Anchor Bay Middle School North

Home of the Sailors! 

The mission of Anchor Bay Middle School is to meet the needs of the students in becoming productive members of society and lifelong, enthusiastic learners.

After school weight lifting club at MSN with Ms. Balchunas has been cancelled until further notice.


Yearbook

Please click on the link for information regarding yearbooks and 8th grade Bon Voyage messages.

Yearbook 24-25

After School Academic Support

Middle School North will be offering after school academic support on Tuesdays, Wednesday and Thursday from 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm beginning Tuesday, September 10, 2024.  Please see the attached permission slip.

Academic Support Permission Slip 24-25 

Math Tutoring

Please see the attached before school math tutoring permission slip. Math Tutoring Permission Slip

JROTC

Please see the attached permission slip for the after school JROTC club.
JROTC Permission Slip


Preschool Open House

Come to the Open House at ECC on Washington Street on April 15th from 6:15pm-7:30pm.

2025 Outstanding Teachers of the Year

 Outstanding Teachers of the Year were recognized at the March board meeting. Congratulations and thank you for your commitment to our students. 

  • Elementary - Kelly Moore, Naldrett Elementary
  • Middle School - Ryan Lombardo, Middle School North
  • High School - Anne Harms, Anchor Bay High

Summer Pop Up Classes

It is that time of year again where it is time to register your child for our amazing summer "Pop-Up Classes."

This year we have over 100 different classes your child can pick from. Classes have limited spots and fill up quickly.

Registration deadline is Sunday, June 1.

Link to registration page: https://gofan.co/app/school/MI89886


Kaleidoscope Authors

Congratulations to this year's students who had their stories published in the Kaleidoscope Magazine: 

  • Dylan Stanek, Ashley - "Winning Districts" 
  • Cordelia Offer, Great Oaks - "Talking Raccoons" 
  • Audreanna Ha, Lighthouse - "Chicago" 
  • Ellison Davey, Lottie - "The Day I Met Bruno" 
  • Zachary Zelenak, Maconce - "Jaimy the Star" 
  • Bradley Bommarito, Naldrett - "What Christmas is About" 
  • Adrienne Cherget, MSN - "Flickering Light" 
  • Carter Muscat, MSS - "Weezer"

2025 Education Excellence Award

The Anchor Bay Science Special has been recognized with a 2025 Education Excellence Award, a prestigious honor given to only 10 programs statewide by the SET SEG Foundation in partnership with the Michigan Association of School Boards. This award highlights innovative programs that make a significant impact on student learning.

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Lights, Camera, Action!

Anchor Bay Middle School North offers a Broadcasting class where students learn how to research and report the news.  Our 8th grade students produce live newscasts; produce and edit commercials and public service announcements all while working in groups.

Click the link the below to see our young reporters in action!

Monday, April 14, 2025





Upcoming Events

April 14
M-Step Testing
Anchor Bay Middle School North - MSN Classroom
M-Step Testing
Date: Apr 14
Location: Anchor Bay Middle School North - MSN Classroom
Calendar: MS North Events
Dungeons and Dragons (D & D Club)
3:00 PM
Anchor Bay Middle School North - MSN Classroom
Dungeons and Dragons (D & D Club)
Date: Apr 14
Time: 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Location: Anchor Bay Middle School North - MSN Classroom
Calendar: MS North Events
April 15
M-Step Testing
Anchor Bay Middle School North - MSN Classroom
M-Step Testing
Date: Apr 15
Location: Anchor Bay Middle School North - MSN Classroom
Calendar: MS North Events
Washington DC Meeting
5:30 PM
Anchor Bay Middle School North - MSN Commons
Washington DC Meeting
Date: Apr 15
Time: 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Location: Anchor Bay Middle School North - MSN Commons
Calendar: MS North Events
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April 16
M-Step Testing
Anchor Bay Middle School North - MSN Classroom
M-Step Testing
Date: Apr 16
Location: Anchor Bay Middle School North - MSN Classroom
Calendar: MS North Events
Chess Club
3:00 PM
Anchor Bay Middle School North - MSN Classroom
Chess Club
Date: Apr 16
Time: 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Location: Anchor Bay Middle School North - MSN Classroom
Calendar: MS North Events
April 17
M-Step Testing
Anchor Bay Middle School North - MSN Classroom
M-Step Testing
Date: Apr 17
Location: Anchor Bay Middle School North - MSN Classroom
Calendar: MS North Events
Practice Club for Band/Choir
3:00 PM
Anchor Bay Middle School North - Band Room
Practice Club for Band/Choir
Date: Apr 17
Time: 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Location: Anchor Bay Middle School North - Band Room
Calendar: MS North Events
April 18
M-Step Testing
Anchor Bay Middle School North - MSN Classroom
M-Step Testing
Date: Apr 18
Location: Anchor Bay Middle School North - MSN Classroom
Calendar: MS North Events
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No School
Date: Apr 18
Location: All Sites - All Spaces
Calendar: MS North Events

Important Information

Online Math Help

Please see the following link regarding online math help.  Online Math Help


Tech Support

To best support our families, we want to share the address for our Technology Support Team. Please email ABSDTechSupport@abs.misd.net when/if you encounter technology issues and need trouble-shooting support. It is monitored closely every day.

Middle School North & Athletics Calendar

Reward School 2022-23

School Times

Standard Day: 8:04am - 2:52pm

Bell Schedule

1st Hour   8:04AM - 9:06AM
2nd Hour   9:11AM - 10:07AM
3rd Hour   10:12AM - 11:08AM
4th Hour and Lunches   11:08AM - 12:46PM
5th Hour   12:51PM - 1:47PM
6th Hour

  1:52 PM - 2:52 PM

 

Hour Minutes Time
  1st Bell     7:59 am
  Passing   5   7:59 - 8:04 am
  1st Hour   30   8:04-8:34 am
  Passing   5   8:34 - 8:39 am
  2nd Hour   30   8:39 - 9:09 am
  Passing   5   9:09 - 9:14  am
  3rd Hour   30   9:14 - 9:44 am
  Passing   5   9:44 - 9:49 am
  4th Hour   30   9:49 - 10:19 am
  Passing   5   10:19 - 10:24 am
  5th Hour   30   10:24 - 10:54 am
  Passing   5   10:54 - 10:59 am
  6th Hour   30   10:59 - 11:29 am

 

Contact Us

Middle School North

52805 Ashley St.
New Baltimore, MI 48047

Administration

James Thiede
Principal
David Ledbetter
Assistant Principal

Office Staff

Christina Beninati
Office Manager
Roxanne Binge
Secretary
Julie Seamans
Data Para Professional
Kristyn Thomas
Para

Counseling Office

Lindsay Ahedo (A-L)
Counselor
Jonathan Hickey (M-Z)
Counselor
Casey Webb
Psychologist
Andrea Knieper-Finch
Para

Attendance


If your child is absent from school, please call us at 725-7373 before 10:00AM If you get the voice mail message, use ext.1702.


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Spotlights

Bully-Free Zone Anchor Bay Middle School North is committed to keeping our school campus bully-free. We have implemented a bullying hotline for students and parents to report bullying behaviors. The number is 586-648-2500 ext. 1715. Please leave a detailed message with as much information as possible regarding the person who is being bullied and the person doing the bullying. Staff will check the hotline on a regular basis. Together, we can keep our school a safe place for all students.
Ok 2 Say Anonymous Tip Line OK2SAY is a 24-hour program designed to empower Michigan students, parents school personnel, community mental health service program and law enforcement to share and respond to student safety threats. To learn more, visit the OK2SAY web page. LPS has a Tip Line as well, but it's only manned during business hours. The tip line is (855) 565-2729.
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Sailor Salute Each week, teachers at North will recognize two students in their classes with a "Sailor Salute." These students are recognized for being considerate, organized, honest, and responsible. A drawing is held weekly to choose school wide winners. The weeks winners are:  Avery Fecko 6th Grade Owen D'Amico 7th Grade Thomas Vertin 8th Grade Congratulations to all our Sailor Salute recipients~ keep up the great work! Want a chance to win a Sailor Salute? Make sure you are being kind, responsible, respectful and considerate.
Sailor Salute
2022-23 Reward Schools Congratulations to our 2022-23 Reward Schools! Ashley Elementary, Naldrett Elementary, Great Oaks Elementary, Lottie Elementary, Lighthouse Elementary, and Middle School North! This places these buildings among the top performing schools in the state.
Anchor Bay Receives Readers Choice Award 1st Place