Northwood Elementary News Northwood Elementary News en-us Copyright 2012, Parchment Schools http://www.parchmentschools.org Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:30:19 -0500 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:30:19 -0500 News LKF Marketing CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss/ Parchment Schools Foundation Scholarship Applications Now Available January 22, 2012

Each year, the Parchment Schools Foundation gives academic and career/vocational scholarships to deserving seniors in the Parchment School District.

Now is the time to apply (applications... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=484 News Sun, 22 Jan 2012 12:00:00 -0500 Summer Learning at Northwood Elementary August 15, 2011

Parchment Northwood Elementary's summer... ]]></description> <link>http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=476</link> <category>News</category> <pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2011 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Superintendent Miller Discusses the Governor's Proposed Education Budget</title> <description><![CDATA[ <h2>(excerpt from Kalamazoo Gazette video interview)</h2> <p><b>March 24, 2011</b></p> <p>Parchment superintendent Matthew Miller speaks about Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder's budget and the impact on Parchment schools.</p> <p><a href= http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=455 News Fri, 14 Jan 2011 12:00:00 -0500 Parchment family and bus driver who arranged gifts for them to appear on 'Good Morning America' (as featured in the Kalamazoo Gazette)

January 4, 2011

Source: Chris Fusciardi
Job Title: Kalamazoo Gazette

PARCHMENT - The past two weeks have been one warm surprise after another for the family of Nick and Amanda Riley.

And they have a Parchment School district bus driver to thank.

The... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=454 News Tue, 04 Jan 2011 12:00:00 -0500 Erasing the math divide: Advanced math is standard outside the U.S., so why not here? (as featured in the Kalamazoo Gazette)

December 19, 2010

Source: Julie Mack
Job Title: Kalamazoo Gazette

The following are excerpts from an article originally published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on December 19, 2010.

KALAMAZOO - When Becky O'Bryant attended high school 20 years ago, she needed... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=453 News Sun, 19 Dec 2010 12:00:00 -0500 Girls on the Run November 12, 2010

Sign up now for Girls on the Run! This is a great after-school activity for girl's 3rd-5th grade. Space is limited to 15 girls per team and registration is first come, first served basis. Don't... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=447 News Fri, 12 Nov 2010 12:00:00 -0500 Medications - Northwood June 11, 2010

Students who have medication in the office will need to have their medications picked up on Wednesday. If you have questions, or are unsure if your student has medication to be returned to you,... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=428 News Fri, 11 Jun 2010 12:00:00 -0400 Northwood Field Day and Hot Dog Luncheon June 11, 2010

Don't forget our Field Day is scheduled for Monday morning. Make sure your child wears comfortable clothing and appropriate shoes for running and sporting activities. There is still time to donate... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=177 News Fri, 11 Jun 2010 12:00:00 -0400 Northwood Library Books Due June 11 June 11, 2010

If your student has a library book that was checked out from our school please return it immediately-no later than Tuesday, June 15. Notices have gone home with students who have books out. Please... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=150 News Fri, 11 Jun 2010 12:00:00 -0400 Box Tops For Education Please - we need your help!

June 10, 2010

Don't forget to save Box Tops. Clip Box Tops for Education coupons from hundred of General Mills' products over the summer. Each coupon is worth 10 cents when our school redeems them.

]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=234 News Thu, 10 Jun 2010 12:00:00 -0400 Northwood Book Sale June 3, 2010

There will be a BOOK SALE Friday, June 11th during the lunch hour. All of the gently used books can be purchased for $.25 or $.50! The money raised will be given to the Kalamazoo homeless shelter.... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=422 News Thu, 03 Jun 2010 12:00:00 -0400 Bowl Free All Summer Long May 28, 2010

Eastland Bowl, located at 5570 Gull Road, is offering 2 FREE games of bowling daily for children ages 3-18 all summer NOW until August 31st from 5pm-7pm. Shoe rental not ncluded. Registration is... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=415 News Fri, 28 May 2010 12:00:00 -0400 Northwood Elementary Spring Concert May 21, 2010

WEDNESDAY
Northwood Elementary students perform in their school music concert on Wednesday evening, May 26th, at Parchment High School.

  • Kdg, 1st & 2nd grade perform at 7:00 p.m. ... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=367 News Fri, 21 May 2010 12:00:00 -0400 Head Lice Concerns May 14, 2010

    With the warmer weather we often see an increase in the number of cases of head lice. Please talk with your students about not sharing hats, baseball caps, jackets, combs, etc. Frequent checking at... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=302 News Fri, 14 May 2010 12:00:00 -0400 MAP Testing at Northwood May 14, 2010

    Next week MAP testing will be administered to Northwood students. MAP stands for Measurement of Academic Progress. MAP testing is not a timed test, however, it takes a student approximately an hour... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=395 News Fri, 14 May 2010 12:00:00 -0400 Northwood Girls on the Run Book Drive May 14, 2010

    Need a place for the extra books your child no longer reads? You may still send them to school with your child for the book drive sponsored by Girls on the Run. We have a large box in the office... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=383 News Fri, 14 May 2010 12:00:00 -0400 Smile Train - Northwood May 14, 2010

    Good job, Northwood, for your participation in the Smile Train fundraiser! Overall, the students throughout the school collected $41.46. And, the winning class of the pizza party for raising the... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=396 News Fri, 14 May 2010 12:00:00 -0400 Northwood PTO Meeting May 7, 2010

    Want to be involved at Northwood and share ideas with other Northwood parents? Here's your chance. Come to the next PTO Meeting on Wednesday, May 12th at 6:30 p.m. in the school library. See you there!

    ]]>     http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=389 News Fri, 07 May 2010 12:00:00 -0400     Protect Your Precious Toes May 7, 2010

    If you really love your toes, you would never send them to school in flip-flops or sandals! Students are on the playground before school and during recess. To make the most of their important... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=388 News Fri, 07 May 2010 12:00:00 -0400 Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure May 7, 2010

    Team Hope, formed by our school counselor, Mrs. Nassaney, will consist of staff from Northwood participating in this year's Race for the Cure 5k on Sunday, May 16th. We welcome any parents to join... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=390 News Fri, 07 May 2010 12:00:00 -0400 Friday May 7th is Spirit Day April 30, 2010

    Next Friday, May 7th is Spirit Day - Parchment Pride Day! Show your Parchment Pride Northwood Students!

    ]]>     http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=380 News Fri, 30 Apr 2010 12:00:00 -0400     Mileage Club April 30, 2010

    After spring break, Mr. Bagley started a mileage club during lunch recess for students in 1st-5th grade. Students who choose to walk or jog around the playground get their card stamped after... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=382 News Fri, 30 Apr 2010 12:00:00 -0400 End of Marking Period - Northwood April 9, 2010

    Friday, April 16th is the end of the marking period and will be a ½ day for Northwood students. Kindergarten p.m. students will attend in the morning on that day and ride their regular buses home... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=368 News Fri, 09 Apr 2010 12:00:00 -0400 Kindergarten Round-Up Northwood April 9, 2010

    Packets will be mailed next week to those who have called and requested information. Packets may also be picked up in the office. Kindergarten roundup is scheduled for Wednesday, May 19th. If you... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=348 News Fri, 09 Apr 2010 12:00:00 -0400 Need Room for an Organic Garden? April 9, 2010

    A Northwood Neighborhood family has plots available for rent in their organic community garden just down the street from Northwood Elementary! Plots will be ready soon and are available for $20... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=370 News Fri, 09 Apr 2010 12:00:00 -0400 Northwood Book Fair April 9, 2010

    PTO will be hosting a Buy 1, Get 1 Free Book Fair for four days beginning April 19th.

    ]]>     http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=369 News Fri, 09 Apr 2010 12:00:00 -0400     Northwood Spring Carnival April 9, 2010

    We still need you to volunteer for the Spring Carnival on Friday, April 23rd, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Come and join us for games, cotton candy, popcorn, terrific raffle prizes, face painting and more!

    ]]>     http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=328 News Fri, 09 Apr 2010 12:00:00 -0400     Family Saturday @ The Library March 25, 2010

    Family Saturday @ The Library ~ Parchment Community Library Saturday, April 17, 1:00 - 4:00 pm
    No registration required. Bring the whole family for an afternoon of entertainment! Participants:... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=355 News Thu, 25 Mar 2010 12:00:00 -0400 Lost & Found March 19, 2010

    There are many boxes both in our entryway and in the office filled with articles of clothing left on the bus, the playground and in the hallways so far this school year. If your child is missing an... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=350 News Fri, 19 Mar 2010 12:00:00 -0400 D.A.R.E. Graduation - Northwood March 12, 2010

    D.A.R.E. Graduation - Thursday, March 18th
    Parents of 5th graders are invited to attend their child's DARE graduation at 9 a.m. in the gym on Thursday, March 18th.

    ]]>     http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=343 News Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:00:00 -0500     Northwood Yearbooks March 5, 2010

    Yearbooks are still available!
    Yearbooks have been printed and are for sale in the Northwood office. If you have not already ordered a year book, please consider purchasing one for $6.50. These... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=329 News Fri, 05 Mar 2010 12:00:00 -0500 Preschool and Childcare Enrollment Open at Northwood March 5, 2010

    We are fortunate to have preschool programs for children ages 2 ½ to 5 at Northwood, and are filling slots now for next year's classes. We also have childcare for school aged children for before... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=327 News Fri, 05 Mar 2010 12:00:00 -0500 Coughs, Sniffles, and Sneezes February 19, 2010

    Winter seems to bring a variety of contagious diseases including colds, bronchitis, influenza, strep throat and the stomach flu. We are encouraging children to wash their hands often at school and... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=316 News Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:00:00 -0500 Girl Scouts have started at Northwood February 19, 2010

    Girl Scouts will be meeting in the Northwood Elementary Library on Fridays from 6 to 7:30. If you would like your daughter to be involved, or more information, contact Jackie Williams at 269.532... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=296 News Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:00:00 -0500 Little Caesar's Pizza for Dinner? February 19, 2010

    The Northwood PTO is sponsoring a Little Caesar's Pizza Kit fundraiser to support our Northwood classrooms, events, and field trips. Please consider purchasing some of the dinners or desserts that... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=310 News Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:00:00 -0500 Northwood Conferences February 19, 2010

    Conferences are next week, and will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, and from 8:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m., 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., and from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday. Children will not have... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=311 News Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:00:00 -0500 Pick-Up Procedure February 5, 2010

    Please remember the pick-up procedures for pick-up and drop-off safety at our school. We have recently seen an increase in unsafe behavior in the parking lot before and after school. Parents,... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=294 News Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:00:00 -0500 Girls on the Run Coaches still needed January 15, 2010

    We are still in need of two coaches for our Girls on the Run team this spring. We are so fortunate to have two teams this year, which will help us to serve over 30 girls! If you are interested in... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=278 News Fri, 15 Jan 2010 12:00:00 -0500 Cold Weather Gear January 8, 2010

    Please help your children remember to wear all of their cold weather gear to school. Warm coat, hat, gloves, snow pants and boots! We go outside when weather permits. Call the office if you need... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=271 News Fri, 08 Jan 2010 12:00:00 -0500 Free Family Funday Kalamazoo Institute of Arts

    December 11, 2009

    FREE FAMILY FUNDAY at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts.
    Saturday, December 12; 1-4 p.m.
    'The Art of Warner Bros. Cartoons"
    Join the Opening Celebration!

    • Enjoy hands-on... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=254 News Fri, 11 Dec 2009 12:00:00 -0500 Learn More about Parchment Preschool & Childcare Center August 27, 2009

      Parchment Preschool and Childcare Center is located at Northwood Elementary, 600 Edison St. Our program services children ages 3 (and potty trained) through 12 years of age and offers enrichment... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=198 News Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:00:00 -0400 Northwood PTO Officers Named June 5, 2009

      PTO News

      Congratulations to the new PTO officers for the 2009-2010 school year:

      • President: Maggie Geiger
      • Treasurer: Julie Leh
      • Secretary: Heidi Kovl

      Many... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=185 News Fri, 05 Jun 2009 12:00:00 -0400 Square One Art Has Arrived at Northwood April 24, 2009

      Square One Art has arrived. This will be sent home with kids on Monday April 27th.

      If you do not want artwork sent home call Maggie Geiger (269) 345-7094 to arrange time for pickup.

      ]]>       http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=135 News Fri, 24 Apr 2009 12:00:00 -0400       Upcoming Assessments at Northwood April 24, 2009

      As we head into the final weeks of the school year, there are just a few reminders.

      DIBELS and MAP testing will be starting in the next couple of weeks. These assessments are used not only... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=134 News Fri, 24 Apr 2009 12:00:00 -0400 Nominations Now Accepted for Northwood PTO Officers April 17, 2009

      It is that time of year again and we are accepting nominations for Northwood's PTO officers.

      If you are interested in becoming involved in this great organization, please contact our office... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=115 News Fri, 17 Apr 2009 12:00:00 -0400 Northwood Carnival Seeks Volunteers April 17, 2009

      The Northwood carnival is just around the corner, and we are still looking for volunteers. If you are interested in helping for any portion of time on Friday, May 1st, please contact the school... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=116 News Fri, 17 Apr 2009 12:00:00 -0400 Northwood Elementary Recycles!!! April 17, 2009

      During the month of April, the student council is asking you to bring in any used cell phones, ink cartridges, laptops, I pods, digital cameras, and digital video cameras.

      Even if they are... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=117 News Fri, 17 Apr 2009 12:00:00 -0400 Northwood Scholastic Book Fair April 17, 2009

      Please join us for the Scholastic Book Fair next week, April 20th- 24th.

      There will be a "buy one, get one free" sale
      so that you can make the most of your dollars, and find great... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=114 News Fri, 17 Apr 2009 12:00:00 -0400 No Girls on the Run Practice During Spring Break April 3, 2009

      Just a reminder that there will be NO practices for Girls on the Run teams on the half-days or over the spring break. Practices will resume on Monday, April 13.

      ]]>       http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=101 News Fri, 03 Apr 2009 12:00:00 -0400       Northwood Carnival Planning Meeting to be Held April 1 March 27, 2009

      Carnival meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 1st , 6:00 pm at Northwood. Anyone interested in helping with the carnival please join us! "Pop Into Spring Carnival" will be held on Friday, May... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=94 News Fri, 27 Mar 2009 12:00:00 -0400 Square 1 Art Orders Due April 1 March 27, 2009

      We hope you received your Square 1 Artwork last week. All Square 1 Art orders are due no later than April 1st. They will not accept late orders. Our kids turned in some GREAT artwork and this... ]]> http://www.parchmentschools.org/news.php?article_id=92 News Fri, 27 Mar 2009 12:00:00 -0400