Northern Heights National Honor Society: Building Leadership and Service
The National Honor Society (NHS) is one of the most prestigious organizations available to high school students, recognizing outstanding achievement in scholarship, leadership, service, and character. At Northern Heights High School, NHS membership is open to juniors and seniors who demonstrate these qualities both in and out of the classroom.
Students become eligible to apply halfway through their sophomore year if they hold a 3.5 GPA or higher. Those who are selected will officially be welcomed during the NHS Induction Ceremony on March 10, 2026.
This year, the Northern Heights NHS chapter has already begun preparing meaningful service opportunities for members. The first blood drive will be held on September 10, 2025, at NLC Elementary, providing a chance for students and community members to give back in a life-saving way. Later in the semester, members will host the Senior Citizen Dinner on December 5, 2025, continuing a beloved tradition of honoring and connecting with the community’s older generations.
Looking ahead, NHS plans to continue signature service events like the blood drive and senior citizens’ banquet, as well as add small fundraising projects. The funds raised will go toward a scholarship awarded to graduating NHS seniors who have shown dedication to the chapter and plan to further their education after high school.
Northern Heights NHS has a proud history of excellence. In the past three years alone, three students, Taylor Pringle, Bethany DeDonder, and Addisyn Hinrichs, qualified for the National NHS Scholarship, each receiving $3,200 to help with college expenses. Their success demonstrates the opportunities the HS provides for motivated students at Northern Heights.
With a commitment to service, leadership, and academic success, the Northern Heights National Honor Society continues to make a lasting impact on both its members and the community.
Article by: Meagan Allen
20 days ago, Misty DeDonder
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New District Procedure: Signing Students Out After Away Games
21 days ago, Lea Hamlin
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The 2025 Northern Heights football team store is now open. It will close Wednesday, September 3, 2025 (11:59 PM CDT)

https://nhhsfootball25.itemorder.com/shop/home/
22 days ago, Lea Hamlin
TOMORROW is PICTURE DAY at NLC!!!
24 days ago, Nicky Nuessen
August 2025 NLC Picture Day
This week at Northern Heights
24 days ago, Lea Hamlin
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We've had a great first three days of school at NLC!!! We would like to introduce you to the new teachers who have joined our staff. We are excited for the 2025-2026 school year!
26 days ago, Aimee Landgren
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Here are the NLC Activity bus routes for after fall practices.
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5:20pm-Arrive NLC
5:22pm-Depart NLC
5:30pm-Depart Victory Fellowship
5:45pm-Depart Gravel Pile
5:57pm-Depart Allen
6:00pm-Depart NHHS
6:08pm-Depart Admire City Stop
6:25pm-Depart Reading
6:45pm-Depart Gravel Pile
7:00pm-NLC

Please remind your child to sign up in the office. When all students on the list are on the bus, it will depart NLC. Thank you everyone and looking forward to a great fall season.
27 days ago, Katherine Adams
Follow USD 251 North Lyon County on Instagram!
27 days ago, Nicky Nuessen
USD 251
ROOMS - USD 251 Communication for Parents and Guardians!
Do you need help getting started? Here is a link with some great videos.
https://info.apptegy.com/for-parents-and-guardians
If you need additional assistance, feel free to email Nicky at nuessenn@usd251.org
27 days ago, Nicky Nuessen
ROOMS Overview
The USD 251 Activity Bus Route
Please remember these times are approximate.
28 days ago, Lea Hamlin
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This morning, Northern Heights staff welcomed our students back in style- music playing, high-fives, smiles at the door, and a warm greeting from our staff.  During assembly, we introduced our “starting line-up”, bringing the same excitement and energy we hope to see all year long. 
29 days ago, Lea Hamlin
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NLC Elementary School is hiring a TEACHER AIDE!
Do you love working with kids? Would you enjoy having a work schedule that matches your own children's school calendar? If so, you might be the perfect fit for our team!
Please send a classified application to nuessenn@usd251.org. The application form can be found at https://www.usd251.org/page/employment
We'd love to have you join us in making a difference every day!

29 days ago, Nicky Nuessen
We're hiring

Northern Heights Volleyball store is now live and will end on Sunday, August 24th

NHHS Volleyball

29 days ago, Morgan Stout
If you are a 7th or 8th-grade student or parent, Mr. Lang will be at NLC Open House tonight if you would like additional information for our 2027 trip to Budapest, Vienna, and Prague.

To Sign up for our Upcoming EF Tour, use this link:

www.eftours.com/2859124XP
29 days ago, Misty DeDonder

We are so excited to continue serving local beef to our students this year!

about 1 month ago, Stacie Horton
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We are excited to welcome our students and families into the building as we kick off a brand-new school year!
about 1 month ago, Lea Hamlin
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Order now- The NHHS & NLC Cross Country store is open until Sunday August 24th.

https://nhhsxc2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/
about 1 month ago, Lane Callanan
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about 1 month ago, Katherine Adams

USD 251 Welcomes Staff Back for Annual Back-to-School Inservice
USD 251 officially welcomed back all staff yesterday with the annual "Back-to-School Inservice." In addition to essential training and professional development, the day featured delicious food and the celebration of several service awards honoring staff dedication and milestones. It was a great kickoff to the new school year!
A highlight of the event was honoring John Price for 35 years of service to the district. He received a standing ovation from all staff—a well-deserved recognition for his incredible dedication and impact over the years!
5 years: Venessa Anderson, Bob Blair, Kristy Ciero, Carla Crane, Jefferson Holmes, and Stacie Horton.
10 years: Lea Hamlin, Adriane Lang, and Jacob Lang.
20 years: Aimee Landgren and Mark Robinson.
25 years: Jennifer Richmond.
35 years: John Price.

about 1 month ago, Nicky Nuessen
Honoring our dedicated staff!
Honoring Mrs. Anderson
Honoring Mrs. Horton
Honoring Ms. Richmond
Honoring Mr. Price
🏈🏐🏃‍♀️ Sports Practices- Monday, August 18 & Tuesday, August 19
NHHS: 3:20-5:30 PM
NLC: 3:45-5:15 PM
🚌 Bus route times have already been shared in a previous post.

Reminder: All athletes MUST have a completed physical on file to participate in practice.
about 1 month ago, Lea Hamlin
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