Forest Lake Elementary Buzz
May 7th, 2021
Honest-Empathy-Respectful-Own your actions
Important Upcoming Dates
- May 10th - 14th - Distance Learning
- May 31st - No School
- June 10th - Students Last Day of School
FLE Arts and Academics Expo 2021
For a second year, we will have a digital Arts and Academic Expo which means student work and performances will be displayed on a website. We are still working out the specific details, but students may begin preparing their submissions and performances.
Arts and Academics Expo is a non-competitive event where FLE students have the opportunity to show off their talents, expertise and interests. Arts and Academics Expo is designed to encourage students to share their talents in the arts and to be recognized for their academic achievements in a variety of categories. Depending on the category, students will either submit their finished products or video of a presentation/performance. Please check out our A& A planning website. Questions may be directed to Mrs. C. Larson at clarson@flaschools.org
FLE Educational Equity Pledge
To help set the tone of our school culture we have added this equity pledge to our morning announcements. These are the commitments we make to our students everyday.
We value your strengths and contributions
You are respected for who you are
Your voice will be heard and appreciated
You are cared about
We will work to represent you in our curriculum
We want you to feel comfortable and welcomed at school
We will support you to be academically confident and challenged
You will be empowered to achieve your goals, dreams and full potential
We all will take responsibility in creating a more just society
Rangers Supporting Rangers School Supply Program
Program Information for the 2021-22 School Year:
The Rangers Supporting Rangers School Supply Program assists families in the district who have a financial need by providing backpacks and school supplies to their students. Rangers Supporting Rangers is currently accepting registrations from families with students attending Forest Lake Area Schools for the 2021-22 school year. Online registration closes July 31, 2021.
Backpacks and school supplies will be available before school starts in August at the school your student attends. Watch for an email from your school with more information later this summer.
To register for this program:
Please click on this LINK and register for the school your student will be attending during the 2021-22 school year.
To help support this program:
Rangers Supporting Rangers is a 501(c)(3) organization. Financial donations are tax deductible and 100% of donations are used to support this project. Rangers Supporting Rangers is a volunteer organization. This program is entirely funded by grants and private donations.
To make a financial contribution:
Please make checks to “Rangers Supporting Rangers” and send to:
Rangers Supporting Rangers
8661 North Shore Trail N
Forest Lake, MN 55025
If you have questions about making a contribution, please contact Stephanie Groff at 651-307-0969, sgroff22@gmail.com
To donate school supplies or for additional information:
Please contact Tracy Angelo at tangelo@flaschools.org or 651-982-8110.Community Education Special opportunity for Forest Lake residents
Community Education in partnership with the City of Forest Lake is offering a variety of classes for adults and children in the city parks this summer. Due to financial support from the City of Forest Lake, these opportunities are only open to residents of the City of Forest Lake.
Click the link below for details about upcoming art classes and sport clinics for children as well as yoga and Zumba for adults!
https://forestlake.ce.eleyo.com/search?q=coffl&redirected_yet=true
Space is limited so please register early!
Spirit Wear
Check out our online store for some new gear just in time for the holidays! A portion of the proceeds go back to our schools!
Has COVID-19 made it hard to pay your rent?
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Has COVID-19 made it hard to pay your rent?
If you have experienced hardship due to the pandemic and need assistance to pay your rent or utility bills, you may be eligible for COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance.
RentHelpMN, www.RentHelpMN.org, is now accepting applications from renters who owe back rent. Eligible Minnesota renters can receive help with rent and utility bills dated on or after March 13, 2020. If you qualify, you could receive up to 15 months total assistance.
Funds are being released in two phases:
Phase one (open now) will assist renters that owe back rent (from March 13, 2020-present);
Phase two will include all applicants, assisting with back rent and future rent.
Please visit RentHelpMN.org to download the renter checklist or the landlord checklist for all of the information you need to see if you are eligible and find out what documents you’ll need in order to apply. Click here for Frequently asked questions.
Who can I call with additional questions? Trained operators are available to answer your questions about your eligibility, bills, documents or to make a reasonable accommodation. Call 211 today.
Summer School Planning
We are already planning for Summer School. Below is some general information, with more information to come as we get closer to Spring.
Summer School Dates
- Monday, June 21st through Friday, July 30th
- No school on Friday, July 2nd.
Daily Schedule: 7:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
Locations for Summer School this year will be:
- Wyoming Elementary for K-5
- Forest Lake Area Community School for grades 6-12.
Meals
Grab and Go Breakfast and Lunch will be provided.
Registration Process
At April conferences, the qualifying recommendation letter
including the URL and directions on how to register will come home
to you!
Here Comes the Bus
Here Comes the Bus for Forest Lake Area Schools
- View the real-time location of your child’s bus
- Access the app from your smartphone, tablet or computer
- Receive push notifications or email alerts
- Send your child to the bus stop at just the right time, every time
How to get started:
- Download the Here Comes the Bus app (available in the App Store and Google Play) or visit herecomesthebus.com
- Click “Sign Up” (top right corner on the website)
- Enter school code 38313 and click “Next” followed by “Confirm”
- Complete the “User Profile” box
- Under “My Students,” click “Add.” Enter your child’s last name and student ID number - Student ID numbers can be found on ParentVUE
- Once you have confirmed your information, you’re ready to begin using Here Comes the Bus!
Tips:
- For their safety, we continue to request that students be at the bus stop five minutes before the bus arrives.
- Notifications for your bus are based on a radius and distance away from your bus stop. You can customize that radius within the app to provide the best timing for notification.
- Students who live in dual households can be added separately. One household will be entered with the regular student ID number and the other will be entered with the student ID plus * (for example, 12345*)
Digital Backpack
Shop Amazon and Support Our Schools!
Help raise funds for our schools effortlessly! Use the link below when shopping Amazon and our AmazonSmiles program will donate to our school with each purchase. Please note that the Amazon App does not qualify for this give back program.
About Us
Email: knewby@flaschools.org
Website: www.flaschools.org/fle
Location: Forest Lake Elementary School, 408 4th Street Southwest, Forest Lake, MN, USA
Phone: 651-982-3200
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FLERangers
Twitter: @FLERangers