Bulldog Blast
Wednesday, March 23rd 2022
Principal's Corner:
Please read the below reminders and updates from Principal Henry:
Report Card Conferences - March 30th and 31st
We would like you to join your child’s teacher to discuss his/her progress for this reporting period. You will receive an electronic copy of your child’s report card at this conference. We believe that it is vital for teachers and parents to work together as a team to discuss student progress at Northwood Academy. We are expecting 100% participation from our families.
Conferences will take place on Wednesday, March 30, from 12:00 to 5:45 pm, and Thursday, March 31, from 12:00 to 3:00 pm. Conferences will be 15 minutes in duration. All report card conferences will be held on these two days.
Report card conferences will be held on an as-needed basis only (parent or teacher request). Conferences will be held in a virtual format via Zoom OR in-person (this is up to the parent). You will receive a Zoom link from your child’s teacher. Please be prompt so that you and all families have an equal opportunity to discuss their child’s progress.
If you are interested in meeting with a specialist teacher, please email them individually to set up a conference. Thank you for your ongoing support of our program!
Picture highlights from our mini multiplication battle with 4th grade last Thursday!
In-school event: 4th Grade College Day last Friday, 3/18
To promote college and career readiness, our 4th graders participated in College Day at Northwood last Friday!
Through fun competition, guest presentations, and video highlights, students learned from staff and current college students (mainly NACS alumni) how to get into college, the opportunities offered at college, and how to be successful in college.
Check out some fun photo highlights below!
Summer Art Camps for kids ages 4-15:
🎨Allens Lane Art Center, 601 West Allens Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19119:
With classes for children ages 5-13, Allens Lane Art Center offers both physical and virtual camps this summer. Campers can expect classes in ceramics, crafts, and theater as well as time outdoors for sports and play. Space is limited to due capacity restrictions. https://allenslane.org/
🎨Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts - Art Camp, 128 N. Broad Street, Historic Landmark Building, Philadelphia, PA 19102: PAFA’s Summer Art Camp is for budding young artists ages 6 to 14. This year's award-winning camp is offered virtually with a combination of live zoom and off-screen hands-on activities. Registration and weekly schedules are coming soon. For more information visit pafa.org/camp, email artcamp@pafa.org, or call 215-972-2054. https://www.pafa.org/museum/education/family
🎨Portside Arts Center - Summer Arts Camp, 2531 E. Lehigh Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19125: Campers 4-13 can expect weekly sessions such as Murals and Public Art, Nature and Mindfulness, The Art of Music, Theater Arts, Art Around the World, and The Basics of Sculpture. Siblings discounts, payment plans, and scholarships are available. https://www.portsideartscenter.org/
🎨Power of Paint Art Academy, 4919 Pentridge Street, Philadelphia, PA 19143: Geared to kids ages 5-15, Camp P.O.P allows campers to explore art and wellness through a variety of fun activities. Tweens and teens can participate in Senior Camp while Junior Camp is designed for kids from 5-10. https://popartacademy.org/
Simpson Rec. Center Summer Camp
Questions? (215) 685-1223
Location: 1010 Arrott St, Philadelphia, PA 19124
Jardel Recreation Center Summer Camp
See the above flyer for additional details.
Questions? Please contact the Rec Center at 215-685-0596 or Ashley.Shimp@phila.gov
Location: 1400 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19111
Tarken Summer Camp
Registration is officially open for Tarken’s Summer Day Camp 2022! They will be offering Before and After Care services this summer. For more information or to register stop by their office Monday-Friday from 4-8 PM! Don’t wait, space is limited!
Location: 6250 Frontenac Street
Philadelphia, PA 19111
Enrollment for YBM, Inc. summer programming opens April 2022!
Parent Corner:
District-Wide Survey
Northwood parents that participate in the parent survey will be entered into a raffle to receive a gift card and NACS swag. Please note: Once you start the survey you must complete it all at once. The survey takes approximately 10 minutes to complete.
VOLUNTEER POLICY INFORMATION
Important Volunteer/ Chaperone Information In order to volunteer in any capacity (including chaperoning trips) you must fulfill the following directives which are part of the Child Protective Law:
The law requires all school employees, contractors, and volunteers to have direct contact with children to obtain clearances (child abuse history clearance and state and federal criminal history checks).
- For PA Criminal Background checks (no charge): https://epatch.state.pa.us
- For Child Abuse Clearance (no charge): https://www.compass.state.pa.us/cwis
- For FBI fingerprinting (charge): https://uenroll.identogo.com or call #1-844-321-2101. The service code you will need is 1KG6Q9.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
- Clearances submitted within 48 hours of an impending trip will not be processed in time for that individual to chaperone that particular trip. While we encourage everyone to complete clearances, we cannot honor last-minute requests.
- ALL required documents must be submitted together at one time. We will not hold your documents until they are all complete and accounted for.
- Copies of the required clearances must be printed and handed in to the front school office or classroom teacher. We can not accept clearances forwarded to us via email. Thank you for your support of our program, safety as always is a priority for all our students and their families.
COMMUNITY CORNER
Play-A-Palooza: Sat Mar 26, 2022
As “spring fever” spreads, Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse celebrates Play-A-Palooza, its seasonal playground grand-opening party.
Saturday, 3/26, 12 pm-4 pm families can enjoy a lineup that includes music and dance, a bookmobile, games, relay races, science experiments, an obstacle course, food trucks, and unstructured nature-based play across Smith's 6.5 acres. Play-A-Palooza 2022 will also host an on-site vaccine clinic. **The rain date is March 27th**
For ages 12 and under
Price: Children $10; Free for Smith members and ACCESS cardholders
Location: Smith Memorial Playground 3500 Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia, PA 19121
Tarken Ice Rink & Rec. Center: FREE PROGRAM
Join them every Thursday from 6:30-8:00 PM for their brand new teen activities program. Activities include community service projects, teen building exercises, mentorship, 2K tournaments, and more! See the above flyer for more details!
**NO SIGN-UPS NECESSARY**
What is Safe2Say Something?
Safe2Say Something is a youth violence prevention program run by the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General. The program teaches youth and adults how to recognize warning signs and signals, especially within social media, from individuals who may be a threat to themselves or others and to “say something” BEFORE it is too late. With Safe2Say Something, it’s easy and confidential to report safety concerns to help prevent violence and tragedies.
Here’s how it works:
- Submit an anonymous tip report through the Safe2SaySomething system
- The crisis center reviews and processes all submissions
- The crisis center sends all submissions to school administration and/or law enforcement for intervention
- If needed, the crisis center may contact the tipster anonymously through the app
Safe2Say Something PA:
Submit an anonymous tip here:
CALLING ALL BULLDOGS: BULLDOG SPOTLIGHT!
We love receiving photos of our Bulldogs with big smiles and having fun! If you have more pictures to share that highlight a fun part of your child's day, whether it is participating in an activity or enjoying the outdoors, send them over to curbano@northwoodcs.org to be featured in our next Bulldog Blast 📰
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!
CLICK HERE to watch a video (created by Kevin Lofton) for families in Philadelphia to understand their rights under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. This ensures immediate enrollment and educational stability for students experiencing homelessness. Check it out now!
If you or a family member are in need of housing, food, health, and safety services, please check out these resources from Project HOME: Where To Turn Guide.
Important Dates on the Horizon
Wednesday, March 30th, and Thursday, March 31st, Report Card Conferences
Monday, April 11th- Monday, April 18th, Spring Recess
World Autism Awareness Month
Wednesday, April 20th, Board Meeting
Friday, April 22nd, Earth Day
Tuesday, May 3rd, School Closed in observance of Eid-al-Fitr
Monday, May 30th, School is closed in observance of Memorial Day
Connect with Northwood
Website: northwoodcs.org
Location: 4621 Castor Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, USA
Phone: (215) 289-5606
Facebook: facebook.com/Northwood-Academy-Charter-School-153041454730750/
Twitter: @northwoodcs