Northwoods News
A Message from Principal Nixon--February 16, 2026
Yearbooks:
Yearbooks for the 2025-26 school year are now on sale! Families may order their copy online at www.strawbridge.net using the code: YB31041. The last day to pre-order a yearbook is March 31st.
Book Fair:
The Scholastic Book Fair returns to Northwoods March 9th-13th! All sales directly benefit the Northwoods Media Center, providing funds for new books and supplies. Volunteers are needed! Sign up here for a date/time to assist. More Book Fair details will be provided in the coming weeks.
Spirit Week 9th - 13th:
Our next spirit week is March 9th - 13th. Please see the flyer below for more information.
Valentine's Day Candy & Toys:
To help limit distractions and avoid potential issues, I ask that you please leave all Valentine's Day candy and toys that your child receives today at home. Please remember, candy is not an appropriate school-time snack. Also, I ask that any toys/fidgets students receive remain at home.
2nd Grade IOWA Testing:
Students who scored at or above the 85th percentile on the CogAT assessment will be invited to take the IOWA assessment. Permission forms will be sent home this week for qualifying students. The IOWA assessment is split into two parts for reading and math. The math portion will be administered on March 2nd and the reading assessment will be given on March 4th.
Single-Subject Acceleration Testing:
SSA testing will begin on March 18th and will continue through March 27th. This is only applicable for students who were nominated for SSA during the nomination window.
West Cary Middle School Curriculum Night:
Families of rising 6th graders are invited to attend West Cary's annual Curriculum Night on March 5th from 5:30-7:30 PM. This is a great opportunity to meet teachers, learn more about the sixth grade curriculum, and explore different elective options. For more information, please use the link below to access the event flyer.
2026-2027 Kindergarten Registration:
Kindergarten registration for the 2026-27 school year is now open! To qualify for kindergarten enrollment, children must turn 5 years old on/before August 31, 2026. To register your child, please visit https://www.wcpss.net/enroll.
Moving/Transferring Students:
If you and your family are planning to change addresses, please make sure that our Data Manager, Crystal Hartzell, knows at least one week prior to the effective move date. You may contact her at chartzell@wcpss.net.
Recess in the Garden:
Recess in the Garden begins in March and we need help! Recess in the Garden involves volunteers leading students through basic activities like weeding, watering, planting and harvesting. All training and materials are provided. No deep knowledge of gardening needed! If you are willing to commit one hour once a week to help our garden thrive, please contact Garden Coordinator Carol Clark at koaltygarden@gmail.com or 830-708-7817.
We need your feedback! PTA Mural Project:
The PTA is planning a mural for the newly rebuilt concrete wall, located outside near the walker exit. Please use the link below to view the potential design options and vote for your favorite. Have a different idea? Please share!
Volunteers Needed!:
The PTA urgently needs volunteers to fill board positions for the '26/'27 school year. Our PTA cannot function without dedicated parents like you! Please consider stepping into one of the soon-to-be-open roles listed on this Google form.
The Spirit Wear Store is Open!:
https://stores.inksoft.com/NorthwoodsElementarySchool/shop/home
The store will remain open year-round with shipping direct to shopper.
Dave & Busters Promotion:
Dave & Buster’s is teaming up with our PTA to support Northwoods! For every $20 game card purchased through the link below, our school earns $10. Game cards can be used at any Dave & Buster’s location. This fundraiser runs now through April 7.
Order Link: https://grouprai.se/davebusters67287s
Join the PTA!
Interested in joining the PTA? Please our memberhub site:
Mel's Garden
There are lots of opportunities to help with our garden. For more information, please visit:
Volunteer with the PTA!
Interested in volunteering with the PTA! We'd love to have your help! To learn more about opportunities or to get started, Contact the PTA VP of Volunteers, at NorthwoodsMembership@gmail.com.