- Nolan
- Our Programs
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At Nolan, we offer our students a variety of programs during and after school to assist them with their social and academic success. The majority of the programs are run by classrooms teachers.
Academics
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After-School Tutoring
All students in grades 3-8 are welcomed to attend after-school tutoring every Tuesday and Thursday from 4-6pm. An evening snack is provided in the Knight Cafe before the tutoring sessions begin. The front office or any member of the administration team is able to assist with questions or provide our students with a permission slip.
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Student of the Month
Each month, the homeroom teacher selects a student that has shown to be outstanding either academically or behaviorally and in some cases both. Their photo is taken and displayed in the main hallway leading into the office and they are recognized during the morning meeting.
Mentoring and Service
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Pretty Brown Girls (PBG)
PBG Academy supports our black and brown girls by offering Social-Emotional Learning, academic support, and leadership development.
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Wellness Wednesday
Principal Jackson was awarded a grant for the purpose of supporting the staff through these trying times. Wellness Wednesdays are held once a month during a regular staff meeting time in order to provide a relaxing activity for the staff to participate in together. Dancing, crafts and healthy snacks are just a few of the things the staff have experienced this school year.
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Perfect Attendance
Each month, the office staff provides the administrative team with the names of the students that have achieved perfect attendance status. Their pictures are posted in the main hallway and they are acknowledged during the morning meeting.
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Staff Member of the Month
Mrs. Jackson and Mrs. Stokes selects a staff member that has gone above and beyond for Nolan's students, parents and staff. Each month, a teacher and support staff are recognized, with their photo being posted in the main hallway and additional acknowledgement during the morning meeting.
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BluCar Mentorship Program
BluCar will assist our male students in small sessions on topics including academics, behavior, and their future success. Our young men will meet in grade bands Monday-Thursday.
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Student Council
Mr. Jones(Middle School Social Studies teacher) is the lead teacher for the student council. The council meets bi-weekly in person during lunch and assist throughout the building when needed, i.e. Kindergarten lunch aids, ambassadors, and Knight Shop runners. For their dedication and hard work, Mr. Jones hosts pizza parties and field trips throughout the year, which also includes students who consistently display our PBIS norms.
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The Knight Courtyard
Nurse Williams of Ascension Health assists our students in the Knight Courtyard weekly. They learn about how to prepare the soil for planting new seeds and are responsible for the upkeep of the blooming flowers. Several teachers assist Nurse Williams by bringing in seeds or taking their classes out to turn soil, plant seeds, water the soil and rid the flower beds of debris.
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The Knight Shop
Nolan Knights are able to collect Nolan Bucks daily. Every two weeks Ms. McGraw with assistance from the Student Council, brings the students up to shop and cash in on their hardwork and dedicated effort to be a positive example of a Nolan Knight.
Athletics
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Boys and Girls Basketball
Mr. Jones(Middle School Social Studies teacher) coached our boys and girls basketball team. Students in grades 3-8 are allowed to try out and are selected by Coach Jones. The team has practice every Tuesday and Thursday and are provided a snack in our Knight Cafe.
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Cheer Club
Ms. Kuykendall, more affectionately called Ms. K(1st grade teacher) coaches our young ladies' cheer team. These young ladies, grades 3-8, try-out for the team and are selected by Coach K. They meet for practice every Tuesday and Thursday and are provided a snack from the Knight Cafe.
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Chess Club
Mr. McCuien(Middle School ESE teacher) welcomes all interested students into his classroom during lunch to learn and play chess daily.