Hello Emmet Williams Families,

Emmet Williams will be conducting the following drills: HOLD, SECURE, LOCKDOWN. Below is a link to the Standard Response Protocol informational video: Link to Standard Response Protocol Video

Students and staff are NOT in danger when a drill is called. Students will be reviewing the Standard Response Protocols (SRP) for each specific drill in their classroom and will be alerted the day before a drill.

Please reach out if you have any questions or would like to talk more regarding safety drills.

24-25 Drill dates:

Sept. 25 - 10:15 - Hold

Sept. 27 - 10:30 - Fire Drill

Oct. 9 - 2:00 - Fire Drill

Oct. 29 - 10:45 - Fire Drill

Dec. 18 - 2:30 - Secure

Feb. 12 - 10:45 - Lockdown

Mar. 6 - 3:00 - Shelter

Apr. 11 - 3:30 - Hold

Apr. 22 - 1:30 - Fire Drill

May 6 - 10:00 - Fire Drill

May - 22 - 2:15 - Fire Drill

Hello EDW Families!

It is so important to us that all of our scholars are arriving and leaving from school in a safe way - so I want to make sure that all families and scholars have the same information.

Arrival:

• Scholars in CID ~ drop off at 9:15 AM at Door 13.
• All other scholars being dropped off are able to enter the building at 9:25 AM. There is no supervision prior to that time.
• Grades K-1 enter via Door 12.
• Grades 2-6 enter via Door 1 (main entrance).
• Scholars being dropped off in the morning by a parent or caregiver - it is important that you pull up as far as possible in the drop off lane. That is not a parking lane and the adult is not permitted to leave their vehicle unattended to walk their scholar(s) into the building. There are staff members outside at arrival that will ensure scholars get to where they need to get to.
• ALL Scholars arriving via bus enter via Door 13

Dismissal:

• Scholars being picked up:
• Grades K-1 exit via Door 12
• If scholars being picked up (and not riding a bus) in grades 2-6 have a sibling(s) in Kindergarten or Grade 1, they will also exit via Door 12.
• Grades 2-6 exit via Door 1 (main entrance)
• Scholars being picked up at the end of the day must remain near the main entrance on the grassy area. Families must pick scholars up from the pick up lane - or park in the lot or on the street if they wish to exit their vehicle and meet their scholar(s). Vehicles may not be parked and left unattended in the pick up lane.
  
• ALL scholars riding a bus home will exit via Door 13

Additional Information:

• Please use the drop-off lanes at arrival and dismissal. We do not want scholars walking through any parking lots.
• Please do not block the bus lanes.

At EDW, we work hard to ensure students receive a healthy breakfast and lunch each day to support their developing brains and bodies. Research shows that children who eat regular, nutritious meals are more likely to attend school and be engaged in learning. We partner with Every Meal to offer a free weekend meal program to all our students. The program is:

Free for all families

No qualifications required

Students enrolled in the program will receive a 4-5 pound bag of nutritious, nonperishable food each week

Every Meal does not collect information from families; privacy is protected

Families may choose to participate in the program anytime throughout the school year

Families may choose from a variety of different weekend food bag options

To sign up, complete and return the pamphlet form sent home with your child OR complete this digital form. If you were enrolled last year, you need to enroll again this year. Questions? Email emilia.temple@isd623.org.

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.

EDW Attendance Line:
edw-attendance@isd623.org
651-259-1980

LuAnne Huseth, Health Assistant:
luanne.huseth@isd623.org
651-724-6334 (Health Office main line)

Britt Johnson, Licensed School Nurse:

britt.johnson@isd623.org

651-724-6316

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.

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.

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.

Do you identify as Native American? Are you receiving messages from Gabriella Carroll, American Indian Education Program coordinator, or Savannah Rojas, Native American cultural liaison? If not, please contact Gabriella at gabriella.carroll@isd623.org or at 651-359-0572 to be included in Roseville Area Schools’ American Indian Education Program. The Roseville American Indian Education Program is a district-wide program with a goal of promoting cultural awareness, academic advocacy, and community connection for our American Indian students and families. The Roseville American Indian Education Program serves all Native American students regardless of tribal affiliation or blood quantum.

Everyone is invited! Pizza and Childcare are available!

6 - 7 PM >> PTA Budget & Updates from Principal Wade

7 - 8 PM >> AVID 101:This topic is essential for all families, especially those with students in grades 4-6 who will be part of the AVID program this year. Don’t miss the chance to learn about the program and ask questions to Ms. Radke, our AVID expert.

Join in-person (Media Center) or online: https://isd623.zoom.us/my/edwpta?omn=81906295463

We need your help to make the yearbook truly unforgettable! Throughout the year, if you take photos at a school event, in the classroom or on field trips, we’d love to have access to them. Simply email us your photos (emmetpta@gmail.com) for an opportunity to win some prizes including a free yearbook. Let’s make this yearbook a cherished keepsake for everyone!

**Although group photos or zoomed out photos are fun. We are looking for more photos with one to only a few students. Make sure the faces of the students are clear & visible.

Join the Online Family Directory

Add your family to our online directory for an easy way to connect with other EDW families for playdates and more! You can join at any time throughout the year.

If you joined last year, we have automatically moved your student one grade up.

Join the Directory >

Sing! Dance! Act! Join Character Kids for a fun-filled after school theater club! During this 10 week session, students will learn the basics of acting, singing and musical theater dance while having a lot of fun! No experience necessary. Parents are invited to a special performance on the last day of class. Focus is put on developing imagination, social skills and a positive self image through the performing arts.

Thursdays, Oct 3 - Dec 19 | 4:15 - 5:15 p.m.

Grades 1- 8 | $189

Location: Emmet D. Williams

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

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! To place an order, call 651-604-3770 or CLICK HERE.

All students will have access to a complete breakfast, lunch, and afterschool super snack at no cost. We ask ALL families to fill out the Application for Educational Benefits form (previously called Free/Reduced Meal Application) EVERY year. This form determines funding for your child’s school and provides direct benefits for your child if you qualify. Benefits include funding for:

• Waived fees for athletics, testing, and transportation for your child

• Reduced internet fees

• Social workers, paraprofessionals, and counselors

• Decreased student-to-instructor ratios

• Increased technology

• Early childhood education

To apply today, CLICK HERE!

For information about Minnesota Thursday Lunches or other nutrition questions/comments please click on the link below.