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Bean Bag TOURNAMENT

Toss Your Way Into Spring...

Sunday, April 27 3:00-5:00 pm Esko School Cafeteria

Fun for the entire Family! Come for an afternoon of Fun , Food and Prizes. We will have Bean Bag games for all ages as well as a Community Serivce Project for your family to par-ticipate in. Come have some fun and serve your community!

Sponsored by Community Education Advisory Council

Esko’s CornerConnecting School and Community

Esko Public School District #99

Non-profit Org.U.S. Permit PAIDPermit No. 11Esko, MN 55733

CAR-RT SORTPOSTAL CUSTOMERESKO, MN 55733

RETURN SERVICE REQUESTEDEsko Community EducationBox 10, Esko, MN 55733 Volume 18 Issue 6 March 2014

“Get Ready for Kindergarten”

To register call Julie at 879-3361option 3—NO CHARGE!

Come experience

Play with a Purpose

Tuesday, March 4 6:00—7:00 pm

We will meet in Kari Knutson’s room #203—Free sibling care

TOWN OF THOMSON NOTICEANNUAL TOWN MEETING

Tuesday, March 11, 2014The Annual Meeting of the Town of Thomson will be held on Tuesday, March 11, 2014 in the Town Board Room at the Thomson Town Hall, 25 E. Harney Road, Esko at 7:00 p.m.

Residents attending this meeting will approve the 2015 tax levy to be certified on the 2015 property taxes.

Incase of inclement weather, the Annual Meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 18, 2014 at 7:00 p.m.

Rhonda Peleski, Clerk/TreasurerTown of Thomson879-9719

2 - Esko’s Corner - March 2014

Events & Notices

Publication Title - Esko’s Corner; Statement of Frequency - Monthly (10 months)Authorized Organization: Esko Community Education,

P.O. Box 10, 2 East Highway 61, Esko, MN 55733Issue Number - One Front Cover

Articles and submissions may be sent to the Esko Community Ed. office or e-mailed to [email protected]. The deadline is the 8th of every month for the next month’s issue. Articles may be edited for space and content. If you have questions, please call the Esko Community Education office at 879-4038. Visit the School Website: www.esko.k12.mn.us

♦ BookmobileMondays, March 10, 31Think-N-Play - 9:30 - 10:30 amTuesdays, March 4, 25Esko School - 5:45 - 6:30 pm

♦ CensusPlease help us keep our school census accurate. If you are new in the area or have recently had a child - please contact 879-4038 to have your children be put on our age 0-4 census. Thank you!

Early Childhood Screening

ATTENTION FAMILIES of 3 and 4 year olds...

Early Childhood Screening will take place on Thursday, April 3rd.

If you have not received registration information in the mail, please con-tact Esko Community Education at 879-4038.

Boy Scouts of America Esko Troop 152

42nd Annual Palm Sunday Pancake Breakfast April 13, 8 a.m. – Noon

Eskomo Pizza Pies Esko, MN Hwy 61 and Thomson Road

Tickets: $5.00 for adults, $4.00 for seniors, children 12 and under Families $20.00, children 5 and under - Free

Breakfast includes: pancakes, sausage, applesauce, coffee, milk, & orange juice

Our 61th

anniversary &

42nd ANNUAL PANCAKE

BREAKFAST

SPRING RUMMAGE SALES MAY 16 & 17The Annual Esko Area Rummage Sales, a ommunity service project of the Eager Eskomos Home Study Group, will be held on Friday and Saturday, May 16 and 17. To rent a table(s) at the Thomson Township Hall (Fridayonly), or to have your address listed on the map, please fill out the registrationform (below) and mail it by Friday, May 9. It is important for us all to sup-port this community effort by listing your sale on the map and by mailing this form in early. For those renting tables at the Thomson Township Hall, doors will be open at 6:30 am for people to display items (on rental tables only, please); please remove boxes and unsold articles afterwards. Morning cof-fee, soda, bars, sloppy joes, hot dogs and coneys will be served (Friday only) by the Eager Eskomos Home Study Group at the Thomson Township Hall. If you have questions call Pauline 879-4878 or Verna 879-3630. Thiscommunity sale will be advertised in the 13 different publications includ-ing the Duluth New Tribune, The Budgeteer, The Superior Telegraph, The Northland Smart Shoppers and the Pine Journal, as well as on the radio & TV. Profits from registration and food sales will be donated to local service projects. FREE MAPS will be available at 8:00 am the day of the sales at the Esko Little Store and the Thomson Township Hall. Friday tables sales at the Thomson Township Hall will close at 2 pm.

Name _____________________________________________ Address ___________________________________________ Telephone Number __________________________________ $5.00 for each Table(s) in building: # of tables ____ @ $5.00 = ____ $5.00 for address on map; Please circle one: Friday only Saturday only Both days Total Enclosed ____________________ (NO REFUNDS) Make check payable to Eager Eskomos Home Study Group and mail it with the registration by Friday, May 9th, (so we receive it by May 12th) to: Eager Eskomos 35 Martha Road Esko MN 55733

THANK YOU & HAPPY RUMMAGING

8 24th

Gluten Free* (GF) meals available upon request.*GF meals prepared separately, but wheat products are on the premises.

Crafters Overstock Supply Sale March 1, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Our Savior’s Lutheran Church 615 12th Street/Doddridge, Cloquet Vendors will sell a variety of extra fabrics, yarn, knitting, sewing, scrapbooking, and other craft supplies.


Community Churches

Northwood United Methodist Church 62 West Highway 61 Esko, MN 879-0233 Pastor: Gary Gottfried 218.464.1636

[email protected]

http://sites.google.com/a/wildblue.net/northwoodumc-eskom/ also facebook at Northwood United Methodist Church Esko MN

Join us for: Sunday Worship 9:00 – 10:00 Fellowship 10:00 – 10:30 Sunday School for all ages 10:30 – 11:30

Fun, Food, Fellowship and Faith in Action

Communion Sunday First Sunday of the month Hymn Sing Sunday Last Sunday of the month

Sun., March 2nd Mardi Gras Sunday Celebration and Cajun Potluck, kids parade and crafts following Worship Wed., March 5th Ash Wednesday Potluck @ 6PM Ash Wednesday Service @ 7PM Wed., March 12th – April 9th Lenten Soup Supper @ 5:30 Lenten Bible Study @ 6:00 Lenten Bible School @ 6:00 Sun., April 13th Palm Sunday Sun., April 17th Judeo Christian Seder Meal with communion Sun., April 20th Easter Brunch @ 8 AM Service @ 9AM

The Small Church with a Big Heart There’s a place for you!

LITTLE ESKOMO LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL OPEN HOUSE

When: Tuesday, April 22, 2014Time: 6:00 -7:00 p.m.

Where: St Matthews Church, Esko Classes Offered for 2014-2015 School Year:

3-4 year olds (2-days per week) Tuesday and Thursday mornings 8:30-11:00 a.m.

4-5 year olds (3-days per week) Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings 8:30 a.m. -12:00 p.m.

Families are invited to attend an open house to learn more about our preschool, tour the classroom and meet with the teachers.

For more information, please contact Melissa at 218-879-3510.

Wednesday, March 26

“Broken Bread Restored”John 6:48-58

Bread is broken at the Last Supper; we are restored through the Bread of Life,

Jesus.

Wednesday, April 2“Broken Promises Restored”

Matthew 26:69-75Peter’s broken promises to never deny

Jesus are restored by the surpassing love of Christ.

Wednesday, April 9“Broken Justice Restored”

2 Corinthians 5:20-21A broken justice system put Jesus on the cross;we are restored when by his death

we are declared not guilty.

Ash Wednesday, March 5“Broken Hearts Restored”

Joel 2:12-14Our hearts are broken in sorrow over sin; Christ restores our hearts through

his forgiveness

Wednesday, March 12“Broken Vessel Restored”

Mark 14:1-9A broken vessel holds costly perfume; we are broken vessels restored when

Christ pays the price for us on the cross.

Wednesday, March 19“Broken Trust Restored”

Matthew 26:14-25Judas breaks his trust with Jesus by betraying him; our broken trust is

restored through the sacri�ce of Christ.

Come for a bowl of soup and for fellowship from 5:15 -6:15 p.m. in the Family Life Center.

RESTOREDIN CHRIST

A SERIES OF SERVICES FOR LENTat St. Matthews

Wednesdays March 5 - April 9 at 6:30 p.m.Soup Supper from 5:15 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.

�e season of Lent is a time for us to face together the brokenness of our lives and our world, and then turn that brokenness over to Christ so that we can be restored by him through the cross. Written by seminary professor Joel Biermann, each service in this stirring series focuses on a certain event in the Lenten story and takes a good, hard look at a broken element from that particular story. Coming to an understanding of how each of these broken elements leads to restoration in Christ is key to under-standing what it ultimately means to live today as new creations in Christ.

Beginning Wednesday, March 5 at 5:30 p.m.�e Daniel Plan at St. MatthewsGod designed our bodies to be healthy providing everything we need to thrive and live abundantly. And with assistance from medical and �tness experts, Pastor Rick Warren and thousands of people from his congregation at Saddleback Church started a journey to transform their lives. �e result: 15,000 people lost over 260,000 pounds in the �rst year. But the changes in people’s lives went far beyond the pounds they lost.

THE

Feast on Something Bigger than a Fad�e Daniel Plan: 40 Days to a Healthier Life by Rick Warren, Dr. Daniel Amen, and Dr. Mark Hyman is far more than a diet plan. It is an appetizing approach to achieving a healthy lifestyle where people

are encouraged to get healthier together by optimizing the key �ve essentials of faith, food, �tness, focus, and friends.

Sessions include: Faith: Nurturing Your Soul Food: Enjoying God’s Abundance Fitness: Strengthening Your Body Focus: Renewing Your Mind Friends: Encouraging Each Other Living the Lifestyle

�e Daniel Plan will be o�ered at St. Matthews on Wednesdays during Lent beginning March 5th from 5:30 p.m. to 6:20 p.m. just prior to the Lenten Service. Grab a bowl of soup and join

us in the basement for this 6 session DVD series facilitated by Pat Turonie and Gerry Paulson.

Books can be picked up at Walmart, Target, Barnes & Noble or on the internet.

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Swedish MeatballSupper


Our Youth

ONLINE REGISTRATION OPENS: MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3RD DEADLINE IS MARCH 15TH AND A LATE FEE OF $20 AFTER THIS DATE

www.eskolittleleague.com

T-ball | Boys & Girls Ages 4-6

Baseball | Boys & Girls Ages 7-8

Rookie Softball | Girls Ages 7-8

Baseball |Boys Minors Ages 9-10

Majors Ages 11-12

Baseball | Boys Intermediate Age 13 Juniors Ages 13-14

Softball | Girls U10 Ages 9-10

U12 Ages 11-12

Softball | Girls U14 Ages 13-14 U16 Ages 15-16

Parent Meeting: Sunday, April 6th

Parent Meeting: Sunday, April 6th

Parent Meeting: Sunday April 6th

Parent Meeting: Sunday March 2nd

Evaluation: Friday March, 14th



Evaluation: Friday March, 14th


COMPUTERS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE PARENT MEETING FOR ONLINE REGISTRATION

WATCH OUR WEBSITE FOR DETAILS OR LIKE US ON FACEBOOK “Esko Youth Baseball / Softball Association”

2014 Eskomo Baseball Camp

When: March 10th, 11th, 12th, and 13th, 2014

Where: Esko High School Blue Gym Facility

Who: 3rd and 4th grades from 6:00 to 7:15 PM 5th and 6th grades from 7:15 to 8:30 PM

Cost: $35 pre-registration (includes an Eskomo Baseball t-shirt)

$40 if you register the day of the camp (includes an Eskomo Baseball t-shirt)

$15 for each additional child in a family attending baseball/softball camps.

Additional Esko Baseball apparel will be on sale at camp

Bring: Own glove and bat. Balls additional bats and catcher’s equip-ment will be available if needed.

Players will receive instruction from Esko Baseball Coaches, Little League Coaches and Eskomo baseball players.

Throwing, hitting, and ground-ball mechanics will be emphasized us-ing a “rotating station” format.

Pitching and catching mechanics and pitch development will also be instructed for those interested.

Clinicians will tailor instruction at a level appropriate for your son – whether he is a beginner or advanced.

There will be something to learn for everyone!

Questions?: Contact Ben Haugen at: [email protected] (preferred) 879-4673 ext. 244 (work) 428-0249 (home)

To register: Fill out the form below. Please make checks payable to Esko Baseball Association. Send check and form to:Ben Haugen PO Box 10 OR Ben Haugen’s mailbox at Esko High School2 Hwy 61 E Esko, MN 55733

2014 Eskomo Baseball Camp

Name________________________________ Grade_______

T-shirt size_______

Parent/Guardian Name(s) ___________________________________

Phone Number (in case of an emergency) ______________________

Barneløpet: A Classic Cross Country Ski

“Fun Run” For KidsThe Cloquet Sons of Norway Heimsyn Lodge and the Cloquet Ski Club invite children ages 3-10 to cross country ski in its first ever “Barneløpet” (Norwegian for “the children’s race”) starting at 2 pm in Veterans Park on Sunday, March 2.

The Barneløpet (pronounced Barn EH loo peh) is modeled after similar ski events in Norway. and the “Barnebirkie” in Hayward,Wisconsin, a noncom-petitive ski event where everyone who finishes wins a blue ribbon and a flag. The Cloquet event is intended for children from ages 3 - 10. Parents and grandparents are allowed to ski with their children, if they wish. After the race, skiers and their families are invited to join the Sons of Norway in the Veterans Park Pavillion for cookies, cider and hot chocolate.Children may register the day of the race or call Barneløpet Coordinator: Ken Jorgensen at 384-4202


Eskomo SportsESKOMO SPRING SPORTS 2014Attention all student athletes planning to participate in a spring sport - please make sure

to register online and have all forms as well as a current physical turned in prior to the start of the first day of prac-tice. Forms can be picked up in the athletic office or online www.esko.k12.mn.us under the “Athletics” tab.

Parents make sure to sign up for “Notify Me” on the www.polarleague.org website for your son or daughter’s appropriate sport and level to get up-to-date scheduling changes (which happens often in the spring!) Have a great season!

TRACK:

Practice starts on Monday, March 10th for high school students. Junior high tracksters can practice with the high school runners or they can wait for the official junior high start date of Monday, March 31st. Dress warm to run outside!!

SOFTBALL: Practice for all girls (grades 7-12) begins on Monday, March 10th.

Practices will be held indoors until it is nice enough to go outside. Indoor practice times will vary: 3:30-6:00PM or 5:30-8:00PM. A practice schedule will be handed out at the parent meeting.

*Parent/Player meeting (for parents of softball players grades 7-12) on Wednesday, March 5 at 8:00 pm in Mr. Haugen’s Room 244

We look forward to a great 2014 Softball Season!Coaching Staff,Brad EmanuelHuff EmanuelNicole Schmidt Erin EmanuelContact: Coach Brad Emanuel at [email protected]

BASEBALL: Important Dates:

Sunday, March 2 - Parent meeting for parents whose son is interested in play-ing baseball (grades 7-12). Meeting will be in the high school theater at 6:00 pm

for grades 9-12 and 6:20 pm for grades 7 & 8 and a Little League Parent Meeting for grades 3-8 at 7:00 pm.

Monday, March 17 – Practice begins for 9-12th graders and any 8th graders trying out for the C-team. Practices will be held indoors until it is nice enough to go outside. Indoor practice times will vary: mornings, 3:30-6:00PM, 5:00-7:30PM or 7:00-9:30PM. Outdoor practices will run from 3:30-6:00PM or 5:00-7:30PM. A practice schedule will be handed out at the parent meeting.

March 24-28 _ Spring Break (there will be baseball prac-tice!)

Monday, March 31 – Practice begins for 7th and 8th grad-ers. More information on the JH season will be sent home with your son at a later time.

Tuesday, April 8th -Season Opener game (JV and Varsity).

Baseball does try and keep an up-to-date website under the “Athletics” tab at www.esko.k12.mn.us. There, you can find schedules, information, etc.

All of the Esko baseball staff are excited about the upcom-ing season.

If you have any questions, please contact Ben Haugen at [email protected].

See you at the ballpark!

SUMMER LEAGUE BASEBALLLittle League Registrations are open (grades 7 and 8) and will be done online again like last year (www.eskolittlelea-gue.com). We are again planning on having VFW(grades 8-10) and Legion(grades 10-12) squads. Registration and fees for the VFW and Legion will be handled through Mr. Haugen at a later time. The plan has been to make these teams an extension of the spring season - to make them com-petitive and fun. This means committing to being on the team. It also means better organization on our part. I can tell you we have been thinking about how to make the summer teams better and will be making some changes. Summer is a busy time. Please have a conversation with your son and discuss his and your commitment level. It’s not any fun for anyone when the team is constantly in flux due to everything else going on in the summer. Good spring baseball teams have committed summer teams. I can tell you the coaches will be committed this summer! If your son is serious about being a good baseball player he should participate and be a committed member of a summer team.

If you have any questions, please contact Ben Haguen at [email protected].

KIDS PLUS MEETINGS & EVENTS

Thursdays 3:30 – 6:30 pm Field Trip – March 5 (Early Release Day)

mailto:[email protected]

http://www.esko.k12.mn.us

http://www.esko.k12.mn.us

http://www.eskolittleleague.com

http://www.eskolittleleague.com


ECFE CLASS FEES: Families pay what they can best afford. Those who are unable to pay are still welcome. Annual Income ECFE Fee/Semester $50,000 + Full Price $30,000 - $50,000 10% discount $10,000 - $30,000 25% discount under $10,000 50% discount

ECFE & School Readiness

Esko ECFEEsko Community Education, P.O.Box 10, Esko, MN 55733

Class________________________________________________Cost______________________

Child’s Name_______________________________________________________________Birthdate___________________________________________________________________Parent/Guardian’s Name(s)_______________________________________________Address_____________________________________City/ip________________________Home Phone__________________________ Work Phone_______________________Email__________________________________ Cell Phone_________________________Please list any special needs or allergies:______________________________________________________________________________________________________________Please make checks payable to Esko Community Education. Registrations can be dropped off in the Community Education office or mailed to the above address. You will need to register for each semester. Thank You!

Total Enclosed______________________ Check #___________To register online visit www.esko.k12.mn.us

ECFE Schedule for Winter/Spring 2014

SAVE THE DATE!APRIL 6TH

Esko ECFE will be holding it’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 6th, 2014!!! Watch for more info to come in the April edition of the Esko Corner.

Tiny Tots(16 – 36 months)

When: (Tuesdays) Feb. 4, 18, 25, Mar. 4, 11, 18, Apr. 1, 8, 15, 22 (dates updated from after snow day)Time: 4:15 – 5:30pmCost: $45

Enjoy one-on-one time with your toddler before attending a discussion about a variety of topics specific to a toddler’s social, emotional and physical development. Children enjoy socializing under the supervision of an early childhood teacher.

Evening Adventures(Mixed ages)

When: (Tuesdays) Feb. 4, 18, 25, Mar. 4, 11, 18, Apr. 1, 8, 15, 22 (dates updated from after snow day)Time: 6:15 – 7:30 p.m. Cost: $45 per family

Enjoy playing and making fun crafts with your child(ren) while also meeting other families in your community. Come discuss positive and practical ways to handle the challenges of raising young children. This is a great opportunity to gain knowledge and get advice from other parents who may be experiencing similar situations. This is also a great opportunity to share any tips you may have from your own life experiences, with other parents. This class focuses on children ages Birth to five years. Older siblings are welcome. Fun for the whole family!

“Men”tor NightKids...bring your favorite guy and join us for a night of fun!

For ages 3 years through 1st Grade

When: March 6 – Dinosaur Roar – Everything Dinosaurs April 3 – The Colors of Spring – Fun with Colors May 1 – May Day Baskets – Yay for May!Time: (Thursdays) 6:15 -7:15 pm Cost: $6.00 per class (1st child) $3.00 per additional child

This is a time for children and their Dad, Grandpa, Uncle or other special guy to enjoy activities together.

School Readiness Preschool Registration for 2014/2015 School Year

Below are the dates for registration for School Readiness Preschool for classes beginning in the Fall:

REGISTRATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BE-FORE THESE DATES. REGISTRATION FORMS WILL BE AVAILABLE in the Community Education office.

$25.00 registration fee is required to secure your child’s spot.

February 1–February 28, 2014- Current School Readiness Students may register.

March 3 – 14, 2014 – Esko Residents may register.

*If the number of registrations we receive during this time exceeds the number of spots available, all Esko resident names received during these dates will be chosen through a lottery system.

March 17, 2014 – Open to the general public.

You may direct any questions to Christina Walther or Tina Kauma, 879-4038.


After School Club/Class Registration Form:Esko Community Education, P.O. Box 10, Esko, MN 55733

Name: __________________________Birthdate:_____________

Address: _________________________City/Zip:_____________

Home Phone: _________________ Work Phone: _____________

Email:_______________________________________________

Club: ____________________________ Cost: ______________

Homeroom Teacher: ______________________Grade:_________

Additional Student:

Name: ___________________________Birthdate:____________

Club: ____________________________ Cost: ______________

Homeroom Teacher: ______________________ Grade:________

Parent/Guardian: ________________Cell Phone:_____________T-shirt/shoe size (if applicable)____________ _____________Any special needs?______________________________________ Total Enclosed: $_______________Payment Type: Check #____________ Cash Credit Card ___MasterCard ___VISA________-_______-_______-_______

Exp. Date:________ 3 Digit Code________

Authorized Signature:____________________________________

To register online visit www.esko.k12.mn.usYou will be contacted only if a class is filled. Otherwise, consider yourself regis-tered for the class. Make checks payable to Esko Community Education and mail to the above address or drop off at the office. Cancellation fee is $2.00.

After School ClubsSAVANNAH’S POTTERY –ST. PAT MUG

Beginning Date: 03/13/2014 3:30PM - 4:30PM Esko Schools - S101 Art Cost: $ 15.00Instructor(s): Roen, MichelleDescription: Come and paint a great St. Patrick’s Day mug and bring the day in with some Irish style!

SAVANNAH’S POTTERY-EASTER BASKET

Beginning Date: 04/07/2014 3:30PM - 4:30PM Esko Schools - S101 ArtCost: $ 14.00Instructor(s): Roen, MichelleDescription: Paint an adorable basket for an Easter Egg!

SAVANNAH’S POTTERY-EASTER TULIP

Beginning Date: 03/18/2014 3:30PM - 4:30PM Esko Schools - S101 ArtCost: $ 14.00Instructor(s): Roen, MichelleDescription: Proudley display your Easter eggs with this 2 piece Tullip Egg Holder that you paint yourself! It will make the Easter Bunny proud!

RAINBOW LOOM

Beginning Date: 03/04/2014, 03/11/2014, 03/18/2014 3:30PM - 4:30PM - Esko Schools - E351Cost: $ 9.00Description: Create and collaborate on Rainbow Looms! This is a time for students to share tips and tricks and to explore news ways of using looms. Students will be shown a video on the Smartboard that will show a new bracelet or necklace to make for the week. Bring your own Rainbow Loom and bands if you have them. If you don’t, we wiLL have a limited number of looms and bands that you can use--keep what you create!Instructor(s): Wickenheiser, Brian

MINECRAFT REVOLUTION Grades 3-5

Beginning Date: 03/12/2014, 03/19/2014, 04/02/2014, 04/09/2014 3:30PM - 4:30PM Esko Schools - E351Cost: $ 16.00Instructor(s): Wickenheiser, BrianDescription: MINECRAFT REVOLUTION is back! Join us to create, build, work with other MINECRAFTERS, and survive! You can bring your own wireless tablet, iPad, or laptop to show and build upon what you have already created. If you don’t have a device, we have a limited number of iPads and even an XBOX! You will be able to join each other online on the school’s network or work alone. Play and see your creation on the Smartboard too!MINECRAFT team and individual challenges will be offered as well as free-style. It doesn’t matter if you have never played or are an expert, the only question is: Are you ready?Parents: Minecraft can help develop many skills including critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and spatial sense. A different skill is picked each week to focus on, but hopefully the students think they are just having fun!*If a student brings his/her own device, the school is not responsible if it is lost or stolen. Students are welcome to drop off their device in Mr. Wick’s room (351) in the morning.

ARCHERY

Beginning Date: 04/14/2014, 04/16/2014, 04/21/2014, 04/23/2014 3:30PM - 4:30PM - Esko Schools - CafeteriaCost: $ 13.00Instructor(s): Johnson, CyndeeDescription: Learn the basics while using compound bows and targets!

TENNIS CLUB

Beginning Date: 04/28/2014, 04/30/2014, 05/05/2014, 05/07/2014 3:30PM - 4:30PM - Esko Schools - CafeteriaCost: $ 12.00Instructor(s): Johnson, CyndeeDescription: Grades 3-6, join us for tennis! Students will learn the fundamentals of tennis, get to practice, and have a blast! Rackets are pro-vided, but you can bring your own rackets if you wish!


Esko Adult Community Education ClassesYOGA03/04/2014, 03/11/2014, 03/18/2014, 04/01/2014, 04/08/2014, 04/15/2014, 04/22/2014, 04/29/2014 5:00PM - 6:00PM Esko Schools - E270 Elementary Music$ 50.00Ripp, Carolyn

This 8 week class will integrate the basic yoga postures, breathing techniques, and relaxation exercises, with an introduction to vinyasa (flow) yoga. Bring a Yoga mat or towel and water.

ZAP the ACT Seminar

03/31/2014 6:30PM - 9:00PM -Esko Schools - S132

04/01/2014 6:30PM - 9:00PM - Esko Schools - S132

$ 79.00 – REGISTER ONLINE at www.zaps.com

Many colleges require the ACT College Entrance Test as one of the criteria for admission. We have arranged a 5-hour seminar for your son or daughter to become more familiar with the ACT college entrance exam to hopefully help them improve their test scores. Your son or daughter could benefit from even a small score increase in the highly competitive college entrance selec-tion process. This is a seminar for students of all ability levels. Experience indicates that students who take our company’s ACT seminar achieve a 1-5 point score increase. ZAPS Learning company will be sending letters to all members of the Junior Class with more details and registration information. DO NOT register for this class through Community Education. You can visit the ZAPS Educational Seminar website at www.Zaps.com for more informa-tion and to register.

RETIRE WITH CONFIDENCEBeginning Date: 03/20/2014 6:00PM - 7:30PM - Esko Schools - S132Cost: $ 0.00Description: This workshop addresses six key risks that retirees face, includ-ing outliving your income and rising health care costs. You will learn how to turn your retirement concerns into confidence.Instructor(s): Hallgren, Nathan and Terrio-Johnson, Kyle

SOCIAL SECURITY: STRATEGIZE TO MINIMIZEBeginning Date: 05/06/2014 6:00PM - 7:30PM - Esko Schools - S132Cost: $ 0.00Description: Mistakes involving Social Security can be costly, but we can provide the guidance you need. THis workshop will help you sort through your questions and help wnsure the choices you make are tailored to your needs.Instructor(s): Hallgren, Nathan and Terrio-Johnson, Kyle

WHAT WOULD BATMAN EAT?Beginning Date: 03/31/2014 6:00PM - 8:30PM Esko Schools - S100 Family Consumer ScienceCost: $ 0.00Description: What Would Batman Eat?You are an everyday superhero every time you feed children nutritious meals and snacks whilebalancing your food budget and time. Attending this workshop will affirm your hard work in providing the best meals and snacks for kids and inspire you to accomplish even greater feats! After participating in What Would Bat-man Eat? You will know how your everyday actions make you a superhero for children’s health, you will understand the parallel between setting up your home for safety and setting up your home for healthy living and you’ll de-velop a deeper appreciation for the value of investing in healthy foods for children.

KARATE Spring Quarter 2014

March 11—June 6 Tuesday & Friday afternoon at Esko Schools

after school in the Cafeteria 3:30pm—4:45pm (K-12)

Give your child a chance to try an awesome sport!! Martial arts training will help your child: Get in Shape Practice Self-Discipline Gain Confidence Learn Self-Defense Develop Good Character

These are life skills that will benefit your child in school,

and in all areas of life.

REGISTER NOW Please register through Community Education.

Spring Quarter starts on March 11, 2014

Pricing Karate Uniform $45 12-week Tuition $135 Quarterly Belt Advancement Testing fee $55

This program is run by Stefan and Stephanie Stein, black belts and owners of Mattevi Martial Arts Academy, a premier martial arts school in the northland.

Mattevi Martial Arts Academy 102 Belknap St. Superior, WI 54880

715-394-5425 www.gmmaa.com

This flyer is distributed as a courtesy to families in Esko School; however, distribution does not imply that the school endorses or approves the activities or viewpoints promoted in these materials.

OPEN GYM

Sundays, through March 16 12:00 – 4:00 pm$ 0.00

Open Gym time for Esko Residents: In order to accomodate our large numbers of participants, please observe the following: Open Gym for Families with Children is from 12:00 - 2:00 pm Open Gym for Youth and Adults is from 2:00 - 4:00 pm (no children under grade 6 allowed without an adult present with them) Please sign-in with the Open Gym Supervisor. The supervisor has the right to ask you to leave if you are being disruptive or dis-repectful.

WALKING FOR FITNESS

November – March 6:00AM - 8:00AM & 4:00PM - 9:00PM $ 0.00 – Must register through Community Education

The school building will be open again this year to allow for all Esko community members to walk inside during the darker and winter months on weekdays except on no school days. You will need to reg-ister in the Community Education office to receive guidelines and a button to wear while you walk.

All Current KARATE Students MUST Pre-register before class begins!


REGISTRATION - COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Name: ________________________________________________

Address: ______________________________________________

City: ___________________________ Zip: ________________

Home Phone: ________________ Work Phone: _______________

Email:________________________________________________For Esko Comm. Ed. classes-Esko students please include:

Grade:______Teacher:__________________Birthdate:_________

Class: ________________________________________________ Cost: ___________

Class: ________________________________________________ Cost: ___________ Total Enclosed: $__________

Please send this form, with payment to the appropriateCommunity Education Office as listed above.

Area Classes, Programs & Resources

WHERE TO REGISTER: Please note the location of the class you are registering for and send it to the appropriate place with a check made out to the correct program!

ESKO CLOQUET P.O. Box 10 509 Carlton Ave.Esko, MN 55733 Cloquet, MN 55720Phone#: 879-4038 Phone#: 879-1261

CARLTON WRENSHALL P.O. Box 310 207 Pioneer DriveCarlton, MN 55718 Wrenshall, MN 55797Phone#: 384-4464 Phone#: 384-4274 ext. 1410

THE Duluth Playhouse is coming to YOU!

Superior public library Cloquet middle school

March 10-14 march 24-28

AGES 8-13. Camp runs 9-3 with a final

performance open to the public on

friday. $125.

Explore creative movement, music and

poetry. collaborate to create a

final showcase to share with family

and friends!

Contact the Duluth playhouse to

register today! 733-7555

Spring Break camp:

Poetry panda-monium

The University of Minnesota, including the Minnesota Extension Service, is an equal opportunity educator and employer.

EXTENSION COMMUNITY CONNECT Hosted by: The Carlton County Master Gardeners

The public is welcome to attend this event!

“FROM SAP TO SYRUP”

Techniques for starting or Improving your home Maple Syruping!

Local “Woodland Advisors”, Joanne and John Rosberg will present information on this timeless topic!

When: Tuesday, March 25, 2014 Where: Carlton County Transportation Bldg, 1630 County Rd. 61, Carlton Time: 7-8:30 pm Cost: $5.00 at the door

Please call the Extension Office for more information 218-384-3511

HOMEWORK HELP AND RESOURCES FOR JOB SEEKERS ARE NOW AVAILABLE

Arrowhead Library System has made the Brainfuse HelpNow and JodNow databases available to residents of the seven county region of Carlton, Cook, Itasca, Koochiching, Lake, Lake of the Woods, and Saint Louis. All you need is an Arrowhead Libryary System library cared to access these tools.

You can obtain an Arrowhead Library System library card from your local library. You can also contact us through our general e-mail: [email protected] to obtain a library card. Go to http://www.arrowhead.lib.mn.us/serivces/magazines/home to access the data-bases.

HelpNow includes expert tutoring, on-demand, one-to-one homework help, comprehensive writing assistance, a foreign Language center, compter literacy, ACT/SAT testing, and an adult learning center. JobNow includes live interview coaching, a resume lab, and live career assistance. Check it out!

PILATES

3/5/14 - 4/30/14 6:15PM - 7:00PM E270 Elementary Music*No class March 26 - Need 8 to register!$ 45.00Amber Berg

All levels of experience welcome, from novice to advanced. If you want to feel like you worked out hard when you are done, this is the class for you. The workout will strengthen your core through the use of a Pilates ring and mat, with a focus on form. Plan to burn calories, increase your energy, improve your posture and flexibility, and get things burning! Pilates rings will be sold at the first class ($20.00), or participants can bring their own. Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle.


Winterquist Elementary NewsElementary NewsBy Brian Harker

Important Dates

March 4 Getting Ready for Kindergarten- 5:30 pm

March 5 Early DismissalMarch 10 PIE Meeting- 6:30 pmMarch 12 Elementary Spring PicturesMarch 21 End of Quarter 3March 24-28 Spring BreakApril 1 Kindergarten Round- up- 6:00 pm in the TheaterApril 4 No School for Current Kindergartners Orientation for incoming Kinder familiesFuture Kindergarteners and ParentsIt is time to get ready for school!If you have a child who will be five years old on or before September 1, 2014, please join us on Tuesday, April 1. Kindergarten Round-up will take place in the High School Theater at 6:00 pm. Please join us and meet the elementary staff and learn about

the wonderful learning opportunities offered at Winterquist Elementary School. If you know of any out of district families that may be interested in attending kindergarten in Esko, please let them know they are welcome to join us. Kindergarten Round-up packets have been mailed out. If you did not receive a round-up packet by now, please contact the school at 879-3361. Books Are Full of SurprisesAs you know February was “I Love to Read” month. This year’s theme was “Reading is Super.” Once again our Language Arts Committee did a fantastic job organizing this year’s activities and the students did a wonderful job of participating. The month’s activities included an opening ceremony, special dress up days, and time to drop everything and read. The final surprise is a secret and as I write this we are only days away from the big reveal which could be a cinematic experience!Student Drop-Off Area Please continue to use the two drop-off areas the district has provided for you. The first area is by the Community Education doors. We ask that you follow the car in front of you and keep traffic to one lane.

Cars are not allowed to park in the turnaround as this affects the flow of traffic. The second place is by the district office. The students can get out and walk on the sidewalks. Signs are posted along Highway 61 to assist you. We are not doing this to make parents’ lives difficult, but rather we are doing this to try and assist with student safety. Kids are not to be picked up after school where the buses are loading students.AttendanceAs stated in our student handbook, “EXCUSED ABSENCES - NOT SCHOOL RELATED—Must be verified within 24 hours by a parent or guardian for illness, medical appointments, religious instruction or observance which can only be held during the school day and for limited emergency situations.” We are participating in the Truancy Prevention Program for Carlton County. Our policy obligates us to notify the parent(s)/guardian(s) in writing when a student has compiled three unexcused absences or a combination of eight total excused and/or unexcused absences at any time during the school year. Excessive tardies falls under

the definition of truancy. Please review the attendance record on your child’s latest report card. Your child’s attendance at school is vitally important to their academic success.Cell PhonesCell phones fall under the category of nuisance devices. Any item or device that may disrupt, interrupt or detract in any way from the learning of another student(s) may be considered a nuisance. Nuisance items/devices may include but are not limited to: cell phones, pagers or other communication devices, skate boards, i-pods and electronic gadgets, playing or game cards, electronic games, etc. Such items/devices are not welcome at school and will be confiscated when discovered and brought to the elementary school office until the end of the school day. The parents of repeat offenders may be required to come to school to pick-up the confiscated item/device. The disciplinary action taken may include detention, suspension or expulsion.

The school district assumes NO RESPONSIBILITY for the loss of any confiscated item/devices.

Get Ready for Kindergarten!Important Dates:

(For families with students entering Kindergarten in the Fall of 2014)

Get Ready for Kindergarten Night- “Play with a Purpose”Tuesday, March 4, 2014 from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Kindergarten Round-up (Parent Informational Meeting) Tuesday, April 1, 2014 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

Kindergarten Visiting Day (For Students and Parents)Friday, April 4, 2014

Get Ready for Kindergarten Night- “Magic of Math”Tuesday, May 6, 2014 from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Order Your Elementary Yearbook!Deadline for ordering 2013-2014 Winterquist Elementary Yearbooks is Wed March 19th. We will be working with a new publishing compa-ny called “Memory Books” The books will be in full COLOR and cost is $13 each. Order envelopes were sent home with students in Feb. Be sure and get the completed order form and money in by March 19th! Any questions, call Ms Salo 879-3361 ext #211. If you have any photos to sub-mit for consideration to add to the Elementary Memory Book, please email to [email protected].

Pie Meeting minutes for February* treasurers report* conference pot luck meal for teachers planned for Thursday the 13th. PIE will provide the main course with the rest donated. Thank you volunteers* Technology update: Ipads for k-3. 11 in total are now ordered with fundraising funds from last year. Also ordered 3 Ipads for Mr

Nielsen from earlier Tech request. Substituted Ipads for chrome books. *Save the date for the annual PIE 5K run. This years date Saturday May 31st. Would love to get some new volunteers to help with this great event.* family fun “carnival” discussed. This is a free event as a reward for doing the fundraiser earlier in the year. We will try to confirm some dates with the vendor, This event involves multiple bouncy houses and obstacles courses. Looking at April dates.* Teacher request approved for Nurses office for $50 to purchase a water cooler for the nurses office* Thank you to WDIO for donating $500 for one of our Ipad purchases. They are very generous donors to our Pie organization!! * Next Meeting March 10th 6:30 pm

Elementary Spring Picture DayWednesday, March 12

Registration for Cool Kids 2014/2015 school year will begin May 2, 2014.

Registration for a new Summer program begins April 7, 2014.

Program Dates: June 9 - August 15 2014. Program hours will be 6:30 AM-5:30 PM, Monday-Friday.

Please look for more information and registration forms in the April 2014 Esko’s Corner

Cool Kids News


Lincoln High School News

Lincoln High School

Honor Roll

Student Name Grade

Aili Anika 09 Alvillar Jade 12 Anderson Carissa 08 Anderson Jolene 07 Anich Jedd 08 Bakken Reed 11 Barrett Nicholas 10 Berger Camden 07 Bergerson Ashley 11 Berglund Mirra 07 Bergstedt Seth 10 Blue Chloe 07 Boettcher Katherine 12 Bohren Sarah 11 Brademan Jace 12 Brownie Taylor 09 Brunfelt Hannah 10 Burggraff Nathan 08 Carlson Whitney 12 Chambers Alexis 12 Claflin Jodi 09 Collier Rachael 10 Compo Avery 08 Conklin Zachary 08 Cossalter Jordan 12 Davidson Darin 11 Davidson Reid 09 Deadrick Kory 12 Dincau Mandi 09 Durand Brendan 08 Emanuel Elle 10 Emanuel Nicholas 10 Erickson Hannah 12 Erickson Jacob 12

Erickson Jake 08 Erickson Ross 10 Erola Taylor 12 Farley Alexandria 12 Fischer Benjamin 09 Frederick Scott 12 Fredrickson Chloe 12 Gonsorowski Ava 09 Gonsorowski Hubert 07 Gottschald Hannah 10 Gottschald Kendra 11 Graves Gabriel 12 Grayson Logan 07 Gregg Turner 10 Greniger Zachary 08 Habig Karl 08 Harms Joanna 12 Helberg Carle 08 Hendrickson Colter 07 Heren Thomas 07 Hoffman Dawson 07 Holland Mackenzie 09 Houser Karinne 10 Houser Marais 08 Huffman-Swanson

Makayla 10

Imig Alex 07 Imig Austin 10 Johansen Arianah 11 Johnson Izabel 10 Johnson Izaiah 07 Johnson Matthew 08 Johnson Nicholas 10 Johnson Randi 12 Johnson Rick 12 Johnson Timothy 07 Jones Justin 08 Jubie Gianna 10 Jurmu Hannah 09 Jurmu Sarah 07 Kaldahl Brody 08 Kauma Corey 07

Erickson Jake 08 Erickson Ross 10 Erola Taylor 12 Farley Alexandria 12 Fischer Benjamin 09 Frederick Scott 12 Fredrickson Chloe 12 Gonsorowski Ava 09 Gonsorowski Hubert 07 Gottschald Hannah 10 Gottschald Kendra 11 Graves Gabriel 12 Grayson Logan 07 Gregg Turner 10 Greniger Zachary 08 Habig Karl 08 Harms Joanna 12 Helberg Carle 08 Hendrickson Colter 07 Heren Thomas 07 Hoffman Dawson 07 Holland Mackenzie 09 Houser Karinne 10 Houser Marais 08 Huffman-Swanson

Makayla 10

Imig Alex 07 Imig Austin 10 Johansen Arianah 11 Johnson Izabel 10 Johnson Izaiah 07 Johnson Matthew 08 Johnson Nicholas 10 Johnson Randi 12 Johnson Rick 12 Johnson Timothy 07 Jones Justin 08 Jubie Gianna 10 Jurmu Hannah 09 Jurmu Sarah 07 Kaldahl Brody 08 Kauma Corey 07

Kemi Kadie 11 Ketola Courtney 10 Keuhn Andrea 09 Klaphake Aiyanna 09 Klaphake Sophia 07 Koehler Kelsey 09 Koskela Peyton 07 Krause Cecelia 09 Kuhlman Jack 10 Kulas Karlie 09 Kulaszewicz Kyle 10 Larson Kade 08 Larson Kole 12 Laundergan Jacob 12 Laurie Mykayla 09 Lee Alexa 12 Lilliberg Lindsey 09 Liupakka Zachary 12 Luing Mariah 09 Lund Elise 07 Lynch Dylan 08 Magnuson Neena 09 Mainville Courtney 10 Marquis Amelia 11 Matteen Branden 08 McCoy Paige 09 Menor Trenton 10 Messner Hunter 08 Metcalf Ashleigh 08 Moe Kaitlyn 08 Moerke Isabelle 07 Monnier Addie 07 Moore Zachery 08 Moores Margret 08 Moser Theresa 11 Mowers Brita 07 Murto Arianna 09 Neve Nicholas 12 Newman Eric 09 Northey Carter 08 Northey Tyler 08

OBrien Eileen 11 Olson Emily 11 Osborne Emily 12 Osborne Wil 08 Osterling Cooper 11 Pantsar Ryan 08 Pelletier Mary 10 Perich Andrew 07 Peterson Marc 12 Phillips Hope 08 Piepho Jaustin 07 Pirila Lily 11 Pollema Rachel 11 Poppenberg Keegan 07 Propp Emma 08 Prusi Nathaniel 07 Putzke Natalie 09 Pyrlik David 10 Radovich Matthew 08 Rasmussen Lexus 11 Rengo Matthew 12 Rengo Olivia 10 Rengo Samuel 07 Rish Emily 09 Rossetti Ian 08 Rud Abigail 08 Rudeck Macaela 10 Rydberg Kathleen 10 Rye Kelsey 12 Rye Kirsten 07 Saeland Makayla 08 Salo Caden 08 Salo Hailey 12 Sayovitz Raeanna 08 Schramm Ryan 10 Schultz Cameron 08 Seboe Jake 07 Seguin Brandon 11 Selin Jordyn 09 Shady Erika 12 Shady Savanna 07

OBrien Eileen 11 Olson Emily 11 Osborne Emily 12 Osborne Wil 08 Osterling Cooper 11 Pantsar Ryan 08 Pelletier Mary 10 Perich Andrew 07 Peterson Marc 12 Phillips Hope 08 Piepho Jaustin 07 Pirila Lily 11 Pollema Rachel 11 Poppenberg Keegan 07 Propp Emma 08 Prusi Nathaniel 07 Putzke Natalie 09 Pyrlik David 10 Radovich Matthew 08 Rasmussen Lexus 11 Rengo Matthew 12 Rengo Olivia 10 Rengo Samuel 07 Rish Emily 09 Rossetti Ian 08 Rud Abigail 08 Rudeck Macaela 10 Rydberg Kathleen 10 Rye Kelsey 12 Rye Kirsten 07 Saeland Makayla 08 Salo Caden 08 Salo Hailey 12 Sayovitz Raeanna 08 Schramm Ryan 10 Schultz Cameron 08 Seboe Jake 07 Seguin Brandon 11 Selin Jordyn 09 Shady Erika 12 Shady Savanna 07 Shady Selena 09 Shingledecker Ethan 08 Slattengren Jayden 07 Spehar Isaac 07 Staniger Casey 12 Stauffenecker Kelly 12 Stodola Jonathan 07 Stowe Arianna 09 Stoyanoff Cydnee 10 Stoyanoff Dane 07 Stracek Josephine 12 Stueber Samantha 07 Sunde Matthew 11 Sunde Nathan 09 Sunnarborg Macy 07 Swartwoudt Bailey 12 Terwey Joseph 12 Thompson Corra 08 Trapp Adam 08 Tusken Matthew 10 Vork Carter 09 Wagemaker Judy 09 Wagemaker Luke 07 Webster Theodore 10 Wefel Bryanna 09 Wilcox Joshua 10 Wirtanen Megan 09 Wold Annika 07 Wold Makayla 09 Yorkell Aubrey 09 Zahn Isabelle 08

Honor Roll Merit Roll

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Abbett Cassadie 07Alaspa Patricia 07Anderson Kathryn 10Anderson Peter 11Arntson Ashleigh 10Arntson Devan 09Bailey Cassidy 11Barrett Emily 10Barstad Kassandra 08Beaudot Calvin 12Benedict April 09Bentley Abigail 10Bergerson Kaitlyn 07Bergstedt Chase 08Besser Lauren 12Bisel Julia 08Bisel Sarah 11Blue Isaak 09Bockbrader Jonah 12Bodie Ryan 11Bolgrean Ashley 08Bolgrean Matthew 11Borchardt Lia 07Borchardt Mitchell 10Borchardt Reid 12Bottila Brooke 11Bottila Bryce 09Bottila Cassie 08Bourgeault Lucas 07Bourgeault Ryan 09Broman Dawson 07Bryant Emily 09Buhr Kailey 12Burggraff Jonathan 11Busch Kathrine 12Busch Nolan 08Butkiewicz Damon 07Butkiewicz Deja 07Carey Kiefer 11Carlson Dylan 09Carman Anthony 10Carr Dominic 10Carr John 12Chicos Tyler 11Christenson Kylie 10Cloose Kelby 07Couture Heather 07DeRocher Alex 12Doyle Jordan 10Ebel Matthew 12Einbu Dylan 08Fetter Jordan 09Firn Bryce 08Fischer Quinn 08Fuller Jacqueline 12Fuller Samuel 08Fuller William 10Gannucci Mariah 11Garson Kayla 12Giancola Dariano 08Giancola Lucanzo 07Gibson Bryan 11Gottschald Megan 11Gottschald Olivia 08Granholm Alyssa 09Guthrie Emily 11Haapanen John 07Halling Brianna 07Halling Emily 07Halling Justin 07Hammann Jeanna 11Hansen Jami 12Hilinski Brittney 12Hill Paige 09Hintsala Brandt 12Holland Riley 07Horvath Davriana 08Hyde Hannah 12Imig Andrew 12Inman Cassandra 11Jablonski Kiana 12Jablonski Taylor 10Jarvis Amy 12Jasken Rose 09Jasken Zachary 12

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2) The Esko staff and students will implement a 1:1 computing initia-tive. This initiative will provide an electronic device for each student in grades 4-12. The District will provide appropriate staff with a matching de-vice and training to increase student achievement.

3) The Esko School Administration will review fine arts and co-curricular offerings seeking additional opportunities to build on current academic class-es while increasing collaboration between the academic departments at the school and the community at large.

4) The District will continue to manage class sizes to provide personalized learning experiences for all Esko students, fostering continued academic ex-cellence.

Other Areas of Emphasis

1) Upgrade the District technology infrastructure to support 21st Century learning opportunities.

2) Meet the diverse needs of all learners.

3) Administration will recommend staffing patterns and programs that will best meet the needs of a 21st century workforce.

4) The District will hire and retain staff members who contribute to District excellence in academics, arts and athletics.


Superintendent’s Report

Merit Roll cont.

The Esko School District has completed an extensive goal setting process. The Esko School Board brought in Big Riv-er Consulting to facilitate this process. Four groups meet to identify strengths of the district, areas to improve and to iden-tify potential goals. The School Board took all of the data from the four groups and developed four goals that the admin-

istration and staff will work on over the next four years. The School Board would like to thank all of you that participated in this process! Esko Public Schools ISD #99Goals and Vision StatementFebruary 10, 2014VisionThe Esko School District will provide a personalized learning environment that incorporates best teaching and learning practices and enhanced technol-ogy, to maximize every students’ preparation for lifelong success.

1) The Esko School Board will demonstrate fiscal responsibility by maintain-ing appropriate cash flow amounts, prioritizing expenditures and utilizing all funding options while complying with the District’s fund balance policy.

Goal Setting Process for 2014-2019

Superintendent’s UpdateBy Aaron Fischer

13 - Esko’s Corner - January 2006

Clerk’s MinutesThe Esko Board of Education, Independent School District No. 99, Esko, Minnesota, held their regular Board meeting on Tuesday, November 19, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Conference room.Members present: Julian Bertogliat, Rick Liljegren, Lynn McComber, Scott Powers, Jeff Salo, Margaret Sunnarborg, Superintendent Aaron Fischer. Absent: None.Call the Meeting to OrderChairperson Julian Bertogliat called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.Approval of AgendaMoved by Jeff Salo, second by Rick Liljegren to approve the agenda. Motion carried by unanimous vote.Approval of Consent Agenda ItemsMoved by Jeff Salo, second by Scott Powers to approve the Consent Agenda items as follows:

• Approve the minutes of the October 29, 2013 regular school board meeting .

• Approve the checks as follows:Checks – Pending Treasurer’s Review

Date Check #s Total10/31/13 76155-76199 $59,387.8111/4/13 76200 $119.3511/12/13 76201-76272 $104,032.4811/13/13 Void #75659 ($250.00)11/13/13 Void #76153 ($100.00)11/14/13 76273-76277 $183,077.37

• Treasurer’s Report: October 2013.

Date

Direct Deposits

Electronic Payments

Grand

Total10/16/13 $167,235.60 $83,799.70 $349,796.2310/31/13 $169,577.65 $85,483.10 $356,023.40

• October 2013 Electronic Transfer ReportDate Acct. Transferred

FromAcct. Transferred

IntoAmount

10/16/13 MSDLAF Gen’l Acct Daily

MN Dept of Revenue (sales tax)

$96.00

10/31/13 Associated Bank (bond $)

MSDLAF Gen’l Acct Daily

$412,204.17

• Fundraiser Requests:• Choir/Music Boosters – sell chocolate and pastry.• Choir/Music Boosters – annual fruit sale.• Choir/Music Boosters – Cabaret concert.• Band – sell pastry.• School Readiness – sell 31 products.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.Technology Presentation by Angie Orvedahl District Technology Director Angie Orvedahl presented to the Board. She demonstrated the SAMR model.Accept Letter of Resignation – Paula BergstedtMoved by Scott Powers, second by Margaret Sunnarborg to accept a letter of resignation from Paula Bergstedt from Cool Kids effective November 12, 2013. Motion carried by unanimous vote.Accept Letter of Resignation from Kellie SemerauMoved by Jeff Salo, second by Lynn McComber to accept a letter of resignation from Kellie Semerau as cleaner effective December 2, 2013, and approval to post the resulting vacancy. Motion carried by unanimous vote.Approve the Hire of Kellie Semerau as Cool Kids Program AssistantMoved by Jeff Salo, second by Lynn McComber to approve the hire of Kellie Semerau as Cool Kids Program Assistant for 29.5 hours per week effective December 2, 2013. Motion carried by unanimous vote.Approve Revised Winter Coaching for 2013/2014Moved by Scott Powers, second by Margaret Sunnarborg to approve the revised winter coaching for 2013/2014 as presented. Motion carried by unanimous vote.Approve Food Service Staff HiresMoved by Rick Liljegren, second by Lynn McComber to approve Food Service hiring as follows:Increase Wendy Borchardt to 5.5 hours per day effective 11/20/2013, increase Leann Fetter to 5.0 hours per day effective 11/20/2013, increase Laura Vigliaturo to 3.5 hours per day effective 11/20/2013, hire Cyndi Campbell as food service worker for 2.5 hours per day effective 11/20/2013, and hire Lisa Kruse as food service worker for 2.5 hours per day effective 11/25/2013. Motion carried by unanimous vote.Discussion/Approval: Big River ConsultingSuperintendent Fischer provide information to the Board regarding a proposal from Big River Consulting to facilitate a process to develop a District mission/vision. Moved by Scott Powers, second by Rick Liljegren to approve contracting with Big River Consulting to facilitate a process to develop a District mission/vision at the contract rate of $6,550. Motion carried by unanimous vote.

From Our School BoardFirst Reading of PoliciesA first reading of the following policies was heard:

- 601 School District Curriculum and Instruction Goals.- 602 Organization of School Calendar and School Day.- 603 Curriculum Development.- 604 Instructional Curriculum.- 610 Field Trips.- 614 School District Testing Plan and Procedure.- 616 School District System Accountability.- 618 Assessment of Student Achievement.- 709 Student Transportation Safety Policy.- 710 Extra Curricular Transportation.

Second Reading/Action – Policy 613 Graduation RequirementsA second reading of the revised Policy 613 Graduation Requirements was heard. Moved by Rick Liljegren, second by Jeff Salo to approve the revised Policy 613 Graduation Requirements. Motion carried by unanimous vote.Second Reading/Action – Policy 533.2 Bicycle and Walk to School PolicyA second reading of Policy 533.2 Bicycle and Walk to School policy was heard. Moved by Jeff Salo, second by Lynn McComber to approve Policy 533.2 Bicycle and Walk to School Policy as amended to make the District not liable for lost or stolen bicycles. Motion carried by the following vote: aye votes by Julian Bertogliat, Rick Liljegren, Lynn McComber, Jeff Salo, Scott Powers and nay vote by Margaret Sunnarborg. Discussion/Update – North Field Facilities ProjectSupt. Fischer reported that punch list items are being completed. There is still some disagreement on alleviation of tar path problems. A Certificate of Occupancy has been received for the building. Power is being run to our shed and existing light. A sample bench for the warming house area will be ordered.ReportsPrincipals’ Reports:Elementary: Principal Brian Harker reported that the PIE Group attendance has been high this year. They want to partner with the District with technology needs. He reported that elementary conferences were held last week with high attendance. Next Wednesday will be an early release and the elementary will bring in a speaker to address student mental health issues.High School: Principal Greg Hexum reported that the high school has broken the record with getting students to complete college applications. The career center and high school counselor are working with students and parents to find scholarships for students. Board Committee Reports:Rick Liljegren – attended an EEF meeting, and reported that the Annual Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser had a good turnout, and Curriculum Advisory Committee meeting.Julian Bertogliat – Curriculum Advisory Committee meeting and construction meeting.Scott Powers – Esko Business Development committee meeting and Northern Lights Special Education Cooperative meeting.Superintendent’s Report:Supt. Fischer reported that the Truth in Taxation meeting will be held at 6:01 p.m. on December 10, 2013 in the Board Conference Room.

Congratulations & Commendations• Kailee Kiminski – State Cross Country Meeting.• The Esko Jazz Band and Madrigals for their performance at the EEF

Spaghetti Dinner.• Bill Pera for all of his excellent work with building project.

Open ForumA parent spoke regarding looking at the future of the music program.AdjournmentThere being no further business, moved by Jeff Salo, second by Rick Liljegren to adjourn at 8:32 p.m. Motioned carried by unanimous vote.

The Esko Board of Education, Independent School District No. 99, Esko, Minnesota, held their regular Board meeting on Tuesday, December 10, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. in the Media Center.Members present: Julian Bertogliat, Rick Liljegren, Lynn McComber, Scott Powers, Margaret Sunnarborg. Absent: Jeff Salo. Scott Powers appointed Clerk Pro Tem.Call the Meeting to OrderChairperson Julian Bertogliat called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.Approval of AgendaMoved by Rick Liljegren, second by Scott Powers to approve the agenda.

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Johnson Ashlie 10Johnson Charles 12Johnson Freja 07Johnson Kurt 09Johnson Nathanial 11Johnson Shawna 12Kaldahl Bailey 11Kangas Hailey 11Kangas Sean 08Karkkainen Kadee 12Karkkainen Kaleb 07Karkkainen Kenzie 10Katt Kailee 12Kiminski Kailee 11Klejeski Jorden 11Koski Erika 08Krause Logan 12Kulas DeAhna 12LaBorde Daniel 10Lahti Trevor 08Lanthier Curtis 07LeGarde Nicholas 10Liimatainen Alexis 08Liimatainen Logan 11Linder Ethan 10Lindstrom Jacob 12Lindstrom Tyler 12Litsey Baylor 07Litsey Cole 10Liupakka Joshua 11Lyden Matthew 10Maki Kaleigh 07Mattinen Elijah 11Mattson Tyler 12McColley Terryn 07McComb Lydia 07McComber Madalyn 10McCoy Taylor 12Menor Wesley 08Meyer Taylor 12Meysembourg Eric 09Miller Kaitlyn 12Mills Ian 09Mills Logan 08Moder Jason 12Moder Nathan 10Mudek Bailey 11Nelson Ryan 08Newman Benjamin 08Ninneman Kailee 12Olson Aaron 11Olson Jessica 08Olson Riggs 08Olson Tyler 07

Omberg William 11Osterling Cameron 08Pantsar Bailey 10Pantsar Derek 11Parendo Madison 08Pass Daniel 08Pass Madeline 10Paulson Mitchell 12Pera Morgan 12Perry Annalise 12Petersen Cory 12Peterson Sara 11Peterson Tyler 08Pollema Ashley 08Potswald Paige 11Pratt Maggie 11Prusi Chase 08Pyrlik Jacob 08Rice Gabriel 11Ridenour Darian 12Risberg Nickolas 11Rish Eric 08Robinson Megan 09Rossetti Michaela 12Ruhl Katherine 11Rust Michaela 11Rydberg Lauren 07Salinas Isaiah 12Saphner Emily 12Saralampi Abbey 12Sayovitz Braeden 11Schillo Caleb 10Schmitz William 07Severson Anthony 08Severson Sarah 11Shingledecker Seth 10Sinnott Samuel 12Sinnott-James Declan 09Siptroth Jake 12Smalley Alexis 10Smalley Kaylee 12Smith Ciara 12Smith Stephanie 10Sonneman Haley 09Sordelet Gavin 07Spehar Suntina 10Stark Hannah 08Stauffenecker Karen 10Stocke Makenna 11Stracek James 07Stracek Jonathan 07Sullivan Michael 10Swartwoudt Lexie 09Tchida Megan 09Tenpas Sidney 09Thibert Brittany 12Thiede Colton 11

Tranah Cullen 07Tranah Paige 12Trapp Molly 11Tucker Julianna 10Turner Eve 07Turner Jaxson 10Vang Brandon 12VanWave Jennifer 08Verhoeven Alina 10Vinje Madison 10Vinje Mason 07

Walther Hannah 12Watsick Quinton 08Weber Katlyn 11Weeks Justin 12White Cole 08White Connor 07Wilson Emilee 08Wirtz Fauston 11Wisniewski Holly 11Zezulka Ashley 09

It’s a Great day to be an ESKOMO!


Motion carried by unanimous vote.Approval of Consent Agenda ItemsMoved by Scott Powers, second by Rick Liljegren to approve the Consent Agenda items as follows:

• Approve the minutes of the November 19, 2013 regular school board meeting.

• Approve the checks as follows (pending Treasurer’s review):Date Check #s Amount10/31/13 76155-76199 $59,387.8111/4/13 76200 $119.3511/12/13 76201-76272 $104,032.4811/13/13 Void 75659 ($250.00)11/13/13 Void 56153 ($100.00)11/14/13 76273-76277 $183,077.3711/27/13 76278-76350 $118,956.1612/5/13 75351-76352 $1,843.2212/9/13 76353-76399 $64,458.7112/10/13 76400 $1,648.50

• Approve Fundraiser Request from ECFE Advisory Board – donations at family events.

• Approve request for Lane Change from Katrina Foxx from BA15 to BA30 effective Semester II 2013.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.Presentation: EHS Band TripRich Mowers was present to provide information about the itinerary for the proposed 2016 band trip to New York.Approval of 2013 Payable 2014 Final Levy CertificationMoved by Scott Powers, second by Margaret Sunnarborg to approve the 2013 payable 2014 final levy certification in the amount of $1,706,040.16 as presented (copy on file in the office of the superintendent). Motion carried by unanimous vote.Approve Request for Family Medical Leave from Jill HardenMoved by Rick Liljegren, second by Lynn McComber to approve a request from Jill Harden for family medical leave. Motion carried by unanimous vote.Approval the Hire of Deb Holte – Cool Kids Program AssistantMoved by Lynn McComber, second by Margaret Sunnarborg to approve the hire of Deb Holte as Cool Kids Program Assistant for the remainder of 2013/14 school year for 2 hours per week. Motion carried by unanimous vote.Approve the Hire of Tina Swartwoudt – ECFE Program Assistant/Sibling CareMoved by Scott Powers, second by Lynn McComber to approve the hire of Tina Swartwoudt as ECFE Program Assistant/Sibling Care for the remainder of the 2013/14 school year for 2 hours per week. Motion carried by unanimous vote.Second Reading/Approval of Policy UpdatesSecond readings were heard of the following policies:

• 601 School District Curriculum and Instruction Goals.• 602 Organization of School Calendar and School Day.• 603 Curriculum Development.• 604 Instructional Curriculum.• 610 Field Trips.• 614 School District Testing Plan and Procedure.• 616 School District System Accountability.• 618 Assessment of Student Achievement.• 709 Student Transportation Safety Policy.• 710 Extra Curricular Transportation.

Moved by Rick Liljegren, second by Margaret Sunnarborg to approve the updated policies as presented. Motion carried by unanimous vote.ReportsPrincipals’ Reports: Principal Hexum reported that the elementary concert will be held on Monday, December 16, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. Due to a conflict with the TIES conference, Mr. Harker will not be at the concert. He also reported that the principals are working on a steering committee with members from both the elementary and high school for upcoming technology needs, staff development for this, etc. The Spirit of Giving is in full swing again this year. The high school has begun prep work for the district’s mission and vision project.Board Committee Reports:Rick Liljegren – Esko Educational Foundation meeting was cancelled.Julian Bertogliat – The walk through for the building project was cancelled.Superintendent’s Report:Supt. Fischer reported on the following:

• He attended a workshop sponsored by the NE Service Cooperative and their attorney regarding the Affordable Care Act (ACA).

• There may possibly be the need to make changes to contracts/working agreements relating to the health insurance offerings due to the ACA.

From Our School Board• Supt. Fischer will be attending a training on the World’s Greatest

Work Force.• The final building walk through will be held on December 12,

2013.• The District Technology Committee will be meeting soon.• Supt. Fischer and District Tech Coordinator Angie Orvedahl

will be meeting with a consortium that is working with OLL curriculum.

• Staff vision and mission work session is scheduled for January 17, 2014. January 22 and 23, 2014 will be the Board and community work session for this vision and mission project.

Open ForumA parent was present at the meeting to speak about some concerns regarding lack of information concerning the loss of the .52 music position and the possibility of filling this position.AdjournmentThere being no further business, moved by Rick Liljegren, second by Scott Powers to adjourn at 7:52 p.m. Motioned carried by unanimous vote.Scott Powers, Clerk Pro Tem


Around TownMINUTESTOWN BOARD MEETINGDECEMBER 5, 2013Present: Terry Hill, Ruth Janke, Bill Gerard, David Sunnarborg, TonyCompo, Rhonda Peleski, David Pritchett Chairperson Hill called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Board Room at the Town Hall. Janke made a motion to approve the minutes of the previous meeting. Second by Sunnarborg. Motion carried. Compo made a motion to approve the vouchers in the amount of $ 94,966.97 (Check #’s 38937 – 38974) to pay payroll and due bills and electronic payments in the amount of $ 5,521.17. Second by Gerard. Motion carried. A motion was made by Sunnarborg with a second by Compo to approve the agreement with Wipfli, LLP for the completion of the 2013 financial audit. Motion carried. A motion was made by Janke with a second by Gerard to approve the Dissemination Agent Agreement with Northland Securities. Motion carried. Discussion was held on a snow plowing policy. Peleski presented a draft for review. Sunnarborg will work on this further with the Road Foreman. The budget for 2014 is not yet complete. Peleski will let the Board members know when the draft is available for review. Discussion was held on the recycling shed. The Town is required to provide staffing for the County owned shed. The current building maintenance employee will be willing to man the shed during the weekdays. An alternate will be found to work the Saturday shift. Discussion was held on the lack of heat in the police department office. One estimate has been received for installing a wall unit to heat that area. Compo will arrange for a second estimate. Sunnarborg reported on work being done by the road crew. Discussion was held on ditching done in the area of Beth Anne Drive and Hannah Court. Janke reported on Community Education activities. A meeting has been scheduled with Midway Township to continue discussion on providing fire protection for them. A motion to adjourn was made at 7:15 p.m. by Gerard with a second by Janke. Motion carried.

JANUARY 9, 2014Present: Terry Hill, David Sunnarborg, Tony Compo, Ruth Janke, Bill Gerard, Rhonda Peleski, David Pritchett Chairperson Hill called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Board Room at the Town Hall. Nominations were requested for the position of Board Chairperson. Gerard nominated Hill for the position. Second by Compo. There being no further nominations, Hill was elected unanimously as Chairperson. Sunnarborg nominated Janke as Board Vice-chairperson. Second by Gerard. There being no further nominations, Janke was elected unanimously as Vice-chairperson.The list of Board appointments was reviewed. After discussion, a motion was made by Gerard with a second by Janke to approve the following list of office and committee appointments:Clerk/Treasurer Rhonda PeleskiDeputy Clerk/Treasurer Leah PykkonenAssistant Weed Inspector Jeff JuntunenLegal Counsel Rudy, Gassert, Yetka and Pritchett, and Helwig PAEngineer MSA Professional ServicesOfficial Newspaper Cloquet Pine JournalInsurance Agent Arrowhead Insurance Agency – Don WallerDepositories Republic Bank Wells Fargo North Shore Bank of CommerceHealth Officer Carlton County Health OfficerRoad Foreman David BlackZoning Officer Rhonda PeleskiSchool Board Ruth JankeCommunity Education Ruth Janke Joint Sports & Recreation Tony Compo Parks and Trees Bill Gerard Town Hall David SunnarborgPublic Safety

Police/Animal Control Terry HillPolice Chief Tom Foldesi, Jr.Fire Tony CompoFire Chief Jeff JuntunenRoad and Bridge David SunnarborgSewer and Water David SunnarborgPlanning and Zoning Ruth JankeEconomic Development Terry HillEnvironmental and Recycling Bill GerardPersonnel Committee Rhonda Peleski David Sunnarborg Ruth JankeDepartment Head as neededLegal Counsel as neededBank Statement Reviewer Tony CompoAdministrative Terry HillCounty Board Bill GerardMotion carried.Janke made a motion to accept the minutes of the previous meeting with a correction. Second by Gerard. Motion carried. Compo made a motion to approve the final vouchers for 2013 in the amount of $ 7,159.63 (Check #’s 39047 - 39053) to pay payroll and electronic payments in the amount of $ 5,325.76. Second by Gerard. Motion carried. Gerard made a motion to approve the current vouchers in the amount of $ 77,785.09, (Check #’s 39024 – 39046, 39054 - 39084) to pay payroll and due bills and electronic payments in the amount of $ 20,788.04. Second by Janke. Motion carried. Don Waller was present to discuss the annual insurance coverage changes and pricing for the Township insurance through the League of Minnesota Cities. A motion was made by Janke with a second by Compo to donate $ 100 to the 2014 All Night Graduation Party. Motion carried. A letter was received from a Korby Road resident regarding his fence being damaged by the snowplow. Sunnarborg will contact the property owner to discuss the situation. Sunnarborg reported on problems with the sewer lift station by the Midway River. A three-phase monitor was previously installed wrong and had to be repaired.

A meeting is being scheduled with an area business owner regarding his interest in purchasing or leasing lots in the business park. Hill, Janke and Peleski will represent the Town. Gerard reported on two possible funding sources for extending the walking path along West Highway 61. Pritchett will research the grants to determine whether the Town can decline if its determined the cost is too high. This will be discussed further at the next meeting. A budget meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 24 at 6:00 p.m. A motion to adjourn was made at 7:35 p.m. by Janke with a second by Sunnarborg. Motion carried.

JANUARY 23, 2014Present: Terry Hill, Tony Compo, Bill Gerard, Rhonda Peleski, David Pritchett Absent: Ruth Janke, David Sunnarborg Chairperson Hill called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Board Room at the Town Hall. Gerard made a motion to approve the current vouchers in the amount of $ 165,335.27, (Check #’s 39085 – 39117) to pay payroll and due bills and electronic payments in the amount of $ 12.672.00. Second by Compo. Motion carried. Gerard along with Ellen Pillsbury from ARDC reported on the status of the Safe Routes to Schools grant which would allow the Town to extend the walking trail along West Highway 61 from Maple Drive to Korby Road. Discussion was held on whether the Board would like to continue with the full application. There’s a possibility of applying for a DNR grant to cover the costs of engineering.. A motion was made by Gerard with a second by Compo to approve Resolution # 14-01 in support of the Safe Routes to Schools grant application. Motion carried. Gerard reported on the Cloquet Area Trail meeting he recently attended. Compo reported that a Joint Recreation Council meeting will be held on Jan. 30. A motion to adjourn was made at 7:20 p.m. by Compo with a second by Gerard. Motion carried.Respectfully submitted, Rhonda Peleski, Clerk/Treasurer Terry Hill, ChairpersonTown of Thomson

RECYCLING SHED HOURSThe recycling center is located at the Town Hall at 25 E. Harney Road. The hours of operation are:November 1 thru March 31: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 3:00 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.April 1 thru October 31: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Please do not leave items at the facility when it is unattended.

DOG AND CAT LICENSES ARE REQUIREDAll dogs and cats within Thomson Township must be licensed. Licenses can be obtained at the Thomson Town Hall, 25 E. Harney Road, Esko or Friends of Animals, 1418 Highway 33 South, Cloquet.Fees are: $ 5.50 for a spayed or neutered animal $ 10.50 for an animal not spayed or neutered.These licenses are good for 2 years. Please call the Town Office at 879-9719 if you have any questions.

The Town does have a leash - running at large ordinance. All animals must be under their owner’s control at all times and not on neighboring properties.

Animal control is provided by Friends of Animals in Cloquet. They can be reached at 879-1655.

CURFEW FOR MINORSJust a reminder that there is a curfew ordinance for minors in Thomson Township.

“Curfew hours” are 11:00 p.m. on Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, and 12:00 midnight on Fridays and Saturdays, until 6:00 a.m. the following day.A minor for the purpose of this ordinance means any person under 18 years of age.You can view a copy of the entire ordinance on our website or at the Town Office.

TOWN BOARD MEETINGSThe Town of Thomson Board of Supervisors holds their regular meetings on the first and third Thursdays of each month at 6:30 p.m. The meetings are held in the Town Board Room at the Town Hall, 25 E. Harney Road.thomson.govoffice.comCheck out the Town’s website. You’ll find it at thomson.govoffice.com

TOWN HALL RENTALSRemember: The Town Hall is available for private rentals. Contact the Town Office at 879-9719 for details.

THOMSON TOWN OFFICEThe Thomson Town Office is located at 25 E. Harney Road. The regular office hours are Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

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School Lunch Menu


March 2014 View student’s meal accounts on Parent Portal www.esko.k12.mn.us

School Lunch/Breakfast Prices:

Lunch:Grades 1-6 $2.00Grade 7-12 $2.10Adults $3.25Reduced Lunch $.40Milk $.30

Breakfast:Grades K-12 $1.00Adult $1.55Reduced Breakfast $.00Milk $.30

Please send check in an envelope labeled with exactly what is being purchased. Lactose reduced milk will be provided to a student upon written request from a parent/guardian.

Breakfast is served from 7:50 - 8:10 amNo Charging Meals

Alternate menu for grades 7-12 only. Subject to change.Daily ala carte options available for grades 9-12.

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 3 Chicken Nuggets, Twister Fries, Whole Kernal Corn, Dinner Roll, Fresh Fruit, Milk. Alt: Soup/Sandwich

4 Chicken Noodle Soup, Bologna Sandwich, Goldfish Crackers, Fresh Veggies/Dip, Apple, Milk. Alt: Salad Bar

5 Mozzarella Bosco Sticks, Romaine Lettuce Salad, Steamed Carrots, Fruit Sauce, Treat, Milk. NO ALT. EARLY DISMISS

6 "Lunch Brunch" Waffle Sticks, Sausage Links, Tri Tater, Hard Boiled Egg, Baby Carrots, Applesauce, Milk. Alt: Chicken Fajita

7 Fish Fillet or Turkey Sub, Cheese Slice, Lettuce/Tomato, Pickle Spear, Cole Slaw, Fresh Fruit, Milk. Alt: Shrimp Poppers

10 Mini Corn Dogs, Crinkle Cut Sweet Potato Fries, Baked Beans, Bread/SB & J, Fresh Fruit, Milk. Alt: Soup/Sandwich

11 Sloppy Joe/Bun, Cheese Slice, Golden Corn, Baby Carrots/Dip, Fruit Sauce, Milk. Alt: Salad Bar

12 Breaded Pork Chop, Cheesy Hashbrowns, Mixed Veggies, Cinnamon Roll, Peaches, Milk. Alt: "Lunch Brunch" French Toast Sticks

13 Hamburger/Bun, Cheese Slice, Lettuce/Tomato, Steamed Brocolli, Fresh Veggies/Dip, Apple, Milk. Alt: Pizza Sticks

14 Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza, Romaine Lettuce Salad, Green Beans, Fresh Veggie Cup, Fresh Fruit, Milk. Alt: Lasagna Roll-ups

17 Chicken Drummies, Tater Tots, Peas & Carrots, Dinner Roll, Fresh Fruit, Milk. Alt: Soup/Sandwich

18 Hot Dog/Bun, Potato Salad, Baked Beans, Chips, Veggie Cup, Fruit Sauce, Milk. Alt: Salad Bar

19 Spaghetti in Meat Sauce, Bread Stick, Corn, Veggies/Dip, Frozen Fruit Bar, Milk. Alt: Bosco Sticks

20 Ham & Cheese/Bun, Potato Smiles, California Veggie Mix, Fruited Jello, Milk. Alt: Sweet & Sour Chicken with Egg Rolls

21 French Bread Pizza, Spring Salad Mix, Fresh Veggies, Fresh Fruit, Milk. Alt: Turkey/Bacon Wrap

24 NO SCHOOL SPRING BREAK





31 Chicken Nuggets, Twister Fries, Peas & Carrots, Dinner Roll, Fresh Fruit, Milk. Alt: Soup/Sandwich

Town of Thomson would like to pass on a reminder to all residents.The ordinance which regulates the parking of vehicles within the Town of Thomson states in Section 4 that “During the period from November 1 of each year to March 31 of the following year, no person, firm, or corporation shall park any motor vehicle on the roads, streets, alleys, boulevards, sidewalks, or public grounds within the corporate limits of the Township between the hours of four o’clock a.m. and seven o’clock a.m. It shall be the duty of the Police Department to cause any motor vehicle that is so parked between 4 o’clock a.m. and seven o’clock a.m. to be removed and impounded, and the motor vehicle shall not be released until the fees for towing and storage of the vehicle are paid.”

If you have any questions, please contact the Town Office at 879-9719. We appreciate your cooperation.

SNOW PLOWING REMINDERThe Town of Thomson reminds all snow removal operators/property owners that it is unlawful to deposit snow on or next to a public highway or street.

Minnesota law prohibits the plowing, blowing, shoveling or otherwise placing of snow onto public roadways. This includes the ditch and right-of-way area along the roadside.

This would include pushing the snow from your driveway across the street onto the right-of-way of a vacant lot. The snow from your driveway needs to remain on your property.

According to state law, violations are considered misdemeanors, but civil penalties also apply if the placement of snow creates a hazard such as a slippery area, frozen rut or bump that contributes to a motor vehicle or pedestrian crash. The civil liability can extend to both the property owner and the person who placed the snow.

Other hazards created by improper placement of snow on or near a public roadway include drainage problems, drifting, sight obstruction and safe accessibility. Special attention should be made to keep crosswalks, intersections, entrances and exits clean and unobstructed.

We appreciate your cooperation in this manner.

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