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Bridges Breeze
Friday, February 16, 2024
We love to see our Bridges Bears each and Every Day! Attendance is Essential!
Drop off and Pick Up
Families -
Thank you for dropping off and picking up students outside the bus zones (yellow painting on the sidewalk). Also, if you drop off or pick up across the street from Bridges, please walk or student/s across the street. It is essential we continue to be safe!
Exciting news for our families! The construction of the new safe and secure office will begin this spring. We will continue to communicate the timeline when we know it. This will change some of the entrances, drop-off, and pick-up locations at the end of the school year.
Staff Spotlight for the week
Ms. Holly - Paraprofessional
Ms. Holly is excited each day to work with her students and give them the support they need. Each student is unique and I have been enjoying getting to know them and help them reach their goals. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with my family, being in nature, and embroidery.
Mrs. Jessica - Head Cook
Outside of work Mrs. Jessica enjoys diving into a good book, gardening, spending time with my family, and NATURE! She is passionate about traveling! Her travels usually involve a lot of hiking and that allows her to observe the flora and fauna of this beautiful planet.
She has accepted a new position at an assisted living community in Mankato as a culinary director. While she is very excited for this new adventure, she is sad to be leaving Bridges!!! She has enjoyed every single second here and will miss the kiddos and staff dearly.
She will be back to volunteer when she can, and she hopes to make a few Friday meetings!
Ms. Holly - School Health Aide
Ms. Holly is excited to see the new remodel start to happen at Bridges! Outside of work, she is obsessed with collecting mid century modern vintage glass and swung vases!
Junior Achievement - HELP NEEDED!
Newsletter Message: Volunteers are needed to teach Junior Achievement lessons in Bridges Elementary classrooms! 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade classrooms available. Volunteers have all lesson materials provided and receive a short training by Junior Achievement. This commitment is about 5 hours in the classroom. To sign up or for more information, email Skyler at skyler.carlson@janorth.org.
Snow and Flu Season Information
Snow and flu season are just around the corner! In preparation, here are two important resources that are available on the ISD77 website for your review:
Flu Information for Families - provides influenza information
Weather Related Information - includes details on where to find out about weather related closings and late starts. Please note the NEW MAPS Helpline: 507-387-6046.
Please contact your child's school with any questions or concerns.
Dates to Remember:
February:
Feb. 19 - Bridges Site Council (3:00)
Feb. 20 - Grade 4 Science Museum
Feb. 20 - BAC Fundraiser (Jersey Mike’s)
Feb. 23 - New Family Tours (9:30 AM)
Feb. 23 - Bridges Showcase (1:30)
Feb. 26 - BAC Meeting (7:00)
March:
Mar. 1 - Bridges Lottery
Mar. 1 - Mankato Ballet at West HS (2nd gr.)
Mar. 6 - Young Writers and Artists Conference (Grades 3-5)
Mar. 7 - Bridges Science Fair
Mar. 8 - No School/Prep Day
Mar. 13 - 2 Hour Early Release/PLC
Mar. 14 - Children’s Theatre (Gr. 2-3)
Mar. 14 - Spring Conferences (3:20-8:30)
Mar. 15 - Children’s Theatre (Gr. 4-5)
Mar. 18 - Spring Conferences (3:20-8:30)
Mar. 19 - Spring Conferences (3:20-7:30)
Mar. 20-Taylor Library (Hatlestad)
Mar. 21 - Read & Feed
Mar. 22-29 - No School/Spring Break
Principal & Administrative Assistant
Amanda Robinson, Administrative Assistant
Email: jrittm1@isd77.org
Website: https://bcs.isd77.org/
Location: 320 Garfield Avenue, North Mankato, MN, USA
Phone: (507)387-2800