Parent Newsletter May 13, 2021
Grades K-4 Return iPads at end of School Year We will be collecting ALL K-4 iPads at the end of the school year. Students who are attending summer learning will receive an iPad when the session starts.
Distance Choice Students All K-4 Distance Choice students will need to turn in their iPad, case, cable and charger in working order on June 10. More information will be sent out. Any broken iPads need to be repaired prior to being returned. Please read this for more information.
Hotspots District tech will also be collecting all hot spots that families have checked out. Please place all hotspot equipment that includes the hotspot, charging brick, and charging cable into a clear plastic bag and drop it off at the District Technology Office located at Central Middle School by June 18, 2021. Hotspot equipment can be dropped off anytime between 7:00 am and 4:00 pm Monday through Friday.
Fifth Graders Fifth Graders will be keeping their iPads through the summer and bringing them to Middle School. Please read here for more information.
Did You Know? What's Going on in Mr. Schultz's Distance Choice? Every spring fifth graders at Kimberly Lane experience what is called Genius Hour. Mr. Schultz's Distance classroom recently finished this process. Please check out all the great work!
What is Genius Hour? Genius hour is a movement that allows students to explore their own passions and encourages creativity in the classroom. It provides students a choice in what they learn during a set period of time during school.
Reminders Order Your School Supplies Ordering from EPI School Supply Packs helps you save time and money when back-to-school shopping. When you order it saves up to 40% compared to the same supplies from a national retailer.
Supply packs will be shipped directly to your home August 2-8. Shipping costs are $8 for the first pack and $1 each additional pack. Even with the shipping costs, it is still a significant savings over retail shopping. For questions, contact Kari Abood.
Is Your Family Moving? This is the time of year when many families make decisions to move. If your family is moving within the Wayzata School District, please contact the Welcome Center with your new address and a copy of your purchase agreement or lease. If you are moving out of the school district, we ask that you fill out the Withdrawal Form below. This form should be completed if your family is moving out of the district, making a different choice for education, or homeschooling.
Media News Read every day! In addition to ebooks, physical library books may still be borrowed. Kindergarten and first grade students request through Seesaw. Students in second through fifth grade may browse the library catalog and place books on hold. Contactless book pick up available in the main entry each school day 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
PTA News Volunteer Needs for 2021-2022 After this crazy year we are so excited to start looking forward and planning for what will hopefully look like a "normal" school year in 2021-22. In order to do that, we need our Kimberly Lane families back to volunteer and assist us in some of the wonderful activities the PTA coordinates throughout the year. Please take a moment and look to see how you can get involved next year, there is something for everyone. If you have any questions, please contact us at ptakimberly@gmail.com.
Virtual Multicultural Week The Kimberly Lane Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee is excited to announce our first Virtual Multicultural Week starting on Monday, May 17. During this time, we will celebrate the diversity of our student body by providing a variety of virtual experiences created by our very own families at Kimberly Lane.
We are inviting you to create a short 5 minute video demonstrating one of many suggested areas of interest, ranging from dance to games to arts and crafts! Everyone in the Kimberly Lane community is invited to participate!
Please sign up for an area that you are interested in creating a video in, and we will reach out to you with a more detailed description of what we are looking for. This does not need to be anything fancy! Submissions are due by May 14th. If you have any questions, please reach out to Ana Freire at acbfreire@yahoo.com.
Around the District COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics In collaboration with Community Care Clinics of Minnesota, Wayzata Public Schools will be hosting opportunities to receive COVID-19 vaccinations at Wayzata High School on May 19 and Central Middle School on May 20. This clinic is open to students, parents, staff and their family members age 12 and older! Vaccination registration and information.
Thank a Teacher with a bundt cake! This school year has been unusual to say the least! Our teachers and staff have been a consistent, welcoming presence in our students' lives this year more than ever. Show your support for all they have done with a donation to the Wayzata Education Fund. Each donation made in honor of a teacher or staff until June 1 will include a special certificate of thanks from you, and every donation of $25 or more will come with a bundtlet from Nothing Bundt Cakes. Whether they’ve helped make a difference in-person or virtually, show your appreciation by participating in our Thank a Teacher program.
Community Ed We have a big summer of youth camps planned! Join us at Oakwood Elementary School where your child can learn, grow, and play with friends all summer long. Youth camps include everything from science, engineering, arts and crafts, dance, theater, and more. With a wide variety of camps to choose from, there is something to spark your interest! Register now! Financial assistance is available or call 763-745-5200 for more information.
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