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GRS is Hiring! Adolescent SpEd - Educational Assistant

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The position is to work collaboratively within the Special Education Department and greater GRS community to support student development. This is an opportunity to serve a community of students and families and to complement and support the mission of the school. Great River School is committed to Montessori and International Baccalaureate pedagogy and has an excellent reputation as a Public Montessori Charter School. The role of the Special Education Educational Assistant is to further our mission to provide a quality Montessori / IB education through inspiring learning environments and strong relationships based on respect for the gifts of each student.

Job Description: https://docs.google.com/document/d/18JPegVfoKhQAbtg5mkUSoL2GONhQF_2Jn7413DDHmhg/edit?usp=sharing

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Reminder: Blue Heron Bash Classroom Basket Donations Needed!

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The Blue Heron Bash is collecting donations for themed raffle baskets chosen by each class. Please donate if you are able before Spring Break. Conferences are a great time to drop off items including bottles of wine for the Wine Pull. You can also be the first to buy tickets at conferences! More information on the BHB here GRS Blue Heron Bash

Lower Elementary Classroom Basket Donations Needed

  • Minnehaha: Garden

  • Spring Brook: Local Black Owned Business

  • Zumbro: Hand Work

  • Minnesota: Game Night

  • Saint Croix: Sports

  • Rice Creek: Movie Night

Upper Elementary Classroom Basket Donations Needed

  • Little Elk: Love of Art

  • Shingobee: Self Care

  • Blue Earth: Rainbow

  • Otter Tail: Baking

  • Swan: Cooking

  • Crow Wing: Gratitude

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Please return Ice Packs to the GRS nurse's office

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Hello Everyone! Many students everyday come in to get an ice pack but unfortunately, they don’t always get returned. If you happen to see one of these blue ice/hot packs with your student, they belong to the health office. Our Health Office Coordinator says that a lot of them (the ones pictured below) have gone missing. “If you see them please send them back home to me in my health office! I am missing all sizes S/M/L.”

Thank you everyone!

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Ultimate Fundraiser at Davanni's

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Our three high school ultimate frisbee teams are hosting a fundraiser March 18th, 4-8pm at Davanni's on Cleveland & Grand in St. Paul to raise money to compete in tournaments this Spring. The Madison Mudbath is a large regional ultimate tournament held in Madison, WI each April. In 2024, our Stars went undefeated in windy, rainy conditions and took first place among all FMP (female matching players) teams! They are looking to return to defend their title and the boys/open team are aiming to participate as well this year. Come on out on March 18th between 4-8pm to the Davanni's on Cleveland & Grand in St Paul and mention you're with the fundraiser with your dine-in or takeout order. If you're unable to make it to the fundraiser, but want to support these athletes or learn more about GRS' ultimate program, visit our Stars website. 

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REMINDER: Spring Middle School Ultimate (5th-8th) Registration Now Open

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Calling all 5th-8th graders interested in playing Ultimate this spring, registration is now open!  GRS Stars will once again have 4-5 teams this spring but we need you to sign up!  For info about GRS ultimate and registration guidelines, please visit our Stars Website: Middle School Registration.  As explained on the website, in order to complete your registration, you’ll have to fill out the GRS Form and register with MN Ultimate.  We are getting new uniforms this year as well.  The GRS deadline is March 15 so we can decide how many teams we can have.   Also, we are in need of 1-2 more coaches, no experience necessary.  You would be an employee of MN Ultimate and they pay $700 for the season.  Please contact Brent Cummins (bcummins@greatriverschool.org) if you are interested in coaching or have any questions. 

See you on the field!

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New Menu for March 10 - 14, 2025...What's new?

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The new menu for March 10 - 14th has been posted on the Nutrition website. Check out the new items in the yellow box on the menu below.
When there are unexpected school closings, the menu items on the date that was missed will be served the next school day following the closure. We will follow with the regularly scheduled menu the following day or days of the same week. Ex. School is closed on a Tuesday, the Tuesday menu items will be served on Wednesday and the Thursday menu will be as regularly scheduled.

Blue Heron Bash: Classroom Basket Donations Needed!

The Blue Heron Bash is collecting donations for themed raffle baskets chosen by each class. Please donate if you are able before Spring Break. Conferences are a great time to drop off items including bottles of wine for the Wine Pull. You can also be the first to buy tickets at conferences! More information on the BHB here GRS Blue Heron Bash

Lower Elementary Classroom Basket Donations Needed

  • Minnehaha: Garden

  • Spring Brook: Local Black Owned Business

  • Zumbro: Hand Work

  • Minnesota: Game Night

  • Saint Croix: Sports

  • Rice Creek: Movie Night

Upper Elementary Classroom Basket Donations Needed

  • Little Elk: Love of Art

  • Shingobee: Self Care

  • Blue Earth: Rainbow

  • Otter Tail: Baking

  • Swan: Cooking

  • Crow Wing: Gratitude

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Spring Middle School Ultimate (5th-8th) Registration Now Open

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Calling all 5th-8th graders interested in playing Ultimate this spring, registration is now open! GRS Stars will once again have 4-5 teams this spring but we need you to sign up! For info about GRS ultimate and registration guidelines, please visit our Stars Website: Middle School Registration. As explained on the website, in order to complete your registration, you’ll have to fill out the GRS Form and register with MN Ultimate. We are getting new uniforms this year as well. The GRS deadline is March 15 so we can decide how many teams we can have. Also, we are in need of 1-2 more coaches, no experience necessary. You would be an employee of MN Ultimate and they pay $700 for the season. Please contact Brent Cummins (bcummins@greatriverschool.org) if you are interested in coaching or have any questions.

See you on the field!

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School Menu Updates, March 3 - 7, 2025

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The kitchen has released the new menu for next week, March 3 - 7. Things that have been changed or updated will be highlighted with a yellow box.

Curious about other things breakfast and lunch related? Find tutorials, helpful links and contacts on our Nutrition website.

REMINDER: Join us for Scholarship Info Night!

Dear Students and Families,

We are excited to invite you to Great River School's Virtual Scholarship Night on March 5th at 6:00 PM! This event is a wonderful opportunity to learn about available scholarships and the application process to help support your academic journey.

We encourage you to attend and gather valuable information to help you navigate the world of scholarships and financial aid. Our team will be on hand to answer questions and provide helpful insights.

Event Details:

Please mark your calendars, and be on the lookout for the Google Meet link closer to the event date. We hope to see you there

Best regards,
Kylie DeGrote
College and Career Counselor
Great River School

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TICKETS GOING QUICKLY! GRS Theater Production of Les Misérables!

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Tickets are going fast for the GRS Theater Production of Les Misérables.

Set against the backdrop of 19th century France, Les Misérables tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption – a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit. This epic and uplifting story has become one of the most celebrated musicals in theatrical history.

March 7th, 7:00 pm PRESALE SOLD OUT!

March 8th, 7:00 pm (Almost sold out!)

March 9th, 2:00 pm, Pay What You Want Matinee

March 14th, 7:00 pm

March 15th, 7:00 pm(Almost sold out!)

March 16th, 2:00 pm (Almost sold out!)

Links:

https://www.greatriverschool.org/shows

https://www.greatriverschool.org/lesmistix

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Art Department need: Glass Grinder and Soldering Iron

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Hello! I have two IB Visual Art students interested in working with stained glass. Wondering if there's anyone out there with a glass grinder and soldering iron they would be willing to lend or donate to our program for the month of March. Please send any questions or comments to Randi McClure at rmcclure@greatriverschool.org

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MCAs are coming! Donation Call for Testing Mints!

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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!

We are in need of individually wrapped Lifesaver Wintergreen Mints and Vegan Halal mints.

Thank you for your continued support our our students!

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REMINDER: Spring Boys Volleyball Registration!

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Spring Boys Volleyball 7-12th grade registration is open! Practices begin at Twin Cities Academy the week of March 17th. A practice bus from GRS to TCA is provided daily. Both beginners and advanced players are welcome. GRS teachers Lindsey Weaver (UA), Kalen Krown (LA), and Mary Sollitto (UE) can help answer questions.

Registration form here: https://twincitiesacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/24-25-Spring-Sports-Registration-COMBINED-Packet-v3.pdf

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Donation Call for Testing Mints

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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! We are in need of Lifesaver Wintergreen Mints and Vegan Halal mints.

Thank you for your continued support our our students!

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Spring Middle School Ultimate (5th-8th) Registration Now Open

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Calling all 5th-8th graders interested in playing Ultimate this spring, registration is now open! GRS Stars will once again have 4-5 teams this spring but we need you to sign up! For info about GRS ultimate and registration guidelines, please visit our Stars Website: Middle School Registration. As explained on the website, in order to complete your registration, you’ll have to fill out the GRS Form and register with MN Ultimate. We are getting new uniforms this year as well. The GRS deadline is March 15 so we can decide how many teams we can have. Also, we are in need of 1-2 more coaches, no experience necessary. You would be an employee of MN Ultimate and they pay $700 for the season. Please contact Brent Cummins (bcummins@greatriverschool.org) if you are interested in coaching or have any questions.

See you on the field!

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REMINDER: SEAC Meeting, TONIGHT, Monday, February 24th; 6pm

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There will be a SEAC (Special Education Advisory Council) meeting TONIGHT, Monday, February 24th at 6pm.  All parents / guardians of students currently receiving special education services are invited to attend.  The meeting will be in the media lab at Great River School. If you are unable to attend in person, please contact Jeremy Sartain at jsartain@greatriverschool.org or 612-414-5224 or if you prefer attend via Zoom. 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)

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Staff Conference Meals Volunteer Sign-up

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https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0D49A4A62BABF94-55209849-spring

Want to show our teachers a little appreciation for all they’ve done? We are continuing our tradition of staff food support during conferences. These two days provide an important opportunity for families and guides to check in about our children's experiences at GRS so far this year. To accomplish this, the teachers will be putting in long days, engaging in focused conversations with all of us. The food that families contribute not only keeps everyone nourished, but serves as an important show of support for all that the guides and staff do for our kids!If you prefer to donate funds you can via Venmo @GRSPEG or Paypal at https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/K4WXAQPN3FHNU

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Reminder: Transitions Open House, February 27th; 6 - 8pm

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Come learn about the Adolescent Program! Rising GRS 7th Graders (Current 6th graders) and Rising GRS 9th graders (current 8th graders) are invited to the Adolescent Transitions Open house on Thursday February 27th from 6-8pm (6-7 for Rising 7th, 7-8 for Rising 9th). During this event, you’ll learn about the academics and key experiences your student will be engaging with next year. You get to meet the guides and have a tour of the classrooms. Please RSVP here. RSVP is not required to attend, but it does help us to prepare better for the event. After the event, information from the event will be emailed out for families who cannot attend.

RSVP Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSerP_1IBAikHv_OCYDn24u46DwylLl7svDxAdqTcfluwEkM7A/viewform?usp=sharing