Warhawk Weekly - October 3, 2022
STEP UP TO THE PLATE
The Hall Way...
Hello Warhawks!
Although this week is a shortened week for students, it is going to be quite busy!
Students will switch their Exploratory Class on Monday to start Rotation 2. Students can use the portal to check their schedule if they are not sure what their new class will be. Teachers will also have class lists posted outside their classrooms.
Students have a half day of school on Wednesday with a 12:35 pm dismissal.
Moving into next week we hope that conferences serve as a time for parents and teachers to work together to support our students and their academic and social-emotional growth. Please see the information about parent-teacher conferences below. The Northwood staff truly appreciates the support of our parents and we look forward to meeting with you for conferences on Wednesday (in person) or Thursday (virtual).
The Warhawk Weekly is our newsletter for families and students. Each week we will share important updates and information. Please contact the school office with any questions and/or concerns you have now or anytime throughout the school year. Together we can provide a positive environment for our students to be successful and to support them to STEP UP TO THE PLATE!
Bethany Hall
Northwood Principal
Students... Make Yourself Proud Today!
- Help a friend or family member
- Ask questions if you do not understand something
- Charge your Chromebook and bring your supplies to class
Northwood Save the Dates
Monday, October 3 - Wednesday, October 5
- Book Fair
Wednesday, October 5
- Half Day Attendance for Students - Dismissal at 12:35 pm
- P-T Conferences: 4 - 9 pm (in person)
Thursday, October 6
- No School for Students
- P-T Conferences: 9 am - 9 pm (virtual)
Friday, October 7
- No School
Monday, October 10
- No School
Friday, October 14
- End of First Quarter
Weekly Announcement highlights include..Dance Team Tryouts, Lost and Found, and Bowling Club and many other club updates!
Parent-Teacher Conferences Coming Soon - 10/5 and 10/6
Parent Teacher Conferences are coming up on 10/5 and 10/6. The schedule for conferences and the long weekend are listed below:
- Wednesday, October 5th from 4 pm - 9 pm (in person only)
- Thursday, October 6th from 9 am - 9 pm. (virtual only)
- NO SCHOOL on Friday, October 7th and Monday, October 10th
Families should have received an email about signing up for conferences last week. A copy for middle school families can be found below:
Dear Parents/Guardians:
It is time to schedule your Fall Parent/Teacher Conferences. We appreciate the parent survey feedback on preferences. We used the survey results to structure our conference days to host both in-person and virtual sessions. The schedule is as follows:
CONFERENCE FOR STUDENTS IN MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL
Wednesday, October 5, 2022 - 4:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m. - IN PERSON ONLY
Thursday, October 6, 2022 from 9:00 a.m.- 9:00 p.m. - REMOTE/VIRTUAL ONLY
Parents who live in the same household are asked to schedule only one conference per household. Parents who live in separate households may schedule separately if desired.
You are a vital partner in the education of your child. Parent/teacher conferences play an integral role in providing feedback regarding your child’s progress as well as formulating individual plans for success. We look forward to seeing you at conferences.
Sincerely,
D200 Administration
SCHEDULING YOUR CONFERENCE
Click here for a step by step guide with pictures or follow the directions below.
Go to MEET THE TEACHER from any internet connected device
Enter your information as required on the screen - parent name, email address, student’s name, and student’s birthdate. Please make sure to use your child’s name and birthdate that you provided for school registration.
Select the DATE you wish to book your conference.
If the option is provided, select In-Person or Video Call
Select Booking Method - Automatic allows the system to book your conference. The manual option allows you to choose the times.
Choose the Teachers/Classes you wish to schedule. If you have multiple children at the same school, you can choose classes to schedule for each child.
Click on the AVAILABLE TIMES you wish to schedule with each teacher. Once all of the classes have been scheduled.
Click on the GREEN BOX to view and print your schedule for this building. If you have children at other schools, follow the prompts to schedule them next. You may return to this website at any time to review, print or change your conference times.
If you need assistance with scheduling your child’s conferences, please contact the school office. There are scheduling kiosks available at each school for you to use as well.
Baier's Box - News from the Assistant Principal
As you may know the hallways here at Northwood can get pretty congested and some undesirable behaviors occur. Recently, we have had water that is being squirted down the halls and on individuals. This has caused some individuals to slip and fall, clothes getting wet, and unneeded work for our custodial staff. As of Monday, September 12th, we ask that students do not bring in athletic squirt water bottles to school.
Thank you for all your support and go WARHAWKS!
Next PTO meeting is Monday, October 17.
We will have our next meeting in the NMS Library at 6pm on Monday, October 17.
Students - Is your BRAIN Healthy and Ready to Learn?
If you went through the checklist below, how many could you check off? Stay tuned as we will explore the important things your brain needs to be READY TO LEARN!
MINDFULNESS ACTIVITIES FOR A HEALTHY BRAIN
Being an adolescent can be stressful! Mindfulness is a powerful way to handle stress, develop empathy, and impulse control. Mindfulness is all about living fully in the present moment with an attitude of kindness and curiosity.
Thes task cards linked below contain 17 mindfulness exercises and instructions for each. You may choose to select a different activity for students to complete each morning.
Help NMS Build an Outdoor Classroom
GREAT NEWS!!! We just heard that the recycled bench company was purchased and it is back in business. Yay! Therefore, keep collecting those clean caps! Stay tuned for our next big collection date.
Handle With Care -- Social Work Support
Tiffany Moore 815-206-4650
Adriana Ortiz 815-206-4655
Patty Whalon 815-206-4656
News from the Nurse
Northwood Families,
Just a reminder that if your student requires any medication to be given or used during the school day, a new medication authorization form needs to be completed by a parent/guardian AND health care provider. If your student uses an inhaler or EpiPen and is able to administer those medications to themselves, then a "Self administration form" needs to be completed by both parent/guardian AND health care provider and returned to the health office. Those are the only two medications that a student may give themselves at school, as long as that form is completed and handed in.
Any ordered medications to be dispensed at school can be dropped off by a parent or guardian. The medication must be in the original, labeled, and unopened container, along with the medication authorization form completed. If the medication is over the counter, it still requires an order medication authorization form. Due to cabinet space, we ask that all medication is in a small bottle.
Also, please remember that all sixth graders and new students to the school are required by the state of Illinois to have a new physical and dental exam. Please feel free to email the information to me at ngrismer@wcusd200.org or drop off the paperwork at the front office. If you send the paperwork in with your child please touch base with me to ensure that I have received it, many times it remains in the backpack. If you have any questions, please reach out.
I look forward to seeing you all soon!
Nadine Grismer
Northwood School Nurse
Do you have a future Warhawks between the ages of 0 and 3? Check out the information below about the Celebrate Families program at VDELC!
Keep in Contact with Northwood!
Principal - Bethany Hall
Assistant Principal - Tony Baier
Secretary to the Principal - Chris Maldonado
Secretary to the Assistant Principal - Sarai Butler
Registrar - Robin Simandl
Nurse - Nadine Grismer
Office Hours: 7:30 am - 4 pm
24 hour Northwood Attendance Line: (815) 337-8618
Please call the 24 hour attendance line if your student will be late or absent to school
Website: https://www.woodstockschools.org/northwood
Location: 2121 North Seminary Avenue, Woodstock, IL, USA
Phone: 815-338-4900
Facebook: www.facebook.com/northwoodwoodstock/