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Growing Together This October!

Fall is in full swing at Owatonna Early Learning, and we’re loving all the ways our Little Huskies are learning, growing, and building friendships! October brings opportunities for even more fun and connection, and we hope you’ll join us for our Harvest Party on October 29th. Bring the family for an evening of games, activities, treats, and seasonal fun!

Did you know your preschool-aged child can participate in ECFE classes in addition to their regular preschool day? From literacy and nature classes to movement and motor activities, there are so many ways to extend your child’s learning beyond the classroom. We also offer parent support opportunities where you can connect with other parents, share experiences, and ask questions as your child grows and develops. Childcare is available, giving you time to connect with other parents while your little ones are cared for nearby.

We love being part of your family’s early learning journey! We encourage you to explore these opportunities, make new connections, and continue growing together this fall.

~Kaci Rendahl

Director of Early Learning

OCTOBER

October 20, 22, 27 & 28: Little Huskies are celebrating Fire Prevention Month with walks to the Owatonna Fire Department and visits to our building from the firetruck. Look for communication from your child's teacher regarding this.

October 22: Firedrill at 10:00 am

October 28 & 29: Picture Day Retakes. Look for communication from your child's teacher regarding the photography schedule. If you would like retakes, please send the picture packet back.

October 29: Harvest Party 4-6 pm

October 30: Fall Fun Stations

NOVEMBER

November 2: NO SCHOOL

November 10: Conferences 3-7 pm

November 11: Lockdown Drill 10 am

November 12: Conferences 3-7 pm

November 13: NO SCHOOL - Conferences 8 am -12 pm

November 24: Friendsgiving

November 25-27: NO SCHOOL

Please remember to message the teacher on Class Dojo when your child will be gone AND call the Owatonna Bus Company.

Reminder from the Owatonna Bus Company that families can access transportation details on the Owatonna Bus Company Parent Portal using the credentials below:

• Username: Student ID # (found in Infinite Campus)

• Password: Student Birthday formatted as MMDDYYYY (e.g., 03052012 for March 5, 2012)

Early Childhood Family Education classes offer opportunities for adults and children to participate in fun, developmentally- appropriate learning activities together.

Registration is OPEN for Fall! https://owatonna.arux.app

Just a reminder that we try to get outside every day if we can. Please remember to dress your child for the weather, some mornings can be a little chilly and some afternoons get a little toasty. Thank you!

A Wrap Care (Preschool SAC) option is being offered for preschool students this year. This means additional care for child at school before and after their preschool class and on days they do not attend class. This would be available at an additional expense to families. Register HERE. Please call 507.444.8083 with any questions. Thank you!

The door into our main office is locked. All visitors will need to bring a photo ID and enter Door 2P on the south side of the building (Main Street entrance) to be checked-in. (You will not be allowed to enter at the Broadway entrance, this is for ALC students only) Visitors are welcome during scheduled events & teacher meetings. Upon arrival, ring the doorbell and a staff member will unlock the door for you. Thanks for your understanding.

When checking in visitors, we use your ID with our Raptor program. Raptor is a digital solution designed to help schools know exactly who is on campus at any given time, enhancing safety and security. It works by requiring all visitors—such as parents, contractors, and volunteers—to check in upon arrival, by scanning a government-issued ID into a kiosk or tablet.

The system instantly screens visitor information against national registries. If a visitor is flagged as a potential risk, school officials are immediately alerted.

338 E Main St Owatonna, MN

Little Husky Office
507.444.8040

Wrap Care (Preschool SAC)

507.444.8083

ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education)

507.444.7900

Owatonna Bus Company

507.451.5262

Kaci Rendahl - Early Childhood Director

507.444.8041

krendahl@isd761.org

Title IX Disclosure

Owatonna Public Schools is committed to providing equal educational opportunities for all students and staff and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity or expression, in its programs and activities, as required by Title IX and MN Human Rights Act (MHRA). This includes prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, gender-based violence, and unequal access to extracurricular activities. Any concerns related to Title IX should be reported to Chris Picha, Director of Human Resources & Title IX Coordinator at 507-444-8602 or cpicha@isd761.org.

Nondiscrimination Policy

Owatonna Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color creed, religion, national origin, sex marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age , gender identity or expression, or socio-economic status. Students with disabilities are entitled to a free appropriate public education that includes general education, special education and/or related aids and services. Direct reports or concerns to Chris Picha, Director of Human Resources. More information can be found on the district website: isd761.org/nondiscrimination.

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