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Dear Northwest Families,

We have enjoyed a great week of learning activities and many classes utilized our outdoor spaces in this warmer weather. We were excited to recognize and celebrate our 72 junior and senior candidates inducted to our Cougar Chapter of the National Honor Society! We are so proud of their outstanding accomplishments.

Below are a couple of reminders for this week:

• As the weather changes to colder temperatures, please encourage your student to wear layers. Some areas are warmer or colder in our building, so sweatshirts and sweaters make great layers. We cannot support bringing blankets to class as those interfere with the classroom activities.
• Parents of seniors - please see information below from Student Services regarding graduation. There is an upcoming deadline for purchasing the cap, gown, tassel and stole package from Jostens. Please complete those purchases by the November 30 deadline or reach out to your student's counselor if you have concerns. You will also receive email messages through Skylert with more information and optional packages to purchase.

Have a wonderful weekend!

All the best,

Dr. Lisa Gruman

No School November 21 - 25

Sign-up is NOW OPEN to take the ACT at Northwest on February 28, 2023.

All Juniors (11th Grade) ONLY:

The ACT assessment is available to all SMNW High School Juniors

Students may participate in this ACT assessment for FREE.

How to sign up:
Juniors will be able to sign up through the “Online forms” in the Skyward student portal

- select ACT.

Registration will close on Sunday, November 27, 2022.

Date of free test:

Don’t let your student miss this opportunity!

Academic Enrichment is open to ALL students grades 9 - 12 in the Library.

Teachers are available to support students in Math, English, Science and Social Studies from 2:50 - 3:50 pm. The late bus will depart at 4:00pm. Encourage your student to take advantage of this great academic support opportunity!

Have your students' school fees been paid for this year? Fees for first semester elective classes are due along with the Resource, ID and Participation fees. If you completed the meal benefit application and have received your approval, please contact the bookkeeper with that information to reduce or waive eligible fees. Check fees in Skyward and contact the bookkeeper with questions.

2022 - 2023 Online Fee Payment:

• Follow link www.smsd.org/families/pay-fees

Breakfast at Northwest

Regular Days: Breakfast is served from 7:15 – 7:35

Late Start: Thursday breakfast is served from 8:15 – 8:45.

Meal Benefits: Families can apply on https://www.schoolcafe.com/SHAWNEEMISSION.

For families who do not qualify for meal benefits, payments for school meals can be made by sending cash or check to the school, online at eFunds or by phone by calling the Food Service office at 913-993-9710.

Food service information is available on the district’s website at https://www.smsd.org/about/departments/food-service.

Physicals for Winter Sports: Physicals packets for winter sports need to be completed prior to the opening practice/tryout date. Winter sports are scheduled to start on Monday, November 14th. All aspiring student-athletes must have their completed physical packet turned in by Friday to the athletic office. Those wishing to secure a packet may do so online at SMNWCougars.com and go to the “more” tab and look at “forms.” You may also stop by the athletic office, located inside the main office, and pick up a form between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. For questions contact Mrs. Alvey, Athletic Administrative Assistant at 913-993- 7400.

Sunflower League

• Visit our Athletics Website for schedules of upcoming events: https://smnwcougars.com/