Classes for summer 2021 and fall 2021 are open for registration at the Early Learning Center. Our summer session includes many preschool camps and classes, including Book Buddies. And there are still spots available for preschool next fall, along with ECFE classes, parent education and sibling care opportunities.
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Milestones
Congratulations to Megan Gallenberger, Countryside Grade 1 EVA teacher, on the recent birth of her daughter, Lindsay Edith.
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Join EPS Staff of Color/Racial-Ethnic Minority Group
Do you identify yourself as a person of color or belong to a racial-ethnic minority group? Are you looking for opportunities to connect with other staff of color in the district? Then this group is for you! The purpose of our group is to develop relationships, learn more about our ethnic and racial backgrounds, support each other, and partner with our district to organize ethnic-racial awareness and equity initiatives. To join our group, please complete this form.
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Saliva testing and reporting - Monday, March 15
The next opportunity for EPS employees to participate in COVID saliva testing is Monday, March 15.
These test events are designed to screen for positive but asymptomatic COVID cases. If you have COVID symptoms, you should NOT come to the district to be tested, rather go to one of the state testing sites. Also, it is important to know that even if you have been vaccinated, you should continue to participate in the saliva screening tests as it is still possible to carry and shed the virus.
Test results are private and will come directly to you. If you receive positive test results you must notify your supervisor and begin isolating yourself immediately. Saliva testing is available every other Monday.
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Remember: Nothing to drink (coffee, water, soda), eat, smoke or chewing gum 30 minutes prior to the test
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Bring your device with a camera to log into your Vault Health account and to scan the bar code on your vial.
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All teachers, teacher aids, as well as those working within public or private school systems in Minnesota (pre-k through university settings) can make free reservations to visit the Arboretum by calling 612-624-2200, and reserve a specific one-time visit from March 1-31. They’ll be emailed a ticket to show at the gatehouse, along with their employee ID.
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Two Edina High School senior Global Scholars, Aashna Kumar and Emma Johnson, won Exceptional Ministerial Delegates awards at the Model G20® Youth Leadership Summit, which took place February 12-20.
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Edina High School senior Haley Reeck has been named the 2021 Athena Award recipient. Haley plays varsity soccer and lacrosse and is a captain on both teams. She will be honored by the Minneapolis Athena Banquet committee along with other metro Athena recipients this spring.
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Devarsh Borah, an eighth grader at Valley View Middle School (VVMS), took first place in the middle school division with his video submission for the Minnesota Urban Debate League and Star Tribune-sponsored essay/video competition on criminal justice reform.
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Nominations are now open for the Edina Chamber of Commerce 2021 Teacher of the Year award. Through its Education Committee, the Edina Chamber wishes to recognize local teachers for their significant contributions in education and work with future leaders. Through the annual Teacher of the Year Award, a teacher who exemplifies creativity, enthusiasm, commitment and development of a positive learning environment will be honored.
Nominees must be a teacher in the Edina Public Schools to be eligible for this award and should be a teacher who goes “above and beyond” in the classroom. Anyone can nominate a teacher for the award. Nominations must be submitted by April 1, 2021. Call the Chamber office at 952-806-9061 with any questions.
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Today is the last day to register your fourth grader signed up for fifth grade orchestra or band. Edina music programs are available to all students. Any family in need of financial assistance can use a school instrument provided by an Edina Give and Go scholarship. Registration is all online this year, so fill out the virtual registration form with your child before Friday, March 12.
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Links to important COVID resources
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Edina Public Schools is hiring
Check the EPS employment page to find open positions in a variety of fields. Today's featured vacancy: Night Lead Custodian at South View Middle School, full time with benefits. Call 952-848-4015 for more information. Apply here!
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Next Regular School Board Meeting: Monday, April 12, 7 p.m. |
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Highlights from March 8 School Board meetings:
At the Work Session, the Board reviewed the following:
- Superintendent Profile developed by School Exec Connect
- Updates to the Comprehensive Literacy Plan Guiding Change Document
- Student COVID testing protocols
At the Regular Board meeting, the Board approved the following:
- 2020-21 Revised Budget
- 2021-22 Budget Realignment Plan
- School Programming for 2021-22, including addition of one K section of French immersion, complete online provider accreditation application with MDE, and continuance of EVA as a learning pathway in fall 2021.
Regular Meetings and Board Work Sessions are posted in the Agenda and Minutes section of the School Board Meetings page three days prior to the meeting. Meeting agendas, dates and times are subject to change. (Click the Bookmark icon on the far upper right of the PDF to navigate through the document.)
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Dates and full agendas for Regular Meetings and Board Work Sessions are posted in the Agenda and Minutes section of the School Board Meetings page three days prior to the meeting. Meeting agendas, dates and times are subject to change. (Click the Bookmark icon on the far upper right of the PDF to navigate through the document.)
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Board meetings are virtual
Due to COVID conditions, the School Board is currently using a virtual format for its meetings. Board members attend meetings virtually. Members of the public may submit comments to be read at meetings, and view meetings via live stream. Visit the School Board Meetings page of the website for more information and links.
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News from Nutrition Services |
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New entrée option provides opportunity to try new foods
Food and Nutrition Services has added a new entrée option for elementary and EVA students: Build Your Own Pizza Kits! Each week, students will receive a pizza kit with a new topping ingredient to promote trying new foods.
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*Change to Elementary Schools Calendar:
Friday, March 26: Conference Day/At Home Learning Day for Students
Mar. 29 - Apr. 2: Spring Break
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