🎉 NJH PBIS TEAM PRESENTS 🎉
✨ Our First Off-Campus PBIS Trip is here! ✨
📍 Destination: Surge, Bossier City
📅 Date: Thursday, October 2, 2025
✅ Reminders for Students:
Wear NJH uniform shirt with jeans 👕👖
Bring extra spending money 💳 (Surge is cashless)
Purchases can be made with TAP or card
Students may bring cell phones 📱
If only bringing cash, administrators will have a card available for use
🙌 Let’s celebrate our students for being RESPECTFUL, RESPONSIBLE, and READY TO LEARN!
#NJHPBIS #StudentSuccess #RespectfulResponsibleReadyToLearn
✨ Our First Off-Campus PBIS Trip is here! ✨
📍 Destination: Surge, Bossier City
📅 Date: Thursday, October 2, 2025
✅ Reminders for Students:
Wear NJH uniform shirt with jeans 👕👖
Bring extra spending money 💳 (Surge is cashless)
Purchases can be made with TAP or card
Students may bring cell phones 📱
If only bringing cash, administrators will have a card available for use
🙌 Let’s celebrate our students for being RESPECTFUL, RESPONSIBLE, and READY TO LEARN!
#NJHPBIS #StudentSuccess #RespectfulResponsibleReadyToLearn
📢 Parent/Teacher Conferences at Natchitoches Jr. High 📢
We invite all NJH parents and guardians to join us for Parent-Teacher Conferences this week! ✨
🗓 Thursday, Oct. 2 | 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
🗓 Friday, Oct. 3 | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Parking Information:
🚗 8th Grade Parents → Park in the Koonce St. Lot
🚗 6th & 7th Grade Parents → Park in the Dean St. Lot
This is a great opportunity to meet your child’s teachers, discuss progress, and partner together for student success. 💡📚
We invite all NJH parents and guardians to join us for Parent-Teacher Conferences this week! ✨
🗓 Thursday, Oct. 2 | 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
🗓 Friday, Oct. 3 | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Parking Information:
🚗 8th Grade Parents → Park in the Koonce St. Lot
🚗 6th & 7th Grade Parents → Park in the Dean St. Lot
This is a great opportunity to meet your child’s teachers, discuss progress, and partner together for student success. 💡📚
Natchitoches Junior High PBIS Team Presents
🎃 PBIS Boo Bash 🎃
📅 Friday, October 31, 2025
🕑 2:00 PM – 3:15 PM
📍 Lower Gym
👻 Wear a school-appropriate Halloween costume or Halloween shirt
✨ Entry Criteria: No referrals during the month of October.
Come celebrate with music, fun, and PBIS rewards — because at NJH, “Where Everybody is Somebody!”
🎃 PBIS Boo Bash 🎃
📅 Friday, October 31, 2025
🕑 2:00 PM – 3:15 PM
📍 Lower Gym
👻 Wear a school-appropriate Halloween costume or Halloween shirt
✨ Entry Criteria: No referrals during the month of October.
Come celebrate with music, fun, and PBIS rewards — because at NJH, “Where Everybody is Somebody!”
We are excited to celebrate our students’ hard work and positive choices! All students who have earned Honor Roll status or met PBIS expectations will be invited to attend our upcoming Honor Roll & PBIS Field Trip. This special event is our way of recognizing academic achievement and rewarding positive behavior. More details on the date, location, and permission slips will be shared soon—congratulations to our students for showing excellence in and out of the classroom!
The NJH Youth Health Advisory Club enjoyed a meaningful day off campus at the Youth Summit on Healthy Behaviors Workshop.
🌱 Healthy Living: Students explored the benefits of healthy eating and learned the importance of making smart food choices for their bodies and minds.
🚭 Take Down Tobacco: Club members shared ideas on how they can continue their efforts to “Take Down Tobacco” while planning for their own upcoming event.
🗣️ Words Matter: Students also discussed the power of words and how using positive, respectful language can impact others in meaningful ways.
It was a day full of growth, learning, and planning for a healthier, stronger NJH community!
🌱 Healthy Living: Students explored the benefits of healthy eating and learned the importance of making smart food choices for their bodies and minds.
🚭 Take Down Tobacco: Club members shared ideas on how they can continue their efforts to “Take Down Tobacco” while planning for their own upcoming event.
🗣️ Words Matter: Students also discussed the power of words and how using positive, respectful language can impact others in meaningful ways.
It was a day full of growth, learning, and planning for a healthier, stronger NJH community!
📣🏀 NJH 2025–2026 Girls Basketball Announcement 🏀📣
We are proud to announce the official Natchitoches Junior High 2025–2026 Girls Basketball Teams! Congratulations to all of our talented 6th, 7th, and 8th grade student-athletes who have earned a spot on this year’s roster. Your effort, dedication, and determination have brought you here, and we can’t wait to see you shine on the court this season.
We would also like to recognize our outstanding coaching staff:
Coach Angel Johnson
Coach Tanya Taylor
With the guidance of our coaches and the teamwork of our athletes, this season is sure to be one of growth, hard work, and success. Together, we stand Stronger Together as one family representing NJH with pride and excellence.
Let’s make this season unforgettable — Go Lady Indians!
#NJHBasketball #LadyIndians #StrongerTogether
We are proud to announce the official Natchitoches Junior High 2025–2026 Girls Basketball Teams! Congratulations to all of our talented 6th, 7th, and 8th grade student-athletes who have earned a spot on this year’s roster. Your effort, dedication, and determination have brought you here, and we can’t wait to see you shine on the court this season.
We would also like to recognize our outstanding coaching staff:
Coach Angel Johnson
Coach Tanya Taylor
With the guidance of our coaches and the teamwork of our athletes, this season is sure to be one of growth, hard work, and success. Together, we stand Stronger Together as one family representing NJH with pride and excellence.
Let’s make this season unforgettable — Go Lady Indians!
#NJHBasketball #LadyIndians #StrongerTogether
📣🏀 NJH 2025–2026 Boys Basketball Announcement 🏀📣
We are proud to announce the official Natchitoches Junior High 2025–2026 Boys Basketball Teams! Congratulations to all of our student-athletes in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade who have earned a spot on this year’s roster. Your hard work, commitment, and determination have paid off, and we are excited to see the growth and success you will bring to the court this season.
A special thank you goes to our dedicated coaching staff:
Head Coach: Steve Evans
Assistant Coaches: Randol King & Deus Desire
Together, this team of athletes and coaches is ready to represent NJH with pride, discipline, and excellence. We look forward to an exciting season ahead filled with teamwork, perseverance, and memorable victories.
Let’s make this a season to remember — Go Indians!
#NJHBasketball #GoIndians #ExcellenceOnAndOffTheCourt
We are proud to announce the official Natchitoches Junior High 2025–2026 Boys Basketball Teams! Congratulations to all of our student-athletes in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade who have earned a spot on this year’s roster. Your hard work, commitment, and determination have paid off, and we are excited to see the growth and success you will bring to the court this season.
A special thank you goes to our dedicated coaching staff:
Head Coach: Steve Evans
Assistant Coaches: Randol King & Deus Desire
Together, this team of athletes and coaches is ready to represent NJH with pride, discipline, and excellence. We look forward to an exciting season ahead filled with teamwork, perseverance, and memorable victories.
Let’s make this a season to remember — Go Indians!
#NJHBasketball #GoIndians #ExcellenceOnAndOffTheCourt
Support NJH-Frankie Ray Jackson School Track Teams with our Double Good Popcorn fundraiser!
· Shop for delicious popcorn starting at $11—ships right to you.
· 50% of all sales help pay for uniforms, shoes, and travel for our boys & girls’ track teams!
· The fundraiser begins tomorrow, September 22nd, at 12:30 pm and ends on September 26th at 12:30 pm.
Coaches Deus Desire and Areyona Williams want to thank everyone for supporting our athletes!
Order here: https://popup.doublegood.com/s/8qu343jl
· Shop for delicious popcorn starting at $11—ships right to you.
· 50% of all sales help pay for uniforms, shoes, and travel for our boys & girls’ track teams!
· The fundraiser begins tomorrow, September 22nd, at 12:30 pm and ends on September 26th at 12:30 pm.
Coaches Deus Desire and Areyona Williams want to thank everyone for supporting our athletes!
Order here: https://popup.doublegood.com/s/8qu343jl
NJH Hosted Their First PBIS Friday!
Natchitoches Junior High kicked off its very first PBIS Friday with excitement and success! Students had the opportunity to redeem their Indian Bucks at the PBIS Store, choosing from a variety of treats and rewards.
A huge thank you to our teachers for consistently recognizing students who are Respectful, Responsible, and Ready to Learn. Every Indian Buck represents growth, effort, and a commitment to excellence.
This is just the beginning, PBIS Friday will be every 3rd Friday of each month. We can’t wait to see even more students earning rewards for positive behavior.
At NJH, “Where Everybody Is Somebody,” we celebrate success together!
Natchitoches Junior High kicked off its very first PBIS Friday with excitement and success! Students had the opportunity to redeem their Indian Bucks at the PBIS Store, choosing from a variety of treats and rewards.
A huge thank you to our teachers for consistently recognizing students who are Respectful, Responsible, and Ready to Learn. Every Indian Buck represents growth, effort, and a commitment to excellence.
This is just the beginning, PBIS Friday will be every 3rd Friday of each month. We can’t wait to see even more students earning rewards for positive behavior.
At NJH, “Where Everybody Is Somebody,” we celebrate success together!
On Friday, September 26th, all NPSB schools will be “Going Gold” in honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month💛 Gold is the official color of Childhood Cancer Awareness, and we invite all students to join us in showing their support!
Students may donate $1 to wear jeans and a gold shirt on this day. All proceeds will benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in honor of Maddie Elkins (a Natchitoches Magnet student who passed away in December 2024) and Kingston “KJ” McGuire (an NJH student who passed away in August 2025).
Together, we can honor these students and help support children and families fighting childhood cancer💛🎗️
#GoingGold #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #NPSB #TogetherWeCan
Students may donate $1 to wear jeans and a gold shirt on this day. All proceeds will benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in honor of Maddie Elkins (a Natchitoches Magnet student who passed away in December 2024) and Kingston “KJ” McGuire (an NJH student who passed away in August 2025).
Together, we can honor these students and help support children and families fighting childhood cancer💛🎗️
#GoingGold #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #NPSB #TogetherWeCan
🎉 Natchitoches Junior High is kicking off our very first PBIS Friday! 🎉
The PBIS Store is fully stocked and ready for students to redeem their Indian Bucks tomorrow morning from 7:00 – 7:30 AM.
Snacks, drinks, and more will be available—don’t miss it! 🍬🥤🥧
At NJH, “Where Everybody is Somebody.” ❤️
The PBIS Store is fully stocked and ready for students to redeem their Indian Bucks tomorrow morning from 7:00 – 7:30 AM.
Snacks, drinks, and more will be available—don’t miss it! 🍬🥤🥧
At NJH, “Where Everybody is Somebody.” ❤️
The NJH PBIS Team kicked off PBIS Friday by hosting our “Scooped for Success” Ice Cream Social! 🎉
This event recognized over 220 students who have maintained perfect attendance since the start of school—because every day present equals another “scoop” of success!
👏 Special shout-out to our amazing 6th graders who led the way with the highest attendance!
We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to:
• Mrs. Alexa Bernard-Conday
• Tanikka Goston
• Latasha Petite
• Diane Petite
• Shantura Payne
• I’ve Got The Recipe Soul Food
for sponsoring this special event and supporting our students. 🎉🎉
At NJH, Attendance Matters!
This event recognized over 220 students who have maintained perfect attendance since the start of school—because every day present equals another “scoop” of success!
👏 Special shout-out to our amazing 6th graders who led the way with the highest attendance!
We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to:
• Mrs. Alexa Bernard-Conday
• Tanikka Goston
• Latasha Petite
• Diane Petite
• Shantura Payne
• I’ve Got The Recipe Soul Food
for sponsoring this special event and supporting our students. 🎉🎉
At NJH, Attendance Matters!
Today at NJH, our students and staff united to bring awareness to Suicide Prevention Month. 💚 💜 Together, we reminded ourselves that we are loved and never alone. Most importantly, we each hold the power to encourage and uplift someone who may be struggling.
Students participated in the “You Matter Wall” activity and received a “Your Life Matters” card with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline information: Dial or text 988. 📞
At NJH, “where everybody is somebody”, we stand together to spread hope and remind one another that every life is precious.
Students participated in the “You Matter Wall” activity and received a “Your Life Matters” card with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline information: Dial or text 988. 📞
At NJH, “where everybody is somebody”, we stand together to spread hope and remind one another that every life is precious.
🏀 BASKETBALL TRYOUTS ANNOUNCEMENT 🏀
📢 It’s that time of year again! Boys’ and Girls’ Basketball tryouts are coming up soon. Please make sure athletes have their physicals completed before tryouts.
🔥 BOYS’ BASKETBALL TRYOUTS
📅 Saturday, September 13, 2025
🕗 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Old NJH
🔥 GIRLS’ BASKETBALL TRYOUTS
📅 6th–7th Grade: Monday, September 8, 2025 (4:15–6:00 PM)
📅 8th Grade: Tuesday, September 9, 2025 (4:15–6:00 PM)
📍 Old NJH
🚍 Students will be transported to the gym by bus.
🚗 Parents must pick up at 6:00 PM.
✅ Reminder: All athletes must have a completed physical on file before tryouts!
Let’s get ready for an exciting season! 🏀💪
📢 It’s that time of year again! Boys’ and Girls’ Basketball tryouts are coming up soon. Please make sure athletes have their physicals completed before tryouts.
🔥 BOYS’ BASKETBALL TRYOUTS
📅 Saturday, September 13, 2025
🕗 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Old NJH
🔥 GIRLS’ BASKETBALL TRYOUTS
📅 6th–7th Grade: Monday, September 8, 2025 (4:15–6:00 PM)
📅 8th Grade: Tuesday, September 9, 2025 (4:15–6:00 PM)
📍 Old NJH
🚍 Students will be transported to the gym by bus.
🚗 Parents must pick up at 6:00 PM.
✅ Reminder: All athletes must have a completed physical on file before tryouts!
Let’s get ready for an exciting season! 🏀💪
🏈🎉 Get ready to show your spirit, NJH!
This Thursday, August 28th is our PBIS Fundraiser Spirit Day!
✨ Wear your favorite team jersey, college shirt, or sports gear and bring $2 to join in.
🏆 Prizes will be given for the Best Fan Spirit!
Let’s pack the halls with maroon, gold, and team pride – because at NJH, Everybody is Somebody! 💛❤️
⚠️ Reminder: No shorts or tights.
The Talking Drum-Newsletter
Bullying stops here 🚫
At Natchitoches Jr. High, we're committed to creating safe, respectful, and inclusive schools for every student. Bullying of any kind is not tolerated in our district, and we are actively working to prevent, address, and stop it.
Bullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior involving a real or perceived power imbalance. It can be:
💢Physical: hitting, pushing, taking belongings
💬Verbal: name-calling, teasing, threats
👥Social: spreading rumors, excluding others
📱Cyberbullying: using devices, social media, or texting to harass or intimidate
If you see it, report it immediately. Together, we can make a difference.
🔗 Visit our Student Services webpage for reporting forms, policies, and additional helpful resources: npsb.la/page/student-services
#NPSB #StopBullying #SafeSchools #TogetherWeCan
At Natchitoches Jr. High, we're committed to creating safe, respectful, and inclusive schools for every student. Bullying of any kind is not tolerated in our district, and we are actively working to prevent, address, and stop it.
Bullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior involving a real or perceived power imbalance. It can be:
💢Physical: hitting, pushing, taking belongings
💬Verbal: name-calling, teasing, threats
👥Social: spreading rumors, excluding others
📱Cyberbullying: using devices, social media, or texting to harass or intimidate
If you see it, report it immediately. Together, we can make a difference.
🔗 Visit our Student Services webpage for reporting forms, policies, and additional helpful resources: npsb.la/page/student-services
#NPSB #StopBullying #SafeSchools #TogetherWeCan
The first week of school is here, and we can't wait to welcome our students back tomorrow! 🎉
Kick off the year with the latest issue of The Talking Drum — your go-to NJH newsletter for important info, upcoming events, and helpful tips to start strong.
#NJH #WhereEverybodyIsSomebody #TalkingDrum #BackToSchool #WelcomeBack
Kick off the year with the latest issue of The Talking Drum — your go-to NJH newsletter for important info, upcoming events, and helpful tips to start strong.
#NJH #WhereEverybodyIsSomebody #TalkingDrum #BackToSchool #WelcomeBack
Mark your calendars!📣
We’re excited to welcome all NJH families to our Open House on Tuesday, August 5 from 5–6:30PM at our new location: 📍800 Koonce Street
✅ Meet the new Principal, Mr. Bobby Benjamin , meet your child’s teachers, visit classrooms and explore campus, complete iPad registration with staff assistance and pick up class schedules before the first day!
Let’s get ready together for an amazing school year!📚
#NJH #OpenHouse #BackToSchool #NatchitochesJuniorHigh
We’re excited to welcome all NJH families to our Open House on Tuesday, August 5 from 5–6:30PM at our new location: 📍800 Koonce Street
✅ Meet the new Principal, Mr. Bobby Benjamin , meet your child’s teachers, visit classrooms and explore campus, complete iPad registration with staff assistance and pick up class schedules before the first day!
Let’s get ready together for an amazing school year!📚
#NJH #OpenHouse #BackToSchool #NatchitochesJuniorHigh
Check out the first issue of The Talking Drum — our NJH newsletter! 📣🥁
Get tips for a great start to the school year, important event dates, and a special welcome from Principal Bobby Benjamin, Jr.
#NJH #WhereEverybodyIsSomebody #TalkingDrum #BackToSchool
Get tips for a great start to the school year, important event dates, and a special welcome from Principal Bobby Benjamin, Jr.
#NJH #WhereEverybodyIsSomebody #TalkingDrum #BackToSchool
