RStar Weekly News
December 9th-13th
Thursday December 5th
Mistle-Toes Day
Wear your tackiest holiday socks!
Friday December 6th
Deck the Halls!
Come decked out in your favorite holiday accessories (jewelry, scarves, hats, etc.)
Monday December 9th
Run, Run Rudolph Day
Wear tennis shoes and athletic wear
Tuesday December 10th
Don't be a Grinch!
Wear green today
Wednesday December 11th
Frosty Day
Dress like a snowman/woman!
Thursday December 12th
"Walking' in a Winter Wonderland
Wear comfortable walking shoes and comfy clothes (and bundle up in a vest/hat/scarf)
Friday December 13th
Faux Fur Friday
Wear whatever faux fur you have!
Monday December 16th
Mad about Plaid
Wear your favorite flannel shirt!
Tuesday December 17th
Peppermint Patties & Candyland
everyone wear your favorite red & white outfit (or even candy)
Wednesday December 18th
Holiday Hat Day
wear your holiday headwear
Thursday December 19th
Settle down for a long winter's nap
wear your PJ's
Friday December 20th
Ugly Sweater Day
Wear a tacky holiday sweater!
2019-2020 School Information
We are in need of boys and girls clothes of all sizes! If you have any items you would like to donate please bring them to the office.
RS Staff Cookie Exchange
Please drop off your goodies (cookies, cakes, candies, whatever!) at school anytime on Monday, December 16th. You can either bring them to the office or on Tuesday December 17th there will be a few elves located in the morning drop-off line who can help grab your treats as well!!
Please use the link below to sign up and let us know what you plan to bring!
Thanks for your help and Happiest of Holidays!
When you shop online at Amazon.com use the link below and Amazon will give a percentage of your total amount back to Rising Star!
Grand Lunch Pictures
Send in Your Pictures
If you have any pictures of your students or other great things happening at The Star, please send them to the email below so that we can include them in the yearbook!
General MVP Information
- We love having volunteers in our classroom, and we will definitely need volunteers for upcoming field trips!
- If you are wanting to become a regular volunteer, please begin the MVP process. You will not be allowed to accompany us on a field trip until the process is completed.
- MVP General Information: https://www.smsd.org/families/volunteer-mvp
- The MVP Process is as followed:
- Complete the background check here:http://bit.ly/mvpvoluntee
- Go to an MVP training at one of the sites listed in the schedule. (Please see the General Information link for dates, times, and locations.)
- If you need any help or have any questions, please e-mail Mr. Wilson at any time at RyanWilson@smsd.org
News From Mr. Hupe
Why Instrumental Music??
There are so many success stories about students who lack confidence or feel socially awkward who join the school music program(s) and it turns their whole life around! Read this great article about the power and purpose of music education. An oboe student is mentioned in the introduction: “Her dad, who carried his own scars of social awkwardness, told [the author] he doubted whether his daughter would pursue the oboe past high school, but the lessons she learned and supports she enjoyed as a “bandie” were alone worth the cost of the instrument. The musical literacy she cultivated – the knowledge and skills – was just gravy.”
The Amazing Power of a Plain Old Arts Education (from the Education Week blog): http://blogs.edweek.org/teachers/teacher_in_a_strange_land/2018/01/the_amazing_power_of_a_plain_old_arts_education.html
CANADIAN BRASS—CHECK THIS OUT!
Food Service... Did You Know?
FOOD SERVICE….Did you know…………
Did you know ways to keep you and your family healthy during the holiday season? Please follow these 4 basic food safety steps to reduce the risk of foodborne illness: Clean, Separate, Cook, and Chill.
Clean
· Hand washing is one of the best ways to prevent the spread of foodborne illness. Remember to wash your hands with soap and water for 20 seconds before and after handling food.
· Wash all kitchen counters, dishes, and utensils with hot soapy water.
Separate
· Prevent cross-contamination by keeping raw meat, poultry, seafood and eggs separate from all other foods.
· Designate one cutting board for fresh produce and another for raw meat, poultry, seafood, and eggs.
· Replace empty platters instead of adding fresh food to a dish that already had food on it.
Cook
· Use a food thermometer to ensure your foods have been cooked to the proper minimum internal temperature.
· Keep food at 140° F or above after cooking.
· Microwave food thoroughly to 165° F.
Chill
· Refrigerate perishable foods within 2 hours. Remember to store leftovers within 2 hours as well.
· Cooling food rapidly helps prevent bacterial growth. Large amounts of food should be divided into smaller containers before refrigerating.
· Know when to throw food out. When in doubt, throw it out.
Don’t forget – if your child receives free or reduced meals, they are eligible for one breakfast and one lunch per day as part of this benefit. All breakfast and lunch meal choices are available for all students regardless of eligibility status.
The school breakfast menus, lunch menus, and other nutrition information are available on the district’s website at https://www.smsd.org/about/departments/food-service.
Health Insurance Marketplace
This year, open enrollment for the Health Insurance Marketplace is six weeks from November 1 through December 15. The Kansas Assisters Network helps families complete health insurance and social services applications and provides education about health insurance and how to obtain healthcare. They help families apply for Marketplace and Medicaid as well as connect with services in the community. The Kansas Assisters Network will be available to assist families with enrollment: If you are unable to attend this event you may apply: Online: https://www.healthcare.gov/ The Health Insurance Marketplace is for people who don’t have health coverage.
Shawnee Mission North
Thursday, November 14, 2019
6 p.m.- 8 p.m.
Interpreters will be available.
Please bring:
Phone: 1-800-318-2596
Appointment: 913-735-9008
West is Best Scholarship Fund
West is Best Scholarship Fund was founded in 2012 to provide financial assistance to students to participate in after school sports or scouts. Recipients must live or go to school in the SM West attendance area. Over the years, we have provided over 520 scholarships totaling over $56,000 to area youth in all grades, K-12, at all West-area schools. For more information or our scholarship forms, please visit our website at www.westisbestscholarshipfund.com.
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