Boyd, Melissa
Melissa Boyd
I am an alumnus of Northside High School, having graduated in the class of 1995. It has been my honor to return to Northside to teach, where I find myself currently in my 9th year. I have multiple degrees in Education and History and currently teach World History and Journalism. One of my greatest passions is history, and so I greatly enjoy discussing this great nation of ours.
I am a college graduate of both Beaufort County Community College and East Carolina University.
I also participate with our athletics department and coaching staff to handle stats, photography and other items needed for a successful season.
It is my greatest desire to see both the success of Northside High School and its student body.
Students and parents can feel free to contact me by email through the school. There are two Melissa Boyd's currently in the BCS system, so please be sure to send all correspondence to mtboyd, NOT Melissa Boyd as that will go to Bath Elem.
Journalism I is open to all students, freshmen through senior year. Upon taking this course, you will be required to participate in both writing articles in class as well as gathering content to help create the school yearbook.
This class is not for students who cannot or are not willing to come to school activities after school. School activities must be documented and your participation is mandatory as part of your grade. Assignments given to students will be done while taking into consideration certain restrictions students might have, like rides to and from school, as well as prior commitments such as athletics and club participation.
This class is not for every student. It is a good deal of hard work that takes someone who pays close attention to detail and can work independently.
Assistance and guidance will be given along the way to ensure your success.
Journalism II is ONLY open to students who successfully passed Journalism I and with the prior approval of the class advisor. Your job will follow along the same lines of a Journalism I student, but because of your prior knowledge, you will also be required to take on more of a mentor role for your fellow classmates who are just starting in Journalism.
The same requirements and participation apply for Journalism II students are Journalism I.
Any behavior problems, or issues that arise throughout the semester can change your status in the class, so it is advised that you remain on your best behavior. Assignments will be restricted for students who demonstrate a lack of professionalism while carrying out assignments which can reflect on your grade.
All students are required to sign an equipment contract regarding materials owned and used by NHS and the Journalism class. Any intentional damage done will result in disciplinary actions being taken.
Contact Ms. Boyd for further questions.
Fall Schedule
1st Block Journalism
2nd Block World History
3rd Block World History Honors
4th Block Planning
Spring Schedule
1st Block World History Honors
2nd Block World History Honors
3rd Block World History
4th Block Planning
Supplies list for Journalism:
3 ring binder notebook - 1 inch or 1 ½ inch
Folder with pockets
Pencils / pens
Supplies list for World History Honors and On-level
3 ring binder notebook - 1 inch or 1 ½ inch
Folder with pockets
Pencils / pens
highlighters
Colored pencils
If students have personal water bottles, please be sure they are able to be closed and secured tightly. Spills in class will be the responsibility of the student to clean completely.
NO SODAS in class allowed. These are sticky when spilled.
Teacher needs/Requests for supplies
Rolls of paper towels
Boxes of soft tissues (preferably Kleenex)
Hand sanitizer
Lysol or Clorox bleach pop-up wipes
Universal Chromebook Charger USB C Replacements (students leave these home all the time but need them daily, we are only given two for in class use)