The North Crawford School District is excited to welcome Jimmy Richter to our school nutrition team! Jimmy is a fantastic addition to our team and district. Welcome to North Crawford! #trojanpride
The North Crawford School District is thrilled to welcome Amanda Wagner to our team. Amanda will serve as the district's Student Services Director, leading and supporting our amazing student services team. Amanda joins North Crawford with many years of experience in teaching and administration within student services. We are lucky to have her wealth of knowledge and experience in our district. Welcome to North Crawford Amanda Wagner!! #TrojanPride
SECOND HARVEST COMING 9/24/25
Next Wednesday, September 24 th , the welcome truck from Second Harvest will be rolling into
Gays Mills. It will be bringing food to restock your pantries and provide meals for the coming
cooler weather. Please come to the old Community Building at 212 Main Street to receive a
generous box for your family. We’ll begin distribution at 2:00 and go until 3:00. Pull your
vehicle in line and look for Harry to direct you. You’ll be given a menu for the day by the
greeter, then tell him the number of households you’re picking up for, and the number of
people in each of those households. Also, if there is any item on the selection list you do NOT
want, let him know Please try to have plenty of room in an empty trunk to stash the goods.
In August, we gave out food to 300 households. Thank you, Second Harvest!
With questions, please call JoAnn Gonos (608)-872-2583.
Next Wednesday, September 24 th , the welcome truck from Second Harvest will be rolling into
Gays Mills. It will be bringing food to restock your pantries and provide meals for the coming
cooler weather. Please come to the old Community Building at 212 Main Street to receive a
generous box for your family. We’ll begin distribution at 2:00 and go until 3:00. Pull your
vehicle in line and look for Harry to direct you. You’ll be given a menu for the day by the
greeter, then tell him the number of households you’re picking up for, and the number of
people in each of those households. Also, if there is any item on the selection list you do NOT
want, let him know Please try to have plenty of room in an empty trunk to stash the goods.
In August, we gave out food to 300 households. Thank you, Second Harvest!
With questions, please call JoAnn Gonos (608)-872-2583.
The North Crawford School Board will hold their monthly meeting for September on Wednesday, September 17th, beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the Large Group Room. You can also view the meeting Live on our Facebook page beginning at 6:00 p.m. To view the agenda and supporting materials, please visit our BoardBook page at https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/2150?meeting=708400. #TrojanPride
Tech Tips for Families: Digital Resilience for 11–13-Year-Olds
As children move into the pre-teen years, their digital lives grow more complex with smartphones, social media, and new online friendships. The Internet Matters Digital Resilience Toolkit for 11–13-Year-Olds offers practical tips to help parents guide them wisely:
Have open conversations – Ask what apps they’re using, how they interact online, and show interest without judgment.
Discuss digital footprint – Remind them that what they post can last forever. Use the “t-shirt test”: if they wouldn’t wear it on a shirt, don’t post it.
Talk about identity and content – Help them evaluate what they see online and make safe, smart choices.
Teach “Stop, Speak, Support” – A simple way to respond to cyberbullying or upsetting situations.
Respond thoughtfully – If something goes wrong, listen calmly, validate their feelings, and work together on a solution.
Click this link for more: https://www.internetmatters.org/resources/digital-resilience-toolkit/digital-resilience-toolkit-11-13-year-olds/
As children move into the pre-teen years, their digital lives grow more complex with smartphones, social media, and new online friendships. The Internet Matters Digital Resilience Toolkit for 11–13-Year-Olds offers practical tips to help parents guide them wisely:
Have open conversations – Ask what apps they’re using, how they interact online, and show interest without judgment.
Discuss digital footprint – Remind them that what they post can last forever. Use the “t-shirt test”: if they wouldn’t wear it on a shirt, don’t post it.
Talk about identity and content – Help them evaluate what they see online and make safe, smart choices.
Teach “Stop, Speak, Support” – A simple way to respond to cyberbullying or upsetting situations.
Respond thoughtfully – If something goes wrong, listen calmly, validate their feelings, and work together on a solution.
Click this link for more: https://www.internetmatters.org/resources/digital-resilience-toolkit/digital-resilience-toolkit-11-13-year-olds/
📸 Picture Day is Coming! 🎉
🗓 Date: Monday, September 15th
Don't forget to bring your best smile!
🗓 Date: Monday, September 15th
Don't forget to bring your best smile!
🌟 Calling All Community Partners! 🌟
Our high school students—the future leaders of tomorrow—are eager to roll up their sleeves and get involved! Whether it’s lending a hand at an event, supporting a cause, or making a difference in the community, they’re ready to help.
📩 Have a volunteer opportunity? Send the details to rsailer@ncrawford.k12.wi.us
We’ll do our best to connect students with your volunteer needs and help fill those opportunities. Together, we can connect students with meaningful experiences that build skills, leadership, and community spirit!
Our high school students—the future leaders of tomorrow—are eager to roll up their sleeves and get involved! Whether it’s lending a hand at an event, supporting a cause, or making a difference in the community, they’re ready to help.
📩 Have a volunteer opportunity? Send the details to rsailer@ncrawford.k12.wi.us
We’ll do our best to connect students with your volunteer needs and help fill those opportunities. Together, we can connect students with meaningful experiences that build skills, leadership, and community spirit!
Tomorrow’s lunch will be extra special as we celebrate all of our September birthdays! Every student will get to celebrate with a Confetti Cupcake alongside their meal.
On the menu:
• K–8: 🍕 Cheesy Stuffed Crust Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza served with corn and fresh apple slices
• High School: Build-your-own Boneless Wing Bar with all the sauces, plus a baked potato
We’re excited to serve up a great lunch and make September birthdays a little sweeter.
Don't forgot to check us out on Instagram @NC_trojanskitchen
As you walk into the high school today, you are greeted by amazing smells coming from the food class. Take a look at the pics.
📋 The Federal Free & Reduced Meal Application: One Simple Form = Big Impact 📋
Even if you don’t think you’ll qualify, completing this form is very important for our school community.
Applications are available online in your Skyward Family Portal. Hard copies are available in both offices or can be printed off the district website. We’re also happy to send one home with your child—or even mail one to you.
Taking a few minutes to fill out the form helps your child—and helps our whole district!
Even if you don’t think you’ll qualify, completing this form is very important for our school community.
Applications are available online in your Skyward Family Portal. Hard copies are available in both offices or can be printed off the district website. We’re also happy to send one home with your child—or even mail one to you.
Taking a few minutes to fill out the form helps your child—and helps our whole district!
As they do each year, the Crawford County Health Department is working with the North Crawford School District to offer the seasonal influenza vaccine to children at school at no cost. Flu vaccines will be offered at school on Friday, October 3rd, from 10:00-1:00. This year families will have a choice between receiving the vaccine via the FluMist nasal spray, or the traditional flu shot. Consent forms were sent home with elementary students, and are available from the middle/high school office. Forms should be turned in by this Friday, September 12th.
North Crawford MS/HS physical education students have been playing football, utilizing the weight room, and playing movement games in the first few days of school ! They are learning and working together. Daily exercise is good for the brain and learning.
Collaboration at its best! Students in Ms. Duncan’s class are building their classroom agreements to set the tone for a positive year, with Mr. Strong helping support the process. 🤝🌟
👟 3rd–5th Grade Run Club kicked off today. Smiles, teamwork, and lots of steps! What an awesome start!
The Food4Kids program provides a free bag of food each week to North Crawford students who may need extra support at home. Bags are sent home discreetly with students before the weekend. This program is open to any student in the North Crawford School District and is completely confidential.
Please complete the convenient form below to enroll your child(ren).
https://forms.gle/gDrEzTF6eTery2HeA
**Only one form is needed per family**
Again, this form is kept confidential. Physical forms will also be sent home later this week.
Questions can be emailed to cfinnell@ncrawford.k12.wi.us or by calling 608-735-4311 ext. 183
*Monetary and Food donations are accepted throughout the year for this program*
Tech Tips for Families: What Type of Parent Are You?
Understanding your parenting style can help you shape how your child adapts to the online world. The “Digital Resilience Toolkit: What Type of Parent Are You?” from Internet Matters offers insights into four common styles—Authoritative, Authoritarian, Permissive, and Neglectful—and suggests practical ways to boost digital resilience:
Authoritative: A balance of boundaries and independence—ideal for guiding kids to safely explore online.
Authoritarian (“my way or the highway”): Can limit resilience—try listening more and letting your child make safe choices.
Permissive (“best friend” style): Without limits, kids may struggle with boundaries—practice setting rules and explaining why they matter.
Neglectful: Leaving kids to fend for themselves online increases risk—make time to connect, ask about their online world, and offer guidance.
Click this link for more: https://www.internetmatters.org/resources/digital-resilience-toolkit/digital-resilience-toolkit-what-type-of-parent-are-you/
Understanding your parenting style can help you shape how your child adapts to the online world. The “Digital Resilience Toolkit: What Type of Parent Are You?” from Internet Matters offers insights into four common styles—Authoritative, Authoritarian, Permissive, and Neglectful—and suggests practical ways to boost digital resilience:
Authoritative: A balance of boundaries and independence—ideal for guiding kids to safely explore online.
Authoritarian (“my way or the highway”): Can limit resilience—try listening more and letting your child make safe choices.
Permissive (“best friend” style): Without limits, kids may struggle with boundaries—practice setting rules and explaining why they matter.
Neglectful: Leaving kids to fend for themselves online increases risk—make time to connect, ask about their online world, and offer guidance.
Click this link for more: https://www.internetmatters.org/resources/digital-resilience-toolkit/digital-resilience-toolkit-what-type-of-parent-are-you/
Part II: Middle School community building day- low ropes challenge.
Smiles, laughter, and lots of learning — what a way to kick off the year! 🌟 Happy first Friday, North Crawford Elementary!
Picture Day is September 15th!
Middle school community building day- starts out with trust exercises, followed by low ropes challenge course.
