Hello Harambee Families -

Welcome back from fall intersession! We hope everyone had a restful and enjoyable break, filled with good memories and time to recharge. As we settle back into our school routines, we’re excited for all the learning, growth, and fun ahead.

The cold air and snow remind us that winter is here. At Harambee, we believe in the importance of outdoor play to keep students active and engaged. Unless the air temperature is below 0, we will continue to have outdoor recess every day.

To make sure our students are comfortable and safe during recess, we kindly ask families to send their children to school dressed appropriately for the season. This includes:

• Warm coats
• Hats or earmuffs
• Gloves or mittens
• Boots and snow pants

If you need assistance with winter clothing, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our berit engstrom, our school social worker, at berit.engstrom@isd623.org.

We’re thrilled to be back and look forward to an amazing three weeks of learning and growth before winter break. Thank you for partnering with us to make this school year a great one for your child!

Same team,

Principal Nathan

• Thursday, December 5 - PTO meeting in Media Center @ 6:30 PM
• Tuesday, December 10 - Osprey Wilds Environmental Field Trip meeting @ 6 PM (families of current 5th and 6th grade students)
• Monday, December 23 - Friday, January 3 - Winter Break (NO SCHOOL)
• Monday, January 20 - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (NO SCHOOL)
• Friday, January 31 - Staff Development (NO SCHOOL)

Beginning November 1, applications will be accepted for 2025-2026 option school and open enrollment. Families of new students who have older children already enrolled in an option school or program have preference but must apply to ensure space availability.

Requests received November 1, 2024-January 15, 2025 will be processed late January and status with next steps will be sent to families the week of February 3.

Contact Central Enrollment (651.635.1626 or enrollment@isd623.org) with questions. If you are interested in more information or a tour at any of our option schools, please contact the schools.

Have you read through our newest Adult Enrichment catalog? Check out the digital catalog online today to see our new classes, events, resources, and more! Physical copies of the catalog will begin arriving in mailboxes early December.

CLICK HERE to read the digital catalog! 📲

Registration is NOW OPEN for winter swim lessons! Does your child know how to swim and stay safe around water? Would you like to learn how to swim? It's never too late! Roseville Community Education offers swim lessons for youth ages 9 months - 14 years old, and adults and teens ages 15+!

Class fill quickly, so we recommend registering early! Unsure of which level to register your child for? Call 651-604-3763.

CLICK HERE to register. 📲

Join our Early Childhood Program in celebrating 50 years of ECFE in the state of Minnesota! We'll have crafts, activities, cookies, and interactive live music at this free event. All families with young children are invited!

Event attendees will get special access to REGISTER EARLY for our next session of ECFE classes - only available from 10:30-11:30am at this event!

🗓 Saturday, December 7, 2024 from 10:30 - 11:30am

📍Aŋpétu Téča Education Center (1910 County Road B W in Roseville)

CLICK HERE to RSVP and learn more! 📲

Calling all builders, inventors, and creative thinkers! Bring your whole family for an evening of creativity and teamwork at our first Family LEGO Night! Unleash your imagination and build unique creations using everyone's favorite building blocks. Spots are limited, so register early.

Enjoy team challenges, LEGO-themed prizes, and family fun for all ages and skill levels. Create your own LEGO mini-fig to bring home! There will also be an optional LEGO swap table at the event. Bring in your gently used LEGO sets to swap them for others that are new to you! Light refreshments and snacks will be available for purchase.

🌀 $45 per team (up to 4 people)

🌀 $5 per additional person

🌀 Monday, December 9 from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.

CLICK HERE to register, or call 651-604-3770 📲