Northwest ISD's newsletter for families and the community
April 15, 2021
NISD Updates Health and Safety Protocols
Masks Optional Outdoors, Facilities to Operate at Full Capacity
Superintendent Ryder Warren announced updates to the NISD COVID Health and Safety protocols during the Facebook Live update last night. The changes take effect after school tomorrow, Friday, April 16.
MASKS 
  • Masks are required while indoors. 
  • Masks are optional for outdoor activities.
  • NISD recommends students, staff and visitors practice social distancing to minimize the risk of exposure when not wearing masks for outdoor events and other settings. 

MEETINGS, EVENTS AND AWARD CEREMONIES 
  • In-person staff meetings can resume.
  • Everyone is required to wear a mask; social distancing should be practiced as much as possible; and food is not allowed. 
  • In-person award ceremonies and class meetings can resume for students and staff.
  • Students and staff are required to wear a mask; social distancing should be practiced as much as possible; and food is not allowed. 
  • Student and staff awards can be handed to individuals as long as there is no direct physical contact (ie. handshaking, hugging, etc.). 
  • Guests are not permitted on campus during the school day. This includes award ceremonies. 
  • All campus pep rallies can resume at the campus stadium with social distancing practices in place. 

VOLUNTEERS 
  • Two (2) approved PTA volunteers per campus will be allowed to volunteer on campus during the school day.
  • Volunteers will need to complete the QR screening code before entering the building. 
  • No additional visitors will be allowed on campus during the school day. 
  • NISD students and staff can be used to support campus activities on other campuses when applicable (field day, senior walk, etc.). 
  • Masks are required while indoors. Masks are optional for outdoor activities. 
MASKS 
  • Masks are required while indoors. 
  • Masks are optional for outdoor activities.
  • NISD recommends students, staff and visitors practice social distancing to minimize the risk of exposure when not wearing masks for outdoor events and other settings. 

MEETINGS, EVENTS, BANQUETS AND AWARD CEREMONIES 
  • Spring 2021 Senior Prom Guidelines COVID Safety Protocols still apply. 
  • Banquet COVID Safety Protocols still apply. 
  • Campus and district events can return to 100 percent capacity/occupancy of the facility. This includes students, staff, and guests in attendance.
  • Masks are required for all visitors and spectators at all indoor NISD-sponsored and school-sponsored events. 
  • Students and staff are expected to comply with mask requirements established for their indoor events/competitions. 
  • Students performing and/or competing may remove their masks at indoor NISD-sponsored events that occur outside of the school day, if appropriate for public performances and competitions. 
  • Guests in attendance are expected to use the QR code for COVID screening. 
  • In-person staff meetings can resume.
  • Everyone is required to wear a mask; social distancing should be practiced as much as possible; and food is not allowed. 
  • On-campus staff celebrations (retirement parties, wedding/baby showers, etc.) can resume.
  • Everyone is required to wear a mask; social distancing should be practiced as much as possible; and only pre-packaged food can be provided to go. 
  • In-person summer Professional Development at NISD facilities can resume.
  • Everyone is required to wear a mask; social distancing should be practiced as much as possible; and food is not allowed. 
  • Out-of-district Professional Development and in-state travel is no longer restricted due to COVID protocols for students and staff. Out-of-state travel is prohibited. 
  • In-person summer camps, summer school, summer leagues, open gym, etc. will resume and will follow current NISD Safety & Health Protocols. 
Will masks be required at high school graduation?
No. NISD high school graduation ceremonies will take place at NISD stadium, which is outdoors, so masks will be optional.

How many guests can accompany a senior to graduation?
At this time, there is no limit on graduation guests. Campuses will be communicating with seniors to ensure we don't exceed the 100% capacity of the stadium, which is 9,000 seats.

How do these updates affect kindergarten and fifth grade graduation ceremonies?
Campuses are working on plans for these celebrations and will communicate directly with families when plans are in place.

Will there be in-person tours for students who are transitioning to new schools (Pre-K, Kindergarten, 6th graders, 9th graders, etc.)?
Campuses are working on plans to offer in-person tours and will communicate directly with families when plans are in place.

Are banquets allowed to have food and decorations?
At this time, food is not allowed at banquets on campus. Click here for the banquet guidelines.
NISD Opens Middle School Athletic Fields for Community Use
Northwest ISD middle school athletic fields will open for public use beginning this weekend.

The track and field facilities will be available for use outside of school hours during daylight only. No lights will be turned on to minimize costs. Northwest ISD usage takes priority over community use. No animals, golf practice, motorized vehicles, bicycles or skateboards are allowed. 

Organized team play and practice is allowed with prior NISD authorization via a rental or lease agreement.
7 NISD Destination Imagination Teams Advance to Global Competition
Seven teams from Northwest ISD have advanced to the Destination Imagination Global Finals tournament, which will take place virtually this year.
Diana Foster Named Principal of Special Programs Center
The Northwest ISD Board of Trustees approved on Monday the hiring of Diana Foster as principal of the Special Programs Center.

Foster, an educator and leader with 16 years of experience in the local area, will start her new role this summer. She will replace Principal Susan Moore, who is retiring this spring after 18 years in Northwest ISD and 32 years in education.

Currently an assistant principal at Fossil Ridge High School in Keller ISD, Foster spent 13 years as an instructor and leader at the Keller Learning Center, a school very similar to NISD’s Special Programs Center.
16 Student-Athletes Participate in National Signing Day
Several student-athletes from each of Northwest ISD’s three comprehensive high schools – Byron Nelson, Eaton and Northwest – took part in National Signing Day ceremonies on Wednesday signifying their intent to play collegiate sports and continue their academic pursuits.

Kaleth Polanco Pinto, a senior at V.R. Eaton High School, was recognized as the first athlete in district history to advance to the collegiate level in the sport of powerlifting.
Polling Locations Open Monday, April 19
Times Vary by County
Polling locations will be open through Tuesday, April 27 for Early Voting in the May 1 election.
Denton County
POLLING LOCATIONS:
Robson Ranch Clubhouse - Map
Justin Municipal Complex - Map
Northwest ISD Administration Building - Map
Northlake Town Hall - Map
Roanoke Public Library - Map
Trophy Club Town Hall - Map
HOURS:
  • Monday, April 19 - Saturday, April 24: 8 am - 5 pm
  • Sunday, April 25: 11 am - 4 pm
  • Monday, April 26 - Tuesday, April 27: 7 am - 7 pm

Tarrant County
POLLING LOCATIONS:
Golden Triangle Branch Library - Map
Former Haslet Elementary School - Map
Keller Town Hall - Map
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD Admin. Bldg. - Map
Southlake Town Hall - Map
HOURS:
  • Monday, April 19 - Friday, April 23: 8 am - 5 pm
  • Saturday, April 24: 7 am - 7 pm
  • Sunday, April 25: 11 am - 4 pm
  • Monday, April 26 - Tuesday, April 27: 7 am - 7 pm

Wise County
POLLING LOCATIONS:
Aurora City Hall - Map
Newark City Hall - Map
New Fairview City Hall - Map
Rhome Community Center - Map
HOURS:
  • Monday, April 19: 8 am - 5 pm
  • Tuesday, April 20: 7 am - 7 pm
  • Wednesday, April 21 - Friday, April 23: 8 am - 5 pm
  • Monday, April 26: 8 am - 5 pm
  • Tuesday, April 27: 7 am - 7 pm

Community Presentation: Neighbors in NISD
Learn more about the bond proposal in this virtual meeting designed especially for neighbors who may not have children enrolled in school but still want to know about the bond.

Thursday, April 15 from 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Presenters: Eaton High School Principal Stacy Miles and other NISD leaders
Understanding Your May 1 Election Ballot
Here's a look at what you'll see on the May 1 election ballot for the NISD bond proposal.
A Closer Look at Projects in Proposition A
Go behind the scenes in the Northwest ISD network operating center, which provides connectivity to all NISD campuses, and get a look at the technology infrastructure projects included in Proposition A.
Learn more about Safety and Security projects included in the bond proposal, including cameras , access control, and the public address and security notifications system.
Final Opportunity for Secondary Students to Verify Courses Next Week
Students in fifth through 11th grade and their parents/guardians will receive a copy of the student's Course Requests for the 2021-2022 school year next week. This will be one last opportunity to verify courses for next year!

Change requests must be submitted by May 7, 2021.


Emails will be sent according to this schedule:

Tuesday, April 20 — Byron Nelson HS, Steele AHS, Medlin MS and Tidwell MS
Wednesday, April 21 — Eaton HS, Adams MS and Wilson MS
Thursday, April 22 — Northwest HS, Chisholm Trail MS and Gene Pike MS

  • Both the parent and the student will receive the email from no-reply@nisdtx.org.
  • Only the parent's email will contain a link to submit course change requests.
  • Change requests will be received by the student's campus for next year.
  • When the Course Request Verification form is completed, the parent/guardian will receive an automatic email listing the changes requested. Please keep this email for your records.
  • Students who do not have a parent email address in the system will be provided with a printed copy of their Course Request Verification.
Parenting Education Workshops
Helping Our Teens Deal with Stress in Today's World
7 p.m. Tuesday, April 20
Dealing with Stress in the Family
7 p.m. Wednesday, April 21

NISD Bond 2021 News Recap
This week, we shared:
Northwest ISD Election Info
Project Details

Northwest ISD facilities must withstand wear and tear from hundreds of students passing through the halls and working in the classrooms for about eight hours a day for almost 200 days each year. With time, the daily use becomes burdensome on key facility needs, including carpet, flooring, roofs, and HVAC units. Similar to the upkeep of your own home or car, routine maintenance is crucial.

Superintendent Ryder Warren, Ed.D., School Board President Anne Davis-Simpson, Ph.D., School Board Vice President Steve Sprowls, and other NISD leaders answer audience questions regarding the May 2021 bond election.
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