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February 2017
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5th Gr. Kindness Retreat
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6pm CP Skate Night Centennial Lake
Staff Appreciation Luncheon
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Classroom
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4pm Parent Conferences/
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No School
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No School
Teacher In-Service Day
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Gr. 1/2 CP Field Trip
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T
asting Event
Pride Assembly
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4:30 pm Celebration of Culture
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March 2017
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Yearbook Order Deadline
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Gr. 4 Field Trip
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No School
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Fit Friday 8:15 am
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G
r. 1 Field Trip
Old Cahill
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Gr 1 Field Trip
Old Cahill
CS Choir Concert Parents 8:30 am
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*Gr.1 Field Trip
Old Cahill
Conferences 4pm
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Fit Friday 8:15 am
Tasting Event
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Book Fair
Science Fair
Art Gallery Walk
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Early Release
1:50pm
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No School
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27
No School
Spring Break
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No School
Spring Break
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No School
Spring Break
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No School
Spring Break
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No School
Spring Break
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Message From the Principal
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February 3, 2017
Countryside Against Hunger - What an Event - WOW!!
Today, Countryside students, staff and families spent the day packing food with ImpactLives. It was such a wonderful day and we are so proud of our Countryside Community for being a part of this important service work. Our students are fabulous. Our parent volunteers are outstanding. Our community volunteers have given their precious time. Our staff has guided the students in real-world learning experiences and those activities and discussions reach well beyond the preparations for today. And most importantly, our Countryside Community has made a difference for kids and families experiencing hunger!
Countryside Against Hunger Recap by the Numbers:
Here are a few facts about our efforts:
- Total Amount Raised - $13,150
- Number of Meals Packed - 59,832
- Countryside Students who have made a difference - 588
- Supportive Volunteers - 150+ (including parents, district level staff, community members)
- Fabulous Countryside Kids' Council Student Leaders
- Awesome Teacher/Staff Leaders - Megan Lindsay, Nathan Monseth, Molly Pool and Jason Banks
- Rockin' Parent Organizers - Melissa LeVeques-Piela and Shelly Fayard-Rerat
- Countryside and District 273 Staff - 85+
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The Calm Before The Storm!
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Countryside News & Announcements
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Congratulations to Countryside, The Recipient of an Edina Education Fund Educator Grant!
Thank you Margie Galvin, for your hard work in making this happen for all our kids!
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Margie Galvin-Project Based Learning in Kindgarten.
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Celebration of Cultures, February 28th
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The 2017 Countryside Celebration of Cultures is Coming up on Tuesday, February 28th, 4:30-7:00
The Celebration of Cultures is a unique, fun, free school party that celebrates the countries and cultures from around the world represented by our Countryside families. Participation is easy. Your
student(s) should have brought home a sign up form that should be completed and returned to school. A PDF version is in the purple box below. Then they can create a presentation featuring a country or state they've visited, are interested in or their ancestors are from. Have fun! Make it colorful and interesting!
How parents and families can volunteer/participate:
Day of event volunteers are needed. Click the link below to sign up for a shift:
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It's That Time of Year Again!
Look for the LifeTouch flyers coming home in school backpacks for instructions on how to order yearbooks online. Soft-sided yearbook pricing begins at $15.00 with additional options available as add-ons. Order deadline is March 1st. This is a great way to commemorate the year and a treasured space for kids to write memories to each other!
Online ordering is the only way to order yearbooks; no checks or cash can be accepted.
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The Spring Scholastic Book Fair is Coming!
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Ready for S'More reading?
In conjunction with the Countryside Science Fair, the Spring Scholastic Book Fair will be
Tuesday March 21st from 4-8pm. More details will be coming shortly, but we plan to have food trucks at school again this year to offer dinner for purchase. This is a great chance to get a jump start on summer reading lists, teacher thank you gifts and much more! We will also be collecting donations for All For Books again which supports literacy at our school and gives books to each of the Countryside Students on their birthday as well as supports those families in need in our community. Scholastic then matches our donation amounts with a donation to literacy programs across the country.
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Save the Date for the Science Fair!
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Tuesdsay, March 21st
5:30-7:30pm
Plans are underway for our annual Science Fair, set for March 21st. For now, start thinking about potential projects/presentations. Pick up a packet outside the Countryside office and check out the details. Stay tuned and mark your calendars!
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A Message From the Countryside Health Office
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When Should My Child
Stay Home From School?
In general, the following information is intended to help decide when a student should stay home:
- If a student has had a fever of 100 degrees or more, the student should stay home for 24 hours after the temperature returns to normal without fever reducing medication such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen.
- If a student has vomited or had diarrhea, the student should stay home until 24 hours after the last episode.
- If a student has had any rash that may be disease-related or the cause is unknown, check with your health care provider before sending the student to school.
- If a student is ill, please call the school daily to report the illness.
Health office Supply Requests:
New or gently used
Boys pants elastic waist size 6 -10
Boys underwear size 6-10
Girls socks- all sizes
Boys and Girls gloves and mittens
New tubes of Aquaphor
Baby wipes
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When there is ample snow on the ground we allow students to sled during outside recess. Teachers have reviewed the guidelines for safety with their students. Please take a moment to review them with your child also. In this way we will ensure the safety of all of our Countryside students as they enjoy this winter activity.
- Go on Designated "Runs" only - see the Orange Cones
- Only Countryside Sleds - One Person Per Sled
- Start Down the Hill only after the Path is Clear
- Always Return Sleds to the Top of the Hill
- Use the STEPS Only when Returning to the Top of the Hill
- Stay Warm and Dry - Wear Boots, Snow pants and Mittens
- Most of All - Have Fun, Be Careful and Enjoy Winter
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Wellness Committee Seeking Volunteers
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Tasting Events
The Countryside Wellness Committee is looking for volunteers to help with our monthly food tastings. Volunteers will help get the food ready to be sampled and then serve to students during their lunch hour. Volunteer slots open January-May.
Next Tasting event is Friday, February 24th.
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PTO News and Event Information
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Looking for cute Countryside apparel or water bottles?
Visit the PTO WEBSITE/MY SCHOOL ANYWHERE
: HERE
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Countryside Get Togethers
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Hey Countryside families! Were you unable to attend this year's Bash or didn't get a chance to purchase a spot to enjoy one of our fun Countryside Get Togethers (aka Hip Happenings)? Well, it's not too late! You still have a chance to buy spots for the following events:
3rd Grade Bowling Party at Park Tavern
1st Grade Sledding Party
7th Annual Oceans Spa Pedicure Night
Mama's Happy Shopping Event
Moms Night Out 50th & France
5th Grade Boys Sledding Party
Limited spots remain so check out the link below soon! It will take you our online store.
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Edina Ed Fund February Event
February 6th, 2017
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Cake Eaters' Cake-Off
Our annual Show & Tell Event has taken on a new twist. Join us for a casual morning of coffee, friendly conversation, an update on the impact our donor community has made to Edina Public Schools, and CAKE! (Edina apparel encouraged!)
This year, you have two event options to choose from to best fit your schedule.
Cake Eaters' Coffee, 7:30-8:30 or the Cake Eaters' Cake-Off, 9:30-11:00
Both events will feature updates on the amazing work funded by donors like you!
To register, go to http://www.edinaedfund.org/events/cake-eaters-cake/register/.
If you are interested in being a table captain, please email Afira Hasan at
[email protected]
or Kathy Sandvan at [email protected]
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Edina History Museum, "History of Edina"
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West Suburban Summer School
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Registration for WSSS Starts in February.
Summer
Offered through Intermediate District 287
Visit the West Suburban Summer School site and browse the catalog for summer course offerings. Carefully read the information about registering. If you find courses of interest, please carefully read and complete all parts of the application form below, including getting a teacher/specialist signature, before submitting it to ISD 287.
The Nomination Form is below. After you have faxed or mailed in the application form, you will receive an access code from Intermediate District 287 that will enable you to register online for classes.
The Edina School District does not run this program, so please direct questions to the contacts on the WSSS web page.
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Edina Lacrosse Spring/Summer Registration
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Register your child to play lacrosse this spring and summer with Edina Lacrosse! Registration will be open until Feb. 26. Girls in grades 3-5 and boys starting in Kindergarten are invited to join the fun. No prior experience necessary. For more information and to register, visit edinalacrosse.com.
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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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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.
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 services.
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5701 Benton Ave, Edina MN 55436
Office 952-848-4700
Attendance 952-848-4702
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