

October 10, 2024

October 10, 2024
Calendar
October 16-18: No School-- Fall Break
CogAT Testing for Students in Grades 2 and 4
All students in grades 2 and 4 will take the Cognitive Abilities Test™ (CogAT®). This test helps us identify students' strengths in reasoning and problem-solving, and if they need advanced academic opportunities.
The testing will take place from late October to November, over three different days.
CogAT evaluates students’ reasoning abilities in three areas:
Verbal → Using words for reasoning and problem-solving
Quantitative → Using numbers and patterns for reasoning and problem-solving
Nonverbal→ Using shapes and figures for reasoning and problem-solving
Teachers will guide students through practice problems to prepare them for questions they will see on the test. Families can support their children by making sure they get enough sleep and encouraging them to do their best.
We will use the test results to understand your child’s strengths and needs for advanced learning. Families will receive CogAT results in February.
If you don’t want your child to take the test, please fill out this form and return it to the classroom teacher by October 16.
If you have any questions about CogAT testing, please contact Trina Hira at trina.hira@isd623.org.
Important Notice: New Immunization Requirements for Roseville Area Schools
Starting Monday, October 21, 2024, Roseville Area Schools will enforce the Minnesota immunization law. This is crucial for maintaining healthy and safe school communities. Here's what you need to know:
Students must meet one of the following criteria to continue attending school:
- Have received all required immunizations
- Have a scheduled immunization appointment
- Have submitted a notarized exemption form
Starting October 21, 2024:
- Students who do not meet the immunization requirements will be instructed to stay home until the requirements are met.
- These absences will be marked as unexcused.
Why this matters:
- This policy helps protect our most vulnerable students, who are unable to receive vaccines.
- It minimizes the time students miss due to disease outbreaks, as those not immunized may be required to stay home per the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH).
If your student is missing any immunizations, you will receive a notice from the school's health office. Please respond promptly to ensure your student can remain in school.
For questions or concerns, contact your school’s health office.
Author Visit
Author Chris Grabenstein is coming to Brimhall Elementary! (Grades 3-6)
CHRIS GRABENSTEIN is the multiple award-winning, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the LEMONCELLO, WONDERLAND, HAUNTED MYSTERY, SMARTEST KID, and DOG SQUAD series.
He will come and talk to our 3rd-6th graders about his newest book and the writing process on November 7th. (Orders due October 21)
PTA
JOIN our committee! It's lots of fun! email: BrimhallSilentAuction@gmail.com
Join the City of Little Canada and the Carpenter Nature Center for Animals of the St. Croix on Friday, October 18, at 2:00 PM (Spooner Park Lower Shelter.) The Carpenter Nature Center will be hosting a presentation about animals of the St. Croix, including Raptors, Wood Turtles, Map Turtles, Toad, Hognose, and Salamanders. This event is open to all ages!
Cake Chemistry: The Science of Baking! 🍰 🧁
A cake needs simple ingredients like flour, sugar, eggs, and baking powder. Baking may seem like magic, but it is actually science in action! We will experiment to see which chemical reactions produce the best cakes.
Mon, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 24
4:00 - 5:30 p.m.
Grades K - 6
Drawing Baby Animals - MEA Break Camp! 🦦 🦌 🖍️
Looking for MEA Break activities for your child? Register them for this MEA opportunity: Drawing Baby Animals with Young Rembrandts! We'll begin with the heartwarming realism of nature's young, from a fawn to playful otters. Transition into Kawaii style, capturing those irresistibly cute, wide-eyed creatures. Add a twist as we imagine baby animals donning fashionable attire, blending humor with creativity, and dive into mythical baby creatures!
Thursday & Friday, Oct 17 & 18
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Grades K - 6
Aŋpétu Téča Education Center
Roseville Raider Youth Wrestling Club! 🌟
Introduce your students in grades K - 6 to the sport of wrestling! This program will offer opportunities for fun, play, hard work, technique, competition, and all the other benefits the sport has to offer. This is an introduction to basic wrestling that any child, of any experience level, is invited to be part of. Each student will receive a t-shirt and enjoy an end of year pizza party!
This program will be coached by the current Roseville High School Wrestling coaches and wrestlers.
Mon & Wed, Nov 6 - Dec 11
6:00 - 7:15 p.m.
Roseville Area High School
Grades K - 6
Junior Raiders Dance Team! 👟 🎵
The Junior Raiders Dance Team is a fun, non-competitive club available to students in grades 3 - 6. No tryout necessary and no experience necessary, all who join will be a member! This is a great low-commitment opportunity for elementary students to be introduced to the sport of dance team and prepare for the 7 - 12th grade dance team. We'll focus on building basic technique and skills in dance as well as promoting school spirit. Our routines are choreographed with all experience levels in mind. Coached by the Roseville Dance Team coach Brittany Rehling.
We will perform at the Roseville Dance Team's winter show on Saturday January 18th, 2025! Each participant will receive a t-shirt to wear in the show.
Mondays, Nov 18 - Jan 27
[OR register for January only]
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Grades 3 - 6