Important School Information Enclosed School Starts September 7Th, 2021
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INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 309 Non-Profit Organization 301 Huntsinger Ave PARK RAPIDS, MN 56470 Park Rapids, MN 56470 IMPORTANT SCHOOL INFORMATION ENCLOSED SCHOOL STARTS SEPTEMBER 7TH, 2021 BACK TO SCHOOL 2021 Dear Park Rapids Area Parents, IN THIS ISSUE: Every year during this time, I become excited for the “beginning” of a new school year. When September 7th pops up on the calendar, school will be in session and In Person! Undoubtedly, most of us view the start of a new *Board of Education year, especially in these times, with a range of emotions. But one important *Activities Information thing to keep in mind is that the start of the school year is truly a new beginning for all, even in the time of Covid. *School Calendar As I reflect on the past year, and in anticipation of beginning a new, I am *Food Service Program truly excited about the direction of Park Rapids Area Schools. The vision *Health Department of the district to continually strive for innovation and creativity is ever changing the landscape of our educational opportunities and programs for *Transportation children. As forward thinkers we need to continue to focus on providing a *School Age Childcare/Century range of learning experiences that will challenge our children and Adventures ultimately prepare each one for the competitive and transformational world in which we live now, and into the future. *Community Education This Fall will bring challenges for all of us. The district and building level *Panther Prowl Store teams worked hard to put safe plans together for the return of students and *Asbestos & Pesticide & Indoor staff. The health, safety and providing the best possible educational Air Quality Information opportunities for all students, staff and families is the primary goal. *PR Education & Activities With every new beginning, there will be questions and suggestions. I Foundation encourage students, parents and community members to contact the school should there be a need. Park Rapids Area Schools look forward to working *K12 Accident Insurance with you this school year. 2021-2022 is going to be a year to remember, *K12 Payment Center with high expectations for all in preparing today’s learners for tomorrow’s challenges! *ParentVue Sincerely, Facebook, Instagram & Twitter: Follow Us for ISD 309 School News Free and reduced lunch applications have been mailed to you. Please take the time to fill out this application and return it in the prepaid envelope provided. The application can also be accessed through the district District Administrative Offices website or by contacting Kim Splett at 237-6500. 301 Huntsinger Ave Please complete the Application for Education Benefits Park Rapids, MN 56470 online at lunchapplication.com Phone 218-237-6500 www.parkrapids.k12.mn.us Important Notes and Updates for the 21-22 School Year • On September 1st, Open House for Elementary and Middle School is 4:30pm-6pm, High School is 5:30pm-7:00pm. • On September 7th, our Freshman will be present for classes ONLY, then on September 8th all High School students (grades 9-12) will return. • Park Rapids school board has adopted an e-learning plan that provides up to 5 digital or e-learning days due to inclement weather. These are instructional days on which no students in the school attend at the school site, but all students are required to participate in instruction online, by email, chat, or phone. You will be notified about e- learning days on or before the day of inclement weather. • Enclosed in your packet you will find the 2021-2022 Ethnic and Racial Demographic Designation Form and Student Digital Equity Survery. Once filled out this form should be returned to your child’s school in the office. You can also send the forms to Kim Splett, 301 Huntsinger Ave, Park Rapids, MN 56470. It can be sent back with your student as well in an envelope that is to Kim’s attention. • All volunteers who have direct unsupervised student contact, who accompany students off campus, who are responsible for working with students on campus, but outside the regular classroom structure will need to have a current background check on file with the District Office. If you need a background check please contact Marie Skoblik at 218-237-6508. Important Dates for the 21-22 School Year • 9/01 Open House for all grades • 9/07 School begins • 9/07 Grade 9 only report to High School • 9/08 Grades 9-12, all High School students are present • 9/08 First Day of VPK Preschool (4 year olds) • 9/10 High School Picture Day • 9/23 Elementary Picture Day • 9/24 Middle School Picture Day • 10/18 High School Band/Choir Concert • 12/13 High School Choir Concert • 4/25 High School Band Concert • 5/11 High School Choir Concert • 5/27 Last day of School • 5/29 Graduation PTA will hold their Book Fair’s in person this year. Please watch for information regarding book fairs from your child’s teacher, on the school website, or on our Facebook site. Board Of Education School Board Meetings School board meetings are generally held the first and third Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the Frank White Meeting Room, 301 Huntsinger Ave., Park Rap ids. The first meeting will be a working meeting or dis cussion meeting and the second meeting will be busi ness oriented. The public is welcome to attend. Board agendas, minutes and the meeting schedule are on the District 309 website at www.parkrapids.k12.mn.us. With proper notice the meeting schedule is subject to change. Meeting minutes and notice of change are pub lished in the legal notice of the Enterprise and posted · on the district website. Any questions, individual concerns or problems can be directed to the classroom teacher, the principal, the business manager, the superintendent, or the school board. School Board Members Sherry Safratowich, Chair Clayton Hoyt, Director Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Home# 7328026 Home# 2377170 Dana Kocka, Director Jay Pike, Director Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Home# 2554438 Home# 2371493 Stephanie Carlson, Clerk Dennis Dodge, Treasurer Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Home# 5733874 Home # 5733238 Leadership Team Jill Dickinson, Community Education Director Lance Bagstad, Superintendent Alan Vanderstad, Facilities Director Kent Fritze, Business Manager Todd Kumpula, Network Systems Coordinator Jeffrey Johnson, High School Principal Cindy Leach, Transportation Director Mike LeMier, Elementary Principal JT Clark, Food Service Supervisor Shawn Andress, Middle School Principal Eva Pohl, PAWN Special Education Director 301 Huntsinger Ave Park Rapids, MN 56470 218-237-6600 www.parkrapidscomed.com Did you know we offer all of this? YOUTH: Hands on Creative Classes Recreational Sports Science Technology Engineering Math (STEM) Opportunities School Age Childcare/Century Adventures: Kindergarten-5th Grade 3:00-5:30 PM, Monday-Friday & Early Out Days, Non-School Days EARLY CHILDHOOD: Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) Early Childhood Screening Parent/Child Classes School Readiness & VPK Preschool ADULTS: DIY Classes—Art, Cooking, Fly Fishing, Jewelry Making, Sewing Defensive Driving—Initial & Refresher Courses Informational—Alzheimer's, CPR, History Fitness Classes—Body Blast Express, Walking, Yoga Trips—Day Excursions and Extended Travel Find Us On Facebook—Park Rapids Community Ed Open 24/7 Online @ www.parkrapidscomed.com Fan Store—Let Your Spirit Roar! Baby Items, Bags, Hats, Hoodies, Jackets, Polos, Sweatshirts, Sweatpants, T-Shirts, Workout Gear, & More! Items in sizes Baby-Adult 2021-2022 ANNUAL ASBESTOS NOTIFICATION As a result of federal legislation (Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act- AHERA), each primary and secondary school in the nation is required to complete a stringent inspection for asbestos and to develop a plan of management for all asbestos-containing building materials. Park Rapids School District has a goal to be in full compliance with this law and is following the spirit, as well as, the letter of the law. As a matter of policy, the district shall continue to maintain a safe and healthful environment for our community’s youth and employees. In keeping with this legislation, all buildings (including portables and support buildings) owned or leased by Park Rapids School District were inspected by an EPA accredited inspector and samples were analyzed by an independent laboratory. Based on the inspection, the school prepared and the state approved a comprehensive management plan for handling the asbestos located within its buildings safely and responsibly. Furthermore, Park Rapids School District has completed the 3-Year Re-inspections required by AHERA. Our district buildings, where asbestos containing materials were found, are under repair, removal and Operations and Maintenance. This past year, Park Rapids School District conducted the following with respect to its asbestos containing building materials: * Continued our Operations and Maintenance Program * Completed six-month periodic inspections * A 3-year re-inspection was completed and all materials are in good condition. Federal law requires a periodic walk-through (called “surveillance”) every six months of each area containing asbestos. MacNeil Environmental, Inc will accomplish this under contract. Short-term workers (outside contractors-i.e., telephone repair workers, electricians, and exterminators) must be provided information regarding the location of asbestos in which they may come in contact. All short- term workers shall contact the head custodian in the building before commencing work to be given this information. Park Rapids School District has a list of the locations and types of asbestos containing materials found in each school building and the description and timetable for their proper management. Century School is free of asbestos. The Frank White and High School buildings only have asbestos located in areas students do not have access to.