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Choosing a high school is a major step in your education. This section offers lots of information for you in making that decision. So, take some time to explore what makes us unique:  view some of our online videos, check out our curriculum guide, and read what some of our  staff and students have to say about  Omaha Northwest High School. 

 

Am I Eligible to Attend Northwest?

The district maintains a web site that can provide preliminary information on a student's eligibility to attend Omaha Northwest High School. The system is called "DOSO" for Directory of School Options and is maintained by the school district. Contact information is provided on the page.

What kind of schedule can I expect at Northwest? 

Northwest prides itself on being able to help students achieve their academic goals by offfering a wide range of classes and programs.  Below are a few example 9th grade schedules.

 

Example 1 : Honors Program

 

PERIOD                         CLASS

 

1                                       English 1-2 (Honors)

2                                       US History 1-2 (Honors)

3                    Geometry 1-2 (Honors) or Algebra 3-4 (Honors)

4                    Biology 1-2 (Honors)

5                                       Lunch

6                                       Gateway to Technology (Honors)

7                                       P.E., ROTC. or Concert Marching)  Band

8                                       Elective

9                                       Elective

           

 

Example 2 : Academic Program

 

PERIOD                         CLASS

 

1                                        English 1-2

2                                        US History 1-2

3                                        Gateway to Algebra, Algebra 1-2, or Geometry 1-2

4                                        Biology 1-2

5                                        Lunch

6                                        Gateway to Technology

7                                        Physical Education, ROTC, or Concert (Marching)Band

8                                        Elective

9                                        Elective

 

Freshmen Electives: International Language (Spanish, German & French), Concert Band, ROTC 1-2, Family & Consumer Science Comprehensive, Clothing 1-2, Foods 1-2, Art 1-2, Industrial Materials Processing 1-2, Journalism, Drama, Clothing Basics, Keyboarding, CAD/Design Engineering 1-2, Men’s Chorus, Treble Chorus, Orchestra, Music Theory, Music Literature, Child Development 1-2, Personal Finance.

 

 

What else can I do at Northwest?  

 

Co-curricular activities at Northwest High School are an important part of a student’s total educational experience. Students are urged to participate in a variety of activities. Generally, students who participate in activities are more successful in their studies. Northwest currently offers over 30 Clubs and organization for students to join, not to mention the various athletic endevors available. Below is a list of our school sponsored clubs and organizations:

• Academic Decathlon
• African American Leadership Assoc. (AALA)
• African Appreciation Club
• Art Club
• Bowling Club
• Cheerleading
• Chess Club
• DECA
• Drama Club
• ESL/Latino International Club
• Flag Corps
• French Club
• Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)
• German Club
• Griot
• High Steppers Drill Team
• Husky Club
• JROTC Color Guard
• JROTC Drill Team
• Mathematics – Science Club
• National French Honor Society
• National German Honor Society
• National Honor Society
• National Spanish Honor Society
• Paw Prints (Creative Writing)
• Pom Squad
• Quill & Scroll Honor Society
• Spanish Club
• Student Council
• The Yukon (Newspaper)
• Yearbook