Edgewood Food Drive
Edgewood Eagle Leaders is hosting a food drive to support the Ralph Reeder Food Shelf. Collection bags are located in all first hour classrooms. Please drop off any non-perishable food items until Thursday, November 21. Below is a list of the most needed items. We will also have boxes available for donations during our Fall Musical performances if you would like to donate then.
The Ralph Reeder Food shelf is currently providing food and other resources to over 1,200 families each month and is giving out over 80,000 pounds of food. Your support helps to ensure that our neighbors in need have access to nutritious food and support this season.
If you would like to learn more about the Ralph Reeder Food Shelf or donate online, click here.
Donations Needed
Mr. Devick's EMS classes are currently working on projects for local charities and could use some help with materials. Many of the students have decided to help the Animal Humane Society by creating dog/cat toys and individual animal shelters out of rubbermaid bins. If you have any of the items listed below and are open to donating them to the EMS classes, we would really appreciate it!
- rubbermaid totes
- old t-shirts
- flannel fabric or old flannel shirts
- ping pong balls or golf balls
- yarn
If you have anything you'd like to donate from this list, please drop it off in the front office marked EMS. Thank you in advance for your generosity.
Cell Phone Policy Feedback
This year, the School Board is asking the community to provide feedback regarding student use of cellphones in schools. Nearly 4,000 people shared their thoughts in an online survey, and about 200 people attended community conversations. Survey results and themes from the conversations will be shared with the community in the coming weeks. This feedback also will be shared with an advisory committee of parents, students and staff for their review. The group will identify themes found in the responses and provide recommendations to the School Board. The feedback and recommendations will ultimately be used to help inform the creation of a cell phone policy. Learn more at mvpschools.org/cellphones.
Give to the Max Day
Early giving for Give to the Max is happening NOW and continues through Give to the Max Day on Thursday, November 21. Consider donating to the Mounds View Schools Education Foundation, a local nonprofit whose mission is simply to support all MVPS students. We accept donations from individuals, donor advised funds, corporate matches and donations via checks. Donate here to elevate our student's access to excellence.
Wizard of Oz Fall Musical
Performances for the Wizard of Oz, Youth Edition, will take place in the Edgewood Perfomance Gym on the following dates:
Thursday, November 7, at 7:00 pm
Friday, November 8, at 7:00 pm
Saturday, November 9, at 1:00 pm.
Tickets will be available at the doors before each of the performances. Ticket prices are $10/adults, $5/children, $20/family cap. We hope to see you there!
Order Your Yearbook Online Now!
Yearbooks can now be ordered here. Order now to guarantee a copy for your student at the end of the school year. The online order window closes Friday, March 14, 2025.
Students or parents, if you have any photos with teammates, music mates, or friends that you'd like to share in the yearbook, please send a copy of the photo to Mr. Creagh at benjamin.creagh@moundsviewschools.org.
Apparel Stores Open!
Show your school spirit! Apparel stores are now open through Thursday, November 14. For guaranteed holiday delivery, order by Tuesday, November 12. Find your school and place an order at mvpschools.org/spiritwear.
Attention Eighth Grade Families
Eighth grade families should have received a letter from Irondale High School outlining the transition timeline from 8th grade to high school. Irondale will have an information night for incoming 9th graders on December 5, 2024, 5:30-7:45 pm. You may reference the below transition timeline for future important dates.
Activity Bus Routes
Regular school day buses leave Edgewood at 2:32 pm.
Activity/After-school routes leave Edgewood at 3:45 pm (Monday- Thursday).
There are two after-school/activity bus routes, buses #65 & #8. To find the location of your students' drop-off location for the after-school bus routes, click here.
After-school Activities
The Student Bulletin with after-school activities available for next week can be found here.
Mindful Movement Yoga Club
Join our fun and engaging yoga and mindfulness classes designed for kids! Through playful poses, imaginative games, and creative activities, children will learn to manage stress, enhance focus, and cultivate calm. Each session nurtures self-confidence, emotional resilience, and a positive mindset in a safe, supportive environment. Perfect for all levels, these classes help kids express themselves and connect mindfully with others. Discover the joy of yoga and watch your child thrive!
The Club runs on Wednesdays from October 23 - November 13 from 2:30 - 3:40 pm in the Library. Students must register through Community Ed here.
Collectible Card, RPG, & Strategy Games Club
Take strategy gaming to the next level! Play challenging and popular games like Catan, Pandemic, 7 Wonders, Splendor, Evolution, and Godsforge. Role Playing & Collectable Card Games are run by students. Playing games develops analysis, problem solving, communication, and negotiation skills and…it’s also great fun!
The club will run Mondays from November 4 - December 16 from 2:25- 3:40 pm in the Cafeteria.
Reduced Fees & Financial Assistance
Youth who are residing within the Mounds View Public Schools boundaries and currently qualify for educational benefits and/or free/reduced lunch may be eligible for reduced fees and partial scholarships to qualifying Enrichment & Activities programs. Financial support is provided by the Ralph Reeder Food Shelf, District Community Education Scholarship fund and other community donors. Qualifying Enrichment and Activities will have a Financial Support/Educational Benefits fee rate that is 50% of the full fee for the program. If additional support is needed, please see the call 651-621-6020 and/or click here to complete the Youth Financial Assistance Request Form.
Let’s Talk About It: What Should You Know?
"What Should You Know?" is the latest blog from the Student Support and Engagement team. This month we explore what you should know about the negative stigma around substance use and how you can have conversations with your child around this topic.
Community Programs
Boys Swim and Dive Information Meeting
Irondale Boys Swim and Dive will have an athlete only information meeting on Tuesday, November 5, at 3:30 in the cafeteria. The meeting is for all athletes in 7th - 12th grade interested in swimming and diving. Coach Scott will be there to go over the season and answer any questions.
If you are unable to attend, but would still like information regarding the season, you can email Scott at irondaleswimcoach@gmail.com.
Boys Lacrosse
Attention students interested in playing Irondale Boys Lacrosse this spring!
Coach Barry is hosting an informational lacrosse meeting for the Spring 2025
Season on Monday, November 11, starting at 7 PM in the Irondale High School
Weight room. No experience is necessary, just a desire to learn, work hard,
and be part of the team. Coach Barry will be discussing the upcoming season,
general expectations, and answer questions. All interested 8 th through 12 th
grade students and parents should attend. We are looking forward to another
great season and would love for you to be part of the team! Please contact
Coach Barry at idblax@moundsviewschools.org with questions.
Alpine Ski
Do you love slalom ski racing or alpine skiing and are competitive and curious? The varsity alpine ski racing season is quickly approaching so it's time to start thinking about tuning your skis and hitting some gates. Registration is now open for the upcoming ski racing season which begins November 11. Questions? Email coach Erik Saari at driven_esaari@yahoo.com. Sign up here.
Middle School Consent Form for High School Activities
Seventh & eighth grade athletes that wish to participate on a high school team will also register online. Before you begin your online registration, approval must be obtained from the middle school principal or dean, the high school activities director, and coach. In addition, signatures from both student & parent/guardian are also required. You can get a copy of the middle school consent form in the front office or print out a copy.
General School Information
The front office hours are Monday-Thursday from 6:45 am - 4:00 pm and Friday from 6:45 am - 2:45 pm.
To report an absence, student arriving late, or leaving early, please call 651-621-6601.
Here is the general information packet that was sent out in our back to school mailing for easy access.
Here is the 6th Grade A/B Calendar for the school year. The A/B days pertain to phy-ed/music classes.
Here is the daily bell schedule, as well as the "Nest" Schedule on the second page.
Friendly Chromebook Reminders
Chromebooks are provided to each student to provide access to digital learning opportunities in class. Please remind your child(ren) of the following:
- Charge your chromebook each night so you're ready for school in the morning.
- Treat your chromebook with care. Chromebooks can be damaged if they are in your backpack and it gets tossed, thrown, or dropped.
- Keep chromebooks in a safe place at home.
- Chromebooks are to be used by the person they are assigned to. Please do not allow your siblings or friends to use your chromebook.
Don't Forget to Order Pictures!
School pictures can be viewed and ordered at https://shop.jostenspix.com/login! As your school photography provider, we contribute a portion of your picture purchases to your school or district. In fact, the more families that purchase, the more we’re able to contribute!
Use the below information to check them out. Any questions, contact Jostens at 1-877-515-1447.
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