J Blankenship

“Leadership is unlocking people’s potential to become better.” Bill Bradley

[NMS @fznmscougars]

Today we are honoring our administrative professionals. Thank you for your dedication, efficiency, and support that keeps NMS running smoothly. We appreciate you!!!

[NMS @fznmscougars]

This week we honor our volunteers. Thank you for your dedication and donating your time, skills, and energy!! We appreciate you!!

[NMS @fznmscougars]

Thank you to our AMAZING parent group for showing our staff the love! Beverly Ann’s Cookies is here today with cookies and ice-cream. We ❤️our parents!!

[J Blankenship @FHCBlankenship]

Our Band, Choir, and Orchestra performed tonight to welcome our incoming 6th graders!!! We can’t wait for you all to get here!!! #NMS

[NMS @fznmscougars]

Another AMI Day 1/27. You can view today’s AMI Day Video below. Enjoy!

[Amelia Riney @ameliariney]

❄️ AMI Day 1/27/2026! ❄️
Yes, it’s happening again.
Yes, you still have to check Canvas and do your work. ✔️
Snowmen may supervise. ☃️

[NMS @fznmscougars]

Check out our AMI Day Video, courtesy of our Principals.

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Congratulations to Eva Konieczny for winning Educator of the Year and Pam Knelange for winning Employee of the Year!!!

[NMS @fznmscougars]

This week we honor our subs for National Sub Appreciation week. Thank you for all you do!! We appreciate you each and every day!!

[J Blankenship @FHCBlankenship]

Amazing turnout for our Veterans Day breakfast and concert! Thanks to all who joined us this morning! #VeteransDay #FZNMS

[J Blankenship @FHCBlankenship]

This year NMS started Cougar Connection. This is an advisory period that serves many purposes. Today Jen McLaughlin and Bailey Carnes led a session to support our staff in leading their Cougar Connection time. #LeaderinMe

[J Blankenship @FHCBlankenship]

As NMS converts more and more classrooms over to using Newline Interactive Televisions, we are grateful for staff like Jacob Miller who offer sessions to continuously develop staff in using them most effectively! #professionaldevelopment

[J Blankenship @FHCBlankenship]

What do you know about AI in education? Today Ashley Pierre taught our staff about some great ways to use AI to support their work! #AIinEducation

[J Blankenship @FHCBlankenship]

This year NMS has set goals on helping students develop a Growth Mindset. Today, Dr. Loren Howard delivered PD to our staff to support our goal.

[J Blankenship @FHCBlankenship]

Dress like a PE Teacher day at NMS #Wegotspirit #FZSD

[J Blankenship @FHCBlankenship]

NMS LiM Action Teams in Action!!! #LeaderinMe #FZSD

[Patrick McGuire @MrMcGuire122]

PPI students did a fantastic job teaching our 6th graders about the power of goals! Very proud of their willingness to lead! #PositivePeerInfluencers #GoCougars!