By Randy Bruer
Social Media and home internet
Social Media can be a huge problem among young people today using cell phones and other electronic devices. We know that students send some illegal texts, and pictures among themselves and this can be considered a crime. We have seen the news media asking PARENTS to speak with your children about the use of their cell phone in and out of school, along with apps to view and stay away from, and how the phone should be used. Please take the time to speak with your child because we know this is happening among our student population. It can also be considered a form of bullying which is a common and potentially damaging form of violence among students.
Another potential issue may possibly take shape as students spend more time on-line at home. They could be talked into a scam involving money while using their technology equipment at home. Please watch and speak to your children about this issue.
Review these questions each time you send your child to school.
Does your child have one or more of these symptoms? – Fever greater than or equal to 100.0 degrees F, Difficulty breathing, new onset and/or worsening cough, new loss of taste or smell
Does your child have at least two or more of these symptoms? – Sore throat, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, chills, muscle pain, excessive fatigue, new onset of severe headache, new onset of nasal congestion or runny nose. If you see any of these symptoms call the school and keep your child home. It is not worth risking a virus in school as we will be forced to shut down. We are doing temp checks when entering the school but we are counting on parents to keep their children home if they have symptoms.
School Retrofit plan
We have completed the installation of new sinks and auto faucets in the elementary bathrooms and will have new dividers installed next week. All restrooms in the High school and Elementary will have new private dividers to replace the old. Next summer we plan to update our locker rooms, but this is a larger task with building codes.
Century 21 After-School Program
Win-E-Mac will be doing another year of the after-school program. Our school along with 3 other districts will be funded for a program of 5 days a week plus summer, for kids attending our school district. If your child would like to be in an exciting program after school until 5:15, call the school @ 218-563-2900 for more details. We will also offer an early morning drop-off if needed for parents beginning at 7:30 am.
Covid Relief Information
Certainly, during this time of Covid, families may need help to pay bills or need help with living expenses. A person can apply online and seek help by calling Tri-Valley Opportunity Council in Crookston to assist. Online info: www.renthelpmn.org
Patriot Pride Boosters
This group of parents and community members want to help with all aspects of the school and is open to anyone who is willing to help achieve this goal. There is no fee to join and for more information contact patriotpridebooster@gmail.com.
Extra-Curricular Activities
The district has extra-curricular activities and sports taking place after school this fall with Volleyball and Football. Please review a school calendar to events you may be interested in attending. Catch the Patriot Spirit.