Red Wing Public Schools ISD 256

Shelby Teschendorf works on sounds with her first graders at Sunnyside.

While in college, Shelby Teschendorf worked as a substitute teacher and served as a paraprofessional for summer programs. Those experiences led her to Sunnyside Elementary School, where she teaches first grade. Since graduating seven year ago, she has been employed with Red Wing Public Schools..

I love helping children learn to read and build confidence. The early years are crucial for developing a lifelong love of learning, and it’s rewarding to watch their curiosity and skills grow.

What 2-3 books do you recommend parents read to their children and why?

“The Very Hungry Caterpillar” is great for teaching counting, the days of the week, and the life cycle of a caterpillar turning into a butterfly. It’s currently a favorite in my household with my son. Another one of my favorites is “Charlotte’s Web,” a sweet story that talks about kindness and friendship.

What is your favorite thing about your job

I love building relationships with my students and watching them grow not just academically, but as people.

What would you tell someone thinking about becoming a teacher?

It’s one of the most rewarding careers, but also one of the most challenging. If you love kids, have patience, and enjoy learning alongside them, it’s absolutely worth it!

How do you spend your free time outside of school?

I enjoy spending time with my husband and 2-year-old son. In my free time, I love trying new recipes, reading, and being outdoors. Kayaking and going for walks are some of my favorite activities.

Members include Clara Ballard, Bill Emery, Christina Frye, Jeff Finholm, Joshua Fuchs, Sam Graves, Molly Kiefer, Anne Rohn, Anne Robertson, Emily Seefeldt, Mitch Skeen, Mandy Stokes, Nathan Stout, Sheena Tisland and Mick Wendland.

Learn about their work and this initiative by visiting the new Flight Path 2030 webpage at www.rwps.org.

Red Wing High School Student Council hosted about 280 people from 14 schools Friday when Southeast Division of Student Councils met here. Two of the. four officers are Wingers: Piper Ryan (second from right) is secretary and Beatrix Lahammer (far right) is vice president. Charley Nelson, swim coach and founder of RWHS SOAR -- Success, Opportunity, Achievement and Recognition -- spoke about leadership.

Tryouts for the high school musical, "Once Upon a Mattress," will be after school Wednesday, Oct. 29. Prepare one minute of song and a one-minute monologue (preferably comedic). Sign up for a time outside the choir room door. Questions? Ask Mr. Perau or email Julie Martin, julegalemartin@gmail.com.

The registration window for winter activities is now open at www.gowingers.com. We encourage students to register early, so that coaches may begin contacting families with important information relative to each activity.

Students must be registered, have their fee paid, and, if playing a sport, have a qualifying sports physical on file; physicals are good for three years. Reach out to Taylor Becker @ tebecker@rwps.org if you have any questions or concerns relative to registration.

RED WING HIGH SCHOOL CALENDAR

Monday, Oct. 27: No school; teacher workday.

Tuesday, Oct. 28: No school; conferences noon to 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 29: Club Day.

Musical auditions after school.

Friday, Oct. 31: RWHS Learning and Community Day.

AP test registration due.

First quarter ends.

Monday, Nov. 3: Second quarter begins.

Wednesday, Nov. 5: Club Day.

Friday, Nov. 7: Community Veterans Day Observance, 10 a.m., gym.

IMPORTANT LINKS AND INFORMATION

Student Newsletter Oct. 27-31

Office hours: 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekdays.

Phone: 651-385-4700

Webpage: Red Wing High School

This week's college planning webinar will focus on the Minnesota Dream Act and how it can help undocumented students further their education after high school.

The statewide series continues this Tuesday evening and wraps up Nov. 18. The webinars are intended for current high school students. All sessions have interpretation in Spanish, Somali, and Hmong. Each session begins at 7 p.m. Dates and topics are:

• Oct. 28 — Dream Act 101
• Nov. 18 — Scholarships 101

Students who attend any of the sessions will be entered into a drawing to win a $1,000 scholarship (one entry per session attended). These sessions are offered by the Minnesota Office of Higher Education, Minnesota Department of Education, ECMC The College Place and Minnesota Goes to College. Register at bit.ly/CollegePlanningSeries.

TOWER VIEW CALENDAR

Monday, Oct. 27: No school; teacher workday.

Tuesday, Oct. 28: No school; conferences.

Friday, Oct. 31: First quarter ends.

Monday, Nov. 3: Second quarter begins.

Friday, Nov. 7: Community Veterans Day Observance, 10 a.m., RWHS gym.

Important links and information

Tower View webpage

154 Tower View Drive

Office: 651-388-8963

Office hours: 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Twin Bluff students staged three public performances of "Matilda Jr." on Friday and Saturday in addition to in-school previews for fellow students. See photos on the TBMS Facebook page.

TWIN BLUFF MIDDLE SCHOOL CALENDAR

Monday, Oct. 27: No school; teacher workday.

Tuesday, Oct. 28: No school; conferences.

Wednesday, Oct. 29: Grade 5 vision and screening.

Bus Stop and Walk.

Thursday, Oct. 30: Grade 7 vision and screening.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND LINKS

Twin Bluff Newsletter: October

Office hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Phone: 651-385-4530

Twin Bluff webpage

Burnside's "Be the I in Kind" poster is back. Students are encouraged to have their photo taken as that "I" as a way to promote a positive atmosphere. In addition, the student body on Friday played bingo in their classrooms to celebrate being Safe, Kind and Responsible. See photos from this past week on the Burnside Facebook page.

BURNSIDE CALENDAR

Monday, Oct. 27: No school; teacher workday

Tuesday, Oct. 28: No school; conferences

Wednesday, Oct. 29: Bus Stop and Walk.

Club's Choice Delivery.

Friday, Oct. 31: First quarter ends.

Monday, Nov. 3: Second quarter begins.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND LINKS

Burnside Newsletter: October

Student hours: 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Attendance: 651-385-4715 or: BESattendance@rwps.org

Phone: 651-385-4700

Kids Junction: 651-385-4709

Webpage: Burnside Elementary School

Mrs. Anderson, the school social worker, spent time in classrooms this week talking about cooperation. Students learned about many situations in which they would need to work together. See more photos from this week's activities on the Sunnyside Facebook page.

SUNNYSIDE CALENDAR

Monday, Oct. 27: No school; teacher workday.

Tuesday, Oct. 28: No school; conferences.

Wednesday, Oct. 29: Bus Stop and Walk.

Club's Choice pickup after school.

Friday, Oct. 31: First quarter ends.

Monday, Nov. 3: Second quarter begins.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND LINKS

Sunnyside Newsletter: October.

Student hours: 7:45 a.m. to 2:20 p.m.

Attendance: 651-385-4580 or SESattendance@rwps.org

Phone: 651-385-4570

Kids Junction: 651-385-4587

Webpage: Sunnyside webpage

Mastering scissors takes patience and practice. Students in the 4s afternoon class are working cutting paper as they strengthen their hands.

COLVILL CALENDAR

Monday, Oct. 27: No school; teacher workday.

Tuesday, Oct. 28: No school; conferences.

Friday, Oct. 31: Nurturing Nest, 10:30 a.m. to noon.

Monday, Nov. 3: No school; conferences.

Friday, Nov. 7: Nurturing Nest, 10:30 a.m. to noon.

Thursday, Nov. 13: Early childhood screening by appointment. Call 651-385-8000.

Open gym, 5:30-7 p.m., registration required.

Friday, Nov. 14: Nurturing Nest, 10:30 a.m. to noon.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND LINKS

Office hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Phone: 651-385-8000

Colvill webpage

UPCOMING YOUTH CLASSES

Tuesday, Oct. 28: Pumpkin Pool Party, ages 4+ w/adult.

Thursday, Oct 30: After School Basketball, grades K-1.

Halloween Crafts, grades K-1.

Monday, Nov. 3: Driver's Education Classroom 6:30-8:30 a.m.

Boys & Girls Basketball Skills Training, grades 4-6.

Boys & Girls Basketball Skills Training, grades 7-8.

Friday, Nov. 7: Hamster Wheel Hustle, ages 7+.

Saturday, Dec. 6: Open Swim & Gym.

Friday, Dec 12: Transportation to Welch, ages 10+.

UPCOMING ADULT CLASSES

Monday, Oct. 27: Haunted Night Cake Decorating.

Wednesday, Oct 29: Adult Co-Ed Volleyball League.

Tuesday, Oct. 30: Virtual Trip Through Haunted Anoka.

Saturday, Nov. 1: New! Nordic Appetizers.

IMPORTANT LINKS AND INFORMATION
Community Education webpage

Red Wing Community Education Facebook

Office hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays.

Phone: 651-385-4565

Red Wing School Board members will get an update on finances Monday in advance of the final 2024-2025 audit report. The meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. Oct. 27 in Red Wing High School room J110. Superintendent Bob Jaszczak and Finance Director Chris Muhvich will give an overview. In the coming weeks, CLA auditors will present their findings and then in December the board will hold a Truth-in-Taxation hearing.

The meeting will begin with the Student & School Showcase featuring student Mayor for a DAy Kylie Dahl. The Twin Bluff Middle School seventh grader submitted the winning essay in the City of Red Wing and Mayor Gary Iocco’s new initiative. On Monday, Kylie will share her thoughts on what she learned by being the mayor of Red Wing for a day.

Find the full agenda on the BoardBook. The meeting is open to the public and will be live streamed.

DISTRICT CALENDAR

Monday, Oct. 27: No school; teacher workday.

School Board meeting, 5:30 p.m., Red Wing High School room J110.

Tuesday, Oct. 28: No school; conferences.

Friday, Oct. 31: First quarter ends.

IMPORTANT LINKS & INFORMATION:

District Office

2451 Eagle Ridge Drive

Red Wing, MN 55066

Office hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays.

Phone: 651-385-4500

Website: www.rwps.org

Red Wing Youth Volleyball Association is accepting online registrations through Nov. 1. Late registrations will require an additional $50.

• 10U season will run January-March. There are no tryouts for this age group.
• 12U, 14U and 16 U seasons will run December-March.

Tryouts and scoring training will take place Saturday, Nov. 8. Visit the registration page for more details.

Red Wing Public Schools strives to provide an innovating and meaningful educational experience that fosters curiosity; pursues and applies best practices; embraces diversity by respectfully engaging all students, families, and staff; and connects and partners with our community. We serve pre-K through grade 12.

Website: www.rwps.org
Location: 2451 Eagle Ridge Drive, Red Wing, MN, USA
Phone: (651) 385-4500