Considering a Career in Engineering?
Come Meet Troy Brown, a Senior Electronic Systems Engineer

When: Tuesday, December 1
Time: During Lunch, 11:50 AM - 12:25 PM
Where: College & Career Center Room 1035
Troy works for Kwikset Lock Company in Lake Forest. For the past ten years, he has designed locks, security and surveillance systems for banks, prisons, schools, military bases, airports and homes. Most recently, he was co-inventor and engineering team leader for Kwikset's "Kevo" Bluetooth Smartlock. Troy studied RF Communications and Embedded Microcontrollers to receive his BS in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology from Purdue University.

Questions about the career lunch speakers? Contact Wendy Bokota, PTSA VP of Programs, pwboko@cox.net.  


NHS 2015-2016 Student Directory Complete
The NHS student directory has been completed and will be distributed during TA this week to all families who are PTSA members.  

Sacramento Trip on Education Issues

Juniors and Seniors: Each year the PTSA sponsors 5 students on a trip to Sacramento. The purpose of the trip is to meet with state lawmakers and staff to express public education concerns and ideas, hear from a variety of experts on state education policy, and network with IUSD students, administrators, and school board members. Students attending the trip will go through several information gathering meetings and will be expected to research on their own. This is an exciting opportunity! If you are interested, please fill out the attached application (including teacher recommendation) and return it to Dr. Leslie Roach by January 8th, 2016. Applications are also available in the front office. If you have questions regarding this program please contact Dr. Roach at leslieroach@iusd.org.

Wishing you all
a very HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

NHS PTSA

 

 

Considering a Career in Engineering?
Come Meet Troy Brown, a Senior Electronic Systems Engineer

When: Tuesday, December 1
Time: During Lunch, 11:50 AM - 12:25 PM
Where: College & Career Center Room 1035
Troy works for Kwikset Lock Company in Lake Forest. For the past ten years, he has designed locks, security and surveillance systems for banks, prisons, schools, military bases, airports and homes. Most recently, he was co-inventor and engineering team leader for Kwikset's "Kevo" Bluetooth Smartlock. Troy studied RF Communications and Embedded Microcontrollers to receive his BS in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology from Purdue University.

Questions about the career lunch speakers? Contact Wendy Bokota, PTSA VP of Programs, pwboko@cox.net.  

Sacramento Trip on Education Issues

Juniors and Seniors: Each year the PTSA sponsors 5 students on a trip to Sacramento. The purpose of the trip is to meet with state lawmakers and staff to express public education concerns and ideas, hear from a variety of experts on state education policy, and network with IUSD students, administrators, and school board members. Students attending the trip will go through several information gathering meetings and will be expected to research on their own. This is an exciting opportunity! If you are interested, please fill out the attached application (including teacher recommendation) and return it to Dr. Leslie Roach by January 8th, 2016. Applications are also available in the front office. If you have questions regarding this program please contact Dr. Roach at leslieroach@iusd.org.

California PTA Newsletter in 6 LanguagesThe California State PTA publishes a quarterly newsletter in six languages: English, Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, Tagalog and Vietnamese. In this November edition, read about Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF), California's new assessment program (CAASPP), and education trends at http://capta.bmetrack.com/c/v?e=82E012&c=4592C&l=1BA807D9&email=LYrZEWBjP5rvoouBnIlWpwif8GG0Zxj9&relid=C0A80267

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Spend $250 and receive a $50 gift card 
at the Spectrum this weekend!
Beat the Black Friday rush by shopping early! This weekend only, when you spend $250 in qualifying purchases, receive a $50 gift card at the Irvine Spectrum. In addition, please designate Northwood High School as your choice. The school with the most rewards will win an ice rink party at the OC Chill. 

For more information about this event, please see attached flyer or click on the following link: Holiday Shopping at Irvine Spectrum Benefits IPSF.

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Support NHS Girls Basketball Team!
The Girls Basketball team and Ugly Pie Co. in Orchard Hills are teaming up for a fundraiser on Tuesday, November 17, from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Please come out and support the Northwood Girls Basketball program! 20% of all proceeds will be donated to the Girls Basketball team if you bring the attached flyer or show it on your smart phone when ordering. Thank you in advance for your support!


 

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Join us at our November PTSA Meeting! 

When: Tuesday, November 17th, at 7:00 PM 
Where: Room 906
 
Come hear updates from our Principal, Dr. Leslie Roach, and about upcoming PTSA events! Agenda attached.


 

Membership Form

Not a PTSA member yet 
and/or would like to donate to PTSA? 
It's not too late!

Fill out the attached membership form and get a free school directory (coming this month). Your membership and donation will help fund much needed teachers' equipment and supplies to benefit NHS students!





California PTA Newsletter in 6 Languages
The California State PTA publishes a quarterly newsletter in six languages: English, Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, Tagalog and Vietnamese. In this November edition, read about Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF), California's new assessment program (CAASPP), and education trends at http://capta.bmetrack.com/c/v?e=82E012&c=4592C&l=1BA807D9&email=LYrZEWBjP5rvoouBnIlWpwif8GG0Zxj9&relid=C0A80267

Considering a Career in Engineering?
Come Meet Troy Brown, a Senior Electronic Systems Engineer

When: Tuesday, December 1
Time: During Lunch, 11:50 AM - 12:25 PM
Where: College & Career Center Room 1035
Troy works for Kwikset Lock Company in Lake Forest. For the past ten years, he has designed locks, security and surveillance systems for banks, prisons, schools, military bases, airports and homes. Most recently, he was co-inventor and engineering team leader for Kwikset's "Kevo" Bluetooth Smartlock. Troy studied RF Communications and Embedded Microcontrollers to receive his BS in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology from Purdue University.

Questions about the career lunch speakers? Contact Wendy Bokota, PTSA VP of Programs, pwboko@cox.net. 

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Lazy Dog Restaurant Fundraiser
Northwood High School Grad Night is hosting a fundraiser at Lazy Dog Restaurant in the Irvine Market Place on Tuesday, November 10, from 4:00 - 9:00 PM. 15% of your total bill will be donated back to NHS Grad Night. 

Please take a printout of the attached flyer with you. Your time and support are kindly appreciated. See you there!

Agenda

Join us at our November PTSA Meeting! 
When: Tuesday, November 17th, at 7:00 PM 
Where: Room 906
 
Come hear updates from our Principal, Dr. Leslie Roach, and about upcoming PTSA events! Agenda attached.





Thank YOU for your donation! 
Thank you to the many families who have donated to PTSA this year! Special thanks to the following parents and organization who have contributed beyond the suggested $100:

• Laura and Vijay Anand
• Diane and Hiram Aviles
• Susan and Jeffrey Berkel
• Debra and Paul Kam
• Afsani Moghadam and Amir Mostaghni
• Patty and Luke Schell
• Sunshine Volunteer Group

Your support has allowed PTSA to gift the following to NHS this fall: 5 laptops for the Media Center (the district will match with another 5 laptops), 4 document cameras, 108 whiteboards with graphs, 20 Spanish/English dictionaries, and gift cards for speakers and college representatives totaling $10,610 in gifts to the school! NHS PTSA, teachers, staff and students THANK YOU for your generous support of our school!

Membership Form

Not a PTSA member yet 
and/or would like to donate to PTSA? 
It's not too late!

Fill out the attached membership form and get a free school directory (coming this month). Your membership and donation will help fund much needed teachers' equipment and supplies to benefit NHS students!

The Difficult Journey of Parenting Teenagers,

a presentation by Dr. Brad Reedy

When: Tuesday, November 3, 6:30 PM 

Where: NHS Media Center/Library

Author of the book, The Journey of the Heroic Parent, Dr. Brad Reedy is Co-owner and Clinical Director of Evoke Therapy Programs, which provides outdoor-based therapy for adolescents, young adults and families. Embattled in drug abuse and after a nearly fatal drug overdose, Brad dropped out of Irvine High School in his sophomore year. He embarked on a journey that eventually led him to a Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy. He brings his life experiences and returns to share his story to parents struggling with the difficult journey of parenting children with mental health and addiction problems. For more information about Dr. Reed, please click here.

NHS Spiritwear for Sale

If you had paid for Northwood spiritwear during registration week, but didn't pick it up, please contact our Spiritwear Chair, Cathy Kim, at cathykim247@yahoo.com to make arrangements. If you wish to purchase spiritwear items, they are for sale at the Student Store.

Are You Considering a Career in Information Technology?  
Come and meet Chris Elliott this Wednesday, November 4, during Lunch, 11:55 AM - 12:30 PM, in the College & Career Center, room 1035. Chris Elliott works for The Walt Disney Company as the IT Compliance Manager for the Corporate Segment. He concentrates on ensuring The Walt Disney Company follows and employs the rules and regulations surrounding IT and financial transactions.

 

To read more about Chris Elliott, see attached flyer. Questions about our Career Lunch speakers? Contact Wendy Bokota, PTSA VP of Programs, pwboko@cox.net.



16th Annual NHS Baseball Christmas Tree, Wreath and Garland Sales 

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The Boys Baseball team is once again sponsoring its Christmas tree, wreath and garland sales fundraiser. In addition, they are conducting a Christmas Tree drive to help out the Wounded Warriors and military families at Camp Pendleton who can’t afford to buy a tree this holiday season. Sales run through this Friday, November 6.

Use this link https://northwoodhs.wufoo.com/forms/nhs-baseball-2015-christmas-tree-sale/ to purchase your tree, wreath and/or garland online, or contact Lori David Jones at ldjorange@aol.com to request a sales form and for any questions you may have. See flyer for details. Thank you for your support.

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Lazy Dog Restaurant Fundraiser
Northwood High School Grad Night is hosting a fundraiser at Lazy Dog Restaurant in the Irvine Market Place on Tuesday, November 10, from 4:00 - 9:00 PM. 15% of your total bill will be donated back to NHS Grad Night. 

Please take a printout of the attached flyer with you. Your time and support are kindly appreciated. See you there!