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January 2019










Monthly Newsletter










Issue 27





   


 News from Parkview: Service Learning


Parkview second graders look through the isle finding some cool gifts for Convalescent Center residents. 

Parkview Learning Center's second graders got the opportunity to learn about what it means to give to others this holiday season with their annual Service Learning project. Second grade students were asked to do chores at home to raise money to donate to our Service Learning project. Every year students raise money and go on a field trip to Target to buy gifts for the residents of the Virginia Convalescent Center.  Target is always very accommodating and the students love going there to buy gifts. The students also take the time to learn holiday songs and we take a trip to the Convalescent Center to spread holiday cheer, deliver our gifts and put on a small program for the residents. This is a great opportunity for our second grader students to not only spreads holiday cheer, but it also gives the students a chance to give to others who need and appreciate it. 


These two Parkview students are making sure they have just the right item to purchase and give away.



Parkview second graders sign loud and proud to the residents of the Virginia Convalescent Center helping to make their holiday season more joyful.


News from Roosevelt: Lazer Engraver 

"Here is what you do next..."

Mr Little's 4th Grade class went to work with Mr Foster, Industrial Tech Teacher in the High School, on making laser engraved ornaments. The students are making ornaments for Christmas gifts. Mr Foster went over the process of completing the project from start to finish. The Lazer Engraver machine cut very precise ornaments for everyone, then the students went on to sand them, and finish up with spraying a clear lacquer on them.


"Steady now....steady..."


News from the High School:  Oh, the Places You'll Go!

"Nervous for finger-printing?" 

Have you ever wished that you would have taken a day to research career options before diving into your chosen field? Have you ever wanted the option of asking questions of current students in the field?  Students in grades 10-12 at VHS recently had that opportunity by attending the annual Hibbing Community College Career Fair. Around thirty students took advantage of this all day event and were given the opportunity to learn more about specific careers such as diesel mechanics, law enforcement, engineering, healthcare and computers as well as learn what options are available at HCC. Even though sophomore, Sophie Albert, wasn't able to tour her chosen field of diesel mechanic, she said, "I'm glad I attended the field trip.  I most enjoyed learning about the options available at HCC." Junior, Colin Poitra, echoed her comments saying, "I enjoyed learning about the HVAC program. I didn't even know it existed on the Iron Range!" Both students are undecided on their college of choice, but HCC is certainly on their radar. While you or your child begin to look at colleges far and wide, don't forget to take advantage of college visits offered at VHS! Don't forget to look in our own backyard ~ you never know what career could be waiting just around the corner! 

FA-LA-LA!!

VHS students/staff warming up themselves and their voices while caroling.

On Friday, December 21st VHS students and staff took to the streets of Virginia for some good 'ole fashioned caroling. They caroled in the area surrounding the school, stopping at the Virginia Court House and neighboring homes. While this was an impromptu event, around 50 students chose to participate, helping to spread the holiday cheer. Junior Will Buggert enjoyed the event, despite the cold temperatures and hopes it can be expanded in the future. Community feedback was extremely positive, with court house workers in particular enjoying the caroling and embracing the idea of students getting into the community. Perhaps this will become an annual event, keep your eyes and ears open next December! 

    








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