EAGLE NEWS

October 2023

Homecoming 2023 Video

Upcoming Dates

Sept. 29: Third Grade Field Trip to Itasca

Oct. 2-6: Bus Safety Week

Oct. 4:

Walk to School Day
Early Out at 1 p.m.

Oct. 9-13: Homecoming Week & National Fire Prevention Week

Oct. 9: Homecoming Coronation at 2 p.m.

Oct. 13:

Spirit Breakfast (7-12)
Elementary Pep Fest (morning)
Hallway Parade
High School Pep Fest (afternoon)
1st Grade Field Trip to Otter Berry Farm (afternoon)
Fire Posters due!

Oct. 14: Designer Purse Bingo (Close-Up Fundraiser)

Oct. 16-18: Fall Scholastic Book Fair

Oct. 19-20: No School (Fall Break)

Oct. 20: Blood Drive from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in Activity Center

Oct. 23: School Board Meeting at 5:30 p.m.

Oct. 30:

M/W Pre-K Halloween Celebration
JH/SH Choir Concert at 7:30 p.m.

Oct. 31: Halloween Celebration(see poster for guidelines)

Nov. 3: End of HS Quarter

Nov. 6: JH/SH Band Concert (Time TBD)

Nov. 8: Veterans Day Concert 9 a.m. and 10 a.m.

Nov. 9: No School/Parent Teacher Conferences

Nov. 10: No School

Nov. 17: Community Carnival 4-7 p.m.

Nov. 20: Fiftieth Day of School Celebration (first grade)

Nov 23-24: School Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday

Click Here for the Sports Calendar

Event Information

Oct. 4: Walk to School Day

Zach Hocking, the new Elementary Physical Education Teacher, will continue the tradition of participating in National Walk to School Day. This activity is held right away in the morning on Wednesday, Oct. 4. In this event, we pair the younger and older elementary students to practice safe walking skills as they take a mile loop around town.

Oct. 4: Early Out at 1 p.m.

New York Mills teachers have scheduled professional development from time to time. These days are scheduled Early Outs. During an Early Out, the student day ends at 1 p.m. Teachers use the remainder of the school day to meet in their PLC's.

Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) are vital in schools because they facilitate collaboration among teachers, leading to the sharing of effective teaching practices and improved student learning. By analyzing student performance data collectively, educators can make informed decisions to tailor their instruction for better outcomes. Through reflective discussions and continuous professional development within PLCs, teachers can enhance their skills and contribute to a positive educational environment.

Oct. 9-13: Homecoming!

New York Mills School District will celebrate Homecoming Week from Oct. 9-13. Watch for a full schedule of events next week.

Monday, Oct. 9:

Homecoming Coronation at 2 p.m.
PJ Day

Tueday, Oct. 10

80s Day

Wednesday, Oct. 11

Country Club vs. Country day

Thursday, Oct. 12

Swifties day

Friday, Oct. 13:

Spirit Breakfast (7-12)
Elementary Pep Fest (morning)
Hallway Parade
High School Pep Fest (afternoon)

Oct. 13: Elementary Yearbook Sale Ends

Save $5 and order your NY Mills Elementary Yearbook for $16. After October 13, the price increases to $21.

Oct. 11-28: Elementary Art Show

The NY Mills Regional Cultural Center is calling all young artists to participate in the Elementary Art Show. All mediums, 2D and 3D work accepted. Students between the ages of 4-12 are invited to submit artwork for the show, which runs from October 11-28. Submit your art from now through the start of the show. The art can be done at home or school. See the poster below for more information.

Elementary Art Show!

Oct. 12: Due Date For Auxiliary Coloring Contest

The NY Mills VFW Auxiliary will offer a Veterans Day coloring contest for elementary-age students. As in the past, small prizes will be given to winners in each grade. They are due Thursday, October 12.

Info: Any child grades K-6 can do any or all coloring sheets and interview a veteran if they wish/know a veteran. The interview sheet is new from the MN State Americanism chairperson. The interview would be easier for students in upper grades but is not limited to them. Completed coloring sheets will be given to local veterans and some may be used to decorate at the Veterans Day program at the school or sent to Fergus Fall Veterans Home.

VFW Auxiliary Coloring Contest

Oct. 14: Designer Purse BINGO

On Saturday, Oct. 14, the NY Mills Booster Club & the NYM Close Up Program will host a fundraiser event at the NYM VFW. Tickets are $50 and include a Taco Bar and 20 Bingo Games! There will also be split-the-pot games and a silent auction for a variety of gift baskets. Tickets can be purchased at the NYM District Office, the NY Mills VFW, or by contacting Jason Boe at 218-385-2553 ext 128 or jboe@nymills.k12.mn.us

Designer Purse Bingo Poster

Oct. 16-18: Scholastic Book Fair

The Scholastic Book Fair will be set up in the Elementary Media Center starting Monday, October 16. Shoppers are welcome to purchase books during the following times:

Oct. 16 - 11:30-1:00

Oct. 17 - 11:30-1:00 & 3:15-6:00

Oct. 18 - 11:30-1:00

Shoppers can purchase through the online store starting Oct. 12 through Oct. 25.

eWallet will be available again this year.

Oct. 19-20: No School

Fall break begins on Thursday, Oct. 19, with school resuming on Monday, Oct. 23.

Oct 23: School Board Meeting at 5:30 p.m.

The NY Mills School Board Meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, October 23. The meeting is open to the public and is held in the NY Mills High School Media Center.

School Board Minutes

Oct. 31: Halloween

As per tradition, New York Mills Public School will celebrate Halloween with costumes on Tuesday, October 31. The M/W Pre-K group will celebrate on Monday, Oct. 30. Please read the guidelines below for costumes and snacks that are brought to school.

Elementary: Bring a costume to school to pull on over clothes for individual classroom parties. Costumes must be school-appropriate, not too scary, or include weapons. The face can NOT be completely covered with paint or masks. Donated food to be shared should be individually wrapped items.

High School: Donate $1 for the Student Council Fundraiser and wear a costume all day. Costumes must follow the dress code and be school-appropriate. Offensive costumes will not be allowed. No weapons. The face can NOT be completely covered with paint or a mask.

PDF of Halloween Guidelines

Things to Know

From the District Office:

This year school breakfast and lunches are free, however, there are fees for extra items. If students take a reimbursable meal (based on Federal requirements), there is no charge. If students only need milk to go with their lunch from home, there is a $0.40 charge per carton. If students purchase anything extra besides their meal, they will be charged (Powerade, seconds on food, extra drinks or ala carte items-uncrustable, breakfast bar, etc.). Students need to have money in their accounts to cover these costs.

Weekly emails will be sent to those parents that have students with a negative balance. Payments can be made online at https://www.payschoolscentral.com/ or cash or check can be sent to the District Office to be applied to student accounts.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact the District Office at 218-385-4201.

Note from the Activites Director:

Fall sports are heading into playoff mode with sectionals coming up shortly. Our teams have worked hard and enjoying the final weeks of their seasons. A big thank you to all parents and volunteers we appreciate all you do for our programs.

Mr. Radniecki

NYM AD

Note from the Health Office

For school year 2023-2024:

Incoming Kindergartners will need to be up-to-date on vaccinations.
Incoming 7th graders will need to have a TDaP (tetanus shot) and Meningococcal vaccine before school starts.
Incoming 12th graders will need to have their 2nd Meningococcal vaccine (booster shot) before school starts.

*Any conscientious exemption forms must be notarized and must also mark which vaccines you exempt your child from.

NOTICE: If your child needs any prescription medication administered at school, including eye drops, you must present a doctor's order requesting the medication be given at school. The order must be turned in before any medication will be administered. Office visit notes will not be accepted as a doctor's order.