Columbia Heights Public Schools

Columbia Heights High School Theater Presents "Shrek the Musical"! Head to Far Far Away and step into the world of Shrek, Princess Fiona, Donkey and the rest of the crew THIS WEEK!

All shows will take place in the CHHS Performing Arts Center (PAC):

• Thursday, December 5th at 7:00 p.m. (TODAY)
• Friday, December 6th at 7:00 p.m.
• Saturday, December 7th at 2:00 p.m.
• Sunday, December 8th at 2:00 p.m.

The show is free for all CHPS staff and students to attend! Tickets for adults are $6 and non-CHPS student tickets are $4, which you can purchase at the door or online.

CHPS is currently accepting nominations for the 2024-2025 Employee of the Year! Nominations will be accepted through 4:00 p.m. on Friday, January 17th.

Selection Criteria:

• Demonstrates a strong work ethic
• Serves as a positive role model for students and staff
• Extends oneself beyond the basics by displaying initiative and creativity
• Contributes significantly to improving the work site or school district
• Demonstrates courage or exemplary performance in an emergency situation or under unusual difficulties
• Demonstrates Hylander Pride by displaying constant care for students and the community

Eligibility Requirements for Nominators

• Anyone may nominate an employee for Employee of the Year (student, parent, CHPS staff, community member, etc...)
• Self-Nominations are not accepted
• Unlimited nominations per nominator are accepted

Eligibility Requirements for Nominees

• Current employee of CHPS when nomination is submitted and the Employee of the Year announcement is made
• Has worked at least three full years in the district (no FTE requirement)
• Has not been named Employee of the Year before by CHPS

Our most popular Winter Adult Enrichment Class got scheduled for a second session! CHPS's Community Education Cookie Baking Class fills up each year within a week of being adverstised, so due to popular demand, we have scheduled a second session on Saturday, December 14th from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

You go home with eight-dozen cookies for $48.00 (Sugar Cookies, Gingerbread, Thumbprints, Snowballs, Red Velvet, Peanut Butter Blossoms, Red & Green Peppermint Crinkles and Rollo Pretzel Cookies.)

We only have a few spots left, so sign up quick!

With winter illness on the rise, here are some reminders of the health policies/guidelines we have in place to prevent the spread of illness and keep our students healthy.

When to keep your children home from school:

• Fever over 100 degrees F or higher
• Vomiting or diarrhea
• Rash of unknown origin that has not been assessed by a provider
• Drainage from the eye(s) that is yellow/green in color
• A positive Covid, Strep throat, or Influenza test result
• Uncontrolled cough/respiratory symptoms

When your student may return to school:

• When they have been fever-free for 24 hours without fever reducing medications (ibuprofen or acetaminophen)
• When they have been free from vomiting/diarrhea without medication for 24 hours

Please keep your children home when they present with the symptoms listed above and call their school's attendance line each day they are absent. When calling the attendance line, please:

• Say and spell your child’s name and state what classroom/grade they are in, the reason they are staying home, and your phone number.
• If they have tested positive for an illness (for example: Influenza, Covid, Strep Throat, Chicken pox, Measles, etc.)
• Has Influenza-Like-Illness (ILI): a fever of 100.0 degrees F or greater and a sore throat or cough
• Has Measles symptoms = Rash AND Fever AND one of these: Cough OR runny nose OR discharge from eyes

If your child has not yet gotten the Influenza vaccine or Covid booster, please call their provider to discuss. These vaccines are not required by the State of Minnesota, but these immunizations help to reduce the spread and severity of illness in our schools and community. Thank you so much for your cooperation in keeping your student healthy! If you have any health or attendance related questions, please call your school’s health office or the District Nurse and we will assist you.

Keturah Spriggs, RN, PHN, LSN - District Nurse for CHPS

Email spriggsk@colheights.k12.mn.us or Call (763) 528-4580

CHHS One Act Auditions- Will take place on December 16 and 17 from 3:15-4:15 pm in the PAC. Audition packets can be picked up in the Activities Office or Room 288.

Strength Training for 6th-12th graders starts Monday, December 2nd in the Hylander Center!

• Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Register for Strength Training Here

Neighborhood Health Sourse (NHS) is offering free sports physicals and child immunizations!

• When: Saturday, December 7th
• Time: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
• Where: Central Clinic, 2301 Central Ave. NE

Sports Physical for all Athletics
Every athlete participating in school-year sports must have a physical on file with the Activities Office. Student Athletes cannot register for the upcoming season without a sports physical on file. Sports physicals are valid for three years. 24-25 Sports Physical Form

Winter Activities registration is open- You can still register for Knowledge Bowl, Science Bowl, Strength Training, Boys Swim & Dive, CHHS Girls Basketball, Wrestling, and CA Boys Basketball.

Community Opportunities:

Columbia Heights Park & Rec Fall programs are live and ready for registration! REGISTRATION can be found at columbiaheightsmn.recdesk.com

More information can be found at the CHPS Activities Website or contact the Activities Office at 763-528-4511

Saturday, December 7th, Neighborhood Healthsource Central Clinic, 2301 Central Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Spanish:https://form.jotform.com/242984505176161

English: https://form.jotform.com/242984395965174

*If students have immunization records from out of state or country, please send a clear picture of vaccine records via WhatsApp to (612) 673-7196.

• Must include the patient's full name, date of birth, and current address.

It is a common misconception that cold weather causes illness. While illnesses occur more often in the colder months, this is due to the spread of viruses, not the temperature outside. Spending more time indoors in the winter months means spending more time with germs and bacteria being cycled through the building’s air system. Playing outside in the winter allows time for the body to breathe in fresh air, which can help lower the risk of illness.

It is recommended that children get at least 60 minutes of daily exercise, which can include playing outside. As long as children are dressed appropriately, it is safe and beneficial for their health and well-being to be outside.

Some tips to help prevent and manage childhood illnesses during the winter:

1. Dress appropriately - it is important to ensure your child is wearing enough clothing when playing outside in the winter time. Start with a moisture-wicking base layer, then insulating layers, then finish with a weather resistant outer shell/coat. Children should also wear a hat and gloves.
2. Wash hands - teach and encourage children to wash their hands frequently with soap and water, washing for at least 20 seconds.
3. Get vaccinated - the CDC and American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children ages six months and older get the yearly flu and Covid-19 vaccine.
4. Eat well and stay hydrated
5. Get enough rest
6. Stay home when sick to prevent spreading germs.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Keturah Spriggs, District Nurse for Columbia Heights Public Schools at spriggsk@colheights.k12.mn.us or at 763-528-4580.

Adventure Club programming facilitates a variety of activities to promote learning beyond the classroom including arts & crafts, guided group time, themed activities, dramatic play, cooking, games, outdoor play, science and more!

Hours, Dates, Locations & Fees:

2:20-6:00 p.m. on Regular School Days | 6:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. on Non-School Days

Programming is available for Highland, NPSfI and Valley View students. Open most school vacations and non-school days.

• Registration Fee: $25
• After School: $22.50
• Non-School Day: $50.50
• Drop-In: $26

Learn more about Adventure Club Here, or call 763-528-4517.

Mini Adventures is a four-star Parent Aware child care program for children 36 months to 5 years old. In Mini Adventures, your child will participate in a variety of activities including mathematics, guided group time, literacy, dramatic play, music, games, outdoor play, arts & crafts, movement and more! Early Childhood Screening is required for all participants. Independent toileeting is required for children before participating.

Hours, Dates, Location & Fees:

6:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m., weekdays, year-round at the CHPS Family Center.

• 5 Day Fee: $323
• 4 Day Fee: $273
• 3 Day Fee: $215
• 2 Day Fee: $152
• 1 Day Fee: $77

Learn more about Mini Adventures Here, or call 763-528-4517

Are you looking for a job in education or within a school district? Check out the CHPS job site to find the right fit for you!

Visit the site here!

There are many wonderful activities for students through our CH Rec Dept and Library!

Please go to the CH Recreation website or call their office at 763-706-3730.

Click Here for the Columbia Heights Library Website.

Boys’ Basketball: Northern Twin Cities Basketball League for Grades 2-6

• Join the Northern Twin Cities Boys' Basketball League! Teams for 2nd-6th grade. Registrations are open now. Your child will play in a recreational basketball league where the focus is on teamwork, skill-building, and fun. They play against SLP, Blaine, Fridley, DaVinci, Coon Rapids, Anoka, etc. varying between Saturdays and Sundays Jan-March. Practices are twice a week on weeknights at the Hylander Center. $60, uniforms included.
• Register here: http://columbiaheightsmn.recdesk.com

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• Email: News@colheights.k12.mn.us
• Website: https://www.colheights.k12.mn.us/
• Location: 1440 49th Avenue Northeast, Columbia Heights
• Phone: 763-528-4500
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