Warhawk Weekly September 14, 2020
It's Groovy to Be a Warhawk!
The Hall Way...
Hello Northwood families!
Thank you for your continued support of our students in remote learning. We have all heard the phrase "It takes a village" and that is definitely true in regards to the connection our entire school community needs to thrive. We appreciate you making sure your students attend their classes, checking in on their progress, and encouraging them to advocate for themselves when they need help from their teachers.
Please never hesitate to reach out if you need help with anything. Warhawks take care of each other and we are here to work together and support each other. Have a wonderful and groovy week!
Bethany Hall
Northwood Principal
Parent Portal vs. Canvas Observer: What's the Difference?
District 200 uses two platforms to both instruct and report grades. Your Canvas Observer account allows you to see course work that is occurring in your student's classes. In Canvas, you will be able to see assignments, quizzes, and material being covered in class. You can also receive email alerts about announcements your student's teacher makes to the class.
In your Parent Portal you will be able to see your student's overall grade in a course as well as individual assignment and assessment grades. While you may not be able to see the actual assignment like you would in Canvas, you can still see some short details about the assignment by clicking on it. The Parent Portal also allows you to see some basic information about your student in the district, such as attendance and their schedule.
For help with either of these platforms, or to get signed up with an account, please contact the school.
Remote Learning Plans
NMS Library
Hi Warhawks!
Who's ready for a ghost story? There is still time to join the NMS Library Lunch Book Club as we listen to The Ghost's Grave by Peg Kehret. We meet on Tuesdays during lunch. Please email Ms. Parrent at mparrent@wcusd200.org or Mrs. Hinderlider at bhinderlider@wcusd200.org for more information.
Do you enjoy writing? The NMS Writing Club's first meeting is Wednesday, September 23rd, from 3:30 to 4:30. Email Ms. Parrent for more information!
News from the Nurse
6th grade physicals and immunizations are still required for this school year. Information on the requirements can be found below. Please send the paperwork to our school nurse, Mrs. Kaszubowski, at skasubowski@wcusd200.org or you can drop it off at the school between 8 - 4.
Parent Tech Tools Tutorials
Thank you to our NMS families for supporting our students and staff during remote learning. We appreciate you!
How can the NMS families stay connected and informed?
During this time we are trying to provide different opportunities for communication with our students and families. So where can you go to stay informed?
NMS Parents/Guardians/Families:
- Warhawk Weekly: Please remember that this newsletter is a live link. As things progress through the week, we will use it to provide any updated information. All you have to do is click the newsletter to go to the live page!
- Remote Learning page on Northwood Webpage
- Facebook: @northwoodwoodstock
- emails and texts: Messages sent through the school, just like how you received this newsletter.
Students:
- Canvas: Students should be checking Canvas for each of their teachers on the corresponding A or B day for announcements and assignments.
- Warhawks, We Got This Student Newsletter: The first edition of the student newsletter will be emailed to students on Monday morning. Please remind your student to check it out for announcements, special messages from our staff, and tips for success during eLearning.
Keep in Contact with Northwood!
Principal - Bethany Hall
Assistant Principal - Tony Baier
If your student will be late to school or won't be in school please call the 24 hour Northwood Attendance line.
Website: https://www.woodstockschools.org/northwood
Location: 2121 North Seminary Avenue, Woodstock, IL, USA
Phone: 815-338-4900
Facebook: www.facebook.com/northwoodwoodstock/