Tuesday, February 13th: Due to the expected snowstorm, Warwick Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, February 13th. Due to the potential for power outages, this will be a no-school snow day and not a Distance Learning (DL) Day. There will also be no after-school or evening activities. Additionally, the School Committee Meeting that was originally scheduled for tomorrow evening has been rescheduled to Thursday 2/15/24.
The boys Let Me Run program for grades 3-5 is back for the spring season at Norwood School! Details and sign-up found here: https://letmerun.org/find-a-team?zip=rhode+island
Registration for our Title I Preschool program is now open! Qualifying students must be 4 years of age on or before September 1st, 2024, and live in one of the following school areas; Oakland Beach, Lippitt, Scott, Hoxsie, or Norwood. Morning or afternoon class, 5 days a week. Register here: https://forms.gle/qpXYDQaL5SYXoCHK7
Norwood families had a wonderful time during Family Yoga with Ms. Bonnie last Tuesday evening. There is room for a few more families, please fill out this brief form if you plan to attend: https://forms.gle/N1UxByg5UZACNpTH7
Just a quick correction to our busy February calendar - Feb 9th is our 100th day.
It will be Superbowl Vs 100th Day so lots of choices to dress up for the day!!
Candy Boxes are still available for sale. We have 45 boxes left to make our goal!!
Please send an email to janice.ruggieri@warwickschools.org if you would like to have your student sell more. Please provide the student name and grade.
The deadline for return is 2/15/24.
Girls on the Run
Reminder - Red Robin Dine Out Night is tonight!!
Missing all those backpack flyers? They moved from backpacks to our website. Check out the Community Updates Page!
Title I grownups, save the date! We are having a very special coffee hour with Safety Coordinator Maggiacomo on the morning of Wednesday, February 7th. He will be discussing the Rave mobile app that will be used by staff as a safety measure in our schools. This event is not open to the public.
Yoga with Ms.Bonnie
Tuesdays from 6:00 pm-7:15 pm.
Dates are: Jan. 30, Feb. 6, Feb. 13, Feb. 27 and March 5.
Sign up today! Family Dinner Workshop with URI Snap Education, Tuesday, February 27th at the Warwick Public Library in the Idea Studio
Are you looking for new meal ideas that your kids will eat? Join us for a fun, hands-on healthy cooking and eating workshop for the whole family. Dinner and giveaways will be provided. Please register here: https://forms.gle/JsegFsB78gfByXjG8
Beginning on Tuesday, Jan. 30, please join us for Norwood Family Yoga Night with Ms. Bonnie. For all levels of yoga expertise - beginners are greatly encouraged to attend - the class will include the basics of yoga in a playful and fun family-style practice. The class will end with a meditation, followed by a mindfulness activity. The Tuesday evening classes run from 6:00-7:15 pm for 5 sessions: 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/27 and 3/5. Students MUST attend with a parent or guardian. Please sign up here https://forms.gle/5sYJxwtykCvkBVsX8
Souper Bowl Challenge!!
Congratulations to our very own Mrs. Pina!!!! Truly amazing!!!!
Special Services has some exciting news regarding an incredible opportunity for recognition within the Norwood School Community.
The Providence Bruins and Sargent Rehabilitation Center have joined forces to honor local teachers who consistently demonstrate extraordinary dedication and commitment to their schools and students through the Educators in the Spotlight program.
I am delighted to let you know that Kristen Pina, a Special Educator at Norwood Elementary School, has been nominated for this esteemed recognition.
Kristen is truly exceptional in her role at Norwood Elementary. Her commitment, dedication, and natural leadership skills create an inclusive and supportive learning environment. Her innate ability to personalize learning experiences ensures that each student in her classroom thrives by receiving tailored instructional approaches that address their diverse needs.
Moreover, Kristen's tireless advocacy for inclusive education fosters academic growth and plays a pivotal role in cultivating social development, enriching the social landscape of the entire Norwood Elementary School community.
Winter Creations Night - See attached flyer!!
Just a reminder that the back door for arrival closes at 9:00 A.M. Students need to be escorted to the front door and signed in if they arrive after 9:00 A.M. Thank you for your cooperation.
Reminder that Tuesday, January 23rd is a Professional Development Day for teachers. No school for students, no DL on that day.
Any student that would like to sell an additional box ( while available) needs to have a note signed by their parent/guardian requesting an additional box. The funds for the original box must be returned prior to getting a new box.
There is a change in the lunch menu for Thursday, 1/18/24.
#1 Mini Pancakes with Cheese Omelet
#2 Corn Dog