Red Wing Public Schools ISD 256

Teachers Julie Martin and Kristin Bray stand outside the Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel in Atlanta. Kari Matthies also participated in the National Endowment of the Humanities Landmark Workshops last summer.

Three Red Wing Public Schools teachers explored “The Problem of the Color Line: Atlanta Landmarks and Civil Rights History” last summer, having applied and been selected to attend the National Endowment of the Humanities Landmark Workshop in Atlanta.

High school teachers Kristin Bray and Kari Mathies and middle school teacher Julie Martin have been incorporating what they learned into their lessons and lives. Monday, Jan. 20, is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and the three educators shared their thoughts on the civil rights movement leader’s legacy.

“We spent the week with approximately 30 educators from around the country deep-diving into learning about the civil rights movement in the nation, specifically Atlanta,” Bray said.

Many Atlanta landmarks aided in their learning throughout the week, the teachers said. They were given opportunities to learn about MLK's work by visiting his family’s home, his churches, his alma mater Morehouse College and places in Atlanta where he worked and led others toward equality.

“The Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park was a really neat visit with so much to see and learn from as well. It’s a hard experience to summarize because it was so huge,” Bray said.

The connections with fellow educators is a dynamic part of National Endowment for the Humanities Landmark Workshops, local teachers said. Photo by teacher Kari Matthies

Each year the National Endowment for the Humanities posts a long list of summer learning opportunities for teachers. Landmark Workshop grants help teachers continue their learning and connect with educators from around the country.

“I feel like as educators we have to keep learning and finding ways to connect with our students, families and communities,” Bray said. “This was a great way for me to expand my knowledge of the civil rights movement and gain real-life experiences that will help me in my classroom- especially in regards to black history.”

Martin agreed. “I was especially moved by going to the house where Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta lived. We walked around in the rooms where one of the greatest people of the 20th century lived and strategized with others who brought about significant change in our country,” she said. “He didn’t want to own a home, but his wife insisted, so he put the house in her name. It had a garage door opener, which wasn’t common in 1963, so he could drive in and lessen the risk. At this point, he had already been stabbed. King knew his life was in danger, but he put the work above his own life and kept going.”

After learning about Martin Luther King Jr., grade 8 art students created cards to uplift and thank staff as part of MLK Day of Service.

Red Wing High School Music and Theatre Departments will stage "Mamma Mia" Thursday through Sunday -- Jan. 23 at 7 p.m., Jan. 24 and 25 at 7:30 p.m. and Jan. 26 at 3 p.m. -- at the Sheldon Theatre. This musical features the songs of Abba. Audience members are invited to wear their favorite Abba clothes and get dance at the end. People may visit the Sheldon box office or click the ticket button below to purchase tickets.

RED WING HIGH SCHOOL CALENDAR

Monday, Jan. 20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day; no school for students.

Tuesday, Jan. 21: Second semester starts.

Wednesday, Jan. 22: Enrichment/Advisory Day.

Thursday, Jan. 23: RWHS presents "Mamma Mia," 7 p.m., Sheldon Theatre.

Friday, Jan. 24: Final day to make schedule changes.

"Mamma Mia," 7:30 p.m., Sheldon Theatre.

Saturday, Jan. 25: "Mamma Mia," 7:30 p.m., Sheldon Theatre.

Sunday, Jan. 26: "Mamma Mia," 3 p.m., Sheldon Theatre.

Wednesday, Jan. 29: Enrichment/Advisory Day.

Black Student Union hosts conference at RWHS.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND LINKS

Student hours: 8:40 a.m. to 3:24 p.m.

Attendance: 651-385-4660 or rwhsattendance@rwps.org

Phone: 651-385-4700

Webpage: Red Wing High School

Student newsletter: Jan. 20-25.

Activities: gowingers.com

How do you find money to help pay for college? The Ready Set FAFSA! series will present "Search for Scholarships" at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 21. This virtual webinar will explore the many options available for students of all income levels to apply for scholarships.

Then on Jan. 28, the four-part series will conclude with "Understand Your Aid Offer."

Ready Set FAFSA! is offered by the Minnesota Office of Higher Education, Minnesota Department of Education, ECMC The College Place and Minnesota Goes to College. For session registration, visit the Ready Set FAFSA! landing page. For promotional materials for schools in English, Hmong, Somali and Spanish, visit the Minnesota Goes to College website.

TOWER VIEW CALENDAR

Monday, Jan. 20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day; no school for students.

Tuesday, Jan. 21: Second semester begins.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND LINKS

154 Tower View Drive

Office: 651-388-8963

Webpage: Tower View

TBMS Dance Club is a new opportunity for students in grades 5-7. Practices are 3:45-5 p.m. Wednesdays in the auditorium. There is no fee. Make friends, dance, and have some fun!

Contact Ms. LaVigne for more information at vllavigne@rwps.org.

TWIN BLUFF CALENDAR

Monday, Jan. 20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day; no school for students.

Tuesday, Jan. 21: Classes resume.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND LINKS

Student hours: 8:45 a.m. to 3:40 p.m.

Twin Bluff newsletter: January.

Attendance: 651-385-4550 or tbmsattendance@rwps.org

Phone: 651-385-4530

Webpage: Twin Bluff

As the week ended, Burnside students had collected 70 pairs of glove and mittens plus nine hats and a pair of earmuffs. The Kindness Club's glove and mitten drive will run through Jan. 24.

BURNSIDE CALENDAR

Monday, Jan. 20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day; no school for students.

Tuesday, Jan. 21: Third quarter begins.

Friday, Jan. 24: Burnside Kindness Club concludes its mitten drive.

Thursday, Jan. 30: Report cards go home.

Friday, Jan. 31: Grade 2 goes to Sheldon Theatre for "Lyle the Crocodile."

IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND LINKS

Student hours: 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Burnside Bulletin newsletter: January.

Attendance: 651-385-4715 or: BESattendance@rwps.org

Phone: 651-385-4700

Kids Junction: 651-385-4709

Webpage: Burnside Elementary School

Staff from Knobelsdorff Enterprises read to kindergarten classes and taught students about construction jobs and safety on Friday, Jan. 17. Each kindergartner received a copy of "Three Cheers for Kid McGear." See more photos on the Sunnyside Facebook page.

SUNNYSIDE CALENDAR

Monday, Jan. 20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day; no school for students.

Tuesday, Jan. 21: Third quarter begins.

Wednesday-Thursday, Jan. 22-23: Special guest "Read Alouds" in classrooms.

Wednesday, Jan. 29: Grade 1 field trip to Children's Museum (Friedrich, Plein, Larsen, Forstad).

Thursday, Jan. 30: Report cards go home.

Friday, Jan. 31: Students go to Sheldon Theatre for "Lyle the Crocodile."

IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND LINKS

Student hours: 7:45 a.m. to 2:20 p.m.

Sunnyside Newsletter: January.

Attendance: 651-385-4580 or SESattendance@rwps.org

Phone: 651-385-4570

Kids Junction: 651-385-4587

Webpage: Sunnyside webpage

Looking for a couple of hours of fun out of the house? Come join us for a Colvill Play Day! This is a non-separating, unstructured playtime for you and your child -- infants to pre-kindergarten -- to explore our classroom. Check out the easel, kitchen, blocks, puzzles, sand table and toys. After classroom play, we will have active play in the gym.

Sessions are 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fridays and cost $10. If you are interested in gym time only, that begins at noon and costs $5. The dates and class registration numbers are:

Jan. 24 – #1503-25W3

Jan. 31 – #1503-25W4

Feb. 14 – #1503-25W5

Feb. 21 – #1503-25W6

Feb. 28 – #1503-25W7

March 7 – #1503-25W8

March 14 – #1503-25W9

March 28 – #1503-25W10

Please register all children including infants. Call 651-385-8000 for information. Families are welcome to call a few days before each play day to see if any openings are available.

COLVILL CALENDAR

Monday, Jan. 20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day; no school for students.

Tuesday, Jan. 21: Classes resume.

Thursday, Jan. 23: Early childhood screening (appointment required).

Friday, Jan. 24: Colvill Play Day (registration required.)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND LINKS

Colvill webpage

Office hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Phone: 651-385-8000

YOUTH CLASSES

Thursday, Jan. 23: Intro to Horses at Lost Creek Ranch, ages 7-16.

Monday, Feb. 3: Valentine Animal Friends, kindergarten-grade 1.

ADULT CLASSES

Saturday, Jan 25: Writing Poetry that People Want to Read, ages 16+.

Monday, Jan 27: Natural Approaches to Joint Health: Regenerative Medicine & Beyond.

Thursdays, Jan. 30-April 10: Teen and Adult Tap.

Office hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays.

Phone: 651-385-4565

DISTRICT CALENDAR

Monday, Jan. 20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day; no school for students.

Tuesday, Jan. 21: Classes resume.

Monday, Jan. 27: Red Wing School Board, 5:30 p.m., Red Wing High School room J110.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND LINKS

District Office

2451 Eagle Ridge Drive

Red Wing, MN 55066

Office hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Phone: 651-385-4500

Website: www.rwps.org

Red Wing Public Schools strives to provide an innovating and meaningful educational experience that fosters curiosity; pursues and applies best practices; embraces diversity by respectfully engaging all students, families, and staff; and connects and partners with our community. We serve pre-K through grade 12.

Website: www.rwps.org
Location: 2451 Eagle Ridge Drive, Red Wing, MN, USA
Phone: (651) 385-4500