Nord News
November 2024
Principal's Message
Dear Nord Families,
December is always a special time filled with excitement, community spirit, and opportunities to celebrate the joy of learning together. I am so proud of our students for their hard work and kindness, our teachers for their dedication and creativity, and our families for their ongoing support and involvement. Together, we’ve created a nurturing environment where our children can grow, thrive, and succeed. As we prepare for the holiday season and a well-deserved winter break, I encourage you to take time to celebrate your child’s growth and achievements.
As a reminder, the Amherst Exempted Village School District will have a two-hour early release for all schools on Friday, December 20th. Walter G. Nord School will begin dismissal at 1:10 pm with walkers and car riders. Busses will depart shortly after and the main office will close at 1:30 pm. School resumes on Tuesday, January 7th.
Thank you for being an integral part of our school community. I wish you and your family a joyful holiday season and a happy, healthy start to the new year.
Happy Holidays,
Mrs. Harigan
Holiday Spirit Week
12 Days of Kindness
The Kindness Crew has been sponsoring "12 Days of Kindness" in the days leading up to Winter Break. Each morning the day's act of kindness is shared on the announcements and displayed on the bulletin board in the main hall. Thank you to our Kindness Crew for helping to spread kindness at Nord!
AEVSD Winter Coat Giveaway
November Comet Impact Awards
School Fees
Please email or call Mrs. Dotson, Financial Secretary, at 440-988-4441 if you would like to set up a payment plan or if you have any questions.
Sora Library
All Amherst students have access to the Sora Library which is a digital shared library that can be accessed from any device 24 hours a day. The Sora Library can be access through the ClassLink Launchpad.
Students may email Mrs. Schwartz with book requests. Please contact Mrs. Schwartz with any questions about this resource.
Reading with the Comets
Mrs. Schwartz is the district's Technology Innovation Specialist and hosts a podcast here at Nord called Reading with the Comets. On this podcast, students talk about books that they love and that they think you should read too. Check out the most recent podcast by clicking here.
Eager Artists
Camp Invention
Second Harvest
Nord PTO
Next Meeting
The next Nord PTO meeting is on Monday, January 13th at 9:00 am at Nord School. If you would like the link to join virtually, please submit this form.
Dine-to-Donate
On the first Wednesday of each month, Nord PTO hosts a Dine-to-Donate fundraiser at a local restaurant. The next Dine-to-Donate fundraiser is on Wednesday, February 5th at Freddy's. Flyers will be sent home with students before the event.
Menus
Important Dates
Monday, December 16th: Wear Red and White
Tuesday, December 17th: Wear Crazy Hair
Wednesday, December 18th: Wear your Best Holiday Accessories
Thursday, December 19th: Wear an Ugly Sweater, Amherst Cinema Walking Field Trips
Friday, December 20th: Wear Pajamas, End of Quarter 2, Comet Impact Q2 Reward Party, Two-hour Early Release
Monday, December 23 - Monday, January 6th: Winter Break
Tuesday, January 7th: Return to School
Monday, January 13th: PTO Meeting, 9 am
Monday, January 20th: No School
Thursday, February 6th: Parent- Teacher Conferences, 3:35pm - 8:35 pm
Monday, February 10th: PTO Meeting, 9 am
Friday, February 14th: No School
Monday, February 17th: No School
Monday, March 10th: PTO meeting, 9am
Wednesday, March 12th: Family First Night
Thursday, March 13th: End of 3rd Quarter
Friday, March 14th: Professional Development Day, No School for Students
Monday, March 31 - Friday, April 4th: Spring Break
Friday, April 11th: Nord PTO Boys Choice Dance, 7 - 9pm
Saturday, April 12th: Nord PTO Girls Choice Dance, 6 - 8pm
Monday, April 14th: ELA 5 OST, Part 1
Tuesday, April 15th: ELA 5 OST, Part 2
Wednesday, April 16th: ELA 4 OST, Part 1
Thursday, April 17th: ELA 4 OST, Part 2
Friday, April 18th: Good Friday, No School
Thursday, April 24th: Science 5 OST, Part 1
Friday, April 25th: Science 5 OST, Part 2
Tuesday, April 29th: Math 5 OST, Part 1
Wednesday, April 30th: Math 5 OST, Part 2
Thursday, May 1st: Math 4 OST , Part 1
Friday, May 2nd: Math 4 OST, Part 2
Specials Calendar
Important Links
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Walter G. Nord School
Email: ashley_harigan@amherstk12.org
Website: https://www.amherstk12.org/schools/nord
Location: 501 Lincoln Street, Amherst, OH, USA
Phone: 440-988-4441
X: @NordPrincipal