Upper Adolescent

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Student Health Coordinator, Katie Engelking to leave Great River School

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So long, Farewell, Auf wiedersehen, Katie!
Some of you may know that our awesome Health Coordinator, Katie Engelking will be leaving GRS to pursue a new career!  Katie recently graduated from Stout with a degree in Human Development and Family Studies and will be working in her field. Stop by the health office anytime and pass along your well wishes to Katie or if you would like to write a note  of gratitude, you can turn it in to Jennifer at the front desk!  Katie's last day will be November 6th! Congrats Katie

 
 

If you or someone you know would be interested in joining the Health Office at GRS, check out the Student Health Coordinator position details on the GRS Employment page and apply today! https://www.greatriverschool.org/employment

The Student Health Coordinator is responsible for serving as a liaison between the Licensed School Nurse (LSN; School Nurse consultant), student health and wellness faculty/staff members, and parents/guardians relating to health care issues and maintaining related health records. Student Health Coordinator also assists students with routine health care protocols.

SAVE THE DATE: Snow Formal for Upper Adolescent, November 15th!

On November 15th, Great River School will be holding the First Snow Formal dance!
Admission is $7 and the theme is winter gothic.

IMPORTANT:  In order to attend the formal, students will need to fill out the drug and alcohol form. If students want to bring outside guests they will need to get a form from Aidan Clements.

VOLUNTEER HELP!  This dance is being planned by students and is not possible without the help of our caregivers and community members! We need your help! Parents and caregivers can use the sign-up genius below to volunteer.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0D49A4A62BABF94-52379404-2025

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REMINDER: SEAC (Special Education Advisory Council) TONIGHT, Mon., October 28th; 6pm

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Greetings Families,

There will be a SEAC (Special Education Advisory Council) meeting, TONIGHT, Monday, October 28th at 6pm.  All parents / guardians of students currently receiving special education services are invited to attend. 

For the meeting tonight, we will have a 'Key Experience debrief' to provide quality feedback to GRS.  If time permits, we can break into small groups and begin to develop an online resources page.

The meeting will be in person, or if you are unable to attend in person, you can join the conversation via Zoom at the following link: https://minnstate.zoom.us/j/98921953430 .  If you arrive late and can't get into the building on the day of the meeting, call or text Jeremy Sartain at 612-414-5224.

What is a SEAC?

A SEAC (pronounced “seek”) is an acronym for Special Education Advisory Council, which is a group that provides input on special education issues to its local school district. Its purpose is to advise and advocate, not to decide policy. Minnesota law requires each school district in the state to have a SEAC although it does not specify how the groups should be organized or what duties they should perform. As a result, each SEAC may have a unique mission and structure.

(Source www.pacer.org)

Why Might I Want to Participate on a SEAC?

Parents give many reasons for joining a SEAC, including these:

  • I may be able to help other families and children with disabilities in my school district.

  • I can share what I’ve learned since my child began his education.

  • I can support the school professionals in my district.

  • I will be a good role model for my child.

  • I feel good when I make a contribution to this community.

  • I will learn information and skills that may help me work more effectively with my school district.

  • I will meet others with similar goals, both parents and school professionals.

  • I may build positive relationships with others in my district.

  • I will become more knowledgeable about special education.

  • By sharing my unique perspective and insights as a parent, I may help the school district work more effectively with families and improve outcomes for children.

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School Pictures are HERE!!

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If you haven't received your student's gallery via email, please reach out to Slow Road Photo directly at 612-293-6327 or hello@slowroadphoto.com.

Retake Day is scheduled for November 12th. Any students or staff who were absent on Picture Day will automatically be included on our list. Students or staff who have a photo from Picture Day but would like to have a retake photo done can register HERE.

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REMINDER: SEAC (Special Education Advisory Council) Monday, October 28th; 6pm

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Greetings Families,

There will be a SEAC (Special Education Advisory Council) meeting on Monday, October 28th at 6pm.  All parents / guardians of students currently receiving special education services are invited to attend.  The meeting will be in person, or if you are unable to attend in person, you can join the conversation via Zoom at the following link: https://minnstate.zoom.us/j/98921953430 .  If you arrive late and can't get into the building on the day of the meeting, call or text Jeremy Sartain at 612-414-5224.

What is a SEAC?

A SEAC (pronounced “seek”) is an acronym for Special Education Advisory Council, which is a group that provides input on special education issues to its local school district. Its purpose is to advise and advocate, not to decide policy. Minnesota law requires each school district in the state to have a SEAC although it does not specify how the groups should be organized or what duties they should perform. As a result, each SEAC may have a unique mission and structure.

(Source www.pacer.org)

Why Might I Want to Participate on a SEAC?

Parents give many reasons for joining a SEAC, including these:

  • I may be able to help other families and children with disabilities in my school district.

  • I can share what I’ve learned since my child began his education.

  • I can support the school professionals in my district.

  • I will be a good role model for my child.

  • I feel good when I make a contribution to this community.

  • I will learn information and skills that may help me work more effectively with my school district.

  • I will meet others with similar goals, both parents and school professionals.

  • I may build positive relationships with others in my district.

  • I will become more knowledgeable about special education.

  • By sharing my unique perspective and insights as a parent, I may help the school district work more effectively with families and improve outcomes for children.

(Source www.pacer.org)

Some background information about Jeremy Sartain:
I am currently the Board Chair for Great River School.  One reason I joined the Board is to assure special education (staff, caregivers and students) had representation.  Jennie and I are organizing SEAC meetings this year (with help from Brad and Lindsey). 

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REMINDER: LOST AND FOUND! Last chance to claim your students' items

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Last Chance for Lost and Found Items! All items that remain in the lost and found after 4pm on Friday, October 25th will go to the Gear Swap at the annual Harvest Fest on Saturday, October 26th. Any items not claimed from the swap will be swept away and donated to charity.

Lost and Found locations are as follows:
Inside the foyer by the Cafe and inside the Elementary wing by the copy machine.

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LOST AND FOUND! Last chance to claim your students' items

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Last Chance for Lost and Found Items! All items that remain in the lost and found after 4pm on Friday, October 25th will go to the Gear Swap at the annual Harvest Fest on Saturday, October 26th. Any items not claimed from the swap will be swept away and donated to charity.

Lost and Found locations are as follows:
Inside the foyer by the Cafe and inside the Elementary wing by the copy machine.

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SAVE THE DATE! Harvest Fest on October 26th; 2 - 5pm at Great River!

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Welcome all Great River Families to Harvest Fest, Saturday October 26 from 2-5.

It's a great chance to give back to the Great River by purchasing crafts, salves and salts foraged and crafted by our own Lower Adolescent 7-9 year students. 

The Harvest Market will include: 

Organic, Gourmet Table Salt

Indulge in the gourmet flavors of our hand-picked herb salt, crafted with student foraged, organic botanicals for a culinary experience that's truly one-of-a-kind. 

Student dyed tea-towels

Delight in the beauty and eco-friendliness of our one-of-a-kind, naturally dyed tea towels, each a unique masterpiece.

Soothing Salves

Luxuriate in the soothing power of nature with our handcrafted salves, made with carefully foraged botanicals for a truly nourishing and therapeutic experience.

Photograph Cards

Students utilized the breathtaking scenery at the Farm, on the Odyssey and at the 10th year Itasca Key Experiences by creating beautiful photo cards for the community.

Additionally, there will be a Nordic Arts card section for sale as well. These are hand crafted by our 7/8th year Nordic Arts CAS.

Come for the market, stay for the community, enjoy each other and support all the work our Lower Adolescent students have done.

Also, stone soup, bounce house, apple cider, face painting, pick up Ultimate and football games, and music.

Come one, come all, see you there:)

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LOST AND FOUND! Last chance to claim your students' items

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Last Chance for Lost and Found Items! All items that remain in the lost and found after 4pm on Friday, October 25th will go to the Gear Swap at the annual Harvest Fest on Saturday, October 26th. Any items not claimed from the swap will be swept away and donated to charity.

Lost and Found locations are as follows:
Inside the foyer by the Cafe and inside the Elementary wing by the copy machine.

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SAVE THE DATE! Queens is coming to GRS, November 22 - 24, 2024.

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👑 Save the date! Come see QUEENS a play performed by grades 7-12 at GRS on November 22nd-24th 👑 Friday + Saturday night at 7PM, Sunday Matinee at 2PM Tickets are $10 for Students, $15 for Not Students

For more information visit: www.greatriverschool.org/shows

And stay up to date on GRS’ theatre Instagram page: grstheatre

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Save the Date! Join us for Harvest Fest! October 26th, 2 - 5pm

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Harvest Fest is an annual tradition celebrating the work of our Lower Adolescents and the joy of the harvest.  Come share soup, cider and singing with other GRS families.  Buy works created by Great River students on their Key Experiences and in CAS (Creative, Active, Service) workshops.  There will be games and music for all ages. 

Want to help?  Sign up to volunteer for this and many of GRS’s events at:

Harvest Fest Signup Genius

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Important October 2024 Dates

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"Life shall be lived well. The end of the summer is not the end of the world. Here's to October…" — A.A. Milne, "A Word for Autumn"

Get ready for October smiles, sweater weather, harvest festing, and candy consumption! Don’t forget to add these dates to your calendar for October!

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GRS is hiring! CAS Internship Consultant

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Hello GRS friends, We are currently without our all important GRS CAS Internship Consultant! It is only a few hours per week :) I have linked the job description here. If you know of anyone willing to do a few hours a week to help keep our GRS internship program afloat, please let me know. Thank you, all!

Lindsey Weaver, GRS IB Coordinator

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Join us for the SEAC (Special Education Advisory Council) Mon., Sept. 30th; 6pm

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The first meeting of the SEAC (Special Education Advisory Council) committee will occur on Monday, September 30th at 6pm.  Any caregivers or students associated with an IEP or 504 (established or pending) are encouraged to attend.. 

The first meeting is a meet and greet and to establish topics for the upcoming academic year. 

The meeting will be in the media lab at Great River School. If you are unable to attend in person, you can join via the following Zoom link:
https://minnstate.zoom.us/j/98921953430

If you arrive late and can't get into the building on the day of the meeting, call or text Jeremy Sartain at 612-414-5224.

What is a SEAC?

A SEAC (pronounced “seek”) is an acronym for Special Education Advisory Council, which is a group that provides input on special education issues to its local school district. Its purpose is to advise and advocate, not to decide policy. Minnesota law requires each school district in the state to have a SEAC although it does not specify how the groups should be organized or what duties they should perform. As a result, each SEAC may have a unique mission and structure.

(Source www.pacer.org)

Why Might I Want to Participate on a SEAC?

Parents give many reasons for joining a SEAC, including these:

  • I may be able to help other families and children with disabilities in my school district.

  • I can share what I’ve learned since my child began his education.

  • I can support the school professionals in my district.

  • I will be a good role model for my child.

  • I feel good when I make a contribution to this community.

  • I will learn information and skills that may help me work more effectively with my school district.

  • I will meet others with similar goals, both parents and school professionals.

  • I may build positive relationships with others in my district.

  • I will become more knowledgeable about special education.

  • By sharing my unique perspective and insights as a parent, I may help the school district work more effectively with families and improve outcomes for children.

(Source www.pacer.org)

Some background information about Jeremy Sartain:
One reason I am part of SEAC is to assure special education (staff, caregivers and students) have representation. My wife, Jennie and I are organizing SEAC meetings this year (with help from Brad and Lindsey). 

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Join the Robotics Team! 8th - 12th Grade Students!

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Apply to join the FTC Robotics team! Looking for 8th grade and older students curious about problem solving with robots. We will meet on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:30-6:30 until January. The team will participate in two all day competitions (or more if we make State!) Suggested fee is $200 but sliding scale is available if needed. Eager adults may also fill out the application to be a mentor, no experience required.

Check out this year's theme and find out more details about First Robotics at: https://www.firstinspires.org/robotics/ftc/game-and-season

There will be an info night Monday September 23rd at 4:30pm in room 163. Applications are due by Wednesday the 25th. Practices start on Monday the 30th.

Team Athena Application