Snail Mail
An e-newsletter from Snail Lake Kindergarten Center
Red Robin Fundraiser
Craving a burger and want to help our school? Then join us any time on Wednesday, November 18 at Red Robin in Shoreview. Kids eat free on Wednesdays at Red Robin! Families may dine in or order take out. Just show the flier or mention the Snail Lake fundraiser and 20% of your order will be donated to the Snail Lake PTO! Come eat with your friends and family while also supporting our school!
School Board Member Appointment
Congratulations to Jim DeMay on his election to the Minnesota House of Representatives for District 36A! At the November 10 School Board meeting, the Board accepted his resignation as state law prohibits a state legislator from simultaneously holding another public office under Minnesota’s authority. Learn more about the process the Board will use to appoint a new member here.
Access to Classrooms and Learning Spaces
The classrooms, learning spaces, and library within the building are off-limits to guests unless you have a scheduled appointment with a teacher. If you are dropping off or picking up your student from YCARE or an after-school activity, please keep this in mind. We appreciate your partnership!
Ralph Reeder Foodshelf
This holiday season, the Ralph Reeder Food Shelf is here to support you with our regular food selection alongside a special expanded variety of Thanksgiving and holiday favorites. Please schedule an appointment to pick up some extra food support for your holiday meals. Visit ralphreederfoodshelf.org to learn more.
Help prevent spread of illness
Respiratory illness season is around the corner. And this is a great time for us to be reminding ourselves and our children about the healthy hygiene habits that keep us healthy!
Wash hands frequently for 20 seconds.
Cover coughs and sneezes with an elbow.
Stay home when sick.
Get plenty of rest, stay hydrated, and eat nutritious foods.
Clean frequently touched surfaces.
For guidance on when to keep your child home , visit Is My Child Well Enough to Go to School?.
Our Health Office staff are always available to answer questions and support students who become ill during the school day. Thank you for helping keep our school community healthy!
The Book Fair is Coming!
In case you missed it, there is still time to visit the book fair.
The book fair will be held in Room 102 on the evenings of:
Tuesday, November 17th 4:00 - 7:3pm
Thursday, November 19th 4:00- 7:30pm
Holiday Matching Challenge
Make twice the impact this holiday season. The Ralph Reeder Food Shelf Holiday Matching Challenge is back with an unprecedented $200,000 match. Every new donation made through December 31 will be matched dollar for dollar, doubling your support for local families. Give today and help make the most of this incredible matching opportunity!
Farm to School Thursdays
This Farm to School Thursday, students enjoyed cheese curds from Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery and potatoes from Hugh’s Garden. Cheese provides calcium to help build strong bones, while potatoes provide potassium, an essential nutrient.
School Talk
The fall issue of School Talk will arrive in mailboxes soon. Inside, see what measures of achievement matter the most to Minnesotans and to Mounds View Public Schools. Also inside, see school spotlights, staffing updates and more. Flip through the electronic version on our website.
Apply for Educational Benefits
Mounds View Public School District participates in the Minnesota Free School Meals Program. All students are offered one breakfast and one lunch meal at no cost each day at school.
Although no application is required to receive this meal benefit, filling out the Application for Educational Benefits is still important and households need to apply for Educational Benefits each school year. Families who qualify are eligible for many great benefits, such as reduced (or free) fees on sports and activities, college application fees, transportation, community programs and more. Complete your application here.
Library News
It is almost Thanksgiving break! Next week all students will borrow two books from the library to read over break. Please make sure both books are returned when school resumes.
Questions? Contact the library at krispen.lam@mvpschools.org