🎃💜 **HALLOWEEN LOOKS DIFFERENT FOR EVERY CHILD!** 💜🎃

At **Norwood Public School**, we believe Halloween should be fun, safe, and inclusive for EVERY child! As our little ghosts, goblins, and superheroes head out to trick-or-treat, remember that not every disability or challenge is visible. 🧡

💜 **Purple Buckets & Epilepsy Awareness:** Some children carry purple buckets to raise awareness about epilepsy. Flashing lights, strobe effects, and certain decorations can trigger seizures in some individuals with epilepsy. Not everyone with epilepsy is sensitive to flashing lights, but choosing steady lighting can help make Halloween safer and more welcoming!

💙 **Blue Buckets & Autism Awareness:** Some children carry blue buckets to represent autism. Loud noises, bright lights, crowds, and unfamiliar situations can be overwhelming. Be patient and understanding!

🩵 **Nonverbal Trick-or-Treaters:** Not every child can say "Trick or Treat" or "Thank You." A smile, wave, or simply holding out a candy bucket is enough!

🎃 **Different Ages, Same Joy:** Older children and teenagers with disabilities may enjoy trick-or-treating, too. Kindness has no age limit!

🩵 **Teal Pumpkins:** A teal pumpkin indicates that non-food treats are available for children with food allergies or other needs.

💛 **Mobility & Accessibility:** Some children may not be able to climb steps or walk up to your door. Meet them where they are!

🍬 **No Costume? No Problem!** Some children cannot tolerate masks, face paint, or certain fabrics. They still deserve to participate.

❤️ **Remember:** Bucket colors can help raise awareness, but they aren't universal. A child shouldn't have to explain a disability, speak, wear a costume, or carry a certain color bucket to be included.

✨ **A little understanding can make a BIG difference in a child's Halloween experience!**

At Norwood, we believe **every child matters, every child belongs, and every child deserves a little Halloween magic!** 💚

🎃 **Be patient. Be welcoming. Be kind.**

#NorwoodPublicSchool #InclusiveHalloween #EpilepsyAwareness #AutismAcceptance #TealPumpkinProject #EveryChildMatters #NorwoodFamily
about 15 hours ago, Coach Meter
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🎃👻 **FRIDAY: SAY BOO TO DRUGS!** 👻🎃

It's the FINAL DAY of **Drug-Free Week at Norwood School**, and we're ending it with some spooky fun! 💚🐝

Today, students can wear their favorite Halloween costumes as we celebrate a full week of standing together against drugs!

🎃 **Friday's Theme:** Say BOO to Drugs!

👻 **Dress Up:** Wear your favorite Halloween costume!

🧡 **Our Message:** "Drugs are scary enough — choose a drug-free life!"

We've spent this week reminding our students that they have bright futures, big dreams, and endless possibilities ahead of them.

Being drug free isn't just about one week — it's about making good choices every single day!

Thank you to all our students and staff for participating and helping make Drug-Free Week a success!

💚 **Stay safe, stay spooky, and stay drug free, Hornets!** 🐝

#NorwoodHornets #DrugFreeWeek #SayBooToDrugs #HealthyChoices #HornetPride
about 15 hours ago, Coach Meter
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🛒🎟️ GROCERY BOX RAFFLE! 🎟️🛒 Who couldn’t use some FREE groceries?! 🥫🍞🧃 Our Norwood Fall Festival Grocery Box Raffle is back, and for just $1 a chance, you could be taking home a box full of groceries! 🎉 🎟️ Tickets are just $1 each! 🐝 All Norwood students are selling tickets, so find your favorite Hornet and grab a few chances to WIN! 🍂 Fall Festival: Friday, November 13th 📍 Norwood Public School You don’t have to have a student at Norwood to participate! Everyone in our community is welcome to purchase tickets and support our school. 💚🖤 Just $1 could fill your pantry! Thank you for supporting our Norwood Hornets, and GOOD LUCK! 🐝
1 day ago, Coach Meter
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🪩✌️ **THURSDAY: DRUG FREE THROUGH THE DECADES!** ✌️🪩

We're traveling back in time for Day 4 of **Drug-Free Week at Norwood School!** 💚🐝

Whether you're rocking the 50s, grooving through the 70s, bringing back the 80s, or showing off your favorite 90s or Y2K style, today is your day!

🎶 **Thursday's Theme:** Drug Free Through the Decades

🕺 **Dress Up:** Pick your favorite decade and show off your style!

✨ **Our Message:** "Being drug free never goes out of style!"

Styles may change, music may change, and trends may come and go, but making healthy choices will ALWAYS be cool!

Let's see those throwback looks, Hornets! 💚

#NorwoodHornets #DrugFreeWeek #DecadesDay #DrugFreeNeverGoesOutOfStyle
1 day ago, Coach Meter
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🍁🎡 **NORWOOD FALL FESTIVAL IS ALMOST HERE!** 🎡🍁

Who's ready for a night of food, fun, and a little friendly competition?! 🍂🎃

📅 **Friday, November 13th**
📍 **Norwood School**
⏰ **Festivities begin at 5:30 PM!**

Here's what's happening:

🌮 **Indian Tacos, Chili & Beans** | 5:30–7:30 PM in the cafeteria

🎯 **Festival Games** | 5:30–7:30 PM

🧺 **Theme Basket Bidding** | 5:30–7:00 PM

🥧 **Pie Auction** | 7:45 PM in the gym

🎟️ Plus, don't forget about our **Grocery Box Raffle, Cake Walk, Sweet Shop, and MORE!**

Whether you're coming for the Indian tacos (we won't judge if you come back for seconds 🤭), trying your luck at the games, or hoping to take home a theme basket, there's something for everyone!

💚 **And here's the best part — you DON'T have to attend Norwood to join the fun!** Our Fall Festival is open to the ENTIRE community!

🎄 All proceeds help provide Christmas candy and gifts for our Norwood students!

🍁 **Bring your family, invite your neighbors, and come make some memories with us!**

💚 **Small School. Big Heart. One Amazing Community!** 💚

#NorwoodFallFestival #NorwoodFamily #CommunityStrong #FallFestival2026
3 days ago, Coach Meter
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🤪🌈 **WEDNESDAY: DRUGS ARE WACKY!** 🌈🤪

It's WACKY WEDNESDAY at Norwood School, and we're halfway through Drug-Free Week! 💚🐝

Today is all about being yourself, having fun, and showing that you don't need drugs to enjoy life!

🌈 **Wednesday's Theme:** Drugs Are Wacky!

🧦 Crazy hair, mismatched clothes, silly socks, tutus, backwards outfits — the WACKIER, the BETTER!

✨ **Our Message:** "Life is fun enough without drugs!"

We can't wait to see all the crazy and creative outfits walking through our hallways today!

#NorwoodHornets #DrugFreeWeek #WackyWednesday #BeYourself
3 days ago, Coach Meter
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🍪🚨 COOKIE DOUGH HAS ARRIVED! 🚨🍪 Attention Norwood Families! 💚💛 Our cookie dough fundraiser orders are HERE and READY FOR PICKUP! 📦 Please make arrangements to pick up your orders as soon as possible! ❄️ Cookie dough must be kept refrigerated or frozen, so prompt pickup is important! 💚 Thank you for supporting our Norwood students! We appreciate you! #NorwoodPublicSchool #CookieDoughFundraiser #NorwoodFamily
3 days ago, Coach Meter
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🍪💚 **COOKIE DOUGH DELIVERY IS TODAY!** 💚🍪

Attention Norwood Families! 📣

Our cookie dough fundraiser orders will be delivered **TODAY, Tuesday, October 27, at 11:00 AM!**

📦 **Please make arrangements to pick up your cookie dough orders as soon as possible after delivery!**

❄️ Remember, cookie dough needs to be kept refrigerated or frozen, so timely pickup is important!

💚💛 Thank you to everyone who supported our fundraiser! Your generosity helps support our Norwood students, and we appreciate each and every one of you!

#NorwoodPublicSchool #CookieDoughFundraiser #NorwoodFamily #ThankYouForYourSupport
4 days ago, Coach Meter
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🏈🏀 **TUESDAY: TEAM UP AGAINST DRUGS!** 🏀🏈

It's Day 2 of **Drug-Free Week at Norwood School!** 💚🐝

Today we're showing that we're stronger when we stand together! Wear your favorite team's jersey, Norwood school colors, or sports gear!

🏆 **Tuesday's Theme:** Team Up Against Drugs

💪 **Our Message:** "We're all on the same team: DRUG FREE!"

Whether you're on the court, on the field, or in the classroom, being a great teammate means encouraging each other to make positive choices!

Let's see that team spirit, Hornets! 💚

#NorwoodHornets #DrugFreeWeek #TeamUpAgainstDrugs #HornetPride
4 days ago, Coach Meter
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🍪 COOKIE DOUGH DELIVERY REMINDER! 🍪 Attention Norwood Families! Our cookie dough fundraiser orders will be delivered tomorrow, Tuesday, October 27, at 11:00 AM! 📦 Please make arrangements to pick up your cookie dough orders as soon as possible after delivery, as the dough needs to be kept refrigerated or frozen. 💚 Thank you for supporting our Norwood students and helping make our fundraiser a success!
4 days ago, Coach Meter
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🌟💤 **MONDAY: DREAM BIG, STAY DRUG FREE!** 💤🌟

It's officially **Drug-Free Week at Norwood School!** 💚🐝

We're kicking things off with a comfy and cozy day! Students are encouraged to wear their favorite pajamas or comfy clothes as we remind everyone that BIG dreams start with healthy choices!

💤 **Monday's Theme:** Pajama Day

✨ **Our Message:** "Don't let drugs steal your dreams!"

Let's make it a great week, Hornets! Dream big, make good choices, and always stay drug free!

#NorwoodHornets #DrugFreeWeek #DreamBig #StayDrugFree
5 days ago, Coach Meter
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🎃👻 **GET READY, NORWOOD HORNETS! DRUG-FREE WEEK STARTS TOMORROW!** 💚🐝

It's almost time for a week full of fun, school spirit, and making healthy choices!

**Norwood School's Drug-Free Week kicks off TOMORROW, Monday, October 26, and runs through Friday, October 30!** 🎉

We've got five days of fun dress-up themes planned, and we can't wait to see our Hornets participate!

🌟 **MONDAY:** Dream Big, Stay Drug Free! 💤 Wear your pajamas or comfy clothes!

🏈 **TUESDAY:** Team Up Against Drugs! 🏀 Wear your favorite team jersey, school colors, or sports gear!

🌈 **WEDNESDAY:** Drugs Are Wacky! 🤪 Break out the crazy hair, mismatched clothes, and silly socks!

🪩 **THURSDAY:** Drug Free Through the Decades! ✌️ Dress from your favorite decade!

🎃 **FRIDAY:** Say BOO to Drugs! 👻 Wear your favorite Halloween costume!

💚 At Norwood, we believe every student has a bright future worth protecting. Drug-Free Week is a reminder that making good choices today helps build a better tomorrow!

🐝 **Let's show everyone that NORWOOD HORNETS are TOO CUTE TO USE!**

📸 Parents, get those outfits ready! We can't wait to see everyone's creativity and school spirit this week!

#NorwoodHornets #DrugFreeWeek #TooCuteToUse #SayNoToDrugs #HornetPride #HealthyChoices
5 days ago, Coach Meter
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📚✨ **CELEBRATING INDIGENOUS STORIES: A FAMILY DAY!** ✨📚

Norwood families, mark your calendars for a wonderful opportunity to celebrate Indigenous culture, storytelling, and the joy of reading! ❤️

Join **Room to Read** for a fun-filled family event celebrating the launch of **seven new books written and illustrated by Indigenous creators!**

📅 **Saturday, November 7, 2026**

⏰ **1:30 – 4:30 PM**

📍 **3307 S Seven Clans Ave, Tahlequah, OK**

🌟 Families can look forward to:
📖 Indigenous storytelling and new books
🎨 Hands-on activities
🎉 Creative activities for all ages
❤️ Celebrating Indigenous voices, culture, and traditions

This is a great opportunity for our Norwood students and families to come together, experience meaningful stories, and celebrate the importance of reading!

✅ **RSVP Here:**
https://events.humanitix.com/roomtoread

⚠️ Space is limited to 500 attendees, and admission is first-come, first-served.

💚 **We encourage our Norwood families to take advantage of this wonderful community event!**

#NorwoodSchool #IndigenousStories #FamilyDay #RoomToRead #CommunityStrong #LoveOfReading
7 days ago, Coach Meter
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🍁🐝 **THE NORWOOD FALL FESTIVAL IS ALMOST HERE!** 🐝🍁

The countdown is officially on! We are just a few weeks away from an evening full of food, fun, laughter, and community at **Norwood School!** 💚🧡

📅 **Friday, November 13th**
📍 **Norwood School**
⏰ **Festivities begin at 5:30 PM!**

Here's what we have planned:

🌮 **Indian Tacos, Chili & Beans** — 5:30–7:30 PM in the cafeteria

🎯 **Festival Games** — 5:30–7:30 PM

🧺 **Theme Baskets** — 5:30–7:00 PM

🥧 **Pie Auction** — 7:45 PM in the gym

Whether you're coming for the Indian tacos, hoping to win a theme basket, or just looking for a fun evening with family and friends, **there's something for everyone!**

💚 **And remember, you don't have to attend Norwood to join the fun!** Our Fall Festival is open to the entire community, and we'd love to see you there!

🍂 **Help us spread the word by sharing this post!** Let's make this year's Fall Festival one to remember!

🐝 **NORWOOD HORNETS — SMALL SCHOOL. BIG FAMILY.** 💚🧡
8 days ago, Coach Meter
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💚 **NORWOOD FRIDAY REMINDER | EVERYONE BELONGS** 💚

As we head into the weekend, here's something worth remembering:

Not every child goes home to the same circumstances. Not everyone has the same support, the same opportunities, or the same struggles.

Some students carry worries that others never see.

That's why kindness, patience, and friendship matter so much.

You may not be able to fix everything someone is going through, but you can make sure they don't feel alone.

🌟 Sit with someone who's by themselves.
🌟 Include the person who's always left out.
🌟 Stand up for someone being mistreated.
🌟 Remind a friend that they matter.

**Sometimes the greatest thing you can do for another person is make them feel like they belong.**

At Norwood, we're more than classrooms, grades, and activities. We're a school family, and every member of that family matters.

Have a wonderful weekend, Norwood! 💚

#NorwoodSchool #EveryoneBelongs #MentalHealthMatters #NorwoodFamily
8 days ago, Coach Meter
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🍁🎡 **NORWOOD FALL FESTIVAL 2026!** 🎡🍁

Mark your calendars! 📅 It's almost time for one of our favorite Norwood traditions! Join us for an evening of fun, food, games, auctions, and community fellowship!

📅 **Friday, November 13, 2026**\
⏰ **5:30–7:30 PM**\
📍 **Norwood School**

🎟️ **GROCERY BOX RAFFLE**

Students will be selling raffle tickets for **$1 each!** The class with the most tickets sold and the top 3 individual sellers will earn a pizza party! 🍕

We are also accepting donations of nonperishable food items to fill our grocery boxes. The drawing will take place during the festival!

🥧 **PIE AUCTION – 7:45 PM**

Don't miss our pie auction in the gym! We are asking families to donate pies for this special event.

🎁 **THEME BASKET AUCTION**

Each class is putting together a themed basket, and we would love your help!

🧁 PK/K – Baking

🪿 1st – Silly Goose

🏡 2nd – Rustic Country Kitchen/Home

☀️ 3rd – Sunshine Basket

🦃 4th – Thanksgiving Helper

🍿 5th – Snack Basket

☕ 6th – Coffee Basket

❤️ 7th – OU Basket

📚 8th – Cozy Book Basket

🍭 **DONATIONS NEEDED!**

We are collecting candy, baked goods, and supplies for our cake walk, sweet shop, sucker tree, M&M count, and Norwood Restaurant!

**Candy donations are needed by Wednesday, November 11.** Baked goods may be brought Thursday, November 12.

🎄 **All proceeds will help provide Christmas candy and gifts for our Norwood students!**

📢 **IMPORTANT SCHOOL REMINDER**

🏫 School will dismiss early at **12:30 PM on Friday, November 13**, so our staff can prepare for the festivities.

🚫 There will be **NO AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM** that day.

💚 **THANK YOU, NORWOOD FAMILIES!** 💚

Our Fall Festival wouldn't be possible without the generosity of our families, staff, and community. Whether you're donating, volunteering, purchasing raffle tickets, or joining us for the festivities, we appreciate your support!

🍂 **We can't wait to see everyone on November 13!** 🍂

\#NorwoodSchool #NorwoodFallFestival #NorwoodFamily #CommunityStrong #SupportingOurStudents
9 days ago, Coach Meter
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🌟 **NORWOOD THURSDAY THOUGHTS | KEEP GROWING** 🌟

Here's something every student needs to hear:

**You don't have to be the smartest, fastest, most popular, or most talented person in the room to be successful.**

You just have to keep trying.

Maybe you struggled on a test. Maybe you didn't make the team. Maybe you made a mistake or had a rough week.

None of those things define who you are or who you can become.

What matters is what you do next.

💚 Ask for help.
💚 Learn from your mistakes.
💚 Celebrate small victories.
💚 Never compare your journey to someone else's.

🌟 **Your only competition should be the person you were yesterday.**

Keep showing up. Keep learning. Keep growing.

We're proud of you, Norwood!

#NorwoodSchool #GrowthMindset #NeverGiveUp #NorwoodStrong
9 days ago, Coach Meter
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🤼‍♂️💚 **Calling All Norwood Hornets!** 💚🤼‍♀️

Ready to try something new? Norwood is excited to partner with **Hulbert Youth Wrestling**, and we encourage our students to get involved!

Wrestling is a great way to build **confidence, strength, discipline, and teamwork** while having fun and making new friends!

🐝 Whether you've wrestled before or have never stepped on a mat, **YOU are welcome!**

📅 **Sign-Ups:** Monday, October 26
⏰ **Time:** 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 **Hulbert Wrestling Room**
💲 **Cost:** $35 | Boys & Girls Ages 4–14

Come give it a try, Hornets! You might just discover a new passion! 💚💪

**#NorwoodHornets #HulbertWrestling #HornetPride #YouthSports**
10 days ago, Coach Meter
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🗣️ **NORWOOD WEDNESDAY WISDOM | WORDS MATTER** 🗣️

Words are powerful.

They can encourage someone to keep going, give someone the confidence to try, or make someone feel like they belong.

But words can also hurt in ways we don't always see.

Before you speak, send that message, or post that comment, ask yourself:

💚 Is it true?
💚 Is it kind?
💚 Is it necessary?

Being funny should never come at the expense of someone else's feelings. And being popular should never require putting someone else down.

🌟 **Use your voice to lift people up, not tear them down.**

Let's make Norwood a place where everyone feels respected, valued, and safe.

#NorwoodSchool #WordsMatter #StopBullying #BeKind
10 days ago, Coach Meter
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🏀 **BASKETBALL GAME REMINDER!** 🏀

Come out and cheer on our **Norwood 3rd & 4th Grade Basketball Teams** as they take on **Shady Grove**!

📅 **Wednesday, October 21st**

⏰ **9:00 AM**

📍 **Norwood School – Home Game**

Let's pack the stands, show our Norwood pride, and support our young athletes!

💙🏀 **GO NORWOOD!** 🏀💙
10 days ago, Coach Meter
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