At Murphy Elementary, students are already back into the swing of things, learning about the expectations in their classrooms and even starting work on their Leadership Binders today.
Happy First Day of School!
We started our day welcoming the students at High Ridge Elementary. Lots of smiles and excitement from our students and teachers this morning; it's going to be a great day and school year!
Welcome back to school, Lion Nation! We missed you! Let's have a great first day!
Thank you to Byrnes Mill Police Chief Frank Selvaggio, City Administrator Melinda Benedict, and members of Spring Hills Church, SpiritWord Church, and Point of Refuge Church for their generous donation of school supplies to support students across our district!
Pictured (l-r): Northwest Executive Director of Administrative Services Dr. Jennifer Younkins, Melinda Benedict, Northwest Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Hecktor, and Chief Frank Selvaggio.
The Northwest R-I School District has three Critical Need Paraprofessional openings at Northwest High School.
Apply online at https://northwestschools.net/jobs
Benefits include:
Competitive Salary
We honor up to 10 years of relevant experience on the salary scale
Employer-paid health insurance
PEERS Retirement Plan
No-cost Employee Assistance Program for staff and family
Numerous mentoring and professional development opportunities available
A great life-work balance
Apply online at https://northwestschools.net/jobs
Benefits include:
Competitive Salary
We honor up to 10 years of relevant experience on the salary scale
Employer-paid health insurance
PEERS Retirement Plan
No-cost Employee Assistance Program for staff and family
Numerous mentoring and professional development opportunities available
A great life-work balance
Congratulations to Woodridge Middle School shop teacher Ryan Mueller!
He has been awarded a $500 grant from the Missouri Retired Teachers Foundation to support his classroom unit on injection molding and manufacturing.
He has been awarded a $500 grant from the Missouri Retired Teachers Foundation to support his classroom unit on injection molding and manufacturing.
Join us for the Open House of Northwest High School’s brand-new multipurpose addition!
Stop by anytime between 8:30 a.m. and noon on Saturday, August 16, 2025, to explore the new space and take a guided tour. We can’t wait to show you what’s new at NHS
Stop by anytime between 8:30 a.m. and noon on Saturday, August 16, 2025, to explore the new space and take a guided tour. We can’t wait to show you what’s new at NHS
The Northwest R-I School District is in need of a third grade teacher for Maple Grove Elementary School, located on the western border of our district in Dittmer, MO. Apply online at https://northwestschools.net/jobs
Benefits include:
First-Year Teacher Base Salary: $43,500
Experienced Teachers: We honor up to 10 years of experience on the salary scale
Employer-paid health insurance
Late-Start Wednesdays to support teacher professional development
No-cost Employee Assistance Program for staff and family
Numerous mentoring and professional development opportunities available
A great life-work balance
Benefits include:
First-Year Teacher Base Salary: $43,500
Experienced Teachers: We honor up to 10 years of experience on the salary scale
Employer-paid health insurance
Late-Start Wednesdays to support teacher professional development
No-cost Employee Assistance Program for staff and family
Numerous mentoring and professional development opportunities available
A great life-work balance
The Northwest R-I School District is in need of a fifth grade teacher for Murphy Elementary School, located on the eastern border of our district near Fenton, MO. Apply online at https://northwestschools.net/jobs
Benefits include:
First-Year Teacher Base Salary: $43,500
Experienced Teachers: We honor up to 10 years of experience on the salary scale
Employer-paid health insurance
Late-Start Wednesdays to support teacher professional development
No-cost Employee Assistance Program for staff and family
Numerous mentoring and professional development opportunities available
A great life-work balance
Benefits include:
First-Year Teacher Base Salary: $43,500
Experienced Teachers: We honor up to 10 years of experience on the salary scale
Employer-paid health insurance
Late-Start Wednesdays to support teacher professional development
No-cost Employee Assistance Program for staff and family
Numerous mentoring and professional development opportunities available
A great life-work balance
The Northwest R-I School District has Critical Need Paraprofessional openings at High Ridge Elementary, Woodridge Middle School, and Northwest High School. Apply online at https://northwestschools.net/jobs
Benefits include:
Competitive Salary
We honor up to 10 years of relevant experience on the salary scale
Employer-paid health insurance
PEERS Retirement Plan
No-cost Employee Assistance Program for staff and family
Numerous mentoring and professional development opportunities available
A great life-work balance
Benefits include:
Competitive Salary
We honor up to 10 years of relevant experience on the salary scale
Employer-paid health insurance
PEERS Retirement Plan
No-cost Employee Assistance Program for staff and family
Numerous mentoring and professional development opportunities available
A great life-work balance
INCOMING FRESHMEN: Don't forget that TOMORROW is the Freshmen Kickoff, hosted by NHS Lion Crew. The event runs from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Students should be dropped off curbside at doors 2, 3, 4, and 5.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A STUDENT-ONLY EVENT!
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A STUDENT-ONLY EVENT!
INCOMING SENIORS: Don't forget TOMORROW is the Senior Parking Pass Pre-Sale from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. in the main office.
Please make sure to bring your driver's license, license place number, and proof of insurance.
THIS IS FOR INCOMING SENIORS ONLY!
Please make sure to bring your driver's license, license place number, and proof of insurance.
THIS IS FOR INCOMING SENIORS ONLY!
Incoming Freshmen: Only one week until the Freshmen Kickoff on Aug. 1 from 8am - 1 p.m.
Lion Crew student mentors will be there to greet you for campus tours, details about the first week of school, tips and strategies for success as a high school student, plus snacks and fun!
THIS IS A STUDENT-ONLY EVENT!
Lion Crew student mentors will be there to greet you for campus tours, details about the first week of school, tips and strategies for success as a high school student, plus snacks and fun!
THIS IS A STUDENT-ONLY EVENT!
The Upperclassmen Open Campus event is one week from today, Thursday, July 31 from noon to 4 p.m.
Students have the opportunity to purchase parking passes, pick up information about purchasing a yearbook, pay their senior fee, drop off medicine with the school nurse, or take a campus tour (must request in advance).
THIS IS NOT A MANDATORY EVENT.
Students have the opportunity to purchase parking passes, pick up information about purchasing a yearbook, pay their senior fee, drop off medicine with the school nurse, or take a campus tour (must request in advance).
THIS IS NOT A MANDATORY EVENT.
The 2025-26 Free and Reduced Price Meal Application is now available in the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. If you completed an application before July 1, 2025, you must complete another one to be valid for the 2025-26 school year. Should you need a paper copy, you can get it from the Free and Reduced Application page of the district website under "How to Apply". Please complete the application as soon as possible to avoid a gap in benefit coverage/to begin benefits before the first day of school if you qualify.
Completing the Free and Reduced Lunch Application not only allows for free and discounted meals, but it
Allows the district to receive additional funding for student support and services
Allows us to keep class sizes smaller and provide more staffing for programs
May provide discounted college application fees. local scholarships, and tuition assistance for dual credit and AP classes
May provide students with free or reduced costs for ACT, AP and/or SAT tests
Allows the district to receive discounts for educational field trips
For questions regarding the application process or Food Service in general, visit https://www.northwestschools.net/page/free-and-reduced-application. You can also call Food Service Administrative Assistant Christina Carden at 636-677-3473 x 21126 or email ccarden@northwestschools.net.
Completing the Free and Reduced Lunch Application not only allows for free and discounted meals, but it
Allows the district to receive additional funding for student support and services
Allows us to keep class sizes smaller and provide more staffing for programs
May provide discounted college application fees. local scholarships, and tuition assistance for dual credit and AP classes
May provide students with free or reduced costs for ACT, AP and/or SAT tests
Allows the district to receive discounts for educational field trips
For questions regarding the application process or Food Service in general, visit https://www.northwestschools.net/page/free-and-reduced-application. You can also call Food Service Administrative Assistant Christina Carden at 636-677-3473 x 21126 or email ccarden@northwestschools.net.
We had a great time at the Leader Publications Senior Expo today! Visitors enjoyed a variety of vendor booths, learned from several community agencies, and were treated to entertainment from J.B. Louis and the Legends. Our own Superintendent Dr. Hecktor even joined the fun as a guest Bingo caller!
A big thank you to the Northwest High School Student Council for their outstanding help in making the day such a success!
Congratulations to Kristen Price, Early Childhood Center teacher, Northwest District Teacher of the Year, and now a 2026 Missouri Regional Teacher of the Year!
There are 34 Regional Teachers of the Year who have been selected by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE)to represent their regions in the 2026 Missouri Teacher of the Year Program. The Teacher of the Year program spotlights the positive impact excellent teachers have on their students. The Teacher of the Year selection process began with the nomination of nearly 500 teachers who represented 284 school districts statewide. Next, DESE will announce the semi-finalists for the 2026 Missouri Teacher of the Year award in August.
Congratulations once again, Ms. Kristen! We are SO proud of you!
There are 34 Regional Teachers of the Year who have been selected by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE)to represent their regions in the 2026 Missouri Teacher of the Year Program. The Teacher of the Year program spotlights the positive impact excellent teachers have on their students. The Teacher of the Year selection process began with the nomination of nearly 500 teachers who represented 284 school districts statewide. Next, DESE will announce the semi-finalists for the 2026 Missouri Teacher of the Year award in August.
Congratulations once again, Ms. Kristen! We are SO proud of you!
Have a safe and happy Independence Day, Lion Nation!
School Supply lists for 2025-26 are now available at https://www.northwestschools.net/article/2294044.
The lists are also available on the home page of each school.
Please note that Northwest High School students will receive their supply list for each class on the first day of school.
The lists are also available on the home page of each school.
Please note that Northwest High School students will receive their supply list for each class on the first day of school.
At the June 26, 2025 Northwest R-I Board of Education meeting, Woodridge Middle School principal Dr. Liz Green recognized behavior interventionist Sarah Bouchard for her positive impact and success in working with WMS students.
