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Spotlight
The Best of Us, at the Worst of Times
The following piece was penned by Reid Wilson '01, National Correspondent for The Hill. The article originally appeared in the Spring 2020 issue of The Northwest School Magazine.
Spring Magazine Now Available!
We are proud to announce the 2020 issue of The Northwest School Magazine, now available on our website. This issue, which is digital-only, focuses on teaching and learning during the COVID-19 pandemic, which forced schools to close in March 2020.
Let the Celebration Begin!
As part of this year’s Class of 2020 graduation, seniors received a nice surprise over the weekend.
Chemistry Students Test Gas Laws
Juniors studied the science behind airbags with a lab at home using common household items.
Northwest Celebrates Virtual Earth Day
The Northwest School community celebrated the 50th anniversary of Earth Day online, starting with a moving and powerful concert by Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter MILCK, and engaged in a day of reflection surrounding environmental justice, education, and climate change, on Wednesday, April 22.
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.
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.