Mrs. Honan's Food Science students completed an inquiry lab which required the students to write and follow explicit instructions.
10 Point Pitch and Bingo Nights Sponsored by West Nodaway After Prom
One week left to place your orders! Thank you for supporting West Nodaway's PTO. 🍽🍳
Reminder: Angel Tree forms are due back by next Wednesday, October 27th.
Don't forget to purchase your "Pink Out" football to be displayed at our game on Friday!
JH Girls Basketball Practice this week.
Tuesday@WN 4-6
Wednesday@WN 4-6 (pictures)
Thursday@NH 4-6 (Graham)
Friday@NH 4-5:30 (Maitland)
Practice Location Change: Friday (10/22) JH boys basketball will practice at Nodaway-Holt and HS girls volleyball will practice at West Nodaway.
NTS Students: Please report to class at West Nodaway at 10:45 AM on Thursday (10/21) and Friday (10/22).
Northwest Technical School Students: There will be no school at NTS on October 21st or October 22nd.
Please click the link below for information regarding the 26th Annual Maryville Downtown Trick or Treat.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1bdA-HuveqgVkq8MJpLccRlGDR9nIKY37XqyJ2Wl1URY/edit?usp=gmail
Reminder: Picture Day on Wednesday (Elementary/JH/HS Make-Ups, JH Basketball), 2:30 PM
Junior High and High School Parents: Parent-Teacher conferences are next week!
Nodaway Valley 28, Southwest Livingston 32, final.
Nodaway Valley leads Southwest Livingston 14-6 at the half.
"Senior Night" introductions will begin at 5:00 PM on Monday!
If you are interested in setting up a table for our PreK-6th Grade Trunk or Treat on October 27th, please contact Mary Robison at maryr0312@gmail.com. Thanks!
Go Thunder! 🏈
Our West Nodaway tumblers have SOLD OUT! A huge thank you to our community! We appreciate all of your support. All proceeds will go toward our band department.
PTO's Pampered Chef Fundraiser 🍽
West Nodaway Cups - $5.00/Each - While Supplies Last
Proceeds Benefit the West Nodaway Band 🥤🎵
Junior High Cheer: Group and individual pictures will NOT take place on 10/20. They will be postponed until uniforms arrive.
Are you in the market for fresh fruit and other yummy goodies? FFA fundraising sales start on Friday!
FFA Members: Mark your calendars!
If your elementary student signed up to participate in the Junior Cheer Clinic hosted by the varsity Thunder cheerleaders, don't forget that practices start this weekend!
Juniors and Seniors gathered a lot of great information today at NWMSU College Fair. Making big decisions means doing your research!
Congratulations to our newest members!
Good luck to our JH cross-country team this afternoon. They will run in the Central Meet in St. Joseph at 4:00 PM. Go Thunder!!
Seniors and Senior Parents: Don't forget to attend Financial Aid Night this evening!
After Prom Pie + Dessert Auction at the First Home Basketball Game 🥧🍪
Juniors and Seniors: If you signed up for the NWMSU College Fair, the bus will leave at 8:50 AM. NWSMU does require masks.
JH FFA Kick Off Tuesday, October 12th, 6:30-7:30 pm in the Ag Room. Join us for an evening of fun fall activities and planning for the year!
West Nodaway After Prom Fundraiser
Do you have clipped Box Tops? If so please send them to the school before Oct. 20th.
Download the Box Tops App and don't forget to scan your receipts. You can earn money for our school.
All Interested High School Basketball Players: Mark your calendars!
Our Varsity football team will be hosting a "Pink Out" football game at West Nodaway on Friday, October 22nd. If you would like to purchase a pink football for $3 to be displayed that evening, please use the link below to order:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdanJoePOO-JR0Czxtfz09QseBcMww4mjkHp65gyu2PIv64ag/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0
Contact Mr. Calfee with any questions! Thank you for all of your support!
The JV football game at Bishop LeBlond for tonight has been cancelled due to wet field conditions.
Get ready for Nodaway Valley volleyball "Senior Night!"
Varsity Boys Basketball Parent Meeting: October 27th at Nodaway Holt High School, 6:30 PM
Senior Parents: Financial Aid Night on Wednesday (10/13) at 5:30 PM in Ms. Wennihan's Room!
Last week was Fire Prevention Week. The Clearmont Fire Department stopped by on Friday afternoon to tell us about fire safety. Thank you!!
Varsity Girls Basketball Parent Meeting: October 27th at Nodaway Holt High School, 6:00 PM
Title 1 Informational Meeting on Tuesday, Oct 12th at 3:15 in the media center. All PK-6th grade parents are invited to attend.
Check out the bracket for the District volleyball games! Go Thunder! 🏐
Preschool had fun this week showing their Homecoming Spirit! 💚🦬
Preschool had fun this week showing their Homecoming Spirit! 💚🦬
The West Nodaway BOE will hold its regularly scheduled monthly meeting @ 6:00 p.m. Wednesday October 13th. Agenda is posted under menu/docs/BOE on the school website.
Reminder: Homecoming Chili Supper - Tonight (10/08) at Graham Football Field, 5:00 PM. All the Fixings! Fresh Cinnamon Rolls from Goff Home Grocery, Tea, and Lemonade. Only $6/Meal. Come Support Nodaway-Holt After Prom! 🍽💚
West Nodaway R-I School District has an immediate opening for a paraprofessional for the 2021-2022 school year. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume alone with names and contact information of three references to Tim Conn at tconn@wnrockets.com, or mailed to West Nodaway, P.O. Box 260, Burlington Junction, MO 64428.
Happy Homecoming! Varsity football will play Bishop LeBlond at 7:00 PM. Coronation will take place BEFORE the game at 6:00 PM. Go Thunder! 💚🏈
Show your Thunder spirit tomorrow!! Happy Homecoming!!
PK-6th Grade Parents - Please check your e-mail for a link to sign up for Parent Teacher Conferences. If you did not get an email, please contact the elementary office. Thanks!
Good luck to our JV/V volleyball players this evening. They will play at North Nodaway at 5:30 PM. Go Thunder!
Exciting News! The Book Fair is Coming Soon! 📚
Don't forget to join us tomorrow for the Homecoming parade in Graham!
Don’t forget about the PTO meeting tonight in the Media Center at 6 pm. Hope to see you there.
Pink Out at North Nodaway on Thursday!
JH Girls Basketball practice Thursday 7th and Friday 8th will run from 3:30-5:30 at WN.
Tomorrow's theme is "USA Day!"
If you would like your student to forgo District transportation to practice at Nodaway-Holt this evening, due to the bonfire, please email or return this completed slip to Tayne (tfast@wnrockets.com) before the end of the day! Thank you! 🏈🏐
West Nodaway Elementary Trunk or Treat 🎃🦇
Good luck to our JH cross-country team this evening! They will run in St. Joe at 4:00 PM. Go Thunder!
Don't forget the Homecoming bonfire this evening! Go Thunder!
Tomorrow is "Hawaiian Day!"
Homecoming Chili Supper - Friday (10/08) @ Graham Football, 5:00 PM. All the Fixings! Fresh Cinnamon Rolls from Goff Home Grocery, Tea, and Lemonade. Only $6/meal. Come Support Nodaway-Holt After Prom!
JH Boys Basketball: West Nodaway athletes will be conditioning at West Nodaway from 3:20-4:00 PM in the high school gym ALL week with Mr. Barnes. Team practice begins next week at Nodaway-Holt for both boys and girls.
Congratulations to our October Safety Patrol voted by Teachers.
Our JH/JV/V volleyball teams will take on East Atchison at Nodaway-Holt at 5:00 PM. Wear your PINK! Our HS XC team will also un in Mound City at 4:30 PM. Go Thunder!
The freshman class is selling Nodaway Valley Thunder rally towels for $10.00 each. Please see any freshman or Mr. Wallinga to place your order.
Reminder: Testing Day tomorrow, October 5th! If you are taking the PreACT or ACT, bring a calculator, #2 pencils sharpened with good erasers, water or Gatorade and a snack for the break. Get plenty of rest and eat a good breakfast too!
Tomorrow is "Tacky Tourist Day!"
JH Girls Basketball practice will start Wednesday October 6th 4-6pm. Practice this week will be at WN. Coach Conn will hand out calendars and more information at the 1st practice. We will have a parent meeting in the near future.
Important: There will be no JH volleyball on Thursday, 10/07.
It's game day! Tonight there will be five quarters of JH, and no JV. The game will be against Rock Port at Nodaway-Holt beginning at 5:00 PM. Go Thunder!
Mark your calendars!
Homecoming week is here!
Tomorrow is "Western Day!"
Congratulations to the Nodaway Valley JH Volleyball team for winning 3rd place in the 275 Conference Tournament.
Check out the bracket for the 275 Conference JH Volleyball Tournament this weekend!
There will be an annual Title 1 Informational Meeting held on Tuesday, October 12 in the West Nodaway Media Center at 3:15. Any parents of Elementary students in PK-6th grades are invited to attend.
Nodaway Valley Homecoming Bonfire 💚
You don't want to miss October's information-packed edition of The Rocket Review! 📰 Click here to check it out: https://www.smore.com/req8h
Tomorrow is the poker run hosted by West Nodaway's After Prom! We hope to see you there.
Congrats to Riley Blay for placing 3rd in the HS varsity division and all 3 junior high boys for placing in the JH division (Moses Wieland 25th, Brody Mcginness 24th, Dylan Walker 22nd) at the Shenandoah XC meet!
Good luck to our JH/HS cross-country teams at their 4:00 PM meet in Shenandoah this evening. Our JH/JV/V volleyball teams will also play Mound City at West Nodaway. JH begins at 5:00 PM. Go Thunder!
Senior Families: Mark you calendars!
If your student athlete plans to forgo district transportation to or from a Nodaway Valley practice or event, please return this form to the high school office, or email Tayne a signed copy (tfast@wnrockets.com). Please call the high school office with any questions!
West Nodaway senior, Hunter Dawson, was selected as one of Northwest Technical School's "Students of the Month!" This month's character trait was integrity.
"Hunter is quickly developing into a skilled welder and fabricator. He is very focused and dependable," Nick Sherlock Welding/Fabrication Instructor
Congratulations, Hunter!
PTO will be holding their first meeting of the year on October 7th at 6:00PM, in the Media Center. Hope to see you there!
3rd Grade Earned a Class Star Celebration and chose a movie. Great Job 3rd Grade!!
Good luck to Thunder athletes in the following contests this evening:
- JH Football @ South Holt, 5:00 PM
- JH/JV/V Volleyball vs. Union Star @ Nodaway-Holt, 5:00 PM
Congratulations, Riley Blay! 275 Conference XC Champion!
IMPORTANT: The JH "A" game at South Holt for this evening has been POSTPONED until tomorrow night at 5:00 PM. All JH players will attend tomorrow.
Check out the awesome Thunder merchandise from the West Nodaway Student Council Store! Contact Ms. Talmadge to purchase. 💚
Homecoming week begins on Monday, October 4th! Please note that the time of coronation has changed this year. Coronation will take place at 6:00 PM at the Nodaway-Holt football field, followed by the varsity football game at 7:00 PM. We are excited for a week of fun activities!
Bus and Van Times for Today:
JH "A" Football to South Holt @ 3:00 PM,
Volleyball to Bethany @ 3:00 PM,
JH "B" + JV Football to Hopkins, 3:30 PM
It's a big day for Thunder athletics! Good luck to athletes in the following contests:
HS Cross Country: Rock Port Meet, 5:00 PM
JH "A" Football at South Holt, 5:00 PM
JH "B" Football + JV Football vs. Platte Valley at Hopkins, 5:00 PM
JH/JV/V Volleyball at South Harrison, 5:00 PM
Cross Country results from Gans Creek:
Riley Blay 16:19 pr 6th/289
Gabe Weiland 25:50 pr
Tyler Kirsch 28:14 pr
Senior Parents!
Nodaway Valley's "Senior Night" is tonight! Introductions will begin at 6:30 PM on the football field, followed by the varsity football game at 7:00 PM.
Mark your calendars!
Make plans to attend our first annual Nodaway Valley Thunder Homecoming parade!
Good luck to our JH/JV/V volleyball teams this evening! They will play North Nodaway at West Nodaway. Game time is 5:00 PM. Go Thunder! 💚
Check out our first annual Nodaway Valley Thunder Homecoming t-shirt! Order by October 1st. 💚
Interested in joining Girl Scouts? All K-12th graders are invited to their ice cream social!
Cooking with 7th grade FACS!
Update: JV will now be playing four quarters against Platte Valley on Monday.
Don't forget! What a fun way to help support West Nodaway's After Prom!
⭐ Reminder ⭐
Cross Country results from Creston: Lilly Embley 45/79 (18:32 PR), Dylan Walker 43/85 (16:45 PR), Moses Wieland 29/85 (15:37 (PR), Gabe Wieland (26:20 PR), Riley Blay 4/100+ (17:03 season PR).
Important: Next Monday, September 27th, our JH football team will be split for the opportunity to play two games. Our JH "A" team will play at South Holt. The "B" team will play in Hopkins with our JV team. JV will only play two quarters. Both games begin at 5:00 PM. Go Thunder!
Reminder for all high school students!
Senior Night
Good luck to our JH "A" and "B" football teams this evening, as well as our JV team! JH "A" and JV will both play at East Atchison. Our JH "B" will play at St. Joe Christian. Both games have a 5:00 PM start time. Go Thunder!
Time Change: Tomorrow's volleyball games at St. Joe Christian will now begin at 4:30 PM, due to the addition of a JH "B" game. Both JH "A" and "B" teams will play, along with JV and varsity.
West Nodaway and Nodaway-Holt Students: Time to start thinking about your Homecoming week outfits! 💚🏈
Nodaway Valley "Senior Night" will be held on Friday, September 24th. Senior football players, cheerleaders, and band members will be honored.
Check out the bracket for tomorrow's volleyball tournament at Nodaway-Holt!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XpsCLiY1Y01miFb-KicWKgtoPk42jLbn/view?usp=sharing
The West Nodaway BOE will hold its regularly scheduled monthly meeting @ 6:00 p.m. Monday September 20th. Agenda is posted under menu/docs/BOE on the school website.
Get ready! 🏈💚
Reminder: KNIM will be airing the varsity football game against Rock Port tonight beginning at 7:00 PM! In addition to on air (95.9/1580), Thunder fans can listen online using the link below:
https://network1sports.com/station/kvvl
Good luck to our varsity volleyball team tomorrow! They will compete in the Nodaway-Holt tournament.
Good luck to our varsity football team this evening! They will play Rock Port at Nodaway-Holt. Kick-off is at 7:00 PM. Go Thunder!!
Today, Quayde, Quentyn and Quincy presented West Nodaway Elementary School with a donation of $966.25 in memory of their Aunt Tay Tay – Taylor Ann McCartney-
West Nodaway Elementary is so appreciative and will make great use of this donation. Thank You!!
Reminder: High school football pictures will be taken tomorrow at Nodaway-Holt.
Good luck to our JH/JV/V volleyball teams this evening. They will play in Rock Port at 5:00 PM. The bus will leave West Nodaway at 3:30 PM. Go Thunder!
West Nodaway is looking for more bus drivers. Apple Bus does the hiring.
Reminder: Varsity Football Pictures - Friday, September 17th at Nodaway-Holt
KNIM will be airing the varsity football game against Rock Port on Friday, beginning at 7:00 PM! In addition to on air (95.9/1580), Thunder fans can listen online using the link below:
https://network1sports.com/station/kvvl
Time Change: The start time for tonight's game is 5:30 PM. We apologize for any inconvenience!
Monday JH Football is split for additional playing time for all players. JH "A" will travel to Fairfax. JH "B" will travel to St. Joe Christian. Both games are 5 pm starts. Junior Varsity will be at Fairfax following the JH game.
Thunder Volleyball tonight at Nodaway Holt (Graham). 5:30 start. Order of events is Junior Varsity followed by Varsity.
West Nodaway's After Prom will be hosting a poker run on Saturday, October 2nd! Registration starts at 2:00 PM.
Nodaway Valley JV football loses to Platte Valley JV 32-16.
Nodaway Valley JH Football defeats Platte Valley 58-6!
Nodaway JH volleyball “B” game is at Fairfax tonight at 5. Nodaway JH volleyball “A” game is at West Nodaway at 5.
Tonight's football games at home will be four quarters of JH, as well as two quarters of JV. Good luck, Thunder!
Check out the Nodaway-Holt After Prom Tailgate before Friday's game! Go Thunder!
Good luck to our athletes in the following contests this evening:
- JH Volleyball Triangular @ West Nodaway, 5:00 PM
- JH/HS Cross-Country @ Tarkio, 4:30 PM
- JH/JV Football vs. Platte Valley @ West Nodaway, 5:00 PM
Go Thunder! 💚
National Honor Society Community Blood Drive: Today from 2:00-7:00 PM at the Burlington Junction American Legion
We just found out there is limited bleacher space at tonight’s football game at Hopkins. Please bring a lawn chair as a precaution. Go Thunder!
Congratulations to the following students for being picked by the teachers to serve on the September Safety Patrol. Great Job Rockets!
The students in Ms. Wennihan's 7th grade FACS class enjoyed making Play-Doh yesterday!
Good luck to our varsity football team this evening! They will play Platte Valley at Hopkins, beginning at 7:00 PM. Go Thunder! 🏈
Nodaway Valley Thunder Varsity Volleyball loses to East Atchison 0-3. Thunder JV loses 0-2.
Nodaway Valley Thunder JH Volleyball defeats East Atchison! 2-1. Go Thunder!
Come out and cheer on our JH volleyball girls at the St. Gregory Tournament on Saturday, September 25th. Check out the attached bracket for game times!
The September 10th, Friday Nodaway Valley Thunder Football game at Hopkins at 7 PM will be on KNIM Radio 95.9 FM or listen on their link: https://network1sports.com/station/kvvl Go Thunder!
Good luck to our JH/JV/V volleyball teams this evening! They will play East Atchison in Tarkio beginning at 5:00 PM. Go Thunder!
Reminder: Junior high football pictures will be taken Monday, September 13th at West Nodaway, and high school football pictures will be taken Friday, September 17th at Nodaway-Holt. Picture forms are located in the office!
Reminder: A meeting with West Nodaway district administration and the parents of private school children with disabilities will be held tomorrow at 8:15 AM in the school library. West Nodaway R-I invites representatives of private schools, as well as representatives of parents of parentally placed private school children with disabilities within the district's jurisdiction, to attend this meeting.
Reminder: Jostens will be at West Nodaway tomorrow at 1:00 PM for sophomore and senior orders.
National Honor Society Community Blood Drive: Monday, September 13th from 2:00-7:00 PM at the Burlington Junction American Legion. We hope to see you there!
Nodaway Valley Thunder Cross Country shines at Clarissa, Iowa meet. Riley Blay takes 1st! Lilly Emily with a strong showing at 22nd. Large meet with large results for the Thunder! Great job!
Nodaway Valley JH Football Thunders past Stewartsville/Osborn Wildcards! 68-14.
CHANGE: Nodaway Valley's "Senior Night" for varsity football will be held on September 24th.
Due to the JH football game today, only JH/HS volleyball and JH/HS cheer will be getting their pictures taken this afternoon at West Nodaway. Our JH/HS cross-country teams and JH football will get their pictures taken on September 13th at West Nodaway. Varsity football's picture day has been postponed to September 17th at Nodaway-Holt. We apologized for any inconvenience.
Good luck to our Thunder athletes in the following contests this evening:
- JH Football @ Stewartsville, 5:00 PM
- JH/HS Cross Country @ Clarinda, 4:15 PM
- JH/JV/V Volleyball vs. South Holt @ West Nodaway, 5:00 PM
Go Thunder! 💚🐃
Reminder: The varsity football game on Friday will be played at Hopkins beginning at 7:00 PM!
Note: Tuesday's JH football game in Stewartsville will begin at 5:00 PM. JV football will NOT be playing.
FFA Events Week of 9-6-2021: Monday - RSVP's for trap shoot due to Mrs. Honan; Tuesday - Officer meeting 8th hour in the Ag Room; Saturday - Area Trap Shoot at Smithville. Contact Mrs. Honan with any questions!
Good luck to our varsity football team tonight. They will play in East Atchison in Fairfax, beginning at 7:00 PM. Go Thunder!!
Labor Day: No school at West Nodaway on Monday, September 6th! Have a great weekend.
Thunder Volleyball serves up another victory! JV beats Union Star/ King City co-op 2-0
Nodaway Valley Thunder Volleyball strikes again! Thunder Varsity defeats King City/Union Star co-op 3-0. The Thunder Rolls!
If you have children in grades PK-6th that qualify for free or reduced lunch, "Backpack Buddies" is starting next week! Check your child's backpack and/or folder for a letter and permission form. If you did not receive one and want your child to participate, please call the elementary office at (660) 725-4126.
Play-doh party! Preschoolers have been learning a lot about all of the expectations in school. They are catching on quick and have earned their first 10 class stars.
The varsity football game tomorrow night against East Atchison will be in FAIRFAX, beginning at 7:00 PM.
Can't make it to the volleyball games in Union Star tonight, and need to cheer on the Thunder from home? No worries! Union Star will live stream all games on their Facebook page. Go Thunder!
CHANGE: JH/HS XC and JH Football pictures will be taken on September 13th. All other sports will be taken on September 7th. Order forms are in the office.
West Nodaway's High School Student Council will hold their annual "Back to School Cookout" for all PK-12th grade students tomorrow!
Picture Day: Tuesday, September 7th - Elementary individuals + groups, JH/HS fall sports, JH/HS make-ups.
Good luck to our JV/V volleyball teams this evening. They will play Union Star at 5:30 PM. Go Thunder!
Please check out the "News" section of our website for important picture day information!
A meeting with West Nodaway district administration and the parents of private school children with disabilities will be held on September 9th at 8:15 AM in the school library. West Nodaway R-I invites representatives of private schools, as well as representatives of parents of parentally placed private school children with disabilities within the district's jurisdiction, to attend this meeting.
Tonight’s Nodaway Valley volleyball games against Mound City will be broadcast on Mound City‘s Panther YouTube channel. Go Thunder!
Check out the latest edition of our monthly newsletter, The Rocket Review! https://www.smore.com/7d5qx
West Nodaway R-I emails out a monthly online newsletter titled "The Rocket Review" that contains information about current events, fundraisers, and other important news. If you would like to be included in our mailing list, please call the high school office at (660) 725-3317, or email Tayne Fast at tfast@wnrockets.com. We look forward to connecting with you!
It's time for elementary individual and group pictures! SCH Photo will be here on September 7th, and you can order online following the link below. Ordering will be open one week before until one week after picture day.
https://schphoto.hhimagehost.com/V2/Home/LoginConsumer?EK=169593
Password: 315259136
Reminder: The online volleyball and football apparel order through Student Body is due tomorrow at noon! Last chance to order!
Good luck to our JV/V volleyball teams this evening as they travel to Maysville. Game time is 5:30 PM. Go Thunder!!
NV Thunder Volleyball takes 4th place in East Atchison tournament.
Volleyball NV Thunder move into 3rd place game after battling against Benton. 3rd place game is against Rock Port.
Thunder Volleyball!!
NV Thunder defeats East Atchison in first round games. Best 3 out of 5 matches. 25/21, 18/25, 25/22, 16/25, 15/4. Thunder rolls into semifinals against Benton. Go Thunder!
Nodaway Valley Thunder 60 Wildcats 14. End of game. Go Thunder!!
Football - Nodaway Valley Thunder 40 Wildcards 14. 3rd Q. 5:30 left.
Due to an internet connection issue, we will not be able to live stream the Nodaway Valley Football game tonight. We apologize for any inconvenience.
We are Streaming the Nodaway Valley Thunder Football Game against the Osborn/Stewartsville Wildcards tonight! Game starts at 7 pm! Check it out on our West Nodaway Facebook page!
First Thunder Pep Rally! 💚🏈 Go Thunder!
The Nodaway Valley Thunder will take on OSHS WildCards at West Nodaway this evening beginning at 7:00 PM. Get decked out in GREEN and come cheer on the THUNDER!
Mark you calendars! SCH Photo will be at West Nodaway on Tuesday, September 7th for fall pictures. They will be photographing elementary individuals and groups, JH/HS fall sports, and JH/HS make-up pictures.
Are you ready for some football? 🏈⚡ Bring on the Thunder!
Congrats to Summer Library Raffle winner A.J. Keever (3rd) who won the large teepee tent.
Congrats to Summer Library Raffle winner Jax Cowden who was presented a camp chair and smores pack at our back to school assembly Tuesday.
Congrats to Summer Library raffle winner Jaylon Calfee (PK) was presented a camp chair and smores pack at our back to school assembly Tuesday.
During school days, 7-12 student drop off is at 7:00 A.M. or after. The school doors will remain locked until 7:00 A.M. as there will not be a staff member on duty for supervision prior to this time. We apologize for any inconvenience but we want to keep your students safe.
Preschool had a great first day!
The Student Body website has opened up their online shop again for VB and FB attire. Orders close 8/31/21. studentbodyonline.com
Thunder HS Volleyball Jamboree at Tarkio Tuesday at 5:30. Bus leaves WN at 4:45. Go Thunder!
Freshman orientation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. tonight in the Media Center.
Don't forget to attend our "Sneak-a-Peek" and JH/HS "Open House" this evening from 4:00-6:00 PM!
Nodaway Valley Thunder Cross Country shirt order form. $11 per shirt. Orders due Thursday, Aug 26th. See order form for additional information. https://forms.gle/K3vMTYQicH9ffcuY8 If this link doesn't work try this one https://forms.gle/SaKejYPDiMMcJ9Pz8
Reminder: Tarkio Football Jamboree admission price tonight at 5:30 is one (1) can of food per person. All food is donated to a local food pantry.
Football Jamboree game tonight is moved to 5:30 pm at Tarkio due to rain forecast. Bus leaves WN at 3:50 pm. Players arrive by 3:30.
Reminder: Nodaway Valley Community Kickoff Tomorrow @ Skidmore Ballfield, 6:00 PM!
The Thunder fall sport athletes and coaches/sponsors will be introduced, and a tailgate meal will be provided. Everyone is welcome. Can't wait to see you there!
The bus for tomorrow's football jamboree in Tarkio will leave West Nodaway at 4:20 PM.
The Nodaway Valley Thunder cheerleaders are ready for their first game tomorrow night!
All bus route times will be the same as last year. If you are a new student and do not know your bus pick up/drop off time, please contact the office. Thanks!
Order your Thunder Volleyball gear now! The store will close tomorrow, August 18th, and items will be sent to West Nodaway for the team to sort for pickup. Anyone can order! All JH players must order a long sleeve shirt to use for a warm-up.
https://mb2sports.itemorder.com/sale
Sale Code: THUNDERVB21
Join us on Saturday! Everyone is invited! 💚
West Nodaway Freshman Orientation: Monday, August 23rd from 6:00-7:00 PM
Tarkio Football Jamboree: Friday, August 20th @ Tarkio Activity Center, 6:00 PM. Admission = One Can of Food.
FFA meeting KICK OFF event is August 29th at the McPhearson Farm! Mark your calendar for a FUN night full of activities and food!
Students interested in helping at the MO State Fair Food Insecurity Day by packaging meals need to contact Mrs. Honan today, August 16th! The event is August 17th and we will leave school at 7:30 am and return around 8 pm.
2021-2022 Senior Athletes: Don't forget that sports banner pictures will be taken at West Nodaway tomorrow from 12:00-1:00 PM.
The 2021-2022 school year will begin on Tuesday, August 24th at 7:55 AM. Welcome back!
Reminder: PK-12th Grade Registration - Tomorrow from 1:00-6:00 PM!
The West Nodaway BOE will hold the annual tax hearing on August 16th, 2021 @ 6:00 p.m. in the school media center. This will be followed by the regularly scheduled monthly meeting @ 6:10 p.m. Agenda is posted under menu/docs/BOE on the school website.
If you haven't already downloaded our West Nodaway Rockets app, now would be a great time! It's an easy way to stay updated with current information about events and cancellations. Just search for "West Nodaway Rockets" on the app store. 🚀📱
Please see the attached information from Dr. Barnes about our 2021-2022 Covid-19 protocols. This information can also be located under the "News" section of our website for future reference.
High school volleyball and cheer practice will be held at West Nodaway both today and tomorrow!
TIME CHANGE: SCH Photo will be taking senior banner pictures for ALL senior athletes in ALL sports from 12:00-1:00 PM on August 17th.
JH Football parents, please sign up for the Remind App for notifications from Football coaches. Link is below.
https://www.remind.com/join/h6eef69
Senior Athletes and Parents: Please check your email for a letter from Thunder Booster Club about purchasing wall banners!
Sorry for the inconvenience, but due to the change in VB practice, the varsity fall sports parent meeting is moved to Nodaway-Holt tomorrow evening at 6:00 PM in the cafeteria.
Don't forget to get your immunizations prior to the start of school! PreK, Kindergarten, 8th Grade, and 12th Grade are all due for immunizations. If you have any questions, please contact Kelli Hoyt.
Reminder: PK-12th Grade Registration - Tuesday, August 17th from 1:00-6:00 PM.
All 7th-12th graders can have their picture taken that day as well from 1:00-5:00 PM.
HS sports practice starts tomorrow at West Nodaway. Cross country at 6:35am. Football and volleyball at 4pm. Make sure that you have a current physical, and bring a water bottle.
FFA members, tomorrow (August 9th) is drop off of your entries for the FFA building at the MO State Fair! Check your email for a list of what you can exhibit!
Reminder: If you'd like to place an order for volleyball or football apparel, orders are due August 9th. Just visit the Student Body website at www.studentbodyonline.com, and click on "Nodaway Valley Thunder."
Junior After Prom Meeting: Sunday, August 8th @ 5:00 PM, First Christian Church in Burlington Junction
Check out the 2021-2022 Nodaway Valley Thunder sports schedules! Visit wnrockets.com, and then under "Menu," you can click on the "Athletics" button. Go Thunder!
Thunder Kick Off Party: Saturday, August 21st at 6:00 PM at the Skidmore Ball Field. Come out and meet the 2021-2022 Thunder athletes! The Nodaway Valley Thunder fall sport rosters and coaches/sponsors will be introduced, and a tailgate meal will be provided. Everyone is welcome! Come support your favorite athletes!
JH/HS Open House: Monday, August 23rd from 4:00-6:00 PM. Students are encouraged to bring supplies, decorate lockers, and meet their teachers! We look forward to seeing you!
It's that time of year again! Mark your calendars for West Nodaway's PK-12th grade registration on Tuesday, August 17th from 1:00-6:00 PM. We look forward to seeing you!
Please remember to take time to vote today, to support West Nodaway students.
FFA members, don't forget to sign up for the MO State Fair Food Insecurity Day. The sign up sheet was emailed to you!
FFA members, don't forget to be getting your projects together for the MO State Fair FFA Building. Check out the weblink which was emailed to you! The money entries equals more money WON!
There will be no Summer Library on Thursday, July 29th. We will announce raffle winners soon! Sorry for the inconvenience.
BJ Christian Church will be supplying crayons, colored pencils, and pencils for all elementary students this year!
FFA Members, don't forget to sign up for a SAE visit with Mrs. Honan. Check your school email for the sign up sheet!
Please click the link below to view PK-12th grade 2021-2022 school supply list!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1j9JgSHu9G7OcdXZi5R-gmp0hZIRKlzPC04MCC_J8fyU/edit?usp=sharing
FFA members, don't forget to be getting your projects together for the MO State Fair FFA Building. Check out the weblink which was emailed to you! The money entries equals more money WON!
Current and Incoming FFA members, check your email and make sure to sign up for SAE visits, the MO State Fair Food Insecurity Day, and MO State Fair FFA Building entries. These opportunities help qualify you for awards and scholarships!!
There will be NO Summer Library hours on Tues July 27th due to carpet installation.
After Prom Fundraiser Crunch for a Cause at Maryville Taco Johns Thursday July 29 from 5-7 pm. Please mention WN After Prom when you order.
WN Flag FB Sign-Ups (3rd/4th and 5th/6th): Wednesday, 7/28 @ Ballpark Shelter in BJ from 6:00-8:00 PM. $35 Fee. If Jersey Needed, It’s and Added Expense.
Elementary (PK-6th) Sneak-a-Peak night will be held on Monday, August 23rd from 4:00-6:00PM. This will be an open house so come and go as you please! Students and parents are encouraged to drop off supplies and visit with their teacher. If you have any questions, please contact the elementary office at (660) 725-4126.
Mark your calendars! PK-12th grade registration will take place on Tuesday, August 17th from 1:00-6:00 PM in the high school commons area!
No Hunger Summer @ the BJ United Methodist Church. Mon-Fri, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Sack Lunch provided free! Runs June 1st - July 30th.
The After Prom meeting for tonight has been cancelled.
Congratulations to West Nodaway’s 2021 graduate, Tyler Blay, for being named Nodaway County’s Male Athlete of the Year! 🚀
West Nodaway BOE Open Forum: Wednesday, July 21st @ 6:00 PM in Regard to 8/3 Tax Levy Vote
2021-2022 Junior Parents: After Prom Meeting on July 25th at 5:00 PM at BJ City Park
JH Football camp will be held next week on Mon., July 26h at West Nodaway and Tuesday July 27th @ Nodaway Holt from 6:00-8:00 p.m. each night.
No Hunger Summer @ the BJ United Methodist Church. Mon-Fri, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Sack Lunch provided free! Runs June 1st - July 30th.
There will be NO summer library hours on Tuesday, July 20th or Thursday, July 22 due to installation of new carpet. The library will be open the following week for our final summer hours.
The West Nodaway Board of Education will hold an Open Forum on Wednesday, July 21st at 6:00 p.m. in regard to the August 3rd tax levy vote.
The West Nodaway Board of Education will hold it's regular monthly meeting on Mon., July 19th @ 6:00 p.m. in the school media center. An agenda is posted under menu/docs/BOE on the WN website.
No Hunger Summer @ the BJ United Methodist Church. Mon-Fri, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Sack Lunch provided free! Runs June 1st - July 30th.
No Hunger Summer @ the BJ United Methodist Church. Mon-Fri, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Sack Lunch provided free! Runs June 1st - July 30th.
Have a Happy and Safe Independence Day, Rockets! 🚀🎇🧨
No Hunger Summer @ the BJ United Methodist Church. Mon-Fri, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Sack Lunch provided free! Runs June 1st - July 30th.
FFA sponsored BLOOD DRIVE TODAY from 2-7 pm at the American Legion in Burlington Junction!
No Hunger Summer @ the BJ United Methodist Church. Mon-Fri, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Sack Lunch provided free! Runs June 1st - July 30th.
The West Nodaway Board of Education will hold it's regular monthly meeting on Mon., June 21st @ 6:00 p.m. in the school media center. An agenda is posted under menu/docs/BOE on the WN website.
The Blood Drive is one week away on June 25th from 2-7 pm at the American Legion in Burlington Junction! Contact Nicki Honan to set up an appointment or show up as a walk in! Hope to see you there!
2021-2022 Junior Parent After Prom Kickoff Meeting: June 27th, 5:00 PM @ BJ City Park
No Hunger Summer @ the BJ United Methodist Church. Mon-Fri, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Sack Lunch provided free! Runs June 1st - July 30th.
No Hunger Summer @ the BJ United Methodist Church. Mon-Fri, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Sack Lunch provided free! Runs June 1st - July 30th.
No Hunger Summer @ the BJ United Methodist Church. Mon-Fri, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Sack Lunch provided free! Runs June 1st - July 30th.
Summer library hours begin tomorrow evening from 5:00-7:00 PM! Check out the "News" section of our website for future dates and times. We can't wait to see you!
Don't forget about the BLOOD DRIVE on June 25th from 2-7 pm. Walk ins are welcome but appointments are preferred. Contact Nicki Honan at nhonan@wnrockets.com to set up an appointment.
The West Nodaway BOE will hold a special session/strategic planning meeting in regard to the tax levy on June 9th, 2021 @ 6:00 p.m. in the Library Media Center.
The West Nodaway BOE will hold a special executive session on June 7th @ 6:00 p.m. in the library media center.
WN Summer Library hours begin Tuesday, June 8th from 5-7pm. Thursdays 10-noon. Plan to come in next week to start your summer reading journey!!
No Hunger Summer @ the BJ United Methodist Church. Mon-Fri, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Sack Lunch provided free! Runs June 1st - July 30th.
Congratulations to Hunter Dawson for being named to baseball's 1st Team All-Conference, as well as All-District! Great job, Hunter. We are proud of you! ⚾🚀
JH/HS Track and HS Baseball Players: Don't forget the end-of-season pizza party and awards tonight at 6:00 PM in the commons!
There will be no football tomorrow evening so everyone can attend the track/baseball banquet.
JH/HS Track and HS Baseball End-of-Season Banquet: Tomorrow evening at 6:00 PM in the commons. Pizza, pop, and awards! 🍕🚀
Congratulations to Tyler Blay for being a State Champion with a record setting run in the 3200m run today!
Don't forget to stop by the school at 9:45 this morning to help send off our state-bound track athletes, Dawson Fast, Tyler Blay, and Riley Blay. Good luck, boys!
The community is invited to help us send off our STATE-BOUND track athletes, Dawson Fast, Tyler Blay, and Riley Blay. Meet at West Nodaway at 9:45 AM on Friday, May 21st, and help us wish them luck! Great job, boys! We are so proud of you!
Mark your calendars for the next FFA sponsored Blood Drive on June 25th from 2-7 pm at the Burlington Junction American Legion Building! Two $375 scholarships were awarded to 2021 WN Seniors! Your donation goes towards whether or not two will be awarded for 2022 WN Seniors!
Enjoy the video of our 2020-2021 school year! Hope you have a great summer!! Mrs. Barnes
https://youtu.be/_RIOVLOJZBU
FBLA/FFA World's of Fun Field Trip is May 20th! The bus will leave the high school parking lot at 8 am. Dress for the weather and bring money for lunch!
Congratulations to Norma Bragg and Bob Grace on their retirement from West Nodaway!
Congratulations to Norma Bragg and Bob Grace on their retirement from West Nodaway!
Check out the latest edition of the "Rocket Reporter," our student-written newsletter!
https://www.smore.com/8cuqb
Last Day of Preschool! These kids have grown so much this year.
Great job on earning Perfect Attendance for 4th Quarter.
The West Nodaway Board of Education will hold it's regular monthly meeting on Mon., May 17th @ 6:00 p.m. in the school media center. An agenda is posted under menu/docs/BOE on the WN website.
Celebrating two 5th grade authors! Great work Jude Raymond and Myles Shipley!🙌🏻
Thank you Emily for painting our new Thunder mascot in the gym!
Stock up on Nodaway Valley THUNDER gear for next year! Order through June 15th. Thunder Booster Club will be selling merchandise again at the start of the school year with different designs.
https://nodawaythunder.itemorder.com/sale
Congratulations to our Perfect Attendance students; Chet Honan, Delaney Major, Andrew Wilmes and Zoey Brown! Thank you to Herb and Derek Snodderley for working together with us this happen for the kids!
Happy last day of school! See you in August, Rockets! 🚀
School Carnival 2021 Successful! Thank you to the many staff members for helping in this vision and to BJ businesses that contributed and supported this event! Thank you Mrs. Howard for taking the lead!
More Pie In The Face readers...
A couple more pies and the brave Pie Panel of teachers! Keep up the reading, kiddos, and happy summer!!
And more Pie In The Face readers....
Our annual Pie In The Face assembly was today! Readers who earned enough AR points were able to pie a teacher! So much fun! Great job to these readers!! Thanks to the teachers on the pie panel!!
There will be no high school baseball practice at West Nodaway this evening.
Almost Carnival time! Thank you Mrs. Howard, Ms. Mattson, and Mrs.Snodderley for coming in early to get this finished up!!🚀
Thank you to this amazing crew for taking the vision and making the School Carnival happen. Remind your kiddos to thank all of them tomorrow!
LOCATION CHANGE: The District baseball game against King City on Saturday will be played at MWSU beginning at 5:30 PM.
Preschool had a blast at Fun Day! Thank you to our PTO, Fun Day committee, station leaders, student council helpers and the amazing family who donated Kool Kats!
Reminder: If you ordered an FFA "To Go" meal this evening, pick up is between 6:00-7:00 PM at the ag shop! $5/meal, can be paid at pick up!
LOCATION CHANGE: West Nodaway will be hosting the baseball game against Maryville this evening, beginning at 4:30 PM.
Come visit the library during our open hours this summer!
Elementary Fun Day is tomorrow, Tuesday 05/11/21, from 8:20AM-1:10PM. Due to the colder temperatures, some of the activities have changed. There will be NO water activities. Parents are welcome to attend! Hope to see you there!
Summer is coming! West Nodaway will dismiss at 12:25 PM on Friday, May 14th. Have a happy and safe summer break. 😎
Don't Forget - WN FFA Spring Planting "To Go" Dinners Tomorrow! Orders can be placed by using the link below, or by calling the HS office. Pulled pork sandwich, chips, drink and two cookies. Pick up from 6:00-7:00 PM in the ag shop, or delivery is available. Profits go towards member development and community service activities!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1L1bq9IgJGVr5wLf9ht9QF_ltpnFcFxaVc382gLJHgok/viewform?edit_requested=true
Thank you students for participating in the Adopt A Highway Clean Up!
The school greenhouse will be open Saturday, May8th, from 9-12 pm! Come on in and we’ll make a deal!
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2021
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2021
Phase one of refurbishing the WN on the football field is complete. Many students came together to ensure this was ready for graduation weekend! Phase two is being planned and donations are being accepted. This includes adding an additional border and planting trees!
There will be no HS baseball practice at West Nodaway this evening.
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2021
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2021
Excellent work with the band concert, Mr. Brogan!🚀 Go Rockets!
Thanks to FCS Financial and their Shaping Rural MO Grant program the WN AG students began sprucing up the rock WN on the football hill. New fabric and pavers will be laid down to give the area a fresh look.
West Nodaway Spring Band Concert (5th-12th Grade): Tonight at 6:00 PM. We hope to see you there!
Seniors: Don't forget that Baccalaureate is tomorrow night at 6:00 PM at the Burlington Junction Christian Church.
Day 4: Lemonade & Sweet Tea Bar!
Blessed to have a thoughtful & caring school nurse! Happy School Nurse’s Day! ♥️
Teacher Appreciation Week has been busy!! Started the week with Sonic drinks and then Donuts and Coffee from PTO and Booster Club! Today was our Taco Bar for Cinco de Mayo! 💃
Congratulations to the 3rd grade Rockets and Mrs. Ridmour for their hard work as well! These students all scored above grade level on the STAR Assessment!🚀
Congratulations to these 2nd grade Rockets & Mrs. Carpenter for all of their hard work this year! These students all scored above grade level on the STAR Assessment!🚀
District Baseball Information
Saturday May, 15th at Phil Welch Stadium- St. Joseph, Missouri
#4 King City v. #5 West Nodaway – 5:30 p.m.
WN FFA is offering $5 Spring Planting Dinners on May 11th. Orders can be placed by using the Google Form link or calling the HS office. Meals will consist of a pulled pork sandwich, chips, drink and dessert. Pick up will run from 6-7 pm in the Ag Shop or deliver is available.
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2021
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2021
Don't forget to come out to our elementary spring music concert tomorrow night! Grades PK-4th will perform, and the evening will begin at 6:00 PM. We hope to see you there!
Preschool had a fun filled day yesterday. First they visited the new fire station. Then they headed to Hughes Fieldhouse for pizza and enjoyed running and playing.
WN FFA members installed the Blessing Box at the Burlington Junction Christian Church. This will be used as a “Take what you need, leave what you can” food pantry for community members.
Deadline Extended: Any 7-12 student interested in the World's of Fun trip on May 20th need to sign up and pay the $30 by NOON on Wednesday, May 5th! This can be done with Tayne, Ms. Wennihan, or Mrs. Honan!
WN FFA members installed the Blessing Box at the Burlington Junction Christian Church. This will be used as a “Take what you need, leave what you can” food pantry for community members.
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2021
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2021
The varsity baseball game at St. Joe Christian today has been POSTPONED.
Good luck to our varsity baseball team and our JH/HS track teams today! Track will compete in the 275 Conference Meet in Tarkio, beginning at 12:30 PM. Baseball will play at St. Joe Christian at 4:30 PM. Go Rockets!
There will be a high school cheer meeting for the 2021-2022 school year on Thursday, May 13th at 3:40 PM in the commons.
The West Nodaway Board of Education will hold a special executive session on Wed., May 5th @ 7:00 p.m. in the school media center. An agenda is posted under menu/docs/BOE on the WN website.
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2021
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2021
If you pre-ordered a West Nodaway yearbook, you will receive your ELEMENTARY portion of the book this week. You will receive your HS/MS portion in August.
If you would like an ELEMENTARY ONLY book, they are $20 and limited quantity! Pay Valerie in the elementary office.
If you would like a MS/HS ONLY book, you may order MS/HS at this time for $40 online at Jostens.com, or send money to Tayne in the HS office to reserve your copy. These books will be delivered when we get back to school in August.
Any 7-12 grade student interested in the FBLA/FFA World's of Fun trip need to sign up by 3 pm TODAY! Cost is $30 per ticket!
Check out the latest edition of The Rocket Review -- the last one of the 2020-2021 school year!
https://www.smore.com/wjf8h
West Nodaway Commencement: Sunday, May 9th at 3:00 PM in the West Nodaway High School Gymnasium.
The JV/V baseball game at Platte Valley today will begin at *3:30 PM.* Go Rockets!
The school greenhouse will be open TODAY, Sunday, May 2nd from 2-4 pm!! Come visit and see the beautiful plants the students have grown.
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2021
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2021
Preschool earned another 10 class stars so they enjoyed snacks outside on this beautiful day! ☀️
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2021
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2021
Good luck to our JH and HS track teams today! JH track will compete at Worth County at 3:45 PM, and HS will compete at North Andrew at 4:00 PM. Go Rockets!
Good luck to our JV/V baseball teams this evening. They will play in Osborn at 4:30 PM. Go Rockets!
Tonight is the night! Stop by the West Nodaway PTO fundraiser at Taco John's from 5:00-7:00 PM, and mention our organization. Thank you for your support!
American Legion Junior Auxiliary members will meet in the cafeteria at WN after school on Friday, April 30th, to make and deliver May Day baskets. If you have any questions contact Nicki Honan or Irene Lager.
Preschool enjoyed spending the morning with Kindergarten!
Congratulations to these 4th grade Rockets & Mrs. Howard for their hard work and success this year!! These students all scores above grade level on the STAR assessment!🚀
Congratulations to these 5th grade Rockets & Ms. Ballanger for all the hard work and success this year!! All achieved above grade level on the STAR! 🚀
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2021
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2021
West Nodaway has an opening for a day custodian. See image for details.
The West Nodaway JH track team had a successful meet last night! Congratulations to the following athletes for breaking our school records: Kalynn Godsey (Girls' Mile - 6:17.38); Paidyn Linville, Haylee Dawson, Kalynn Godsey, Bella Walker (Girls' 4x400 - 4:49.05); and Lane Larabee (400 Meter Dash - 57.09). GO ROCKETS!
We are looking forward to our MS/HS Rocket Academic Showcase + FFA Awards banquet this evening. All honorees and their parents have been emailed. Dinner begins at 5:30 PM, followed by awards.
Congratulations to Ms. Elleah Snodderley for earning 100 AR points to be Principal of the Day!!🙌🏻
These students represented West Nodaway very well at the 275 Conference Spelling Bee yesterday at South Holt! We are so proud of all three of you! 🐝
(L to R): Ellie Wilmes (6th), Tommy Holcomb(7th), and Charlotte Wilmes (4th)
CONGRATULATIONS to Charlotte Wilmes for placing 3rd in the 275 Conference Spelling Bee against other 3rd and 4th graders at South Holt yesterday!
CONGRATULATIONS to Tommy Holcomb! He placed 2nd at the 275 Conference Spelling Bee last night against other 7th and 8th grade students.
Rockets Ready to Soar: Seniors 2021
Enjoy seeing this years' graduating seniors in the spotlight these next few days as we honor them, their accomplishments, and their bright futures!
Mrs. Honan's 6th grade Ag class took advantage of the beautiful weather by filling the raised garden bed with soil and planting spinach and lettuce seed. Their goal is to donate the produce to the food pantry! Thanks to Kenny Wilmes and Irene Lager for their help with the project!
Good Luck to the Following Students Today:
- HS Track: Meet in Stanberry @ 4:00 PM, Bus @ 2:30 PM
- JH Track: Meet in Tarkio @ 4:00 PM, But @ 2:50 PM
- JV/V Baseball: Game in Oregon @ 4:30 PM, Bus @ 3:00 PM
Go Rockets!
Senior Parents: Please check your email for a link to order cap and gown pictures. SCH Photo will be here on May 7th at 9:00 AM.
Preschool has grown so much this year!!!❤️👏🏻
Good luck to our JV/V baseball teams this evening! They will play East Atchison at 4:30 PM at home. "Senior Night" recognition will begin at 4:15 PM. Go Rockets!
Good luck to Tommy Holcomb today as he competes against other 7th and 8th graders at the 275 Conference Spelling Bee in Oregon!
Good luck to Zoey Brown today as she competes against other 3rd and 4th graders at the 275 Conference Spelling Bee in Oregon!
Good luck to Ellie Wilmes today as she competes against other 5th and 6th graders at the 275 Conference Spelling Bee in Oregon!
Time Correction: The MS/HS Student Awards Night on Wednesday will begin at 5:30 PM with dinner, followed by awards at 6:30 PM. Thank you!
6th-12th Grade Parents that Received an Email about Students being Recognized at "Awards Night" on Wednesday: Please check email and RSVP with the number attending dinner. Please include student(s) in the count.
Don't forget to stop by the PTO fundraiser at Taco John's in Maryville on Thursday from 5:00-7:00 PM. Just stop by for some supper and mention West Nodaway PTO. Thank you in advance for your support! 🌮
Preschool celebrated Earth Day with a Nature Scavenger Hunt.
WN Greenhouse OPEN HOUSE Saturday, April 24th, 9-11 am. Please come check out our plants grown by WN students!! Their hard work is worth the trip! Keep in mind, we're small, so we can't offer everything, but we have many pretty things.
JV/V Baseball Parents: Please check the athletic schedule on the school website for updated baseball game dates. There have been several recent changes, which are highlighted.
West Nodaway's 2021 baseball "Senior Night" will be held on Monday, April 26th. Seniors will be recognized before the game at 4:15 PM.
Today we honor three very special ladies; Cheryl, Tayne, and Valerie for making everything run smoothly each day at WN! They are the SUNSHINE in our SCHOOL! 🌞
Today's JV/V baseball game against North Nodaway is on! Game time is 4:30 PM in Burlington Junction. Go Rockets!
MAKE-UP DATE: JV/V Baseball vs. Platte Valley @ Guilford - April 30th at 4:30 PM.
2018 and 2019 Yearbook Cleanout: Pick up your 2018 and 2019 yearbooks today for a reduced price of $5 each. Limited availability. See Ms. Wennihan with your payment to claim.
The HS track meet scheduled for tomorrow at Worth County has been moved to Wednesday, due to weather.
NHS-sponsored blood drive today at the Burlington Junction American Legion building from 2:00-7:00 PM. Your donations are appreciated!!
The JV/V baseball game for tonight has been postponed.
Don't forget! Fairfax Community Hospital will be completing athletic physicals at West Nodaway on Monday at 1:30 PM. The cost is $25.00, and the money is due at the time of the physical. Tayne has extra physical forms in the office. Contact Mr. Phipps with any questions.
NHS Blood Drive
Good luck to our JV/V baseball team. They will play an away game against Platte Valley this evening at 4:30 PM. The bus will leave at 3:00 PM. Go Rockets!
Yay! Nineteen students used their Stars to purchase “Lunch with the Principal” coupons! Yay! We had a great time!
Good luck to our JH track team! They will compete in the North Andrew Relays at 4:00 PM today. The bus will leave at 2:30 PM. Go Rockets!
More MAP Kickball Fun!🚀
Annual Map Kickball Kick Off! 🎉
Schedule of events for the 275 JH/HS conference track meet in Tarkio on Tuesday, May 4th.
Worth County Multiple School Youth Track Meet
The West Nodaway greenhouse is open!
Spring testing kicks off tomorrow! Check out the "News" section of our school website (www.wnrockets.com) for complete schedules and testing tips.
West Nodaway PTO Fundraiser: April 29th at Taco John's in Maryville from 5:00-7:00 PM. Grab some supper, and help support our PTO!
Good luck to our high school track team! They will compete at Blue Jay Relays in Rock Port at 1:30 PM.
Such great bulletin boards and projects going up at WN Elementary! 🙌🏻
Congratulations to the following students for earning 275 Conference Scholar Athletes for the 2020-2021 school year. This is a tremendous honor!
- Erin Cook
- Will Cordell
- Reagan Hagey
- Duke Ingraham
- Wyatt Ingraham
- Emily Ricketts
Good luck to our varsity baseball team this evening! They will play Stewartsville/Osborn at HOME, beginning at 4:30 PM.
End of year testing begins Thursday, and we are looking for volunteers who are willing to help provide snacks/drinks. If you would be willing to provide any of the items listed below, simply e-mail Isnead@wnrockets.com or send items to school by Wednesday!
- 2 boxes or bags of any of the following cereals: Fruit Loops, Apple Jacks, Honeycombs, Lucky Charms, Trix, Golden Grahams, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, or anything that can be put into a snack mix
- 2 boxes of granola bars, fruit/yogurt bars, or cereal bars
- 2 bags of pretzels
- 2 boxes of Goldfish or Whales
- 24 packages of mini muffins or 24 regular muffins
- 24 individual yogurts or 2 boxes of Go-GURT
- 2 packages of individually wrapped string cheese
- 2 cases of individually bottled water
Kindergarten and 1st grade students spent their Stars to have lunch with the principal! 🙌🏻 What a great way to start the week!🎉
Mrs. Cindy Whitney has graciously donated over $300 in Pampered Chef items, and West Nodaway's National Honor Society chapter will be selling raffle tickets! Please contact any junior and senior National Honor Society member for tickets. You can purchase one ticket for $2.00, or three tickets for $5.00. All proceeds will go towards Briley's Heart Cart! Join us in raising donations for a locally-started foundation. The drawing will be held on THURSDAY!
Email our National Honor Society sponsors, Jennifer Downing (jdowning@wnrockets.com), or Linda Babcock (lbabcock@wnrockets.com), with questions!
Good luck to our JH track team. They will compete in Mound City today, beginning at 4:00 PM. The bus will leave at 2:30 PM. Go Rockets!
Fairfax Community Hospital will be completing athletic physicals at West Nodaway on April 19th starting at 1:30 PM. The cost is $25.00. Several of our students physicals are expiring on the 28th of April.
Mark you calendars! The NHS-sponsored blood drive will be held on Monday, April 19th at the Burlington Junction American Legion building from 2:00-7:00 PM. Your donations are appreciated!!
While preschool was getting ready to plant flowers we had a surprise visitor. The kids loved the baby goat and ended the day planting a flower. 🐐🌼
The West Nodaway Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting on Wed., April 14th @ 6:00 p.m. in the school media center. An agenda is posted under menu/docs/BOE on the WN website.
Fifth Grade DARE Graduation was a success! Congratulations to all students on the completion of the program! 👏🏻
Congratulations to Vivian Hull for earning 100 AR points to be Principal of the Day! 🙌🏻 Keep Reading Kids!!!
Seniors: Baccalaureate will be held on Friday, May 7th at the First Christian Church in Burlington Junction, beginning at 6:00 PM.
West Nodaway's production of "Spy School" will be held tomorrow in the high school gym! You can still purchase show-only tickets at the door for only $5.00. For those who previously reserved dinner theater tickets, doors will open at 5:30 PM, dinner begins at 6:00 PM, and the play will start at 7:00 PM. Our cast and crew have been working hard, and we look forward to seeing you!
Good luck to our HS track team, as well as our JV/V baseball teams today! Track has a meet in Stanberry, beginning at 3:45 PM. Baseball will play at 4:30 PM in Tarkio. Go Rockets!
The JH track meet in Tarkio for today has been CANCELLED. It will not be made up. Practice will be until 4:30 PM.
West Nodaway After Prom 2021: A Night Among the Stars
Congratulations Gia McGinness for earning 100 AR points to be our Principal for the Day!👏🏻
A BIG shout out to our paraprofessionals today! We are so grateful for all that they do for our kiddos!! Thank you Brenda, Kate, Angie, and Kristi!
Reminder: The first Nodaway Valley Booster Club meeting will take place tonight at Pizza Hut in Maryville, beginning at 6:30 PM. Hope to see you there.
Make plans to attend West Nodaway's production of "Spy School" on Saturday, April 10th in the high school gym! The time to reserve dinner theater tickets has elapsed, but don't worry! You can still purchase show-only tickets at the door for only $5.00. For those who have reserved dinner theater tickets, doors will open at 5:30 PM, dinner begins at 6:00 PM, and the play will start at 7:00 PM. Dessert will be served during intermission. Our cast and crew have been working hard, and we look forward to seeing you!
A few more pictures of our great day in kindergarten
Kindergarten was super busy today! We wrote the room (CVC) words, counted the room, invisible writing of heart words, and went on an egg hunt!! So much fun!
Good luck to our JH track team as they travel to Mound City today. The meet will begin at 4:00 PM.
Also, good luck to our JV/V baseball teams. They will play at Northeast Nodaway, beginning at 4:30 PM. Go Rockets!
6th Grade Parents: Drama Club is looking for help serving dinner at the school play on Saturday, April (CORRECTED DATE). Please check email for details!
Don't forget! The first official Nodaway Valley Booster Club meeting will take place on Wednesday at Pizza Hut in Maryville, beginning at 6:30 PM. We hope to see you there.
In 5th grade, this week has been all about aerodynamics, making predictions, testing, modifying and recording results. Team 1 measured distance of flight and Team 2 measured the time of flight. Jayden won the distance with a whopping 10 meters and Will won time, 4 seconds!
Third Grade did reader's theaters today about a fable from ancient Roman times, Androcles and the Lion.
Hot off the press! Check out April's edition of The Rocket Review. https://www.smore.com/1fpb3
Preschool enjoyed painting Easter eggs today and making bunny paintings. Then they enjoyed an Easter egg hunt.
These K and 1st grade students used the Stars they earned for good behavior to purchase an “Eat with Principal” coupon at the Rocket Shop! We had such a great time with music, special lights, and great conversation!🙌🏻
The West Nodaway Board of Education will hold a special session/community forum TONIGHT at 6:00 PM in the media center. Questions will be answered in regard to the April 6th levy question that will be voted on by district patrons. An agenda is posted on the school website (www.wnrockets.com) under Menu > Documents > Board of Education. If you'd like to watch the live meeting, please use the following link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpgirvS6LAKYSlkla11oSLA/live
Good luck to the following West Nodaway students today:
- District FFA Soils Team: Competing in Trenton at 2:30 PM
- JH Cheer Try-Outs at 3:00 PM
- JV/V Baseball: Playing DeKalb at Home at 4:30 PM
- Varsity Scholar Bowl: Top Eight Tournament in Jefferson
Go Rockets!
Reminder: Junior high cheer try-outs for the 2021-2022 season will be held today, beginning at 3:00 PM. Good luck, girls!
Reminder: No school at WN from April 1st - April 5th. Classes resume on April 6th. Happy Easter!
West Nodaway has night custodian position open!
Middle school students are invited to "Open Cabin Night" from 4:30-6:30 PM tomorrow! Students needing to stay after school are welcome to do so. They just need to tell Mrs. Steinman tomorrow, if that’s the case!
Reminder: The West Nodaway Board of Education will hold a special session/community forum tomorrow evening at 6:00 PM in the media center. Questions will be answered in regard to the April 6th levy question that will be voted on by district patrons. An agenda is posted on the school website (www.wnrockets.com) under Menu > Documents > Board of Education. If you'd like to watch the live meeting, please use the following link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpgirvS6LAKYSlkla11oSLA/live
Congratulations to Duke Ingraham for making 1st Team All-Conference HS Scholar Bowl! Way to go, Duke! Way to go, Rockets!
This afternoon, the West Nodaway junior high and high school track teams will travel to Worth County and Lathrop, respectively. Good luck to all of our athletes!
Good luck to our JV/V baseball teams this evening. They will play South Holt at home, beginning at 4:30 PM. Go Rockets!
2021-2022 Junior High Cheer Try-Outs (Part 2): Wednesday, March 31st at West Nodaway, beginning at 3:30 PM.
Good luck to our varsity baseball team! They will play Northland Christian at home today, beginning at 4:30 PM. Go Rockets!
The Tarkio JH Quad track meet originally scheduled for 4/09 will now be held on 4/08. Sorry for any inconvenience!
Reminder: Middle School Event - Wednesday from 4:30-6:30 PM. Pizza, Movie, Open Gym, Board Games!
Reminder: The West Nodaway Board of Education will hold a special session/community forum Wednesday night at 6:00 PM in the media center. Questions will be answered in regard to the April 6th levy question that will be voted on by district patrons. An agenda is posted on the school website (www.wnrockets.com) under Menu > Documents > Board of Education.
Mrs. Cindy Whitney has graciously donated over $300 in Pampered Chef items, and West Nodaway's National Honor Society chapter will be selling raffle tickets! Please contact any junior and senior National Honor Society member for tickets. You can purchase one ticket for $2.00, or three tickets for $5.00. All proceeds will go towards Briley's Heart Cart! Join us in raising donations for a locally-started foundation. The drawing will be held on April 15th!
Email our National Honor Society sponsors, Jennifer Downing (jdowning@wnrockets.com), or Linda Babcock (lbabcock@wnrockets.com), with questions!
If anyone is interested in purchasing a West Nodaway cheer clinic t-shirt, please call Tayne at (660) 725-3317. They are $10/each, and the available sizes are as follows: 1 Adult Large, 1 Youth Small, 1 Youth Large, 1 Youth Extra Large.
Good luck to our HS track team as they travel to Worth County this afternoon for their first meet. The meet will begin at 3:30 PM.
The time is running out to reserve your dinner theater tickets for our April 10th show! Call Tayne (6607253317) before 3:10 PM today.
West Nodaway's eighth grade class was able to tour Northwest Technical School in Maryville to learn about career and technical education courses available to them in high school.
Reminder: High school and junior high cheer tryouts for the 2021-2022 football and basketball season will be held today at Nodaway-Holt. The bus will leave West Nodaway at 3:15 PM.
The JV/V baseball game against DeKalb that was originally scheduled for 4/02 has been moved to 3/31.
Congratulations Andrew Wilmes for earning 100 AR points to be Principal of the Day!👏🏻
The high school baseball game for tonight has been postponed. The make-up date is TBD.
Reminder: Tomorrow is the last day to reserve your dinner theater tickets for "Spy School" on April 10th! Call Tayne at (660) 725-3317 with questions!
All middle school students are invited to the Student Council event on Wednesday, March 31st!
Cindy Whitney has donated over $300 in Pampered Chef items, and National Honor Society will be selling raffle tickets! Please ask Juniors and Senior NHS members for tickets. You can purchase one ticket for $2.00, or three tickets for $5.00. All proceeds will go towards Briley's Heart Cart! Join us in raising donations for a locally started foundation.
There will be an extra cheer tryout practice from 3:20-4:00 PM today in the commons. It is not mandatory!
The high school track meet scheduled for today has been postponed.
The West Nodaway R-I School District has an opening for a Special Education Paraprofessional for the 2021-2022 school year. We are seeking a dedicated individual to be a full-time, 1:1 paraprofessional. Qualifications for the position include: 60 credit hours and successful completion of background check. Please submit application, current resume with at least 3 references, and copies of current transcripts to: Mrs. Dana Barnes, SPED Director by email to dbarnes@wnrockets.com. Complete application at www.wnrockets.com. From the main page click on Menu, then JOBS tab, then SUPPORT STAFF FORMS, and then SUPPORT STAFF APPLICATION for a PDF fillable file.
Reminder: Dinner Theater Reservations for "Spy School" are due on Friday, March 26th. The play is on April 10th. See website "News" section for more information!
Congratulations to the following students for earning a "Perfect Third Quarter." These students had perfect attendance, no tardies, and no discipline. They will receive a special lunch on Monday, March 29th. Students are Tye Hoyt, Grey Hunt, Walker Thompson, Ellie Wilmes, Eva Comstock, Haylee Dawson, Tyler Gray, Cooper Snodderley, Ben Cordell, Reganne Fast, Ava Graham, Lane Larabee, Savanna Marriott, Ella Grace, Sydney Marriott, Keevin Maupin, Brandt McHugh, Trace Coate, Will Cordell, Hunter Dawson, Dawson Fast, Riley Linville, Peyton Stahl, Kayanna Steffey, Abby Bragg, Duke Ingraham, and Jon Rohr!
Nodaway Valley Booster Club Meeting: Wednesday, April 7th at 6:30 PM at Pizza Hut in Maryville. Hope to see you there!
High school and junior high cheer tryouts for the 2021-2022 football and basketball season will be held Friday, March 26th at Nodaway-Holt. The bus will leave West Nodaway at 3:15 PM. Optional practice tonight from 4:30-5:30 PM.
Easter break is quickly approaching! West Nodaway will not be in session on April 1st, April 2nd, or April 5th. School will resume as normal on Tuesday, April 6th.
Congratulations Cash Hull for earning Principal of the Day!! 👏🏻
4' Children's Picnic Table built by the Ag Power & Technology class for sale for $50! Contact Mrs. Honan or Tayne in the high school office if you're interested!
Don't forget to reserve your dinner theater tickets for West Nodaway's production of "Spy School!" Call (660) 725-3317, or you can also email Tayne (tfast@wnrockets.com) or Ms. Wennihan (bwennihan@wnrockets.com). Please include names and entree choices!
Parents of Students Grades 3-8: Please see the attached letter from Mrs. Snead about MAP testing, along with helpful test-taking tips!
Students got busy power writing in Mrs. Honan's Animal Science class.
Mark your calendars! NHS sponsored BLOOD DRIVE April 19th 2-7 pm at the American Legion in Burlington Junction! Please consider donating since blood levels are low!
Congratulations to Ms. Elliett Jones for earning 100 AR Points to be Principal of the Day!!
Good luck to our varsity Scholar Bowl team this evening. They will compete at Northeast Nodaway, beginning at 4:30 PM.
High school and junior high cheer tryouts for the 2021-2022 football and basketball seasons will be held Friday, March 26th. Ms. Grossman will hold a mandatory practice TODAY, March 22nd from 4:30-5:30 PM (after track). Optional practice Wednesday, March 24th from 4:30-5:30 PM.
Good luck to our varsity baseball team today! They will play King City at home, beginning at 4:30 PM. Go Rockets!
The West Nodaway Board of Education will hold a Special Session/Community Forum on Wed., March 31st @ 6:00 p.m. in the school media center. An agenda is posted under menu/docs/BOE on the WN website.
Congratulations Charley Stahl on earning Principal of the Day!!
Third Grade third quarter awards!
Make plans to attend West Nodaway's production of Spy School!
Congratulations to the West Nodaway High School Scholar Bowl team for going undefeated at tonight's meet at home! Way to go Rockets!!!
After Prom Pitch Tournament: Tomorrow at St. Benedict's Catholic Church in Burlington Junction, beginning at 5:30 PM. Cost is $6.00 per person, or $10.00 per team. See the "News" section of our school website for more information!
The West Nodaway R-I School District has an opening for an Elementary Classroom Teacher for the 2021-2022 school year. Please submit a letter of interest, current resume with at least 3 references, and copies of current transcripts and certifications to: Mrs. Dana Barnes, PK-5 Principal, West Nodaway R-I School District, 17665 US Hwy 136,PO Box 260, Burlington Jct., MO 64428 or by email to dbarnes@wnrockets.com. An online application maybe completed at www.wnrockets.com. From the main page click on Menu, then JOBS tab, then CERTIFIED STAFF FORMS, and then PROFESSIONAL STAFF APPLICATION for a PDF fillable file. The position will be open until filled.
Spring testing is quickly approaching! Check out the "News" section of our website for complete schedules.
Good luck to our varsity Scholar Bowl team this evening. They will compete at West Nodaway today, beginning at 4:30 PM. Go Rockets!
Opening a book box full of books to give away to students brings Mrs. Grace joy! Especially when this haul was possible because of the kindness of community contributions! Thank You! These books will keep our Treasure Books incentive stocked and kiddos happy! Keep reading! 💙
Eighth grade students will tour Northwest Technical School in Maryville tomorrow, March 19th, from 8:00-10:45 AM. Emails have been sent to students and parents with information regarding the tours.
🍀Happy St. Patricks’s Day!🍀
Preschool had fun making Leprechauns today.
Congratulations Gentry on earning 100 AR points to be Principal for the Day!
Reminder: BJ Blazers Baseball Sign-Ups Tomorrow, 5:00-7:00 PM in West Nodaway Commons. See "News" section of school website for more information!
HS Scholar Bowl meet tomorrow 3/16 at South Holt in Oregon at 4:30! Bus leaves at 3:30. Spectators are allowed and masks are recommended.
Winter Sports Banquet - Tonight at 6:00 PM in Commons! JH Girls/JH Cheerleaders: Vegetable Dish, JH/HS Boys: Salad (Pasta, Vegetable, Etc.), HS Girls/HS Cheerleaders/Managers: Desserts. Booster Club will provide drinks, tableware, meat, and buns for the evening. We look forward to seeing you!
Don't forget! After Prom will be hosting another pitch tournament on Saturday, March 20th at St. Benedict's Catholic Church in Burlington Junction. Start time is 5:30 PM. $6.00 Per Person or $10.00 Per Team. Snacks and drinks available for purchase! If you have any questions, please call Kelli Estes Graham at (660) 582-9398, or Nissa Ingraham at (660) 541-2333.
There will be no classes at Northwest Technical School on Monday, March 15th. NTS students must report to West Nodaway by 10:46 AM.
Pop Tab Challenge! If you have pop tabs that you would like to donate to our school for this challenge, please send all tabs to the elementary office.
Don't forget! The JH/HS Winter Sports Banquet will be held on Monday, March 15th at 6:00 PM in the commons. All JH/HS basketball players, cheerleaders, and managers will be honored for their hard work this season. Parents are invited to attend!
Don't forget that tomorrow is picture day! SCH Photo will be here for PK-12th grade casual pictures, as well as JH/HS spring sports and activities.
Parents of Current 7th and 11th Graders: If you are interested in the immunization clinic on 3/18, please return your permission forms to the office by Friday!
Parents of JH/HS basketball players, cheerleaders, and managers, please see the image for more details about the upcoming winter sports banquet.
If you are interested in purchasing a West Nodaway rally towel from After Prom, please stop by the elementary or high school office! $5.00 each while supplies last!
BJ Blazers Baseball Sign-Ups: Wednesday, March 17th from 5:00-7:00 PM in the West Nodaway Commons. See "News" sections of school website for details!
Baseball practice is at the baseball field today @ 3:30.
Clearmont Baseball Sign-Ups: Thursday from 3:30-6:00 PM in the elementary. See "News" section of website for details!
More information about Prom tuxedo rental from Something Borrowed.
HS Scholar Bowl meet in Jefferson, tomorrow, Monday 3/8!!! Bus leaving at 3:45 p.m. Jefferson is a mask mandate school but they are allowing spectators with masks.
NHS had a busy week last week counting money! Thank you to all of the parents and students that brought money in support of the Leukemia Lymphoma Society! They were able to raise over $850!
1st graders under the rainbow!
Ending out our Read Across America week with this great staff under the rainbow!
Kindergarten under the rainbow!
Third Grade has sure loved being able to get outside this week!!
Third Grade had a great Read Across America week!!!
Northwest Technical School Students: NTS will still be in session on Monday. The bus will run as normal.
Reminder: No School on Monday, March 8th, due to staff development. Have a great three-day weekend, Rockets!
Kindergarten made listening ears in Counseling after reading the book “Why Should I Listen” with Miss Dye!
Reminder: Rosemary Stiens with Something Borrowed, formerly Shannon Renee's, will be at West Nodway on Monday, March 15th at 2:45 PM to measure anyone interested in renting a tux for prom. See images for pricing information.
Preschool has enjoyed Read Across America week!
Sophomores toured Northwest Technical School to learn about career and technical education courses available to them next year. Our current students even showed them the ropes!
It's been a reading rainbow of fun in our elementary this week! #ReadAcrossAmerica
We have had 10 minutes of Drop Everything And Read time every morning this week to celebrate Read Across America. What a relaxing schoolwide reading time!
More photos from our daily DEAR time this week! #ReadAcrossAmerica
Hey Elementary! Bust out your blue for Friday! Rocket blue, Royals blue, navy blue...whatever shade of blue you love! Purple works too! Last day of Read Across America week! Pick out a blue or purple book and read!
Reminder: The West Nodaway Open Alumni basketball tournament will take place this Saturday, Mach 6th. Games begin at 8:00 AM. Concessions will be available, and the community is invited to attend!
Spectators are allowed at the Stewartsville Varsity Scholar Bowl meet this evening. Rooms are small, so they're asking to please limit to only a couple of spectators per student. Masks are requested for parents.
Good luck to our varsity Scholar Bowl team as they compete in Stewartsville this evening at 4:30 PM! Go Rockets!
NHS "Change War" is still happening until Friday! All proceeds go to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Students can bring in money for their class. Whichever class brings in the most money wins
ICE CREAM SANDWICHES!
Thursday is the day to wear green for Read Across America week, Elementary Kiddos! Keep reading at home!!
Make plans to attend our high school play and dinner theater on Saturday, April 10th! Details to come!
Mt. Tabor 4-H is collecting pull tabs to donate to the Ronald McDonald House. This charity provides a home away from home for families of critically ill children. Please consider donating your tabs. Please drop off pull tabs at the West Nodaway School.
Reminder: The West Nodaway Board of Education will hold a special session/community forum TONIGHT at 6:00 PM in the media center. Questions will be answered in regard to the April 6th levy question that will be voted on by district patrons. An agenda is posted on the school website (www.wnrockets.com) under Menu > Documents > Board of Education.
If you'd like to watch the live meeting, please use the following link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpgirvS6LAKYSlkla11oSLA/live
Preschool made rainbows for their snack today.
Preschool read Green Eggs and Ham today and then made green cloud play dough.
Preschool read Green Eggs and Ham today and then made green cloud play dough.
Sophomores will tour Northwest Technical School in Maryville tomorrow, March 3rd, from 8:00-10:45 AM, and 8th grade will take their tour on Friday, March 19th from 8:00-10:45 AM. Emails have been sent to students and parents with information regarding the tours.
Rosemary Steins, with Something Borrowed (formerly Shannon Renee's), will be here on Monday, March 15th at 2:45 PM to measure anyone interested in renting a tux for Prom.
Mark you calendars! Next Friday, March 12th, SCH Photo will be here to photograph PK-12th grade casual pictures, as well as JH/HS spring sports.
Reminder: The West Nodaway Board of Education will hold a special session/community forum on Wednesday, March 3rd at 6:00 PM in the school media center. Questions will be answered in regard to the April 6th levy question that will be voted on by district patrons. An agenda is posted on the school website (www.wnrockets.com) under Menu > Documents > Board of Education.
Students Attending After Prom: Permission forms can be picked up in the high school office. They must be returned to Tayne by Monday, March 22nd.
Don't forget to check out The Rocket Review, our monthly newsletter, for important school information and upcoming events. Go Rockets!
https://www.smore.com/bp57k
Our "Many Colored Days of Reading" for Read Across America starts Monday in the Elementary! Wear red to school tomorrow and read a book with a red cover!
NHS is sponsoring a “Change War” starting tomorrow!
March 1st-5th
We are donating all proceeds to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Students can bring in money for their class. Whichever class brings in the most money wins
ICE CREAM SANDWICHES!
Hot off the press! Check out the Rocket Review for the month of March.
https://www.smore.com/bp57k
Curious about calendar dates for the 2021-2022 school year? Next year's full calendar can be found under Menu > Documents > School Calendars.
Don't forget to make plans to attend the FFA Community Breakfast this Sunday at the Burlington Junction American Legion building. Breakfast will be served from 8:00-12:00 PM. Free will donation!
Congratulations to our newly-elected junior high FFA members: President - Patience Smith, Vice President - Tillie Kent, Secretary - Jaylee Wynn, Treasurer - Kaden Reynolds, Reporter - Eva Comstock, Sentinel - Walker Johnson!
High School Drama Club Play Practice Schedule (March + April)
REMINDER: West Nodaway's After Prom Committee will be hosting a pitch tournament this Saturday, February 27th at St. Benedict's Catholic Church in Burlington Junction! $6.00/person, or $10.00/team. Start time is 5:30 PM. Sandwiches, snacks, desserts, and drinks will be available for purchase. If you have any questions, please call Kelli Estes Graham at (660) 582-9398, or Nissa Ingraham at (660) 541-2333.
Mark your calendars: West Nodaway will be holding an immunization clinic on March 18th at 1:00 PM for all current 7th and 11th graders who are interested in completing vaccinations for the 2021-2022 school year. Permission slips will be mailed home! Contact Kelli Hoyt at (660) 725-4126 with any questions.
Next week the Elementary will celebrate Read Across America and Dr. Seuss' birthday with our Many Colored Days of Reading! See the flyer for the dress up color of the day and celebrate at home by reading with your children!
MS/HS Parent-Teacher Conferences: Tonight from 4:00-7:00 PM. Come and go as needed. See you then!
The West Nodaway Board of Education will hold a Special Session/Community Forum on Wed., March 3rd @ 6:00 p.m. in the school media center. An agenda is posted under menu/docs/BOE on the WN website.
FFA Week Dress-Up Days: All middle and high school students and staff are invited to participate!
Good luck to our varsity boys this evening. They will play in Mound City, beginning at 6:00 PM. Go Rockets!
Good luck to our varsity girls basketball team as they compete in the first round of the District Tournament this evening. They will play at Nodaway-Holt this evening. Game time is 6:00 PM. Go Rockets!
Don't forget! MS/HS parent-teacher conferences will be held on Wednesday from 4:00-7:00 PM in individual classrooms. We look forward to seeing you!
Gettin’ pumped up for the Elementary Basketball Tournament this weekend!! 🏀 See you all tomorrow!!
Open Community Forum: On Wednesday, March 3rd @ 6:00 p.m. in the school media center there will be a community forum to answer questions in regard to the April 6th levy question that will be voted on by
district patrons.
We have rocked 100 days of Kindergarten !!
What a challenging year we have had but “we have stuck together for 100 days!” So lucky to spend the first 100 days with this group of kiddos! Let’s finish strong!!
Some activities on the 100th day!
5th grade had a guest reader today and man it wore him out!
We had a very busy day but had a blast celebrating 100 days of Preschool. These kids are amazing.
WN Elementary has some very special guest today for the 100th day of school! So grateful to be in school!!🚀
Congratulations Quincy on earning 100 AR Points to be Principal for the Day!
Preschoolers love the 100th Day of school!
Good luck to our varsity basketball team as they travel to Northeast Nodaway this evening. Game time is 6:00 PM.
Thank you to the elementary staff for staying to decorate for Spirit Week! So excited for the kids to see the building tomorrow! Go Rockets! 🚀
Due to conflicting state FFA contest dates, West Nodaway's Prom has been moved to Saturday, April 17th.
Good luck to our JV/V basketball teams. They will travel to Rock Port this evening. Game time is 5:15 PM. Go Rockets!
It's the time of year again! MS/HS parent-teacher conferences will take place next Wednesday, February 24th, from 4:00-7:00 PM. All parents are welcome to stop by for a visit! Conferences will be held in classrooms, and grade cards can be picked up at the door.
Spread the word! West Nodaway's After Prom will be hosting pitch tournaments on Saturday, February 27th and Saturday, March 20th at St. Benedict's Catholic Church in Burlington Junction, beginning at 5:30 PM. The cost is $6.00 per person, and $10.00 per team. Snacks will be available for purchase!
Bus Route #4, Rhonda's bus will run on black top only Wed, Feb 17th through Fri., Feb 19th. Regular route will resume Mon., Feb 22nd.
The American Legion Unit 315 Junior Auxiliary is hosting a Bake Sale during the February 16th home basketball game. Proceeds will be used to send care packages to two active platoons. Thank you for sponsoring this service project.
The American Legion Unit 315 Junior Auxiliary is hosting a Bake Sale during the February 16th home basketball game. Proceeds will be used to send care packages to two active platoons. Thank you for sponsoring this service project.
Our Rocket Pride Spirit Week will proceed as follows when we return to school this week:
Wednesday - Going on Vacation: Wear what you would wear on your dream vacation.
Thursday - 100th Day of School: Dress like you are 100 years old.
Friday - ROCKET PRIDE DAY!!!!!!
There will be no school Tuesday, Feb 16th @ West Nodaway R-I due to wind chill. This will be an AMI/ online learning day.
The West Nodaway Board of Education will hold a special/work session on Wednesday, February 17, 2021 @ 6:30 pm in the school media center. The agenda is posted under menu/docs on the WN website.
1st Grade Valentine’s Day Fun!
No school for West Nodaway R-I on Monday, Feb 15th 2021 due to cold weather. There is no online learning Monday. Stay warm and safe.
That’s a wrap on Valentine’s party 2021-4th Grade💕
That’s a wrap on Valentine’s party 2021-4th Grade💕
That’s a wrap on Valentine’s party 2021-4th Grade💕
That’s a wrap on Valentine’s party 2021-4th Grade💕
Oh the fun we had today! And this was only 8:30!
Kindergarten had some awesome Valentine boxes!
Kindergarten had some awesome Valentine boxes!
The Booster Club is also asking for donations to help make our elementary basketball tournament a success! Please see the letter below for needed items:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1t8Uz0VOVOmQ8cbFk2xBwzimdJrYTLGxl/view?usp=sharing
Preschool had a great time celebrating Valentine’s Day! ❤️💖
Preschool had a great time celebrating Valentine’s Day! ❤️💖
The West Nodaway Elementary Basketball Tournament is quickly approaching, and Booster Club is seeking help with concessions! If you are interested, please sign up on the spreadsheet below:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jbxBX1ujlnERTgzhxyBLMzVkIrlBTEm3kN3L26_THto/edit?usp=sharing
The game scheduled at Rock Port tonight has been postponed to Wednesday, Feb. 17th starting with JV boys at 5:15. Varsity girls and boys to follow.
Reminder: School will be in session on Monday, February 15th for a make-up day.
The Vo-Tech bus will not go to Maryville Friday, Feb 12th. Vo-Tech students please report to school at the beginning of 4th hour.
The varsity basketball game this Friday at Rock Port has been moved up to 5:00 PM. Varsity girls will start at 5:00 PM, followed by varsity boys.
Next week is Rocket Pride week and the 100th day of school! Elementary Student Council is sponsoring some dress up days!!
In person classes are cancelled for West Nodaway R-I on Tue., Feb 9th, 2021. This will be an AMI day. Student assignments are posted in google classroom. PK-1 work was sent home Friday.
For the week of February 8th through the 12th, bus 4, Rhonda's bus will run on blacktop only.
The varsity boys game at Clarinda Academy scheduled for tonight has been canceled. There will be no practices held.
The game tonight at Clarinda Academy is now cancelled. There will be no make up date.
The varsity boys game at Clarinda Academy will be played tonight. 5:30 PM tip off. (Varsity boys only) All fans are required to wear masks and to sit on the North side of the bleachers.
Reminder: Tomorrow is the last day to sign up for FBLA's Valentine Grams! Sign up in either office. $1.00 each! You can send any student or staff member a personalized message, along with a Crush soda. Delivery will be Friday, February 12th.
Today's the day....the Blood Drive is at the American Legion in Burlington Junction from 2-7 pm! Your donation is critical to have!
Athletic Week At A Glance: Feb. 8th-13th
Monday: Varsity boys basketball at Clarinda Academy; 5:30 PM tip off. Bus leaves at 4:15 PM.
Tuesday: Varsity girls and boys at home vs Northland Christian; 6:00 PM tip off.
Friday: JV boys/Varsity Basketball at Rock Port. 5:15 PM for 2 qtrs of JV boys. Varsity girls at 6:00 PM, varsity boys to follow. Bus at 4:15 PM.
In person classes are cancelled for West Nodaway R-I on Feb., 8th 2021. This will be an AMI day. Parents please see your email. Student assignments are posted in google classroom. PK-1 work was sent home Friday.
Just a reminder....the FFA sponsored Blood Drive is Monday, February 8th, 2-7 pm, at the American Legion building in Burlington Junction. Your donation is NEEDED!
1st graders cheer on Chiefs.
Go Chiefs!!!
We had such an awesome day today! We came in singing to the red kingdom, dropped everything to “Reid” for the Super Bowl win and ended our day with contest winners and Patrick Mahomes hair-dos ❤️
We had such an awesome day today! We came in singing to the red kingdom, dropped everything to “Reid” for the Super Bowl win and ended our day with contest winners and Patrick Mahomes hair-dos ❤️
We had such an awesome day today! We came in singing to the red kingdom, dropped everything to “Reid” for the Super Bowl win and ended our day with contest winners and Patrick Mahomes hair-dos ❤️
We had such an awesome day today! We came in singing to the red kingdom, dropped everything to “Reid” for the Super Bowl win and ended our day with contest winners and Patrick Mahomes hair-dos ❤️
We had such an awesome day today! We came in singing to the red kingdom, dropped everything to “Reid” for the Super Bowl win and ended our day with contest winners and Patrick Mahomes hair-dos ❤️
We had such an awesome day today! We came in singing to the red kingdom, dropped everything to “Reid” for the Super Bowl win and ended our day with contest winners and Patrick Mahomes hair-dos ❤️
We had such an awesome day today! We came in singing to the red kingdom, dropped everything to “Reid” for the Super Bowl win and ended our day with contest winners and Patrick Mahomes hair-dos ❤️
We had such an awesome day today! We came in singing to the red kingdom, dropped everything to “Reid” for the Super Bowl win and ended our day with contest winners and Patrick Mahomes hair-dos ❤️
Third grade made a graph of their predictions for who will win the big game! We also learned some Superbowl history and got our bodies moving!!
Third grade made a graph of their predictions for who will win the big game! We also learned some Superbowl history and got our bodies moving!!
Third grade made a graph of their predictions for who will win the big game! We also learned some Superbowl history and got our bodies moving!!
Parents: Students are bringing home Chomebooks this weekend, due to a potential AMI day on Monday.
“DROP EVERYTHING AND REID (Read) FOR THE WIN” was a huge success in the elementary today! GO Chiefs!
Preschoolers know what day it is...Red Friday! Go Chiefs!!! 💛❤️💛❤️💛
Preschool enjoyed Drop Everything and Read time today!
Second grade shows their Game Faces! Go Chiefs!
Tomorrow's Dress-Up Day - "Fantastic Friday: Red Friday!"
Correction: Game time tonight is 6:00 PM for varsity girls and JV boys vs. Clarinda.
The theme night for tonight's game is "Neon Night!" Dress in neon colors to show your Rocket pride!
Join us in showing your appreciation to our Counselor, Lori Snead. Thank you for all that you do for us at West Nodaway! ♥️
Go Chiefs!
Tomorrow's Dress-Up Day - "Throwback Thursday: Wear your vintage Chiefs gear, or animal print!"
WN Elementary Teachers Have Super Spirit!
Door Decoration @ WN - Super Bowl Spirit Week!
If you are interested in helping out with the concession stand at the West Nodaway Elementary Basketball Tournament, please use this link to sign up! Booster Club appreciates any help!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jbxBX1ujlnERTgzhxyBLMzVkIrlBTEm3kN3L26_THto/edit?usp=sharing
Door Decorating Contest @ WN! Judging Thursday!
West Nodaway is seeking applicants for a varsity baseball coach for the 2021 spring season. If interested, please contact our athletic director, Brandon Phipps, at (660) 725-3317, or bphipps@wnrockets.com.
West Nodaway's High School Student Council will be hosting a Sadie Hawkins semi-formal on Friday, February 19th from 8:00-11:00 PM. Please see the image for more information!
Congratulations to West Nodaway junior, Piper Hunt, for being named to the "All Tournament Team" at the Northwest Missouri Basketball Tournament. Go Rockets!
Tomorrow's Dress-Up Day - "Winning Wednesday: Represent the Chiefs or your favorite team!"
Congratulations to our West Nodaway Spelling Bee winners: Tommy Holcomb (1st), Ben Cordell (2nd), Garrett Carpenter (1st Alternate), and Bella Walker (2nd Alternate)! Tommy and Ben will spell at the Nodaway County Bee on February 10th at Northeast Nodaway, and all four winners will attend. Great job, Rockets!
Don't forget to purchase an FBLA Valentine Gram before next Tuesday! Sign up in either office. $1.00 each! You can send any student or staff member a personalized message, along with a Crush soda. Delivery will be Friday, February 12th.
Good luck to our JV/V basketball teams this evening! They will play South Holt at home, beginning at 5:30 PM. The theme for tonight's game is "Western Night!" Show your Rocket pride by dressing like you're in the "Wild West." Go Rockets!
Preschool spent last week learning about the letter L. So we ended it with making lions and singing “Roar Like a Lion”.
Reminder: Super Bowl Spirit Week kicks off in the morning with "Tailgate Tuesday!" Wear hats and sunglasses.
Tomorrow's theme night for our home basketball game against South Holt is "Western Night!" Show your pride and dress like you're in the wild west.
Senior Reminder: Jostens will be here on Wednesday at 8:45 AM for graduation deliveries. They have mailed home balances for each student, which can be paid with money order or cash. No checks please!
Kindergarten did an amazing job during their penguin program!
Reminder: The weight room is open for community use, beginning today. If you are interested, please call Cheryl for more information, or to pay your monthly fee (660-725-4613).
February Rocket Review 📰 🚀
https://www.smore.com/nwm9p
Mark your calendar....FFA Sponsored Blood Drive February 8th, 2-7 pm, at the American Legion in Burlington Junction! Hope to see you there!
Reminder: There will be no school at West Nodaway on Monday, February 1st, due to a staff development day. No NTS.
Northwest Missouri Basketball Tournament: Day Two Results + Day Three Information
Join us for "Super Bowl Spirit Week" February 2nd-5th!
West Nodaway will be in session on Monday, February 15th for a make-up day.
Don't forget about the "Half Time Half-Court Shot Fundraiser" taking place each night of the tournament this week! Pay $1.00 per shot, and if you score, you win a prize. All proceeds will go to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Nodaway County. Congratulations to James Graham, our big winner last night!
A big congratulations to West Nodaway senior, Tyler Blay, for being named to the Fairfax" All-Tournament" team! Go Rockets!
If you're interested in participating in our mascot contest, you still have time! Send your drawings in by Friday to be considered!
Senior Parents: Jostens will deliver senior orders Wednesday, February 3rd at 8:45 AM. They will mail home any balances due. Can pay with cash or money order. No checks please.
Please see the updated letter from Booster Club. They are seeking help with donations for our upcoming elementary basketball tournaments.
Northwest Missouri Basketball Tournament - Updated 1/28
West Nodaway After Prom will be holding a raffle for a NWMSU quilt, as well as an indoor/outdoor bench or coffee table. Please see the image for updated information and details!
The updated tournament schedule has been posted on Facebook. WN girls play tonight at 7:30 PM, followed by WN boys at 9:00 PM.
There will be no school Wednesday, January 27th @ West Nodaway R-I.
Northwest Missouri Basketball Tournament Pool Play Schedule - Newest Updated Copy (1/26)
There will be no school Tuesday, January 26th for West Nodaway R-I. Stay safe!
There will be no school today January 25th, 2021 @ West Nodaway R-I. No Vo-Tech.
The bracket for the Northwest Missouri Basketball Tournament has been updated. Please see image for changes.
Athletic Week At A Glance: Northwest Missouri Tournament.
Note: The bracket has been adjusted due to a team being quarantined over the weekend. The boys side of the bracket will now be pool play.
Monday: 1/25
Boys Varsity: West Nodaway vs North Nodaway; 6:00 PM
Girls Varsity: Worth County vs West Nodaway; 7:30 PM
Tuesday: 1/26
Girls Varsity: Nodaway Holt vs West Nodaway; 4:30 PM
Thursday: 1/28
Boys Varsity: West Nodaway vs Worth County; 7:30 PM
Friday: 1/29- 5:00, 6:30, 8:00
Girls consolation, 3rd place, and championship
Saturday: 1/30- 5:00, 6:30, 8:00
Boys consolation, 3rd place, and championship.
West Nodaway PBS Reboot Boot Camp taught by 5th grade students.
Alphabet work while "building" rockets!
Good luck to our JV/V basketball teams as they travel to Osborn this evening. JV will begin at 4:45 PM, varsity will follow at 6:00 PM.
Tomorrow, our varsity team will play in Albany at 3:00 PM. Go Rockets!
Students, Parents, and Patrons:
Last night the joint COOP advisory committee from West Nodaway and Nodaway-Holt met and determined the following in regard to the sports COOP.
Name: Nodaway Valley
Mascot: Thunder
Colors: Primary = Black, Secondary = Kelly Green, Accent = White.
We are now hosting a mascot design contest, with a HUGE prize for the winner! Please see the image for more information.
The West Nodaway Booster Club is asking for donation to help make our elementary basketball tournaments a success. Please see the attached image for more information. Go Rockets!
West Nodaway's After Prom will be hosting a fundraising raffle during the Northwest Missouri Basketball Tournament next week. See the attached images for more information and raffle items.
Thank you to Brian Hunt and Deanne Cordell for their beautiful donations.
West Nodaway will be participating in Red Friday tomorrow! Wear your Kansas City Chiefs gear! Go Chiefs!
Community Weight Room Members: The weight room will be open to the public again, beginning February 1st. Your monthly fee must be paid to Cheryl before use.
Good luck to our middle school Scholar Bowl team this evening! They will compete at Nodaway-Holt this evening, beginning at 4:30 PM. Go Rockets!
Osborn High School will be hosting a Homecoming dinner tomorrow night during the JV/V games against West Nodaway. All are invited to attend. Please see the attached image for more information.
The West Nodaway Student Council will be hosting a "Halftime Half-Court Shot Fundraiser" during the Northwest Missouri Tournament next week. It's just $1.00 per shot, and if you score, you win a prize! All proceeds will benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Nodaway County.
The JV game in Savannah will be played at the high school this evening. It will be live streamed at: Savannah Sports Network on YouTube.
A meeting with West Nodaway district administration and the parents of private school children with disabilities will be held on February 1st at 3:00 PM in the school library. Please see the image for more details.
Good luck to our JV boys this evening! They will play in Savannah at 6:00 PM. Go Rockets!
Good luck to our varsity basketball team, as they take on Nodaway-Holt this evening. Game time is 6:00 PM, and the bus will leave at 4:15 PM.
Good morning! Please see the attached letter from Dr. Barnes about our Title I Parent and Family Engagement Policy.
Athletic Week At A Glance: Jan 18th-Jan 24th
Tuesday: Varsity basketball at Nodaway Holt; 6:00 PM tip.
Wednesday: JV boys basketball at Savannah; 6:00 PM tip.
Friday: JV/V at Osborn; JV boys at 4:45 PM, Varsity starts at 6:00 PM.
Saturday: Varsity at Albany; 3:00 PM tip.
The Fairfax tournament scheduled for today has been postponed until Saturday at 1:00 PM- Boys Consolation- West Nodaway (HOME) vs. Nodaway Holt (VISITOR)
Some centers and play time in preschool!
There will be no school today, Friday, January 15th, 2021 for West Nodaway R-I. School will resume Tuesday, January 19th.
Updated Fairfax Tournament Bracket! Go Rockets!
Reminder: There will be no school on Monday, January 18th! Have a great three-day weekend, Rockets!
Good luck to our middle school Scholar Bowl team! They will compete at West Nodaway this evening, beginning at 4:30 PM. Go Rockets!
Don't forget to join us tonight at Taco John's in Maryville from 5:00-7:00 PM. All you need to do is mention "West Nodaway After Prom" to the cashier, and 50% of your entire purchase will be given to the organization. Thank you for your support!
Please see the attached image concerning a meeting with the West Nodaway district administration and the parents of private school children with disabilities on January 19th at 3:30 PM.
Join us for a fundraiser to support West Nodaway's After Prom! Come to Taco John's in Maryville from 5:00-7:00 PM tomorrow evening, January 14th, and 50% of your entire purchase will be given to the organization. All you need to do is mention "West Nodaway After Prom" to the cashier! Thank you for your support!
Check out the updated Fairfax Tournament bracket after last night's games. Wish our varsity boys luck as they take on South Holt this evening at 6:00 PM. The girls will play tomorrow at 4:30 PM. Go Rockets!
A little bit of everything from awards assembly to Bill of Rights study and one last court warming spirit sign! Love these kiddos!
We got spirit, yes we do! 4th grade has spirit, how bout you??
Learning different math stations for some independent skill/fact practice :)
Persuasive writing calls for OREOS!
FBLA Valentine's Day Fundraiser: FBLA will be selling Crush soda "Valentine Grams" for $1.00 each. You can send any student or staff member a personalized message, along with a Crush soda. Print and return the attached form, or stop by either office! Orders are due by Tuesday, February 9th. Delivery will be Friday, February 12th.
Check out the updated Fairfax Tournament bracket! Girls play at 4:30 PM this evening against East Atchison, and the boys will play on Wednesday at 6:00 PM against South Holt.
Good luck to our varsity girls basketball team! They will play East Atchison this evening in Fairfax at 4:30 PM. The bus will leave at 3:10 PM. Go Rockets!
Mark your calendars! The next FFA-sponsored community blood drive will be held on Monday, February 8th from 2:00-7:00 PM at the Burlington Junction American Legion.
We are relaunching our Parents As Teachers program. If you, or someone you know has a child between the ages of 0-3 and would be interested in participating in this program, please let us know!
Elementary Parents: Please check your email for a Title I survey. The survey will be open until February 1st. Thank you!
Athletic Week At A Glance: Jan 11th-Jan 16th (Fairfax Tournament)
Monday: Varsity boys vs East Atchison; 7:30 PM. Bus at 5:30
Tuesday: Varsity girls vs East Atchison; 4:30 PM. Bus at 3:10.
Wednesday: Varsity Boys (Fairfax Tournament) TBD
Thursday: Varsity Girls (Fairfax Tournament) TBD
Friday: Varsity boys (Fairfax Tournament) TBD
Saturday: Varsity Girls (Fairfax tournament) TBD
The Fairfax Invitational Basketball Tournament kicks off next week. You can find the bracket under the "News" section of our website.
The elementary cheer clinic participants have had fun this week! Happy Courtwarming, Rockets!
Don't forget! After Prom Soup Supper tonight from 5:00-7:30 PM. Games begin at 6:00 PM. Come grab some supper and cheer on our Rockets to a victory!
Happy Courtwarming, Rockets! Varsity basketball will take on Union Star tonight at home, beginning at 6:00 PM. Coronation will follow the games.
5th-12th Grade Students, All Parents, and All Community Members: Please click the link below to complete our co-op mascot, color, and naming survey:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyHRlo15xDaa31IAyUXlu8fRKYwbH2UpAYlNtu2C8dlfIemg/viewform?usp=sf_link
Tomorrow's Courtwarming Theme: "Marvin the Martian, Home Planet" Dress in Rocket Gear
Courtwarming Game Night: Directly after coronation on Friday, until 11:30 PM. $3/person, $5/couple. Pizza, popcorn, candy, and drinks provided. All HS invited. See website for more info!
5th graders went on a long division scavenger hunt!
The JV boys basketball team will travel to Jefferson Saturday, Jan. 9th for a JV basketball Round Robbin.
JV Round Robin- January 9, 2021- At Jefferson (Platte Valley)
Location Time Game
Old Gym 9:30 AM West Nodaway vs Platte Valley Boys
Old Gym 10:45 AM West Nodaway vs Worth County Boys
Masks are required inside the doors at Jefferson.
Happy Courtwarming week from Gru and the minions! 💛💙
(Masks were only removed for a few seconds to snap this quick picture!)
Tomorrow's Courtwarming Theme: "Bugs Bunny, Named MVP" Dress in Sports Attire
Grade cards will be held for any unpaid TEAM balances. If your child has an unpaid TEAM balance, please pay these fees by this Friday, January 8. TEAM statements were emailed to parents today for those who have unpaid balances. Please call the elementary office if you have any questions!
Tomorrow's Courtwarming Theme: "Tweety and Sylvester!" Find Friend and Dress as Iconic Duo
Check out the Rocket Review for the month of January!
https://www.smore.com/n2yeh
After Prom Soup Supper - Friday, January 8th from 5:00-7:30 PM. Games begin at 6:00 PM. Come grab some supper and cheer on our Rockets to a victory!
Good luck to our JV/V basketball teams. They will play in Hopkins this evening at 5:15 PM. Go Rockets!
The West Nodaway Board of Education will hold a special session on Thursday, January 7, 2021 @ 6:00 pm in the school media center. The agenda is posted under menu/docs on the WN website.
Courtwarming dress-up week kicks off tomorrow! Tomorrow's theme is "Taz, Go Crazy!" Wear mismatched clothes. See you soon, Rockets!
We hope you had a happy and safe holiday! Classes will resume at West Nodaway tomorrow morning at 7:55 AM. Welcome back, Rockets!
Good luck to our varsity basketball teams as they take on East Atchison this evening at home. Game time is 6:00 PM. Go Rockets!
MS Scholar Bowl practice Tuesday 1/5 after school until 4:15!
MS Scholar Bowl meet in Osborn, Thursday 1/7!
Athletic Week At A Glance: Jan 4th-Jan 9th
Monday: Varsity basketball at home vs East Atchison; 6:00 PM
Tuesday: JV/Varsity basketball at North Nodaway; 5:15 PM
Friday: (Court warming) Varsity basketball at home vs Union Star; 6:00 PM
High School Student Council: Please don't forget, Courtwarming decorating will take place on Monday, January 4th at 1:00 PM in the commons.
Good luck to our varsity basketball teams as they take on North Harrison this evening at home! Game time is 6:00 PM. Go Rockets!
Merry Christmas from Preschool!
Fifth grade and kindergarten spent some time relaxing and reading in the library.
Fifth grade and kindergarten spent some time relaxing and reading in the library.
Christmas break is here! Have a very Merry Christmas! See you on January 5th, Rockets.
Don't forget - tonight's theme for our home basketball game is "Christmas Spirit." Get decked out in your most festive apparel, and come cheer on the Rockets!
Our 1/2 Day of Holiday Happiness!🎄🎅
Good luck to our varsity basketball teams as they take on St. Joe Christian this evening at home. Game time is 6:00 PM. Go Rockets!!
On the West Nodaway Express today Conductor Barnes delivers hot cocoa, candy canes, and punches the tickets of those who believe.
Do you believe?
https://youtu.be/jvtZPDM6IXw
Parents and Community Members: Please check your email, or follow the link below, for a co-op naming survey!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeXbD6OiBwyLwOfr5gl0LDvoNaRrs_hQwsE2rnRCBYlofTe0Q/viewform?usp=sf_link
Polar Express conductor @ WN this morning delivering cocoa and candy canes to the elementary students!
Preschool has been having some Christmas fun! This week we made gingerbread play dough, gingerbread men and decorated sugar cookies. 🎄
Day 14: Winter wonderland with boots, hats, scarves and sweaters!
Merry Christmas to our MS/HS students! They enjoyed a hot cocoa bar with fancy toppings provided by staff today before finals!
Good luck to our JV/V basketball teams as they travel to Mound City this evening! Click below for a link to the 275 Conference game day procedures.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1mw4-t3QHmBlD6ZwepbngV7SNEcVYhNbaOtjGnvhrr98/edit?usp=sharing
We had a very busy day yesterday at West Nodaway Elementary. When viewing the videos you may need to open them on a desktop or laptop computer.
Enjoy!
Christmas Concert: https://youtu.be/LhqW97CDjWQ
Formal Christmas Lunch: https://youtu.be/IdtC-dMSJF8
5th grade learned about plant stems and their purpose to carry nutrients to the leaves with celery, water and food coloring experiment.
One of my favorite Rocket traditions...Christmas Formal Lunch! Thank you to everyone that made today a success and PTO for the special desserts. The kids all looked amazing and really enjoyed their lunch.
Tomorrow is the last MS/HS holiday dress-up day. Put on your ugly sweaters and show your Christmas spirit! We can't wait to see what you all come up with!
Elementary Reminder: Tomorrow will be our last day of TEAM. Please call the elementary office to notify us of any changes in morning drop off or afternoon pick up. Thank you!
Good luck to our JV basketball team as they take on Sidney this evening at home. Game time is 6:00 PM. There will be four quarters of JV boys, followed by two extra quarters, for a total of six quarters. Go Rockets!
West Nodaway FFA played elves today as they donated 30 turkeys to the Nodaway County Sheriff's Office. Thank you to the law enforcement officers who help protect keep our communities safe.
5th graders brought out the picture books today during a lesson on making citations!
More Santa Spirit!
Day 12: Santa Hat Day
The FCA Christmas party will be held at 6:30 PM this evening in the elementary gym. There will be pizza and games!
MS/HS Reminder: All in-person students must turn their Chromebooks in to their home room teacher before they leave for Christmas break! Students exempt from finals must return them on Friday, before they are allowed to leave early.
MS/HS Parents and Students: If your student is exempt from finals, they were sent home with a permission slip yesterday afternoon. Please sign and return the form to the HS office by Friday, in order to be excused from school during finals time. Thank you for your help!
MS/HS Christmas Dress-Up Week Reminder:
Tomorrow (12/16) = Boots, Hats, Scarves
Thursday (12/17) = Christmas Shirts and Socks
Friday (12/18) = Ugly Christmas Sweaters
Thank you to all the blood drive donors! Our goal was 35 and we beat it by collecting 38 units! Good day to be a ROCKET!!!
Don't forget, Junior High Scholar Bowl practice tomorrow, December 15th, right after school in Mr. Downing's room until 4:15. Our next practice after that will be Thursday, December 17th. See you there!!!
Good luck to our JV/V basketball teams tonight as they take on Platte Valley at home, beginning at 5:30 PM. The theme for tonight's game is "Throwback!"
Day 10: Show off your antlers! 🦌
Good luck to our JV/V basketball teams as they travel to King City this evening. Game time is 5:30 PM. Go Rockets!
The make up date for the postponed Albany game is Saturday Jan. 23rd at Albany; 3:00 PM start time.
A varsity basketball has also been added against North Harrison at home on Monday, Dec. 28th; 6:00 PM.
FFA sponsored Blood Drive TODAY 2-7 pm at the American Legion in Burlington Junction. Hope to see you there!
FFA Sponsored Community Blood Drive - Today from 2:00-7:00 PM at American Legion Building in Burlington Junction. Blood donations are down, so giving is very important right now! All donors will receive a free t-shirt!
Can you hear those sleigh bells? It's almost time for Christmas break! West Nodaway will dismiss on Tuesday, December 22nd at 12:20 PM. Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 5th at 7:55 AM. Have a happy and safe holiday season!
Athletic Week At A Glance: Dec. 14th-20th
Monday: JV/Varsity basketball at King City; 5:30 tip off for 2 qtrs of JV boys, varsity to girls and boys to follow. Tickets are required. Players were sent home with 4 tickets, call the office if you are needing extra. 3:45 PM bus.
Tuesday: JV/Varsity basketball vs Platte Valley at home; 5:30 tip off for 2 qtrs of JV boys, varsity girls and boys to follow.
Thursday: JV boys vs Sidney at home; 6:00 PM tip off for 6 quarters of JV basketball.
Friday: JV/Varsity basketball at Mound City; 5:30 tip off for 2 qtrs of JV boys, varsity girls and boys to follow. 4:10 bus time.
Day 9: PJ Day
Friday morning center time in Kindergarten.
Elementary Student Council is excited to report we collect 306 items for the food drive!! What a great way to give back to our community! Thank you so much to those who donated items! We will post our winning class on Monday!
JV boys basketball at Stewartsville Saturday morning.
First game at 10:15 AM
Second game at 11:30 AM
Bus leaves at 8:00 AM
Masks are required inside the school. NO tickets required.
High School basketball players will be sent home with tickets today for King City on Monday.
The varsity basketball games scheduled to be played at Albany have been postponed due to Covid. High school girls and boys will practice after school.
FFA sponsored Blood Drive, Monday, December 14th, 2-7 pm at the American Legion in Burlington Junction. There is an urgent need for blood so please consider giving!
Good luck to our HS basketball teams as they travel to Albany this evening! CORRECTION: Game time is 6:00 PM. Go Rockets!
Jr High Lady Rockets finish their season as they captured 1st place with a final score of 72-7 against DeKalb. Nice season ladies!
5th graders are making writing fun! Today's addition to our writing notebooks included a story using nouns, verbs, and adjectives decided on by classmates. However, they could write about anything they wanted to as long as those words were somewhere in their story. Check it out!
Junior High Scholar Bowl practice tomorrow, December 11th, right after school in Mr. Downing's room until 4:15. Snacks will be provided. Next week our practices will be on Tuesday & Thursday!
Our elementary students earn keys to our Treasure Books mobile cart and free books to keep for reading books and taking AR tests! Each key earned gets them a free book, and our kids love it! Donations of like new, or new books accepted and appreciated! Keep reading, Rockets!
Third grade has been working hard on writing complete paragraphs! We were very proud of how complete and great our paragraphs about winter turned out!
Mrs. Hunt received a makeover this morning in preschool.
To ensure everyone is going to the correct location for the JH basketball game this evening, attached is a picture of general directions. Sorry for the confusion!
Address: 702 Main Street, DeKalb, MO 64440.
Reminder: Elementary food drive ends tomorrow, December 11th. Anything that you can do to help would be appreciated. Collections are low this year.
JH 275 Basketball: Tonight at Buchanan County R-IV School District in DeKalb, beginning at 5:30 PM. Address: 702 Main Street, DeKalb, MO 64440.
Good luck to our HS basketball teams this evening! They will take on Essex at home, beginning at 5:30 PM.
The JH basketball game scheduled for Saturday at Plattsburg is canceled due to Covid.
What a beautiful day!!! Preschool enjoyed being able to run and play outside in December.
5th graders took learning into their own hands and had the opportunity to teach the class an alternative way to solve multiplication problems. Way to go Will and Jude for being today's problem solvers! 😁
Day 6: College Game Day! 🎄 Go Team!
Tickets will be sent home with the junior high basketball girls and boys today and tomorrow for the game at DeKalb on Thursday. Each player will receive 4 tickets in an envelop. If you need more tickets please call the office.
Reminder: Picture day is tomorrow! (PK-12th make-ups, MS/HS grade levels, organizations, HS basketball, and HS cheer)
FFA Barnwarming: Saturday, December 12th from 6:00-8:00 PM. Pizza and games! Free will donation. Open to ALL West Nodaway students! We hope to see you there!
There will be no middle school math tutoring this week! We apologize for any inconvenience.
Here is the JV boys schedule for Saturday at Stewartsville.
10:15 AM- Polo vs. West Nodaway
11:30 AM- OSHS vs. West Nodaway
MS/HS Parents: Please check your email for semester finals information! Have a great day!
The junior high boys and girls will travel to Plattsburg this Saturday Dec. 12th. Girls will play first at 11:00 AM. Bus time 8:45 PM.
Staff Countdown to Christmas Day 5: Santa Shirt Day!
Ho, ho, ho! High School Student Council will be sponsoring a Christmas dress-up week from December 14th through December 18th for all middle and high school students:
Monday, 14th: Polar Express (Pajama Day)
Tuesday, 15th: Holiday Hats and Socks
Wednesday, 16th: Winter Wonderland (Boots, Hats, Scarves, Etc.)
Thursday, 17th: Santa's Helpers - (Christmas Shirts and Socks)
Friday, 18th: Ugly Sweater Day
We can't wait to see your festive holiday apparel!
Athletic Week At A Glance: Nov. 7th- 13th.
Monday: JH 275 Basketball at home v.s Mound City; 5:30 PM
Thursday: JH 275 Basketball at Dekalb; 5:30 PM
High school basketball at home v.s Essex. 5:30 PM tip off for boys JV. Varsity girls and boys to follow.
Friday: Varsity basketball at Albany; 6:00 PM.
Saturday: JV boys basketball at Stewartsville. Games at 10:30 AM and Noon.
JH Girls at Plattsburg; 11:00 AM.
No classes at NTS tomorrow. NTS students need to arrive at West Nodaway at 10:40 AM. Have a good evening!
Good luck to our JH basketball teams as they compete in the first round of the 275 Conference Junior High Basketball Tournament today! Go Rockets!
Have a wonderful weekend Rocket Nation from your Flannel Friday Friends!🎄
Ho, ho, ho! High School Student Council will be hosting a "Christmas Dress Up Week" for all MS/HS students from December 14th through December 18th to get us into the Christmas spirit! The dress-up days are as follows:
Monday: Polar Express (Pajama Day)
Tuesday: Holiday Hats and Socks
Wednesday: Winter Wonderland (Boots, Hats, Scarves, Etc.)
Thursday: Santa's Helpers (Christmas Shirts and Socks)
Friday: Ugly Sweater Day
We look forward to seeing all of your festive holiday apparel!
Mark your calendars! FFA will be sponsoring a community blood drive on Monday, December 14th from 2:00-7:00 PM at the Burlington Junction American Legion.
Don't forget that picture day is next week! SCH Photo will be here on Wednesday, 12/09 to photograph PK-12th grade retakes, HS basketball, HS cheer, along with all other West Nodaway organizations. Picture packets are available in the office, or with your coach!
Day 4: Family Flannel Photo🎄
Preschool fun with "phones!"
Our afternoon preschool students have been learning about families. We have talked a lot about shelter and houses. Yesterday we had some fun making houses out of boxes.
Day 3: Rocked the Christmas Socks! 🎄
Reminder that our Annual Food Drive will be running from November 23 - December 11. Our donations have been very low this year. Please see the attached document for the items that are being collected per grade level. Thank you all so much to those that are able to donate.
Preschool hard at work.
On Wed, Dec 9th before our regularly scheduled Board meeting we will have a community forum @ 6:00 p.m. in the media center to hear any comments about a sports co-op with another district. We have completed both community and student surveys in this regard. Masks are required.
More WN Elves at Work!
The high school boys basketball game scheduled against Clarinda Academy on Dec. 7th has been postponed to to February 8th.
Staff Countdown to Christmas Day 2:Elf Yourself!! Spreading some joy for our WN students this holiday season! More pictures to come today!!♥️💚
There will be no middle school math tutoring this week! We apologize for any inconvenience. Have a great week!
Hot off the press! Check out our latest edition of The Rocket Review.
https://www.smore.com/g0asm
Good luck to our JH basketball teams this evening! They will play King City at home, beginning at 5:30 PM. Go Rockets!
Good afternoon PK - 5 Rocket families,
When students return to school tomorrow, we would like for all students in grades 2nd-5th to return their Chromebooks and chargers. They will not need to transport them to and from school at this time. We are excited to announce that our staff seem to be on the mend and we are happy to have everyone back. Having said that, if we should run into a rise in illnesses again we may have to reassess and push the Chromebooks back out. Thank you all for your patience at this very trying and uncertain time. Our main goal is to keep the building open and have class on campus but we just don't know what situation will present itself to us this year.
If your child is in quarantine they will continue distance learning as usual and return their Chromebooks when they return to school. If you should have any questions please call the school office. Have a great evening!
Thank you,
Mrs. Barnes
There have been a few recent changes to the athletic calendar. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to this spreadsheet. Thank you for your flexibility during this time!
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/11OnryWL08bBlWkL2mNQFE0cDXHsTmOHfvDblqfwD2lo/edit?usp=sharing
See link below for the revised 275 JH tournament
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1XeHFiFOqKMI9dY3yyu8GapV4PCJ0DGpb5ug_4AO9kG8/edit?usp=sharing
The Rockets will play Saturday, Dec. 5th at South Holt; 10:00 AM
Monday Dec. 7th at home vs Mound City; 5:30 PM
Thursday Dec. 10th at Dekalb; 5:30 PM
The West Nodaway high school boys and girls basketball teams will not be participating in the PVI tournament this year.
Fifth grade planned their own Thanksgiving Parade!
Kindergarten practiced writing Thanksgiving words and made 3D shapes out of play dough. We wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving!!
Preschool center time before break!
Day before thanksgiving break.... we did all things turkey!
I have not found time to post in awhile but here is what has been happening in 4th grade ❤️
