Welcome to NPMS

Our education program includes six Core (Language Arts, Science, Social Studies and Math) teaching/learning teams in addition to our Allied Arts teaching/learning team. Our philosophy is grounded in the thought that student-centered education is the most effective approach in meeting young adolescents' needs and that grouping these students together in a supportive environment provides the best climate for academic challenge and growth. Our school program is based on the unique needs and characteristics of adolescents. These needs encompass physical, psychological, intellectual, and social needs. It requires that the same Core Class Teachers share the same students.

MS Brochure - MS24-25

Elective Options

Middle School Team Terms

Teaching/Learning Teams - This term is used interchangeably with the term "house." A team/house refers to a common group of students who work with a common group of teachers.
Homeroom-This nine-minute period provides an opportunity for relationship building in a small group setting. Your student's Homeroom Teacher is a key contact person for you and we encourage regular communication between families and school through this connection.

In addition to Language Arts, Social Studies, Science and Math, all students are scheduled into Allied Arts classes, which includes Art, Robotics, Wellness, Industrial Tech/Woods, Spanish, STEM/Tech Ed. Students also have the choice of participating in band or choir, or both.

Band

Grade 6

If you're interested in playing musical instruments, then band is for you! You will meet every other day and will receive group lessons throughout the year. There will be three concerts during the year. If you did not take band in 5th grade, you are still welcome to join! With a little bit of extra work, you will be able to catch on.

Grades 7 & 8

Music is offered to New Prague District students starting in the 5th through 12th grade. This course is offered to stimulate not only the best behavior from the middle school students involved in Instrumental Music, but also to elicit the most serious approach to the making of music. Students may participate in both band and choir. They participate in one parade for marching. Jazz band, solos and ensembles are also offered within the program.

Band & Choir

Students will alternate choir and band on an every other day schedule. Students will have a choir and a band lesson throughout the year.

Choir

Grade 6

This course is to provide an understanding of the basic skills and fundamentals of choral music. It also helps to provide a genuine musical experience for the student. Students may participate in both band and choir, as they are held the same hour on an alternating day basis. Auditions will be held for Music Express. This is a small group musical opportunity for students. Students must be in choir to be in Music Express.

Grade 7

This course is to provide an understanding of the basic skills and fundamentals of choral music. It also helps to provide a genuine musical experience for the student. Students may participate in both band and choir, as they are held the same hour on an alternating day basis. Auditions will be held for Central Street Singers. This is a small group musical opportunity for students. Students must be in choir to be in 7th Street.

Grade 8

This course is to provide an understanding of the basic skills and fundamentals of choral music. It also helps to provide a genuine musical experience for the student. Students may participate in both band and choir, as they are held the same hour on an alternating day basis. Auditions will be held for Central Street Singers. This is a small group musical opportunity for students. Students must be in choir to be in Central Street.

Band & Choir

Students will alternate choir and band on an every other day schedule. Students will have a choir and a band lesson once a week.