MOST RECENT VIDEOS

• 1:23 Classroom Close-Up: Ms. Behm's Preschool Class Explores the Butterfly Life Cycle Featured

  Join us in Tricia Behm's half-day preschool class at Ridge Wood Elementary School as the children explore the butterfly life cycle. In this episode of Classroom Close-Up, watch the students care for caterpillars, draw pictures of chrysalises, and prepare a butterfly house with flowers and oranges, all in anticipation of releasing their butterflies into the community.

  Uploaded May 23, 2024
• 3:17 Middle School Choirs Earn Superior Rating at Cedar Point Music Festival Featured

  The combined Hillside and Meads Mill Middle School choir earned a Superior rating at Cedar Point's Trills and Thrills Music Festival. The students celebrated their achievement with a fun-filled afternoon at the amusement park.

  Uploaded May 21, 2024
• 3:42 Northville Middle Schools Embrace "Be Nice" Initiative for Mental Health Featured

  Northville's Hillside and Meads Mill Middle Schools have embraced the "Be Nice" initiative. This program prioritizes mental health awareness and support, encouraging students to notice, invite, challenge, and empower themselves and others. Through engaging activities, students develop coping mechanisms and empathy, fostering a positive environment where everyone feels valued. The initiative reflects a commitment to creating a community where kindness and empathy are paramount, ensuring every student feels supported in prioritizing their mental wellness.

  Uploaded May 15, 2024
• 6:59 Northville Public Schools: Leading the Way in Educational Innovation Featured

  Ted Dintersmith's documentary "What School Could Be: Michigan" spotlights Northville Public Schools as a groundbreaking example of innovation in public education. The film reveals how Northville is reimagining traditional schooling by emphasizing relational practices that foster community, connection, and student empowerment. Through interviews with educators, students, and administrators, viewers gain insight into Northville's efforts to create a more inclusive and holistic learning environment. The documentary shows how Northville's use of restorative circles, fair processes, and open dialogue is transforming the school culture into one centered on empathy, collaboration, and mutual respect.

  Uploaded May 08, 2024
• 3:01 Northville Public Schools Partners with Local Police for Crafting with a Cop Event Featured

  Northville Public Schools recently partnered with the Northville Township Police Department to host Crafting with a Cop, a unique event designed to build positive relationships between elementary students and local law enforcement. The most recent event was held at Moraine Elementary School, the event offered students the chance to create crafts alongside police officers and interact with Max, the department's therapy dog. The initiative aims to humanize police officers and foster trust within the community.

  Uploaded May 07, 2024
• 1:41 Classroom Close-Up: Ms. Heron's 2nd Grade Poetry Cafe Featured

  In this Classroom Close-Up, we visit Shannon Heron's 2nd grade Poetry Cafe. Ms. Heron's students have been exploring various types of poems and composing their own. Today, each student proudly read two of their favorite pieces to an audience of family and classmates, who snapped in applause for their success.

  Uploaded May 03, 2024
• 1:27 Classroom Close-Up: 4th Graders Find Their Rhythm with Ukuleles in Ms. Farmer's Class Featured

  In this Classroom Close-Up, we visit Katie Farmer's music class at Amerman Elementary, where 4th-grade students are learning to play the ukulele and create rhythm patterns. This interactive session encourages students to explore music through practical exercises and teamwork, helping them build foundational skills with their instruments. Through structured lessons and collaborative activities, the class provides a lively environment for learning music basics.

  Uploaded Apr 26, 2024 by Katelyn Rork
• 2:11 NPS Bond 2023 Progress Update: April 2024 Featured

  In our latest Bond Progress Update, we’re thrilled to announce technology upgrades across the district, thanks to the 2023 Bond. We're introducing 3,600 new Chromebooks, giving students durable devices for learning, collaboration, and creativity. Additionally, all Promethean boards are being replaced with new, brighter, and more responsive touchboards, along with updated document cameras, enhancing classroom interactivity.

  Uploaded Apr 24, 2024
• 2:56 Classroom Close-Up: Ms. Ritter Starts Swim Class for ASD Students Featured

  Dive into our latest Classroom Close-Up at Northville High School's pool! Discover how a newly crafted swim class is making waves for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Ms. Ritter's dedication led her through rigorous lifeguard certification training to bring this vision to life. Thanks to a grant from the Northville Educational Foundation, the class is equipped with adaptive pool gear. Plus, peer links add an inclusive touch to the program!

  Uploaded Apr 15, 2024
• 1:03 Celestial Spectacle: Solar Eclipse Wows Students While Safety Takes Center Stage Featured

  Get ready for a cosmic spectacle because a Solar Eclipse is on the horizon this Monday (4/8)! Superintendent Dr. Webber is perched on the playground to remind us: safety first! Don't forget those eclipse glasses! Let's make this eclipse unforgettable—in a good way! Thanks for helping us keep our students safe and starry-eyed.

  Uploaded Apr 05, 2024