Nicollet News
Family Weekly Newsletter: December 6 - 10, 2021
THIS IS A REGULAR IN PERSON SCHOOL WEEK!
We can't wait to see the students back in person!
IMPORTANT REMINDERS
CELL PHONE POLICY REMINDER
The following steps will be taken if students do not meet the cellphone expectation.
- Students will receive a reminder to put away their phone in their locker the first time they use their phone.
- The second time, their teacher will hold on to their phone until the end of class.
- The third time, their phone will be held in the office until the end of the day and parents/guardians will be contacted.
- The fourth time, the phone will be held for parent pick up in the office and Deans will work with families to develop a plan around the cellphone.
ATTENDANCE REMINDERS
A reminder that school begins at 7:50. The building opens to students at 7:30. Please ensure students are dropped off each morning by 7:45 AM at the latest so that they have time to get to their lockers and classes in time for the start of classes at 7:50 AM.
If you know your student needs to leave early for the day please send a note with them to school. They will be given a pass to leave class at that time. When you arrive at Nicollet call us and we'll send them out to you!
We are currently limiting visitors in the building. If you need to drop something off for your student or pick up or drop off your student, please remain in your car, call 952-707-2600 and we will come to you. Thank you for your cooperation.
The School Day ends at 2:50. Please make sure students are picked up by 3:00 PM each day unless they are staying after for a school activity.
WINTER WEATHER SUPPORT
We know it's chilly these days! If you need assistance with winter clothing, please reach out to your student's social worker:
Kara Fahey if you have a 6th grader with a last name A-K or an 8th grader -
kfahey@isd191.org (952-707-2616)
Kristin Mains if you have a 6th grader with last name L-Z or a 7th grader -
kmains@isd191.org (952-707-2617)
HEALTH REMINDER
Please remember, if your student is experiencing any of the following symptoms, they MUST stay home from school.
Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher
New cough or a cough that gets worse
Difficulty/hard time breathing
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
Nasal congestion/stuffy or runny nose
Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Muscle pain
Extreme fatigue/feeling very tired
Severe/very bad headache
Chills
It’s essential that we all work together and stay vigilant so we can keep doing the things we want to do, including in-person learning, activities and athletics.
MASK UP NICOLLET!
EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS INFORMATION
Application for Educational Benefits
Every year, all families with children enrolled in Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School District 191 should complete an Application for Educational Benefits. Many families are eligible to receive free or reduced-price meals, as well as waived or reduced fees for transportation, athletics, activities and more!
By completing an application, you are helping to ensure every school in District 191 gets the much-needed state and federal funding it deserves.
- Complete the application at: https://www.isd191.org/enroll/application-for-educational-benefits
Yearbooks & School Pictures Information
If you had your school pictures retaken:
ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK!
Pricing for 2021-22 Nicollet Yearbooks:
Softcover: $19.50 Hardcover: $24.00
Autograph Page: $2 Current Events Page: $3
BURNSVILLE SPIRIT STORE UPDATE
BURNSVILLE SPIRIT STORE:
Once we return to in-person classes at BHS we will resume normal operating hours of 10-3:30 on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Consider ordering online and picking up your items in the BHS main office. Thank you for continuing to support us during these challenging times.
Shop here: https://isd-191.square.site/
IMPORTANT VACCINE & TESTING INFORMATION
Vaccine info for 5-12 year olds
The webpage, mn.gov/vaxforkids, was created to be a resource for families to learn about the safety of the COVID-19 vaccine for children and teens, understand what to expect when their child gets vaccinated, and why it is important to do so. The site will also help parents find the right vaccination experience and location for their child.
In addition to the webpage, two new videos were created featuring Minnesota pediatricians sharing information about the COVID-19 vaccine for children and why it is important to get kids vaccinated:
- COVID-19 Vaccines and Kids: What Parents Should Know
- COVID-19 Vaccines and Kids: What Pediatricians Are Saying
Also there are social graphics and translations are available on the Share Our Message page for use by schools and other community members to share this message.
Kids Deserve a Shot!
Minnesota has launched ‘Kids Deserve a Shot,’ a vaccine incentives program rewarding Minnesotans 12-17 years old for completing their COVID-19 vaccine series.
Incentives such as VISA giftcards and College Scholarships!
Click here to learn more information!
COVID-19 Vaccine and Testing Resources
Here is the link to the main Dakota County COVID vaccine page: https://www.co.dakota.mn.us/HealthFamily/HandlingEmergencies/Disasters/Pages/COVID-19-Vaccine.aspx
Here is the link to the schedule of upcoming COVID vaccine clinics:
https://phappt.co.dakota.mn.us/appointment/en/clinic/search
Free at home screening through Vault Order Your Kit
- When you send it in, you’ll get results in 1-3 days and Vault will send you another kit automatically!
ACTIVITIES & ATHLETICS
Nicollet Clubs & Activities
Science Fair - Mondays from 3:00 - 4:30 in room 311~ Mr. Nemetz and Ms. Challgren
Chess Club - Tuesday/Thursday from 3:00 - 4:30 in the Media Center ~ Mr. Ribnick
Photojournalism Club - Thursdays from 3:00 - 4:30 in Room 124 ~ Ms. Holman
Singers & Swingers - Thursdays at 7:00 before school in Choir Rm or Aux Gym ~ Ms. Bakken
Student Council - Tuesdays from 3:00 - 4:30 in Room 502/4 ~ Ms. Wilson
Prism - Every other Tuesday from 3:00 - 4:30 in Room 320 ~ Ms. Schmidt
The Drama Experience - Monday - Thursday from 3:00 - 4:30 in Room 100 ~ Mr. Orth
MORE INFORMATION BELOW
Chess Club Tournament News!
The Drama Experience
The Drama Experience is a one-of-a-kind program that combines original scripts, state-of-the-art technology, and a welcoming culture. This is open to all Nicollet students. After school in Room 100 with Mr. Orth. Join the Schoology Course with Access Code: X75R-T3KP-KJW2 for more information!
Please register & pay online using this link:
https://isd191-ar.rschooltoday.com/viewmyaccount
If you have an account you'll sign in on this page otherwise create your account and you'll then be able to register!
BYC is delayed until January 3rd, 2022
BYC is set to run: January 3rd - April 28th
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
Burnsville Youth Collaborative grados 6-8: Nuestro programa extracurricular BYC combina apoyo académico y enriquecimiento junto con actividades recreativas. El programa es de lunes a jueves de 3:00 a 6:00 p.m. Se proporciona transporte a los estudiantes dentro de la zona de autobuses.
Haga click aquí para registrar a su estudiante:
Science Fair!
Love Science? Check out the Science Fair! You pick your favorite topic, we help with the rest (even the what to do)! Looking for more information? Click here for great information about the Minnesota State Science & Engineering Fair (how to get started, ideas and more!)
- We provide the board
- We provide most materials
- We provide help sessions every Monday after school until the fair
- Do your project from home! We can still help and you don't have to stay after school.
- You could qualify for the Twin Cities Regional Science Fair
Mr. Nemetz & Ms. Challgren, Science Fair Advisors
PRISM Club
PRISM is an after-school club celebrating inclusiveness and individuality! It is a safe, non-judgemental space and network for LGBTQ+ students and allies. We are open to ALL students who want to support each other and promote an accepting environment at NMS.
We meet every-other Tuesday in room 320 (Ms. Schmidt’s room) after school!
Our next meeting will be Tuesday, December 7th.
BHS Athletics - Winter Sports Registration
Winter Sports Registration: The 2021-22 BHS Winter Sports online rSchoolToday registration is now OPEN for grades 7-12; . https://isd191-ar.rschooltoday.com/ Please use your same email, username, and password if you are a Returning User from the 2020-21 school year OR this past 2021 fall athletic season. Below are the start/tryout dates for the winter sports offered.
You will need to have a VALID - current sports physical on file with the BHS Athletics Office in order to participate. This is a requirement of the MSHSL and BHS. Students CANNOT participate without it! Please click on the link to print off a copy of the MSHSL Sports Qualifying Physical Examination Form: https://www.mshsl.org/sites/default/files/2020-07/2020-21-sqpe-3-25-20.pdf
You need to have completed the rSchoolToday online registration prior to the start/tryout date. Please visit https://isd191-ar.rschooltoday.com/ to register for athletics (and activities).
Please visit the athletic website for more information on your winter sport; https://bhs.isd191.org/activities/athletics
If you have any athletic and activities registration questions, please contact Jeanine Riggs; jriggs@isd191.org
Community Resources
Family Food Resources
191 Community Pantry
Our family, grocery bag style food distribution available to all community members on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month at Diamondhead Education Center. Each grocery bag has 10-15 nonperishable items designed for a family of 4 including a box of assorted fresh fruits and vegetables when available. The Pantry is open to the public.
191 Community Pantry Grocery Bag Distributions -- 1st and 3rd Tuesdays Year Round
191 Fresh Produce Distribution
Available July - October provides a box of assorted fresh fruits and vegetables distributed the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month at Diamondhead and is available to all community members.
More information about these resources at:
WEBSITE: www.tinyurl.com/brainpower191
EMAIL: brainpower191@gmail.com
Questions?
Phone: 952-707-2600
Email: nicollet@isd191.org
Fadlan la xiriir Axmad Kaahiye, is ku xirahanaga iskuulka Nicollet Middle School, wixii su'aala ah oo aad ka qabtid macluumaadkaa:
akaahiye@isd191.org Tel: 952-373-1877
Si tiene alguna preguntas, envíe un correo electrónico a Mary Lopez:
mlopez@isd191.org Tel: 612-568-3022
About Nicollet Middle School
Email: nicollet@isd191.org
Website: nicollet.isd191.org/
Location: Nicollet Middle School, East 134th Street, Burnsville, MN, USA
Phone: (952)707-2600
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicolletmiddle
Twitter: @NicolletMS191
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