Newsletters (NWSISD) NWSISD newsletter - November 2013

NOVEMBER 2013 / VOLUME 10 / ISSUE 1 9201 West Broadway, Suite 690 Brooklyn Park, MN 55445 763-450-1300 www.nws.k12.mn.us Magnet School Application Open The Northwest Suburban magnet lottery application is open for the 2014-15 school year. The lottery application will remain available online at www.nws.k12.mn.us through January 15, 2014. MAGNET LOTTERY PRIORITY APPLICATION PERIOD Students that apply during the priority application period October 15, 2013 through January 15, 2014 - have the best chance of being assigned to the magnet school of their choice. Sibling Priority: First priority will be given to the applications of siblings of students who are currently attending and will continue to attend the same magnet school. In order to receive sibling priority status, applications must be received by January 15, 2014. Congratulations, Dr. Kate Maguire 2014 Superintendent of the Year The Minnesota Association of School Administrators (MASA) has named Dr. Kate Maguire, Superintendent of Osseo Area Schools, the 2014 Minnesota Superintendent of the Year. Superintendent Maguire was selected for the honor by a panel of representatives from a variety of Minnesota education organizations. Nominees are evaluated on how each demonstrates leadership for learning; communication skills; professionalism; and community involvement. As the Minnesota honoree, Superintendent Maguire is a candidate among other state winners for National Superintendent of the Year, to be announced in February 2014.  STEP-UP BOYS SUMMER SUMMIT - YOUNG WOMEN’S EXPO - Over 200 NWS OPEN HOUSE - If you didn’t know, 8th grade male students enjoyed a week long mentorship experience last June. Read more on page 4. young women in grades 9-12 participated in two workshops and a college tour. Read more on page 2. Northwest Suburban moved office locations in June. Check out our new space - featuring our Multicultural Resource Center on page 3.