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Spotlight
Math Students Study COVID-19 Economic Impact
Seniors in Math Modeling applied the real-time COVID-19 crisis news and economic fallout to learn about the principles behind the Federal Reserve, and how the federal government uses its financial abilities to keep the economy stable.
Student Ceramic Artwork Selected for National Exhibition
Two Northwest School ceramics students have been chosen for the 2020 National K-12 Ceramics Exhibition.
Basketball Players Capture League Awards
Three Northwest School student-athletes received Emerald City League awards for their standout performances on the basketball court this winter.
Students Honor the Work of Martin Luther King, Jr.
To commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and legacy, on Friday, Jan. 17, the Northwest School students and faculty engaged in a day of deep and reflective thought, grounded in looking inwards at our own community.
Exploring the Science of Water Quality
Poor water quality and contamination poses a health threat to many people around the world. Examining that issue, Northwest 11th graders engaged in a comprehensive unit studying the science behind metal ions in water and the ramifications of the health issues that can result from tainted water.
Northwest Honored as Part of U.S. Department of Education 2019 Green Strides Tour
The Northwest School hosted officials from the U.S. Department of Education, the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, and Senator Patty Murray’s office for an environmental sustainability-focused tour of The Northwest School.