Parent Newsletter
November 28, 2018
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Specialists News
Wondering what's happening in specialists? Señora Erickson is sharing what's happening recently in Spanish for all students.
Calling all S.T.E.M. Professionals
Birchview will be hosting a school-wide S.T.E.M. (science, technology, engineering, math) day on January 11 and we are looking for volunteers to present to our classes at 9:00 and 9:45. If you work in a field where you use any part of S.T.E.M. and would like to come present/demonstrate some of what you do, we would love to have you. Here is specifically what we are looking for in the presentations:
- Explanation of the field you are in and what you do on a day to day basis
- Subjects you were interested in during your time in school that led you to this career choice
- Degrees/classes you took in order to become the professional you are
- Demonstration of the work you do (models, experiments, design process, PowerPoint, pictures, etc.)
- A Question and Answer period
The presentation time frame would be 30 minutes. We want to give our students a glimpse into careers that focus on any part of S.T.E.M. and what they entail. Presenters can be family members or friends of family members. We would love to have one presenter per class. Please contact Danielle Miller, gifted & talented teacher, at 763-734-5351 or Danielle.Miller@wayzataschools.org.
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Did You Know?
Our Trojan Pride shout out this week goes to Nakayla, Halima, Reese, Arayahna, Ava, D.D. and Olivia. Great work to these students for showing Trojan Pride in the lunchroom, hallways, Bright Start, and their classrooms. Keep up the good work!
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Reminders
Lost and Found
Our lost and found is overflowing with jackets, snow pants, hats, mittens and water bottles. Items not claimed before winter break will be donated to Interfaith Outreach. Please remind your student to check the lost and found frequently or stop in and take a quick peek before winter break.
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PTA News
The Birchview PTA is a non-profit organization whose mission is to enhance learning outside the classroom, provide equitable opportunities to students and staff, create community and show appreciation for our community members.
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Birchview Staff Appreciation Book
Looking for cool ways to appreciate a Birchview Staff member?
The new Staff Appreciation book is here to help. Learn more about the things that light up our staff. Email Dan Neitz at danielneitz@comcast.net if you have questions use or improve the document. Insight from this book plus your creativity equals lots of wonderful moments for our awesome staff.
Please note: The link has been updated so if you were having problems getting it to work before, give it another try.
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Volunteer Needs
Get more involved in your child's school while meeting new people and having fun! The PTA needs both event organizers and board members.
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Looking for a way to say thank you and wish your child’s teacher a happy holiday season? Show them you care with the Wayzata Education Fund’s Thank A Teacher program. A donation made through this program will come with a certificate of appreciation to that teacher from their student. As a bonus, any donation of $25 or more also comes with a bundlet from Nothing Bundt Cakes – Minnetonka. Any donation through the program between now and December 18 will be delivered to your child’s teacher before winter break. Say thank you and support a good cause all at once.
Ask Ali the tough questions you might be too scared to ask in person. Alison Wobschall, M.A., director of Partners in Prevention, is a psychologist with 14 years of experience in prevention. She has a special passion for healthy brain development. Submit any questions you have regarding topics surrounding substances, mental health, and parenting strategies.
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Check out our addition of Discover Racquetball with Life Time! Find more information here. Grades 3-12, beginners welcome! Register here.
Birchview Ski and Snowboard Club - find out more information here.
Registration ends Dec 15 for session 1 and Jan 15 for session 2, register here.
Upcoming Event:
Young Scientist Roundtable - Wednesday, Dec 12
Rhythms of the Heart: from normal to abnormal and back again
Event is free.
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Calendar
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