Dear Northwest Families, As we head into the final two weeks of the school year, I just want to pause and say thank you. This year has been filled with growth, learning, laughter, challenges, and so many moments that reminded us why Northwest is such a special place. Our students have worked hard academically, grown socially, shown resilience, and continued to demonstrate what it means to be c ... more»
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Dear Northwest Families, As we head into the final stretch of the school year, I continue to be amazed by the growth, resilience, and energy our students bring each day. May always feels like a busy month, but it is also one of the most rewarding. Classrooms are filled with celebrations of learning, students are showing how much they’ve grown, and our staff remains focused on making every remain ... more»
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Dear Northwest Families, We’ve officially reached the halfway point of M-STEP testing, and I wanted to take a moment to thank you for your support at home. This time of year asks a lot of our students, and we truly appreciate everything you’re doing to help them come to school rested, on time, and ready to do their best. I have been incredibly proud of our students. They’ve shown ... more»
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Dear Northwest Families, I want to make sure our Northwest families know about an excellent opportunity coming up in our community. The Livingston County Parent Summit will take place on Saturday, March 21 from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at Parker Middle School, and it is completely free for families to attend. This event is designed to support parents as they navigate many of the challenges famil ... more»
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Dear Northwest Families, As we move into March, it’s hard not to feel the shift that comes with this time of year. The days are getting a little longer, routines are well-established, and students are really settling into their learning. This is an important stretch of the school year, and one where consistency and attendance matter more than ever. With that in mind, I want to share some upcom ... more»
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Dear Northwest Families, As we move through the middle of the third quarter, this time of year often feels steady and routine - and that’s a good thing. Classrooms across Northwest are focused on learning, practicing skills, and building consistency. While there may not be major events or announcements right now, a great deal of important work is happening every day. Mid-year assessments have ... more»
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Dear Northwest Families, As we move through January and approach the midpoint of the third quarter, I want to take a moment to thank you for your continued partnership and support. Winter can be a long stretch for students and adults alike, but our classrooms remain full of learning, growth, and care. Our mid-year assessments have now been completed. These assessments give our teachers valuabl ... more»
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Dear Northwest Families, We want to take a moment to clarify expectations around smart watches and other electronic devices at the elementary level. In accordance with Board Policy PO 5136, electronic devices must be out-of-sight and powered off during the school day. This includes smart watches. Devices may not be used during regular school operations or during any school-sponsored or supervi ... more»
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Dear Northwest Families, As we head into the holiday season, I’ve been thinking about how much we’ve already experienced together this school year. From the excitement of the first day to everything that has happened since, it felt like a good time to pause and reflect. I put those thoughts into a short poem below to help capture this moment in our year. We began our year with a red carpet rol ... more»
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Dear Northwest Families, At Northwest, we truly love having students at school each day. Being present helps children learn, feel connected, and build strong routines that support both academic success and emotional well-being. School runs for 10 months and 180 days, and each day matters more than it might seem: Please take a moment to review the attached “Attendance Matters” flyer, which high ... more»
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