Despite the subzero temperatures outside, eighteen top-spelling contestants represented all three middle school grade levels at the 30th annual District Spelling Bee last night.
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School Delayed Two Hours
Northfield Public Schools will begin two hours late on Thursday, Jan. 23, because of the extreme cold weather.
Alumnus Award Nominations Open
The Northfield High School is accepting nominations from the community for the Distinguished Alumnus Award, to be presented at the annual Academic Awards and Distinguished Alumni Scholarship Program on April 30.
Taking it Outside – a new adventure category
With adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts in mind, Community Services has added a new “outdoor adventure” category to recreation programs. Starting this month, youth and adults can snowshoe at night, ski with an expert, or participate in bouldering or other team-based activities.
Transformational Technology Update Meetings
Northfield Public Schools would like to invite members of the public to share feedback from the first semester of the Transformational Technology initiative, during two public meetings in January.
[Updated] School Closed; Some Activities Continue As Scheduled
Northfield Public Schools will be closed on Tuesday, Jan. 7, because of the continued extreme cold.
Governor Directs Schools to Close
Governor Mark Dayton directed Minnesota public schools to close on Monday, Jan. 6, because of the extreme cold weather predicted. All district classes and activities have been canceled for Monday, Jan. 6.
Look Forward to Spring Classes
Start planning 2014, with Northfield Public Schools Community Services. Browse or register for classes online, or check your mailbox for the winter/spring brochure.
Students Publish History Book
Last night KARE 11 featured a story about the district’s new history textbook, written by Northfield Middle School SCOPE students specifically for third graders.
Costume Closet Sale
From Darth Vader to fairy princesses, check out the affordable costumes at the Community Services Costume Closet this weekend.