SAINTS SENTINEL SAINT CHARLES PUBLIC SCHOOLS | QUARTERLY PUBLICATION OF I.S.D. 858 | JUNE 2021
Class of 2021
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Class Color: army green Class Flower: Magnolia Class Motto: “stay positive test negative” Song: "Wavin Flag" - K'naan
Letter from Superintendent Jeff Apse June Issue 2021
May 13, 2021 Dear Parents and Community Members, As I write this we are preparing to close the book on the 2020-2021 school year, and I am glad to see we are finishing the year in a somewhat traditional fashion. Last week our 6th graders had the opportunity to enjoy the traditional 6th grade camp experience at Whitewater State Park (with a few adjustments to stay in compliance with pandemic requirements). To go along with that, our High School is preparing for an outdoor prom and graduation ceremony where participants will be encouraged to wear masks if they want to, but will not be required to wear them to participate in either event. To say the 2020-2021 school year was difficult would be an understatement. One way to describe it (if you have seen the movie Inside Out from Disney Pixar) is to say that we have had way too many of these moments
and not enough of these moments to help keep life balanced.
I have fielded a few questions asking what the 2021-2022 school year will be like. As of today, we know that Minnesota’s Safe Learning Plan requirements officially expire on our last day of school, May 21st, all COVID related restrictions that Minnesotans have had to follow (aside from wearing masks indoors) officially expire on May 28th, and the state’s mask mandate will expire on or before July 1, 2021. I am extremely optimistic that we will be able to deliver educational programming to our students in 2021-2022 without having to adhere to a myriad of pandemic related restrictions. I know and understand how difficult this year has been for our students and their parents. I also know and understand how difficult this year has been for our staff. They have truly gone above and beyond pushing themselves to respond to ever-changing challenges. I am proud of the effort that was put forth by all. I wish the best for our graduating seniors as they turn the page to the next chapter of their lives, and I hope that all of our students, their families and our staff will be able to find time this summer to relax, recharge their batteries, and to find peace from the burdens we have all been shouldering. Thank you for your patience and support. Sincerely,
Jeff Apse Superintendent of Schools
ST. CHARLES PUBLIC SCHOOLS FACILITY UPDATE A number of facility improvements, most stemming from the 2019 referendum, are being made to our schools. The majority of work slated for the Elementary School that was being funded by the referendum dollars is complete, and construction on the High School project commenced earlier this spring. The summer of 2021 will be extremely busy, and the High School will be closed for much of the summer to accommodate the work that is scheduled. High School construction will continue into the 2021-2022 school year, and we anticipate that the work will be completed in the spring of 2022. Click on this link to review a slideshow highlighting what has been accomplished and to preview what is in store for 2021-2022: https://drive.google.com/file/d/ 1DGA88Yiq7Pvk7mBMZy4ALb01N0s0shF9/view
High School Principal - Dr. Bernard Thank you, We had a great end to the school year. Students and staff all had to be extremely flexible because of many different factors. On top of the COVID 19 restrictions that we all dealt with, we also started the construction at the high school. I will try to post updates during the summer as bigger pieces are started or completed. (Please scan the QR code links to the right)
High School construction progress videos Scan to watch the drone flyover
Scan to watch the steel unloading
As we get closer to the start of school in the fall, please be on the lookout for notices of open houses and tours of the new facilities. Some areas will be completed by this time, but many areas will still be under construction for the majority of the 2021-22 school year. Though we will have some disruption next year with the completion of the project, we will have very nice improvements at the end. As always, please reach out to me personally if you are having difficulties in any area of school. Have a great (extended) summer, we will see you all back here in the fall.
30 Years
10 Years
Scott McCready
Scott Kobs
Amelia Crouley Laura Edlund Miller Molly Thomas Matthew Reinhardt Stacie Walterman
20 Years
5 Years
25 Years
Theo Derby Tricia Heim Gretchen Hoffman Amy Reilly
Anthony DeBusk Grant Gill Robbie McGuire Vickie Smith Paul Storsveen Breyann Thorson
High School Construction Updates June Issue 2021
North Entrance
North Entrance
Drone photo of Science Addition
Drone photo of Greenhouse
North Side Stairway
West Side Gym entrance
Class of 2021 Graduation Ceremony Commencement held outdoors With careful planning and cooperation from mother nature the graduating Class of 2021 celebrated outdoors on Sunday, May 23, 2021 on the baseball field. With humor and heartfelt gratitude seniors, Abby McCready and Anna Daood, reflected on the uniqueness their class experienced this past year. Congratulations Class of 2021!
Abby McCready gives opening speech
Mr. Smith announces scholarship recipients
Anna Daood gives closing speech
2021 District Office Summer Hours and Location Location: St. Charles Elementary School Office Hours: Monday - Thursday; 7:00am to 3:30pm or by appointment. Office hours are subject to change, appointments are recommended. Laura Reisdorf 507-932-4420 x1150; lreisdorf@schs.k12.mn.us Annette Zittel 507-932-4420 x1155; azittel@schs.k12.mn.us photo credit: Rob McGuire/Saints Publishing
High School News June Issue 2021
Industrial Tech was busy with multiple Spring projects Technology in Woodworking: 5th hour class built benches for one of the kindergarten classes and they were delivered with a smile!
Building Trades (4th hr): The class built a shed for Habitat for Humanity of Winona County. The shed will be for a new construction home that Habitat is beginning to build in Winona. They framed the walls and cut the roof rafters at school and then we constructed the shed in Winona during the last week of school. They temporarily assembled the roof in the Shop so that students could learn the process of assembly.
FALL SPORTS BEGIN AUGUST 16, 2021
Peer Helper Corner Peer Helpers have had another successful year with 65% of the peer helper team matched currently and/or at one time with students in both buildings. They have been doing a fantastic job connecting with these students and subsequently has made a world of difference for many of them especially with such a challenging school year. Due to continued Covid restrictions, we were unable to have a midwinter mini retreat opting instead for additional virtual trainings this spring. It’s evident the school year is winding down for everyone so revisiting the importance of being there for each other as well as the student body has been encouraged at our monthly meetings.
2021 Decision Day! SCHS celebrated Decision Day 2021 in May. Seniors wore their college shirts (and pins) to celebrate their college decisions - good job Seniors! Mrs. Olson provided donuts for the Seniors.
We will be saying goodbye to our seniors at the end of this school year and saying hello to 6 new incoming sophomores next year! The recruiting/nominating process happened within the freshman class the first week of May. Current peer helpers addressed all freshman classes about the positive qualities of a peer helper, reiterated 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 grade that they would trust to discuss a personal problem with. Nominations were tallied and voted on by current peer helper team members and students will be notified accordingly. 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 October 2-3, 2021. More details will follow late summer.
Advisors: Mike Smith and Theresa Nunemacher
Check out the School website homepage to see a slideshow of all the Senior Spotlights! www.scschools.net
PROM2021 On May 15, SCHS Prom took place in the Green Space behind City Hall. Thank you to the City of St. Charles and everyone involved that made this possible for our students to participate! A storm loomed overhead so the events were moved to the Elementary School after grand march. Please see photos at www.saintspublishing.org.
Football practice begins Monday, August 16th for grades 7-12 Grades 9-12: Meet at the Varsity Field Press Box area at 7:30 A.M. Grades 7-8: Meet at the Varsity Field Press Box area at 3:00 P.M. All MSHSL forms and fees must be completed/paid by the first day of practice in order to participate. *Follow St. Charles Football on Facebook for important messages and updates throughout the season. Contact Mr. Matt Reinhardt at mreinhardt@schs.k12.mn.us with questions.
High School News June Issue 2021
Congratulations FFA Members Dairy Team with 3rd place Region 8 FFA plaque and 2nd place MN FFA plaque.
SC Wrestling Mark Buringa and Bennett Sikkink are two great alumni that will run our open mat this summer for grades 1-12. We will wrestle in the Elementary Gym as the high school is off limits this year. Please try to make the open mat times. When: Mondays, June 7, 14, 21, 28, July 12, 19, 26 Who: 1-6 grade from 4:00pm – 5:00pm (the grade entering in the fall) 7-12 grade from 5:30pm – 7:00pm (the grade entering in the fall) What: Open mat/technique sessions coached by Mark and Bennett Where: Elementary Gym Why: To enjoy summer wrestling and to work on skills to get better Any questions call Coach Kobs at 507-259-0939 Or Coach Carlson at 507-696-8117
Monday Night Track Nights Monday Night Track Nights will once again be taking place this summer. Come down to the track and work with the coaches on field events, sprinting, hurdling, or just head out for a run with teammates. Track Nights are open to any and all St. Charles students going into grades 7-12 who are interested in St. Charles track and field, regardless of previous experience. Track Nights will start at 7:00pm on the following dates: Team members include Kallie Thomann, Ava Kieffer, Landyn Decker, Sawyer Wendt, Brea Kieffer, and Brianna Brogan (not pictured).
Congratulations Senior Band Members Senior Band Members were able to participate in their final band concert of their High School career.
June 28, July 12, July 19, July 26 Follow the St. Charles Track and Field Twitter page to receive updates in the event of weather cancellations @SCsaintstrack
Girls Soccer I look forward to the opportunity to step up as Head Coach and continue to work with this great group of young ladies. We have a fantastic group of seniors that are going to provide great leadership. I can’t wait to continue to build off of last year's successes and grow stronger together as a program. Taige Puetz - SCLA Girl's Head Soccer Coach Contact Coach Puetz tpuetz@schs.k12.mn.us if you are not on the soccer email list, and would like to be for more information about soccer throughout the summer. Summer Pick Up Soccer Starting June 1st Tuesday and Sunday: 7:00pm - 8:30pm at SCHS soccer field This summer we will be teaming up with the boys program and participating in Tuesday and Sunday night pick up soccer games at the SCHS soccer field. I encourage you to attend when you can! Follow Girls Soccer on Twitter @s_scla
L-R: Mr. Marsolek, Isabel Karlstad, Jade Krenik, Abby McCready, Anna Daood, Emma Cage, Emily Hursh
Summer Boys Soccer
Scan & Sign Google Waiver Form for Boys & Girls Summer Soccer
SCLA Summer Soccer Pickup Games
Soccer Skills Camp
9th and 10th graders heading to D.C. Congratulations to the following students who will represent St. Charles High School in the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Wreath Laying Ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery during their upcoming Washington D.C. trips: 10th Grade August 2021 Trip - Sara Backes, Levi Ferden, Riley Ward and Gavin Warmkagathje 9th Grade October/November 2021 Trip - Morgan Carlson, Shelby Mosdal, Payton Schiebel and Lily Sullivan
4 v 4 Tournament
Counselors Corner Lindsey Olson Class of 2022
Monthly JR/HS 3 v 3 Tournament through St. Charles Community Ed
Time to spend the summer VISITING COLLEGES! Many campuses have opened back up - register on their respective websites for campus tours! The best way to find out if a college is a fit for you is to go to the campus. Applications will open in late August and we will hit the ground running in September doing applications as soon as we are back. Job Shadow - I highly recommend upcoming Seniors and Juniors do a job shadow this summer! Call or email someone that has an interesting job to you, and ask if you can shadow them for a few hours! It's a great way to see what a day in the life really entails. Schedules will be out early summer - watch your email/JMC for details.
NEW OPPORTUNITY!
Scan & Register for Tournament through Community Ed Revtrak here
Minnesota Rush Summer Camps
St. Charles Foundation for Academic Excellence INDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTIONS: Bob and Mary Kiefer MEMORIAL CONTRIBUTIONS: Earl Bockenhauer John and Sherry Slavin Fred Boice Fred and Shirley Carlson Paul and Kathy Decker Dale and Vicki Gathje Louis and Deb Heim David and Gay Kieffer Marge Kingsley Gene and Judy Kruempel Mark and Jane Linderbaum Linda Mueller Gary and Shirley Neumann Charles Nicklay John and Sherry Slavin Rollie Smith John and Lois Smoltz Joe and Donna Speltz Gene and Nancy Steward Patricia Tollin Tom and Deanna Tollin Pat Brown Dave and Pam Tesch Dorothy "Dottie" Bushman John and Ann Brogan Marvin (Doc) Bushman Sr. John and Ann Brogan Elaine and Frank Colvin Patricia Tollin Ron Cope Jay and Lynda Otterson John and Sherry Slavin Charles DeBusk St. Charles Public Schools Staff Gladys Ellinghuysen John and Sherry Slavin Jeanne Ferden Gary and Kathryn Feine John Gregoire David and Barbara Heim Louis and Deb Heim Tom and Olivia Heim Maurice and Judy Ploetz John and Sherry Slavin Bernadine and Patrick Stevens Marjorie Stock
Dorothy Fuller Gary and Kathryn Feine Gail Keller Norm and Barb Lecy Paulette McCready Joann Mueller Gary and Shirley Neumann John and Lois Smoltz Bernadine and Patrick Stevens Patricia Tollin Roger and Barb Traxler Odean Goss John and Sherry Slavin Betty Guenther Jarett Schiebel Patricia Tollin Donna Haag John and Ann Brogan Betty Hilke John and Ann Brogan Tom and Olivia Heim Joe and Renee Hewitt Gus and Marilyn Ihrke John Nintemann Family John and Sherry Slavin John and Lois Smoltz Tom and Deanna Tollin Tom and Pam Vega Dale Hoenk St. Charles Public Schools Staff Scott Kaehler John and Ann Brogan Larry Persons Wanetta Putzier Allen and Barb Rasmussen John and Sherry Slavin Gene and Nancy Steward Keith Keller John and Ann Brogan Clarence and Jean Chuchna Dean and Robyn Fox John Gregoire David and Barbara Heim Joe and Renee Hewitt Gus and Marilyn Ihrke Paulette McCready Jim and Barb Mickow Joann Mueller Maurice and Judy Ploetz Allen and Barb Rasmussen Donald and Irene Sinn John and Sherry Slavin John and Lois Smoltz Bernadine and Patrick Stevens Terry and Janel Stevens Gene and Nancy Steward Roger and Barb Traxler Wayne and Judy Young
Sherrie Kieffer Louis and Deb Heim Marvin (Bum) Keiffer John and Ann Brogan Joe and Renee Hewitt Patricia Tollin Ronald Kroning John and Ann Brogan Paul Lange Glen and Peggy Dabelstein Gene and Judy Kruempel James Ludwig John and Ann Brogan Jeff Martin John and Ann Brogan Wanetta Putzier Margaret Martinson Gary and Kathryn Feine Ken Millard John and Ann Brogan David and Barbara Heim Joe and Renee Hewitt Gail Keller Jim and Barb Mickow Bev Norvet Allen and Barb Rasmussen John and Sherry Slavin Bernadine and Patrick Stevens Tom and Deanna Tollin Michael Mockler John and Sherry Slavin Charles "Chuck" Mollert John and Ann Brogan Ann Marie Mueller John and Sherry Slavin Florence Mueller Marge Kingsley Irvin Nunemacher John and Ann Brogan
Joan Schwager Gary and Kathryn Feine Louis and Deb Heim Larry Persons
June Issue 2021
Irene Sinn John and Ann Brogan Joe and Donna Speltz Patricia Tollin Leona West Allen and Barb Rasmussen Tom Wirt John and Ann Brogan Bob Wohlferd Allan and Kelly Boice John and Ann Brogan Jared and Jill Butson Louis and Deb Heim Gus and Marilyn Ihrke David and Gay Kieffer Steve and Sheryl Langer Paulette McCready Charles Nicklay Bev Norvet Jim and Kris Pedersen Allen and Barb Rasmussen John and Lois Smoltz Bernadine and Patrick Stevens Gene and Nancy Steward Scott and Barbara Williamson Mary Wolter Gary and Kathryn Feine John Gregoire David and Barbara Heim Louis and Deb Heim Gail Keller Marge Kingsley Marie Knoll Paulette McCready Bev Norvet Larry Persons Merle and Betty Peterson Linda Schaber John and Lois Smoltz Gene and Nancy Steward Earl and Catherine Voss
Jackie Nunemacher John and Ann Brogan Beverly Reps John and Ann Brogan Alice and Carl Riess John and Sherry Slavin Hailey Schafer John and Ann Brogan
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St. Charles Public Schools Celebrate Earth Day
photo credit: Rob McGuire/Saints Publishing
Mr. Knudson's 5th grade class
Mr. Robertson's 6th grade class
Elementar 2021-22 School Supply List June Issue 2021
PRESCHOOL All Preschool students please bring: (1) box of Kleenex (1) bottle of Elmer's glue (1) Poly-folder (2) Elmer’s jumbo glue sticks (1) Canister of disinfectant wipes Family Photo Boys: (1) set of Crayola Markers (8-10 count) (1) box of 2 gallon or 1 box of gallon-sized Ziplock bags (1) Fiskars children’s scissors Girls: (1) set of Expo Dry Erase Markers (3-5 count) (1) box of Quart sized Zip-lock bags (1) box of 12-24 ct. Crayola Crayons Full-Day Students: Rest Mat Snacks: Students with last names A-M please bring a snack to share with the class Students with last names N-Z will be asked to send in a snack later in the year
GRADE ONE 24 pencils – sharpened if possible plastic pencil box (2) erasers (1) scissors (Fiskar type) (4) 24-count boxes of crayons (4) boxes of washable markers (1) 4 oz. bottle of white glue (6) glue sticks (large if possible) (2-4) whiteboard markers (4) wide-lined spiral 1 subject PLAIN notebooks (4) PLAIN folders (1) flash card addition (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 (1)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) (1) Pencil Box ( aprox. 5” x 8”) (1) box markers (1) scissors (1 box) colored pencils or crayons (1) 4 oz. bottle of white glue (6 or more) glue sticks (4) pocket folders (1) wide-lined notebook (4) Highlighters (4) black white board markers (dry erase) (1) 1 inch 3-ring binder (1) box of Kleenex (1) canister of disinfecting wipes (1) Headphones (1)Wireless mouse (optional) Boys: (1) box gallon sized Ziploc Bag Girls: (1) box sandwich sized Ziploc Bag
GRADE FOUR (48) pencils - sharpened if possible (replenish often), pencil cap erasers (1) set each crayons, colored pencils, markers, pencil pouch, and a scissors (2) glue sticks (large if possible), (1) 4 oz. bottle of glue (2) yellow highlighters (4) dry erase markers (black, red, green, or blue) (6) folders (6) spiral-bound wide-lined notebooks (1) pack index cards (approx 100 count) (2) boxes Kleenex (none for McCready or Muschler) (2) large canisters of disinfecting wipes (1) box ziplock bags - last name A-L: (1) box quart size/last name M-Z: (1) box gallon size Music – 1 three-ring binder, 1 inch, – this will be used through grade 6 and beyond, pencils
Physical Education: ALL GRADES MUST HAVE PHY-ED SHOES Please wear to school or keep a pair in your locker
KINDERGARTEN (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 (3) boxes of 24 count Crayola brand crayons (2) 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 (12) 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 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 (1) Pencil pouch (not a box-they don’t fit in our desks) (1) large eraser 1 set each markers, crayons, colored pencils, scissors (1) 4 oz. bottle of white glue (6) glue sticks (large if possible) (2) wide-lined spiral 1-subject notebooks (4) sturdy pocket folders (4 or more) whiteboard markers (dry erase) (4) highlighters (4 different colors) (1 box) Ziploc bags - last name A – L: box quart size, last name L - Z: box gallon size (2) boxes of tissues (1) canister of disinfecting wipes (1) sturdy, but inexpensive, headphones
REMINDER FOR ALL CLASSES: Do not send trapper keepers. Unless otherwise stated, please label items with the 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 FIVE
GRADE SIX
(24) pencils, sharpened if possible (1) sturdy zippered pencil pouch (1) 100-pack note cards, lined, any size (1) large eraser (1) scissors (1 pack) markers (1 pack) colored pencils (4) large glue sticks (1 pack) red pens (1) black sharpie marker (3) wide-lined spiral notebooks (1) RED wide-ruled spiral notebook (1) GREEN wide-ruled spiral notebook (1) RED PLASTIC pocket folder (1) GREEN PLASTIC pocket folder (4) highlighters – multiple colors (1) basic calculator (12) white board markers -dry erase (1) box ziplock bags (any size) (1) box Kleenex or tissue (1) canister disinfectant wipes (1) locker shelf (foldable)
(24) pencils, sharpened if possible (1) sturdy zippered pencil pouch (1) eraser (1 pack) red pens (1 pack) colored pencils, sharpened (1 pack) regular markers (set of 8 or 10) (1) scissors (3) large glue sticks (2) black sharpie markers (2) 100 pack of notecards (4) highlighters - multi colored (2) wide-lined spiral notebooks (1) GREEN PLASTIC 2-pocket folder (4) dry erase markers (1) basic calculator (1) ruler (1) locker shelf (foldable) (1) box of kleenex (1) container of disinfecting wipes, if available in stores (1) 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.
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.
2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR BEGINS 1 SEPTEMBER 13, 202
Elementary News June Issue 2021
School Readiness Class Release Butterflies Mrs. Schultz's preschool class released their painted lady butterflies and had a popcorn and pajama day. They had a popcorn snack break and graphed their favorite flavors of popcorn.
Earth Day Conversations in School Readiness Class
Mrs. Klug's preschool learned about how they can take care of the Earth by recycling and reusing. They got creative with innovative projects using recycled things from their homes and school. One team built a car that floats and has a launcher. The other team built a robot with musical buttons and it had an ice cream dispenser. Pre-K ended the week picking up trash around the neighborhood. Picture of Mrs. Klug’s MWF class.
6th Grade Class Up in Arms
6th graders trace their own arms and decorate using their own creative expression. “You have within you the strength, patience, and passion to reach for the stars and change the world”. Thank you Lila Brogan for planning, organizing and assembling! This piece of art is hanging in the hallway at Elementary School.
e e r F e k o Sm s of 2033 Clas
Ms. Bussan's Class
Mrs. Ellson’s Class
Annual Smoke Free T-shirts for the Class of 2033 were donated by the St. Charles Moose Lodge
Mrs. Mehling's Class
Mrs. Hammann’s Class
Mrs. Sullivan's Class
INVOLVE. CHALLENGE. ACHIEVE.
Elementary News Top 10 6th grade math competitors earn reward
June Issue 2021
Autism Awareness Day 2021 Elementary School staff showed support of Autism Awareness Day with wearing blue or their Autism Speaks shirts!
The top 10 6th grade Study Island math ribbon competitors earn their way to shave Mr. Hildman’s hair. All 6th graders that received a minimum of 15 study island math ribbons had an all afternoon recess along with root beer floats on the last week of school. The 6th graders exceeded 1,300 Study Island math ribbons in the month of March.
4thGraders in Mrs. McCready's class learn about crayfish
From L to R: Mark Hanson, Ivan Daood, Allaynna Schossow, Emily Brogan, Sadie Wendt, Taylor Bacon, Stella Wendt, Jackson Vermilya, Addy Overkamp, Ahlex Schott
Mr. Doschadis's 3rd graders learn at Whitewater State Park
PTO
News
Thank you!
The third grade class took a class field trip to Whitewater State Park. The kids enjoyed a lunch in the great outdoors, followed up with an exciting hike. They learned a lot about snakes during a fabulous presentation with MN DNR Naturalist Jeremy Darst and played a fun game of kickball! An overall OUTSTANDING afternoon at the park!
Thank you for supporting the Saint Charles Parent Teacher Organization this year with our Kwik Trip Scrip Card and Box Tops fundraisers! Please continue to scan your grocery receipts on the Box Tops for Education App! If you don't have an app, there is a Box Tops bucket at Miller's Market for your receipt & we will scan it for you. This year we earned $187.40 which went to the elementary PhyEd department & will be rotated to another Special class every year (Library, PhyEd, Music, Art). Our organization cannot continue without our community and our volunteers, please consider joining us August 16, 2021 at 6:30pm in the elementary library where the future of the SC PTO will be determined. See you there!
Thank you St. Charles PTO for donating the cool pencils with encouraging notes! Over 360 pencils for grades 3, 4, 5, 6 were donated for the MCA testing this last Spring!
SACC SACC is a School Aged Child Care Program that offers care for ages PreK6th grade. We offer before and after school care, Wrap around care for PreK, as well as a Summer Program.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Summer SACC starts May 25, 2021 Link for Tuesday/Thursday Wrap Around Care for Fall https://scschools.revtrak.net/commun ity-education/rwcommunityeducation/ Sign up for Fall SACC will begin in early August
Our Mission:
Provide childcare in a safe, fun-filled, supportive environment.
2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR BEGINS SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
Elementary News 6th Graders Return to Annual Camp at Whitewater and host Probability Fair
June Issue 2021
Mr. Knudson's 5th Graders participate in a passion project The passion project - named "genius hour" students engaged with a topic that they were passionate and eager to learn more about. The project challenged students to solve a problem or make a design through inquiry and research. Projects ranged from creating a baseball bat or book from scratch, dog toy creation, comic creation, Rubix Cube solving, mini basketball hoop creation, remote controlled light switch, and many more. Students then presented what they made to their classmates. They blew everyone away with their ambitious projects!
Preschool was super fortunate this last year to have Heidi Toft working as our Americorp LEAP member in the preschool program. She was wonderful and hope she chooses to return next year! Thank you!
Mr. Muschler's 4th grade class spends time in the school forest in May
6th Grade School Patrol pass flags to 5th graders 6th grade School Patrol captains, Stella Wendt and Brooke Bunke, explain school patrol procedures to 5th graders. Thank you captains for all the hard work you have put in this year! The last week of school the 5th graders had a chance to use their newfound skills.
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Community Education June Issue 2021
Annual Community Ed Senior Citizen Luncheon returns! Thank you to our Community Seniors for participating in the luncheon, tour and conversation with our NHS members. Thank you NHS for assisting with the event!
Hoover your phone camera over code, scan and open!
Community Education Hosts Career Fair Students from High School and Elementary School had an opportunity to learn about different professions this Spring at the Career Fair hosted by St. Charles Community Education. Some participants included, The Air Force, Mayo Clinic, RCTC Dental Assistant, Hoff Funeral Home and ABC6 News just to name a few. Thanks to all who were able to attend and share more about your profession!
Mom and Me painting class with Mrs. Ihrke
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St. Charles Schools June Issue 2021
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