Weaver Lake Family Newsletter
September 2022
Message from the Principal
Greetings Weaver Lake Families,
Welcome and welcome back to all our Weaver Lake STEM students and families! We're excited to have you be part of the Weaver Lake Wolfpack! We will be designing and introducing "Smartie the Wolf," as our mascot this year. "Success STEMs from Teamwork" is our theme for the 2022 - 23 school year. Weaver Lake students will also be learning about, and earning badges for, the following STEM learner identities this year: questioner, collaborator, creator, communicator, problem solver, analyzer, collector and evaluator.
In this newsletter, you will find information that will help you prepare for the school year. We are here to support your student and you. Please plan to check you emails, district and school websites for information all year long! Do not hesitate to reach out to the office, your child's teachers and me! We hope that the remainder of your summer is filled with joy! We look forward to seeing you at Open House and/or soon!
With Warm Regards,
Lena Christiansen, Principal
Important Dates - September 2022
Monday, August 29
Teacher and Classroom Assignments - Watch your email for a welcome message for your student's assigned teacher!
Wednesday, August 31
Open House 5:00-6:30pm - Come visit the classroom and meet your student's teacher!
Tuesday, September 6
First day of School
Tuesday, September 13
PTO Meeting - 7:00-8:30pm, Media Center
Wednesday, September 21
PTO Student Directory Forms Due - PTO Sponsored
Friday, September 23
Weaver Wear Orders Due - PTO Sponsored
Tuesday, September 27
Dine 2 Donate Fundraiser @ Chipolte (9881 Maple Grove Parkway), 4:00-8:00pm - PTO Sponsored
Friday, September 30
Color Run - PTO Sponsored
22-23 School Supply Lists
ParentVUE Information
- Access to student's transportation assignments (available late August)
- Ability to schedule parent-teacher conferences (available in September)
- Summary of student attendance
- Report cards
Back-to-school forms
Free/Reduced Meal Applications
To be considered for free or reduced-priced meals and other educational benefits, parents/caregivers must complete the Free/Reduced Meal Application. Applications are due Sept. 30.
Families may load student meal accounts via SmartSchoolK12.
Transportation Information
If you have any transportation related questions, please contact Transportation through one of the methods listed below:
District 279 Transportation Department - For students transported within District 279
Phone: 763-391-7244
Email: BusQuestions@district279.org
Website: https://www.district279.org/services/transportation
CST-MN (Collaborative Student Transportation of MN) - For students transported outside of District 279
Phone: 612-808-8868
FirstView Bus Tracking App
School Patrol
School patrol training will be taking place on Wednesday, August 31st from 4:00-5:00pm in Room 11. All school patrol members are expected to be present for the meeting. Parents are strongly encouraged to attend this meeting. The squad information and patrol schedule will be handed out at this time. If your email/contact information has changed, please let Mr. Bjorlin know as this is the primary way families will receive patrol updates. If you have any questions, please call the school office at 763-420-3337 and leave a message for Bryan Bjorlin, our School Patrol Advisor.
Student Nametags
Students who would like breakfast will be issued a 2nd ID badge with their barcode which they will bring back and forth to school.
If a student loses their nametag, they will need to bring in $1.00 to school for a replacement.
Nurse Notes
MEDICATION IN SCHOOL - Per district policy & state law, any medications to be given during the school day require 4 steps:
- Medication order by a licensed provide for any medication administered while at school. (This policy applies to over-the-counter and prescription medications.)
- Signed parent consent to administer the prescribed medication.
- Medication supplied in the original container with correct label information.
- Medication is not expired.
EXTRA CLOTHING SET - Please ensure your child has an extra set of clothing in the event of a needed change at school.
Phy Ed News
Kidstop Information
If you have your child enrolled in Kidstop, or are interested in the Kidstop before and after school program, you can contact the District 279 Kidstop program at 763-585-7281 or the Weaver Lake Kidstop classroom at 763-391-8877.
When you select our program we do more than simply care for your child. We strive to engage each child in an enriching, hands-on, fun environment that is safe and structured, yet gives your child choices in activities. It is our job to help each child discover and build on his or her strengths. It is our job to model and teach respect, honesty, problem solving, good communication, being resourceful, kindness and care. It is our job to listen and respond to the needs of families and children in our program. We hire staff that love children. Each team member brings unique skills to enhance our programs;
Most importantly, we keep your children safe right at your child’s school. We work to build the positive capacity of your child. We listen, we care and we respond. www.kidstop279.org
4 Star Express Program Information
District 279 offers a 4 Star Express Program at Weaver Lake Elementary. The program is a fee-based pre-k program. Your student must be 4 years old by September 1, 2022. The program hours are Monday-Friday 7:00 am – 5:30 pm. The purpose of the program is to provide a developmentally appropriate childcare/preschool experience that supports the early learning needs or your 4-year-old in an elementary school setting.
End of Day Transportation & Student Pick-Ups
Please call the Office before 3:30pm if there is a change to your student’s end of day routine. Families may dial 763-420-3337, press #0 to speak with the Office Staff to have a student placed on the End of Day Pick Up List.
Student Absence, Vacation or Late Arrival
Weaver Lake Elementary
Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Website: https://wvr.district279.org/
Location: 15900 Weaver Lake Road, Maple Grove, MN, USA
Phone: 763-420-3337
Twitter: @wvrstem