8th Annual Northwood Children’s Pow Wow
Over 200 students, staff and faculty will join in and dance with the music and songs of the popular Little Horse Drum Group. The students will be taught the etiquette and history of the local Native American tribes, as well as learning some of the dance steps by Northwood's Cultural Contractor, Robin Ellison. This is […]
Duluth Huskies Day
The team from the "Greatest Show on Turf" will be at Northwood on Tuesday June 18th, to visit. The Boys of Summer will visit, talk ball, and sign a few autographs for the students and staff. Our fantastic kitchen will serve up some delicious BBQ before we head out to watch a game. This is […]
43rd Annual Grandma’s Marathon
The annual group of races is a favorite with Northwood students. Each year the kids compete in the various marathons that are sponsored by Grandma's and each race they gain confidence with every mile. It is an excellent part of their therapy regime and a great way to get into shape.
21st Annual Northwood Children’s Services Golf Tournament
Ridgeview Country Club 700 W Redwing St, Duluth, MN, United StatesJoin us for a round of golf, come to watch the teams compete, or bid on several great auction items donated by area businesses. This is an annual fundraising event where we raise money to send the students at Northwood to Camp Olson in Longville for a week. Here, our students will experience the Spirit […]
Cheyenne and Scout Family BBQ
BBQ food and fun for the Cheyenne and Scout teams. Students, staff, and parents take part in lawn games while relaxing, enjoying the sun and some really awesome food! This is a great chance for the students to catch up with parents and for the parents to get to know the staff.
Northwood Family Success Program-“Practical Strategies for Managing Behavior After Discharge”
Northwood Children's Services West Campus Training Room 4000 W. 9th Street, Duluth, MN, United StatesPresented by: Chase Carlson-Wolverine Team Supervisor & Anna Malay, LPCC, Wolverine Team Therapist The Family Success Program is for the families of children who are receiving services from Northwood. Presenters are selected from various areas of the agency and their topics are chosen based on their specialties and areas of expertise. The topics are designed to cover a wide range of […]
Northwood Workshop- No Such Thing as a Bad Kid
Merritt Creek Academy 4000 West 9th Street, Duluth, MNUnderstanding and Responding to Kids Struggling with Emotional and Behavioral Challenges. Using a Positive, Trauma-Informed, Strength-Based Approach. Strength-based practice is an emerging approach to guiding kids, and in particular, those with emotional & behavioral challenges that is exceptionally positive and inspiring. Its focus is on strength-building rather than flaw-fixing. It begins with the belief that […]
