February 2-6, 2026 Reading Month Monday, February 2 Kick off reading month read on 10:40-10:55 Wednesday, February 4 PTC 4-7pm, Dress like a professional Thursday, February 5 Read on 1:30-1:45 Friday, February 6 Super Bowl Friday, wear a football jersey Score Big, Read Big! Our Reading Month theme is Score Big, Read Big with a fun sports focus! Students will read all month and earn weekly prizes for meeting their reading goals and an end of the month prize!. Classes will also complete a sports-themed project for Reading Night (March 5) and earn an ice cream social in March. Reading Goals: Kindergarten: 1 booklet each week 1st Grade: Return little books daily Grades 2–6: 18 Read & Responds for the month.  Let’s score big by reading big! Feature Friday Celebrating Our Super Eagles! Congratulations to Ramona D., Jack W.T., Jordynn M., and Justice J. for earning a Book Vending Machine token and a brand-new book! These Eagles went above and beyond by doing the right thing in the classroom and showing kindness to friends. One student even stepped up to help a sick classmate — now that’s true Eagle pride! UPCOMING EVENTS After School Programs 5:00pm Tuesday/ Thursday Beginning Monday, February 2  Dental Screening (permission slips required) Wednesday, February 4 Parent Teacher Conferences 4-7pm Thursday, February 12 County Spelling Bee in New Town Monday, February 16 No School Wednesday, February 18 State Science & Engineering Fair in Minot Edwin Loe Elementary Community Open House with Parent Teacher Conferences on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 from 4-7pm. Join us for an evening with your student’s teachers to discuss their progress and achievements. Dinner will be provided. We look forward to seeing our families! Lunch Menu Monday              Chicken quesadillas, baked beans, fruit salad, sunchips and milk Tuesday             Corndog, chips, celery sticks, frozen fruit cup and milk Wednesday     Scalloped potatoes/ham, bread, green beans, peaches and milk Thursday           Pizza, bread sticks, corn, mixed fruit and milk Friday                  Drummies, french fries, celery sticks, apples and milk End-of-Day Changes Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: Call before 3:00 p.m. Wednesday: Call before 2:00 p.m.  (dismissal at 2:45) Front Office: 701-627-3718
NTMS News Week of 1/19/2026 A note from the principal After school ICU times now go till 6:00pm. We love giving our students opportunities to learn from the people in our community! If you have a special talent, cultural tradition, story, song, or dance to share please contact Ms. Dana at the middle school 627-3660. We would love to have you visit the school. Junior High Boys have two home games this week Friday, January 30th and Saturday January 31st.   Please join us for a Our community Open House and Parent teacher conferences When: Wednesday, February 11th from 4 to 7 Locations: New Town Middle School- for middle school students New Town Middle School Gym- for high school students Supper and community groups will be located in the MS/HS cafeteria Along with the cake walk. If you have questions, please contact the respective office.   Lunch Menu: Monday- Hot Spicy Chicken Strips on Tortilla Shells, Lettuce Salad, Tator Tots, Apple, Salad Bar, Milk Tuesday- Cook's Choice, Salad Bar, Milk Wednesday- Lasagna Hotdish, Cheesy Breadsticks, Corn, Fruit Cup, Salad Bar, Milk Thursday- Popcorn Chicken, French Fries, Broccoli, Pretzel Stick, Peaches, Salad Bar, Milk Friday- Chicken Tortilla Soup, Hot Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Celery Sticks, Applesauce, Salad Bar, Milk   Get ready to party! You are invited to our Valentine’s Day dance February 13th from 7 to 9 Dance Music food NTMS cafeteria 5 Dollars to get in.
Pulse of the Week: •	Jan. 26, Mon. - BB - Parshall @ Eagles •	Jan. 27, Tue. - GB - Eagles @ Hazen •	Jan. 28, Wed. - WELLNES @ ELES •	Jan. 29, Thu - BB - Eagles @ Beulah •	Jan. 30, Fri - GB - Eagles @ Watford City  Winterfest Spirit Week: Dress Up Days •	Monday - Jersey Day (Wear your favorite sports jersey or team gear) •	Tuesday - Winter Blues (Dress in blue or cozy winter colors to show off your winter spirit) •	Wednesday - Dress like a teacher/Student (Students dress like teachers and teachers dress like students for a fun role reversal) •	Thursday - Winter Hat/Scarf (Stay warm and stylish with your favorite winter hat or scarf •	Friday - Pajama Day (Get comfy and cozy by wearing your pajamas to celebrate the end of the week)  Dates to Remember: (Angeline Castaneda-Guidance Counselor)  •	Jan. 26 - 27 : Classroom Visits •	Jan. 29: Out of the Building (chaperone for the Science Fair @ Williston •	Jan. 30: Sources of Strength Presentation @ HS Gym •	March 17 - 18 : T4 •	April 14: 2026 Career/College Fair Principal's Note:  We proudly recognized students and staff for their Outstanding and Perfect Attendance. Their commitment to being present every day strengthens our school and inspires others to do the same. Attendance truly matters, and their dedication deserves celebration. Lunch Menu: •	Monday - Hot Spicy Chicken Strips on Tortilla Shells, Lettuce Salad, Tator Tots, Apple, Salad Bar, & Milk •	Tuesday - Cook’s Choice, Salad Bar, & Milk •	Wednesday - Lasagna Hotdish, Cheesy Breadsticks, Corn, Fruit Cup, Salad Bar, & Milk •	Thursday - Popcorn Chicken, French Fries, Broccoli, Pretzel Stick, Peaches, Salad Bar, & Milk •	Friday - Chicken Tortilla Soup, Hot Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Celery Sticks, Applesauce, Salad Bar, & Milk Questions? Please call the HS office @ 701-627-3658 (Steph or Monica)
January 26-30 Edwin Loe Elementary Community Open House with Parent Teacher Conferences on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 from 4-7pm. Join us for an evening with your student’s teachers to discuss their progress and achievements. Dinner will be provided. We look forward to seeing our families! Cold weather reminder! Bundle up with your coat, hat, and gloves before coming to school. If something is missing, check the Lost and Found—it might be waiting for you! UPCOMING EVENTS After School Programs 5:00pm Tuesday/ Thursday Tuesday, January 27 100th Day of School Wednesday, February 4 Parent Teacher Conferences 4-7pm Thursday, February 12 County Spelling Bee in New Town Monday, February 16 No School Wednesday, February 18  State Science & Engineering Fair in Minot Feature Friday Celebrating Our Super Eagles! Kayden F. This Eagle stepped up to help a classmate and showed true kindness. His actions earned him a Book Vending Machine token, and we’re proud of the positive example he set! REMINDER: End-of-Day Changes Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: Call before 3:00 p.m. Wednesday: Call before 2:00 p.m. (dismissal at 2:45) Front Office: 701-627-3718 Lunch Menu Monday Mini corndogs, mac and cheese, green beans, apples and milk Tuesday Chicken strips/ham slice, cheese on a bun, celery sticks, oranges and milk Wednesday Tator tot hotdish, mixed vegetables, bread, pears, pudding cups and milk Thursday Chicken spaghetti, dinner rolls, carrots, peaches and milk Friday  Chili, cornbread, lettuce salad, apple and milk
Pulse of the Week: Jan. 19 - MLK Day (PD) - No School •	GB (Standing Rock @ Eagles) Jan. 20 - BB - Dickinson @ Eagles •	Dr. Clayton Smalls Visit Jan. 21 - SFA Solutions Team @ Cafeteria •	Outstanding attendance awarding Jan. 22 - GB - Beulah @ Eagles Jan. 23 - BB - Killdeer @ Eagles •	GB - Eagles @ Tioga Jan. 24 - Saturday Academy @ CTE (9-4pm) Principal's Note:  As we enter the third week of January, we are excited to recognize students and staff for outstanding attendance this Wednesday. Thank you to our students, staff, and families for a strong and successful start to the year.  Lunch Menu:  Monday - No School Tuesday - Pizza, Potatoes Wedges, Mixed Vegetables, Orange, Salad Bar, & Milk Wednesday - Chicken Alfred, Cheesy Bread Sticks, Green Beans, Fruit Cups, Salad Bar, & Milk Thursday - Crispy Chicken Filet, French Fries, California Blend, Kiwi, Salad Bar, & Milk Friday - TBA  Spotlight of the week:  The Sources of Strength team, led by Ms. Rhonda Medicine Crow presented an activity titled “I Am Stronger” last January 7, 2016. Students were highly engaged and enthusiastically participated in the games, which encouraged them to come forward and demonstrate what “I am stronger” means to them. A group of six sophomores won the activity and were excited to proudly display their trophy.
S1 Honor Roll
Q2 Honor Roll
January 19-23 Congratulations to Our Spelling Bee Winners The top spellers in grades 4–6 will compete at the County Spelling Bee on February 12, hosted this year by New Town Schools.  Good luck—we’re proud of you! 3rd Grade 1st Brayleigh L 2nd Thalia S 3rd Kellie LS 4th Grade 1st Arias B 2nd Warren C 3rd Maizey M 5th Grade 1st Kiel D 2nd Reece P 3rd Brady W 4th Gabriella S Alternates Ashten LH Esdras S 6th Grade 1st Mya S 2nd London T 3rd Maxwell D 4th Marie P Alternates Nicole M London J UPCOMING EVENTS After School Programs 5:00pm Tuesday/ Thursday No School, Monday, January 19 Professional Development Wednesday, February 4 Parent Teacher Conferences 4-7pm Thursday, February 12 County Spelling Bee in New Town Monday, February 16 No School Wednesday, February 18 State Science & Engineering Fair in Minot Feature Friday Celebrating  Our Super Eagles! These students went out of their way to help classmates and show kindness. Their actions did not go unnoticed—they earned a Book Vending Machine token. We’re proud of you! Reece M * Karen Y Addison D Jordyn M Kudos to our Special Olympics Cornhole Winners Niibin H * Nodin H * Leiya  You showed great teamwork, sportsmanship, and determination. We are so proud of you for representing our school so well! End-of-Day Changes Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: Call before 3:00 p.m. Wednesday: Call before 2:00 p.m. (dismissal at 2:45) Front Office: 701-627-3718 Lunch Menu Monday              No school Tuesday             Nacho supreme, broccoli, peaches and milk Wednesday     Spaghetti, garlic toast, corn, apple slices and milk Thursday           Orange chicken, fried rice, mini egg rolls, fortune cookies, oranges and milk Friday                  Pizza, baked beans, baby carrots, apples and milk
Pulse of the Week! •	Jan. 12, Mon. - BB (Eagles @ Watford City)                                - Air Force Academy Visit •	Jan. 13, Tue. - GB (Dickinson @ Eagles) •	Jan. 14, Wed. - Grades must be finalized before this date (Honor Roll will be run on this day)/ Data Teams/TSI & CSI work - Individual School •	Jan. 15, Thu. - BB (Shilo @ Eagles) •	Jan. 16, Fri. - GB (Eagles @ Shilo) Principal’s Note: As we begin the second week of January, our high school students are settling into routines and focusing on their goals for the new semester. We appreciate your continued support as we work toward a strong start to 2026. Lunch Menu: Monday - Cheeseburger on bun, Chips, Baked Beans, Fruit Salad, Salad Bar, & Milk Tuesday - Nacho Supreme, Broccoli, Pears, Salad Bar, & Milk Wednesday - Spaghetti, Garlic Toast, Corn, Apple Slices, Salad Bar, & Milk Thursday -  Orange Chicken, Fried Rice, Egg Roll, Fortune Cookie, Applesauce, Salad Bar, & Milk Friday - Corn Dogs, French Fries, Carrots, Peaches, Salad Bar, & Milk Winter Spotlight! •	The Winter Concert held on December 17, 2025, was a wonderful success, showcasing the talent and dedication of our student musicians. Under the direction of band teacher Mr. Weller, students delivered an outstanding performance that highlighted their hard work and growth. The evening was further enriched by the beautiful musical selections prepared with the guidance of music teacher Mrs. Reese. Thank you to our students, staff, and families for making this memorable winter event such a success. •	The Talent Show on December 18, 2025, was a great success, showcasing creativity and talents of our students. Thank you to everyone who supported the event. What's Ahead: •	Jan. 19: Prof. Dev. Day (MLK Day) •	Jan. 21: SFA Solutions Team •	Jan. 24: Saturday Academy
January 12-16, 2026 Feature Friday Celebrating Our Super Eagles! A big shout-out to Elias Z.for earning a book from our vending machine! He stood out this week by helping translate for another student, showing kindness and respect, and being a positive role model throughout the school day. His willingness to help others shows true Eagle Pride. Way to soar. Congratulations to Our Science Fair Winners! We are proud of all of our students who participated this year. We had more projects than we’ve seen in recent years, and the effort and creativity were amazing. A big thank you to Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College for providing judges and supporting our students. Great job to all of our Eagles for stepping up, asking great questions, and showing their learning. Way to soar! Kindergarten Deon Carter 1st Grade Gabriel VanWagoner 2nd Grade 1- Merlayna Krueger   2- Judy Pangalay 3- Sara Delisca & Joseph Poplardo 3rd Grade 1- Juliana Labastida & Nathalie Solis-Garcia 2- Watson Ortega 3- Anora Standish 4th Grade 1- Tydus VanWagoner 2- Thaleia Dye 3- Athena Giva & Joem Cutaran 5th Grade 1- Brynneligh Slater 2- Brady Wollschlager 3- Jacklyn Crowe 6th Grade 1- Marie Pangalay 2- Yilnibah Young 3- Victoria Torres UPCOMING EVENTS After School Programs 5:00pm Tuesday/ Thursday Thursday, January 15 Spelling Bee- grades 3-6 No School, Monday, January 19 Professional Development Wednesday, February 11 Parent Teacher Conferences 4-7pm Monday, February 16 No School Lunch Menu Monday  Cheeseburgers, french fries, baked beans, fruit salad and milk Tuesday Nacho supreme, broccoli, peaches and milk Wednesday Spaghetti, garlic toast, corn, apple slices and milk Thursday Orange chicken, fried rice, mini egg rolls, fortune cookies, oranges and milk Friday Pizza, baked beans, baby carrots, apples and milk End-of-Day Changes Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: Call before 3:00 p.m. Wednesday: Call before 2:00 p.m. (dismissal at 2:45) Front Office: 701-627-3718
School Board Meeting
NTMS News Week of 1/05/2026 A note from the principal Welcome to 2026! It’s hard to believe that the school year is half over. After school ICU times now go till 6:00pm. No School for students on January 19th We love giving our students opportunities to learn from the people in our community! If you have a special talent, cultural tradition, story, song, or dance to share please contact Ms. Dana at the middle school 627-3660. We would love to have you visit the school.   Board game night Friday January 16th 6-9pm NTMS Bring your favorite board game. Everyone is welcome, bring your families and play some board games.   Lunch Menu: Monday- Cheeseburger on bun, Chips, Baked Beans, Fruit Salad, Salad Bar, Milk Tuesday- Nacho Supreme, Broccoli, Pears, Salad Bar, Milk Wednesday- Spaghetti, Garlic Toast, Corn, Apple Slices, Salad Bar, Milk Thursday- Orange Chicken, Fried Rice, Egg Roll, Fortune Cookie, Applesauce, Salad Bar, Milk Friday- Corn Dogs, French Fries, Carrots, Peaches, Salad Bar, Mil   NTMS Saturday academy dates for 2nd semester Please enter through the middle school main entrance. The hours are from 9am to 12pm January 10th and 24th February 7th and 21st March 7th and 21st April 11th and 25th May 2nd, 9th, 16th
December 20, 2025-January 9, 2026 Feature Friday Celebrating Our Super Eagles! A big shout-out to Zariyah B. Brylynn W. Amirae D. for earning a book from our vending machine! These students stood out this week by lending a hand to classmates, showing kindness and respect, demonstrating growth, and being positive role models throughout the school day. Way to soar, Eagles! Happy Holidays from Edwin Loe! The staff and students of Edwin Loe would like to wish all of our families a joyful holiday season and a happy New Year. Thank you for your continued support and partnership throughout the year. We hope your break is filled with rest, laughter, and special moments together. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday, January 5, refreshed and ready to learn. Edwin Loe Science Fair  Friday, January 9 All grade levels are invited to participate in our school Science Fair and share their creativity and curiosity. Please note that the state science fair is for grades 3–6 only. All projects must be at school by 9:00 a.m. on Friday, January 9. Questions may be directed to your child’s classroom teacher or Mrs. Wollschlager. UPCOMING EVENTS Winter Break December 20-January 2 Classes Resume January 5 After School Programs Tuesday, January 6 and Thursday, January 8 until 5:00pm Friday, January 9  Edwin Loe Science Fair (9am) Lunch Menu- Coming Soon
December 15-19 2025 Be Ready for North Dakota Weather! Please send your child dressed for outdoor recess with a warm coat, hat, gloves, snow pants, and boots. We go outside whenever conditions allow, and proper winter gear keeps students safe and comfortable. Be sure to label all items with your child’s name—winter gear is easy to mix up. Thank you for helping our students stay warm and ready for fun! Science Fair: Get ready, Eagles — our Science Fair is happening on January 9 at Edwin Loe! All grade levels are invited to participate and showcase their creativity and curiosity. While the school science fair is open to everyone, please note that the state science fair is only for students in grades 3–6. We can’t wait to see the amazing projects our young scientists create! Have questions? Reach out to your child’s classroom teacher or Mrs. Wollschlager. Let’s make this an inspiring night of discovery! Feature Friday Celebrating Our Super Eagles! A big shout-out to Blessy M. and Marcelline C. for earning a book from our vending machine! These students stood out this week by lending a hand to classmates, showing kindness and respect, demonstrating growth, and being positive role models throughout the school day. Way to soar, Eagles! UPCOMING EVENTS Tuesday & Thursday After School Programs until 5pm Winter Break December 20-January 2 Classes Resume January 5 Friday, January 9 Edwin Loe Science Fair (9am) Thank you to the families that donated cookies for our staff’s 7th Day of Christmas Celebration. Lunch Menu Monday Wild rice soup, dinner roll, celery sticks, peaches and milk Tuesday Mini corndogs, french fries, green beans, grapes and milk Wednesday Mini tacos, spanish rice, oranges, celery sticks and milk Thursday  Chicken nuggets, curly fries, green beans, mixed fruit and milk Friday Roast, sliced carrots, mashed potatoes/gravy, apple slices and milk End-of-Day Changes •	Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: Call before 3:00 p.m. •	Wednesday: Call before 2:00 p.m. (dismissal at 2:45) Front Office: 701-627-3718
NTMS News Week of 12/15/2025 Saturday academy Dec 20 from 9 am to noon   The music concert Below has been moved to the 17th at 6:00, The sports awards banquet will be at 7:30 New Town MS/HS presents 2025 Winter concert Wednesday, December 10th, 2025, 6:00pm HS gym 300 eagle Dr. New Town, ND 5876   December Dress up days Dress up days- Monday 12/15- Pajama Day! Tuesday 12/16-Mad about Plaid! Wednesday 12/17-Christmas vacation-wear something related to a Christmas movie Thursday 12/18-You’re a mean one-Wear something Grinchy Friday 12/19- We made it wear your favorite Christmas outfit   Lunch Menu: Monday- Pepperoni Sticks, Coleslaw, French Fries, Fruit Cup, Salad Bar, Milk Tuesday- Chili Cheese Fries, Carrot Sticks, Orange, Salad Bar, Milk Wednesday- Stroganoff, Cheesy Bread Stick, Green Beans, Pears, Salad Bar, Milk Thursday- Diced Turkey Gravy on Mashed Potatoes, Corn, Cranberries, Dinner Roll, Salad Bar, Milk Friday- Pizza, Curley Fries, Apple, Salad Bar, Milk   New town public schools present Talent show ‘25 Time to shine like a star Thursday Dec 18 6pm to 8pm Event details venue: new town public schools’ auditorium free entrance fee for all the viewers Middle school: anyone interested in signing up stop by the middle school office. High school: anyone interested in signing up may stop by the high school office. Any talents such as dancing, singing, acting, drumming, guitar and other appropriate skills are welcome.
Pulse of the Week:  •	Dec.16, Tue. - BB Basketball (Eagles @ South Heart)                                           - GG Basketball (Hazen @ Eagles)                                           - College Prep Night - 5:30-7:30pm @ HS Library (see flyer) •	Dec. 16-19 ( Tue - Fri )- Finals: Odd periods ( 1st, 3rd, 5th, 7th ) •	Dec. 17, Wed. - 1st Semester Wrap Up / MS/HS Winter Concert •	Dec. 17 (Wed) - Retakes for odd period / Work in the Classroom •	Dec. 18 (Thu) - Even periods (2nd, 4th, 6th ) / Talent Show •	Dec. 19 (Fri) - Retakes for Even periods  •	Note: Bell Ringers should be given through the last day  •	Dec. 19, Friday - Last Day of School for 1st semester / BB Basketball (Beulah @ Eagles) Classroom Hotspot - Agricultural Education On December 4 & 5, staff, students, high school principal, and the superintendent had the opportunity to witness and learn the buffalo harvest in Mr. Wollschlager’s classroom. This experience helped deepen their understanding of the cultural importance of the buffalo, the respectful process of harvesting, and the value of using every part of the animal. Opportunities like this strengthen cultural awareness and help them connect classroom learning to real-like traditions. Principal's Note: Cheers to finishing the first semester-enjoy your winter break and get ready for an amazing 2nd semester. Lunch Menu: Monday - Pepperoni sticks, coleslaw, French fries, fruit cup, salad bar, & milk Tuesday - Chili cheese fries, carrot sticks, orange, salad bar, & milk Wednesday - Stroganoff, Chessy bread stick, green beans, pears, salad bar, & milk Thursday - Dried turkey gravy on mashed potatoes, corn, cranberries, dinner roll, salad bar, & milk Friday - Pizza, Curley fries, apple, salad bar, & milk
school board meeting
UPCOMING EVENTS Tuesday & Thursday After School Programs until 5pm Winter Break December 20-January 2 Classes Resume January 5 Friday, January 9 Edwin Loe Science Fair (9am) Feature Friday Celebrating Our Super Eagles! A big shout-out to Olivia B. Treasure T. Ramona D. Brensyn B. for earning a book from our vending machine! These students stood out this week by lending a hand to classmates, showing kindness and respect, demonstrating growth, and being positive role models throughout the school day. Way to soar, Eagles! Be Ready for North Dakota Weather! Cold weather is here—please send your child with a warm coat, hat, gloves, snow pants, and boots each day. We go outside whenever possible, and proper gear keeps everyone comfortable. Please label all winter items so they can be returned easily. Thank you for helping our students stay warm! Lunch Menu Monday Cheeseburgers, french fries, based beans, fruit salad and milk Tuesday Pulled pork nachos, broccoli, peaches and milk Wednesday Spaghetti, garlic toast, corn, apple slices and milk Thursday Orange chicken, fried rice, mini egg rolls, fortune cookies, oranges and milk Friday Pizza, baked beans, baby carrots, apples and milk End-of-Day Changes •	Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: Call before 3:00 p.m. •	Wednesday: Call before 2:00 p.m. (dismissal at 2:45) Front Office: 701-627-3718