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Tryouts are on March 21st and March 23rd - all 7-12th graders who identify as boys welcome!
Interested? Fill out this interest form.
9 to 5 Performances Start This Week
9 to 5 The Musical, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s, this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking, and even a little romantic.
Recommended for ages 13 and up. This performance contains adult themes.
As compliant with GRS guidelines, masks are required for audience members. Audience members should be vaccinated or have a negative test result within 72 hours of the performance.
Our actors will be performing unmasked and will be tested daily for COVID-19. The show’s crew will remain masked and the audience will be more than 6 feet from the stage.
Upcoming Calendar Changes
The following are changes to the public school calendar:
March 16th will be a full school day for all grades (previously a half-day for all grades).
April 22nd will stay a no school day for Elementary (grades 1-6), but Adolescent students in grades 7-12 will have school (previously no school for all grades 1-12).
These changes are to accommodate last month’s snow day. Our kitchen staff has added options to order lunch for those days.
Faculty Fundraiser for Ukraine
From Ivanna Pavliuk, EL Coordinator and UA Educational Assistant:
Today (3/4) is the 9th day of war in Ukraine. My family is safe! I'm trying to do anything I can to support my country. I'm an enthusiastic baker and will be selling blue and yellow macarons to raise money to support Ukraine.
I’m offering half a dozen macarons with lemon buttercream for $14, or 20 macarons for $40. All the proceeds will go to the support of the Ukrainian army and Humanitarian Assistance to Ukrainians affected by Russia's Aggression through the National Bank of Ukraine. To order, email ipavliuk@greatriverschool.org. I accept Cash, Venmo (@Ivanna-Pavliuk), or PayPal (ivanna7pav@gmail.com). If using Venmo or Paypal, add Ukrainian flag/colors in the notes for payment.
If you live in the Twin Cities Area, I can deliver those to you, or you can pick those up at school. Let me know if you want to learn more about how to support Ukraine. Stand with Ukraine.
PEG Winter Social This Sunday March 6th
Sunday, March 6th, 1-3 pm
1151 Wynne Ave, St Paul, MN 55103
RSVP to attend HERE - fire keepers and cocoa slinging volunteers welcome.
Bring your own sled, marshies, chocolate, & grahams, plus a roasting stick! Feel free to coordinate in your own small groups to share.
Volunteers to bring solo stoves, firewood welcome.
We will supply the hot cocoa and fixings and the fun! Bring your own mug to help us reduce waste please.
Seeking Junior Parent Volunteers for Organizing Graduation
We are still in need of several more junior parent volunteers to help organize graduation this year!
In the GRS community, it’s a tradition for the 11th year families to plan graduation for the senior class. In turn, that means next year, when your students graduate, you can rest assured knowing everything is being taken care of by the junior class families.
We are seeking 2-4 junior parent volunteers to act as event coordinators for graduation on June 10th, 2022. This involves managing event details, ordering graduation materials, and day-of logistics.
Interested? Email graduation@greatriverschool.org.
9 to 5 - Student Update
What’s going on with 9-5?!?
The upcoming GRS musical is a powerful story of resilience and perseverance with quite a bit of rebelliousness. Within the GRS theater, we are bringing all of these aspects together in our production of 9-5, based on Dolly Parton’s hit. This is a musical that follows three women in the male-dominated offices of the 1970s. From costumes that create lovable (and hate-able) characters to the actors’ portrayals of these personalities and the work being done by lights, sounds, and props to bring this production to life, the performance will be one to remember.
9-5 will be on March 11th, 12th, 17th, 18th, and 19th. We are excited to share this with the community and look forward to seeing you there!
Recommended for ages 13 and up. This performance contains adult themes.
As compliant with GRS guidelines, masks are required for both audience and performers. Audience members should be vaccinated or have a negative test result within 72 hours of the performance.
Lunch Orders Open for March and April
The kitchen has released a new menu for March & April! We’re excited to be highlighting another Heron To Go favorite - Coconut Cauliflower Sweet Potato Curry.
Please remember to pre-order lunches for your child for these months! Haven’t ordered using our lunch portal before? Find tutorials and helpful links on our Nutrition website.
Change to School Board Meeting Start Time
Going forward, GRS Board meetings will now begin at 7pm on the fourth Tuesday of each month - updated from 4:30pm.
All are welcome at Great River Board Meetings! The meeting link for remote attendance may be found on the meeting agenda document in this Google drive link.
To ask any questions, email executive@greatriverschool.org.
Bike to School Planning Meeting Tonight
It’s time to start planning BIKE TO SCHOOL DAY at Great River. Can you help?
Meet up with other parents TONIGHT, Wednesday, March 2nd, 7pm at BlackStack Brewing to help plan!
Donation Call for Testing Mints
MCA testing season is upon us and to improve concentration (and as a treat), students get a mint as they begin their test. Please drop off donations at the front office!
Ultimate Frisbee Family Info Meeting TONIGHT
Interested in playing ultimate frisbee in Spring 2022? We have teams for players in grades 5-12. Join our virtual kickoff/information meeting to get information on registration, schedules for practices and games, and more! We recommend players and families join to learn details. The meeting will be recorded and posted on the Stars website the week of the meeting if you are unable to attend.
Questions? Reach out to ultimate@greatriverschool.org.
What: Ultimate frisbee family and player kickoff/information meeting
When: Tuesday, March 1st, 2022 - 6:30pm for middle school (5th-8th grades) and 8pm for high school (9th-12th grade)
Where: Please click the link below to join the webinar:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86121783907?pwd=ckhZYkxXOW42VzhjRnRwNGdwYnVWZz09
Passcode: 980619
Or One tap mobile :
US: +19292056099,,86121783907# or +13017158592,,86121783907#
Or Telephone:
Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):
US: +1 929 205 6099 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 312 626 6799 or +1 669 900 6833 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 346 248 7799
Webinar ID: 861 2178 3907
International numbers available: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdRsXIp0Nx
BIPOC Caregiver Committee Meeting on Thursday
The BIPOC Caregiver Committee is a group of caregivers who meet the first Thursday of each month to talk about ways that the school can be more inclusive for BIPOC students while also focusing on encouraging everyone in the school to explore their identity. All caregivers of BIPOC students are welcome.
Our next meeting is this Thursday, March 3rd at 7:00pm. Want to join the BIPOC Caregiver Committee? Email Anu (adean@greatriverschool.org) or Cassie (curbano@greatriverschool.org) to get connected!
No Drop Off or Pick Up in Neighboring Lots
We want to remind caregivers and students that pick-up and drop-off should happen only on the south side of the school. Caregivers should never pick up or drop off students in the business’ parking lots on either side of Great River.
Looking to avoid the long pickup line? Remember that caregivers can pick up or drop off on the other side of Pierce Butler and have students utilize the pedestrian bridge to walk a short distance to school.
Thank you for helping us to be respectful neighbors!
PEG Winter Social Next Sunday March 6th
Sunday, March 6th, 1-3 pm
1151 Wynne Ave, St Paul, MN 55103
RSVP to attend HERE - fire keepers and cocoa slinging volunteers welcome.
Bring your own sled, marshies, chocolate, & grahams, plus a roasting stick! Feel free to coordinate in your own small groups to share.
Volunteers to bring solo stoves, firewood welcome.
We will supply the hot cocoa and fixings and the fun! Bring your own mug to help us reduce waste please.
Ultimate Frisbee Family Info Meeting
Interested in playing ultimate frisbee in Spring 2022? We have teams for players in grades 5-12. Join our virtual kickoff/information meeting to get information on registration, schedules for practices and games, and more! We recommend players and families join to learn details. The meeting will be recorded and posted on the Stars website the week of the meeting if you are unable to attend.
Questions? Reach out to ultimate@greatriverschool.org.
What: Ultimate frisbee family and player kickoff/information meeting
When: Tuesday, March 1st, 2022 - 6:30pm for middle school (5th-8th grades) and 8pm for high school (9th-12th grade)
Where: Please click the link below to join the webinar:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86121783907?pwd=ckhZYkxXOW42VzhjRnRwNGdwYnVWZz09
Passcode: 980619
Or One tap mobile :
US: +19292056099,,86121783907# or +13017158592,,86121783907#
Or Telephone:
Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):
US: +1 929 205 6099 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 312 626 6799 or +1 669 900 6833 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 346 248 7799
Webinar ID: 861 2178 3907
International numbers available: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdRsXIp0Nx
Bike to School Planning March 2nd
It’s time to start planning BIKE TO SCHOOL DAY at Great River. Can you help?
Meet up with other parents on Wednesday, March 2nd, 7pm at BlackStack Brewing to help plan!
9 to 5 Tickets Available
9 to 5 The Musical, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s, this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking, and even a little romantic.
Recommended for ages 13 and up. This performance contains adult themes.
As compliant with GRS guidelines, masks are required for both audience and performers. Audience members should be vaccinated or have a negative test result within 72 hours of the performance.
Budget and Equity Working Session Next Thursday
Budget/Equity Working Session with David Nunez, Head of School
Join this working session in order to complete an ORID reflection on the equity and transparency survey data, and use that to generate possible next steps for the 2022-23 budget and budget processes at GRS.
Date: Thursday March 3rd- Hosted By David
Time: 4:00 PM- 5:15 PM
Location: Zoom Working Meeting at this Zoom link.
Lunch Orders Open for March and April
The kitchen has released a new menu for March & April! We’re excited to be highlighting another Heron To Go favorite - Coconut Cauliflower Sweet Potato Curry.
Please remember to pre-order lunches for your child for these months! Haven’t ordered using our lunch portal before? Find tutorials and helpful links on our Nutrition website.