District 622 e-news
August 1, 2023
January 30, 2024
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Enrollment 2024-2025
Enrollment for the 2024-2025 school year is now open.
Pre-K & Kindergarten Information Nights
In-person at your child’s future school
February 20, 2024, at 6 p.m. Find out your child’s school at www.isd622.org/enroll
Kindergarten dual language immersion programs:
Mandarin: February 20, 2024, at 5 p.m. at
Eagle Point Elementary
Spanish: February 20, 2024, at 5 p.m. at
Castle Elementary
Hmong: February 20, 2024, at 5 p.m. at
Richardson Elementary
COVID tests available
FREE COVID test are available for pick-up for all District 622 families at all schools. You can view 2023-24 COVID policies here.
622 Education Foundation Award of Excellence nominations
The 622 Education Foundation's Award of Excellence is still accepting nominations! Applications can be submitted now through Tuesday, February 20th.
If you know one or more 2024 graduating students in ISD 622 who stands out in one, or more, of the following characteristics: Community, Courage, Imagination, Achievement, Integrity and/or Resilience, nominate them for a 622 Education Foundation Award of Excellence at the link below.
Link to Nominate:
http://622educationfoundation.com/2024-award-of-excellence/
2024 Award of Excellence Dates:
Award of Excellence at Tartan - Wednesday, May 15th
Award of Excellence at North - Wednesday, May 22nd
Upcoming Events
Northern Lights Show Choir Showcase
North's Northern Lights Show Choir showcase and silent auction is this Thursday, February 1, at 7 p.m.
Points of Pride
Northern Lights Show Choir competition results
The Northern Lights Show Choir was the first runner-up at the Altoona Locopalooza 2024 (WI) over the weekend. They were also awarded Best Vocals.
They will compete in the Eau Claire Memorial Winterfest this Saturday. Congratulations!
Community Education Learning For All
To view all classes and activities available this Winter, check out the Community Education Learning For All catalog.
Sweetheart Dance
Seniors ages 55 and up come and join the Tartan High School National Honor Society students for a social afternoon of dancing, dessert, and door prizes—music by The Golden Tones Band. Sponsorship is provided by the Tartan High School National Honor Society, and tickets for the reception and dance are just $5 per person!
Visit https://isd622.ce.eleyo.com/course/11454/winter-spring-2024/senior-sweetheart-dance or the Gladstone Community Education Center to purchase your tickets.
Date: Wed, Feb 7 Cost: $5
Time: 3:30–5:30 p.m. Class #: AESR1
Location: Gladstone, Gym
ECFE Classes
Did you know that ECFE provides a FREE infant class? The class runs all year long and includes activities, songs, rhymes, movement and parent discussion with a parent educator. You and your child will spend time together exploring toys and participating in classroom activities in a stimulating environment. Come meet other families and see what ECFE has to offer! Register here: https://isd622.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/10985/ecfe-2023-2024/2023-24-incredible-infants
Community Resources
Washington County Vaccination Clinics
Washington County is offering monthly vaccination clinics. Appointments can be scheduled on the Washington County website.
View the attachment below for more information.
Save your receipts!
Purchasing school supplies can get expensive for families. You should save your receipts from these purchases because most school supply purchases qualify for a valuable K-12 Education Credit or Subtraction. Learn more about the credit and subtraction and how to claim it on your taxes next year: www.revenue.state.mn.us/k-12-education-subtraction-and-credit
Alumni News
Alumni news form
We would like to highlight/give a shoutout to alumni of District 622 in upcoming editions of our e-News. Please complete the alumni news form if you have interesting news to share regarding alumni of District 622.
Winter weather alerts
DHS member eligibility renewal process
Through January 2024, Minnesotans on Medical Assistance and MinnesotaCare who need extra time and support will have an additional month to turn in their renewal paperwork.
- If the previous deadline to renew coverage was Aug. 31, 2023, the new deadline is Sept. 30, 2023
- If the previous deadline to renew coverage was Sept. 30, 2023, the new deadline is Oct. 31, 2023.
- If the previous deadline to renew coverage was Oct. 31, 2023, the new deadline is Nov. 30, 2023.
- If the previous deadline to renew coverage was Nov. 30, 2023, the new deadline is Dec. 31, 2023.
- If the previous deadline to renew coverage was Dec. 31, 2023, the new deadline is Jan. 31, 2024.
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Peachjar electronic flyers
Visit the Peachjar electronic flyer page and click on your school's name to see what's happening at your school and in our community.
Join the 622 team!
We're Hiring! Join ISD 622!
We are looking for candidates who are enthusiastic and passionate about what they do. Join our team and become a Paraeducator, Substitute Teacher, or School Bus Driver (we'll help you get your CDL)!
Please visit our careers site for a list of open positions.
For more information please contact Human Resources at (651) 748-7421.
Email: communications@isd622.org
Website: www.isd622.org
Location: 2520 12th Avenue East, North St. Paul, MN
Facebook: facebook.com/isd622
Twitter: @isd622
Instagram: @isd622
Please direct your questions or comments to communications@isd622.org