We are currently sponsoring an ANGEL TREE for the folks at "The Brickyard" nursing facility who may not receive gifts this Christmas. Please consider being an 'Angel."Click here for some pictures of last year's thankful recipients.
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Dec. 7th-10th Nutcracker Play
Dec. 14th Band Christmas Concert 6:30pm (Auditorium)
Dec 14th GLOW UP Fundraiser Girls Basketball (See Flyer Below)
Dec. 20th Choir Christmas Concert 7pm (Auditorium)
Dec. 16th NMS Christmas Dance (flyer attached to this newsletter)
Dec 21st Last Day 1st Semester
Jan 8th Back to school (Start of 2nd Semester)
Jan 11th 7pm (Auditorium) 2024 Washington D.C. Trip Info Meeting (Current 7th Grade Parents should attend)
For All Athletic Events please visit the Northwestern Eventlink Page.
Student of the Month
Student of the Month
October:
Allison Liggett
Student of the Month
Student of the Month
November:
Mikayla Witt
Student of the Month
Student of the Month
December:
Jade Hardin
NMS Best Christmas Movies:
NMS Best Christmas Movies:
Elf
Polar Express
Home Alone
The Grinch
Nightmare Before Christmas
Die Hard
Frosty The Snowman
A Christmas Story
Principal's Note:
Tis the season of giving and I want to say THANK YOU for the amount of giving our staff, students, and community has done this holiday season. First, our students and teachers helped organize a Canned Food Drive before Thanksgiving. Our 7th Grade students ended up winning this years canned food challenge.
Recently, Student Council members led by Mrs. Graves participated in wrapping Christmas gifts for those less fortunate. It was our 2nd year of participation in this event and we hope to grow our participation next year.
Currently, we are sponsoring an Angel Tree in the front office. Mrs. Demoret and Mrs. Bowen help organize and sponsor our Angel tree program and each year the residences at 'The Brickyard' nursing facility are very thankful to receive your generous donations.
Our furry friends at Kokomo Humane Society need support and we're continuing our annual tradition of collecting for them as well. The wish-list is attached to this newsletter.
Additionally, we're trying to help remind students that a gift isn't always something of monetary value. It can be a quick note of thanks, a kind gesture, or even giving some of your time. Hopefully we inspire the next Bella VanNatter to help make our world a better place. (Click for More)
The Holiday season is also a reminder that winter weather is upon us and to please review the Distance Learning expectations linked at the top of every newsletter we send.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year,
Mr. Bishir
Message from Assistant Principal Mr. Ward:
Happy Holidays,
Perhaps my favorite holiday is Thanksgiving especially the tradition of celebrating what you're thankful for each year . The food isn't bad either! One of my favorite Thanksgiving stories is Balloons Over Broadway. It's the true story of the Macy's Thankgiving Parade. The tradition was to have live animals each year, but eventually the parade became so popular the kids couldn't see the animals through the crowd. Therefore, they adapted and the animals became floats for all to see! Traditions like NW's "Tradition of Excellence" doesn't mean we always do the same thing, but instead we must adapt to meet current and future challenges. I'm thankful to get to work with such and excellent community.
Please feel free to reach out anytime with questions or concerns involving your child. I can be reached at
ryan.ward@nwsc.k12.in.us or my ext.3014.
Reminder: Dec 20-21st there will be a Final Exam Schedule for 7th and 8th Grade.
Jennifer Smalley is our 8th Grade Team Leader. If you have specific questions about 8th grade academics/grades/etc please email jennifer.smalley@nwsc.k12.in.us
Lorri Schuler is our 7th grade Team Leader. If you have question about 7th grade academics/grades/etc please email lorri.schuler@nwsc.k12.in.us
The Nurse's Station
The Nurse's Station
School ATTENDANCE COUNTS.docx
Reminder
Contact our School Nurse if you have questions/immunization updates ext: 3011
jodi.galbraith@nwsc.k12.in.us or call the school.
Humane Society Wishlist (1).pdfHumane Society Wishlist
Humane Society Wishlist
We are also taking donations from the Kokomo Humane Society wish-list. These must be turned in by Dec. 20th in Mrs Bowen's room.
Student Council: Gift Wrapping/Dress-Up Days:
Christmas Dress-Up Days.docxNMS LIfe
NMS LIfe
Middle School Students pictured: participated in the Veterans Day ceremony, speaking with students from IUK, and participating in a Science Lab with Mr. Chamberlain.
THE N.M.S. Building Expansion will begin Nov. 1st. Please stay tuned for possible changes in procedures 2nd Semester.
Fundraiser (Thank you)
Fundraiser (Thank you)
World's Finest Chocolate Fundraiser was a success. Every student who sold 1 box received a pizza party and students who sold more earned prizes.
This supports our prizes for positive behaviors at school and our end of the year field day.
It's a dog eat dog world and a ruff life sometimes!
ROcky's Corner
ROcky's Corner
Our school support dog.
Please consider helping to lend a paw to the Kokomo Humane Society by viewing the Wishlist above.
The holidays aren't always fun and festive for everyone due to a variety of reasons and that's okay. That doesn't make them a Grinch. They may be dealing with more than you know.
Know that you're not alone. Many feel this way and here is a helpful article to help you with some strategies to manage holiday stress.
Please keep Mr. Brett Davis and family in your thoughts and prayers. His wife Jenni passed away during Thanksgiving Break.
Distance Learning/Elearning
Distance Learning/Elearning
Northwestern School Corporation/ Chartwells has transitioned to Meal Magic for their food service point of sale system. Meal Magic will be utilized for all your food service payments. To access lunch account balances and to make online payments please visit:
https://northwesternsc.familyportal.cloud
THINGS YOU CAN DO WITH THE 'Meal Magic' PORTAL
Free and Reduced Lunch Application
Check your account balance
See your child's purchase history
Freeze 'extra items' such as chips/cookies/ice cream from purchase.
Pay Online with credit/debit card.
There are automatic restrictions once your child's lunch balance is $-25.00. They will still receive a lunch.
Breakfast $1.80 Lunch $3.05
Next Year's DC Trip ~Start Planning NOW
Next Year's DC Trip ~Start Planning NOW
Speaking of giving.... a lot of our money goes to Washington D.C. Sorry, I couldn't resist. 7th Grade Parents/Students you will want to attend our DC informational meeting coming up Jan. 11th @ 7pm in the Auditorium. You don't want to miss next year's trip! We're currently exploring options never offered before including an extra night and a Potomac River Cruise Dinner.
Christmas Dance flyer - 2023 (1).pdf
Sports
Sports
Check out our Athletics Page for more information about sports. Make sure you and your athlete are registered on 'Final Forms' and have a physical submitted before your season starts. You can also select sports you're interested in on 'Final Forms' to be notified of try-outs etc..
Questions? Please contact the athletic office secretary:
Questions? Please contact the athletic office secretary:
Christina Kidwell
Christina Kidwell
CHRISTINA.KIDWELL@NWSC.K12.IN.US
(765) 457-8101 EXT. 2029
Grissom Trip
Grissom Trip
Our students explored Grissom Air Reserve Base and learned about what STEM skills are needed in the Air Force. Thank you to Mrs. Temme and Grissom for helping organize this experience.
Middle School Play
Middle School Play
Our N.M.S. Thespians rocked the play this year!
YOU GLOW GIRL.docx.pdf
Your student may be eligible to attend collage in Indiana on a 100% scholarship if you meet certain income and academic requirements. The catch? You must enroll before the end of of your 8th Grade year.
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