Northwest Muskets fall to Mound City Panthers 60-14.
Closet cleaning time #TEAM
FFA meeting Sunday, September 27th, in the Ag Room. Chili and cinnamon rolls will be served and volleyball will be played after the meeting! Topics to discuss are our haunted hallway, fundraiser, and many more! Hope to see you there!
WN FFA Corn Yield Contest! Drop off your biggest ear for the Plant Science class to calculate yield by September 30th! Along with the ear we need name, phone number, and plant population. Winner receives a 20 ounce FFA tumbler!
Reminder: No classes at Northwest Technical School on Monday! NTS students please arrive at 10:40 AM.
Good luck to our varsity football team! They will play in Mound City tonight at 7:00 PM. Go Muskets!
Homecoming week is next week! Check out our school website for our full list of dress-up days and fun activities.
What a great way to start day! Go TEAM!!
Our very own North-West Nodaway Musket, Will Cordell, has been nominated as Athlete of the Week by the Maryville Forum. He needs votes to win, so help him out by clicking the link below and voting now!
http://www.maryvilleforum.com/sports/athletes_of_the_week/class-1-nominees/poll_704fc2e0-fde9-11ea-91ab-d722514b4369.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=user-share&fbclid=IwAR1iHPRAmgjtW2Mce428ZWajHcarG6KX-ot5iwTCx1evG-0Qw1sCtEMjU6I
Good luck to our JH and HS volleyball teams. They will play in Fairfax this evening, beginning at 5:00 PM. Go Rockets!
Maryville Hy-Vee School Fundraiser - Saturday, September 26th! Ten percent of any order over $50 will be donated to area schools! Click on the attached picture for more information. Shop Hy-Vee this weekend and help support our local school districts!
Tonight's volleyball game at Nodaway Holt (Graham) will be JH and varsity only. There will be no JV following the varsity contest. 5:00 pm start time for JH.
Go Rockets!
Mrs.Howard and Mr. Johnson gave us a tub of supplies and told us to figure out what we were learning today! They nailed it!!
Good luck to our JH and JV football teams! They will take on East Atchison this evening at home. Game time is 5:00 PM. Go Muskets!
Athletic Week At A Glance: Sept. 21-27
Monday Sept. 21st- JH/JV football v.s East Atchison at home; 5:00 pm start time.
Tuesday Sept. 22nd- JH/HS volleyball at Nodaway Holt; 5:00 pm start time for JH. Cross Country travels to Creston, IA; race time 6:30 pm.
Thursday Sept. 24th- JH/HS volleyball v.s East Atchison in Fairfax; 5:00 p.m
Friday Sept. 25th- Varsity football at Mound City; 7:00 pm kickoff.
Saturday Sept. 26th- JH Volleyball tournament at East Atchison; First game at 8:00 a.m
Northwest Muskets fall to Rock Port 28-50.
School will not be in session on Monday, September 21st, due to staff development. Have a great three-day weekend, Rockets!
Even though there is no school on Monday the 21st at West Nodaway, there will be class at Northwest Technical School. The vo-tech bus will run as normal!
All- American Publishing is conducting a fundraiser to provide our students with Rocket T-shirts this winter. All donations will go towards T-shirts but not the West Nodaway school district.
Prior donors for the Fall T-shirts were: Farmers Supply, MFA, Goff Home Grocery, Linville Construction, North Star Advocacy Center, Citizens Bank and Trust, United Electric Coop, and Wynn Bros Trucking. Thank you!
The North-West Nodaway Muskets play in Rock Port this evening at 7:00 PM. Good luck!!
The WN Board of Education will conduct a special meeting Monday September 21, 2020 @ 6:30 pm in the WN Media Center. Closed session @ 6:30 pm with a brief regular session to follow. Agenda and minutes are posted under MENU/DOCUMENTS on WN website.
Don't forget to stop by the FFA breakfast tomorrow morning at the BJ American Legion! Free will donation. Breakfast begins at 6:00 AM!
Lady Rockets will play in the Nodaway Holt Volleyball Tournament Saturday. First game at 8:00 a.m in Graham against St. Joe Christian.
Go Rockets!
file:///home/chronos/u-2b184ba919696915b7301508dbbfb6609bcfac02/MyFiles/Downloads/2020%20NH%20Trojans%20Volleyball%20Tournament%20Bracket.pdf
3 Rockets in the top 10 at the cross country meet last night at Lake Icaria! Great running Rockets!
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/10YsHZF3zqiB5-yX2_k6STswoIGAwZ7Rm6B8qDTxflxo/edit#gid=2107007646
Good luck to our high school cross-country team as they compete in Corning, Iowa this evening at 5:30 PM!
Good luck to our JH/HS volleyball teams as they travel to North Nodaway this evening! Game time is 5:00 PM. Go Rockets!
Please bring an extra bottle of water to school on Thursday and Friday. School fountains will not be in use. We will also have bottled water available for students.
School WILL BE in session at West Nodaway on Thursday, September 17th. Water main break is repaired. All HS drivers including vo tech students please enter through the East doors and stay out of the mud at the front of the building.
West Nodaway will continue serving free meals to all children. Please see the attached letter from Dr. Barnes about the program.
There will be no school tomorrow Wednesday, September 16th @ West Nodaway due to a broken water main. The vo tech bus will run. No breakfast will be served.
Annual Title I Parent Information Meeting will be held virtually on Wednesday, September 30, at 3:30 p.m. If you would like to attend this virtual meeting, please email Mrs. Barnes at dbarnes@wnrockets.com
Preschool is enjoying our new playground equipment. Thank you Booster Club!
Despite having no school tomorrow, the practice schedule will go as follows.
HS Volleyball at 10:00-11:30 am; JH canceled
JH/Varsity football leaving for Hopkins at 3:15 pm- Practice at 4:00-6:00 pm
Cross country at 3:45 pm at the school. Students are encouraged to bring their own water due to the broken water main.
There will be no school tomorrow, Tuesday Sept. 15th @ West Nodaway due to a broken water main. Vo-Tech bus will run, no breakfast will be served.
Tonight's JH/JV football game at Barnard will not have concessions and requests exact change.
BLOOD DRIVE TODAY 2-7pm at the American Legion building in Burlington Junction! Hope to see you there! Shirts for ALL registered donors!
Kindergarten is already practicing reading !!
Friday morning centers!
4th grade learned about 9/11 today and decorated the American Flag featuring the Twin Towers. On the stars they wrote how this event made them feel and on the stripes they signed to never forget this day and what it did to our country.
Athletic Week At A Glance: Sept. 14- Sept. 19th
Sept. 14th: JH volleyball Triangular at Nodaway Holt -5:00 pm; JH Football at Barnard v.s Platte Valley (5:00) JV football at Platte Valley; Cross Country at Tarkio- 5:00 pm.
Sept. 17th- JH/HS volleyball at North Nodaway -5:00 pm; Cross Country at Corning - 6:00 pm.
Sept. 18th- Varsity football at Rock Port- 7:00 pm kick off.
Sept. 19th- HS volleyball tournament at Nodaway Holt- first game at 8:00 a.m v.s St. Joe Christian.
Northwest Muskets over Platte Valley 38-26.
~Freshmen fundraiser~ Pampered Chef orders are due Monday. Thank you to everyone who has ordered!
Third grade worked together to create this flag to symbolize how Americans came together after the attacks on September 11, 2001. We had great discussion about the things that happened that day and how America is forever changed.
Preschool is a fun place to “Bee”!
The Muskets take on Platte Valley tonight at West Nodaway. Seniors participating in football, cross country, and cheer will all be recognized at 6:15 PM. Kickoff is 7:00 PM. Good luck!
Let’s
Go Chiefs!
West Nodaway FFA will also be hosting a pedal pull at the Burlington Junction Farmer's Fall Festival on Saturday, September 19th, beginning at 1:00 PM in the city park. There will be a trophy for each age division winner and medals for 2nd and 3rd places.
Mark your calendars! On Saturday, September 19th, FFA will be hosting a breakfast at the Burlington Junction American Legion building, beginning at 6:00 AM. Free will donation! Bring your appetite!
Free virtual college and career fair information!
Just a few pictures from preschool centers.
Preschool has been learning about all of their supplies and how to use them.
Volleyball senior night will be taking place prior to the varsity game tomorrow. JH volleyball will begin at 5:00 pm. Varsity/JV to follow.
Summer weights T-Shirts will be handed out at the end of the night to those who met the attendance criteria.
Calling all Chiefs Fans!!! Break out your Chiefs gear! In observance of opening day tomorrow, Thursday, September 10th let’s wear our RED!
Checked out our first edition of The Rocket Review, our new community newsletter! 🚀 📰
https://www.smore.com/7d5qx
Stacking cups are a TEAM favorite!
Don't forget that all fall sports pictures will be taken on Thursday, beginning right after school! Packets are available in the office, or you can order online. See the school website for more information.
Don't forget next Monday is the FFA sponsored Blood Drive on September 14th, 2-7 pm, at the American Legion building in Burlington Junction.
More from our first 7 days!! This was a team building activity! The kids worked in their color groups to achieve one goal. The objective was to take the cups apart from the initial stack and then build a pyramid using all 10 cups. The trick was they could only use the strings!!
We have had a great start to 4th grade this year! We started out making goals for the year with a cute cactus craft, did some team building with a cup stacking activity and Friday mornings are for some STEM activities in the classroom!! I almost forgot we made "mechanical hands"
Athletic Week At A Glance: Sept 6th-13th.
Sept 7- No School, football practice 4:00 at WN and volleyball practice at 3:25.
Sept. 8th Volleyball at Union Star, (JH/V/JV) 5:00 pm start time.
JH football at Hopkins vs Stewartsville, 5:00 pm start. (Varsity football practice at NN)
Cross Country at Clarinda, 6:00 pm start
Sept. 9th- Cheer at WN 6:00-7:30
Sept. 10th- Volleyball senior night at home vs South Holt (JH/V/JV) 5:00 pm start. Senior night prior to the varsity volleyball contest. Summer weights athletes will be honored after the game.
Sept. 11- Football, Cheer, and Cross Country senior night. The Muskets will play Platte Valley at home 7:00 pm kickoff. Senior will be honored prior to the game.
Here's a little peek at our week! Enjoy!
https://youtu.be/5tPbMepr2cU
The WN Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting September 9, 2020 in the school media center. Regular session @ 6:00 p.m., followed by executive session. Agenda posted under menu/docs on WN website.
We made it! One full week down...I want to thank you for your patience at pick-up and drop-off.
Note: Pick up works best to go behind the bus barn to get in line. Pulling up to the cones is helpful as well so that we can load more students at once.
Enjoy the long weekend!
It's Labor Day weekend! West Nodaway will not be in session on Monday, September 7th. See you on Tuesday!
Current Fundraisers at West Nodaway:
- The freshmen are selling Pampered Chef. Items will be directly shipped to each customer. Please see any member of the freshman class, or Jennifer and Jerod Downing, to place your order before September 14th.
- The junior class is selling Red Wheel until Friday, September 18th. See a member of the junior class, or contact Mr. Shipley if you'd like to order!
- The high school Student Council members will be selling Texas Roadhouse rolls until October 2nd. Rolls are $10 per dozen, which includes honey butter and a free appetizer card. Delivery will be before Thanksgiving break. Find a STUCO member, or see Mrs. Reed to order!
Tune in to Pick-up Country KNIM 95.9 FM or 1580 AM this evening for North-West Nodaway vs. East Atchison football game. Or LISTEN LIVE at nodawaybroadcasting.com.
Varsity football vs. East Atchison tonight in Hopkins! Game time is 7:00 PM. Go Muskets!
It's that time of year again! The volleyball team is selling t-shirts! Order forms are in both offices if you are interested. Money is due with your order. Orders will be placed Friday, September 11, 2020. (Short Sleeved: $15, Long Sleeved: $20, Add $2 for 2XL + Add $3 for 3XL)
Due to scheduling conflicts, JH/HS fall sports pictures will be taken on Thursday, September 10th, right after school. Individual school portraits will still be taken on Tuesday, September 8th. Sorry for any inconvenience!
Football and cross country update for Sept. 8th.
JV football is canceled against Stewartsville. JH football will start at 5:00 pm.
Varsity cross country will be a 6:00 pm start time at Clarinda. Masks and exact change is required.
Good luck to our high school volleyball team as they travel to Mound City this evening. Game time is 5:30 PM. Go Rockets!
Friends helping friends in TEAM
Middle School FACS has started babysitting their egg babies! :)
Don’t forget to shop the PTO Fan Cloth fundraiser. Last day to shop is Friday, September 4th.
https://fancloth.shop/BBFPB
Don’t forget! Now through October 31st, Pizza Ranch in Maryville will contribute $2 for every regular-priced large pizza that is ordered and sold for delivery or pickup. The total amount will be divided equally among the six county school systems. ▪️Example: Pizza Ranch had about 600 large pizzas ordered in June. This would be $1,200. Each school would have received $200. In addition to the large pizza, they will also include $1 for every frozen pizza ordered and sold. The “Take & Bake” pizza is new and has developed because of the pandemic. The “Take & Bake” is awesome for fundraising, or just for ordering and baking later. Stop by, grab some supper, and help support our county schools! Thank you, Maryville Pizza Ranch! 🍕
Picture Date Change: JH/HS football pictures will now be taken on Monday, September 14th. You can still order online using the link provided yesterday.
Good luck to our JV/V volleyball teams as they compete against Rock Port this evening at home. Game time is 5:30 PM. Go Rockets!
Northwest Technical School is partnering with St. Joe Safety Council to offer a Driver's Permit Course at Northwest Technical School. They will be offering the course on Saturday, September 26th from 8AM-12PM. Students can register online www.stjoesafetycouncil.org. This is just a classroom class to obtain a driver's permit. The class will be held at Northwest Technical School, New Commons.
Click the link below to pre-order fall sports pictures! Picture day is September 8th.
http://scholasticphotography.hhimagehost.com/WestNodawayHighSchoolSportsandActivities20202021
Class of 2021: To pre-order your senior proof pictures online, click below! Picture day is Tuesday, September 8th. Collared shirt and tie is required for boys, girls are asked to dress nicely.
https://scholasticphotography.hhimagehost.com/WestNodawaySeniorSittingFeeClassof2021
School picture day is next Tuesday, September 8th. To order your fall portraits online, please visit the link below and use the following passcode:
Passcode : 315258319
https://scholasticphotography.hhimagehost.com/V2/Home/LoginConsumer?EK=147780
Thank you to the following sponsors for donating money to All-American Publishing. We appreciate the help on putting our students and staff in Rocket T-shirts!
Farmers Supply- Burlington Jct.
MFA Agri Services- Burlington Jct.
Goff Home Grocery
Linville Construction
North Start Advocacy Center
Citizens Bank and Trust
United Electric Coop
Wynn Bros Trucking
Athletic Week At A Glance: Aug. 30th-Sept. 5th.
Volleyball Game Times:
Tuesday 9/1 at home v.s Rock Port at 5:30 (JV/V)
Thursday 9/3 at Mound City at 5:30 (JV/V) Bus at 4:10
Football Game Times:
Friday 9/4 v.s East Atchison at Hopkins, 7:00 pm kickoff. Bus at 4:45 pm. (Practice at North Nodaway Mon-Thurs)
Cheer Practice:
Practice is at North Nodaway Monday-Thursday 6:00-7:30. Leave time 5:20 pm.
Cross Country Practice:
3:30-5:00 pm Monday-Friday.
Rockets drop two matches in their season opening tournament at Fairfax. Next contest will be Tuesday 9/1 against Rock Port at home, 5:30 pm start time.
Final, Northwest Muskets 30, Stewartsville 34.
Game Day!
The Muskets travel to Stewartsville tonight for a 7:00 pm kickoff.
Masks are recommended but not required.
Everyone is welcome, social distancing being self enforced.
Go Muskets
Saturday: High School Volleyball will play in the East Atchison tournament. First game is in Fairfax at 8:00 a.m! Go Rockets!
Masks are recommended but not required.
Everyone is welcome, social distancing is self enforced.
EXACT change required.
Please see the attached document for the 275 Visiting School Information.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1mw4-t3QHmBlD6ZwepbngV7SNEcVYhNbaOtjGnvhrr98/edit?usp=sharing
SENIOR NIGHT DATE CHANGE:
Volleyball: September 10th prior to the varsity contest. Game time (6:00 pm)
Cross Country, Cheer, Football: Sept. 11th prior to the football game. Game time (7:00 pm)
CORRECTION: Ronda's bus stop is at the BJ Christian Church, not the Methodist.
If you have any questions about bus times, or anything bus related, please don't hesitate to call the high school office at (660) 725-3317. Have a great day!
Bus Riders: The approximate times for RONDA'S bus stops are as follows - Quitman @ 7:00 AM, Methodist Church @ 7:10-7:15 AM. Those not picked up at a bus stop have already been contacted with individual times.
Bus Riders: The approximate times for ROGER'S bus stops are as follows - Clearmont Post Office @ 7:00 AM, and BJ Catholic Church @ 7:40 AM. Those not picked up at a bus stop will be contacted with individual times.
CORRECTION: If you ride WAYNE'S bus, the approximate pick-up times are as follows - Elmo @ 6:45 AM, and Burlington Junction @ 7:15 AM.
Reminder: Due to the new school hours, bus pick-up time will be 15 minutes earlier than last year!
The New Staff Asks, What Is A ROCKET?
https://youtu.be/MmeE3sMenT0
Cold Lunches and Microwave Usage
In an effort to keep student lunch boxes separated, all cold lunches will remain in the student’s classroom this year since there will be limited access to refrigerator space. Please, place some type of re-freezable ice block in your child’s lunch box this will keep their lunches cold until their lunch shift. One other important item to note is that if your child wants something hot in their lunch it will need to be heated at home and put in a thermos. The new cafeteria safety procedures won’t allow the time needed for the use of a microwave to warm up lunches. Thank you so much for your patience and consideration to all of the safety procedures.
Due to the new school hours, bus pick-up time will be 15 minutes earlier than last year!
Reminder: We have new school hours this year! School will be in session from 7:55-3:10 PM daily. Masks are recommended, but not mandatory. At this time, only students and staff are permitted in the building. Thank you so much for helping keep our school safe! Go Rockets!
2020-2021 Welcome Back Message From The Rocket Commander! https://youtu.be/hIO7dbL6CH8
Athletic Week At A Glance Aug. 24-Aug 30
Practice schedule:
Football at West Nodaway 4:00-6:00 pm Mon-Thurs/JH-Friday 4:00-5:00 pm
Cheer at West Nodaway 5:30-6:30 pm Mon-Thurs
Volleyball 3:00-5:30 pm Mon-Thursday/Friday at 6:00 am
Cross Country 7:00-8:30 am Mon-Wed/Thurs and Friday 3:30-5:00 pm
Game Dates:
Friday Aug. 28th- HS Football/Cheer at Stewartsville at 7:00 pm- Bus 4:00 pm- Go Muskets!
Reminder: We have new school hours this year! School will be in session from 7:55-3:10 PM daily. Masks are recommended, but not mandatory. At this time, only students and staff are permitted in the building. Thank you so much for helping keep our school safe! Go Rockets!
Attached is the bracket and covid guidelines for the East Atchison volleyball tournament.
Bracket:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1G9OVOqbKv_4HKRPGI-Gkh6E7MDuDuDqYR6lCRBXY3MM/edit?usp=sharing
Covid Guidelines
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hEyh1OM9-i2-vkDJIzKNh1j3gKQuEEp5J8qA5318uPI/edit?usp=sharing
Go Rockets!
See the link below to check out the Northwest Nodaway Musket online order through The Student Body.
https://www.studentbodyonline.com/collections/muskets-football
Go Muskets!!
We can't wait to welcome back our West Nodaway Rockets in one week! The first day of school is Thursday, August 27th at 7:55 AM. See you then!
Although the July 31st deadline has passed, if you are choosing virtual learning for your student this semester, please remember to grab a "Virtual Learning Enrollment Form" at registration today from 1:00-6:00 PM.
The West Nodaway PTO is hosting a Fan Cloth fundraiser until September 4th. Click this link to place your order, and thank you in advance for your support: https://fancloth.shop/BBFPB.
All High School Students: Please check your email to view your class schedule before registration.
Reminder: Tomorrow is PK-12th grade registration day from 1:00-6:00 PM in the commons area. Please enter the south doors. Social distancing guidelines will be in place to help ensure the safety of all in attendance. We look forward to seeing you!
To help ensure the safety of our school community, we are kindly asking that attendance at PK-12th grade registration and 6th-12th grade open house be kept to a minimum, if at all possible. For example: One parent picking up registration packets for the entire family at registration, or just students and one parent attending open house. We thank you in advance for helping keep our school and community safe!
Fall sport JH practice begin on Monday Aug. 17th. The practice schedules go as follows.
JH/HS Cheer at North Nodaway all week. Practice Monday and Tuesday 11:00-12:00 pm, Wed-Sat 4:00-5:00 pm. Vans leaves at 10:15 on Monday and Tuesday. Vans leave at 3:15 on Wednesday- Sat for JH and HS girls.
JH/HS Football at North Nodaway. Bus leaves at 3:15. Practice 4:00-6:00 pm
JH/HS volleyball 8:00-10:00 am
JH/HS Cross country 7:00-8:30 am
Mark your calendars for the next FFA sponsored Blood Drive September 14th, 2-7pm, at the Burlington Junction American Legion building! Blood donations are critical and each donor receives a shirt.
Juniors and seniors attending Northwest Technical School in the fall are expected to attend class at West Nodaway on the first day of school, August 27th. Classes at NTS will begin on Friday, August 28th.
Middle and High School Open House Night will be held on Tuesday, August 25th from 4:00-6:00 PM. Students are welcome to drop off locker supplies, or pop in and visit their new teachers! If you have any questions, please contact the high school office at (660) 725-3317.
T.E.A.M. 2020 - Any parent that plans to use the before or after school T.E.A.M. program, please contact our T.E.A.M. Coordinator, Susan Law, by August 19th. You may email her at slaw@wnrockets.com. This will allow us time to plan accordingly. Thank you and have a great day!
PK-12th grade registration will be set up in "stations" this year. Please enter through the south doors of the high school building. You will move through each station and exit through the east doors. We look forward to seeing you all again!
Don't forget! Registration for grades PK-12 will be held on Wednesday, August 19th from 1:00-6:00 PM in the high school commons area.
Now through October 31st, Pizza Ranch in Maryville will contribute $2 for every regular-priced large pizza that is ordered and sold for delivery or pickup. The total amount will be divided equally among the six county school systems. ▪️Example: Pizza Ranch had about 600 large pizzas ordered in June. This would be $1,200. Each school would have received $200. In addition to the large pizza, they will also include $1 for every frozen pizza ordered and sold. The “Take & Bake” pizza is new and has developed because of the pandemic. The “Take & Bake” is awesome for fundraising, or just for ordering and baking later. Stop by, grab some supper, and help support our county schools! Thank you, Maryville Pizza Ranch! 🍕
The West Nodaway volleyball team is selling Casey’s pizza and donut cards. You may order from any volleyball player! Thanks for your support!
6th-12th Grade Parents: School pictures will not be taken at registration this year. They will be taken on September 8th, along with JH/HS fall sports pictures.
6th Grade Parents: Please check your email about Middle School Transition Night on Thursday, August 13th at 6:30 PM!
High school practice schedule goes as follows for Monday, 8/10: XC 7:00-8:30 AM, VB 8:00-10:00 AM, Cheer 10:00-11:00 AM, FB 4:00-6:00 PM! Bring your own water bottle. All practice are at WN. JH practices begin 8/17.
High school practice schedule goes as follows: Monday August 10th
Cross country 7:00-8:30 a.m
Volleyball 8:00-10:00 a.m
Cheer 10:00-11:00 a.m
Football 4:00-6:00 p.m
All practice are at West Nodaway
JH practices begins August 17th
Due to COVID-19 concerns the following have been cancelled: Football Jamboree on August 21, Rocket Tailgate on August 25, and Musket Tailgate on Aug 27th. HS Fall sports practices will begin Monday, August 10th.
The WN Board of Education will have it’s regularly scheduled Board meeting Wednesday, August 12th in the school Media Center. Tax hearing@ 6:00p.m. Regular session @ 6:10p.m. followed by executive session. Agenda is posted under Menu/Docs on WN website.
MO STATE FAIR FFA EXHIBITS...members wanting to exhibit fruits, vegetables, ag mechanics, field crops, etc need to get items to Mrs. Honan by Tuesday (8-11)!! The list of items was sent to you by mail! Prize money can be used for dues, shirts, official dress, etc...
Kindergarten Parents: Please check your emails! Kindergarten Round Up meeting is Tuesday, August 11th at 5:30 PM.
Click below to view the school supply lists for the upcoming 2020-2021 school year!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a9ADYtqhpnKRFJF1LgxkSchQj7s4AxTKDV3CRYLZdTc/edit?usp=sharing
This is our last Summer Library week! Tues 5-7pm, Thurs 10-Noon! Also, AR site will shut down on July 30th for maintenance, so no AR testing from that date until school begins! Thank you!
FFA August 2nd Meeting/Fun Night 4-8 pm at the Rohr's residence. Come for an evening of swimming, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and a cook out! Bring your gear and willingness to have some FUN! Check school email for additional details.
Good afternoon, Rockets! Please click below to read a letter from Dr. Barnes, West Nodaway superintendent, about the upcoming school year.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rQ4UmDLwASI8EBW6FZCNF6TcjMtR4-ad/view?usp=sharing
Now through October 31st, Pizza Ranch in Maryville will contribute $2 for every regular-priced large pizza that is ordered and sold for delivery or pickup. The total amount will be divided equally among the six county school systems.
▪️Example: Pizza Ranch had about 600 large pizzas ordered in June. This would be $1,200. Each school would have received $200.
In addition to the large pizza, they will also include $1 for every frozen pizza ordered and sold. The “Take & Bake” pizza is new and has developed because of the pandemic. The “Take & Bake” is awesome for fundraising, or just for ordering and baking later.
Stop by, grab some supper, and help support our county schools! Thank you, Maryville Pizza Ranch! 🍕
Junior high football camp will be July 27th - 30, first two days at West Nodaway last two at North Nodaway. If you are interested email Coach Calfee acalfee@wnrockets.com
Junior high football camp will be July 27th - 30, first two days at West Nodaway last two at North Nodaway. If you are interested email Coach Calfee acalfee@wnrockets.com
Don’t forget to get immunizations scheduled now! Incoming kindergarten, 8th and 12th grades are most likely due for immunizations PRIOR to the start of the school year per Missouri state law. If you have any questions contact Kelli Hoyt-khoyt@wnrockets.com. Thank you!
You can see School Re-entry survey results on the school website under the News Section.
The WN Board of Education will hold a Special Session on July 13th, 2020 @. 6:00p.m. in the Media Center. Brief regular session to follow. Agenda is posted under Menu/Documents on WN website.
Blood Drive TODAY at the Burlington Junction American Legion Building from 2:30 pm - 6:30 pm. Your donation would be greatly appreciated!
Don't forget the West Nodaway Community Blood Drive tomorrow at the Burlington Junction American Legion Building from 2:30 pm - 6:30 pm.
Junior high football camp will be July 27th - 30, first two days at West Nodaway last two at North Nodaway. If you are interested email Coach Calfee acalfee@wnrockets.com
Graduation will be held on Sunday, July 12th at 3:00 PM in the high school gym. Graduates must arrive by 2:00 PM.
Seating for family: The front rows will be reserved for senior class family members. All students will be allowed six seats in these front rows. These seats will be marked with the senior’s name. There will be a receiving line held right after graduation on the south side of the building. Please allow everyone to go through the receiving line before taking seniors home.
Graduation practice will be held on Saturday, July 11th @ 9:00 AM in the HS gym. Bring your cap, gown, dress shoes, dress shirt, and tie or dress. You will wear this during the entire practice time. Boys: Must wear dress pants, dress shoes, and a shirt with a collar. Girls: Preferably dresses, but dress pants are acceptable. (No jeans, shorts, sunglasses, hats, or flip flops will be allowed.) WC Farmer Photography will be at practice to take pictures. Pricing information will be communicated by Ms. Talmadge.
Class of 2020: Baccalaureate will be held on July 8th at 7:00 PM at the Methodist Church in Elmo. Graduates must arrive 15 minutes early. Dress Code: Church Attire. Cake and punch to follow. This is very important to attend!
Class of 2021...Mrs. Honan has created a Senior Seminar Google Classroom. Assignments, scholarships, class decision surveys will be posted here! You need to join using the following code: z5fybib
Parents: The new school year is quickly approaching, and we are asking for your feedback moving forward. Please check your email for a short survey regarding school reentry this fall. Thank you for your help!
JH football camp will be July 27-30, First 2 days @ West Nod, last 2 days @ North Nod. If interested email Coach Calfee @ acalfee@wnrockets.com
WN Board of Education will conduct a special meeting on Tuesday, June 23 at 6:00pm in WN Media Center; closed session at 6:00pm with a brief regular session to follow; agendas and minutes posted under MENU/DOCUMENTS on WN website
Second Harvest Mobile Food Drop - 10:00am-NOON -while supplies last- TODAY- BJ Christian Church-Open to all
🏐WN VOLLEYBALL CAMP THIS WEEK! (June 22-25)🏐
Monday - Thursday
High School: 9:30-11
Junior High: 10:15-11:30
(Camp will directly follow weightlifting on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday.)
Contact Coach Talmadge with any questions!
West Nodaway FFA would like to announce the 2020-2021 Chapter FFA Officers.
Reagan Hagey, Reporter; Duke Ingraham, Vice President; Imajen Downing, President; Grant Adkins, Vice President; Riley Linville, Sentinel; Jon Rohr Secretary/Treasurer
Mark your calendar...West Nodaway Community Blood Drive July 8th, 2:30 pm-6:30 pm at Burlington Junction American Legion Building!
After Prom permission slips are due to Norma by Monday! Thank you
Tune in tonight to watch our FFA members get recognized for their State FFA Degrees. They will be featured in Part 4 of tonight’s video series.
Matt Adkins
Lexi Moore
FFA Officer Interviews TONIGHT at 6 pm in the Ag Room. Wear OFFICIAL DRESS!!
CORRECTION...FFA Officer Interviews are Wednesday, JUNE 17th, at 6 pm in the Ag Room! Wear official dress!
FFA Officer interviews are Wednesday, July 17th, at 6pm in the Ag Room. Candidates need to wear official dress.
Pizza Ranch is delivering to BJ on Saturdays. 10% profits on all sales through June 13 comes back to WN. Encourage orders on Saturdays. All sales will contribute. Highest profit school in the county gets extra $$$. WN raised the most last month, let’s do this!
WN Board of Education will conduct a special meeting on Mon. June 15 at 6:00pm in WN Media Center; closed session at 6:00pm with a brief regular session to follow; agendas and minutes posted under MENU/DOCUMENTS on WN website
Class of 2020: Baccalaureate will be held on Wednesday, July 8th at 7:00 PM at the Elmo Methodist Church. We hope to see you there!
There will be an emergency after-prom parent meeting for this coming years' junior class at the BJ Legion at 6:00pm on June 11. If you are not able to be there due to quick notice and wish to provide input call Tricia Fast (660-562-4414) or Nissa Ingraham (660-541-2333)
West Nodaway Board Meeting Live Link - 6/10/2020
https://youtu.be/CfJmBGcfEdk
Come support the class of 2022 on Friday and Saturday! Go Rockets! 🚀
Current FFA members and incoming freshmen...Burlington Junction Tractor Pull is June 26th. FFA members who work in the concession stand get their dues ($20) paid. The sign up sheet has been emailed to the students school email. We need all the help we can get!
FFA members Matt Adkins and Lexi Moore will be awarded their State FFA Degrees at the 2020 Virtual State FFA Convention June 18th at 6 pm.
Summer library open hours tonight 5-7pm! Come and go checkouts!
NOTICE: West Nodaway R-I Board of Education meeting; Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at 7:00pm; WN Media Center; open to public according to county health guidelines; link will also be posted for public viewing
Pizza Ranch is delivering to BJ on Saturdays. 10% profits on all sales through June 13 comes back to WN. Encourage orders on Saturdays. All sales will contribute. Highest profit school in the county gets extra $$$. WN raised the most last month, let’s do this!
Mark your calendars! West Nodaway will be hosting After Prom on Friday, July 10th from 6:00-10:00 PM. More details to come!
FFA members...check your school email to sign up for a SAE visit times. These will be done in person and virtually but in person is preferred. In person visits can be done at your location or the school. The main focus will be catching up record books and taking photos.
Don't forget "No Hunger Summer" at the Burlington Junction United Methodist Church. Pick-up time is 11:30-1:00 PM.
Summer Library hours begin this week! Come in and check out books for your summer reading. Come and Go checkouts only.
Just a reminder - Tuesday, June 2 is Election Day for two WN School Board seats; the three candidates are Troy Brady, Dennis Chitwood, and Kellee Dawson; please get out to vote, thank you!
“No Hunger Summer” begins today at the Burlington Junction United Methodist Church. Free sack lunches will be given out Monday-Friday through the months of June and July to all children 18 years of age and under. Stop by the church any time between 11:00-1:00 PM for pickup!
Pizza Ranch is delivering to BJ on Saturdays. 10% profits on all sales through June 13 comes back to WN. Encourage orders on Saturdays. All sales will contribute. Highest profit school in the county gets extra $$$. WN raised the most last month, let’s do this!
Please click the link below to view the summer football practice schedule from Coach Calfee.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1E8qxvylkBISNUY_cdQNqObqs_8li3Ffl3ars6S5FLak/edit
Thank you to all who served and sacrificed for our freedom! This country is great because of the brave! Happy Memorial Day!
Those interested in HS football next year email Coach Calfee acalfee@wnrockets.com for Zoom invite
Seniors: Grades are finalized, and diplomas can be picked up at the school as soon as all outstanding bills are paid and all items are returned.
If you have not yet returned your Chromebook or textbooks, they will need to be returned by 3:00 PM tomorrow. Thank you!
Click the link below for information in regard to West Nodaway summer strength and conditioning, starting on Monday, June 1st for all 7th-12th graders.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/19wbXBWU_M1C55Np1ZXNaBjTWf6eW9Rjtx7iC-8UCKwg/edit?usp=sharing
Reminder students can drop off supplies today until 7:00 P.M. Elementary students can pick up packets with their progress reports. Applications are available for NTS and Dual Credit. Bills are also being collected. We look forward to seeing you!
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2020
All parents/students need to plan to stop by the school on Tuesday, May 19, 8:30am-7:00pm to drop off all school property (textbooks, library books, Chromebooks etc). If you cannot make it that day, please call to setup a time. Parents will receive an email from your principals.
So happy to see some smiles in person today and get our seniors their Sonic drinks for what would have been their graduation weekend. So proud of the West Nodaway Class of 2020!
We made it to the end of this crazy year. Here is a message from some of your elementary staff. We are proud to be Rockets! 💙🚀
Congratulations to our 2019-2020 West Nodaway 8th grade graduates! Click the link below to view a tribute to their educational career:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=znVu25j0pYI
The last round of Happiness Hours for k-8th graders will be on Monday, May 18th! Mrs. Bell and Mrs. Snead would love to see you! The link and password is the same as always, but if you've lost yours, email Mrs. Bell!
Summer library hours begin June 2nd!
Live link for WN BOE meeting - 5/13/20
https://youtu.be/DHwuax1R13o
Virtual JH/HS football cheerleading tryouts begin this evening. If you are interested, be sure to reach out to Coach Bailey for the information. (660) 254-0312
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2020
All parents/students need to plan to stop by the school on Tuesday, May 19, 8:30am-7:00pm to drop off all school property (textbooks, library books, Chromebooks etc). If you cannot make it that day, please call to setup a time. Parents will receive an email from your principals.
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2020
Summer Library hours are set! Starting June 2nd-July 31st, Tues 5-7pm, Thurs 10-Noon. Come and Go checkouts only! We will not allow hanging out or library computer use this summer. Will limit number of people in library as advised. Keep up your summer reading!
The results are in! Congratulations to next year's Middle School Student Council winners! To be selected, students had to complete an application. Those students were then voted on by their peers. (Seventh grade has more representatives due to a tie.)
Also, thank you to everyone who applied! I truly do appreciate your effort and still want to hear your ideas! - Mrs. Bell
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2020
Next week will be last Friday for our seniors! Lights still on at Ford Field at WN even though days are longer! Hope isn’t cancelled!
Regularly Scheduled WN BOE meeting; Wed. May 13 at 7:00pm in the Media Center; due to health guidelines it is closed to public; public viewing link will be posted at www.wnrockets.com or you can call 725-4613. Agenda posted on school website under DOCUMENTS/Board of Education tab
Tuesday, May 19th will be our Supply Drop Off Day for students. Please make arrangements to drop off any school materials (Chromebooks, library books, textbooks, uniforms, etc). You may drop-off supplies any time from 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Please drive through the main circle drive (front of the building, by the commons). We ask that everyone remain in their cars and we will be watching for you to pull up. We will receive your items from your vehicle. If this day does not work for you, please call the school office Monday through Thursday to arrange an alternate date and time.
All parents/students need to plan to stop by the school on Tuesday, May 19, 8:30am-7:00pm to drop off all school property (textbooks, library books, Chromebooks etc). If you cannot make it that day, please call to setup a time. Parents will receive an email from your principals.
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2020
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2020
Girl Scouts Offering
The agenda for the special meeting of the WN Board of Education has been posted: meeting scheduled for Thurs. 5/7 at 6:00pm in the Media Center; meeting will start with Executive Session at that time
Here is a Summer Math Challenge from DESE. I encourage all our students to keep working on math skills this summer! And it is totally free!!! https://dese.mo.gov/state-board-education/commissioner/missouri-summer-math-challenge
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2020
Students currently in 5th-7th grade are reminded to complete both their Exploratory Selection Form and their Student Council Ballot by the end of the day on Friday, May 8th.
Both were emailed to them last Friday by Mrs. Bell. If you have accidentally deleted your forms and cannot find them in your trash folder, please email Mrs. Bell. It is important that you complete both.
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2020
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2020
Mrs. Price and Mrs. McGinness had a great day delivering May Day bags to their students. Happy May Day Rockets! 🌸🌺🌼
Correction - Community Weightroom at West Nodaway School will open back up on Tuesday, May 5. New members can call Cheryl at 725-4613 to get code to enter.
WN Class of 2020 Graduation Ceremony has been postponed until Sun. July 12, 2020 at 3:00pm. The format will be dictated by health department/government guidelines at that time.
Community Weightroom at West Nodaway School will open back up on Monday, May 3. Signup in the month of May will be at no charge. Must call Cheryl at 725-4613 to get code to enter. Cleaning protocols will be posted and must be followed for everyone's safety.
Curious what a few people couldn't imagine life without? Here are some that were sent to Mrs. Bell! If you still want to share yours, feel free to email it to her anytime!
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2020
West Nodaway BOE Meeting - Thurs. 4/30 at 7:15pm; click on this link to view the meeting
https://youtu.be/MUvQQSDiACI
Thank you to those who have completed the 2020 Census. Important federal funding comes to our school as a result. Please go to 2020census.gov to find out more.
Featured in today's Rockets From a Distance is Mrs. Melissa Cook! Can you tell what they're doing without reading the caption?
FFA Officer Applications (through Google Forms) have been sent to the student emails. Members need to be sophomore-senior during the 2020-2021 school year. Applications are due May 15th.
Congratulations to Matt Adkins and Lexi Moore for receiving their State FFA Degrees!
Special Session of the West Nodaway Board of Education, Thurs. Apr. 30, 2020; Executive Session begins at 6:00pm in the Media Center; brief Regular Session will follow; meeting agenda can be found on website (MENU/DOCUMENTS/BOARD OF EDUCATION tabs)
Maryville Pizza Ranch Community Impact Night/Day for WN will be on Saturdays thru May 9; any order received and delivered to Burlington Junction and any pickup in Maryville on these Saturdays, WN schools will receive 10% of the profits. Thank you Pizza Ranch for your support!
Volleyball girls are getting excited for the upcoming season. Enjoy our "Quarantine Pepper" 😊 *I do not own the rights to this music.*
https://youtu.be/-GFYEJTGVYY
GOVERNOR PARSON ANNOUNCES FIRST PHASE OF “SHOW ME STRONG RECOVERY” PLAN TO BEGIN MAY 4
https://governor.mo.gov/press-releases/archive/governor-parson-announces-first-phase-show-me-strong-recovery-plan-begin-may
Braxton and Brody with their sports books of choice! Thanks for sharing! Do you have a book to share? #WhatAreOurRocketsReading
Any Junior High or High School students interested in being a football cheerleader please contact Coach Bailey (660-254-0312) in regard to football tryouts.
I have a new video! Maybe you can make some May Day Baskets at home! Here's the youtube link.
https://youtu.be/uVG8ZMr05uQ
While we all wish that things could be different, that we could see one another, learn together in person, and generally be together again, focusing on those things we can control is most beneficial. No one from our district created this exercise, but you are all welcome to use it.
The Nodaway County Health Department will be conducting COVID-19 testing tomorrow, April 28 from 8-2 at the Maryville Community Center located at 1407 North Country Club, Maryville. There are 200 tests available. You do NOT have to be symptomatic to be tested. This test will provide a random sample for the state of MO. Anyone who tests will have to self-quarantine for about 24-48 hours or until they receive a phone call with their results. So far only there are only 25 registrants. Register at this link:
https://redcap.link/mocovidcctesting
Lights on again in Burlington Junction. Seniors 2020. Hope isn’t cancelled!
Inquiring teachers want to know: What are our Rockets reading? (Any student, little or big.) Send a picture of you and the current book you are reading! mgrace@wnrockets.com
8th grade: Don't forget to fill out the Google form, about 8th grade graduation, that is in your email. These are due on Friday!
Sports physical will take place on Monday May 11th and Monday May 18th at West Nodaway Family Medicine. Physical hours will be 1:00 PM-4:00 PM. Please contact the clinic to schedule your appointment, (660) 725-3365. The cost is $20.00.
Physicals will be available throughout the summer if people are unable to make it on May 11th and 18th, but these are the dates set aside to do only sports physicals. Reminder that sports physicals expire every 2 years.
Attention current 5th, 6th, and 7th graders! You should have received an email from Mrs. Bell about Student Council for the 2020-2021 school year. If you'd like to be on the ballot, you need to complete the form by the end of the day on Thursday, April 30th. If you have any questions or concerns, please email Mrs. Bell!
Here's a little activity for anyone interested! Take a piece of paper. Write "I can't imagine life without..." in the center and draw a bubble around it. Make rays coming out from the center and fill each section. We'd love to see what you include! Post on Facebook or email Mrs. Bell!
Any band student needing to return instruments can also do so tomorrow during the two designated times. Thank you!
Students K-8, this is just a reminder that Mrs. Bell and Mrs. Snead are continuing to host Happiness Hours every Monday! This is a great time to connect with your classmates, ask questions, etc...! Hope you can make it!
Hey there Elementary! I thought it might be fun to watch this four-part video set about George Seurat. (don't worry, they are short videos) After you learn about Seurat and Pointillism, maybe you can try a "Seurat" at home using whatever you have available, whatever can make dots of color.
The link is below.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9DX5MhkfYQ
We continue to honor our 2020 graduates at 20:20 for 20 minutes here at Ford Field in Burlington Junction.
Spring pictures: Spring pictures will be made available asap. We will let you know when they have been delivered to the school. We will schedule a pick up day or mail them home if necessary.
End of school updates: The last day of school for West Nodaway R-I will be May 20th, 2020. Student check out days will be May 19th and 20th. We will publish a schedule for drop off books, computers, etc. Students will also have access to lost and found items at that time.
If you or anyone in your family is having a hard time during this crisis, The National Institute for Trauma and Loss in Children has some amazing resources for talking about it. Here is a great one called The Animals Inside Me: Meerkat, Tiger, and Owl. Even adults can benefit from thinking about this analogy. Sometimes, the meerkat within us sounds the alarm when we're not in any urgent danger and we need to work to calm ourselves. We miss all our students and our school family!
Reminder: 8th grade has a Zoom meeting with their sponsors at 10:30a.m. check your emails for the link!
Today, there are actually two Rocket staff members featured in Rocket From a Distance! Check out what Mr. + Mrs. Downing have been up to during social distancing!
Due to inclement weather for Thurs. 4/16; locker room item pickup is rescheduled for Mon. 4/20; 9am-noon; 4pm-7pm
Maryville Pizza Ranch Community Impact Night/Day for WN will be on Saturdays thru May 9; any order received and delivered to Burlington Junction and any pickup in Maryville on these Saturdays, WN schools will receive 10% of the profits. Thank you Pizza Ranch for your support!
WN Class of 2020 Graduation Ceremony has been postponed until Sun. July 12, 2020 at 3:00pm. The format will be dictated by health department/government guidelines at that time.
Practice your Spanish at home with a ton of fun videos, online classes, and GAMES!
Go to -
Rockalingua.com
Login: wnstudent
Password: wnstudent
Let me know if you have any questions!
jdowning@wnrockets.com
https://youtu.be/zWCLNACNObg
Try this fun Spanish clapping game at home! This can be for the entire family!
After you learn it try and get faster and faster! Share your clapping expertise with WN!
Today's Rocket From a Distance is Mrs. Julie Acklin!
Middle School Math Zoom Meetings:
Tuesday
7th grade @ 10:00 am
6th grade @ 11:00 am
8th grade at 1:00 pm
We are going to try to do a digital breakout game! Zoom invite will be on their google classroom.
#mathisfun
High School and 8th grade students please check your email. I have sent a Google Form for any student interested in joining High School Student Council for the 2020-2021 school year! There is a great end of the year incentive for those that are chosen! #StuCo2020 #MakeChange
WN FBLA, FCCLA and FFA are postponing their annual World's of Fun trip until this Fall. More details to come.
West Nodaway joined other schools in honoring the Senior Class of 2020 with some Friday Night Lights! Memorable year for sure!
Students wishing to pick up items left in the varsity and junior high locker rooms will be able to stop by school and pick them up on Thurs. Apr. 16 from 9am-noon or 4pm-7pm. Dr. Barnes & Mrs. Snead will be available at those times.
MSHSAA Cancels Spring Post-Season Events
https://www.mshsaa.org/resources/PDF/SpringCancelationRelease-492020.pdf
The Governor of Missouri has ordered that all Missouri public and charter schools remain closed through the remainder of the academic year with exception of nutrition services. Enjoy your Easter break and we will provide more information soon.
Correction: April 10th & 13th would have been our "Spring Break." We want to make sure that everyone is able to spend time with their families during this time. We will be lessening our Virtual Learning expectations during those days. Thank you for all your continued support!
Featured today in Rockets From a Distance: Mrs. Marsha Price, who has been keeping very busy with her family!
We understand that there were breaks in the live feed and recording of the WN BOE meeting tonight (4/8). We are continuing to try to make this better for upcoming meetings. Apologies for the inconvenience.
Click on the link below to view the WN BOE meeting live tonight at 7:00pm.
https://youtu.be/XAcoXGKiKOs
Today's Rocket From a Distance is Mrs. Lori Snead!
Today's Rocket From a Distance is Mrs. Beth Wonderly! Where have you been reading?
Featured in today's Rockets From a Distance is Mrs. Shayli Larabee! Can you spot her special safe seat?
West Nodaway BOE Meeting - Wed. April 8; 7:00pm; WN Media Center; agenda posted under Documents/Board of Education/2019-20 tabs on website; due to mandates during COVID-19 crisis public/staff will not be able to be in attendance; live feed will be available on website soon
Featured in today's Rockets From a Distance, our wonderful elementary principal, Holly Brady!
Kindergarten had a fun Zoom meeting this morning. Happy Friday!
Anyone who wasn’t able to pickup supplies/Chromebook can stop by the school Friday (4/3) morning 9am-noon; Be safe Rockets!
COVID-19 Press Release from Nodaway County Public Health Department
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YAL_PJQHl9mZs9rmsLheqNQevuJNpmkQ/view?usp=sharing
Ms. Talmadge had zoom meetings with Geometry and Algebra 2 students this afternoon! It was so good to see their smiling faces! (Doing Math was a fun bonus, too!) 💙
Starting on Monday, April 6th, Mrs. Bell and Mrs. Snead will be hosting virtual happiness hours for grades K-8. Individual invitations will be sent via email, but mark your calendars! Even though we can't see you in person, we'd love to see your faces!
Today's featured staff member in "Rockets From a Distance" is none other than Cheryl Adkins!
Featured today in Rockets From a Distance: Mrs. Liz Schieber!
Elementary Families: Each PK-5 child received new books in the supply sacks that you will pick up this week. These are not library books and do not need to be returned. We hope this gives your families something new to enjoy. Keep Reading!
WN lunch pickup will change to Tuesday and Thursday this week (today 3/31); then switch to Monday and Thursday starting 4/6; multiple meals served each day
When students come to get their supplies tomorrow and Thursday, band students need to return all school instruments and take home all personal instruments. Mr. Sheeley will be there to help.
Hopefully you've been enjoying our Rockets From a Distance series.
Featured today is Mrs. Melissa Grace!
Middle School Math
Tuesday’s Zoom Schedule
6th grade @ 11:00
7th grade @ 1:00
8th grade @ 2:00
Codes will be put on google classroom prior to the meet!
See you soon! ☺️
Apologies for inconvenience. If previous link for board meeting didn't work, please try this one. Thank you!
https://youtu.be/n6C38iNSpkc
Featured in today's Rockets From a Distance will be Mrs. Kristi Snodderley who has absolutely had her hands full!
Live Feed Link for West Nodaway BOE Meeting - Monday, March 30; click on link to join us at 7:30pm for regular session
https://youtu.be/K4UE3dCSotI
Here is a link to a youtube video I made. It's been on Facebook already, but since not everyone uses Facebook, it's here also. HAVE FUN!! I hope to post more on youtube over the next few weeks. These will be of activities you can do with your family at home.
(heads up,... save some of those empty cardboard tubes for a future video) Meanwhile,.... here is SALT PAINTING!!
https://youtu.be/uHh0Eas5_NI
High school art students should check their Google Classroom for all art assignments!
Middle School Parents: Please check your email for the middle school newsletter. This week, it contains important information regarding online assignments.
WN Board Meeting agenda is posted on the website; go to MENU and then DOCUMENTS; open the Board of Education folder and then 2019-20 Meeting Agendas folder.
West Nodaway BOE Special Meeting - Mon. March 30 at 7:00pm. Due to the guidelines during the COVID-19 health crisis, board & admin only will be in attendance; live feed will be provided for the public via ZOOM conferencing. Link will be posted on the WN website.
Lunches are being served Monday-Friday from the school. Apologize for any inconvenience. Stay safe and well!
Anatomy, Chemistry, and Physical Science students please check your email! New instructions for the month of April have been sent to you. Please email Mrs. Reed if you have any questions. #ItIsRocketScience
West Nodaway prom has been canceled at this time. We will evaluate the situation moving forward.
Featured in today's Rockets From a Distance, we're featuring none other than our art teacher, Mrs. Kristine Price!
Mrs. McGinness’s class had a zoom meeting this morning. It was amazing getting to see their faces. If you ever need a pick me up you can always count on them. 💙 🚀
Per Nodaway County Emergency Management ordinance passed today (3/26/20) by Nodaway County Commissioners (Section 4), West Nodaway R-I Schools will remain closed through the month of April. School may reopen if public health conditions improve.
WN High School Math Parents! Please check your email for an email from Ms. Talmadge! 😊 #mathisfun
While we're apart, we thought it might be nice to share a little bit about what we're doing now that we're all at home with our families! Well, when we're not thinking about all of you and doing school from a distance.
Up first... Mrs. Jennifer McGinness!
Fifth grade held a morning meeting on Flip Grid! We hope to see more friends next time! #socialdistancing #checkinonyourfriends
Reading Tip: Read books that are also movies. Students need to be able to compare/contrast. Watch/read, then discuss how the characters and storylines were same/different. Which did you enjoy more and why? Go to: https://imaginationsoup.net/childrens-books-adapted-movies/
Kindergarten had fun catching up with friends on Zoom!!
6th Grade Parents & Students,
Please check the Class of 2026 Facebook page or parent email in regards to survey questions regarding technology. All responses can be sent to nhonan@wnrockets.com
Reminder: There will be only ONE meal pick-up time moving forward, which will be from 11:30-12:30 PM at the designated locations (BJ - WN School, Clearmont - Little Red Schoolhouse, Elmo - Community Building, Quitman - Bluebird Crossing). No morning food pick-up time. Lunch will be served, along with breakfast for the following day.
Mrs. Grace's Reading Tip: Incorporate sight word/spelling/math practice into your favorite family board games like Candyland or Connect 4. Draw a card, read it, work it out, and take a turn! Adjust the level of skill to your kids. Be creative and have fun while learning! #missyou
If you are unable to get out of the house to pick up your school-provided meal, please call us! Delivery is available! (Elementary: 725-4126, HS: 725-3317, Norma: 816-390-5241).
Beginning today, there will be only meal pick-up time, which will be from 11:30-12:30 PM at the designated locations (BJ - WN School, Clearmont - Little Red Schoolhouse, Elmo - Community Building, Quitman - Bluebird Crossing). Lunch will be served, along with breakfast for the following day.
I love Julia Cook books, and I know many of our elementary students do too. So, I was thrilled to see that she'll be reading a book aloud on Facebook every Monday and Friday at 9 am! They'll stay up for a few days, so you can watch them at a time that works for you. - Mrs. Bell
MS Social Studies and HS American History: Don't forget to access our classroom website and Google Classroom for new and/or additional curriculum. Update:March 23 is posted.
Thank you, Mr. Downing
Classroom Website:
https://sites.google.com/wnrockets.com/mrdowning-socialstudies
Please read most current announcements from MO Gov. Mike Parsons and follow guidelines to keep everyone safe. Updates will continue.
https://governor.mo.gov/press-releases/archive/governor-parson-directs-dhss-director-require-social-distancing-statewide
During this time of social distancing, it seems to me that a kindness journal is just the spark of positivity we could all use! Luckily, there's a free one available at deepkindnessjournal.com. It asks for an email, but that's all. As a sneak preview, here's day one!
Thank you to the Burlington Junction Methodist and Christian churches on serving close to 45 kids lunches the last few days. What great community pride and assistance we have. School looks forward to helping out more next week and the weeks ahead!
There have been some troubles reported using Math Facts in a Flash at home. The problem is the browser is blocking the pop-up for the site. You will need to allow pop-ups for the site, allow pop-ups in general, or try another browser (it appears to be working in Firefox).
In order to ensure there are enough sack breakfast/lunches prepared, please remember to call or text Norma at (816) 390-5241 by the end of the day today if your children are participating in the free meals next week. Thank you!
Backpack Buddies Update: Please pick up your items in the vestibule off of the south circle drive anytime before *2:00 PM* today, or during breakfast and lunch pick-up next week!
Mrs. Grace's Reading Tip: More on DIALOGUE: Have your child practice reading dialogue with the expression of the character. Read the story like a play and take turns reading for certain characters. Practicing this helps build reading fluency, as well. Keep reading!!
Mrs. Grace's Reading Tip: When reading books with your child, discuss DIALOGUE, or what the characters say in the book. Look for the quotation marks that set dialogue apart. Be sure your child knows who is speaking, and discuss whose point of view the story is told from.
Those receiving Backpack Buddies can pick them up at school tomorrow between 8:00-3:00 PM, or next week when picking up lunches. If you plan to pick them up tomorrow, please call Bev at 725-4126. If you cannot pick them up, we may be able to deliver. Call for more information.
MS Social Studies and HS American History students/parents please access my classroom website (below) for new and/or additional curriculum. I have placed instructions for a new form of daily warm-ups to use while we are out of school as well as additional resources, assignments and supplemental information/activities to complete while we wait to get back in the classroom. Please don't hesitate to email me with ANY questions and check back on the website frequently for new material as the need arises.
Thank you for your support, Mr. Downing
Classroom Website:
https://sites.google.com/wnrockets.com/mrdowning-socialstudies
The immunization clinic scheduled for our current 7th and 11th graders is postponed, along with all other activities at West Nodaway. Plans to reschedule will be communicated in the future.
Important Breakfast/Lunch Updates: Available for FREE to ANYONE 18 years of age, or younger that resides in the West Nodaway School District. Contact offices to participate! See "News" section of website.
Middle School Math:
Students need to check their google classroom daily, watch the videos over each lesson & complete the problem sets. Students need to email Mrs. Shipley with any questions & to tell her when they have completed each problem set.
Thanks!
The breakfast and lunch menu can be found under the "Dining" section of our website. Please remember to call the offices today if you'd like to participate!
WN School will serve breakfast & lunch starting Mon. 3/23; details available on website or call 725-4126 (Bev) or 725-3317 (Tayne)
Lunches at BJ Methodist Church on Thurs & Fri will be served from 11:30am-12:30pm
Lunches for any WN school student will be available for pickup at the BJ Methodist Church on Thurs. 3/19 & Fri. 3/20; free of charge; call 725-3317 (Tayne) or 725-4126 (Bev) to let us know if you will participate
In efforts to maintain open lines of communication, all certified staff will be available between 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. each day. Please reach out with any questions or concerns you may have. We are all here to help! Staff email addresses can be found by going to our website.
Kindergarten was busy today reading phrases and sentences.🚀💙📚
Kindergarten was busy today reading phrases and sentences.🚀💙📚
Community weightroom access closed until April 6; those paid through March 31 will get comp time in April; call 725-4613 with questions
There have been no reported cases of COVID-19 at West Nodaway; this is part of a social distancing preventative measure we are taking at this time.
Due to increasing risk with COVID-19 West Nodaway schools will be closed until April 6. No practices or activities until April 6. See website NEWS for more details
The elementary "Breakfast Buddies" originally scheduled for tomorrow has been postponed until a later date. Sorry for the inconvenience!
No classes at NTS (Votech) tomorrow; WN NTS students report to school at beginning of 4th hour (10:40am)
Kindergarten read Green Eggs and Ham today and then tried them. Most of them really enjoyed their snack. They enjoyed learning about proteins with the MU Extension office.
Savannah (3/16) and Trenton (3/19) Ag Contests are cancelled. State FFA Convention is postponed.
Check out the WN website (NEWS) for news and information on updates regarding COVID-19 and any potential closures/cancellations.
Due to travel & health concerns, WN FFA to trapshoot at Smithville for Sat. 3/14 is cancelled
Don't forget to place your Fan Cloth order this weekend! The fundraiser ends on Monday.
The indoor track meets at Northwest Missouri State University on March 21st and March 24th have been cancelled. Sorry for the inconvenience.
Grey’s dad was the 5th grade guest reader today! 📚 We ❤️ books!
Here are the Kindergarten Kings and Queens. We had so much fun learning about kings and queens!
Fourth Graders do some investigating as they examine different types of rocks and minerals to prepare them for our unit.
Hang on, Fourth Graders! Students experienced a virtual roller coaster ride as they plunged into the study of plot elements.
There will be a varsity baseball parent meeting with Coach Phipps at 5:15 PM today in the elementary gym.
28th Annual DARE Barbecue Auction - Saturday, April 4th at St. Gregory's Parish Gym. Adults - $10.00, Children - $5.00. Tickets can be purchased from Mr. Nolte at the high school!
Picture Day Tomorrow: PreK-12th Grade Casual Pictures, MS/HS Spring Sports, MS/HS Scholar Bowl, Senior Make-Ups (Please Dress Nicely)
Check out what our elementary Rockets are reading on this bulletin board in the west hallway! Books are the best!
Playing one our favorite fluency games, Blurb! Get a "blurb" and read them all!!
The Costa Rica trip has been postponed. We are sorry for the inconvenience but safety is our main priority. Potential future dates will be provided later.
There have been recent changes/additions to both the junior high and the high school track schedules. Spring storms inevitably pop up throughout the season, so remember to keep updated on changing information by visiting the "Athletics" section of our website.
It's spring concert day! Come see our PK-2nd grade students perform this evening at 6:00 PM. They have been working very hard!
Ellie got to use Mrs. Brady’s chair for earning 60 AR points!
You can own a piece of WN history and memorabilia. This will be available to bid on the night of the play. Proceeds will go toward more improvements to the stage and drama department.
Congratulations to our principal of the day, Quincy McGinness!
Middle School Student Council is holding their annual Lucky Charm Donuts fundraiser! Donuts cost $1 each and will be delivered on Monday, March 16th. To purchase a donut, see a Middle School Student Council member or either office. Thank you for your support!
Fifth grade students reviewed the steps in the scientific method as they wrote a testable question & hypothesis while trying to find out which type of gum makes the biggest bubbles. They identified variables, recorded data, & learned how to graph their results!
Reminder: Make plans to attend West Nodaway's production of "The Single Man" on Friday! The play will begin at 7:00 PM, and admission is $5.00 at the door.
Third Grade Parents: If you are ordering a recorder, money is due on Friday, March 13th ($5.00/each).
Congratulations to our Principal of the Day Vivian Hull!
Reminder: Burlington Junction baseball sign-ups will be held tomorrow from 5:00-6:30 PM in the commons area. See the "News" section of our website for more information.
Olivia Keever was our Principal of the Day on Friday! Congratulations Olivia!!!
Don't forget - the PreK-2nd Grade spring music concert will be held on Thursday at 6:00 PM!
4th-12th grade TEAM Sewing activity for this Friday has been moved to next Friday, March 20th.
Great job Kenzie!! She earned the principal’s chair!
Picture day is here again! Scholastic will be at West Nodaway on Friday for K-12th grade casual pictures, as well as MS/HS spring sports and activities.
Lathrop Ag Contest bus will leave at 6 am on Monday from HS parking lot. Dress for the weather and bring a lunch!
The new stage curtains are up and ready for play week! What a beautiful sight! Thank you Citizens Bank for helping make this happen!!
Every class took part in How I Became A Pirate readers' theater this week during our reading rotation stations. Then we did a "read my shirt" treasure hunt looking for words and letters.
We've had such a fun week celebrating books and reading at the elementary! From Drop Everything and Read to doing pirate readers' theaters and showing off what we are reading, how great!!
We have loved all of the Dr. Seuss books that we have read this week. 🚀💙📚
Book character parade to end our reading week! 🚀💙📚
1st & 3rd grades drew leprechauns which are now guarding their pot of gold. This will be on display at Goff's Grocery during March.
West Nodaway Board of Education Meeting - Wed. March 11; 7:00pm; WN Media Center; agenda posted under Documents/Board of Education/2019-20 tabs on website
Reminder: No school at West Nodaway on Monday, March 9th. Have a great three-day weekend, Rockets!
February was Career and Technology Education Month. To celebrate, Northwest Technical School asked each teacher to nominate a Student of the Month. Jay Drake from Building Trades picked Gabe Goff. He said, "Gabe is a first-year student from West Nodaway. He is always in class and on task. He is very particular on every job he is doing, to make sure it is right." Gabe was gifted a $10.00 Casey's gift card to congratulate him! Great job, Gabe!
The Booster Club Open Alumni Basketball Tournament is tomorrow! Games begin at 8:00 AM. Concession will be available, and all gate money will benefit the family of West Nodaway alumni, Kristine Palmer.
Fifth grade pirate crew— we arrrgh readers!
We had a flyswatter game in Spanish 2 today! They had to run to the correct words that were spoken and the first to put their foot or hand on it gained a point! It was a fun competition!
Good luck West Nodaway 8th grader, Logan Franks! He will travel to St. Joseph tomorrow to compete in the Regional Spelling Bee. West Nodaway will be cheering you on, Logan. We're so proud of you!
New stage curtains are here!
Congratulations to Tyler Blay on his unanimous first team all conference 275!!
Curious about the calendar for the upcoming 2020-2021 school year? Follow the link below, or you can also find it under the "Documents" section of our website!
https://5il.co/dg7x
Last call for dinner theater tickets! Tickets are due tomorrow by 3:10 PM if you'd like to attend, and the cost is $13.00. Otherwise, general admission is $5.00 at the door on Friday, March 13th. See the high school office, Linda Babcock, Kristine Price, or any Drama Club member to purchase. More details about the play are under the "News" section of our website.
Kratos earned enough points for the Principal’s chair!! Great job!!
Charley read enough books for the Principal’s chair!! Great job!!
5th graders reading to Kindergarten today to celebrate reading week!
Good luck to our varsity Scholar Bowl team as they travel to Tarkio for a meet at 4:30 PM today. Go Rockets!
Fifth grade read books to Kindergarten buddies today! Celebrate reading! 🚀💙📚
All American Publishing is offering our students free 100 T-Shirts through area sponsorships. The shirts will be given to our students and thrown out during home events.
Reminder: Clearmont baseball sign-ups will be held outside of the elementary office from 3:30-6:00 PM today! See the "News" section of our website for more information.
Read Across America! Fifth grade students read several Dr. Seuss books & used text evidence to identify the main idea & theme.
Here are the brackets for the Booster Club Open Alumni Basketball Tournament this weekend!
Addilynn Cowden working hard as our Principal of the Day!
2nd grade participating in Drop Everything and Read. So engaged in their books!!!!
Elliett read enough books to earn the Principal’s chair for the day!! Great job!!
Kindergarten celebrated Dr. Seuss’ birthday with some fun activities!!
The Burlington Junction Baseball Association is accepting registrations for the 2020 summer season! Sign-ups will be held on Wednesday, March 11th from 5:00-6:30 PM in the West Nodaway commons area. See the website for more information!
Saturday is the 2nd Annual Booster Club Alumni Basketball Tournament at West Nodaway. All money earned through the gate will be donated to the family of West Nodaway alumni, Kristine Palmer, who's daughter recently had a very extended stay at Children's Mercy. There will also be concessions available. We hope to see you there!
Easter Break Dates: Dismiss at 12:15 PM on April 9th, and no school on April 10th or April 13th!
The Elementary students had DEAR (Drop Everything And Read) time for 10 minutes this morning, and will every day this week to celebrate reading together as a school!
Congratulations to West Nodaway junior, Tyler Blay, for being named to the All-District Basketball Team for the 2019-2020 basketball season!
There will be a PTO meeting tomorrow night, beginning at 6:00 PM in Mrs. McGinness' classroom.
Don't forget to purchase your tickets to the 28th Annual DARE Barbecue Dinner Auction from Mr. Nolte! Adults - $10.00, Children - $5.00. This is DARE's biggest fundraiser of the year! See website for details.
Today is the last day of basketball youth development with the high school staff; 4:00-5:30 in the main gym.
Congrats to the 5th and 6th grade boys! 5th grade boys placed 3rd and 6th grade boys placed 2nd place today in Tarkio. 💙🚀🏀
8th grade students gave research presentations this week over the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793. They had to practice no less than 20 times each, and many of them were even able to memorize their presentations! Great job, 8th grade! You rock!
~~8th grade piñatas~~ They made their own piñatas and they decided to bust one open for candy!
FTA visited TEAM today!!
Quincy earned the principal’s chair with his AR points!! Keep reading!!
Cash earned enough AR points to get the principal’s chair for the day!! Great job!
PTO Meeting: Tuesday, March 3rd at 6:00 PM in Mrs. McGinness' elementary classroom. We hope to see you there!
See any MS/HS student athlete to purchase some new Rocket gear from Fan Cloth! Money earned will go toward the purchase of new athletic uniforms. If you'd rather order online, check out the "News" section of our website for the link. Go Rockets!
Reminder: After Prom Pitch Night tomorrow at 6:00 PM in the commons! $12.00 at the gate, and concessions are available!
Spanish 3 and 4 students are making recipes for their "Cooking Show". They did fantastic! My 8th hour did great but are not pictures sorry girls! (Imajen - Ximena, Erin- Daniela)
Congratulations to our Principal of the Day AJ Keever!
FFA Truck and Tractor Day is Friday! Drive something to school or support your brand of choice by wearing those colors. FFA movie night at 7pm in the Ag Room.
Don't forget to place your donut order to benefit Briley's Heart Cart! The deadline is 3:00 PM today.
The Elementary will celebrate Read Across America Day and Dr. Seuss' Birthday with a whole week of reading related dress up days, March 2-6. Characters Welcome!
FFA Week on Thursday bring "Ye Ye" Day! Boots, buckles, flannels are all welcome. 8th graders will also be treated to ice cream during lunch!
Fun at NWMSU!!
Third grade has been studying vertebrates! They drew animals and listed the characteristics we have learned.
Last call for 3rd Quarter Box Tops!
If you have any box tops please send them to school tomorrow.
Also don’t forget to keep scanning your receipts.
Wednesday's FFA Week event is FFA Spirit Day! Wear anything blue and gold from head to toe. It is also teacher appreciation so remember to thank those who are educating you!
Middle and high school parent-teacher conferences are tonight from 4:00-7:00 PM in the commons! See you there!
Mrs. Honan's 6th grade Exploring Ag class is hosting a bake sale tonight at Parent Teacher Conferences. Money raised will purchase hygiene products for those in need.
After Prom is hosting another "Pitch Night" this Saturday, beginning at 6:00 PM in the commons area. RSVP to Joni Adkins in advance for a discounted ticket price. Otherwise, door cost is $12.00. We hope to see you there!
Tuesday for FFA Week is CAMO Day! Also, members will be treated to breakfast (free) and a pizza lunch (bring $2)!
Reminder: Middle and high school parent-teacher conferences will be held tomorrow from 4:00-7:00 PM in the commons area. We look forward to seeing you!
Good luck to the varsity boys as they travel to Albany this evening to compete in the District basketball tournament. The Rockets will take on Platte Valley at 6:00 PM. If you'd like to watch tonight's game live online, simply search "Albany TV" on Facebook! Go Rockets!
West Nodaway will be celebrating FFA week all week long! Click below for a complete list of dress-up themes and activities.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bMLeZHLcdb9cH6JR2IRpi9QFdJL9URtm/view?usp=sharing
Blood Drive TODAY 2-7pm Burlington Jct. American Legion. Donors receive shirt and snacks. Thank you for considering.
Monday kicks off FFA Week with USA Day. Come dressed in our Nation's colors! Don't forget our Blood Drive!
FBLA, FCCLA, FFA are sponsoring a donut fundraiser to collect funds for Briley's Heart Cart. Forms will be sent home with elementary students. MS/HS can pick up forms in the office. All forms are due to CTE teacher by Thursday!
More paintbrush designs by Kindergarten!!
Kindergarten trying out their paintbrushes .
FFA Breakfast TOMORROW 8-12pm, Burlington Jct. American Legion. Pancakes, eggs, bacon, potatoes biscuits and gravy. Free Will Donation!!
Board Meeting Agenda for Monday, February 24 at 6:00pm
https://5il.co/d6v3
Special WN BOE Meeting - Monday, Feb. 24 - Library Media Center; Executive Session @ 6:00pm; Regular Session will follow; Agenda under Menu/Board of Education on website
Look at these amazing products they designed and made today.
Kindergarten had fun designing paintbrushes today.
Fifth grade enjoyed the funny book, The Good Egg, which was filled with messages about the importance of self-care. We appreciate our guest reader taking time to come read to us! We ❤️ books! 🚀
Reminder for those wanting to watch the District basketball tournament live - you can check it out by searching "Albany TV" on Facebook, or by following the link below. The tournament begins tomorrow morning!
West Nodaway will kick off FFA week on Sunday, February 23rd with their monthly breakfast, followed by theme days and special activities the rest of the week. Check out the full list by following the link below:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bMLeZHLcdb9cH6JR2IRpi9QFdJL9URtm/view?usp=sharing
FFA Blood Drive Monday, February 24, 2-7pm at Burlington Jct. American Legion. Critical need for blood donations so please consider donating.
Location Change: The middle school event will be held in the high school gym and Mrs. Downing's room this evening from 5:00-7:00 PM.
2019-2020 Varsity Boys District Basketball Bracket
2019-2020 Varsity Girls District Basketball Bracket
All middle school students are invited to the "Cabin Fever" event from 5:00-7:00 PM this evening! The $5.00 entry fee includes drinks, snacks, and pizza. We hope to see you there!
Don't forget! Tonight's basketball theme is "Black Out" to support our senior basketball players and cheerleaders at their last home game! Good luck, Rockets!
Fundraising opportunity for Middle School students attending the 2021 Washington DC trip: students can work the concession stand at the JV/V BB games with Mrs. Honan. Please show up by 4:30pm.
1st grade learned about Van Gogh today.
Interested in watching the District basketball tournament, but can't make it to Albany? No worries! Just search "Albany TV" on Facebook, or follow the link below, and watch the games live!
https://www.facebook.com/AlbanyTV/
The "Senior Night" ceremony this evening will take place between the two varsity games. JV will begin at 5:30 PM, with varsity following. Go Rockets!
Don't forget -- Community Hospital of Fairfax is giving complimentary blood pressure checks tonight during the high school basketball games at West Nodaway. Stop by their table anytime after 5:30 PM!
Due to an area-wide internet outage, the phones at West Nodway may not work. Until the issue is resolved, please email Bev (bmcginnes@wnrockets.com) or Tayne (tfast@wnrockets.com) with any attendance information. Sorry for the inconvenience!
All middle school students are invited to our Cabin Fever Event this Friday from 5-7! A $5 cover charge will include snacks, drinks, and pizza!
The location has changed to the elementary gym and computer lab, so please enter through the elementary doors! See you there!
FFA is hosting a community blood drive on Monday, February 24th from 2:00-7:00 PM at the Burlington Junction American Legion building. Please consider donating!
4th graders have been working on summarizing informational texts. Today their summaries could only be 12 words or less to focus on only what was most important!
4th grade was inspired by pictures in the art room
District Basketball: Girls play in Albany on Saturday the 22nd at 11 AM. Boys play in Albany on Monday the 24th at 6 PM. Good luck Rockets!
Fourth graders have been studying acrostic poems. Students worked with a partner to create and implement the elements of an acrostic poem. Poems are displayed in the hall. Check them out!
Fourth grader, Skyler Cornett spent 100 PBS stars at Rocket Shop to do Mrs.
Schieber’s hair.
The theme for tomorrow's game against Northeast Nodaway is "Black Out." We're mourning the loss of our beloved seniors. Show your respect by wearing all black and cheering them on for the last time on their home court!
8th grade is making piñatas in Spanish class!
Our annual basketball and cheer "Senior Night" will be held on Thursday. The Rockets will take on Northeast Nodaway at 5:30 PM. We hope to see you there!
Wish the Rocket basketball teams luck as they travel to DeKalb this evening!
Middle School Parents: Don't forget the "Cabin Fever" event on Friday from 5:00-7:00 PM! The $5.00 entry fee will include pizza and snacks. There will be movies and games. All middle school students are invited!
Great job to the 4th grade boys on 2nd place! 💙🚀🏀
Great job to these Lady Rockets on getting 3rd place! 💙🚀🏀
Don't forget to stop by and check out the Scholastic Book Fair in the Media Center this week!
Book Fair today during BB tournament and all of next week. Come on by!
The boys had a successful day today on their home court. The 6th grade team earned 2nd place and the 5th grade earned 3rd place. 💙🚀🏀
5th grade Lady Rockets took 2nd place today! Way to go! 💙🚀🏀
Valentine exchange & banana splits! 💗
Reminder: The deadline to sign up for Booster Club's Open Alumni Basketball Tournament is next Saturday! See website for more information.
Reminder: West Nodaway WILL be in session on Monday, February 17th. Have a great weekend!
FFA sponsored Blood Drive Monday, February 24, 2-7pm at Burlington Jct. American Legion. Critical need for blood so please consider donation. Free shirt and snacks to all donors.
FFA Breakfast, Sunday, February 23, 8-12pm, Burlington Jct. American Legion. Pancakes, eggs, bacon, potatoes biscuits and gravy. Free Will Donation!!
Fifth grade wrote some creative & fun Valentine’s Day short stories using candy conversation hearts. 💗
We love it when we have a guest reader come to our classroom! Fifth grade ❤️ books!
Students competed in high school math contest at NWMSU yesterday. Congratulations to James Viglino for placing 2nd and being a state qualifier!
The Rockets will take on Rock Port this evening at home. Game time is 5:30 PM. Good luck!
Payden Calfee earned Principal of the Day by getting to 100 AR Points. Awesome work, Payden! 📚
The West Nodaway Booster Club Elementary Basketball Tournament will be held this weekend! Fifth and sixth grades will play on Saturday, followed by third and fourth grades on Sunday. The book fair will be set up in the library during this time as well, so don't forget to stop by!
The popular project using random objects
More fun in Kindergarten on the 100th day!!
Kindergarten celebrated the 100th day of school today!!
Make-Up Snow Days: Monday, February 17th; Thursday, April 9th; Monday, April 27th
Mark your calendars!
No Vo-tech classes at NTS; those students report to WN at 10:40am
West Nodaway school is in session normal time. Stay inside cars or homes at bus stops. Allow for delayed times for bus stops. Dress warm be safe.
Spanish students in the whole school are sharing the love! They have written cute love/friendship notes in Spanish!
These Preschoolers took a “cool” walk to my office this morning to let me know they are 100 Days Brighter!
Elementary Spirit Week- Twin Day
MS/HS Parent-Teacher Conferences: Tuesday, February 25th from 4:00-7:00 PM in the Commons
We look forward to visiting with you!
Middle School Parents: The Middle School "Cabin Fever" event will take place next Friday, February 21st from 5:00-7:00 PM. There will be games and movies in the high school gym and commons area. The mandatory $5.00 cover charge will include pizza, snacks, and drinks. All middle school students are invited!
Middle School Parents: The MS "Cabin Fever" event will take place next Friday, February 21st from 5:00-7:00 PM. Games and movies in the high school gym and commons area. Mandatory $5.00 cover charge will include pizza, snacks, and drinks. All middle school students are invited!
High School Academic Bowl practice in Mr. Downing's room Wednesday 2/12 at 3:15!!!
Good luck to our varsity basketball teams as they compete at Osborn tonight at 6:00 PM. Go Rockets!
CORRECTIONS: The games tomorrow night will be held in Osborn. Senior Night will take place on Thursday, February 20th against Northeast Nodaway.
Reminder: The JV basketball game scheduled for tonight against Savannah has been cancelled. The Rockets' next game will be tomorrow evening in DeKalb.
Another successful penguin program. Thank you to everyone that attended. 🐧
Congrats to these boys on earning 3rd place in the NEN tournament. 💙🚀🏀
West Nodaway Board of Education meeting will take place Wed. Feb. 12 at 7:00pm in the Library Media Center. Agenda posted on website under the Documents Tab and Board of Education folder.
Reminder: No school on Monday, February 10th. Have a great three-day weekend, Rockets!
Students in grades 1st through 8th grade are invited to join the Rocket Youth Wrestling Program. Come learn the techniques and moves to make you a great wrestler. Click the link below for more information on practices and tournaments:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OCbGLe0-jj21CoomGPy95LN-Z-ITsf0htO240tfrbMQ/edit?usp=sharing
More pointillism
Booster Club is looking for concession workers for next weekend's tournament! Please click the link below and fill in your name if you'd like to help out. Thank you in advance for making this tournament a success!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jbxBX1ujlnERTgzhxyBLMzVkIrlBTEm3kN3L26_THto/edit?usp=sharing
Congratulations to the following students, who scored in the top 10 at the district FBLA contest yesterday at Northwest Missouri State University:
Erin Cook - 6th, Advertising
Grant Adkins - 9th, Agribusiness
Grant Adkins - 9th, Economics
Reagan Hagey - 8th, Intro to Business Procedures
Wyatt Ingraham - 1st, Intro to I.T.
Abby Bragg - 10th, Journalism
Gabe Goff - 9th, Organizational Leadership
Matt Adkins - 2nd, Political Science
Abby Bragg - 3rd, Spreadsheet Applications
Imajen Downing - 3rd, Spreadsheet Applications
Emily Ricketts - 2nd place, Word Processing
Emily Ricketts, Matthew Adkins, and Wyatt Ingraham were all state qualifiers in their areas! Great job to all!
After Prom is hosting another Pitch Night tomorrow at 6:00 PM in the commons. Concessions are available. Cost is $12.00 at the door, or RSVP to Joni Adkins for $10.00.
Happy Courtwarming, Rockets! Game time is 6:00 PM against Falls City. We hope to see you there!
4th-12th grade TEAM Sewing activity for tomorrow has been moved to Friday, February 21st.
Don't forget - West Nodaway's Courtwarming make-up date is tomorrow! The Rockets will take on Falls City, beginning at 6:00 PM. We hope to see you there!
West Nodaway bus routes will return to normal routes tomorrow Fri. Feb. 7 in the morning. Thank you!
Middle School Art: Pointillism Painting
West Nodaway bus routes will return to normal routes tomorrow Fri. Feb. 7 in the morning. Don't forget to call your driver before 6:30am or the bus barn (725-3316) after that if your child will not be riding the bus. Thank you!
The theme for Friday's varsity basketball game against Falls City is ROCKET GEAR! Who has the oldest letterman's jacket? Cheer uniform? Show off as much Rocket gear as you can! #PrideInAllWeDo
Reminder: Booster Club Tournament items are due to the offices by this Friday! Thank you for helping make our elementary basketball tournament a success!
Last ones!
More Kindergarten houses.
The Big Bad Wolf made his appearance and the Kindergarten houses held up very well! No one was eaten!!
We played musical chairs in math to see if we had enough chairs for our number of students. These kids loved getting up and dancing around the chairs.
The JV boys basketball game scheduled for Monday, February 10th against Savannah has been cancelled.
Congratulations to Logan Franks and Ella Grace for winning our school spelling bee for grades 5-8. Tommy Holcomb and Patience Smith were their alternates. Wish them all luck at the Nodaway County Bee at Jefferson tomorrow evening!
Due to scheduling conflicts, we have changed the K-5 TEAM Art Activities for the next two weeks. Instead of on Wednesdays, they will be on Fridays (February 7th & 14th). If this changes your child's team activities sign-up, please contact the school office.
We are so excited that the Chiefs won the Super Bowl! ❤️🏈
Good luck to our JV/V basketball teams as they take on Stewartsville this evening. Game time is 5:30 PM. Go Rockets! 🏀🚀
All middle school students are invited to the annual "Cabin Fever Event" on Friday, February 21st from 5:00-7:00 PM. Admission is $5.00, but that includes pizza, snacks, and drinks!
Kindergarten built houses on Friday. We are very excited for our special guest to come on Monday. Will The Big Bad Wolf be able to blow them down? Stay tuned!
4th grade boys took 1st place at the Fairfax Tournament. Great job boys! 💙🚀🏀
Please don't forget -- Booster Club Elementary Basketball Tournament concession items are due to the offices by Friday. Thank you for helping make this tournament a success!
Josten's will be here on Thursday, February 6th to deliver graduation order to seniors! Postcards were mailed home.
Don't forget - West Nodaway's After Prom Committee is hosting Pitch Night on Saturday at 6:00 PM in the commons. RSVP to Joni Adkins for $10 entry, or $12 at the door!
On February 5th at 6:00 PM, there will be a parent meeting held in the Media Center regarding fundraising opportunities for the Washington D.C Trip held in the summer of 2021. All middle school parents and students who are going on the trip, and are interested in fundraising, please plan to attend or contact Jami Anderson at andersonjjmva_11@hotmail.com or Jennifer McGinness jmcginness@wnrockets.com for more information.
Fourth Grade did another module of PLTW. Students studied conversion energy and made kinetiCans.
Friday—Fourth Grade Chief’s Day!! We’ve had a blast with our dress up days. Go Chiefs!!
West Nodaway 4th, 5th and 6th grade mathletes competed in the Math Contest at Ravenwood. Great job to all who participated!
Let’s go Chiefs!!!
Physical Science students used evidence to back their claims on who would win the upcoming Superbowl! Students used player stats and kinetic physics to determine a winner of the match up. Science says ... Chiefs win! #RedKingdom
Project Lead the Way lessons in action!
Don't forget to stop by the Northwest Missouri Tournament tonight and purchase your raffle tickets for this awesome flag! Tickets are $5.00 for one, or $20.00 for five. Proceeds benefit West Nodaway's After Prom.
Now starting for your Kansas City, Chiefs!!! Fourth grade added to the team today at recess and a big thanks to Mrs. Wonderly for the spray paint.
Lady Rockets trail SJC Lions 28-24 with 3:50 to play in the game
Thursday—Party like a rock star, Kelse style!! Fourth grade rock stars!!!
Good luck to our middle school Scholar Bowl as they compete at Mound City this afternoon at 4:30 PM. Go Rockets!
Fourth Grade is Miami bound!!! As students approached the terminal they were given a lei and a package of fruit snacks for the flight. Flight 415 is now boarding for a day of learning!!!
HS art is making over sized sculptures in our study of Claes Oldenburg.
Due to unsafe gravel road conditions, West Nodaway buses will run on blacktop/highway roads only until further notice, starting with the afternoon routes on Thursday, January 30. Your bus driver will make contact with you regarding alternate pickup/drop off locations and times. If contact is not made, call Jim at the bus barn (725-3316) between 6:00am-8:00am or 2:00pm-4:30pm. At any other time, please call the elementary office (725-4126) or the high school office (725-3317).
Any day that your student is not riding the bus, on these alternate route days, or any day, please contact the bus barn (725-3316). This will keep our buses and students safe, and be more timely for getting students to school or home.
Fourth Grade found “Snow” homes on the runway headed for Miami!!
Don't forget to sign up for the 2nd Annual Booster Club Open Alumni Basketball Tournament! The deadline is February 22nd. Details on website!
Mark your calendars! School will now be in session at West Nodaway on Monday, February 17th to make up for our missed snow days.
Roger's bus is running about 15 minutes late this morning.
Kindergarten playing a game to practice making things equal.
Fourth Grade—Tyreek Tuesday!!
WN Rockets defeat SJC Lions 78-74; great game
Rockets Up 78-74 with 8.7 to play
Close finish coming up; Rockets lead Lions 75-74 with 30.1 secs to play in the game
Rockets Up 71-68 with 1:47 to play over SJC Lions
At the half; WN Rockets lead St Joseph Christian Lions 41-36 in boys play in NWMO tourney
Patrick Mahomes visits West Nodaway HS
The Preschool-1st grade music concert date has changed. They will now perform at the same time as the 2nd graders on March 12th at 6:00. Sorry for the inconvenience. With so many snow days lately, we would like to give the students more practice time to be better prepared.
Freshman Class Fundraiser: Eileen's Colossal Cookie Dough - $15/Tub! They have M&M, chocolate chip, oatmeal, sugar, peanut butter, snickerdoodle, and monster oatmeal. See any freshman, Ms. Wennihan, or Mr. Calfee to order!
Fourth Grade Mahomes Monday...Go Chiefs!!!
Courtwarming Make-Up Date: Friday, February 7th! Mark your calendars!
West Nodaway will be hosting the Northwest Missouri Basketball Tournament this week. You can find the complete bracket on our website, under the "News" tab. Go Rockets!
Due to a scheduling conflict, Perfect Semester Lunch will be moved to Monday, February 3rd.
West Nodaway buses will run regular routes until further notice
Due to tonight's postponed basketball game; Lil' Cheer Performance will be postponed as well; makeup TBA.
Chiefs Spirit Week
Fourth Grade studied the Stamp Act and the effects of Taxation Without Representation for the colonists.
Fourth Grade finished up Module 1 of PLTW with having to sketch, design and create a vehicle restraint design to successfully transport an egg down a ramp without cracking. Afterwards, students had to question, analyze and evaluate their design.
Look at these cute Emperor penguins learning to waddle while protecting their eggs.
6th grade Courtwarming wall
Tonight’s games with Stewartsville has been postponed. The games will now be played on Monday Feb. 3rd starting at 5:30 with JV boys; Girls/Boys varsity will follow.
West Nodaway school will not be in session Fri. Jan. 24 due to unsafe road conditions. Be safe!
Due to heavy snow and falling temps play practice tonight has been cancelled. Be safe!
High school play practice has been cancelled for this evening!
Seniors: Scholastic will be here on Tuesday, January 28th for senior composite retakes. If you recently moved to WN, or would like to retake your picture, Tuesday is the day!
The boys basketball make up date with Savannah JV is Feb. 10th at 5:30 at home.
The middle school Academic Bowl meet at Nodaway-Holt this evening has been cancelled.
Reminder: Booster Club supper for all high school basketball players, cheerleaders, managers, and coaches tonight at 6:00 PM in the commons. Bring your appetite!
No NTS classes at Maryville today. Votech students report by 10:43am today.
Cheer clinic for today is cancelled. Next clinic date scheduled Thurs. Jan. 23, 3:30-5:00 if school in session
The JV basketball game scheduled for tonight has been postponed. Make up date TBA.
Good luck to the JV boys as they take on Savannah this evening at home. Game time is 5:30 PM!
Due to weather and road conditions West Nodaway school will be closed today Wed. 1/22
Rockets Win!!! 83-47 over NH Trojans
Rockets lead NH 68-38 at end of 3rd
West Nodaway boys lead Nodaway Holt at half 46-31
Final girls score: Nodaway Holt 39 West Nodaway 22
Mark your calendars! Booster Club will be hosting a supper for all high school basketball players, cheerleaders, managers, and coaches on Thursday, January 23rd at 6:00 PM in the commons!
Don't forget! Booster Club will be hosting a t-shirt auction following the JV/V basketball games tonight.
Tomorrow's Courtwarming dress-up day has been changed to "Bedtime Stories." Wear your pajamas!
It may be cold out, but the Rocket basketball is hot! Floaties, goggles, leis, and beach towels! Come soak up a Rocket win at our first basketball theme night of the season. JV starts at 5:30 PM tonight. Go Rockets!
Reminder to Third Grade Parents: Wednesday is our day in the lunchroom, please send back the slip and money tomorrow! See everyone Wednesday at 11:05!
Kindergarten has started their penguin unit. We learned about blubber and how it keeps penguins warm in the cold waters.
We appreciate our AR quizzes. They help us out so much. #rocketpride #LeaderInMe
West Nodaway is running alternate bus routes on blacktop only Tues. 1/21; bus drivers will call for alternate stops
No Little Cheer Clinic tonight; now scheduled for Wed & Thurs. 3:30pm-5:00pm
HS play practice will be cancelled for tonight; next practice Mon. Jan. 20 at 7pm
Youth basketball development will be today from 4:00-5:30. This is for all 3rd - 6th graders.
Due to very cold wind chills West Nodaway school will not be in session Mon. 1/20
Courtwarming week kicks off on Monday with "Bedtime Stories," and our first basketball theme night on Tuesday. See the website for a complete list of dress-up days and theme nights! Go Rockets!
The Fairfax tournament has been postponed for today. Therefore, the West Nodaway boys game vs South Holt will be played at 4:30 on Saturday in tarkio at the TAC.
No school at NTS on Monday, January 20th, even though WN is in session. NTS students please arrive at WN at beginning of 4th hour (10:43 AM).
The 5th grade students put their leadership skills into practice as they put on the K-4 PBS boot camp. They reviewed with the students how to Be Safe, Think & Learn, Act Responsible, & Respect Everyone in all areas of the school. #LeaderInMe #PBS #5thGradeLeaders #STAR Behavior
Taylor Strough worked hard to earn the principal’s chair. Great work, Taylor! Keep reading!
Due to incoming snow and ice storm West Nodaway school will not be in session Fri. Jan. 17
Since we have school on Monday, January 20th, we would like to make-up our Elementary Team Art Activity. If your child was signed up for the activity on 1/13, please plan to attend. If this new date does not work for your child, let the office know. Thank you!
Reminder: West Nodaway will be in session on Monday, January 20th to make up for last week's snow day.
Reminder to Elementary Cheer Clinic Participants: Practice will be Monday from 6:00-7:30 PM.
After Prom will be hosting "Pitch Night" again this year, on three separate dates (2/08, 2/29, 3/14). Admission cost at the door is $12, but only $10 if you RSVP ahead of time. Payment can be sent to Joni Adkins at 15071 Century Trail, Burlington Jct., MO 64428.
Good luck to our varsity basketball teams as they compete in the Fairfax Tournament tonight. The girls will play St. Joe Christian at 4:30 PM, and the boys will play Savannah at 9:00 PM. Go Rockets!
The upcoming play practice schedule has been posted. Dates and times can be found on the school calendar, or by clicking on the link below:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Whk6pR6UA5iRLBxc77RRyHsM8x8Mroc_/view?usp=sharing
Good luck to the middle school Academic Bowl team as they compete at DeKalb this afternoon at 4:30 PM.
Check out the "News" section of our website for more information about Booster Club's 2nd Annual Open Alumni Basketball Tournament on Saturday, March 7th!
This is our year! #SettingGoals #LeaderInMe #FifthGradeLeaders
The updated Fairfax Tournament bracket is posted on the website under the "News" section.
PTO is offering to scan receipts to help raise Box Tops earnings! Just drop your receipts off in the elementary or high school office, and we will take care of the rest. See the attached image for qualifying items.
Rockets fall short to SJC Lions tonight 51-45; will play Savannah JV on Thursday at 9:00pm
After 3 quarters SJC Lions take the lead over the WN Rockets 40-36
At the half WN Rockets lead SJC Lions 28-25
After 1st quarter, Rockets trail St Joseph Christian 16-15 in opening round boys play at Fairfax Tournament
Cheer clinic papers for PK-6 students need to be turned in tomorrow to get tshirts ordered. Thanks!
Makeup date for Mon. Jan. 13 will be set for Mon. Jan. 20; school in session on 1/20/20
Reminder: If you would like to receive textcaster alerts, please make sure you have an updated phone number on file with the office.
Good luck to the varsity basketball teams as they compete in the Fairfax Tournament this week. Boys play tonight at 9:00 PM against St. Joe Christian, and the girls will play again on Thursday at 4:30 PM. Go Rockets!
PTO meeting will be Tuesday, Jan. 14th at 6 pm. The meeting will take place in Mrs. McGinness’s room and is open to all Elementary parents. There will be a drawing for an Amazon Echo Dot. All you have to do to be entered is show up.
Fifteen 5th grade students signed the 2nd Quarter AR Wall of Honor for their hard work in reading! 📚🐛
Don't forget to stop by Pizza Ranch in Maryville this evening from 5:00-8:00 PM to help support our NHS!
Fairfax Tournament games still being played Mon. Jan. 13 at this time; will keep everyone posted if we find out differently
After further evaluation black top roads and parking lot not safe; West Nodaway is cancelling classes for Mon. Jan. 13.
West Nodaway will start 2 hr late at 10:10 on Mon. Jan. 13; no PK; no breakfast served; students can arrive 9:45
Monday, January 13th there will be no Vo-tech. NTS students please report to school at 10:40 a.m. beginning of 4th period.
West Nodaway BOE Strategic Planning Session Meeting - Tuesday, January 14 at 12:00pm - Superintendent Office - Agenda posted under BOE documents on website
There will be no activities or open gym today Sun. 1/12 at West Nodaway schools.
Clarification-the Rock Port Elementary Basketball tournament games Sat and Sun have been cancelled
Elementary basketball tournament at Rock Port for Sat. 1/11 has been postponed; makeup date TBA
No practices or activities on Friday due to school being cancelled.
West Nodaway will dismiss at 11:10am due to inclement weather coming. NTS students will return by 10:15am and be dismissed.
West Nodaway students will be served a lunch before dismissal. TEAM students must be picked up by 12pm noon.
Congratulations to our MS Academic Bowl team (Logan, Ireland & Payton) on winning 2 out of 3 of our matches last night in Ravenwood. Great job and keep up the good work!!!
West Nodaway over Union Star 75-45 in boys basketball.
Lady Rockets over Union Star 53-28 in girls basketball.
Good luck to the varsity basketball teams as the compete at Union Star this evening at 6:00 PM. Go Rockets!
Due to impending winter weather, Friday's varsity game at Union Star will be moved up to tomorrow at 6:00 PM. Bus will leave at 4:15 PM.
That’s the game! Rockets defeat Mustangs 50-42 in Burlington Junction! Great win boys!
End of 3rd qtr Rockets lead NN Mustangs 42-29
Mustangs take a timeout; Rockets lead 40-29 with 2:01 left in the 3rd qtr
Rockets open up 3rd qtr on 11-0 run lead 37-27
North Nodaway leads at halftime over WN Rockets 27-26 in boys 275 action
NW Nodaway celebrated their 275 XC Conference Championship with a banner presentation tonight at West Nodaway-North Nodaway basketball game
Congrats to West Nodaway Rocket Tyler Blay in scoring his 1,001st point in his Rocket career
Lady Rockets fall to NN Lady Mustangs 50-32 in girls 275 conference play
Don't forget to stop by the After Prom soup supper this evening at 5:00 in the West Nodaway commons! Free will donation.
Mark you calendars! National Honor Society will be holding a fundraiser at Pizza Ranch in Maryville on Monday, January 13th from 5:00-8:00 PM. Stop by for some supper, and help support our NHS students!
West Nodaway classes will resume on Tuesday, January 7th. We hope you all have had a wonderful holiday break!
High School Basketball: Tuesday Jan 7th vs North Nodaway will be at home, starting at 5:30 with 2 JV boys qtrs; Varsity girls and boys will follow.
Friday Jan 10th at Union Star will begin at 6:00, varsity only.
Come out and support our West Nodaway After Prom Committee tomorrow night during the JV/V basketball games. They will be hosting a soup supper for a free-will donation, beginning at 5:00 PM. Fill up on some delicious soup and cheer the Rockets on to a victory! (Games begin at 5:30 PM.)
Community Hospital-Fairfax will be hosting their Healthy Hearts Campaign for 2020 by giving complimentary blood pressure checks at the JV/V basketball games on Thursday, February 20th. During this campaign last year, they were able to successfully identify and treat many individuals who had hypertension. Mark your calendars, and stop by the West Nodaway commons for a free blood pressure check!
The Fairfax Invitational Basketball Tournament begins next week for our varsity basketball teams. You can find the bracket on our website under the "News" section. Go Rockets!
Formal Christmas Lunch is a tradition that many love. Thank you to the Middle School Student council and Mrs. Bell for all of your work to make this year a success. Thank you to Norma, Bobbi and Susan for preparing lunch and dishing everything up for family style lunch. Also thank you to all of the PTO members that made desserts and helped serve that day. If you helped in any way...thank you and Merry Christmas! 🎄🎅🏼
We will be having a Cross Country Conference Championship Banner Presentation - Tues. Jan. 7 - halftime of girls varsity game
Rockets fall to St. Joe Christian Lions 67-38.
WN basketball game Fri. 1/3 at Tarkio Activity Center; 1 block North of football field; not at Tarkio HS
St. Joe Christian Lions over the Lady Rockets 34-20 in girls basketball.
Correction on game dates: at St. Joseph Christian Jan. 2; at Tarkio vs East Atchison Jan. 3
High School Basketball at St. Joe Christian on Thursday 1/3 with be a 5:00 pm start time for 2 quarters of JV boys. Varsity girls and boys to follow.
Friday 1/4 at East Atchison will be a 6:00 pm start for varsity only.
School building will be open 6am-2pm Mon. 12/23 if you left dishes from the Cordell lunch on Saturday.
Final from West Nodaway; MC 92 WN 62
Mound City leads West Nodaway 82-48 at end of 3rd
Mound City leads West Nodaway 59-31 at the half
Rockets and Panthers underway in boys action; Mound City leads 28-19 at end of 1st qtr
Lady Rockets comeback falls short lose to Mound City 50-42
Lady Rockets trail Mound City 40-26 at end of the 3rd qtr
Varsity basketball will play Mound City this evening, beginning at 5:30 PM. There will be no JV tonight.
Elementary students enjoying a viewing of Noelle at the WN Movie Theater! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to everyone!
Cross country championship banner presentation will be postponed for tomorrow night until later date.
Fifth grade Christmas party fun!
Game time changes: Friday nights game vs Mound City will begin at 5:30 with varsity girls; Varsity boys will follow.
JV basketball has been canceled.
Cross Country Conference Championship Banner Presentation - Fri. 12/20 - halftime of girls varsity game
West Nodaway will dismiss at 12:15 PM tomorrow for Christmas break! Have a safe and happy holiday. See you on January 7th!
There will be no TEAM student care or activities after school (12:15pm) on Dec. 20 due to the beginning of winter break.
Angel Tree pickup at BJ Christian Church-Today & Fri.-9am-5pm; call 660-253-0823 to make other plans
Reminder: There will be no classes at NTS tomorrow. NTS students that are not exempt from semester finals will need to report to West Nodaway by 8:10 AM.
Reminder: Angel Tree pickup at BJ Christian Church today and tomorrow from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Call (660) 253-0823 if other arrangements are needed.
The Kiwanis and BJ Tractor Pull family will be hosting a lunch immediately following the Celebration of Life for Jeff Cordell at West Nodway High School. They will be providing meat, potatoes, and green beans. The community is invited to join the family, and they are asked to please bring a side, salad, or dessert. Items can be dropped off at the high school starting at 9:00 AM on Saturday. For questions, or to confirm items, please contact Brian Beason at (660) 541-4293, or Brenda Beason at (660) 541-4292.
6-12 Winter Band Concert. Thank you Mr. Shelley and students for your hard work.
5th grade and Kindergarten had a great morning spreading Christmas cheer to our amazing local businesses.
Pampered Chef orders are in and will be ready for pick up anytime tomorrow (Dec. 19th) after 9 a.m. We will not be sending orders home on the bus. Call the elementary office if you have questions.
There will be no TEAM student care or activities after school (12:15pm) on Dec. 20 due to the beginning of winter break.
Angel Tree pickup at BJ Christian Church-Thurs. & Fri.-9am-5pm; call 660-253-0823 to make other plans
Cross Country Conference Championship Banner Presentation - Fri. 12/20 - halftime of girls varsity game
Winter band concert tonight at 6:00 PM! (MS Band, HS Band, Soloists) Band Students: Please arrive by 5:30 PM.
Today was a great day with our annual Elementary skating trip! The students had a blast! We appreciate B & J donating this time to us each year!!!
Parents of Current 6th-8th Graders: Final reminder for tonight's parent meeting for the Washington D.C. and Mt. Vernon school trip with Mrs. Honan and Mrs. Steinman (Lundy)! All travelers are eligible for a $300 Early-bird Scholarship by enrolling tonight. Please consider joining us in the Media Center at 6:00 PM if you have any interest at all, as there will be FREE pizza! Don't miss out!
We had a couple of excellent elementary music concerts last night! 3rd and 4th grade performed Elflandia and 5th grade performed The Grumps of Ring-A-Ding Town. The students did an AMAZING job with all their songs, solos, and speaking parts!
Mackenzie gets to work all day while sitting in Mrs. Brady’s chair!! #BookWorm #ReadingRocks
'Tis the season for inclement weather! Don't forget to download the West Nodaway Rockets' app to stay up-to-date with school cancellations and closings, along with other important information. Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/2JzRMg1 or iPhone: https://apple.co/2JCjJm4.
Tomorrow's away basketball game against Platte Valley will be varsity ONLY, beginning at 6:00 PM. Varsity girls will play first, followed by varsity boys. Good luck, Rockets!
Come join us for the 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade winter music concert this evening at 6:00 PM!
Join us at the FFA-sponsored community blood drive today from 2:00-7:00 PM at the Burlington Junction American Legion building. There is an EMERGENCY need for blood, so please consider donating!
Be careful tomorrow coming into school Rockets! Leave a little early and take your time!
No practices or open gym today due to weather conditions. Be safe out there today!
5th grade and Kindergarten are getting ready for Christmas Caroling. They met their partners and made name tags today. They can’t wait to spread some Christmas cheer. 🎄🎼
Rocket boys lose to Albany 57-50
Albany leads the @WNRockets 47-36 at end of 3rd qtr
Lady Rockets fall to the Lady Warriors of Albany 46-16 in varsity action
Lady Rockets down 39-14 at the end of 3rd qtr to Albany
Kindergarten read The Gingerbread Man and got up and moving with a write the room activity.
Kindergarten had fun getting up and moving while they counted the room, Christmas style.
Good luck to our varsity basketball teams as they compete against Albany this evening at home. Game time is 6:00 PM. Go Rockets!
Blanket fun. Love community service!!
Good luck to our JH basketball teams as they compete in the 275 Conference Basketball Tournament in Rock Port this evening. The girls will play for Consolation at 7:00 PM in the north gym, and the boys will play for Championship at 8:15 PM in the south gym.
Join us at the FFA-sponsored community blood drive on Monday, December 16th from 2:00-7:00 PM at the Burlington Junction American Legion building. There is an EMERGENCY need for blood, so please consider donating!
Gentry Dow enjoyed the Principal’s chair yesterday by getting to 50 AR points. Keep reading!
Magic paintings
West Nodaway Board of Education Community Forum - here is the agenda for this forum on Wed. Dec. 11, 2019 at 5:30pm.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gDJwGaq-9owTtXRGhslhrcY3VwLEn5Fp8bFS70BLnxI/edit?usp=sharing
Reminder: Santa Claus is coming to town! He will be visiting the Burlington Junction Community Center on Saturday, December 14th. The Junior Auxiliary girls will be serving pancakes for a free will donation from 8:00-10:00 AM, and Santa may even arrive early to enjoy some with the children! Then from 9:00-10:00 AM, children are invited to sit on Santa's lap. Don't forget your camera for pictures!
Dec. 12th home basketball game against Clarinda Academy will be a full JV game at 5:30, varsity boys to follow.
Dec. 13th home basketball against Albany will be varsity only starting at 6:00 pm. Varsity girls followed by varsity boys.
Updated PDF of 275 JH Basketball Tournament. Games are Monday evening at West Nodaway. Click on the following link.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1t9F5sACRLNtp8MUzKlbgZVSJgXFkYbc0/view?usp=sharing
Here is the updated bracket for the 275 JH basketball tournament.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1XeHFiFOqKMI9dY3yyu8GapV4PCJ0DGpb5ug_4AO9kG8/edit?ts=5cd2e957#gid=353218009
West Nodaway girls will play at 4:30 against Nodaway Holt
West Nodaway boys will play at 8:30 against East Atchison.
West Nodaway Board of Education meeting schedule for Wednesday, December 11, 2019, 5:30pm - Community Forum, 6:15pm - Executive Session, 7:00pm - Regular Session. Meeting location - WN Media Center.
Fifth grade star student, Madeline, invited her mom to be our guest reader today.
#We❤️books!
The 5th grade December bulletin board crew did an amazing job creating their “Ten Days of Kindness” Christmas tree. Each day they will display a kindness challenge for the elementary students. #LeadershipStartsHere 💙 #KindnessCounts
Boys 3rd place game at the half at Bearcat Arena; Rockets trail NEN Bluejays 26-29
Pajama Day for all elementary students on Monday, December 9th!
Reminder: There will be no classes at NTS on Monday, December 9th. NTS students will need to report to West Nodaway by 10:40 AM.
Parents of Current 6th-8th Graders: Please join us on Tuesday, December 17th at 6:00 PM CT for a 25-minute parent informational meeting! A tour director will be there to meet you and explain more about this once-in-a-lifetime adventure to Washington, D.C. and Mt. Vernon during the summer of 2021. Contact Mrs. Nicki Honan or Mrs. Jessie Steinman (Lundy) at nhonan@wnrockets.com or jlundy@wnrockets.com with any questions. Please consider joining us if you have any interest at all, as there will be FREE pizza! Don't miss out!
https://www.facebook.com/worldclassrooms/videos/2373814996201746/
The varsity boys will play at NWMSU this evening, beginning at 5:30 PM. Good luck, Rockets!
Lady Rockets drop a close one 29-28 ton NEN.
At the half NEN Lady Bluejays lead WN Lady Rockets 14-10
Reminder: There will be no classes at NTS on Monday, December 9th. NTS students will need to report to West Nodaway by 10:40 AM.
Christmas came a little early for fourth graders as they embarked on opening the robotic kits. Students built pendulums and vehicles to observe, test and record data regarding speed, motion, force, potential and kinetic energy.
Fourth Grade Reached 100 Class Stars
PVI Tournament Update: Varsity girls will play today in Ravenwood at 4:00 PM. Varsity boys will play tomorrow at NWMSU, beginning at 5:30 PM. See full bracket under the "News" section of our Website.
West Nodaway falls to North Nodaway 44-51 in boys basketball.
Thanks to all the students and adults that helped with the TEAM Blanket Service Project today!
Third grade went on a non-fiction text features hunt today! They worked so hard on this in pairs!
Our readers check out books in our wonderful library every day!!
Click the link below to view the updated PVI Tournament bracket! Boys play tonight at 5:30 PM, and girls will play Thursday at 4:00 PM.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B2M7aO_5t9qEekxuODlPS2dmanJ3THdQMVBHLXVOc2VJY2tj/view?usp=sharing
Lady Rockets fall to Stewartsville in PVI tourney 44-27; play Thursday at 4:00pm at NEN
At the end of 3 qtrs. Stewartsville hanging on to 27-21 lead over Lady Rockets
JH Rocket Boys over Hamburg 73-19.
At the half Stewartsville leads WN Lady Rockets 21-13
After 1 quarter; Lady Rockets trail Stewartsville 10-9.
Lady Rockets warming up for consolation semifinal action at NEN. Good luck ladies!
Eli Larabee got to sit in the Principal’s chair for getting 50 AR points. Keep up the reading!
Andrew Wilmes got to sit in the Principal’s chair for getting 50 AR points. Keep up the reading!
Good luck to our JH basketball teams as they take on Hamburg this evening at home. Game time is 5:30 PM. Good luck, Rockets!
The PVI Tournament backet has been updated! Please click the link below to see the results of last night's games, along with new game times.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B2M7aO_5t9qEV1Nid2V0bk5qRWZIVjRyXzBlS3FHUnNvZGhr/view?usp=sharing
Lady Rockets fall to DeKalb 52 to19 in first game of the season. Keep working hard and improving girls!
Wn boys open season with 56-48 win over Stewartsville: play Wednesday time TBA
End of 3rd qtr WN leads Stewartsville 43-35
1st Round PVI Tourney; WN boys lead Stewartsville 29-21 at the half
FFA sponsored Blood Drive December 16, 2019, 2-7pm at American Legion Post 315. There is an EMERGENCY need for blood so please come donate!
The PTO Fundraiser with Pampered Chef is due today! Cindy Whitney said she will be keeping the online site open until Thursday, Dec. 5th. https://www.pamperedchef.com/party/wnpto2019
The Platte Valley Invitational Basketball Tournament begins today! See website for bracket. Go Rockets!
Kindergarten is learning a lot about plants. Yesterday we talked about the life cycle of a plant. We read a story called The Gigantic Turnip. Not many had every tried a turnip so we tasted them. Some loved them...most did not.
Third grade spendt the day studying the science of flight! We learned the four different forces and the laws of motion!
Third grade spendt the day studying the science of flight! We learned the four different forces and the laws of motion!
Fifth grade students practiced their reading fluency by performing Thanksgiving reader’s theater skits while focusing on expression, phrasing, accuracy, & rate.
When you walk by kindergarten you will think it is springtime. The sunflowers bloomed early this year. Make sure you stop by to seem them.
When you walk by kindergarten you will think it is springtime. The sunflowers bloomed early this year. Make sure you stop by to seem them.
The Elementary Student Council hosted a food/hat & glove drive to help local families during the winter months. They collected over 450 items, crushing their goal of 200!
Thanksgiving break begins! School will resume on Monday, December 2nd. Have a happy and safe holiday.
3rd Grade was flying paper airplanes. They learned about weight, lift, thrust, and drag.
TEAM made turkeys today
JH Lady Rockets over St. Gregory’s 45-16. Good job ladies!
Just a reminder that there will be no after-school tutoring on Tuesday, November 26th.
Picture day is tomorrow! Don't forget your uniforms, organization shirts, etc. (Make-up Pictures, MS/HS Grade Levels, Organizations, HS Basketball, HS Cheer)
Middle School Academic Bowl has begun! The next practice will be held tomorrow, November 26th, from 3:15-4:15 PM in Mr. Downing's room! All middle school students are invited to attend.
Orders due Monday for FBLA, FCCLA, FFA Briley Heart Cart Donut Fundraiser. $1 Per Donut. Deliveries will happen Tuesday!
FFA Breakfast TODAY 8am-12pm at Burlington Junction American Legion Post 315. Free will donation!
Come join us at the FFA breakfast tomorrow morning, from 8:00-12:30 PM at the Burlingtion Junction American Legion building. Free will donation!
Congats Rocket JH boys on winning the championship of the South Holt Tourney: defeated South Holt 40-33; great game!
JH Lady Rockets take 3rd in South Holt Tourney. Good job ladies!
Orders due Monday for FBLA, FCCLA, FFA Briley Heart Cart Donut Fundraiser. $1 Per Donut. Deliveries will happen Tuesday!
FFA Breakfast, Sunday, November 24th, 8am-12pm at Burlington Junction American Legion Post 315. Free will donation!
Local Pampered Chef director, Cindy Whitney, is working with the PTO again this year for an elementary fundraiser, which will run until December 4th. Feel free to shop online using the link below. All items will be delivered before Christmas break! Happy shopping!
https://www.pamperedchef.com/party/wnpto2019
Today these little engineers made beanstalks out of pipe cleaners. We measured how tall they were. Then we evaluated our structures and talked about what we could do next time.
Elementary Student Council held Sweet Street today. The 5th grade math class counted the money. Profits from the store will be used to pay for elementary activities & supplies.
Madeline Wilmes got to sit in Mrs. Brady’s chair today for earning 60 AR points!
#We❤️Books!
Students are practicing their independent reading expectations and strategies and reflecting on their progress on their own and with a partner. The ultimate goal is to be able to retell what they read to a friend and make the most of their independent reading time!
Practicing blending and reading CVC words with a game.
Successful week of Kids Heart Challenge (Jump Rope For Heart) ❤️. So far we brought in $960.00 and had an active day of jumping in PE and fitness classes! Congratulations to Kenzi Howard for raising our top amount of $265. Wow! Thank you WN elementary students 🚀
After school art activity Wednesday. Grace Wood enjoyed painting a sunset on a mini canvas.
3rd grade wrote things on feathers,, in Spanish, that they are grateful for!
Congratulations to Erin Cook, Duke Ingraham, and Lexi Moore for being inducted into the Northwest Technical School National Honor Society. We are so proud of you!
Congratulations to these Proficient Math MAP students!
Jostens will be here on Monday, November 25th at 10:00 AM for sophomore class ring delivery! Postcards have been mailed home with final balances.
Santa Claus is coming to town! He will be visiting the Burlington Junction Community Center on Saturday, December 14th. The Junior Auxiliary girls will be serving pancakes for a free will donation from 8:00-10:00 AM, and Santa may even arrive early to enjoy some with the children! Then from 9:00-10:00 AM, children are invited to sit on Santa's lap. Don't forget your camera for pictures!
Middle School Academic Bowl season is underway! All 7th and 8th grade students are invited to be a part of our team and we will be having our first practice this Thursday after school until 4:15 in Mr. Downing's room. For more information contact jeroddowning@wnrockets.com
West Nodaway basketball online order. The order closes on Dec. 1st.
Go Rockets!
https://rocketsbasketball.itemorder.com/sale
Elementary Spanish classes have been learning about Puerto Rico! Ask your child about the water in Puerto Rico!
Third, fourth, and fifth graders celebrated the fourth and fifth grader's accomplishments on the MAP test they took at the end of last year!!
Good luck to the junior high basketball teams as they compete in the South Holt Tournament this evening! Girls will play at 4:30 PM, followed by the boys at 5:45 PM. Go Rockets!
Picture day will be next Tuesday for all organizations and groups, as well as retakes! A rough outline of times can be found in the document below:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1302JxXJM23bDcV85Tbzo8shia9iAVdp4NT6MT1sSM5s/edit?usp=sharing
In December, TEAM students will be making fleece tie blankets for the Noyes Home in St. Joseph. Donations of fleece material in any size dimensions are needed.These can be dropped off at the elementary or HS building. Please help our students with this service learning project.
Reminder: Tonight's junior high basketball game at North Nodaway is for boys only, beginning at 5:30 PM! The girls' game has been cancelled.
Reminder: West Nodaway will be hosting the 2019 Volleyball Banquet tomorrow evening, beginning at 5:00 PM. The Junior and Senior High School Fall Co-op Sports Banquet will follow at 6:30 PM. Junior high parents are asked to please provide a dessert, and high school parents are asked to provide a side dish. Families of all West Nodaway and North-West Nodaway fall athletes are invited to attend.
Great leaders have an attitude of gratitude! The 5th grade bulletin board crew asked younger students what they were thankful for & used their responses on their November bulletin board. Leadership starts here! #thankful #grateful
Tomorrow's JH game at North Nodaway will be BOYS ONLY, beginning at 5:30 PM.
There will be meeting for parents of all high school boys and girls basketball players tomorrow at 5:15 PM with Coach Phipps!
Last week, our Elementary Rocket Crews reviewed our second habit, Begin With The End In Mind. These future graduates thought about what they want to do after graduation and how they could work toward that goal even today! We made graduation caps with our goal and action step!
Thank you to these 5th grade leaders for putting up our "Begin With The End In Mind" bulletin board! Great work, Ladies!
Reminder: West Nodaway will be hosting the 2019 Volleyball Banquet this coming Friday, beginning at 5:00 PM. The Junior and Senior High School Fall Co-op Sports Banquet will follow at 6:30 PM. Junior high parents are asked to please provide a dessert, and high school parents are asked to provide a side dish. Families of all West Nodaway and North-West Nodaway fall athletes are invited to attend.
Basketball open gym is each Sunday evening at 6:00 pm in the main gym. The gym is open for any student in our district wanting to work on their skills and play up and down.
West Nodaway Board of Education Meeting - Wed. Nov. 13 - Media Center - agenda posted on school website under Documents/Board of Education
Duke Ingraham takes 23– for All State honors.
Preston Bateman finishes 75th in a time of 18:52. Amazing efforts all around!
Blay takes 2nd overall despite leading 3 miles of the race! 16:45- unofficial. Amazing effort!
The 5th grade had a special visitor today! Maddie’s great-grandma read a book to the class & joined us for lunch. 📖💙🚀
Reminder: No school at West Nodaway or NTS on Monday, November 11th. Have a great three-day weekend!
Fourth Graders reading The One and Only Ivan experience art from a new perspective. Students grasped a better understanding of the character Ivan.
JH girls basketball: Rockets over Nodaway-Holt 40-10.
JH boys basketball: Rockets over Nodaway Holt 61-12.
Congratulations and good luck to the following cross-country runners who will be attending the state competition this weekend: Tyler Blay, Duke Ingraham, and Preston Bateman. On Friday, West Nodaway will be hosting a send-off for these athletes at 9:45 AM. All staff and students will line the hallways and see them off!
JH FACS are learning about communication skills. Today we were working on intrapersonal communication with meditation!
JH Boys Basketball: Rockets over Union Star 48-15.
JH Girls Basketball; Lady Rockets over Union Star, 45-11.
Good luck to the JH basketball teams as they take on Union Star this evening at home. Game time is 5:30 PM.
PTO Meeting tonight at 6:00 in Mrs. McGinness’s room.
Correction: The "Block Out Cancer" volleyball tournament will now being at 6:00 PM on Friday.
The West Nodaway 2019-2020 volleyball team will be hosting a "Block Out Cancer" tournament on Friday, November 8th at 7:00 PM for all middle and high school students. The cost is $5.00 per student, and students must have a team of six players. NHS will be hosting a bake sale that night as well. All proceeds will benefit Diane Riddle, grandmother of one of our West Nodaway volleyball players. We hope to see you there!
Congrats to Tyler Blay on winning the Class 1 District XC meet today; Duke Ingraham 5th; Preston Bateman 14th; all state qualifiers!
Sorry for the delay but technical difficulties. Fourth Grade Halloween Party! What a blast!
Good luck to our cross country boys as they travel to West Platte—Platte Ridge Park for cross country districts! Class 1 boys will race at 12:35 pm.
Fifth grade students enjoyed listening to our guest reader today! #We❤️books!
Worth County over the North-West Muskets 46-0. Final at the half.
Congratulations to Lexi Moore for also being named 2nd Team All-District in volleyball! What an honor!
Fifth grade Halloween fun!
Students enjoyed trick-or-treating the downtown Burlington Jct businesses today.
Thank you for the businesses in Burlington Jct. for allowing us to come Trick or Treating.
Pumpkin carving fun!
Pumpkin carving fun!
Pumpkin carving fun!
Middle School students are invited to our annual Haunted Hallway and scary movie tomorrow tonight. Haunted Hallway tours will begin at 6:30 PM, and a showing of Escape Room will begin at 7:30 PM. There will be activities for students who do not want to watch the movie. Please do not arrive before 6:30 PM. The entry fee is $5, and it includes pizza, snacks, and drinks. Happy Halloween!
Congratulations to Lexi Moore for being named 1st Team All-Conference in volleyball! We're proud of your hard work this season, Lexi. Go Rockets!
Happy Halloween! The elementary parade to businesses will begin at 8:45 AM, and their classroom parties will be held at 2:15 PM. Have a safe and fun day!
JH boys basketball: Rockets over South Holt 48-39.
JH Basketball: Lady Rockets over South Holt 34-16.