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SCHOOL HAPPENINGS IN MAY!

There are many activities planned and field trips scheduled for Scandia Elementary the month of May! Here's a list of events:
*GRADE 1-3 TRACK & FIELD RESCHEDULED: See below
     *May 24: Gr. 5 field trip to the Science Museum
     *May 24: Gr. 3 field trip to the U of MN
     *May 25: Gr. 5 Track & Field @ Scandia Elem.
*May 26: Gr. 2 Track & Field 9:30 am
     *May 29: No School - Holiday
     *May 30: Kdg field trip to the Ordway
     *May 30: Gr. 2 & 6 field trip to the MN Zoo
*May 31: Gr. 3 Track & Field 10:00 am
*May 31: Gr. 1`Track & Field 12:30 pm
     *June 1: Gr. 6 IB Exhibition

We invite you to join us at these events!

ACADEMIC AWARDS PROGRAM

Our annual Academic Awards Program will be held on Wednesday, June 7, at 10:00 am. Students who have participated in various student groups and excelled in academics will be recognized. Our sixth grade students will also be honored as they "graduate" from Scandia Elementary IB World School.

TALENT SHOW

The 2017 Talent Show will be held on the last day of school, June 8. Students were given the instructions about try-outs and the time line in their Friday folders on May 5. Please read the instructions carefully and if you have questions, don't hesitate to call the office or check with your child's teacher. We hope to see you there!

PENNIES FOR PATIENTS

The Student Ambassadors group is starting their spring service project: Pennies for Patients. Pennies for Patients supports the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Students will be able to bring in their monetary donations from May 8-26. There is a donation box right inside the front door where students can place their coins in their grade level section. Grade levels will be competing to see who can raise the most to support those who are battling cancer. On May 12 students who pay $1.00 can wear a hat that day. On May 19 the Student Ambassadors will be hosting an ice cream social at recess where students can purchase a one scoop cone for $1.00, and a two scoop cone for $2.00.
The Ambassadors have set a goal of $1,000 and if that happens they have a silly costume for the principal to wear on May 31!

THE SIXTH GRADE EXHIBITION

Our sixth graders are busy researching and collaborating in their small groups to prepare for their presentations during the Exhibition on June 1. The student groups will present to various classrooms throughout the morning. Watch for the schedule which will be sent home prior to the Exhibition. We hope you can come and see your student's hard work!

Scandia Elementary IB World School is still accepting registrations is for the 2017-2018 school year! Click here for information and to download the kindergarten packet. If you have any questions regarding kindergarten or would like a tour of our school, please call the main office at 651-982-3300.

PRESCHOOL OPTION AT SCANDIA ELEMENTARY!

The Early Childhood Program is an integral part of Forest Lake Area Schools. We work together to assure that children transition smoothly into kindergarten. Our high quality preschool classes focus on each child's social, physical and pre-academic development. We use a play-based curriculum allowing children to learn through exploration and discovery. Children develop independence and the necessary skills for future success. Children will learn age appropriate math, writing, music, art, language and science while making friends and experimenting with their growing independence. Curriculum outcomes and objectives are aligned with the Early Childhood Indicators of Progress. Classes are taught by professional and dedicated staff who have experience working with children birth to age five.
Scandia Elementary IB World School is offering Full Day Child Only Preschool on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:15-3:30. Transportation will be offered to students who are on a current bus route.

READING CORPS LITERACY TUTORS WANTED!

Make an impact on Scandia Elementary in 2017-18 as a Literacy Tutor with Minnesota Reading Corps! Would you love to help children grow their reading skills and succeed in school? If your answer is yes, you can serve as a tutor with Minnesota Reading Corps at Scandia Elementary!
As a Literacy Tutor, you'll use research-proven strategies to help students gain the reading skills they need to thrive in school and in life.
Tutors come from many backgrounds and include recent high school and college grads, career changers, stay-at-home parents and retirees. With extensive training, support from onsite coaches, and evidence-based strategies, Reading Corps tutors are well-equipped to change lives. Additionally, Reading Corps tutors may earn a living allowance, education award, and federal student loan forbearance for their service.
Last year, Minnesota Reading Corps provided direct services to more than 30,000 children in more than 700 sites across the state. Questions? Contact Sam Lindberg (Program Manager for MN Reading Corps) at 612-486-2430 or samuel.lindberg@servetogrow.org.

BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION

We are close to our goal of earning $1,000 in Box Tops and an ice cream social hosted by the PTO! We will be submitting Box Tops again on May 5, so keep sending them in!
Thanks for sending your Box Tops to school.

COMMUNITY ED "DIGITAL BACKPACKS"

The school district's Digital Backpack has information from area non-profit groups who sponsor opportunities for youth.

Julie

Julie Greiman, Principal

Scandia Elementary IB World School

14351 Scandia Trail N

Scandia, MN 55073

651.982.3300

jgreiman@flaschools.org

"Intelligence plus character--this is the goal of true education."

Martin Luther King Jr.

Mission

SCANDIA ELEMENTARY MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of Scandia Elementary School is to meet the needs of our learning community by:

Maintaining concern and respect for others and self
Fostering diverse ideas and creative thinking
Developing skills and understanding for living and working in a complex, changing society
Modeling a positive attitude toward learning
Staff commitment to quality instruction
Encouraging parent and community involvement

SCANDIA ELEMENTARY IB WORLD SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT

The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. To this end the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programs of international education and rigorous assessment. These programs encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.

SCANDIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL VISION STATEMENT

All Scandia students will be equipped academically and socially for further learning.

IB News

SCANDIA ELEMENTARY IB WORLD SCHOOL

Scandia Elementary was authorized as an International Baccalaureate World School in January 2015. To learn more about the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program please click on the link below.

Events

OPEN HOUSE

Scandia's Open House will be held on Wednesday, August 31st, from 5:00-6:30 pm. Students will have the opportunity to get their fall school picture taken between 5:00-7:00 pm. Classrooms will be open so you can meet your teacher from 5:00-6:30 pm. The Forest Lake Food Service and Scandia-Marine Lions sponsor a light supper for families.

BREAKFAST TOGETHER

Each month a different grade level is invited to come and have breakfast together from 8:30-9:05 in our cafeteria. Invitations are sent home prior to the event.

WILD WALK

Scandia Elementary's Wild Walk is on October 7, 2016. Families and neighbors sponsor students to participate in physical fitness games during the day. This is our PTO's primary fundraiser for the school year.

CONFERENCES

Fall Conferences are October 17-19. Spring Conferences are February 28, March 2 & 3.

DALA GALA

Sponsored by the Scandia PTO, the Dala Gala social event is for adults to support Scandia Elementary IB World School and to celebrate our success as an International Baccalaureate World School. This year's Dala Gala is on Friday, January 27, 2017.

ART & ACADEMIC FAIR

The Art & Academic Fair is an opportunity for students to demonstrate their inquiry into science, art, history, technology and creative writing. It is held on February 24, 2017.

CARNIVAL

The Scandia PTO sponsors a school carnival filled with games, raffles, food and fun! The carnival will be held on Friday, March 24, 2017.

ACADEMIC AWARD CEREMONY

Student academic excellence and sixth grade graduation are part of this yearly event. The program will be held on June 7, 2017.

TALENT SHOW

"Scandia's Got Talent" our annual school talent show will be on June 8, 2017.

SENN

SCANDIA ELEMENTARY NEWS NETWORK

Scandia Elementary News Network (SENN) is a weekly news show designed and operated by our sixth graders. Throughout the school year all sixth graders who want to will have the opportunity to work at SENN at various positions, such as news anchors, camera, and director. This year we are using "green screen" technology and are able to save each broadcast. Thank you to our technology integration specialist, Billee-Jo Martin, for helping our students learn about this new technology.

Click on the links below to view our broadcasts!

Nov. 9 broadcast http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7IfDT7AjQ7g

Nov. 16 broadcast http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lSF1AJlM20g

Nov. 23 broadcast with Turkey story! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QCK8IuAx694

Nov. 30 broadcast http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AmdafXOSJJ8

Dec. 7 broadcast http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kBB8764LIKU

Dec. 14 broadcast http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AjZCvxtkNRI
Dec. 21 broadcast http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tF7ODaLQDCE

Jan. 4 broadcast http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6rNuFkiEjkk

Jan. 18 broadcast http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tc8hSS4FFMY

Jan. 25 broadcast http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xdzom3sU4_k

Feb. 1 broadcast https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lfhvT87gL50&feature=em-share_video_user

Feb. 8 broadcast https://youtu.be/whPYifdxP-0