Centerview Newsletter
Hello Centerview families!
We had a great Parent Teacher Organization meeting on Monday evening in the Centerview Learning Commons. We had a variety of people there to discuss their roles and responsibilities in supporting our students in the areas of family communication, student services and special education. We also learned about the opportunities our students will experience as a result of our Centerview FUNdraiser. It was a short and sweet meeting with a lot of positive conversation. Mark your calendars and join us for our next PTO opportunity on January 11!
Our next pulse check will begin tomorrow, Thursday! You will be asked to share insights on your current experience by responding to a few simple questions through our partner, Possip. Yes, you will be able to respond in your preferred language. I’ll have themes and insights to share next week.
Next Tuesday is Election Day – Whether you are voting early or next week, remember there is a question on the ballot that will decide whether to change how money from the state’s Permanent School Fund is distributed to public schools across the state. If approved, the change would provide additional funding to public school districts, including Spring Lake Park Schools. It would not increase taxes. See below for more information.
As we wrap up our scheduled October conferences, please know that we remain available and ready to connect whenever needed. Our partnership and open communication are important to the Centerview staff. We are committed to maintaining that communication moving forward. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or if you need clarification.
Enjoy some sunny fall weather in the coming days!
Take care,
Mike
Share Your Voice: Next Pulse Check is Thursday, October 29
Our next pulse check is coming your way tomorrow, Thursday, October 29. You will receive a text message and email with a few simple questions asking for feedback on your experience with school. Watch for the messages from our partner, Possip, and make sure to reply - in your preferred language - to the brief survey. Help keep us updated on your experience. You can choose to share your name - or stay anonymous. Thanks for participating!
Statewide School Funding on the Ballot This Fall; No New Taxes
As a reminder, Minnesota voters will decide this fall whether to change how money from the state’s Permanent School Fund is distributed to public schools. If approved, the change would provide additional funding to public school districts, including Spring Lake Park Schools. It would not increase taxes.
The proposed amendment would change how the annual distribution from the fund is calculated. If the amendment passes, Spring Lake Park Schools is expected to receive about $33 more per student, or approximately $200,000. Leaving the question blank has the same effect as voting No. Learn more about the Permanent School Fund ballot question.
From bystanders to helpers: Students build confidence through First Aid
“I used to be hesitant and now I jump right in.”
That’s how Spring Lake Park High School junior Claire describes the impact of taking First Aid as a freshman. Since then, she’s put her skills to use helping others in real-life medical emergency situations.
Through hands-on practice, realistic emergency scenarios and lessons in patient care, grade 9-12 students in Spring Lake Park High School's First Aid course learn how to respond when someone needs help. From performing CPR and treating injuries to communicating with someone who is scared or in pain, students are building the skills to make a difference.
As instructor ElleAnne Matthews reminds her students, the goal goes beyond preparing future healthcare professionals. It’s about giving everyone the confidence to help when it matters most.
"Our goal is to teach them how to care for someone for just five minutes," says ElleAnne. "Many of these students aren't going to go into the medical field, and I just want them to have the life skills where if someone gets injured, they feel comfortable and confident enough that they can actually help."
Read the full story to hear from students about their First Aid experiences and see how they’re learning to turn knowledge into action.
