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SPAIN First Day of School Tuesday, September 3, 2019
School Day Schedule Elementary School: 8:15 am - 2:55pm High School: 8:10 am - 3:05 pm
St. Charles Schools Directory 2019-20 August Issue 2019
St. Charles Public Schools Nondiscrimination Statement The St. Charles Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, disability, receipt of public assistance, or marital status and age in its programs and activities.
Letter from Superintendent Jeff Apse August Issue 2019
Community Task Force on Facilities Continues its Work Dear Parents and Community Members, I’m writing this letter on June 24, 2019. By the time you read this, two recommendations recently presented to our School Board regarding the future of our District’s facilities and our plans to provide for student programming will have been acted upon during the Board’s July 15th regular meeting. In September, 2018, a twenty-seven-member community task force was formed to assist the school district in developing a community-driven facility improvement plan that the district could use to guide future facility planning decisions. Nine months later, the task force’s work was complete, and it culminated with representatives from the task force presenting a series of recommendations to the School Board on June 10th. The current draft of the facility plan maps out 100+ facility issues and solutions. Some are high priority items, some are medium priority items, and some are low priority items. The plan also includes rough cost estimates and funding strategies for each solution. During the June 10th School Board meeting, representatives from the facility task force presented two recommendations: 1. The facility task force recommends that the School District adopt the comprehensive facility plan that was developed with input from the task force as a tool to assist the district in planning for future facility improvements; and 2. To ask our community’s tax payers to support a bond referendum of $18.6 million to help fund 11 of the 100+ solutions that have been built into the plan. The 11 referendum solutions are considered high priority needs for the District. The task force representatives shared the task force’s thoughts on options for referendum question format including packaging the solutions into one question or breaking them into two separate questions. They stressed that the facility task force feels all 11 solutions are of high importance, and they shared that the majority of facility task force members who were in attendance during the May 21st task force meeting favored packaging the solutions into one question. They also shared, that the facility task force would support which ever question option the School Board decides. The School Board took action on June 10th to table their decision on the facility task force’s recommendations until July 15th, to take some time to consider the recommendations from the facility task force before making their official decisions. If the Board adopts the facility task force’s recommendations, bond referendum question format will be pending the Board’s action to officially call an election, and the decision to call an election would be made in August. You can learn more about the facility task force’s work, the facility issues we developed solutions for, and the solutions built into the facility plan by clicking the various links on the facility task force’s website at: https://www.scschools.net/page/4947. The facility task force and the School Board are understanding of the potential tax impact a referendum would have on our community. This past spring, a diverse sample of 625 community members were surveyed to help the district grasp an understanding of the level of community support for the solutions we have been exploring, along with the level of tax impact our community would be willing to support. The cost of the 11 solutions, stays within the tax impact range that the majority of survey respondents indicated that they would be willing to support. The full survey results are available on the task force’s website. Another positive note on the property tax front, after the District’s 2016 referendum attempts, the legislature did pass what has become known as the “Ag2School Credit.” Essentially a 40% credit is applied to the tax due for school building bond projects on ag land. That credit didn’t exist for our district’s ag land owners in 2016. It does now. To help people grasp an understanding of the impact the 40% credit has on an ag community, I invite you to read a letter to the editor that was submitted to the Austin Herald by a Southland Public Schools Board member last October. You can find the article at: https://www.austindailyherald.com/2018/10/letterag2school-tax-credits-impact-on-southland-school-district/. The District received additional positive news on the Ag2School credit this spring. During the 2019 legislative session, our legislators proposed and passed scheduled increases to the credit. The credit will officially increase from 40 to 50% in 2020 and is scheduled to increase to 70% by 2023. Over the past few years, our legislators have worked to close the equity gaps that exist when it comes to opportunities schools have to fund building projects. Implementing Ag2School, and increasing the credit are steps in the right direction. As the School Board considers its options, we will keep you informed on the progress. We will also work to ensure you have the facts so that if the 11 solutions are put on a November 5th ballot you can make the decision that you feel is best for our students, the future of our schools, and our community. Stay tuned for additional information. If you have questions feel free to email me at japse@schs.k12.mn.us; call me at 507-932-4420; or reach out to set up a time to meet in person. Sincerely,
Jeff Apse Superintendent of Schools
Our Mission.... Reach out each day to involve and challenge our students to achieve at their highest levels in the academics, arts, and activities of the St. Charles Public Schools.
Second Semester Honor Roll 2018-19 Straight 'A' Barclay, Jonas DeCook, Kaylie Heim, Hadli Huang, Justin Hulshizer, Teia Kieffer, Ava Leucuta, Maddison Maloney, Owen Mosdal, Shelby Omdahl, Mya Schiebel, Payton Sullivan, Lily Anderson, Eva Buringa, Grace Chuchna, Kaitlynn Delger, Lauryn Hoffman, Katherine Loga, Jackson Matzke, Tyson Mueller, Todd O'Bryan, Conner O'Bryan, David Paul, Adam Root, Tyler Small, Madison Waller, Lane Christopherson, Emily Drath, Olivia Fritcher, Nora Koeppel, Brady Kramer, Daniel Mathison, Carter Soppa, Olivia Sybounheuang, Anna Dailey, Kaitlyn Daood, Anna Fynboh, Hannah Harris, Jacob Hursh, Emily Kieffer, Brea Lindsey, Katelyn McCready, Abigail Mundt, Leah Paul, Ashley Root, Lindsey Vaughn, Kooper Apse, Mitchell Fritcher, Izak Jabs, Elizabeth Kittleson, Tori Kivi, Samuel Kramer, Jenny Kulas, Sarah Lewis, Sam Mueller, Carter O'Hara, Annika Reps, Kyler Stambaugh, Alicyn Zickrick, Autumn Buringa, Mark Christie, Bailey Danielson, Brynn Daood, Axel Dayland, Courtney Decker, Anna Gall, Logan Hander, Sawyer Hursh, Zachary Jystad, Inga Kramer, Katherine Loechler, Macy McCormick, Halle Otterson, Linsey Pearson, Talyn Schiebel, Paige Warmkagathje, Simon Welch, Elie
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Apse, Mason Gust, Makadyn Kurth, Ryan Matthews, Thavyah Mueller, Mason Rojas, Jose Slavin, Mya Smith, Nicholas Storm, Matthew Thomann, Kallie Ward, Hanna Wendt, Shelby Arriaga, Mariana Backes, Sara Brahmbhatt, Krisha Brouwer, Taylynn Chester, Miranda Geib, Serena Hoover, Reliegh Howard, Michael Hulshizer, Levi Koeppel, Brenna McDonough, Aidan Meyer, Jacob O'Marro, Dalton Rojas, Gracy Sanders, Carson Small, Tytan Theede, Maycee Villafan, Mari Brennan, Jayden Disbrow, Abigail Disbrow, Noah Hamiel, Daniel Hanson, Luke O'Hara, Andrew Storm, Nathaniel Berends, Cole Cage, Emma Fuller, Vance Krenik, Jade Maloney, Drew Mauskemo, Kiana Schaber, Hayden Schaefer, Trenton Shea, Lybie Spaulding, Brooke Zillmer, Dustin Alonso Martos, Marina Anderson, Trevor Bahr, Caleb Buringa, Emilee Gransee, Tyler Hansen, Allison Johnson, Austin Littlefield , Ashley McDonough, Christina Shaw, Nina Wendt, Logan Balcome, Dalton Gasca, Guadalupe Karlen, Gabrielle Krenik, Piper Lindsey, Emma Putzier, Logan Shanahan, Megan
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Bahr, Gabriel Berg, Adam Burlingame, Alexander Carlson, Morgan Chaney, Logan Chuchna, Emma Dailey, Jack Ellsworth, Addrianna Glover, Gavin Jones, McKenzie Kozak, Tatem Lauritzen, Otto McConnell Elder, Scarlett Rinard, Macy Rojas, Jasmine Samano-Hernandez, Janelly Spitzer, Zackary Todd, Jackson Welch, Iyan Andring, Taylin Brevig, Braden Bye, Holden Decker, Emma Dorman, Claire Fenske, Carson Ferden, Levi Fuller, Mya Gbala, Nissi Graves, Emily Gray, Isabelle Gruber, Harrison Johnson, Chelsea Karlen, Adilyn Kobs, Chace Mart, Chloe Olson, Payton Paul, Andrew Phillips, Hannah Reiman, Colin Roessler, Sawyer Sanchez, Abril Shanahan, Samuel Shea, Larissa Spitzer, Abigail Waldee, Tyler Ward, Riley Williamson, Madison Cole, Celia Coleman, James Decker, Taylor Kivi, Isaac Krohse, Benjamin Littlefield, Sophia Matthews, Dominic Omdahl, Grayson Osmundson, Jacob Reps, Alayna Schultz-Schweitzer, Kaleb Smith, Kasey Thoreson, Jett Thorland, Boden Welliver, Emma Wilson, Brynna Wolter, Christian Zickrick, Calvin Berends, Luke Chester, Camille Davidson, William Dorronsoro De Ozamiz, Maria Ferden, Riley Ferguson, Robert Ihrke, Braeden Karlstad, Isabel Nelson, Carter Ness, Erik Putzier, Kyle Reps, Kylee Stevens, Kennedy Timm, Evan Updike, Logan Warmkagathje, Ethan
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Backes, Emma Bunke, Hannah Diercks, Korrigan Disbrow, Eva Geib, Bailey Hanson, Elizabeth Howard, Thomas Howen, Sonia Jackley, Hunter Kessler, Brandon Kobs, Makenna Kreidermacher, Cody Linderbaum, Sam Perez, Kiara Peterson, Isaac Rieke, Karly Slavin, Zachery Snyder, Madison Spitzer, Lily Stangler, Daysia Walters, Chase Wangen, Chase Brahmbhatt, Devarshi Burgdorf, Rianna Davidson, Isaac Dayland, Joseph Dechamps, Eli Dorman, Jaidan Ferguson, Joseph Heimer, Makynna Holtz, Samuel Hongerholt, Erin Jones, Daniel Leistikow, Drew Lemmer, Gabrielle Little, Parker Mathison, Tyler McCormick, Haylie Montgomery, Elizabeth Owens, Gavin Paape, Michaela Perez, Vanessa Putzier, Mitchell Rojas, Margarita Sadowski, Sophia Schweitzer, Erich Schwieder, Myranda Shealy, Hanalise Small, Morgan Torres, Alex Vehrenkamp, Logan Wagaman, Grace
INVOLVE. CHALLENGE. ACHIEVE. Spain 2021 Are you interested in traveling abroad with Spanish Club? The next Spanish Club trip will be in June 2021. This opportunity is open to juniors and seniors who have studied Spanish. Students will have two years to plan for this exciting adventure. Stay tuned for more details at the end of September!
Magda Mueller
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High School Principal - Dr. Bernard August Issue 2019 I hope you have had a good summer break. Students are officially coming back into the building for the first day of extracurriculars starting on August 12th, with the first day of school this year being September 3rd. Please encourage your student to be involved in something here at the high school outside of the classroom. We provide a wide array of extracurricular activities and studies show that students that participate in extracurriculars do better academically.
"....studies show that students that participate in extracurriculars do better academically."
St. Charles Schools was recognized again in the 2019 US News and World Report rankings. To view the article online please copy this link: https://www.usnews.com/education/best-high-schools/minnesota/districts/stcharles-public-school-district/st-charles-secondary-11082. In summary, we are the highest ranked school in southeast Minnesota and the 39th ranked school in the state of Minnesota. Schools are ranked on the following criteria: · · · · · ·
College Readiness (30%) College Curriculum Breadth (10%) Math and Reading Proficiency (20%) Math and Reading Performance (20%) Underserved Student Performance (10%) Graduation Rate (10%)
This is a very nice honor that the students, parents, and staff should be proud of. With all of the recognition that we have received over the past year, through academic and extracurricular achievements, the thing that I am most proud of when I walk in the hallways each day is how we treat each other. The student and staff do a great job here of creating a culture where we expect respect. We want all of the accolades but at the end of the day we want students to leave here as good people. Have a great relaxing rest of the summer. As always, if you have any questions, please contact me.
Ben Bernard ATTENDANCE Good attendance is an essential ingredient in student achievement. Class discussions and other interactions with staff and students are valuable learning experiences that cannot be duplicated in any other way. Good attendance is also a trait highly valued in the workforce. Attendance habits acquired in school tend to carry over into the workforce after graduation. Student Responsibility It is the student’s responsibility to attend all assigned classes. If it is necessary to be absent, the student must have the parent phone the school to request an excused absence by 8:00 a.m. If the parent is not able to make that call by 8:00 a.m., the student must call to inform the school of the absence and then have the parent call or write a note requesting an excused absence within 24 hours. Any absence not cleared by the parent within the 24 hours will be considered unexcused and referred to the principal. Following an absence, the student must pick up an admit slip from the office and show it to each teacher whose class was missed. If a student needs to leave school at any time during the school day, the student must come to the office to get a pass. It is the student’s responsibility to request any missed assignments due to an absence. Parent Responsibility It is the responsibility of the parent to ensure the student is attending school regularly and to call the school when the student will be absent to request the absence be excused. It is the school’s right and responsibility to determine whether or not the absence will be excused. Whenever possible, the parental request should be made by 8:00 a.m. so that the school can account for the student’s absence. The parent may phone the school at any time, day or night, (507-932-4420) and leave a message on the attendance voice mail. If you have a question as to if an absence will be excused, contact the principal. It is the school’s position that the following are valid reasons for an excused absence being granted from class: Illness. Serious illness in the student’s immediate family. A death or funeral in the student’s immediate family or of a close friend or relative. Medical, dental, or orthodontic treatment, or a counseling appointment. Court appearances occasioned by family or personal action. Religious instruction not to exceed three hours in any week, unless it is a religious holiday. Physical emergency conditions such as fire, flood, storm, impassable roads, or weather that may make travel unsafe. Official school field trip or other school-sponsored outing. Removal of a student pursuant to a suspension. Suspensions are to be handled as excused absences and students will be permitted to complete make-up work. Family emergencies. Active duty in any military branch of the United States. A student’s condition that requires ongoing treatment for a mental health diagnosis. Pre-approved unique situations by the principal. Examples of absences generally considered to be unacceptable and unexcused are: Truancy. An absence by a student which was not approved by the parent and/or the school district. Any absence in which the student failed to comply with any reporting requirements of the school district’s attendance procedures. Oversleeping. Missed bus. Late evening activities, school-related or otherwise. Work. Shopping, tanning, hair appointments, or senior pictures. Baby-sitting. Excessive car problems. Any other absence not included under the attendance procedures set out in this policy. Unexcused Absence Consequences Failure to be in one’s assigned classes without parental and school approval will be viewed as an unexcused absence and will result in detention, Saturday School or suspension. Every period missed can result in at least one hour of detention, Saturday School, or in-school suspension. Excessive Absence Procedures When the number of absences – excused or unexcused – reaches an excessive amount (no more than 5 a quarter or 20 per school year) an attendance official may notify the parents and the student, that the district will be implementing an attendance contract. This contract may include dropping credit after five absences in any period during any quarter, serving Saturday School, or requiring medical notes for all subsequent absences before they are excused. These absences can also be verified by a doctor or the school nurse. A contract can be implemented in cases of excessive illnesses. While parental and student approval of the contract is recommended, it is not required for the school to implement the contract. The attendance contracts may be implemented at any time during the school year, including at the beginning of the year, if the previous year’s attendance has been unacceptable. Students with an unexcused absence will not be allowed to make up any work missed as a result of that unexcused absence. In addition, work that was due the day of the unexcused absence will not be allowed to be turned in for credit.
TRUANCY "Continuing truant" means a child between the ages of 12 and 17 who is subject to the compulsory instruction requirements of section 120A.22 and is absent from instruction in a school, as defined in section120A.05, without valid excuse within a single school year for: (1) three days if the child is in elementary school; or (2) three or more class periods on three days if the child is in middle school, junior high school, or high school. Nothing in this section shall prevent a school district or charter school from notifying a truant child's parent or legal guardian of the child's truancy or otherwise addressing a child's attendance problems prior to the child becoming a continuing truant. "Habitual truant" means a child under the age of 17 years who is absent from attendance at school without lawful excuse for seven school days per school year if the child is in elementary school or for one or more class periods on seven school days per school year if the child is in middle school, junior high school, or high school or a child who is 17 years of age who is absent from attendance at school without lawful excuse for one or more class periods on seven school days per school year and who has not lawfully withdrawn from school under section When a student has accumulated five instances of truancy, the student and parent will be required to meet with a school official and possibly the County Truancy Officer to devise a plan to avoid any further instances of truancy. TARDIES Students are allowed three tardies per class, per semester. On the third tardy, the teacher will talk to the student and send an office referral to the principal. The student will be given a warning that the next referral will result in an office detention. For each subsequent tardy in the semester the student will be assigned a detention.
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Athletics Information August Issue 2019
MANDATORY ALL SPORTS ELIGIBILITY MEETING
Tuesday, August 20th at 7pm Elementary Auditorium
School policies, guidelines, and expectations will be covered. Parents and athletes are required to attend. There will be a meeting for all SCHS athletes on Tuesday, August 20 at 7:00 p.m. in the Elementary Auditorium. This meeting is MANDATORY for students who will be participating in any sport during the 2019-2020 school year. School personnel will be outlining school policies, guidelines and expectations. Athlete and a parent are required to attend for eligibility in athletics at St. Charles High School.
Sports Physical Exams
ATTENTION: 7th & 10th graders participating in fall athletics! Please have your physical and paperwork completed and turned into office before the first day of practice. Once turned in you will receive an admission card that must be presented to your coach on first day of practice.
2019-20 Admission Fees Events
Fall Athletic Activity Participation All athletes will be given an eligibility admission card from Mrs. Schaber upon completion of the registration process. Athletes must present this card to their coaches on the first day of practice in order to start their season. Under NO circumstances will an athlete be allowed to participate until they give the eligibility card to their coach. ATHLETIC FORMS CAN BE FOUND ON SCHOOL WEBSITE: https://www.scschools.net/page/3268 OR STOP IN THE HIGH SCHOOL OFFICE. REQUIREMENTS FOR ELIGIBILITY: - $50 FEE There's a $120 maximum per family per year. Fee scholarships are available to families in hardship. - MSHSL FORM Parents and student must sign the eligibility form on both sides. This is done once per school year. - INSURANCE FORM Enroll in the optional insurance or sign the insurance waiver. This is done once per school year. - PHYSICAL All sports physical is required every three years. - TRANSFER RULES Clarify any transfer issues if you are a new student to the district or if you have changed your educational instruction in any way such as online learning, homeschool, PSEO, etc. Any questions should be addressed with Athletic Director, Mr. McCready at: smccready@schs.k12.mn.us
All forms and fees must be submitted to Mrs. Schaber in the High School office. No forms or fees will be collected at any informational meetings during the school year. Find the forms at: https://www.scschools.net/page/3268
FALL SPORTS BEGIN AUGUST 12TH, 2019 Heads Up Athletes!
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Mayo Clinic will be conducting Concussion Testing on Friday, August 9th Baseline testing enables your Athletic Trainer and your medical provider provide a safe return to your sport after a head injury. Testing involves three field tests as well as a computer test focusing on memory, coordination and balance. Testing will take place at the High School in Computer Lab 123 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Friday, August 9th.
Insurance Information Pay athletic fees and ALL other fees online using RevTrak Go to school website: www.scschools.net. Click on Community Education menu and then Online Course Registration or type in your browser: https://scschools.revtrak.net
St. Charles Public School District does not provide any type of health or accident insurance for injuries incurred by your child at school. We encourage all families to have accident coverage on their children, prior to participation in any interscholastic sports or if a family’s current primary health insurance has a high deductible, Co-Insurance Clause and/or limitation on medical benefits. Coverage options are included below. Visit Student Assurance Services for more information or stop in the High School or Elementary Office. http://www.sas-mn.com/
Fall Sports Information - Grades 7-12 August Issue 2019
Boys Soccer Preseason Meeting: Tuesday, August 6th at 6:30pm, St. Charles Elementary Cafeteria First Day of Practice: Monday, August 12th from 1:00pm - 5:45pm at SCHS Soccer Field. Make sure ALL paperwork is DONE and turned in to the athletic office before the first day of practice. Any questions, please contact Head Coach Jeff Apse at 507-2733089 or japse@schs.k12.mn.us. Check out the team website at: https://www.scschools.net/page/4310 for information about the upcoming season. We are excited to see you on the pitch!
Girls Soccer Preseason meeting Tuesday August 6th at 6:30pm. Elementary School Auditorium. We are asking each player to bring $5.00. We will discuss details at the meeting. First Day of Practice 2019: Monday, August 12th. 7:30am-12pm at SCHS Soccer Fields. Please make sure all required high school paper work is complete and turned into the high school office BEFORE the first day of practice. Looking Forward to ANOTHER GREAT SAINTS SOCCER SEASON!!! Any questions please contact Head Coach Paul Pierre at 507-261-3218 or Paulpierre19@gmail.com
Volleyball Volleyball Preseason Meeting: Monday, August 5th at 7pm, Elementary School Auditorium. First day of practice is Monday, August 12th. All practice schedules will be handed out at the preseason meeting. Any questions please contact Head Coach Tracie Schaber at: tschaber@schs.k12.mn.us
Please make sure ALL paperwork is DONE and turned in to the athletic office before the first day of fall practice. Saints Cheer Saints Cheer tryouts will be held August 5th - 9th for grades 7-12. Practices will be held from 5pm-7:30pm at the Elementary School green space, rain location in the elementary gym. Interested athletes should attend all practices with a final team posting on Friday, August 9th. A parents & athletes meeting will take place on Monday, August 12 at 6:30 PM. Go, Saints!
Cross Country
Football Grades 9-12: The first day of practice is Monday, August 12th. We will meet in the High School locker room at 7:30 AM. Practice will conclude before noon each day for the first two weeks. Concussion baseline testing for all 9-12 grade athletes will take place at the High School on Friday, August 9th at 11AM. Grades 7-8: The first day of practice is Monday, August 12th. We will meet in the High School locker room at 8AM on the first day for equipment handout. After the first day, practice will be held at Kaehler field from 8AM-10AM for the first two weeks. **Make sure you have your eligibility ticket from the athletic office prior to the first day of practice**
There will be a parent and athlete information meeting Thursday, August 8th at 7 pm in the High School Library for athletes interested in joining the Saint Charles Cross Country team. The meeting will include information for parents and athletes. Parents will get the season schedule, learn about shoes and equipment your athlete needs to participate in Cross Country, and learn about our early season activities, including our overnight trip to Eagle Bluff ELC August 19-20. Athletes will meet the coaching staff and learn about the forms and paperwork that need to be turned in to the office before they can participate. If you are unable to attend, but have an athlete who is interested in joining the team, please email Coach Laura Edlund at: ledlund@schs.k12.mn.us.
Intramural Golf St. Charles Schools will again offer intramural golf to all boys and girls in grades 6-12 this fall. The purpose of this program is provide another activity for any students not participating in any other fall extra co-curricular activity to join in for some golf at a great price. It is open to players of all skill levels. So whether you are a person who has never golfed before and you think you would like to try it, playing with your friends in a non-competitive fashion, or you are a member of the boys or girls golf team who is not in a fall sport, this activity is for you. It’s the perfect way to participate in an activity and learn a lifetime sport that we are sure you will enjoy if you give it a try. It’s a great time to be on the course! Details below. COST: $50.00 for players who are not already members of the golf course, and free to players who do have a membership. LOCATION: St. Charles Golf Course EQUIPMENT: A set of clubs, along with either golf or tennis shoes. If you want to play and don’t have clubs, we have a few spare sets. Or, check the garage of relatives and hit the garage sales and find yourself an inexpensive set. TRANSPORTATION: Students are responsible for their own ride to and from the golf course. Most get rides from parents or friends, or set up car pools. WHEN DO YOU PLAY?: This is the beauty of intramurals! You play on the days you want to and you play as often as it fits your schedule. Arrive at the course by 3:20 on any day you want to play and we will get you started. You can then stay as long that day as you want – you decide how many holes to play. And the best thing – your $50 covers all of this! Many years we have players who play more than 25 times making their total cost less than $1.00 per day. And if you go only twice you have gotten your money back in green fees. If you are interested, fill out the registration form below, and send it to the address given, or, bring the registration form to a short meeting to be held on Tuesday, September 4th at 3:10 pm in room 210 of the high school. The meeting will last just a few minutes. We will then go with those who want, to the course for our first day of play.
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Intramural Golf Registration Form Name ____________________________________ Grade ____________ ARE YOU A MEMBER OF THE ST CHARLES GOLF COURSE? _____ SEND REGISTRATION ALONG WITH $50 CHECK PAYABLE TO SCHS TO: TERRY KNOTHE, ST CHARLES HIGH SCHOOL, 600 E 6TH ST, ST CHARLES, MN 55972
Any student entering 7th or 10th grade, please complete your physical & paperwork before the 1st day of Fall practice.
Fall Sports Begin Monday, August 12
Complete all paperwork, physicals, and pay sports fees to the athletic office prior to the first day of practice! Pay online with Revtrak!!
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High School News August Issue 2019
Hello from High School Choir Director My name is Fred Scaife, and I will be joining St. Charles as the 7-12 vocal director! Growing up in Rushford, my wife Becky and I are very excited to be moving back to the area. I have a bachelor’s degree in vocal performance and music education from Luther College, and I taught in rural Iowa for the past three years. I am very excited to join the St. Charles community!
Fred Scaife
save the date! Homecoming Dance
Friday, October 12, 2019
6-8 pm -- 7th & 8th graders 8-10 PM -- 9th-12th graders Elementary School Gym
Hello from High School Counselor Hello! My name is Lindsey Olson and I’m the new Saint Charles High School Counselor. I am coming from Chatfield High School where I was the counselor for the last eight years! My husband Matt and I moved our family here a few years ago, and we love living in Saint Charles. We have three kids - Maya (4), Maisie (2), and Avery (3 months). We are spending the summer swimming at the Aquatic Center and Whitewater State Park, eating ice cream, and going to “WOW” downtown every other Wednesday! I love summer, but I’m also very excited to start the school year and get to know all of the great students, staff, and families! Speaking of the school year - it is coming fast! The rest of this summer is important for Seniors and Juniors as they prepare for life after high school! Seniors - when school begins, we will have one-on-one meetings to talk about applying to colleges, career planning, and all of the options available after you graduate. Seniors and Juniors - this summer and fall are a great time to do college visits and narrow down the list of places you are interested in. Seniors who want to take the ACT once more can also plan to take it in September, October or December. Juniors are recommended to take it twice, in December, February, April and/or June of this year. The dates and registration details can be found at www.actstudent.org or by visiting with me when school begins. I am looking forward to organizing some group college visits this fall; students will be able to sign up in the office for those opportunities. One place I love to take students is to my alma mater, the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities Go Gophers! I will also be hosting a Junior/Senior Parent Night in October to go over information for Juniors and Seniors as they prepare for the next steps after high school. Please keep an eye out for invitations this fall. In the meantime, if anyone has questions about schedules, colleges, scholarships, career planning, the military, or anything else, please feel free to contact me at lolson@schs.k12.mn.us. I look forward to meeting all of you as this school year begins! Have a great rest of the summer!
Lindsey Olson
7th Grade OPEN HOUSE
7th Grade Supply List
Monday, August 26 6pm - 7:30pm
Concessions will be available for purchase More details to come!
Peer Helper Corner We said goodbye to our seniors at the end of the school year and said hello to six new incoming sophomores for next school year! The recruiting/nominating process happened within the freshman class in early May. Current peer helpers spoke with all freshman classes about the positive qualities of a peer helper, reiterating the fact that our group has been around for more than 30 years and above all, shared that we believe many times students prefer to talk to their peers about things going on in their lives – forming the framework of our group. All freshman were then asked to nominate (individual ballots) one person in their class that they would trust to discuss a personal problem with. Nominations were tallied and voted on by current peer helper team members and students were notified accordingly. We welcome Emily Christopherson, Abbie Disbrow, Nora Fritcher, Brady Koeppel, Carter Mathison and Andrew O’Hara to our Peer Helper team! All peer helper members will be required to attend our annual Fall Peer Helper Retreat at the Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center near Lanesboro the weekend of September 21-22, 2019. More details will follow late summer.
Advisors: Mike Smith and Theresa Nunemacher
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Find Hot News, Announcements, Programs, Community Education, Forms, Online Payment, and so much more! Middle School Track & Field Day
- 8 folders - 7 notebooks - 1 or 1.5" 3 ring binder - writing pens - #2 pencils - colored pencils - 3 different colored highlighters - TI30XS2 calculator
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High School News August Issue 2019
saints pride Throw Back to last year Snow Days Talent Show
Art Club travels to St. Louis, MO
Photo Credit: Robby McGuire
National Honor Society New Members
Wacky Walz Day
6th - 8th grade UP ALL NIGHT
Middle School One Act Play
Photo Credit: Robby McGuire
Peer Helper Annual Retreat
Veterans Night at Boys Home Basketball Game
Senior Canoe Trip Photo Credit: Robby McGuire
INVOLVE. CHALLENGE. ACHIEVE.
2019-2020
Lunch Fees & Miscellaneous Information Lunch Prices - ELEMENTARY Breakfast Lunch Monthly (estimate) Annually (estimate) Extra milk
$1.65 $2.65 $53.00 $463.75 $0.50
MILK BREAK PRICES FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR Once per day $85.00 Twice per day $170.00 Please purchase when school begins.
Lunch Prices - HIGH SCHOOL Breakfast Lunch Monthly (estimate) Annually (estimate) Extra milk
$1.80 $2.80 $56.00 $490.00 $0.50
Adult Breakfast Adult Lunch
$1.80 $3.75
St. Charles Community Ed brochure coming soon!
Whether its education, health and wellness, sports, arts and crafts, movies or theater, Community Education offers classes for all ages with its adult and youth programs! Visit us online with link below.
August Issue 2019
Please bring lunch/milk money on or before first day of school or pay online with RevTrak. The first days of school are a very hectic and a busy time for students and staff. We encourage you to make lunch, breakfast, and milk break payments before the first day of school. Pay online with RevTrak by logging in or creating new account at: https://scschools.revtrak.net/food-service-group/, drop a check in the mail or stop by either office. If your family account is getting low, an email will be sent to the parents/guardians. If the account shows a negative balance for an extended period of time, a phone call will be made or a letter will be mailed to the parents/guardians. Feel free to contact anyone below with questions you may have. Kris Young, Food Service Coordinator and High School Head Cook 932-4420 Tracie Schaber, Elementary Head Cook 932-4910 Lynda Otterson, High School Lunch Fees 932-4420
Ready Set School (RSS) is a Winona County program that assists families with the necessary school supplies and/or clothing/shoes for your children for the upcoming school year. Ready Set School Voucher Update for Winona County families: The RSS vouchers were mailed out mid-July so those of you that registered should have received your voucher(s) by now. You have from July 15-Sept 15 to use these vouchers for school supplies and/or clothing/shoes at either Walmart or Rogan's Shoes in Winona. If you did not receive your vouchers and believe that you should have, your address has changed or you are new to the district, please contact Mandi Olson, RSS Director at 507-474-2588 or readysetschool@gmail.com. Applications and eligibility guidelines may be found at readysetschoolwinona.org. Voucher applications received after the May deadline will be reviewed and honored according to available funds received from summer donations. If you were unable to apply by the May 31st deadline, there will be limited backpacks/supplies available at the Hometown Resource Center in St. Charles sometime the last week of August (date TBD) - first come first served. Visit us on Facebook @ReadySetSchoolWinona. If you have any further questions regarding this program, please contact: Theresa Nunemacher tnunemacher@schs.k12.mn.us 507-932-4420 Ext 1159
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Gretchen Hoffman ghoffman@schs.k12.mn.us 507-932-4910 Ext 2107
https://www.scschools.net/page/2653
SHARING INFORMATION WITH MEDICAID/CHIP (2019-20)
2019-2020 School Board Members Standing (Left to Right): Todd Cage, Amy Berends, Peter Snyder, Roger Leistikow Seated (Left to Right): Karen Hanson, Brian Davidson, Travis Gransee
St. Charles Foundation for Academic Excellence In Honor of Years of Service: Jerry Schwietzer, Roger Smith, Gary Klasen St. Charles Public Schools Staff In Memory: Marion Blahnik Tom and Barb Ames Barbara and Darrell Borneman Clarence and Jean Chuchna John Gregoire Cheryl Nintemann Class of 1983 John Nintemann Allen and Barb Rasmussen Bernie and Terry Siebenaler John and Sherry Slavin John and Lois Smoltz Joe and Donna Speltz Gene and Nancy Steward Luther Bonow Roger and Betty Thesing Randy Butson John and Sherry Slavin Gerald Dailey Chad and Amy Dailey Gene and Judy Kruempel Cheryl Nintemann Karen Rohrer-Gaul and Christopher Gaul
Robert Fabian Bruce and Margaret Braun Marie Knoll Dan and Sharon Littlefield Charles Nicklay Carlos and Helen Pierce Paul and Laura Reisdorf Gene and Nancy Steward Carol Glover Dan and Sharon Littlefield John and Lois Smoltz Shirley Johnson Marjorie Hewitt Gary and Shirley Neumann John and Sherry Slavin Roger and Barb Traxler Stella Johnson John and Sherry Slavin Harvey Korb Cheryl Nintemann Class of 1983 Perry Lutjen Friends at St. Charles High School
Joseph McCabe Paul and Laura Reisdorf Bill Nessler Teresa and Lance Small Dean Norvet Teresa and Lance Small Eugene Novak David and Irene Novak Darlene Patzer Paul and Laura Reisdorf John and Sherry Slavin Patricia Poole John and Lois Smoltz Phyllis Potter Tom and Olivia Heim Marie Knoll Gene and Judy Kruempel Paulette McCready Myra McKay Jim and Barb Mickow D. John Nelson Gary and Shirley Neumann John and Sherry Slavin
David Majerus SCHS Class of 1963
Jerry Schellhammer Paul and Laura Reisdorf SCHS Class of 1982 John and Sherry Slavin Dolores Senst Gene and Judy Kruempel John and Lois Smoltz Joe and Donna Speltz Shirley Storsveen John and Sherry Slavin Harold Thompson Harold Thompson Family Joel and Melanie Busch Jeanette Colbenson Mark and Liz Ellson Debbie Escobedo Edward and Catherine Evans Kenneth Feine SCHS Class of 1974 Gus and Marilyn Ihrke Marge Kingsley Steve and Sheryl Langer Jim and Bernice Nienow Allen and Barb Rasmussen Mike and Brenda Ruhberg Teresa and Lance Small Joe and Donna Speltz Bev Thompson
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Washington D.C. Trip for Class of 2022
Chicago & Gettysburg
Mount Vernon
United States Capitol
Wreath Laying & Boat Cruise
Monuments
St. Charles Elementary School August Issue 2019 Dear SCES Parents and Guardians, The excitement in our building is tangible; classrooms are being put back together after a thorough cleaning and teachers are beginning to wander back into the building from time to time. Our custodial staff deserves a great thank you for the work they have done over the summer to get things ready here for our kids. We have been doing some hiring this summer as well; we will have some new faces, and I hope you all join me in welcoming them to our school: Emily Schultz - School Readiness Stephanie Bussan – Kindergarten Megan Kittleson – 1 st Grade Dani Peterson – 3 rd Grade Adam Robertson – 6 th Grade Taige Puetz – Physical Education Our handbook is updated and ready as well. Please take some time to go through this with your child – specifically so that they know both your expectations and ours. I often find that coming to the principal’s office is not what really scares kids, its that their parents will find out that they were in trouble. They want to impress you and fear letting you down; so spend some time discussing what you expect of them at school. Show them that their behavior is important to you. Discuss respect and empathy, and what it means to be a good person. This conversation can have a far greater effect on your child’s behavior than any principal ever will! As the excitement surges here, I’m sure it is also beginning in your homes. As we move toward the beginning of the year, please remember that it is always a good idea to begin your “school” routine a bit before school begins to smooth the transition: set bedtimes, reduce technology and screen time, eat healthy, and read together. It is easy to slip out of these routines over the summer, but as we get closer to the school year, please help us by setting your children up for success in school. It takes a village to raise kids well, and if we all continue to work together, our kids will do great things! Make it a great school year! Ryan Ihrke
Notes from the School Nurse Hello, and welcome back to school! I look forward to another great school year ahead! Please note the following items as we begin the school year: 1. Please remember to have your child(ren) complete necessary immunizations prior to the first day of school. Please visit: http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/idepc/immunize/schedules.html to verify your child(ren) has all of the necessary immunizations per state law. You will receive a letter in the mail if your child is not up-to-date with his/her immunizations. Children entering Kindergarten must also complete Early Childhood Screening prior to beginning school in the Fall. If your child received any vaccines this summer, please send a copy to the appropriate school office. Please email me with any questions. 2.I encourage you to speak to your child(ren) about ways to stay healthy this school year. Please review the following recommendations: *Encourage frequent hand washing, especially before meals and after using the restroom. *Use hand sanitizer. It may be helpful to have a small hand sanitizer in your child’s backpack or desk to use as needed. *Cover your mouth or nose when sneezing or coughing. *Keep your hands away from your eyes and out of your mouth. *Do not share water bottles, food, or other personal items. *Keep your child home if they are ill. Students with a fever, vomiting, or diarrhea are encouraged to stay home to prevent the spread of illness to others. It is important for your child to eat a healthy diet, drink plenty of water, exercise frequently, and get plenty of sleep. I encourage all families to speak to their family doctor about getting a flu vaccine annually as well. HyVee Pharmacy will be offering flu vaccines to anyone living in our community at the Elementary School on Monday, October 14, 2019 from 4-8 P.M. 3. If your child will be taking a prescription medication during the school day, the appropriate authorization form is located on the main page of the school’s website (www.scschools.net) under the “Nurse” tab. This form requires a parent and physician signature BEFORE the medication can be given in the school setting. This form can be used for ALL grade levels. This form must also be completed if your child will have an inhaler or Epi Pen at school as well. 4. There is also a parent authorization form on the school website for use of non-prescription medications (Tylenol, Ibuprofen, Benadryl, etc). Parents must sign and return these to the health office before a student can be provided these medications during the school day. As always, I look forward to keeping our students and staff healthy and safe this school year. See you in September! Justine Reinhardt, RN Licensed School Nurse jreinhardt@schs.k12.mn.us
St. Charles Elementary School Open House / Meet the Teacher Wednesday, August 28, 2019 3:30 – 5:00 PM grades 1 – 6 and preschool Students, families, and visitors are welcome to drop in at a convenient time. We hope to see you there! On this date you may also make payments for your lunch, milk break, and drop off school supplies. There is a special kindergarten orientation on September 3 or 4. Kindergarten families will receive a letter with this information.
Elementary School Supply Lists August Issue 2019
PRESCHOOL (1) box of 8 crayons (1) box of 8 markers (1) white school glue (1) set watercolor paints (2) large glue sticks (1) pack wet wipes) (2) canisters disinfectant wipes a large sized old t-shirt to use as a paint shirt Please do not label these school supplies. They will be part of our community classroom supplies.
KINDERGARTEN
REMINDER FOR ALL CLASSES: - Do not send trapper keepers - Please label items with child’s name - Some items will be part of the community classroom supplies - Reuse supplies from last year if possible - No backpacks with wheels – they do not fit in school lockers
Physical Education: ALL GRADES MUST HAVE PHY-ED SHOES Please wear to school or keep a pair in your locker
GRADE ONE 24 pencils – sharpened if possible plastic pencil box (2) erasers (5) wide-lined spiral 1 subject PLAIN notebooks (4) PLAIN folders scissors (Fiskar type) (4) 24-count boxes of crayons (5) boxes of washable markers (1) 4 oz. bottles of white glue (8) glue sticks (large if possible) flash cards; (1) set addition whiteboard markers (1 box)ziploc bags - last name A – L: gallon size, last name M - Z: quart size (2) boxes of Kleenex (1) canister of disinfecting wipes Headphones - OVER-THE-EAR ones work the best **Please DO NOT label these school supplies. They will be part of our community classroom supplies.
GRADE THREE 48 pencils – sharpened if possible (replenish often) Ticonderoga are a good brand. (1) pencil box ( aprox. 5” x 8”) Pencil cap erasers (4) pocket folders (3) wide-lined notebooks scissors (1) 4 oz. bottle of white glue, (4 or more) glue sticks markers and colored pencils highlighter (8) white board markers (1) 1” 3-ring binder (1) box of Kleenex (1) canister of disinfecting wipes Headphones with a straight jack Wireless mouse (optional)
GRADE FOUR 48 pencils - sharpened if possible (replenish often), pencil cap erasers (6) folders (6) spiral-bound wide-lined notebooks scissors crayons, colored pencils, markers, and a pencil pouch (2) glue sticks (large if possible), (1) 4 oz. bottle of glue (2) yellow highlighters (4) dry erase markers (black, red, green, or blue) (2) boxes Kleenex ziplock bags - last name A-L: (1) box quart size/last name M-Z: (1) box gallon size (2) canisters of disinfecting wipes MUSIC- 1 three-ring binder, 1 inch, this will be used through grade 6 and beyond, pencils
(2) boxes of 8 or 10 count Crayola brand crayons with the basic colors – red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, black, brown – regular size – no fat or large crayons please (2) boxes of 24 count Crayola brand crayons (3) boxes of Crayola classic colors wide markers (8 or 10 count) (2) boxes of Crayola classic colors fine line/ thin markers (8 or 10 count) (1) 4 oz. bottle of white school glue (6) glue sticks – LARGE (2) large boxes of Kleenex or facial tissue (1) box zipper lock clear freezer storage bags (A-L:quart size, M-Z: gallon size) (1) canister disinfectant wipes Please do not label these school supplies. They will be part of our community classroom supplies. $7.25 for kindergarten t-shirt (cash or check made payable to Northcastle Specialties) Your child will also need: *a large backpack *a resting mat (not a yoga mat since they don’t fit in our lockers!) *a paint shirt (an adult t-shirt works great) * a recent photo of the student * phy-ed shoes. The ideal shoes for a kindergarten student are shoes he/she can get into and out of independently (Velcro is fine!)
GRADE TWO 48 pencils – sharpened if possible (Ticonderoga are a good brand) 4 highlighters (4 different colors) pencil Box (1) large eraser (2) wide-lined spiral 1-subject notebooks (4) sturdy folders (1) 4 oz. bottle of white glue (6) glue sticks (large if possible) markers. crayons, colored pencils, scissors (2) boxes of tissues Ziploc bags - last name A – L: box quart size, last name L - Z: box gallon size 4 or more whiteboard markers (dry erase) (1) canister of disinfecting wipes sturdy, but inexpensive, headphones with a straight jack Pencil bag or box
OPEN HOUSE / MEET the TEACHER Elementary School gr. 1-6 and preschool August 28, 2019 from 3:30 – 5:00 PM GRADE FIVE (1) large eraser (1) sturdy zippered pencil pouch (1) scissors (1) basic calculator (1) box Kleenex or tissue (1) locker shelf (foldable) (1 pack) markers (1 pack) colored pencils (1) canister disinfecting wipes (1 pack) 3x5 white index cards; lined, no rings (1) RED wide-ruled spiral notebook (1) GREEN wide-ruled spiral notebook (1) RED PLASTIC pocket folder (1) YELLOW PLASTIC pocket folder (1) GREEN PLASTIC pocket folder (2 packs) loose leaf paper- wide rule (2) black fine point sharpie markers (4) highlighters – multiple colors (4) large glue sticks (15) red pens (24) pencils – sharpened if possible MUSIC Grade 5 and 6 - (1) one-inch 3-ring binder, loose leaf paper, pencils, & your recorder instrument from last year or can be purchased from our music teacher, Mrs. Jystad
SPECIAL KINDERGARTEN ORIENTATION September 3 or 4. Families will receive a letter with this information.
GRADE SIX 24 pencils, sharpened eraser sturdy zippered pencil pouch (3-5) red pens highlighters (5) wide-lined spiral notebooks 1 package loose leaf paper (wide lined) colored pencils regular markers (set of 8 or 10) scissors (4) dry erase markers basic calculator ruler 4 large glue sticks body deodorant to have available in locker MUSIC Grade 5 and 6 - (1) one-inch 3-ring binder, loose leaf paper, pencils, & your recorder instrument from last year or can be purchased from our music teacher, Mrs. Jystad
Elementary School News Library News Janeen Perrizo - Elementary Media Specialist
August Issue 2019
SHIP
All Early Childhood students (Birth to grade 3) received new S.M.A.R.T (Stimulating Maturity through Accelerated Readiness Training) Equipment with funds provided by Winona County SHIP (Statewide Health Improvement Partnership). This equipment provides and supports the foundation for brain and body readiness in children. The School Readiness program was also able to get a refrigerator that is used to store food and milk so that students would have the opportunity to participate in family style meals and snacks which includes fresh fruit and vegetables. For more information on the Winona County SHIP program visit their website at http://winonacountypartnership.com/
Scholastic's Fall Book Fair October 11-16 10/11: 7:45am-3pm 10/14-10/15: 7:45am-3pm & 4pm - 8pm 10/16: 7:45am-1:45pm
Welcome to ECFE! What is ECFE? ECFE is a public school program for all Minnesota families with children aged birth to five years (non-kindergarten) in the St. Charles district. ECFE is a warm, friendly place for families with young children. Children have the opportunity to play and learn with developmentally appropriate activities while parents can find support and friendship with other parents. ECFE is here to assist you in your important role as parents by providing you information and materials to help enrich your family life. This information is provided while also offering planned activities for you and your child to participate in. ECFE is.... so much more!! ECFE Connections Class Offerings - Mixed Ages ECFE Connections offers a choice of 4 Mixed Ages classes that meet once per week beginning September 12. During the first half of the class children and parents will enjoy circle time, stories, songs, art projects and other themed activities. During the second half of class, parents separate from their children for a parent discussion time that provides tips for parenting, ideas to take home and general support of your important job as a parent. The parent sessions will also be highlighting specific books. While you are with other parents, your children will be enjoying a snack, more activities and playtime with their teacher. These classes will be offered: Thursday 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Thursday 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Friday 8:05 am - 9:20 am Friday 9:45 am - 11:00 am More information can be found on the school website (www.scschools.net) under the heading “Early Childhood Education.� or contact Kimberly Halfond at khalfond@schs.k12.mn.us.
Marker recycling continues Thank you for making last years ColorCycle(TM) such a huge success! We will continue to accept ALL BRANDS of dried up dead markers, highlighters and dry erase markers at both the High School and Elementary School. Check your kitchen drawers, backpacks, vehicles, office and cubbies and drop off your spent markers. This program gladly welcomes community members to participate. St. Charles Schools is a proud registered school with the Crayola ColorCycle(TM) Program.
Summer Art Camp August 13 -15
St. Charles Elementary School 12:30pm - 3pm
PTO - Parent Teacher Organization Next PTO meeting: August 19th at 6:30 pm, Elementary Library MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THE THESE UPCOMING PTO FUNDRAISERS!
Fall Apparel Sale - September 4, 2019 Give to the Max - Novemeber 14, 2019 Spring Carnival - March 13, 2020 Like and Follow us on Facebook at St. Charles PTO or email saintcharlespto@gmail.com
Elementary School News August Issue 2019
saints pride Throw Back to last year
Fire Poster Winners
Special Olympics in Winona
6th Grade Camp at Whitewater Photo Credit: Wendy Fynboh
Kids Heart Challenge
Twinning Dress Up Day
JA BizTown
6th Grade Rocket Launch
Kids in the Kitchen
Snow Days on repeat
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Elementary school reads 30 million words and reward is Principal Ihrke sleeps on school roof
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Student Meal Application 2019-20
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St. Charles Public Schools Annual Notifications August Issue 2019
BULLYING Bullying will not be tolerated at SCHS. The school district will investigate all complaints, formal or informal and will take appropriate disciplinary action against any student or staff who engages in bullying. Bullying is defined as “Conduct that is either repeated and in the context of a perceived or actual imbalance of power, or that materially and substantially interferes with the student's education. However, intimidating, threatening, abusive, or harming conduct includes not only physical harm or threats of physical harm, but also violations of a student's reasonable expectation of privacy, defamation of a student, intentionally inflicting emotional distress, or conduct directed at a student on the basis of certain actual or perceived characteristics. All claims of bullying will be investigated by the principal. Consequences for bullying may include, but are not limited to: a warning, detention, Saturday School, suspension, remediation, termination or discharge. Please refer to the complete copy of the District’s bullying policy 514 for further clarifications. A copy can be found in the office and on the student bulletin board.
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Head to our school website and catch all the latest news, announcements and cool stuff happening in our cool schools! PARENT'S RIGHT TO KNOW Parents can request information about teachers Under the No Child Left Behind law, parents have the right to request information regarding the professional qualifications of their student’s classroom teachers. Parents who would like to receive this information should write to Gretchen Hoffman, Attn: ESEA Teacher Qualifications, St. Charles Elementary School, 925 Church Ave., St. Charles, MN 55972. Parents can designate which of the following information they want: 1. Whether the teacher has met state qualification and licensing criteria for the grade levels and subject areas in which the teacher provides instruction; 2. Whether the teacher is teaching under emergency or other provisional status through which state qualification or licensing criteria have been waived; 3. The baccalaureate degree major of the teacher and any other graduate certification or degree held by the teacher, and the field of discipline of the certification or degree; and 4. Whether the child is provided services by paraprofessionals and, if so, their qualifications.
Los padres pueden solicitar información sobre los maestros. Bajo la ley Ningún Niño se Queda Atrás, los padres tienen derecho a solicitar información sobre las credenciales profesionales de los maestros del salón de su niño. Los padres que deseen recibir esta información deben escribir al Gretchen Hoffman, Attn: ESEA Teacher Qualifications, St. Charles Elementary School, 925 Church Ave., St. Charles, MN 55972. Los padres pueden señalar cuáles de los siguientes datos desean recibir: 1. Saber si el maestro cumple con las credenciales y licencias del estado para los grados y asignaturas que enseña; 2. Si es que el maestro está enseñando con una licencia de emergencia o provisional, por la que el estado lo ha eximido de los requerimientos de credenciales o criterios para obtener la licencia. 3. El título universitario del maestro y cualquier otro tipo de certificación académica y el área de disciplina de la certificación o grado académico, y 4. Credenciales de los paraprofesionales, si es que el niño recibe sus servicios.
SECTION 504 Section 504 is an Act which prohibits discrimination against persons with a disability in any program receiving Federal financial assistance. The Act defines a person with a disability as anyone who: 1. has a mental or physical impairment which substantially limits one or more major life activity (major life activities include activities such as learning, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, caring for one’s self, performing manual tasks and working); 2. has a record of such impairment; or 3. is regarded as having such an impairment. In order to fulfill its obligation under Section 504, the St. Charles School District recognizes a responsibility to avoid discrimination in policies and practices regarding its personnel and students. No discrimination against any person with a disability will knowingly be permitted in any of the program and practices in the school system. The school district has specific responsibilities under the Act, which include the responsibility to identify, evaluate, and if the child is determined to be eligible under Section 504, to afford access to appropriate educational services. If the parent or guardian disagrees with the determination made by the campus 504 committee, he/she has a right to discuss the issue with the school’s 504 administrator, Theresa Nunemacher. If differences cannot be resolved, the parent has a right to a hearing with an impartial hearing officer. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) also specifies rights related to educational records. This Act gives the parent or guardian the right to: 1) Inspect and review his/her child’s educational records; 2) make copies of these records; 3) receive a list of all individuals having access to those records; 4) ask for an explanation of any item in the records; 5) ask for an amendment to any report on the grounds that it is inaccurate, misleading, or violates the child’s rights; and 6) request a hearing on the issue if the school refuses to make the amendment.
SECTION 504 COORDINATOR
TITLE IX COORDINATOR
Ms. Theresa Nunemacher School Social Worker 600 E 6th St St. Charles, MN 55972 507.932.4420 x1159 tnunemacher@schs.k12.mn.us
Mr. Jeff Apse, Superintendent 600 E 6th St St. Charles, MN 55972 507.932.4420 x1152 japse@schs.k12.mn.us
ALTERNATE 504 COORDINATOR
ALTERNATE TITLE IX COORDINATOR
Mr. Ryan Ihrke, ES Principal 925 Church Ave St Charles, MN 55972 Phone: (507) 932-4910 rihrke@schs.k12.mn.us
Mr. Scott McCready, AD 600 E 6th St St. Charles, MN 55972 507.932.4420 x1115 smccready@schs.k12.mn.us
ST. CHARLES VOCATIONAL OFFERINGS St. Charles Public Schools offers a variety of vocational opportunities through the Industrial Technology and Agriculture Education. The purpose of this notice is to inform students, parents, employees and the general public that these opportunities are offered regardless of sex/gender, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, disability, receipt of public assistance, or marital status and age. Admission in the specific courses is determined by grade level and in some cases, completion of prerequisite courses. The district has designated the following individuals to coordinate compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972.
Agriculture Courses Ag 8 - an exploration of the agriculture world around us Ag Ed I - an investigation of past and current agricultural topics Ag Ed II - this class serves as a continuation of Ag Ed I Exploring the Outdoors - this course will focus on understanding Minnesota's natural resources Large Animal Science - a course on beef, dairy, goats, horses, poultry, sheep, and swine Small Animal Science - a study of the basic care and management of small animals Ag Systems and Technology - learning about energy, small gas engines, welding, and technology Horticulture - learning about the science and process of growing plants
Industrial Technology Courses Architectural Drafting- an introduction to the field of planning, designing, and drawing of buildings Building Trades - a course dealing with building desgin and technical skills related to the construction trade Communications Technology - an introduction to electronic & graphic forms of communication Drafting & Design for Industry - an introductory course in mechanical drafting Electronics - a course that focuses on the understanding of electronics and electrical applications Industrial Technology I - an introductory course explaining the field of technology Making Money in Industry (MMI) - an introduction to the world of product production Power/Transportation - an introduction to the fields of power, energy, and transportation Wood Construction - an introductory course in wood working
St. Charles Public Schools Notices 2019-20 August Issue 2019
GENERAL PESTICIDES NOTICE A Minnesota state law went into effect in year 2000 that requires schools to inform parents and guardians if they apply certain pesticides on school property. Specifically, this law requires schools that apply these pesticides to maintain an estimated schedule of pesticide applications and to make the schedule available to parents and guardians for review or copying at each school office. State law also requires that you be told that the long-term health effects on children from the application of such pesticides or the class of chemicals to which they belong may not be fully under-stood. If you would like to be notified prior to pesticide applications made on days other than those specified in the estimated schedule, please contact Tim Reps, B&G Supervisor at (507) 932-4420.
INDOOR AIR QUALITY NOTICE St. Charles Public Schools is proud to be taking a leadership role in providing a safe, comfortable and productive environment for our students and staff so that we achieve our core mission—educating students. Our school will follow the EPA guidance to improve our indoor air quality by preventing as many IAQ problems as possible, and by quickly responding to any IAQ problems that may arise. Good air quality requires an ongoing commitment by everyone in our school, because each of us daily makes decisions and performs activities that affect the quality of the air we breathe. School staff, students and parents can obtain checklists or self-help information so they can properly evaluate their child’s home or other out of school situation by contacting the school. Staff and parents can also obtain information about school facility construction, maintenance and housekeeping practices, chemicals used, mold and HVAC related information, chemical producing academic subjects, and pesticide and herbicide applications to determine the extent to which school activities contribute to a child’s symptoms by contacting the school. The St. Charles Public Schools Indoor Air Quality contact person is Tim Reps, B&G Supervisor. If there are any questions regarding the school’s IAQ Program, please feel free to call the school at 932-4420.
ASBESTOS NOTICE As a result of recent federal legislation (Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act AHERA), each primary and secondary school in the nation is required to complete a stringent new inspection for asbestos and to develop a plan of management for all asbestos-containing building materials. St. Charles Public Schools has a goal to be in full compliance with this law and is following the spirit, as well as the letter, of the law. As a matter of policy, St. Charles Public Schools shall continue to maintain a safe and healthful environment for our community's youth and employees. In keeping with this legislation, all buildings (including portables and support buildings) owned or leased by the school district were inspected by EPA accredited inspectors and samples were analyzed by an independent laboratory. Based on the inspection, the school prepared and the state approved a comprehensive management plan for handling the asbestos located within its buildings safely and responsibly. Furthermore, St. Charles Public Schools has completed its 3-Year Re-inspection required by AHERA. Our district buildings, where asbestos-containing materials were found, are under repair, removal and Operations and Maintenance. This past year, St. Charles Public Schools conducted the following with respect to its asbestos containing building materials: * implemented our Operations and Maintenance Program*. Federal law requires a periodic walk-through (called "surveillance") every six months of each area containing asbestos. In addition, the law requires all buildings to be re-inspected every three years after a management plan went into effect. IEA will accomplish this under contract. Short-term workers (outside contractors - i.e., telephone repair workers, electricians and exterminators) must be provided information regarding the location of asbestos in which they may come in contact. All short-term workers shall contact the lead maintenance person before commencing work to be given this information. St. Charles Public Schools has a list of the location(s), type(s) of asbestos-containing materials found in that school building and a description and timetable for their proper management. A copy of the Asbestos Management Plan is available for review in the school office. Copies are available at 25 cents per page. Questions related to the plan should be directed to the St. Charles Public Schools at (507) 932-4420.
RECORDS RIGHTS OUTLINED What are the rights of parents and students when it comes to viewing educational records?
LEAD-IN-WATER ANNUAL NOTICE
The Family Education and Privacy Act requires that school districts annually publish a notice to parents and eligible students (students 18 and over) outlining the rights regarding a student's educational records.
Minnesota Statute 121A.335 requires public school buildings serving kindergarten through grade 12 to test for lead in water every 5 years. This statute also requires school districts to make the results of the testing available to the public for review and to notify parents of the availability of the information.
All individual records on current students are filed in the school the student attends. Requests by parents or eligible students to review or inspect school records should be submitted to the appropriate principal: Dr. Bernard for secondary students and Mr. Ihrke for those who attend elementary school.
St. Charles Public School District has a lead in water management plan and testing program that complies with Minnesota Statute 121A.335, as well as recommendations from the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) Lead Contamination Control Act (LCCA) of 1988 and the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). For more information on the district’s lead in water testing program, please contact Jeff Apse, Superintendent at 507-932-4420.
INVOLVE. CHALLENGE. ACHIEVE. BUS TRANSPORTATION STUDENTS REQUIRED TO HAVE PERMISSION TO RIDE SCHOOL BUS THEY ARE NOT ASSIGNED TO Parents and guardians are required to call or send a note to request permission for their son or daughter to ride the bus to another student’s home. If possible, this should be done at least 24 hours in advance of when the student will be riding the bus. The phone call should be made or note should be sent to Mrs. Slavin at the High School or Mrs. Muschler at the Elementary School. The secretary will then fill out a form which will be given to the bus driver indicating that the student has permission to ride the bus. If there is a problem with available seating on the bus, the secretary will then attempt to get back in touch with the parent. RIDING A BUS IS A PRIVILEGE - NOT A RIGHT The 1994 Minnesota Legislature passed a law which clearly establishes that riding a school bus is a privilege and not a right. A student’s riding privileges may be revoked for failing to obey the school district’s bus discipline policy or rules. Districts are not required to follow laws governing suspension and expulsion and are not required to provide transportation for a student whose riding privileges have been revoked. NO FOOD OR DRINK ON BUS ROUTES As part of an effort to keep buses clear and safer for students, eating and drinking on the morning and afternoon bus routes is not allowed. TOWN BUS (CHICKEN BUS) A list of pickup/drop off places and approximate times is available at the Elementary or High School Office and on the school website: www.scschools.net TRANSPORTATION BUS ROUTE LISTS Bus route lists will be mailed to all transported families before the first day of school!
Records on students who no longer attend District 858 are filed at the High School. Requests for review of these records should be made to Mrs. Olson. Any parent or eligible student may file a request to challenge inclusions in his/her educational records. This can be done by submitting a letter requesting a change in the record. The school district intends to limit disclosure to a third party information contained in a student's educational records, except as follows: · By the prior written consent of the student's parents or the eligible student. · As directory information. Directory information is defined by law as name, address, phone number, date and place of birth, sex, major sports, weight and height, dates of attendance, grade levels completed, awards received, and previous educational institutions attended. Any parent or eligible student who does not wish this information released should notify in writing the School District office. The following information must be included: name of student, home address, school presently attended by student, parent's legal relationship to student, specific categories of directory information that will not be made public without the parent's or student's prior written consent.
DAYCARE TRANSPORTATION Each year parents inquire about the possibility of transportation of children to/from sites other than their child’s home. Minnesota law allows school districts to do this if the site is more than one mile from the elementary school. Parents/guardians may designate by a signed, written request a daycare facility, residence of a relative or the residence of a person chosen by the parent/guardian as the address of the pupil for transportation purposes. Requests should be made to Superintendent, Jeff Apse.
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