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Please see the Connecticut State Department of Education August edition of Educate CT.

In this information you will find the IRS Advance Child Tax Credit payments; specifically IRS Publications 5534 and 5534sp.

 

COMMUNITY
Regional School District No. 7 is composed of four rural-suburban towns: Barkhamsted, Colebrook, New Hartford and Norfolk. The district, consisting of 157 square miles, is located twenty miles west of Hartford and has a population of approximately 12,700.

NORTHWESTERN HIGH SCHOOL
Northwestern Regional High School is a comprehensive public school which operated under a house plan. Opened in September, 1958, the school is accredited by the New England Association of Secondary Schools and Colleges. The school campus of 42 acres includes two 9-12 Houses. Enrollment in grades 9-12 is currently 749. Ninety five percent of the professional staff have a masters degree or equivalent.The average class size in the academic program is 20. Students in grade ten in Connecticut public schools participate in a mastery test (Connecticut Academic Performance Test)developed by the State Department of Education.

PROGRAM & OFFERINGS
The school curriculum is both flexible and encompassing, offering numerous one-semester, as well as full-year courses at intriductory through advanced levels. The school operates on a fully rotating schedule which includes a 67 minute period for each class once every seven days, with the remaining periods being 43 minutes in duration. Classes meet five times weekly for thirty-six weeks per one credit course: 1/2 credit is given for a one-semester subject and a 1/4 credit for each year of physical education/health. Marking periods are every 9 weeks. Laboratory work is required in the college preparatory sciences as well as in German, French, and Spanish. The school also has an Agricultural Education Program.

NORTHWESTERN MIDDLE SCHOOL
The staff at Northwestern Middle School is comprised of dedicated professionals, many with long tenure at the school. We are complimented by a high-quality student body that works hard to achieve in the classroom and are also known for their exceptional level of community service. We participate in programs that provide Turkey Baskets for families at Thanksgiving, Holiday Angels at Christmas, and support programs for our troops. Northwestern Middle School is dedicated to an outstanding academic and student activity program. Please stop in for one of our programs or call us with any questions you may have.

STRATEGIC SCHOOL PROFILE

 

PERSONALIZED LEARNING

 

ADA COMPLIANCE

In accordance with Title III of the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) of 2010, Northwestern Regional School District no.7 is taking steps to ensure that it’s website, NWR7.com, is accessible and compliant with the standards as set forth by the World Wide Web Consortium’s (W3C) Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.0 AA).  NWR7 is continually working to ensure equal digital access to all members of the community.

If you have any questions or concerns with the content or accessibility of the site NWR7.com, please contact us at webmaster@nwr7.org.  Thank you.

News from the Hill | Final Exam Week: Half Day Schedule, June 2022.
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Christopher Fray

Final Exam Week: Half Day Schedule

 

Please see the following final exam schedule.  Each day of finals will follow our early release schedule with school beginning at 7:34 and ending at 12:05:

 

Thursday, June 9th: Periods 1-2

Friday, June 10th: Periods 3-4

Monday, June 13th: Periods 5-6

Tuesday, June 14th: Periods 7-8

Wednesday, June 15th: Make-up Exam day (Students only attend school if they need to make-up an exam)

 

Kindness in Motion Presents: 2nd Annual Highlander Food Truck Festival

 

Kindness in Motion presents our 2nd Annual Highlander Food Truck Festival on Saturday, June 4th from 12:00-6:00 at NWR7!  All proceeds will benefit our Kindness in Motion Program.  Looking forward to a great time!  See the video from our first food truck festival here: https://vimeo.com/340653826

 

Food truck festival flyer: Food Truck Festival Flyer .jpg 

 

Highlander Basketball Camp

Dear Parents and Players,

We are very happy to announce that the 32nd Annual Highlander Basketball Camp will be held at Northwestern Regional 7 in Winsted. Our staff and special guest speakers will continue to provide training in all the basic game elements. The camp is divided into the lower league grades 3-5 and the upper league grades 6-8 for skill development, competitions, and games. The week includes special guest speakers, contests, full & half court drills, prizes, and 2 league games per day.  The final day showcases individual skills competitions and semi-finals and championship games. We hope you can join us to share this great experience.

Our goal has always been to provide a positive learning opportunity that will enhance young people’s desire to play the game.  Our objective is to help young people improve as basketball players and as individuals. We believe that love for the game and improvement go hand in hand.

The camp is open to all boys and girls entering grades 3 through 8 whether they are just beginning or advancing in their personal basketball skills and knowledge.  Please join us!

Brendan T. Fritch, Camp Director: (860) 480-3722

Highlander Basketball Camp Brochure: The Highlander Basketball Camp brochure 2022.pdf 

 

Jane Doe No More

NWR7 is pleased to offer a free self-defense class for women and girls ages 12 and over on Saturday, June 11, 2022 from 1:00-5:00 p.m.  Participants learn awareness and prevention tips, escape strategies, and striking techniques designed to disable assailants and enable escape.  There are no prerequisites for the class.  Registration is required. Click on the link for further information and registration. Contact Stacey Zematis with any questions at szematis@nwr7.org

janedoenomore.org/escape-alive-registration-nwrhs-jotform  

Flyer: Jane Doe No More.pdf 

 

Ag Spring Plant Sale

Support NWR7’s Agricultural Education’s Spring Plant sale on Saturday, May 14th from 9:00-3:00 p.m! 

 

Highlanders Helping Highlanders Care Closet

Spring has sprung and we need spring clothes for the Highlander Care Closet!  We are accepting donations of gently used or new spring clothes for MS and HS sizes, in Room 303. Students in need of items can be connected through their school counselors or by emailing Highlanders Helping Highlanders at highlandercarecloset@nwr7.org. 

 

Yearbook News

 

The 2022 Yearbook will be arriving soon! Copies are available only while supplies last. You can order one of the remaining books by using the following link: https://www.nwr7.com/high-school/hs-resources/yearbook-orders. Simply select the option for Yearbook Orders and follow the steps as directed.

 

If you would like a 2022 Yearbook, please place your order as soon as possible. You may contact Linda McCartney (lmccartney@nwr7.org) with any questions.

 

 

Vaccination Clinic

 

On Friday, May 20, 2022 there will be a vaccination clinic here at Northwestern.  The clinic will take place from 3:00-6:00 p.m. and will be open to anyone aged 5 and up.  Children aged 5-17 will need to be accompanied by an adult.  This clinic will have the Moderna, Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson vaccines available and no appointment is necessary.  If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Andy Bakulski at abakulski@nwr7.org.

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News from the Hill | Report Cards, Vaping, Theatre, and more... April 2022
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Christopher Fray

News from the Hill

 

Quarter 3 Report Cards

Quarter 3 report cards are now available in the PowerSchool portal.  Once you log in, please click on “Report Cards” on the left toolbar and then click on the archived report card for 21-22 Q3.  If you have any questions, please contact us at powerschoolsupport@nwr7.org. 

 

Northwest Hills Prevention Connection: E-Cigarettes and Vaping Presentation

 

Northwest Hills Prevention Connection is hosting an informative discussion about the growing concern of e-cigarettes and vaping and how it is affecting youth this Thursday, April 28th from 6:30-7:30 pm in the NWR7 Little Theater.  Dr. Michael Curi (Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine) and Mr. Andrew Lyon (Torrington Awareness Prevention Partnership) will be part of the panel and will answer questions at the conclusion of the presentation.

 

Please see the flyer for more information:   Northwest Hills Prevention Connection: Presentation Flyer 

 

NWR7 Spring Theater Production: Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella

 

NWR7 Theater presents: Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella!  Showtimes are as follows: 

 

  • Friday, April 29th @ 7:00 pm
  • Saturday, April 30th @ 7:00 pm
  • Sunday, May 1st @ 2:00 pm

 

Tickets for adults are $10 and seniors and students are $8.  Tickets for seniors on Sunday are $5.  For information and tickets, please call (860)379-8525 ext. 3011.  

 

Jane Doe No More

NWR7 is pleased to offer a free self-defense class for women and girls ages 12 and over on Saturday, June 11, 2022 from 1:00-5:00 p.m.  Participants learn awareness and prevention tips, escape strategies, and striking techniques designed to disable assailants and enable escape.  There are no prerequisites for the class.  Registration is required. Click on the link for further information and registration. Contact Stacey Zematis with any questions at szematis@nwr7.org

janedoenomore.org/escape-alive-registration-nwrhs-jotform  

Flyer: Jane Doe No More.pdf 

 

Ag Spring Plant Sale

Support NWR7’s Agricultural Education’s Spring Plant sale on Saturday, May 7th and Saturday, May 14th from 9:00-3:00 p.m.  Please see the attached flyer for more information: Ag Spring Plant Sale 

 

GNH Football Designer Bag Fundraiser

Support GNH football's Designer Bag Bingo fundraiser on Friday, May 6th!  Please see the flyer for more information! GNH Football Bingo Fundraiser 

 

Highlanders Helping Highlanders Care Closet

Spring is here we need spring clothes for the Highlander Care Closet!  We are accepting donations of gently used or new spring clothes in all sizes, in Room 303. Students in need of items can be connected through their school counselors or by emailing Highlanders Helping Highlanders at highlandercarecloset@nwr7.org.  

 

Northwestern Highlanders Sideline Store

 

Check out our Northwestern Highlanders Sideline Store to purchase Northwestern apparel, accessories, signs and decals!  You have the opportunity to personalize items as well as change colors and designs.  When you make a purchase from the online store, the items are shipped directly to you!

 

Our Sideline Store is offering 15% off any order of $70 or more when you use the code: APRIL22.  The deal ends at 4/30 at 11:59 p.m. EST.  Happy shopping...and Go Highlanders!  https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/connecticut/winsted/northwestern-regional-7-high-school

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News from the Hill | Digital SAT Testing - Juniors: Rescheduled Tuesday, March 29th
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Christopher Fray

News from the Hill

 

Digital SAT Testing Day for Juniors: Rescheduled to Tuesday, March 29th

 

The SAT administration date for our Junior class has been rescheduled to Tuesday, March 29th.  

 

This year, for the first time, the SAT will be done digitally on student chromebooks.  This means that all Juniors will need to bring a FULLY CHARGED CHROMEBOOK to school with them on March 29th.  Please see the official SAT practice site here.

 

If you have any questions please reach out to our district test coordinator Andy Bakulski at abakulski@nwr7.org. 

 

School Counseling Department News

 

NEW NEWS: The 2022 Hartford National College Fair (sponsored by the National Asso­ci­ation for College Admission Counseling (NACAC)) will be held virtually through NACAC.  Dates are Saturday, April 3rd from 1PM-6PM, Tuesday, April 12th and Tuesday, April 26th from 9AM-12PM and 6PM-8PM.  Please click on the link for more information.

 

UCONN/Connecticut State University Virtual College Fair - The Connecticut State Universities and UCONN are hosting a virtual chat base College Fair this spring! The college fair is free to all students and parents. Please click on the link to access the invitation and registration information.  Fair Date/Time: Tuesday, May 3, 2022 – 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (Specifically for juniors).

 

CareerCONN - CT's Largest Career School Fair - CareerCONN is CT’s largest Career School Fair and will take place this year on Tuesday, March 29, from 9 am – 3 pm at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville.  Over 30 career schools participate as well as business partners who employ career school grads.  Opportunities include career paths in the automotive industry, hospitality, healthcare, professional beauty, manufacturing and construction, and computer-based occupations. Click on the CareerCONN link for more information.

 

Junior Planning Meetings and Course Selection Meetings are in full swing!  Students, please make sure to check your email for invitations to the meetings.

 

ATTENTION SENIORS:

  • Senior Scholarship Opportunities: Please click on the link to view the scholarship list for seniors.
  • College Acceptances:  Seniors, do you know where you’ve been accepted or where you are going in the fall?  Don’t forget to let your School Counselor know so they celebrate your successes and work with you through any concerns.

 

Booster Club Meeting

The Booster Club will be meeting on Wednesday, March 23rd at 7:00 pm in the cafeteria.  The agenda will include fundraising, Senior Athlete Banquet, scholarship, and mini grant requests.  Please contact Heather Vacila at (860)806-7121 or thenwr7boosterclub@gmail.com with any questions. 

 

Theater Program Fundraisers

 

Please support our NWR7 Theater Program through the following fundraisers:

 

Flatbread Pizza Fundraiser, Canton, CT: Tuesday, March 22nd from 4:00-8:00 p.m. 

 

Mixed Bag Fundraiser: Now through Friday, March 25th: https://www.boonsupply.com/collections/616569-theatre-fundraiser

 

Class of 2024: Bingo Night Fundraiser

The Class of 2024 is hosting a Bingo Night Fundraiser this evening for all Northwestern students/families. The event will run from 6:30-8:00 in the cafeteria.  The cost is $5 per player, which gets you 10 bingo cards. We will have prizes for the winners as well as chips and water for purchase.  Please contact Mr. Dylan Pedersen at dpedersen@nwr7.org if you have any questions. 

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