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The Hawk Talk is packed with information today, please make sure to scroll all the way through for valuable information on what's happening at Rice Lake.

A couple of things I want to point out:

• Safety and Security Message (link below)
• Bingo Tonight
• Fall Fundraiser

The 2024 RLE Fall Fundraiser kicked-off today with a special message from Mr. Carlson - check it out HERE!

Students will be able to collect donations through 99 pledges.

CLICK HERE to begin the process of signing your student(s) up to start receiving donations. Your customized fundraising page link can be shared via email, text, and through social media! Thank you for your support this year in continuing to invest back in the school. See flyers in this email or sent home with your students for more details:

The PTO is also partnering with Chipotle later this month to raise money for Rice Lake.
Check out the details below.

All Spirit Wear can be ordered through our digital form here https://forms.gle/GMbX9n7FWLwNiFQGA

**Note: you will be prompted to pay via PayPal at the end of the form, please keep track of your order total as you go through the form.**

The district sent out the annual safety and security email earlier this week. Please make sure that you read through that information on SRP (Standard Response Protocol) that we use in Centennial Schools. With safety in mind, we will not be having a Character Parade this year and moving forward. Like in years past, classrooms will be doing fun activities but won't be having the parade.

In case you missed the email with the safety information please click on the link below to review it.

Annual Safety and Security Message for Families

It’s time to put on your artist hat and help us to design this year’s cover.

We are excited to see all your creativity as we design the “Picture This!” yearbook for 2024-2025!

All Rice Lake students are invited to design and enter their creation. Student Council will pick the entry that captures the “Picture This!” theme in the most creative and impactful way.

All entries must:

• Be on 8.5x11 inch white paper with a vertical orientation
• Include the words “Rice Lake Elementary” “Picture This!” and “2024-2025”
• Keep text 1 inch from the edge of the paper
• Be original student art/design/drawing
• Have the student’s name, grade, and teacher written in pencil on the back
• Be turned into the Rice Lake front office by Friday, November 1st.

Entries are due by Friday, November 1st.

Tips: Use bold colors! Use the whole page. Mix up your mediums! Try watercolor, crayon, color pencils, markers, ect.

Make sure to protect your creation by enclosing it in a large envelope or page protector. And of course, HAVE FUN!!!!

Many thanks from the Yearbook Committee

We want to send out a big Thank You to everyone who came out on Saturday for the grand opening of our new playground. The weather was fabulous and we had an incredible turn out. We appreciate the dedication and support for the last several years as we focused fundraising efforts on building a new and safe space for students. More photos can be found on the RLPTO Facebook Page.

The yearbook needs your Summer Activity pictures!.

The yearbook committee is requesting photos of students
in their summer sports or other organized activities.

Pictures cannot be from professional photography and must be RLE students only and no adults. Please email photos to yearbookrle@gmail.com with the names of the students in the photo. Thank you for helping to make this year's yearbook great!

We can't wait to share our fall book fair with readers of all ages! Students K - 5 will be visiting the fair during classroom hours and families are welcome to shop after school October 10 & 15.

The Book Fair Committee is looking for additional volunteers to help throughout the year, sign up through the link below. Or look for a link in upcoming Hawk Talks for additional volunteer shift opportunities to help at the fair.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E48ADA828A3FB6-20222023#/

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

While at school, students may experience bathroom accidents, spills or get wet from playing outside, so It is good for students to have an extra set of clothes in their backpack.

We do have items that can be borrowed from the Nurse, but we are running low.

The nurses office is currently accepting donations of new or gently used clothing for students pre-k to 5th grade.

The PTO has also set up a wish list that you can purchase items from. If that is something you are interesed in, please click on the link below.

Clothing Donation Amazon Wish LIst

As a new school year and Centennial athletic season begins, we want to share some information with families.

Tickets for admission to high school athletic events should be purchased online prior to the event. Only online digital tickets are available for sale. Cash is not accepted for admission tickets. Please follow the link below to purchase online admission tickets.

Online Tickets & Cougar Corner Apparel - Centennial High School (isd12.org)

As a reminder Elementary aged students are welcome to attend CHS athletic events, however they are required to be accompanied and supervised by their parent/guardian at all times during the event.

With Centennial Homecoming next Friday, we will be having a couple of
Spirit Days here at Rice Lake next week.

Thursday, September 19th - Hawk wear (blue & green clothing)

Friday, September 20th - Centennial wear (red & white clothing)

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.

Available 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.)

Apply at teachersoncall.com; 800-713-4439

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

Reminder: Annual Review of Student Information
Please review and complete the annual data review for your student/s in the Infinite Campus Parent Portal by Friday, September 20, 2024. Helpful links:

Link to the Parent Portal

How do I log into Parent Portal?

How do I start the annual data review in Parent Portal?

Reminder: Immunization Information
Minnesota law requires children enrolled in childcare, early childhood education, or school to be immunized against certain diseases, unless the child is medically or non-medically exempt.

If proper documentation is not provided, students will be unable to attend school after November 1st, 2023. What you need to do:

• Contact your health care provider and review your student’s immunization status to make sure they are up to date.
• If you missed a required vaccination, make an appointment with a healthcare provider or local clinic as soon as possible.
• Follow up with your students’ school if they have reached out to you regarding your student’s immunization status.
• Turn in medical (must be signed by health care provider) and non-medical (must be notarized) exemption forms to your child’s school.

Visit the MDH website for vaccine schedules, exemption forms and more information including where to get free/low cost immunizations today. Please reach out to your student’s school for any questions. Please note, K-12 immunization status is available on Campus Parent Portal.

Free Meals/Reduced Fees and Other Benefits
Although no application is required to receive one free breakfast and lunch each day at school, filling out the Application for Educational Benefits is still important. Your student may qualify for free and reduced benefits like reduced fees at school and other meal programs. Find out if you quality by completing an application. Applications and instructions can be found online or apply online on your Infinite Capus Parent Portal.

Fall Youth Volleyball League (gr. 4-5) There’s still time to join this fun and recreational league, emphasizing basic skills, teamwork and a love of the game. Register now, practices begin next week!

Happening soon:

Sept. 19 - Fall Soccer Skills (gr. K-2)

Sept. 21- Skyhawks Mini Hawk Flag Football Camp (ages 5-7)

Sept. 21-DASH Volleyball (ages 6-10)

Sept. 21-DASH T-Ball (ages 6-8)

Sept. 21-DASH Basketball Camp (ages 6-10)

Sept. 22 - Cougar Soccer Academy (gr. K-5)

Sept. 26 - 3D Printing Jewelry Design (gr. 3-5)(virtual)

Oct. 1- Youth Cougar Choir (gr. 3-5)

Oct. 3 - Sugar Cookie Decorating (ages 10+)

Halloween Hustle 5K (all ages/family) Join us Saturday, Oct. 26, at Centerville Elementary for this fun walk/run benefiting Centennial Schools. Bring the whole family in costumes, even pets! Stay after the 5K for more family fun including a trunk or treat and touch-a-truck events. The run is a collaboration between Centennial Community Education and the Centennial Alumni Association.

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.