Happy New Year!
Message from the Superintendent
Dear Students, Parents and Guardians, Employees, & Northwestern Lehigh Community ~
I would like to take this opportunity to provide you with a few updates this Winter. We hope that your child(ren) had a wonderful first half of the school year and are looking forward to the second semester!
I want to take a moment to express my gratitude for our dedicated students, staff, and families. The colder months bring challenges, but they also remind us of the warmth found in our school community.
Please stay informed about weather-related delays and closings, and ensure students are dressed appropriately for the season. Safety remains our top priority.
As we continue through the school year, help us to embrace opportunities for growth, learning, and connection with one another. Thank you for your continued support in making our schools a place of pride.
Go Tigers!
Jennifer L. Holman, Superintendent of Schools
Below you will find the following news updates from the Winter:
- District Calendar Updates
- Kindergarten Registration
- School Board
- 2025-2026 Budget Information
- Baxter Update
- Closing or Delaying School for Inclement Weather
- Northwestern Lehigh Educational Foundation
- Become a Bus Driver
- Employment Opportunities
Important Upcoming Dates
- February 14: Teacher In-Service - No School
- February 17: Presidents' Holiday - No School
- February 26: Early Dismissal (K-12)
- March 7: Teacher In-Service - No School
Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten Registration for the 2025-2026 school year opened February 1, 2025.
Students who will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2025 should register for the 2025-2026 school year!
Click the "Register Now" button below for more information about the registration process, required documents, and Full Day Kindergarten
Day in the Life of a Kindergartner
2025-2026 Budget
At the January Board meeting the School Board Directors officially passed a resolution committing to remain within the Act 1 Index for the 2025-2026 school year. This means that any property tax rate increase will not exceed the district's eligible 4% cap, as determined by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
This decision reflects the district's dedication to fiscal responsibility while maintaining high-quality educational opportunities for all students.
Timeline
- May 2025 - Proposed Final Budget Presentation
- May 2025 - Adopt Proposed Final Budget
- June 2025 - Final Budget Presentation
- June 2025 - Adopt Final Budget
Baxter Update
Baxter is now 8 months old! His calm, gentle presence in our school has created a warm presence, reduced stress, and spread positivity throughout the district. Whether it's a quick cuddle during a tough day or simply being nearby, Baxter has already made a meaningful impact to so many.
Baxter's journey is a team effort, and he's been doing exceptionally well! He is continuing to grow and learn just like our students.
We're proud to have Baxter as a part of our Tiger family and look forward to seeing the continued joy and support he brings to our school community.
CLOSINGS AND DELAYS
Please be sure to keep your contact information up to date in the Sapphire Notification System to ensure you are receiving messages from the school.
For more information on Closings & Delays please visit our website:
Join our tiger team!
We are hiring for a number of positions including instructional assistants, bus & van drivers, and substitutes.
Complete an application online today!
Board of Directors
Todd Hernandez, President
Todd Leiser, Vice President
Joseph Fatzinger, Treasurer
John Casciano, Secretary
Willard Dellicker
Becky Hite
Lauren Hunsicker
Rachael Scheffler
Jennifer Senavaitis
John E. Freund III, Esq., Solicitor
Northwestern Lehigh School District
6493 Route 309
New Tripoli, PA 18066
610.298.8661
Northwestern Lehigh School District is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin/ethnicity, sex, disability, age, religion, creed, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or pregnancy in its activities, programs, or employment practices as required by Title VI, Title IX, and Section 504. For information regarding civil rights, grievance procedures, or information regarding services, activities, and facilities that are accessible to and usable by disabled persons, contact the Director of Human Resources (Title VI Coordinator, Title IX Coordinator, and Section 504 Coordinator) at 6493 Route 309, New Tripoli, PA 18066 or 610-298-8661.
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