
5th grade is learning about having a Growth mindset versus a fixed mindset. Simply changing your everyday vocabulary can make a big change!


Kindergarten play time = learning time - sharing, cooperation, compromise, self-regulation, conflict resolution, cause & effect, perseverance




Making words on Wednesday started this week in 3rd grade.



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The boys Jr. High Baseball game for August 19th will be at Johns Hill Park. The address is 611 S Jasper St, Decatur, IL 62521, USA. This is a turf field so there will be no metal baseball cleats or sunflower seeds allowed during them game.
Good luck boys!!!!

5th grade students in Mr. Johnson's class worked together as a team this week to flip over a tarp while standing on top of it. Go team!


This is a reminder message for baseball -- Baseball will have practice Saturday at the LCHS batting cages from 9:30-11:00.

Hey friends! I’m Jacey White and I am New Holland-Middletown’s new permanent substitute this school year. For the past four years I worked at Washington Monroe Grade School as an interventionist and substitute. Fun fact: Originally I’m from New Holland and graduated from our school! I am excited for the school year and can’t wait to meet all of NH-M’s students. :)


NH-M would like to thank The Carpet House and Amanda Lawrence for helping us to roll out the red carpet for our students and parents tonight for Open House! We appreciate our community partnerships!




Good afternoon! I'm Ellie Paschall, and I teach all of the Music classes! I'm new to New Holland-Middletown. I graduated from Illinois State University in May, and this is my first year teaching. I love to read, crochet, and support my little brother at his volleyball games! I am so excited to join the NH-M family!


New Holland-Middletown School District is excited to welcome Jade Burwell to our Middle School as Middle School ELA teacher. Jade is a recent summer graduate of the University of Illinois at Springfield. Jade loves reading, writing, and crafting. Welcome Ms. Burwell to NH-M!


New Holland-Middletown Elementary is excited to welcome Kyle Walter as our Middle School Social Studies and Science Teacher. Kyle comes to us most recently from Peoria School District 150. This is Kyle's 3rd year teaching. Kyle loves drawing, reading, and boating. We are excited to welcome Kyle to NH-M!


Hello! I'm Bill Johnson. I will be teaching 5th grade this year. This is my second year teaching 5th grade, coming from Rantoul previously. I enjoy spending time with my wife and daughter, reading, and being outside. I'm excited to be a part of New Holland-Middletown Elementary.


Hello! I'm Marie Zirkelbach. I will be teaching 3rd grade this year. For the last 5 years I have been working in Mount Pulaski in RTI. If I'm not chauffeuring my four kiddos around you can find me outside or curl up with a good book. I can't wait to begin this year in New Holland Middletown Elementary.


The teachers are hard at work preparing for our students. We can't wait to see all of you!



New Holland-Middletown School district is excited to welcome Kiefer Smith to the district as our new K-8 Phyisical Education and Health Instructor as well as Athletic Director. Kiefer comes to us most recently from Smithville School District in Missouri where he taught for the past 4 years. Kiefer has a 6 year old who brings him joy every day. Kiefer is excited about teaching our students skills that they will use for a lifetime. Welcome Kiefer!


Don't forget to mark your calendars for open house/supply drop off! Hope to see you all on Tuesday August 13th from 4-6 pm!

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