Woodcrest Spanish Immersion
February 16, 2022 Newsletter
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Greetings Woodcrest families,
Masks, Long weekends, and Panther Spirit
It is hard to believe how quickly these three school days have gone! Please remember there is no school tomorrow, Friday or Monday. We return to school Tuesday, February 22.
When students return to school on Tuesday, February 22, face masks will be strongly recommended but no longer required at Woodcrest Spanish Immersion School.
We continue to see declining COVID-19 activity and have been working through just a handful of requests from families to change learning models – to in-person or to online. As communicated last week, because of the low number of requests and because our COVID-19 absences are at a low 2.5 percent we are able to implement the revised Face Mask Decision-Making Guide early. We will continue to monitor COVID activity and respond as needed in alignment with the guidance that is in place.
On a fun note, next week, The Panther Foundation is leading a spirit week and week of giving. There’s fun planned for all including four days of spirit wear. And of course, the week concludes with a Panther party. Check out the newsletter for more information. I hope to see a whiteout on Tuesday when we return to school.
Enjoy your time together as a family or with friends during this long weekend!
Con gratitúd,
John Franke
Substitute Hiring Event - Tomorrow, February 17
Teachers on Call, a substitute staffing service, is hosting a substitute hiring event at Spring Lake Park High School on Thursday, February 17 from 3-6 p.m. Warm up with some hot cocoa and connect with Teachers on Call and district representatives to learn about the opportunities that await in the Spring Lake Park School district. No prior teaching experience is required. You can apply on-site and start making a difference in the lives of students! Learn more.
Nominate a teacher for the 2022 SLP Teacher of the Year by February 25
There is still time to nominate a teacher for the SLP Teacher of the Year award. This is a great opportunity to recognize the amazing educators we have in Spring Lake Park Schools!
Please download and complete a Nomination Form below and email or return the form to Spring Lake Park High School to the attention of Maria Ahrndt. Nominations are due by Friday, February 25, 2022.
In case you missed it, view the nominee criteria and learn more.
Spring Pictures
Spring Pictures will take place on March 8, 2022 in the Pina Room. As a reminder, only students that will be placing orders for spring pictures will be photographed. If parents would like to place an order, please go to the Lifetouch website and use picture day ID: EVTBR7MC4
Get Panther pumped — Spirit week, Week of Giving is Feb. 21-26
We’re getting in the spirit and supporting Spring Lake Park Schools. The Panther Foundation is gearing up for a week of fun next week. Leading up to the Panthers for a Purpose party on Saturday, February 26, the Panther Foundation will host a "Week of Giving" Fundraising and Pride Week from February 21-26. The Week of Giving is open to the entire SLP community and has some amazing opportunities for everyone to get involved and support our students at each
milestone.
Week of Giving Opportunities:
- Show your spirit: Plan now to dress head to toe in our school colors all week long. Send in photos (pantherfoundation@district16.org) to be entered into a drawing to win a gift card to the Panther Store:
- Tuesday, February 22 – White Out
- Wednesday, February 23 – Red Out
- Thursday, February 24 – Blue Out
- Friday, February 25 – Panther Spirit Day!
- Browse and bid: The Silent Auction will be open to the entire community again this year! With over 200+ packages featuring trips, artisan pieces, Panther gear, restaurant gift cards, adult libations, unique experiences and MORE! Watch for the Silent Auction preview in the coming week on the Panthers for a Purpose Event Website. Register now to bid on the Silent Auction.
- Dine to Donate: See a schedule of community restaurants who are partnering with us during the Week of Giving. Dine at one of the four locations during the week, mention the Panther Foundation/SLP and a portion of your sales will go to the Panther Foundation.
Panther Foundation Party:
There’s still time to purchase your tickets for the biggest Panther Party of the year on Saturday, February 26, 2022, at Bunker Hills Event Center in Coon Rapids. The party will close out the fundraising week with the silent auction and will feature the band Good for Gary, a Twin Cities favorite.
Learn everything you need to know on the Panthers for a Purpose event page.
Staff Appreciation
Thank you to volunteers who delivered breakfast including bagels, fruit and coffee to Woodcrest Staff on Valentines Day! It was a perfect day for PTO to show our love to our great staff!
Winter Family Event
Come join Woodcrest families on Sunday, March 6 at Springbrook Nature Center from 1-4 p.m. There will be indoor and outdoor activities including story walk, bonfire with camp stories, crafts, and STEM activities.
PTO will be providing hot chocolate while supplies last.
We will need lots of helping hands to fill short 30 minute spots to guide families through events. The volunteer opportunities are posted on Konstella.
This is not a drop-off event - a guardian must be present with each student during the time at Springbrook.
Box Top Collection
Last call to turn in physical Box Tops for this school year. Please turn them into the office by February 25 to be included in our next submission mailing. (Box tops collected after this date will be submitted next fall.)
Most items no longer have physical box tops. If you download the Box Top App, you can scan your receipt and PTO will still receive 10 cents for each item. If you shop online, simply forward your emailed receipts using the same email account that is registered with your box tops account. Submitting box tops in these ways can be done throughout the entire year-even summer-but must be completed within two weeks of purchase!
PTO Contact Information
If you have any ideas, questions, or concerns, please reach out to the Woodcrest Spanish Immersion PTO.
- Thursday, February 17-Monday, February 21 - No school
- Saturday, March 6- WCSI PTO Winter Family Day at Springbrook Nature Center
- Tuesday, March 8- Spring Pictures
- Thursday, March 10- End of Trimester 2
- Friday, March 11- Monday, March 21- Spring Break
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