NORTHWOOD PARENT ASSOCIATION:
Are you eager to stay in the know about all the exciting events happening at your child's school? Do you want to lend a helping hand and get involved in the school community as a parent volunteer? Look no further! Our Parent Association is here to help you stay informed and engaged.
By filling out our simple form, you'll be sure to receive all the latest updates on school events, volunteer opportunities, and more. Join our community of dedicated parents who are committed to supporting our students and enhancing their educational experience.
Don't miss out on any of the action - sign up today and stay in the loop with our Parent Association!
REMIND APP SIGN-UP
If you have not done so already please sign up for our NACS Remind App: the best way to stay in the know on all school updates and happenings in real-time. Parents will receive Wednesday Reminders and school-wide information via this platform.
The simplest way to sign-up is via text message through the following method:
Text @nacsnews to the number 81010
You will either be prompted to log in as normal, or you will receive a message that you are already signed up. This is not an error; it means that the user already has an active account in another class (for students).
If students have already signed up for a class on Remind they will automatically receive the school-wide Remind messages.
Helpful video: https://youtu.be/W3_UQAC9hro
BULLDOG SPOTLIGHT: Shamar Brown!
Shamar Brown is Kindergarten ready!!
We love receiving photos of our Bulldogs with big smiles and having fun! If you have pictures to share that highlight a fun part of your child's day, whether it is participating in a school activity or enjoying the outdoors, send them over to our Community Coordinator, curbano@northwoodcs.org to be featured in an upcoming edition of the Bulldog Blast📰
Annual Child Find Notice
Hello Northwood Families,
You will find a copy of our Annual Child Find Notice below outlining the procedures and protocols for Northwood's monitoring of all of our students and identification of students with special needs. This will also be able to be referenced on our school website.
For further information, please contact the Director of Special Education, Ms. Barbara Guillory at bguillory@northwoodcs.org.
Volunteer Policy Information
Important Volunteer/ Chaperone Information In order to volunteer in any capacity (including chaperoning trips) you must fulfill the following directives which are part of the Child Protective Law: The law requires all school employees, contractors, and volunteers to have direct contact with children to obtain clearances (child abuse history clearance and state and federal criminal history checks).
- For PA Criminal Background checks (no charge)
- For Child Abuse Clearance (no charge)
- For FBI fingerprinting (charge): or call #1-844-321-2101 The service code you will need is 1KG6Q9.
Quick Guide to Focus Parent Portal-
Northwood's Focus Parent Portal is a tool designed to enhance communication and involvement for you in your child's education.
This portal will allow you to monitor your child's progress in school by providing timely access to both assignments and grades that are entered by the teacher throughout the grading period. This communication tool will improve your ability to assist your child and to communicate with the teacher if necessary.
CLICK HERE for step-by-step instructions on how to set up or log in to your Focus Parent Portal account.
Questions? Please reach out to our Compliance Coordinator, Ms. Carmen at csantiago@northwoodcs.org.
Philadelphia City Rowing: Fall enrollment is OPEN through 8/31!
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP! Enrollment will close on 8/31and acceptances will be announced shortly thereafter. Please remember space is limited.
Philadelphia City Rowing offers a fun and FREE program that introduces students in 7th and 8th grade to the sport of rowing. You will learn about rowing through both on-the-water and land workouts and will receive a general introduction to fitness, nutrition education, and environmental education. The middle school programs run Monday, Wednesday, and Friday afternoons from 4:15 to 6:15 p.m. from the boatyard adjacent to Lloyd Hall Recreation Center (#1 Boathouse Row). You must attend a Philadelphia Public or Charter school to participate in the program.
Swim lessons (when pool time is available) will be based on their ability to secure pool time from one of the program partners. Life jackets will be provided for anyone who needs to improve their swimming skills. Further details will be provided once we get closer to that time.
Questions about the Middle School Program? Contact George at george@philadelphiacityrowing.org
Frankford Pause Park FREE Movie Nights: Select Fridays, 7 PM - 10 PM
Location: Frankford Pause Park 4673 Paul Street Philadelphia, PA 19124
Bring your own blanket. Snacks will be available for purchase.
- Friday, September 1 - Vivo
- Friday, October 20 - Hotel Transylvania: Transformania
PECO Free First Sunday Family Day: Summertime Jazz, 9/3
It’s the first Sunday of the month, which means free admission at the Barnes. This September, they’re celebrating our city’s rich jazz history with youth performances organized by the Philadelphia Clef Club of Jazz & Performing Arts. Visitors can enjoy the sounds of these emerging jazz masters while finding stories of music and melodies in their galleries and through fun family activities. Plus, see the Barnes collection and their special exhibition William Edmondson: A Monumental Vision.
Registration opens Thursday, August 31, at 10 am
Where: Barnes Foundation 2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy Philadelphia, PA 19130
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Questions? phillyfamily@familyfocus.org
Looking Ahead: Hispanic Heritage Month, Sat, Sep 16th, 12 - 4pm
National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed annually from September 15 to October 15 to celebrate the rich culture and diversity of the American Latino community and the contributions of those who came from Mexico, Spain, the Caribbean, and South and Central America.
Produced in partnership with El Concilio; join The Franklin Institute on Saturday, September 16 for a special day of programming that highlights the contributions of some of the amazing Philadelphia locals and organizations that help educate and nourish our Latino community.
All programming is included in your museum admission and takes place from 12:00 – 4:00 pm.
What is Safe2Say Something?
Here’s how it works:
- Submit an anonymous tip report through the Safe2SaySomething system
- The crisis center reviews and processes all submissions
- The crisis center sends all submissions to school administration and/or law enforcement for intervention
- If needed, the crisis center may contact the tipster anonymously through the app
Safe2Say Something PA:
Submit an anonymous tip here.
FAMILIES IN TRANSITION: NORTHWOOD IS HERE TO HELP
If you and your family lack fixed, regular, or adequate housing (for example, living in a shelter, transitional home, or even doubled-up with other people) due to loss of housing or economic hardship, you may qualify for certain rights and protections under the federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, which ensures educational stability for students experiencing homelessness.
To learn more about the rights of eligible families, click here for a brief video.
If you qualify for rights under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, contact our school social worker at dominiqueharris@northwoodcs.org for more information.
Are you or someone you know in need of housing, food, health, and safety services? Please check out these resources from Project HOME: Where To Turn Guide.
Please review Northwood's Homeless Students Policy here: McKinney-Vento Policy.
Connect with Northwood
Website: northwoodcs.org
Location: 4621 Castor Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, USA
Phone: (215) 289-5606
Facebook: facebook.com/Northwood-Academy-Charter-School-153041454730750/
Twitter: @northwoodcs