Get ready for Northfield High School fall athletic practices on Monday, Aug. 15, by making sure to register online and submit a printed copy of the participating student's sports physical form.
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Summer Music in 2016
The Northfield Community Band will kick off its free concert series at 7 p.m. on June 9 at Bridge Square. Bring a blanket or chairs at 7 p.m. every following Thursday in June, and enjoy music and the river view from the downtown park.
Dr. Matthew Hillmann to become the next Superintendent of Northfield Public Schools
Northfield Public Schools Board of Education has announced that they will enter into contract negotiations with Dr. Matthew Hillmann to be the next Superintendent of Northfield Public Schools effective July 1, 2016. He is replacing outgoing superintendent Dr. Chris Richardson, who is retiring after 12 years with the District.
ThoughtExchange Results Now Available
Our school community recently took part in an online learning process using ThoughtExchange. The thoughts and priorities have been reviewed and we now want to share the results with you.
Superintendent Richardson Retiring June 30
The Northfield Board of Education accepted Superintendent Chris Richardson’s retirement letter at its meeting on February 22. Click here to read Richardson’s letter.
NHS Teacher Nominated for Teacher of the Year
Jennifer Lompart, Northfield High School English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher, has been nominated for the 2016 Minnesota Teacher of the Year award.
Preschool Open House & Fall Registration
Hand in Hand Preschool will hold an open house & fall registration night for the 2016-17 year on March 3 at Longfellow School.
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
Learn first aid to help a young person experiencing a mental health challenge or mental disorder. Members of the public can register for one of two free classes in February on how to help youth in a mental health crisis.
School Board Member Resigns
At the January 11 School Board meeting the Board regretfully accepted the resignation of Board Member Anne Maple effective January 12, 2016. Ms. Maple was first elected to the School Board in November 2008 and again in November 2012.
Teachers honored by TIES for exceptional use of technology in the classroom
Two teachers from Northfield Public Schools have been honored as TIES Exceptional Teachers at the TIES annual Educational Technology Conference on December 15. Tammy McDonough and Amanda Heinritz were recognized for not only using technology to support learning for their students, but also encouraging colleagues to do the same.