FAMILY HANDBOOK 2017-18 Back-to-School Information and Resources CONTENTS SUPERINTENDENT’S MESSAGE 4| Family Information Welcome to the 2017-18 school year! 6| Health and Wellness Communications I am excited to join you as the new superintendents and welcome you 8| to a new school year. Following a very busy summer of construction, 10| Food & Nutrition students and staff at seven district sites will return to new learning and activity spaces. These spaces support new curriculum and 12| Family Involvement refined programming geared toward creating personalized learning experiences for all students. This work represents significant 14| Calendar advancement of the Next Generation of Edina Public Schools strategic plan – and the work continues as construction at the remaining sites is already underway or in final planning stages. 16| Early Release/Late Start To help you prepare for the year, we provide this annual Family Handbook full of important information. Community Education 17| Please read about immunization requirements, financial assistance resources and important district Educational Benefits policies. Also look for information on district services and programs, communications, ways for you to be 18| involved, and other information that can be a resource for you throughout the year. 21| Student Info Release I have enjoyed my first days as the district’s new superintendent and look forward to meeting many more 22| Health Insurance families in the coming days and weeks. Together we will work to ensure a productive and inspiring school year for all students and their success in years to come. 23| Immunizations Warmest regards, Salaan diirran, Saludos calurosos, John W. Schultz, Ph.D., Superintendent BACK TO SCHOOL [email protected] SCHOOL STARTS SEPT. 5/6

Classroom assignments and bus route information will be available STUDENT RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES HANDBOOK on the parent portal at 8 a.m. on the A safe, secure and welcoming learning environment is essential to helping our students be successful following days: learners. EPS has developed comprehensive policies and procedures that define student rights and responsibilities and ensure a positive learning environment. These expectations are outlined in the Aug. 16 - Valley View Middle School Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook, which includes information regarding: Aug. 21 - All elementary schools Aug. 24 - South View Middle School • Attendance • Homework Aug. 31 - Edina High School • Technology Use • Student Discipline policy • Field Trips and Travel • Bus Rider responsibilities Please check district and school websites for more information. • Grading and Reporting • And more The full Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook is available online at edinaschools.org/students. Wednesday, August 16 Families may also request a copy from their school office. School staff will review the handbook with Get Connected Day, Valley View students at the beginning of the school year, while parents/guardians are also asked to review the Thursday, August 24 handbook with their child(ren) at home. Get Connected Day, South View Please check parent and student resource pages of the district website for a translated version of the Friday, August 25 Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook. Open House, Highlands

Tuesday, August 29 Fadlan fiiri bogga waalidka Gr. 9 & 10 Get Connected Day, EHS iyo khayraadka ardayga Wednesday, August 30 bogga internetka ee degmada BACK TO SCHOOL Gr. 11 & 12 Get Connected Day, EHS turjumaada buuga Xuquuqda iyo CHECKLIST Mas’uuliyadaha Ardayga. Thursday, August 31 o Be sure EPS has your current Open House: Concord, Cornelia, family contact information Countryside, Creek Valley, Por favor revise las páginas de o Check your child’s lunch account Normandale recursos de los estudiantes del in FeePay sitio del distrito para una versión o Confirm your child’s immunization information is up to date Tuesday, September 5, 2017 traducida del Instructivo de los First Day of School: Grades 1-12 o Attend your school’s Open House Derechos y Responsabilidades de or Get Connected Day Wednesday, September 6, 2017 los Estudiantes. First Day of School: Kindergarten, and Early Learning Center The mission of Edina Public Schools, working in partnership with the family and the community, is to educate all individuals to be responsible, lifelong learners who possess the skills, knowledge, creativity, sense of self- worth, and ethical values necessary to thrive in a rapidly changing, culturally diverse, global society.

EQUITY TEAM CONNECTS FAMILIES WITH SCHOOL Edina Public Schools believes every student should have equal access to educational opportunities. And we know that parent and family involvement with school contributes to student success. As the diversity of our schools and community grows, we give attention to the unique needs of students and families of diverse backgrounds, cultures and languages to ensure they have equal access to information and opportunities to engage at their student’s school and in the district overall.

The district’s equity team includes an Equity and Inclusion Specialist who works to promote and sustain an environment of inclusion district-wide. Three Cultural Liaisons focus on engaging and supporting students and families of Spanish-speaking, Somali and South Asian cultures. The equity team works closely with staff and administration, providing training and insight into issues of racial and cultural diversity and inclusion.

The district also provides translation and interpretation services to meet families’ language needs at school and with district-related programs or communications. More information and resources about translation and interpretation, visit the district website at edinaschools.org/equity

Abdul Abdullahi Blanca Díaz de Leon Albert McGee Priya Rao Somali Cultural Liaison Spanish-speaking Cultural Liaison Equity & Inclusion Specialist South Asian Cultural Liaison [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 952-848-4051. 952-848-4052 952-848-4215 952-848-7327

TRANSLATION, INTERPRETATION SERVICES AVAILABLE

The 2017-18 Family Handbook is available in Spanish and Somali on the district website at edinaschools.org/familyhandbook.

Buugga Qoyska 2017-18 waxaa lagu heli karaa af Isbaanish / Soomaali barta Internetka ee waxbarashadda degmada edinaschools.org/familyhandbook

El manual para la familia 2017-2018 está disponible en español en la página de internet del distrito en edinaschools.org/familyhandbook.

If you would like language assistance with a message you have received; an interpreter for a school meeting, conference or phone call; or want to know more about the district’s translation and interpretation services, please contact our Student Enrollment Center at: [email protected] or 952-848-4585.

3 FAMILY INFORMATION

BACK-TO-SCHOOL INFORMATION EMPLOYEE BACKGROUND CHECKS Over the next several weeks you will receive additional In accordance with Minnesota State Statutes, all information on specific schools, programs and services, applicants who have been offered a position with the including individual school information. school district must complete a criminal background Classroom assignments and bus route information will be check as part of the process for determining employment. available on the parent portal at 8 a.m. on the following days: The district may also elect to do background checks Aug. 16, Valley View Middle School; Aug. 23, all elementary schools; Aug. 24, South View Middle School; Aug. 31, Edina of volunteers, independent contractors and student High School. Please check district and school websites for employees in the district. Questions about employee more information. background checks can be directed to Gwen Jackson, director of human resources and operations, at 952-848- HEALTH PROMOTION & CARE 4946 or [email protected] Health services are provided for students during the instructional day at each school site. Students (early ONLINE ACCEPTABLE USE education through grade 12) are required to be in Through the Internet, students have access to a world compliance with the Minnesota School Immunization of online resources and learning experiences. Parents/ Law (see page 23). Some students may require guardians must provide approval for their child(ren) to prescription and non-prescription medication during the access Internet resources at school, and students must school day. Medication may only be administered by agree to follow the district’s Acceptable Use Policy (District a licensed school nurse or trained school personnel. Policy 634). Consent forms are required for families with For more important health information, visit www. students new to the district and for those with students edinashools.org/healthservices entering grades 3, 6 and 10. The form is available online MEDICAL, HEALTH & ACCIDENT at edinaschools.org/parents and at edinaschools.org/ The district does not purchase medical, health or accident students, click on Student Rights and Responsibilities. insurance for students. If a student has an accident, becomes ill, or is injured while at school or participating in DIGITAL PARENTING RESOURCES district-sponsored activities, families will need to access We understand that parenting in a digital age can be their own insurance plans to cover any associated costs overwhelming. EPS provides numerous resources (e.g. medical care, emergency transportation). The district to help you and your child operate safely in a digital cannot pay these associated costs. Questions about insurance world. Resources include information about filters and can be directed to Margo Bauck, director of business services protections, cell phone use, and a free online course at 952-848-4916 or [email protected]. about basic Internet safety and how to create a positive digital footprint. Learn more at edinaschools.org/ CHEMICAL/TOBACCO FREE All EPS property, school sites and school-related activities are chemical and tobacco free.

BULLYING PREVENTION EPS is committed to ensuring a safe and civil learning environment for all students, families and staff. Bullying, like other violent or disruptive behavior, is conduct that interferes with students’ ability to learn and teachers’ ability to educate students in a safe environment.

In accordance with Minnesota law, school staff and volunteers receive training on the prevention of bullying, as well as clarification and enhanced definitions of bullying. The district’s policy on bullying prevention (District Policy 514) includes additional definitions of bullying, training expectations, reporting procedures and protocols and district responsibilities. 4 COMMITMENT TO EQUITY EVERYONE PLAYS A ROLE IN ADVANCING EQUITY AND INCLUSION IN EPS Accomplishing the district’s All for All mission requires the group, called Mosaic, was formed. The students facilitated partnership of everyone who cares about the community’s a Unity Walk, held on May 17, in which over 1,000 students, children — district staff and administration, families, and staff and parents walked together as a statement of their community members. To prepare Edina Public Schools (EPS) commitment to the EHS creed. The group looks forward to students for success in a “rapidly changing, culturally diverse, advancing additional activities and discussions with their peers global society,” as our mission states, we must first ensure in the coming school year. their success here at home, school and community. Providing equal access to educational opportunities means learning to Our district’s equity work continues this year as we welcome recognize and eliminate barriers, in particular barriers related a third cultural liaison, Priya Rao, in support of South Asian to race and culture that exist within our control. families and students. Rao joins the district’s Spanish-speaking and Somali liaisons in working closely with staff to help them Last year, the district invited the community to join our equity better understand the unique needs of these communities learning journey with public events designed to encourage and providing a contact for students and their families. community-wide understanding of equity issues and foster conversation. A five-part series called “Looking Through A New In EPS we believe that when we come together and listen to Lens” launched in January. Four of the monthly gatherings diverse voices and perspectives, we can prompt new thinking included readings and conversations with local authors of two and awareness. Such actions make all of us partners in the books: A Good Time for the Truth: Race in Minnesota and They important mission of ensuring that all students in Edina Played for the Love of the Game. The authors represented many Public Schools experience learning opportunities that help races and cultural backgrounds, each sharing personal stories them discover their passions and find success in school, and insights for advancing community conversation and career and life. action. The final session was a community dialogue with Edina High School students facilitating table conversations. Each event was attended by more than 100 community members. The district is looking to host additional conversations and EDUCATIONAL programs during the 2017-18 school year.

Inside EPS, the implementation of culturally linguistic COMPETENCIES responsive (CLR) teaching methods in classrooms throughout the district continues through staff trainings and collaborations. CLR, which aims to better engage all students Healthy, Well- Rounded Motivated lifelong in their learning, has been supported by large group trainings Person with Sharroky Hollie, and small group trainings and one-on-one Learner coaching with local CLR coach Gina Spoo, a position shared with Hopkins Public Schools. Additional support will be in place this school year with site level coaches at each school helping their colleagues embed practices that validate differences and Effective Communicator Innovative build connectivity between students, teachers and staff. & Collaborator Thinker & Creator

Last year, Edina High School students took up the issue when a group of student leaders wrote and presented the student body with a school creed based on “equity, empathy and Responsible, Globally respect” and focused on creating a “socially just environment” engaged Citizen Competent Individua l that is welcoming to all students. From that, a new student

5 HEALTH + WELLNESS

IMMUNIZATION The mission of Edina Public Schools REQUIREMENTS Health Services is to promote optimal For newly enrolled students and those health for optimal learning. entering kindergarten and 7th grade ILLNESS Your child should not come to school if he/she has had: Edina Public Schools • a fever of 100 degrees or more, the student should stay home for 24 hours after the has a NO SHOT-NO temperature returns to normal without fever reducing medication such as ibuprofen or SCHOOL policy in compliance with acetaminophen. Minnesota School Immunization • has vomited or had diarrhea, the student should stay home until 24 hours after the last episode. Law. State law requires students entering kindergarten, 7th grade, • has had any rash that may be disease-related or the cause is unknown, check with your health and those newly enrolled to care provider before sending the student to school. EPS to show proof of required immunizations or to file legal Call the Attendance Line at your child’s school when your child is absent due to illness. Notify your exemptions from immunizations school’s health office if your child has a condition that may impact others, such as strep throat, with the school. chickenpox or head lice.

You may review your child’s school When students become ill or are injured during the school day, parents/guardians are contacted first. immunization record through If a parent/guardian cannot be reached, a call is made to other individuals listed on the student’s your Infinite Campus account (accessible at edinaschools.org/ emergency forms. Students will not be released unless accompanied by a responsible adult. It is parents). A schedule of required expected that students will be picked up within one hour of the call to the parent/guardian. immunizations is also located on the EPS website under health MEDICATIONS AT SCHOOL services. Whenever possible, medications should be given during non-school hours. When it is necessary for a student to receive medication during the school day, the student must bring the following for each • You will be contacted if immunization information is medication: needed in order for your child • Medication in the original container with directions; to attend school. Updated • Written permission from the parent/guardian; and or new immunization • A written order from the physician for all medications including over the counter medications for information should be sent pain or relief of cough. to your child’s school health office no later than Friday, Aug. 4 to allow time for All medications must be kept in the Health Office unless special arrangements (e.g. emergency processing. epipens or inhalers) are made with the Licensed School Nurse (LSN). Please contact your school’s • Immunization clinics are held health office to obtain medication authorization forms. at Bloomington Public Health, 1900 W. Old Shakopee Road in Bloomington, Minn. All uninsured or underinsured children are welcome. Call for CHILDREN WITH CHRONIC HEALTH CONDITIONS times: 952-563-8900 Questions? Contact your child’s school Parents should consult with the LSN if they have a child with a diagnosed chronic health health office or Mary Heiman, condition such as asthma, diabetes, seizures or severe allergies. The nurse, student and family EPS Health Services Coordinator at will work with the child’s health care provider to establish a health plan that will assist school staff 952-848-4890 or [email protected]. in understanding and accommodating the student’s health needs.

6 ANNUAL HEALTH & SAFETY NOTIFICATIONS Use of pest control materials Edina Public Schools uses a licensed, professional pest control service AHERA also requires that we conduct periodic surveillance inspections firm for the prevention and control of rodents, insects and other pests in every six months to evaluate the condition of asbestos-containing and around the district’s buildings. Their program consists of: materials and that we completely re-inspect our buildings every three years. This is done to best ensure all asbestos-containing materials are • Inspection and monitoring to determine if pests are present and whether any maintained in a safe condition. Identified below are asbestos-related treatment is needed; • Recommendations for maintenance and sanitation to eliminate pests without need for activities that were completed over the past year or are planned for the pest control materials; upcoming year. Complete details are available upon written request and • Utilization of non-chemical measures such as traps, caulking and screening; and copies of inspections are available at each individual school. • Application of EPA-registered pest control materials when needed. ACTIVITIES SCHEDULED FOR 2017-18 Pests can sting, bite, cause contamination, damage property and spread • Periodic surveillance disease; therefore, we must prevent their presence and control them as • Abatement activities at Highlands, and Creek Valley elementary schools; and Valley View and South necessary. The district or outside contractors may also apply herbicides View middle schools. on district properties, as deemed necessary. The district is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for The long-term health effects on children from the application of pest our building occupants and employees, to include ongoing efforts related control materials may not be fully understood. All pest control materials to the management and control of asbestos-related materials. are chosen and applied according to labeling directions per Federal law. Lead in Drinking Water An estimated schedule of pest control inspections and possible lawn Edina Public Schools has historically conducted, and continues to treatments are available for review. Parents of students may submit a conduct, Lead in Drinking Water testing per the Minnesota Department request to receive prior notification of any application by calling the school of Health’s “Reducing Lead in Drinking Water: A Technical Guidance for principal or the Buildings and Grounds Department at (952) 848-3999. Minnesota’s School and Child Care Facilities” recommendations. Anyone Material Safety Data Sheets for all pesticides and herbicides utilized are interested in discussing the district Lead in Drinking Water program or available for review by calling the Buildings and Grounds Department. results may contact the district’s Buildings and Grounds Department for access to the documentation. Asbestos Notification for Staff and Building Occupants The Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) requires Indoor Air Quality that each school district notify workers and building occupants annually To help improve our school environment and comply with requirements regarding asbestos-related activities. Until the late seventies, asbestos established by the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE), Edina was commonly used in commercial and residential building materials, Public Schools has developed and implemented an Indoor Air Quality such as floor tile, fireproofing spray and thermal system insulation on Management Plan that addresses indoor air quality issues throughout the pipes, tanks and boilers. In the late 1980s, all school buildings were district. Walkthroughs and inspections of district buildings are performed inspected for asbestos-containing building materials according to AHERA annually to detect current problems and help prevent future problems protocol, using accredited inspectors. from occurring. Specific district information is available upon request from the Buildings and Grounds Department at (952) 848-3999. General Based on the results of these inspections, management plans were information regarding indoor air quality is available from the Department developed for each school where asbestos was found. These plans are of Health at: on file at the Edina Community Center and are available for review by www.health.state.mn.us/divs/eh/indoorair/schools/ contacting the Buildings and Grounds Office at (952) 848-3999.

DISTRICT PARTNERSHIPS CRITICAL TO STUDENT SUCCESS Edina Public Schools (EPS) relies on a variety local education- and student-related groups; and of family and community partnerships to provide partnering with a local organization to award post- access to rigorous and enriching personalized secondary scholarships for graduating seniors. Over learning opportunities for all students. Among the the past 20 years, the Ed Fund has provided more district’s many partners are two, mission-aligned than 300 grants, supporting learning in every area of partners focused solely on supporting the needs the district. otherwise not have been able to participate due to of EPS students, families and staff — the Edina financial barriers. Education Fund and Edina Give and Go. Edina Give and Go focuses on ensuring students have the opportunity to participate in academic, The Edina Education Fund and Edina Give and The Edina Education Fund secures private, arts and athletic activities regardless of economic Go rely on generous donations from Edina families supplemental funding to support valuable education status. Focused on providing “more than just the and community members. Both organizations hold experiences and innovative projects in EPS. Funds basic needs” for EPS students, Give and Go is fundraising events during the school year when augment school system revenues that are provided uniquely positioned to support individual students they invite the community to partner with them in by taxes, state aid, and other parent and student led in unique ways. Support from Give and Go helps their work on behalf of students. Donations are tax fundraising efforts. The Ed Fund provides support provide things like internet services for students, deductible, and your support of the Ed Fund and through: annual grants to help teachers launch new, covers prep test fees, pays for activity fees for Give and Go makes a difference in the lives of our creative enhancements to classroom curriculum; music and athletics, helps purchase instruments students, their families and the Edina Public Schools long-term support for district-wide activities and and equipment, and supports student involvement in community. programs, including the high school writing lab and many other ways. Last year Give and Go unlocked elementary school makerspaces; sponsorships for more than 700 opportunities for students who might Learn more at edinaedfund.org and edinagiveandgo.org 7 COMMUNICATIONS

My Info Update helps families keep contact information current Edina Public Schools places a high value on the connections we Keeping your family contact information up-to-date have with students, families and the community. Because effective will ensure that you receive important communications communication is critical to strong partnerships and engagement, we and information from your students’ schools and the provide a wide variety of ways to communicate with stakeholders and school district. A new link makes it easier to update grow these important relationships. family contact information in the EdinaApps Portal. The My Info Update link will let you update household The school district uses several online tools to communicate information, including student contact information (phone number, email and home progress reports and grades, school communications and emergency information. Families address) and health information. Families can also who do not have Internet access should contact their respective schools to arrange to receive complete forms online, including opt-out forms for information in other ways. student information release, directory information and Technology Acceptable Use Policy. To find the easy link, login to the portal, select the Infinite Campus button, then click on My Info Update in the lower WEBSITE left corner. Don’t miss any important back-to-school A new version of the District website was released earlier this summer. It information, newsletters or events – update your includes refined navigation and responsive design making it easier for you to contact information now! find what you are looking for on any device. The District website is your primary source for news and updates, information about academic programming, Track My Bus app construction updates, school board policies and meeting information, links to New this year is an app that will help parents see school and Community Ed websites, easy access to the portal and more. where on the route their student’s bus is located. Track My Bus uses GPS technology to provide real- time updates on buses heading to or from school. Transportation services will use the information to NEWSLETTERS fine-tune routes and monitor ridership. Watch for more information to come about Track My Bus. Much of the information you receive about your students’ activities and schools will come in the form of a newsletter. Each school and often teachers, send an electronic newsletter to families on varying schedules to keep parents in District monitors for Acceptable Use the loop on what is happening. Additionally, the district publishes the following Policy violations newsletters: As stated in the district’s Technology Acceptable Use Policy (Board Policy 634), “routine maintenance and monitoring of electronic technologies, including the district network, may lead to a discovery that a user IN THE KNOW - bi-weekly electronic newsletter sent to all district had violated this policy, another school district policy, families via email on alternating Thursdays. It includes stories and or the law.” In addition, the district may find technology photos about students and classrooms, district and construction updates, use that raises concern about a student’s mental student-written articles, news from the school board, notices of important health or wellbeing. If such discoveries are made, the meetings and a calendar of activities. district may deem it necessary to notify parents and/ or school administration of their findings. Read more EPS EXPERIENCE - quarterly, printed newsletter mailed to all EPS about Technology Acceptable Use on the District Policy families and district residents. This newsletter includes stories about Manual at edinaschools.org/schoolboard strategic initiatives, community partnerships, district finances and more.

Need help accessing parent portal? Check out the Parent Portal Resource page on the TRANSITION NEWSLETTERS -- sent to parents of soon-to-be kindergarten and incoming district website: edinaschools.org/portal. middle schoolers. Countdown to Kindergarten and Movin’ on to Middle School offer advice from If you do not remember your One Stop username teachers, students, parents and counselors about how to prepare your student -- and you -- for and password to access the Parent Portal, email the educational transition that will happen in the next school year. These newsletters arrive via [email protected] email periodically from January through August.

8 CALENDARS While the district partners with local business to produce an annual printed 5 activity calendar available to EPS families (limited quantities available at each school site), the district’s online calendars have the most current information about important dates in the district and events at your students’ schools. Customizable online calendars show the events that are most important to your family, which can be downloaded to your personal or Students in six schools return this fall to new and renovated mobile calendar. Find information on how to customize calendars for your learning spaces following the most intense construction devices at edinaschools.org/calendar period the district has experienced in decades. The work is funded by the $124.9 million facilities bond, approved by the community in May 2015. It also includes mechanical upgrades that are part of the district’s long-term maintenance MOBILE APPS plan. With 80 percent of the facilities projects now bid and underway, all projects are proceeding on time and on Several apps make it easy for you to find information wherever you are. budget. The Edina Public Schools app provides customizable news feeds and calendars, access to the portal, and other information. Also, check out the This advancement of the Next Gen facilities plan aligns Nutrislice app where you can see the lunch menu for any Edina school learning spaces with the district’s strategic plan, which is on your mobile device. Both of these apps are available in your device’s focused on ensuring a personalized learning experience for App Store. New this year is the Track My Bus app, helping you locate your all students. New learning spaces are designed to support students’ school bus in real time. Find it in the Parent Portal. and enhance learning at all levels with configurations offering flexibility for creative collaboration, individual work or large group learning.

SCHOOLMESSENGER Elementary students at Concord, Countryside, Cornelia and This electronic notification system is used by EPS to send direct messages Normandale will find new learning spaces, media centers via email, voicemail or text message to district families and staff. The district and activities spaces. Classroom and office additions, and uses this system to communicate emergency information quickly as well as major remodeling at Edina High School (EHS) welcome important messages and alerts. Schools and programs also use this system students, which for the first time will include ninth graders. Later in the fall, the Edina Activity Center at EHS, located to send families important information and reminders. SchoolMessenger on the north side of the school, will open for use. The integrates with the district’s student information system, so be sure your district’s littlest learners will also return to new spaces school has your most current contact information on file. with a new name — the Edina Early Learning Center. In addition to renovated classrooms, the space will house new collaborative programming for both Early Childhood Special OTHER PUBLICATIONS Education and the Edina Family Center, including a new parent commons for families to enjoy while their children are Throughout the course of the year, the district produces a number of other in class. Construction at all sites include enhancements to specialized publications such as the Annual Report, Activities Calendar, entryways and building security. Kindergarten Registration and the Family Handbook that you are holding. Each one provides information to help you be involved in your student’s As part of the district’s infrastructure improvements, education and engaged in the work of the school district. Transportation Services is also moving this summer. A new facility, located at 7600 Metro Boulevard, will provide increased garage space to house the district’s buses, vans SOCIAL MEDIA and other vehicles, along with improved maintenance bays, office space and training rooms for transportation staff. New posts on the district’s Facebook and Twitter profiles happen almost Proceeds from the sale of the former site on Eden Avenue everyday. Posts include photos, links to news, and event reminders help will be applied to construction costs for the new facility. keep you in the loop on what is going on around the district. Additional Renovation construction including facilities bond and photo albums are posted on Flickr, and find resources on Pintrest. The mechanical updates began at South View Middle School this district may employ additional social media tools as they become relevant summer and will continue throughout the 2017-18 school to the work of EPS. Like us on Facebook at Edina Public Schools, and year. And there is more to come at Valley View Middle follow us on Twitter @edinaschools. School, and Creek Valley and Highlands elementary schools in 2018. The district plans to go out for bid on the final three projects this fall, with construction expected to begin in early 2018. All district construction related to the Next Gen VIDEOS facilities plan and funded by the facilities bond is slated to be The District frequently uses video to tell stories about students, staff and complete in the fall of 2018. classrooms and to provide informational updates in a visually engaging Stay up-to-date on all of the district’s construction projects: way. Our YouTube channel, youtube.com/isd273 features video updates, news and school board meetings. View videos on our site at • On the website: Edinaschools.org/construction update edinaschools.org/news and on our social media feeds. Videos of all • On Twitter #EPSConstruction • On Facebook @EdinaPublicSchools regular meetings of the School Board are posted on the district website at • Questions? Email [email protected] or edinaschools.org/schoolboard. call 952-848-4038 9 FOOD + NUTRITION

Edina Public Schools (EPS) contracts with Chartwells to facilitate its food service program, which is part of the National School Nutrition Program offering food- based combo meals. Combo meals are required to meet specific nutritional guidelines established by the Federal Government. Several different entrees and sides are offered each day for lunch. Breakfast is available at school before the start of classes. Menus are posted on the website and within school buildings.

ALL STUDENTS HAVE A LUNCH ACCOUNT. IF YOU DO NOT WANT YOUR STUDENT TO PURCHASE LUNCH, YOU MUST FILL OUT A MEAL RESTRICTION FORM TO CLOSE THEIR ACCOUNT. We will not deny a child a combo meal unless we have a restriction form online.

A breakfast combo is comprised of three components, one of which must be a fruit. A lunch combo meal is comprised of five components: vegetable, fruit, protein, grain and milk. Students must choose three of these components, and one of the three must be a fruit or vegetable. They may choose up to five different components. If the student does not select this combination of food, we cannot charge it as a combo meal by federal government regulations. Each item will be charged separately at a la carte prices, and if more than five components are taken the additional items are charged a la carte prices.

Parents may request restrictions for combo meal purchases only or they can limit spending to a specific dollar amount per day. Families interested in restricting their child’s meal account should complete a “meal account restriction form,” which can be found online at edinaschools.org/food.

MEAL ACCOUNTS AND ONLINE PAYMENTS The district uses an individual meal accounting point of sale system. Each student has his or her own individual account. Accounts are debit accounts, and therefore, there must be money in the account in order for the student to use it. Deposits to student lunch accounts may be done in several ways:

• Online through FeePay, the district’s new one-stop student account system accessible through the Infinite Campus parent portal • By check: For a single account, give to cashier in cafeteria, drop off at school office, or mail to district food service office. Checks to be split among several accounts must have allocation amount identified by student name and school and mailed to the food service office. Make checks payable to ISD #273 Nutrition Program; mail to Food & Nutrition Services, Edina High School, 6754 Valley View Road, Edina MN 55439.

If a student’s meal account holds a negative balance, they will be offered a regular meal, including extras or ala carte. You may sign up to receive low balance notifications via email on FeePay. For additional questions about account balances or activity, contact the Food Service Office at 952-848-3811.

STUDENT ID AND PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS All students receive a Personal Identification Number (PIN) at school to access their meal account.The same number is used throughout elementary school, with a new PIN provided to students in middle school. Meal account balances transfer from year to year, through high school. High school students can also present their student ID to the cashier to access their account. QUESTIONS If you have any questions or FREE MEAL PROGRAM comments, please contact Families with limited incomes may qualify for their students to receive free lunches and breakfasts at school. All Chartwells Administrative Assistant kindergarten students qualify for free breakfasts regardless of family income. To apply for free school meals, complete Joanne Meyer at 952-848-3811 or the application on page 19. A new application must be submitted each year. If you don’t qualify now, you may apply at [email protected]. any time during the school year. Additionally, your application helps the district qualify for education funds and discounts and is often used in awarding scholarships to students for participation in classes, activities and programs. If you have questions regarding special diets or allergies, please * Until free meal applications are processed, you are responsible for any meals that are purchased contact Chartwells Registered prior to acceptance of application. Please reapply every year. Dietician Alexandra Turnbull at 952-818-3812 or Alexandra. [email protected] 10 MEAL PRICING INFORMATION FREE MEAL QUESTION + ANSWER Who can get free school meals? Children in households participating in the ELEMENTARY Secondary Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Minnesota Family Investment Breakfast Breakfast Program (MFIP) or Food Distribution 1.60 1.70 Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR), Kindergarten eats free and foster children, can get free school meals without reporting household income. Children also qualify for free school meals lunch lunch combo if their household income falls below the 2.80 2.95 maximum income shown for their household size (see page 18). premium combo 3.50 Do foster children qualify for free meals? Yes, foster children who are the legal A la carte items also available responsibility of a foster care agency or court are eligible for free meals regardless of household income. Please complete an MILK .60 application identifying the children who are in foster care.

I get support from WIC. Can my children get free meals? Children in households participating in WIC may be eligible for free SUPERFOOD TASTINGS STUDENT FAVORITE meals. Please fill out an application. May I apply if someone in my household is not a U.S. citizen? Yes. You or your child Sweet & Savory Kale Salad does not have to be a U.S. citizen to qualify for free meals. Everyone has heard of the word superfood. No these foods don't have super powers, but Who should I include as household they are packed full of vitamins and minerals members? Include yourself and all other people living in the household, related or that help your body grow. Kale is one of these not (e.g., grandparents, other relatives or superfoods and can be enjoyed in many different ways. friends).

Ingredients Serves 6 What if my income is not always the same? List the amount that you normally • 6 cups Kale, fresh, • 6 tbsp Olive oil get. If you normally get overtime, include it, chopped • 3/4 cup Carrots, shredded but not if you get overtime only occasionally. • 6 cups Lettuce, Romaine • 6 tbsp Dried cranberries • 2 Tbsp Maple syrup • 6 oz Cheddar cheese, How will the information I provide be • 1 tbsp Lemon juice shredded kept? Information you provide on the form, • 3/4 tsp Salt • 1-1/2 cup Garbonzo beans, and your child’s approval for school meal • 3/4 tsp Black pepper canned, drained benefits, will be protected as private data. See the back page of the Application for Steps for preparation Educational Benefits for more information 1. Wash all vegetables thoroughly. 3. Mix kale and romaine together about how the information you provide is used. 2. Blend syrup, lemon juice, salt, and combine with dressing. pepper and oil together well. 4. Mix in rest of ingredients and toss together until well mixed. Will the information I give be verified? Yes, and we may also ask you to provide written documentation. Nutritional information per serving: 376 Calories; 25g fat; 12g protein; 26g carbs, If you have other questions or need help, 12g sugar; 6.7g fiber; 541mg sodium please contact Dan Hutchinson at [email protected] or 952-848-3813. 11 FAMILY INVOLVEMENT

Edina Public Schools is strongest when the ideas, energy and voices of all stakeholders are included in planning and decision-making. Throughout the year there are many ways for you to be involved with the school district. Watch for these and other opportunities to be announced on school and district websites and through various district communication channels.

PARENT ORGANIZATIONS TASK FORCES DIALOGUES AND FORUMS

Each school and program, from early From time to time, the district forms a The district perodically holds community childhood through high school, has a task force specific to a project, program dialogues and forums so that interested parent involvement organization (PTO/ or district-wide need. Most often task stakeholders can learn more about the PTA) that serves to support students, forces include members representing status or direction of key initiatives, hear families, teachers and administration students, parents, community members, updates and provide input for decision through events and volunteer teachers and/or staff. Last year, making. Last year, the district held opportunities. The leadership of each the district established task forces five community conversations around parent organization is also part of the addressing budget alignment, school the topics of equity and inclusion. district’s Parent Leadership Council start/end times and gifted services. Additionally, candidate forums were (PLC). Meeting monthly throughout the Watch for information about joining a held as part of the selection and hiring school year, the PLC works closely with district task force as the opportunities process for the new superintendent and district leadership to discuss updates occur. new principals at two district schools. on projects and initiatives, and provides a This year, watch for information about parent voice in district discussions school board candidate forums, levy and decision-making. Check your referendum information, and more school’s website or newsletter for community conversations about equity. information on parent organization meetings at your building.

ADVISORY COUNCILS VOLUNTEER SURVEYS, FOCUS GROUPS & ONLINE District advisory councils provide There is a place for everyone who ENGAGEMENT input, advice, direction and insight to wants to donate their time to supporting district leadership on various programs students, teachers, projects, events, pro- Periodically, the district asks for and initiatives in EPS. Membership grams and more. We have varying times stakeholder input via surveys, focus typically includes parents, community and days, long term projects and short groups and online engagement sessions. representatives, teachers and staff who sprints, one-on-one opportunities with For example, staff and families are serve a designated term on a council. A students or general classroom support, encouraged to participate in satisfaction call for applicants to fill council vacancies all age groups and grade levels. There surveys and online conversations, is held each spring. Learn more at is a volunteer opportunity that will meet data from which inform site and district edinaschools.org/getinvolved. your availability and interests. improvement plans. Such engagement Visit www.edinaschools.org/volunteer to opportunities are done in accordance learn more. with district policy (Policy 520) and research best practices.

12 The Edina Resource Center listens to your needs and connects you to the resources that can help. A partnership of Edina Community Education Services, Edina Public Schools and the City of Edina, the Edina Resource Center is your BECOME A VOLUNTEER connection to community resources Edina Public Schools is committed to using volunteers to and information in Edina. We are promote and strengthen partnerships between the school and free and confidential. the community as well as to help personalize instruction and enrich curriculum for all learners. Volunteering is a hallmark MAKE US YOUR FIRST CALL of Edina and for the 2017-18 school year, additional volunteer opportunities have been created to meet the evolving needs FOR RESOURCES SUCH AS: of students. Volunteer opportunities are available before, • Chemical and mental health during or after school. • City and community information • Childcare In addition to benefiting students, volunteering in EPS • Chore services provides personal satisfaction, improved self-esteem, a • Education (early childhood to adult) sense of accomplishment, opportunities to learn, a greater • Energy, food and housing assistance knowledge/understanding of the EPS school system, and • Family and individual supports work experience. • Financial resources and tax assistance • Health care supports • Immigrant services • Legal/mediation services VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES • Transportation • And more • Classroom support • Media Center support in all grade levels • After school homework Contact 952-848-3936 or visit (e.g. reading, math, support www.edinaresourcecenter.com writing, science, art) • Before and after school to get connected. • One-on-one support Success Center support • Non-academic support • And more! SIGN UP FOR OUR E-NEWSLETTER! GET STARTED TODAY! Complete a volunteer application and the Edina Volunteer Program will match your skills and interests with available volunteer opportunities. Appropriate preparation and training will be provided Sign up for the Edina prior to starting your volunteer experience. We are committed to working with you to ensure Resource Center Newsletter volunteering is a rewarding experience for everyone. Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Edina Public Schools! to receive seasonal notifications, updates on community resources, upcoming events and more. The second graders are always eager to read to me and are very proud of the progress they make. I look forward to seeing the students each week and enjoy my time with them!” To sign up, email - Dick Duling, Reading Volunteer at Creek Valley Elementary contact@ edinaresourcecenter.com or call 952-848-3936. LEARN MORE AND APPLY AT EDINASCHOOLS.ORG/VOLUNTEER EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSINGS

All unscheduled school closings, late starts and early dismissals due to severe weather, extreme cold or heat, or other emergencies, will be shared with families through the district’s messaging system (SchoolMessenger), the district’s website (edinaschools.org), district 2017-18 EARLY RELEASE/LATE START DAYS social media accounts, and through local news media. Families are Early release and late start days were introduced in the 2013-14 school year to provide critical encouraged to have alternate plans collaboration time that allows teachers to better customize learning experiences for each student. in place for possible emergency Scheduling early release and late start days throughout the school year provide teachers with time to school closings. analyze student achievement data, collaborate with colleagues, and align their instruction for maximum student learning. In accordance with district policy, decisions to cancel or shorten the On early release and late start days, schools dismiss two hours earlier or start two hours later than their regular school day are made by the superintendent or his designee, regularly scheduled time. During the 2017-18 school year the district has scheduled two early release in consultation with other staff. days and two late start days that apply to all K-12 students: Consultation may also include City of Edina personnel and neighboring school districts, as appropriate. Early Release Late Start The most compelling reason for closing schools involves the Wed, Oct. 18, 2017 Thurs, Dec. 7, 2017 safety of students and employees. Thurs, March 22, 2018 Tues, Jan. 30, 2018 Decisions about schools closings and late starts will be made as early Note: Families of EHS students should consult the high school calendar for additional as possible, to allow for appropriate early release or late start days pertaining to testing and special programs. notification.

Emergency notifications: Will there be busing on these days? • Automated voicemail Yes! District transportation will adjust for the two hour early release and late starts, meaning that on • Email those dates the bus will drop off students two hours earlier than usual on early release days and pick up • Text message students two hours later than usual on late start days. • District and school websites • Social media Are Early Learning Center classes affected by early release days? (Facebook and Twitter) • Radio: WCCO 830-AM Early Learning Center classes that end after 12:05 p.m. on early release days, or begin before noon on • Television: WCCO Ch. 4, KSTP late start days, will be cancelled. Ch. 5, FOX 9 KMSP, and KARE 11 ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES Unscheduled delayed starts Edina Community Education Services (CES) invites students to participate in enrichment programs on In the event of a delayed start, the early release days. CES collaborates with EPS classroom teachers to offer activities that complement following programs are cancelled: what students are learning during the school day. • Early Learning Center programs • Some Community Education programs may also be cancelled Elementary Program – Elementary students can enroll in enrichment programs at their home elementary school for any or all of the early release days. Evening cancellations • Cost: The cost per student for each two-hour time block is $20. To learn more about scholarships Decisions to cancel after-school for the CES enrichment program, please call 952-848-3952. and evening activities will be made • Registration: Interested families can register for enrichment programs at by 3 p.m. if possible and are not edina.thatscommunityed.com necessarily tied to a school closing. School-age care program participants– Current participants in KIDS Club, WISE Guys and SURGE LEARN MORE AT will receive information about early release and late start day options with your registration packets. EDINASCHOOLS.ORG/ These dates will be offered as additional registration choices. EMERGENCYCLOSINGS

16 COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Building skills, promoting health and well-being, supporting families and EDINA creating service opportunities anytime and anywhere -- Edina Community COMMUNITY Education plays an integral role in Edina Public Schools. We leverage Education partnerships and collaborations to bring the community to the classroom and learning to the community!

EARLY EDUCATION The Early Learning Center has The Early Learning Center offers been making me a better mom high-quality education opportunities for seven years. My kids made for families with children from birth through age five. New baby classes, their first friends and enjoyed parent education, inclusive preschool learning in their first classroom programming and kindergarten setting with fabulous, caring, readiness are all part of serving the wonderful teachers. district’s youngest learners. For more information, call 952-848-3908

YOUTH PROGRAMS Such a great variety of activities A variety of fun and educational activities available after school! It seems are offered through KIDS Club (gr. K-3), like there’s something to fit WISE Guys (gr. 4-5) and classes (grades K-12). These opportunities are available every mood. Everyone on staff before and after school, on many school knows my son and many also release days and all summer. For spend time with him during the information call 952-848-3952. school day at recess.

ADULT EDUCATION Lifelong learners are thrivers -- they are This is my model of an happier, healthier and more connected. ideal adult class -- Lots of Our programs, including Adult Basic Education, arts and crafts, global experienced people as well as awareness, TEDxEdina, community relative beginners, all working woodshop, yoga and more, make independently, side by side, a difference for individuals and for community. Take a class, teach a class, helping each other.... and get involved! For information, call 952-848-3954.

17 APPLICATION FOR EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS HOW TO COMPLETE THE APPLICATION FOR EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS

Complete the Application for Educational Benefits form for school year 2017-18 if any of the following applies to your household: • Any household member currently participates in the Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP), or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), or the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR). or • The household includes one or more foster children (a welfare agency or court has legal responsibility for the child). or • The total income of household members is within the guidelines shown below (gross earnings before deductions, not take-home pay). Do not include as income: foster care payments, federal education benefits, MFIP payments, or value of assistance received from SNAP, WIC, or FDPIR. Military: Do not include combat pay or assistance from the Military Privatized Housing Initiative. The income guidelines are effective from July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018.

MAXIMUM TOTAL INCOME: $ Twice Per Household Size $ Per Year $ Per Month $ Per 2 Weeks $ Per Week Month 1 22,311 1860 930 859 430 2 30,044 2,504 1,252 1,156 578 3 37,777 3,149 1,575 1,453 727 4 45,510 3,793 1,897 1,751 876 5 53,243 4,437 2,219 2,048 1,024 6 60,976 5,082 2,541 2,346 1,173 7 68,709 5,726 2,863 2,643 1,322 8 76,442 6,371 3,186 2,941 1,471 Add for each 7,733 645 323 298 149 additional person

Step 1: Children List all infants and children in the household, their birthdate and, if applicable, their grade and school. Attach an additional page if needed to list all children. Fill in the circle if a child is in foster care (a welfare agency or court has legal responsibility for the child). Please provide the requested information on ethnicity and race for each child. This information is not required and does not affect approval for school meal benefits. The information helps to make sure we are meeting civil rights requirements and fully serving our community.

Step 2: Case Number If any household member currently participates in the Special Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) or Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR), write in your case number, check which program you participate in, and then go to Step 4. If you do not participate in any of these programs, leave Step 2 blank and continue on to Step 3. WIC and Medical Assistance (M.A.) programs do not qualify for this purpose. Step 3: Adults / Incomes / Last 4 Digits of Social Security Number • List all adults living in the household (everyone not listed in Step 1) whether related or not, such as grandparents, other relatives, or friends. Include any adult who is temporarily away from home, like a student away at college. Attach another page if necessary. • List gross incomes before deductions, not take-home pay. Do not list an hourly wage rate. For adults with no income to report, enter a ‘0’ or leave the section blank. This is your certification (promise) that there is no income to report for these adults. For seasonal work, write in the total annual income. • For each income, fill in a circle to show how often the income is received: each week, every other week, twice per month, or monthly. • For farm or self-employment income only, list the net income per year or month after business expenses. A loss from farm or self-employment must be listed as 0 income and does not reduce other income. • Last four digits of Social Security number – The adult household member signing the application must provide the last four digits of their Social Security number or check the box if they do not have a Social Security number. • Regular incomes to children – If any children in the household have regular income, such as SSI or part-time jobs, list the total amount of regular incomes received by all children. Return your completed application to: Do not include occasional earnings like babysitting or lawn mowing. Food & Nutrition Services Edina High School Step 4: Signature and Contact Information 6754 Valley View Road An adult household member must sign the form. If you do not want your information to be Edina, MN 55439 shared with Minnesota Health Care Programs, check the “Don’t share” box in Step 4. 18 Application for Educational Benefits – School Year 2017-18 School Meals  State and Federally Funded Programs Step 1 List all infants, children and students through grade 12 in the household, even if they are not related. If more space is needed, attach another sheet. Foster Optional - Racial Identity * Child? Optional - Fill in one or more circles (An agency or Is the child for each child. court has legal Hispanic /

responsibility Latino?

for the child.) If yes, fill If yes, fill in the in the African American Pacific Islander White Child’s First Name MI Child’s Last Name Birthdate School Grade circle. circle. American Indian Asian                                    * The full names of the racial categories are: American Indian or Alaskan Native, Asian, Black or African American, Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander and White. Step 22 Do any Household Members currently participate in any of these programs – SNAP, MFIP or FDPIR? (Medical Assistance and WIC do not qualify.) If No > Go to STEP 3. If Yes > Write in the CASE NUMBER here and check the program  SNAP  MFIP  FDPIR. Then go to STEP 4.

Step 3 A. List ALL Adult Household Members including yourself and report all incomes. (Skip STEP 3 if you answered “yes” to STEP 2 or if all participants are foster children.)

Adults - Full Name Gross Pay from Work Public Assistance, Net income from All Other Incomes For the purpose of school meal benefits, the members of your Do not write in an hourly wage. Farm or Self- Child Support, Alimony household are “Anyone who is living with you and shares income and Employment Pension,

expenses, even if not related.” Gross pay after business retirement,

List the full name of each household member not listed in Step 1 and before expenses. Payments disability, their income(s) in whole dollars. If a person has no income, write in 0 or deductions received. unemployment, Weekly Weekly Weekly Month Month Month Month Month State if annual - - leave the section blank. This is your certification (promise) of no income (not take-home - Veterans Monthly Monthly Monthly Monthly Monthly Weekly Bi 2x Weekly Bi 2x Weekly Bi 2x or monthly. to report. Include any college students temporarily away from home. pay). benefits, etc. $     $ $     $     $     $ $     $     $     $ $     $     $     $ $     $    

B. Do any of the children listed in Step 1 receive regular incomes such as SSI or wages? C. Last four digits of signer’s Social Security Number (SSN) or no SSN (required): Bi- 2x Or  I don’t have a Social Weekly Monthly TOTAL incomes to children, if $ Weekly Month any: X X X − X X − Security number.     Step 45 I certify (promise) that all information on this application is true and correct and all household members and incomes are reported. I understand that this information is given in connection with receipt of federal and state funds and that school officials may verify (check) the information. I understand that if I purposely give false information, my children may lose benefits and I may be prosecuted under applicable federal and state laws. The information I provide may be shared with Minnesota Health Care Programs as allowed by state law, unless I have checked this box:  Do not share my information with Minnesota Health Care Programs. Signature of Adult Household Member (required) Print Name: Date:

Address: City Zip Home Phone: Work Phone:

Office Use Only Total Household Size: _____ Total Income: $ per Approved:  Case Number – Free  Foster – Free  Income – Free  Income – Reduced-Price Denied:  Incomplete  Income Too High Signature of Determining Official: ______Date: ______19 20

Is this form required? This form must be completed to apply for free or reduced-price school meals, unless: (1) Your school provides free school meals to all students without applications from households (Community Eligibility Provision, Provision 2 or Provision 3) or (2) You were notified that your children have been directly certified for school meal benefits based on foster care status or participation in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) or Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR).

Privacy Act Statement / How Information Is Used The Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act requires the information on this application. You do not have to give this information, but if you do not we cannot approve your child for free or reduced-price school meals. You must include the last four digits of the Social Security number of the adult household member who signs the application. The last four digits of the Social Security number are not required when you apply on behalf of a foster child, or you provide an MFIP, SNAP or FDPIR assistance number, or you indicate that the adult household member signing the application does not have a Social Security number. Only authorized officials will have access to the information that you provide on this form. We will use your information to determine if your child qualifies for free school meals, and for administration and enforcement of the school meal programs. We may share your information with other education, health, and nutrition programs to help them evaluate, fund or determine benefits for their programs, with auditors for program reviews, and with law enforcement officials to help them look into violations of program rules. We require written consent from you before sharing information for other purposes. Please provide the requested information about children’s race and ethnic identity. This information is not required and does not affect approval for program benefits. We use the percentages of participants in each racial/ethnic category to check that our program is operated in a nondiscriminatory manner in compliance with federal civil rights laws At public school districts, each student's school meal status also is recorded on a statewide computer system used to report student data to the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) as required by state law. MDE uses this information to: (1) Administer state and federal programs, (2) Calculate compensatory revenue for public schools, and (3) Judge the quality of the state's educational program.

Information provided on this form may be shared with Minnesota Health Care Programs, unless the person completing this form has checked the box in Step 4 to not share information for that purpose.

Nondiscrimination Statement In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its agencies, offices, and Discrimination Complaint Form (AD-3027) found online at: employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, and at any USDA office, or prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632- conducted or funded by USDA. Persons with disabilities who require alternative 9992. Submit your completed discrimination complaint form or letter to USDA by: means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, (1) Mail to U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (state or local) where Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or (2) Fax they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech to (202) 690-7442 or (3) Email to [email protected]. This institution is an disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. equal opportunity provider. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

Office Use Only: Verification

Date Verification Sent: Response Due: 2nd Notice: _ Result:  No Change  Free to Reduced-Price  Free to Paid  Reduced-Price to Free  Reduced-Price to Paid Reason for Change:  Income  Case number not verified  Foster not verified  Refused Cooperation  Other: ______

Signature of Confirming Official: Date: Signature of Verifying Official: Date: STUDENT INFORMATION RELEASE

NOTE TO PARENTS This is an “opt out” form for the 2017-18 school year for parents/guardians who DO NOT want a student’s name, photograph, or directory information to be included in school directories, yearbooks, on school and district websites, or in news releases. If you have no objection to your student’s information and photograph potentially appearing in internal and external publications, you do not need to do anything.

If you wish to prohibit the use of your student’s information and photograph, complete this form and return to your school by Friday, Sept. 29, 2017. NEW THIS YEAR -- complete this form in iUpdate on the parent portal.

LIMITATION ON DISTRICT RELEASE OF STUDENT INFORMATION Edina Public Schools recognizes its responsibilities in regard to the collection, maintenance and dissemination of students’ educational records and data. District Policy 515 defines the procedures and practices for protecting the privacy of student information in accordance with state and federal law. Completion of this form is to prohibit the release of student directory information. STUDENT DIRECTORY INFORMATION Directory information regarding a student is public information under state and federal law. Directory information as defined in District Policy 515 includes, but is not limited to, a student’s name, address, telephone number, email address, photograph, date and place of birth, attendance dates, grade level, participation in activities and sports, degrees and awards received, and weight/height of athletic team participants. It also includes the name, address and telephone number of the student’s parent(s). A parent/guardian may refuse to have any or all of the directory information made public by notifying the building principal in writing by Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2017 or 30 days after enrollment in Edina Pubic Schools. Submission of the bottom of this form to the building principal satisfies this notice requirement. PHOTOGRAPHY As noted above, a student’s photograph/image/recording is also directory information and may be released. A student may be photographed or recorded while at school or participating in school activities and events. Care is taken to ensure that the student and learning/activity/event environment is portrayed appropriately. If you choose not to have your child photographed or recorded by the district, please notify the building principal in writing by Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2017. Submission of the bottom of this form to the building principal satisfies this notice requirement. In accordance with District Policy 515, the above-noted designations or refusals will remain valid until the end of the 2017-18 school year. If you have any additional questions please contact your building principal.

I, as parent/guardian of the below named student(s), elect that the district is not able to disclose directory information for the 2017-18 school year. (Please select one of the following choices.)

The district MAY NOT release any directory information regarding the child(ren) listed below. This election includes the A non-release of photographs/images/recordings.

The district MAY NOT release any photographs/images/recordings of the child(ren), but MAY release directory information B regarding the child.

Child’s name: ______School:______Grade: ____ Select: oA oB

Child’s name: ______School:______Grade: ____ Select: oA oB

Child’s name: ______School:______Grade: ____ Select: oA oB

Child’s name: ______School:______Grade: ____ Select: oA oB

Parent/Guardian name (please print): ______

Parent/Guardian signature: ______Date:______

21 Does your child have health insurance? If not, it may be available

Many resources for children and families are available at the Minnesota Department of Human Ser- vices (DHS) website:

https://mn.gov/dhs/

Resources for children and families include:

• Information on economic assistance for child care, food and nutrition and housing. • Information on Minnesota Health Care Programs including Medical Assistance, Minnesota Care and Minnesota Family Planning Program and Home and community-based waiver programs.

To contact DHS by phone call the DHS Information Desk at 651-431-2000 (TTY/TDD service: 800-627-3529)

Call the multilingual referral lines if you request assistance in languages other than English.

Af Soomaali 888-547-8829 Español 888-428-3438

For dental resources go to: https://www.insurekidsnow.gov/

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CONTACT US ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS SECONDARY SCHOOLS WELCOME CENTER 5701 Normandale Road Concord Elementary (K-5) Creek Valley Elementary (K-5) South View Middle School (6-8) Edina, MN 55424 9:25 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 9:25 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 7:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. 952-848-3900 5900 Concord Avenue S. 6401 Gleason Road 4725 South View Lane [email protected] Edina, MN 55424 Edina, MN 55439 Edina, MN 55436 952-848-4300 952-848-3200 952-848-3700 Susan Prather, Principal Kari Dahlquist, Principal Tim Anderson, Principal STUDENT ENROLLMENT edinaschools.org/concord edinaschools.org/creekvalley edinaschools.org/southview 5701 Normandale Road Edina, MN 55424 Cornelia Elementary (K-5) Highlands Elementary (K-5) Valley View Middle School (6-8) 952-848-4585 9:25 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 9:25 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 7:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. [email protected] 7000 Cornelia Drive 5505 Doncaster Way 6750 Valley View Road Edina, MN 55435 Edina, MN 55436 Edina, MN 55439 952-848-4600 952-848-4500 952-848-3500 EPS SCHOOL BOARD Lisa Masica, Principal Katie Mahoney, Principal Shawn Dudley, Principal Leny Wallen-Friedman, Chair edinaschools.org/cornelia edinaschools.org/highlands edinaschools.org/valleyview Sarah Patzloff, Vice Chair Regina Neville, Clerk Countryside Elementary (K-5) Normandale Elementary (K-5) Edina High School (9-12) David Goldstein, Treasurer 9:25 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. French Immersion School 8:30 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. Amir Gharbi, Assistant Treasurer 5701 Benton Avenue S. 8:40 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. 6754 Valley View Road Randy Meyer, Assistant Clerk Edina, MN 55436 5701 Normandale Road Edina, MN 55439 Lisa O’Brien, Assistant Clerk 952-848-4700 Edina, MN 55424 952-848-3800 [email protected] Karen Bergman, Principal 952-848-4100 Andrew Beaton, Principal edinaschools.org/countryside Chris Holden, Principal edinaschools.org/edinahigh edinaschools.org/normandale