2023-2024 Communications
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A message from Superintendent Anderson
Greetings Maple River Staff,
I hope you were able to find some time to relax and do the things you enjoy this summer. The Andersons had some adventures away but are now getting back into school mode. Our biggest adventure will be taking Izzy to college on the 18th, and despite dragging my feet, I can't seem to slow time. We'll soon add Northwestern Raiders to our list of titles and some red to our closets.
The building and school grounds have been under constant construction since you left, and somehow the to-do list seems to get longer as we cross things off. If you haven't been by this summer, you will notice many changes outside. We finally have all of our parking lots available to use, so we will be changing how we ask our staff to park. Please see the map using the link below. The bus parking lot was too full last year, and we need the space for all the moving parts in that area of the building. If you parked back there last year, please find a new favorite parking spot.
Attached, you'll find a link to the workshop schedule. Please take a moment to review it, noticing the specifics for new and returning staff. There are also several online items that need to be completed by the end of workshop week. Paraprofessionals should plan to join us for our opening workshop at 8:00 am through the end of the day.
Enjoy the rest of your summer!
Dan Anderson, Superintendent
Maple River Schools
Links to Documents:
Parking Map
Staff Workshop Schedule -
Welcome Back Secondary- A message to Parents from Mr. Simon
Welcome back Maple River! We are all excited and ready to get the 2023-24 school year under way.
Included in this letter are some items of information for you. Please see below in regards to the following items:
- Grade 6 and new middle school student orientation,
- Grades 7-12 Stop and Drop,
- Report Card Availability
- Lunch Money
If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Simon, Sue Nowak, or Mary Ulrich in the Secondary Office 507-524-3918.
1. Grade 6 and New Middle School Student Orientation - Wednesday, August 23rd 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
We will host an orientation for incoming 6th graders and new middle school students along with their parents on this night. Arrive by 5:00 pm to the commons and auditorium for the orientation. You may enter the building through the district office entrance or the secondary entrance. The event will allow for; staff introductions, expectations, finding lockers/classrooms, building exploration, along with other related information.
2. Stop and Drop 7th-12th Grade Students - Wednesday August 23rd 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Students/parents in grades 7-12 may come between 9:00 am - 4:00 pm to drop off materials, find lockers/classrooms, meet teachers, explore the building, etc… Please report to the commons when arriving. You may enter the building through the district office entrance or the secondary entrance.
3. Report Card Availability 2023-2024
Once again, we strongly encourage parents to sign up for the parent portal through Infinite Campus, where grade reports, along with student report cards are available.
4. Lunch Money
Reminder that all students will receive free breakfast and free lunch this year. However, second entrees, along with ala carte items will still be assessed respective charges. Lunch money is accepted through Infinite Campus to be used for the purchase of these items.
Thank you for attending your designated event, I look forward to seeing you all! Remember Grades 6-12 will begin school on Monday, August 28 2023.
Sincerely,
Mr. Ted Simon
Secondary Principal
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Welcome Back Elementary- A letter to parents from Mr. Lewis
Dear Parents,
Welcome to the 2023-24 school year at Maple River Elementary. Back to School Conferences will be held in person on Thursday, August 24th and Monday, August 28th. Our first day of school at Maple River Elementary is Tuesday, August 29th. Elementary School hours will be 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. Parent drop-off and pick-up for elementary students will be on the west side of the building at the primary entrance doors. Bus transportation will be on the east side of the building. Breakfast is served from 7:30 to 8:00 am.
Parents will be able to schedule their student's conference themselves again this year with Signup.com More information will be sent to your email next week. (Reminder to set up a conference for each of your students.) Parents, students and teachers use this conference time to get acquainted, visit policies and procedures, share student's interests, strengths or concerns, and plan ways that school and home can create the best possible learning experiences for your child!
Hearing and vision screening will be offered during your conference visit for grades 1, 3 and 5 in the nurse's office. Watch for signs directing you where to go in the building. Lifetouch will be taking fall pictures for grades PK through 12 on Friday, September 15th. More info will be sent home with your student regarding pictures.
New Programs this year - School Supply Kits for Grades 3-5. Last year, Middle school parents had the chance to pilot this program, and an impressive 96% of them experienced significant benefits from the kits. Due to this overwhelming success, we are excited to announce the expansion of the program! Students in grades 3-5 can now purchase a Maple River school supply kit made specifically for their grade. You can order your student's kit online through the Campus Portal. Also, 5th Grade Phone Lockers will be implemented. Each 5th grade student will be assigned a phone locker and combination for the academic school year. We will provide their locker combinations at conferences.
Just a reminder to fill out the Annual Student Update on Infinite Campus through your parent portal before school starts. Elementary Milk/Juice break payments for the year may be purchased there as well. School lunch information, school supply list, student handbook and school calendar are all available on the Maple River website www.isd2135.k12.mn.us.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Sincerely,
Jon D. Lewis
Elementary School Principal
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Workshop Updates
The workshop schedule tends to change. Please view the electronic version of the schedule so that you have the most up-to-date version.
Here are a few notable changes that have occurred:
The INITIAL CPI Training was mistakenly scheduled for a half day. The new time for the training on Monday, August 14, 2023, is 8:30a - 3:30p. This class is only for NEW Teaching and Para staff who have not yet had any CPI Training. This has been updated in the Workshop Schedule.
Links were added to all Virtal MVED trainings.
Sean Wachsmuth Training was moved to Wednesday, August 23, 2023 from 10 am until noon. This is for Elementary and Seoncardy Teaching staff.
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CPR Sign-Up
On Monday, August 21, the first day of workshop week, we will offer CPR training. This training is required for all childcare and preschool staff, but other staff members are also welcome to participate. If you wish to attend, please add your name to the sign-up sheet.
Childcare and preschool staff, I have added individuals who I believe will be in childcare and preschool. However, please double check the list to ensure that your name is included so that you are not overlooked.
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Sertoma Lunch Sign up
Sertoma is hosting a staff lunch on August 22 and would like to get an idea of how many staff members will be attending. If you're interested, please add your name to the sign-up sheet at the link provided by August 15th.
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Elementary Teachers- Class Roster
Hello Elementary Teachers,
You can now view your class roster on Campus. However, please keep in mind that the roster may still be subject to changes as new registrations are received.Additionally, we have created your signup.com conference pages and you should have received an email from Signup.com. To arrange breaks in your conference schedule, you have the option to either sign up for the slot yourself or delete it. Please ensure that your schedule is finalized by August 7th, as it will be shared with parents on that date.
Information
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Décor Guidelines
Your space is yours to set up how you see fit, but we ask that you avoid using nails, screws, or anything that could damage walls or lockers. We have provided Command Strips and painter's tape to hang your decor and student art! We also have magnetic tape for any decorations you want to add to your students' lockers.
We also ask that all windows be free from any decor, including covering them up with paper.
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Letterhead
An updated letterhead can be found in this link on Google. This is a shared document, so please make a copy for your own use.
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Meeting Room Request
We have meeting rooms located throughout the building. To reserve one of the rooms, please include the room in your Google meeting invite. This will reserve the room during your meeting time.
If you have questions, please contact Dusty Drager at ddrager@isd2135.org.
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Printing/Faxing
Printing: Your print code is your lunch number. Contact the elementary or secondary secretary if you do not know your lunch number.
Sending a Fax: To fax a document from your computer, simply print it and select the " fax " printer." Remember to include the 8 in your fax number to get an outside line.
Receiving a Fax: Our fax number is 507-524-4919. If a fax is sent to you, our secretaries will email it to you.
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TV Displays
Say goodbye to paper flyers, instant communication is now at our fingertips!
Do you have a club meeting or an upcoming event you want students to know about?
Send your information to Kim (marss@isd2135.org), and she will display your announcement on the TV displays located throughout the building!
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Visitors
If you are expecting a visitor this year, let one of the building secretaries know, and they will add them to the Envoy system. Your visitor will need to enter through the District/Elementary office and check in. A name badge will be issued, and they will be asked to wait in the lobby for you. You will be notified via text and email that your guest has arrived. Once their visit is complete, they will need to check out through the Envoy system in the District/Elementary Office. If you have any questions, please speak to your building secretary.
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Wi-Fi Password
If you need it for your Chromebook, please see Dee or Billy. They will set that up for you.
If you need it for your cell phone, please use the MR-Student network. The password is: MR3@gles
If you have a guest who needs Wi-Fi, they should use the MR-Guest network, the password is: W3lc0me
