Northrop News
May 1, 2018
In this Issue:
- Link to 2018-2019 Site Council Parent Interest Form
- NEW Lunchroom Update
- Construction Update
- Introducing Ms. Dara
- Kindergarten at Northrop 2018-2019
- Buddy Bench Fundraiser!
- Minneapolis Public Schools Recognition Pins
- Northrop At-A-Glance Link
- Upcoming Events
Link to 2018-2019 Site Council Parent Interest Form
The Site Council is an advisory committee comprised of teachers, building staff members, and parents that provide input to influence the building principal on school-based decisions. Topics for discussion include academic data, behavior data, school climate information, and budget allocations.
The Northrop Site Council has traditionally met on the third Thursday of every month from 4:15 PM-6:00 PM at Northrop. Parents are asked to serve for a two-year term on Site Council.
You can express your interest by clicking on the link below and completing the form. Voting will close on May 16 and Site Council members will vote on May 22. Everyone that expressed interest in serving will be contacted with the results and we will also share the names of the 2018-2019 Site Council Representatives with all Northrop families. Thank you for considering this opportunity to support our Northrop Community!
NEW Lunchroom Update
Lunch is in full swing in our NEW lunchroom! Kids have mastered any new routines for handwashing, entering and exiting the lunchroom, and getting their milk and meals. The windows have been put in so bright sunshine fills the room. The exterior doors and windows around the doors are scheduled to be installed later this week and they can pour concrete on the new patio once the ground is dry for a few days. Overall, our school community is loving our new space and so thankful for such a beautiful lunchroom.
If you haven't had the chance to see the new lunchroom we will be hosting a brief reception in the new lunchroom after our Spring Music Concerts in May. We will welcome families to enjoy a snack with their child(ren) after the concerts.
One last reminder that we are also repeating for students- unfortunately we could not squeeze student bathrooms into the new lunchroom. For this reason, we are asking students to use the bathroom before recess and/or lunch, PRIOR to coming into the lunchroom. We will of course allow students to use the restroom who have an immediate need. Thank you for any reminders you can also share with your kids!
Construction Update
Construction has started in the old lunchroom to rebuild it into our new Music and Art Classrooms, including a kiln room. Demolition of walls, ceilings and floors is in process and making steady progress. Construction of this phase of the project, Phase II, is now scheduled to wrap up around the first week of July. Plenty of time before the 2018-2029 school year begins!
Introducing Ms. Dara, Social Worker
Kindergarten at Northrop 2018-2019
It speaks very highly of our Northrop community and staff to have continued high enrollment. We are excited to welcome our new Kindergarteners and their families in the fall!
Buddy Bench Fundraiser!
A few 3rd graders are trying to raise money to purchase a Buddy Bench for the Northrop playground. A Buddy Bench provides a spot for a kid to sit while they are waiting for someone to play. It helps communicate to others that the kid on the bench is looking for a new friend.
We want YOU to help us!! In order to do that, go to the website linked below, check it out, and see what you can do!
Important: All orders from this site are due by May 11th!!
If you can, help the Northrop Community “Live Nice!!”
Minneapolis Public Schools Recognition Pins
Our group of pin recipients at Northrop are pictured above and include 10 teachers who received 5-year pins, 2 teachers who received 10-year pins, 7 teachers that received 15-year pins, 4 teachers that received 20 year pins, and 3 teachers who received 25 year pins. What an AWESOME group of educators! Be sure to congratulate and thank these individuals when you see them at Northrop!
Upcoming Events in May and June
May 2- from 5:30-6:30- 5th Grade Camping Trip Meeting for Parents in Media Center
May 2- Spring Pictures (Optional)
May 3- Community Education Ends
May 3- Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments for Math and Reading End
May 7- Minnehaha Monday
May 11- Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCAs) Concludes, all subjects
May 14- Minnehaha Monday
May 15- at 4:30-5:30- Kindergarten Registration
May 17- 2nd and 3rd Grade Music Concert (2:15-3:15 PM)
May 18- 1st and 4th Grade Music Concert (9:45-10:45 AM)
May 18- Kindergarten and 5th Grade Music Concert (2:15-3:15 PM)
May 21- Minnehaha Monday
May 21- Mall of America School Patrol Field Trip
May 24- Field Day!
May 24- 5th Grade Visit to Sanford
May 25- Potential Make-up Day for Field Day (in case of inclement weather)
May 29-June 1- 5th Grade Camping Trip
June 1- Save the Date! Northrop Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast
June 7- 2:00 PM Kindergarten Graduation
June 8- 2:00 PM 5th Grade Graduation
June 8- Last Day of School!