Primary School
October 4th, 2024
Primary Families -
Happy October! It's hard to believe we're already in the second month of the school year. Our Kindergarteners are starting the month with a fun and exciting trip to the pumpkin patch today, which is sure to be a blast! As we dive into fall, please take a moment to read through this newsletter for important information about upcoming parent-teacher conferences and helpful tips to consider when preparing Halloween costumes for your children. We’re looking forward to a great month ahead!
Have a great weekend!
Amy Grice, Principal
Chisago Lakes Primary School
Conference Information
Conferences are scheduled for:
- October 14th from 4-8pm
- October 15th from 4-8pm
- October 16th from 8am-noon
A few important items to note:
- The building will open for conferences at 3:55 pm. Our priority before 4:00 is student dismissal. We will completely clear the building and people can enter for conferences at 3:55 pm. Please note you do not need to check into the office. Our doors have automatic schedules and will automatically click open for you at 3:55 pm on Monday and Tuesday of conferences.
The dates are set for conferences. Staff is not able to coordinate conferences outside of the established dates and times.
Starting Friday, September 27th, follow these steps to sign up for your conference times:
Click on the teacher you wish to conference with
Select an open time on the teachers schedule and click Sign Up
Complete the form/required information
Click Sign Up For Your Conference (at the bottom of the form)
When you have successfully completed the sign-up process, you will receive an email confirmation. Families are allowed to schedule one conference per student with the teacher.
*If you have more than one student at Primary, use the “Register for Multiple Conferences” process. You will be able to see multiple teacher’s schedules to make scheduling easier for your family.
Need Help? Have Questions?
-If you need help signing up for a conference, click on the “Help” link
-If you don’t have internet access, contact your student’s teacher to set up a conference.
News from the Media Center - Book Fair
The Primary School Literati Book Fair begins for parents on Monday, October 14 for parents, learn more by visiting our Book Fair homepage. Here are two ways to get ready for it:
1. Shop online between now and Wednesday, October 16. All orders earn rewards for our school's Media Center and will be shipped to your home
2. Set up a Gift Card for your child to shop before school on the following dates:
- Friday, October 11 - all grades
- Monday, October 14 - First grade only
- Tuesday, October 15 - Kindergarten only
Email our District Library Media Specialist, Mary Berning at mberning@isd2144.org with any questions.
Halloween Costumes
Students are already talking about costumes they are dreaming of wearing for Halloween on Thursday, October 31st. Stay tuned for details about the day.
As students think about creating, making, or getting costumes, please make sure to help your student keep it "Primary Appropriate." We want Halloween to be fun, not scary. Here are some guidelines we're asking everybody to follow:
No weapons of any kind should be brought to school- even fake weapons that are accessories to a costume.
No face paint or hair coloring spray- the custodians will already have a monumental cleaning task after the kids head home.
No gore: Blood guts, etc.
Students wearing costumes that do not follow the items listed above will need to change out of their costume. Thank you for helping us keep this a fun, not scary event at school.
PTO News
Fall Fundraiser Update
Conference Meals
It sure does feel like Fall this week and soon conferences will be right around the corner!
CONFERENCE MEALS:
OCT 14TH & OCT 15TH
To donate: https://www.zeffy.com/donation-form/dbc63fa9-c114-460e-a24f-340241324c82
To sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4FABAF2BA4F49-51901920-fall
JAKES ON THE LAKE : October 7th
Northern Night
OCTOBER 15TH
Mention the PTO and the school will get 10% of your bill!
YEARBOOKS ON SALE: ORDER EARLY!
Yearbooks will be sold online only; no in-school purchasing. All yearbooks will be delivered to the address you provide Jostens at time of checkout.
DEADLINE is February 28th.
Garden Club
If you love to garden and want to get involved, we have a club for you!
Little Wildcats Preschool, Preschool + Parents, ECFE
Upcoming Dates
- Monday, Oct. 7th - No School - Staff Development
- Tuesday, Oct. 8th - Exploring the World of Loose Parts Class @ Taylors Falls
- Friday, Oct 11th - Lendt's Pumpkin Patch ECFE Trip
- Oct 14th - 18th - NO Little Wildcats, ECFE, or Preschool+Parents Classes
- Oct 16th - 18th - MEA Break
- Tuesday, Oct 22nd - Blocks, Building and Extended Play Class @ Primary School
- Tuesday, Oct 29th - Trick or Treating at Parmly
Conferences
Conference sign up starts Friday, September 27th (TODAY!) at 8:00 am and will close on October 9th at 10:00 pm.
Conferences are scheduled for:
- October 14th, 15th and 16th
A few important items to note:
- Please note that during the school day on Monday and Tuesday, students will still be in the building so families will need to check in at the front office
- If your conference is after 4:00pm, you can enter the building through Door 15 without checking in
The dates are set for conferences. Staff is not able to coordinate conferences outside of the established dates and times
Starting Friday, September 27th, follow these steps to sign up for your conference times:
Click on the teacher you wish to conference with
Select an open time on the teachers schedule and click Sign Up
Complete the form/required information
Click Sign Up For Your Conference (at the bottom of the form)
When you have successfully completed the sign-up process, you will receive an email confirmation. Families are allowed to schedule one conference per student with the teacher.
*If you have more than one student at Primary, use the “Register for Multiple Conferences” process. You will be able to see multiple teacher’s schedules to make scheduling easier for your family.
Need Help? Have Questions?
-If you need help signing up for a conference, click on the “Help” link
-If you don’t have internet access, contact your student’s teacher to set up a conference.
Trips and Classes
Community Education
Dont Forget to Follow Us!
Chisago Lakes Early Childhood Parents for more fun and interesting ideas you can share with your child. It's also a fun place to connect with other families in the community with young children!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/CLEarlyChildhood/
Chisago Lakes Community Education to see what fun and interesting things we have going on down at the WCC to make sure you don't miss out on anything!
We are now on INSTAGRAM!
Drumroll please... We are officially part of the Instagram family! Follow us for all things community education, fun activities, and valuable resources. Let's grow together! @clcommunityed
Community Opportunities
Trick or Treat on Main Street
Join us for our annual Trick or Treat on Main Street! Local area businesses will have prizes, treats, games, and fun for kids and their families. Be sure to stop by the Chamber to visit the businesses that will be in Memorial Park next to the Chamber building. More details to follow as the planning continues!
Do you have a child ages 3-8 if so they are invited to join the Girl Scout Ladyslippers Troop 58114 to our Stuff-A-Turkey Fundraiser!
When: November 13th
Where: Check out details & order tickets at: gsladyslippers58114.com
What's Included (for just $25):
- A fun “Stuff-A-Turkey” activity with your very own Turkey “Tom” stuffie
- A small satin heart to place inside your stuffie with a special wish of your own
- Popcorn
- Hotdog
- Beverage for both child and caregiver
- Adoption Certificate for your new stuffed friend
- Viewing of the movie Free Birds
Adults chaperoning attend for FREE and are required to stay with their child throughout the event. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to have fun, stuff a turkey, and support your local Girl Scouts! Get your tickets today at http://gsladyslippers58114.com
#GirlScoutsFundraiser #SupportLocal #FamilyFun #StuffATurkey #Troop58114 #Ladyslippe
Chisago Lakes Girl Scouts Sign Up Day
Explore the galaxy with your grown-up as you meet new friends and learn about all the fun things you can do as a Girl Scout! You’ll meet local Girl Scouts and volunteers, connect with other families interested in learning more, and find out how to start your own troop or join an existing one. You'll also have the chance to join Girl Scouts for free!
This free event welcomes all families in Lindstrom and the surrounding areas. A caregiver must attend with each child. Girl Scouts is an activity for the whole family — you’ll learn about opportunities for you and your Girl Scout to make memories together!
Girl Scouts River Valleys is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all families. We are happy to make accommodations for you or your child — please let us know when registering or email girlscouts@girlscoutsrv.org.
If you have questions, please reach out to us at girlscouts@girlscoutsrv.org or 800-845-0787. We look forward to meeting you!
Chisago Lakes Primary School
All the best,
Amy Grice, Principal
Email: agrice@isd2144.org
Website: https://www.isd2144.org/Primary
Location: 11009 284th St, Chisago City, MN 55013
Phone: (651) 213-2200