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The Power of Spoken Word ποΈ We were inspired by 22-year-old National Youth Poet Laureate Amanda Gorman's prose and delivery during Inauguration Day last Wednesday. If you missed her powerful words and presence, click here to watch the video and read her poem, "The Hill We Climb". Let us know if you and your child were inspired, too! | A Renewed Feeling of Hope β¨ Last week's Inauguration Day was impactful and celebratory in many ways. In case you missed it, we invite you to read the following message from our CEO in honor our nation coming together in unity on this special day: A Letter from our CEO: Honoring This Yearβs Inauguration. | Parent Town Hall Meeting: 2/3 π» We invite you to join us for our upcoming Parent Town Hall Meeting next Wednesday, February 3rd, where will share feedback from our parent survey, as well as updates on our reopening plan. The meeting will be held via a webinar at the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88565527400 |
The Power of Spoken Word ποΈ
A Renewed Feeling of Hope β¨
Parent Town Hall Meeting: 2/3 π»
SIGN-UP FOR PICTURE DAY! πΈ
Please note the following:
- Students are expected to wear their Northwood uniform.
- Graduation Day photos will be held separately in the spring.
- Families will be waiting outside so safety precautions are upheld throughout each day.
- You and your child must wear a mask and keep a 6-foot distance from others in the line.
- We will aim to move quickly and stay on schedule as much as possible.
Interim Reports
Interim Reports are being sent out at the discretion of each teacher via email today (every student will not be receiving one).
Please note: specialist teachers only give a grade if students are performing below average.
Spotlight on Daily Intentions
All of our Bulldogs were shy this month, so instead of featuring a *Bulldog Spotlight*, we are sharing resources filled with ideas on how you can set daily positive intentions with your child. Check them out and let us know which ones you try!
Spark Creativity! ποΈπ
This vibrant exhibition is premiering on Saturday, February 13th for its exclusive, limited run in Philadelphia. Each interactive activity invokes elements of imagination, ingenuity, inspiration, and expressiveness for all ages.
Free Meals Pickup π½οΈπ₯ͺπ₯£
We are continuing to give out frozen meals that last up to a month in the freezer, so extra meals can be stocked and saved for the weekends or a much later date!
Pickup for multiple meals takes place at our cafeteria (Adams Ave. entrance) on Mondays and Thursdays from 10:00am to 12:00pm and 1:00pm to 4:00pm.
We hope families continue to take advantage of this cost-saving and nutritional convenience.
MCKINNEY-VENTO ACT: NORTHWOOD IS HERE TO HELP
If you believe you may be eligible, contact Lower School Counselor (K-4) Ms. Lozandieu at mlozandieu@northwoodcs.org or Upper School Counselor (5-8) Mr. Whitlatch at awhitlatch@northwoodcs.org to find out what services and supports may be available!
Reminder: Updated Remote Learning Schedule π
The day begins 15 minutes earlier at 8:15am.
Reading and math blocks are longer in K-3 (45 mins rather than 30 mins) and in 5-8 (60 mins rather than 45 mins).
The school-wide lunch period was shifted to 12:00-12:30pm. This allows K-3 teachers to pull a small group before lunch, and for upper school students to have an additional cycle complete before lunch.
We hope that this increases participation in small groups for students who have not been logging back on after lunch and specials.
Specialists will see one grade at-a-time rather than two.
The full schedule for each grade can be viewed at the following link:
Materials & Chromebook Pick-up
For those who were not able to come by the school during last month's pickup windows, you may stop by and check-in at the front desk on Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:00am and 2:00pm to do so.
Please wear a mask and practice social distancing as you wait. All items will be prepared in advance and ready to go in a Northwood canvas bag.
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Chromebooks are also still available for pickup during these days/times.
*Please note*: This is only for students who have not yet received a school-issued Chromebook or if your school-issued Chromebook is not working. If your child has received an iPad from us, exchanges must be made in order to receive your Chromebook. If you are planning to swap a device, you must also bring the charger in order to do the exchange.
