We’re excited to welcome you to the 2025–2026 school year! Whether you’re returning to the Nest or joining us for the first time, we’re honored to have you in our community.
At Northfield, our vision is setting the stage for educational equity and academic excellence. We’re committed to giving every student access to a high-quality, inclusive education—built on strong relationships, high expectations, and the belief that every learner belongs.
This year, we continue to embrace the values that make Northfield a vibrant place to learn:
We can’t wait to see our students’ energy fill the hallways again. Thank you for trusting and partnering with us so every Nighthawk feels a deep sense of belonging, is challenged to grow, and is empowered to soar—ready to lead with purpose and make a meaningful impact in our community and beyond.
We’re grateful to have you as part of the Northfield family and can’t wait to see all that our students will accomplish this year.
With appreciation,
Jessica Rodriguez Bracey
Principal
To help keep traffic flowing and students safe, please review the Transportation Page on our website. You’ll find maps and details for both on-campus and off-campus drop-off and pick-up locations.
Per our Community Handbook, students cannot be released after 3:00 p.m. except for athletics, emergencies, or prior approved arrangements.
Please extend grace to our community during the first two weeks of drop-off and pick-up, as routines are still settling and traffic may be slower than usual.
Spaces are Limited
As a reminder, we share our campus with DSST Conservatory Green, so parking is limited. We appreciate everyone doing their part to make the most of the space we have. Please review the guidelines below to help keep parking safe, organized, and neighbor-friendly.
Vehicle Registration (required for all)
All students and staff who drive must register their vehicle—even if parking in the neighborhood. Click here to register your student’s vehicle. It helps us keep you safe, contact you in an emergency, prevent tickets/towing, and maintain good relationships with our neighbors.
Locations
1. South Lot (54th Ave): Staff/teacher parking only — no student parking.
2. North Lot (56th Ave): West side near B1/B3 (30 spaces): Reserved for staff — please do not park here. Remaining spaces: Seniors/Juniors only, first-come, first-served. Senior Parking Pass required.
3. Northeast Lot (near tennis courts): Junior/Senior parking only. Student parking decal required.
Need a Decal?
Click here to complete the student vehicle registration form.
Please extend grace to our community during the first two weeks of drop-off and pick-up, as routines are still settling and traffic may be slower than usual.
Per district policy, All DPS high school students must wear their ID badges during school hours and have them for school business, such as checking out library books or purchasing event tickets. IDs were given out at enrollment; if you didn’t receive one, visit the main office in B5 for a temporary ID.
Missed the school supplies list? No worries — here it is! We know some items may be out of stock, so you’ll have time this week to grab what you need.
If you’re looking for another way to support our school community, we’re accepting donations of:
🧽 Disinfectant wipes (any brand)
🧻 Boxes of tissues
🎓 Northfield caps & gowns
☕ Coffee pods for staff — because fueled teachers = happy students!
Please drop off all donations at the main office. Thank you for supporting our students and staff!
A new Colorado state law now limits student cell phone use during the school day — something we began implementing at Northfield three years ago. Our consistent approach has helped create a better learning environment, and this year, we’re continuing to hold that line school-wide.
Policy Reminder:
Students are not permitted to use cell phones or electronic devices in the classroom at any time for any reason (unless specifically stated in an IEP or 504 plan). This includes the use of AirPods, other headphones, or similar electronic devices. Each teacher will have a clearly communicated system for managing cell phones to ensure they are put away and do not distract from learning.
Why this matters:
For more details on our cell phone policy, please review our Community Handbook.
We’re excited to introduce Thrillshare Rooms, our new way for families and staff to stay connected! Right now, our teachers and staff are still learning the platform, so thanks for your patience as we get it rolling. We’ll share more tips and updates soon—can’t wait for you to see it in action!
Senior Sunrise is on Tuesday, August 19, from 5:30–7:00 a.m. This special, seniors-only event kicks off your student’s final year at Northfield with breakfast burritos, music, games, and banner painting—courtesy of Student Council.
We’d love to make the morning even more special with donations from senior parents. If you’re able to help, please sign up here to bring something for everyone to share.
-Senior Portrait Submission – By February 1st, 2026 – https://photos.jostens.com/N6K6UV
-Senior Tribute Ad – By Feb 1 – $140 for 1/4 page ad, $105 for 1/8 https://www.jostens.com/apps/jcom/router.mvc?affiliateId=2546222
If you need support, discounts are available. Please contact Dan_Clarke@dpsk12.net
Purchase your yearbook now.
Cheapest Price – Until Nov 1 $80
Goes up after Nov. 1 and will cost $100 at the end of the year
Click here to order yours today!
⚠️No Registration = Not on Team Roster!
Teams for the season have been finalized! Please make sure your registration is complete—any incomplete registrations will result in removal from the roster by Monday.
NOTE: Students rostered on a team this season can pick up their Pay to Play stickers—which allow free entry to league games—from Ms. Shea Morris in the Bldg. 5 front office.
Sign Up / Register:
Let us know if you plan to play or try out by completing the Intent to Play form here:
Fall Baseball Interest Form
Tryouts:
📅 Saturday, August 16
🕙 10:00 AM
📍 NHS Baseball Field
Practice Schedule:
We anticipate one practice per week, as games will be our main meeting times.
League Start Date:
Additional Info for Families:
Start Date: Monday, August 25
Practice Times: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7:00–8:30 PM
Contact: Elijah Whelchel for more details
Games start as early as Monday, August 18!
Stay informed with real-time schedules and updates:
View the Nighthawk Sports Calendar
This summer, 16 students set out on an unforgettable STEM adventure in Belize—trekking from mountain streams to vibrant coral reefs. They planted trees to fight erosion, learned climate-smart farming from local growers, and rolled up their sleeves for a beach cleanup to witness the ocean’s challenges up close.
Along the way, they immersed themselves in Belizean culture, made lasting memories, and discovered how science connects people and the planet.
Advisors Angela Cannava and Abby Cox joined rising seniors Kalani Junta, Natalie Clark, and Hayden Zeps at the HOSA International Leadership Conference in Nashville this June. The students competed in Veterinary Science, Family Medicine Physician, and Research Poster events—while also attending symposiums, donating blood, and networking with future healthcare leaders from across the country.
Reina Cruz
Assistant Principal and IB Coordinator at Northfield High School. Now in the seventh year at Northfield, Reina is passionate about equity, student voice, and creating a welcoming, challenging school community. Work includes coordinating the IB program, overseeing assessments, and supporting teachers to help every student succeed. Outside of school, current activities include training for a half marathon, keeping up with a four-year-old starting ECE4 at Swigert, and pursuing a doctorate.
Aoi Jackson
New to Northfield in an Assistant Principal position. She is a Colorado native and has been in education for 17 years. She has a 3-year-old son wo keeps her and her husband very busy. The family enjoys going to the movies, sporting events, being outdoors and also a nice relaxing day at home.
Save The Date: Wednesday, Aug 27, 5:30 – 7:00 PM
🎉 Join us for a casual, fun evening to connect with teachers and staff—no student conferences here! Enjoy music 🎶, department tables 🏫, student performances 🎭, and yes… prizes 🎁! Please save one-on-one teacher conferences for October. Don’t miss the Seniors Meeting and the IB Diploma Meeting for Juniors, each offered at two convenient times this year.
📣 Don’t miss out! Pre-order Spirit Wear 👕✨ for you and your student and swing by Building 2 at Back to School Night to pick it up!”
We’ll have more details next week.
The SchoolChoice timeline is changing!
The DPS SchoolChoice open enrollment process is for any student who wants or needs to attend a new school for the following school year. For 2026-27, the Round 1 window will open on Dec. 2, 2025, at 10 a.m. and close on Jan. 20, 2026, at 4 p.m. Families will be notified of placement results in late February. This change will allow families more time to submit their application and learn of their placement or waitlist positions earlier in the year.
DPS will share additional information in the coming weeks and months. In the meantime, visit the SchoolChoice website to learn more.
Mandatory — students not registered cannot attend Northfield.
How to Register
Only the parent/guardian in the student’s primary household can complete registration.
Residency Verification
If you are new to DPS or recently moved into the boundary, you must also complete Residency Verification.Questions?Contact our registrar.
Northfield has the following vacancies for the 2025–26 school year:
For those who are interested in applying, we’ll be sending out self-nomination forms next Friday, August 22 and they’ll be accepted through Friday, August 29.
Click here to visit the CSC page on our website for more information about this committee.
The Northfield Foundation is looking for parents/family members to help them manage inventory, fill orders, set up and sell spirit wear at various school events throughout the year. They do welcome student help for some events. Email spiritwear@thenorthfieldfoundation.com
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