November
November 1st, 2026
November --Mental Health Minute
As the holiday season approaches, changes in routines and shorter days can affect children's moods, sleep, and energy. Families can help children build resilience with a few simple strategies.
💛 Practice Gratitude: Encourage children to share one thing they are thankful for each day, such as a friend, a fun activity, or time with family.
🌱 Support Big Feelings: Stay calm, acknowledge emotions, and set clear limits. Try saying, “I can see you're frustrated. Let's take a few deep breaths and work through this together.” Predictable routines and positive encouragement can also help.
🌙 Prioritize Sleep and Routines: Consistent bedtimes, calming evening activities, movement, and time outdoors can support emotional well-being as the days get shorter.
Quote of the month: “You don't have to be perfect to be amazing.” — Unknown
Rothsay School Social Worker/Counselor: Mrs. Missy Bergquist
218-867-2116 ext 2926
mbergquist@rothsaystaff.org
For more intensive mental health services, Rothsay also collaborates with Greater Minnesota Community Services. Mrs. Cadmus is at the school on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays to also meet with students as needed. If parents feel that a check-in or regular mental health meetings would be beneficial for their student, they are encouraged to contact her at 218-979-3573 or tabitha.cadmus@greatermncs.com.
Snow Day Information
School Closing Procedures
School may be canceled when the superintendent believes severe weather or other circumstances threaten the safety of students and employees. The superintendent will decide as early in the day as possible about closing school or the school building. How families will be notified:
1. An alert will be sent through Synergy. Depending on the communication settings in your Synergy account, families will receive a text message, recorded phone message and/or email.
2. Social Media (Facebook and Instagram)
3. School District Website
4. WDAY, KVLY, and Fergus Falls Radio Stations
Two-Hour Delay: No 3-year-old preschool. Breakfast will be offered from 10:00-10:20 AM.
School Closed: Flexible Learning Day schedule may be utilized. No after-school activities.
Early Release: No after-school activities
- Check out the Flexible Learning Plan below: Flex Plan-Flexible Learning Plan
Veteran's Day
Guest Speaker: Adam Broden
* A special thank you to all of those who have served this country. We are honored to recognize many of you on our Wall of Honor. We would also like to thank Ms. Sletten for organizing our Wall of Honor again this year.
* If anyone would like to add someone to our wall, even if they are currently serving, please send a picture, name, and their branch to Jen Sletten at jsletten@rothsaystaff.org.
Report Cards
First quarter report cards are available through ParentVue on November 13th. If you want a printed report card, please contact Monica in the office
- Lunch Menu-Rothsay Menu -
- School Calendar-Important Dates
Monday, November 2nd: 5-12 Band/Choir Concert @ 7:00pm
Wednesday, November 4th: Alexandria Technical college/career day
Wednesday, November 4th: Junior High Knowledge Bowl (Grades 7-8)
Thursday, November 5th: END OF QUARTER 1
Friday, November 6th: Professional Learning Day (No Students)
Wednesday, November 11th: Veterans Day Program @ 9:30am.
Thursday, November 12th: Secondary Staff Meeting @ 7:45 am.
Monday, December 7th: ASVAB Testing @ 8:45am.
