ENG 2025-26 Family Update No. 9
November 13, 2025
Dear Northfield Public Schools Families:
Our nation observes American Education Week from November 17-21. Public education is crucial to our nation’s success!
I would like to thank our dedicated team of educators, who work diligently each day to fulfill our vision of preparing students for lifelong success by developing critical thinkers who are curious and ready to engage in society.
I would also like to acknowledge the questions I have received regarding how the school district would respond to federal immigration agents on our campuses. The protocols remain the same as those described in 2024-25 Family Update No. 18.
First and foremost, we will support our students and prioritize their feelings of being valued and safe at school. Although it would be unusual for federal immigration agents to conduct enforcement exercises at a school, the district follows a standard protocol to respond to any outside agency seeking to access our campuses.
As always, do not hesitate to contact me with feedback or questions about the school district. Thank you for your continued partnership as we work together to do good things for kids.
Sincerely,
Matt
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Matt Hillmann, Ed.D.
Superintendent
mhillmann@northfieldschools.org | 507-663-0629
Bridgewater Elementary students learn about service dogs for veterans as part of their Veterans Day celebration.
Veterans attend the program at Bridgewater Elementary.
Students at Spring Creek Elementary honor veterans during their Veterans Day Luncheon.
Local veteran Bruce Stowe speaks during the program at Northfield Middle School.
Veterans attend the luncheon at Spring Creek Elementary.
Students at Greenvale Park Elementary create the American Flag by holding up paper plates.
Congratulations to School Board Clerk Amy Goerwitz, who has been named to the Minnesota School Board Association’s (MSBA) All-State School Board. Selection to the All-State School Board is based on a board member’s exemplary leadership, service, and commitment to advancing public education. This annual award is given to a select group of distinguished board members in Minnesota each year to recognize their outstanding service. Amy will be honored at the MSBA’s annual leadership conference in January.
At Northfield Public Schools, we value our strong community partnerships. To better connect families with local events and resources, we've created a community events newsletter. This newsletter is linked to our district newsletters, making it easy for families to stay informed about upcoming opportunities and important community resources.
This week's newsletter includes information about the NHS Theater Department’s fall play; Operation Joy; the Chamber’s Holiday Passport program; Rice County Food Assistance resources and more!
