The Wave
Minnewaska Area Elementary and Intermediate Newsletter
Principal's Corner
We've had a few changes you'll notice this year from curriculum to schedules. Our first set of conferences is mid-October. We'll spend some time meeting with all families to review student data and work together to create goals for every child K-6. Another change we're working to focus on is character education. We believe the Star Qualities we've chosen to focus on will help our students both in and out of the classroom. We're beginning the charge with talking about how to BE KIND to one another.
We're also excited to celebrate Homecoming next week, Oct. 1-5. We'll have dress up days for both sites that have been chosen by our new 3-6 Student Council. In addition, there is a change for Friday as all students will be heading to our Homecoming parade that will take place at 12:30 on 10/5. More information is in the newsletter below.
MAES DRESS UP DAYS
Monday 10/1- PJ Day
Wednesday 10/3-Wacky Day
Friday 10/5-Laker Day
MAIS DRESS UP DAYS
Monday 10/1-PJ Day
Wednesday 10/3-Jersey Day
Friday 10/5-Laker Day
Lastly, you may notice we're not updating the Elementary and Intermediate Facebook page as we have before. We're working to combine our social media posts together to one Minnewaska site, so if you haven't liked the Minnewaska Schools social media pages, please click on the link below.
Website: www.minnewaska.k12.mn.us
Location: Glenwood, MN, United States
Phone: 320-239-4800
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/waskapride/
In Every Issue...
Attendance:
Should your child be ill or not joining us at school on a certain day, we need to know. Please call our schools at 320-239-4800.Call ext. 2000 for Kylie and MAES or send an email to kmurken@isd2149.org.
Call ext. 1208 for Kristen at MAIS or send an email to kquelle@isd2149.org.
Bus Information:
For information regarding a bus issue, please call Palmer Bus Service at 320-634-3272.
Student Support:
K-6 Social Worker Mary Walsh 320-239-4800
Student Support Services Coordinator Brian Gruber 320-239-4800
K-6 Principal Sarah Suchy 320-239-4800
Morning Drop Off
It's Time to Celebrate!
PTA Pipeline
Come and meet new families and connect with your child’s friends outside of school at our Tailgate Kick off event Friday, Oct. 5th from 5:30-7:00 PM. See attachment for more info. We hope you can make it!
United Way Coat Distribution - Monday 10/15 @ MAES
On Monday, October 15 the United Way will be hosting a coat distribution for families in Pope County who are in need of coats and other winter gear.
The distribution will be at the Minnewaska Elementary School cafeteria starting at 3:30 and ending at 7:00 pm. If you are unable to find suitable outerwear for your child(ren), please contact Mary Walsh, school social worker, at 239-1317. If you would like to donate gently used coats or other cold weather gear, please drop off at the elementary school prior to Oct 15. Thank you!
What's Coming Up
10/2 Tue 6th Grade Field Trip to Pope County Museum (12:30-3:00 PM)
10/4 Thu 5th Grade Field Trip to Scandia Wood Environmental Learning Lab
10/5 Fri HISTORIC Glenwood Streets Project Grand Re-opening
10/5 Fri PTA Kickoff Event 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM @ MAHS
10/10 Wed MAES Picture Retake
10/11 Thu Picture Retake for MAIS
10/15 Mon K-12 Parent/Teacher Conferences 3:30-7:30 PM
10/15 Mon 3:30 -7:00 Coat Drive at Elementary Building
10/16 Tue Early Out for Students @ 11:30 AM
10/16 Tue K-12 Parent/Teacher Conferences Noon - 7:00 PM
10/17-10/19 Minnesota Education Break – NO SCHOOL
11/2 Fri Teacher In-service – NO SCHOOL
11/5 Mon NO SCHOOL
11/22 & 11/23 Thanksgiving Break – NO SCHOOL
MAIS Math Masters
5th & 6th graders interested will take a test.
The club will begin to meet in mid-to late November. More info to come. Please contact Mary Henriksen @ mhenriksen@isd2149.org with any questions.
Scholastic Book Fair - Oct 15th & 16th
It would be great to have parent volunteers during this time to help in running the book fair. If you'd like to help please sign up using the following link: https://volunteer.scholastic.com/#/signup/9Ha57hjWP
News from Minnewaska Health Services
What is influenza?
Influenza is different than the “stomach flu” and is a contagious respiratory illness caused by a virus that infects the nose, throat, and sometimes lungs.
Influenza symptoms
Fever
Sore throat
Cough
Headache
Extreme tiredness
Body aches
What can you do to protect yourself from Influenza?
Get your flu shot
Wash your hands often with soap and water
Cover your nose and mouth when you sneeze, with a tissue or your shoulder sleeve
Do not share drinking cups and straws
Clean commonly touched surfaces often (door knobs, refrigerator handles, phones, and water faucets)
Stay home when you are sick
Can return to school 24 hours after fever is gone without fever-reducing medication (e.g. Tylenol or Advil). They should also be well enough to participate in school before returning.
Any questions call Nurse Megan at 320-239-4800