Congratulations go out to the students and staff at Cedar Springs Elementary School for being named a 2025 Leader in Me Lighthouse Academic Honor Roll School! This recognition honors schools that not only meet the Lighthouse School Certification, but also demonstrate outstanding academic growth or proficiency.

Congratulations go out to Cedar Springs Elementary art teacher Melanie Robinson, who was named the 2026 Missouri Art Education Association Elementary Art Educator of the Year, grades PreK-5.

Ms. Robinson was chosen based on the standards set by the National Art Education Association, contributions to the Missouri Art Education Association, and the positive impact of art education at CSE and our community.

We're proud of you Ms. Robinson!

It was a day of celebration at CHI today. Congratulations to PRIDE graduate, Piper C., to all of the students who received faculty choice awards, and to Ms. Weindel for winning an NWEA retired teacher grant!

VMS drama students finished up their production season with their third elementary school performance of "Ho, Ho, Ho: The Santa Chronicles" at CSE today. This troupe nailed every cue and had the amazing CSE audience in stitches.

Northwest Valley Middle School bands celebrated the season with a holiday performance tonight, complete with a fan club and a voice over from Mr. DePung.

Beautiful voices at tonight's Woodridge, Valley, and Northwest High School Choirs joint Holiday Concert. These choirs spread the spirit of the season with their joyful voices!

Our Varsity and Junior Varsity Girls Basketball Teams hit the court tonight in an exciting matchup against the Oakville Tigers!

Flipping into the holiday spirit with Pancakes & Santa! Thanks to everyone who joined CSE for an evening of magic, smiles, and maple syrup.

Today, our NHS Future Teachers class visited with Jefferson College students also planning to enter the education field for a holiday celebration of service, fun, and collaboration. Thank you to Dr. Boning and JC future teachers for hosting and mentoring NW future teachers.

CSE Masked Reader event brought so much excitement to our students! From the moment the first mystery guest appeared, the room was filled with curiosity, laughter, and eager guesses. Students were buzzing with energy as they listened closely for clues, trying to match each voice to a familiar teacher or staff member. Events like this remind us of the joy of reading and the power of connection in our school community. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make the experience so memorable for our students—they’re already asking when the next Masked Reader will be!

"Seeing is believing, but sometimes the most real things in the world are the things we can't see." A magical night on the Polar Express at ECC.

WMS/VMS Bragging Rights Games at the HS tonight. Boys' and girls' teams from both buildings leaving it all on the court.

Lion Nation Families, Due to wintery precipitation, the Northwest R-I School District will have an AMI DAY on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. Students received instructions from their teachers for how to work through AMI days Friday and again on Monday. PreK-5 students should check for teacher communications for AMI lessons. Secondary students should check their email and/or Google Classroom for assignments. A decision will be made in the morning about middle and high school activities. Coaches will be in touch with student athletes when a decision has been made.

This week's Support Staff Superstar is Brennan Woods Elementary paraprofessional Mary Boehm. Annie Hammond, principal at BWE said "(Her)caring nature, kindness, and constant support make such a positive impact on our students and staff every day."

Thank you for all you do for our students, Mrs. Boehm, and congratulations for being this week's honoree!

House Springs Elementary invited guest speakers into their building today to present to Student Leader Groups. From Art Leaders to the Green Gardners, students were attentive and respectful as they learned things related to their groups, from drawing cartoons to seeds and flowers!

Thank you to all of our guest speakers and presenters today!

On January 24, 2025, we broke ground on the Valley Middle School Fine Arts addition.
Today, November 19, 2025, Valley Middle School students cut the ribbon to officially open this beautiful new space!

A huge thank you to our community for supporting Proposition S. Your support made this new learning environment possible!

Great night for the Northwest Jamboree to kick off the basketball season.

Tonight, Northwest High School students and staff welcomed 8th students for Future Freshmen Night. Our high school offers so many different ways to explore your interests and find your genius.

It's Teacher Proud Tuesday, and today we are honoring Kim Buckner, special education teacher at Brennan Woods Elementary! BWE principal An