A message from the principal
Greetings Island Lake Families,
I’m pleased to share that we have just wrapped up our second week of school, and what a successful week this was! We continued building our learning communities, spent time in community at Snail Lake Park after school on Tuesday, began the process of collecting screening data in literacy with select students, and capped off the week with a practice assembly, where we reviewed our C.A.R.E.S. in that shared space. I can feel the inclusive culture of our school growing by the day!
In an effort to increase communication between our school and families, I would like to invite you to a Caregiver Conversation with me next Wednesday, September 18, in Google Meet. The topic for our first meeting is “Principal Q&A”. Please bring a question or two for our group to discuss, as this is a conversation and not a presentation. Thanks in advance to those who are able to join: meet.google.com/gxm-sovu-rcz.
On a personal note, my daughters and I are trying to settle back into our school week routines, which include the usual items: cooking meals that at least one of them refuses to eat (even though they ate it the last time I made it), shuttling them to play practices, and hosting homework sessions where their math work looks so different than the math I remember completing as a student. These busy weeks really do pull at the fabric of our family connectedness. I’m eyeballing the MEA break for a trip up to our cabin in Crosslake, a place for us to push aside work/school and focus on our family.
Have an amazing weekend!
Bill
Picture Day is Thursday, September 26!
Picture Day Reminders:
- Don't wear green, please! Green clothing will disappear in the background.
- View photos online and buy photo packages AFTER picture day at JostensPix using Event Code: FE54024. An email will be sent to families when pictures are ready to view.
- Pictures are shipped directly to home.
- Retake day is Thursday, October 24.
Choir is now open for all 4th & 5th students!
All 4th & 5th graders are invited to participate in the Island Lake choir. Mrs. Stromback, Island Lake music teacher, welcomes all interested students without an audition or prior choral experience to join. Instruction focuses on proper vocal technique and learning to sing harmony. Students will have the opportunity to learn about many different styles of music and performance techniques. There will be opportunities to perform with the choir later in the year.
Choir is FREE of charge and will meet on Monday mornings from 8:05-9:05 a.m. Choir will start on Monday, September 30, and will rehearse in the music room (Room 148). Depending on enrollment numbers, an additional class might be added that won’t conflict with band or orchestra.
To join choir, please register below. Questions? Please contact Mrs. Stromback at amanda.stromback@mvpschools.org.
The PTA would like to extend its appreciation and thanks to every family who attended the Fall Picnic. You all are what make these events such a success.
The Fall Fundraiser is ramping up, and is a great first opportunity to jump in and help make it a success as well. Two example roles already identified and waiting for support include:
- Reward tracking and delivering class rewards.
- End of fundraiser celebration support and help the kids party.
If you are interested in volunteering for any event, helping plan something new, or want more information from the PTA regarding what we can do for you (other), please fill out *this* form. https://forms.gle/PDAHBr7hXU4vDH8B8
Save The Date: First PTA Meeting -- Wednesday, September 25 @ 6:oo p.m., Island Lake School Library
Let's Talk About It: Coping with school anxiety
We're back at it! With the return to school, some students may show an increase in anxiety. What does this mean? What can you do to help? Read the latest blog from the District's Student Support Team for more information.
Before- and after-school activities available
Community Education offers a variety of before- and after-school and non-school day activities for students. Activities may include art, chess, Rubik's cube, robotics, Spanish, sports, theater, yoga and more! Check out the upcoming offerings at your school here.
Reduced fees and financial assistance
Youth within Mounds View Public Schools boundaries who qualify for educational benefits receive a 50% discount on qualifying enrichment and activities fees. Questions? Call the Community Education Hotline at 651-621-6020.
Beginning of the year information
The Elementary Handbook is available!
View the 2024-25 Elementary Handbook here.
The handbook includes information on lunch and recess, vacations, health services, attendance and more. Below are two commonly asked items.
- Birthday Treats: In order to provide a safe environment for our students with food sensitivities, all elementary schools have the following guideline for birthday celebrations: If you wish to bring something to share with classmates for a birthday celebration, please limit it to a non-food acknowledgement . Please do not send latex balloons. Donation examples include, but are not limited to, the following: student’s favorite book to the class collection, stickers, pencils, pens, markers, erasers, a board game to the class for indoor recess days, etc
- Cell Phones/Smart Watches/Cellular Devices: It is the school’s expectation that cell phones remain in the student’s backpack throughout the day, including while on the bus. If your student brings a device and it becomes a distraction to his/her learning or the learning of others, or if it impacts the security of students, a parent/guardian will be notified and the device may be held in the main office until the end of the day. Devices should not be used as a method of communication during the school day. Necessary communication between home and school, and a student and family, should be directed to the front office or the classroom teacher. As with anything of value, the school is not liable for theft or damage.
Attendance Line
If your child will be late or absent, please call 651-621-7001 to leave a message on the 24-hour attendance voicemail line or enter the absence through ParentVue.
Lunch Menu
Elementary school menus are available here.
Application for Educational Benefits
The Application for Educational Benefits is now available online here. You can also pick up a paper application at Island Lake.
Bus Registration & Questions
If you have busing questions and changes, please email transportation@moundsviewschools.org or call 651.621.6027.
Upcoming events
For up-to-date information on events happening at Island Lake, visit www.moundsviewschools.org/islandlakecalendar.
Monday, September 16
No Activities Scheduled
Tuesday, September 17
MV Community Education: Soccer Skills, 4:05-5:05 p.m.
Wednesday, September 18
5th Grade Orchestra, Large Group, 8:05-9:05 a.m.
Thursday, September 19
4th Grade Orchestra Summer Beginners, Large Group, 8:05-9:05 a.m.
MV Community Education: Broadway Bound Theater Class, 4:05-5:05 p.m.
Friday, September 20
4th Grade Orchestra Fall Beginners, Large Group, 8:05-9:05 a.m.
MV Community Education: Elementary Chess Club, 8:30-9:05 a.m.
MV Community Education: Robotics Problem Solvers, 4:05-5:05 p.m.
School Picture Day
Thursday, September 26
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