Helpful articles about family care and how to cope with current circumstances.
Attention :
Priority based budget reductions: The district shared the priority based budget reduction information with families on March 5. You can read the message and view the priority budget reduction recommendations here.
The district has also published an FAQ. This document will be updated as needed.
A community meeting for public input on the recommended reductions will be held on Thursday, April 3, 2025, from 6-8:30 pm, in the Northfield Middle School auditorium. Please note the date change; this meeting was initially scheduled for March 11.
Relaxation Resources
During a school year that looks nothing like any other we’ve ever experienced, Northfield Public Schools wants families and students – from our newest learners starting their first days in pre-K to our rising senior class of 2021 – to know that we care about their mental health and emotional well-being. To offer a bit of support, this virtual calming space is intended to provide easy access to resources that can help families and students relax during the unprecedented months ahead.
Here for You
Please note, the resources below are for educational purposes and are not intended as interventions or as a substitute for treatment.
We are always here for you. If your student needs emotional help, access the staff directory to find contact information for your child’s principal, school social worker or guidance counselor. Rice County Social Services also provides services to families. Contact them at 507.332.6115.
Family Care
PBS Articles
- PBS Article: How to Help Your Child Successfully Transition Back to School
- PBS Article: Help Children Cope with Back-to-School Anxiety
- PBS Article: How You and Your Kids Can De-Stress During Coronavirus
- PBS Article: How Mindfulness Can Help Kids (and Parents!) Weather Emotional Storms
Teen Health Resources
Mindfulness Resources
Activities
Educational, hands-on activities for all ages.
Nature-Inspired Activities
Arts & Crafts Activities
Guided Imagery Videos
Guided imagery videos to transport you to calming spaces.
Calming Music
Calming music tracks to help you ease your mind and relax.