Preparing For Back To School
Register online. You must present the following documentation when enrolling a student: original birth certificate, proof of current immunizations, and two proofs of residency (i.e., utility bill or lease/purchase agreement). After registration, your assigned building will contact you to schedule classes.
Important Dates
First Day of School
Monday, August 28
Labor Day Break
September 1 – 4
Thanksgiving Break
November 22-24
Winter Break
December 25 – January 5
MLK Day (No School)
January 15
Mid-Winter Break
February 23 – 26
Spring Break
March 29 – April 5
Memorial Day Break
May 27
No School
In addition to the holiday breaks listed above, on the following dates there is no school for all grade levels:
October 20
October 23
December 8
February 23
February 26
May 3
Last Day of School
June 7
ParentVUE Review IMPORTANT!
All student records must be verified in ParentVUE for the 2023-24 school year. Need help? Follow this PDF Guide.
Don’t Miss The Bus!
All students who require transportation for the 2023−24 school year must be registered. Please note, transportation is available for resident students only.
The Transportation Department uses a website/mobile app for bus stop information. It’s called, TRAVERSA RIDE 360. Check the Transportation Department’s page on the district website for instructions on how to download and use the app. We are unable to give out bus stop information over the phone. Thank you for your understanding!
Before/After School Childcare
In partnership with Northview Public Schools, the Wolverine Worldwide YMCA offers before and after school care in each of our elementary buildings for students in grades DK−6th. Interested families can register for child care at www.grymca.org/school-aged-child-care.
Don’t forget to download and complete all of the required forms, medical and otherwise, for your child.
Sports Physicals
Sports physicals are required for participation in all athletics programming and must be turned into the office before any athlete can practice or play. Athletes must also be sure to have a concussion awareness form on file that is signed and dated by both athlete and parent/guardian. Physical forms can be found here.
Follow Us On Social Media
Follow us on Facebook where we post official, up-to-date news from around the district. @NVPSWildcats
We also share good news on Twitter! @NV_Wildcats
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School Chromebooks
For more information regarding school provided Chromebooks please read the Device Handbook and Acceptable Use Policy. For details on the managed security, please visit our Chromebook information page.
Incoming 3rd and 8th Grade Students…
Students who will be in 3rd and 8th grade for the 2023-24 school year will be issued a Chromebook in the first week(s) of school.
Students who turned in their Chromebook prior to summer vacation…
Any student who turned in their Chromebook will receive their Chromebook back just as it was returned to the district. The Technology Department will be able to provide more information to the building offices as to when the redeployment will be taking place in the coming weeks.
Chromebook Device Coverage Plan for 2023-24
Northview Public Schools issues Chromebooks to all of its students. These devices are traditionally kept at school for grades DK -2, whereas students in grades 3 through 12 often transport their Chromebooks to and from school. As we have rolled out these devices, we have of course encountered issues with breakage, loss, theft, damage, etc. Because we do not want to pass excessive costs back to parents, Northview has decided to partner with a company to provide parents with peace of mind for devices that are under their responsibility. We are happy to announce that we are working with School Device Coverage, who has been in the Chromebook device coverage business for 9 years and as a company for 34 years. It insures some of the largest districts in the nation as well as individual small schools. We have negotiated an annual cost of $26 and want you to be aware of this optional device coverage package.
To learn more about the details of this, please read our FAQ’s document to get started.
Northview is excited to offer free breakfast and lunch to all students starting with the 2023-24 school year thanks to the Michigan Healthy School Meals Program! Even though meals will be provided for free, it’s important for families to continue sharing household income information in order for our schools to receive full access to federal and state funding for educational programs that our students are entitled to.
Please be sure to fill out the Free and Reduced Price School Meals application. More information about this and the application process can be found on the Food Service page.
COMPLETING THE APPLICATION HELPS NORTHVIEW, TOO!
The district may get additional funds to enhance educational opportunities because many state and federal government grants and aid are based on the number of students eligible for free and reduced price meals.
Open House Schedules
Open House
August 23rd
5:30 – 6:30 PM
Open House
August 23rd
5:30 – 6:30 PM
Open House
August 23rd
Last name A-M: 5:30 – 6:00 PM
Last name N-Z: 6:00 – 6:30 PM
5th & 6th Grade
Open House
August 23rd
5th Grade
6:00 – 7:00 PM
6th Grade
5:00 – 6:00 PM
SCHOOL DAY STUDENT DROP-OFF is on the SIDE of the building, near the loading dock. The front drive is for buses only!
7th & 8th Grade
Open House
August 23rd
4:00 – 7:00 PM
Incoming 7th Grade Students
It is required that all 7th grade students have updated immunizations before beginning the school year. Please confirm with your healthcare provider that your student has the following:
• 1 meningitis
• 2 varicella (or history of chicken pox)
• TDAP within the last five years
If you choose not to vaccinate your child, you must present a certificate of waiver, signed by the Kent County Health Department. Waivers must be certified for the 2023 – 2024 school year and indicate the school the student will be attending. Visit www.accesskent.com/Health/Immunizations to locate an immunization clinic.
STUDENT DROP-OFF and PICK-UP is on the EAST SIDE of the building, near the loading dock. The front drive is for buses only!
Freshman and New Student Orientation
August 22
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
The high school will be open during this time for students to drop by and walk around, and to find their classes and lockers. Northview students and staff will be present to assist new students. Student schedules will be available on StudentVue or can be printed, if necessary.
School Pictures
School pictures will take place on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 from 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
School pictures make-up is scheduled for Thursday, October 19 from 11 AM – 12:30 PM.
Northview Next
August 22
Career Center – 5:30 – 6:30 PM
Learning Center – 6:00 – 7:00 PM
Start & Dismissal Times
Please note that on Wednesdays there is a 1-hour delayed start.
| Building | Start/End Times |
|---|---|
| All Elementaries | 8:15 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Highlands | 8:10 AM – 3:15 PM |
| Crossroads | 7:20 AM – 2:25 PM |
| High School | 7:25 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Northview Next Career Center | 7:30 AM - 2:35 PM |
| Northview Next Learning Center | 7:30 AM - 2:35 PM |