February 20 changed to full instructional day |
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To meet state requirements for instructional time, Northwest ISD will have classes on Monday, February 20, following the recent winter storm school closures. Northwest ISD’s academic calendars include enough minutes to absorb up to two days of school closures.
The district will await guidance from the Texas Education Agency if additional school days could be considered for a waiver. If TEA does not grant waivers for missed instructional time, Northwest ISD will inform families of additional changes to the 2022-2023 school year calendar in the coming weeks.
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Provide input in NISD family survey |
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Northwest ISD invites families to provide their input about our district and schools through a survey open through noon on Monday, February 27.
This survey is your resource to provide anonymous feedback about how our district and schools are serving your child as well as your family.
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NISD students invited to HBCU Night |
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Keller Independent School District has invited Northwest ISD students and parents to participate in their Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Night on Thursday, February 9, at 6:30 p.m.
Come learn more from alumni regarding the numerous opportunities available at HBCUs and learn more about Traditionally Black Sororities and Fraternities. The event will take place at Timbercreek High School.
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Student-athletes sign NCAA letters of intent |
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Congratulations to 21 student-athletes from each of the district's comprehensive high schools – Byron Nelson, Northwest and Eaton – who took part in National Signing Day ceremonies, signifying their intent to play collegiate sports and continue their academic pursuits.
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Mark your calendars for Expo 2023 |
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Expo celebrates future-ready learning by involving fellow students, teachers and the community in an exhibition of Northwest ISD’s innovative and inspiring educational opportunities. The event gives students the chance to shine as they fine tune their presentation skills and communicate their innovative ideas in a variety of ways. Combined with culinary arts, photography, orchestra, career and technology pathways and other groups across the district, Expo 2023 is sure to be an unforgettable night.
Please join us as we celebrate our student achievements on February 23 at Byron Nelson High School.
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It's National School Counseling Week! |
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Northwest ISD counselors are exceptional mentors, providing guidance, care and curriculum advice for our students and families at each of the district's 31 campuses.
Be sure to thank a counselor for their hard work and dedication to helping our students succeed!
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Sign up for upcoming test prep bootcamps |
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To help Northwest ISD students transition to the next phase of their futures, the College, Career and Military Readiness website contains a large number of resources including information about paying for college, workforce transition and assessment preparation.
Several test preparation bootcamps — including SAT and TSIA2 — are scheduled throughout the spring. Learn more and sign up today!
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Come read with NISD on Friday, March 3 |
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Please sign up to join us on Friday, March 3, for our annual Northwest ISD Reads event!
Check out this fun video featuring some of our best and brightest sharing why you should sign up to read!
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Students learn life skills during Charles Schwab Reality Store event |
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AVID students from across the district had a rare opportunity — funded by a grant submitted by the Northwest ISD Education Foundation — to visit with Charles Schwab employees to learn more about budgeting and financial literacy.
Watch how students spent their day visiting the new headquarters in Westlake!
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Return to Play screenings now available |
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Most individuals recover from COVID without issue, however a small portion of those who tested positive for the virus will experience more severe symptoms or a more complicated recovery. If you feel your student is having difficulty returning to normal following COVID and would like him/her to be assessed by a registered nurse before returning to sports or other activities, please fill out this form.
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Job request form open for Big Event |
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The Big Event — the largest one-day, student-run service project in the nation — will take place this year on Saturday, April 1!
If you have a job student volunteers can help with, please fill out this job request form by February 24.
Students are willing to help with jobs around the house, weeding, mowing, painting, gardening, tree-trimming and general clean outs!
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Make plans to attend Teacher Career Fair |
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Northwest ISD is hosting its fourth annual Teacher Career Fair on Thursday, March 2, 2023, at Byron Nelson High School.
This is an invitation-only event. To be considered for the event, you must complete an Employment Application and apply to the Teacher Career Fair posting.
Selected applicants will have the opportunity to meet with campus administrators and are guaranteed at least two interviews. The event will include a “Meet and Greet” from 5-5:30 p.m. with interviews scheduled from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
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Apply for your free Roanoke library card |
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The Roanoke Public Library is now offering free library cards to all Northwest ISD students and staff enrolled or working at any district campus. No guardian signatures are required for students 16 years of age or older who apply for a card. A few items to keep in mind before visiting the library:
- NISD cards expire every October 1, but all you need to renew your card is your student/staff ID or a recent report card.
- Students are able to check out 10 items at a time for three weeks.
- NISD staff and students will have access to the library's physical and digital collections and resources. This includes databases and software like Mango Languages, Brainfuse, TexShare Databases, Freegal and Kanopy.
- NISD students will receive full access to the library consortium, MetroShare libraries, which shares collections across the DFW metroplex at 11 different libraries!
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Do you follow NISD on social media? |
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If not, you should! Northwest ISD maintains six major social media accounts, where timely information and school highlights are shared frequently. Following these accounts will keep you updated on all things NISD! |
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Resource Store provides free support to NISD teachers and students |
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The Northwest ISD Education Foundation's resource store and library provides immediate support to NISD teachers and students through free resources and educational materials. NISD teachers can “shop” for school and classroom supplies, snack packs, clothing items and books. All items are free to district educators!
Since the beginning of the 2022-2023 school year, the store has welcomed more than 350 in-person shoppers and received 500+ online order requests. Because of overwhelming needs, we are asking for your help! The store is currently out of pencils and markers. Books of all reading levels are also in high demand. If you feel inclined to help, please visit the store's online wishlist.
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NEF scholarship applications now open |
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The Northwest ISD Education Foundation scholarship applications are open now, providing Northwest ISD seniors with the opportunity to apply for dozens of scholarships.
Review the Scholarship Information Guide and start your online application today!
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Mobile Food Pantry open on February 18 |
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Northwest ISD is partnering with Tarrant Area Food Bank and the Northwest ISD Education Foundation to offer a monthly mobile market to provide groceries and assistance to families in need.
Time: 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, February 18
Location: NISD Administration Building
2001 Texan Drive in Justin
Food distribution will be in the parking lot next to NISD Stadium until 11 a.m. Food and supplies are provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
Interested in volunteering at the monthly food markets? Sign up today!
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Northwest Independent School District
Phone: 817-215-0000 • Fax: 817-215-0170
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