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Our Back-to-School edition of Connections is here! This issue is packed with key updates to kick off the year, including a welcome message from Superintendent Dr. Webber, annual registration reminders, new staff spotlights, food service updates, bus routes and app info, construction detours, Bond project videos, and more.

Northville alum Michael Zervos traveled to all 195 countries in just 499 days, breaking two Guinness World Records along the way. In this episode, he joins Superintendent Dr. RJ Webber to share the inspiring stories of happiness he collected from around the globe—and the special project that brings his journey full circle.

The Northville Board of Education has approved the appointment of Jadie Kieft as the district’s new Executive Director of Special Services, beginning with the 2025–26 school year. Kieft, who has served as NPS’s Special Education Supervisor for Secondary Education since 2016, succeeds Elizabeth Santer, who accepted a new role with Wayne RESA.

Northville Public Schools is introducing two new School Resource Officers from the Northville Township Police Department—Officer Megan Roy at Northville High School and Officer Emily Key at Meads Mill Middle School—who will also support all township schools. Both completed extensive training, including ALICE preparedness, to help ensure a safe, welcoming environment for students, staff, and families.

Construction begins the first week of school at the intersection of 7 Mile Road, Sheldon Road, and Center Street, with detours and lane closures that may impact your commute.