Floodwood School District

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

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#

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

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

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

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

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.”

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