The Wave

Following a few weeks above average in December and January, it seems we're about to hit the bone-chilling cold that Minnesota promises us each year. As hearty Minnesotans it's likely a blessing and a curse to many to experience this crazy weather. With that said, we, like you, have our eyes on the weather next week.

Our new website is up and much easier to navigate. Check us out at www.minnewaska.k12.mn.us.

We have a lot of new updates that you'll want and need to know about for the next month, so please take a minute to read through what pertains to you and mark your calendars for some special events.

Website: www.minnewaska.k12.mn.us
Location: Glenwood, MN, United States
Phone: 320-239-4800
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/waskapride/

Attendance:

Should your child be ill or not joining us at school on a certain day, we need to know. Please call our schools at 320-239-4800.

Call ext. 2000 for Kylie and MAES or send an email to kmurken@isd2149.org.

Call ext. 1208 for Kristen at MAIS or send an email to kquelle@isd2149.org.

Bus Information:

For information regarding a bus issue, please call Palmer Bus Service at 320-634-3272.

Student Support:

K-6 Social Worker Mary Walsh 320-239-4800

Student Support Services Coordinator Brian Gruber 320-239-4800

K-6 Principal Sarah Suchy 320-239-4800

Previously we thought our report cards were ready to roll middle of this week, but with a new system, it's taking us just a little longer. Our goal is to send report cards home with K-3 students on Wed., Jan. 30 and in the mail on Friday, Feb. 1st for 4-6 students. Thanks for your patience as we roll through the new system of grading and share even more about the progress your child is making at Minnewaska.

Should you have any questions, please contact your child's classroom teacher, or myself at ssuchy@isd2149.org or 320-239-4800.

Influenza, strep throat, a variety of viruses and the stomach flu have hit Minnewaska hard. All this to say we've had increased illnesses at all of our campuses. Please continue to be diligent about watching your child's symptoms and ensuring they are symptom and fever free for 24 hours prior to returning to school. We need everyone to work together to be healthy!

We're postponing our annual ski trip for grades 3-6 from Feb. 1 to March 1st. We're very hopeful we'll have warmer weather in a month!

Our departure and arrival times along with fees will remain the same. If you have a change in your schedule and can or cannot attend at this point, please contact your child's teacher so we can make adjustments.

Thanks for your flexibility!

MAES Marathon Week is part of healthy heart month in February. We celebrate with a little extra color on these days.

Mon, Jan 28 - Healthy Heart Day - Wear RED

Wed, Jan 30 - Beach Day - wear sunglasses, shorts, t shirts

Mon, Feb 4 - Lakers/ MN Sports Day

Wed, Feb 6 - USA Day

Fri, Feb 8 - Midnight Disco

Minnewaska Intermediate School is learning how to live a heart-healthy lifestyle!

WHAT: Hoops Event for Kids Heart Challenge

WHEN: January 23rd – February 13 th

WHERE: during Phy Ed Class

Please return donation envelopes by: Wednesday, February 13 th Please see your child’s collection envelope for details on how to register for Kids Heart Challenge!

Reach the Kids Heart Challenge Website or access at

http://www2.heart.org/site/TR?fr_id=3998&pg=company&company_id=206989

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Kristen Quelle at kquelle@isd2149.org or Angie VanZee at avanzee@isd2149.org

February 12- 4-6 Muffins for Moms

February 13 - 4-6 Envelopes & Donations turned in for American Heart Association

February 15 - NO SCHOOL

February 18 - NO SCHOOL

February 19-4-6 Donuts for Dads

February 21 & 25 K-6 Conferences

February 28-K-3 I Love to Read

March 1-3-6 Andes Ski Trip

Mark your calendar for a few upcoming events and watch for specific times!

Muffins for Moms for Grades 4-12 on Tuesday, Feb. 12 at 7:50

Donuts for Dads for Grades 4-12 on Tuesday, Feb. 19 at 7:50

I Love to Read for Grades K-3 on Thursday, Feb. 28 at 2:00

Mother/Son Night on Thursday, March 28

Father/Daughter Dance on Sunday, April 28

Math Masters Schedule for January:

Jan 8 - 6th grade practice

Jan 10 - 5th grade practice

Jan 15 - 6th grade practice

Jan 17- 5th grade practice

Jan 22 - 6th grade practice

Jan 24- 5th grade practice

Jan 29 - 6th grade practice

Jan 31- 5th grade practice

3/1 6th grade Math Masters Competition @ Parkers Prairie

4/26 5th grade Math Masters Competition @ Alexandria

Please contact Mary Henriksen @ mhenriksen@isd2149.org with any questions.

January 2019 Dates

29th & 31st

February 2019 Dates

5th & 7th

12th

19th

26th & 28th

NO Math & Reading on Feb 14th due to long weekend

NO Math & Reading on Feb 21st conference week

If you're interested in helping Kristen with the Spring Buy One Get One Free Book Fair please contact her @ kquelle@isd2149.org.

The Buy One Get One Free Book Fair is a very popular event and volunteers are needed to get students/parents through the check out line. Please consider helping!

The dates for the fair: Tuesday, May 7 & Thursday, May 10 - more info to come.