Hawk Talk

November Breakfast Menu

November Lunch Menu

Bosco sticks, then anything cheesy

Green beans

Carrot sticks

Variety of fruit

Milk

Rice Lake Calendar

Rice Lake Website

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The PTO Family Movie Night is TONIGHT! We can't wait to see all of you for Despicable Me 4!

The doors will open at 6:30 and the movie begins promptly at 7:00pm.

Parents must stay with students during the event.

Each year, the school’s fundraising efforts help support Art or STEM residency programs at the school. This year, Northern Clay Center teacher, Comstock, has been facilitating creative and hands-on learning experiences with students this month! The variety of clay projects, from wall art to gnome homes, have sparked a lot of imagination and excitement. The glazing and kiln firing process will add the finishing touches to their creations, making them truly unique. Students will have their projects back the week of December 16th—just in time to showcase their artistic efforts over winter break!

Thank you to all who dined at Jersey Mike’s off Lexington and 108th in Blaine last weekend!
Together we raised $1,026 in our dine-to-donate event.

Thanks to Jersey Mike’s for such great support and partnership with our school!

Mark your calendars for another Dine-to-Donate evening!
Tuesday, December 3rd is Rice Lake Day at Pizza T.
Just order for pick-up or dine-in and 20% of all sales will be donated to the school.

No code or coupon required.

The Rice Lake Student Council would like to thank everyone who brought in food items to donate to those in need. We had a great response to our call for help!

Ms. Gemuenden's 3rd Grade Class brought in the most and will get a pizza party.

Ms. Bartlett's Kindergarten Class came in second with donations and will get a popsicle party for their efforts. All of the non-perishable items brought in will be donated to our local food shelf.

Thanks again to everyone who donated!

If your student will be leaving early for Thanksgiving Break,
please let us know by filling out the attendance in your Parent Portal.

If you need assistance with how to submit your student's attendance, please click on the link below.

Campus Attendance Instructions

Thank you!

Please have your students look through the overflowing lost and found here at school. There are many nice coats, water bottles, etc.

We will be donating items after Wednesday, November 27th.

Please make sure to put your student's name on things that they bring to school. We do our best to look for names and return items to students.

The Nurse’s Office at Rice Lake is looking for gently used clothing donations.

We are specifically looking for the following items:

• boys and girls shorts size XS-M (or 4/5, 6/7, 8)
• boys and girls (or gender neutral) shirts both short- and long-sleeved size XS - M
• boys pants size XS-M

If you have gently used items that no longer fit your child, we would love to utilize them in the Nurse’s Office.There will be a bin in the front entry, outside of the office, where you can drop your donations. Thank you!

Tuesday, December 3rd - 2nd Grade

Wednesday, December 4th - 3rd Grade

Thursday, December 5th - 4th Grade

Friday, December 6th - 5th Grade

There will be fun school supplies and snacks!

It's time to get your yearbook ordered. The Yearbook will be put together through Lifetouch again this year. You can order online at anytime. Don't miss out on all of the memories from the 24-25 school year.

The Yearbook Code for Rice Lake is 15092425

Click on the link below to order your yearbook today!

When students are caught doing good things, staff members give them a Hawk Hero slip.

Every Friday, student names are drawn for a pizza lunch with Principal Carlson.

Here are this week's winners!

Kindergarten - Cassidy Carter

First - Case Bible

Second - Parker Gramer

Third - Joey Fehn

Fourth - Natalie Van Abel

Fifth - Molly Jokela

Cafe Helper - Nora Quale

Save the date for upcoming school events this upcoming school year!

• Family Movie Night: Friday, Nov 22, 2024 (TONIGHT!)

• Pizza T Dine-to-Donate Night: Tuesday, Dec 3, 2024 (20% donated!)

• Zero Gravity School Spirit Night: Thursday, January 16, 2025

• Teacher’s Pet Raffle: Thursday, February 20, 2025

• Cheap Skate: Tuesday, March 25, 2025

• Author’s Night: Tuesday, April 8, 2025

• Carnival: Sunday, May 18, 2025

Upcoming PTO meetings - in the Media Center - all are welcome!

• PTO Meeting: Thursday, Dec 19, 2024 @ 5:30 - 7:00PM

• PTO Meeting: Thursday, Jan 9, 2025 @ 5:30 - 7:00PM

• PTO Meeting: Thursday, Feb 6, 2025 @ 5:30 - 7:00PM

• PTO Meeting: Thursday, Mar 20, 2025 @ 5:30 - 7:00PM

On social more than email? Follow the RLE PTO on Facebook & Instagram to keep up on events and important reminders.

• Facebook - Rice Lake Elementary PTO Lino Lakes

• Instagram - ptoricelakelinolakes

Nominate a Centennial graduate or an individual who has made an impact on Centennial Schools

Visit isd12.org/get-involved/hall-of-fame for nomination information. Note: Criteria and application process have changed. Deadline: January 6, 2025.

Want to receive school closing and bus delay info by text?
Text “Y” or “Yes” to 67587. Families must opt in to receive Centennial text messages annually. Terms and conditions: Message frequency varies. Standard message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to cancel.

Make a Difference and Substitute in our Schools!

Don’t miss this chance to get involved and make a difference in the Centennial School District! No experience necessary; training provided!

This is a great opportunity to:

• Be involved in your child’s education and help out in the schools.
• Turn your volunteer hours into extra income.
• Work a schedule that fits with your student’s schedule.
• Get paid weekly and take advantage of bonus opportunities.

Apply at teachersoncall.com; 800-713-4439 for the following positions:

• Substitute Teachers (To qualify, you must have bachelor’s degree with MN Teaching or Substitute License; you can obtain a Short Call License if you have a bachelor’s degree.)
• Substitute Paraprofessionals (To qualify, you must have a HS Diploma/GED.)

Substitutes are also needed for Kids Club, food service, custodial, administrative assistants, and nurses. More information can be found on the Centennial website.

The Winter Activity Guide opens December 4 at 8 am.

• After School Youth Soccer
• Cougar Cub Basketball Camp
• Encanto Musical Theater
• Kids Dance
• Multiplayer Minecraft: Map Builder
• Canvas Fun: Spring Flowers… and much more!

Join us for Open Swim select Sundays in November and December!

Open Swim will be held Nov. 24, and Dec. 1 & 15, 3-5 pm, Centennial Community Pool, Centennial High School, Door N52. The cost of Open Swim is $2/per person payable at the pool. For more information, please contact Pool Coordinator, Clare Waddell, cwaddell@isd12.org.

More happening soon:

Dec 5 - Sugar Cookie Decorating (ages 10+, adult)

Dec. 7 - Breakfast with Santa (ages 10 and under with adult)

Dec. 14 - Santa’s Holiday Workshop: Gingerbread House Making (ages 3-11 with adult)

Dec. 14 - LED’s, Circuits & Conductivity (ages 5-12)

Dec. 27 - Video Production: “Top” List Creator (gr. 3-5)(virtual)

Dec. 30 - Dungeons & Dragons 101: One Shot Minecraft Adventure (gr. 2-5)(virtual)

Dec. 31 - Spark Equestrian Day Camp (ages 6-12)

Go online to view all activities and to register, community.isd12.org.

Welcome to the Digital Backpack, the district’s central posting place for community flyers. If you have questions regarding these programs, please contact the organizations directly. View the Digital Backpack online.