🌟 Last week, we celebrated Assistant Principal's Week and want to give a massive shoutout to Mrs. Crystal Boyd! 🎉 Her exceptional leadership and dedication make our school a better place every day. We love you, Mrs. Boyd! 🌟

Happy Monday, families! 🌈 Just a friendly reminder that there will be no school for students from Thursday, April 17 through Monday, April 21. Students will return on Tuesday, April 22. Additionally, we encourage you to order your Field Day t-shirts by Wednesday, April 16. Let's foster school spirit together!

📢 Reminder for all parents and guardians! Today is an early release day as we host our parent-teacher conferences. 🗓️ Students will be dismissed at 12:30 PM.

📣 Attention parents! Warren County Schools is officially open for Kindergarten enrollment for the 25-26 school year! 🎈 Our banners are up, and applications are now available online. If your child is currently in pre-k, they don't need to attend again. Why wait? Start your journey with us today! 🌟

🚀 Calling all families in Warren County! The Boys and Girls Club summer camp is officially OPEN for enrollment! 🎉 This enriching program is designed for children in our community, providing them with a summer full of fun and learning. 🌞 Check out our flyer for more details! Have questions? Reach out to Shaquasia Young at 919-690-0036 ext. 5. Let’s make this summer unforgettable!

We are happy to announce registration is open for our dual language program. Are you interested and would like for your child to become bilingual? Come out to our Spanish Immersion interest meeting on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at 1:00 PM in our media center to find out more information on this wonderful program. This meeting is for rising Kindergarten and rising 1st Grade families. We look forward to seeing you.

All after-school activities are canceled for today, Monday, March 31, 2025 due to the threat of severe weather.

We're excited to announce our Sneaker Ball for our students and staff on Friday, March 28, 2025, from 5:00-6:30 PM! 🎶✨ Admission is just $10, which includes a photo, drink, and snack. All proceeds will support our Northside Hospitality committee! Who's ready to dance and have fun? Come dressed to impress with your favorite sneakers! 👟💃

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Rho Tau Omega Chapter is committed to uplifting the community through impactful service initiatives. As part of their mission to support and celebrate educators, they came to Northside Elementary to recognize one of our outstanding individuals who makes a meaningful difference in our school. Mrs. Jill Burnette Ellis was recognized as a deserving educator from our school. The chapter honored her with a token of appreciation as a small gesture of gratitude for her dedication and hard work.

🌼🌟 Tomorrow is Spring Picture Day! 📸✨ Order forms were sent home a few weeks ago, but remember, your child can still take a photo even without one! Get them camera-ready and let’s capture those smiles!

🎉 Exciting news from Vance-Granville Community College! We’re thrilled to announce two upcoming STEM-related events that you won’t want to miss! 🌍✨ These events are perfect for students and families looking to dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, and math. Are you ready to explore? Check out the flyers for more details! Family STEM Night: This event will be held on March 19, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Vance County Farmer's Market. It is presented by the NC Cooperative Extension and celebrates National STEM Week (March 14-23). NC SciFest Event - Full STEAM Ahead: This event will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at 1547 S Campus Dr, Creedmoor, NC 27522. It is a fun-filled day of science for the whole family, with STEAM activities for all ages. Learn about STEAM-related educational programs and summer camps. And discover local industry partners with current job openings!

🌟Our Child Nutrition Program is here to ensure your kids have access to delicious and nutritious meals. 🥗🍎 Check out the flyer for all the details!

Would you prefer one long or two short spring breaks next year? There will be one school calendar for elementary and a second calendar for middle and high schools. There are two options for both calendars: 1️⃣ Option #1 has two shorter spring breaks: 5 days in March and 5-6 days in April. 2️⃣ Option #2 has one long spring break: 10-11 days in April. View the calendars and tell us what you think: https://bit.ly/4hP4zZW

Warren County Schools will have another remote learning day for students and staff tomorrow, THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2025, due to inclement weather. All buildings remain closed. You can read student and teacher expectations for remote learning in our Inclement Weather Remote Learning Plan at www.warrenk12nc.org/RemoteLearning. Students have 5 days after they return to school to turn in their remote day assignments to be counted as present for the remote learning day. We hope you all have a safe and warm Remote Learning Day on Thursday!

We are reaching out to inquire if your organization is planning to operate any summer programs this year. If so, we would like to offer our support by providing meals to participants aged 4-18. To facilitate the application process, please provide the following details at your earliest convenience: *Program Operation Dates: Start and end dates of your summer program. *Number of Participants: Estimated count of attendees between the ages of 4 and 18. *Meal Preference: Indicate whether you would like to receive breakfast, lunch, or both. We understand that plans may evolve, and we are committed to accommodating changes as needed. For more information or to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Ms. Diana Muema, Child Nutrition Director, or Ms. Gia Northington, Child Nutrition Administrative Assistant, at 252-257-3184 ext. 1239 or 1240. Thank you for your dedication to serving our community's youth. We look forward to the possibility of collaborating with you to ensure a nourishing and enriching summer for all participants.

Warren County Schools will have a remote learning day for students and staff on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, due to inclement weather. All buildings are closed. You can read student and teacher expectations for remote learning in our Inclement Weather Remote Learning Plan at www.warrenk12nc.org/RemoteLearning. Students have 5 days after they return to school to turn in their remote day assignments to be counted as present for the remote learning day. We hope you all have a safe and warm Remote Learning Day on Wednesday!

Applying for 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant

Warren County Schools is applying for the 21st Century 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) Competitive Grant for the 2025-2026 school year through the NC Department of Public Instruction. This federally funded grant supports establishing community learning centers that provide academic enrichment opportunities outside of scheduled class time for students, particularly those who attend schools in high-poverty areas.

If awarded the grant, Warren County Schools will use it for eligible youth in grades 3-5 at Mariam Boyd Elementary, Northside Elementary and Vaughan Elementary Schools to establish or expand activities that focus on:

• Improved academic achievement
• Enrichment services that reinforce and complement the academic program as well as social and emotional learning
• Family engagement

The NC Department of Public Instruction will notify applicants of approval/non-approval on May 5, 2025.

More information on the grant itself can be found on the NCDPI 21st Century Community Learning Centers website.

📚🎉 Get Ready for Read Across America Week! 🎉📚 Hello, Northside families! We’re celebrating the legendary Dr. Seuss’s birthday with a fun-filled Read Across America Week from March 3rd–7th! 🎈🎩📖 Each day will be packed with exciting activities, and we want 100% participation from our amazing students! 🎉 We’re sending this flyer in advance so you can help your child get ready to join in on the fun. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Ms. Vick at 252-456-2656. Let’s make this a week to remember! ❤️📚 #ReadAcrossAmerica #DrSeussWeek #NorthsideReads

📣 Attention Parents! 💖 We want to hear from YOU! Your experiences and insights can help us create an even better school environment for our kids and support our amazing teachers. 🌈✨ Click the link below to participate in our brief survey! Let's shape the future together! 📝💬 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd2R7kZ3yjFff5vAKNwe5wrTGGAYOwe2tN4HUY9cEcrvTpreg/viewform?usp=header

Warren County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Wednesday, February 12, 2025, due to the threat of slippery roads. Thank you for your continued support of Warren County Schools.