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November 4th, 2016
Message From the Principal/Countryside News/PTO Announcements
District News/Community News
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Message From the Principal
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November 4th, 2016
Greetings Countryside Families!
Construction News
Check out the link below to see the Construction Update in 80. Countryside is highlighted at the end and there are some great shots of our Countryside students signing the beam.
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Tracy Avenue Update - New Crossing Area - **Please Take Note**
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We are very excited about Tracy Avenue finally being re-opened. With this change comes the addition of another crosswalk leading from our school property to the neighborhood (at Countryside Road/Tracy Avenue).
- Beginning this afternoon, an adult will be assigned to assist students in making a safe crossing both before and after school.
- I have asked Edina Police to have a presence periodically over the next days/weeks as drivers in the area get used to this new crosswalk location.
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Also, as winter approaches, I will be in touch with the City of Edina regarding the maintenance of the street in this area, as there is a hill as drivers approach from the north. I want to make sure the condition of the road surface allows vehicles to stop well for our students.
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Thank you for your patience as we work out the logistics for this new crossing location.
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Countryside is a Polling Location - Tuesday, November 8
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Countryside Elementary will again serve as a polling location for Election Day next Tuesday. Voters will be accessing our school throughout the day. We have made plans for additional adult supervision to be in place at key entrances - Doors 1 and 2. Visitors to our building will not have access to classroom spaces and we will all be mindful of the safety and comfort of our students and staff as we go about our daily routine. In addition, staff will be parking offsite to make parking available for community members coming to vote.
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Turkey Bingo Prizes Needed - Nov. 22
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Our 13th Annual Turkey Bingo event is coming up at 2:45 on Tuesday, November 22nd and we are always in need of more prizes. We need to make sure that there is at least one prize for every student at Countryside! If you have anything you can donate, that would be awesome! We are looking for little trinkets, candy, toys, whatever you think kids might enjoy! Remember - one child's junk is another's treasure! Any donations should be sent to school and teachers will route them to our collection point. Thank you in advance and Gobble, Gobble!
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Dressing for Minnesota Weather
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With our unpredictable fall/winter weather upon us, I would like to remind students that they should come dressed appropriately for changing weather conditions. Students will go outside for noon recess unless it is raining or the temperature or wind chill is below zero (BRRRR, let's hope that doesn't happen for a while).
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There are so many exciting projects underway in the district. For details and timelines of all of the district's construction projects, visit
HERE
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Taking Good Care of Our Fabulous School
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Taking Good Care of our Fabulous School
Teachers have been having conversations with their classes recently about our Countryside Pride Values and how they connect with how we show respect for the people at Countryside and the building itself. We have had lots of unfortunate situations recently when students are not making good choices in and around the building, particularly as it relates to restroom etiquette. I am sad to report that we have had lots of reports of students urinating on the floor in the restrooms, rather than in the toilets or urinals. If parents have the opportunity to discuss this topic or to encourage their students to let the adults at school know right away if they are aware of it happening, that will help us bring a halt to this situation. Thank you in advance for having some tough conversations.
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More Countryside New
s & Announcements
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November
Countryside BASH 11/4
TONIGHT
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Picture Retakes 11/10
Book Fair 11/15 (8am-8pm)
Countryside Choir Concert 11/16 (9:30am)
NO SCHOOL 11/23-11/25
Kindergarten 2017 Info Night 11/29
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Important Announcement from Lifetouch
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Dear Countryside Elementary Parents or Guardians,
It has come to our attention that some families may not have received their child's picture package. Due to a technical issue, we have some orders that were not released and we are working to resolve this issue.
We apologize for any inconvenience this has caused.
If you have not received notice about your child's portrait at this time, please contact your Lifetouch Rep. Nancy Hanson at 612-219-6616. Please contact Nancy prior to the November 10th re-take date.
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Lifetouch Picture Re-take: November 10th
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Students that are participating in retakes due to an absence or new to Countryside since Oct. 5th should complete a form that can be found in the front office.
All other students retaking should return their packets... a picture form is not needed.
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Shelly Boyum-Breem Author Visit Enjoyed by All!
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Parent-Teacher Conferences/Family Engagement for 2016-2017
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Parent-Teacher Conferences/Family Engagement for 2016-17
Parent-Teacher Conferences have a new look this year. As in previous years, all Families will have two (2) conference times during the school year, and for most grade levels, the first conferences took place in September and October. Moving forward, parents will be meeting with teachers on the following schedule: Kindergarten - November 3, 10 and 17 Grades K-5 - Monthly office hours (5:00-6:00 PM) o November 17 plus Kindergarten 4:00-8:00 - Nov. 3, 10 and 17 grade 1 - 4:00-7:00 PM o December 15 o January 19 o February 16 o March 16 o April 20 o May 18 ***Parents will now have an opportunity to choose their second formal conference time based on the needs of each family. Classroom teachers will publish four time slots on their websites for each date listed above. Parents should plan to choose ONE date/time between November and May for their second conference. As always, please contact your child's teacher if you have a pressing topic that needs to be addressed outside the usual conference times.
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The lost but found area is OVERFLOWING!
Please have your student check for
personal items.... Thank you!
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Scholastic Book Fair November 15th 8am-8pm
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Save the Date Mateys!
The Scholastic Book Fair is November 15th, 8am-8pm
Motivate your kids to read More!
We need volunteers to help decorate,
Set-up and take down the fair.
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Dear Countryside Parents/Guardians,
The Physical Education teachers, along with the Minnesota Timberwolves and Minnesota Lynx are teaming up together again to get kids more physically active outside of school with
GET FIT thourgh November 18th!
Please click
here
for additional information!
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Edina Public Schools Partner with Fraser
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Fraser is one of the largest and most experienced providers of children's mental and behavioral health services in the Twin Cities
. Fraser is partnering with Edina Public Schools to provide school based mental health services for students in kindergarten through 5th grade starting the 2016-2017 school year. This partnership is designed to meet the social, emotional and behavioral needs of children and their families.
As this partnership begins, Fraser will be providing services at Creek Valley and Countryside elementary schools, with the intention of increasing services to pre-kindergarten and all elementary schools within the district over subsequent academic years.
If you have concerns about your child and wish to pursue Fraser services, or have questions, please speak with the school psychologist (Jake Mathiason) or social worker (Sarah Tuma) at your child's elementary school for more information. They will guide you through the next steps for accessing Fraser servicesl
For additional information please click
HERE
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Morgan Hannafin, 1st Grade Teacher
5 Five Fun Facts About Morgan!
1. I love dogs! My family has a 10lb. and 80 lb. dog.
2. I am a big Vikings fan...SKOL!
3. I grew up in Edina and graduated from EHS.
4. My grandpa is Matt of "Matt's Bar" (home of the juicy lucy)
5. I love to cook!
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Pam Rogers, Classroom Assistant, CP
5 Fun Facts About Pam!
1. I love to bake cookies and pies.
2. I love to hike in BWCA.
3. I love to fish with a red/white bobber and worms!
4. I was born and raised in Edina.
5. I have 2 amazing sons, both went to Countryside!
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Media Center Volunteers Needed
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PLEASE CONSIDER VOLUNTEERING!
Contact Kathy Koepp, Media Specialist, with any questions at
[email protected]
Click
HERE for volunteer sign up!
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PTO News & Event Information
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Countryside Bash Friday, November 4th
*TONIGHT!
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Our annual fall fundraiser, The Countryside Bash, will be
TONIGHT
, November 4th at Interlachen Country Club in Edina. This fun night out for parents is a great way to support Countryside and includes a silent and live auction, great food, live music, games and more!
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Countryside Apparel and Water Bottles
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Looking for cute Countryside apparel or water bottles for your child? It's now available online through My School Anywhere! Place orders online and pick up at one of two pick-up dates - 10/28 or 12/9 after school. We will also have a table at the Book Fair in the after-school hours. *All items are subject to availability
PTO WEBSITE/MY SCHOOL ANYWHERE
:
HERE
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Fall 2016 Resources Available to the Community
Weekend Back Pack Food Program-The Sheridan Story
Thanksgiving Baskets from the Rotary, request deadline 11/11
VEAP Holiday Toy Program, begining 11/3
Edina Community Education Enrichment
Click HERE for more detailed information on these amazing programs listed and important deadline dates
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Edina PNC Presents: Stereotypes and Healthy Gender Indentity
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Monday, November 14th, 2016
Edina Performing Arts Center (EPAC),
Edina High School
7-9 PM FREE!
Click HERE for more information
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Attendance Policy Reminders
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The District recently revised and simplified its attendance policy to better align with state statute. Some of the changes you will want to note are:
VACATIONS. Vacations will be counted as unexcused absences UNLESS parents fill out a
"Planned Absence" form.
TARDIES
. Students arriving to school more than one hour late will be marked absent for a half-day.
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Edina Resource Center is here to help -
The Edina Resource Center (ERC), a partnership between the City of Edina, Edina Public Schools and the community, is your connection to information resources and services. It is a free and confidential service to those that live, work or go to school in Edina. If you or someone you know is in need of a resource, please contact the ERC for assistance.
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OPPORTUNITY: Free Food Every Weekend
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Through a partnership between our school, the community, and an organization called
The Sheridan Story,
you have the opportunity to sign your child up to receive a free bag of non-perishable food each Friday.
Enrollment is now open!
Please sign the permission slip HERE to join the program
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If you have any questions, please contact the school Family and Community Liaison.
School Contact: Sarah Tuma, Social Worker
Phone: 952-848-4767
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We love it when parents join their children for lunch here at school. As you make plans to be here, please keep a few things in mind:
- Always stop in the office to sign in and obtain a visitor's badge.
- If you are purchasing a school lunch, please call the Countryside kitchen at 952-848-4737 by 9:30AM on the day you are coming to make your "reservation." This is important for planning purposes in our kitchen.
- Remember - We are a "Soda Free" zone. Thank you in advance for being a good role model for our students
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