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Volume 11 Issue 3
Wrenshall Student Council Prepares for Blood Drives School Bus Loading and Safety
By: Mrs. tracy and Mrs. Bonitz, Student Council Advisors
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He WrenSHAll StuDent
Sue tracy at 384-4274 ext. 1301, to save a
CounCIl executive Committee
space.
attended the annual Memorial Blood
DID you KnoW that in the past ten
Center’s blood workshop on Wednesday,
years, the Wrenshall School and Community
october 1, 2014 at Community Memorial
has donated 320 units of blood (40 gallons),
Hospital in Cloquet.
The purpose of the
workshop was to prepare
high school students
for hosting successful
blood drives, including
encouraging and
recruiting community
members and high school
students 16 years of age
and older to give blood.
Wrenshall Student
Council hosts three blood
drives each year. our first
drive was held during Fall
Fest. We were only able to
get 13 units of blood, but
that can still save 39 lives!
Back (L-R) Masen Virginia, Exec VP-Student Council; Jonah LaFave, Repour two other drives are 11th grade class; Neil Porter, Exec Pres-Student Council; James Tracy,
scheduled for Monday,
Exec Rep-Student Council. Middle (L-R) Katie Powers, Pres-10th grade
December 1, 2014 from class; Ashlynn Carlson, Exec Rep-Student Council; Chloe Swanson, Exec
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. and
Secretary-Student Council. Front Row (L-R) Delaney Kittel, Rep-11th grade
class; and Cassie Wimmer, Exec Treasurer-Student Council.
Wednesday, April 22
from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. If
potentially saving 960 lives! Please help us to
you would like to donate, please contact
keep that momentum going! Thank you to all
one of the student council advisors, Mrs.
who have given in the past!
Kelly Bonitz at 384-4274 ext. 1311 or Mrs.
Veteran’s Day Program
Tuesday, November 11
10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Wrenshall Gymnasium
All veterans and community members are
invited to arrive anytime after 9:30 a.m.
Wrenshall High School
Autumn Band Concert
Thursday, November 13, 2014
7:00 p.m. in the Gymnasium
The Wrenshall School Transportation Department and the Health and Safety
Committee are asking for your help once again this school year to ensure the safety of
children.
The back parking lot is for staff only, please do not park in that area. Also, if you are
staff and have parked in that area, you may not leave until the buses leave.
Please respect our bus drivers in the very important role they play in transporting our
children safely. This task cannot be accomplished without vigilance and help of others.
Please see the safety and parking rules below.
Many Thanks!
Wrenshall Transportation Department
Wrenshall Health and Safety Committee
A few reminders of bus safety and loading:
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Buses start loading elementary students around 3:00 PM each day school
is in session.
Buses are in the loop waiting at 2:50 PM each day school is in session.
Buses do not depart bus loop until after 3:20 PM.
no cars are allowed in bus loop during pick-up and
drop-off.
only staff are allowed to park in the back lot.
A few reminders about parking and pick-up
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No parking allowed in the bus loop during pick-up and
drop-off.
only staff are allowed to park in the back lot.
Parents and driving students MUST park in the front lot.
Staff and coaching staff parking in back lot MUST:
-PARK IN DESIGNATED SPOTS ONLY
-HAVE A PARKING PERMIT
-NOT EXIT OR ENTER IN BACK PARKING LOT DURING BUS PICK-UP OR
DROP-OFF
If students need to be picked up by parents after school, pick-up should
be at the front entry. The front entry is where the district and main
offices are located.
please note:
Elementary students are released at 3:08 p.m. and
secondary students are released at 3:13 p.m. The security
system automatically unlocks the dedicated entrance
doors at 3:08 p.m. accordingly. Parents/guardians picking
up their students after school are asked to please refrain
from “buzzing in” earlier than that time in order to alleviate
disruptions while school remains in session.
wrens boys Basketball
Alumni Night
Monday, November 24, 2014
All those who have ever played for or coached Wrens Boys Basketball will receive
free admission and be acknowledged between the 5:45pm JV and 7:15pm varsity
games on Monday, November 24th. Alumni basketball t-shirts
can be ordered and worn at the event by contacting Coach
Powers at (218) 590-2619 or MNLMFAN@aol.com.
PLEASE HELP SPREAD THE WORD TO WRENS BOYS BASKETBALL
ALUMNI LIVING OUTSIDE THE AREA!
No School for Students (teacher in-service): November 3rd
Conferences: November 20th and 25th, 3:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Thanksgiving Break, No School: November 26th - 28th
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Superintendent Update
By: Kimberly K. Belcastro, Ed.D.
H
ello Everyone! It has been a very exciting fall
for the Wrenshall Wrens. The football, volleyball,
and cross country
teams have all
seen great success.
The football and
volleyball teams
have been very
competitive and
several of the cross
country runners
have achieved
personal records
this season. The
excitement has been
evident at school
and at the athletic
events. The student athletes appreciate the support from
the Wrenshall Community.
Thank you to the Wrenshall community, staff and
parents for taking the time to fill out the consolidation
survey. There were 87 surveys returned. Of the 87,
36 surveys supported full consolidation, 30 were not
in favor of consolidation, and 21 indicated that they
were undecided or that they needed more information.
In addition, 52 respondents indicated an interest in
cooperative agreements (pairing and sharing) between
the two districts. 8 surveys returned were not in favor of
cooperative agreements because those respondents felt
such agreements were only a “band aid” approach instead
of a solution. At least 15 respondents support the idea of
an official vote being needed to make the final decision
on the consolidation issue. A range of personal opinions
were offered regarding cooperation and/or consolidation,
and some common themes can be summarized. Those
in favor of consolidation added supporting comments
including:
• Consolidation could realize cost savings in the
departments or positions of transportation,
school nurse, athletic director, Early Childhood
Family Education program, food service, and
administration.
• Consolidation could allow for the best education
possible for all students and the potential for more
academic offerings.
• Consolidation is “common sense” and “long
overdue” were common phrases.
• Consolidation could provide more opportunities for
extra- and co-curricular activities as well as make
teams more competitive with area schools.
• There were residents that stated they would bring
their children back to the district if consolidation
occurs.
• Some of the surveys indicated consolidation would
solve the problem of open enrollment.
• Consolidation would afford the ability to access state
level funds.
Comments received regarding cooperative agreements
between the two school districts included:
• Both districts will need to have equal authority for
decision making.
• There needs to be equity with financial concerns for
both districts.
• Cooperative agreements should not be able to be
used for leveraging one district over the other.
• Some respondents indicated that cooperative
agreements will only partially solve the extra- and
co-curricular activity problems.
Consistent themes from respondents not in favor of
consolidation at this time included:
• Several respondents indicated that more research is
needed.
• Several respondents shared concerns that the
process is moving too fast.
• Several respondents indicated concerns about the
tax impact if consolidation takes place.
• Concerns about affordability for our community that
already has a high free and reduced lunch student
population.
• Concerns about the loss of the “family atmosphere”
that the Wrenshall School provides.
Several respondents framed their responses by asking
questions such as:
• Why is the process moving so quickly?
• How much will my taxes increase?
• Why is consolidation a good idea?
• Will class sizes increase or decrease with
consolidation?
• Will there be adequate research and communication
so that the communities fully understand what is
taking place?
• Will one district have more “power” or rights than
the other?
• How long will my child be on the school bus?
In a scenario where consolidation were to occur,
opinions were offered regarding the facilities of each
district including:
• Most of the suggested building configurations
dropped down to two buildings or less.
• Adding on to Wrenshall for one PK-12 facility.
• New “Super School” for one PK-12.
• No new buildings, please.
• Create one central location for Community
Education and Early Childhood programming.
• Concerns about the Carlton High School location
being too close to the county jail.
Again, thank you to everyone who participated in the
survey. The information is valuable and will be used by
the school board as decisions are made for the district.
There was a joint school board meeting on Monday,
October 20, 2014 for the Carlton and Wrenshall School
Districts. Mike Hoheisel, school finance consultant, from
Robert W. Baird and Company explained the importance
of having Consolidation Assistance Services and what
that involves. Board members from both Carlton and
Wrenshall were given the opportunity to express their
opinions regarding more collaboration or consolidation
at the board meeting. Mr. Hoheisel also explained the
timelines that should be considered when preparing for
a possible consolidation between the two districts. The
October 27th regular board meeting at Wrenshall will
determine the next step in the process.
As usual, feel free to contact me with any ideas,
questions, or concerns regarding the school district. I can
be reached at 384-4274, extension 1948 or kbelcastro@
wrenshall.k12.mn.us Your support is greatly appreciated!
Community Resource.
Families in the Wrenshall area: Are you fretting about the upcoming cold weather?
Do you have a shut off notice for your utilities? Are there major weatherizing
projects that need to be done to your home in preparation for the winter but you
can’t afford the necessary improvements?
Lakes and Pines Community Action Counsel may have
assistance available to help you and your situation. Financial
help is not guaranteed but contacting Lakes and Pines is
a good place to start gathering options and information
on the assistance available to you and your family. Please
visit lakesandpines.org or call (800) 832-6082 for more
information on their services. Take care and stay warm.
Be Informed. Be Involved. Attend the monthly School Board Meetings.
2014
November
December
Committee of the Whole
12th
10th
Regular Meeting
17th
15th
Time
6pm
6pm
Location
Library
Library
Counselor’s Corner
By: Erik Holter, MSE
G
reetings from the Guidance Office! As I write
this, week 6 is under wraps, and I simply want to point
out how truly proud I am of
the ENTIRE school in their
creation of such a positive
atmosphere. Major concerns
remain at a minimum and
students appear to be on
top of their duty of being
students, which I truly
believe attributes to such
positives. Things are ever
changing here at Wrenshall,
and it’s reassuring to witness
first hand “buy-in” from students, parents/guardians, and
staff in the idea that we are generating progress towards
making Wrenshall a top-notch school.
As we move into November and take a glance into
the assessment world, there are two important tests
taking place this month that I would like to bring to your
attention. The administration of the EXPLORE in grade
8 and the PLAN in grade 10 is part of the new Career and
College Assessments (CCA) required by state legislation
that was passed in 2013 in order for students to meet
graduation assessment requirements. All Minnesota
public school students will take these assessments in
addition to Standards-Based Accountability Assessments
(MCA’s). Specifically at Wrenshall, the EXPLORE will
be administered on November 11th and the PLAN will
be administered on November 18th. These assessments
will provide a way for us as educators to shape students’
academic and career plans as early as possible. Further
information will be provided closer to those dates.
Along with the changes mentioned above, the school
website has also been revamped with a new up-to-date
look! However, we are currently in the process of updating
pertinent material in all areas, especially in the Counseling
and Career section. I strongly encourage you to utilize the
vast amount of information that has been provided in this
section, but please understand that some information may
currently be out of date due to this new layout. Continuous
changes will be made on my end as time permits.
That is all for now from Mr. Holter! As always, please feel
free to contact me with any questions or concerns you may
have regarding your child at (218) 384-4274 ext. 1110 or
eholter@wrenshall.k12.mn.us.
Community Support Corner
By: Mike Schmidt, LSW, Family School Support Worker
W
e have survived the first couple months of
school. The Wrenshall varsity teams have experienced
success. The teachers and
student body have found
their place as we move from
fall season into flu season.
Please remember to get your
flu shots! If not for yourself,
do it for those you love. Even
if you do not get sick from the
flu, you may be a carrier and
transmit the virus to those
in your household. Most
insurance policies will cover
the cost of a flu shot or there
are many free flu shot clinics in our area. Get a flu shot!
I want to take this opportunity to remind you why I’m
in the school. If your student or anyone in your family is
experiencing emotional hardship there is help available.
Mental health is important and can’t be ignored no matter
how hard we try. Being born and raised in a small, tight knit
community just like Wrenshall I know that there is a potential
stigma that goes with mental health and the services involved.
This misperception of reality makes us much weaker and
more vulnerable than the false weakness people view us as
having when we seek help. Suppress mental health issues
rather than address them and they will come out, and often
in very negative ways, no matter how hard we try to hide
them. Addressing emotional concerns and mental health
symptoms in a safe environment and in a healthy way is far
more beneficial than sweeping them under the rug until they
turn into something we can no longer ignore. We are not
being “tough” by ignoring mental health issues just as we are
not “weak” if we confront and address them. If anybody in
your family could benefit from mental health services I’d be
happy to help you seek and secure the support needed. Please
contact me at 428-2313, mschmidt@wrenshall.k12.mn.us,
or mike.schmidt@co.carlton.mn.us. Take care. Be safe. Be
healthy.
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Wrenshall School & Community News
Wrenshall
Yearbooks
Fall Discount on 2015
Yearbooks Extended Until
December 19th.
$50
Complete an order form and return it to
Ms. Kidd in the art room. You may also
order online with a credit card by visiting
www.jostensyearbooks.com. Contact Ms.
Kidd at 218-384-4274 ext. 1306 with any
questions.
Reminder:
Daylight Saving
Time Ends
November 2nd.
Is your child in need of a back
pack of food on the weekends?
If so, please contact Mr. Mike Schmidt, LSW,
Wrenshall’s Family School Support Worker at
218-428-2313, mschmidt@wrenshall.k12.mn.us,
or mike.schmidt@co.carlton.mn.us.
The mission of the BackPack Program is to meet the needs
of hungry children by providing them with nutritious and
easy-to-prepare food to take home on weekends and
school vacations when other resources are not available.
Since discretion of this program is required, simple nondescript plastic bags are used to pack the products.
Wrenshall School District
Administration
Kimberly K. Belcastro, Superintendent
Luke Wargin, Dean of Students
Erik Holter, K-12 Guidance Counselor
School Board Members
Troy Powers, Board Chairperson, 590-2619
Matthew Laveau, Vice Chairperson, 384-4001
Janaki Fisher-Merritt, Treasurer, 384-4421
Renae House, Clerk, 384-3030
Tony Sheda, Member, 384-9925
Michelle Blanchard, Member, 384-9357
Publication Title - images - Volume 11 Issue 3.
Statement of Frequency - Monthly (10 months/SeptemberJune). Authorized Organization: Wrenshall ISD #100,
207 Pioneer Drive, Wrenshall, MN 55797. Articles and
submissions may be emailed to Erin Riley at images@
wrenshall.k12.mn.us. The deadline is generally the
15th of every month for the next month’s issue. Issues
with early print dates may require earlier deadlines.
Articles may be edited for space and content. Please call
the Images desk at 384-4274, Ext. 1403 with questions.
WRENSHALL
PUBLIC
SCHOOLS
Independent School District #100
207 Pioneer Drive
Wrenshall, MN 55797-9000
Telephone: 218/384-4274
FAX: 218/384-4293
Superintendent ~ Kimberly K. Belcastro, Ed. D.
October 23, 2014
Dear Parents/Guardians of Wrenshall Elementary Students:
The Wrenshall School District is dedicated to providing all students with an excellent education so that each child can
succeed in school and in life. To ensure your child’s success, we have set high standards that are reflected in what is
taught in our classrooms. In the coming school year we will look at multiple assessment measures that indicate how our
school is succeeding. This will ensure that we reach our goal of all children succeeding in school and in life.
This year Wrenshall Elementary School has been designated as a Continuous Improvement School. This is the result of
the school being among the 25 percent of Title I schools with the lowest performance on the state’s Multiple Measure
Rating (MMR), which measures school performance on student proficiency, academic growth, achievement gap reduction
and, for high schools, graduation rates.
Continuous Improvement Schools must use student performance data to undergo a needs assessment. A needs assessment
is a systematic process whereby we analyze school data in order to make decisions on how to improve the school. We will
undertake that process in the coming weeks and months, and will use the results of the needs assessment to create a school
improvement plan aimed at helping all students reach their full potential. In order to accomplish this important work, we
will put together an improvement team which includes a variety of stakeholders, including parents. You are highly
encouraged to be a member of the improvement team; if you are interested call me at 384-4274, extension 1948.
Families and communities will be at the center of our school improvement plan. Your engagement and support in your
child’s education is critical to his or her success. Contact your child’s teacher with how you can best support the work that
they are doing in the classroom. All staff email addresses and the school phone numbers are posted on the school’s
website. The Wrenshall Elementary School will also be offering several activities for you to be engaged in your child’s
education. Some of these activities will consist of: parent-teacher conferences, preparing your child for testing,
understanding testing results, reading and math strategies that can be used at home, transition planning for entering each
grade level and others to be determined.
We know that not all parents can come to every event but you can still be engaged and support your child’s education
through steps like providing a quiet place for your child to do homework or to read, limiting screen time, and talking to
your student about school. Also, remember that students between 5-12 years old need 10-12 hours of sleep each night;
adolescents need 10 hours of sleep.
We are looking forward to a great year. Wrenshall School will have its annual meeting to inform parents about our Title I
program and revise the parent involvement plan. This meeting will be scheduled this school year and you will be notified
if your child is in the Title I program. You can also be involved by volunteering at the school and/or participating in
committee work. If you have any questions do not hesitate to contact me at school. I can be reached at 384-4274, ext.
1948.
Sincerely,
Kimberly K. Belcastro
Superintendent of Schools
Committed to fostering quality education through caring relationships
Remaining Wrenshall 2014-2015 Assessment Schedule
Date
November 11
November 18
January 27
February 2 to February 4
February 17 to February 19
February 20
April 14 to April 16
April 21 to April 23
April 27
April 28
April 29
May 5
May 6
May 12
May 11 to May 22
Assessment
EXPLORE
PLAN
Compass
OLPA Reading
OLPA Math
OLPA Reading and Math (Make-up)
MCA Reading
MCA Math
MCA Reading (Make-up)
ACT Plus Writing
MCA Science
MCA Math (Make-up)
MCA Science (Make-up)
ACT Plus Writing (Make-up)
NWEA MAP Assessments
* Only students meeting state mandated criteria will take Compass.
**At teachers’ discretions.
Grade Levels
8
10
10*
3-8, 10**
3-8**
3-8, 10
3-8, 10
3-8, 11
3-8, 10
11
5, 8, 10
3-8, 11
5, 8, 10
11
2-10
Note: Assessments in bold are state mandated assessments.
ACT Registration Dates
Test Date:
Test Date:
Test Date:
Test Date:
Students may register for test dates online by visiting www.actstudent.org
December 13, 2014 — Registration Deadline: November 7, 2014 • Late Fee Required: November 8–21, 2014
February 7, 2015 — Registration Deadline: January 9, 2015 • Late Fee Required: January 10–16, 2015
April 18, 2015 — Registration Deadline: March 13, 2015 • Late Fee Required: March 14–27, 2015
June 13, 2015 — Registration Deadline: May 8, 2015 • Late Fee Required: May 9–22, 2015
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Congratulations, Stars of the Month! Playground
Exemplary Star of the Month: Ryder
Wrazidlo
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Just a reminder that there is morning
elementary playground supervision
from 8:00 to 8:15 every school day. No
students will be allowed on the playground
equipment on mornings when the equipment is slippery or covered
with frost.
Favorite Subject: Math
Hobbies: Ryder enjoys football,
basketball, fishing, and camping.
Ryder is proud of working hard and having
good manners.
Academic Star of the Month: Lillian
Vanderpoel
F
ourth grader Lily
Vanderpoel is the daughter of
Desiree Vanderpoel and James Olson. She
was nominated by Mrs. Hall who said,
“I nominated Lily because she is a hard
worker every day! She always tries her best
and it shows in her daily work. Her work
is always done very neatly, also. When she
is finished with her work she is willing to
help her classmates if they need it.”
Hobbies and other favorites: Lily enjoys
singing, softball, football, and “having as
much fun as I can.” Her favorite color is
purple, she loves animals, and her favorite
food is cottage cheese.
Lily is proud of the effort she puts into
her work.
A Letter from Coach Rowland:
Dear Team,
Twelve weeks ago we met for our first day of practice. It was stifling hot outside, and
everyone was very quiet and reserved. We did the necessary paperwork, stretched, and
completed a short run before calling it a day. Do you remember how difficult that short run
seemed? Since that day, you have become strong runners, completed countless practices,
competed in ten meets, and grown into a lively, supportive team.
I am proud of all of you for so many reasons, but this season there was one thing in
particular that made me realize how fortunate I really am as a coach. Along with being
wonderful athletes, you are all also very wonderful people. You cheer on other teams when you
feel that they need it, you are always respectful and considerate of those around you, and you
show extra support to the youngest runners on our team to make them feel comfortable and
welcome. I want you to know that you are all exemplary student athletes.
As our 2014 cross country season came to a close, I asked you to complete a homework
assignment for me. You were each required to write down your three favorite practices and
one memorable meet moment. I wasn’t surprised that our strenuous hill workouts didn’t
make the cut, but I was happy to see that our long runs to Carlton and back did! Geocaching
with Mrs. Cass, running to the
swinging bridge in the park, and
our game days were all common
favorites. As for memorable
meet moments, you each chose
something unique. Being
supported by Carlton runners,
jumping into Lake Superior in
Grand Marias, several funny
race mishaps, and finishing the
legendary Swain were just a few
of your selections.
It is sad to think that my days
will no longer include time
with all of you. Thank you for
always making me proud, for
working hard, and for making
our cross country season such a
memorable one.
Sincerely,
Coach
Our playground catches the northwest wind and is cold most fall
and winter school days. Please have your child dress appropriately
for morning arrival and noon recess. In the winter we require that
students in grades K-5 wear hats, mittens or gloves, coats, snow pants,
and boots. We want them to be warm and dry as they enjoy the
outdoors, and as comfortable as possible once they are back indoors.
Please be sure your child is dressed for our northern Minnesota
weather.
Thank you,
Mrs. Sharon Dahl Ms. Yvonne Wolf
Playground Supervisors
Technology Corner
mathcorps By:
Ben Fisher-Merritt, Technology Director
Favorite Subjects: Reading and Spelling.
Her favorite book series is “Diary of a
Wimpy Kid”.
Future Plans: Lily would like to be a
teacher or veterinarian when she grows up.
&
Attire
hird grader ryder
wrazidlo is the son of Cara and
Matthew Wrazidlo. He was nominated
by Mrs. Vermeersch who said, “Ryder
is a very caring and thoughtful student.
He is aware of when students are upset
and tries to help out. He will pick up a
mess or help out another student without
being asked. He also makes sure that
all students are included in whatever he
is doing. He is a student to look up to
and follow. These are just some of the
qualities that makes him a great choice for
the Exemplary Student Award.”
Future Plans: Ryder would like to join the
military or become a police officer when
he grows up.
policy
Top: The team enjoys a meal together the night before their
section meet. Bottom: Senior runners.
Mathcorps is back at
Wrenshall for another
year and many students
have retained their math
skills from last year. This
is wonderful to see! I’m
currently serving 21 fourth
through seventh grade
students at Wrenshall.
Students are chosen based
upon their MCA and MAP
test scores. If your student
is receiving Mathcorps
services please feel free to
come and see me during
conference time.
— Mrs. Lembke
On Mondays, Tuesdays,
and Wednesdays from
3:30-5:00 p.m. I offer
homework help to all K-12
students. If you would like
to contact me please call
218-384-4274 Ext. 1428 or
email llembke@wrenshall.
k12.mn.us
Happy Fall!
“So you have a smartphone,
what’s your favorite app?”
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his month, I will be focusing on
something I get asked quite a bit; and
instead of just
picking one app,
I’m going to
give a top three
along with short
descriptions.
These are
all free and
available both
for Android
and iPhones.
My very
favorite app is the Overdrive Media
Console. This is the public library’s
free book app. You can download both
Ebooks and Audiobooks for free, all you
need is a library card! Warning though,
Audiobooks are pretty large, so you’ll want
to use a WIFI connection to download
them unless you have unlimited data.
Next on my list is a photo editing app
called Snapseed. It’s amazingly easy to
use and has a wide variety of effects you
can use. It is as close as I have found to a
usable version of Photoshop on a phone;
I am truly impressed by its features and
capabilities.
If you have an Android device, you
already have a google account. If you don’t,
you should, because the free online storage
and free email is great. Not only that but
the google suite offers free document
writing, spreadsheets and, most important
for your phone, the google drive app that
allows you access to your files anywhere
you are.
Substitute Teachers needed for all grade levels.
If you have a four-year degree but not in education, consider becoming
a Short-Call Substitute. Licensing information can be found at http://
education.state.mn.us/MDE/EdExc/Licen/index.html or by calling MN
Department of Education at 651-582-8691.
If you are licensed to teach please contact Josie at 384-4274 ext. 1100
to be put on our Substitute call list.
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Wrenshall School & Community News
Fire Prevention Week in Third Grade
By: Mrs. vermeersch
D
urInG tHe WeeK of october 6-10,
Wrenshall third graders spent time
learning about fire prevention. Special guests
came to teach us about the equipment fire
fighters wear and use.
Fire fighter and paramedic Chad
vermeersch talked to the students about
the protective gear he needs to battle a
fire. The children were really excited to
try it all on! In all cases, the gear was
way too big, leading to tons of laughs!
However, fire prevention in your own
house is no laughing matter. Students
were taught what to do if a fire started
in their house and were told to talk to
their parents about a fire exit plan. They
learned a lot of useful information and
had some great questions!
Fire fighter and first responder royce
lattu and first responder Joanne lattu
showed the students all the different
equipment that you would find on a
fire truck. The students learned about
how much water the truck held, where
the tools were located, what types of
tools were on the truck, and why they were
needed. The students were also able to see
the inside of the truck and look at the panel
that the fire fighters use to control the water.
The visits were great ways of emphasizing
the importance of fire prevention. A big
thank you from the third graders to our
guests!
Exemplary Student of the Month: D’Angelo
e
Kuehnow
IGHtH GrADer D’AnGelo
KueHnoW is the son of lynn and
Kevin Kuehnow. He has two sisters,
Bryanna (grade 7) and Angelina (grade
6). About receiving this award, D’Angelo
said, “I am proud to have received such an
award because I’ve made big improvements
compared to last year.”
Favorite Subject: D’Angelo’s favorite
subject is english because, he says, “I like
how the assignments usually ask for my
opinion. It’s more fun for me as a student.”
Activities: D’Angelo enjoys biking and
running. He also assists his 82-year-old
next door neighbor whenever help is
needed like cutting the grass, cleaning the
roof, and installing lights.
Academic Student of the Month: Tatum
J
Swanson
unIor tAtuM SWAnSon is the
daughter of trish and Joel Swanson.
She has two sisters, Chloe (grade 12) and
Alexis (grade 3) and a brother, tyler (a
Wrenshall and uMD graduate). About
receiving this award, tatum said, “I am
proud to have received this award because
it proves that all my hard work and
dedication has paid off. I work hard on my
homework and really focus on my grades.”
tatum is part of the PreP cohort and
Wrens volleyball team. She is also the
manager of the football and boys basketball
teams. She is involved in Student Council
and Peer Helpers. outside of school,
tatum enjoys babysitting.
Favorite Subject: “My favorite subject is
College Algebra because I like solving the
problems. I feel a sense of accomplishment
once I arrive at the answer to a long
question.”
Hobbies: tatum enjoys movie nights and
spending time with her friends, playing
volleyball, playing tennis with her dad, and
hiking in Jay Cooke State Park.
Post High School Plans: tatum plans
to attend college and would like to be a
physical therapist.
International Cultural Exchange Services Orientation
I
Wrens Elementary Basketball
Wrenshall School’s K-6 basketball program is a parent run
program under the name Wrens Elementary Basketball. Volunteer
parents organize and coordinate the program and coach the
students. Grades K-2 is instructional ball and Grades 3-6 join the Arrowhead Youth
Basketball League (AYBL). The AYBL provides the kids with the opportunity to play
games against area schools. The games are held on Saturdays and each grade is
required to host once at their school.
In order for our Wrens program to continue to be successful, we need more parent
volunteers. Parent volunteers are not limited to only parents of student athletes. If
you have an interest in coaching or even assistant coaching, please contact Joanne
Lattu at 218-391-8311. Besides coaches, our program needs many volunteers to run
the scoreboard and concessions and to ref on our hosting dates. It would be great
to have a list of parent names to contact for availability on our hosting dates. If you’d
like to get involved in our program and have your name placed on the volunteer list,
contact Joanne Lattu by phone (218-391-8311), text or email (jlattu28@gmail.com).
Wrenshall High School November and
December Boys Basketball Schedule
Nov. 22
Nov. 24
Dec. 2
Dec. 5
Dec. 9
Dec. 11
Dec. 12
Dec. 16
Dec. 18
Dec. 19
Hinckley Jamboree
Marshall
South Ridge
Floodwood
LCA
Ogilvie
McGregor
Hill City
Chisholm
Cromwell
Away
Home
Away
Home
Home
Away
Away
Away
Home
Home
11:30 a.m.
7:15 p.m.
7:15 p.m.
7:15 p.m.
7:15 p.m.
1:00 p.m.
7:15 p.m.
7:15 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
7:15 p.m.
CeS, International Cultural exchange
food, a bed (not necessarily in a private
Services, would like to thank all of our
room), and most importantly a loving family
host families for opening their homes to our
environment. Families interested in hosting
students. We would also like to thank St.
will have the opportunity to broaden their
Francis Catholic Church for providing our
horizons, provide a unique contribution to
meeting place and officer tory Cawcutt for
their community and make a positive impact
discussing American laws with our students.
on youth exchange.
Across the united States host families are
Call Arlette Haupt at 384-4096 to host a
asked to open up their hearts and homes to
January, semester, or full year student.
help build bridges of
friendship that will
last a lifetime. each
student will become
a part of your family;
you will be able to
share our American
Culture with them
while learning
about their home
country. Students
have their own
Officer Tory Cawcutt, Dominik Mokris from Slovakia and Ana Lu
spending money
Passanezi from Brazil living with Arlette and Ron Haupt, Alberto
and insurance. We Hernandez from Spain living with Matt & Kristie Laveau, Jonas Andersen
ask each family to
from Norway hosted in Roseville, Lennart Claus from Germany living with
treat the student as Robert and Tricia Tumberg and Viktor Hultman from Sweden living with
their own, providing Paul and Kathy Skarman.
Wrenshall High School December
Girls Basketball Schedule
Dec. 1
Dec. 2
Dec. 4
Dec. 11
Dec. 16
Dec. 18
Dec. 22
Marshall
Hinckley
Floodwood
McGregor
LCA
Cromwell
Chisholm
Home
Home
Away
Home
Away
Away
Away
7:15 p.m.
7:15 p.m.
7:15 p.m.
7:15 p.m.
7:15 p.m.
7:15 p.m.
7:15 p.m.
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November 2014
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
1
2
Daylight Saving Time Ends
Wednesday
2
3
No School, Teacher Inservice
Friday
Saturday
1
4
Hatchlings and Little Wrens
9
Thursday
3
10
5
Hatchlings and Little Wrens
11
Hatchlings and Little Wrens
6
Hatchlings and Little Wrens
12
Hatchlings and Little Wrens
7
8
E.C.F.E.
13
Early Childhood Screening
14
E.C.F.E.
15
Soup & Chili Feed
Holyoke Town Hall, see pg 11
Veteran's Day Program, 10am
Explore Test
Basket Class, 5pm
COTW Mtg. 6pm Library
16
17
18
Walking Club Begins, see pg 8
Hatchlings and Little Wrens
Bookmobile, see pg 9
Plan Test
images Deadline
Fall Band Concert, 7pm
19
Hatchlings and Little Wrens
20
Hatchlings and Little Wrens
21
E.C.F.E.
22
BBB @ Hinckley
City of the North Parade
Scholastic Book Fair Begins
School Board Mtg. 6pm Library
23
Conferences
24
25
Hatchlings and Little Wrens
26
No School
27
No School
28
29
No School
Scholastic Book Fair Ends
BBB v. Marshall and
Alumni Night, see pg 1
Conferences
30
Coming up: Blood Drive, Pool Opens, Science Fair Forms Due, and first Girls Basketball game all on December 1st !
Reminder: The cost for extra milk/juice is $.45. School meals come with one milk/juice. Any extra
taken will be charged to your child’s account. Please check your child’s lunch account balance often.
November Breakfast and Lunch Menu
Monday
No School
Cold Cereal, Oatmeal Bar
Juice, Milk
Chili
Grilled Cheese
Fruit, Milk
Cold Cereal, Oatmeal Bar
Juice, Milk
Whole Grain Corn Dogs
Broccoli
Fruit, Milk
Cold Cereal, Oatmeal Bar
Juice, Milk
Whole Grain Fish Nuggets
Sweet Potato Puffs
Fruit, Milk
3
10
17
24
Tuesday
Egg and Cheese Flatbread
Juice, Milk
Whole Grain Chicken Nuggets
Sweet Potato Puffs, Pretzels
Fruit, Milk
Breakfast Pizza
Juice, Milk
Turkey and Cheese Subs
Carrot Sticks
Fruit, Milk
Waffles, Sausage
Juice, Milk
WG Chicken Patty on a Bun
Carrots
Fruit, Milk
Breakfast on a Stick
Juice, Milk
4
11
18
25
Wednesday
Cold Cereal, Yogurt
Juice, Milk
Turkey Hotdog
Baked Beans
Fruit, Milk
Cold Cereal, Yogurt
Juice, Milk
Meatballs with Gravy
Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli
WG Bread, Fruit, Milk
Cold Cereal, Yogurt
Juice, Milk
BBQ Pork on a Bun
Acorn Squash
Fruit, Milk
No School
5
12
19
Thursday
French Toast
Juice, Milk
Scalloped Potatoes and Ham
Whole Grain Bread
Fruit, Milk
Pancakes, Sausage
Juice, Milk
6
Cold Cereal, Muffin
Juice, Milk
7
Whole Grain Chicken and
Cheese Burrito, Lettuce, Tomatoes
Salsa, Brown Rice, Fruit, Milk
13
14
Cold Cereal, Muffin
Juice, Milk
Soft Shell Chicken Tacos
Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Salsa
Refried Beans, Fruit, Milk
20
Breakfast Pizza
Juice, Milk
Lemon Pepper Chicken Drumstick
Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
WG Bread, Fruit, Milk
26
27
No School
Turkey, Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes
Gravy, Cranberries
Fruit, Milk
Menu subject to change without notice.
Please check your student’s lunch account balance on Parent Portal.
Please call Michelle at 384-4274 x1101 with any questions.
Friday
Fish Fillet on WG Bun
Green Beans
Fruit, Milk
Cold Cereal, Muffin
Juice, Milk
Pizza
Corn
Fruit, Milk
No School
21
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2014 Science Fair
The 48th annual school science fair will be held Monday, December 8, 2014 and
Tuesday, December 9, 2014.
Monday, December 8: Exhibits of all projects will be set up during the day in the
Commons and judged that same evening.
Tuesday, December 9: The projects will be available for student viewing during the
school day and again from 3:30-7:30 p.m. for the general public.
A “Grand” Visit
By: Mrs. Vermeersch
O
ur third grade class had some
special visitors in late September. We
were learning about stories that can be told
over again and again and about how those
stories were usually from grandparents
A $1.00 donation should accompany each entry form in order to offset the cost of the fair.
First prize is $10.00, second is $6.00, and third is $2.00 in K-3, 4-6, 7-9, 10-12, and
research paper divisions. All entries will receive ribbons.
Please turn in your entry form as soon as possible. The deadline for your entry form is
Monday, December 1. For further information, contact Mrs. Tracy: 384-4274 ext. 1301
or at stracy@wrenshall.k12.mn.us.
Please detach the bottom portion and keep the upper portion for a reminder of the dates.
our special guests. The students loved
listening to each of the stories that were
told. They learned about what going to
school was like in the past, and about how
our school has changed over the years. They
were shocked to learn about having no
television and having to listen to the radio for
entertainment. Each grandparent shared a
little about themselves and a little about their
grandchild here in our class.
What a wonderful
opportunity it was for the
students to share in each of
these stories. Thank you from
Mrs. Vermeersch’s class to our
grandparents for taking time
out of your schedules to share
with us!
Name___________________________ Age______ Grade_______
Title of Project __________________________________________
Do you need more than one standard space?___________________
Do you need electricity?___________________________________
Please attach $1.00 for each student and return to Mrs. Tracy.
Thank you.
passing them down through the
generations. After we read many
stories about grandparents and
their grandchildren, we invited
some of our grandparents into our
room to share their stories.
Marge Hillman, John FisherMerritt, and Sally Myers became
images
December Deadline: November 15
Tape four quarters or a dollar bill here for each student.
Can you believe it’s that time again! Science fair time is drawing near. The science fair will be held early again this year, so
please mark your calendars for Monday, December 8th and Tuesday, December 9th.
The science fair is open to grades K-12 and we hope to see some interesting and exciting
projects, papers, demonstrations and models. If you are interested in participating, please turn in your entry form as soon as possible. Entry forms will be passed out in early
November. In addition, an entry form can be found above. If another form is needed, please feel free to obtain a copy from Mrs. Tracy.
Students who are entering the science fair will need to have their projects completed and ready for set up on Monday, December 8, 2014. Judging of the projects will be
completed the evening of the 8th. The judged projects will be available for viewing December 9th from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm for students and from 3:30 pm to 7:30 pm for
the general public.
The deadline for your completed entry form is Monday, December 1, 2014. The entry fee is $1.00/student to help with costs for ribbons and prizes. Projects are due
Monday, December 8, 2014 and judging will begin that afternoon and evening. First, second and third prizes will be awarded in K-3, 4-6, 7-9, 10-12 and research paper
divisions. All entries will receive ribbons.
TIPS FOR ENTRANTS: The main purpose of creating a science fair project is to explore an area of interest in science and to communicate to others what you have learned. This
can be a very rewarding experience, not only because of the new knowledge and problem solving skills that are learned, but also because of the opportunities to advance to
regional, state and international competitions where students can win substantial monetary awards, trips to national science labs and even four-year, expense-paid college
scholarships. When conducting a science fair project, you should first pick a research topic that is of personal interest such as a hobby or an area of science that you might
find enjoyable to explore. There are many different categories of topics from which to choose. There are some useful links on the science fair website to help you find a topic
you will find interesting. The Library Media Center is a great resource for gathering information. Once your broad topic has been established, narrow it by asking very specific
questions. Next, conduct experiments using available time and resources to find answers to those questions. Remember to start your projects early! You can visit the Science
Fair website on the Wrenshall home page and find links and other helpful information for ideas on topics and how to put your science fair board together. Successful projects
are those where the student experimented, collected and analyzed data instead of just reciting information from a book, magazine or Internet site. Successful projects follow
the basic steps of the scientific method: purpose, procedure, hypothesis, materials, data and conclusion. Information should be displayed neatly on a project board. It is also
important to remember that the project is to be your work. Parents and teachers can help plan, guide and make suggestions, but may not do the project for you.
If you have any questions about the fair, where to get ideas, where to find supplies or just general questions, please do not hesitate to call Mrs. Tracy at 384-4272 x1301.
Happy Experimenting!
2014-2015 Food Services Program Costs
LUNCH
LUNCH
LUNCH
BREAKFAST
& LUNCH
BREAKFAST
& LUNCH
Grades 1-12
Grade K &
Full Price Reduced Rate
Elementary
High School
Reduced
Grades 1-6
Full Price
High School
Full Price
$2.25
$2.40
FREE
MONTH
NUMBER OF DAYS
BREAKFAST BREAKFAST
Extra Milk
Board approved May 21, 2014 - These costs are "per student".
November
16
$19.20
$36.00
$38.40
$55.20
$57.60
$7.20
2014-2015 MEAL PRICES
December
17
$20.40
$38.25
$40.80
$58.65
$61.20
$7.65
January
19
$22.80
$42.75
$45.60
$65.55
$68.40
$8.55
February
18
$21.60
$40.50
$43.20
$62.10
$64.80
$8.10
March
22
$26.40
$49.50
$52.80
$75.90
$79.20
$9.90
April
17
$20.40
$38.25
$40.80
$58.65
$61.20
$7.65
May
18
$21.60
$40.50
$43.20
$62.10
$64.80
$8.10
Reduced Breakfast
Kindergarten Breakfast
Grade 1-6 Breakfast
Secondary Breakfast
Adult Breakfast
Reduced Lunch (all grades)
Elementary Lunch
Secondary Lunch
Adult Lunch
Extra Milk/Juice (all grades)
June
3
$3.60
$6.75
$7.20
$10.35
$10.80
$1.35
Full Price
Rate
no charge
FREE
no charge
$1.20
Full Price
$3.45 PER DAY $3.60 PER DAY
45¢
FREE
FREE
$1.20
$1.20
$1.85
FREE
$2.25
$2.40
$3.35
$ .45
These fees were Board approved
on May 21, 2014.
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COMMUNITY EDUCATION CONTACT INFORMATION
Director: Julie Jacobson
E-mail:commedu@wrenshall.k12.mn.us•Phone:(218)384-4274x1410•Offi
ceHours:PartTime—Wednesdays10:00a.m.-3:00p.m.andFridays10:00a.m.-3:00p.m.
*The best way to get a hold of me if I’m out of the office is by e-mail. All e-mails will be answered within 24 hours and all phone messages will be returned on my posted office days.*
Community Education Advisory Council: nick Shanda, Cindy Washenesky, Amy Sheda, terri Thell, Debbie nyberg and Board representative tony Sheda
Lynn’s Tool Basket
Walking Club
Walking club is an opportunity for all ages
to walk in the school; a safe, indoor location.
to register, please complete the Community
ed class registration form. We will mail you
a badge that must be worn while walking.
This is a great basket that will be woven on
a 5” x 10” Williamsburg handle. It is made
especially to hold your spoke weight… It
is 16” long! It looks great sitting by your
fireplace with pinecone fire starters in it.
very versatile basket that you will find many
uses for. There is some color on the side of
the basket. Please let me know what color
you would like at least one week in advance
(pziburski@aol.com). Choose from navy,
burgundy, dark green or brown accent
colors. Come and join the fun. Bring an
old towel, tape measure, pencil and a pan to
soak reed.
Date: Thursday, november 13th
time: 5-9 p.m.
location: Home ec room
Instructor: Patty ziburski
Fee: $43 (includes supplies, instructor fee,
and facility fee)
registration Deadline: november 4th
register with Wrenshall Community ed
Wagon Wheel Basket
Dates: Weekdays, november 17-March 31
on days school is in session
time: 7-8 a.m.
location: Wrenshall School
Fee: Free
register with Wrenshall Community ed
THE POOL WILL
st
OPEN DECEMBER 1
See the next issue of the images for a
schedule of pool activities.
Warm, exciting Fall Fest
F
All FeSt WeeKenD started out right, with the varsity
football team winning their game against Isle! A school
dance followed. Come Saturday morning, the school spirit and
food were not lacking! There was pie, baked goods, taco in a bag,
brats, burgers, caramel apples, apple cider, and plenty of eggs (for
an egg toss, that is!).
There were various contests and drawings, the most popular
being “Cow Patty BInGo”. Chris Galo won our pie eating
contest! He left with a full stomach and a $100 gift card to l&M.
renee Duncan won a drawing for a free night stay and buffet for 2 at Black Bear Casino
resort. As usual, we had a great turn out for the tractor Pull. Congratulations to all who
participated! Below lists those who placed 1st-3rd in their age groups.
other activities enjoyed by the community included free access to a bounce house, free face
painting, a book swap, pony rides, children’s games, and vendor/craft booths. The weekend
wrappedupwithamovieinthebarn—aperfectendingtoawarmfallday.Th
ankyoutoall
who supported this event by attending!
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:
Community Printing, Doucette’s Party rental, Wrenshall volunteer Fire Department, Del
zotto, Silver Brook township, north Country Waste & recycling, Walmart, and Fdl Band of
lake Superior Chippewa.
trACtor Pull reSultS (1St-3rD PlACe):
This basket is fun to make and I am sure
you will find many uses for it. It has a
beautiful ash handle, filled bottom, and is
accented with brown reed and a medium
blue wagon wheel design. Come and join
the fun. Bring an old towel, tape measure,
pencil and a pan to soak reed.
Date: Thursday, December 11th
time: 5-9 p.m.
location: Home ec room
Instructor: Patty ziburski
Fee: $43 (includes supplies, instructor fee,
and facility fee)
registration Deadline: november 18th
register with Wrenshall Community ed
Age 4
1. Bridgette Kent
2 .logan roe
3. Anton Sheda
21.7
19.9
16.5
Age 8
1. tom reynolds
2. tyler West
3. Judah Sjodin
23.9
22.7
21.8
Age 5
1. teagn tessier
2. Kiara Ankrum
3. Henry napoli
Full
26.7
25.9
Age 9
1. Janae Sjodin
2. Jackson Schmitz
3. Peyton Johnson
27.2
24.0
20.5
Age 6
1. Cayden Manning
2. Jeshua Sjodin
3. McKenna Smith
22.1
17.3
13.10
Age 10
1. Corey Despot
2. tavonte Stevens
3. Darren roe
25.6
24.0
15.1
Age 7
1. elizabeth Johnson
2. Isaiah West
3. Jameson olson
Full, weight added, 24.8
Full, weight added, 21.0
24.8
Age 11
1. Brock House
2. zeke rousseau
3. Anne Mattson
25.4
22.5
19.7
images is on the web!
GYMNASIUM
SIGNS AVAILABLE
ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS!
Wrenshall Booster Club is
offering ad space in the gym.
Any businesses interested in an
advertising sign in the Wrenshall
Gymnasium please contact
Jim Denney at 384-4917 or
Amy Sheda at 384-9925.
See it in full color at www.wrenshall.k12.mn.us
WHere to reGISter:
When registering, make sure to send your registration to the
correct location with payment made out to that program.
WrenSHAll CoMMunIty eD
207 Pioneer Drive
Wrenshall, Mn 55797
218-384-4274 ext. 1410
CArlton CoMMunIty eD
Po Box 310
Carlton, Mn 55718
218-384-4464
eSKo CoMMunIty eD
Po Box 10
esko, Mn 55733
218-879-4038
CloQuet CoMMunIty eD - 879-1261
CoMMunIty eDuCAtIon ClASS reGIStrAtIon
nAMe
.
ClASS
.
ADDreSS
.
PHone
.
PAyMent
.
Please Circle: pre-k grades k-5 grades 6-12 age 19-54 age 55+
If participant is under 18 years old, parent or guardian signature is required.
SIGnAture
.
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Wrenshall Wrens Club
’S
Wrenshall Wrens Club (Latchkey) is still taking
registrations for the 2014/2015 School year!
:
Wrenshall Wrens Club (W.W.C.) is a flexible and affordable child care option,
available before and after school for children in preschool-6th grade. Cost is
$3/hr for the first child and $2.75/hr for additional children in the family.
(Home Game)
e. Hours extended to Midnight for tonight only!
($6 -Bring your own flashlight)
27th:
Fall
Bring Some,
Take Some!
$500 Call 218-384-4274 X1307 for tickets
mmunity Ed Booth
Fun!
New this Year — W.W.C. will be offering Monday-Friday care for 3 and 4 year
olds in our Hatchlings and Little Wrens programs. Hatchlings may attend
W.W.C. before and after their 9-11a.m. class**. Little Wrens may attend
W.W.C. before their 11:45 class start (as well as after school). Both Hatchlings
and Little Wrens students may attend W.W.C. all day on Mondays and Fridays.
Print registration* form found online or request a mailed paper copy by calling
384-4274 x1411 or email latchkey@wrenshall.k12.mn.us.
*Please note, you must register every year.
**Please note, Wrenshall School is unable to bus 3 year olds.
Pull (Register by noon- Ages 4-11)
BOOK MOBILE
ers, Hairstyles, Caricatures, Apple
ok Swap, Kid’s Games, Face Painting,
ouse, Blood Drive and MORE!
PM BARN MOVIE NIGHT featuring
tes from the Free Range Film Festival.
ppropriate for children and fun for adults. Popcorn
and pop for sale, bring your own blanket.
(Corner of County Road 1 & 4)
The Arrowhead Library System’s Bookmobile stops at the Silver Brook Town Hall every three
weeks on Mondays from 11:05 to 11:40 a.m. The Silverbrook Town Hall is located on the
corner of Alcohol Road and County Road 1 in Wrenshall. Please try to take advantage of this
great service. The Bookmobile not only has books — movies and music are also available to
check out. The Bookmobile will be here again on the below 2014 dates. Watch future issues of
images for 2015 dates.
Monday, November 17th
Monday, December 8th
Monday, December 29th
Questions? Please call city hall at 384-3680.
HOLYOKE TOWN BOARD
town Board Meetings are held the second tuesday
of every month at the town Hall.
GeorgeHaynes•Supervisor•496-5725
DaveRoper•Supervisor•496-0667
ChristieGould•Supervisor•522-1137
Holyoke township has a new area of its cemetery available for gravesites.
Interested individuals should contact a township supervisor for more
information.
SILVER BROOK TOWNSHIP
eleCtIon DAy: tuesday, november 4, 2014, polls open 7 a.m. - 8 p.m.
PleASe note regular Meeting CHAnGe:
Monday, november 10, 2014, 7:00 p.m.
Please visit us online at: www.silverbrooktownship.org
2014 Board Members:
Duane laveau, Chairman/road Supervisor: 384-3493
Brian Johnson, vice-Chairman/Building Supervisor: 384-4541
Steve Conley, Supervisor/Cemetery Supervisor: 384-3824
tina zinter, treasurer: 384-9803
Alieca Johnson, Clerk: 384-9881
attention
parents of
graduating
seniors:
Senior Portraits,
Baby Pictures
and Parent
Dedications are
all due by Friday,
December 19th.
Please submit pictures
and messages to Ms.
Kidd in the art room.
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Wrenshall Early Childhood
A Parent Aware 4 Star Rated Program
Early Childhood Family Education • Hatchlings • Little Wrens
Anna Baciak, Early Childhood Coordinator, 384-4274 Ext. 1412
Mary LaFave, Early Childhood Aide • Jackie Kedrowski, ECFE Parent Educator
Awesome October! October is one of the best months of the school year in preschool because it means the arrival of our favorite
visitors — the Wrenshall Firefighters! During national fire safety week, our local celebrities drop by to teach the children all about what
they do to keep us safe. They did a wonderful job this year emphasizing how firefighters are our friends and that the children do not
have to be afraid of them, even when they are wearing all their strange gear. As usual, the trying on of giant fire jackets and safety
helmets was a big hit with many students. We also had a fantastic time in the classroom creating really neat flame paintings, making
spotted Dalmatian dogs, playing fire truck games, and singing songs about
being a firefighter. The Little Wrens and Hatchlings also took some time to learn
about many other important community
helpers, such as librarians, police officers, and
postal workers.
There sure was a lot
of mail delivered in
the dramatic play
area that week!
Important Dates:
 November 13th — Early Childhood
Screening
 November 20th and 25th —
Conferences for Little Wrens
Our E.C.F.E. class is off to a wonderful start!
We have a great group of parents and families having fun
playing and getting to know one another. There is always room
for more families if you would like to join us on Friday mornings!
Here are some nifty November activities to do as a family!
 Play a wild game of pin the wattle on the turkey! All you have to
do is draw a big turkey to hang on the wall and cut out a wattle
from red paper for each player. Then you blindfold each person,
give them a good spin, and let the laughter ensue!
 Since Thanksgiving means lots of food, have your little one practice
their cooking skills on an easy recipe. Make mini pumpkin pies by
filling miniature graham cracker crusts with a mixture of vanilla
pudding (3 spoonfuls) and canned pumpkin (1 spoonful). Simply
add some whip cream on the top and you have a yummy treat!
Make sure to introduce your kids to the concepts of recipes and
measurements.
 To make a neat turkey picture, use a dish or bottle brush dipped in
paint to create textured feathers. Then, either cut out a body from
construction paper or draw your own.
E.C.F.E Calendar
Friday mornings from 10:00 a.m. to
11:30 a.m.
November 2014
7, 14, 21
December 2014
5, 12
Hatchlings and
Little Wrens Calendar
Hatchlings have class Tuesdays,
Wednesdays and Thursdays from
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Little Wrens have class Tuesdays,
Wednesdays and Thursdays from
11:45 a.m. to 3:08 p.m. Calendar
subject to change.
November 2014
4, 5, 6, 11, 12,
18, 19, 20, 25
December 2014
2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11,
16, 17, 18, 23
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Wrenshall School & Community News
Area Worship Services
Bethesda Evangelical
Lutheran Church
204 5th Street, Carlton
Website - www.bethesdacarlton.org
Email - bethesda55718@msn.com
(218)384-4501
Pastor Michael Fossen
Sunday Worship: 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
Coffee Fellowship: 9:15 a.m.
Sunday School: 9:15 a.m.
Elim Lutheran Church
2077 County Road 6, Barnum
(218)389-3129
Pastor John Sippola
Sunday Worship: 9:00 a.m.
Education Hour: 10:30 a.m. (All Ages)
First Presbyterian Church
119 Broadway, P.O. Box 128, Wrenshall
(218)384-9415
Email: firstpcw@gmail.com
Sunday Worship: 9:00 a.m.
Coffee Fellowship: 10:00 a.m.
Pastors: Rev. Bob and Rev. Sue Goodin
Fond du Lac Community Church
13104 W. 6th St., Duluth
626-3309
9:00 a.m. Sunday School
10:00 a.m. Worship Service
Holyoke Community Church
Holyoke Town Hall
Pastor John Sippola
Worship: 6:00 p.m. on the 1st and 3rd
Sundays of each month.
Fellowship before worship
J.M. Paine Presbyterian Church
506 Chestnut Carlton
(218)384-4434
Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m.
Faith Explorers: Wednesdays 5-7 p.m.
City Minutes
WRENSHALL CITY COUNCIL
Minutes of Regular Meeting
September 4, 2014, 7:00 p.m.
Attendance: Duane Ziebarth, John Tanner,
Gary Butala, Melvin Martindale, Mike
Hyland, Alieca Johnson, Renae House, Todd
Hagen, Ellen Pillsbury, Chad Pfau, Dolores
Dennie, Charles Beck and Deb Salo.
Motion by Martindale; seconded by Tanner
to approve the Agenda as presented with the
addition of Deb Salo under Presentations and
New Business c)Action: Goad Road Washout
Repair. Motion carried.
Motion by Butala; seconded by Martindale
to approve the Consent Agenda including
checks as follows:
Pre-paids: #26113-#26122=$6,742.40;
Payroll: #26123-#26133=$3,939.12;
August bills: #26134-#26141 & 09/04/14-1
thru –3=$2,534.26; and Electronic Transfers:
DC08/14-1 > -6; 08/12/14-1 > -3. Motion
carried.
Deb Salo presented the Council with copies
of a new plat drawing and legal description
for Wrenshall Street as prepared by Bill
Hayden. Motion by Martindale; seconded by
Butala for the following Resolution:
WHEREAS; Deb Salo has attended Planning
Commission and City Council meetings
requesting that Wrenshall Street be moved
to the west to allow for development on her
residential lot; and
WHEREAS; Ms. Salo owns two parcels
directly to the west of her residence and has
hired Hayden Land Surveying to survey and
develop a plat delineating a new location for
Wrenshall Street on Lot 12, Block 2; and
WHEREAS; Ms. Salo has agreed to install
curb and gutter at the new intersection of
Goad and Wrenshall Street.
St. Francis Catholic Church
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
that Wrenshall Street as currently delineated
shall hereby be vacated; and
St. John’s Lutheran Church
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that
Wrenshall Street shall be rededicated and
placed of record with the Carlton County
Recorder’s Office. Said street shall hereinafter
be legally described as follows:
509 Sunrise Drive, Carlton
Pastor: David Tushar/384-4563
Mass: Saturday: 4:00 p.m.
Sunday: 8:00 a.m.
(Missouri Synod)
417 Alcohol Road, Wrenshall
www.stjohnswrenshall.com
Pastor: John Knierim/218-330-6788
Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m.
Sunday School: 10:00 a.m.
Sts. Mary & Joseph Church
1225 Mission Road, Sawyer
Church 878-1146
Pastor: David Tushar/384-4563
Sunday Mass: 10:30 a.m.
SonLife Community Church
Worship: 10:00 a.m.
Kid Connection (K-4th) and Nursery
(0-5yr) during worship services.
Pastor Paul Devall
(218)384-4760
P.O. Box 153, Wrenshall, MN
Meeting at Wrenshall School
www.sonlifechurch.com
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CITY OF WRENSHALL
REGULAR MONTHLY
MEETING DATES:
November 6, 2014
December 4, 2014
January 8, 2015
Meetings are 7:00 p.m. at City Hall
City Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday, 8:00 – Noon
Our phone number is: 384-3680
For other meetings, events or
information visit our website at:
cityofwrenshall.com
“The West 66.00 feet of Lot 12, Block 1, of
the recorded plat of “Revision of Mainstreet
Plat” according to the plat thereof on file and
of record in the office of the Carlton County
Recorder.”
Ziebarth-YES; Tanner-YES; Butala-YES;
Martindale-YES; Hyland-YES.
Motion by Hyland; seconded by Martindale
to reimburse Deb Salo one-half of the cost
of the survey or $1,000 due to errors in the
previous legal description which would
have made it necessary to have the area
resurveyed. Motion carried.
Todd Hagen provided an overview of the
bond refinancing process. It is hoped that
the City will be able to save 2% points or
approximately $30-$40,000. Motion by
Tanner; seconded by Martindale to hire
Ehlers to develop an arbitrage policy and
procedures as part of the rebonding process.
Motion carried. Motion by Butala; seconded
by Martindale to adopt Resolution 14-05
Providing for the Sale of $555,000 General
Obligation Water System Improvement
Refunding Bonds, Series 2014A (attached).
Ziebarth-YES; Tanner-YES; Butala-YES;
Martindale-YES; Hyland-YES.
Ellen Pillsbury provided the City with the
final Wrenshall Safe Routes to School Plan
adopted August 2014. The next step is to
apply for funds for pedestrian and radar
speed signs. Ellen will work with the school
to apply for funds from Minnesota Power
and other sources.
Fire Department: After a meeting with
Chris Gustafson it was determined that the
proposed addition should not proceed. The
school construction class will be asked to seal
the garage door on the south, and to provide
a quote for building a separate moveable
shed. Thank you was given to Silver Brook
Soup
& Chili Feed
Saturday, November 15th
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
and also
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Holyoke Community Church will be hosting its annual Soup & Chili Feed
for Hunters, Community, Friends & Family on Saturday, November 15th
from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and again from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the
Holyoke Town Hall in Holyoke, Minnesota.
Everyone Welcome!
Come as you are – bright orange clothing welcome!
Free Will Donation.
Cribbage
Like to play? Want to learn?
Plan to attend on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. starting
Wednesday, January 7, 2015.
St. John’s Lutheran Church
417 Alcohol Road
Wrenshall, Minnesota
Refreshments to be served.
EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO COME!
Contact Gary Halverson at 218-389-0025 for more information.
Township for the donation of $4,325 to
cover the cost of tracks for the UTV. The
Department responded to 10 runs in August;
8 medical and 2 fire.
Clerk: There has been a request by a resident
to consider installing speed bumps on Goad
to reduce speed. The office has looked into
different options including removable speed
bumps. The City of Cohasset has a number
of sets that they would be willing to borrow
out or possibly sell. Arrangements will be
made for maintenance staff to pick them up.
AT&T: The signed copy of the Second
Amendment has now been received. The
Third Amendment has been reviewed and
approved by Frank Yetka. Motion by Butala;
seconded by Tanner to execute and return
the Third Amendment as presented. Motion
carried. Clarification was made that the
first three rental payments each year will be
deposited into the Water Tower Fund and
remaining payments to the Water Fund.
Pioneer Mobile Home Park/I & I: A letter
has been sent to Dave Lindberg detailing
problems and asking for a timeline for
repairs. No response has been received to
date. If no action is taken prior to November
non-compliance fees will be applied.
Carlton Ambulance: A meeting has been
set for Tuesday, September 16, 2014, at the
Thomson City Hall to discuss the proposed
ambulance billings. Duane Ziebarth and
John Tanner will attend the meeting on the
City’s behalf.
Quotes from Sinnott Blacktopping and
Kiminski Paving for repair of the parking
lot, tennis court, and Pioneer drive from
Broadway to Industrial Parkway were
considered. Bids were as follows:
SINNOTT KIMINSKI
Tennis Court
$3930
$1760
City Hall
Parking Lot
$5590
$2840
Pioneer (CSAH #1
– Industrial)
$4961
$4-7,500
ft/.89/ft + $1505
Motion by Martindale; seconded by Ziebarth
to accept Kiminski’s proposals and to have
work completed this fall if possible. Motion
carried.
Motion by Ziebarth; seconded by Martindale
to recommend a preliminary 3% increase
in the tax levy for 2015 to be reviewed at the
December business meeting. Ziebarth-YES;
Tanner-YES; Butala-NO, Martindale-YES,
Hyland-YES.
As this is an election year council/mayor
salaries were discussed. No changes were
made.
Repair to upper Goad was discussed. LHB
will be contacted for an opinion on ways to
fix drainage problems. DeCaigny and Laveau
Excavating will be asked for estimates to be
reviewed in October.
Promoting vacant lots throughout the city,
dust control and problems with washouts
were briefly discussed.
Motion by Tanner; seconded by Butala to
adjourn the meeting at 9:00 p.m. Motion
carried.
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The Wrenshall Volunteer Fire Department is accepting applications for exciting career opportunities in fire suppression
technology and/or medical crisis intervention.
NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED – Just the desire to learn new skills that could save your life and those of your family, and to be
part of a volunteer team dedicated to serving our community. FLEXIBLE HOURS – By donating just one evening per month
(additional evenings during your training period), you are guaranteed the personal satisfaction that only comes from
helping others. EXCELLENT BENEFITS – Your fire department offers a liberal pension for those members who complete
10 years of service. To find out more about this unique opportunity, please contact the Wrenshall Fire Department. The
Wrenshall Volunteer Fire Department is An Equal Opportunity Employer.
Remember! If you need to contact the Wrenshall Volunteer Fire Department
for an emergency, dial 9-1-1.
City of Wrenshall
Wrenshall Volunteer Firefighters
Bob Kent Well Drilling
Wrenshall, MN • 218-384-9778
Brickyard Restaurant
Byron and Caroline Johnson
Wrenshall, MN 384-3569
Cloquet Sanitary/North Country
Waste • Randy Crestik
879-3723
DelZotto Products
of Minnesota, 384-3066
Garden Terrace Assisted Living
Kelly Laveau • 426 Mason Drive
Wrenshall • 384-4623
November 2014
Dear Parents and Families:
Reading for pleasure inside and outside of school has real and long-lasting benefits. It unlocks the power
of information and imagination and helps children discover who they are. Here’s what you can do to help
children develop stronger reading skills and a love for reading:
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Set the example. Let children see you read.
Have a collection of books in the home. Update this collection routinely to keep pace with
changing tastes and reading skills.
Support our school’s Book Fair. Allow your children to choose their own books to read.
Our Scholastic Book Fair is a reading event that brings to school the books kids want to read. It’s a wonderful selection of engaging and affordable books for every reading level. Please make plans to visit our
Book Fair and be involved in shaping your child’s reading habits.
Book Fair dates:
Mon. Nov. 17, 8:30-3:30 pm
Tues. Nov. 18, 8:30-3:30 pm
Wed. Nov. 19, 8:30-3:30 pm
Thurs. Nov. 20, 8:30-7:30 pm
Fri. Nov. 21, 8:30-3:30 pm
Mon. Nov. 24, 8:30-3:30 pm
Tues. Nov. 25, 8:30-7:30 pm
Haunted Shack
Buffalo Valley — Buffalo House
“Terror in Buffalo Valley”
Laveau Electric • 384-4001
Matthew & Kristie Laveau
Laveau Excavating & Trucking LLC
John Laveau • 391-2919
Wrenshall, MN
Nature & Judi Carlson
Flower Pounded & Forest ART
Holyoke, MN 218-496-5512
PrintCorp • Carlton • 384-4041
WrenchAll Small Engine
Bob Duncan • 384-3188 • 391-4489
138 Broadway, Wrenshall, MN
Before you visit the Book Fair, be sure to download the Book Fairs app to help you find the right books for
your child. For more information, visit: scholastic.com/apps/bookfairs. And if you are unable to attend
the Fair in person, we invite you to visit our online Book Fair at scholastic.com/fair. Our online Fair is
available from Nov. 12 to Dec. 2.
We look forward to seeing you and your family at our Book Fair!
Remember, all purchases benefit our school.
Wrenshall One Stop Market
Chad and Amanda Pfau
384-3748 • 131 Broadway
Bethesda Lutheran Church
Carlton, MN
First Presbyterian Church
Wrenshall, MN
Sincerely,
Yvonne Wolf, Book Fair Chairperson
St. Francis Church
Carlton, MN
St. John’s Lutheran Church
Wrenshall, MN
Sts. Mary & Joseph Church
Sawyer, MN
SonLife Community Church
Wrenshall, MN
Permission to reproduce this item is granted by Scholastic Book Fairs ®
© 2014 Scholastic Inc. 11677 • 146203
Santa’s Home for the Holidays Dinner
Hosted by Queen of Peace School • Friday, December 5th • 5:00—7:30 p.m. • 102 4th Street, Cloquet
Admission includes a chili and soup dinner, live holiday music, Christmas crafts, face painting for the kids, and complimentary photos with Santa by Alan
Johnson photography. {$6 for ages 11 and up, $4 for ages 4 to 10 and children 3 and under are free with paid adult.} There will also be holiday and homemade
crafts for sale at “Santa’s Workshop”. Come join the fun as we kick off the holiday season! See all the events in Cloquet during the Home for the Holidays
weekend at www.santashomefortheholidays.com