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March 26, 2024
April 16, 2024
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Upcoming Events
Tartan spring musical
Tartan's spring musical, "All Shook Up," opens April 26, and runs April 26-28, and May 2, 3, 5. The musical features songs by Elvis Presley. Tickets will be available starting tomorrow, Wednesday, April 10, on the Tartan Theatre website.
Multicultural Fair
All are welcome to join us for performances, food, art, and more at our District 622 multicultural fair at North on May 13 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
We hope to see you there!
Scene Around 622
Math Masters
District 622 fifth graders competed in the Math Masters competition on Saturday, April 13. The Math Masters mathematics competition program challenges 5th grade students to use critical thinking and problem-solving skills in mathematics. Students compete as individuals and on teams in eight rounds of competition. Students from Eagle Point, Carver, Castle, Justice Alan Page, and Weaver proudly represented our district and walked away with awards in each category.
Points of Pride
Weaver Playworks award
Last Wednesday, 622 elementary schools received Blue Shirt School recognition for their work with the Playworks recess program for "dedication to prioritizing play as a cornerstone for building inclusive communities rooted in connection, belonging, and fun. Their hope is that their journey will inspire other districts, showcasing the transformative power of prioritizing play and fostering inclusive communities."
622 staff and community members joined students at Weaver to receive the award and participate in play alongside them!
Additionally, on April 4, four Weaver students visited the Capital to talk about the program.
Young Writers contest
23 students at Justice Alan Page Elementary participated in a national Young Writers contest, and all 23 were selected to be a part of the final book! JPE will receive a free copy for their school library.
Volunteers Needed
Tartan Financial Game Day
40 VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED for our 2nd annual Financial Game Day at Tartan High School! On Tuesday, May 7 all students in 11th grade are invited to participate in a fun, engaging financial game day where, using an online app, students learn what it's like to manage finances within the structure of a paid job and family. Students are SHOCKED at how much things cost, which makes it a really fun day for the volunteers.
Check out last year's story in THIS NEWSLETTER to learn more.
Reach out to Melissa McLean with any questions -- mmclean@isd622.org
Weaver Carnival
Weaver is looking for volunteers to assist with their carnival on April 26 from 5:30 - 8 p.m. Sign-up for a 40-minute slot here.
Volunteer opportunities include running games and concessions.
Community Education
Vote Harmony!
Harmony Learning Center is up for Minnesota's Best in Adult Education.
You vote once a day until April 17 (tomorrow)! Please support our adult learners and faculty by voting Harmony Learning Center in "Education/Adult Learning".
Community Education Learning For All
We are excited to announce our new catalog containing many opportunities to fill your upcoming summer days!
Special mention goes out to Tartan High School senior Simone Chounlamontry for her beautiful watercolor print that won 1st place in our catalog cover contest. And to 8th grade Skyview student Drayton Carter whose colored pencil drawing won second place in the contest! Happy browsing!
50 years of ECFE
Please RSVP to 651-748-7280.
Gladstone Crazy Daisy event - French Cabaret
Indulge in a delicious dessert while enjoying a musical performance with Francine Roche, a vocalist from Québec, and Mark Stillman, renowned accordionist who will take you on a cultural journey with an enchanting musical experience.
ECFE enrollment
Enrollment for ECFE Summer and 2024-2025 school year is open! There are two new classes that are being offered which begin in the fall of 2024.
Golden Prom
This year the Golden Prom will be highlighted on the news at WCCO-TV (CBS). Be sure to reserve your tickets to this heartwarming yearly event!
COVID-19 Guidelines Updated
Following Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updates, ISD 622 has updated its COVID-19 protocol. See attached for more information:
Alumni News
Alumni news form
We would like to highlight/give a shoutout to alumni of District 622 in upcoming editions of our e-News. Please complete the alumni news form if you have interesting news to share regarding alumni of District 622.
Enrollment 2024-2025
Enrollment for the 2024-2025 school year is now open.
Find more information at www.isd622.org/enroll
Dual immersion programs now enrolling!
Find information about the programs at isd622.org/language-immersion
Community Resources
Medication Drop Off
Washington County is hosting a medication drop off for old and unused household medications on Saturday, April 20, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Wildwood Elementary in Mahtomedi.
Details and specifics regarding what medication can be dropped off can be found here on the Washington County website.
Measles and the MMR vaccine
Minnesota has identified cases of measles in children who recently returned to the U.S. after traveling internationally. The decline in measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine coverage, coupled with the increase in measles disease nationally and internationally, puts Minnesota at risk of additional measles cases and a measles outbreak.
MDH has information about measles and the MMR vaccine: https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/measles/measlesfacts.html
If your child has any symptoms, please contact your medical provider and school nurse.
Washington County Vaccination Clinics
Washington County is offering monthly vaccination clinics. Appointments can be scheduled on the Washington County website.
View the attachment below for more information.
Save your receipts!
Purchasing school supplies can get expensive for families. You should save your receipts from these purchases because most school supply purchases qualify for a valuable K-12 Education Credit or Subtraction. Learn more about the credit and subtraction and how to claim it on your taxes next year: www.revenue.state.mn.us/k-12-education-subtraction-and-credit
Peachjar electronic flyers
Visit the Peachjar electronic flyer page and click on your school's name to see what's happening at your school and in our community.
Join the 622 team!
We're Hiring! Join ISD 622!
We are looking for candidates who are enthusiastic and passionate about what they do. Join our team and become a Paraeducator, Substitute Teacher, or School Bus Driver (we'll help you get your CDL)!
Please visit our careers site for a list of open positions.
For more information please contact Human Resources at (651) 748-7421.
Email: communications@isd622.org
Website: www.isd622.org
Location: 2520 12th Avenue East, North St. Paul, MN
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Please direct your questions or comments to communications@isd622.org