Announcements
October 15-Noon Dismissal
October16-No School
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
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
Optional Student Accident Insurance
October 22, 2025 | Ann BeckmannAs a service to the community, Northwest Public Schools has contracted with Student Assurance Services Inc. to offer or administer an accident insurance plan for your student. This is a valuable option to parents/guardians who, because of various reasons, do … Read More
Note from the Principal- Oct. 2025
October 1, 2025 | Steve RetzlaffParents & Guardians,
We had a great response for parent teacher conferences 98% were able to come. Thank you for partnering with us in your child’s education. Please remember teachers are always available to answer questions or clarify concerns. Middle … Read More
2025-2026 YEARBOOKS FOR SALE
October 1, 2025 | Heather CallihanThe 2025-2026 yearbooks are now for sale! Orders may be placed on line here. Yearbooks purchased before December 31, 2024 are $65. Any purchases after December 31, 2025 will be $70.
Order here or visit Mrs. Kilmer for more information
Note from the Principal- Sept. 2025
August 30, 2025 | Steve RetzlaffParents & Guardians,
We are off to a fantastic start this school year! We are back in full swing of things at 1R. Students and staff have been hard at work. Labor Day Weekend and No School Monday, September 1st.Â
Nebraska SMART: Free Tutoring Opportunities
August 25, 2025 | Heather CallihanNorthwest Public Schools would like inform all of our families about a free online tutoring program available for NWPS students. Nebraska SMART (Success Made Accessible through Rural Tutoring) is a free virtual tutoring program for K-12 students who attend NRCSA … Read More
School Pictures (25-26)
August 10, 2025 | Ann BeckmannPicture will take place on the following dates:
- Northwest: August 20
- CH: August 26
- 1R: August 28
- St. Libory: Aug 29
Cassie Price Photography will be taking pictures this year at all of our buildings. Order forms and … Read More

