No school for students and staff on Monday | | |
This coming Monday, January 19, is a district holiday in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Schools resume on regular schedules Tuesday, January 20. Have a great three-day break as we remember a leading civil rights icon in our country’s history.
Visit the following links for the complete 2025-2026 calendar.
| | Calendars approved for 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 | | |
Following community feedback and approval by the Northwest ISD Board of Trustees, instructional calendars for the 2026–2027 and 2027–2028 school years are now finalized.
Both calendars closely resemble the district’s current academic calendar, reflecting input from families and staff. Major holiday breaks will continue to occur during the same general timeframes each year, and both calendars include teacher planning days and student holidays in October and February.
Northwest ISD approves instructional calendars two years at a time in response to prior feedback from families, who shared that advance notice helps with planning vacations and work schedules. As in previous years, both calendars feature traditional-length Thanksgiving, winter and spring breaks. Additional student holidays following the days immediately after winter break and spring break are also included to support teacher preparation.
To view the approved 2026–2027 calendar, click here. To view the approved 2027–2028 calendar, click here.
| | Annual NISD Cheer Showcase is tonight | | |
Join cheer squads from Byron Nelson, Eaton and Northwest high schools — along with NISD middle school teams — for the annual NISD UIL Cheer Showcase tonight (January 15) at 6:30 p.m. in the Northwest High School Arena.
Tickets are $5 for adults, students are free, and all proceeds benefit St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
| | Second agricultural science center named for E.C. Brock | | |
Northwest ISD will name its second agricultural science center after longtime district educator E.C. Brock, who was widely known for his support of agricultural programs and activities across the region.
During his 25-year tenure as a teacher in Northwest ISD, students knew Mr. Brock best for his agricultural programs. He also taught special education and was active in the North Texas High School Rodeo Association for more than 40 years, supporting hundreds of young rodeo students, many of whom went on to successful careers in the field.
Mr. Brock earned numerous accolades for his leadership and support of FFA programs and the longtime sponsor of the Northwest High School Rodeo Club, though those submitting his name for naming consideration noted his deep care for all students.
The E.C. Brock Agricultural Science Center will open in August 2027 and reside next to Davis High School to serve that campus as well as Eaton High School. The existing Kelly Box Agricultural Science Center will serve Byron Nelson and Northwest high schools. Additional information about the school will be provided to FFA students and other users of the facility in the year preceding its opening.
| | Northwest Navigators Special Olympics team seeking track and field athletes | | |
The Northwest Navigators, NISD's Special Olympics team, is excited to kick off its track and field season. To ensure optimal safety and individualized instruction, there is a limit on the total number of participants for this season with only the first 35 athletes who sign up being accepted.
Who is able to participate in the Special Olympics?
A student does not have to be receiving special education services from NISD in order to be eligible for Special Olympics. A student must meet the following criteria to be eligible to participate on the Northwest Navigators Special Olympics team:
- Ages 8-21 and enrolled in Northwest ISD
- Be identified as having an intellectual disability, cognitive delay, or significant learning or vocational problems due to cognitive delay that require or have required specially designed instruction
- Unlike many indoor sports, track and field takes place in a large, unenclosed environment. Because of this, student safety relies heavily on an athlete's ability to remain within designated boundaries. For the safety of the individual and the team, athletes must be able to follow these spatial guidelines to participate in the program.
Registration is now open and can be completed at the following links:
IMPORTANT NOTICE: All athletes must meet the Special Olympics Code of Conduct to participate. An athlete will not be able to participate if they show dangerous or aggressive behavior (such as headbutting, hitting, kicking, spitting, or biting) with other athletes, coaches or themself.
Practice and competition information can be found on the registration forms. If you have any additional questions, please contact SpecialOlympics@nisdtx.org.
| | NISD offering after-hours webinars that help students and families prepare for the future | | |
One of Northwest ISD’s stated priorities is that students will graduate life ready and prepared for success in career, college, or military service. To help achieve this, NISD has a full staff dedicated to helping students navigate their futures, led by Director of College, Career & Military Readiness Bobby Morris.
In addition to Mr. Morris, the CCMR team also includes College and Career Facilitators at all three of NISD’s comprehensive high schools. These facilitators work directly with students during the school day with tasks like college-readiness testing, college and job applications, resume writing, dual credit, FAFSA, college recruiter visits and much more.
In addition to the in-person services during the school day, the CCMR team also offers convenient virtual help. CCMR After Hours is a series of free webinars for students and families that are all scheduled for the evening time, allowing more people to attend. To learn more about CCMR After Hours, click below.
| | NEF scholarship application now open | | |
The Northwest ISD Education Foundation has opened its scholarship application for graduating seniors, offering the chance to apply for dozens of scholarships. Last year, NEF awarded more than $198,000!
All graduating seniors in Northwest ISD who plan to enroll in an accredited institution in the summer or fall of 2026 are eligible to apply. Accredited institutions include private or community colleges, public or private universities, military academies, and vocational or trade schools.
The online application is available on the foundation’s website and will remain open until Monday, March 2. Before starting the application, students are encouraged to review the scholarship policy and information guide.
| | January is School Board Recognition Month | | January is School Board Recognition Month! At Northwest ISD, we are incredibly grateful for the dedication and heart each school board member pours into our schools and community. Check the district's Facebook and Instagram pages throughout the month as we spotlight each of our seven amazing board members and celebrate their service. | | Students kick off show season at Nance Memorial Junior Livestock Show | | |
The Sonny Nance Memorial Junior Livestock Show took place last weekend at the district's Kelly W. Box Agricultural Science Center. Elementary through high school students impressed the judges with their livestock and agricultural projects.
Good luck to all the NISD students who are preparing for the upcoming statewide competition season which begins with the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo later this month.
| | NEF awards over $90,000 in grants | | |
The Northwest ISD Education Foundation (NEF) surprised educators across the district prior to the holiday break by awarding $90,918 in Teaching Grants to support innovative and impactful classroom initiatives.
This year, NEF awarded 33 Teaching Grants to educators at 22 campuses, with several grants benefiting multiple locations. The funded projects span a wide range of focus areas, including literacy, STEM, special education and more, all aimed at enriching learning opportunities for Northwest ISD students.
This year, NEF received 99 grant submissions. Since the program began, NEF has awarded more than $1.9 million in Teaching Grants to Northwest ISD educators.
| Help the new NEF Resource Store and Library | | |
Volunteer Now!
The Resource Store and Library welcomes anyone who wishes to volunteer in the store. Dates for the spring semester are still available to the volunteer sign up form, so feel free to sign up any time.
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The Northwest ISD Education Foundation’s resource store and library provides support to NISD teachers and students through free resources and educational materials. NISD teachers can “shop” for school and classroom supplies, snack packs, books and more. All items are free to district educators! Already this year, more than 600 teachers have shopped the store at its new location and saved more than $385,000!
You can help by donating from the store’s online wishlist or the library wishlist. Immediate needs include books and snacks. You can also help by volunteering in the store! Volunteers help sticker and prep inventory, restock shelves and fulfill online requests from teachers.
| | Mobile Food Pantry set for January 17 | | |
The NISD monthly Mobile Food Pantry is open monthly at Pike Middle School (2288 Texan Drive, Justin, 76247). Attendees can enter Texan Drive from FM 156 or TX 114. The Pike Middle School entrance is across the street from the NISD Administration Building. The pantry is a drive-thru service. Attendees should remain in their vehicle at all times, and food pantry staff will assist in the loading process.
As a reminder, we do not share any identifying information with any entity. We only provide information to the Tarrant Area Food Bank to ensure enough items are available for our population.
The Mobile Food Pantry is a partnership between Northwest ISD, Tarrant Area Food Bank and the Northwest ISD Education Foundation. It is open on the third Saturday of each month from 9 to 11 a.m. or until food runs out.
Time: 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, January 17
Location: Pike Middle School
2288 Texan Drive, Justin, 76247
Interested in volunteering at the monthly food markets? Sign up today!
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