Join us at our February PTSA Meeting 

on Tuesday, February 16, for a Special Presentation

Our guest speakers Katie Keck, NHS Wellness Counselor, and Melissa DiScala, IUSD Mental Health and Crisis Intervention Coordinator, will discuss the mental health services available at NHS and at the District. A short video prepared by NHS Psychology students will be shown, showcasing students' ideas about how to better support students' stress at the school. The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM in room 906 at NHS.  

Participate in the Timberwolf 5K Run/Walk 

Timberwolf 5K Flyer

Saturday, February 13
The Northwood High School Athletic Booster Club will be holding the 7th annual Timberwolf 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, February 13th at NHS at 8:00 AM sharp. This is the major fundraiser for our Northwood athletic program. The Timberwolf 5K Run/Walk will be a fun day for everyone, including serious and casual runners and walkers. We are hoping to see 100% participation among our athletes; in fact we'd really like to see our whole student body along with our staff out there. See flyer or go to www.timberwolf5k.com for more information and to register for the event. Thank you for your continued support and looking forward to seeing everybody on Saturday, February 13th at Northwood High School.  

Families Forward Flyer

Support Families Forward
For the 5th year in a row, a portion of all funds raised 
in the Timberwolf 5K Run/Walk will be donated to 
Families Forward. 

Please also support the Families Forward food drive 
that week with your pantry item donation. 
See flyer for a list of the most needed items.





Adult Volunteers Needed for Timberwolf 5K Run/Walk
NHS Athletic Boosters would like some adult volunteers for the Timberwolf 5k.  If you are interested in helping Friday, February 12 for registration / runner packet pick up (all at NHS) or Saturday, February 13 for the day of the race, please sign up at http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0d4caaa72ca7f85-timberwolf2.

Mark Your Calendars for a Special Presentation 

on Student Stress and Mental Health Services  

Please join us at the February 16th PTSA Meeting at 7:00 PM when Katie Keck, NHS Wellness Counselor, and Melissa DiScala, IUSD Mental Health and Crisis Intervention Coordinator, will discuss the mental health services available at NHS and at the District. A short video prepared by NHS Psychology students will be shown, showcasing students’ ideas about how to better support students’ stress at the school. 

Are You Considering a Career in the Pharmaceutical Industry? 
Dr. Lawrence Brown from Chapman University School of Pharmacy will be visiting on Wednesday, February 17 during Lunch, 11:55 AM - 12:30 PM, in the College & Career Center, room 1035. Dr. Lawrence “LB” Brown is Associate Dean of Student Affairs, and Professor of Pharmacoeconomics and Health Policy at Chapman University School of Pharmacy. For a complete biography, please see attached flyer.

Lowering Anxiety in School, Standardized Testing 

and the College Admissions Process

Nick Standlea, President of Test Prep Gurus, will speak to families about how growth mindset, learned optimism, mindfulness, selective attention, and grit can reduce the pressure put on students, increase their enjoyment of school, and help them in the college admissions process. Parents and students welcome!

Date: Tuesday, February 23     Time: 7:00 PM

Location: Northwood High School Media Center