NHS Raider Update

February is designated as Black History Month. This is a great opportunity to celebrate the achievements, contributions, and history of African Americans. The theme for Black History Month 2025 is, African Americans and Labor, focusing on the significant contributions of Black people to the workforce throughout history

Black History Month Resource

If there is a need to be absent, please call 507-663-0616 or use the NHS Student Absence Form. The link for attendance reporting is also be linked on the NHS website. If your student is ill, please provide symptoms within your message. This is a 24-hour voicemail system. Thank you!

Electives Showcase was held during Raider Time for grades 9-11 this week. You can view the Google Slides here. Students used a game board to help them engage, reflect and respond. Next week, all 9-11 grade students will complete the course request process! We will have Raider Time next Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday to complete the course request process for 2025-26!

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Senior Families,

Don't forget to purchase and design a special senior ad. Ad sales close February 13th. Scroll through all those adorable baby and little kid photos and design an ad with your favorites. Follow the link below or scan the QR code in the graphic to get started.

http://www.jostens.com/apps/jcom/router.mvc?code=YRBK&affiliateId=1062320.

Don't Forget to Order Your Yearbook

Follow the link below to order your yearbook. We will have a very small number of extra books available for purchase when they are delivered in the spring, so order your book today to guarantee your copy.

https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1062320/Northfield-High-School/2025-Yearbook/2024071204293028060/CATALOG_SHOP/

Hook up with the HS Bass Fishing Team this summer, and unleash your inner angler. Offered in partnership with Northfield High School; the Cannon River Outdoors Club; and Community Education, this fun and experiential program will deliver significant outcomes.

Combining hands-on learning from your boat captain with competitive tournaments (3 MN HS BASS Tournaments, MN Regional; State; and National qualifiers; a virtual and SATT Fishing League, and MN HS Muskie Tournaments), you will acquire an understanding of lake navigation; gain knowledge around fish habitat; practice with a variety of lures; rods; reels; and fishing techniques, and build confidence; friendships; and a lasting connection with your boat captain.

Registration fee includes membership to Minnesota Junior B.A.S.S. Nation and all tournament entries. Anglers must purchase a membership for Bass Masters ($10) once they are on the team. Further information regarding training and tournament dates, etc. will be available at the informational meeting Monday, February 3, at 7 pm in the high school auditorium.

Registration deadline: Friday, Feb. 14. Adults with boats are needed as boat captains.

Please contact Craig Johnson if interested (cjohnson@northfieldschools.org, 507-581-0311)

https://northfieldschools.ce.eleyo.com/course/1648/winter-spring-2025/bass-fishing-team

10 NHS seniors will be participating in Rotary's Exchange Program next year. Of the 28 students that North Star sends abroad, 10 are from NHS. NHS students have all been assigned countries ranging from Australia, to India, to Belgium, to Estonia.

If you are interested in participating in the Parents as Partners on Monday, February 3rd, click here.

February 3rd Session: Dual credit opportunities and how to access these opportunities for NHS students, (Advanced Placement (AP), Concurrent Enrollment and PSEO).

Future PAP sessions will be as follows:

• April 7: Financing my student's future and other topics selected by

Knowledge Bowl, as an activity, is the closest thing to a game show in high school extracurriculars. In Knowledge Bowl, 3 teams of 4 people compete to answer questions on everything from the ideal gas law to Taylor Swift.

Knowledge Bowl is an incredibly fun activity, it’s competitive, high energy, exciting, and meaningful. Knowledge bowl equips students with the ability to learn a wide range of topics, and a love of learning. Being on a team and taking part in traditions helps bring our unique community together. And it does not hurt that Northfield has an incredible record, going to state practically every year.

The Minnesota FFA Foundation is pleased to announce the presentation of the official FFA jacket to members of the Northfield FFA Chapter. Tara Alaniz, Rowan Kuennen, and Molly Albers have been selected and receive their own jackets. The jacket is a symbol of tradition and pride for those who have worn the official FFA jacket. Many past members have sponsored jackets, but it’s not uncommon for individuals and companies to sponsor jackets because they appreciate what the organization does to develop young leaders,” says Val Aarsvold, Minnesota FFA Foundation Executive Director.

The Northfield FFA & Minnesota FFA Foundation wishes to thank the sponsors of the Blue Jackets

Bright Futures program this year. The sponsors of this program are what make it possible for our FFA students to have a successful experience with FFA! Thank you for making a difference in the lives of a student.

Dear NHS Staff, Students and Families,

It is hard to believe we've entered the second half of the school year! Our winter activity seasons are approaching the post season and 2nd semester is in full swing. Midterm for 3rd quarter is February 21st. NHS reimagine core planning team has been on tours of other high schools to gather ideas to apply to our high school facility design. While this work is incredibly important, we're also beginning the work of budget prioritization for the coming year. Balancing the reimagine building project planning with current budget challenges will require us to take a big picture view. Planning for the future and addressing immediate budget concerns can both be true at the same time. We will do these important tasks together keeping our focus on ensuring our students receive a quality learning experience.

We will continue to work hard to create, support and nurture a culture of leadership and excellence at NHS. Please reach out to teachers, counselors and administration if you have questions or concerns.

Sincerely,

Shane Baier

NHS Principal

On Tuesday, March 11th, our 11th grade students will participate in a testing day at NHS. Students have already committed to taking the ACT, Accuplacer, or ASVAB assessment. See descriptions of each below. Because the deadline has passed, students cannot change their testing choice. 11th grade students will arrive at school at the normal time. More details to come.

All students in grades 9, 10, and 12 will participate in an e-learning day . Teachers will take roll call (virtually) during 6th period at 1:00 pm. Teachers will post their lessons on Schoology.

Another week of growth! Between the two classrooms, the goals is to release over 400 Trout in the Little Cannon River in April.

Craig Johnson, Biology Teacher, has participated in the Classroom Trout Program for many years. This year, he is collaborating with TJ Austin, Fish, Wildlife and Forestry Teacher. They each have the equipment in their respective classrooms to support the project. Interested students in each classroom will help support this journey. If you have questions, email Craig Johnson at cjohnson@northfieldschools.org or TJ Austin at taustin@northfieldschools.org. We will provide a weekly update on progress between now and the Trout release date.