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Great Expectations School News - March 11, 2022

Mar 11, 2022 09:11PM ● By Editor
March 11, 2022

Great Expectations School News

Looking for subs!
Do you have a day or two a week you could work with students during school hours? Please let us know if you're interested in subbing for paraprofessionals at GES! We'll invite you in to chat about our program, and go over the ropes.
 
We're also still hiring for Special Ed Paraprofessionals, full and part time. Please contact us with questions!


Beth Ferry
Business Manager
Great Expectations School

A quick note from Director Rachael


If you have not completed the parent/guardian survey to indicate your intentions for your child next year, please take a moment to do so now.  It takes only a minute and helps with planning and staffing.  Thanks!  

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QQYVGCP

Important Dates & Events

 
  • SPRING CONFERENCES 3/16, 3/22 & 3/24 - SIGN UP, if you haven't already.
  • DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS - Sunday, 3/13
  • TRIMESTER 3 BEGINS - Monday, 3/14
  • COMMUNITY TOWN HALL MEETING:  Finding Childcare Solutions for Cook County.  Interested parties are welcome to join this virtual event Monday, 3/14, 6-9:00 pm.  Registration Link: https://minnstate.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwqcOmqqzoiGdKRM9_BjkktBoeUTH4fxUFa
  • SCHOOL BOARD MEETING - Thursday, 3/17, 4:00-6:00 pm
  • PEEK IN THE MOUTH DENTAL SCREENINGS - Friday, 3/18
  • TWIN DAY! - Dress like a friend on Friday 3/18!
  • VACATION WEAR DAY! - Dress like you are on vacation, Thursday, 3/24
  • NO SCHOOL - Friday, 3/25 Staff Workshop
  • SPRING BREAK - 3/28-4/1
  • SCHOOL RESUMES - Monday, 4/4

In the Classrooms:

Preparation for the Plant Sale begins!  The Beavers planted tomato and pepper seeds.  So exciting!


They also enjoyed a game of Bob the Weasel!  It looks like Mr. Ryan was tricked!


Lynx students made signs for their "Cavern" - the space where paraprofessional, Dane hosts clubs during middle-school recess (Art, ASL, DnD and Crochet Clubs for 5-8).


The Otters teach each other to crochet!

Public Health Update

 

COVID COMMUNITY LEVEL LINK  - This link updates every Thursday at 8:00 pm. We are currently at LOW

Covid 19 Testing is available from 1:30 – 4:00 p.m. on Wednesdays at the Community Center in Grand Marais.

 
Parents/guardians or staff sign-up using the links below:

Wednesday, March 16 PHHS Testing: Routine Testing for COVID-19 at Community Center (signupgenius.com)
Wednesday, March 23 PHHS Testing: Routine Testing for COVID-19 at Community Center (signupgenius.com)
 
Routine testing is a safe, effective way to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.  Many children or adults who have COVID-19 are asymptomatic or have very mild symptoms but can still spread the virus to others.  By offering regular testing opportunities and providing timely follow-up, someone who tests positive is more likely to stay home for an appropriate period of time and prevent COVID from spreading in childcare/school facilities.
 
Children must have a parent/guardian present at the point of testing to provide consent.
 
Feel free to reach out to us in public health with questions ([email protected]).
 
 

Great Lunch


Are you interested in what your kids eat at school?  Join the Great Lunch Board!  The Board is looking for more members to join our team.  The Board meets monthly to discuss program needs and find viable solutions.  If you are interested in joining or would like more information, email [email protected].  Thank you!
As always, please call the office if you have any questions on school-related items.  We are happy to assist you!
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