Let's all congratulate our #SupportStaffSuperstar of the week, school support interventionist Sarah Kennon from Maple Grove Elementary School! MGE principal Aubrey Bauer said of Mrs. Kennon, "She works tirelessly to ensure every child has the opportunity to be in the classroom and thrive, both academically and personally." Thank you for all you do for our students and staff, Mrs. Kennon!
It's Principal and Assistant Principal Appreciation Day! Today we celebrate the incredible leadership, dedication, and heart our principals and assistant principals bring to our schools each day. Thank you for your leadership, support, and making our schools a great place to learn and work. Your impact reaches beyond the classroom!
Congratulations to Murphy Elementary School second grade teacher Sydney Casey, this week's #TeacherProudTuesday honoree! MES principal Gretchen Gorgal said "When you walk into her classroom, you see students actively engaged as Mrs. Casey is facilitating their learning with passion and enthusiasm." Thank you for everything you do for our students, Mrs. Casey!
We are ONE WEEK away from the deadline to register for Summer School and the 2025-26 school year! Summer School is scheduled for June 2-30, 2025.
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. 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/OLR to register.
What a difference a day makes on the Valley Middle School Fine Arts addition:
How it started yesterday.
How it's going today.
Join us this Saturday, April 26 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Northwest Early Childhood Center (6180 Highway MM in House Springs) for the annual District Art Show.
The District Art Show features a variety of artwork from talented Northwest students of all grade levels. Admission is free, and all are welcome. We hope to see you there!
Congratulations to Brian Beckler, custodian at Brennan Woods Elementary and this week's #SupportStaffSuperstar honoree ! BWE principal Annie Hammond said, "His positive attitude and commitment to supporting staff and students truly make a difference at BWE." Congratulations, and thank you for all you do, Mr. Brian!
Today is Administrative Assistant Appreciation Day, where we celebrate our amazing administrative assistants who keep everything running smoothly. Your behind-the-scenes magic keeps our district running smoothly. Thank you for all you do for our students, staff, and families!
A bonus post to honor our Special Olympians, who competed today at Desoto High School. It was a beautiful day and an amazing time for everyone involved!
We had a fantastic time today as Northwest students took to the field to show off their talent and determination at the Jefferson County Special Olympics at Desoto High School. We are proud of every single competitor out there giving it their all. Congratulations to these incredible athletes!!
Fifth grade families are invited to join us tonight from 5-7 p.m. at Woodridge Middle School for Instrument Rental Night! Explore different instruments and receive expert guidance to set them up for musical success! We'll see you there!
This week's #TeacherProudTuesday honoree is Woodridge Middle School English Language Arts teacher Roseanne Snodgrass!
Dr. Liz Green, principal at WMS, said "She is meticulous about teaching well-prepared lessons and she understands the needs of the learners in her classroom. She is a dependable colleague and a trusted confidante for students." Thank you for everything you do for our students, Mrs. Snodgrass!
At the April 17, 2025, Board of Education meeting, Northwest High School Principal Dr. Stella Viehland recognized the excellence of the NHS World Languages Department.
We want to congratulate and welcome Andy Williams on his election to the Northwest R-I Board of Education. We look forward to the insight and leadership he will bring to the role. We also want to congratulate Gary Bonacker on his re-election to the Board of Education, and thank him for his continued service and commitment to our district.
At tonight's meeting, the Northwest R-I School District Board of Education recognized the Northwest High School Student Council for winning the Honor Council Gold Award from the Honor Council Committee of the Missouri Association of Student Councils. Only 66 student councils across Missouri earned this award. The advisors for the NHS Student Council are Dan Durso and Morgan Siebert.
The Board also recognized seniors Lillian Hardesty, Madison Mauzy, and Riley Schwantner. These three students have earned the Distinguished Student Leader Award from the Missouri Association of Student Councils. This honor recognizes students who demonstrate superior student council leadership skills and knowledge based on MASC criteria and evaluation procedures.
These group and individual awards are a testament to the positive impact our student leaders have on our school
culture and community.
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 the Northwest Alumni Association.
High Ridge Elementary School held their Leadership Day today. Students took pride in showing families the progress they have made this year. Synergy was the theme toward the end of the day, as several classrooms worked in teams, including parents and guardians, on building marshmallow towers and how they incorporate the 7 Habits into their work.
This week's #SupportStaffSuperstar is Woodridge Middle School administrative assistant Heather Pond! WMS principal Dr. Liz Green said of Mrs., Pond, "She is detail-oriented and efficient at her job, but most importantly, she brings an energy to our school that without, we would be lost." Thank you for all you do for the students and staff at Woodridge, Mrs. Pond!
Is your 5th grade student interested in joining the middle school band next year? Not sure which instrument is the best fit?
Join us next week 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!
Congratulations to this week's #TeacherProudTuesday honoree, Jerilee Banks, second grade teacher at High Ridge Elementary. HRE pincipal Heidi Mackey said "HRE is fortunate to have her educate our students....Jerilee will always find a path to student success!" Thank you for all you do for our students, Mrs. Banks!
