Schools
Note from the Principal- Jan. 2026
January 2, 2026 | Steve RetzlaffParents & Guardians,
Happy New Year! We had a great year in 2025 and look forward to another wonderful year in 2026. I hope you enjoyed a relaxing holiday break with family and friends.
Calendar Reminders
December 29, 2025 | Heather CallihanAs we move into January, here are a few important calendar reminders for families:
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Monday, January 5 – No School (Staff Inservice Day)
2025-2026 Cedar Hollow Yearbooks
December 22, 2025 | Heather CallihanIt’s time to order your 2025-2026 Cedar Hollow Yearbook            Â
Yearbook orders are open until January 21, 2026. Yearbook orders will be accepted online only. The cost of a … Read More
Student Registration for 2026-27 School Year
December 3, 2025 | Heather CallihanNorthwest Public Schools online registration for students currently attending Northwest Public Schools will begin on April 1, 2026.Â
*Preschool registration will be available on February 1, 2026 via the PowerSchool portal (returning students) and website (new students).
*New students (K-12) … Read More
Note from the Principal- Dec. 2025
December 1, 2025 | Steve RetzlaffParents/Guardians,
As we celebrate Thanksgiving, I want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the entire 1R School community. To our students, thank you for your enthusiasm, hard work, and kindness—you are the reason our school shines. To our dedicated staff, … Read More
2026-2027 Northwest Public Schools Registration Process
December 1, 2025 | Heather CallihanDo you have questions about the registration process at Northwest Public Schools for the 2025-2026 school year? On this page, you will find registration instructions for returning and new students, along with frequently asked questions with the registration process.
I … Read More
Winter Sports Pictures
November 24, 2025 | Ann BeckmannWinter Sports pictures are now available for purchase! Please click here to place your order!
2025 Northwest MS Quiz Bowl
November 23, 2025 | Heather CallihanThe annual Fall Northwest Middle School Quiz Bowl was held on Friday, November 21 at Cedar Hollow! Each team included six players — two from each middle school and one from each grade level (6–8).
Congratulations to the winning team: … Read More
Note from the Principal- Nov. 2025
November 1, 2025 | Steve RetzlaffParents & Guardians,
The first quarter is done, October is done, Halloween is done and the holiday season will be upon us very soon. I am not sure where the time goes but it goes faster and faster each year. … Read More
Stay Connected with NWPS
October 27, 2025 | Heather CallihanStaying Connected with Northwest Public Schools by hcallihan

