🐾 Talking with Your Middle Schooler — Bulldog Style! 🐾
Because “fine” and “nothing” don’t tell the whole story 😉
💬 1. Ask oddly specific questions.
Skip “How was school?” and go for “What made you laugh today?” or “What was the best part of lunch?”
🚗 2. Find your talk time.
Conversations flow best in the car, while cooking, or during a walk — side-by-side feels safer than face-to-face.
🎧 3. Listen first, fix later.
They don’t always want advice — just someone to hear them out. A calm “That sounds tough” builds trust.
💡 4. Practice Boys Town skills together.
Accepting Feedback: “Thanks for telling me — I’ll try to work on that.”
Disagreeing Appropriately: “I see your point, but can I share mine?”
Making an Apology: “I’m sorry for how I said that — can we start over?”
Modeling these phrases helps them learn respectful communication at home and school.
🤣 5. Speak their language.
Ask about a meme, a YouTuber, or a TikTok trend — they’ll love being the expert.
🍕 6. Celebrate small wins.
Homework turned in? Locker found? Deodorant remembered? Middle school success!
🧠 7. Keep it short and real.
Long lectures lose them — quick, honest talks build connection.
❤️ 8. End with encouragement.
Remind them: “I’m proud of how hard you’re trying.” They might roll their eyes, but it matters.
💙💛 Every “meh” response is a chance to model patience, kindness, and Bulldog grit. Keep those conversations going, Bulldog Families!
For some more helpful ideas, please remember our Boys Town facilitator is located at Adams. Here is some more information with parenting tips. Scan the bar code for more.
Because “fine” and “nothing” don’t tell the whole story 😉
💬 1. Ask oddly specific questions.
Skip “How was school?” and go for “What made you laugh today?” or “What was the best part of lunch?”
🚗 2. Find your talk time.
Conversations flow best in the car, while cooking, or during a walk — side-by-side feels safer than face-to-face.
🎧 3. Listen first, fix later.
They don’t always want advice — just someone to hear them out. A calm “That sounds tough” builds trust.
💡 4. Practice Boys Town skills together.
Accepting Feedback: “Thanks for telling me — I’ll try to work on that.”
Disagreeing Appropriately: “I see your point, but can I share mine?”
Making an Apology: “I’m sorry for how I said that — can we start over?”
Modeling these phrases helps them learn respectful communication at home and school.
🤣 5. Speak their language.
Ask about a meme, a YouTuber, or a TikTok trend — they’ll love being the expert.
🍕 6. Celebrate small wins.
Homework turned in? Locker found? Deodorant remembered? Middle school success!
🧠 7. Keep it short and real.
Long lectures lose them — quick, honest talks build connection.
❤️ 8. End with encouragement.
Remind them: “I’m proud of how hard you’re trying.” They might roll their eyes, but it matters.
💙💛 Every “meh” response is a chance to model patience, kindness, and Bulldog grit. Keep those conversations going, Bulldog Families!
For some more helpful ideas, please remember our Boys Town facilitator is located at Adams. Here is some more information with parenting tips. Scan the bar code for more.
📣 Bulldog Family Reminder! 🐾
We’re looking forward to seeing you at Parent-Teacher Conferences! 💬
🗓 Thursday, Oct. 16 | 4:00–8:00 PM
🗓 Friday, Oct. 17 | 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
It’s a great time to connect with teachers and celebrate all the awesome things our students are doing! 💙💛
🚧 Heads up! Frances Street will be closed this afternoon through Monday due to construction at the Rec Center—please plan your route accordingly.
📚 And don’t forget—no school on Monday for Teacher Inservice. We’ll see everyone back on Tuesday, ready to roll into a new week!
We’re looking forward to seeing you at Parent-Teacher Conferences! 💬
🗓 Thursday, Oct. 16 | 4:00–8:00 PM
🗓 Friday, Oct. 17 | 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
It’s a great time to connect with teachers and celebrate all the awesome things our students are doing! 💙💛
🚧 Heads up! Frances Street will be closed this afternoon through Monday due to construction at the Rec Center—please plan your route accordingly.
📚 And don’t forget—no school on Monday for Teacher Inservice. We’ll see everyone back on Tuesday, ready to roll into a new week!
Dear Adams,
Francis will be closed to through traffic at 4:00 on Wed. Oct 13th - Sun. the 19th. Traffic will be allowed to Adams South Parking lot and the Rec Center Parking lot.
Please email or call with questions.
Thanks.
Brent Burklund, P.E.
City Engineer
City of North Platte
(308) 535-6724 ext-3220
BurklundBR@northplattene.gov
Francis will be closed to through traffic at 4:00 on Wed. Oct 13th - Sun. the 19th. Traffic will be allowed to Adams South Parking lot and the Rec Center Parking lot.
Please email or call with questions.
Thanks.
Brent Burklund, P.E.
City Engineer
City of North Platte
(308) 535-6724 ext-3220
BurklundBR@northplattene.gov
Not Too Late To Enroll - 2027 DC Trip
Dear 7th grade parents,
If you missed Monday night's informational meeting for the Washington D.C. school trip in the summer of 2027, it's not too late to enroll!
We have an awesome group of almost 50 students and parents already enrolled and there is still time to get on the roster! The $500 Early-Bird Scholarship pricing has been re-opened for the next 48 hrs for anyone who might have missed the meeting due to other conflicts.
Click Here to Enroll: https://portal.worldclassrooms.com/signup/AdamsNE27
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity!!
Mrs. Ruth Meyer & Mr. Adam Sterup
Dear 7th grade parents,
If you missed Monday night's informational meeting for the Washington D.C. school trip in the summer of 2027, it's not too late to enroll!
We have an awesome group of almost 50 students and parents already enrolled and there is still time to get on the roster! The $500 Early-Bird Scholarship pricing has been re-opened for the next 48 hrs for anyone who might have missed the meeting due to other conflicts.
Click Here to Enroll: https://portal.worldclassrooms.com/signup/AdamsNE27
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity!!
Mrs. Ruth Meyer & Mr. Adam Sterup
Parents of current 7th graders,
Final reminder for tonight's parent meeting for the 2027 Washington D.C. trip! Please consider joining us in the middle school cafeteria at 6:30 PM if you have any interest at all!
If you haven't already, RSVP here: https://rsvp.worldclassrooms.com/inperson/29913405874?rsvp_id=29913405874
Don't miss out!
Mrs. Ruth Meyer & Mr. Adam Sterup
🎉💥 BLITZ Day at Adams! 💥🎉
Today we kicked off our very first ICU BLITZ Day and our Bulldogs brought the energy! 🐾🔥
Students worked hard, finished assignments, and crushed goals while staff cheered them on. 💪📚 Every BLITZ Day is a chance to show that no assignment is too tough and no Bulldog is left behind!
We’re so proud of the effort, teamwork, and grit our Adams students showed today. 💙
Today we kicked off our very first ICU BLITZ Day and our Bulldogs brought the energy! 🐾🔥
Students worked hard, finished assignments, and crushed goals while staff cheered them on. 💪📚 Every BLITZ Day is a chance to show that no assignment is too tough and no Bulldog is left behind!
We’re so proud of the effort, teamwork, and grit our Adams students showed today. 💙
📣 7th Grade Parents, this is your chance to learn all about the upcoming 2027 Washington, D.C. trip!
Join us at the school in the middle school cafeteria on Monday, Oct. 6th at 6:30 PM. We'll cover everything you need to know for this exciting adventure!
Haven’t RSVP'd yet? Click here to secure your spot: https://rsvp.worldclassrooms.com/inperson/29913405874?rsvp_id=29913405874
Don’t miss out—we can't wait to see you there! ✨
Join us at the school in the middle school cafeteria on Monday, Oct. 6th at 6:30 PM. We'll cover everything you need to know for this exciting adventure!
Haven’t RSVP'd yet? Click here to secure your spot: https://rsvp.worldclassrooms.com/inperson/29913405874?rsvp_id=29913405874
Don’t miss out—we can't wait to see you there! ✨
There has been a change to the 8th grade football game 10/2. It will take place at 5pm at NPHS. Come support our kids as they play on the turf!
Adams' activities for the week of Sept. 29th. Please remember that if students bring their computers home, the team agreed that they need to take them home to catch up on their work.
Activities
🐾 Adams Middle School – ICU FAQ 🐾
💻 Why do I keep getting ICU emails?
Every time your student is added to the ICU list, you’ll get a notification. Once the work is completed satisfactorily, you’ll get an update!
📚 Why hasn’t my student been assigned ICU time?
ICU is an opportunity, not a punishment! Students can choose to complete missing/redo assignments at school during ICU times or at home. Please check in with your student about their plan for getting it done!
⏰ Does my student HAVE to attend ICU time?
No. They may complete the work at home. The goal = getting the work done, not where it happens.
📝 What if my student says they turned it in?
Teachers must grade the assignment first. If it’s done correctly, the student is removed from the list, and you’ll get an email. If not, they’ll stay on the list until it’s satisfactory.
🚫 ICU List vs. Ineligibility List – What’s the difference?
ICU List: Missing or redo assignments.
Ineligibility List: Students failing 2+ classes. Runs Thursday–Wednesday, may affect activity participation.
📍 ICU Times:
Morning: 7:35–7:50 AM – Room 111
Lunch: Bring lunch & work to Room 701
After School: Room 100
🐾 Our Goal: Every Bulldog finishes strong!
💻 Why do I keep getting ICU emails?
Every time your student is added to the ICU list, you’ll get a notification. Once the work is completed satisfactorily, you’ll get an update!
📚 Why hasn’t my student been assigned ICU time?
ICU is an opportunity, not a punishment! Students can choose to complete missing/redo assignments at school during ICU times or at home. Please check in with your student about their plan for getting it done!
⏰ Does my student HAVE to attend ICU time?
No. They may complete the work at home. The goal = getting the work done, not where it happens.
📝 What if my student says they turned it in?
Teachers must grade the assignment first. If it’s done correctly, the student is removed from the list, and you’ll get an email. If not, they’ll stay on the list until it’s satisfactory.
🚫 ICU List vs. Ineligibility List – What’s the difference?
ICU List: Missing or redo assignments.
Ineligibility List: Students failing 2+ classes. Runs Thursday–Wednesday, may affect activity participation.
📍 ICU Times:
Morning: 7:35–7:50 AM – Room 111
Lunch: Bring lunch & work to Room 701
After School: Room 100
🐾 Our Goal: Every Bulldog finishes strong!
📢 Attention 7th Grade Parents!
Join us in the Middle School Cafeteria on Mon, Oct. 6th - 6:30pm to learn all about the upcoming 2027 Washington, D.C. educational trip.
Discover how each traveler can qualify for a $500 Early Bird Scholarship—a great opportunity you won’t want to miss!
👉 Click here to RSVP: https://rsvp.worldclassrooms.com/inperson/29913405874?rsvp_id=29913405874
We look forward to seeing you there!
Join us in the Middle School Cafeteria on Mon, Oct. 6th - 6:30pm to learn all about the upcoming 2027 Washington, D.C. educational trip.
Discover how each traveler can qualify for a $500 Early Bird Scholarship—a great opportunity you won’t want to miss!
👉 Click here to RSVP: https://rsvp.worldclassrooms.com/inperson/29913405874?rsvp_id=29913405874
We look forward to seeing you there!
Dear Parents of current 7th graders,
We are very excited to announce that we will be leading a group of students and parents on an educational tour to Washington, D.C. on May 27-31, 2027.
Join us on Monday, October 6th at 6:30 pm in the Middle School Cafeteria for a brief informational meeting. Each traveler is eligible for an Early Bird Scholarship of $500!
Please RSVP by clicking here: https://rsvp.worldclassrooms.com/inperson/29913405874?rsvp_id=29913405874
For additional meeting details, itinerary, scholarship info, and more, click here! We are so thrilled about this opportunity for our students!!
Don’t miss out,
Mrs. Ruth Meyer & Mr. Adam Sterup
Adams Middle School
The cross-country meet scheduled for tomorrow in Hastings has been postponed to Thursday due to the forecasted weather in Hastings. The athletes WILL NOT be meeting in the morning @ 6:45 due to the postponement and will attend school.
Don't forget No School on Monday:)
Due to the number of activities in September, we will not be able to cover the Adams/Madison shuttle on 9/9/25 and 9/18/25. Go Bulldogs:)