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				<title><![CDATA[2026-2027 School Calendar Approved]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/2172376</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[At its February meeting, the board of education approved the 2026-2027 school calendar.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:39:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2026 Annual Title I Spring Input Meetings & Stakeholder Surveys]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/2168429</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[As part of the annual Comprehensive Needs Assessment, all stakeholders are invited to provide their feedback on Title I documents.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:23:02 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent ProTech]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/2089889</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parent ProTech, offered at no charge, equips families with resources and training to keep their children safe online.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2025 12:09:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2025-2026 School Supply Lists]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/2084643</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[School supply lists are available by site below.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2025 16:10:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2025-2026 School Calendar Approved]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/2041067</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[At its February meeting, the McDuffie County Board of Education approved the 2025-2026 school calendar.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2025 14:44:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Annual Title I Spring Input Meetings & Stakeholder Surveys]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/2031291</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[As part of the annual Comprehensive Needs Assessment, all stakeholders are invited to provide their feedback on Title I documents.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:45:32 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RESCHEDULED due to inclement weather Breakfast and Briefing Workshop-will now be on January 21, 2025 @ 9:00 am.]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/2016611</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We will provide a light breakfast  as you attend this quick workshop.  This session will  assist you  in helping to prepare your child for the Georgia Milestones assessment. Resources and samples will be given, and a brief overview of Lexile levels which determine whether your child is or is not reading on grade level will be given. Please mark your calendar and plan to attend this event!! In order to reserve your spot,  please fill out and return the bottom portion.  This will allow us to have your child’s individual test scores prepared for you so that you can see how your child performed last year and have an idea on how to best help him/her as we test this Spring.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jan 2025 08:57:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Engagement Workshop on " Interpreting Your Child's Milestones Scores" on October 15th at 5:00 PM]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1978409</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All stakeholders are cordially invited to our Parent Engagement Meeting.  PLEASE return the bottom of the form being sent home with your child so that we can have your child's scores prepared for you when you get here. 
We will be discussing the following topics:  
•	How to Interpret Your Child’s Milestones Assessment Scores
•	Lexile Scores: how they’re used; how you can help your child at home to 
          improve his/her Lexile score
•	Promotion Requirements for the 2024-2025 School Year
•	Opportunities to give feedback on Title I documents (School Compact, Parent Engagement Plan, Use of Parent Engagement Funds, and Suggestions for how to Train Staff to work with Parents)

The meeting will be held at the location below:

October 15, 2024
5:00 PM
R.L. Norris Elementary School Media Center]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 09 Oct 2024 06:58:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Recording of our Annual Title I Parent Meeting August 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1957482</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The link below will take you to the recording:

https://app.screencastify.com/v3/watch/gUyfQ3zdsH5XYYdBnPgm]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 28 Aug 2024 11:50:06 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Title I Annual Parent Orientation Invitation 8/27/24 at 6:00 PM at the BOE and 8/28/2024 @ 10:00 virtual]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1464142</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jul 2024 12:29:19 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Recording of the Spring Title I Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1899460</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please use the link below to see the recording of our annual Spring Title I input meeting:
https://app.screencastify.com/v3/watch/d2zA6IfNtVmas4P7xZsx]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 15 Mar 2024 07:12:48 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[State Superintendent Visits Norris to Present Award]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1898457</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The school's collaborative parent-engagement video effort with the system won a state-wide contest.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2024 08:21:53 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Annual Spring Input Opportunities - Title I Spring Meeting, ARP Discussion, & Federal Programs Surveys]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1863091</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[As part of the annual Comprehensive Needs Assessment, all stakeholders are invited to provide their feedback on Title I documents and the American Rescue Plan use of funds.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jan 2024 14:14:56 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Online Learning Notice for 2024-2025]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1870106</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jan 2024 11:11:17 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Breakfast and Briefing Parent Workshop on January 18, 2024 at 9:00 AM]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1862011</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents, you are cordially invited to be our guests on 
Thursday,  January 18,  2024 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM 
for our Breakfast and Briefing Parent Workshop.
We will provide a light breakfast as we assist you  in helping to prepare your child for the Georgia Milestones assessment. Resources and samples will be given, and a brief overview of Lexile levels which determine whether your child is or is not reading on grade level will be given. Please mark your calendar and plan to attend this event!!  A flyer will go home with your child on January 4, 2024. Please fill out the bottom portion and return it so that we can have your child’s individual test scores prepared for you so that you can see how your child performed last year and have an idea on how to best help him/her as we test this Spring. 
We look forward to seeing you!!!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jan 2024 08:18:12 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[November Parent Engagement Activities]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1838019</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Oct 2023 15:53:56 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NES Parent Engagement and Math Night October 17, 2023 at 5:30 PM]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1827468</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please join us at 5:30 pm as we give parents a glimpse of the new Georgia K-12 Mathematics standards and show you where to find resources that can help you at home.  You will also have an opportunity to provide input on our Title I documents. At 6:00 pm, there will be a brief PTO meeting before beginning our Math night.  Please make plans to attend!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Oct 2023 08:31:39 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Recording of our Annual Title I Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1807418</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you to all of our parents who attended one of our Annual Title I Parent Meetings.  In case you were unable to attend, you can view a recording of the meeting here:  https://watch.screencastify.com/v/OflgOSnAVBtvdCCA8J1B]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 01 Sep 2023 10:40:46 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[FY24 Fall Parent Survey in Spanish]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1785697</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Your input is needed. Please complete the survey above.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Jul 2023 10:23:15 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[FY24 Fall Parent Surveys in English]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1785694</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Your input is needed!  Please complete the survey above.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Jul 2023 10:22:03 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Online Learning Opportunities Letter for Parents 2022-2023]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1785689</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In July 2012, two pieces of legislation were passed in our state regarding student access to online
learning opportunities. Senate Bill 289 mandated school systems to offer opportunities for
students to take online courses, and House Bill 175 established the creation of a clearinghouse for
stakeholders to find online courses and course providers in the state of Georgia. By way of this
letter and as required by law, the McDuffie County School System seeks to inform you of the key
components of each piece of legislation and how to find online learning opportunities for your
child.  Those opportunities can be found in the link below:]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Jul 2023 10:08:38 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Annual Title I Parent Meeting & Fall Surveys]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1783987</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 06 Jul 2023 12:08:09 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Online Learning Notice for 2023-2024]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1750415</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 11 Apr 2023 16:44:31 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Stakeholder Input Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1734310</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents are invited to give input on Title I and ESSER for the upcoming school year.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 08 Mar 2023 06:48:46 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parents' Right to Know]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1732696</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Date: 07/01/2022

Dear Parents,

In compliance with the requirements of the Every Students Succeeds Act, R.L. Norris Elementary School would like to inform you that you may request information about the professional qualifications of your student’s teacher(s) and/ or paraprofessional(s). The following information may be requested:

·         Whether the student’s teacher—

o   has met State qualification and licensing criteria for the grade levels and subject areas in which the teacher provides instruction;

o   is teaching under emergency or other provisional status through which State qualification or licensing criteria have been waived; and

o   is teaching in the field of discipline of the certification of the teacher.

 

·         Whether the child is provided services by paraprofessionals and, if so, their qualifications.

 

If you wish to request information concerning your child’s teacher’s and/ or paraprofessional’s qualifications, please contact Principal Shantell Crockett at 706-986-4400.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Mar 2023 14:42:22 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Annual Title I Parent Meeting & Fall Surveys]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1735384</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Mar 2023 14:16:34 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Annual Title I Parent Meeting & Fall Surveys]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1735349</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Mar 2023 13:42:38 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Annual Spring Input Opportunities - Title I Spring Meeting, ARP Discussion, & Federal Programs Surveys]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1592882</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[As part of the Comprehensive Needs Assessment, stakeholders are asked to complete the annual spring input surveys for federal programs and to provide ongoing input into the American Rescue Plan fund uses.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Mar 2023 12:46:43 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Annual Title I Stakeholders Input Meeting March 23rd @ 6:00 at the BOE on Lee Street  and March 24th @ 10:00 am via Google Meet   Please click here for more details.]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1733021</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All stakeholders are cordially invited to the annual input meeting to discuss revisions to the following Title I documents for 2023-2024:

•	School-wide Plan for 2023-2024
•	School-Level Parent and Family Engagement Plan for 2023-2024
•	Parent Compact for 2023-2024
•	Use of Parent Engagement Funds for 2023-2024
•	Suggestions for Training for School Staff to Work with Parents for 2023-2024

The system also invites input at these meetings regarding the American Rescue Plan safe return to learning and learning loss mitigation plan.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Mar 2023 14:41:40 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Stakeholder Input Needed]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1723849</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2023 10:50:17 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[January 25, 2023 FEV Tutor and STE(A)M Workshop Online or In Person @Dearing Elementary School @ 10:00 am]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1711133</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[10:00 AM--FEV Tutor Workshop is for parents/families of students in grades 3 – 12 Link is https://fevtutor.zoom.us/j/92850028921
•	Learn how to provide extra academic support for your child at home with tutoring services provided by FEV Tutor!
•	Join us in person at Dearing Elementary School or you can join this meeting from your computer, tablet, or smartphone.   https://fevtutor.zoom.us/j/92850028921

10:35 AM--STE(A)M information for parents/families of students in elementary grades  Link is: meet.google.com/yja-jpox-
•	Join in person at Dearing Elementary School or Via Google Meet
o	meet.google.com/yja-jpox-nac     Dial-in: (US) +1 402-922-6502    PIN: 146 150 262#
Talking points:
	Explain the concept of STE(A)M Education.
	Explain the reasons for providing strong STE(A)M experiences in all grade levels.
	Explain how STE(A)M is integrated into our curriculum.
	Introduce families/parents and guardians to STE(A)MS and hands-on experiences in our schools.
	Provide an opportunity for open discussion.

Families, parents, and guardians of students in McDuffie County Schools are encouraged to attend.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2023 11:44:10 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Lunch and Learn Workshop]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1704488</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[R.L. Norris Parents,
You are cordially invited to be our guests on 
Tuesday,  January 17, 2023 from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 
for a  Parent Workshop. Invitations were sent home on January 4, 2023.
We will provide a sub style sandwich, chips, soft drink, and cookie as you attend this quick workshop for parents who return the form by January 12, 2023. This session will  assist you in helping to prepare your child for the Georgia Milestones assessment. Resources and samples will be given, and a brief overview of Lexile levels which determine whether your child is or is not reading on grade level will be given. Please mark your calendar and plan to attend this event!!  We look forward to seeing you!!!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2023 11:58:27 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Engagement Workshop October 25, 2022 @ 5:00 PM]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1674322</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All stakeholders are cordially invited to our Parent Engagement Meeting.  We will be discussing the following topics:  
•	What Standards My Child is Currently Learning in Reading and in Math
•	Where Can I Find Additional Resources to Help Them at Home?
•	Promotion Requirements for the 2022-2023 School Year
•	Opportunities to give feedback on Title I documents (School Compact, Parent Engagement Plan, Use of Parent Engagement Funds, and Suggestions for how to Train Staff to work with Parents)


October 25, 2022 @ 5:00 PM
R.L. Norris Elementary School Cafetorium]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Oct 2022 10:19:12 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2022-2023 School Supply Lists]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1627224</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1627224</guid>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 18 Jun 2022 14:58:03 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[McDuffie Earns Highest Accreditation Score in its History]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1601077</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1601077</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[In its recent Cognia accreditation external review team visit, the McDuffie County School System earned an Index of Education Quality score of 386.94 out of a possible 400. The district earned the highest possible rating on 30 of the 31 standards reviewed.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 19 Apr 2022 11:33:58 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Power Point for Annual Title I Spring Input Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1589757</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1589757</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thank you to those who attended the Annual Title I Spring Input Meeting. For those who could not attend, a copy of the Power Point that was presented is attached below.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Mar 2022 11:56:22 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Online Learning Notice for Students in Grades 3-12]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1589563</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1589563</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Please see the attached online learning notice for students in grades 3-12.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Mar 2022 07:06:41 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NES Book Fair is Coming!  March 14th-18th]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1582079</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1582079</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Students will be given an opportunity to preview the items in the Book Fair this Thursday and Friday so that they will know which items they may like to purchase next week.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 08 Mar 2022 09:07:24 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Annual Title I Stakeholder Input meeting to Discuss Revisions for Title I Documents]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1580317</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1580317</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[All stakeholders are cordially invited to the annual input meeting to discuss revisions to the following Title I documents for 2022-2023:

•	School-Level Parent and Family Engagement Plan for 2022-2023
•	Parent Compact for 2022-2023
•	Use of Parent Engagement Funds for 2022-2023
•	Suggestions for Training for School Staff to Work with Parents for 2022-2023

The meetings will be held at the locations below:

MARCH 24, 2022
10:00 AM via Google Meet:  
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/wat-ziwf-evc
Or dial: ‪(US) +1 252-371-1080‬ ‬‬‬
PIN: ‪213 965 754‬#‬‬‬	

MARCH 24, 2022
6:00 PM (Face-to-Face) at:
Thomson-McDuffie Middle School
1191 Whiteoak Road
Thomson, GA  30824]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Mar 2022 08:37:24 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[STEM Workshop for Parents February 24, 2022 @ 11:00 am]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1565236</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1565236</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[All parents/guardians/families are cordially invited to a virtual Family Engagement STEM/STEAM workshop on February 24, 2022 at 11:00AM!  We will discuss the following items:

•	General overview of STEM/STEAM
•	How STEM/STEAM is implemented in instruction

Join via Google Meet at meet.google.com/eek-ntqa-yct


OR
Join by phone: 1-402-828-0216
PIN: 539 498 973#]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Feb 2022 11:20:52 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Virtual Lunch and Learn on January 27, 2022 @ 12:30]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1552605</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1552605</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[R.L. Norris Parents
You are cordially invited to be our  VIRTUAL guests on 
Thursday, January 27, 2022 from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM for a Reading and Math Virtual Parent Workshop.
This quick workshop will be led by NES teachers. These sessions are to assist you with the Reading and Math standards that your child is learning.  They will specifically walk you through the expectations of the Georgia Milestones Assessment, give you resources to use at home, and show you samples of how your child will be assessed. We will also provide you with promotion requirements. Please mark your calendar and plan to attend this event!! In order to reserve your spot and  have a virtual link sent to your email, please fill out and return the bottom portion of the form being sent home with your child on January 13, 2022. We look forward to virtually seeing you!!!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Jan 2022 09:44:35 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All parents/guardians/families are cordially invited to a virtual Family Engagement Chat and Chew  on December 2, 2021 at 10:00AM!   Please see the attached link.]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1535595</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1535595</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[We will discuss the following items:

Making Partnerships a Priority between
School and Home
Teachers and Students
Professional Staff and Parents/Guardians/Families

Here is the link:
meet.google.com/mmv-diyp-xqo]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2021 11:28:12 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Student Cognia Survey Link]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1513378</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1513378</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Click the link below to take the student survey:]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Oct 2021 13:39:57 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Cognia Stakeholder Feedback Surveys]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1509362</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1509362</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[We need your help!  Please take the short survey listed below to give us feedback that we will use to update our school improvement plan.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2021 06:59:47 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop October 19, 2021 @ 5:00 pm online]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1504601</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1504601</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Please Join us on October 19, 2021 at 5:00 pm using the Google Meet link at
https://meet.google.com/exm-huqq-dan or you can dial in at 1-470-499-2330 and use the PIN 404 071 410#
We will teach you the standards that your child is currently learning in Reading and Math and show you where you can get additional help at home. We will discuss the promotion requirements for the 21/22 school year and give you an opportunity to provide us with feedback on the following Title I documents:
School Compact
Parent Engagement Plan
How Our Title I Funds are Used
Suggestions on How to Train Our Staff to Work with Our Parents]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 01 Oct 2021 10:53:23 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall 2021 Parent Survey Link]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1464162</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1464162</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Please click on the link and complete our Fall Parent Survey.  Thank you!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jul 2021 14:10:19 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Annual Notification Letter in English and Spanish FY 22]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1464150</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1464150</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jul 2021 13:50:30 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Online Learning Opportunities Letter in English and Spanish FY 22]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1464145</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1464145</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jul 2021 13:47:32 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[McDuffie County Student Services Announces Child Find Efforts]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1463614</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1463614</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[An upcoming meeting will discuss eligibility criteria and types of services that are available through the Board of Education for children with disabilities who may be attending home-school programs.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jul 2021 09:50:58 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Online Learning Notice for Parents for the 2021-2022 School Year]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1408181</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1408181</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Please see the attached notices for the online learning options for the 2020-2021 school year.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Mar 2021 14:45:09 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Annual Title I Stakeholders Input Meeting via Google Meet on March 23, 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1397392</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1397392</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[2020-2021 School Year

All stakeholders are cordially invited to the annual input meeting to discuss revisions to the following Title I documents for 2021-2022:

•	School-Level Parent and Family Engagement Plan for 2021-2022
•	Parent Compact for 2021-2022
•	Use of Parent Engagement Funds for 2021-2022
•	Suggestions for Training for School Staff to Work with Parents for 2021-2022

The meeting will be held at the location below:

MARCH 23, 2021
6:00 P.M.
Join via Google Meet:  meet.google.com/zmc-oepe-xdn
or by Phone:  ‪1-240-617-0108‬  PIN: ‪593 308 276#‬‬‬]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2021 14:08:19 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[E-SPLOST]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1383752</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1383752</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[E-SPLOST Vote March 16, 2021

Voting on an E-SPLOST referendum is to be held on March 16, 2021, for McDuffie County registered voters. Early voting is available from February 22 – March 5, 2021, at the Thomson Precinct on Main Street and from March 8 – March 12, 2021, at Dearing Community Center and the Thomson Precinct on Main Street.
Please watch the video link below to learn about how E-SPLOST funds are used to benefits our students.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2021 10:36:25 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Virtual Parent Workshop on February 18, 2021 @ 3:30 pm]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1383134</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1383134</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Please join us on February 18, 2021 at 3:30 pm on a Google Meet for a virtual parent workshop designed to help you understand how to help prepare your child for the Georgia Milestones Assessment. If you will RSVP with your email on the flyer going home with your student today (A day students) or Wednesday (B day students) and participate on the live meeting, you have a chance to win one of two $20 gift cards that will be drawn at the end of the meeting.  We look forward to you attending this Google meet!  The link is https://meet.google.com/tiz-vtwf-jfj?hs=224]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2021 14:25:08 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Safety Protocols for our Blended Return to School Model on January 25, 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1372558</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1372558</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[As a reminder, we will return to school tomorrow, January 25th, using the blended A/B model.  It is imperative that you follow the safety protocols in place regarding Covid-19.  Stay home if:
*you are sick
*you show any of the symptoms of Covid-19
*you have been exposed to Covid-19
* you or anyone in your family is waiting for Covid-19 test results

Following these guidelines will minimize exposure to our students, faculty, and staff. If you have any questions or concerns, please call our front office.  Thank you!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2021 10:21:52 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mobile Food Bank Coming to Thomson-McDuffie Middle School on November 13, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1330919</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1330919</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Please see the attached revised flyer with information about the Mobile Food Distribution that will be held by the McDuffie County School System and Golden Harvest Food Bank on Friday, November 13, 2020 from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM. PLEASE NOTE - the location has been changed to Thomson-McDuffie Middle School. Also, please remember that this is a contactless distribution. Recipients of food will not get out of their car. In addition, their trunk must be empty and must be able to be opened. All boxes of food items will be placed in the recipient's trunk. Food will be distributed on a first come, first serve basis.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2020 14:39:31 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New Liberty Hill Church Gives Donation to R.L. Norris Elementary School]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1310944</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1310944</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[R.L. Norris Elementary School received donations of water, notebooks, glue sticks, and personal pencil sharpeners from New Liberty Hill Church.  Thank you to Rev. Terrie Patterson and Youth Director Tracy Scott for your generous donation!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2020 13:57:28 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[EIP Parent Orientation and Opportunity to Give Feedback on Title I Documents for 2020-2021]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1307591</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1307591</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[R.L. Norris Elementary School cordially invites you to attend our annual EIP Parent Orientation Meeting on October 8, 2020 at 9:00 AM.  Please go to zoom.com and at the top left in blue, click “Join a Meeting”.  Your meeting ID number is 440 197 4169. Your password is 6W8850.
We will give a brief overview of our EIP program and provide resources for you to use at home. 
We need your input and feedback on the following items:
•	2020-2021 Parent and Family Engagement Policy
•	2020-2021 School Compact
•	Suggestions for ways to build staff capacity in 2020-2021
•	How we will use our 1% set aside in 2020-2021]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2020 12:30:57 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Updated SmartBus HotSpot Locations and Times]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1294047</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1294047</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2020 15:57:31 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[September 8, 2020 Return to School Plan and Schedule]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1287740</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1287740</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Students with last names beginning with the letters A-J will have face to face instruction at school on Monday and Tuesday and will be virtual learners on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
Students with last names beginning with K-Z will have face to face instruction at school on Wednesday and Thursday and will be virtual learners on Friday, Monday, and Tuesday.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2020 10:13:35 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Virtual Open House]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1274118</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1274118</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2020 12:24:53 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Annual Title I Parent Meeting via Google Meet on August 25, 2020 @ 6:00 pm and on August 27, 2020 @ 10:00 am.  The meeting links are attached below.]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1280782</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1280782</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Our school's annual Title I parent meetings will be offered August 25, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. and on August 27, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. using Google Meet. We hope you can join us to learn more about our Title I schoolwide program.

Attached is a photo with the meeting links and telephone numbers for those who wish to attend using a landline.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2020 09:32:33 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[August 18, 2020 Schedule for Students Who Were Originally Face-to-Face Instruction to Pick Up Resources and Devices]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1274120</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1274120</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[On Tuesday, August 18, 2020, students who were signed up as Face-to-Face students may pick up their educational resources and any previously requested devices at the times below:
5th grade from 9:00 am until 12:00 pm
4th grade from 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm

** Please enter from the back of the school from the car rider area on Holt Street.  You will come through the metal gates over into the bus rider area where we will have individuals who will greet you at your car and hand you your child's items. You will then exit to the front of the school out to Harrison Road.  We look forward to seeing you from a distance on Tuesday!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2020 12:22:57 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[August 12, 2020 Schedule for our Learn From Home Students to Pick up Devices and Resources]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1269988</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1269988</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[On Wednesday, August 12, 2020, students who were signed up as Learn from Home students may pick up their educational resources and any previously requested devices at the times below:
5th grade from 9:00 am until 12:00 pm
4th grade from 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm

** Please enter from the back of the school from the car rider area on Holt Street.  You will come through the metal gates over into the bus rider area where we will have individuals who will greet you at your car and hand you your child's items. You will then exit to the front of the school out to Harrison Road.  We look forward to seeing you from a distance on Wednesday!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2020 19:50:17 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Updated School Supply List]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1254247</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1254247</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2020 20:47:08 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Supply Lists for 2020-2021]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1254113</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1254113</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2020 16:39:44 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Voluntary Material Pick Up and Drop Off Dates]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1231608</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1231608</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Please look at the attachment to the right to see the days/times when you can pick students' belongings up and drop off materials that need to be returned to Norris.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2020 13:27:26 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Thomson-McDuffie County Library Summer Reading Program]]></title>
				<link>http://nes.mcduffie.k12.ga.us/apps/news/article/1225964</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[At last week's library board meeting, it was announced that the Thomson-McDuffie County Library's summer reading program will be virtual.  The library staff is also working with the performers to make their acts available online at btrl.net.  

Flyers will be included with report cards. 

Starting May 18, the library plans to begin curbside book pickup for patrons and will look to continue this for several weeks in keeping with the guidance from the state and national agencies.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2020 11:37:15 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Promotion/Retention Criteria for the 2019-2020 School Year]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Promotion/Retention Update for 2019-2020
At its April 23, 2020, meeting, the McDuffie County Board of Education approved the waiver and modification of several instructional policies, including the promotion and retention criteria for the 2019-2020 school year, due to the public health emergency. A list of the modified 2019-2020 promotion criteria is found on the system website at www.mcduffie.k12.ga.us. Within the next month, school officials will be contacting parents regarding their children's promotion status. Pre-K teachers will also contact parents in the coming weeks to review Narrative Summaries outlining student strengths and areas of improvement as children progress into kindergarten.
 
There will be no final exams, End-of-Pathway Assessments, or spring and summer Georgia Milestones End-of-Grade or End-of-Course tests. Likewise, the Georgia Kindergarten Inventory of Developing Skills, which was in progress, has been suspended for the remainder of the year. AP exams, which are under the direction of the College Board, will be administered electronically; information about these exams is available on the system's Digital Learning Page in the Grades 9-12 section.
 
In addition, in order for high school pupils to remain on track for graduation in this and subsequent years, the district has developed plans for students in grades 9-12 to be awarded credit for work completed this semester. There are also opportunities for mandatory credit repair for students who are failing and optional grade improvement for those who are passing.
 
Questions about the promotion criteria and the awarding of high school credit may be directed to your student's principal; email addresses are located on the school webpages.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2020 11:14:27 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Online Learning Notice]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2020 17:35:24 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[R.L. Norris Elementary's PTO and Spring Musical]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please come to the March 17, 2020
Norris Elementary School PTO Meeting!

 **Book Fair will be open from 5:30 p.m. until 6:15 p.m.

PTO Meeting Topics, 6:30 PM:
•	Title I Parent Input/Revisions on the following documents:
             -The Parent and Family Engagement Policy
             -The School-Parent Compact
             -The use of the required 1% parent and family 
               engagement set-aside
             --Suggested topics/workshops for training staff in 
                building Parent Capacity


•	The choir performance of The Beatle Songs]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2020 14:26:01 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Annual Town Hall Meeting January 21, 2020]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please join us tonight at Thomson High School at 6:00 pm for our Annual Town Hall Meeting.  All stakeholders are cordially invited to the annual input meeting to discuss revisions to the following Title I documents for 2020-2021: 
• School-Level Parent and Family Engagement Plan for 2020-2021 
• Parent Compact for 2020-2021 
• Use of Parent Engagement Funds for 2020-2021 
• Suggestions for Training for School Staff to Work with Parents for 2020-2021 The meeting will be held at the location below: JANUARY 21, 2020 6:00 P.M. THOMSON HIGH SCHOOL]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2020 11:01:51 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[January 16, 2020 @ 12:30-Parent Engagement-Lunch and Learn]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[While you enjoy a sub sandwich, chips, and a cookie, teachers will review the Reading and Math Standards that your child is currently learning and provide you with resources that you can use at home to help your child be prepared for the Georgia Milestones Assessment in April.  Invitations for this event will be sent home with students on January 7, 2020.  Please RSVP by January 13, 2020 that you will be attending so that we can make sure to have enough food for everyone. We look forward to seeing you at our "Lunch and Learn!"]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Dec 2019 08:45:23 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PTO Meeting/NES Choir Performance December 10, 2019 at 6 pm]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The NES choir will perform on Tuesday, December 10th at 6 pm.
Thank you for your support!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2019 11:52:01 -0500</pubDate>
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