Firebird Flash
February 9, 2018
Dates to Remember
- February 12-16 - MJ1 Winter Olympics
- February 19 - No school, teacher inservice
- February 19 - Child Development Day
- February 24 - Loop Around the Lake
- February 26 - Super Art Trip applications due
- Feb. 26 - March 2 - Read Across America Week
- March 2 - Popcorn fundraiser
- March 12-16 - Spring Break
8th Grade Students and Parents:
The Super Art Trip is coming up! The Super Art Trip is an overnight trip to Minneapolis on April 5-6, and is for any serious artist in 8th grade. On the trip they will visit multiple art museums and learn about new arts and cultures. This amazing opportunity is open to ANY 8th grade student, but you must apply. Applications are available outside of the art room and are due to Ms. Christianson no later than Monday, February 26. Students must answer the application questions typed on a separate piece of paper and make an art project that incorporates and presents their answers and desire to attend.
Please contact Ms. Christianson with any questions or clarifications, kchristianson@mhlt.org.
Substitute Teacher Training
February 12 & 13, 2018 at CESA 9
304 Kaphaem Rd, P.O. Box 449 Tomahawk, WI 54487
For participants with an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in areas other than education
Instructor: Al Betry
Cost: $175 per person
Time: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm (each day)
CESA 9 Contacts: Al Betry and Hanna Van Ryen
CESA 9 developed the Substitute Teacher Training in response to a Legislative Bill which permits the temporary teacher certification of individuals with Associate or Bachelor Degrees in areas other than education. The training is designed to prepare prospective substitute teachers with basic information about the substitute's role. Participants who complete the training and practice will receive a certificate of completion. During the workshop, participants will be guided through the Department of Public Instruction’s application process for the Substitute Teacher License.
By the end of the program, participants will be able to:
- Identify and understand the professional responsibilities and roles of the substitute teacher.
- Identify and demonstrate successful classroom organization, management and behavioral Strategies.
- Understand the importance of student safety.
- Prepare and conduct a lesson.
- Understand the legal responsibilities of a substitute teacher.
- Use and demonstrate appropriate communication protocols and procedures during the school day.
Please be sure to have the following when you attend:
a laptop and power cord
access to your email
copy of college transcripts (Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree)
completed school district request form, if possible (PI-1622 form)
payment (if you haven't already paid)
Congratulations to Callie U., who took 1st Place All-Around in the gymnastics meet at AV-W on Monday!
Cell Phone Policy Reminder
WANTED: Clear Plastic Bottles for STEAM Night
April 12 is Family STEAM Night, and two different grade levels (grades 2 & 4), and Creative Minds, are doing projects that require plastic soda bottles for each student. We are in need of clear plastic soda bottles in the following sizes; 2 liter, 1 liter, 20 oz, and 16 ounce. Pepsi bottles are the perfect size and shape, but others can work also. Please email Mr. Oxley at boxley@mhlt.org if you have questions.
Counseling Corner
Figuring out “WHO AM I?” is an important piece of teenage development. This identity formation is a time when tweens “try on” new ideas, experiences, and beliefs. The things your child likes or dislikes are often the face he chooses to show the world as he figures out his personality.
Be an eParent®! Spend time getting to know more about what your child likes and what he or she doesn’t like these days! Download this activity and have some fun conversation sharing both of your likes and dislikes.
Click here to read more about being an eParent.
Upcoming Field Trips
February 12 - 2nd grade to Grand Theater in Wausau
February 28 - All middle schoolers to see "Cinderella" at LUHS
March 6 - Woodland students to Madison
'The Mitten' at Minocqua Winter Park
DNA: What Is It?
Joy Pitzer shares her enthusiasm for science and her knowledge of DNA at the Minocqua Public Library on Saturday, February 17 at 10:30 am. We will extract DNA from strawberries and participate in other fun activities - sign up at the library, 715.356.4437. This program is for ages 7 and up.
Off-Season Volleyball Training
Your volleyball coaches are ready for off-season fun! Below are two opportunities to keep your volleyball skills sharp. All students in 6th grade and older are welcome!
Community Building Gym (Minocqua library)
Mondays, 6:45-8:00 pm
Out-of-season Skills Sessions:
Faith E-Free Church (9035 Blumenstein Rd., Woodruff)
4:00-6:00 pm
Sunday evenings: February 18, March 4 & 25, April 8 & 22, May 6 & 20
Friday Night Open Swim
Minocqua J1 School District
Email: johnson@mhlt.org
Website: www.mhlt.org
Location: 7450 Titus Drive, Minocqua, WI, United States
Phone: (715) 356-5206
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MinocquaJ1SchoolDistrict/?fref=ts