McDill Elementary Parent Newsletter
April 10, 2024
Hello Timberwolf Families,
As we approach the last few weeks of school, we are sending a message of encouragement to our students and families. With all of the field trips and fun activities taking place during this last month, it can be difficult to stay focused on the learning which still needs to take place. Please take a moment to talk to your child about expected behaviors in school, on the playground and on field trips. The staff try hard to recognize the positive choices students make on a daily basis and we would love to see even more!
In addition, as the weather warms up and students are more active outside, we will continue doing all we can to keep our students safe and healthy. Below is information from our school nurse regarding sun screen! Putting sunscreen on before school is a great way to keep them protected throughout the day. Also of great importance, is the need to keep our students physically safe outside on the playground. Linked here is a list of our Recess/Playground Expectations which we ask our students and staff to follow. It would be great if these expectations could also be occasionally discussed with children at home.
Please take a moment to read through all of the important information included in this newsletter, taking note of all event dates! We truly look forward to these special days and the excitement felt by the students. Thank you for all the support and guidance during this last stretch of the school year!
Kris Huebner, Secretary
ACTIVITIES & FIELD TRIP DATES FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE SCHOOL YEAR!
Tues, May 30th - All 5th Gr - Boston School Forest Ropes Course Field Trip (8:45am - 2:30pm)
Wed, May 31st - Book Club (7:50-8:35am)
Wed, May 31st - All 3rd Gr - Field Trip to Wildwood Zoo in Marshfield (9:30am - 2:00pm)
Thur, June 1st - All 2nd Gr - Bowling Field Trip at Skipps (10:10-11:45am)
Fri, June 2nd - All 5th & 6th Gr - Field Trip to Lambeau Field (8:45am - 5:00pm)
Fri, June 2nd - All 3rd Gr - Field Trip to Skate City, Wisconsin Rapids (12:00-2:30pm)
Mon, June 5th - All-School Picnic! First lunches start at 11:30 am (See Schedule Below)
Tuesday, June 6th - Last Day of School
All 5th & 6th Grade Recognition Ceremony (9:00-11:00am)
All 4th Gr - YMCA Field Trip & Pizza Lunch (9:40 - 11:30 am)
6th Grade Celebration (12:00-3:00pm)
Reports Cards Go Home
Session 1 of Summer School starts Monday June 12th.
Click on the image above to register online for Project Fresh Start!
Project Fresh Start, a program of the United Way Volunteer Center, provides children in grades 4K-12 with school supplies, free of charge. To qualify, children must attend a Portage County school and meet the program’s financial qualifications. Financial eligibility is based on the same guidelines as the free/reduced meal program.
To learn more, or to download printable, English, Hmong and Spanish forms, go to www.VolunteersRock.org/PFS. Contact the United Way Volunteer Center with any questions regarding registration at 715-341-6740 or dial 2-1-1.
🌞 SUNNY DAYS HAVE ARRIVED 🌞
Help protect your child from over-exposure to harmful ultraviolet rays that cause sunburn, skin damage, eye damage, skin cancer and a weakened immune system. You can apply sunscreen before your student comes to school to protect them on the playground and during outdoor activities. Sunscreen is needed even on cloudy days, UV rays go through clouds and can still cause damage over time.
How to choose a sunscreen:
Use a sunscreen that says "broad-spectrum" on the label; that means it will screen out both UVB and UVA rays.
Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 15 (up to SPF 50). An SPF of 15 or 30 should be fine for most people. More research studies are needed to test if sunscreen with more than SPF 50 offers any extra protection.
For sensitive areas of the body, such as the nose, cheeks, tops of the ears, and shoulders, choose a sunscreen with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide. Teach children how to apply a sunscreen stick. These products may stay visible on the skin even after you rub them in, and some come in fun colors that children enjoy.
How to apply sunscreen:
Use enough sunscreen to cover all exposed areas, especially the face, nose, ears, feet, hands, and even backs of the knees. Rub it in well.
Put sunscreen on 15 to 30 minutes before going outdoors. It needs time to absorb into the skin. On sunny days, you can apply sunscreen to your students before they come to school.
Use sunscreen any time you or your child spend time outdoors. Remember that you can get sunburn even on cloudy days because up to 80% of the sun's UV rays can get through the clouds. Also, UV rays can bounce back from water, sand, snow, and concrete, so make sure you're protected.
Reapply sunscreen every 2 hours and after swimming, sweating, or drying off with a towel. Because most people use too little sunscreen, make sure to apply a generous amount.
Megan Mapes-Martins RN, BSN, CCM
Stevens Point Area Public School District
School Nurse for Bannach Elementary, Mcdill Elementary, Mckinley Elementary & Roosevelt Elementary
715-345-5420 x70841
Do You Know Someone Who Loves Children and Would Enjoy Helping in a School?
The Portage County Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) has openings for volunteers to help in local schools for the 2023-2024 school year.
FGP is ideal for people who enjoy children, have some extra time, and could use a tax-free stipend each month. Under the supervision of a teacher, each Foster Grandparent spends 7.5 - 20 hours per week assisting children, one-on-one and in small groups, who need extra help in areas such as school readiness, reading, social skills or mentoring. On-going training is provided, and no previous teaching experience is needed.
Candidates for the program must be aged 55+ and meet income eligibility requirements. ($2,430/month for a one-person household or $3,287/month for a two-person household. Individuals with somewhat higher incomes may still qualify if they have higher medical expenses.).
The stipend Foster Grandparents receive does not impact any other aid or benefits they might already be receiving, such as subsidized housing or medical assistance. They also receive travel assistance, meals at the school, and many other benefits.
For more information, contact the FGP Coordinator at the Aging & Disability Resource Center, 715-346-1401.
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