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A PUBLICATION OF INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 2154

Independent School District No. 2154

Eveleth-Gilbert Public Schools

801 Jones Street

Eveleth, MN 55734-1696

At Eveleth-Gilbert Public Schools we are thrilled to announce the

beginning of Phase Two of our 1-1 iPad Implementation Program!

This fall, students in grades 6-9 will be issued a district owned iPad

for their use during the school year. The Technology Committee has

been working hard to prepare our district and staff for this roll out.

We will do our best to help guide students, families, and school staff

through this exciting new program.

During the first weeks of school, parents and guardians of students

in grades 6-9 will be asked to attend a parent information session on

the iPads and the uses and responsibilities we will expect of our

students. Information will be presented on how the district will be

supervising the content on the iPads, the uses of new Technology

Fee for students in those grades, and on how the iPads may be used

in classrooms. We will be detailing how these iPads can be used by

both students and their parents or guardians to enhance learning

and access resources from home. We expect that parents and

students will have numerous questions that can be answered by

reviewing the iPad Handbook and attending the information

session. The iPad Handbook will be distributed at the parent meet-

ing, but is also already available for you to review online by visiting

the district website or by using the QR code in this newsletter.

We understand that we have many households who do not have

internet access for a variety of reasons and have taken steps to ensure

that this will not hinder student’s use of this tool during the year. Stu-

dents will have wireless access at school and will be able to download

any content they need while there. Parents and their students may

find that there are a number of area businesses and agencies that offer

free access at their sites (the public libraries for instance).

We are pleased to be able to offer our students this tool. Students in

grades 10-12 will be included next year. We have also purchased iPad

minis for use in the K-5 classrooms, including classroom sets of five and

full carts available for teachers to check out for whole-class use. Stu-

dents will have new tools at their fingertips that will transform their

learning experiences in many ways. We look forward to learning new

things with our students and from our students this school year!

iPad Initiative at Eveleth-Gilbert Schools

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PREVIEW THE EVELETH-GILBERT

iPAD HANDBOOK!

BACK TO SCHOOL 2

Welcome to the 2013-2014

school year. There is a sense

of excitement that is always

present at the beginning of a

new school year. Students

are anxious to find out whom

their teachers will be for the

year and if any of their

friends will be in their classes.

Fall sports and activities have

just started or will be starting

in the near future and

students are excited and

happy to be participating in

these activities. There is a lot

of laughter and chatter in the

locker rooms and on the

fields, courts, and in the

pools. Teachers have

returned to their classrooms

preparing for the students

who will soon walk through

the school doors. There is a

lot of chatter and laughter

shared among them also as

they prepare for the new

school year. I love the sound

of teachers and students as

they return to school. I find

their excitement and

enthusiasm to be very

rewarding and contagious.

I invite you to find some

opportunities this year to

attend some of the activities

available through the school;

whether it is attending an

athletic event, a play, and a

band or choir concert. The

students of the Eveleth-

Gilbert School district and

their coaches and advisors

thoroughly enjoy having the

support of their community

as they compete or perform.

Be sure to check the district’s

website for upcoming events.

This is the second year of

the district’s iPad implemen-

tation plan. Students in

grades 6-9 will be given indi-

vidual iPads. These iPads will

be used in the classroom as

an instructional tool.

Students in grades 6-9 will

also be allowed to take the

iPads home. In preparation

for the one-on-one iPad

implementation, teachers

FROM THE DESK OF SUPERINTENDENT DEBORAH HILDE have participated in and will

continue to participate in

professional development

opportunities focused on the

use of technology as an

instructional tool.

I encourage you to contact

your child’s teacher, Building

Administrator, or me if you

have any questions or concerns

regarding what is happening in

your child’s classroom, school,

or in the district.

I hope you and your students

have an enjoyable and

successful 2013-2014 school

year.

EVELETH-GILBERT SCHOOLS WELCOME NEW STAFF

My name is Jeff Isaacson and I am a 2001 graduate of Mesabi East High School. I attended college at Bemidji State and UW-Superior earning degrees in Chemistry, Science Education, and Educational Administration. I have enjoyed working in the Eveleth-Gilbert District for the past five years a substitute teacher and homebound instructor. I have spent a great amount of my time in the sport of curling. I have been competing

since I was 13 years old. I have a couple of state and national championships and a World University Games gold medal. I was also a member of the 2010 Olympic Team. Curling has given me many opportunities to do what I love most-travel. I was known on a first name basis at the airport and logged thousands of miles on hundreds of flights across the US and Canada as well as 10 trips overseas. I have visited most of the countries of Europe and even traveled as far away as South Korea. I believe so much can be gained from travel and world experiences and always encourage others to get away and see the world if they have the opportunity. I look forward to working with the great staff and students at Eveleth-Gilbert. Go Bears!

Deborah Hilde, Superintendent,

Eveleth-Gilbert Public Schools

Hello, my name is Melissa

Betzolt and I will be the

Secondary Business Education

teacher this school year.

I am originally from Chicago,

but have lived many places

throughout the years where I

have had the opportunity to

work in a variety of professional

fields. I serve on multiple state

and national Business Education boards that have provided a

variety of enriching experiences to represent Business Educa-

tion on a global level. I received my training from North Park

University and Winona State University and look forward to

instilling in our students applicable job ready skills for the 21st

century workplace. I am very excited for the upcoming school

year!

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DISTRICT WEBSITE!

www.isd2154.k12.mn.us

3 AUGUST 2013 Volunteers in Education (VinE) Comes to Eveleth-Gilbert

The onset of the school year is a time of exciting new beginnings for both students and staff — new classes, new faces, and new learning experi-encing. Another exciting new addition for the Eveleth-Gilbert School District for the 2013-2014 school year is par-ticipation in the Volun-teers in Education (VinE) program, a non-profit organization that started its efforts in 2009 of

providing volunteer assistance to teachers and students at various sites in the St. Louis County School System. The program’s measured success has resulted in and allowed for its further expansion into other school districts this year, including Eveleth-Gilbert and Nett Lake.

VinE’s mission is to connect communities with their local schools and to assist teachers and staff in promoting success for their students. When communities take ownership by volunteering in their local schools, their students benefit in many ways. Volunteering in the schools can take a variety of forms. Assisting students with readiness learning activities, practicing their reading skills or helping with math problems one-on-one or in small groups, answering their homework questions, and even something as simple as being a caring presence in a classroom when needed are all ways that volunteers can make a difference in students’ lives and help them to succeed.

Ann Voss, former teacher and thirty-four year veteran of the Eveleth-Gilbert School District has been identified as this year’s VinE coordinator. The VinE program will be implemented in grades K-8 this school year. “It’s a privilege for me to be this year’s VinE coordinator. I’m looking forward to being a part of this very beneficial program.” As coordinator, her job will be to recruit and organize volunteers, match volunteers with teachers who wish to have some extra assis-tance in their classrooms, utilize volunteers when available for afterschool homework help where none is currently available, and assist staff with volunteer needs as they arise.

Maxine Perko, former Franklin Elementary teacher and thirty year veteran of the district will be implementing the SMART ) Stimulating Maturity through Accelerated Readiness Training) Program at the Franklin Elementary through the VinE program. SMART is a developmental approach designed to provide younger elementary students with a series of activities that combine brain and motor skill coordination to help prepare them for learning. Once these readiness skills are in place, children have the necessary tools to be able to enhance their ability to become lifelong learners.

“It’s exciting to have the VinE program as part of the Eveleth-Gilbert School District this year, stated Voss. “We are encouraging individuals who have an hour or two a week, or even a couple hours a month to consider being a volunteer to assist our teachers and students.” Feel free to contact Ann Voss at 218-749-8585 or avoss@isd2154.k12.mn.us if you are interested in sharing your time or have any questions regarding the VinE Program.

Our youth are the future of our communities. Let’s do all that we can to assist our schools and our students and help to ensure their success.

VinE Coordinator, Ann Voss reads to first grade student,

Savanna Scovell

EVELETH-GILBERT SCHOOLS WELCOME NEW STAFF continued from page 2

Hi, my name is Karen Rogotzke,

and I will be the school

counselor at the junior high and

a social studies teacher at the

high school and junior high.

Before moving to the Iron

Range, I lived in the south

central part of the state. I grew

up on an elk farm outside of

Fairfax, MN and later moved to

St. Peter to study Secondary Education at Gustavus. I went on

to graduate school at the Minnesota Sate University, Mankato

and got a degree in Professional School Counseling.

In my spare time I enjoy spending time with friends and

family, running, traveling, and touring museums. I am very

excited to start working with the Eveleth-Gilbert staff and

students! I look forward to meeting everyone and having an

awesome school year!

My name is Mandy Brunfelt

and I am excited to be the new

6th grade teacher at Eveleth-

Gilbert Schools.

A little background about

myself. I have been in the teach-

ing field for about 20 years,

taking some time off to be a stay

-at-home mom.

For the past five years, I have been very busy being a

substitute teacher. I am looking forward to having my own

classroom this year and can’t wait to meet the students at

Nelle Shean.

I live outside of Aurora with my husband, our 9th grade

son, our 6th grade daughter, and dog Maggie.

NELLE SHEAN SUPPLIES 2013-2014

SCHOOL SUPPLY INFORMATION FOR JR. HIGH STUDENTS & PARENTS

Students at Eveleth-Gilbert Junior High need to work with their parents/guardians to determine the best way for them to keep their materials organized. This process will be different for each student, but organization is CRITICAL—so make a plan and purchase what you need. Be prepared to make changes if what you’re doing isn’t working and you’re losing

assignments or coming to class unprepared. Don’t overdo it. Sometimes less is more—fewer folders and notebooks mean you have less to keep track of. Purchase extra supplies in the fall when they are less expensive so you can refresh yours if they run out or become damaged.

Locker organizers can be helpful, but they can also create more of a mess to contend with and may prevent the locker from opening or closing. Students are not allowed to put stickers on lockers. Magnets are allowed inside, but tape and stickers are prohibited.

School supplies can become expensive, especially for those with multiple children. Any families who have difficulty for any reason purchasing supplies should contact the principal, counselor, secretary, or any other staff member. We have some supplies on hand that we can provide, no questions asked!

Teachers at Eveleth-Gilbert Junior High will hand out a syllabus at the beginning of the year that may list items not included here. This list, and the elective course supply lists do not include information from all courses or teachers. This list is created to help you get started gathering materials for the 2013-2014 school year.

All students in grades 7 and 8 will need the following supplies for their required courses:

1. No planners are required this year as students will be using their iPads for organization.

2. Pencils (lots of them, with good erasers—mechanical pencils are fine)

3. Pens

4. Scientific calculator

5. Notebooks (1 designated especially for English—80 page)

6. Binders—some classes have required sizes

7. Loose leaf paper

8. Folders (the sturdier the better)

9. Paper grocery bags to cover books

10. Colored pencils

11. Glue sticks

12. Hand held pencil sharpener

Students in Physical Education will need the following: combination lock, athletic tennis shoes (not skateboard shoes), t-shirt, shorts and/or sweats.

Students enrolled in the following elective courses will need:

Family and Consumer Science/FACS: one inch 3-ring binder, loose leaf paper. 8th grade FACS students will also need: $5.75 for sewing materials, wire hanger, pin cushion and dressmaker pins (recommended but not required), magazines with food pictures (not required)

Art: pencils, erasers, hand held pencil sharpener, folder.

Orchestra: one inch 3-ring binder, hole reinforcement stickers, a tuner (iTuner is a free app for IPhone/IPod/iPad), extra set of strings (for students who own a full size instrument), a mute, all lesson books (7th grade Essential Elements 2000 for Strings Book 2 and Suzuki Volume 1. 8th grade Essential Technique 2000 Book 3, Suzuki Volume 2 or higher), Metronome, shoulder rest for vio-linists and violists, rock stop for cellists and bassists, folding music stand for home practice and performances outside of school, cleaning rag, pencil highlighter.

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FIFTH GRADE: #2 pencils w/erasers, pens (blue, black, red), colored pencils, crayons (24 count), markers, glue sticks, bottle school glue, four 2-pocket folders (red, yellow, blue, orange), four single subject notebooks (red, yellow, blue, purple), one black 3-subject note-book, headphones or earbuds, 2-inch binder, 1 box Kleenex (200 count), ruler with cm and inches, school scissors, small pencil box, calculator (regular-not scientific or graphing) gym shoes (to be kept in school), $11 for E-G planner/folder system.

SIXTH GRADE: #2 pencils w/erasers, pens (blue, black, red), colored pencils/crayons, markers, glue sticks, calculator, ruler (metric and inch) pocket dictionary, five wide ruled spiral notebooks, scissors (adult size), two boxes Kleenex, dry erase markers, six quarter plastic storage box, highlighter, gym shoes (to be kept in school, head-phones or earbuds, $6 for folder system.

Checks should be made payable to Nelle Shean Activity Fund.

5th and 6th grade students will have lockers near the office for storing winter clothing, gym shoes, etc. Books will be kept in the classrooms. For this reason, we do not recommend purchasing locker storage accessories.

Parents with questions about school supplies or who have difficulty purchasing supplies should contact your child’s teacher or the Gilbert Campus office.

5 AUGUST 2013

markers, 24 pack #2 pencils, highlighters, composition book, school box with snap lock, one box 200 count Kleenex, erasers (pink or green), scissors (small children’s), two pocket folders, gym shoes (to be kept at school) change of clothes.

SECOND GRADE: one box sharpened #2 pencils, pencil sharper w/top, two boxes Crayola crayons (24 count), pencil box with snap lock, two 4 oz bot-tles Elmer’s glue, large pink eraser, two 2-pocket folders, two wide rule spiral notebooks, pair of Fiskars scissors, one box 200 count Kleenex, gym shoes (to be kept at school)

THIRD GRADE: sharpened #2 pencils, one box 24 count Crayola crayons, one box colored pencils, pencil sharper with top, one snap lock pencil box, one 4 oz bottle Elmer’s glue, one glue stick, washable markers, higher, two spiral notebooks, two 2-pocket folders, ruler (cm and inch), school scissors, box of 200 count Kleenex, gym shoes (to be kept at school), change of clothes.

FOURTH GRADE: #2 pencils, pencil sharpener, eraser tips, Crayola crayons, glue stick and glue, ruler (metric and inch), colored pencils, colored pens, zippered pencil pouch, school scissors, highlighter, one 3 subject black notebook, one 5 subject notebook, two folders, two boxes 200 count Kleenex, gym shoes (to be kept at school), $7 for student planner/folder system.

FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SUPPLIES 2013-2014

GRADES 3-5 WILL NEED SWIMMING SUITS AND TOWELS.

NEW STUDENTS WILL NEED $3 FOR HEAD SET

KINDERGARTEN: eight large glue sticks, one backpack (no wheels), one snap-lock pencil box, four #2 pencils, one 2-pocket folder, two large boxes crackers, gym shoes (to be kept at school), one box Kleenex (check w/teacher on 1st day), one set of 16 Crayola crayons, blunt tip scissors, large bath towel, $3 for head set, change of clothes.

FIRST GRADE: one 4 oz bottle Elmer’s glue, four glue sticks one box Crayola crayons (up to 24 pack), twelve pack (or less) of colored pencils, two dry erase

EVELETH-GILBERT SCHOOLS WELCOME NEW STAFF continued from page 3

My name is Mary Fleetwood and

I am excited to be returning to

Eveleth-Gilbert Schools this year!

I have lived in Northern

Minnesota for more than 20 years.

I live with my husband of 13 years

and my two children. We enjoy

many of the year round activities

that the Iron Range has to offer.

I have worked in the Eveleth-Gilbert School District for two

full years now and am thrilled to be part of the amazing

team of educators here.

My name is Paul Brainard and I graduated from the University of Wisconsin Superior in 1993 and later attended St. Cloud State where I received my special education certification. I first started my teaching career in the Minneapolis school system teaching 3rd and 4th grade special education at the Riverwest Day Treatment School. I then taught

7th-12th grade special education in Hill City where I was the head baseball and assistant football coach for 12 years. I also taught for one year at Itaskin Juvenile Center. I am married to my wife Amy and we have three boys: Jack and Cole who are 13 and Conner who is nine. We also have two dogs Piper and Lucy. My boys and I enjoy hunting, fishing, and all types of sports. I am looking forward to teaching here at Eveleth-Gilbert Schools!

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FUTURE EDITIONS OF E-G

NEWSLETTERS!

BACK TO SCHOOL 6

Franklin Elementary Lunch Schedule 2013-2014

11:00 a.m. Grade 4

11:20 a.m. Grade 3

11:40 a.m. Grade 2

12:00 p.m. Kindergarten

12:20 p.m. Grade 1

Lunch times are subject to change.

Welcome Back to School! Wow! Can you believe another year is about to start!

We are busy preparing the Franklin for teachers and students. The staff is eager to get back to what they love the most—working with kids. Our classrooms are shiny clean and getting prepared for new smiling faces.

Franklin Elementary is a great place to be! I believe that strong community -

school relationships are essential to academic success. Find any successful school and you will find parents and community members that are involved and supportive.

This year we will be bringing in Volunteers in Education, a group of dedicated individuals that are ready and willing to work with students and staff, and tutor students in need of additional support. This program will help our students excel both inside and outside of the classroom. I am excited to get the program started!

Our Open House will be on Tuesday, August 27, 2013 from 4:00-5:00 PM, and all teachers and staff will be excited to meet you and welcome you into your new classroom.

Please check the district website throughout the year for up-to-date information and events, and I am available to any parents, just call 218-744-7710. Enjoy the rest of summer, see you soon!

A MESSAGE FROM PRINCIPAL BOL

Students will line up at the following entrances:

Kindergarten Bus Room Door

Grades 2 & 4 West Entrance

Grades 1 & 3 East Entrance

After the bell rings at 8:10 a.m. please report to your new classroom.

New students arriving on the first day should report directly to the

Principal’s office when the bell rings. All new students who have

not registered for school should register at the Franklin Elementary

Principal’s office prior to Tuesday, September 3, 2013. Breakfast

and lunch will be available for all students who choose to eat in the

cafeteria on the first day. Students who walk to school are

permitted to go home for lunch. All students will be

released from school at 2:50 p.m.

Franklin Elementary Information

ADMINISTRATION: Mrs. Lynn Bol, Principal Mrs. Stacy Buatala, Secretary

KINDERGARTEN: Mary Hydukovich, Jody Negen, Deb Tikkanen, Kim Wolner

GRADE 1: Becki Carey, Laurie Hipple-Jam, Cammy Newman,

GRADE 2: Linda Erickson, Joseph Grigal, Nancy Knapper, Gaye Lossing

GRADE 3: Anita Skenzich, Sheena Stefanich, Karen Terrio, Nicole Young

GRADE 4: Beth Bittmann, Kristy Hill, Melissa Lautigar ECSE: Kristy Cummings, Dina Scheib

SPECIAL ED: Crystal Scuffy, Mary Fleetwood

SPEECH: Christine Beckstrom

NURSE: Wendy Newcomb

PHY ED/SWIMMING: Liz Biondich

PHY ED: Wayne Roberts LIBRARY: Cheryl Aro

MUSIC: Anthony Lischalk

FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY STAFF

Lynn Bol, Franklin Elementary Principal

NEWS FROM THE GILBERT CAMPUS

7 AUGUST 2013

There are lots of new and exciting things going on for the coming year at the Gilbert Campus including a new principal. My name is Jeff Carey, I have spent the last 18 years in the St Louis County Schools as a teacher and principal and am excited for the opportunity to move to Eveleth-Gilbert! Also new to our school is Mrs. Mandy Brunfelt, 6th Grade Teacher, Mr. Paul Brainard, Elementary Special Education Teacher, Mr. Jeff Isaacson, Elementary and Junior High Science Teacher, and Ms. Karen Rogotzke, who will serve as

the new Jr. High Counselor and teach a class of 7th grade social studies.

As phase II of our iPad initiative, iPads will be distributed to every student in grades 6, 7, and 8 this year. We will be sending out more specific information in the coming weeks about iPad distribution including a mandatory parent meeting that will occur within the first couple weeks of school. We are very excited about the possibilities this opportunity is going to afford the students!

Open House for the Gilbert Campus is scheduled from 3:30 until 5:30 on Thursday, August 29th. Junior High students will be able to pick up their schedules, locker combinations, bus information, as well as student and parent passwords for Powerschool. This information will be distributed in the Media Center that night. All students will have the opportunity to tour the school and meet their teachers. Please join us on the 29th, we look forward to seeing everyone!

Nelle Shean Elementary Lunch Schedule

12:10-12:30 p.m. Grade 6 Lunch

12:30-12:55 p.m. Grade 6 Recess

12:30-12:50 p.m. Grade 5 Lunch

12:50-1:15 p.m. Grade 5 Recess

GILBERT CAMPUS STAFF ADMINISTRATION: Mr. Jeffrey Carey, Principal Mrs. Debbie Wiirre, Secretary Ms. Karen Rogotzke, Counselor

JUNIOR HIGH STAFF: Math-Angie Kemp, Paula Madden English-Dan Berry, Jill Clennon Computer Skills-Melissa Betzolt Social Studies-Dave Kunz, Karen Rogotzke Science-Sue Hendrickson, Jeff Isaacson, Todd Ufford Phy Ed/Health-Deanna Kerzie FACS-Jeannine Bauman Art-Deb Custer, Kristen Moore Industrial Tech-Steve Clouse Orchestra-Sheila Wilcox Band-Kevin Szumal Special Education-Sue Ostman

NELLE SHEAN STAFF: Grade 5-Sharon Jensen, Adam Lemieux, Laurie Oates, Andrea Rosenberg Grade 6-Natalie Belt, Mandy Brunfelt, Stace Landwer, Ed Thompson Special Education-Paul Brainard Speech-Christine Beckstrom Title I-Delores Heitzman Phy Ed-Deanna Kerzie, Wayne Roberts Computer– Cathy Wiegman

MEDIA CENTER: Leigh Zika, Kathleen Sande

SCHOOL NURSE: Barbara Preiner

E-G Jr. High School First Day of Classes

All Junior High students are required to report directly to their first period class on Tuesday, September 3rd. The first bell rings at 8:00 a.m. and students must be in their classrooms, ready to go, by 8:05. These first few days we do our best to help students adjust to their new schedules and get organ-ized. If your student is new to our school, or missed open house, they may pick up their schedule and locker information in the office any time after 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday, September 3rd.

Gilbert Campus Open House

Thursday, August 29, 2013

3:30-5:30 pm

Jeff Carey, Gilbert Campus Principal

BACK TO SCHOOL 8

I am so excited to welcome back our staff and families for another fantastic school year.

I am moving to the Senior High School after six years in Gilbert; first as the School Counselor and then as the Principal of the Nelle Shean and Junior High. Because of this experience I know almost all of the students currently in the high school. I know what great kids they are and

look forward to being a part of their senior high years.

The faculty and staff are hard at work preparing for a new year. You’ll find many updates and improvements have been completed over the summer. We have purchased iPads for students in grades 6-9 (with a plan to purchase iPads for students in grades 10-12 next year), new computers in the lab and for our teachers, new carpet in many rooms, and new flooring on the staircase near the office.

Jones Street improvements are due to be completed on the portion in front of the school by the end of August. Until that time, the entrance to the Senior High parking lot on Fayal Avenue has been opened. You may find it necessary to use this entrance on Open House night.

We have a lot of exciting events, new and returning, that we will do our best to keep you informed of this year. Please visit our website frequently for announcements and information. We encourage you to check your child’s grades in PowerSchool and stress the importance of attendance and participation. The PowerSchool app has not been set up for our school yet. If we are able to make the necessary changes, we will inform parents of the sign-on information and directions to download the app at that time.

There is always a lot of information coming home at the beginning of the year. Make sure you take some time to go through it completely to avoid confusion or issues later in the year.

I look forward to seeing you at Open House on August 27th from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. and at many other games, concerts, and events. Please feel free to contact me at any time if you have questions or concerns. My door is always open. I respond to emails quickly and that is often the best way to contact me. See you all soon!

A MESSAGE FROM PRINCIPAL SEBOE SENIOR HIGH STAFF ADMINISTRATION: Ms. Danette Seboe, Principal

Ms. Monica Von Wald, Secretary

ART: Deborah Custer

BUSINESS EDUCATION: Melissa Betzolt

COUNSELOR: TBA

ENGLISH: Jill Clennon, Jack Gritzmacher, Donna Walls

FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE: Jeannine Bauman

FOREIGN LANGUAGE: Catherine Larson

INDUSTRIAL TECH: Steven Clouse, George Haraden

PHY ED/HEALTH: Elizabeth Biondich, Kyle Thoreson

MATH: Chris Chad, Tara Peshel

MEDIA/LIBRARY: Cheryl Aro, Cindy Lindfors

MUSIC: Kevin Szumal, Sheila Wilcox

SCIENCE: Sue Hendrickson, Tim Strasser, Todd Ufford

SOCIAL STUDIES: Kevin Burritt, , Aimee Krebs

SPECIAL EDUCATION: Mike Goodrie

VOC. FOOD OCCUPATIONS: Peggy Laughlin

VOCATIONAL MED. CAREERS: Kathy Bradach, Barb Etter

“Dedicated to quality learning.

Together we challenge the future.”

Senior High Open House

Tuesday, August 27, 2013

3:30-5:30 PM

Danette Seboe, Senior High Principal

EGHS Drama Presents THE WIZARD OF OZ

The yellow brick road leads to the Boardman Auditorium at Eveleth-Gilbert High School this fall. The Wizard of Oz, the stage adaptation of the popular MGM musical based on a story by Frank Baum, will feature Briona Currie (freshman) as

Dorothy, Christian VanOrsdel (sophomore) as the Scarecrow, Quinn Muhich (7th grader) as the Tin Man, Mason Isaacson (junior) as the Cowardly Lion, and Jaimie Maki (senior) as the Wicked Witch. The rest of the large cast is made up of students in grades 5 through 12, along with a few elementary students as Munchkins.

The show will be presented on Thursday and Friday, October 24 and 25 at 7:00 p.m. at the high school in Eveleth. A Sunday Matinee will also be held on October 27 at 2:00 p.m. Tickets will be sold at the door starting one hour before show time.

For more information go to GoldenBear Drama.com

9 AUGUST 2013

BOARD OF EDUCATION

Keith Young, Chair Beth Collins, Director

Mary Spang, Vice Chair Mark Forte, Director

Leon Schanlaub, Clerk Thomas Gentilini, Director

Mona Putzel, Treasurer

Eveleth-Gilbert School Board meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th

Tuesday of each month at 5:00 p.m. in the board room located on

the Eveleth Campus.

Meeting agendas and minutes are available on the district website:

www.isd2154.k12.mn.us

DIRECT DIAL NUMBERS -EVELETH-GILBERT SCHOOLS

Aro, Cheryl 744-7725

Athletic Director- Kyle Thoreson 744-7712

Berry, Denise - Communications 744-7774

Bol, Lynn - Franklin Principal 744-7710

Buatala, Stacy—Franklin Secretary 744-7709 Cafeteria Franklin 744-7713

Cafeteria Gilbert 744-7777

Cafeteria Sr. High 744-7730

Carey, Jeff—Gilbert Campus Principal 744-7773

Community Education 744-7717

Counselor Jr. High 744-7775

Counselor Sr. High 744-7708

ECFE 744-7742

Hilde, Deborah - Superintendent 744-7701

Lintula, Andrea - Bookkeeper 744-7704

Media Center Franklin 744-7723

Media Center Gilbert 744-7780

Media Center Sr. High 744-7725

Nelis, Candace 744-7705 Nurse’s Office Eveleth 744-7711

Nurse’s Office Gilbert 744-7776

Phy Ed Office Boys Gilbert 744-7778

Phy Ed Office Girls Gilbert 744-7779

Principal’s Office Franklin 744-7709

Principal’s Office Gilbert Campus 744-7770

Principal’s Office Sr. High 744-7706

Riordan, Kathy – Administrative Assistant 744-7700

Seboe, Danette—Senior High Principal 744-7707

Skerjance, Mark- Maintenance/Transportation 744-7748

Superintendent’s Office 744-7700

Kevin Szumal– Band Director 744-7726

Tech. Support 744-7735 Von Wald, Monica - Sr. High Sec. 744-7706

Wiirre, Debra - 5-8 Secretary, Gilbert Campus 744-7770

Zika, Leigh, Media Specialist 744-7725

ADMINISTRATION

Ms. Deborah Hilde Superintendent

Ms. Kathleen Riordan Administrative Assistant

Ms. Candace Nelis Business Manager

Ms. Andrea Lintula Bookkeeper

Ms. Danette Seboe Senior High Principal

Ms. Monica VonWald Secretary, Senior High

Mr. Jeffrey Carey K-8 Principal, Gilbert Campus

Ms. Debra Wiirre K-8 Secretary, Gilbert Campus

Ms. Lynn Bol Franklin Principal/Community Ed.

Ms. Stacy Buatala Secretary, Franklin Elementary

Mr. Mark Skerjance Maintenance/Transportation

Ms. Denise Berry Communications

PowerSchool is the district’s web-based student

information system. It allows administration,

teachers, students and parents easy access to

real-time information about students.

PowerSchool can be accessed at the district

website: www.isd2154.k12.mn.us

Contact your child’s school to obtain

BACK TO SCHOOL 10

Safe Behavior on the Bus

1. Follow the directions of the bus driver at all times

2. Take a seat promptly and remain seated facing forward. Avoid moving around while the bus is in motion

3. Remain on the bus until student has reached their school or designated stop

4. Talk quietly and use appropriate language

5. Keep hands, feet and objects to yourself; no pushing, shoving or horse-play

6. Students must not put head, arms, feet, or any object out the window

7. Fighting, harassment, intimidation or horseplay is not permitted on the bus at any time

8. Students should not throw objects of any kind

9. Use of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs is prohibited

TRANSPORTATION OF STUDENTS Our district is committed to providing safe

transportation for students and to educate

students on safety issues and the

responsibilities of school bus ridership.

STUDENT BUS SCHEDULES:

Transportation schedules are mailed to all

students eligible for transportation at

Eveleth-Gilbert Schools prior to the first day

of classes.

SCHOOL BUS SAFETY WEEK:

The school district designates the third week in October as school bus safety

week to coincide with National School Bus Safety Week.

STUDENT TRAINING:

The school district shall provide students enrolled in grades Kindergarten

through ten with age-appropriate school bus safety training. All students in

grades Kindergarten through six who are transported by school bus and are

enrolled during the first or second week of school receive the school bus

safety training by the end of the third week of school. Students in grades

kindergarten through ten who enroll in school after the second week of

school, are transported by school bus, and have not received training in their

previous school district shall undergo school bus safety training or receive bus

safety instruction materials within four weeks of their first day of attendance.

REQUESTING TRANSPORTATION CHANGE:

When it is necessary to change a student’s regular bus stop, parents and

guardians must complete a Transportation Change Request Form. Requests

for a change in transportation must be received by the principal’s office five

(5) days prior to the requested change date. Forms are available in the

principal’s office or at www.isd2154.k12.mn.us

The Eveleth-Gilbert Public Schools Student Transportation Safety Policy is

available in its entirety in the principal’s office and on the district’s website

www.isd2154.k12.mn.us Parents and guardians with questions regarding

school transportation should call 218-744-7748 .

Minnesota Statute 121A.59, Transportation by school bus is a privilege, not a right,

for an eligible student. A student’s eligibility to ride a

school bus may be revoked for a violation of school bus

safety or conduct policies, or for violation of any other

law governing student conduct on a school bus, pursuant

to a written school district discipline policy. Revocation

of a student’s bus riding privilege is not an exclusion,

expulsion, or suspension under the Pupil Fair Dismissal

Act. Revocation procedures for a student who is an

individual with a disability under the Individuals with

Disabilities Education Act, United States Code, title 29,

section 794, and the Americans with Disabilities Act,

Public Law 101-336, are governed by these provisions.

11 AUGUST 2013

Football

Volleyball

VARSITY FALL SPORTS SCHEDULES

08-29-13 10:00 AM Virginia Olcott Park

09-05-13 4:00 PM Greenway Coleraine Eagle Ridge Golf Course

09-12-13 4:00 PM TBA Eveleth Golf Course

09-18-13 4:00 PM Grand Rapids Grand Rapids Sports Complex

09-21-13 TBD Milaca Milaca-Foley Golf Course

09-24-13 4:00 PM Ely Ely Golf Club

09-26-13 4:00 PM Hibbing Hibbing Municipal Golf Course

10-05-13 10:00 AM Duluth Denfeld Duluth-Enger Park Golf Course

10-10-13 4:00 PM Mesabi East Hoyt Lakes Golf Course

08-30-13 7:00 PM Int’l Falls Eveleth-More Stadium

09-06-13 7:00 PM Two Harbors Two Harbors High School

09-12-13 7:00 PM Duluth Marshall Eveleth-More Stadium

09-20-13 7:00 PM Moose Lake-Willow River Eveleth-More Stadium

09-27-13 7:00 PM Deer River Deer River High School

10-04-13 7:00 PM Cook County Cook County High School

10-11-13 7:00 PM Esko Esko High School

10-16-13 7:00 PM Mesabi East Eveleth-More Stadium

08-27-13 4:00 PM Walker-Hackensack-Akeley Walker-Hackensack-Akeley High School

08-29-13 4:30 PM Cloquet Cloquet High School

09-05-13 4:30 PM Two Harbors Biwabik

09-10-13 1:00 PM Proctor Biwabik

09-14-13 2:00 PM Becker Biwabik

09-17-13 6:30 PM Grand Rapids Biwabik

09-20-13 6:30 PM Hibbing Biwabik

09-23-13 4:00 PM Two Harbors Two Harbors High School

09-30-13 4:30 PM Hibbing Hibbing Vic Power Fields

10-05-13 12:00 PM Walker-Hackensack-Akeley Biwabik

08-23-13 12:00 PM North Branch North Brand High School

08-27-13 6:00 PM Walker-Hackensack-Akeley Walker-Hackensack-Akeley High School

08-30-13 3:30 PM Hibbing Biwabik

09-03-13 4:30 PM Grand Rapids Grand Rapids High School

09-05-13 6:15 PM Two Harbors Biwabik

09-10-13 4:30 PM Proctor Proctor High School

09-14-13 12:00 PM Becker Biwabik

09-23-13 4:00 PM Hibbing Hibbing Vic Power Fields

09-24-13 4:30 PM Esko Esko High School

10-01-13 4:00 PM Duluth Marshall Duluth Marshall High School

10-05-13 12:00 PM Walker-Hackensack-Akeley Biwabik

08-22-13 5:00 PM Aitkin Aitkin High School

08-27-13 7:00 PM Two Harbors Two Harbors High School

09-03-13 7:00 PM Cherry Eveleth-Gilbert High School

09-05-13 7:00 PM Cloquet Eveleth-Gilbert High School

09-10-13 7:00 PM Int’l Falls Int’l Falls High School

09-17-13 7:00 PM Northwoods Eveleth-Gilbert High School

09-19-13 7:00 PM Mountain Iron-Buhl Eveleth-Gilbert High School

09-23-13 7:00 PM Hibbing Eveleth-Gilbert High School

09-24-12 7:00 PM Proctor Eveleth-Gilbert High School

10-03-13 7:00 PM Virginia Eveleth-Gilbert High School

10-08-13 7:00 PM Deer River Deer River High School

10-04-13 7:00 PM Mesabi East Mesabi East High School

10-14-13 7:00 PM Grand Rapids Eveleth-Gilbert High School

08-27-13 4:00 PM Duluth Marshall Eveleth-Gilbert High School

08-28-13 10:00 AM Aitkin Aitkin High School

08-28-13 1:00 PM Crosby-Ironton Crosby-Ironton High School

08-29-13 4:15 PM Hermantown Hermantown High School

08-30-13 8:30 AM Duluth East Duluth East Longview Courts

08-30-13 10:30 AM Princeton Duluth East Longview Courts

09-03-13 4:00 PM Virginia Eveleth-Gilbert High School

09-05-13 4:30 PM Bemidji Bemidji High School

09-12-13 4:00 PM Cloquet Cloquet High School

09-14-13 9:00 AM Hibbing Hibbing Lincoln

09-16-13 4:30 PM Duluth East Duluth East Longview Courts

09-17-13 4:00 PM Duluth East Duluth East Longview Courts

09-23-13 4:00 PM Duluth Denfeld Eveleth-Gilbert High School

09-26-13 4:00 PM Grand Rapids/Greenway Coleraine-Eagle Ridge Golf Course

09-30-13 4:00 PM Hibbing Eveleth-Gilbert High School 08-27-13 4:30 PM Two Harbors Eveleth-Gilbert High School

08-29-13 4:30 PM Chisholm Chisholm High School

09-05-13 4:30 PM International Falls International Falls High School

09-26-13 5:00 PM Northeast Range Northeast Range High School

10-03-13 5:00 PM Hibbing Hibbing High School

10-10-13 5:00 PM Grand Rapids Eveleth-Gilbert High School

10-22-13 5:00 PM Mesabi East Eveleth-Gilbert High School

10-24-13 5:00 PM Virginia Virginia High School

Cross Country

Boys Soccer

Girls Soccer

Girls Tennis

Girls Swimming & Diving

USE YOUR DEVICE &

SCAN TO VIEW ALL E-G

SPORT SCHEDULES!

BACK TO SCHOOL 12

Season Tickets Available By Mail

Student Participation Fees 2013-2014

ALL SPORTS SCHEDULES ARE AVAILABLE ON THE ATHLETICS LINK AT www.isd2154.k12.mn.us

ATHLETIC TICKET PRICES 2013-2014

Season Tickets Students (grades K-12 and college w/ID) $50.00

Adults $65.00

Hockey $55.00

Family $160.00

Senior Citizen (age 62+) $30.00

10-Punch Pass $60.00

Gate Fees

Students (grades K-12 and college w/ID) $4.00

Adult $6.00

Senior Citizen (age 62+) $4.00

Preschool n/c

Note: No gate fee for swimming.

Complete and return to: Season Tickets, Eveleth-Gilbert

Schools, 801 Jones St., Eveleth, MN 55734

First Name: Last Name:

Adult:___________________ _______________________

Adult:___________________ _______________________

Student:_________________ _______________________

Student:_________________ _______________________

Student:_________________ _______________________

Mailing Address:

Street:_____________________________PO Box_________

City:__________________State:_________Zip___________

Phone:____________________________________________

______# of Student Passes @ $50 each $___________

______# of Adult Passes @ $65 each $___________

______# of Hockey Passes @ $55 each $___________

______# of Family Passes @ $160 each $___________

______# of Sr Citizen Passes @ $30 each $___________

______# of 10-Punch Passes @ $60 each $___________

TOTAL AMOUNT DUE…………….…$___________

Make checks payable to ISD #2154.

Call 218-744-7774 for more information.

Non-Athletic Jr. High $ 35.00

Non-Athletic Sr. High $ 75.00

Sr. High Knowledge Bowl $ 35.00

Jr. High $100.00

Sr. High $125.00

Family Maximum $500.00

E-G’s 2013-2014 Cheerleaders

The Eveleth-Gilbert Cheerleaders completed a two day learning camp in Eveleth instructed by UCA staff member, Sarah. The cheerleaders learned about stunting, stunt safety, cheers to do on game day, and leadership skills. Many of the girls earned individual leadership awards, along with three girls making the All American Team. These girls included Ashley Koivunen, Ashley Theien, and Michelle Grigal. The team won a Superior rating in their final evaluation, where they performed a cheer and a dance, which included higher level stunting.

The E-G cheerleaders can’t wait for the sports season to begin so that they can show off their new skills and cheer on their favorite team, the Eveleth-Gilbert Golden Bears! See you at the game!

All American Award Winners

“EDUCATION IS NOT THE ANSWER TO THE

QUESTION. EDUCATION IS THE MEANS

TO THE ANSWER TO ALL

QUESTIONS.” -William Allin

13 AUGUST 2013

Director: Lynn Bol

Location: Room 104, Franklin Elementary

801 Jones St.,

Eveleth, MN 55734

Telephone: 218-744-7717

Email: lbol@isd2154.k12.mn.us

Fax: 218-744-4381

Web: www.isd2154.k12.mn.us

Flag Football: Sept 5, 2013 5:00-6:30 p.m. Grades 3-6

Volleyball Sept 5, 2013 5:00-6:30 p.m. Grades 3-6

Hockey Sept 18 & 19 5:00-7:00 p.m. Grades K-9

Figure Skating Sept 18 & 19 5:00-7:00 p.m. Grades K-12

Basketball Oct 31, 2013 5:00-6:30 p.m. Grades K-6

All registrations will be held at the Eveleth Hippodrome. A parent or guardian must be present to register a participant.

Call 218-744-5566 for further information.

Contact Community Education EFGSD Joint Powers Recreation Fall Youth Sports Registration Dates

FROM THE COMMUNITY EDUCATION DIRECTOR

Range Driver Training

Classroom Sessions

September 16-27, 2013 4:00-7:00 p.m.

Gilbert Campus Call 218-749-8926 for more information!

ABE (Adult Basic Education) & GED Services

Thursdays from 4:00-7:00 p.m.

Classes begin in September.

Call Terry Ferris, instructor,

at 749-4352 for more information.

Krafty Kids

Grades 1, 2, 3, 4

Every Tuesday Afterschool until 4:00 p.m.

Classes begin in October

Watch for more info sent home from school!

Snowmobile Safety Training Trail Hawks Snowmobile Club

Coming in February, 2014

Registration & Class: 5:30-8:00pm

Hands on test at DNR Highway 37 Office –

morning times announced

Eveleth-Gilbert Jr. High School Cafeteria - Gilbert

Cost is $5.00 check to DNR no one

turned away

Bill Petersen—instructor 865-4664

Chess Club

5th Grade to Adult

Wednesdays & Thursdays starting in November

3:00-5:00pm

E-G Jr. High Room 6 - Gilbert

DOORS OPEN DURING SCHOOL HOURS

Franklin Elementary: Doors #10 and #11

Senior High School &

Supt. Office: Doors #2 and #4

Gilbert Campus: Door #3

CABLE COMMISSION OPENING

The Joint Powers Cable Commission currently

has an opening available for a School District

Representative.

It is the mission of the Eveleth-Gilbert Joint

Cable Commission to provide opportunities for

individuals, educational, governmental, civic, and

charitable groups to produce and cablecast

programs that will promote open expression,

bilingual education, economic growth, public

forms and enrichment of the multicultural,

artistic and civic aspects of life in the regional

area of Eveleth and Gilbert.

Community members are encouraged to apply.

Applicants must be a resident of the Eveleth-

Gilbert School District. Submit letter of interest

to Deborah Hilde, Superintendent, Eveleth-

Gilbert Schools, 801 Jones St., Eveleth, MN

55734 or email dhilde@isd2154.k12.mn.us

BACK TO SCHOOL 14 Lunch Program Credit Policy The following Credit Policy has been

issued to satisfy requirements set by the

Food and Nutrition Section of the MN

Department of Education.

The purchase of school meals is set up on

a prepaid basis Students are required to

have money deposited into a school meal

account in order to have access to meals.

According to the Department of

Education, School districts are

responsible to provide meals to children

who do not have to pay for them. Even

with care and good faith efforts, from time

to time students run into a situation

where they do not have credit in their

lunch account. Children cannot engage in

the learning process when they are hun-

gry, so the following procedure has been

established.

REQUEST FOR HANDICAPPED ACCOMMODATIONS

Requests for handicapped accommodations for school events and functions

should be directed to Deborah Hilde, Superintendant

218-744-7701 or dhilde@isd2154.k12.mn.us

Please submit requests at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled event.

Parents Right to Know Parents of the right to request and receive timely information on the professional

qualifications of the student’s classroom teachers. This requirement applies to all

parents of the children in school, whether or not they receive Title I services, and all

Title I schools, both target assistants and school wide.

When districts receive a parent request they must respond in a timely manner, to the

requested information, and minimum report the following: whether or not the teacher

has met Minnesota’s licensing requirements for the grade level(s) and core academic

subject(s) they teach, whether or not the teacher is teaching under a variance status,

the education level and subject area of the teacher’s college degree major and any

graduate degree or certificate held, whether the child is provided by paraprofessionals,

and if so, their qualifications.

Schools that receive Title I funds shall provide to each parent: information on the level

of achievement of the parent’s child on the state academic assessments, timely notice

that the parent’s child has been assigned or has been taught for four or more consecu-

tive weeks by a teacher who is not highly qualified.

This information provided to parents shall be in an understandable and uniform format

and, to the extent practicable, provided in a language that the parents can understand.

Parental Review of the Contents of Instructional Materials

Minnesota Statutes 126.666 and Independent School District #2154 recognizes the

right of a parent, guardian, or an adult student 18 years or older, to review the

content of instructional material and, if he or she objects to the content, to make

reasonable arrangements with school personnel for alternative instruction.

Alternative instruction may be provided by the parent, guardian, or adult student if

the alternative instruction, if any, offered by the School District does not meet his

or her concerns. The School District is not required to pay for the costs of alterna-

tive instruction provided by a parent, guardian, or adult student. School personnel

may not impose an academic or other penalty upon a student merely for arranging

alternative instruction. For the purpose of this policy, instructional material is

defined as all print and non-print resources used in the education of a student.

1. Instructional material will be available through the office of the building principal.

2. The School District will notify the public of this policy prior to the beginning of each school

year by mail via the district newsletter and by including the policy in each year’s student

handbook.

3. If any course changes occur after the beginning of the school year, the District will notify

any involved parent, guardian or adult student by mail.

4. If a parent, guardian or adult student has any questions about instructional material, he or

she will contact the course instructor to discuss the matter.

5. If the parent, guardian or adult student objects to the material, he or she will make

arrangements with the building principal and the instructor to discuss alternative

instruction, if any, offered by the school.

6. If the school offered alternative instruction does not meet the concerns of the parent,

guardian or adult student, reasonable arrangements for parent, guardian or adult student

alternative instruction, if any will be made.

7. School personnel or a third party may evaluate and assess the quality of the student’s

work.

DISTRICT CRISIS MANAGEMENT POLICY

The Eveleth-Gilbert School District has developed a Crisis Management Policy for

each attendance site. This policy includes general crisis procedures for securing the building. Classroom

evacuation, building evacuation, campus evacuation, and sheltering during the time of crisis. Copies of the

policy are available to the pubic by contacting the building principal.

ISD #2154 Non-Sufficient Funds Check Policy

A procedure has been established by ISD 2154 regarding

non-sufficient fund checks and is applicable per family for

each school year with no carryover to succeeding school

years.

1st returned check during school year: The party is subject to a $15.00 service charge

and will be sent a copy of ISD #2154 non-sufficient funds check policy.

2nd offense during school year: The party is subject to a $15.00 service charge and

will be sent a copy of the ISD #2154 non-sufficient funds check policy

3rd offense during school year: The party will be subject to a $15.00 service charge.

The check writer will be required to remit in cash, cashier’s check or money order, any

purchases or fees from the District until the end of the School year.

Eveleth-Gilbert School District Indoor Air Quality Notice

The Eveleth-Gilbert School District is proud to be taking a leadership role in providing a safe, comfortable and

productive environment for our students and staff so that we achieve our core mission—educating students.

Our school will follow the EPA guidelines to improve our indoor air quality by preventing as many IAQ

problems as possible, and by quickly responding to any IAQ problems that may arise. Good air quality

requires an ongoing commitment by everyone in our school, because each of our daily decisions and

activities are affected by the quality of the air we breathe.

School staff, students and parents can obtain checklists or self-help information so they can properly

evaluate their child’s home or other out-of-school situations by contacting the school staff. Parents can also

obtain information about school facility construction, maintenance and housekeeping practices, chemicals

used, mold and HVAC-related information, chemical producing academic subjects, and pesticide and

herbicide applications to determine the extent to which school activities contribute to a child’s symptoms by

contacting the school.

The Eveleth-Gilbert School District Indoor Air Quality contact person is Mark Skerjance, Director of Building and

grounds. If there are questions regarding the District’s IAQ Program, please feel free to contact Mr. Skerjance

at 218-744-7748.

A reminder is sent to parents when the

student’s account is overdrawn.

1. A second request for payment is sent to

parents when they have not responded to

the first request.

2. If Parents do not make payment ar-

rangements after receiving the second

notice, the student will not be allowed to

charge meals to their past due account.

3. Students will be offered a sandwich,

fruit and milk at no charge so they will not

go hungry.

4. If the situation continues, Food and

Nutrition Staff will report the problem to

the Building Principal to determine what

course will be taken

15 AUGUST 2013 ANNUAL NOTIFICATION OF RIGHTS, PROTECTION, AND PRIVACY OF STUDENT RECORDS

Pursuant to the requirements of the School District regarding the requirements of Federal Law, the following constitutes the Eveleth-Gilbert Public School District’s annual notification to

parents and students regarding the data privacy practices of the School District.

The School District has adopted a Student Record Data Privacy Policy incorporating State and Federal requirements as to data privacy rights in student educational records. In summary,

the policy provides:

Privacy Rights: PPRA affords parents certain rights regarding our conduct of surveys, collection and use of information for marketing purposes, and certain physical exams.

These include the right to: Consent before students are required to submit to a survey that concerns one or more of the following protected areas (“protected information survey”) if the

survey is funded in whole or in part by a program of the U.S. Dept. of Education. Political affiliations or beliefs of the student or student’s parent/guardian; Mental or psychological prob-

lems of the student or student’s family; Sexual behavior or attitudes Illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating, or demeaning behavior; Critical appraisals of others with whom respondent has

close family relationships; Religious practices, affiliations, or beliefs of the student or the student’s parent/guardian Legally recognized privileged relationships, such as with lawyers, doc-

tors, or ministers; Income, other than as required by law to determine program eligibility. Receive notice and an opportunity to opt a student out of Any other protected information

survey, regardless of funding; Any non-emergency, invasive physical exam or screening required as a condition of attendance, administered by the school or its agent, and not necessary to

protect the immediate health and safety of a student, except for hearing, vision, or scoliosis screening, or physical exam or screening permitted or required under State law; and Activities

involving collection, disclosure, or use of personal information obtained from students for marketing or selling, or otherwise distributing the information to others. Inspect, upon request

and before administration or use: Protected information surveys of students; Instruments used to collect personal information from students for any of the above marketing, sales, or

other distribution purposes; and Instrumental material used as part of the educational curriculum. These rights transfer from the parent to a student who is 18 years old, or an emanci-

pated minor under State law.

ISD #2154 has developed and adopted policies, in consultation with parents, regarding these rights, as well as arrangements to protect student privacy in the administration of protected

information surveys and the collection, disclosure, or use of personal information for marketing, sales, or other distribution purposes. The School District will directly notify parents of

these policies at least annually at the start of each school year, and after any substantive changes. The School District will also directly notify, such as through U.S. Mail or email, parents/

guardians of students who are scheduled to participate in the specific activities or surveys noted below and will provide an opportunity for the parent to opt his or her child out of partici-

pation of the specific activity or survey. The School District will make this notification to parents at the beginning of the school year if the District has identified the specific or approximate

dates of the activities or surveys at that time. For surveys and activities scheduled after the school year starts, parents will be provided reasonable notification of the planned activities and

surveys listed below and will be provided an opportunity to review any pertinent surveys. Following is a list of the specific activities and surveys covered under this requirement. Collec-

tion, disclosure, or use of personal information for marketing, sales or other distribution; Administration of any protected information survey not funded in whole or in part by the U.S.

Department of Education; Any non-emergency, invasive physical examination or screening as described above.

Directory information includes the following: The School District proposes to designate the following personally identifiable information contained in a student’s education record as

“directory information” and it may disclose that information without prior written consent from the parent of the student or the eligible student: the student’s name, the student’s grade

level, photo- graph, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, honors and awards received, and the student’s weight and height if a member of any athletic team; The

parent of a student or an eligible student, upon receipt of this notice, will have two weeks (14 calendar days) to advise the School District in writing ( a letter to the Superintendent’s Office)

of any or all of the items they refuse to permit the District to designate as directory information about the student. This designation will remain in effect until it is modified by the written

direction of the student’s parent or the eligible student. In addition, two federal laws require local educational agencies LEA’s) receiving assistance under the Elementary and Secondary

Education Act of 1995 (ESEA) to provide military recruiters, upon request, with three directory information categories – names, address and telephone listing – unless parents have advised

the LEA that they do not want the student’s information disclosed without their prior written consent.

Directory information, as defined by statutes may be disclosed regarding students who are no longer in attendance within the District.

Inspection of Records: The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords parents and students over 18 years of age (“eligible students”) certain rights with respect to the

student’s education records. These rights are: The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days of the day the School receives a request for access. Parents

or eligible students should submit to the School Principal a written request that identifies the record(s) they wish to inspect, the School official will make arrangements for access and

notify the parent or eligible student of the time and place where the records may be inspected. The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the parent or

eligible student believes are inaccurate or misleading. Parents or eligible students may as the School to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate or misleading. If the School decides

to amend the record as requested by the parent or eligible student, the School will notify the parent or eligible student of the decision and advise them of their right to a hearing regarding

the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the parent or eligible student when notified of the right to a hearing; The right to

consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the Student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. One

exception, which permits disclosure without consent, is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. A school official is a person employed by the school as an admin-

istrator, supervisor, instructor, or support staff member (including health or medical staff and law enforcement unit personnel); a person serving on the School Board; a person or company

with whom the School has contracted to perform a special task (such as an attorney, auditor, medical consultant, or therapist); or a parent or student serving on an official committee,

such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to

review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility. Upon request, the School discloses education records without consent to officials of another school

district in which a student seeks or intends to enroll.

Transfer of Records to other Schools: The School District forwards educational records of students to other schools and school districts in which a student seeks or intends to enroll upon

request of that school or school district. A parent of a student or a student who is eighteen (18) years of age may request and receive a copy of the records which are transferred and may,

pursuant to this policy, challenge the accuracy of the records. The District does not, however, notify parents of students or students of age eighteen (18) or older, prior to such transfer.

Complaints for Non-Compliance: Parents of students or student of eighteen (18) years of age or older who feel there has been a violation of the rights accorded them may submit written

complaints to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act Office, U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Street, Washington, D.C. 20202.

The review of the data privacy rights of students and parents in the educational records maintained by the School District is intended only to be a summary of the provisions of the

“Protection and Privacy of Pupil Records” and of applicable State and Federal Law. Requests for copies of the policy and questions related to that policy should be addressed to:

Superintendent of Schools Independent School District #2154

Eveleth-Gilbert Public Schools 801 Jones St.

Eveleth, MN 55734-1696

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ASBESTOS NOTIFICATION As a result of recent federal legislation (Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act - AHERA), each primary and secondary school in the nation is required to complete a stringent new inspection for asbestos and to develop a plan of management for all asbestos-containing building materials. Eveleth-Gilbert School District has a goal to be in full compliance with this law and is following the law. As a matter of policy, Eveleth-Gilbert School District shall continue to maintain a safe and healthful environment for our community’s youth and employees. In keeping with this legislation, all buildings owned or leased by the school district were inspected by EPA accredited inspectors and samples were analyzed by an independent laboratory. Based on the inspection, the school prepared and the state approved a comprehensive management plan for handling the asbestos located within its buildings safely and responsibly. Furthermore, Eveleth-Gilbert School District has completed its 3-year re-inspection required by AHERA. Eveleth-Gilbert School District buildings, where asbestos-containing materials were found, is under repair, removal and Operations and Maintenance. This past year, Eveleth-Gilbert School District conducted the following with respect to its asbestos containing building materials:

Old Gym: Removed 22: TSI of asbestos containing pipe insulation

Old Junior High Eveleth: Removed 16’ TSI of asbestos containing pipe insulation.

Federal law requires a periodic walk-through (called “surveillance”) every six months of each area

containing asbestos. Also the law requires for all buildings to be re-inspected three years after a

management plan is in effect. This will be accomplished under contract with MacNeil Environmental, Inc.

Short-term workers (outside contractors, i.e. telephone repair workers, electricians and exterminators) must be provided information regarding the location of asbestos in which they may come into contact. All short-term workers shall contact the lead maintenance person before commencing work to be given this information. Eveleth-Gilbert School District has a list of the location(s), types(s) of asbestos-containing materials found in that school building and a description and time table for their proper management. A copy of the Asbestos Management Plan is available for review in the district office.

Immunizations Required for School St. Louis County Public Health and Human Services (SLCPHHS) would like to remind families that it is

important to get immunized on time, every time. Vaccines have prevented millions of people from

suffering debilitating and sometimes fatal illnesses. Parents should learn all they can about

immunizations. One good resource can be found at the Centers for Disease Control website www.cdc.gov

Children in Kindergarten and Seventh grade will need to show proof they are vaccinated against

chickenpox (varicella) or have had the disease. Also, children entering Kindergarten will need to show

proof of a second dose for the measles , mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine.

In addition to the vaccines required under the Minnesota School Immunization Law, the Centers for

Disease Control (CDC) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommend that children who are

11-12 years of age or older receive a Meningococcal conjugate vaccine (MCVW) and a Human

Pappillomavirus vaccine (HPV, for girls only). Although not required for school attendance, adolescents

are more at risk of contracting certain diseases. Don’t forget, adults need vaccines too. Because cases of

pertussis are at a 45 year high, the CDC is urging parents, siblings and anyone caring for infants to get

their Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Acellular Pertussis (Tdap) up to date to prevent transmission of this

sometimes deadly disease to infants.

Immunizations should be part of a preventative health visit with your regular health care provider. Child

& Teen Checkups (C &TC) is a FREE preventative health care benefit that includes immunizations for

children birth through age 20 who have Minnesota Care or Medical Assistance. Help in finding a doctor,

transportation, or an interpreter is available by calling SLCPHHS. For those whose insurance does not

cover shots, SLCPHHS hold immunization clinics regularly. For more information please call St. Louis

County Public Health and Human Services at 218-749-0600 or 1-800-450-9777.

NOTICE CONCERNING USE OF PEST CONTROL MATERIALS

Minnesota State law requires schools to inform parents and

guardians if they apply certain pesticides on school property.

An estimated schedule of interior pest control inspections

and possible treatments is available for review or copying at

each school office. A similar estimated schedule is available

for application of herbicides and other materials to school

grounds. Parents of students may request to receive, at their

expense, prior notification of any application of a pest

control material, should such an application be deemed

necessary on a day different from the days specified in the

schedule.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT & SEXUAL VIOLENCE POLICY

It is the policy of Independent School District #2154 to maintain a

learning and working environment that is free from religious, racial, or

sexual harassment and violence.

It shall be a violation of this policy for any pupil, teacher, administrator,

or other personnel of the School District to harass a pupil, teacher,

administrator, or other personnel through conduct or communication of

a sexual nature or regarding religion and race as defined by this policy.

It shall be violation of this policy for any pupil, teacher, administrator, or

other personnel of the School District to inflict threaten to inflict, or

attempt racial or sexual violence upon any pupil, teacher, administrator

or personnel.

The School District will act to investigate all complains, either formal or

informal, verbal or written, of religious, racial, or sexual harassment or

violence, and to discipline or take appropriate action against any pupil,

teacher, administrator or school personnel who is found to have

violated this policy.

Last school year Eveleth-Gilbert

Public Schools implemented

the PowerAnnouncement

school notification system.

PowerAnnouncement is fully

integrated with the Parent Portal in

PowerSchool. Parents are able to

log into the Parent Portal to update

contact information and set

preferences for school notifications.

We hope that this tool will provide

another opportunity for efficient

communication.

17 AUGUST 2013

Does your child have health insurance?

If not, help may be available.

Minnesota Health Care Programs have free and low-cost health

insurance for children and families who qualify (Medical

Assistance has no monthly premium. MinnesotaCare has a

monthly premium based on household income.)

There is no income limit for children under 21. The income limit

for parents depends on the size of your family.

Income is one factor for qualifying. Other rules and limits apply. For more

information, call your county office or visitwww.dhs.state.mn.us/MCHP.

The income limits above are valid until June 30, 2014.

To get a Minnesota Health Care Programs

(MHCP) application:

Print one from the internet: www.dhs.state.mn.us/MHCP

Call (877) KIDS-NOW toll free

Call St Louis County Public Health & Human Services 218-749-7137

Family Size 2 3

Adults with

children under

21 in the

home

$ 3,556

$4,478

Eveleth-Gilbert School District

Community Education searches for

all kids ages 0-5 years old who are

not yet in Kindergarten. This count

helps for ECFE and School Readiness

programs along with kindergarten

enrollment. Eveleth-Gilbert School

District residents with children this age should call

218-744-7774 or email dberry1@isd2154.k12.mn.us

SCAN TO COMPLETE AN ONLINE

CENSUS FORM!

All census information is confidential.

EVERY FAMILY COUNTS!

Session Age Day & Time

Session

A

Mixed Age

Birth-5 yrs.

Monday

6:00-7:30 p.m.

Session

B

Mixed Age

Birth-5 yrs.

Tuesday

10:00-11:30

a.m.

Session

C

Infant/Toddler

Birth-15 mo.

Thursday

9:00-10:00 a.m.

Session

D

Mixed Age

Birth-5 yrs.

Thursday

10:30-12:00

p.m.

Session

E

Mixed Age

Birth-5 yrs.

Thursday

6:00-7:30 p.m.

ECFE Schedule 2013-2014

Session Day & Time Age

Session A

M, T & W

8:30-11:00 a.m.

4 & 5 Years

Session B

M, T & W

12:00-2:30 p.m.

4 & 5 Years

Session C

Wednesday

9:30-11:30 a.m.

3 Years

Session D

Wednesday

12:30-2:30 p.m.

3 Years

School Readiness Schedule 2013-2014

ECFE and School

Readiness classes

begin the week of

September 30, 2013

Contact 218-744-7742 or mschriber@isd2154.k12.mn.us

for more information

Dental Insurance Available To Students

Tooth decay is the most common chronic childhood

illness, and over 50% of low-income children in

Minnesota do not receive dental care. That’s why

Smiles Across Minnesota, Children’s Dental Services (CDS), and the

Eveleth-Gilbert School District are working together to provide

Dental care on-site in the Eveleth-Gilbert School District.

CDS will be providing a full range of restorative and preventative care as

well as oral health education to all school children within the district. A

consent form will be sent home with students during the first week of

school. Upon completion of this form, children are provided a dental exam,

a full range of preventative care including fluoride and fillings.

CDS accepts all forms of public and private insurance. No child is denied

treatment due to inability to pay. In the event that a child does not have

insurance, CDS assists families in applying for medical assistance and offers

a sliding scale discount program.

Contact Eilidh Reyelts Pederson at Children’s Dental Services for more

information 612-423-4027 or ereyelts@childrensdentalservices.org.

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REVENUE TO DISTRICT WILL INCREASE WITH YOUR HELP

Families Encouraged to Apply for Free/Reduced Meals

Each year the Eveleth-Gilbert School District asks parents to complete a form asking about household income levels to determine if students qualify for the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. Did you know students eligible for the Free and Reduced Lunch Program also earn the school additional revenue that has nothing to do with the food service program?

Higher percentages of free and reduced lunch counts bring schools additional Federal Title Revenue, Federal Special Education Revenue, Federal E-Rate Revenue (discounts on telecommunication services) and State Compensatory Revenue. This article will focus on State Compensatory Revenue.

Compensatory revenue is used for students who enroll in school who are under-prepared to learn at their age level. State statutes allow schools a broad range of ways to spend compensatory revenue.

Schools can spend compensatory funds on remedial instruction in reading, language arts, mathematics, and other content areas including improvement of study skills. It can fund additional teachers and teacher aides. It can fund lower class sizes and/or a team teaching approach. It can fund longer school days or weeks or extended school year programs. It can fund all day every day kindergarten.

Compensatory revenue can fund programs to reduce truancy and encourage graduation. It can fund health services, nutrition services, and provide funding to ensure a safe and secure

learning environment. It can fund staff development to assist teachers and other personnel in identifying the needs of students.

Compensatory revenue can be used to fund materials and technology to provide alternative instruction. It can be used to present instruction at different rates and to present instruction in a different method than initially used.

For the seven county area of Northeastern Minnesota, this additional Compensatory Revenue is between $659.26 and $5,556.62 per additional student eligible for free lunch and between $329.63 and $2,731.22 per additional student eligible for reduced lunch. When you consider the other revenue sources mentioned above, this can add up to a considerable amount of revenue. For our schools the numbers are:

For each additional student eligible for free lunch the additional revenue is:

For each additional student eligible for reduced lunch the additional revenue is:

The district understands that some individuals are uncomfortable providing income information to the schools. I want to assure you that this information is not public information. It is used only for determining eligibility. The number of students eligible is reported only as a total number, so no individual information is released. Students who qualify for free or reduced lunches are not singled out in the lunchroom. Students who qualify for free or reduced lunches are not required to participate in the school’s food program. However, by qualifying they still provide the school with additional revenue.

The district is required to do random income verification, but you are not required to submit paystubs or income tax forms with your application. You only need to provide this information if you are randomly selected for verification.

If your household income is at or below the income levels on the chart below, we are asking you to consider helping the district collect this additional revenue by completing and returning the Free and Reduced Lunch Application form that will be given to each student on the first day of school. If you would like an application form at an earlier date, they are available at the principal’s office at each school and on the district website www.is2154.k12.mn.us.

Please consider helping the school obtain funding by filling out the application if you qualify for the free and reduced lunch program. Thank you.

Deborah Hilde, Superintendent

Franklin Elementary $ 3,084.61

Nelle Shean Elementary $ 3,326.61

Eveleth-Gilbert Junior High $ 2,552.14

Eveleth-Gilbert Senior High $ 2.039.97

Franklin Elementary $ 1,540.30

Nelle Shean Elementary $ 1,658.93

Eveleth-Gilbert Junior High $ 1,270.80

Eveleth-Gilbert Senior High $ 1,017.36

Family Size Annual Income Monthly Income Weekly Income

1 $ 21,257 $ 1,772 $ 409

2 $ 28,694 $ 2,392 $ 552

3 $ 36,131 $ 3,011 $ 695

4 $ 43,568 $ 3,631 $ 838

5 $ 51,005 $4,251 $ 981

6 $ 58,442 $ 4,871 $ 1,124

7 $ 65,879 $ 5,490 $ 1,267

8 $ 73,316 $ 6,110 $ 1,410

Each Additional $ 7,437 $ 620 $ 144

2013-2014 Food Service Prices

Lunch

Elementary Students $2.30

Secondary Students $2.40

Reduced Meals $ .40

Adults $3.55

Milk $ .65

Breakfast

Elementary Students $1.90

Secondary Students $2.00

Reduced Meals No charge

Adults $ 2.55

Milk $ .65

Total Household Income Guidelines

19 AUGUST 2013

Eveleth-Gilbert Public Schools 2013-2014

2013

Aug 27-29 Teacher Inservice/No Classes Sept 2 Labor Day/Schools Closed Sept 3 First Day of Classes Oct 17-18 Education MN Convention/ Schools Closed Nov 5 End of First Marking Period Nov 28-29 THANKSGIVING VACATION/ Schools Closed Dec 23-31 CHRISTMAS VACATION/ Schools Closed

2014

Jan 1 CHRISTMAS VACATION/ Schools Closed Jan 2-3 Teacher Inservice/No Classes Jan 6 School Resumes Jan 17 End of Second Marking Period Jan 20 Teacher Inservice/No Classes Feb 17 PRESIDENT’S DAY/School Closed Mar 25 End of Third Marking Period April 17-21 EASTER BREAK/ Schools Closed May 26 MEMORIAL DAY Schools Closed May 29 Last Day of Classes for Students May 30 Teacher Inservice/Last Day For Teachers

Above all else, students come first.

Each student has individual strengths and the potential to learn and succeed.

All individuals have a right to an orderly, safe and respectful environment.

The school community must prepare students to become caring, rational and involved citizens in a global society.

Learning is a lifelong process for everyone.

People must be accountable for their actions.

OUR BELIEFS

Eveleth-Gilbert School District will work to:

Create individualized learning plans for student success,

Prepare students for a global society,

Reach beyond the classroom,

Deliver excellence,

Use resources efficiently,

Maintain environmentally responsible facilities.

Empower staff effectiveness.

Maintain & pursue district growth.

Develop an engaging and positive environment.

Engage & empower community.

EVELETH-GILBERT SCHOOLS 2013-2014 EMPLOYEE DIRECTORY Headstart Office 5004

Heitzman, Delores 5008

Hendrickson, Susan 1144

Hilde, Deborah 1901

Hill, Kristi 5109

Hipple-Jam, Laurie 2210

Hydukovich, Mary 2116

Isaacson, Jeff 6103

ISS Jr High 4103

Jensen, Sharon 5111

Jr High Principal 1803

Jr. High Secretary 1800

Kemp, Angela 4202

Kerzie, Deanna 6309

Knapper, Nancy 2206

Krebs, Aimee 1322

Kunz, Dave 4100

Landwer, Stace 5106

Larson, Catherine 1323

Lautigar, Melissa 2303

Lemieux, Adam 2301

Lintula, Andrea 1904

Lischalk, Anthony 1927

Lossing, Gaye 2203

Madden, Paula 4105

Media Center Jr High 1836

Media Center Sr. High 1925

Negen, Jody 2110

Nelis, Candace 1905

Nelle Shean Principal 1803

Nelle Shean Secretary 1800

Newcomb, Wendy 1911

Newman, Camille 2212

Nurse - Franklin 1911

Nurse - Gilbert 5009

Oates, Laurie 5112

Ostman, Susan 4101

Peshel, Tara 1154

Preiner, Barbara 5009

Prosen, Tom 1934

Riordan, Kathleen 1900

Roberts, Wayne 1922

Rogotzke, Karen 1833

Rosenberg, Andrea 5108

Scheib, Dina 2101

School Store - HS 1160

Science Office Jr. High 6106

Scuffy, Crystal 2309

Seboe, Danette 1907

Skenzich, Anita 2308

Skerjance, Mark 1948

Sr. High Principal 1907

Sr. High Secretary 1906

Stefanich, Sheena 2310

Strasser, Timothy 1145

Szumal, Kevin 1926

Supt. Office 1900

Terrio, Karen 2313

Thompson, Edward 5101

Thompson, Jodi 1231

Thoreson, Kyle 1912

Tikkanen, Deborah 2113

Ufford, Todd 6101

Von Wald, Monica 1906

Walls, Donna 1221

Wiegman, Cathy 2302

Wiirre, Debra 1800

Wilcox, Sheila 6204

Wolner, Kimberly 2108

Young, Nicole 2311

Zika, Leigh 1836

ADAPT - Franklin 2204

ADAPT - Nelle Shean 5114

Aro, Cheryl 1925

Auditorium - Franklin 2200

Band Room HS 1926

Bauman, Jeannine 6306

Beckstrom, Christine 2208

Belt, Natalie 5107

Berry, Daniel 4002

Berry, Denise 1918

Betzolt, Melissa 1232

Biondich, Elizabeth 1141

Bittmann, Beth 2312

Boardman Auditorium 1230

Boiler Rm - Jr. High 1834

Boiler Rm - Sr. High 1924

Bol, Lynn 1910

Brainaird, Paul 5110

Brunfelt, Amanda 5104

Buatala, Stacy 1909

Burritt, Kevin 1237

Cafeteria - Franklin 2104

Cafeteria Fr Tickets 2100

Cafeteria Jr. High 1835

Cafeteria Sr. High 1930

Carey, Jeffrey 1803

Carey, Rebecca 2213

Chad, Chris 1127

Clennon, Jill 1222

Clouse, Steven 6104

Coach Office HS Boys 1928

Coach Office HS Girls 1929

Community Ed 1917

Computer Jr Hi Media 6311

Computer Lab Franklin 2302

Computer Lab Jr High 6311

Computer Lab Sr High 1128

Counselor Jr High 1833

Counselor Sr High 1908

Cummings, Kristy 2103

Custer, Deborah 1006

Detention, Franklin 2202

ECFE 5011

Erickson, Linda 2205

Faculty Office 1 Sr High 1131

Faculty Office 2 Sr High 1225

Faculty Office 3 Sr High 1315

Fleetwood, Mary 2202

Franklin Principal 1910

Franklin Secretary 1909

Garage Eveleth 1948

Garage Gilbert 1838

Goodrie, Michael 1153

Grigal, Joseph 2209

Gritzmacher, John 1238

Headstart Classroom 5007

Headstart Classroom 5012

Headstart Classroom 5012

OUR VISION

OUR VALUES