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Parent-Family Newsletter - April 4, 2022
UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES
Monday, April 4 - Contest Showcase Concert at 6:00 PM (PAC)
Tuesday, April 5 - THS Testing Day (Details Below)
Friday, April 8 - FLEX Friday
Monday, April 11 - 2 Hr. Late Start
Monday, April 11 - FFA Meeting, 6:30 PM
April 12, 13, 14 - 11th Grade Math MCAs
April 13, 14 - TMS Reading MCAs
April 15 - No School
April 18 - No School, Board Meeting at 6:00 PM
April 19 - Makeup ACT Testing
April 23 - THS Prom
April 24-26, FFA State Convention
Looking Ahead... May 10 will be an eLearning Day for students in grades 9-12. Additional information and details will be communicated but we wanted to make sure families had this information in advance.
REMINDER UPCOMING LATE STARTS
Staying Connected
Facebook - @WeAreTriton, @tritonpublicschools
Twitter - @TritonCobras, @LukeLutterman, @CobraCounselor, @shanevan_beek, @schlich92
Instagram - @cobra_kindness, @cobracounselor
THS Testing Day - Tuesday, April 5
Triton High School Families,
Tuesday, April 5th is a very busy day at Triton High School. Each year all high schools in the state of Minnesota are responsible for offering a college entrance examination. At Triton, we offer the ACT. Because this testing experience requires extensive personnel we need to adjust how this school day will look.
We wanted to communicate in advance so families have time to plan and coordinate schedules. Please take a minute and read through the information below for your child’s respective grade.
Ninth Graders - College Visits
We are excited to help prepare our students for life after high school by presenting them options. On this day all ninth-graders will attend tours and events at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and Western Technical College in La Crosse.
The bus will leave at 8:05 AM and will return by 3 PM. Students should not bring Chromebooks or any other valuables. Lunch will be provided at the UW-La Crosse dining hall. Triton staff will be attending the trip as chaperones.
Tenth Graders - PreACT
Tenth graders will report to school as scheduled to take the PreACT. This test is part of their state requirement for college and career readiness. Triton High School is paying for this test. Students are scheduled to finish the test around 11 AM.
Students are excused from school when they finish their test unless they have missing coursework. Students that are currently failing one or more classes are highly encouraged to stay and get caught up. Students going home after the testing will need to line up their own transportation. If students do not have a ride home, we have plans and space for them to stay in school. If students are going to stay in school, they should plan to eat lunch in the cafeteria and be in a teacher’s classroom for the afternoon. Students will not be permitted to leave school and come back.
Eleventh Graders - ACT or ASVAB
Eleventh graders will report to school to take the ACT or ASVAB. Triton is paying for all costs associated with these tests. Testing should be finished by 12:30 PM.
Students failing classes or missing assignments are encouraged to stay in school. Students that are caught up are excused from school after testing. Eleventh graders will also need to arrange transportation. If students are going to stay in school, they should plan to eat lunch in the cafeteria and be in a teacher’s classroom for the afternoon. Students will not be permitted to leave school and come back.
Twelfth Graders - CPR Certification
The twelfth graders will be getting their CPR certification as part of their senior seminar course. This will take place in the multipurpose room during a morning or afternoon session. Seniors should enter and leave through the activities entrance. Seniors have received or will receive information on which session they should be attending. Students that are currently failing one or more classes are highly encouraged to stay and get caught up. Students that are caught up are excused after their CPR certification.
Post Prom Information
THS Class of 2022 Reminders
Senior Awards and Scholarships - Wednesday, May 18, at 7 PM, PAC
Seniors receiving Academic Letters and Scholarships will be recognized at this event. .
Seniors Last Day of School, Senior Boards, Baccalaureate - Wednesday, May 25
The last day of school will be very busy! Boards will be scheduled by Senior Seminar Teachers. Baccalaureate is scheduled for 8:00 PM. Seniors should wear their caps and gowns, honor cords, and medals if attending the baccalaureate program.
Graduation Practice - Thursday, June 2, Triton High School Gymnasium, 9 AM
Students need to be in attendance to participate in graduation. We will finish the graduation practice with our traditional senior walk through the halls of Triton Elementary, Middle, and High School. Seniors should wear their caps and gowns, honor cords, and medals.
Graduation - Sunday, June 5, Triton High School Gymnasium, 2 PM
Seniors will need to be in attendance in the PAC by 1:00 PM. Gym doors will open for attendees at 1:00 PM. Parents and families will know in advance what side of the gym their graduates will be seated on.
Commencement Participation Reminders
Finishing your senior year is very exciting, but it can also be a very challenging and emotional time as well. We want to make sure that all students are in good standing and able to participate in graduation. Below are a few reminders for students and parents.
Students must be within one credit of completion of graduation requirements.
Students must pass their senior boards and complete their senior project.
Students must participate in graduation practice.
Students must be in good standing.
No altering/decorating of caps and/or gowns.
Thank you for your continued engagement and support. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Luke Lutterman - THS Principal
(507) 418-7520
Snow Days
I apologize for the confusion with the last snow day. Please note that any additional snow days will be eLearning Days.
- Students should log into their Infinite Campus Portal to submit their attendance.
- Academic work will be posted to Schoology (THS) or Google Classroom (TMS) by 10:00 AM.
- Teachers will also post an online meeting to answer questions from 10 AM - 12 PM.
Upcoming Testing Information
As we prepare for the MCA, ACCESS, and ACT Tests it is important to note that high school students can use qualifying scores for placement in concurrent courses, PSEO, and certain college courses without having to take an additional placement test.
It is always appreciated when appointments are scheduled around MCA and ACT Testing Dates.
Middle School
Students in grades 6-8 will take the reading and math tests. Students in grade 8 will also take the science test.
Reading - April 13-14
Math - April 28-29
Science (8th Grade) - May 4-6
High School
Reading (10th Grade) - March 23-24
ACT (11th Grade), ASVAB (11th Grade), Pre- ACT (10th Grade) - April 5th
Math (11th Grade) - April 13-14
Science (10th Grade) - May 4-5
Test Tips for Parent - Student Discussions
Practice at home - Item samplers provide examples of the types of questions that are on the test. These can be accessed at home and practiced. You can find item samplers for each grade on the PearsonAccess website. http://minnesota.pearsonaccessnext.com/ and click on preparing for testing. Online test tutorials are also available.
More information on the MCAs can be accessed on the Minnesota Department of Education Website. http://education.state.mn.us/MDE/fam/tests/.
Parents of 11th graders should have a conversation with their child and check-in to make sure they are signed up for the appropriate test. The majority of the students take the ACT, but taking the ASVAB is also an option.
Luke Lutterman
Triton High School Principal
(507) 418-7520
Spring Musical - Annie
A special thank you goes out to Ms. Schreiber for directing the Spring Musical!
Triton FFA Shines at Region Awards!
We had a great night at the Region Awards Banquet in Pine Island!! Many of our members were recognized for their accomplishments from this past year!
Region Star in Ag Placement: Kiya Avery
Region Diversified Ag Production Proficiency: Cadence Spearman
Dairy Evaluation - 3rd in the Region: Cadence Spearman, Elyssa Robinson, Emma Klejeski, Stella Streich
Ag Mech - 2nd Individual in the Region: Grady Klankowski
Discussion Meet - 1st in the Region: Kiya Avery
Employment Skills - 1st in the Region: Cadence Spearman
Back Row (L to R) Stella Streich, Emma Klejeski, Grady Klankowski, Anna Ridenour, John Moenning
Driver's Education Options
St Joseph Driving School is available for behind the wheel instruction with pick up and drop off at home or school. Students or parents may call 507-259-7675 or 507-634-6293 to set up driving instruction. They are not offering classroom instruction at this time. Through June of this year, online classes are being offered by most driving schools within the state of Minnesota. Students are then free to contract with any driving school for behind the wheel practice.
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Mr. Luke Lutterman
Email: llutterman@triton.k12.mn.us
Website: www.triton.k12.mn.us
Location: 813 West Highway Street Dodge Center, MN
Phone: 507-418-7520
Facebook: facebook.com/WeAreTriton
Twitter: @LukeLutterman