The Falcon Flyer: March 2026
Coops Corner
Hello Northwest High School Community!
March is here, and with it comes the exciting conclusion of Quarter Three! As we prepare for spring break from March 9 to 13, let’s take a moment to reflect on the hard work and dedication shown by our students and staff this quarter.
We’ve enjoyed a variety of activities, from academic achievements to sports events, showcasing our school spirit and commitment to excellence. Following the break, we will kick off Quarter Four on March 16. As we transition into spring, let’s stay motivated and focused on our goals.
Spring break provides a well-deserved opportunity to recharge. We encourage students to explore new interests, relax, and prepare for the final stretch of the school year.
Thank you for your continuous support, and let’s finish Quarter Three strong!
Important Dates for March
- March 2 – 6 National School Social Workers’ Week
- March 5 & 6 Finals
- March 9 – 13 Fall Break
- March 16 Start of Quarter 4
- March 19 LNW Food Market: Door 18
Counseling Center
Connect With Your Northwest School Counseling Team!
Brooke Sharpe
Last Names A-C & All LPS Focus Program Students
Dual Credit & AP Coordinator
bsharpe@lps.org
Margaret Pass
Last Names D-MN
SCIP Team & Hope Squad Coordinator
mpass@lps.org
Shelly Patrick
Last Names MO-Z
NCAA/NAIA Eligiblity Coordinator
spatrick@lps.org
Upcoming Events/Events
- March 1 – Northwest Missouri State College Rep Visit
- March 17 – UNO College Rep Visit
- March 19 – SCC at Your Service (details below)
- April 1 – Doane University Campus Visit
Course Requests for the 2026-2027 School Year
If you have not already done so, please review your student’s course request and contact their school counselor if you have any questions or concerns about the classes they have requested for next year. Students and families can view course requests by selecting the Course Request tab in StudentVUE or ParentVUE. Please note that if your student has either MID TERM GRAD or EARLY GRAD (pictured below) in their course request, they have shared that they plan to graduate early. We recommend that you talk with your student about their plan and make sure this is something you support as well. Counselors will be meeting with potential early graduates next quarter, and more information will be shared with families at that time.
Computing Services
Testing Season is upon us!
It’s said a body needs 8 hours of sleep every night. That’s especially true during the testing season. Student Chromebooks also need a good night of charging. Please help your students remember to bring their Chromebooks fully charged every day.
Walled Garden
There are many “layers” of digital protections that follow your student as they progress through their life in LPS. Informed by federal/state laws, and guided by LPS Board of Education policies, the District builds a digital “walled garden” where students are able to collaborate with peers and teachers, while also keeping their data secure.
Learn more about how your student’s data privacy is protected here: LPS Computing Services | Data Privacy
Athletics
Soccer Contests at UBT Stadium: All spectators will enter and sit on the east side of the stadium.
Baseball Contests at LNW: All spectators will park and enter on the east side by the baseball field.
Spring weather tends to be unpredictable. For schedule updates, please check our activities calendar at www.easternmidconference.org or download the rSchool Activity Scheduler app.
