Northwood School will remain in Phase 4b next week. Masks will continue to be required indoors. Outside masking when engaged in close contact activities or when returning after isolation or quarantine continues to be recommended but is no longer required.
News from the Art Room
First grade created Valentine's Day hearts showing patterns.
Second grade created winter hats showing texture and patterns.
Third grade created polar bears showing implied texture.
Sixth grade is finishing up their clay cartoon characters.
Seventh grade created pinch pots.
Eighth grade all finished their self portraits and have been finishing up their artist logo project.
Olympic Games Are More Than Just A Game
The 2022 Winter Olympic games are happening in Beijing as you may already know (Beijing is 13 hours ahead if anyone is curious). I personally love the Olympics as there are a plethora of different events with a vast array of countries competing, what is there not to love?!? This year I have noticed more emphasis on personal family history of athletes competing, information about home countries, team unity, preparation, and compassion. An example of this is Mikaela Shiffrin, a very accomplished U.S. skier who talked about a personal family loss and more recently did not finish two of her stronger events. Mikaela, within the last day, shared how much support she has received from fellow Olympians: “I never would've felt that humans could be so kind, said Shiffrin, who told NBC that completing the super-G was a big relief. It's the most surprising thing of my Olympic experience is how kind people have been in the face of my failure, she added. It is failure. It's okay to say that. I am okay with that. And I'm sorry for it, but I also was trying." There is a real opportunity to discuss the humanistic and educational components of these phenomenal athletes with your cherub(s)!
We celebrated the 100th day of Kindergarten on February 10th! We made headbands, did fun activities, and got fancy glasses! We all brought in 100 items from home. We counted by ones, fives and tens! We are proud to say we are 100 days smarter!
Upcoming Events
Northwood School will once again be hosting our own Olympics! Students will participate in fun activities throughout the week, culminating in a fun "closing ceremonies" event on Friday, February 18. Start planning your outfits for dress up days now!
The school's Wellness Committee encourages students to participate in a fun nutrition challenge over February vacation. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Langdon.
The Rapid Response Access Point, more commonly referred to as mobile crisis response, began 1-1-22 with very little fanfare.
Now, for 24/7 crisis support, someone simply calls the statewide Rapid Response Access Point number. This line provides over the phone support and problem solving by clinicians to help resolve a behavioral health crisis!
If the crisis cannot be resolved over the phone, a Mobile Crisis Response Team may be dispatched to wherever the individual is.
Public sessions are free and open to everyone. If the sky is cloudy at sunset, the session is cancelled. Please note there are no restroom facilities at the observatory and the dome is not heated so wear your boots and dress warmly!
