Wildcat News
Dear Wildcat Families!
As we head into the final stretch of the school year, there’s a lot to celebrate and look forward to at Naples Middle High School!
First, let’s send our best wishes to our incredible sports teams as they travel to represent us in European competitions—go Wildcats! We’re also excited to announce that the Italian National Honor Society Induction Ceremony is just around the corner, recognizing students who have shown outstanding dedication to language and culture.
We’re thrilled to welcome our incoming 7th graders soon with a special orientation event designed to introduce them to our school and community. In addition, several non-school related events are coming up for students, including activities especially for those who are new to NMHS—an excellent opportunity to make connections and feel at home.
A quick reminder that nominations for the NMHS Music Boosters are now open—this is a great way to support our talented student musicians and get involved. Also, don’t miss the final IAC (Installation Advisory Council) meeting of the year, where we’ll reflect on our progress and look ahead to future goals.
Lastly, as the temperatures rise, please remember to respect the school dress code. Let’s keep our learning environment comfortable and appropriate for everyone.  Please refer to the detailed explanation of our dress code at the bottom of this newsletter.
Thank you for being such an engaged and supportive community. Let’s finish the year strong—together!
Go Wildcats
P.S.  Parents and Students, please return overdue library books. With the end of the year approaching, it is important that all books are returned by May 27. Any help you can provide will be greatly appreciated.Â
What is Happening?
Italian National Honor Society Induction Ceremony Soon
On May 29 at 1330, Ms. Pennasilico and Mr. Wood will hold the induction ceremony for the National Italian Honor Society members for SY 2025. The ceremony will be recorded for parents. Â
The NIHS has worked on some community projects, such as mentoring two groups of elementary school children from local schools. They are very committed to deepening the knowledge of the Italian language and culture and dedicate themselves to meaningful projects.
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Transition from Dolphin to Wildcat
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This very valuable event will be happening on June 6 at 13:15. Â It will give our upcoming 7th grade students a chance to see our school and meet our admin and teachers. Â This event will be held during the school day and is for students and teachers only. Â
Carnival!
There is an End-of-the-Year celebration that is happening on June 10 at the Teen Center on the Support Site. Â There will be food, music, and activities for teens of all ages (rising seventh graders to recent high school graduates).
Attention rising seventh grade parents: School Age Care (SAC) staff will be accepting registration paperwork at this event. Â Please bring the completed Teen Center registration packet to the party. Â Download the packet from link below.
Falo Film and Fun
There will be a special event for our newly graduated seniors and our new upcoming seniors on June 12 from 7:00-10:00 in the area between pavillions 1 and 2 at the Support Site. Â There will be a bonfire, refreshments, and a movie in the park. Â It is a chance to celebrate the risks you take and the goals you made. Â
Bring a camping chair and blanket. Â This event is open only to high school seniors and juniors.
Register at the Teen Center by Monday, June 9.Â
Tel. 081 811 4395 or DSN 629 4395
email: NaplesCYP1@us.navy.mil
Naples Football Needs You!
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The Naples Wildcat Football team is looking for rising 9th-12th graders (current 8th-11th graders) interested in joining the Wildcat football program. Interested students can participate in spring practices in May to gauge their interest. See important dates (for planning purposes) below, or contact Coach Davis at naplesfootball@yahoo.com with questions.
•    Spring Practice: 5/27-5/30 from 15:00-17:00 (MHS Field).
•    Two-A-Days (Fall Camp): Starts 8/4-8/8 from 08:00-10:00 and 15:00-17:00.
•    In-Season: Starts 8/11 from 15:00-17:00 on Monday-Friday.
•    Tentative First Game: First weekend of September (9/6).
Get to Know Our Athletes!
Girl's Soccer
edited by Evie and Emma
Boys Soccer
edited by Maks
Softball
edited by Rene and Anastasia
Baseball
edited by Evan and Quynton
Girls Track
edited by Bella and Heather
Boys Track
edited by Julian and Brennan
New to Naples?
How Are You Getting to School Next Year?
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Please start now to organize your school transportation for next year. Â Registration is now open for new and returning students. Â Please contact Marco DeLuca, Francesca Vavuso or Andregus Thompson at the Student Transportation Office for more information. Â
commercial phone: Â 0444-106-0250
All students must register to be assigned a bus stop.
The office will be open all summer, but any registrations received after 8 August will be processed after the first week of school.
Your Chance to Get Involved!
Nominations for NMHS Music Boosters
This is your chance to get involved in our music program here at NMHS. Â Nominations are open for President, Vice President, Secretary, and Volunteer Coordinator.
Nominations end on May 21.
Send your nominations to musicboostersNaples@gmail.com
Upcoming Advisory Committee Meetings
Last meeting comping up soon!
These two organizations are a great way to get involved in our community. Â These boards advise the various levels of command in hopes of bettering the educational experience here at Naples, but it also keeps communication open. Â You are welcomed to get involved. Â There are still various meetings planned before the end of this school year. Â We hope to see you there.
NMHS IAC -May 28 at 4:00
Stay in-the-know
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.
Resource for 7-10 Students and Parents
Please click here to take advantage of these Grade 7-10 Counselor Toolbox for Student and Parents.
2025-26 SAT/ACT Schedule Announced
Will you not be here to pick up your yearbook?
Did you buy a yearbook but will be PCSing before the end of the school year?
Please bring the following to the high school office so we can send your yearbook to you when it arrives!
Self-addressed 9X13 mailing envelope, preferably padded
$20 for shipping (cash or check made out to NMHS SAF) in an envelope with student name and grade.Â
Spring Sports Schedule
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
Frequently Needed Documents
Naples M/HS Bell Schedule
May Lunch Menu
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Check Out These School Opportunities
Student Council Wants You!
Are you a current Sophomore or Junior looking for a way to play a more significant role in our school leadership? Would you like to plan school events like Homecoming, spirit weeks, and pep rallies? Then the STUCO Executive Council wants you for the 2025 - 26 School Year. Please pick up an application in room 211. Applications are due on May 9th.Â
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Senior News
Important Graduation Information
- Graduation Rehearsal is scheduled for June 4. Students will come to school at 8:00am. We will take a bus to Carney park. After returning to school and eating lunch, we will do our annual grad walk at the elementary school.
- Graduation will be held on June 5 at 6pm. The location is Carney Park. See the attached letter for more detailed information.Â
Celebrate Your Class of 2025 Graduate Like Never Before!
Stars and Stripes is your ultimate destination for honoring the achievements of your Class of 2025 graduate. This year, we are excited to offer you three fantastic options to share your graduate's success with family and friends, no matter where they are. Your Graduate’s Announcement is:Â
Personalized: Reflect your graduate's personality and achievements.Â
Versatile: Choose the format that best suits your needs.Â
Shareable: Easily share your digital ad with loved ones near and far.Â
Traditional: As your hometown newspaper, we are proud to announce your graduate’s success.
Read more at: https://europe.stripes.com/grad-tab/
Senior Event Schedule
Ms. Hooper has been working hard to make sure that our seniors have a memorable year. Â From now until the end of the school year, the schedule is full of fun and exciting events. Â If you have any questions, please direct them to laura.hooper@dodea.eduÂ
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!
Broken and Damaged Chromebooks
We have observed a significant increase in the number of damaged Chromebooks and broken styluses this year. This issue is becoming critical, and we risk running out of devices for our students.
Please address this issue with your children and monitor how they handle their Chromebooks. Remember, students and their parents signed a form accepting financial responsibility for any damage or loss. While some incidents may be accidental, others, such as missing protective shells or intentional damage, could be considered negligence or vandalism, respectively. Â In that case, parents may have to pay for the damage. Â The warranty company is beginning to question the warranty tickets that we are submitting and not always providing us replacements.
Your vigilance and communication with students are crucial in mitigating this problem. We also welcome any feedback from students that could help us address this issue more effectively.
Thank you for your cooperation.
New Stylus Replacement Procedure
Parents order a replacement stylus on the PTA website.
Parents send their receipts from the PTA to the school supply office. If they unregistering from our school they can present the receipt to the registrar for release of their records.
If the student is not unregistering from our school, the supply clerk will issue the student a replacement stylus from our reserves. We have a small supply of extra styluses.
PTA will bulk order the replacement styluses at the end of the school year and give them to our supply clerk.
*It is important to order the exact model, as other model styluses may not work or fit in the charging garage available on our Chromebooks.
**Styluses can be ordered directly from HP, but HP does not deliver to PO boxes.
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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 and/or imagery that targets groups based on race/color, ethnicity/national origin, sex, sexual orientation, 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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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 | School Counselor | 0444-106-0253 |
| NSA Naples Installation Advisory Committee | ||
| School Advisory Council (SAC) | School Advisory Council | |
| Tracy Griffith | School Psychologist | 0444-106-0253 |
