Reminder...kindgergarten registration is scheduled for March 13, 2026. Be sure to complete the form below to get started.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1IORBbGRkd3Rr2ubXNf1jKAQ5B7u02pLGW1vt2QgFj_Y/preview
18 days ago, NWSD
Kindergarten Registration March 13, 2026
Northwestern Elementary had a very special surprise visitor yesterday! A former Northwestern student, now a Chief in the United States Navy, Erika Smith, returned to speak with our elementary students. She and her fellow sailors were honored to receive the Christmas cards our students created with Mrs. Borland. It was a meaningful moment as she shared her experiences and appreciation to our students for their kindness and generosity. We are so proud to see one of our own serving our country and inspiring the next generation!
about 2 hours ago, NWSD
Erika Smith
Erika Smith with Mrs. Borland
Erika Smith speaking to students
Erika Smith with students
Sample Christmas card
Emerson Swanson and Alexander Lincoln competed at PJAS on Saturday at Penn State Behrend.  Emerson earned first place and is advancing to the state competition on May.  Alex placed second. Congratulations!
2 days ago, NWSD
Alexander Lincoln and Emerson Swanson at PJAS

Northwestern Girls basketball will play Eisenhower at Mercyhurst University on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 starting at 6:00 PM.

Tickets can be purchased online at https://www.piaadistrict10.org/d10-tickets or at the gate for $10 (exact change required).

2 days ago, NWSD
Congratulations to Joe Holdsworth! He is advancing to the PIAA Regional Wrestling Tournament🐾
2 days ago, NWSD
Joe Holdsworth with Coach Cherry and Coach Baumgardner
Our music department is States bound! Congratulations to Hallie Johnson, Bryce Burtt and Nor Ella Braner on a successful Regional Chorus Festival, held at DuBois High School. Hallie will be advancing to State Chorus in the Poconos in April. We are very proud of our wildcats!🐾🎶
2 days ago, NWSD
Region Chorus participants
Region Chorus at Dubois High School
Region Chorus participants
Families gathered at Northwestern Elementary for a Title I family math night on Thursday. Students were challenged to complete activities and play games that required them to use the math skills they've been working on all year. They practiced time, geometry, coordinate graphing, using calculators, multiplication and more. Thank you to all of the families that came out to join us!
4 days ago, NWSD
Family Math Night
Family Math Night
Family Math Night
Family Math Nigh
Family Math Night
Family Math Night
Family Math Night
Family Math Night
Family Math Night
Family Math Night
Our high school PAW Mentor group held a unique fundraiser last week. Students were able to purchase and send a singing gram to celebrate Valentine's Day. The group delivered over 100 musical messages, enjoy the short video clip showing some highlights from the day!

https://youtube.com/shorts/grFmv3j2TZE?feature=share
6 days ago, NWSD
The instrumental part of our music program has had a busy couple of weekends! On February 7th, students Bryce Burtt, Madalyn Prenatt, Deeann Hawley, Dolan Feltenberger, Nor Ella Braner, and Krystal Hosack performed at the District 2 Band Festival at Fairview High School. Madalyn earned 4th chair on euphonium and Deeann earned 5th on flute, earning them both a seat at the Region Band Festival, which is being hosted at Northwestern from March 19th-21st! Stay tuned for additional details for the Region II Band Festival!

On February 13th, Madalyn Prenatt performed in the District 2 Jazz Band Festival. Madalyn auditioned in the fall for her spot in the ensemble and represented Northwestern well as we added this additional festival for our music students!
6 days ago, NWSD
Student at District 2 Jazz Band Festival
Students at Region Band Festival
High school juniors and seniors....save the date for this year's prom, May 9th.

More information will be shared as far as ticket sales and prices in the coming weeks.
7 days ago, NWSD
Save the Date for Prom May 9, 2026

News from Northwestern High School---The principal’s cabinet, administration and teachers have selected our group of #PAWSForward winners for the month of February.

The students who are voted on in each grade represent one or many of the four PAWSForward traits. These traits include the following:

(P) for (positive) and respectful to teachers and classmates

(A) for (Active) in clubs and activities

(W) for (Willing) to go above and beyond to help others

(S) for (Strong) in mind and motivation.

The four selected students for February are as follows:

9th Grade: Layne Feltenberger- Positive: nominated by Mrs. Shipton

10th Grade: Michael Black- All of the traits: nominated by Mr. Petty

11th Grade: Apryl Wright- All of the traits but especially positive: nominated by Ms. Campbell

12th Grade: Arla Wadsworth- Positive, Active and Strong-minded nominated by Mr. Petty

Congratulations to all winners who will receive a free lunch of their choice!

7 days ago, NWSD
Arla Wadsworth
Apryl Wright
Michael Black
Layne Feltenberger
This week our Northwestern High School Principal's Cabinet members Sophie Brooks and Madelyn Johnston continued Part III of our Positive Talks with Middle School series. Cabinet members spoke to 8th graders about transitioning to the high school and self advocacy. Great job girls!
14 days ago, NWSD
Positive Talks with 8th Graders
Positive Talks with 8th Graders
Northwestern Elementary Germ Wars will be Monday February 23rd through Friday February 27th.
14 days ago, NWSD
Germ Wars at Northwestern Elementary
Germ Wars at Northwestern Elementary

Last week Dylan McNeish was sworn in as a junior supervisor for Elk Creek Township. Dylan is a junior at Northwestern HS, a member of the National Honor Society, and the Albion FFA.

Northwestern High School students continue to lead and make impacts in their school community. Go Cats!

14 days ago, NWSD
Dylan McNeish Sworn in as Junior Supervisor in Elk Creek Township
Calling all future girls basketball players in grades K-2....more information to come from Coach Sawin in the coming days.
20 days ago, NWSD
Little Dribblers
Mrs. Logan’s Kindergarten students embarked on a top secret mission to save the 100th Day of School!

After completing registration and fingerprinting, students made their way via a hand scan and lasers to Headquarters - where they were inducted in the CIA - Classroom Investigation Agency. 🕵🏻

Agents tested their skills through a series of math and literacy based missions to collect evidence to unlock where Agent 99 was keeping Zero the Hero.

At the end of the day, students were able to work as a team and decode the secret message and help rescue Zero! And, as a thank you - agents were awarded a special spy kit!! Check out their day of top secret fun at the link below.

https://www.canva.com/design/DAHAXSAaLUg/5MR7RaBUpmCYVEGdbxz4aQ/watch?utm_content=DAHAXSAaLUg&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h3e86a2bea8
20 days ago, NWSD
More 100th day of school fun from 1st graders at Northwestern Elementary ...
21 days ago, NWSD
100th Day Fun
100th Day Fun
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100th Day Fun
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100th Day Fun
100th Day Fun
100th Day Fun
100th Day Fun
What better way to kickoff February than with a celebration for the 100th day of school?! Mrs. Johnson's first grade students spent their day engaging in fun lessons and activities.
21 days ago, NWSD
100th Day Fun
100th Day Fun
100th Day Fun
100th Day Fun
100th Day Fun
100th Day Fun
100th Day Fun
100th Day Fun
100th Day Fun
100th Day Fun
It's National School Counseling Week! We would like to give a quick shout out to our amazing counseling team at NW!

Counselors Miss Campbell & Mr. Nieder, Secretary Mrs. Frawley at Northwestern High School
Counselor Mrs. Hannah and Secretary, Mrs. Duda at Northwestern Middle School
Counselor Mrs. Andrews and Student Support Services Specialist Mrs. Finazzo at Northwestern & Springfield Elementary

Thank you for always supporting and encouraging the students to be successful each and every day!
#NSCW26
22 days ago, NWSD
Happy National School Counseling Week
The winners for the Principal’s Cabinet January Attendance Award sponsored by Bethesda Lutheran Services are in!
Overall, in the high School we had 83 total students attend every single school day in a cold January, with that being said, pictured from R to L:
9th Grade- Layla Blood
11th Grade- Braeden Reynolds
10th Grade- Jaelyn Patton
12th Grade- Zoey Johnson
Northwestern Truancy Officer- Alexis Canfield
Each student was awarded a $25 dollar gift card of their choice, congratulations to the selected students!
25 days ago, NWSD
January Attendance Award-Layla Blood, Braeden Reynolds, Jaelyn Patton, Zoey Johnson