Just another reminder that there will not be school on Friday, February 16th or Monday, February 19th. Enjoy the extra-long weekend!
The yearbooks for Northwood High School students are available for purchase. The cost for this all-color, hardcover book is $31.65 + tax. The yearbooks are sent to the school (which means free shipping) in August. The link to order is https://www.treering.com/purchase?PassCode=1015664752144167. Remember, the school does not order extras, so reserve your copy now. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Birdsill at the school.
Just a reminder that Wednesday, February 14th there will be another Hats for Helping Day at Northwood School. The donations raised will be given to Washburn County Humane Society. Any student or staff who brings in $1.00, can wear a hat (which is against our dress code) or fun headband for the day. Those wanting to participate can come to the library in the morning with their donation to get a sticker from the Honor Society members.
Family “Loving” Literacy Event
When: Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Where: Library & Commons
Time: 4:00-5:00
All Pre-K through 5th grade students and families invited!
Literacy Focus:
*Learn about literacy development for all levels of students
*Receive practical & fun literacy activities to do at home
Family Activities:
*Time set aside to enjoy playing games together
*Simple activities to develop a child’s literacy skills
Drawing for Free Games to take home!
*Every child in attendance will also take home Literacy game packets
*Every child takes home two FREE Books
Snack: A sweet treat for Valentine's Day - a heart sugar cookie to decorate
Please return the RSVP sheet to school or contact your child's teacher if you plan to attend. Please call the school office with any questions.
Hope to see you there!
It is Wisconsin's School Bus Driver Appreciation Week! Thanks to all of our drivers who definitely go the extra mile in our school district to transport our students safely!
Today is the last day to purchase some new Evergreen clothing. The link to shop is: https://northwoodboosterclub24.itemorder.com/shop/home/. Go Big Green!
Earlier this week, Mr. Nichols took some of his Tech Ed students on a field trip to Superior. They toured Genesis Attachments, Epicurean Factory, and Northwood Technical College in Superior, WI. Genesis makes very large destruction and recycling implements for construction companies. Epicurean makes many different kitchen items, but primarily cutting boards. And at Northwood Tech the students toured all of the programs offered through their various programs.
Next Wednesday, February 14th there will be another Hats for Helping Day at Northwood School. The donations raised will be given to Washburn County Humane Society. Any student or staff who brings in $1.00, can wear a hat (which is against our dress code) or fun headband for the day. Those wanting to participate can come to the library in the morning with their donation to get a sticker from the Honor Society members.
Mark your calendars! There will not be school on Friday, February 16th or Monday, February 19th. Enjoy the extra-long weekend!
Just a reminder that there is less than one week to purchase some new Evergreen clothing. The link to shop is: https://northwoodboosterclub24.itemorder.com/shop/home/. The final day for buying some new Evergreen gear is Monday, February 12th. Go Big Green!
A reminder about the Kids Heart Challenge currently going on at Northwood. For more information, check this link: https://www.northwood.k12.wi.us/article/1433051.
Northwood's middle and high school students received awards of recognition in six areas from the staff for the month of January. The six areas are showing respect, rising star, civility, academic improvement, community contribution, and personal achievement over obstacle. Here is a link to a slide show showing the recipients:https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vTE7fuMojKAfTDOhXtqLo0VVhc-Zv9fkdNJbrz0MydungkE_iyOqKiKiy5cso19Kj-1xkw7Wt6edUkn/pub?start=true&loop=false&delayms=3000. Way to go, Evergreens!
As we continue to celebrate and support the growth of our Tiny Seeds Learning Center, the Northwood School District has an immediate opening for a part-time Assistant Childcare Teacher. Training is provided through the District with a bonus upon completion. See the link below for more details.
https://www.northwood.k12.wi.us/page/employment-opportunities
Just a reminder about Project Prom Dress! Help local youth attend their prom. Donate your clean, gently used dresses to help young ladies in the area have a night to remember. Give that dress another night to shine! Items being sought for the event are: prom dresses, party dresses, evening gowns, jewelry, shoes, purses & clutches. Collecting New & Gently Used items by February 23, 2024. (See flyer for drop-off locations.) Shopping Date for students is Saturday, March 2, 2024 at JLAAC in Minong from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. For more information, check out this news article: https://www.northwood.k12.wi.us/article/1418057. For further questions, contact Kim Schultz at kim_schultz@northwoodk12wi.com.
Just a reminder that next wee is Winterfest. See the graphics for more information on those (notice there are separate elementary themed days versus middle & high school themed days). Information for the Snowball Dance for grades 9th-12th is also noted on the graphics.
The Northwood Booster Club has made some new Evergreen clothing available to purchase. The link to shop is: https://northwoodboosterclub24.itemorder.com/shop/home/. The final day for buying some new Evergreen gear is Monday, February 12th. Go Big Green!
Two NorthStar students represented Washburn County in the Area Conservation Speaking Contest on Friday, January 26th, along with students from four other area counties. Tucker Madsen (8th grade) took 2nd place in his age division. Ava Kildow (6th grade) placed first and will be representing NorthStar at the state level in Green Bay on March 6th.
Save the date for Family Reading Night on Wednesday, Feb. 14th! We are planning a variety of learning stations around all things literacy. More information will be sent home with students next week.
Mark Your Calendars! The dates for Winterfest have been set as February 5th - February 9th. And with Winterfest come dress-up days. See the graphics for more information on those (notice there are separate elementary themed days versus middle & high school themed days). Information for the Snowball Dance for grades 9th-12th is also noted on the graphics.
Eleven NorthStar students competed in the Wisconsin Land + Water Conservation Awareness Speaking Contest in Shell Lake. Beginning in November, students selected and researched topics regarding conservation efforts in Wisconsin. On Friday, they delivered their 4-6 minute speeches to a panel of judges from Washburn County. Out of the eleven students, six of them placed in the elementary and junior divisions. First place winners in both divisions will be moving on to the area competition Friday, January 26th.
