Forest Glen Newsletter
March 8th, 2019
Green Bay Blizzard Dash 4 Cash - Featuring Howard-Suamico Schools!
Please return any clothing that your student has borrowed from the health room. Also we are still in need of boys underpants. Thank you!
Notes from the Nurse!
With the winter season upon us, it's good to stay informed! Please make sure to wash your child's jackets and hats often to decrease the spreading of germs and to keep our kids healthy! Thanks!
- Click here to read helpful information about lice, which includes symptoms and treatment.
Lineville Intermediate School Class Choices
On Wednesday, March 13th, students in 4th grade will visit Lineville Intermediate School for a Music Class Demonstration. Your child will need to choose a music class for 5th grade. Musicians in Band, Chorus, and Orchestra will perform for the 4th graders and discuss the music class options. After March 13th, you will be able to register your choices for music and other classes using an internet link which will be emailed to you. Class registrations will be due by March 22nd.
More information about the music classes will be available on the March 13th registration document and is also accessible on the music class website: http://linevillehssd.weebly.com/music.html.
School Wide Food Drive
Our 4th Graders are hosting a school wide food drive to benefit the Giving Tree Pantry that will kick off Monday, February 18th and continue through March 15th. This will give 4th graders an opportunity to take a field trip to the pantry to learn about the operation of the pantry, the effect it has on our community, and to help organize and stock the shelves. The class with the most donations will receive an ice cream sundae party!
Musical Instrument Donations
School District Band and Orchestra teachers are seeking used band and orchestra instrument donations. Donated instruments in good playing condition are maintained by the Giving Tree and offered to students whose families cannot afford instrument rental costs.
If you have an unused band instrument at home, please consider donating it to the district music department. Donations can be dropped off in the Lineville Intermediate School Office. Please contact Mr. Zipperer (band; andrzipp@hssdschools.org ) or Mr. Wucherer (orchestra; stepwuch@hssdschools.org ) with any questions. Thank you.
Milk Cap Program is Ending
Emergency Closing and Delays!
18-19 Year-Round Update process for parents to update family information online
To update the primary mailing name, mother/father/guardian info, contact phone number, address, and emergency contact info, please complete the following steps:
1. Log into the PowerSchool Parent Portal (using a browser not the app).
2. Once in the portal, choose the appropriate student (changes will need to be done for each child listed in the account).
3. Select Year-Round Update on the left side under navigation.
(This will take a couple seconds to populate the information that is currently in PowerSchool.)
4. Once the student information is populated, you are free to change the appropriate information such as primary mailing name, contact #, address, mother/father/guardian information, and emergency contact information. Be sure to click submit.
Please Update Your Volunteer Page
If your child has changed school buildings, you wish to volunteer at more schools, or you need to remove yourself from a school, please update your volunteer status. Log in at www.myvolunteerpage.com to ensure that your profile is accurate and to find new volunteering opportunities!
Student Information Updates/School Fees
If you have not yet remitted payment for your child's annual fees, you may do so online using the Student Quick Pay feature on the district's website. You may pay fees for all of your children who attend the Howard-Suamico School District. You will need to know your child's Student I.D. number. Student IDs were listed on your child's placement email. If you prefer to pay by cash or check, you can remit payment to school with your child. The 2018-2019 school fees are as follows: Grades K-4: $20.00 Textbook Rental Fee. An additional $35.00 Technology Insurance Fee applies only to 3rd and 4th grade.
Importance of School Attendance
- To report an absence, please call the school's attendance line at 662-7990.
- Monitor your child’s tardies and absences through the district website: http://powerschool.hssd.k12.wi.us/public/
- Click here for more information about the importance of attendance from the State Superintendent's office.
Important Dates to Remember
- March 13th - 4th Grade Music Demo at Lineville, 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
- March 22nd - End of 3rd Quarter
- March 25th-29th No School (Spring Recess)
- April 2nd - PTO Meeting in Library, 6:00 pm
- April 9th - 4th Grade Shadow Day at Lineville, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
- April 19th - No School -- Good Friday
- April 25th - 4th Grade Parent Meeting at Lineville Gym, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
- May 7th - PTO Meeting in Library, 6:00 pm
- May 8th - International Bike to School Day
- May 10th - Kindergarten Open House and Tours, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
- May 17th - 2 Hr Early Release (K-4)
- May 27th - No School -- Memorial Day
- June 5th - End of Year Carnival
- June 6th - 2 Hr Early Release (K-4)
- June 6th - Last Day of School/End or 4th Quarter
- June 7th - Report Cards Finalized
Food Service Info
NUTRITION DETAIL OF SCHOOL MEALS: Meal Viewer, our online menu service does all the math for you! You can toggle between breakfast and lunch and select a specific school site along the top right hand side of page. Simply click on “Let’s Add It Up” next to the monthly menu.
Valentine's Day Beet Samples-Can't be Beat with this Special Treat during Lunch in the Cafeteria
Upcoming Timbertail and Dress Up Days!
- March 19th - Timbertail Day
- March 22nd - Wear a Uniform or Jersey Day
- April 9th - Timbertail Day
- April 23rd - Timbertail Day
- April 26th - Teacher Look Alike Day
- May 7th - Timbertail Day
- May 17th - Change Your Name Day
- May 21st - Timbertail Day
PTO News
- Click here for the latest PTO news, meeting agendas and minutes, reports and order forms.
- Volunteers: Forest Glen’s PTO is comprised entirely of parent volunteers who wish to have a direct impact on the school community. PTO has a place for you and we would love for you to join us! Please access here to connect to an online survey that will share your interest for volunteering with PTO representatives.
Forest Glen PTO has partnered with several businesses in the area to bring you regularly scheduled fundraising opportunities throughout the year. On the third Thursday of each month, a local business has offered to support Forest Glen with a fundraising event. When you order from that month’s business, mention Forest Glen or bring in the flyer that will be sent home and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Forest Glen!
- March 21st - 1951 West
- April 18th - Marco's Pizza
- May 16th - Tapped Sports Bar and Grill
- June (TBD) - Green Bay Bullfrogs
Community Corner
The Howard - Suamico School District is partnering with local organizations to feature a Community Page that includes a list highlighed events for families in the villages of Howard, Suamico, and Green Bay i.e. scouting, festivals, parades, etc.
- Village of Howard Events - https://www.villageofhoward.com/Calendar.aspx
- Village of Suamico Events - Suamico Parks & Recreations Newsletter and Events for March 2019
- Friday, April 12 (5-9pm) & Saturday, April 13 (11am-4pm) - Fishing Rod Building Class in the Bay Port High School Student Union. Seating is limited. $55 per participant. All proceeds support Bay Port FFA. Click on this link for more information.
- Youth Softball Clinic sponsored by Bay Port Softball for Girls K-8 will be on March 17th from 1:00 pm-4:00 pm. This will give your daughter the opportunity to learn softball skills from the Bay Port Players and Staff!
- Bay Port Drama Club will be hosting The Princess and the Frog on Saturday, April 13th from 9am-2pm. This workshop is available to children grades K-6th. Click here to see details and register! Registrations are due by April 2nd.
- Save the date: Thursday, April 25th (5:30pm-9:00pm) at 1951 West/Rock Garden in Green Bay. Annual Taste of the Villages and Auction will benefit the HSSD Giving Tree pantry. We are planning some new and exciting things for this auction! There will be important updates on our web page as the event gets closer. Click on this link for the many ways you can help!
Facilities Use Calendar
http://fs-hssd.rschooltoday.com/calendar/index/publicview/
Events at various district facilities can be located by using the calendar.
If you are looking to request the use of one of the district’s facilities, it’s easy! Just click on the Request Facilities button from the calendar page and sign up. It’s that simple. If you have questions, contact the school office at 662-7958. Requests for facility usage are subject to approval based on administrative policy 7510.
School Board Connection with Mark Ashley
HSSD Safety Update
The HSSD Safety and Security Committee has used State Safety Grant money to train employees on ALICE (threat response) and Trauma Informed Care (mental wellness). The Committee will continue to engage more students, parents, and community partners to provide a safe learning environment for our students and staff. Perhaps this is the most important work the Committee is accomplishing, as everyone’s voice matters in regard to safety and security. Doing what we can to protect our students, parents, and staff is our most important responsibility.
If you have questions for the Board of Education, please reach out to your Board member located in this article.