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Northwest Elementary is proud to announce that we have been recognized as a 2026 ECTAC Exceeding Expectations Award School, one of only 35 elementary schools in Florida to earn this distinction.
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Battle of the Books
Battle of the Books
Sunshine State Young Reader Award Books - Battle of the Books
Students are encouraged to read as many of the 15 SSYRA books as possible. The books are available as ebooks or audiobooks on Sora, which can be accessed through Clever Students may begin reading the books as soon as possible, including over the summer. Copies of these books are available at most local public libraries and will be available at our school media center and some 3rd through 5th grade classrooms.
Northwest will be competing in The Battle of the Books. Students in grades 3, 4 and 5 have the opportunity to participate. For more information, contact Mrs. Krajnik at 893-2147