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April 10, 2009 |
WEBMASTER'S NOTE: Any reference to "sign-up forms" stated anywhere in the Backwood's News refers to forms located in the printed copy of this newsletter and not to the electronic copy you are now reading. Forms found in the hard printed copy can be filled out and sent to Northwood or you can volunteer by calling the office at 338-4900 or sending an email to this website. It will be forwarded to the appropriate person. When sending an email, please state "volunteer" in the subject line. You may email by clicking HERE.
FROM THE DESK OF THE PRINCIPAL.....
I find it absolutely amazing that it is the middle of April already and we are in the final quarter of the school year. With only 8 weeks left in the school year it is going to be a very busy few months at NWMS. If you did not attend Parent/Teacher conferences on Thursday or Friday your child should have brought home their report card today (Monday, April 20th). Should you have any questions about your child's grades please contact the teacher directly to discuss your concerns. As the school year winds down I want to remind parents to please be sure to visit the NWMS website for latest news and detailed schedules about upcoming events. Also, be sure to keep up with your child's progress through our parents Home Access, where you can check grades and homework. Finally, I want to thank all parents who helped to support our Mini-Relay for Life that was held the past few weeks at NWMS and culminated with a fun day of activities for our students last Thursday. As a result of the outstanding efforts of our students and support by our families the Northwood Middle School Student Council raised almost $5,000 for Cancer! This is an amazing accomplishment, especially during these tough economic times! Thanks for all of your amazing support! Educationally Yours -
Jake Wakitsch
Special Permits
Requests to attend a school outside of your attendance area next year must be submitted on a form which can be obtained from the school office or the District Office. All forms must be sent to the Superintendent's Office, 227 West Judd Street, Woodstock, IL 60098 NO LATER THAN FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 2009. Families will receive written notification of the decision in late May. Any requests received after the April 17th deadline will not be acted upon until June.
Permisos especiales para el ano escolar 2009-2010 Las peticiones para que su nino pueda asistir a una escuela fuera de su area de asistencia el proximo ano escolar deben de ser entregadas en un formulario que se puede obtener en la oficina de su escuela o la oficina del Distrito. Todos los formularios tienen que ser enviados a la oficina del superintendente, a 227 West Judd Street, Woodstock, IL 60098 A NO MÅS TARDE DE EL VIERNES, 17 DE ABRIL DEL 2009. Las familias recibiran aviso escrito sobre la decision a fines de mayo. Ninguna peticion recibida despues del plazo del 17 de abril recibira accion hasta junio.
8th Grade Dance
Recently, 8th grade parents should have received a letter from the Northwood PTO with details about the 8th Grade Dance. This year the dance will be held on Friday, May 8th from 7-9:30. The dance is open to 8th grade students who are eligible to attend based on compliance with discipline standards that were sent home with students and signed by parents the first week in April. Should you have any questions about the 8th grade dance please contact Sheila White at 815-337-1669.
6th Grade Summer Bridges Program
If your child was recommended by their teacher for the 6th grade summer bridges program you should have received a copy of the registration form at conferences or if you did not attend conferences the form should have come home with your child's report card on Monday, April 20th. Please don't forget that registration for this program is on a first come first serve basis and is due no later than Friday, April 24th. Don't delay in sending your forms in for this program and for transportation.
School Supply Packages
Included in this edition is a copy of the school supply lists for and an order form for next year's 7th and 8th graders if you chose to order your supplies through NWMS vs. purchasing them yourself, The deadline to order through the school has been extended, but orders will only be accepted through May 18th so don't delay!
6th/7th/8th Mandatory Summer School
If your child is in danger of failing you will be receiving a letter in the mail regarding your child's current status this week and later in May detailed information about mandatory summer school program will be sent home to these students, including cost, location and program descriptions. If you have questions please contact Mr. Wakitsch.
Registration Packets for 09-10 School Year
Registration packets went home with students on Wednesday, April 15th for next school year. Included in this packet is detailed information regarding: Student data, including emergency information and contacts. Registration Fee Form including a description of District 200 fees for the 2009-10 school year. Other forms that are required at different grade levels, including Health Class Consent, Internet Usage Forms, Textbook Loan Forms, Health Information and Emergency Treatment Card, Supply Lists etc. Registration packets and School Fees are due back to Northwood Middle School by Friday, May 8th and should be returned in the Envelope that it came home in. Should you have any questions regarding registration or paying fees please contact the Northwood Office.
6th Grade Timber Lee Trip
Parents of 6th graders, please don't forget that the 6th grade overnight Timber Lee Trip will be on Tuesday, April 28th and Wednesday, April 29th. Should you have any questions about Timber Lee please contact Mr. Rivera at 815-338-4900.
8th Grade Northwood Projects
On May 18th and 19th Northwood Middle School 8th graders will be presenting their Northwood Projects throughout the school day. We are in need of volunteers to help listen to and judge these presentations. We need many volunteers and have many different time slots available. Please think about volunteering to help out and listen to these important presentations. To volunteer on the 18th or 19th simply contact Northwood Middle School at 815-338-4900 and ask to speak with Ms. Weightman.
UPCOMING EVENTS AT NMS
4/21/2009 Track @ Home - 4:00 PM
4/22/2009 7th Gr. Springfield Parent Meeting - 6 PM
4/23/2009 Track @ Home - 4 PM
4/27/2009 D200 Band Festival - WHS - 7 PM
4/28/2009 6th Grade Timber Lee
4/28/2009 Track @ Home - 4 PM
4/29/2009 6th Timber Lee
4/29/2009 LATE START - 9:30 AM
4/30/2009 Track @ Home - 4 PM
DATES TO REMEMBER
5/08/2009 8th Grade Dance - 7 pm
5/14/2009 Annie Jr. Musical - 7 pm
5/15/2009 Annie Jr. Musical - 7 pm
5/18/2009 8th Northwood Projects
5/19/2009 8th Northwood Projects
5/28/2009 7th Springfield Trip
5/29/2009 7th Springfield Trip
6/10/2009 8th Gr. Promotion - 7 pm
6/11/2009 Last Day of School
HOMEWORK HOTLINE NUMERS & TEAM LEADERS
6th Grade - (815) 337-3257 & (815) 337-3258 - RRivera@d200.mchenry.k12.il.us
7th Grade - (815) 337-3259 - PKohley@d200.mchenry.k12.il.us
8th Grade - (815) 337-3261 - MWesley@d200.mchenry.k12.il.us
Exploratories - (815) 338-4900 - LLudwigsen@d200.mchenry.k12.il.us
PE / Health - (815) 338-4900 (x117) - DCannata@d200.mchenry.k12.il.us
