

The Wolverine
A Monthly Newsletter for NFHS Students and Families

November 2024
Hello NFHS Families and Students,
Welcome to the November edition of The Wolverine!
As we quickly approach the 10-week marking period, we want to remind our students to continue to stay focused on good attendance, academics, and on-task behavior. We are grateful to you, the parents and guardians, who support them each day to make school a priority. While there will always be bumps in the road, we look forward to continuing to partner to help students prepare for their futures.
As always, please reach out to us if you need anything.
Your Proud Principals,
Cheryl Vilardo, Ed Ventry, Bryan Rotella, Val Rotella-Zafuto, and Nick Ruffolo
Calendar Information
Updates & Reminders
NFHS Visitors
We kindly ask that you follow these reminders for visiting NFHS:
1) Be prepared to show ID. We use the Raptor system to screen all visitors entering NFHS. You also need ID when picking up a student.
2) Call ahead to make an appointment. This allows us to make sure the correct person is available when you arrive and give you the fullest attention.
3) Visitors who come to NFHS without an appointment will be asked to wait outside of the building while we contact the appropriate person you need to see.
Limiting visitors to the building during the school day allows us to keep our students safe, so we appreciate you cooperation and understanding!
Parent Portal
REMINDER - Report cards will not be mailed home! You should also use Parent Portal to check grades and attendance frequently.
Directions to set up your account can be found at https://www.nfschools.net/domain/74
The district code is BQRR
Parent Portal: Get up-to-date information on attendance, grades, progress reports, and report cards. Visit www.nfschools.net and click on the “Parent and Guardian” tab to sign up. For assistance, email manthony@nfschools.net.
Winter Sports Begin November 18
Winter Physicals will be held on November 6, 13, & 14 (3pm-6pm) at the NFHS Field House. Call 716-287-0787 to make an appointment.
To be eligible, students must be passing four classes plus PE as of the 10 week marking period. They also must have an 85% attendance rate (no more than 7 absences; tardies count as .5 of an absence) and be in good standing behaviorally.
After School Clubs
Attendace
Attendance is a major focus once again this year. Students should aim to miss no more than 2 days per month. If your student has to be absent, tardy, or leave early, please send in a note to excuse them. This note may be given to the period 1 teacher, main office, emailed to NFHSAttendance@nfschools.net. As a reminder, your child must be in attendance for more than 2.5 hours to be counted as Present. If your child has early dismissal and has not been in school for more than 2.5 hours, they will be marked Absent Excused for the day.
Absences that are considered excused:
- student illness
- doctor appointments/dental/surgery
- college visits
- death/funeral
- required court appearance
- babysitting
- family vacation/traveling
- oversleeping
- missing the bus
- work
Behavioral Expectations
- Behavior: Review the complete Code of Conduct, Parent-Student Handbook, and Eligibility Policy at www.nfschools.net under the “Parent and Guardian” tab.Students must follow the directions of school employees and treat others with respect.
- Cell Phones and Headphones: Can be used appropriately in hallways and during lunch, but must be put away during instruction. Follow the “one ear bud” policy for safety.
- Class Attendance: Students must attend all assigned classes, including study halls and lunch, and be on time. Hall passes are required during class time. We will conduct "Hall Sweeps" multiple periods a day to encourage students to attend class and arrive on time.
- Appearance Code: Faces must be completely visible, and backpacks must remain in lockers.
Eligibility
Cultural Connections
Niagara Falls High School aims to acknowledge and honor our diversity this school year in many different ways, including this section of the newsletter celebrating various cultures represented by students and staff at NFHS.
This Month In Photos
Financial Fair
Congrats NFL Champ!
Placing 3rd was 8th grader, Selena Govern, in her first championship meet!
NFHS Marching Band
Cross Country
The NFHS Cross Country hosted Senior Night and was asked to recognize a teacher who influences them
Big Picture
Our Big Picture students partnered with Wendy's to bring some awareness window murals to life that features the Tik Tok inspired SpongeBob Krabby Patty
Construction Trade
The Construction Trade students getting some "hands on" experience working with city employees and trade union workers while building the new pavilion at Hyde Park
Trauma-Informed Practices
Niagara Falls City School District strives to be trauma-informed when working with our students and families. This section of the newsletter will provide monthly messages related to our trauma-informed practices.
Communication
What's Up at NFHS?
Encourage your student to get involved with all that NFHS has to offer!