The Roosevelt Reader

As most of you know, I will not be returning to Roosevelt in the fall. I have decided to take a principal position in a district much closer to where my family lives. While I am sad to be leaving such a special and unique school, I am proud of the work our team has done over my two years on behalf of kids. I feel better about walking away because I know that the well-being of our students (who are all very special to me) is in the very caring and capable hands of the teachers, staff, and next principal at Roosevelt. Ms. Ashley Benhart will be taking over as principal over the summer and I am certain that she will take tremendous care of the students and take our school to new heights.

Thank you for all the support and encouragement over the past two years. Roosevelt will always have a very special place in my heart because of the wonderful people that make up our school community. Thank you for the tremendous gift you have given me by allowing me to be a part of your child's educational journey. I sincerely hope our paths cross again in the future. As they say, "Once a Falcon... Always a Falcon." Take care.

Shawn Peck

Principal

Monday, May 29 - NO SCHOOL; Memorial Day

Wednesday, May 31 - Kindergarten Graduation Event

Wednesday, May 31 - Deadline to Register for Spanish Immersion Kindergarten Class for 23-24 (see below for details)

Thursday, June 1 - 5th Grade Graduation

Thursday, June 1 - Last Day of School

Studies show that the amount of time a child spends reading was strongly coorelated with the scores the same child earns on reading proficiency tests. Students who read more read better! Please make sure your child is reading for at least 20 minutes each night. Books, magazines, newspapers, comic books, or any other text is great. If you need access to books, we have a lot! Feel free to ask your child's teacher about getting reading materials for your child if you need some!

Buckham Memorial Library has many fun things planned for this summer. Click the link below to learn more about the READING REWARDS PROGRAM FOR KIDS. You'll also get to see the Fun Friday in the Park schedule for the summer which includes:

• a comic stunt juggler
• a comedy magic show
• a Yo-Yo master
• Music concerts
• And More!

Click here to see all the fun things Buckham Memorial Library has planned for your family this summer.

We are beyond excited to announce that we are rolling out an English-Spanish Dual Immersion program. If your child will be starting Kindergarten in the fall, consider enrolling them in a dual immersion class. Space is limited.

Register Now:

• English version of the registration form: English-Spanish Dual Immersion Registration Form

• Spanish version of the registration form: Registro de inmersión dual en español

ALL children ages 18 and under are welcome to visit one of our locations below for FREE breakfast and lunch.

There are no income requirements, forms or paperwork. Food must be eaten on-site.

Lincoln Elementary School

• June 8 - August 17

• Monday - Friday

• Breakfast: 7:30 - 8:30 AM

• Lunch: 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Faribault Middle School

• June 12 - July 27

• Monday - Thursday

• Breakfast: 7:30 - 8:30 AM

• Lunch: 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Please note: There will be no meals served July 3-4 in observance of Independence Day.

Please contact the appropriate department with questions or concerns.

• Food Service: Cathy Hammerschmidt at 507-333-6773

• FPS District Office: Scott Gerdes at 507-333-6059

As we move into the spring and summer months, our class may spend prolonged periods (20 min+) outside learning. Please have your child bring any needed sun exposure items such as broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher. For the best protection, encourage your child to use shade, clothing, a hat with a wide brim, and sunglasses, as well as sunscreen during outside time.

If your child is going to bring sunscreen, please show them how to apply it themselves and notify your child’s teacher.

Thank you,

To ensure a safe and orderly situation during morning drop off please keep the following rules in mind:

1. Drive slowly and be attentive at all times when driving in the parking lot.

2. Always drop off in the far right lane. DO NOT drop children in the middle lane of traffic.

3. Children should exit the vehicle on the curb side (passenger side) of the vehicle to avoid going into a lane of traffic.

3. If there is a line of cars waiting to drop off, please join the end of that line. DO NOT bypass waiting cars.

4. When it is your turn to drop off, pull up as far as possible to keep the line progressing as quickly as possible.

5. Students should have all their materials ready so they can exit the car quickly after it comes to a stop. Parents should not get out of the car in the drop-off lane.

6. If drivers want to get out of their vehicle, they must park in the parking lot. DO NOT exit the vehicle in the drop off lane.

7. Remind your child to walk safely into the school. We work hard to keep our sidewalks free of ice but often times it reformers overnight and creates slippery conditions for walkers.

Show your Falcon Pride everywhere you go! Click the link below to visit the official Falcons Sideline store and order Falcon gear from your favorite brands: North Face, Nike, Under Armour, and more. Save 20% off orders of $85 or more with the coupon code mentioned on the website.

https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/minnesota/faribault/faribault-high-school

Email: speck@faribault.k12.mn.us
Website: https://roosevelt.faribault.k12.mn.us/
Location: 925 Parshall Street, Faribault, MN, USA
Phone: (507) 333-6700
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RoosElementary