Roseau Elementary Newsletter
New Year--January
A Note from Principal Lingen
Greetings and happy February! We had a busy start to the new year and are looking forward to another great month. A reminder that we have a half day for students this Wednesday, February 7th and then on February 15th and 16th we have our parent/teacher conferences with Thursday, February 15th another half day for our students. We look forward to connecting with you all during conferences! Until then, please be sure to reach out to myself and/or your child's teacher if you have any questions or concerns. We do this TOGETHER!
We hope you enjoy this month's newsletter!
Respectfully,
Bryce Lingen
Roll Rams!
Parent/Teacher Conferences note for those with children in Grades 4 & 5
Trying something new.....
Conferences sign-up for those with children in grades 4 & 5 will be done via "google form." If you are having any issues with signing up or have any questions regarding this, please reach out to your child's teacher!
WORD OF THE WEEK
Our "Word of the week" for this past month have been the following: NO DRAMA, Goals, Opportunity, and Diversity. This coming week's word is "Honesty" and our PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) word for the month is "Kindness."
Pictures from this month!
Helping Children Learn February Articles
Check out the articles below on some thoughts on what you can do at home to help your child with their education.
Pictures from the Circus Science Spectacular!
UPCOMING DATES TO REMEMBER
- Early Dismissal for students: Wednesday, February 7th
- Early Dismissal for students: Thursday, February 15th
- Parent-Teacher Conferences: February 15th-16th
- AIPAC MEETING : February 15th (after the boys JV basketball game)
- Spring Break-No School: March 7th and 8th
ROLE MODELS!
Boys hockey greeting our students!
Going in for a dunk!
We love connecting our High Schoolers with our Elementary students!
Attention 4th, 5th, 6th grade parents-->Enrichment opportunity!
We have a study table available in the morning from 8am-8:25am and after school from 3:15-4:00pm Monday-Thursday for students in grades 4-6. If your child is struggling in any classes, needs some extra help, or has some missing work, this is a great opportunity for them to try to get back on track. Your child does not need to sign up for this enrichment opportunity, all they need to do is show up. Please reach out to your teacher or call Mr. Lingen with any questions.
*Please note if you use the afternoon session, please pick up your child by 4:05pm.
TEAM EPIC opportunity for your child
A Few Reminders for our Parents and Guardians
1) We will go outside each day unless the “real feel” or windchill is below -15℉ according to the National Weather Service. BE SURE YOUR CHILD HAS APPROPRIATE WINTER CLOTHING. If you do need assistance please contact the elementary office.
2) Doors open to the school at 8am and the school day is 8:30am-3:15pm!
3) If you need to meet with a teacher, be sure you schedule a time with them to come in!
4) For safety purposes, we do need you to check in and out of the office when you or your child arrives late or leaves early. Your first contact is your child's teacher, but be sure to stop by the office before you go.
5) During the day any communication with your child should be through their teacher and/or the office. Cell phones and apple watches can be a big distraction to an entire class so we want to curb this right away. If you have any questions with this, please give Mr. Lingen a call or stop by and visit with him!
6) K-6 graders who are not riding the bus who are coming in on the North end should be using the MAIN ELEMENTARY ENTRANCE on the North end.
More pictures!
Little Dribblers at the girls basketball game!
Teamwork!
What's better than a pickup game after a varsity game!
OUR RAM PRIDE EXPECTATIONS--Review these with your child/children!
6th Grade High School Registration Information
Pre-Registration Meetings for next year for the 6th grade will take place in early February. Students will have over a week from the Pre-Registration meeting to the Registration meeting to discuss their course selections for next year with their parents, teachers, counselor & friends. More information will be shared in the future.
Health Notes from Nurse Beth
If you have any health related questions, please reach out to Nurse Beth!
Phone: 218-463-6410. Email: beth_ulvin@roseauschool.org
Energy takers or ENERGY GIVERS!
TEACHER PROFILE FOR JANUARY
We continue to recognize the awesome teachers we have at Roseau Elementary!
Justine E Janecek--Speech-Language Pathologist & Early Childhood Special Educator
Years Taught at Roseau: 10 years
College: University of North Dakota - Grand Forks
Favorite Food: Knoephla Soup
Hobbies: Reading, playing tennis
What I like best about teaching at Roseau: The families, students and staff that I get to be a part of and work with.
Teresa Hulst--6th Grade- Science & Reading
Family: My husband and I both grew up in Roseau. He works for BB Diversified Services. This summer he has been busy helping out on our family farm as well. We have three girls. Our oldest daughter, Brooklyn, just turned 16 years old and will be going into 10th grade. She is very active and enjoys playing volleyball, basketball, and softball. She started working at a local restaurant, the Brickhouse and the Reed River Coffee Shop this summer. Our middle daughter, Lauren, will be starting 4th grade this year. She enjoys animals, playing basketball, volleyball and softball. Our youngest daughter, Kaia will be in 1st grade this year! She enjoys gymnastics, dance, swimming, and fishing off the dock at the cabin.
Years Taught at Roseau: 10 years (9 years in 2nd grade, 1st year in 6th grade)
College: Mayville State University
Favorite Food: Pizza
Hobbies: I enjoy spending time at the lake, reading, traveling for softball tournaments, movie/game nights, going for bike rides, and attending sporting events.
Pets: We have an adorable puppy (pug) named Zoey.
What I like best about teaching at Roseau: The thing I like most about teaching in Roseau is building relationships and connections with my students. I love interacting with them, learning from them, and helping them understand the content. It is rewarding to see the connection between what they are learning and their lives. As a teacher, I have the chance every day to really matter–to really influence someone else’s life. We have such a great supportive community. I am glad to be a part of it.
Sara Lundbohm--Special Education Grades 3 and 4
Family: Husband: Andy Children: Colton, Cora, and Abram
Years Taught at Roseau: 8 years and before that some subbing and working as an ECFE para/teacher
College: Hamline University/Bemidji State
Favorite Food: Pizza
Pets: Cats: Jingles and Pumpkin; Dog: Copper
Hobbies:Cooking, watching shows/movies, and being with my family and watching my kids in their activities
What I like best about teaching at Roseau:The students and staff as well as cheering on our sports teams.
Amanda Kvidt--Special Education Grades 1 and 2
Family:My husband is Nick Kvidt and we have three kids Emmett (9), Oliver (7), and Griffin (3).
Years Taught at Roseau:13 years
College: University of Minnesota Duluth Bachelors in Elementary Education. Bemidji State University Masters in Special Education
Favorite Food: Chocolate and Pizza
Hobbies: Reading, puzzles/games, and baking
Pets: An Aussiedoodle named Sylvie.
What I like best about teaching at Roseau: The sense of community with students and staff. It is great to be a RAM!
Tanya Byfuglien--3rd Grade
Family: My family includes my husband, Derrick, and our 3 daughters: Maryn, Lauren, and Collins.
Years Taught at Roseau: 10 years
College: Concordia College, Moorhead
Favorite Food: Pasta
Hobbies: I enjoy reading, golfing, and cheering on our Rams!
Pets: We have a yellow lab named Rocky.
What I like best about teaching at Roseau: We have great students and a great staff!
Shelly LaPlante--2nd Grade
Family: Paul, Kilah and Teagan
Years Taught at Roseau: This is my 25th year
College: St Cloud State undergrad St. Scholastica Masters
Favorite Food: Doritos
Hobbies: golf, reading, walking, shopping
What I like best about teaching at Roseau: We are a family! The community supports us and so do the parents. I have the best coworkers. And of course I love the kiddos who come and go each year!
Nancy Lee--4th Grade
Family: I have 2 kids: my daughter Madison is 24, my son Oliver is 22. Madi lives in Medora, ND and is the reservations and ticketing manager there. Oliver is back in Roseau farming.
Years Taught at Roseau: I have taught for 28 years! I was in 6th grade for 8 years, and the rest in 4th grade. I started as a para in the HS for 7 months before that.
College: Moorhead State University
Favorite Food: shrimp or walleye tacos
Hobbies: Walking Rosie, golfing, camping and fishing, reading and relaxing in my hammock.
Pets: I have a dog, Rosie, who is almost 10 years old.
What I like best about teaching at Roseau: I thoroughly enjoy working with my colleagues. They are amazing! They are so positive!
And the kids are great!Jessica Kennedy--Special Education
Family: Husband- Kreg, daughters - Kate (17) and Lizzie (13)
Years Taught at Roseau: 18 years
College: University of North Dakota for both undergraduate and graduate school
Favorite Food: I love chips/salsa/queso, fresh fruits and veggies, chili and chicken wild rice soup
Hobbies: reading, decorating, DIY projects, quilting, watching our girls' activities
Pets: two white miniature schnauzers- Willa and Sophie
What I like best about teaching at Roseau: I love the family like atmosphere. :)
Josh Weckman
Family: Angie, Thomas (5), Christian (3), Abby (2)
Years Taught at Roseau: 12
College: Itasca CC (Associates), Bemidji State (Undergrad), Southwest Minnesota State (Masters)
Favorite Food: Venison Backstraps
Hobbies: Hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, Ranger/RZR rides, projects around the house
Pets: Hank & Elli
What I like best about teaching at Roseau: The students, staff, and community are second to none!
Lunch Menu: January
Important Names and Contact Information
Important names and contact information
Elementary Principal Bryce Lingen:
218-463-2746
Superintendent Tom Jerome:
218-463-6366
Elementary Secretary Bri Simmons:
brianna_simmons@roseauschool.org
218-463-2746
K-12 Dean of Students Amy Lindemann:
amy_lindemann@roseauschool.org
218-463-6343
Special Education Director Dr. Julie Przekwas:
julie_przekwas@roseauschool.org
218-463-6405
Special Education Secretary Mary Kay Voll:
218-463-2746
School Social Worker Dana Landman:
218-463-6404
Nurse Beth Ulvin:
218-463-6410
Transportation Director Kurt Osweiler:
kurt_osweiler@roseauschool.org
218-463-1942
RAM SPORTS!
Remember to wear your RAM GREEN or Roseau gear on Friday's! ROLL RAMS!!!!
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Superintendent Email: tom_jerome@roseauschool.org
Elementary Principal Email: bryce_lingen@roseauschool.org
K-12 Dean of Students Email: amy_lindemann@roseauschool.org
Special Education Director: julie_przekwas@roseauschool.org
Website: https://www.roseau.k12.mn.us/
Location: 509 3rd St.NE, Roseau, MN
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/roseauschools/