MARCH

As we wrap up the third quarter, it’s hard to believe how quickly the year is flying by! With the snow beginning to melt and signs of spring all around us, our students are entering a season of growth—both inside and outside the classroom. March brings important assessments, giving everyone a chance to show how much they’ve learned and how far they’ve come. We’re proud of their hard work and perseverance, and we encourage families to help students stay rested, positive, and confident. Let’s finish the quarter strong and step into spring ready to shine!

• Dates to Remember
• School Contacts / Clinic - Medical Forms
• PBIS Attendance Raffle Baskets - Winner!
• Field Trip Central - DUE DATES!
• Spirit Week - Spring Fling Dance
• While Out Walking
• Student Drop off / Entry Map
• Stay Connected! - Download the REMIND app
• Student Activities
• Quick Links
• Help Guide / Questions-Concerns

• 3/9 - Tech E Club
• 3/12 - 3rd Quarter Ends
• 3/13 - Records Day - NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS
• 3/16 - Tech E Club
• 3/17 - Marcos Fundraiser - Winning Homeroom gets a Pizza Party!
• 3/20 - Spring Fling Dance - 5-7pm
• 3/24-3/25 - OS Testing - ELA
• 3/25 - Student Council Meeting
• 3/30 - Tech E Club

• April 2nd - Northwood Elementary - Cultural Fair Night
• April 3rd - 10th - SPRING BREAK
• OS Testing Dates - (Math 4/21 & 4/22) - (Science 4/28 & 4/29)

MAIN OFFICE - phone: 440-284-8016 fax: 440-284-1546

For Attendance and General School related inquiries.

• Secretary - Mrs. Jennifer Roy - royjennifer@elyriaschools.org
• Receptionist - Ms. Alena Valles - vallesalena@elyriaschools.org
• Assistant Principal - Mrs. Elizabeth Andrachik - andrachikelizabeth@elyriaschools.org
• 5/6 Principal - Mr. Michael Basinski - basinskimichael@elyriaschools.org
• 7/8 Principal - Mr. Jean Capacetti - capacettijean@elyriaschools.org

SCHOOL COUNSELOR

Mrs. Jill Marzec-marzecjill@elyriaschools.org

For schedule changes, or inquires. 504’s, College Credit Plus, JVS and Ohio State Testing.

SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER - 440-284-8235

Chantille Jackson, MSW, LSW - JacksonChantille@elyriaschools.org

CLINIC - 440-284-8169

Nurse - Mrs. Tara DiFranco - difrancotara@elyriaschools.org

Health Aide - Ms. Megan Altheide - altheidemegan@elyriaschools.org

CLICK HERE for School Nurse Notes - Medical Forms

REGISTRATION/RECORDS - 440-284-8220 / 440-284-8225

For Central Registration questions or concerns.

TRANSPORTATION: GGC BUS of Elyria - 440-284-8030

For any School Bus transportation questions or concerns.

ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT - 440-284-8260

For any student athlete questions or needs.

It’s that exciting time of year again—field trip season!

This is your go-to spot for all the details about our grade-level end-of-year trips. Each grade has its own special destination and trip advisor, who will be your main point of contact for any questions.

Below, you’ll find each grade’s trip information (as we get it), advisor contact details, and PDF attachments with all the important info. We’re looking forward to another great year of learning, laughter, and adventure on these annual trips!

5th - Firelands Scout Reservation - CAMP 5/13 OR 5/15

FORMS DUE 3/12 - Advisors- Mrs.Duffner - Ms. Meyer

6th - COSI - more info TBA - Advisor - Mr.Basinski

7th - Henry Ford/Greenfield Village - TRIP 4/30

FEES DUE 2/18 - Advisor - Mr. Capacetti

8th - Washington DC - TRIP 5/20-5/22

FEES DUE 3/20 - Advisors - Mr. Black - Mr. McGeehen - Mrs. Yearley

Spirit Week starts Monday 3/16 through Friday 3/20.

Spring Fling Dance will take place on 3/20 from 5-7pm.

Tickets will be sold ONLY at the ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL BELL at school.

TICKETS are $5.

We love capturing the excitement of learning each day at Northwood! Here are a few snapshots of our students hard at work, collaborating with classmates, and engaging in their classrooms.

At Northwood Middle, we do our best to ensure that important information is shared with families through as many channels as possible. To help us maintain clear and consistent communication, we ask all parents and guardians to:

• Download the Remind app and join the grade-specific class for your student using the code provided below. This code will follow your student throughout their time at Northwood.

8th-(NMS Class of 2030) Code: @d93c97

7th-(NMS Class of 2031) Code: @278kfcd

6th-(NMS Class of 2032) Code: @bbg7c9

5th-(NMS Class of 2033) Code: @a2e6hdd

• Follow us on Facebook

• Sign up for text message updates for district school closures and urgent announcements. Send a text message saying "Yes" or "Y" to 67587.

• Keep your phone numbers and email addresses up to date in our system.

We understand that papers can get lost in backpacks or buried on kitchen counters, and emails can easily be missed. By using multiple platforms and encouraging families to opt in, we hope to minimize the chances of missing important updates about field trips, fundraisers, after-school activities, spirit weeks, and more.

Northwood offers a variety of clubs, extracurricular activities, and athletic opportunities throughout the school year! Be on the lookout for emails with sign-up dates, meeting times, and advisor contact information. Please note: Students must have their Back-to-School Update completed in order to participate in any club, sport or activity.

Clubs & Activities:

• Academic Challenge – Advisor: Mrs. VK

• Elyria Robotics – Advisor: Mrs. Chachko

• Spelling Bee – Advisors: Mrs. VK & Mrs. Kothe

• Student Council – Advisor: Mrs. Kothe

• Digital Skills Society - Advisor: Mrs. Kothe

• Tech E Club – Advisors: Mrs. Chachko & Mrs. Brillhart

• Theater/Play – Advisor: Mrs. Brown

• A-Capella – Advisor: Mrs. Brown

• WEB (Where Everybody Belongs) – Advisors: Ms. Geschke & Ms. Repas

Athletics (Grades 7 & 8 Only):

• Fall: Volleyball, Football, Cheerleading, Cross Country

• Winter: Boys & Girls Basketball, Wrestling, Cheerleading

• Spring: Track

For athletic-related questions, please contact our Middle School Athletic Director,

Matt Siwierka SiwierkaMathew@elyriaschools.org