Northridge High School Update

• 2024 - 2025 School Calendar
• March 24 - 28 - Spring Break
• Graduation - Friday, May 23, 2025

We will be holding an important class meeting for all juniors (that attend Northridge) for them to register for our class field trip (Career XPress) on March 12th. It is important that all juniors are in attendance for this meeting.

The following students that swam in the District Competition for Division II Swimming this past Friday.

1. Kayla V. swam two individual events and a relay: 200 Freestyle, 500 Freestyle and the 400 Freestyle Relay

2. Sophia B. swam two individual events and a relay: 50 Freestyle, 100 Backstroke and the 400 Freestyle Relay

3. Amelia S. swam in the relay: 400 Freestyle Relay

4. Cora S. swam in the relay: 400 Freestyle Relay

5. Simon T. swam one individual event: 100 Backstroke

Congratulations to the following who competed in our Division II District meet on February 8th. A special congratulations to those who achieved personal bests while competing against 24 schools in our area:

Ethan G. – 100 Freestyle

Simon T. – 50 Freestyle & 100 Backstroke

Sophia B. – 50 Freestyle & 100 Backstroke

Bella G. – 100 Freestyle

Megan K. – 100 Breaststroke

Kayla V. – 200 Freestyle

Mrs. Garee and Ms. Rinard were informed that their presentation, "Change Something! Student Voice in Research Collaboration” has been selected for the 2025 Dr. Cindy Bowman Presenter’s Award at OCTELA (Ohio Council of English Language Arts) this year, which honors exemplary enthusiasm and dedication in teaching. They will be honored at the conference awards luncheon, which will take place on Saturday, February 22nd at the Cherry Valley Hotel in Newark.

For the second year in a row, the Northridge Bands have earned only top ratings of 1 and 2 at Solo and Ensemble competition! We couldn’t be prouder of the hard work these students put into their performances and cannot wait to see what they achieve next. Please join us in celebrating these amazing musicians!

Superior (I): Andrew T., Elena E., Aidan D. (Snare), Avery J., Noelette N., Samantha H., Conor W., Ella B., Dale S., Luke G., Emma V., The Northridge Tuba and Euphonium Quartet

Excellent (II): Kenneth S., Liberty H., Aidan D. (Timpani), Eli H., Conner B., Nina M. Colin G., Chris W., Ryan L., The Northridge Trumpet Choir

See Mrs. Willeke for more information!

Members from Vocalise participated in the OMEA Solo and Ensemble Event this past Saturday at Granville High School. Congratulations to all of our musicians! Overall, there were 5 superior ratings, 4 excellent ratings, and 1 Good rating.

Students participating in the Extemporaneous Public Speaking Leadership Development Event showcase their agricultural knowledge and ability to think on their feet by giving a speech and answering questions with limited prep time.

During this event, participants draw from 18 agricultural topics then select three of interest. From those three, a student selects the topic of their speech and has 30 minutes to prepare using five resources. Participants then present a four to six-minute speech on their topic to a panel of judges. After their speech, students answer five minutes worth of questions on the topic they just presented.

This event challenges students to practice their presentation skills, articulation, and logical thinking and advocate for agriculture and agricultural education.

Megan Korn placed 1st at Districts and is moving on to the State Competition! Way to go Megan and best of luck to you!

wcase their agricultural knowledge and ability to think on their feet by giving a speech and answering questions with limited prep time.

During this event, participants draw from 18 agricultural topics then select three of interest. From those three, a student selects the topic of their speech and has 30 minutes to prepare using five resources.

Please click on the following link to hear information on College Credit Plus.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IFgWxxRREx8

Class of 2025 and 2026 Parents and Students,

We are thrilled to be able to partner with C-TEC again this spring to bring this opportunity back to our juniors and seniors!

Competencies covered include patient preparation, specimen collection techniques, processing, safety, and compliance considerations. Students will also receive their CPR credential through American Heart Association. Students who successfully complete the program will sit for their NHA (National Healthcareer Association) CPT (Certified Phlebotomy Technician) credential. Once certified, the student will be eligible for entry-level positions as a certified phlebotomist within a clinical healthcare setting. This will also earn students a 12 point industry recognized credential and the industry recognized credential seal.

Interested in Phlebotomy Course Opportunity at Northridge High School?

The Arts and Sciences Summer Exploration program offers middle and high school students one-week intensive academic enrichment courses intended to introduce them to new areas of study or allow them to engage in content they may already have an interest in. In-person classes meet from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, and are taught by Ohio State faculty, staff, and graduate students. Teaching is active, hands-on and encourages participants to engage with the instructional team and their fellow participants. These courses are not for grade or credit and are designed for self-motivated learners.

Eligibility is based on a participant’s grade level for the 2025-2026 school year. Students entering 7th - 9th grades in the fall of 2025 are eligible for middle school courses. Students entering 10th - 12th grade in the fall of 2025 are eligible for high school courses.

If you have questions about this program, please contact ExploreASC@osu.edu or call Courtney Price at 614-292-8208.

The application portal is now open. Submit your application today!

We invite you to sign up for updates to receive information about our programs and be alerted when the when future application windows open.

Looking for more options? Check out other summer youth programs offered by departments in the College of Arts and Sciences.

Apply Today!

See if you can spot our Northridge students that attend C-TEC. They are preparing for their exciting futures!

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As mentioned in previous newsletters, student tardiness has been closely monitored and identified as an area of concern. It is essential for students to be on time to school and to class daily. Beginning Monday, January 27th staff will be reviewing the following guidelines concerning student tardiness with their first period class.

• Tardies include arrival to school and classes late

• Teachers will be taking attendance each period

• If you stay after class to talk to a staff member, ask for a written pass for the next period

• Reports will be run weekly by the office staff

Consequences:

3rd tardy - Call home to alert parent / guardian that their student has received their 3rd tardy.

4th tardy - Lunch detention

5th tardy + - Wednesday school

It will be the discretion of Mrs. Brechbill when an In School Restriction is assigned.

Please review these expectations with your student and we thank you for your support.

· Thursday, February 27th - 7pm - HS Band and Choir Contest Preview Concerts

· Sunday, March 2nd - Band 3pm Choir 5pm - MS Band and Choir Concert

· Friday or Saturday March 14th or 15th - High School OMEA District Contest

Please use the appropriate drop off and pick up location for students in the mornings and afternoon. We have had some parents parking in the student parking lot (taking up student spots)

in the morning while they wait to drop their student off at the front door. Drop off/Pick Up is to be at door #3.

The Licking County Health Department has a Drive to Succeed program intended to increase access to driving school to young drivers in Licking County regardless of economic status. LCHD can provide vouchers for eligible students to complete driving school at low-cost ($10.00 fee) through Licking Valley Driving School. Students must be located in the county and be between the ages of 16-17 at enrollment and complete the training before their 18th birthday. Eligibility requirements for the program are provided in the attached application.

In regard to sharing the application and flyer, you can do this in any way you see fit for your school. We simply want students to be aware of the program we offer, and we would like to provide them with easier access to the application. The application and flyer could be shared electronically or on paper in your school. I would recommend that completed applications be submitted directly to LCHD by individual students/families as the vouchers for this program are provided on a first come first serve basis.

The completed application, proof of permit, and proof of student eligibility can be printed and mailed to LCHD, printed and dropped off to LCHD, or emailed to dts@lickingcohealth.org. This information is provided in more detail at the bottom of the application. Any questions the families or students may have can also be directed to dts@lickingcohealth.org.

Our school day begins at 7:40 AM. To report an absence you can call 740-967-6651 or you can email Mrs. Willeke at cwilleke@northridgevikings.org Any time your child has a medical appointment of any kind, please be sure to get a school excuse. Excused medical appointments do not get counted against them with attendance thresholds.

Once your child reaches three tardies to school, they will be assigned a Wednesday School (2:30 - 3:30 PM).

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.

Daily Attendance Notifications

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We are excited to introduce a new and efficient way of keeping you informed about your child’s attendance at school. Northridge has activated the School Attendance feature in ParentSquare. We believe this change will benefit you and your children.

Daily Attendance Notifications

Through ParentSquare, you will receive a prompt notification informing you of your child’s school absences. These notifications will help you stay up-to-date, ensuring you are notified if your student is not present at school. Northridge will send the notifications in both voice and text formats.

Attendance Notes from Parents and Guardians

One of the key benefits of this feature is that it allows you to send attendance notes back to the school through the Parent Square app if your student is absent. This feature significantly reduces the need for phone calls to the school and makes it more convenient for you to communicate important information about your child’s absence. Parents and guardians may still call the main office and send in a written note to notify us of an absence, but most will find using the Parent Square platform more convenient. The reason for the student’s absence must be reported to the school within two days, per district policy.

We are confident that utilizing this tool will significantly enhance communication, making it easier for you to stay informed about your student’s attendance.

Here is the link for Senior Cap and Gowns! https://tinyurl.com/NHSGRADJOSTENS

Here is the link to go directly to the cap, gown, and tassel package. https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/1049261/Northridge-High-School/Cap-and-Gown/2493897349/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/REGALIA/Cap-Gown-Tassel-Unit/2493897395/

Do you want to order a class ring? Here is the link to do so. https://tinyurl.com/vikingrings2027

More information is available in the office.

ParentSquare is the premier fully unified product that engages every family with school communications and communications-based services—all the way from the district office to the classroom teacher, and all in one place.

Please follow the letter sent to you from the Northridge school district!! It looks like the letter below!!! Or go to the Northridge School website and Parent Forms instructions are there. :)

If you have not done so yet, please follow the FINALFORMS email you were sent from the district to update contact information/emergency information on your child/children. We are using Final Forms, our new Northridge registration/information system, in order to organize this important information.

We are working hard to try to develop the skill of Focus and Attention at NHS. Our teachers are using collaborative skills and networking with students in hopes to increase academic successes with our students. We actively utilize our Connect period to work EXTRA with your children and provide possible extensions to lessons in the classroom. Our Building Leadership Team have designed a student survey that we give weekly to analyze what teaching strategies the students think are most effective and what barriers they have to focused learning opportunities. We will utilize this data to create better designed instructional plans for our students.

Need a mobile hotspot?

Licking County Library has more than great books! From board games and musical instruments to mobile hotspots and tablets, we can jumpstart your next hobby and pursue your interests. Their array of unique lending materials is listed here!

It's a Great Day to be A Viking!

The Northridge Local School District is committed to ...

Mission: Empowering All Students To Reach Their Fullest Potential.

Viking Values: Trust, Leadership, Communication, Collaboration, Accountability, Integrity & Respect.

Safety: If You See Something, Say Something