Office Hours 7 AM - 3:30 PM

913.993.7200

Attendance

Attendance Hotline 913.993.7245 (All Day)

Attendance Office 913.993.7242 (Partial Day)

Email: lisagruman@smsd.org

Dear Northwest Families,

We have had a busy week with students heading to Wichita for state music and wrestling! We are so proud of how those groups are representing NW! Last weekend we enjoyed a truly amazing musical production - Bravo to all involved who made that show possible! We were excited to see so many families, students, and community patrons join us for those shows.

We enjoyed an awesome Sweetheart Assembly on Tuesday. Our Cougar Pride was showing and our students were energized!! We have the Sweetheart Dance on Saturday night in the Northwest Cafeteria from 8-11 pm. We look forward to crowning our Sweetheart Court on Saturday night at the dance as well.

Looking ahead to next week - we will have sub-state basketball for boys' and girls' teams. We hope you can join us for those games once the brackets are finalized this weekend. Our spring sports practices begin on Monday, Feb. 26th - students will need a completed physical form on file prior to joining practice. Students can pick up the packet in the main office.

We look forward to our upcoming full week of learning and hope you enjoy a wonderful weekend!

All the best,

Dr. Lisa Gruman

This option is for reporting all day absences and late arrivals only.

When requesting an early dismissal please call 913-993-7242 or email jamieprosser@smsd.org

Monday February 26 - Academic Enrichment

NW Library 2:45 - 3:45p

Wednesday February 28 - Academic Enrichment

NW Library 2:45 - 3:45p

Thursday February 29 - Late Start - Classes start at 8:40 am

Juniors who registered, the ACT test coming soon! Tuesday, February 27th Northwest will give the ACT test to those who registered in the fall. Please add to your calendar with the following information.

ACT® Reminders:

• Arrive on time by 7:40 am
• Must have I.D. (Driver’s License or School I.D.)
• ACT® approved calculator ACT Calculator Policy
• 2 or 3 Sharpened, soft lead No. 2 pencils and good erasers (no mechanical pencils or ink pens)
• Food and beverage to eat outside of test room during break (optional)
• Do NOT bring any electronic device(s), this includes cell phone, smart watch, fitness band, iPad, headphones, camera
• Do NOT bring textbooks, dictionaries, reading materials, scratch paper, notes, or other aides
• ALL Devices MUST be turned off and placed out of sight. You may not handle or access a cell phone or electronic device at any time in the testing room or during break time
• If you access your device or if your device activates while in a testing room or during break times, you will be dismissed, your test will not be scored, and your device may be taken away

ACT® Resources:

ACT® has several resources to help examinees prepare to take the ACT, including the opportunity to take a practice test. Click on the links below:

Preparing for the ACT Test 2021-2022 (Practice test is located on Page 10)

If you did not register, we cannot add you to the NW testing day. Other dates are available for you this spring at various locations in Johnson county. Fees apply. Register here: https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/registration.html#dates

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College Now Spring Enrollment is DUE FRIDAY, February 9!

See the NW Counseling website for details!

Step 1. Apply to be a JCCC student. If you missed this deadline, please feel free to try anyway!

Step 2. Prerequisites (if English, Science or Math—See below!)

Step 3. Enroll with CRNs

Get CRNs: Shawnee Mission Northwest’s JCCC page

Step 4. Pay (unless it is a FREE Excel in CTE business course)

• Introduction to Business (FREE credit! No prerequisite!)
• Business Management (FREE credit! No prerequisite!)
• Calculus II (Prerequisite: Calculus I with at least a C or AP Calc AB score 3+)
• English 12 College Now (Prerequisite: Comp I with at least a D or AP English Lang score 3+)
• European History, AP (No prerequisite)
• Macroeconomics, AP (No prerequisite)
• Spanish 4 (No prerequisite)
• US History, AP (No prerequisite; Please sign up with your correct teacher)

If your student is enrolled in any of the following classes, please take the opportunity to sign up for additional College Now credit:

• Introduction to Business (FREE credit! No prerequisite!)
• Business Management (FREE credit! No prerequisite!)
• Calculus II (Prerequisite: Calculus I with at least a C or AP Calc AB score 3+)
• English 12 College Now (Prerequisite: Comp I with at least a D or AP English Lang score 3+)
• European History, AP (No prerequisite)
• Macroeconomics, AP (No prerequisite)
• Spanish 4 (No prerequisite)
• US History, AP (No prerequisite; Please sign up with your correct teacher)

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Boys State of Kansas

The American Legion Boys State of Kansas program is a premier leadership opportunity for Junior and Sophomores (23-24 school year). It is held from Sunday June 2-Saturday June 8th at Kansas State University in Manhattan. If you apply by December 1st the $50 dollar family responsibility fee is waived. Go to www.ksbstate.org and click apply to complete the online application.

Sunflower Girls State

The American Legion Auxiliary Sunflower Girls State program in Kansas, is an opportunity for young women to develop leadership skills and an understanding of good citizenship. It is held from June 2-7th and is open to Juniors during the 23-24 school year. More information can be found at www.ksgirlsstate.org

Juniors who took the Practice ACT in October for NW National Test Day received their score reports through their seminar teacher this week. Students interested in taking the ACT test have 2 upcoming opportunities this spring. Saturday test dates and registration can be found at www.act.org. Saturday, April 13th and June 8th are the next 2 dates. Register through the ACT website as they are given at various test sites in the area on a Saturday.

The KC Scholars 9th Grade College Savings Match and 11th Grade Traditional Scholarship applications are now OPEN! It is never too early to start saving for college and KC Scholars makes for a great opportunity to do so! Click these links for more information and to find out if your student is eligible.

9th Grade College Savings Match

11th Grade Traditional Scholarship

Women in Aviation “High School Hangar Days” by Garmin

Contact Erica Jablonski if interested!

Zach Cash A-D zacharycash@smsd.org

Barb Legate E-J barbaralegate@smsd.org

Katie Cole K-Pe katherinecole@smsd.org

Jessica Andrade Pf-R (ELL) jessicaandrade@smsd.org

Jordan Landis S-U jordanlandis@smsd.org

Erica Jablonski V-Z (RWL) ericajablonski@smsd.org

SUMMER SCHOOL REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

Parents/Guardians/Students:

Summer school courses are now open for registration. Summer courses can be taken to either “get ahead” in credit towards graduation or for “credit recovery” to make up failed credit that is required for graduation.

Academy Session 1: June 10-28

Academy Session 2: July 8-26

eSchool: May 28-July 23

If you would like additional information on summer programs, including class times/fees/courses available. You can find that information by clicking on the links below.

SUMMER ACADEMY (IN-PERSON): https://www.smsd.org/academics/summer-programs/summer-academy

eSCHOOL (ON-LINE): https://www.smsd.org/academics/eschool/enrollment-information

Students can sign up in the Student Services Office at SMNW or by contacting your student’s counselor directly. Payment is required within 48 hours of registration. This can be by cash, check, or online payment. I encourage you to sign up soon to ensure placement in the course/s requested.

Have a great day!

Follow this link to purchase items, support fundraisers, volunteer, or become a PTSA Member! http://www.smnwptsa.org

Sweetheart Dance

The Sweetheart Dance is coming up on February 24! If you are willing to donate snacks or drinks AND/OR volunteer for a shift during the dance, CLICK HERE.

PTSA Meeting

A general PTSA meeting will be held on February 21 at 6 pm in the library. We dare you to join us!

Spring Yard Sign Order

Spring yard sign ordering is open through March 6. Check the PTSA website to get your order in and show pride in all of your students' Northwest activities!

Class of 2024 Grad Signs

Celebrate your upcoming graduate with a Class of '24 grad yard sign! A limited quantity is available and when they're gone, they're gone! See the PTSA website to order today.

Did You Know?

Did you know that After Prom is more than just a fun party? Did you know that there is a much bigger goal that we should ALL get behind?

After Prom is a party with a PURPOSE - this event is designed to keep our students and broader community SAFE in the hours after prom. After Prom takes the long-view: it’s about keeping our kids alive and allowing them to celebrate with their friends and classmates in a responsible, fun, healthy way. It’s about making sure they make good choices that night so that they can step confidently and boldly into their futures!

Approximately 600 students will have a safe, drug and alcohol-free environment to enjoy casino and carnival games, inflatables, food, music, and AMAZING PRIZES (things like event tickets, laptops and other electronics, kayaks, airline vouchers, tons of college essentials, and MUCH MORE)!

To make this event happen, we rely on the support of individuals, organizations, businesses, and most of all our own SMNW school community. Without generous donations, we would not be able to make SMNW After Prom THE PLACE TO BE on prom night!

If you currently have an upperclassman, the plea is immediate. If you have an underclassmen, chances are there is a junior or senior who they look up to in athletics, choir or band, theater, or a club or organization. Let’s ALL join together to make After Prom the fun, safe, affordable, and SMART choice for our SMNW students on April 20! Visit the AFTER PROM WEBSITE where you will find info on sponsorship opportunities and links to make a contribution. We are ONE NORTHWEST!

***Senior Parents:

Grad Info and Schedule of Events

If questions, please contact Mrs. Vicki Alvey at 913-993-7400 or by email at victoriaalvey@smsd.org

Parents, athletes, and others throughout the community, here is the latest edition of “EVERYDAYCHAMPION” Newsletter We hope you enjoy. You can click the link below for the week of February 26, 2024

EveryDay Champions Newsletter Week of Feb. 26

• Individual High School calendar: Sunflower League
• Combined High School calendar: https://www.shawneemissionactivities.org
• Visit our Athletics Website for schedules of upcoming events: https://smnwcougars.com/
• Check out the NW Track Results: MileSplit

Shawnee Mission School District 2023-24 Busing

• Bus registration may be found at the following link: DS Bus Lines registration
• 2023-24 bus fees will remain the same as the prior year.
• $185/semester/student or $370/year/student
• Any student attending their home school and living 2.5 miles or more from the school qualifies for free busing. Registration is required.
• Students who qualify for the Child Nutrition Meal Benefits – free and reduced priced meals may also qualify for free transportation, and enroll to ride existing routes. When registering, please provide a copy of the Child Nutrition Meal Benefits Eligibility letter to DS Bus Lines to complete the enrollment process. SMSD families can apply for Child Nutrition Meal Benefits after July 1st on School Café - https://www.schoolcafe.com/SHAWNEEMISSION.
• Transportation changes put in effect during the 2022-23 school year will remain in effect for the 2023-24 school year. This includes limiting high school routes to students residing over 2.0 miles from their school.
• Bus routes and stop locations will be determined based on those who register for busing. A minimum number of registrations (50 paid) is required in order to offer a route.
• Annual transportation registration is required for students to receive bus service.

For more information on Shawnee Mission School District transportation, please visit https://www.smsd.org/families/transportation or call DS Bus Lines at 913-384-1190.