30 SECOND SPEED TEST
A few months ago we asked our student households and area residents to take a broadband speed test in order to help determine what areas in Minnesota need updating. Now more than ever we need to make sure we have the best speed. Please take this 30 second speed test that will reveal what service you have and if it has adequate bandwidth, especially to support online learning.
Click on this link http://mnruralbroadbandcoalition.com/speedtest.
If you complete your address it makes the results better. If you do not have any internet connection, filling out your address will identify that location on the map with a black dot and that is also important information. The results of the speed test will help secure a broadband connection for our area.
Please share as anyone can take the test. In fact, the more the better. If you have previously taken this speed test, you would not need to do it again, but it will not hurt to do it twice. Thank you!
We have a couple of positions available from a basketball coach, cafeteria assistant, to tutors and youth development specialist with training provided... check it out at https://www.isd698.org/employment-opportunities--54
Parents/Guardians,
One of the biggest differences between this back to school season and last year’s is the importance of face coverings and masks. Nearly all school-age children can and should wear a mask at school to protect themselves and others.
Even though back to school time is much different this year, we have tips to help parents and kids make the most of the school year. We need your help getting the kids used to the new normal of wearing a face covering.
Things you can do to help encourage wearing a mask: https://5il.co/jrzo
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 698
FLOODWOOD, MINNESOTA
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
OF THE SCHOOL BOARD
Thursday, August 20, 2020, 7:45PM
Media Center & via Google Meet:
meet.google.com/fve-zuns-ads
Phone: 1-252-776-9064 PIN: 420 377 496#
AGENDA
1. Call to Order of special meeting and roll call of Board Member attendance.
2. Consider Resolution relating to determining the necessity of approving a new referendum revenue authorization and a capital project levy authorization and calling a special election and referendum thereon (deadline for November 3rd election is 8/21/20)
3. Second Reading of 522- Student Sex Nondiscrimination
4. Adjournment
Earlier this week we had a parent informational meeting both in person and via Google Meets. Here is a recording of that meeting https://youtu.be/VBzR0SpVS80 and some Q&A’s https://5il.co/jiw4 from that meeting. If you have any other questions, please email attendance@isd698.org.
Parents are asked to screen their child every morning before sending them to school using the screening checklist which is outlined in the Q&A.
Please watch for an updated school supply list to be published to the website soon. We are also in the process of changing our back to school forms to be all or mostly online. Next week we plan to email preschool families with enrollment forms and Mrs. Bartsch will be reaching out to the Kindergarten families. If you do not get any information by Friday, August 21st, please email attendance@isd698.org as maybe we do not have current contact information for you. You can always check your Campus Portal to see what we have listed for you and what you have selected as preferences for communications.
The MSHSL has made a change to the sports schedule. There will not be any football or volleyball games this fall, but there may be a plan to have training in the fall (pending coaches’ approval) with games in the spring instead. More information will be coming out about what that looks like.
Here is a link to the PreSchool Calendar https://5il.co/h8ox and K-12 Calendar https://5il.co/clcq .
Thank you in advance for your patience as we work through these uncharted areas. Take care!
Attention Parents/Guardians,
Last Wednesday all families (Prek through 12th grade) should have received an email with a link to a survey for pre-registration. If you didn’t already fill it out, please do so today. We need to hear from you in order to help us plan for school opening on September 8th.
If you have questions regarding the restarting of school plan, we will have an informational meeting tomorrow at 4PM in the media center. If you prefer to join virtually, a Google Meet link is attached to today’s email to you and it will be available on the website as well.
If you have questions, but are not able to attend the meeting, please email your questions to attendance@isd698.org.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue to plan and organize for the start of the school year!
Meeting ID
meet.google.com/ocv-edvu-bbe
Phone Numbers
(US)+1 402-322-2160
PIN: 265 227 269#
Attention Parents/Guardians: A pre-registration form was just sent to you via email, text, and Campus Portal. Please help us in our back to school planning by completing the form online by August 10th. If you have any questions, please contact attendance@isd698.org. Thank you in advance!
Dear Parents/Guardians,
As you may have heard, Governor Walz gave school districts the option to choose how they would open in the fall. He gave us guidelines to help us make a good decision. Based on the guidelines, Floodwood School District will open with everyone in the building. The district has been working on the three plans (in-person with everyone in the building, distance learning for everyone, and a hybrid model of in-person and distance learning) since the middle of July. The three plans were discussed and approved at the school board meeting on July 27th.
The district is ready to implement each plan depending on changes in the number of COVID-19 cases in Saint Louis County. At this point in time, we will have all students and staff in the building. However, it is an option for your family to choose Distance Learning rather than coming into the building.
As you read through the Restart Blueprint (link: https://5il.co/j57d ), you will find a comprehensive school plan. It will answer some of your questions. I am planning on a meeting on August 11th at 4:00 p.m. in the media center to address questions not answered in the Restart Blueprint. I will offer a virtual option to attend the meeting for those not comfortable with coming into the building.
A pre-registration form will be emailed and available on social media to help us plan. Please complete the form by August 10th.
If you have questions, but aren't able to attend the meeting, please email your questions to attendance@isd698.org.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue to plan and organize for the start of the school year!
Dr. Rae Villebrun
Superintendent/Principal
Floodwood School: Preparing all students to succeed.
Interested in running for School Board? Individuals may file for candidacy NOW during the filing period (July 28th - August 11th) for the November 3rd Election. The deadline to apply is 5PM on Tuesday, August 11th. The office will be open 8AM-5PM on August 11th.
To make an appointment to apply on a different day, please contact Lois Persons at 476-2285 ext. 70108 or lpersons@isd698.org.
MSBA Candidate Guide: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/793872/RunningForSchoolBoard_brochure.pdf For more information, go to: https://www.isd698.org/o/floodwood-school/browse/143104
Floodwood ISD 698 is seeking a PreK-12 School Secretary to work approx. 200 days a year starting 8/18/20. Candidate must be dependable, able to work under pressure and multi-task, be confidential, organized with attention to detail, proficient in computer/technical skills, acquire accounts payable experience, with the ability to work independently and as a part of a team. Wage relative to position. Two year post-secondary education or experience in a school setting preferred. Position closes 8/13/20 or until filled.
For more information and to apply, go to https://www.isd698.org/employment-opportunities--54
The Floodwood School District #698 does not discriminate based on sex, disability, race, color, and national origin.
Today, we’d like to honor City Administrator, Jess Rich, on her last day at City Hall. Thank you for your years of service to the City of Floodwood. We wish you all the best on your next adventure. They are lucky to have you!
Parents and Guardians,
The link to the document describing the three plans for what Floodwood School may look like in the fall is below. This document is fluid and may be changed based on student need and new information from the Minnesota Department of Education or Governor Walz's plan.
Please send any comments or concerns to attendance@isd698.org. We will be scheduling a parent meeting as a way for open discussion.
Together, we will make the plan work for our students.
Rae Villebrun, Superintendent/Principal
https://5il.co/iu13
Notice of School Board Meeting
Monday, July 27th, 6:00PM in media center (mask required)
or via Google Meet: meet.google.com/kir-vxqp-vsu
phone: 1-414-858-7276 PIN: 619 553 317#
Agenda: https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/1132?meeting=360746
Be more and better your community with AmeriCorps! Floodwood School has two openings for a 25 hour/week Math tutor and 25 hour/week Reading tutor. Training is provided, but you need to apply soon if you are interested!
The Facebook Live will be broadcast at https://www.facebook.com/MNReadingCorps/ at 6PM tonight to learn more about 1,700 paid opportunities to make a difference in Minnesota.
Whether you are a recent high school grad, college student, parent or retiree, there is an opportunity for you! A year of service with AmeriCorps is a meaningful opportunity to gain experience and make a difference while also earning some awesome perks.
Reading Corps & Math Corps offers:
• Options 25 hours a week at Floodwood School
• Locations throughout Minnesota, including Floodwood
• Start dates in August, September, November and January
• Experience that employers value
You can learn more at readingandmath.net
Interested in running for School Board? Individuals may file for candidacy during the filing period (July 28th - August 11th) for the November 3rd Election.
MSBA Candidate Guide:
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/793872/RunningForSchoolBoard_brochure.pdf
For more information, go to: https://www.isd698.org/o/floodwood-school/browse/143104
Literacy Tutor and Math Tutor Wanted for 2020-2021
25 hours/week for both positions
Training Provided
Apply by July 27th!
Follow this link for posting details:
https://www.isd698.org/employment-opportunities--54
A Facebook Live Community Information Session will be on Tuesday, July 21st from 6PM to 7PM. This information session will be open to anyone interested in learning how they can support students this coming school year. Here is the link to join the session:
https://www.facebook.com/events/364925421139314/
Attention Parents! An alert was sent to all families yesterday to fill out a survey due 8AM tomorrow (Wednesday). Knowing how parents feel about sending their children back to school is an important factor in our reopening plan. Your opinion matters.
Here is the link to the survey: https://forms.gle/zhMvzeirYrHQsiah8
Youth Development Specialist
35 hours/week - Training Provided
Apply soon!
For more info & to apply, go to https://www.isd698.org/employment-opportunities--54
Literacy Tutor – MN Reading Corps
25 hours/week during school hours
Must be 18 years old - Training provided!
Help our students build their reading skills and confidence. Give your time as a tutor and make a difference. Tutors receive a stipend every 2 weeks, plus additional $ for college tuition or student loans and free individual health insurance. Learn more and apply by July 27 at readingandmath.net to start helping in August.
For more information: https://www.isd698.org/employment-opportunities--54
