THE WARHAWK TIMES

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.

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FROM THE DESK OF THE PRINCIPAL.....

The past few weeks have certainly brought about some difficult and stressful times at both Northwood Middle School and throughout District 200 with the multiple bomb threats that have occurred. Although, we continue to work diligently to keep our focus on educating our students it is very difficult for everyone to keep that focus with the safety and security issues that have arisen. However, I would like to personally thank all of our students and parents for their continued support during this difficult time. Without your support and cooperation this would be even more difficult then it has been. I want to reassure you that we are taking this situation extremely serious both within the building and throughout the District. I am confident that through the efforts of the District, local police, teachers and staff that Northwood is a safe place for your children We have implemented new safety measures to continue to assure the safety of our students and as a result of these situations the administration will be taking an even closer look at school and building procedures over the summer. Again, I thank you for all your support during this stressful time.

Educationally Your

Jake Wakitsch

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P.T.O. Corner

This is a reminder that the Spring Fundraiser with S & S Nursery is in full swing. Any plants, trees, shrubs, mulch or other garden materials purchased from S & S between now and June 15th, Northwood Middle School PTO gets a 10% rebate. Additional Rebate coupons are located in the Northwood Office (check your child's backpack too). If you get to S & S and discover you've forgotten your rebate coupon, ask if they have any at checkout. You are going to buy garden material - why not let your PTO benefit? Also remember to check out www.greenraising.com for all your 'green' needs. Choose Northwood Middle School as the affiliate from the drop-down menu located at the top right hand corner. One last event this year is in need of more volunteer help. The PTO sponsors a reception for the 8th Grade Graduation. The reception will be following the Graduation Ceremony on June 10th. Help is needed before the ceremony to pin corsages/boutonnieres on the graduates and after the ceremony to serve refreshment to the graduates and their families. If you can help, please call Sheila White at 815-337-0116. Finally, a huge thank you to all the Volunteers, Donors, teachers and administrators that made this year's 8th Grade Graduation Dance so spectacular. A special thanks to the planning committee who spent countless hours planning, creating and executing the 'Hollywood' extravaganza. The planning committee included: Kathy Jensen, Cathy DeMartinis, Chantel Madson, Amy Wurtz, LeAnn Belt, Carrie Nordbrock, Sara Sitke and Diana Huntley. Volunteers included: Matt Thuma, Tony DeMartinis, Al Jensen, Mark Huntley, Tim Madson, Julie White, Pam Brooks, Loraine Levy, Debby Bruchsaler, Anne Connelly, Connie Happ, Lynn Bartlett, Katie Wurtz, Megan Morris, Cathy Patenack, Kim Cundiff, Nancy O'Connor, Lisa Davis, Patty Lezon, Tamara Grant, Abby Huntley, Meghan Jensen, Matt Jensen, Lilly Klay and Shannon Soukup Donors either gave monetary donations, merchandise for a raffle or price discounts to help defray the cost of the dance while keeping it spectacular. Donors included: Pacific Electric, Woodstock Rental, Delectable Designs 4 U, Jensen's Plumbing and Heating, Lu Lu's on Benton Boutique, Infusion Salon and Spa, Dairy Queen, Plum Garden, Blue Ribbon Millwork, Ken and Cookie Homo, Gaver's Automotive, Mardi Gras, Jenapea's, Starbucks, Piper's Grill, Hollywood Video, Woodstock Theater, Cobblestones on the Square, Nail Port Express (in WalMart), Family Health Partnership, U Got Purse-onality, Inc., Culvers and Diana Huntley, Creative Memories Consultant. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you - without you and your generosity the dance would not have happened!

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Risky Behaviors

Free Time is Prime Time for Risky Behaviors Summer Suggestions for Parents Set rules for your youth Understand & communicate Make sure you know where they are Make sure you know who they are with Engage young people in activities< Reserve time for your family Facts You Should Know Over 40% of 9th graders and over 75% of 11^th graders attended a drinking party last year. Over 10% of 9th graders and over 20% of 11^th graders were involved in drunk driving 3+ times last year as a driver or passenger.

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CCY

Last Day of School

The last day of school for NWMS students will be on Thursday, June 12th. Dismissal time will be at 10 am. 8th grade students are not to attend school on this day. However, they are expected to be present on the 11th of June even though they officially are promoted on Tuesday, June 10th at 7pm

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Eighth Grade Promotion

The eighth grade promotion ceremony will take place at Woodstock High School in the main gymnasium on Tuesday, June 10th at 7pm. There will be a reception that immediately follows the ceremony in the commons area at the High School. There are no tickets required to attend the ceremony as the capactiy in the gymnasium is 1800 people. Seating is first come first serve. We ask that you please sit in the bleachers. Some seating will be available on the floor, but we would like to give preference for this seating to those adults who find it difficult to use the bleachers or are physically challenged. A reminder that eighth grade girls are expected to wear nice skirts or dresses (but not prom type dresses). Our eighth grade boys are expected to wear casual slacks such as Dockers and a shirt with a collar. Ties are optional. PLEASE NO BLUE JEANS. In the past we have encouraged parents to take pictures, but we will not stop to take pose pictures. We ask that you do not come down to take a picture until your child is called and that you please return to your seat directly afterwards. Should you wish for a posed picture you will have time after the ceremony in the High School Commons to take those pictures. This is a special ocassion and we ask that parents and guests dress in a manner that is appropriate for the event, that you please remain in your seats during the ceremony and that you not bring young children who require supervision. We are happy to be able to have our eighth grade promotion ceremony in a gymnasium that will allow a greater number of attendees and we look forward to visiting with our eighth grade familias that evening.

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Upcoming Events at NMS

HOMEWORK HOTLINE NUMERS & TEAM LEADERS

6th Grade - (815) 337-3257 & (815) 337-3258 - RRivera@d200.mchenry.k12.il.us

7th Grade - (815) 337-3259 - TSchubring@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 (x126) - DCannata@d200.mchenry.k12.il.us

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