We dropped by Northwest High School this morning, where our summer school art students were hard at work on a variety of creative projects, including learning about typography to handmade journals.
Summer School has started!
We stopped by High Ridge Elementary this morning to welcome students kicking off a month of learning, and fun. Let’s make it a great summer!
Today, let's take a moment to remember and honor our heroes.
We are looking for a Speech Language Pathologist for Maple Grove Elementary School, located in Dittmer, MO.
First-Year SLP Base Salary: $54,656, and we offer up to 10 years on the salary scale for experienced SLPs.
Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree or higher and the appropriate certification from the State of Missouri.
Apply online at https://www.northwestschools.net/jobs
Benefits include:
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 High School Class of 2025 Commencement Ceremony will be live streamed on The Family Arena YouTube page on May 21, 2025 at 7 p.m.
Watch the ceremony live at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WcAr-XkbXaM
Today is Speech Pathologist Appreciation Day! We are grateful for the work our SLPs do for our students to improve their speech, language, and overall communication skills. Your work is vital, and it is appreciated. Thank you for all you do!
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 Backstoppers.
Northwest is in search of a teacher for our high school PRIDE Academy, located at our newly renovated Cedar Hill Intermediate campus in Cedar Hill, MO. The right candidate will be willing to work with high school students. They should have an open mind, caring heart, and flexible attitude.
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 for all teachers and staff.
A great life-work balance
Congratulations to Tim Robley, custodian at High Ridge Elementary and this week's nominee as our #SupportStaffSuperstar! HRE principal Heidi Mackey said "Tim has a big heart for HRE. We are grateful for him!" Congratulations, Mr. Tim, and thank you for all you do at High Ridge Elementary!
We had a wonderful time at High Ridge Elementary this morning for Northwest Senior Breakfast. Members of the Class of 2025 that attended HRE come back right before graduation to visit with their elementary teachers, explore the school, and have a good breakfast. The Senior Breakfast is a long-standing tradition and is held annually at each elementary school.
We had a wonderful time at High Ridge Elementary this morning for Northwest Senior Breakfast. Members of the Class of 2025 that attended HRE come back right before graduation to visit with their elementary teachers, explore the school, and have a good breakfast. The Senior Breakfast is a long-standing tradition and is held annually at each elementary school.
Congratulations to Mike White, science teacher at Northwest High School. He is this week's #TeacherProudTuesday honoree! NHS principal Dr. Stella Viehland said of Mr. White, "He is a patient-problem solver who helps everyone in the building." Congratulations, and thank you for all that you do, Mr. White!
Happy Mother's Day to all the amazing moms of Lion Nation!
At Murphy Elementary, Mrs. King's class is utilizing technology to become better readers. They are listening to the book on their Chromebooks while reading along in a physical copy of the book. By doing this, it aids in increasing their reading fluency.
We stopped by Woodridge Middle School this morning, where MAP testing is going strong and classroom learning never stops. For example, in Mr. Cathcart's class, students were diligently working on packets about the moon and its phases.
What does it take to plan a city? Our 4th and 5th grade CATS students found out as they created their own box cities. They learned about zoning, architecture, sustainability, and city layouts. From touring Washington, MO to filing building permits and designing unique structures, students became city planners and architects, gaining a whole new appreciation for how communities are built and thrive. Last night, they showcased their work and what they learned for their families.
Yesterday was College Signing Day at Northwest High School. These nine athletes have signed letters of intent to continue their athletic careers in college.
Congratulations to:
Rose Consolino, Jefferson College Softball
Chase Dodge., Waldorf University Baseball
Sydney Francis, Maryville University Dance
Matthew Johnson, Missouri Baptist University Volleyball
Wes Knuckles, Missouri Baptist University Football
Amelia Lawrence., Southeast Missouri State Soccer
Lyla Lehnhoff, Maryville University Stunt
Raegan Shelton, Missouri Valley Lacrosse
Jack Walton, Drury University Shotgun
This year, our 3rd and 4th grade CATS students “traveled” to Australia! They explored geography, learned fun vocabulary, discovered Aboriginal culture and Dreamtime stories, created artwork, and built 3D animal habitats, including a Great Barrier Reef! From maps to Aussie slang to learning about Australian Rules Football, everyone learned a lot and had a wonderful time showcasing what they learned to their families..
Yesterday, we held our annual retiree luncheon at Brennan Woods Elementary. Lots of conversation, hugs, and smiles were had, along with an incredible lunch by Chef Tori and the crew from our food service provider SFE. Cub Scouts from Brennan Woods presented the Colors, and BWE students provided the musical entertainment.
Thank you to all who attended! We loved seeing you, and are looking forward to next year already!
It's Nurse and Health Room Assistant Appreciation Day! THANK YOU for keeping our students (and staff) healthy and safe every day. From scraped knees to stomach aches to influenza and more, our school nurses and health room assistants do it all with kindness and professionalism. Today and every day, we appreciate you and all you do for the Northwest community!
