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Archive: Featured
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.
‘Sports Special Sale’ Among Minnesota Programs Highlighted
At Monday's meeting of the Northfield Board of Education, the Minnesota Community Education Association presented Community Services with a 2015 MCEA Project Award for the annual Sports Special Sale, a scholarship fundraiser that helps kids participate in local programs.
2016-2017 Calendar Approved
The calendar for the 2016-2017 school year was approved by the Northfield Board of Education in October.
Northfield Public Schools celebrates American Education Week
American Education Week presents all people with a wonderful opportunity to celebrate public education and honor individuals who are making a difference in ensuring that every child receives a quality education.