Edgerton Eagle

Over and over again I am impressed by the care and support within the Edgerton community. I appreciate the questions, ideas and feedback on how to make our school more safe and to improve communication with families.

Sharing that we have reviewed and updated our safety procedures:

• All exterior doors are locked
• Visitors must be buzzed in at front door, sign in at office, and wear a visitor sticker
• This includes 9:25 am arrival
• Families and visitors must have appointments or a scheduled meeting with staff in order to go to a classroom
• Please do not drop off students off prior to 9:25 am. We do not have staff supervision and it is a busy parking lot.

I know some of this may feel not very welcoming. We must prioritize safety while also sustaining a positive school culture and climate.

Safety drills:

• Roseville Area Schools using the Standard Response Protocol (SRP)
• Picture below of language used
• Staff practice safety drills in August so that we are sure we know what to do as adults
• Our first safety drills with students will be next week
• A Hold on Thursday 9/26
• A fire drill on Friday 9/27
• I always make an announcement on the intercom to ensure students that this is practice

Student and family support

• There are multiple staff members that your child can connect with if they have concerns or questions
• Continue to reach out to me with questions.

Roseville Area Schools works closely with Maplewood and Roseville Police. In our communication, we aim to be transparent while also following laws of student data privacy. Our office team is working to ensure that all families receive appropriate phone calls, emails, and texts.

With the recent posts on social media platforms, this is a good time to talk with your child about their online activity. When to share with a trusted adult when they see something, and the impact their online words can have on others.

We are asking ALL Edgerton families to complete the educational benefits form-also known as the free/reduced lunch form. Even though each student receives a free meal this school year, we still need families to complete the form. Please complete it even if you think your family income exceeds any benefit. It unlocks other benefits AND it provides additional funding for Edgerton Elementary. Each application received helps our school!

If we reach our goal of 90% forms returned Edgerton staff will get pied in the face at a Nest Fest!

Steps to Complete the Application for Educational Benefits:

1. Click here
2. Click on the green ‘Start Meal Application’ button on right hand side (no login required)
3. Type in ‘623’ for District and click ‘Roseville Area Schools’
4. Follow the instructions to complete your online application

Once you complete your application, an eligibility notice letter will arrive via mail or email within 10 business days.

Things to keep in mind:

· One application needed per family each year.

· This form used to be called the “Free and Reduced Lunch” form

· The income thresholds are higher than in some programs, so many families are surprised to find they DO qualify.

Thank you for supporting Edgerton!!!

Many of you signed up for Fall conferences at our Meet the Teacher event in August or through a link teacher's have sent.

For those that haven't, visit https://www.myconferencetime.com/edgertonisd623/. Click on your child's teacher's name to sign up for a time. Please contact us if you would like help signing up.

October 3: Lifetouch Picture Day

October 16: Staff Development-No School

October 17-18: Fall Break

Head lice are a common nuisance that typically affects school age kids and their families. The purpose of this communication is to provide families education about head lice and treatment options to reduce fear and stigma.Throughout the school year we ask that you continue to check for head lice. Head lice are typically spread outside of school among families, friends, and sleepovers. Please take the time to check, treat, and prevent the spread of head lice.

Helpful Reminders

• Head lice are parasites that are generally found on the scalp, around the ears, and at the back of the neck. Lice can only crawl. Lice cannot jump or fly.
• Head lice are NOT a sign of poor hygiene and they do not transmit disease.
• Children should minimize head to head contact to prevent transmission. Indirect transmission is not likely, but lice may spread from person to person by items such as: hats & scarves, brushes & combs, hair accessories, headphones, pillows, and towels.
• Children should be checked weekly for lice.
• Children with long hair could have their hair braided or pulled back to minimize chance of transmission.

How to Do a Head Lice Check:

• Symptoms: The most common symptom of head lice is itching and head scratching, particularly at night. Red bite marks or sores may be noticed on the scalp and also scratch marks on the neck area.
• Check for lice: Check your child’s hair for lice and use a fine comb or nit comb. Comb through hair from the scalp to the hair ends and wipe comb on a wet paper towel to see if lice are present. It may be easier if your child’s hair is wet or damp. Eggs or nits may look like small white droplets and stick to the hair shaft and can only be removed by pulling down the hair shaft.
• What Lice Looks Like: The adult louse is about the size of a sesame seed and can be the color of your child’s hair. Lice can be difficult to spot because they are small, avoid light, and move quickly. Eggs, or nits, are smaller and silver or white in color. Nits stick to the shaft of the hair and are found close to the scalp.
• Treatment: Common over the counter shampoo treatments can be purchased at any pharmacy.

Health Office Checks: Parents may request a head check for their child at any time in the health office. Our district goal is to minimize students missing valuable learning time and to maintain confidentiality for every student.

Attendance line:

edg-attendance@isd623.org

call: 651-724-6296

text: 612-699-3350

Health Office main line: 651-724-6284

Jodi Riechert, Health Assistant

jodi.riechert@isd623.org

Lindsay Calzadillas, Health Assistant

lindsay.calzadillas@isd623.org

Elle Watson, RN/ Licensed School Nurse

elle.watson@isd623.org

651-724-6285

Roseville Area Schools implemented a new transportation routing system this summer to enable easier route updates, fewer delays, and streamlined communications with families. During this conversion we have also been shifting some bus stops to corners within a reasonable distance while considering student safety.

The conversion hasn’t occurred without challenges. We are aware we inadvertently have stops on busy streets that don’t meet our standards. Many daycare or alternate addresses did not convert from the old system to the new one and these addresses had to be set up manually. We have also encountered difficulties with some of our specialized transportation. Add to this an exceptional amount of ongoing road construction and it has made for the perfect storm.

We ask for your patience as we address and resolve the remaining issues. If you need to request a change to a bus stop or if you no longer require transportation services, please email us at transportation@isd623.org or call us at 651-635-1638. Please be prepared to provide the following information:

• Student Name

• Student ID

• Reason for the request (for example, relocation, change in transportation needs)

Please note that we are processing requests as quickly as possible. You will receive updates and information about any changes via email, so please ensure that your contact details are current. This includes verifying that your most recent telephone number and email address are on file to ensure you receive all necessary communications promptly.

The safety of our students is our highest priority, and we appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this transition.

School success goes hand in hand with good attendance. Research shows that consistent attendance at school correlates with student achievement. Therefore, we want to do all we can to ensure children are in school as much as possible. Attending school regularly helps children feel better about school—and themselves. Start building this habit in preschool so they learn right away that going to school on time every day is important. Good attendance will help children graduate from high school and do well in college and at work. Our hope is to partner with families to remove barriers so students can be in school as much as possible.

We also know there will be days when your child will miss school, especially if they’re sick. Missing school when you’re sick is OK. In fact, children should stay home when they are sick. The goal is for students to be in school 95% of the time. That means your student would miss 8 days or less for the entire school year.

Here are some things you can do to help:

• Set a regular bedtime and morning routine.
• Avoid medical appointments and extended trips when school is in session.
• Don’t let your child stay home unless they are truly sick. Keep in mind complaints of a stomachache or headache can be a sign of anxiety and not a reason to stay home.
• If your child seems anxious about going to school, talk to teachers, school counselors, or other parents for advice on how to make your child feel comfortable and excited about learning.

Here are some additional reminders regarding attendance:

• If your child has a doctor appointment, please bring them back to school after the appointment if possible.
• Excused absences include, but are not limited to: illness, doctors appointments, religious holidays, family emergency, and funerals.
• Unexcused absences include, but are not limited to: oversleeping, missing the bus, no transportation.
• There are also times students miss school due to family events. Some examples include cultural celebrations, weddings, funerals, graduations, and vacations. Up to five Family Event days will be excused. Day 6+ would be unexcused. Families could choose to take students out of school for family leave, but these days would be unexcused absences.

Thank you for all you do to support getting your child to school each day. Higher attendance equals higher student achievement! Thank you in advance for your support and partnership.

We’re one week away from the annual Roseville Area Schools Foundation 2024 Fall Fundraiser, which will take place Thursday, September 26, 5:30 p.m. at the Roseville Cedarholm Golf Course Community Building.

The event will feature a variety of fundraising activities including gift card pulls, a silent auction, and direct donation opportunities. Proceeds from the event will benefit a new Roseville Area Schools Foundation Relief Fund, which provides emergency funding to support students’ success in school and to eliminate opportunity gaps.

You will have an opportunity to hear from a number of representatives from the district including Superintendent Jenny Loeck, Senator Claire Oumou Verbeten, Foundation Chair Kezia Reeder, District Social Worker Peggy McLafferty-Yares, and representatives from the Office of Equity and Innovation.

Please consider giving back to make a direct impact for our students. This is a pay as you are event with a suggested donation of $35.

Got a little artist at home turning every corner into their personal gallery? It’s time for their creativity to meet the vibrant world of Young Rembrandts! Watch in awe as their pencils whirl across the paper, drawing everything from yummy taffy apples to charming seasonal scarecrows, and bunnies full of sass. We are even sprinkling a bit of Van Gogh magic with some vibrant sunflower sketches. Embark on an artistic adventure filled with colors and imagination they’ll absolutely adore.

Offered for grades K- 6 at all elementary schools this fall! Dates and times vary by school.

Click HERE to register, or call 651-604-3770 📲

Do you have children ages 5 and under? Check out the Roseville Early Childhood Program's FREE toy lending library! 😊 Individuals, families, and childcare providers can check out a wide variety of toys, books, puzzles, and parenting resources at no cost. Borrow the items for a few weeks, then return them and check out new ones!

This library promotes sustainability, increased access to toys and resources, and healthy child development. ♻️ These toys can help children practice social-emotional skills, fine motor skills, literacy and more - all while saving caregivers from constantly buying new toys as their children age and outgrow them. ✅

The toy library can be found in our Early Childhood Center at Parkview (701 County Road B W, Roseville). 📍

CLICK HERE to learn more and view current hours! 📲

Looking for fun Roseville Area Schools apparel? Choose from this selection of limited edition shirts! Your purchase will support Roseville Area Schools Community Education programs and services.

🔺 Heather black long sleeve ($20)

🔺 Heather red long sleeve ($20)

🔺 Gray short sleeve with school mascots ($15)

These shirts are a soft, comfortable tri-blend fabric (50/37/13 poly/cotton/rayon) in a unisex fit. Sizes are available in adult S - 3XL and youth S - XL.

Orders are due by October 4, 2024. ⏰ 🗓️ Shirt orders will arrive near the end of October!