Cambridge-Isanti Online News
🎉 What a Fantastic First Week! 🎉
A HUGE THANK YOU to all of our amazing CIO students and parents for making our first week of school such a great one! 💙
We know the first week can come with a few questions, changes, and adjustments, and we truly appreciate everyone's patience, communication, and flexibility. 😊
Students, you are doing a GREAT job! ⭐ Keep up the hard work, stay on top of your assignments, and remember that your teachers are here to help you! 📚💻
Parents, thank you for your support and partnership! Your encouragement makes such a difference in your child's success. ❤️
We are off to a FANTASTIC START! 🚀
Here's to an amazing school year together! 🎉
Have a wonderful weekend, CIO families! 💙
. -Mrs. Wessel
While Morning Meeting is optional, we strongly encourage students to participate whenever possible!
Online learning offers wonderful flexibility, but students can miss some of the natural social interaction that happens throughout a traditional school day. Morning Meeting provides an important opportunity for students to connect with classmates, build friendships, interact with their teachers, and feel part of our CIO school community.
Parents and caregivers, please become familiar with your child's Morning Meeting days and times and encourage them to join when they can. Making Morning Meeting part of your family's regular routine is a great way to help your child stay connected socially while learning online.
How to Join Morning Meeting:
Students can find the Morning Meeting Google Meet link in their Google Classroom Stream. Simply open Google Classroom, go to the class Stream, and click the Join link for Morning Meeting.
Morning Meeting Schedule
- Grade K-1: with Ms. Hollmann Monday - Thursday @ 10:00 am
- Grade 4-8: with Mrs. Wessel Monday - Thursday @ 10:00 am
- Grade 2-3: with Ms. Hollmann Monday - Thursday @ 10:30 am
💻 What Does the Online Academic Advisor Do?
- 📊 Tracks Progress: Keeps an eye on grades, assignments, and course completion so we can step in early if a student begins to fall behind.
- 📚 Teaches Study Habits: Helps students manage their time, stay organized, and become successful, independent online learners.
- 🤝 Builds Connections: Provides opportunities for students to connect 1-on-1 and in small groups so they feel supported and connected in our online setting.
- 📣 Keeps Parents Updated: Serves as a point of contact between families, online teachers, and the school.
Ultimately, our goal is to make online learning supportive, organized, and focused on the growth and success of every student. 🌟
🌟 Ways Students Can Connect With Us
Mrs. Wessel and I will be offering several opportunities throughout the day for students to connect, ask questions, get help, or simply check in.
- ☀️ Morning Meetings
- 💻 Office Hours / Help Meets
- 🤝 Individual Student Support
Please don’t hesitate to reach out to either of us. We are here to help! ❤️
☀️ 7th & 8th Grade Morning Meeting
Monday–Thursday | 10:00–10:30 AM
Students can find the Morning Meeting link in their Google Classroom CIO 4–8 Advisory.
Simply open Google Classroom, go to the class Stream, and click the Join link for Morning Meeting.
💻 7th & 8th Grade Office Hours / Help Meet — Mrs. Wessel
Monday–Friday | 12:00–1:00 PM
Students can find the Office Hours link in their Google Classroom CIO 4–8 Advisory.
Simply open Google Classroom, go to the class Stream, and click the Join link.
💻 7th & 8th Grade Office Hours / Help Meet — Mrs. Hollmann
Monday–Friday | 1:00–2:00 PM
Students can find the Office Hours link in their Google Classroom Office Hours 26–27.
Simply open Google Classroom, go to the class Stream, and click the Join link.
We are excited to work with you and your students and are looking forward to a fantastic school year! 🎉💙
Please reach out anytime—we are here to support you!
Best,
Ms. Hollmann
hhollmann@c-ischools.org
763-691-6684
Let's Get Together to Celebrate our first month of School!
11:30am-12:00pm BRING A BAG LUNCH!!
12:00pm Start Mini golf Ice Cream Treat after golf
Cost to Student: $10 includes use of party room for lunch, mini golf, & an ice cream treat.
Destination: K & A Mini Golf and Ice Cream Shop located at 215 Opportunity Blvd N, Cambridge, MN 55008
🎉 Homecoming 2026 – Bluejacket Spirit Week!
Homecoming is coming! Join us September 28–October 2 as we celebrate Bluejacket pride with a week of dress-up days, ending with our Homecoming Tailgate Party on Friday. Participation in dress-up days is optional—we would love to see students join in the fun!
Homecoming Dress-Up Days
- Monday, September 28 – Pink Out Day
- Tuesday, September 29 – Hawaiian Day: Wear your favorite Hawaiian or tropical-themed clothing.
- Wednesday, September 30 – Cowboys & Cowgirls Day: Break out the western wear!
- Thursday, October 1 – Dress Your Best: Students dress like teachers, and teachers dress like students.
- Friday, October 2 – Bluejacket Spirit Day: Show your Bluejacket pride by dressing blue and red from head to toe!
🏈 Homecoming Tailgate Party – Friday, October 2
🏈 Homecoming Tailgate Party – Friday, October 2
Bring the whole family and help us celebrate Homecoming!
When: Friday, October 2, from 4:30–6:30 p.m.
Where: Cambridge-Isanti High School, Football Field EntranceCome enjoy food trucks, yard games, a bounce house, face painting, and more! It's a fun opportunity for our students, families, and community to come together and celebrate Homecoming and Bluejacket pride.
Go Bluejackets! ❤️💙
Picture of blocks that read "We are here to help." zoom_out_map Need help securing school supplies, backpacks, or outdoor gear for your child? Please don't hesitate to ask — we're here to help. Generous donors and local community businesses are stepping up to support Cambridge-Isanti students to kick off a great year. If you need support in getting resources for your family, please fill out this confidential form.
FastBridge Testing
Beginning Monday, September 21, CIO students will participate in FastBridge fall assessments. These assessments help us understand each student’s current skills in reading and math and identify areas where additional support or enrichment may be helpful.
Students should complete the assessments independently and do their best. Families can help by providing a quiet testing space with minimal distractions and encouraging students to take their time.
Grades 7–8: Students should watch for additional FastBridge testing instructions from their Math and ELA teachers.
Additional information about testing for other grade levels will be shared as we get closer to September 21.
