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The Onraka house students have won the midterm house party! Their dedication to getting to class on time paid off, and we celebrated their success with games, music, sports, prizes and a delicious nacho bar!
Looking ahead, the end-of-term reward for punctuality will be an exciting field trip to the Loveland Living Aquarium. Which house will come on top? The competition is on!
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Mark your calendars and bring the whole family for an evening of festive music and community spirit!
Enjoy the sounds of the season as our talented students showcase their hard work and musical talent. Admission is free, and all are welcome!
The Symphonic Band, the Concert Band, and the Choir will be performing. Let’s come together to celebrate the season and support our incredible musicians.
When: Thursday, December 12
Time: 6 pm
See you there!
![Winter Dance Showcase, December 18, 6:30 pm]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1681913490/slcschoolsorg/pne5ciru9sxtqleqltaj/CeleNWdance.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1681913490/slcschoolsorg/pne5ciru9sxtqleqltaj/CeleNWdance.png","width":384}])
Get ready for an evening of rhythm, culture, and fun! Our students are excited to show off their moves and celebrate the art of dance. Performances include line dances--Electric Slide, Wobble, Flex, and the Cupid Shuffle--as well as celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Caballo Dorado, Bachata, and Cumbia dances.
When: Wednesday, December 18
Time: 6:30 pm
Join us for a night filled with energy, culture, and community pride. Admission is free, and all are welcome to attend. Let’s dance the night away together!
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Students in Ms. Mauro's Outdoor Science Education class visited Antelope Island at the Great Salt Lake to investigate the lake’s changes over time and explore the reasons behind its historically low water levels.
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A big shoutout to the 31 students who achieved perfect attendance *and* zero tardies during Quarter 1! Your dedication earned you a glow-in-the-dark party and ice cream bar—well done! Last week, we also celebrated 130 students with no tardies for the quarter by treating them to donuts. Fantastic work, everyone! Let’s keep the momentum going for Quarter 2—your hard work pays off!
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Your school counseling team are inviting 8th grade students and their parents to come to an 8th Grade Plan for College and Career Readiness “Individual” Conference. Conference appointments begin November 4th and run through January.
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Northwest Middle School is celebrating a major achievement in reducing chronic absenteeism, lowering the rate from 42 percent to just 10-12 percent! This success stems from creating a welcoming environment where students feel connected. Reaching this goal required implementing targeted interventions to address absences.
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Ms. Posey teaches 8th grade U.S. History at Northwest Middle School, where her students excel through challenging, rigorous learning experiences supported by strong relationships. Her students have earned recognition at both regional and state levels for their National History Day exhibit projects.
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Join us in celebrating two amazing Northwest teachers! Sayre Posey received Salt Lake City School District's 2023-24 Teacher of the Year award. Ms. Posey teaches 8th grade history. Wendy Miller was awarded Salt Lake City School District's 2023-24 Special Education Teacher of the Year. Ms. Miller teaches reading.
