Central Public Schools - Education Is Central

​Dear Parents, As you know, the state is currently contemplating how to safely reopen schools for the 2020-21 school year. In preparation for the state’s decision, all school districts have been required to prepare plans that address three possible scenarios: 1. A full return of students in all schools for in-person learning. 2. A partial return of students in some schools with a hybrid approach of distance learning and in-person learning. 3. No immediate return of any students and a continuation of distance learning. At this time we do not know which scenario will be chosen by the state. The Minnesota Department of Education has said that school districts should expect to receive specific guidance no later than the week of July 27. As part of our district’s planning, multiple subgroups have been formed to consider the instructional, operational and student/staff supports that will be needed in each of these three specific reopening scenarios. Our planning continued this week when dozens of staff members engaged in a reopening summit. The results of this work will be shared with you prior to July 27, along with a survey to gauge what you are planning as a family for the upcoming year. Thank you for your patience, flexibility and understanding as we continue this important work in a manner that’s as thoughtful and timely as possible. Tim Schochenmaier Superintendent

Central Raiders Bus Service is looking for people interested in serving their community while having fun and making money. Help the students in our district enjoy a safe, dependable ride to/from school and activities by signing on with Central Raiders Bus Service! We are currently looking to hire school bus & van drivers! Flexible Hours -- Paid Training -- Signing Bonus – Referral Bonus Possibility to bring your own kids with you! Flexible Hours Typical hours are 6:30-9:30 AM and 2:15-4:45 PM Actual route times vary depending on the area covered. Positions Available Van driver Bus route driver Activities & field trip driver Substitute bus and van driver Requirements Van driver- class D driver’s license Bus driver- CDL w/ school bus & passenger endorsements Don’t have one? We will pay you to train onsite! SIGNING BONUS! $800 signing bonus if you are licensed by the start of the school year. Contact Jon Rumrill in the transportation office Phone: 952-457-9324 Email: jon@fourpointo.com

The 2020 Yearbooks have arrived! We will be setting up a table outside of the High School on Thursday, July 16th for curbside pickup. Yearbooks will be available for pick up from 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. and from 4:00 p.m-6:00 p.m. If you put down a deposit please bring the remainder of your balance to insure pick up. If you have any questions please email kstreet@isd108.org

VACANCY POSTING POSTED: June 29, 2020 POSITION: Part Time Parent Educator (15 – 20 hrs/week) REQUIREMENTS: *Current license in Parent Education is required *Dual license with Early Childhood preferred *Experience in an ECFE program desired *Ability to work collaboratively and maintain positive relationships with students, school, Community Education, parents, instructors, and community members *Current CPR/First Aid certification APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 20, 2020 APPLY TO: Julie Kuenzel Community Education PO Box 367, NYA, MN 55368 NYA, MN 55368 952-467-7391

SCHOOL BOARD MEETING TONIGHT @ 6 PM. We will be meeting in the media center and will take social distancing precautions. **Please wear a mask per MDE guidelines** If you would prefer to join remotely, please contact Andie Franck @ afranck@central.k12.mn.us

Central Public Schools is looking to fill extra curricular vacancies: ~One Act Play Director ~C-Squad Football Coach If you or someone you know is interested, please have them contact Ron Erpenbach @ Rerpenbach@central.k12.mn.us

As the Minnesota Department of Education works closely with the Minnesota Department of Health to plan for the 2020-21 school year, we want to hear from families about their experience with the distance learning this spring. This feedback is extremely valuable to us. This information will allow us to help families as they balance the responsibilities of work and family, while also supporting student learning. http://sgiz.mobi/s3/2020-Parent-Distance-Learning-Feedback-Survey Please share this survey widely with your families and on social media. The survey will close on June 30, 2020. Thank you! Heather Heather Mueller, Ed.D. Deputy Commissioner

Central Public Schools is conducting a communications audit to learn about the effectiveness of our current communications with parents, staff and community members. We will use the responses to this survey to make changes to improve our communication. Your answers will be kept strictly confidential. A third-party independent consultant will analyze the data and provide a report to the Superintendent and School Board. We greatly appreciate you taking a few minutes to provide honest feedback. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CentralParents

CONGRATULATIONS to Lacey Buckentin who won "Best 7th grade essay"!!! She will receive an Amazon gift card from the Rise Up Foundation. https://alaneadams.com/essay-contest/

Senior Band Tribute: CONGRATULATIONS Class of 2020 #RAIDERPRIDE https://youtu.be/SaXNGdqheUw

Bag lunches ending soon! Here is the schedule for the remaining days of the bag lunches: Thursday, May 28th – Meals for Thursday through Sunday. Monday, June 1st – Last day of Meals! You will receive meals for Monday and Tuesday, as Tuesday would have been the last day of school. We have enjoyed being able to offer this service. Have a great summer! Stay healthy and safe!

GREETINGS RAIDER NATION! As you may know by now, we unfortunately will not be able to invite anyone other than immediate family to our graduation ceremony this year. However Central Public Schools will be broadcasting the graduation beginning at 5:45 PM on KLGB Radio (1310 AM/96.1 FM). If you have friends and family that would like to listen to our graduation ceremony and live outside the radio play area, I would encourage you to download the KLGB App, which can be found at https://www.radio.net/s/kglb . Additionally, we will be streaming the graduation ceremony live on our Raider Recap Facebook page. The link to the live feed can be found by using the following link: https://www.facebook.com/norwoodcentralschools/?modal=admin_todo_tour Please feel free to share this information with any extended family and friends that would like to attend our graduation ceremony at a distance. As always, thank you so much for your support of our students and school

The Central school district is going to be holding a staff parade. This is a way for staff and student’s to wave goodbye and share in some positive memories before summer. This parade will be held on Thursday, May 28th, 2020 from 12pm-3pm The following times are approximate: 12:00pm - Start the parade through NYA 1:30pm - Arrive in Hamburg 2:15pm - Arrive in Cologne The order of the parade is flexible, but we will attempt to have ECFE, Elementary, Middle, then High School. Please see the attached routes for each town so that you can find a space on the route if we aren’t going to the street you live on. We hope to see you all out there!

Central High School Student Council is hosting a blood drive on June 25th, 2020 from 1 PM-6 PM @ CHS in the Old Gym. The direct link to sign up is below: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/donation-time It's a crazy/scary time in our world right now; YOUR donations are VERY IMPORTANT and greatly appreciated.

Are you new to the area or wondering how you can get your child registered for the 2020-2021 School Year?? Central Elementary in Norwood Young America is still accepting Kindergarten Registrations! If you would like more information, please contact Mr. Daugs @ 467-7301 or MDaugs@central.k12.mn.us If you would like a registration packet, please contact Kelli Perlich @ 467-7300 or KPerlich@central.k12.mn.us #RAIDERPRIDE

“Not all superheroes wear capes, some having teaching degrees.” ~ Unknown THANK YOU Central Teachers for EVERYTHING you do and for making a difference! #RAIDERPRIDE #WEAPPRECIATEYOU #NATIONALTEACHERAPPRECIATIONDAY

THANK YOU Central Teachers and Staff!! ~Central High School Student Council

SENIOR HONOR STUDENTS Each year KDUZ 1260 AM and 96.5 FM present the “BEST OF THE CLASS" with their Senor Scholar Interviews. This year the two CHS Seniors are Kennedy Pexa and Erin Schultz. Their interviews will air on May 8, 2020 at 3:35 p.m. CONGRATULATIONS Kennedy & Erin!!

SENIORS A NEW LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP IS NOW AVAILABLE! Pro Auto Repair in NYA is offering two $500 scholarships to a senior who will be pursuing a degree in Automotive Repair, Diesel Truck Repair or Small Engine Repair. HURRY this scholarship is due May 11, 2020!

Due to road construction, the Hamburg lunch pickup and book drive will be moved to the Hamburg Park for Monday, April 27th and Thursday April 30th. Lunch pickup and book drive in Cologne and NYA will continue at the regular locations.