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Northwest Local is currently working on developing a new three year strategic plan.  We would like to get feedback from the following stakeholder groups: 

  • Teachers & Staff
  • Parents/Family
  • Community Members

 

The survey links will close on May 15, 2026. 

Please click on the link or scan the QR Code below that represents your stakeholder group.

A graphic promoting a survey for teachers and staff in the Northwest Local School District.    A graphic promoting a parent survey for Northwest Local School District.  A community survey graphic with text inviting participation in a school district's strategic plan.

      

Northwest’s Spring State Testing Schedule northwest chromebook

The district has set the testing schedule for the spring state assessments in April and May.  Please see the tables below for testing dates in each school building.

Northwest High School
Date End-of Course Exam
Wednesday, April 15, 2026 ELA 10
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 Algebra and Geometry
Thursday, April 23, 2026 US History and Government
Tuesday, April 28, 2026 Biology
Northwest Middle School
Date State Assessment
Thursday, April 9, 2026 ELA  – All Grades
Friday, April 10, 2026 ELA – All Grades
Thursday, April 16, 2026 Science – 8th Grade
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 Math – All Grades
Thursday, April 23, 2026 Math – All Grades

W.S. Stinson Elementary
Date State Assessment
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 ELA – All Grades
Wednesday, April 15, 2026 ELA – All Grades
Tuedsay, April 21, 2026 Math – All Grades
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 Math – All Grades
Tuesday, April 28, 2026 Science – 5th Grade
Wednesday, April 29, 2026 Science – 5th Grade

 

kindergartenRegistering your child for kindergarten is an exciting first step toward their educational journey.

Our kindergarten program is designed to create a warm, nurturing environment where young learners feel supported as they explore new concepts and skills. The registration process is simple, with friendly staff available to guide you through each step, from gathering the necessary documents to selecting the best-fit program for your child. Early registration also ensures access to a range of resources, including family orientation sessions and school readiness information. We’re eager to partner with you to make this transition smooth and welcoming, laying a strong foundation for your child’s academic success.
 

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  • Northwest Local is currently working on developing a new three year strategic plan.  We would like to get feedback from the following stakeholder groups: 

    • Teachers & Staff
    • Parents/Family
    • Community Members

     

    The survey links will close on May 15, 2026. 

    Please click on the link or scan the QR Code below that represents your stakeholder group.

    A graphic promoting a survey for teachers and staff in the Northwest Local School District.    A graphic promoting a parent survey for Northwest Local School District.  A community survey graphic with text inviting participation in a school district's strategic plan.

          

  • Northwest’s Spring State Testing Schedule northwest chromebook

    The district has set the testing schedule for the spring state assessments in April and May.  Please see the tables below for testing dates in each school building.

    Northwest High School
    Date End-of Course Exam
    Wednesday, April 15, 2026 ELA 10
    Tuesday, April 21, 2026 Algebra and Geometry
    Thursday, April 23, 2026 US History and Government
    Tuesday, April 28, 2026 Biology
    Northwest Middle School
    Date State Assessment
    Thursday, April 9, 2026 ELA  – All Grades
    Friday, April 10, 2026 ELA – All Grades
    Thursday, April 16, 2026 Science – 8th Grade
    Wednesday, April 22, 2026 Math – All Grades
    Thursday, April 23, 2026 Math – All Grades

    W.S. Stinson Elementary
    Date State Assessment
    Tuesday, April 14, 2026 ELA – All Grades
    Wednesday, April 15, 2026 ELA – All Grades
    Tuedsay, April 21, 2026 Math – All Grades
    Wednesday, April 22, 2026 Math – All Grades
    Tuesday, April 28, 2026 Science – 5th Grade
    Wednesday, April 29, 2026 Science – 5th Grade

     

  • kindergartenRegistering your child for kindergarten is an exciting first step toward their educational journey.

    Our kindergarten program is designed to create a warm, nurturing environment where young learners feel supported as they explore new concepts and skills. The registration process is simple, with friendly staff available to guide you through each step, from gathering the necessary documents to selecting the best-fit program for your child. Early registration also ensures access to a range of resources, including family orientation sessions and school readiness information. We’re eager to partner with you to make this transition smooth and welcoming, laying a strong foundation for your child’s academic success.
     

    Enroll Today

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May 12, 2026

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Dear Northwest Community Families,I am writing to provide you with an important update regarding an incident involving one of our school buses this afternoon.This afternoon, the bus serving Route 2...

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April 24, 2026

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Hello everyone in the Northwest Community,Your voice matters! This is a friendly reminder to participate in our Strategic Planning Survey, located on our school website.We value your feedback as we...

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April 17, 2026

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Hello to All in the Northwest Community!We will have our Strategic Planning Survey available soon to everyone throughout the Northwest Community. This will be available to you for the next month. W...

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