Raider Update
A Weekly eNewsletter from Hastings Public Schools
Message from the Superintendent
Good afternoon Raider Families,
The CDC and Governor made announcements this past week regarding masks. While the use of masks has been relaxed, schools continue to be required to follow the Safe Learning Plan through the end of the school year, which does require the use of masks in schools. So please continue to send your students to school with masks.
Also related to COVID, for those families who are wondering about vaccinations, vaccines have been opened up for anyone 12 years and older. You can locate an appointment by going here. And, just another reminder that if you have a student entering kindergarten, seventh, or eleventh grade, there are regular vaccine requirements before the first day of school. And, don't forget to get sports physicals. Both of these are easier to do earlier, rather than waiting until later in summer.
Finally, if you know a family who is planning on attending Hastings Public Schools and has not yet registered, please have them contact us using the appropriate building number listed at the bottom of this message. It is important that we have the most accurate enrollment information as soon as possible.
Have a great week!
Bob McDowell, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Summer Raiders Express Strength and Conditioning
Registration is open for the summer Raiders Express Strength and Conditioning program. Raiders Express is offered to all students that will be entering grades 6-12 at the end of summer (current grades 5-11 when registration takes place), regardless of gender or ability. The last day to register will be Friday, May 21st at 12:00 pm (noon), so sign up soon. After this, there is a $20 late fee, and registrations are done by printing and sending in a late registration form.
Emergency Broadband Benefit
Recently, the FCC announced that on May 12, 2021, eligible households will be able to apply for the Emergency Broadband Benefit.
In announcing the official launch date, Acting Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel stated:
“Families in every corner of the country have been struggling to get online throughout this pandemic. For those families, we now say help is around the corner. In less than two weeks, we will have a new way for disconnected Americans to access the internet to carry out their day-to-day life so that they can reach the virtual classroom, take advantage of telehealth and seek new employment opportunities.”
Beginning on May 12, households can apply in three ways:
1. Contact your preferred participating broadband provider directly to learn about their application process.
2. Go to GetEmergencyBroadband.org to apply online and to find participating providers near you.
3. Call 833-511-0311 for a mail-in application, and return it along with proof of eligibility to: Emergency Broadband Support Center
P.O. Box 7081
London, KY 40742
What's Happening at Hastings Public Schools Community Ed
- Stamp-A-Stack: Birthday Cards | May 18 | 6-8:30 pm | Tilden
- Keeping the Cabin, Farm, or Real Estate in the Family | May 18 | 6:30-8 pm | Online
- Proficiency & Prep for Steam and Hot Water Heating for Boiler License Test | May 22 | 8:30 am-2:30 pm | HHS
- *NEW* Reiki Certification: Advanced | Sat May 22 | 10 am-4 pm
- Swing Dance Workshop | May 24 | 7-8 pm | Tilden |
- Everything You Want to Know About Medicare | May 25 | 6:30-8 pm | Online
- Earn Extra Money Mystery Shopping | June 7 | 5-6 pm | Online
- *NEW* Self-Growth and the Art of Singing | Mon Jun 7 | 5:30-8 pm
- Explore 250 Legitimate Home-Based Business Ideas | June 7 | 6-8 pm | Online
- Make Money with a Virtual Assistant Business | June 7 | 8-9 pm | Online
- Introduction to Screenwriting for TV or Movies | June 8 | 5-6 pm | Online
- Beginners Guide to Getting Published | June 8 | 6-8 pm | Online
- Explore 50 Different Self Publishing Options | June 8 | 8-9 pm | Online
- HIIT with Tara | Wed June 9-July14 | 6-7 pm | Tilden
Hastings Public Schools
- Tilden Community Center 651-480-7670
- Kennedy Elementary (K-4) 651-480-7221
- McAuliffe Elementary (K-4) 651-480-7390
- Pinecrest Elementary (K-4) 651-480-7280
- Hastings Middle School (5-8) 651-480-7060
- Hastings High School (9-12) 651-480-7470
- Hastings Alternative Learning Center 651-480-7690
Email: raiderupdate@hastings.k12.mn.us
Website: www.hastings.k12.mn.us
Location: 1000 11th Street West, Hastings, MN, USA
Phone: 651-480-7000