Student Schedule for May 18-22
The end is near!
Our Knights will have classroom time, yearbook signing time, field day, and awards day, and much more May 18-22.
As a reminder, students will dismiss at 12:45 pm on May 20-22.
| GRADE LEVEL | MON, MAY 18 | TUES, MAY 19 | WED, MAY 20 | THURS, MAY 21 | FRI, MAY 22 |
| 6TH | Chromebook & Charger Turn-In | Field Day | Awards Day* | Yearbook Signing | |
| 7TH | Chromebook & Charger Turn-In | Awards Day* | Yearbook Signing | Field Day | |
| 8TH | Chromebook & Charger Turn-In | Yearbook Signing & 8th Grade Celebration | Field Day | Awards Day* |
* NOTE: Awards ceremony attendance is by invitation only.
Student Social
Let's celebrate! We will have our Spring student social this coming Fri, March 27, from 3:30-5:00 pm. The cost to enter the social is $3.00, and we will also have snacks for sale. It's a great time for the students to hang out, enjoy the DJ & games, and have fun with friends.
Benchmark Testing
Students will participate in Benchmark Testing on the dates below ... as a reminder, students should arrive at school on time with a fully charged Chromebook, avoid mid-day appointments, get a good night's rest, and eat a healthy breakfast!
Mon, March 30 - ELA
Tues, March 31 - Math
Wed, April 1 - Science (6th grade only)
Chattanooga Trip Meeting
If your 7th grader will be attending the Chattanooga, TN trip, please mark your calendar to attend an online meeting on Thurs, April 2 @ 6:00 pm via Google Meet! This meeting is mandatory for parents, and students are highly encouraged to attend.
The link to the Chattanooga Online Google Meet Session will be posted on our website on April 2.
ARMES Nomination Deadline
Arts Reaching Middle and Elementary Schools (ARMES) is a tuition-free, rigorous, artistically gifted and talented program designed to meet the needs of identified 3rd through 8th grade GCS students. Nominations for the 2026-27 school year are open through March 31. Rising 3rd through 8th grade students may be nominated by a teacher, parent, adult or self.
Job Shadowing
Northwood Middle’s Job Shadowing Day will be Mon, April 13, 2026!
We are pleased to announce that the students of Northwood will be given the opportunity to participate in a Job Shadowing experience on April 13, 2026. Job Shadowing involves students spending a day or the majority of the day observing a parent, relative or local business at work. Securing a location and transportation to and from the location will be the responsibility of the parent.
In order for your child to participate, you must fill out the parent permission form linked below by April 6, 2026. This day will not count as a school absence as long as the form is submitted prior to the Job Shadowing date.
Job Shadowing Parent Permission Form
Job Shadowing Parent Letter (en espanol)
$2 Dress Down Day
We will have a $2.00 dress down day this coming Fri, March 27!
Students who wish to dress down must (1) pay $2.00 cash upon arrival at school and (2) follow the dress down policy on page 5 of the student handbook. Proceeds benefit the Northwood Middle PTA. Students who dress down but do not bring $2.00 or do not adhere to the dress down policy in the student handbook will be asked to complete their school work in the ISS room or call a parent to request uniform clothes. *Note: Students who received a free dress down week this week as part of the Benchmark rewards program will not be required to pay $2 on Friday.
Northwood Student Handbook (Dress Code & Dress Down Policies on pages 4-5 of handbook)
Dress Down Day Summary - Full Policy in Handbook Above
College Funding Workshop
Save the date! Riverside, Northwood, and Greer Middle Schools are excited to partner together to host a FREE parent workshop with The College Funding Coach® on Tues, April 14 @ 5:30 PM at Riverside Middle School! Dinner from Salsarita’s will be provided for parents who register by Thurs, April 9!
This workshop is designed to help families:
• Better understand the true cost of college
• Learn strategies to reduce out-of-pocket expenses
• Explore ways to make higher education more affordable
• Balance saving for college and retirement at the same time
Founded in 2002, The College Funding Coach® has helped families navigate the often confusing college funding process and find practical solutions that make a real difference.
To attend, register using the link below. We hope you’ll join us on Tues, April 14 @ 5:30 PM at Riverside Middle School! We look forward to seeing you there!
Register for College Funding Workshop
College Funding Workshop Informational Flyer
2025-26 Yearbook Announcements
We have re-opened the link below for anyone who still needs to reserve a copy of the 2025-26 yearbook! The online store will remain open until we sell out. The current cost is $50, and this is the only way to be guaranteed your student will receive a copy in May. Don't delay!
Reserve Your Copy of the Northwood 2025-26 Yearbook
ATTENTION 8TH GRADE FAMILIES:
The deadline to purchase a yearbook ad for your 8th grade student has now passed.
Sports Shorts
Important Northwood Athletics news below!
Northwood Middle School offers the following sports to 7th & 8th grade students: Girls' Volleyball (fall), Girls' & Boys' Basketball (winter), Girls' & Boys' Soccer (spring), Softball (spring), and Baseball (spring). If your student is interested in any sport NOT offered by Northwood, please contact the high school you are zoned for to inquire as to eligibility.
Spring Sports Tryout Dates, Times, & Coach Names
GCS Policies in Effect at All Contests: Student ID Policy | Clear Bag Policy | Clear Bag FAQ's
For information on Northwood Athletics, Big Teams, and required forms, please visit the sites below:
Northwood Athletics Website
Athlete Participation Packet/Forms (For 2025-26 athletic participation, forms must be dated 4/1/2025 or later)
Questions? Contact Athletic Director, Ryan Negoski, at rnegoski@greenville.k12.sc.us or 864-355-7012
Changes for 2026-27?
If you can answer “YES” to any of these statements:
- My home address has changed.
- My home address will change over the summer.
- I plan to unenroll my student from Northwood Middle for next school year.
- My 8th grade student will not attend a Greenville County Schools high school next year.
Please contact our Registrar, Deborah Guion, at dguion@greenville.k12.sc.us or 864-355-7013.
Keeping your student’s information up to date helps us ensure a smooth transition and accurate planning for the upcoming school year!
Update Contact Info in Backpack
Attention Educational Decision Makers:
Please log into your Parent Backpack account and double-check the contacts you have listed for your student. Educational Decision Makers can add, remove, or edit contacts in Backpack. As a reminder, Parent Backpack allows parents/guardians to monitor their children’s grades, assignments, and attendance, and gives parents/guardians access to update the list of individuals who can pick up their student from school.
For Parent Backpack access questions, please contact our Registrar, Deborah Guion, at dguion@greenville.k12.sc.us or call 864-355-7013.