Northwoods News

Northwoods Families,

Happy St. Patrick's Day!! We hope you had a wonderful weekend! Please take a few minutes to read through the updates and reminders below.

Upcoming Events:

• Monday, March 17th--St. Patrick's Day
• Friday, March 21st--World Down Syndrome Day (Wear Blue and Yellow)
• Friday, March 28th--Last Day of Q3
• Saturday, March 29th - Sunday, April 5th--Spring Break
• Monday, April 7th - Friday, April 11th--Assistant Principal Appreciation Week
• Wednesday, April 9th--Spring Picture Day

Fifth Grade End of Year Celebration News!

5th grade families - it's not too soon to start thinking about the end of year celebration for our soon to be graduates! We need your help!

First, the 5th grade planning committee is collecting photos for the end of year slideshow shown at graduation. Every student will be featured in the slideshow with their 5th grade school picture. We also hope to include a picture of your child starting elementary school (or around that time frame). Please send an email to northwoods5th@gmail.com with the following information:

• Student Name
• Homeroom Teacher
• Age of student in photo
• Photo of your student around age 5.

Please send no later than January 30th!

Second, the 5th grade planning committee is coordinating with the school to create a memorable celebration at the end of the year. Northwoods PTA is generously contributing to the cost of this celebration, and we are starting to fundraise for the remaining amount.Families can contribute towards the fund by scanning the QR code above or by clicking on the "5th Grade Activities Donation" button below.

World Down Syndrome Day-- World Down Syndrome Day, observed annually on March 21st, is a global awareness day to raise awareness about Down syndrome, advocate for the rights, inclusion, and well-being of people with Down syndrome, and celebrate their potential and accomplishments. Help show your support by wearing blue and yellow and/or your craziest socks.

(K-5) SSA Test Request Window: March 10th-28th:

The window to request Single Subject Acceleration testing is March 10th - 28th. This is a VERY strict window. Requests will not be accepted before it opens or after it closes for any reason. You can find additional information here.

Kindergarten Orientation:

Calling all rising kindergarten families! Our annual kindergarten orientation event is scheduled for Tuesday, April 29th from 2:00 - 3:00 PM.

Spring International Festival:

Save the Date!! Our spring International Night is scheduled for Thursday, May 15th from 6:00 - 8:00 PM. We are looking for performers and families who are interested in hosting a table. If you are interested, please email NorthwoodsPTAEgmail.com.

Recess in the Garden:

Recess in the Garden resumes March 3rd! K-1 on Mondays, 2-4th on Wednesdays. Unfortunately we have no leader for 5th grade this year. During Recess in the Garden approximately 10 children are led through typical gardening activities like weeding, planting, watering, and harvesting. This program is entirely run by volunteers and funded by the PTA. We are looking for additional volunteers so more children are served and our garden is bountiful. Please sign up for a volunteer slot here.

Questions? Contact Carol Clark, Gardening Coordinator at caroljean921@gmail.com

Girls In Gear:

Girls in Gear - a nonprofit bike program - is hosting a girls' learn-to-bike program on March 22nd at East Cary Middle School. The event is open to girls of all ages and abilities. See the flyers below for more information. We would love to see you there!!