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KELLOGG FAMILY NEWS | April 4, 2022
ONE SCOOP!
SCOOP ONE
MCA testing begins THIS WEEK!
- Apr 6-8: MCA Science (grade 8 only)
- Apr 12: MCA Reading (grade 6)
- Apr 14: MCA Reading (grades 7/8)
- Apr 19: MCA Math (grade 6)
- Apr 21: MCA Math (grades 7/8)
See important reminders below from Mr. Widman.
MCA Testing Updates
Below are 5 reminders regarding our upcoming MCA testing sessions:
5) Dates:
- April 6-8: 8th grade MCA science tests during science classes
- April 12 (Tuesday): 6th grade MCA reading test hours 1-3 by advisory (report to advisory class)
- April 14 (Thursday): 7th/8th grade MCA reading test hours 1-3 by advisory (report to advisory class)
- April 19 (Tuesday): 6th grade MCA math test hours 1-3 by advisory (report to advisory class)
- April 21 (Thursday): 7th/8th grade MCA math test hours 1-3 by advisory (report to advisory class)
4) Items to bring:
- Fully charged Chromebook (with charger)
- Wired headphones/earbuds
- Book to read (for after testing)
- Something to write with (scratch paper provided)
- Bottle of water if preferred
3) Prohibited Items to have in the testing session
(Please leave these at home on testing days):
- Cell Phones
- Wearable smart devices (smart watches, etc.)
- Wireless headphone/earbuds
- Any Bluetooth items
- Any academic work or materials (not allowed during testing session)
2) Be on time:
- Testing sessions will begin promptly at 8:20am
1) Be Prepared:
- Get a good night sleep
- Eat a good brain healthy breakfast
- Bring needed items- (glasses, etc.)
*Please check for TestNav in your Apps prior to testing. To do so, log out of your Chromebook. In the bottom left corner of the home screen look for “Apps”. Click on “Apps” and be sure that TestNav is listed. If not, please take your Chromebook to the Kellogg Media Center to get it fixed/replaced.
If you have questions please email Mike Widman at: miwidman@rochesterschools.org
Happening @ Kellogg
MONDAY
- A Day
- 4th Quarter begins!
TUESDAY
- B Day
WEDNESDAY
- A Day
- MCA Science - grade 8 only
THURSDAY
- B Day
- The Upstanders screening 7pm https://meet.google.com/wvi-qibk-ots (details below!)
- MCA Science - grade 8 only
FRIDAY
- A Day
- MCA Science - grade 8 only
SPRING TESTING DATES
- MCA Reading week of Apr 11
- MCA Math week of Apr 18
- FastBridge Reading week of May 9
- FastBridge Math week of May 16
A Dr. Pekel Welcome!
IndieFlix Trilogy Part 3
We would like to invite you to join us for our virtual screening of the film, The Upstanders, April 7th at 7pm. We have enjoyed seeing many of you at our first two screenings, Angst and Like and look forward to learning with you again in April.
The Upstanders: Building Resilience and Empathy to stand against Cyber-bullying
Thurs, Apr 7
7:00 PM
https://meet.google.com/wvi-qibk-ots
The Upstanders examines cyber-bullying from the perspectives of the bully, the victim and the onlooker, providing practical tips and resources to change the narrative – to stand up, speak out and support – and become an Upstander, not a Bystander
We will host a discussion following the film.
The Research
Screen Time
Move Time!
Important Information
- 328-5810
- 8:00-4:00
TECH SUPPORT
- Monday-Friday, 7am-7pm
- (800)789-0051
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CONNECT WITH US!
Administration
Angi McAndrews, Principal
507-328-5817 anmcandrews@rochesterschools.org
Mike Widman, Assistant Principal
507-328-5815 miwidman@rochesterschools.org
Teri Linander, Assistant Principal
507-328-5816 telinander@rochesterschools.org
Health
Sarah Brooks, Licensed School Nurse
507-328-5814 sabrooks@rochesterschools.org
Barb Erickson, Health Office Nurse
507-328-5813 baerickson@rochesterschools.org
Office Staff
Kris Hames, Office Manager
507-328-5801 krhames@rochesterschools.org
Erin Kroc, Registrar & Attendance
507-328-5810 erkroc@rochesterschools.org
Amy Clark, Receptionist
507-328-5800 amclark@rochesterschools.org
Support Services 328-5800
Dan VanWinkle, 6th Grade School Counselor
davanwinkle@rochesterschools.org
Trish Fierst, 7th Grade School Counselor
Amy Carstensen, 8th Grade School Counselor
amcarstensen@rochesterschools.org
Akilah Sharif, School Social Worker
Leah Mattern, School Social Worker
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Kellogg Middle School
Email: anmcandrews@rochester.k12.mn.us
Website: www.kellogg.rochester.k12.mn.us
Location: 503 17th St NE, Rochester, MN, USA
Phone: 507-328-5800
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