Poster Credit: Carrie Krupke, MS Band & HS Photography Teacher |
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World Class Schools for Our Students |
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Warriors,
We made it. One week into our school year and we navigated through some pretty amazing obstacles. Knowing well the heart and spirit of our staff and students, it doesn't surprise me one bit that we were able to navigate through what may have been the most interesting and challenging start to a school year Norwalk Schools has ever experienced. We made it through as ONE!
I wanted to take this opportunity to thank all the local organizations and community members who have graciously stepped up to help Norwalk Schools make the start of this year as successful as possible. Thank you to City State Bank for providing breakfast bags for our staff on their first day. Thank you to Norwalk resident and grandparent, Michelle McClure, who generously donated 700 handmade masks for our students and staff this year! Thank you to the Norwalk Iowa Rotary and Women of Norwalk for purchasing and donating masks for all of our buildings. Additionally, the District will also be receiving funds from The 100 Men of Norwalk to purchase PPE that will help keep our staff safe at work. To everyone who has reached out to help, we are so thankful and in awe of your generosity!
I’d also like to thank our parents and families for their patience as we work through new and sometimes challenging ways of reaching our students. I know that the first week of school wasn't easy, but I can without a doubt guarantee you that our staff is dedicated to making sure both our in-person and virtual students are receiving the best Norwalk Schools can offer in these extraordinary times.
Please note that the board will meet (in-person) at the Eastview Cafeteria - the meeting will be streamed via Google Meet & Livestream.
Yours in service,
D.T. Magee, Superintendent
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Orchard Hills Elementary staff take a photo with their breakfast bags provided by City State Bank. |
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Norwalk resident and grandparent, Michelle McClure donates 700 handmade masks for our students and staff. |
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Norwalk Iowa Rotary and the Women of Norwalk donate homemade and purchased masks for each school building this year. |
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NCSD Athletic and Activities UPDATE |
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Greetings from the Norwalk High School Athletic / Activities Office
Warrior Fans,
As we kick off the 2020-2021 school year, the NHS Athletic / Activities Office would like to update fans on our newly developed Fall Athletic and Activity Guidelines for scheduled athletic events at Warrior Stadium as well as our indoor facilities. Those guidelines are linked below. The most significant issue for everyone to know is that all tickets purchased for admission this year will be sold online for both MS and HS events.
New Fall Attendance Guidelines for Activities and Athletics
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Fall 2020 Activities & Athletics Ticket Purchase Information
Tickets sold for admission to all home Norwalk Middle School and High School athletic and activities events this fall will be required to be purchased online. Links to purchase tickets can be found on the “Online Purchasing” tab in the Athletic / Activities website. http://norwalkwarriors.org
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State Baseball Photo courtesy of Lynda Dunn Downs |
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Norwalk Athletic & Activities Booster Club
by Aanna Hoch
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The Norwalk Athletic Booster Club (NABC) is a strong organization with a rich tradition in Norwalk. We are a fiscally responsible and mission focused group. Through membership dues, annual fund raisers, robust concession sales and gifts in kind, the Athletic boosters are able to generously give back to all athletic programs at both the middle school and high school levels. Just this past year we gave nearly $50,000 in the form of equipment, gear, uniforms and other functional items to make the athletic experience a memorable one for all athletes and coaches.
The Athletic Booster Club isn’t just for parents of high school aged student athletes. If you’re a parent of a middle school student, grandparent of a first grader, an aunt or uncle, sister or brother, alumni, business owner – whoever you are – you are invited to join! We have opportunities for you to provide insight, volunteer your time at games or meets, and take part in the planning of upcoming events. We can do even more with your membership and participation.
If you love sports, the great lessons and opportunities they afford all student athletes on and off the playing field, and how athletics can unite a community, then sign up to be a part of the Norwalk Athletic Booster Club today. Onward Norwalk!
Get and stay connected with the NABC:
Snapchat: nabc-beawarrior
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NCSD Nursing Staff Release COVID 20-21 Guideline Information for Parents
Dear Warrior Families,
As you know, the 2020-2021 school year will be different than previous school years and we will be redefining what a “normal” school day looks like. Returning to school in the fall of 2020 poses many new challenges for Norwalk Schools, including implementing mitigation measures (e.g., social distancing, requiring the use of face coverings when social distancing is not possible, increased cleaning and disinfection regimens, increased education on health hygiene, practices, etc.), addressing social, emotional, and mental health needs of both students and staff, preparing for the probability of COVID-19 cases in the school community, just to name a few. As always, our main goal is to protect the health, safety, and well being of our students and staff as we prepare to educate students this fall. As said many times, this is a fluid and flexible situation that can change at any point. We will continue to take direction from the CDC, Iowa Department of Public Health, Warren County Health Services, Iowa Department of Education and other public health agencies.
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For more information regarding COVID monitoring and quarantine information, please visit our school nurses website by clicking on the button below. |
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Get the Facts About Coronavirus |
Symptoms
According to CDC, COVID-19 symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms or combinations of symptoms may have COVID-19:
- Cough
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
Or at least two of these symptoms:
- Fever
- Chills
- Repeated shaking with chills
- Muscle pain
- Headache
- Sore throat
- New loss of taste or smell
Face Covering Information
Students, staff and visitors will be asked to wear face coverings this school year to help reduce the spread of COVID-19.
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NCSD Career Opportunities
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Wifi Access Available for Chromebooks
The Norwalk Community School District is offering free wifi availability for school Chromebooks only, in the NHS west parking lot, stadium, and Middle School parking lot. Wifi access is also available in the McAninch parking lot, the Norwalk Easter Public Library parking lot, Billy O. Phillips Park, and the public swimming pool.
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NCSD Social Media Survey - We'd Love Your Feedback! by Tiffany Redman, Communications Coordinator
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Hello Warriors!
Norwalk CSD Communications would like your feedback regarding our district's social media platforms. We will use this information to help make strategic decisions on what our most effective tools of communication are.
Thank you in advance for taking the time to complete the Norwalk Community School District Social Media Survey! Your input is valued and will support informed decisions on how to best utilize our district's social media accounts.
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