The Boys and Girls Club is up and running according to Ms. Taylor, Program Coordinator. The bus shuttle will bring Northside Boys and Girls Club students to Mariam Boyd every afternoon.
Northside Parents:
Your child received a notice from Mrs. Richardson, Assistant Principal which purpose was to inform parents that students who ride Bus 109 will now be riding Bus 126 starting on Monday, September 27, 2021. The new bus driver is Mrs. Eunice Lewis. The combining of buses according to Mr. Alston Transportation Director was based on the operational needs of the Warren County School District.
We're celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month September 15 - October 15!
¡Celebramos el Mes Nacional de la Herencia Hispana del 15 de septiembre al 15 de octubre!
Learn more: https://www.warrenk12nc.org/article/543776
Northside K-8 Parent Reminder:
Notices went out yesterday for students to take home regarding Thursday's half day (September 23, 2021). Just a reminder, please make arrangements so that when your child is dropped off by the bus, someone is there to receive them.
Northside K-8 Families,
This is Principal Michelle Dunbar.
I want to share information with you about an incident involving one of our school buses this morning. I have received District approval to release this message now.
Around 7:55 a.m., Bus 272 was involved in an accident with another vehicle on US-1 and US-158. The initial investigation into the accident shows the other vehicle turned into the path of the oncoming school bus.
First responders, emergency medical personnel, local law enforcement, and Warren County Schools transportation administrators all quickly responded to the scene of the accident.
Assistant Principal Richardson and I also went out to the scene to check on students, provide support, and make sure they saw familiar faces from the school.
Students were evaluated by EMS at the scene.
One student was taken to the hospital for further evaluation.
The remaining students were taken to school on a different bus. Law enforcement is investigating the accident.
Since the accident, we’ve been checking on our students involved in the accident, making sure they’re all okay, and personally contacting their families to let them know what happened. Knowing that we’re all one Northside family, I also wanted to let you know, and make sure you heard it directly from me with accurate information.
I appreciate the quick, professional, and comforting response from our first responders this morning who helped our students. I also want to commend our students for how they handled themselves in a stressful situation. And lastly, I want to thank all of you for your understanding and continued support of Northside K-8 School.
Replacement Bus 113
Boy's & Girls Club Notification:
Just received word that the club will be closed until October 4, 2021.
Per Mrs. Taylor Program Coordinator.
Our top two priorities this school year are to keep students and staff attending school in person and to keep them healthy. We are committed to doing everything we can to keep our schools open and minimize the spread of COVID-19. In order to do that, we need your help. Learn how: https://www.warrenk12nc.org/page/covid-19-health-information
Parent Notification:
"WeCare COVID-19 Testing" did not take place today.
In addition, Warren County Schools is using a new texting system. You will need to respond by typing "START" as indicated in order to receive important text messages.
iReady Math testing will start tomorrow.
Northside Parent Reminder:
WeCare COVID-19 weekly Monday testing is expected to begin tomorrow, September 13, 2021. Only those students who have parent consent (yellow form returned) will be tested. According to Superintendent Sutton in his parent letter stated "Your child will be shown how to test themselves, by simply touching the inside of their mouth with a long, skinny cotton swab. The samples will be sent to a lab and you will be notified of the results within 24-48 hours. "
Northside K-8 Bulldog Families:
Please ask your child for the very important letter that was sent to you on behalf of Superintendent Sutton.
The letter was to inform you of the newly established partnership between Warren County Schools and WeCare COVID-19 weekly testing. Please complete and return the form giving your child permission to be tested weekly. According to Superintendent Sutton "The WeCare testing service is provided at no cost to Warren County Schools. The federal government will cover the cost for anyone who doesn't have insurance. The weekly WeCare testing will help identify students and staff who have COVID-19, but don't know it because they don't have any symptoms. This will allow you to better protect your family and friends, by knowing if your child has COVID-19." This is just one of the ways we're doing everything we can to keep our schools open for students to attend in-person. "
Testing will occur starting Monday, September 13, 2021 for those families and staff members who have completed and returned the consent form.
Northside Bulldog Families Reminder:
No School Tomorrow Labor Holiday.
mClass Testing (K-3rd Grade Reading) and iReady Testing (4th Grade-8th Grade Reading/K-8th Math) will begin this week. EOG Reading scores just released from the North Carolina Department of Instruction and have all been mailed home as of Friday, September 3, 2021.
Northside welcomes our two new international teachers Mr. Moguel (Specials Spanish Teacher) and Mrs. Carias (Kindergarten Dual Language Teacher).
Special thank you to all our parents who are reminding their children how important it is to keep their mask on while riding the bus and in school. Students do receive outdoor mask breaks and teachers remind students of the importance of social distancing).
We would like to thank all of our parents who came up last week to pick up their children's chromebooks. Chromebook pick up hours are now from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. We thank those parents who took advantage last week of the late Chromebook pick up hours which were Monday through Thursday last week. Special thank you to all our staff members for assisting with the Chromebook distribution and to Mrs. Vick.
We are extremely proud of our students, parents, social workers, mentors, nurses and staff members for all their efforts in starting out the school year with a high daily attendance rate.
Northside is off to a great start!
FYI: Vaughan Elementary and Warren County High School have been moved to remote learning for students because of staffing shortages. Classes will be online only until next week. Details: https://bit.ly/3mXUMXE
- Posted on Wednesday, September 1, 2021
Northside Chromebook Distribution All Grades:
Tuesday, August 31, 2021
Last name starts with A-M (9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.).
Last name starts with N-Z (4:00 p.m. -6:00 p.m.)
There will still be a $20.00 chromebook rental fee, and paperwork will need to be completed. The paperwork will be sent home on Monday, August 30, 2021. Parents will need to return with their child's paperwork already completed along with the $20 rental fee. Cash only will be accepted no checks.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation as we ensure our children have what they need should there be a change in face to face instruction.
Northside Bulldog Families:
First day of school is tomorrow August 23, 2021. School begins at 8:00 a.m. and ends at 3:15 p.m. Students are considered late if they arrive after 8:15 a.m.
Car Rider Area is now located in the back of the building. Bus Rider Area is now located in the front of the building.
Parents nor visitors are allowed in the building due to COVID-19 Variant Safety Protocols in effective. Masking wearing within the building is mandatory for all. Teachers will provide students with mask breaks throughout the day.
Assistant Principal Richardson will be handling all bus concerns. Parents please have your child outside waiting for the bus at least 10 to 15 minutes ahead of time. All students must wear a mask prior to boarding the buses. Temperature checks will be conducted.
Desk shields, cleaning supplies and other protective personal supplies have been provided for all classrooms to provide another layer of protection for our students.
We are excited about our students returning back to school and safety is our number one priority.
Welcome Back Northside K-8 School Bulldogs!
Face To Face Open House August 19, 2021
Mask and Temperature Checks Conducted Prior To Entrance.
Staggered Entry Schedule By Student Last Name:
A-J (1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.)
K-P ( 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
Q-Z (4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. )
We will be partner will a local food bank and for every 3 cans of food donated per family, parents will receive a book titled "Reading Magic (Why Reading Aloud to Our Children Will Change Their Lives Forever!) or How to Raise a Reader" while supplies last. Teachers will be supplied with student starter school supplies (notebooks and pencils) which will be distributed while supplies last during Open House.
Virtual Academy Open House date has not been set by the District yet.
We can't wait to see you!
Good Morning Northside Bulldog Families:
It's official we will be continuing optional wearing of school uniforms. School uniforms for the upcoming school year are no longer mandatory for the 2021-2022 school year. Non-uniform dress code guidelines for the 2021-2022 school year are being reviewed and will be posted once approved.
The first day of school on the school calendar is August 23, 2021. Currently, there will be in person instruction here at Northside K-8. Parents who completed the virtual learning application will be contacted in early August regarding their child's acceptance status.
Northside Middle School student acceptance letters for rising 6th graders went out in June. Special welcome to our new Northside Middle School students. Northside PreK-8 school-wide open house dates will be shared next week.
Information on grade level placement for Camp Luau recommended students will take place next week. Parents will be contact directly by Principal Dunbar. Parents please make sure your correct contact information is on file here at the school. We are so proud of our students who attended this fantastic program. Mrs. Richardson will be sending at a Camp Luau close out message this afternoon.
We value and appreciate our students, teachers, parents, staff members and community partnerships. Get ready for an exciting school year!
Attention: Northside K-8 Parents
Northside K-8 School 2020-2021 COVID-19 School Year Title I Family Engagement Survey. Parents you will be sent a link via Dojo to provide feedback. On behalf of our Northside K-8 staff members, I thank you in advance for your feedback. Special thank to everyone for all your support this school year.
https://forms.gle/Loczmd1ePppLZh41A
Principal Dunbar
Parent Announcement Northside K-8 School
Greetings Camp Luau students and families. Camp Luau is off to a fantastic start!
Our instructional day is from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Parents, just a reminder that there is no camp on Fridays.
Students are engaged in exciting curriculums such as the Triple Play program through the Boys and Girls Club, 4H activities, and the Mars program. Parents, we are still focusing on the core content areas Reading, Math, and Science.
The Boys and Girls Club After Camp program is still accepting applications. If you are interested, please contact Mr. Hickey or Mrs. Richardson. Thank you for sending your children to Camp Luau!
Aloha.
Have a great weekend.
Mrs. Richardson (Camp Site Director)
Congratulations Northside Bulldog Graduates!
Congratulations Award Recipients!
Special thank you to all our staff members, and parents who came out today to support our children.
Northside K-8 School Parent Reminders:
Drive Through Promotion/Celebrations/Awards Day Schedule:
June 7, 2021
1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. (PreK)
2:00 p.m. -3:00 p.m.(Kindergarten)
3:15 p.m. -4:15 p.m. (5th Grade)
4:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. (8th Grade)
6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. (1st Grade -7th Grade)
Parents please contact your child's teacher, if you are still unsure about whether or not your child will be receiving an award.
Chromebook collection continues this week all grade levels.
Summer Camp forms still being accepted and now open to all students. Summer camp begins June 14, 2021.
Northside K-8 Middle School (rising 6th graders) applications are still being accepted. If we do not receive an application for your child, that means you have selected for your child to attend Warren County Middle School. All selections are final after the application deadline. Parents of 5th graders, if you need another application sent out to you, please contact the main office.
On behalf of Northside K-8 School, we have truly enjoyed working with all our students and parents. We look forward to see you all next school year which starts on Monday, August 23, 2021.
Slots are filling up fast for our 5 Star PreK Program. June is open enrollment month. Parents if you know of anyone who has PreK age children, please let them know about this wonderful opportunity at Northside.