Message from the Principal Online learning will begin for our students on Monday, April 6 and as of yesterday, has been extended through April 30 with students returning to school on Tuesday, May 5. Please know that all our teaching staff will be available to support the on-boarding of this new online learning journey.
I truly miss seeing all your children as well as the joy and happiness they bring to our school. It's very quiet here and next week I will be working from home. I know these are challenging times and I hope all families continue to remain healthy and safe during these uncertain times.
Did You Know? Resources and Tips brainpop.com and nasponline.org both have excellent resources for how to talk to kids about Coronavirus.
Tips for supporting kids' well-being during this time
Gleason Lake Student Support Team Please reach out to us with any questions or ways we can support your family or child during this time. On regularly scheduled school days, we are checking and responding to emails and voicemails, and are here to help in any way we can.
Reminders Continue to Check for Updates on the District Website and Email You will receive another communication when eLearning is up and running. Please refer to the district website and email communication for all of the latest COVID-19 updates. If you have any questions, please contact your building principal. Thank you for your continued support during this transition.
Parent Input Forms A significant part of our planning for the 2020-2021 school year involves placing students into balanced learning groups. Parents wishing to provide input must complete the Parent Input Form. Please print a copy, fill it out, take a photo with your phone and email it directly to Mary.McKasy@wayzataschools.org by April 6.
Deadline extended to April 6 to Order Yearbooks Yearbooks will be for sale through April 6. The order ID code is 13582020.
PTO News PTO Facebook Page Please follow the Gleason Lake PTO Facebook Page to be alerted of upcoming events and immediate volunteer needs!
Volunteer Needs
Around the District Getting Ready for Distance Learning We know that you and your family are still adjusting to this new normal and it's been challenging for everyone in different ways. Please remember that we are here for you and we will do our very best to support you. Distance learning will take place on Seesaw (K-3) and Canvas (4-5) beginning April 6, after spring break. If you have technical questions:
What can I do to protect myself and others during Cold & Flu Season?
We've had so many great Ask Ali questions in our inbox – thanks to all who have submitted! Ali, along with her network of local experts, has been working hard to answer these questions. Responses are posted every Monday on her blog at partnersinpreventionmn.org/askali. Parents, you've got to check out the responses to these questions! There are some interesting ones that have been asked; chances are you might be wondering some of these things.
Community Ed After school youth class opportunities at Gleason Lake: Check out our youth summer camp preview! Financial assistance is available, find more information here or call 763-745-5200. Upcoming Events: Parenting with Vision: Do you feel overwhelmed by your child's big emotions or behaviors? Do you find yourself in disbelief when they seem to do the exact opposite of what you ask them to? Are you feeling tired of the same arguments coming up in your home over and over? Join us on April 21 at 7 p.m. for "Dealing with Difficult Behavior" and learn tips and tools to address and prevent unwanted behaviors while staying connected with your child.
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