If you are interested in Band please check this information out!

Dear NORTH LINCOLN MIDDLE SCHOOL Parents, Guardians & Students,
The final yearbook order has passed and we have a few extra yearbooks to sell before distribution. We have 49 copies available for purchase at
http://jostensyearbooks.com?ref=A01049167.
There will be no extras to purchase later. If you want a yearbook, this is your last chance to order.
NOT SURE IF YOU HAVE ALREADY ORDERED A YEARBOOK?
Search your email for phrase: Jostens Order Confirmation # (Copy and Paste pink text to your email search field) If you are unable to locate your confirmation email, please call 1-877-767-5217 and Press 1 to speak with a Jostens customer service representative. Once connected, please ask to verify your 2025 yearbook purchase. Jostens Customer service is available Monday-Friday 9am - 6pm EST.


Hello North Lincoln Families!
Attached is your Paws & Claws for the week. We look forward to a wonderful week ahead and we hope everyone enjoys their Spring Break next week. The next issue of Paws & Claws will be sent on May 4, 2025.






Please read for information about our upcoming dance!



Honor Roll Celebration!

Dear Parents,
We currently have 89 yearbooks remaining for purchase! NLMS Yearbooks can be purchased online at jostensyearbooks.com Don't miss out on your opportunity to get your yearbook.
Carolina Photography will be at North Lincoln Middle School to photograph Spring
pictures on Apr 4. You may return the order form and payment with your student on
picture day. Online Preorder for Spring pictures is available at www.carolinaphoto.net by clicking on the yellow bar “Prepay Spring Pictures” and entering JOB KEY: CNSHR7FE. The code will also be listed on the student’s order form. The online prepay will be available up until 24 hours (1 business day) before the start of the session.

Starting tomorrow, 2/25 the PE department will be doing the last apparel order for the year. All orders and money must be turned in by Thursday, March the 6th. Make sure the money is turned into Mr. Warlick, Mr. Heavner, Ms. Nash or Ms. Edwards. Do not turn it into home bases!
Starting Thursday, NLMS boys basketball coaches will begin an open gym workout once a week for any 6th or 7th grade boy who is interested in basketball for next year. The time will be 5:00-6:00. Please have your rides here at 4:50.
Paws & Claws Newsletter







Congratulations to our NLMS Teacher of the Year, Ms. Arnold! Ms. Arnold was recognized by her colleagues for her hard work, dedication to students, and for being a great example of a team player!

Congratulations to our classified employee of the year Mrs. Smith!

We hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving break! Here is the latest version of the Paws & Claws for all things NLMS.









Progress Reports will be sent home Monday, 11/25/24

Join us for spirit week!

⚠ No School for Students on Tuesday, October 1 ⚠
Lincoln County Schools will be closed for students Tuesday, October 1 due to power outages and damages from Hurricane Helene. Staff will operate on an optional workday; check your email for updates from your principal.

📢 No School for Students on Friday, September 27 📢
Due to the threat of inclement weather associated with Hurricane Helene, Lincoln County Schools will be closed for students on Friday, September 27.
*Before and After School care is cancelled for Friday, September 27.

📢 Fan Code of Conduct at all Lincoln County Schools Home Football and Basketball Games 📢
All spectators ages eighth grade and younger MUST be accompanied by a legal guardian or responsible adult 21 years of age or older in order to enter and remain inside the stadium or gymnasium.
The legal guardian or accompanying adult will be responsible for the child’s supervision and actions at all times.

🎵 Lincoln County Marching Band Preview 🎵
Featuring performances by all four high school bands!
September 21, 2024
Lincolnton High School Stadium
Gates Open 6:30pm
First Performance 7:30pm
$5 Admission
Lincoln County Schools employees admitted free with ID badge

Please note the rescheduled open house date and times!

Due to projected inclement weather, Middle and High School Open House for Lincoln County Schools will be moved from Thursday, August 8 to Monday, August 12 from 4:00pm - 6:00pm.

Due to inclement weather, all athletic events and practices will be canceled for Thursday, August 8. This will also affect scrimmages on Friday, August 9. Please check your school’s website to see when the scrimmages have been rescheduled.

