Around the Middle School

  • Boy dressed as a grandmother

    Generation Day

    Last week, the Middle School was immersed in a whirlwind of fun, laughter, and school spirit. Thursday's theme was Generation Day, where students, teachers, administrators, and staff came together to celebrate all generations! From adorable infants to wise elders, everyone joined in the festivities with style and enthusiasm!

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  • Middle School band students performing

    Music In Our Schools Month

    Last week, the talented Middle School bands and choruses stole the spotlight as they performed for their peers in celebration of Music in Our Schools Month. Huge applause to all the student performers and their dedicated teachers Sonja Nosovsky and Will Halpern.

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  • Assistant Principal wearing green shirt and crown

    Luck of the Irish at Spirit Week

    Spring spirit week was kicked off in style with Deck Out in Green Day. The halls were a sea of emerald as students, teachers, administrators, and staff showed off the luck of the Irish!

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  • Students looking at a book with a chef

    Career Exploration Day

    Forty professionals, many of them Middle School alumni, generously shared their insights and experiences with Grade 8 students. Click to learn more!

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  • Students in Biology Lab

    Biology Class

    Students in Bryan Krebs Grade 8 biology class are learning about reproduction development.

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  • Student with her certificate standing beside her teacher

    High School Student Competes at Poetry Out Loud Semifinal

    High School student Wren Willow MacDonald (Grade 10) competed in the Poetry Out Loud Semifinal at SUNY New Paltz recently. Wren prepared and recited three poems for recitation, and was one of only five students in the NorthernHudson Valley region to make it to the final round. Congratulations, Wren! 

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  • Student holding paper cutouts

    Lunar New Year Celebrations

    Kelly Costello and Ayesha Ibrahim's Grade 6 class is blending art and learning by crafting dragons to celebrate the Lunar New Year.

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  • Band teacher playing trumpet

    Band Students Learning Side By Side

    Band teacher Sonja Nosovsky leads the way in trumpet lessons, playing alongside her students for a fun, harmonious, and engaging learning experience.

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  • Students creating cards

    Valentines for Seniors

    Students at the Middle School are creating Valentines Day cards for Senator Hinchey’s Valentines for Seniors Card Drive, a thoughtful initiative that sends Valentine greetings to local nursing home residents in our district.

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  • Student and teacher talking in Spanish

    Learning Conversation Skills in Spanish Class

    Jessica Varga's Grade 7 Spanish class is mastering new vocabulary and embracing the art of communication. From lively class discussions to creative projects, these young linguists are making language learning an absolute blast!

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  • Five students posing with instruments

    Five Middle School Musicians Attend All-County Jazz Band

    e for the audition. Click to learn more about their amazing achievement!

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  • students cooking together

    Food Truck Face-Off

    Isabella DeFalco’s Grade 8 students participated in the epic Food Truck Face-Off competition in their Home and Careers class. Click to read all about it!

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    Exploring Mount Everest

    Embarking on an extraordinary adventure, Laura Bryant's Grade 6 students are exploring the mysteries of Mount Everest! After skillfully locating Everest on a map, these curious minds paired up for an immersive reading experience, unraveling the fascinating mystery of why this iconic peak is actually getting taller!

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  • two students and their librarian clapping at student presentation

    Middle School Students Inspired by Captivating Women's History Tales

    Kara Seim's Women's History Two class from New Paltz High School recently took their storytelling talents to the Middle School. Click to learn more!

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  • Students listening to author speak

    Author Susan B. Wile Visits NPMS

    Middle School students from Reflections, Book Club, and Climate Club were treated to an afterschool visit from local author and environmental activist Susan B. Wile last week. Click to read all about it!

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  • Harlem Wizard player high fives a Middle School student

    The Harlem Wizards Bring Magic with an Engaging and Interactive Assembly

    Robert Young (aka "Smooth") from the Harlem Wizards brought his A-game to New Paltz Middle School for a jaw-dropping interactive assembly.

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  • student with arms raised in excitement

    Grade 8 Visits the High School

    The High School hallways were filled with energy and enthusiasm during a special visit from the awesome Grade 8 Middle School students last week! 🌟🏫From meeting some wonderful teachers to attending an exciting elective fair, it was a day filled with fun and inspiration. Future high school memories in the making!

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  • Students wearing pajamas

    Pajama vs Stuffie at NPMS

    On Monday, December 18, New Paltz Middle School hosted the ultimate battle of bedtime bliss: Pajama vs Stuffie! Everyone rocked their comfiest PJs or flaunted their favorite stuffed animals, turning the halls into a cozy haven of joy.

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  • Two students in costumes. Wild west and princess.

    Rhyme Without a Reason Day

    Middle School students continued to show their school spirit by embracing the creative challenge of Rhyme Without a Reason Day. Click to read more!

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  • Students dressed in beach wear and winter wear

    Blizzards vs Beach

    Spirit Week festivities included Blizzards vs Beach! The showdown was an ultimate face-off between winter wonders and sunny shores.

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