Hidden River Newsletter
Week of May 27th - 31st, 2024
Weekly Reminders
- SAVE THE DATES:
Mon., May 27th - No School (Memorial Day)
Tues., May 28th - 7th Grade Field Trip to the MN Zoo 9:30-2:30
Wed., May 29th - Orchestra Concert 6:30-7:30pm
Thurs., May 30th - 6th Grade Field trip to the Ordway 9:30-11:30am
Thurs., May 30th - Band/Percussion Concert 6:30-7:30pm
Next Week 6/3-6/7:
Thurs., June 6th - 8th Grade Field trip to ValleyFair 9:30am-5:45pm
School Information
8th grade Families:
- The celebration of our 8th grade students will occur on the very last day of school, Monday June 10. In order to be more celebratory for our students and inclusive, we have moved away from the Recognition Ceremony. On the last day of school, while our 6th and 7th graders are on grade level field trips, we are planning some fun activities and opportunities for our 8th graders. Games, competitions, DJ providing music, yearbook signing, photo booth (yes cell phones will be allowed!) and t-shirts will be part of the festivities. Lunch will be provided via a food truck experience. We also recognize our families like to be a part of the transition and will be formally inviting you to a sendoff at the end of the day. More details to follow.
- Valleyfair Final Reminder: This Tuesday, May 28th is the deadline for 8th grade Valleyfair permission slips and money. The $30 fee can be paid with cash or by using the online pay option using the link below or the QR Code. Paper permission slips must be returned to school no matter the payment method used. If you pay online, please be sure that you note your student's name and Foundations teacher when prompted during the online check-out process. Also note that May 28th will start the 8th grade guidelines outlined on the permission slip. If you have any questions, please contact Nichole Campbell at nichole.campbell@spps.org https://spps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getclass/category_id/525/program_id/170.
7th Grade Families: Please view the link below for TWO field trip opportunities for 7th graders! All the underlined words are clickable for more information and permission slips. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Avx6FitGCJ5dKfR3rdxeHIkYBwGT-FpW/view?usp=sharing
6th Grade Families: Field Trip to PINZ (in Oakdale) on June 10th. Field Trip Permission Slips will be handed out on Tuesday May 21st (in your mailbox) and are due back by Monday June 3rd! Field trip cost is $25 (includes 2 hours of bowling, unlimited arcade games, pizza and soda, and transportation). Permission slip below as well.
Walk/Bike & Roll to the Wilson Building!
Is your student curious about biking or walking to the Wilson building next year? Are you curious about the neighborhood? Take a family walk or stroll to 631 Albert St. N next Saturday morning, June 1, to try it out! Stop by the back parking lot (the front of the school is currently under construction) and let us know how your trip went. We'll be there from 10 am - 12 pm.
iPad Collection for Summer
Students returning to any SPPS school, including a high school, are welcome to keep their iPads over the summer. However, students on an iPad contract for the school year will be required to turn in their iPads. All students attending summer school are required to keep their iPads, except those on a contract.
Students whose families do not want their iPads kept over the summer, who are on a contract, and students who will not be returning to an SPPS school for the 2024-25 school year should turn in their iPads, cases, and chargers according to the below schedule:
• Eighth Grade: Wednesday, June 5, before school or during third period Foundations.
• Seventh Grade: Thursday, June 6, before school or during second period Foundations.
• Sixth Grade: Friday, June 7, before school or during first period Foundations.
Please note that students who do need to turn in iPads must do so prior to attending the end of year field trips, including Valley Fair for eighth grade.
If you have questions, please text me at (612) 568-2358.
Thank you for your support.
Cara Hagen
iPad Teacher
2024 - 2025 Family Engagement Plan Draft and Survey
Hidden River is committed to supporting our students, and their families! Each year we update our Family Engagement Plan to make sure we are letting families know that are welcome in Hidden River, and there are many different ways to engage and become involved with the school. Here's a link to a draft of next year's plan. Please take a look and fill out this short survey. We REALLY appreciate your input.
Classroom Updates
8th Grade French
Keep Connected 360 - Family Engagement
We are excited to share we have partnered with Search Institute and Change Inc. to offer a pilot program to Hidden River families this year. Keep Connected 360 offers resources to families, including tips, ideas, activities and learning opportunities to support strong family relationships.
Week 31 Express Care (General)
This Week’s Focus: Show family members that they matter to you. This is a great way to EXPRESS CARE through family relationships.
When you have a few minutes, ask other family members a question or two. Enjoy the conversation!
- What are ways members of your family show that you love and care for each other? How might the ways you do it be different from what other families do?
- People express care differently in different cultures. Are there ways that you express care in your culture that seem different from other people around you?
- If you could have three wishes for other ways you would experience care in your family, what would those wishes be?
- How do you and your friends show each other you care? How are these similar to or different from ways you show care in your family?
- When have you used a talent, skill, or other creative way to show someone you care? (If you haven’t, what could you try sometime?)