Northwest News
Mr. Smith's Newsletter for the Northwest Community
Sunday, January 28, 2024
NEW: This Week's Message from Mr. Smith
Northwest High School Families,
I hope everyone is doing well on this rainy Sunday. A reminder that there is no school for students tomorrow as it is a Professional Day for teachers and staff. With the start of semester 2 this Tuesday, January 30, it is important that everyone be aware of a few changes to both attendance and grading expectations. Students must be in class for at least half of the period to be considered present. Additionally, if students do not turn in assignments by the deadline, their grade on that assignment is subject to a zero. Be sure to focus on regular attendance and the importance of completing assignments in a timely manner.
Attention Parents! Booster Club needs your help with concessions for our athletic events. Please sign up using this link.
A reminder that our TENTATIVE Graduation date is Thursday, June 6 at 9:00 am at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC). Mark your calendars.
The application for the Middle College (MC2) Program, Class of 2028 at Northwest High School is now open! Interested incoming 8th graders and current NWHS 9th and 10th graders who live in the Northwest HS cluster are eligible to apply. The application can be found on the Northwest HS website, under quick links menu option for Middle College. The deadline to apply is Feb 16, 2024 at 11:59 pm. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Lisa Shapiro at Lisa_M_Shapiro@mcpsmd.org.
Yearbook Pictures are available for purchase. Please visit: vosphoto.com/uc use your student ID when prompted for the online code. For questions regarding school pictures, please email: underclass@vosphoto.com
The application for the Ulysses Signature Program Class of 2028 at Northwest is now open! Interested 8th graders who live in the Northwest cluster are eligible to apply. The application can be found on the Northwest website, under the Quick Links menu option for “Ulysses Signature Program.” You can also find the application linked here along with more information about the program. The deadline for submitting applications is February 16th, 2024. If you have any questions about the application process or the Ulysses Program, please contact Mr. David Parks david_p_parks@mcpsmd.org.
Hall Sweeps are continuing and if a student is caught in a hall sweep more than once, they will be assigned an after-school detention. Prioritize regular, prompt attendance to all classes.
Interested in donating to our community? Click this link to support any of our families in need.
In this week's newsletter, you can find new and important items such as a chance to nominate a student for SMOB, the bullying prevention forum at Kingsview MS on February 10, the MSP Intra-county Retreat in March, the advertisement for the spring musical, Mean Girls, MCPS' Girls Summit in March, College and Career Updates, upcoming FAFSA deadlines, a chance for tutoring/mentoring for free, things to know from MCPS for Thursday, January 25, and the athletics and events calendar for the week.
Remind Quick Guides for Parents [Amharic]
Remind Quick Guides for Parents [Chinese]
Remind Quick Guides for Parents [French]
Remind Quick Guides for Parents [Korean]
Remind Quick Guides for Parents [Portuguese]
Remind Quick Guides for Parents [Spanish]
Remind Quick Guides for Parents [Vietnamese],
There are some important reminders including information regarding second semester parking,
the STEAM fair at Quince Orchard High School, the upcoming POMS competitions, our tentative graduation date for the Class of 2024, information regarding the MCPS financial aid workshops, a call from our Booster Club for Winter Sports Concessions help, school cash online, Yearbook sales information, a call for free store donations, ways to join the PTSA and Booster Clubs, a call for parents to join our parent councils, College T-Shirt Tuesdays, and ways to buy Class spirit gear!
We thank you for your continued support and trust. Let's make it a great week!
NEW: Northwest Interest Form: SMOB Nominating Convention 2024 (Due by Monday, 2/5!)
Each year, there is a Student Member of the Board (SMOB) who serves on the MCPS Board of Education. This student is a junior or senior in MCPS. They have a voice in making important decisions that affect all of us. This year’s SMOB is Sami Saeed.
The entire MCPS grades 6-12 student population will vote between two final candidates, but to select those two final candidates, there is a Nominating Convention (Nom Con) on Wednesday, February 14 where each candidate presents their plans.
Northwest is allotted 13 votes and 5 alternative votes (18 students total). This vote could be you!
Interested in attending and voting to decide the final two SMOB candidates? Fill out this Google form to indicate interest.
This must be submitted by 3pm on February 5th. You must be able, with parent/guardian permission, to attend a field trip on Wednesday, February 14. (It will be an excused absence.)
If there are more than 13 people interested, delegates will be selected at random (new this year).
Further questions? Contact Ms. Ledrick at margaret_m_ledrick@mcpsmd.org :)
NEW: MSP Intra-County Retreat is Saturday, March 16
The 13th Annual Intra-County Minority Scholars Program Retreat is right around the corner and already building up a buzz. Last year, MSP set the blueprint and reminded everyone to “be about it!” This year, the student leaders are calling on students across Montgomery County to join them in both “starting a new chapter” and “rewriting the narrative.” They are well aware of the forces that continue to try to deny progress. They are familiar with the efforts to whitewash U.S. history and erase the efforts of “minoritized” groups. They are aware of the many efforts to censor and remove books that deal with social justice issues. And so MSP stands ready to start a new chapter that firmly demands equity. They stand ready to rewrite the narrative - one that is truly anti-racist. So on Saturday, the 16th of March at John F. Kennedy High School, the 13th annual MSP Retreat will declare to the world that Montgomery County students plan to “Start a New Chapter and Rewrite the Narrative!”
Eighteen years ago, the Minority Scholars Program began organically as a student driven initiative aimed at tackling the opportunity gap. Through student voice, student leadership and student activism, it has served as both a vehicle, as well as a blueprint, for creating change. Over the course of this time, MSP has expanded to all MCPS high schools, over half of the middle schools, and now more than 8 elementary schools. But there have also been considerable interest from numerous other schools and school districts within the state of Maryland and beyond. The student leaders are more committed than ever to fight the insidious existence of the opportunity gap and inequity within our schools. And the 13th Annual Intra-County Minority Scholars Program Retreat aims to help usher that change along and to help move us definitively forward. Retreat events begin at 9:00am and continue to 3:30pm on Saturday the 16th of March, 2024 at John F. Kennedy High School in Silver Spring, Maryland. Come witness MCPS youth “start a new chapter,” outline their vision, design their manuscript for educational equity, and “rewrite the narrative” to create a truly anti-racist school system.
NEW: MCPS' Girls Summit - Saturday, March 9
Students grades 6–12 and caregivers are invited to the second MCPS Girls’ Summit from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Mar. 9, at Northwood High School. This event will provide informative workshops geared towards middle and high school girls on a variety of current topics. Join us for a chance to network, participate in fun activities, learn valuable skills and enjoy a fashion show presented by White House Black Market celebrating diverse body types.
Sessions will be provided in English and Spanish and will be organized by grade level. Student Service Learning (SSL) hours will be available for students. Please see Ms. Morales or Ms. Henry if interested in attending this event or if you have any questions.
Topics and activities will include:
· Healthy relationships/dating violence
· Social media use and mental health
· Self-esteem
· Identifying symptoms of depression & anxiety
· How to get help
· Healthy eating
· Body image
· Gardening therapy
· Music therapy
· Zumba
· Kaiser spin bikes
· Kaiser health screening & flu shots
· And much more!
NEW: College and Career Updates!
COLLEGE CAREER Community e-NEWS BULLETIN HIGHLIGHTS: View the complete e-NEWS Bulletin on the college career web page and click on the e-NEWS link for all details. For details on all college career information and resources, visit the college career webpage. Questions? Reach out to Rochelle_Davis@mcpsmd.org
NEW: The 2024–25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form is available at fafsa.gov as part of our soft launch. During the soft launch, the FAFSA form will be available while we monitor site performance and form functionality.
Students and families can visit StudentAid.gov/fillingout for resources about completing the 2024–25 FAFSA form—including information about creating a StudentAid.gov account without a Social Security number, how to complete the new 2024–25 FAFSA form, and what to do before and after completing the FAFSA form. Access the FAFSA form HERE.
NEW: Financial Aid Night will be held on Monday, January 22, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Quince Orchard HS - 15800 Quince Orchard Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878. Learn how to pay for college, apply for Financial Aid, and more! Need assistance completing your FAFSA/MSFAA application? Financial Aid counselors from UMBC, Trinity Washington, Mount St. Mary's, and Montgomery College will be available to assist. Click the link to register: www.tinyurl.com/2emznja6. Contact Ms. Romero with any questions - at (240) 740-3670 or Lisa_D_Romero@mcpsmd.org
Si planean ir a la universidad, regístrese para nuestra Noche de Ayuda Financiera el Lunes 22 de Enero a las 6:30pm. Este evento ocurrirá en Quince Orchard High School - 15800 Quince Orchard Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
¡Este evento es una excelente oportunidad para aprender cómo pagar la escuela y cómo iniciar la aplicación de Ayuda Financiera! Habrá asistencia profesional de consejeros que podrán explicar las opciones de ayuda financiera para los estudiantes. Consulte el folleto para obtener más información. Haga clic en el enlace para registrarse: tinyurl.com/3w57eh48. Comuníquese con la Srta. Romero, si tiene alguna pregunta al Lisa_D_Romero@mcpsmd.org or (240) 740-3670
NEW: FAFSA/MSFAA Completion Night. February 6, 2024, from 5:30 until 8 pm. Rockville High School Cafeteria. Register HERE.
NEW! FAFSA 2024-2025 Soft Launch Information
NEW! FAFSA Completion Resources & Video Tutorials
REMINDER! MCPS Financial Aid Workshops! Assistance with completion of the FAFSA & MSFAA. Registration Required. REGISTER @ http://bit.ly/3tf1JJp. Workshops will run at various MCPS high school locations through the end of January. Space may be limited. Register early! The host school monitors registration for space availability!
REMINDER! FAFSA Resource courtesy of the Maryland Higher Education Commission: FAFSA Simplification. A PDF document that may answer many of the questions students & parents may have.
REMINDER! The Paying for College Workshop events will be held on Jan. 20, 2024 from 11am-2pm at the Rockville Campus in the Student Services Building and on Thursday, Feb. 1st, 2024 from 4-7pm at the Takoma Park Campus in the Student Services Building and virtually. Please visit our website to register at bit.ly/FA_Help.
REMINDER! EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY CENTER SERVICES include assistance with financial aid applications. The Educational Opportunity Center program is sponsored by a TRIO grant from the U.S. Department of Education Office of Postsecondary Education and Montgomery College. Visit their website to schedule an appointment (virtual, in-person and by email).
REMINDER! Association of International Regional Representatives – Northwest America International University Fair
February 7, 2024
5:30-7:30pm
Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School
4301 East-West Hwy
Bethesda, MD 20814
Register Now!
Visit the College Career web page for a list of participating institutions.
REMINDER! From the Office of Senator Chris Van Hollen - Summer Programs:
Juniors (students in the Class of 2025) who have an interest in learning about opportunities to attend a U.S. Service Academy for college are encouraged to apply to participate in a summer program. Each Academy’s summer program provides a week-long immersion into the academic, military, and social life of that Academy. The Academies are ranked among the top undergraduate public universities in the country. Financial aid is available to students who are accepted into a program. Program participants must be U.S. citizens.
- U.S. Military Academy, West Point
- U.S. Naval Academy | U.S. Naval Academy STEM
- U.S. Coast Guard AIM Program
- U. S. Air Force Academy
REMINDER! Junior Day is an Out of School Time Day sponsored by the NAACP Parent Council and Johns Hopkins.
When: January 29th, 2024, from 9:15 until 1:15
Where: Wheaton HS
Audience focus: Rising seniors who are underrepresented minority students.
Meet admissions officers from American University, The George Washington University, Goucher College, Johns Hopkins University, Loyola University Maryland, the University of Tennessee, McDaniel College, St. Mary’s College of Maryland, University of California, Berkeley, University of Maryland College Park, University of Maryland Baltimore County, and the University of Wisconsin Madison. REGISTER HERE.
REMINDER! ASVAB Parent Q&A Session. January 22, 2024, at 6 pm. The ASVAB is not just a military test!
Meeting ID: 160 122 2764 Passcode: Parent
Give your child the chance to do just that. The ASVAB CEP is designed to help your child:
• Learn more about themselves and the world of work.
• Explore occupations in line with their interests and skills.
• Discover all the ways to enter the career fields they are best suited for.
• Develop an effective strategy to achieve their career goals.
REMINDER! The ASVAB will be offered at Northwest High School on Thursday, February 15, 2024 @ 7:45 am in the Auditorium. Permission is required to test. Access the permission form HERE. Complete the permission form no later than February 1.
The ASVAB is administered FREE to interested tenth, eleventh, and twelfth grade students and is an excellent career exploration tool. ASVAB results are released only to the student and not to the armed services. Students who wish to use their test results as part of an enlistment post-secondary plan will need to have a conversation with military recruiters. The student can provide their scores to the recruiter. Taking the ASVAB at MCPS high schools in no way involves a commitment to the military. Visit the ASVAB Career Exploration Program website HERE. To learn more about the ASVAB and enlistment, click HERE and enter as an applicant for more information on testing and resources.
COMING SOON… The 16th Annual Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCU) College Fair. The fair date is scheduled to be Friday, February 16, 2024, from 6 pm until 8 pm. Registration for the fair will open on Friday, January 19.
Money Matters → Scholarship Highlights & Reminders:
For a complete list of scholarships, including details for those listed below, download the latest publication of our Jag Scholarships ‘Apply Now’ Bulletin on the web. Post date refers to the first date published in the Jag Scholarships ‘Apply Now’ Bulletin. Additional Northwest High School Scholarship Resource (PDF format).
SCHOLARSHIP REMINDERS & HIGHLIGHTS:
- REMINDER! SCHOLARSHIP: MONTGOMERY COLLEGE MONTGOMERY SCHOLARS. Available to SENIORS planning to enroll full-time at Montgomery College (MC) in the fall of 2024. The Montgomery Scholars program is a two-year scholarship-funded interdisciplinary honors program at Montgomery College. View application guidelines and procedures HERE. DEADLINE TO APPLY: JANUARY 31 | Post 10 January 2024 |
- REMINDER! SCHOLARSHIP: MONTGOMERY COLLEGE MACKLIN BUSINESS INSTITUTE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM. Available to SENIORS planning to enroll full-time at Montgomery College (MC) in the fall of 2024 and pursuing the field of business. The Macklin Business Institute is a two-year scholarship-funded highly selective and competitive business program that parallels that of the best business schools. Follow the steps and information links on this page. DEADLINE TO APPLY: JANUARY 31 | Post 10 January 2024 |
- NEW! SCHOLARSHIP: The League of Educators for Asian American Progress (LEAAP) of Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS). Available to graduating MCPS high school SENIORS of Asian descent who plan to major in the field of education. $3,000 award. Eligible applicants must be interested in pursuing a career in the field of education and show experience supporting the community and/or an organization. DEADLINE TO APPLY: FEBRUARY 10 | Post 11 January 2024 |
- NEW! SCHOLARSHIP: Team DC Student-Athlete Scholarship. Available to self-identified lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer (LGBTQ+) high school SENIOR student-athletes. Awards up to $2,000 to offset the cost of educational expenses. Scholarships are awarded to self-identified lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer (LGBTQ+) student-athletes who have contributed to the sport in which they participate and enhanced the perception of the LGBT community because of their contributions and involvement. Applicants must plan to attend an accredited two- or four-year college or university. Candidates must demonstrate dedication to both academic and athletic excellence as well as show promise as an LGBTQ+ role model. DEADLINE TO APPLY: MARCH 1| Post 11 January 2024 |
- NEW! SCHOLARSHIP: OMEGA LOGAN SILVA SCHOLARSHIP. Available to graduating high school SENIORS. Applicants must fit the category of economically disadvantaged woman. $5,000 renewable award. CRITERIA: Solid academic achievement. Maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA at an accredited institution. Maintain satisfactory performance at vocational school. Significant involvement in school and community activities. Click HERE to learn more about the scholarship. DEADLINE TO APPLY: FEBRUARY 1 | Post 12 January 2024 |
- NEW! SCHOLARSHIP: The League of Educators for Asian American Progress (LEAAP) of Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS). Available to graduating MCPS high school SENIORS of Asian descent who plan to major in the field of education. $3,000 award. Eligible applicants must be interested in pursuing a career in the field of education and show experience supporting the community and/or an organization. DEADLINE TO APPLY: FEBRUARY 10 | Post 11 January 2024 |
- NEW! SCHOLARSHIP: MCPS Educational Foundation Current Scholarships. SENIORS with financial need planning to attend college or university. Awards range from $250 - $40,000. Click on the link and select Programs → Scholarships. In addition, a small number of awards are available for those who plan to become an MCPS educator and/or plan to pursue information & computer sciences, particularly cybersecurity. DEADLINE TO APPLY: FEBRUARY 17 | Post 12 January 2024 |
- NEW! SCHOLARSHIP: Lavinia Engle Scholarship. SENIORS. FEMALE. Applicants must plan to attend a college or university in Maryland. Applicants must be a resident of Montgomery County. Financial need and academics considered. High school transcript, two letters of recommendation and financial need information required. Essay required. Application Instructions | Application | DEADLINE TO APPLY: APRIL 15 Post 16 January 2024 |
NEW: Things to Know from MCPS for Thursday, January 25
1. Tell Us What You Think on Decisions Impacting You and Your Student
Share Your Input on the Community Engagement Officer (CEO) Program
Take this five-minute survey to share your feedback on the MCPS and Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) Community Engagement Officer (CEO) program. CEOs are sworn officers from MCPD who work directly with our schools. Your input will play a vital role in making informed recommendations to the superintendent and Board of Education as we work to review existing programs and improve systemwide safety and security. The CEO program survey will be open until Friday, Feb. 9.
Inclement Weather Communication and Makeup Days
Please provide your feedback on communication around inclement weather that may impact school operations. We would also like to hear your preferences on how MCPS approaches inclement weather makeup days.
Tell Us What You Think About Our Food
The Division of Food and Nutrition Services (DFNS) is still collecting feedback on what you want to see more of on school menus. Please take a few minutes to fill out this survey and give us your input. Survey results will directly impact menu development.
2. Student Transfer Application Season Begins February 1
The 2024-2025 Change of School Assignment (COSA) transfer season opens on Thursday, Feb. 1. The COSA process allows families to submit a request for their children to transfer out of their assigned home school. All COSA request applications must be submitted no later than Tuesday, April 2. Read full details.
3. Upcoming Events, Reminders and Resources:
Register Today to Attend the Annual HBCU Fair
Registration is open for the 16th Annual HBCU Fair. This free in-person event at The Universities at Shady Grove will provide students in Grades 8–12 an opportunity to meet representatives from more than 50 Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Read more.
Summer Rise 2024 Student Registration Open
Registration is also open for students to be part of Summer RISE 2024. Summer RISE provides hands-on, career-based learning experiences to rising juniors and seniors and helps employers cultivate a talent pipeline. Learn more.
Save the Date: MCPS to Host a Girls’ Summit on March 9
Join us for the Girls’ Summit on Saturday, March 9 at Northwood High School. This event will provide informative workshops geared towards students in grades 6–12 on a variety of current topics. Read more. RSVP
4. Superintendent Dr. McKnight’s Statement on Latest OIG Report
Superintendent Dr. Monifa B. McKnight issued the following statement in response to the report released Wednesday, Jan. 25 by the Montgomery County Office of the Inspector General (OIG):
“I am grateful to Montgomery County Inspector General Megan Davey Limarzi and her team for their thorough and rigorous review of longstanding, systemic issues within MCPS. Read the full statement.
MCPS Action Plan Update (January 2024)
MCPS Action Plan Update (October 2023)
5. MCPS News This Week
Thirteen Seniors Win Full-Tuition Scholarships from QuestBridge
Thirteen MCPS seniors from nine high schools received four-year, full-tuition scholarships from QuestBridge, a national nonprofit organization that connects low-income, high-achieving students with more than 50 top colleges and universities.
Montgomery Blair High School Wins the Maryland/DC Regional Science Bowl Championship
Montgomery Blair High School won its regional competition for the 2024 National Science Bowl (NSB) and will compete in the NSB national finals this spring. Read more.
NEW: Athletics and Events Calendar for the week of January 29 - February 4
REMINDER: UPDATED Parking Information
Second semester parking permits will be available for purchase beginning Thursday, January 25, 2024, for $39.00 (processing fee included) payable by cash, check (made payable to Northwest High School), or online using a credit card through SchoolCash Online. To pay online, a link will be sent to the student’s school email address once the application has been received and approved for eligibility. Applications and payment can be brought to the business office, Room 322, before school starting at 7:25 a.m., during lunch and after school until 2:45 p.m. Applications (two-page document) are also available in the Business Office for students to pick up, as well as on the Northwest HS webpage under the Back-to-School Resource Bank. As a reminder, students must be cleared of all obligations (including but not limited to all current and past AP exam fees, textbook fees, and athletic uniforms) and have at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA in order to be eligible for a student parking permit.
REMINDER: Our Booster Club NEEDS YOU!
The NW Athletic Department and the Booster Club want to provide our athletes and fans an awesome experience at each and every home game. To make that happen, we need your help to VOLUNTEER at the concessions stand. Parent and community member support is crucial to have a successful year! If we do not have volunteers, we will not be able to open the concessions stand.
Pick a slot or two or three...because WE NEED YOU! Sign up here.
There are multiple sports events to choose from. We want you to watch your athletes compete so please come help at other games so those parents can watch their athletes. Don't have a child playing a sport? Come out anyway. It's a great way to connect with other NWHS parents! Remember, concessions volunteers get into the games for free and all proceeds go directly toward supporting all of our students! Please put the sport/club you represent in the Comment section! (Please note all volunteers must be adult volunteers.)
Thank you from your 2023-2024 Concessions Committee! Questions? Email Susan Strawser at strawserfamily@verizon.net or text 301-442-8278.
REMINDER: Important School Cash Online Access!
MCPS has transitioned to a new online payments system called SchoolCash Online (SCO). This will be the preferred method of payment for all school-related fees, excluding school lunches. SCO will help increase efficiency and security at schools by making payments directly into schools’ bank accounts and eliminating the need for teachers to handle money. A processing fee will be included on all items available for purchase, regardless of the type of payment used on SCO or at the school.
As of Monday, August 21, 2023, parent/guardians will no longer need an SCO PIN number to add their student(s) to their SCO account. Guardians will automatically get emails from SCO (noreply@schoolcashonline.com) with instructions if the email address is on file with the school. For approved parent/guardians who do not currently have an SCO account, an automated email was sent out with an invitation to create an account. For approved parent/guardians who already have an SCO account but have not yet linked their student(s) to their account, an automated email was sent from SCO for each unlinked student. The email had an “Accept” button, that once clicked, will attach that parent/guardian’s child to their account automatically. If you need support with the registration process, please email the Parent KEV group support drop box at parenthelp@kevgroup.com, or can call at 866-961-1803.
MCPS ha hecho la transición a un nuevo sistema de pagos en línea llamado SchoolCash Online (SCO). Este será el método de pago preferido para todas las cuotas relacionadas con la escuela, excluyendo los almuerzos escolares. SCO ayudará a aumentar la eficiencia y la seguridad en las escuelas al realizar pagos directamente en las cuentas bancarias de las escuelas y eliminar la necesidad de que los maestros manejen dinero. Se incluirá una tarifa de procesamiento en todos los artículos disponibles para la compra, independientemente del tipo de pago utilizado en SCO o en la escuela.
A partir del lunes 21 de agosto de 2023, los padres/tutores ya no necesitarán un número PIN de SCO para agregar su(s) estudiante(s) a su cuenta de SCO. Los tutores recibirán automáticamente correos electrónicos de SCO (noreply@schoolcashonline.com ) con instrucciones si la dirección de correo electrónico está registrada en la escuela. Para los padres/tutores aprobados que actualmente no tienen una cuenta de SCO, se envió un correo electrónico automático con una invitación para crear una cuenta. Para los padres/tutores aprobados que ya tienen una cuenta de SCO pero que aún no han vinculado a su(s) estudiante(s) a su cuenta, se envió un correo electrónico automatizado desde SCO para cada estudiante no vinculado. El correo electrónico tenía un botón "Aceptar", que una vez que se hace clic, adjuntará al hijo de ese padre/tutor a su cuenta automáticamente. Si necesita ayuda con el proceso de inscripción, envíe un correo electrónico al buzón de apoyo del grupo de padres KEV al parenthelp@kevgroup.com, o puede llamar al 866-961-1803.
REMINDER: Yearbook Sale Information
We have a community upload spot for candids. Please upload any pics of your student(s) that may end up as features in the yearbook. Please add names and grades.
Pick up your 2023 yearbook supplement that features spring sports, graduation, prom, spring musical. If you purchased a yearbook, these are included in the price. Pick up in 250 or 261 before school, during lunch, after school until 2:45. Ask for Ms Koutsos.
The 2024 yearbook is available for purchase.
The first sale price is $90
The 2nd sale price is $95
Then the rest are $100
$105 in person at distribution
Senior only can purchase ad space in the back of the book. Personalized ad space is available for sale. And baby pics/quotes space can be purchased for a community page.
REMINDER: Free Store Supplies are in Demand!
Many NW students visit The Free Store daily. Because of high demand, the Free Store has run out of composition books and spiral notebooks! If you have any gently used, no longer needed school supplies, please donate them to the Free Store, room 264. We also always need calculators, backpacks, and test prep books. We take donations all year long. We will also be collecting donations during Back to School Night. Thank you, NW community, for your support!
REMINDER: Join the PTSA and Boosters!
The PTSA and Booster Club are instrumental in providing the school with advocacy, outreach, financial support, and building school spirit for our students, staff, and community. In order for us to be able to support these ongoing efforts, we need our families and staff to join us now! You can join at nwhsptsa.org/membership. Thank you!
REMINDER: Northwest Parents' Councils Questionnaire
We hope that you and your family will join us for future events and that you will consider becoming a part of the Northwest Hispanic Parent Council, African American Parent Council and the Asian American Parent Council. Please take some time to respond to this questionnaire and let us know how you would like to become involved. This questionnaire has been translated into Spanish.*
Please contact the following administrators for more information about the Hispanic, African American, and Asian Parent Councils at Northwest High School.
Hispanic Parent Council: Nyurka_I_Morales@mcpsmd.org
African American Parent Council: Tara-dee_S_Henry@mcpsmd.org
Asian American Parent Council: Danielle_M_Abdelsalam@mcpsmd.org
Northwest Class Spirit!
It's a long-standing tradition at Northwest for each grade to wear their assigned CLASS COLOR on Pep Rally days! Each class sits in a designated section at the rallies so make an impact for YOUR CLASS by wearing your grade level color and make your presence known! Although participation with wearing class colors is optional, we hope you will join in the FUN!
The grade level colors are as follows:
Freshmen (Grade 9): YELLOW
Sophomores (Grade 10): GREEN
Juniors (Grade 11): RED
Seniors (Grade 12): BLUE
You can wear any clothing and/or accessories in your assigned color as long as you adhere to the school dress code. You can opt to wear clothing that you already own in your grade level color, you can purchase a shirt from the PTSA/Booster Club website for $8: http://www.nwhsptsa.org/shop (available sizes and quantities are limited), or you can purchase a T-shirt in your color at Michael's or Joanne's (the cost is usually around $5) and personalize with fabric markers or paint pens! The possibilities are endless to show your #JagPride!
Class of 2027 (9th Grade): Yellow
Class of 2026 (10th Grade): Green
Class of 2025 (11th Grade): Red
Class of 2024 (12th Grade): Blue
Northwest High School
Email: Scott_E_Smith@mcpsmd.org
Website: https://northwestjags.org
Location: 13501 Richter Farm Road, Germantown, MD, USA
Phone: (240)740-7100
Twitter: @NorthwestJags
Northwest High School serves over 2400 students and is home of the Jaguars!