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PTA Reflections 2011

November 16, 2011 by Northwood News Leave a Comment

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2011 PTA Reflections

The annual PTA Reflections program gives children the opportunity to express
themselves through art forms inspired by a specific theme. The theme for this
year is: “Diversity Means…” Students may enter in one of six categories:
Literature, dance, music, photography, visual arts, or film. The deadline for
all entries is Monday, December 12th.

For more information contact Kristin Lenz at kristinbl@yahoo.com

Entry forms can be accessed at: http://www.ptareflections.org/cs/student_entry_form

Go here for the official rules: http://www.ptareflections.org/cs/general_student_rules

Grounds Committee Update

November 10, 2011 by Northwood News Leave a Comment

Thanks to all of you for keeping up your gardens this past summer and fall. With the weather changing, the beds should now be ready for winter. There are a few beds that are still in dire need of weeding one last time, including my own. Please try and fit this in over the next week if possible, I hear snow is on the way. Also, we were unable to get the wood chips down before winter for several red-tape reasons but our plan is to have it done in early spring so we can start next year’s growing season ahead of those nasty weeds . Also, Pat Grimes will be sending an email regarding a garden fundraising committee to help raise money for future garden projects. Please look for her email in the next few weeks.

If you would like additional information regarding the Grounds Committee and how you could help or adopt a garden, please fill out the form below.

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Thanks!

Linda

Northwood Familes UnPLUGGED!

November 7, 2011 by Northwood News Leave a Comment

This year Northwood families are challenged to get UNPLUGGED for at least one day during the first full week of every month. UNPLUG the TV, phones, computer, video games, etc. and PLUG in to your family. Get active, get out and get going! Activities you can do with your family include but are not limited to:

Bike Riding
Hiking
Skating (roller or ice)
Walking
Playing board games
Reading
Crafts
Going to the library/attending library programs
Going to the park
Playing football, baseball, basketball
Swimming
Visiting a nature center or state park nature program

Here is an additional link for ideas on how to get Unplugged!

http://www.turnoffyourtv.com/turnoffweek/TV.turnoff.week.html

Try any of these or one of your own favorites. Either way, we’d like to know. Each month you can submit your UNPLUGGED family activity. All entries will be eligible for a monthly prize drawing during the month submitted. There will also be an end of the year prize drawing. Prizes and end of year drawing details will be published at a later date.

Northwood Families Unplugged weeks are:

2011
October 2-8
November 6-12
December 4-10

2012
January 1-7
February 5-11
March 4-10
April 1-7
May 6-12

Email Contact for monthly prize submissions and questions is: NWFamiliesUnplugged@gmail.com

Keep your eye on the Northwood Notes and E-news for updates and reminders.

Yoga for 1st through 5th Grade

October 10, 2011 by Northwood News

Hi, Yogis!

Northwood Yoga for 1st-3rd graders will be on Thursdays, starting October 13th ending Nov.15th. It is after school from 4:00-5:05 in the gym (there is time for a light snack). No class on Thursday, Nov. 3rd or Tuesday, Nov. 8th.

Northwood Yoga for 3rd graders will be on Tuesdays OR Thursdays (pick one:), starting October 11th OR October 13th. This session will be five weeks. No class on Thursday, Nov. 3rd or Tuesday, November 8th. It is after school from 4:00-5:05pm in the gym (there is time for a light snack).

Northwood Yoga for 4th-5th graders will be on Tuesdays, starting October 11th for five weeks, ending Nov. 15th. It is after school from 4:00-5:05 in the gym (there is time for a light snack). No class on November 8th (Tues.).

For anyone who has a scheduling discrepancy, feel free to join/swap an occasional Tuesday class that works for you. I’d appreciate it if you let me know if you are switching a day, or if your child will not be attending by sending me an email or altering the spreadsheet.

If interested, please:
1) Print and fill out permission form for first day of class (attached).
2) Sign your child in to class (there is a max capacity, so be sure to commit by adding their name): TUESDAY YOGA – THURSDAY YOGA.
3) Have payment ready by first day of class ($40). You can send cash or checks payable to Namaste Neighborhood or NN Yoga, or if you would like to pay via PayPal, go here.
4) If you care to, like us on Facebook here. It’s a great way to see what we are up to and to get updates.

Hope to see you there!
Namaste,
Janna

September 30th – Attend The Michigan Bullying Prevention Summit on 9/30

September 20, 2011 by Northwood News Leave a Comment

The Michigan Bullying Prevention Summit
Kellogg Center, East Lansing
September 30, 2011
8:00 am to 3:30 pm

Event Information and Online Registration Here

The Summit will feature nationally recognized speakers sharing what works in bullying prevention as well as expert presenters from local institutions such as Cooley Law School, the Michigan State Police and MSU’s School of Social Work. The event will conclude with a town hall meeting aimed at identifying next steps. All concerned citizens are encouraged to participate.

Featured Presentations:
“A Review of Michigan Cyber Crime Laws –
Cyberbullying, Sexting, & Other High Tech Crimes”
Pat Corbett, J.D.
Professor
Cooley Law School

“Breaking the Cycle”
Marjorie Gilberg
Executive Director
Break the Cycle

“Best Practices in Bullying Prevention”
Dr. Marlene Snyder
Associate Professor
Institute of Family & Neighborhood Life
Clemson University

“Bullying & Suicide Prevention”
Maureen Underwood, LCSW, CGP
Clinical and Professional Advisory Board
Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide

Nighthawks Noon Walker Program

September 20, 2011 by Northwood News Leave a Comment

The Nighthawks Noon Walker Program returns Tuesday, September 27th!

Come walk during your lunch recess at the Northwood playground and earn points toward your mileage goal.

- Toe tokens for every 5 miles walked!
- Trophy for the classroom that has the most miles walked!

Questions? Please contact Stephanie Gerwolls at sgerwolls@gmail.com or Jen Armstrong at jenarmstrong87@gmail.com

Northwood Noon Walkers Program

May 18, 2011 by Northwood News Leave a Comment

Hey Northwood!
Come join the Nighthawks Noon Walkers Program!
___________________________
What: Walk during your lunch recess and earn points toward your mileage goal.
Where: Northwood grounds
When: Starting Tuesday, May 9th
Why: Exercise is good for growing bodies!
How: See Northwood News for more info.
Any questions email Pat Grimes @ grimesclan@wowway.com or Jen Armstrong @ jenarmstrong@wowway.com

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ECO NIGHT – Wednesday, May 4th

April 20, 2011 by Northwood News Leave a Comment

ECO NIGHT
Wednesday, May 4th
6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Cafetorium

!!Bats, Bees, Birds and More!!
Come get your Green On – All of Northwood is invited to ECO Night
Sierra Club, RO Community Garden, Wild Birds Unlimited, Honey Bees and Cranbrook’s LIVE Bat Display
Fun, Food and Facts for everyone!

Come sample local Michigan Products, compliments of the Ecology Club at Northwood. Experience Honey Bees, sample honey and check out the Bat Zone with live bats from Cranbrook. Learn about rain gardens and rain barrels with the Sierra Club and composting with SOCWA. Get information from Wild Birds Unlimited and the RO Community Farm and see what Two Women & a Hoe can teach you about the right plants for our area.

Talent Show Sign Up – Feb 10th

January 31, 2011 by Northwood News Leave a Comment

Sign-up: February10th 4:00-5:00 pm
Northwood Art Room
Mandatory Dress Rehearsal: March 22 & 23rd
6-8pm in the Northwood Cafeteria
Talent Show: March 24 & 25th 6:30 pm in the Northwood Cafeteria
*Talent show acts should not exceed 3 minutes in length
*All acts will be assigned a dress rehearsal time following sign –up

*Please note that this year we are also allowing 4th&5th Grade students to sign up as stagehands. Please fill out the sign up sheet and write stagehand in type of act. We will try to give every Child who wishes to work as a stagehand a job but, your child must commit to coming early to dress rehearsal, shows and be staying late on at least 2 of the 4 nights.

If you have any questions please contact Stephanie Day:
248-303-5020 stephday1221@yahoo.com
You can also find information and forms at the Northwood – PDF Sign Up form

PTA website: www.neropta.com

Use the Online Form

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Battle of the Books – January

December 7, 2010 by Northwood News Leave a Comment

BATTLE OF THE BOOKS

**Current Month’s Book titles are listed in the Right Sidebar**

On-Line Sign Up Sheet

The January game night will be Tuesday, January 18. The book titles are listed to the right. You MUST sign up on line each time. If you sign up with a group, please include e-mails and or phone numbers so we can contact every member of the group.

Questions: Lori Woznicki at woz4 @ mac.com or Alisa Hill at alisahill @ att.net

Battle of the Books

Name of Student(required)
Grade(required)
Phone Number(required)
Email(valid email required)

Books

Because of Mr. Terupt, by Bob Butrabr> The Liberation of Gabriel King, by K.L. Going
Stir It Up: A Novel by Ramin Ganeshram
Frindle, by Andrew Clemens
Monster Bugs, by Margery Facklam
The Other Side, by Jagcquline Woodson
*
Do you have friend (s) you would like to join on your team?
Remember they need to read the same book.
Could you be convinced to write questions for a book?
Students may read the story themselves, read with a friend, or you may read the book to your child!! Student need to have their book read before the game on Wednesday at 6:30 pm (see date on calendar).
Questions: Lori Woznicki at woz4@mac.com

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PTA Reflections 2011

Grounds Committee Update

Northwood Familes UnPLUGGED!

Yoga for 1st through 5th Grade

September 30th – Attend The Michigan Bullying Prevention Summit on 9/30

Nighthawks Noon Walker Program

Northwood Noon Walkers Program

ECO NIGHT – Wednesday, May 4th

Talent Show Sign Up – Feb 10th

Use the Online Form

Battle of the Books – January

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