Aug. 15, 2019
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School year begins Aug. 20
The 2019-20 school year is almost here! Students begin the new school year on Tuesday, Aug. 20, for classes, while some extracurricular activities have already begun training. For the full 2019-20 calendar, click the button below.
District transitions to nine-week grading periods
All Northwest ISD schools will operate on a nine-week grading system next year, moving from the previous six-week grading system. While the change won't have any significant changes for day-to-day activities, some students and families may have questions about what it means beyond the longer time frame for grades. To read an FAQ about the change, click the button below.
Watch recording of recent Facebook Live about new school year
A screen capture of Dr. Warren, Michael Griffin and Emily Conklin
Dr. Ryder Warren, superintendent of schools, recently held a Facebook Live video chat to provide information about the coming school year and answer audience questions. The chat covered important dates, events and changes. To watch a replay, click the image above or click here.
Registration for 2019-20 school year ongoing
Registration for the 2019-20 school year is now open! For families of returning students, emails were sent out in mid-April with a link and "snap code" to register their children for the upcoming school year. Clicking on this link will have most information already filled out for each child (and separate emails will be sent for families with multiple students). Families who will be new to the district can enroll online for the upcoming year as well.
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Campuses now using entry call stations for visitors
A video capture of the entry call station
As part of our safety and security improvements, all schools now have entry call stations that provide video communication to the front office. Watch this video to see how visitors will now securely enter schools, further enhancing student safety.
Website for guest educators now available
Individuals who serve as guest educators for Northwest ISD can now visit a one-stop shop for their work, www.nisdtx.org/guesteducators. The new website features all the information guest educators need, from important campus contacts to payment information.
Parents as Teachers hosting open house on Aug. 23
The logo for Parents as Teacher's Model Affiliate distinction
Northwest ISD's Parents as Teachers program allows the families of young children to prepare for the school environment before they attend campuses. To learn about the program, come visit with staff during an open house at either 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m. or 1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23, at the Special Programs Center (1800 S.H. 114 in Justin/Fort Worth).
NEF dollar drive taking place to raise funds for scholarships, grants
NEF Dollar Drive text with a child's photo
Parents and guardians enrolling their children for 2019-20 can take part in the NEF Dollar Drive by making a tax-deductible donation during the registration process. NEF raises funds for student scholarships and teaching grants, with the funding going directly back to these Northwest ISD initiatives. For example, this year NEF provided $60,300 in scholarships to graduating seniors. To see a list of the Class of 2019 scholarship recipients, click here.
Upcoming events
  • Aug. 16: 3 to 6:30 p.m. Immunization Clinic (Hatfield Elementary)
  • Aug. 20: First Day of 2019-20 School Year (districtwide)
  • Aug. 22: 7 p.m. District Parenting Transition to Teenager Workshop (Adams Middle School; flyer)
  • Aug. 23: Parents as Teachers Open House (Special Programs Center)
  • Aug. 26: 6:30 p.m. School Board Meeting (Administration Building)
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