📘 Book Discussion: The Anxious Generation

Parents, teachers, and school staff are invited to join us for a discussion of The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt — a powerful look at how overprotection in real life and overexposure online have impacted kids’ mental health, and what we can do to help them thrive.

🗓 Date: March 19, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Location: Montgomery County Middle School

Reading the book beforehand is encouraged but not required. If you can’t finish it all, focus on:

Introduction: Growing Up on Mars

Chapter 1: The Surge of Suffering

Chapter 3: Discover Mode and the Need for Risky Play

Chapter 12: What Parents Can Do Now

Come join the conversation and be part of the change for our kids! 💬

Presenter: Amy V. Maus, MSW, LCSW, specializes in school consultation, providing faculty training, parent presentations, principals’ groups, and on-site consultation to dozens of area schools each year. She is a co-author of The Care Team Approach: A Problem-Solving Process for Effective School Change.

This program has been made available by the Montgomery County R-2 School District and the Montgomery County Health Department.
24 days ago, Niki Buschmann
The Anxious Generation Book Cover
Good afternoon,
Junior High Wrestling will officially begin on Thursday, October 16th after school.
• Who: Any student interested in wrestling
• When: Practices will run Monday–Friday, 4:00–5:30 p.m.
• Where: All practices will be held at the High School
If you have any questions, please reach out to Coach Fansler or Coach Davis.
We’re looking forward to a great season!
25 days ago, Dale Long
Ladybird Softball Update: North Callaway takes down Bowling Green 2-1! The girls battled hard, showing great defense and clutch hitting to come out on top.
29 days ago, Dale Long
Final Score Update! Volleyball takes the win over New Bloomfield in 3 straight sets! Great teamwork, energy, and execution on the court.
29 days ago, Dale Long
Jh volleyball: 7th grade came out strong winning the 1st set. Fell short the 2nd set but fought their way back to victory on set 3. 8th grade fell short the 1st set to come back and fight set 2. Unfortunately couldn't get it back for set 3. Ladybirds had a great season and we are very proud of them! Go Ladybirds!
about 1 month ago, Dale Long
Good afternoon,

Tonight’s Junior High football matchup against Wright City will include one full game followed by two additional quarters. We look forward to a great evening of competition and school spirit!

Thank you for your continued support of our student-athletes.

Go Thunderbirds!
about 1 month ago, Dale Long
JH Softball Splits at Fayette Tonight All games were hard-fought and close — proud of the effort and energy from our girls!
about 1 month ago, Dale Long
JH volleyball: unfortunately both 7th and 8th grade fell short to Eugene. They have one more game tomorrow at Mexico. Go Ladybirds
about 1 month ago, Dale Long
Game Night Update – JV Football at North Callaway
Tonight’s JV football game will kick off at 6:00 PM at North Callaway. Please note that the game will consist of 2 quarters only.
During the break between quarters, we’re excited to feature a Mini Cheer performance showcasing some of our future Thunderbird athletes!
Come out and support our players and young cheerleaders—let’s make it a great night for the whole community!
about 1 month ago, Dale Long
Jh volleyball update. 7th grade fell short in 2 sets against Wright City. 8th grade came out strong winning the first set, fell short the second set but fought back to win set 3. Way to go both teams! Catch their next match up Monday for their pink out game. Go Ladybirds!
about 1 month ago, Dale Long
North Callaway Volleyball Sweeps Bowling Green in Three Sets The Thunderbirds took care of business on the court, defeating Bowling Green in straight sets. Strong teamwork and consistent play helped North Callaway secure the win and continue their momentum this season.
about 1 month ago, Dale Long
North Callaway JV Volleyball Victory! The North Callaway JV volleyball team came out strong and took care of business, defeating Bowling Green in 2 straight sets! Great teamwork, energy, and execution on the court.
about 1 month ago, Dale Long
Please see the release below regarding the bus incident this morning.
about 1 month ago, Niki Buschmann
Rele
North Callaway Softball beats Fatima 4-3 in extra innings.
about 1 month ago, Dale Long
Softball FINAL SCORE: North Callaway 2, Louisiana 0 Big win for the Ladybirds! Behind strong pitching and solid defense, North Callaway shuts out Louisiana to secure the 2-0 victory.
about 1 month ago, Dale Long
🥳🥳 The North Callaway Homecoming Parade is still accepting parade entries. Please fill out the attached form to get signed up to participate in the Parade!! Date: Wednesday, October 8th Time: lineup at 5:45 - Parade starts at 6:30pm https://forms.gle/kFYnQyC8mtQ2TibN8
about 1 month ago, Lori Doerhoff
parade
Final Score Update: Varsity Volleyball falls to Russellville in 3 sets. Tough match, but we’ll bounce back stronger.
about 1 month ago, Dale Long
JV Football secures a 22–8 victory over Wright City!
about 1 month ago, Dale Long
JH Volleyball Victory! Both the 7th and 8th grade Junior High volleyball teams swept New Bloomfield in straight sets! Great teamwork and solid performances across the board – congrats to both teams on the wins!
about 1 month ago, Dale Long
Varsity Softball Rolls Past Fulton! Our varsity softball team powered their way to a 14-3 victory over Fulton in 5 innings! Strong offense, sharp defense, and great energy from start to finish. Way to go, ladybirds
about 1 month ago, Dale Long