Floodwood School District

Notice of Working Session to discuss Operating Referendum Monday, July 13, 2020, 6:00PM Media Center or join with Google Meet: meet.google.com/emv-xjpi-rzc or by phone: 1-302-469-3802, PIN: 105611067#

almost 5 years ago, Lois Persons

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST WANTED Position Summary Youth and families across Minnesota are being impacted by COVID-19. This pandemic will have lasting effects on our most vulnerable and you can make all the difference! Offer your time and talent to support your community. As a Youth Development Specialist with True North AmeriCorps, you will help schools and community-based programs respond to significant needs their students face relating to social, emotional, and behavioral needs. Service could include a combination of several tasks such as 1:1 check ins, social emotional skill building, enrichment programming and more. Youth Development Specialists will serve in a part time (18-25 hours per week) or full-time capacity (35 hours per week) beginning August 17, 2020 and ending service on August 15th, 2021. This is an AmeriCorps member position. You will join an amazing group of members, determined to help our communities. Perks Package Give your time as an AmeriCorps member and you’ll receive the following perks Living stipend of up to $650 once every two weeks Individual Health Insurance — Monthly Premium 100% Covered Child Care Assistance — Based on Family Size and Income Federal student loan forbearance and interest repayment Free YMCA membership Segal AmeriCorps Education Award can be used to pay tuition or repay qualified student loans. Individuals 55+ may gift their award to their child, grandchild, stepchild or foster child. What It Takes Great members are those with the desire to help our communities and our kids. That said, you also need to meet the following minimum qualifications by the time you begin your service. Must be 18 years of age or older by your start date. Must have at least a high school diploma or recognized equivalent by your start date. Must be either a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States. Must pass mandatory pre-service background checks. *Applicants who have received deferred action for childhood arrivals (DACA) through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security are not eligible to serve as AmeriCorps members at this time. Want To Learn More? www.truenorthamericorps.org/apply to view the position description. Have Questions? We’d love to hear from you! Contact: ajacobson @ duluthymca.org About Our Organization The Duluth Area Family YMCA has hosted the True North AmeriCorps program since 2003. The mission of the Duluth Area Family YMCA is to put the principles of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Everyone is welcome at the Y, which serves a diverse population across the lifespan by "building strong kids, strong families and strong communities." We accomplish this through a wide variety of quality programs for all ages while focusing mainly on children and youth. The Y serves three crucial areas of focus to help individuals, families, and communities to learn, grow, and thrive: youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Duluth Area Family YMCA will not discriminate for or against any AmeriCorps service member or applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, disability, sexual orientation, age, or any other category protected by law. Reasonable accommodations provided upon request. This document is available in alternative formats. MORE INFO CAN BE FOUND ON THE DISTRICT WEBSITE: https://www.isd698.org/employment-opportunities--54

almost 5 years ago, Lois Persons

Fall Planning Survey - The Minnesota Department of Education wants to hear from parents about their distance learning experience as they plan for the 2020-21 school year. Please take this survey to share your experience by June 30th: http://sgiz.mobi/s3/2020-Parent-Distance-Learning-Feedback-Survey

almost 5 years ago, Lois Persons

The Arrowhead Library System (ALS) Resumes Bookmobile services. Floodwood times are Tues.: (6/30, 7/21, 8/11) @ (10:00-11:30). ALS will be “curbside” service style, call at least 1 day ahead to request items (218-742-6762). Request forms now avail: https://tinyurl.com/ALSBKM

almost 5 years ago, Geraldine Davidson

Greetings! I hope all students & families have a great summer. Please return any library books you still have. Great news, MidAmerica Book company has opened up their online resources for all. Use this link: https://midamericabooks.com/free-distance-learning

almost 5 years ago, Geraldine Davidson

IMPORTANT COMMUNITY SURVEY ON DISTRICT OPERATIONS IS DUE FRIDAY, JUNE 5TH! District Residents Asked to Provide Feedback The Floodwood School District reached out to all District residents recently to gather input regarding District operations with a community-wide survey. The District is forecasting a budget shortfall averaging more than $575,000 in each of the next 10 years and will need to go to referendum to increase revenue to address this need. The School Board recognizes any potential referendum must reflect the priorities of taxpayers. Therefore, the district is urging all residents to participate in this important district-wide effort as they prepare to make important decisions about the operations of the District. Over the past 5 years the District has made significant reductions to balance the budget. However, they are concerned what additional cuts will mean to educating our students, retaining quality staff and maintaining facilities. To assist with data gathering efforts, the School Board is working with School Perceptions LLC, an independent firm with expertise in conducting school district surveys. All survey data is returned to School Perceptions to ensure respondent anonymity. Every household should have received a paper 8-page survey in their mail already. Residents can either complete the paper survey and mail it back to School Perceptions in the envelope provided or log on to the website listed on the survey and take the survey online. Residents have until June 5th to complete the survey. In the event a residence does not receive a survey, they can simply call the District office at 218-476-2285 ext. 70108 or email attendance@isd698.org for assistance. “Our schools are a critical part of our community,” shares Dr. Rae Villebrun, the District’s Superintendent and Principal, “as we make these decisions about our District, the voice of every resident is critical to this process.”

almost 5 years ago, Lois Persons

Congratulations to the Class of 2020! We are so proud of you! https://youtu.be/1ZIiXhsTbYc

almost 5 years ago, Rae Villebrun

Dear Floodwood Students, We've reached the end of the school year, and even though the year didn't end like any other year, we couldn't be more proud of your hard work, your resilience and your dedication. We missed ending the school year seeing all of your bright, smiling faces, but know that we are here for you each step of the way, and we look forward to being together again! To the Class of 2020, congratulations on this accomplishment and milestone. All of us couldn't be more proud. All of your hard work and dedication will help lead you into the next journey that each of you decide to take. "It's the oldest story in the world. One day you're 17 and planning for someday, and then quietly, without you ever really noticing, someday is today. And that someday is yesterday. And this is your life." Have a fantastic summer! From all of us at Floodwood School #PolarPride #Congratulations #Classof2020

almost 5 years ago, Jaimen Davis

Class of 2020 Commencement Ceremony Program, starting virtually at 7PM at this link: https://www.google.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fzoom.us%2Fj%2F4382091520%3Fpwd%3DclFwdkpVV3h2aWd3Nmc3WTNBcnhxdz09&sa=D&ust=1591030370992000&usg=AOvVaw07qMCPYdftj0iuh5DUlqvO

almost 5 years ago, Lois Persons

Dollars For Scholars Program for the Class of 2020 Commencement

almost 5 years ago, Lois Persons

Happy Graduation Night! Click on the link below to view a tribute to the 2020 FHS graduates. Floodwood Staff wish all our graduates best wishes in all of their future adventures! https://youtu.be/Yg_A7ivY2nY

almost 5 years ago, Amanda Fjeld