News & Views
An e-newsletter from Mounds View Public Schools
March 10, 2020
A look inside new, flexible spaces
The spring edition of the District's news magazine will soon arrive in residents' mailboxes. In the latest copy of School Talk, learn more about the new, flexible learning spaces in a handful of schools thanks to a successful bond passed by voters in 2017. Also inside:
- Construction updates
- The impact of the successful 2019 levy
- Student news and honors from around the District
- Upcoming events
New this issue! Check out additional stories, content and photos in SchoolTalk+, our new online addition to the printed news magazine.
Flip through the electronic copy or download a PDF copy here.
Coronavirus resources
We understand families may have questions and concerns regarding the much-publicized coronavirus outbreak around the globe. Please note that at this time, the Minnesota Department of Health is not currently recommending any changes to school schedules, activities or events.
Families can find helpful information on their school’s website or at www.moundsviewschools.org/coronavirus. The site includes resources and advice on how to help minimize the risk of spreading viruses, with links to state and federal information resources on the virus.
36th annual Chalkboard Capers show
Chalkboard Capers is a variety show presented annually by the Mounds View Education Association. District teachers and staff host the show to raise money for student scholarships for graduating seniors from Irondale High School, Mounds View High School, REACH Academy, Area Learning Center and Adult Basic Education.
Chalkboard Capers 2020 performances at Mounds View High School:
- Wednesday, April 1, 5:15 p.m.
- Thursday, April 2, 6:30 p.m.
- Friday, April 3, 6:30 p.m.
- Saturday, April 4, 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
For more information, please visit www.moundsviewschools.org/chalkboardcapers.
Make this the best summer yet!
The summer 2020 Community Education programs are now open for registration! Click here to view the full summer catalog.
Summer 2020 highlights
- 10 weeks of full- and half-day youth summer day camps
- NEW! Summer family weekends at Laurentian Environmental Center
- NEW! Youth overnight camps at Laurentian Environmental Center
- Expanded adult offerings
- Sports camps and clinics led by high school coaches
Register now at www.moundsviewschools.org/registercommunityed.
Donate between now and April 12
Minnesota FoodShare is a statewide media campaign that raises hunger awareness and promotes donations to local food shelves. A portion of all pounds of food and dollars donated to the Ralph Reeder Food Shelf between March 1 and April 12 will be matched by Minnesota FoodShare.
The goal for March is to bring in 130,000 pounds of food and dollars (combined) to directly benefit families in the Mounds View Public Schools community via the Ralph Reeder Food Shelf.
Ways you can help:
- Drop off food or hygiene donations at any participating school throughout the District or at the Ralph Reeder Food Shelf (2544 Mounds View Blvd., Mounds View) Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to noon. Visit the website for a list of most-needed items.
- Make a cash or online donation at www.ralphreederfoodshelf.org. For every dollar donated, the Food Shelf can purchase up to $8 worth of food. Checks can be made out to the Ralph Reeder Food Shelf and mailed to 2544 Mounds View Blvd. Mounds View, MN, 55112. Questions? Call 651-621-6280.
Music for Mounds View benefit concert
The concert was founded in 2018 as a memorial for Mounds View students lost in recent years, with last year’s concert raising over $4,000 for charity. More information regarding the event will develop within the next two months. You can contact moundsviewnhs@gmail.com for more information about the event.
2021-22 school calendar approved
At the February School Board meeting, the Board approved the 2021-22 school year calendar. The calendar contains no significant changes to traditional breaks including MEA break, Thanksgiving break, winter break and spring break.
Visit the Calendars page at moundsviewschools.org/calendars to see the current calendar and the next two school-year calendars.
Reminder: No school
There is no school for students March 12-20, April 3 and April 10.
Teachers will use March 12-13, April 3 and April 10 to engage in curriculum work, instructional delivery, assessment reporting and parent communication. For more information, please visit www.moundsviewschools.org/calendars.
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