Northwest School District

STEM labs are always fun! Mr. Mitchell's third hour science class at Valley Middle School worked through a lab this morning where they made thermometers from canisters, clay, isopropyl alcohol, food coloring, and a straw. Students then placed their thermometers in different temperatures of water for observation.

We took a quick walkthrough of the new House Springs Elementary gym this afternoon. The floor is freshly striped and the center court logo still curing. New bathrooms and sinks are tiled and installed. The natural lighting of the windows helps to brighten the space, while acoustic panels help control the echo normally found in gymnasiums. The section connecting the school to the gym is finished with stairs and a chair lift, ensuring all students have access to the facilities. We can't wait until our students get to use the new facility! This was made possible thanks to the support of our community with the passage of Proposition S in April 2023. Thank you!

Congratulations to Northwest High School senior Jack Walker! He has been selected as a National Merit Semifinalist.

Over 1.3 million juniors in about 20,000 high schools entered the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program by taking the 2024 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, which served as the initial screening for the honor.

Jack has also achieved a perfect ACT score of 36. We are proud of Jack for his hard work and commitment to his studies!

Northwest enrollment has increased since the first day of school, and we are excited to have the chance to add another Kindergarten teacher to the High Ridge Elementary family. Apply online at https://northwestschools.net/jobs Our benefits include: First-Year Teacher Base Salary: $43,500, honoring up to 10 years of experience on the salary scale for experienced teachers 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 for all teachers and staff A great life-work balance

The Northwest R-I School District has Critical Need Paraprofessional openings at Cedar Springs Elementary and the Northwest Early Childhood Center.
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

It’s the third day of school, and progress continues on the new Fine Arts addition at Valley Middle! Crews are busy this morning installing the air and water barrier panels on the building’s exterior.

The Northwest R-I School District has a job opening for a Registered Nurse to serve both Maple Grove Elementary and the Northwest Early Childhood Center. Apply online at https://northwestschools.net/jobs

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!

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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!

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!

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!