MPS Elementary Newsletter
April 2022
Upcoming Events
- 6- State Testing begins
- 6- Expectations Assembly @ 2:50
- 15- No School
- 18- No School
- 20- Tie Dye Day
- 20- Family Night
- 29- Bismarck Field Trip 4th and 5th Grade
All of these dates and more future dates can be found on the school website OR this calendar link- https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0?cid=bWlubmV3YXVrYW4uazEyLm5kLnVzX2RhZHU0ZDR0dHRsNTE2dWllazRqa3FkMzA4QGdyb3VwLmNhbGVuZGFyLmdvb2dsZS5jb20
Honor Roll
5th Grade
Ahburey Baker
Ryleigh Wetzel
Halle Cavanaugh
6th Grade
Serene Lawrence
Tristen Leaf
Xander Littleghost
Gladys Littlewind
Jasmine Nerison
Robert Santos
Abigail Thomas
Damien Shaw
Kaedence Williams
Staff Shout Outs!
Counselor's Corner
As April approaches and (hopefully) brings nicer weather, I just wanted to take some time to share some resources with families that can aid in addressing a variety of concerns. Visit the links below to see resources regarding Social-Emotional Learning, parenting resources, mental health concerns, as well as substance use concerns. As always, please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns.
Parents Lead:
https://www.parentslead.org/parents
Parenting with Love and Logic:
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration:
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
Social-Emotional Learning:
https://www.panoramaed.com/blog/sel-at-home-parent-resources-activitiesPreschool and Kindergarten 2022-2023 School Year
We have waiting lists available for future school years too if you would like to put students on ahead of time to receive better chances at a spot in preschool.
*Students must be 4 by July 31st to be eligible for preschool and 5 by July 31st to be eligible for kindergarten.
❄️ Snow Gear ❄️
State Testing
Some tips for success include-
- Making sure your child is well rested
- Ensuring students eat an adequate breakfast
- Not putting too much pressure on your child- they need to just try their best!
Wednesday, April 6th (Writing) Wednesday, April 13th (Math) Wednesday, April 20th (Reading) Wednesday, April 27th- 4th, 8th, and 10th grade only *(Science)*
Family Volunteers
Student of the Month
They will be recognized on the school website and FB page as well as receive a small reward for their accomplishment.
Student engagement staff will look for when nominating a student of the month:
- Good Attendance!
- Completion of Work!
- Collaborates well with peers and staff!
- Follows school expectations!
Check out last months students of the month on our website!
Minnewaukan Public School
Email: mackenzie.moen@minnewaukan.k12.nd.us
Website: https://www.minnewaukan.k12.nd.us/
Location: Minnewaukan Public School
Phone: 701-473-5306
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MinnewaukanSchool