

Email Jessica Boandl at boandlj@nasdschools.org with any questions or concerns.

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NAMS’ clothing closet is in need of donations for women’s pants (sweats and leggings) size small through extra large. The closet also assists families in need of winter coats.

Donations can be dropped off at the main entrance during school hours.

Email Robyn Ginther at gintherr@nasdschools.org for more information.

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The Konkrete Kids sock sale is underway. These are comfortable, breathable and durable sports socks, perfect for practice and everyday wear. There are also other items, beanies and blankets but a limited amount available.

Visit NAMS’ page on the district website to order.

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Did you know there are many services available through the guidance department? Valley Youth House’s school-based counseling program is available to students and offers a minimum of three sessions provided by a Valley Youth House master’s-level counselor. Reach out to your child’s school counselor if you are interested in this program.

The Lunch Bunch program meets during lunches and works with students to improve problem-solving, social and coping skills. This program is run by Center for Humanistic Change and/or Valley Youth House. Reach out to your child’s school counselor if you are interested in this program.

Club Ophelia is a program run by Center For Humanistic Change and/or Valley Youth House with assistance from NAMS counselors. Your child will be matched with a Northampton Area High School student. Reach out to your child’s school counselor if you are interested in this program.

Homework Club is an opportunity for NAMS students to receive homework assistance. Please contact the guidance office if interested.

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Every student in the district receives a Chromebook to help them navigate our curriculum. Students are encouraged to keep their Chromebooks in working condition and safe. They should always transport their Chromebooks to and from school, as well as while walking in the hallways, using the provided case.

Students are required to report any damage of their Chromebook immediately.

The technology department offers the option to purchase insurance for student Chromebooks. Information regarding this optional insurance can be found on the district website and was also sent via Sapphire.

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If you are an administrator, teacher, coach, club adviser, student, PTA member or anyone who would like to share school district news, email me at jamb87@hotmail.com with Northampton School District News in the subject.