Primary Families -

What a fantastic first week of school! It’s been wonderful to see so many smiles, new friendships forming, and students eagerly learning their new routines. Our staff has been working hard to make sure each child feels welcomed and supported, and the energy throughout the building has been so positive.

At Primary School, we know how deeply our families care for their children, and we take safety very seriously. September is Safety Month, and we will be focusing on how to stay safe in various situations because every student is special and loved. We focused on bus safety this week and fire safety is next week.

We look forward to a great year ahead, filled with learning, growth, and friendships!

Have a great weekend,

Amy Grice, Principal

Chisago Lakes Primary School

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• CHISAGO LAKES PRIMARY SCHOOL
• Event Code: FE17624
• Also Needed: Synergy Student ID

Students have done an excellent job with arrival and dismissal. Buses are getting in the routine and are getting closer and closer to regular dismissal times. Teachers will review and practice these procedures with students, but for your information, here is how students will enter the building:

• Walkers - Door 1 front entry

• K/1 bus students who will eat breakfast - Door 1 front entry (starting next week)

• K/1 bus students not eating breakfast - Door 2 by Kindergarten

• Drop-off - Door 10 in the back

• Preschool coming by bus - Door 16 by preschool wing

• Preschool morning parent drop-off - Door 15

Drop-off and Pick-up: Here is a review of the procedures -

1. Drop-off & Pick-up Procedure Document
2. Video detailing the procedure with maps and pictures (7 minutes)

Our school has adopted the “I Love U Guys” Foundation’s Standard Response Protocol (SRP). Students and staff will be training, practicing, and using the protocol.

The Standard Response Protocol (SRP) is based on an all-hazards approach as opposed to individual scenarios. Like the Incident Command System (ICS), SRP utilizes clear common language while allowing for flexibility in protocol. The premise is simple - there are five specific actions that can be performed during an incident. When communicating these, the action is labeled with a “Term of Art” and is then followed by a “Directive.” Execution of the action is performed by active participants, including students, staff, teachers and first responders. The SRP is based on the following actions: Hold, Secure, Lockdown, Evacuate, and Shelter.

Click here to visit the District Website to learn more about the “I Love U Guys” Foundation’s Standard Response Protocol (SRP).

As we begin the school year, our primary students are learning important bus safety rules to ensure safe and enjoyable rides. These rules include keeping their body calm and inside the bus, staying seated and facing forward, and listening to and following directions from the bus driver. Please help reinforce these safety guidelines at home by discussing them with your child and encourage safety!

Our safety focus for next week will be fire safety. To kick things off, we will be holding our first fire drill today, giving students the chance to practice safe and calm evacuation procedures. We are required to have 5 fire drills throughout the school year to practice safety. This is a great opportunity to remind your child about the importance of fire safety at school and at home.

The fall fundraiser starts September 13th and goes through September 27th. Students will bring home order packages starting next week Friday, September 13th.

Help raise money that will be used for our schools:

-BRAIN POP

-IN HOUSE EXPERIENCES- BUG GUY-EXPLORER DOME- AMERICAN REVOLUTION

-BEE BOTS

-YEAR END CELEBRATIONS-DUNK TANK

-DRUMS FOR MUSIC

Check out our Facebook page or click on this link TIE DYE EVENT REGISTRATION to register. We are also looking for volunteers - CLICK HERE VOLUNTEERS

Join us to hear about all of the exciting things we have planned this school year and meet some new faces!

Click here to order TODAY!

Yearbooks will be sold online only; no in-school purchasing. All yearbooks will be delivered to the address you provide Jostens at time of checkout.

DEADLINE is February 28th.

• Thursday, Sept. 5th - First day of Mon-Fri and Tues/Thurs Little Wildcats Preschool
  
• Friday, Sept 6th - First day of Mon, Wed, Fri Little Wildcats Preschool
• Monday, Sept 9th - First day of ECFE classes and Preschool Plus Parents

Let's Go Exploring Nature (PreK & Parents) - Together, we'll embark on captivating nature hikes (weather permitting), where kids and parents alike will have the opportunity to observe and connect with the natural world.

Nature Club (Elementary) - Students will get involved in the wonders of the natural world, discovering the secrets of tree identification, the art of seed harvesting and preservation. This curriculum evolves with the changing seasons,

Register Today!

CLICK HERE for link

Explore the galaxy with your grown-up as you meet new friends and learn about all the fun things you can do as a Girl Scout! You’ll meet local Girl Scouts and volunteers, connect with other families interested in learning more, and find out how to start your own troop or join an existing one. You'll also have the chance to join Girl Scouts for free!

This free event welcomes all families in Lindstrom and the surrounding areas. A caregiver must attend with each child. Girl Scouts is an activity for the whole family — you’ll learn about opportunities for you and your Girl Scout to make memories together!

Girl Scouts River Valleys is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all families. We are happy to make accommodations for you or your child — please let us know when registering or email girlscouts@girlscoutsrv.org.

If you have questions, please reach out to us at girlscouts@girlscoutsrv.org or 800-845-0787. We look forward to meeting you!

Please feel free to reach out using the information below if you would like to connect!

All the best,

Amy Grice, Principal

Email: agrice@isd2144.org
Website: https://www.isd2144.org/Primary
Location: 11009 284th St, Chisago City, MN 55013
Phone: (651) 213-2200