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All current Northrop families are sent a weekly email newsletter with important and timely updates. If you are not receiving them, please make sure your contact information is up-to-date with the school office.
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![Kids sitting outside in the grass]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715621394/mplsk12mnus/qeklvpqdlllnbilxt3v1/IMG_2791.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1715621394/mplsk12mnus/qeklvpqdlllnbilxt3v1/IMG_2791.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1715621394/mplsk12mnus/qeklvpqdlllnbilxt3v1/IMG_2791.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1715621394/mplsk12mnus/qeklvpqdlllnbilxt3v1/IMG_2791.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1715621394/mplsk12mnus/qeklvpqdlllnbilxt3v1/IMG_2791.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1715621394/mplsk12mnus/qeklvpqdlllnbilxt3v1/IMG_2791.jpg","width":2200}])
We'd love to have you volunteer to support Northrop Community School! Please check out the Volunteering at Northrop page to learn more.
![2026-27 Back to School Information]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1718728021/mplsk12mnus/lshot0swxgtu0cpynqxk/List.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1718728021/mplsk12mnus/lshot0swxgtu0cpynqxk/List.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1718728021/mplsk12mnus/lshot0swxgtu0cpynqxk/List.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1718728021/mplsk12mnus/lshot0swxgtu0cpynqxk/List.jpg","width":1024}])
We are excited to welcome students back to Northrop Community School for School Year 2026-2027!
Click for more back to school event dates and school supply lists.
![Northrop Playground with a play structure and multiple swings]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1728133311/mplsk12mnus/smjyuepdycqio8wmo8rv/playground.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1728133311/mplsk12mnus/smjyuepdycqio8wmo8rv/playground.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1728133311/mplsk12mnus/smjyuepdycqio8wmo8rv/playground.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1728133311/mplsk12mnus/smjyuepdycqio8wmo8rv/playground.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1728133311/mplsk12mnus/smjyuepdycqio8wmo8rv/playground.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1728133311/mplsk12mnus/smjyuepdycqio8wmo8rv/playground.jpg","width":2200}])
Northrop students have had such a great year with lots of learning and growth! Have a great summer and we're excited to see you back in September!
If your child will miss school for a family activity or vacation, please make sure to complete the Absence Request Form
![Mr Tifft with Students standing in front of Minnehaha Falls in fall]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727134002/mplsk12mnus/boqwxkaaawhvb8piuvik/WalkathonTifftwithstudents.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727134002/mplsk12mnus/boqwxkaaawhvb8piuvik/WalkathonTifftwithstudents.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1727134002/mplsk12mnus/boqwxkaaawhvb8piuvik/WalkathonTifftwithstudents.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1727134002/mplsk12mnus/boqwxkaaawhvb8piuvik/WalkathonTifftwithstudents.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1727134002/mplsk12mnus/boqwxkaaawhvb8piuvik/WalkathonTifftwithstudents.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1727134002/mplsk12mnus/boqwxkaaawhvb8piuvik/WalkathonTifftwithstudents.jpg","width":2200}])
On Thursday, October 9, 2025, Northrop students aren't just taking a walk to Minnehaha Falls—they're making a difference.
![Brightly colored autumn leaves on the ground]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727024904/mplsk12mnus/mdiloh6oksq5glwhefex/FallLeaves.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727024904/mplsk12mnus/mdiloh6oksq5glwhefex/FallLeaves.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1727024904/mplsk12mnus/mdiloh6oksq5glwhefex/FallLeaves.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1727024904/mplsk12mnus/mdiloh6oksq5glwhefex/FallLeaves.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1727024904/mplsk12mnus/mdiloh6oksq5glwhefex/FallLeaves.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1727024904/mplsk12mnus/mdiloh6oksq5glwhefex/FallLeaves.jpg","width":2200}])
Register for fall after school Community Education programs at Northrop by October 6th!