NHS Parent Connection
August 24th, 2023
10/8/2023
NHS Mission Statement
Working together with the student, the parent, and the community, Northwestern High School will establish a strong foundation for lifelong learning by nurturing, challenging, and guiding all students toward their maximum academic, vocational, artistic, physical, social, and emotional potential.
Principal's Message
Dear Trojan Families,
Homecoming week was a tremendous success, and it warmed my heart to witness the incredible school spirit displayed by both our students and staff. The enthusiasm and energy throughout the week were truly inspiring, and I am grateful for everyone who contributed to making it such a memorable event.
One of the highlights of Homecoming week was our first-ever "Fun Lunch" featuring food trucks and games. While it was a fantastic experience for many, I want to address a concern. All students were not able to order from the food truck, and for that, I take full responsibility. Our goal is to ensure that every student has an opportunity to enjoy such events, and we will be making necessary adjustments to make this possible in the future. Your feedback is invaluable, and we appreciate your understanding and patience as we work to improve these experiences for all our students.
Looking ahead, students will return to school on Tuesday, ready to engage with their learning. We are a school of excellence and we have high expectations for all students. Thank you for your support and involvement in our school activities. Your partnership is essential to creating a positive and enriching environment for our students.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to me or our school administration. We value your input and are here to assist you.
Wishing you and your family a wonderful weekend.
Michael Abraham
Principal
Lunch-time Boundary
The area between D & E buildings are off-limits during lunches. Students must stay on the courtyard side of the gold line.
Homecoming RECAP
-Mr. Abraham represented us in the community at the Faith and Blue Bike Rode
-Crazy Trojan Spirit Day and Fun Lunch with food trucks
-Pep Rally
-Homecoming Game where we crowned our King and Queen, Isaiah Larkins and Chrissy Boyd!
A HUGE thank you to Trojan Council (lead by Allison Jordan, Brandi King, Michelle Silva, and Missy Lehman) for an amazing Homecoming Week!
NHS School Improvement Council
Next Meeting: Monday, October 9th at 6:30 PM in the Media Center
Seminar on alcohol, vaping, and drug trends
School Board Meeting
Next Meeting: Tuesday, October 10th at 6 PM at the District Office
The Agora
The Agora had it’s grand reopening this week. Northwestern’s school store is back in business, selling snacks and ice cream during all lunches. The store is operated by students who are working to hone their employability skills and gain work experience. The Agora is open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday during all lunches.
Facebook - "Friends of Northwestern Academic Boosters" & Instagram - @friendsofnhs_rockhill
Be sure to follow Friends of Northwestern, our Academic Booster Club, on Facebook and Instagram. Lately, they've been highlighting student quotes about our fantastic teachers!
The Works! Fall Application
The Works! career exploration is a FREE program designed for City of Rock Hill high school studnets who are likely to enter the workforce immediately after high school graduation. The Works! program offers opportunities for students to have hands-on experiences learning the different career opportunities our municipal system and utilities have to offer. Please see Ms. Tucker in A104 if you have any questions.
Dates: October 18-20
October 31 - Testing or Off-Campus
All 2nd Year students are taking the PSAT.
11th & 12th Grade students are either taking the PSAT, ACT, or ASVAB if they signed up OR taking a Job Shadow or College Visit Day
9th Graders are taking a job shadow day.
*Forms will be handed out in an upcoming Trojan Way.
Button-making in the Library
Come visit us on Wednesday, October 11, from 8:00am - 8:35am for some extra fun in the Media Center! We will have a button maker out for you to choose from pre-designed artwork to make your own buttons for their book bags, lunch boxes, lanyards, purse straps, and more. AND we will also have blank templates on which you can even draw and color your own button designs! Krista Howell, from York County Public Library, will be here to help with the fun too!
Media Center Social Media
Please join our Northwestern High School Media Center Facebook Page! Follow us to find out about special events we offer, activities that are going on, and other fun library information!
https://www.facebook.com/nhsmediactr
Get your FREE YCPL card
While you're here, fill out an application for a FREE YCPL card and I can get this back to you once it's processed - you never even have to leave Northwestern High School campus!
NHS Lunch Time Volunteer
What will I do?
Walk around and encourage students during lunch time
Purpose?
Assist with supervision and keeping students safe and motivated
Process?
-Complete the RHSD volunteer application
-Sign up for a lunch time slot(s) (**Fun Lunch Friday...Volunteers needed from 12-2:30)
-Report to the Welcome Center (main office) on your assigned date/time to sign in
Student Supervision
Students are permitted to arrive on school property at 8:00am . No supervision is offered of students before 8:00am . Student supervision concludes at 3:45pm in the afternoon.