Congratulations to Donya McAteer, Early Childhood Center teacher at Murphy Elementary. She is this week's #TeacherProudTuesday honoree! MES principal Gretchen Gorgal said "Her dedication to fostering a positive, fun, and enriching learning environment for our young children is truly inspiring." Thank you for all you do for our youngest Lions, Ms. Donya!
Lion Nation: Here's a reminder that the Annual Online Registration Update for the 2025-2026 school year and for 2025 K-12 Summer School is open.
All families must complete the online registration by May 2, 2025, to ensure transportation for both 2025 Summer School and the 2025-2026 school year. Summer School is tentatively scheduled for June 2 - June 30, 2025.
If registration is not complete by the deadline, your student will not receive transportation for the first full week of summer school or for the beginning of the 2025-2026 school year.
Please visit the Northwest R-I School website at https://www.northwestschools.net/o/nsd/page/online-enrollment-and-registration.
Congratulations to Northwest Early Childhood Center teacher Kristen Price, the 2025 Northwest R-I District Teacher of the Year!
Welcome back, Lion Nation! We hope you had a fantastic spring break and are ready to finish the school year strong! Just like school, construction on the Valley Middle School addition is in full swing today. Let's make the rest of the school year amazing!
SAVE THE DATE
Is your 5th grade student interested in joining the middle school band next year? Not sure which instrument is the best fit?
Join us for Instrument Rental Night!
April 22, 2025
Woodridge Middle School Gym
5 – 7 p.m.
This event is the perfect opportunity for you and your child to explore different instruments and receive expert guidance to set them up for musical success!
What a difference three days makes, as crews continue to build the new House Springs Elementary gymnasium.
Congratulations to House Springs Elementary art teacher Michelle Howard, who received a National Elementary Art Educator Award from
the National Art Educator Association this afternoon!
Looking for a career that makes a difference?
The Northwest R-I School District is now hiring passionate educators and staff members who want to inspire the next generation! Be part of a supportive community where you can grow and thrive! Apply online today at https://www.northwestschools.net/jobs and bring out the Lion in you!
Base salary for first-year teachers: $43,500. We honor up to 10 years on the salary scale. Employer-paid health insurance. New for 2025-26: $3,500 stipend for qualified special education teachers.
Positions include: Special Education Teachers ,Elementary Teachers, Social Studies Teachers, Industrial Arts Teacher, Physical Education/Health, Science Teacher, Math Teachers, ISS/At Risk Teacher, Alternative Teacher, Business Education Teacher, and Counselor.
It's Spring Break, and there is no better time for you to complete the Annual Online Registration Update for the 2025-2026 school year and for 2025 K-12 Summer School.
All families must complete the online registration by May 2, 2025, to ensure transportation for both 2025 Summer School and the 2025-2026 school year. Summer School is tentatively scheduled for June 2 - June 30, 2025.
If registration is not complete by the deadline, your student will not receive transportation for the first full week of summer school or for the beginning of the 2025-2026 school year.
Please visit the Northwest R-I School website at https://www.northwestschools.net/o/nsd/page/online-enrollment-and-registration.
Northwest R-I School District is seeking certified Special Education teachers to join our team for the 2025-26 school year!
New for 2025-26: A $3,500 stipend for qualified Special Education teachers
Competitive Salary: $43,500 starting base pay
Experience Matters: We honor up to 10 years on the salary scale
Supportive Environment: Professional development, mentorship, and strong district support
Take the next step in your teaching career and make a difference in students’ lives! Apply online today at https://www.northwestschools.net/o/nsd/page/human-resources and bring out the Lion in you!
#SpecialEducationJobs #TeachingJobs #NowHiring #EducationCareers #TeacherOpportunities #MissouriTeachers #SPEDJobs #JoinOurTeam
In light of this evening's impending weather event, this is a reminder to anyone living within a 1/2 mile radius of High Ridge Elementary: The HRE gymnasium is a FEMA-rated storm shelter. The gym is open when a tornado warning is issued.
Pets are not allowed in order to accommodate as many people as possible.
At the March 2025 Board of Education meeting, Murphy Elementary School principal Gretchen Gorgal recognized the Student News Team at Murphy for their excellent work of sharing the great things at MES with their fellow students.
Congratulations to all of these incredible student leaders!
Northwest employees are proud to continue their philanthropic endeavor, “The Northwest Way.” Employees have the opportunity to participate by donating a payroll deduction at an amount they select. This month’s recipient of The Northwest Way donation is Brendan's Friday Backpack.
Congratulations go out to this week's #SupportStaffSuperstar, Amy Kovac, paraprofessional at Cedar Springs Elementary. CSE principal Cynthia Spurgeon said, "Her patience, work ethic, and ability to connect with students make her an invaluable part of our team." Thank you for all you do for our students, Ms. Kovac!
Looking for a career that makes a difference?
Our school district is now hiring passionate educators and staff members who want to inspire the next generation! Be part of a supportive community where you can grow and thrive! Apply online today at https://www.northwestschools.net/o/nsd/page/human-resources and bring out the Lion in you!
Positions include: Special Education Teachers ,Elementary Teachers, Social Studies Teacher, Industrial Arts Teacher, Library Media Specialist, Principal, Assistant Principal.
Base salary: $43,500. We honor up to 10 years on the salary scale. Employer-paid health insurance. New for 2025-26: $3,500 stipend for qualified special education teachers.
We dropped in on Mrs. Meade's 8th grade ELA class for a mock trial based on the Edgar Allen Poe story "The Tell-Tale Heart." Students acted as prosecution, defense, the defendant, judge, jury, and even the bailiff. As mock
trials sometimes go, a verdict has not been reached as of the end of class.
Congratulations go out to Brennan Woods Elementary fourth grade teacher Mindy Iezzi, this week's #TeacherProudTuesday honoree! BWE principal Annie Hammond said, "Mrs. Iezzi's fun personality and positive outlook make our school a brighter place for students and staff alike. She has a unique way of making learning enjoyable, and her enthusiasm is contagious." Thank you for all you do for our students, Mrs. Iezzi!
Thank you to our incredible food service partners, SFE and Southwest Dairy Farmers, for bringing the Mobile Dairy Classroom to House Springs Elementary today!
Mobile classroom teacher Kayler Campbell taught students about dairy as a food group, demonstrated modern milking technology, and introduced everyone to Louise, a Jersey milking cow. What a fun and educational experience!
Today is the first day of Board of Education Appreciation Week! We’re celebrating the incredible individuals who serve on our Board of Education and volunteer their time, energy, and passion to our students, staff, and community. Their leadership helps shape the future of our schools, ensuring a high-quality education for every student.
Join us in saying THANK YOU for their commitment and dedication to excellence and for making a difference each day!
Congratulations to the following students at House Springs Elementary for their inclusion in Fine Arts Week at the Capitol.
HSE student Macey Crostic's artwork was chosen by Senator Mary Elizabeth Coleman to hang in the capitol for the next year.
The following HSE students have their artwork currently on display:
Lawson Britton, Grade 2. Title: Weiner Dog Medium: Crayons, Markers
Elizabeth Del Real, Grade 3. Title: Bear Love Medium: Digital Art
Macey Crostic , Grade 4. Title: Flashlight Discoveries Medium: Colored Pencils, paper
Ella Bono, Grade 5. Title: Artie Medium: Digital Art
Third grade student Kiley Arnold won the Grade 3-5 essay contest from the Missouri Alliance for Arts Education and will be reading a portion of her Art Essay when she receives her award.
Fifth grade student Lyla Miers won the Missouri Alliance for Arts Education Grade 3-5 Content Creator Contest. Her video will be played when she receives her award.
Their art teacher is Michelle Howard.
