Wildcat News
Dear Wildcat Families!
Welcome to the new format of our school newsletter! We hope you find it informative and easy to navigate.
We are excited to share highlights such as the successful drama presentation of "The Little Mermaid," Educators Rising's awards from their conference in Germany, a successful NJROTC inspection, and staff participation in CCR training.
Upcoming events include the Rome Colleges trip, the ASVAB test, a library scavenger hunt, and a middle school dance. Don't forget, re-registration has begun!
We value your feedback, so please let us know your suggestions to make this newsletter even better.
Go Wildcats
Dear Students, Parents, and Staff,
As part of our ongoing commitment to ensuring a safe, respectful, and positive learning environment for all students, we would like to address a matter impacting our school community: the use of discriminatory language. Our responsibility at Naples Elementary and Naples Middle High School is to provide a school environment free of discrimination and harassment. We are bound to prevent and address student-on-student discriminatory conduct.
Specifically, we want to highlight that the use of racist language is never acceptable. Regardless of intent, words that target individuals based on their race or ethnicity are considered civil rights violations. Even if the offender did not intend to harm or was unaware of a word's significance, it undermines the safe and welcoming environment we strive to create. Any student using such language will face formal disciplinary actions, as this behavior falls under discriminatory conduct.
We are committed to addressing these situations with the seriousness they deserve. We will work to investigate, document, and ensure corrective actions are taken to foster a safe and respectful environment for everyone.
We expect all students to treat one another with kindness, respect, and understanding. Thank you for partnering with us to ensure our schools are positive and safe learning environments.
Regards,
Christopher D. Beane
Principal
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School Lunch Information from the School Liaison Officer
One More SAC Meeting This Year!
The School Advisory Committee will meet one more time this year on April 24. If needed, please contact them at sacnmhschool@gmail.com
...and One More Coffee and Cornetti w/ the Admin Team
It will be held in the NMHS Cafeteria on April 24 at 9:00. We value your participation and feedback. This is a time to receive current events, new and to ask questions that will positively impact student achievement, school culture and climate. All parents welcome!
Spring Sports Schedule
SY 25-26 Student Re-registration Window Has Opened
The Student Re-registration window opens on February 26. Parents should complete a re-registration for each currently enrolled student by the end of the school year. During re-registration, parents will indicate whether their student will be withdrawing or returning for the upcoming school year.
New Student Registration will be closed from March 2nd – March 12th to update system functionality. If your student needs to be registered while New Student Registration is unavailable, please contact your school.
School Nurse News: Parents Need To Be Present to Sign Students Out of School
Important Reminder:
Do not send your child to school if he or she is ill. Staying home to get the proper rest, nutrition, and parental care is for your child's benefit as well as for the benefit of the other children in the school who may be unnecessarily exposed to a contagious illness. The following are examples of when a student should remain home:
- A temperature greater than or equal to 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The student must be fever-free without the use of fever-reducing medication for 24 hours (a complete school day) before returning to school.
- Actively vomiting or has diarrhea
- Severe uncontrolled coughing or wheezing, rapid or difficult breathing, and coughing lasting longer than five to seven days.
Please review for more information: Health Services | DoDEA
Thank you, Nurse Hall
ASVAB Coming Soon
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Principal’s Student Expectations
As we begin this school year, I want to take a moment to outline the expectations we have for each of you. These guidelines are designed to ensure a safe, respectful, and productive environment for everyone. Please take these seriously and strive to embody these values each day.
Being on time is crucial for your success. You are expected to be on campus and in your first class by the start of the school day. Arriving late disrupts not only your learning but also the learning of others. The same applies to returning from lunch and transitioning between classes—ensure you move quickly and arrive promptly.
During lunch, it is important that you maintain a clean and respectful environment. Please pick up after yourself, dispose of waste properly, and use the recycling bins where appropriate. Remember, off-campus lunch privileges are only granted to 11th and 12th graders—use this privilege responsibly. Everyone should be mindful of their behavior and show respect to cafeteria staff and fellow students.
For your safety, only your parents or legal guardians can sign you out of school during the day. If you need to leave early for any reason, make sure your parents are aware and involved in the sign-out process.
Our school is a place for all of us to learn and grow, and it’s important to treat it with care. Destruction of school property, including lockers, microwaves, and any form of graffiti, will not be tolerated. If you see something that needs attention, please report it—do not take matters into your own hands.
Technology is a powerful tool for learning, but it must be used appropriately. Cyberbullying and any inappropriate use of technology are serious offenses and will be dealt with accordingly. Remember that your online behavior reflects who you are—be kind and responsible in your digital interactions.
Your education is important, and attending every class is key to your success. Skipping class not only hinders your learning but also can lead to disciplinary action. If you’re struggling with something, please reach out for help instead of keeping skipping class.
We all need someone we can turn to in times of need. I encourage each of you to identify a trusted adult in the building—whether it’s a teacher, counselor, or staff member—who you can go to if you need support or guidance.
Above all, be kind and respectful to others and yourself. Treat everyone with dignity, and remember that we are all part of this community together. Your actions and words have power—use them to build others up, not bring them down.
The late activity bus is reserved for students participating in DoDEA sports or school-sponsored activities. Hanging around the base with friends is not an acceptable reason to take the late activity bus, and you will not be allowed entry if this is your intent.
Dress Code is paramount for NMHS student decorum. Dress code plays a crucial role in maintaining a professional and respectful environment in schools like NMHS (or any school, really). It helps set a tone for the day and ensures that students are dressed appropriately for their learning environment. Adhering to the dress code can also promote a sense of equality and reduce distractions.
1. All housing is off limits.
2. Underclassmen friends cannot join you for lunch off campus. If underclassmen are caught with you, you may lose your lunch privileges.
3. When you return from off campus lunch, do not hang out in the atrium, go to the cafeteria.
4. You are required to come back from lunch for seminar and DVS/DE classes.
5. All school rules apply while off campus for lunch.
6. You may go to the Commissary/NEX, Food trucks, Spinz, Village Forum, Food Court and Mini Mart.
7. You must be back on time for your last class of the day. Tardies coming back from lunch will not be tolerated. Spinz or the food court taking too long to make your food is not an excuse - plan accordingly neither is not knowing the schedule for Wednesday's.
8. Your off-campus lunch privileges will be revoked if any school rules are broken, or you are found in an area that is off limits.
9. Students must exit and enter the school through the front door only.
10. Clean up after yourself.
Reminder you are Wildcat and to represent our school well while out in the community!
Let’s work together to make this school year a positive and successful one for everyone. Your commitment to these expectations will help create a welcoming and productive environment where we can all thrive.
Thank you for your attention, and let’s make this year great!
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DoDEA School Dress Code
Students MUST wear:
- Tops with sleeves (sleeveless tops/dresses are permitted for school sponsored formal events such as prom)
- Solid clothing (not transparent or translucent) that fully covers the top and bottom from armpit to mid-thigh
- Shoes (shoes must be safe for the school environment)
- Bedroom slippers shall not be worn, except for school activities approved by the principal
- Open toe shoes with a strap across the heel are allowed
Students CANNOT wear clothing with:
- Language or images promoting violence
- Language or images that depict, promote, or advocate the illegal use or sale of drugs, alcohol or tobacco products; violent conduct; curse words; pornography; that contain threats or expressions which are violent, discriminatory, lewd or obscene; or that advocate or promote any other illegal item or activity or the use of same
- Derogatory speech/imagery targeting groups based on race/color, ethnicity/national origin, sex, disability, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law
- Headgear that obscures the face (except as a religious observance or health purpose); clothing items with hoods attached can be worn but must not cover the head
* Teachers/courses can require certain attire as part of the curriculum (for example: physical education, culinary) that may include specific dress
* DoDEA issued athletic uniforms and athletic practice attire outside of the DoDEA school dress code is permitted when worn by participants during athletic practices and sports events
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Need to Be Excused From an Absence?
Don't hesitate to let our School Secretary know!
Best way to contact her for absences is by email:
naplmhs.attendance@dodea.edu or by phone call: +39 04441060252.
Will you be absent for 4 or more days?
Please stop by the front office for a Notification of Planned Absence Form, which needs to be filled out and signed by teachers prior to an authorized signature from the Principal.
Did you know?
- You aren't required to sign your student in if;
- they are running late
- or coming back from an appointment (please be sure to get a doctor's note)
- Students under the age of 18 need to be signed out by a parent, guardian, or authorized adult
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Are You PCS'ing Soon?
If you are pcs'ing soon, please contact our Naples MHS school registrar, Michela Pellecchia at michela.pellecchia@dodea.edu for information on how to get started.
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Contacts
| Name | Position Details | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| HR Specialist | HR Specialist | +49 (0)611-143-1999 |
| School Meals Program | School Meals Program | +39 0444-71-6796 |
| Attendance Clerk | Attendance | 0444-106-0253 |
| Cristina Hall | School Nurse | 0444-106-0261 |
| Jeff Wood | School Webmaster | 0444-106-0252 |
| Joan Williams | School Counselor | 0444-106-0253 |
| Michela Pellecchia | Registrar | 0444-106-0254 |
| Nicci Bartley | Counselor (MS/HS) | 0444-106-0253 |
| School Advisory Council (SAC) | School Advisory Council | |
| Tracey Griffith | School Psychologist | 0444-106-0253 |
