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December 21, 2016

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Winter Break
NO SCHOOL

Dec.  23rd- Jan.  2 nd

School resumes on January 3 rd


CRE Office will be closed during the Winter Break


Parent Education Article
Holiday Thanks!
During this holiday season, we are grateful for the privilege to partner with you and work with your children each and every. We thank you for the trust you have in our school and wish you the best this holiday season!

Culture Night
January 26, 6:00p.m. - 8:00p.m.
This annual event is great for the entire community but we can't do it without your help! Please see the attached flyer seeking support for this event. We will have cultural presentations and gallery walks, ethnic food tasting, and a fashion show celebrating the multiple cultures represented in our school! Click here for more details.

PE - News and Information
This month the students participated in a basketball unit.  During this unit, students worked on dribbling, passing, shooting, and lay-ups.  The week before break the students will be participating in a variety of fun-filled games.  When we return from break, the students will be starting a gymnastics unit.  Please leave all jewelry at home during this unit, and girls that have long hair, we would appreciate it if they pulled their hair back so it's away from their face. 
 
Jump Rope for Heart is right around the corner.  We will be kicking it off as soon as we return from break (January 3rd & 4th).  If you'd like to get a head start with the fundraising, the on-line portion is now open.  Below is a message from the American Heart Association:
 
The American Heart Association's goal is to improve the cardiovascular health of Americans.  They will challenge our kids to start living a healthy lifestyle now to prevent problems later; and give them an opportunity to participate in a service learning project that funds the fight against heart diseases and stroke - #1 and #5 cause of death in our country. 
 
Any student who registers using our school link and raises at least $150.0 online BEFORE the kick off presentation will be honored at the kick off and receive Momma Gabby. (Please note:  Baby Gus is earned at the $200 level and will come separately post event)  All donations must be received by 6pm the day before the kick off in order to receive Momma Gabby.  Please follow this link and 3 easy steps to get started.

Step 2: Click "Join Team" at the bottom of the page
Step 3: Register and send emails

Please join us in teaching our students the importance of being heart healthy for life!

Finally, with the winter months here, we are finding more and more students wearing boots to class.  Please remind your student that if they wear boots to school, that they need to have a pair of tennis shoes either left in their locker area or kept in their backpacks so they have shoes to wear during class.  Speaking of shoes, we are looking for a few pairs of shoes to be donated.  If you have a pair of gently used shoes (especially size 6) that your child no longer wears (please no holes), we would love to have them.  Thank you in advance. 
 
We wish you and your family the best this holiday season!
 
Sincerely,
 
Jon Nydahl and Wendy Ryun


If school is canceled, know where to get trusted information
If school is canceled, know where to get trusted information.   If weather changes the school day, it's important to know where to find accurate and up-to-date information. Learn more about the ways Eastern Carver County Schools communicates with you:   http://tiny.cc/112info .


Winter weather is here. Are you getting district text messages?
You have to change your preferences in Campus Portal. Go to http://tiny.cc/text112 to learn how.

Calling all three year-olds!
Between the ages of 3 and 4, developmental screening can detect possible health or learning concerns so that your child can get help before they start kindergarten.  Early Childhood Screening is offered FREE for children living in our district and is required before your child starts kindergarten. Schedule your screening appointment at  http://tiny.cc/Screening or call 952-556-7144.


Kindergarten registration deadline is fast approaching  
Kindergarten registration deadline is fast approaching
Kindergarten registration is due Jan 15. Act now to ensure your student is ready to start the school year. Find registration information here:   http://tiny.cc/KinderPage. 


YOU ARE INVITED    
Parent Education Night
"United For Independence" January 24, 2017 
The Special Education Department in collaboration with the Special Education Advisory Council is excited to offer Parent Education Night, "United for Independence."  This will take place on January 24, 2017.  We look forward to partnering with our parents and guardians to support student success! There will be a variety of educational sessions offered for parents to choose from.  Additionally, there will be opportunities for all ages of children including; childcare, a Sibling Social Fun Opportunity, and  Student Activities for grades  6th through 12+  where students will be able to experience career hands on activities.  Attached is the flyer for the event along with registration information.
 
 
Thank you! We look forward to seeing and collaborating with you at this fantastic event!
 
Lynne Patterson, Ed.S.
Eastern Carver County Schools
Specialized Education Services Professional Development Coordinator
District Education Center | 11 Peavey Road, Chaska, Minnesota 55318
(952)-556-6177 |www.district112.org


Looking for after-school activities for your elementary student?
Find oodles of options through Community Education programs, which are offered right in your child's school! Learn more at: http://tiny.cc/CEelem1617