Families – You can help generate state aid for your school by completing the Application for Educational Benefits and returning it to your school. You can now fill this application out online through the Parent Portal or print off a copy here and bring into the school office.
Some schools collect income data through a web-based collection system which replaces the paper forms. These are household income statements; only one application is needed per household but each district or charter school in which students in the household are enrolled would need a copy.
Students in households that meet the free or reduced price meal income guidelines will generate compensatory revenue for their school. Schools must use compensatory revenue to meet the needs of students who are behind their peers, such as remedial instruction, instructional materials including digital learning and technology, bilingual programs and additional teachers and teacher aides. These applications may also make teachers in your school eligible for the federal Teacher Loan Forgiveness Program if they have outstanding college loans. However, the household must complete and return the forms, or complete the online form, no later than December 15 so the school can calculate eligibility and report to MDE. This will not impact your students’ eligibility to receive free meals during the 2020-21 school year.
To get enrolled in Parent Portal please contact Jill Boen at jboen@isd166.org. Any questions on the Educational Benefits application please contact Pam Puskala at ppuskala@isd166.org
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/438983/2020-21_Application_for_Educational_Benefits_Packet.pdf
Congratulations to the JV Knowledge Bowl Team (Kyler Hansen, Bryn Fitzgerald-Wells, Paul Dorr, Declan Gergets, Grace Ritchey, Andrew Hallberg) for taking home the 2020 Northeast Cooperative JV Knowledge Bowl Championship today!
They scored 92 points, and the next closest team was at 67.5 points; in Knowledge Bowl that's a huge margin. They took home first place in the fall season, beating arch-nemesis International Falls along with Virginia, Chisholm, Nashwauk-Keewatin, Cromwell-Wright and Northeast Range!
It's called "JV," because it's only open to 9th and 10th graders, but these kids will all do very well at the "Varsity" level meets in the winter/spring that is open to students in grades 9-12.
Just a reminder that there is no school and no meal deliveries on November 25, 26 and 27.
20/21 ELEMENTARY YEARBOOK PHOTO FUN
Please email photo to acarlson@isd166.org by Nov. 30, 2020
KINDERGARTEN: take a picture dressed as your favorite character
FIRST GRADE: take a picture with your pet or stuffed animal
SECOND GRADE: draw a self portrait and take a picture of you with it
THIRD GRADE: dress in your favorite color and take a picture
FOURTH GRADE: take a picture with the first letter of your name
FIFTH GRADE: take a picture dressed up in school spirit
***If you have any fun pictures of your student that represent this year you would like to share that would be great as well.
***Picture taking tips: take by natural lighting and please try to have a clear photo
We have the choice to make this year great! Let’s have some fun with our yearbook and remember the good things about the 20/21 school year.
November 23 & 24 Announcements
https://youtu.be/NGnlLFRPDYk
Have a great week!!
Operation Family Christmas is looking forward to helping families in this county that need assistance during the holiday season. It is important as a community that we work together to ensure that all children in our county wake up on Christmas morning and feel the magic that arrives on such a special day.
To apply click here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScgX-4hS9sAoA_2dnCETQYdHH8xDZFPNc-A21AVe8E6y2N6pQ/viewform?fbclid=IwAR2k5h2yZVVWdYIQfz7ovTmB75DZpKlIOAEkCSG7AZ0FqOHp0_kPLTdm83g
Friday, November 20 Announcements
https://youtu.be/6Wfz6LN46LQ
Have a great weekend!!
Varsity volleyball sweeps McGregor in last game of the year.
JV Volleyball wins last game in McGregor. Great job Vikes!!
Cook County vs McGregor
https://youtu.be/lZ32IwPWyes
Thursday, November 19 Announcements
https://youtu.be/6wGBYfIbSrI
Have a great day!!
IMPORTANT UPDATE FROM COOK COUNTY SCHOOLS
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KLgvFV5a9FtGD8mnBworK0h8aH34siWy/view
Tuesday, November 17 Announcements
https://youtu.be/5KIXtDhOmMM
Have a great day!
Congratulations to ISD 166 Middle and High School students for their hard work first quarter. Here are Honor (gpa 3.25 to 3.79) and High Honor Roll (3.8 and above) lists for quarter 1.
The Volleyball game scheduled in McGregor today has been rescheduled for Thursday, November 19th.
Monday, November 16 Announcements
https://youtu.be/k2Ny1xnCLg4
Have a great day!!
The Cook County Vikings Football team will have their first playoff game on Tuesday, November 17th at 4pm in Silver Bay.
Tickets are being pre-sold and are $9 regardless of age. If you need a ticket, please email Mitch Dorr at mdorr@isd166.org
Very Important Message from Cook County Schools
An Important Message from Cook County Schools.
As an incident command team we had a deep data discussion that has led us to a tough decision that we have to make to keep our students, staff, and community safe. After the current data and the letter that was received from the Minnesota Department of Health, our current county data, the regional health care resource capacity and the state of our school we have made the difficult decision to NOT PIVOT our 4th and 5th grade students. This is difficult on many levels and our intentions are to keep safety a priority as we navigate this spike in COVID -19 cases in our county, state and country. As a team, we are also having an ongoing discussion about our learning model between Thanksgiving and Winter Holiday Break. We will continue to update our school families and community in the near future. Please remember to have unconditional positive regard for those who have been part of this decision and we must support one another in these tough situations.
Cook County Vikings versus Lakeview
http://youtu.be/K7rSC2MC2vo
Thursday, November 12 Announcements
https://youtu.be/11i-CS03xrQ
Important Message from Cook County Schools
Our school has had its third confirmed case of COVID-19. We have been in close communication with our Public Health professionals that have supported our communications and contact tracing within our staff and students in our essential student care. Along with our Public Health partners, we have and will be connecting with the families and those affected by this case.
We have done a good job of following our procedures and protocols to ensure that a minimum of our school community has been affected.
As we work through this incident, please know that we will continue to work hard to continue to follow the COVID plans that include the implementation of the CDC and MDH guidelines. As a community we should be proud of our public health and their diligence when working through these cases with the parties involved. We, as a school, will be working with the public health team to continue to diligently evaluate and re-evaluate our procedures and protocols. Our focus is to ensure the safety of all staff, students, and the community.
As a community please know that we need the support of all families and community members to follow the recommendation to reducing the Spread of COVID 19. Please remember to have unconditional positive regard for those whom have been tested and contact traced and this is unintentional and we must support one another in these tough situations.
Thank you for your support and understanding during this time.
ELEMENTARY PICTURE DAY UPDATE:
All K-3 students that are on campus will get a photo take tomorrow (Nov 12th). All K-3 distance learners can come to the ACA door tomorrow beginning at 10:45 to noon for a photo. Since 4th and 5th grades will not be in school tomorrow they can come to the ACA door beginning at 10:00 for a photo if they want to have one taken. Please remember your mask and to social distance. Limited number of students at a time will be allowed to enter ACA for a photo. Please call the school if you have any questions. Order envelopes have been sent home and the link to order photos online has been posted previously
Health office is also conducting vision and hearing screenings in conjunction with picture day. Please allow time to stop by the health office after a photo.
Wednesday, November 11 Announcements
https://youtu.be/o_-IG2eSN_E
Community Meet Recording 11-9-20
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WJCSAHkbWAc6BYYrPxoe4QK-tP7FZaDg/view?usp=drive_web
Updated Time for the Meeting is 4 pm today: Join the Zoom Meeting to discuss the 4th and 5th grade pivot to Hybrid and family and community support during the holidays. Monday, Nov. 9th at 4:00 pm
https://zoom.us/j/93399044239?pwd=NS9jMDlIandTbDJMckRIM0c1R3Btdz09
Good Morning 4th and 5th Grade Families. Please check your email for an important message from Principal Myers
We had our Incident Command Team meeting on Friday 11/6. During the meeting we had a long, in-depth discussion about the state of our county and completed our weekly data review. As a team we came to the conclusion that we will be transitioning into HYBRID for the 4th and 5th grade on Nov. 17, 2020. (see complete schedule below) We have confidence that we can transition into the hybrid for 4th and 5th grade safely.
This decision came with the agreement that we will let this scenario of a K-5 Hybrid through November without discussion of a pivot for at least 3 weeks. We also recognize that if there are any significant data changes our scheduled pivot may have to change depending on an increase or decrease in the number of COVID cases. We will be watching the data closely as we make decisions and pivots. Any significant data changes may change this decision. We will be ready to change the direction of the decision if the cases spike.
Here is the schedule that we will proceed with if there is not a strong objection by the school board:
Monday, 11/9: Family and Community Zoom Meeting at 4 pm
Thursday, 11/12: Childcare for 4/5 is CANCELED and NO DISTANCE LEARNING
Friday, 11/13 : Childcare for 4/5 is CANCELED and NO DISTANCE LEARNING
Monday 11/16: Family meetings with the classroom teacher. Childcare is available.
Tuesday 11/17: 1st day of 4th and 5th grade Hybrid learning 7:45-2:15
The Football game next week vs. Cromwell has been pushed back one day to Thursday, November 12th at 4pm.
Friday, November 6 Announcements
https://youtu.be/DT_0iTUlaNg
Have a great weekend!
Volleyball
Cook County vs MLWR
Http://YouTu.be/pYcELbZGDxk
VISION AND HEARING SCREENING FOR K-5 STUDENTS:
On November 12th, the health office at ISD 166 will be conducting vision and hearing screenings for ISD 166 students in grades K-5 in conjunction with elementary school photo day. If you have a distance learner you are bringing in for a photo, allow time for them to visit the health office for a vision and hearing screening after they have a photo taken. Students on campus will also be screened. Please call the school if you have any questions.
Thursday, November 5 Announcements
https://youtu.be/WDF41afUIxg
Have a great day!!
Wednesday, November 4 Announcements
https://youtu.be/sTwG3bfuV3U
Have a great day!!
REMINDER: Sawtooth Mountain Elementary Picture Day will be on November 12th. K-5 students on campus as part of tier 1 and hybrid learning will have a photo taken. Distance learners and preschool students are invited to come to the ACA door from 10:45 am to noon.
http://my.lifetouch.com/mylifetouch/pictureDayId/EVTWGXZMN
The website link below will be available for online orders up to 48 hours after picture day.
http://my.lifetouch.com/mylifetouch/pictureDayId/EVTWGXZMN
Tuesday, November 3 Announcements
https://youtu.be/ABwGqRrrr9I
Have a great day!!
Cook County versus Proctor
Volleyball tonight at 5:15 C-team, Varsity to follow.
http://youtu.be/YNTp6BG7gYE
The 4pm JV Volleyball game tonight has been Cancelled.
There will still be a 5:15 C-Squad game and 6:30pm Varsity game.
Remember, we are still limited to two fans per player as according to the student-athletes list that has been submitted.
Monday, November 2 Announcements
https://youtu.be/h0bQBP8Ocvs
Cook County Vikings volleyball versus Barnum
https://youtu.be/MyjXSlrGJZc
Friday, October 30 Announcments
https://youtu.be/YGx2nRnJ7Rg
Have a great weekend!
KITCHEN HELPER
Cook County Schools ISD166 has an opening for a Kitchen Helper to start November 4, 2020.
The hours are 10:30-1:00 or 1:15
Duties are washing dishes, putting them away, serving food and keeping the dish area clean.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until Filled.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Submit an application (found on Cook County Schools website) and resume to: ppuskala@isd166.org
Pam Puskala
District Office Admin Assistant
Cook County School District
101 West 5th Street
Grand Marais, MN 55604
Phone: (218) 387-2271
Thursday, October 29 Announcements
https://youtu.be/0aOpvcJPjU8
Cook County Schools is seeking a full time Technology Coordinator to start As Soon As Possible.
Cook County is located in the northeast corner of Minnesota in the Superior National Forest, along the beautiful north shore of Lake Superior. Our close-knit staff is full of exceptional people providing excellent educational services to a diverse student body.
Job Title: District Technology Coordinator Cook County Schools ISD166
Immediate Supervisor: High School Principal
Job Summary: Provides leadership and direction to the district technology program, including services, facilities, budget, equipment, personnel and operation of student and administrative computer systems and programs. Participates in creating the district's technology plan. Conducts duties and responsibilities with minimum supervision. Provides professional development opportunities in the area of technology to faculty and staff. Provides consultation and direction regarding LAN and WAN infrastructure and other technologies management.
Qualifications:
Education and/or Experience: Associate’s degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and at least 2 years experience in related field.Three years of experience can be substituted for AA degree.
Interpersonal Skills: Works well with others. Focuses on resolving conflict; maintaining confidentiality; listening to others without interruption; keeping emotions under control; remaining open to others’ ideas and contributing to a positive team spirit. Demonstrated ability to successfully work with staff, students and public.
Language Skills: Ability to communicate fluently, verbally and in writing in English. Ability to present information and respond to questions effectively in one-on-one, small group situations involving students and/or school staff. Ability to verbally respond to written and verbal inquiries from students and staff. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and governmental regulations. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, and area. Ability to apply concepts of basic geometry, fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Computer Skills: Must have demonstrated computer competency in a wide spectrum of functions. Must have demonstrated ability to provide support for District Student database software and support for all district technology programs. Ability to efficiently and effectively utilize e-mail, Internet software spreadsheets and word processing technology programs: Ethernet cabling (cat5, cat5e, cat6), Microsoft Windows Server 2008 and 2016, MS Office Suite 2007, 2010, 2013, Mac OS, iOS.
Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to appropriately communicate with students, teachers, parents, vendors and members of the community. Ability to meet timelines and exercise good judgment while working in a dynamic environment. Mechanical abilities needed for various small projects. Ability to be flexible to meet needs of overall school functions.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Administers the Local Area Network including cabling and wireless connectivity, user accounts and servers. Provides for security, backup and disaster recovery plan, and virus and malware protection. Oversees Internet access, managed and unmanaged network switches, access points, firewall, and filtering hardware and software.
Familiar with Active Directory, Microsoft Server Software, Microsoft Desktop applications, Apple iPads, and Mac os, Google Apps for Education, Google Chromebook, vlans, and virtual servers and workstations.
Administers IP phone server and system.
Administers digital surveillance server and system.
Administers Telecenter and school time system which includes wired and wireless clocks and bells system.
Administrate the Infinite Campus Student database application.
Participates in the purchasing process and grant writing as requested by staff Participates in funding programs such as E-Rate and Telecom Equity Aid as requested by administration.
Provides one-on-one and group training as requested.
Oversees and provides training for student interns and/or part-time technology staff
Participates in short and long range technology planning; analyzes and monitors staff needs and equipment.
Participates in regional groups and consortiums providing technical services, training and technical support to Cook County Schools.
Maintains the Helpdesk and responds to user questions and problems, Keeps accurate inventories of all hardware, software, and licensing.
Assist staff with integrating technologies into the classroom.
Work closely with the District Assessment Coordinator (DAC) in configuring devices for online testing.
Chairs the District Technology Committee.
Adheres to the annual technology budget.
Other duties as assigned.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: November 4, 2020 at 4pm.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Submit letter of interest, resume, and three letters of reference to: ppuskala@isd166.org
Pam Puskala
District Office Admin Assistant
Cook County School District
101 West 5th Street
Grand Marais, MN 55604
Phone: (218) 387-2271
ppuskala@isd166.org
Reminder that AP Exam fees are due to the office by Friday, October 30. $50 per exam. Free/Reduced $10 per exam. Family cap of $150.
Wednesday, October 28 Announcements
https://youtu.be/YRwhbiCWJd0
Here is link to tonight's volleyball game against Wrenshall. Varsity game starts at 6:30 pm.
https://youtu.be/gCW1xAG1xgk
Need Tickets to the Football Game?
The Cook County Vikings take on the Silver Bay Mariners at 4pm on Friday. It will also be parents night. All tickets must be purchased in advance. If you need a ticket, email Activities Director Mitch Dorr at mdorr@isd166.org.
Tuesday, October 27 Announcements
https://youtu.be/c9ngd4PKCzA
Dear Families
Application for Educational Benefits
You can help generate state aid for your school by completing the Application for Educational Benefits or the Alternate Application for Educational Benefits and returning it to your school. Some schools collect income data through a web-based collection system which replaces the paper forms. These are household income statements; only one application is needed per household but each district or charter school in which students in the household are enrolled would need a copy.
Students in households that meet the free or reduced price meal income guidelines will generate compensatory revenue for their school. Schools must use compensatory revenue to meet the needs of students who are behind their peers, such as remedial instruction, instructional materials including digital learning and technology, bilingual programs and additional teachers and teacher aides. These applications may also make teachers in your school eligible for the federal Teacher Loan Forgiveness Program if they have outstanding college loans. However, the household must complete and return the forms, or complete the online form, no later than December 15 so the school can calculate eligibility and report to MDE. This will not impact your students’ eligibility to receive free meals during the 2020-21 school year.
Tips for a Safe Halloween
https://youtu.be/bP_LW8rgkj0
Monday, October 26 Announcements
https://youtu.be/2gpHZSmEBUM
Have a great day!
Tonight's 4:00pm football game in Esko on the artificial turf vs. the South Ridge Panthers will be on the radio tonight on the following link: https://network1sports.com//station/wklk
Friday, October 23 Announcements
https://youtu.be/U5a1uBgQJVE
Have a great day!!
Thursday, October 22 Announcements
https://youtu.be/378q3qFS0Ac
Have a great day!
Wednesday, October 21 Announcements
https://youtu.be/aoG0tAfpG0I
Have a great day!!
Scholarship and FAFSA Information
Please see the ISD 166 Facebook page for updated information about ACT Test on Oct. 24, SAT Test on Nov 7th, Virtual Scholarship information, Virtual College visits, and FAFSA information.
Community & Family Meeting
Zoom Meeting Link: https://zoom.us/j/96340535616?pwd=Q1RNWEZaV3NvZ3U3RS9LRGdieS9rdz09
Away Football Game in South Ridge on Friday will be at 4pm.
If you plan to attend, you must prepay for a ticket with Activities Director Mitch Dorr by the end of the day on Thursday. $5 for Adults - $3 for Students.
BAND FUNDRAISER
The Cook County Band is fundraising through Driven Coffee starting October 20th and ending October 31st. This fundraiser will raise money for the Band Activity Account for future band trips to help bring the cost of the trip down for all families participating.
Please consider sharing the link and information about this fundraiser. The benefit of this being online is that anyone can order and Driven Coffee will ship the products directly to them! Driven Coffee sells coffee, tea, honey, syrups, and snacks. A little something for everyone! Orders are placed online and delivered directly to your home.
Thank you for supporting our band!
https://www.drivencoffee.com/fundraising/order/ref/Cook-County-HS-Band/
Tuesday, October 20 Announcements
https://youtu.be/iBHSl-Ybt84
PAYING FOR COLLEGE INFORMATION
Helpful Tools for Financial Aid Nights (videos, etc)
Here are some great videos that have been created by financial aid professionals in Minnesota that might be helpful for students/parents
· Applying for Financial Aid Overview (14 minutes) – discusses the FAFSA and the MN Dream Act application and who should apply for each, what is needed to complete both apps, dependency status, answers to some FAQs.
· 2021-2022 What You Need to Know (48 minutes) – explains the types of financial aid available, what is needed to complete the FAFSA, a demo of FAFSA on the Web.
· Financial Aid Presentation Video (53 minutes) – very detailed explanation of financial aid, the FAFSA application process, how EFC is determined (with Minnesota West as an example), some helpful FAFSA tips and what happens after the FAFSA.
· Paying for College Videos (5-10 minutes each) – we have sent these out before.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQLyu8Gk0vg&authuser=0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o6XTxhamhJM&t=111s&authuser=0
All Volleyball games live-streamed from Two Harbor tonight:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-IlBq5J4QU
Monday, October 19 Announcements
https://youtu.be/jA4b3V2Kyxc
Picture Day is Coming for Sawtooth Elementary students on November 12th. K - 5th grade students on campus as part of the Tier 1 program and Hybrid students will have their photo taken. All K- 5th grade Distance Learning students are encouraged to come into school for a photo as well. Online ordering is encouraged, but order envelopes will be distributed to elementary students when they are available. Call the school if you have questions or go to Lifetouch.com for more information.
https://my.lifetouch.com/mylifetouch/#/pictureDayId/EVTWGXZMN
Wednesday, October 14 Announcements
https://youtu.be/drv-Ba0x8NU
Have a great day!!
Cook County Schools is now accepting Sealed Bids for a 60 gallon Propane Kettle
To request a viewing, please contact:
Tom Nelson-tnelson@isd166.org or 218-387-2271 ext 644
Sealed Bid deadline is October 22, 2020 by 3:00pm. Bids can be dropped off at the PK-12 office located at the Main Entrance of the School.
Tuesday, October 13 Announcements
https://youtu.be/gaLhaNJyRx0
Have a great day!
Letter from Cook County Schools and Regional Superintendents
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zgc53TuFjmiSV0k8F8YJcCjyUQmOOBQg/view
Reminder that there is NO SCHOOL on October 15th and 16th.
Monday, October 12 Announcements
https://youtu.be/gwGWJ1pq52w
Have a great day!!
Cook County Schools is now accepting Sealed Bids for a
60 gallon Propane Kettle
For a picture of the item or to request a viewing,
please contact:Tom Nelson-tnelson@isd166.org or
218-387-2271 ext 644
Sealed Bid deadline is October 22, 2020 by 3:00pm. Bids can be dropped off at the PK-12 office located at the Main Entrance of the School.
The School Board of I.S.D. 166 will meet for a Special Meeting on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at 5:30 pm. This meeting will be done virtually via Zoom due to the Covid-19 Pandemic.
Community Comments can be emailed to ppuskala@isd166.org
The Agenda for the Special
Meeting is:
Discuss and Approve the Recommendation from the
Incident Command Team
Zoom Meeting Link:
https://zoom.us/j/97524858300
Thursday, October 8 Announcements
https://youtu.be/V0KSi1zoZdc
Have a great day!
Wednesday, October 7 Announcements
https://youtu.be/LVJiF2HiixM
Have a great day!!
Tuesday, October 6 Announcements
https://youtu.be/4MRK3WSuHlc
Have a great day!!
Family Feedback during Distance Learning 2.0
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf8fcrRysEfaLIN8O6do-VSFzP1tKQhDsn9s37gYwegsPQZQA/viewform
Here is information from the Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation regarding scholarships for seniors and their parents.
The Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation offers over 70 scholarship opportunities for students at Cook County School. Act now to find $$ to pay for college! With a wide variety of criteria, there’s a scholarship for nearly everyone! Create a profile and use their Eligibility Quiz to determine what’s out there for you. The application deadline is January 15th (& you can’t finish it in one day) so start soon!
Scholarship Grids – See the 2020 scholarship grid. It is attached and linked HERE.
https://www.dsacommunityfoundation.org/stuff/contentmgr/files/0/07011611a6d4a7d27b58e4b1ebc30966/files/2020_21scholarshipgrid_cchs.pdf
Be sure to check it out, as it includes new scholarships including:
o Four Directions Scholarship for Native Students and
o Duluth Builders Exchange Apprenticeship Scholarship
o The Erie Mining Scholarship too – for CCHS & Mesabi East HS students only!!
Virtual Info Sessions There is a session just for CCHS seniors.
Cook County HS Monday October 26 8:15am
The log in info for that session is:
Scholarship Info Session
By computer, tablet or phone: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/111607813
By phone: +1 (872) 240-3311 Access Code: 111-607-813
“General Info Sessions” if you don’t have individual questions. Highly recommended for parents or those with specific questions. General sessions will use the same link above, will last about 30 minutes and are scheduled for:
General Info Session Friday, October 16 Noon
General Info Session Tuesday, November 24 7:00pm
General Info Session Thursday, December 17 9:00am
General Info Session Tuesday, January 5 7:00pm
Monday, October 5 Announcements
https://youtu.be/_4D7RpvRh-8
Have a great week!
Join the online community meeting regarding the K-3 Hybrid Model for ISD 166.
https://zoom.us/j/92634788866?pwd=aGR5d3BkcC93UDByZGZNcnR6ZlNkZz09
This month is College Knowledge Month. Lots of colleges are dropping their application fees this month. See the attached newsletter for LOTS of information and resources for the college process, FAFSA and extra information for underrepresented students.
Friday, October 2 Announcements
https://youtu.be/p5eQId6trVo
Have a great weekend!!
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. In an effort to raise awareness and continue to work towards a more kind and inclusive school and community, you are encouraged to participate in our Random Acts of Kindness challenge. Each student should have received a Calendar with daily ideas. You may choose your own RAK or follow the Calendar provided. Families are encouraged to participate as well! Today's RAK is to give someone a compliment.
To spread kindness even further you are encouraged to post your RAK with hashtag #CCSRAK2020, or email @ asandstrom@isd166.org.
"When you are kind to others, it not only changes you, it changes the world." Harold Kushner
Thursday, October 1 Announcements
https://youtu.be/iIJtInnvZgo
Have a great day!!
The Cook County Safe Routes to School Committee, in collaboration with the Active Living Steering Committee, is looking for the community’s input on the temporary traffic change devices that were in place during the Highway 61 construction season. Please complete the attached survey to help us determine how the added traffic change devices affected your safety and confidence at these locations. Thank you! If you would like a paper copy of the survey, please contact Andrea Orest, SHIP Coordinator at andrea@sawtoothmountainclinic.org or (218) 877-8262.
Link to survey:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/N6R2S9X
Wednesday, September 30 Announcements
https://youtu.be/qD6vPVASSIA
Have a great day!!
Parent Teacher Conferences
Tuesday, Septebmer 29 Announcements
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1X01TuPJru4st6dg2fvFWGcBj1BXpTyod/view?usp=sharing
Have a great day!!
Monday, September 28 Announcements
https://youtu.be/5Gj92ZdevYw
Have a great day!!
Our school has had its first confirmed case of COVID-19. We have been in close communication with our Public Health professionals that have supported our communications and contact tracing within our staff and students in our essential student care. Along with our Public Health partners, we have and will be connecting with the families and those affected by this case.
We have done a good job of following our procedures and protocols to ensure that a minimum of our school community has been affected. That being said, we will increase our diligence when social distancing, sanitizing, and examining all aspects of the program and related procedures.
As we work through this incident, please know that we will continue to work hard to continue to follow the COVID plans that include the implementation of the CDC and MDH guidelines. As a community we should be proud of our public health and their diligence when working through these cases with the parties involved. We, as a school, will be working with the public health team to continue to diligently evaluate and re-evaluate our procedures and protocols. Our focus is to ensure the safety of all staff, students, and the community.
Thank you for your support and understanding during this time.
It is "Senior Order Week" at Cook County! Please watch the short video series below to learn more.
CAP & GOWN ORDER DEADLINE: Friday, October 2
Please note: There will be NO in-school order event, so if you would like to take advantage of the free shipping noted on the yellow flyer in the packet OR the free cap and gown promotion, please mail your order BY THE DEADLINE ABOVE to the following address:
Jostens Inc
PO Box 1081
Brainerd MN 56401
Please visit this video link and complete the link survey.
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Friday, September 25 Announcements
https://youtu.be/JpMHx-CzOI4
Have a great weekend!!
Wednesday, September 23 Announcements
https://youtu.be/9wknkMwegdA
Have a great day!
Scholarship Opportunity for Seniors! Check it out!
Tuesday, September 22 Announcements
https://youtu.be/G6HJzES4q0o
Enjoy your day!!
Update to free school lunch program. Pick up at Eagle Door will be 11:00 to 12:00 starting Sept. 22nd.
Monday, September 21 Announcements
https://youtu.be/1y7wqIfAng8
Have a great week!!
Happy Friday Cook County School families.
We have completed 2 weeks of classes and we have seen amazing learning happening in our Distance Learning 2.0.
As a district, our goal is to create a place where we can gain genuine feedback to support our decision making and practices during the Distance Learning 2.0 learning model time.
Please fill out this form with feedback for the Task Force and Incident Command team to review and address.
Please visit the school website or look for an email from the school and/or a text message for the Form or Survey link. There will also be paper copies in the main office.
https://forms.gle/Y8kpgV3WxukqHTmQA
Thank you and have a great weekend.
Friday, September 18 Announcements
https://youtu.be/92fIUv28hAg
Have a great day!!
Thursday, September 17 Announcements
https://youtu.be/pUWYh_Mkzeo
Have a great day!!
Wednesday, September 16 Announcements
https://youtu.be/Bs5uQL9Gemk
Have a great day!
ISD 166 is looking for paraprofessionals. See job description attached or on the school website.
Tuesday, September 15 Announcements
https://youtu.be/XX8ltXzrSjM
Have a great day!!
Monday, September 14 Announcements
https://youtu.be/HsLv5uAtjCM
Have a great day!!
Friday, September 11 Morning Announcements
https://youtu.be/07MWBYTJxxw
Free Student Meal Program
Thursday, September 10 Morning Announcements
https://youtu.be/W00M2ZYl6Kw
Have a great day!
CHECK OUT COOK COUNTY HIGHER ED CLASSES TO HELP WITH DISTANCE LEARNING
Chromebook Physical Tips and Tricks:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sdz3KcQ8c6I
Chromebook Tips and Tricks CCHE:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Axb_jMNnrc
Google Classroom Presentation:
https://mycche.org/event/distance-learning-tool-google-classroom/
SeeSaw Presentation:
https://mycche.org/event/distance-learning-tool-seesaw/
Wednesday, September 9 Morning Announcements
https://youtu.be/LdonvLgqL0w
Covid Food Assistance Program (CFAP)
https://5il.co/kq5c
Tuesday, September 8 Morning Announcements
https://youtu.be/Kv6DRxHetCc
Have a great first day of school!!
Attention students in grades 6-12!
Please remember to check your school email and "accept" your Google Classroom invitations so you are ready for classes on Tuesday.
Distance learning meal plan - TEMPORARY.
Safe Routes to School Press Release
https://5il.co/kjjh
Updated Back to School Information:
Device and material drop off will be Thursday, September 3rd. Busses will drop off at the same time as last Spring - 4 hours later than your usual pick up time. If you are unable to be at the pick up location at the designated time there will be another bus drop off on Friday at your pick up time. If you are unable to be at the bus pick up location at the designated time or if you live in town you are able to pick up your devices at the school Friday, September 4th from 1 - 4 pm.
If you are unsure of your bus route pick up time you can contact the school at 218-387-2271.
Thank you.
Here is the new bell schedule for ISD 166 Middle and High School students. Please make note of the homeroom period at the beginning of the day. Also listed are the school website and school Facebook accounts to access for updated school information.
Parent/Family Meeting Zoom Link
https://zoom.us/j/96202016870?pwd=MW5zT3hzSVU1SjduYVpRUW9TenNYdz09
Virtual Open House will be on Wednesday, September 2nd.
ISD 166 CHILDCARE AND STUDENT SUPPORT.
Cook County Schools will be canceling Sawtooth Preschool until the school pivots to a Hybrid or In-Person Learning Model, due to low enrollment.
Essential Employee's Distance Learning Student Support
Family Intake Conferences
Updated information to share with our school community.
Zoom Link for 8-20-20 School Board Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/98087980544
Attention Essential Workers that have students in COOK COUNTY SCHOOLS.
Here is a list of the TIER 2 Essential workers that we will also be providing supervision and child care for during the distance learning times. To sign your student up for this service please contact Jeanne Anderson at janderson@isd166.org or 218-387-2271. Please provide their name(s), grade for 20-21, and the days your student(s) will need care.
Here is the Minnesota Department of Education information on Tier 1-3 students that has been requested.
Updates for Fall Athletics
Minnesota High School League has moved both the Football and Volleyball Seasons to the Spring. Cross Country will continue to be in the fall with restrictions and reduced competitions. More details will be released as we receive them.
Sawtooth Mountain Elementary Class Lists
Please note that class lists may change as we are planning for the 3 scenarios under Minnesota's Safe Learning Plan.
Parent and Family survey for Back-to-school planning
As a school team we are finalizing the school plans under the MN's Safe Learning Plan, CDC Guidelines, Local Health Care Professionals recommendations, and MN Department of Education recommendations. We need to hear your voice. As a school district we have options for how we start and work through the 2020-2021 school year: In-Person, Hybrid (a combination of in-person and distance learning) and Cook County Distance Learning. Cook County Distance Learning (provided through Cook County Schools by Cook County teachers) is an option for families to opt into if that is best for your family's needs at anytime during the year.
Please inform us of your personal needs as we are looking to understand and plan for our school year.
At this time our plan is not solidified, this information is crucial in our finalization of the planning for all 3 options.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfq7sGngy1sBU1sI8VRfisJB5o-0tVT2v2hgpK0wc4Zuww8cw/viewform?usp=sf_link
Letter in response to the release of MN Safe Learning Plan from Principal Myers.
Important Message from Superintendent Crandall.........
Good Afternoon,
The Minnesota Department of Education released the MN Safe Learning Plan today
The district is working with Cook County Public Health to finalize the school opening plan.
The School Board will be meeting to discuss plans for opening school.
We will continue to provide weekly updates
The entire staff of the Cook County School District appreciates your support and patience.
Thank you
ISD166 Special School Board Meeting Announcement
https://5il.co/ikvc
The deadline to sign up for the online classroom portion of Drivers Education is Wednesday, July 22, 2020 by 4pm.
7-16-20 School Board Meeting Link
https://zoom.us/j/96978780111
Parents and Families we would like your feedback! Please fill out our survey on Distance Learning as we are planning for the fall.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfZVEMN52Y0wqeqLCNxEtvbcG1LtpOkhIxbnpCAPuZePu4ydw/viewform?usp=sf_link
Message from Cook County School
Please click on link: https://5il.co/i9fd
The online classroom portion of Drivers Ed will run for 10 days from 8am to 11am, July 27th thru Aug. 7th, no class on Sat, Aug 1st or Sun, Aug 2nd. 30 classroom hours are required to pass the classroom portion. Make up day August 10th. Register with Pam, ppuskala@isd166.org.
6-18-20 School Board Meeting Recording
https://youtu.be/mSS48KIcm10
Message from ISD 166 School Board
Cook County Community:
There is NO pending eviction of the Grand Marais Playhouse from the ACA. The Cook County School District values the partnership with the Playhouse and has no intention of severing our ties. The Playhouse is an asset to our community and our students.The School has never contemplated an eviction of the Playhouse.
The District has been in discussions with the Playhouse for over a year on updating our lease, which has not been done for over a decade. Part of this discussion has centered around the location of the Playhouse’s office space within the ACA facility. Due to the changing demands on the School, the District has been working with the Playhouse to move office spaces, down the hall, and still within the facility. The shuffling of rooms and offices is a regular occurrence at the School in order to best accommodate the needs of our students as they change over time.
The District’s commitment to our lease with the Playhouse and the commitment to our partnership is not in jeopardy.
Regards,
Dan Shirley
School Board Chair, ISD 166
Dr. Bill Crandall
Superintendent, ISD 166
Parents and guardians of ISD 166 students, please take a moment to complete this survey regarding Distance Learning.
http://sgiz.mobi/s3/2020-Parent-Distance-Learning-Feedback-Survey
Summer Meal Program
Summer Meal Service with hot lunches will begin on June 8th thru August 21st and will be offered Monday thru Friday except Friday July 3rd.
Breakfast will be served from 8:30 - 9:15 a.m
Lunch will be served from 11:15 a.m - 12:15 p.m
Meals can be picked up from the front entrance of the school during these times. This program is free to all kids 18 and under regardless of school enrollment. Unfortunately, we are not allowed by the federal program rules to feed adults.
Cook County Schools is an equal opportunity employer.
Encouraging Healthy Habits, the Vikings Way! Here is information for students that just finished grades K-5 or students entering kindergarten in the fall.
Cook County Middle School Year-in-Review and Staff Send-Off Have a great summer!
https://youtu.be/pUvl4hhXc34
Come join the parade!
Congratulations Sawtooth Mountain Elementary on another great school year! Enjoy this virtual 2019-2020 5th Grade Graduation and End of Year Program. Have a great summer!
https://youtu.be/mmFNyKAUmyc
Friday, May 29 Announcements
https://youtu.be/NqM1ZKut5sY
Have a great last day of school!!
Cook County School Families!
Remember the Parade today at 3:00 in the Sawtooth parking lot. Staff will be set up for families to drive through to say, "Have a great summer," bring closure to the 2019-2020 school year and bring smiles to the Cook County School families and staff!
Thursday, May 28 Announcements
https://youtu.be/f5C5b0UNgF4
Have a great day!!
A celebration of the accomplishments, growth, and fun shared with our Cook County Middle School 6th-8th grade students during the 2019-20 school year.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ewQS8jTbYQ&t=614s
Wednesday, May 27 Announcements
https://youtu.be/VxaBQ0M8bJw
Have a great day!!
Graduation is this Saturday, May 30th. Please join us as we help celebrate the Class of 2020. We encourage the community to join ISD 166 as we line the parade route and cheer on our senior class. Congratulations Class of 2020!!! Best of luck wherever life takes you!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fxek2j4fEcBY1VaWZmNLbefi2fzyStp3/view?usp=sharing
End of the year Parade!
The Cook County Faculty and Staff will be parked in the Sawtooth Parking lot for you and your family to parade through and say "Hello" and "Have a great summer!" from 3:00-4:00 on Friday, May 29th.
Tuesday, May 26 Announcements
https://youtu.be/mvc6QSV4sVg
Have a great day!!
Thursday, May 21 Announcements
https://youtu.be/pHwz5cychas
Have a great day!!
Last week of School
Reminder that there is no school for students on Friday, May 22nd or Monday, May 25th. There will be no meal delivery on May 25th.
Wednesday, May 20 Announcements
https://youtu.be/82yHutr09ak
Have a great day!!
Tuesday, May 19 Announcements
https://youtu.be/fNVJqLwGgac
Have a great day!!
Cook County Schools is looking for a Summer Kitchen Helper to assist with the Summer Lunch Program. This is a part time position. A Servsafe Certificate is required or the ability to obtain one. For more information please email Pam Puskala: ppuskala@isd166.org.
Youth baseball, including T-Ball, Parent Pitch, and Little League, has been suspended until July 1st. An evaluation of the feasibility of having youth baseball in July will be conducted in the month ahead. We thank you for your patience and understanding during this season of uncertainty due to Covid-19.
Monday, May 18 Announcements
https://youtu.be/aYQXutlXa9Q
Have a great day!
Remember to tune into the HS Awards and Scholarship show tonight at 7pm. Here is a direct link:
https://youtu.be/hUyMR633Sb8
Link won’t be live until 7pm.
Just a reminder that tonight (May 15th) at 7 pm is the High School Awards and Scholarship Program. Please go to www.cookcountyschools.org to access the link to the program. Thank you to all the businesses and individuals that support our students with financial aid and recognition.
Elementary Yearbooks
There are still 15 elementary yearbooks available if anybody didn't order one. $15 each. Stop by eagle door between 9:00 and 1:00 to purchase.
Friday, May 15 Announcements
https://youtu.be/Lysh5jgUOQg
Have a great day!!
Tofte, Grand Marais, Grand Portage
Parents and caregivers with children birth to age five:
The North Shore Collaborative is happy to announce that LOTS will be offered this summer for children birth to age five! The program will be offered a bit differently than in the past. We will be offering “book and activity bags” for pick-up at each of our locations. We are still working out the details, so please check the North Shore Collaborative’s Facebook page or our website for updated information: https://www.co.lake.mn.us/departments/lots_program.php
Efforts will be made to promote the safe delivery of books.
LOTS is FREE for all families with children birth to age five.
Would your older children like books? We will also have books for ages 6 and up available at all locations!
Please contact Trisha Scamehorn at 218-834-8403 or trisha.scamehorn@co.lake.mn.us
for more information. LOTS is a program of the North Shore Collaborative.
On graduation day, WTIP will be airing a special radio show for our graduates of 2020. You will have the opportunity to send a special message to a classmate, graduate, etc. This will need to be done in advance of graduation day. Please see bullet points below.
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* The program will air on WTIP Saturday, May 30, from 3 to 6 pm
* The deadline to email song requests and/or brief dedications/messages is May 26 (requests should be emailed to matthew@wtip.org)
Thursday, May 14 Announcements
https://youtu.be/YYwDMIES2Xk
Have a great day!!
Here is the "Sawtooth Mountain Kindergarten Round-Up Family Information Video". There will be having a virtual meeting on Friday, May 15 at 9:00. Please take a moment to watch this before Friday.
https://youtu.be/GG0jalxZPZ8
Wednesday, May 13 Announcements
https://youtu.be/qaeFILEj48c
Have a great day!!
Virtual Kindergarten Parent Meeting For Cook County Schools
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/91148388808?pwd=cDE3YmxqU0xPT25wT2RodEhHaDJqUT09
Meeting ID: 911 4838 8808
Password: 7NCFJp
One tap mobile
+16699006833,,91148388808#,,1#,055053# US (San Jose)
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Meeting ID: 911 4838 8808
Password: 055053
Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/aLIVTMml
Please contact the school if you have questions. 387-2271
Tuesday, May 12 Announcements
https://youtu.be/TjJjOhKNrC4
Have a great day!!
Monday, May 11 Announcements
https://youtu.be/Q1B7UpUwcSg
Have a great day!!
Teacher Appreciation Week! - UPDATED
https://youtu.be/sFjUM__CjII
Friday, May 8 Announcements
https://youtu.be/7KS-DbVnfVM
Have a great day!!
Join us in our 2020 Luminaries for the Class of 2020 Initiative
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wQVBr-6jhC6rngIGICu1nBRbvNdyjVqS/view?usp=sharing
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
Cook County PTA is Amazing!!!
Thank you for the treats today!
May 7 Announcements
https://youtu.be/LXs-IwSGZJI
Have a great day!!
Kindergarten Round-Up Canceled
Wednesday, May 6 Announcements
https://youtu.be/ZMmYgP2Dt6k
Have a great day!!
Tuesday, May 5 Announcements
https://youtu.be/Osi5H35Gfes
Have a great day!!
ISD 166 PTA and students send this "THANK YOU" to staff during Teacher Appreciation Week.
https://www.magisto.com/int/album/video/LHc7DFVCGlAhLCoEDmEwCXl9?l=vsm&o=a&c=e
Monday, May 4 Announcements
https://youtu.be/1oX1L6fEVgI
Have a great day!!
Remember tomorrow is our Cook County Schools Parade!
We will be collecting materials and dropping off materials at bus stops four hours later than pick up.
we encourage students to be at their bus stops and be on the lookout for some familiar faces and lots of Viking Pride!
CCS DL Parade
LUNCH HERO DAY
Aloha Friday, May 1 Announcements
https://youtu.be/_7i5rwlPLf4
Have a great day!!
Thursday, April 30 Announcements
https://youtu.be/tPMOr_8cp1E
Have a great day!!
Wednesday, April 28 Announcements
https://youtu.be/sMS8ruzSRxc
Have a great day!!
Tuesday, April 28 Announcements
https://youtu.be/cB85hBtVFvs
Have a great day!!
School-Owned Instrument Returns
This normally wouldn't occur until the last week of school, but because of the current situation I am asking that all school-owned instruments be returned to school via the bus drop off (hubs where materials are returned/dropped off) or dropped off at the school directly on Monday, May 4th. I need to check-in all the school-owned instruments, assess any repairs or cleaning that will need to be done, and organize the room. Students may keep all of their music EXCEPT for school owned Essential Elements method books (they will say "Property of Cook County" or something similar on the front cover).
Please contact me if you need to arrange this return for a different day, and please send me an email when you have returned the instrument so I know to look for it.
Thank you,
Mikkel Haas
218-387-2271 Ext. 301
mhaas@isd166.org
Monday, April 27 Announcements
https://youtu.be/jH0QYGgBztM
Have a great day!!
Friday, April 24 Announcements
https://youtu.be/8W74uOgKMKY
Have a great day!!
Thursday, April 23 Announcements
https://youtu.be/isAp8WxuwJo
Have a great day!!
Wednesday, April 22 Announcements
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=esTm_ShKTTw
Have a great day!!
Registration for next school year.
Students in middle and high school need to check their school emails for information regarding registration for classes for next year. High School online registration forms and course handbooks have been shared via student emails. Middle School registration forms will be coming soon. Please call the school if you have any question. 387-2271
Congratulations to these students in grades 6 - 12 for making the honor roll and high honor roll for 3rd quarter.
Tuesday, April 21 Announcements
https://youtu.be/3IEDBQ0EQ2k
Have a great day!!
Monday, April 20 Announcements
https://youtu.be/nBvgfHepRvI
Have a great day!!
Just a reminder from ISD 166 to remember to meet the buses on Mondays to route completed homework back to school. Please return in the envelopes they are delivered in so the school can re-route new paperwork the following Monday in the envelopes. Buses run 4 hours later than the usual drop off time. Thank you.
Cook County School Board met on April 16, 2020, using the Zoom platform. Thank you to all who joined. Please see the Cook County School's website for more information.
Friday, April 17 Announcements
https://youtu.be/9T7DsfQ2bPk
Have a great day!!
Youth Baseball Coordinator Posting
Community Education is looking for a Youth Baseball Commissioner who will oversee our summer youth baseball program. This includes T-Ball, Parent Pitch, and Little League. Duties would include scheduling, registrations, and working with coaches to get season started. Much of the outlines from previous years is on file and ready to be altered to help plan out this year. This position pays a stipend of $1500. Please contact Pam Puskala at ppuskala@isd166.org or 218-387-2271 ext 606 if interested.
Thursday, April 16 Announcements
https://youtu.be/b9xGm3JnkTA
Have a great day!!
Wednesday, April 15 Announcements
https://youtu.be/DsBoJOS_5mc
Have a great day!!
Tuesday, April 14 Announcements
https://youtu.be/9eu7iBjBjrE
Have a great day!!
Friday, April 10 Announcements
https://youtu.be/PKJxz_cXinc
Have a great weekend!!
Thursday, April 9 Announcements
https://youtu.be/7zBhL0IqO3U
Have a great day!
ISD 166 is extending the due date for the WISE Trade Scholarship until 10:00 am on Tuesday, April 14th. If you are going to a 2 year community college or tech school please consider filling out this application. Applications are available on the school website under "see all news" and scroll down til you find the scholarship article. Hard copies are also available at the Eagle door between 10:00 and noon. Completed applications for this scholarship can be emailed to ceverson@isd166.org or dropped off at the school by 10 am on April 14th. Please call if you have any questions.
Wednesday, April 8 Announcements
https://youtu.be/76rWe1BFEZw
Have a great day!
Tuesday, April 7 Announcements
Have a great day!!
https://youtu.be/CS1DT8lQo08
A Monday night tribute to our seniors... Lights were on for 20 min 20 sec. we are thinking of you seniors!!
Cook County High School will be joining other schools around the state with a special honor for students on Monday, April 6.
CCHS will be turning on the football lights at 8:20 pm for 20 minutes and 20 seconds to honor our students and let them know we are thinking about them.
*Special shout out to the Class of 2020! You are our light!
It is important to understand this is not intended to be a gathering, but rather a symbolic gesture to honor our students. We ask that you respect the Stay at Home Order. Please join us in your own homes by turning on your porch lights at 8:20 pm to show your support
Monday, April 6 Morning Announcements
https://youtu.be/Z1m-lHmstU8
Have a great day!
MEAL REQUESTS FOR ALL CHILDREN UNDER 18.
Materials Pick up and Drop off Monday, March 6th, 2020
Friday, April 3rd Announcements. Have a great day! https://youtu.be/6aFHP0ps8zU
Here are Thursday's Announcements for Cook County Schools!! Make it a Great Day!!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1B_OOLReP-lz_V_Rt6a9OqpnLygpO_Xgf/view?usp=sharing
Attention 20-21 Kindergarten Families!
Attention Cook County Families.
Delivering distance learning materials to bus stops.
Please keep checking our website for updates on Cook County Schools Distance Learning Plan
Meal Requests for children 18 and under starting on March 30, 2020. Please see below how to sign-up!
Cook County School
COVID-19 Update
“The Incredible Exchange program is for youth ages 11-14. You must be within the age guidelines by June 1st.
Complete and drop off application at the Extension office in the Cook County Community Center ( Box will be outside of the building!!!), call us 218-387-3015 and we can sign you up via the phone or mail to:
The incredible Exchange
Cook County Extension
317 W 5th St
Grand Marais, MN 55604
Please note* We are going forward with the program at this time however regarding the COVID -19 we might have to cancel in the future.”
Diane Booth/ Community Center/ Extension Director
Izabela Sheehan/ Community Center Assistant
218-387-3015
Please email or call in school lunch requests by 3 pm today, March 17th.
Cook County Schools will be providing breakfast and lunch for all ISD 166 students preschool through 12th grade beginning Wednesday, March 18, 2020. There will be one delivery per day.
IN ORDER TO RECEIVE FOOD DELIVERIES THE DISTRICT MUST RECEIVE CONSENT FROM FAMILIES TO DELIVER MEALS.
Please email the school using the email at lunchrequest@isd166.org, or call 387-2271 extension 608, 602, or 609 to request a meal delivered. Be prepared to share the names and ages of students, parent and family phone number, and the address for the delivery for Wednesday and Thursday. No meals delivered during spring break. Meals will continue to be delivered after spring break if school is still not in session. We will continue to contact you next week with any news for the week following spring break.
Delivery will be on the normal bus routes between 10:00 a.m. and noon on Wednesday and Thursday. Please be patient as we work to put these systems in place.
Meals will also be available for pick up at the main doors between 10:00 a.m. and noon. Students may receive one set of meals per day.
If you have any questions please contact the meal coordinator at extension 608.
Attention parents of ISD 166 students that are hospital workers and first responders that have students ages 5 through 12.
If you are in need of child care on Wednesday, March 18, or Thursday, March 19, please call the main office to sign your child up and to learn the details of the child care program. 3 8 7-2271
UPDATE from ISD 166
Students should:
1. Take home all personal belongings/locker clean out, including PE locker
2. Before the end of the day Tuesday, empty lockers for future cleaning/sanitizing
Parents:
1. Anticipate students bringing home personal belongings
2. Arrange getting medication from nurse
3. Contact PK-12 office regarding attendance to excuse children if you keep them home Mon/Tues
Childcare will be available for children 12 & under, starting March 18 for children of families of emergency workers & ISD166 employees. More information to follow.
The school will be open 8:00 to 4:00 through March 19th if parents need access to the school to collect student belongings.
Please call the school if you have any questions or concerns. Continue to watch the school website and Facebook page for further updates to the current situation. Thank you.
Update from HS League regarding spring sports. Practice on Monday and Tuesday, then no practice again until the 30th or unless otherwise announced
An update from MSHSL
This is a message from Cook County School District regarding the governor's announcement.
Cook County Schools will be in session on Monday & Tuesday, with extra-curriculars and sports practices as scheduled.
Normal schedules for Monday & Tuesday.
Starting on Wednesday, there will be no school. School will be closed Wednesday, March 18 –and 19 with Spring break next week;
This is the current plan, but is subject to change. Our staff will be working and planning for education if the closure continues.
Elementary students were given a paper survey that was sent home please fill it out and return it tomorrow. That is important information we need.
We will continue to send updates as we receive them. We know there are a lot of questions and we will continue to update as we have information.
Please continue to check our school website and your email accounts.
Update on the COVID-19 from Cook County Schools
ATTENTION SAWTOOTH FAMILIES:
In the Friday folders you will find a BRIGHT PINK form we would like you to fill out and get back to your child's teachers on Monday, March 16. This is a Survey to help support students in the area of internet and technology devices at home.
Attention Cook County Families
Sawtooth Student Council is running the Pennies for Patients fundraiser until March 19th. Sawtooth students are collecting pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters, and bills to help benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society fight childhood blood cancers. Donations can be made online once students set up online profiles or through the school page at https://events.lls.org/pages/mn/SawtoothMountainElementarySchool-2020
We have a school goal of $2,020 and students and classes can earn rewards through next week.
Thank you for your support!
Sawtooth Student Council
Sawtooth Student Council is running the Pennies for Patients fundraiser until March 19th. Sawtooth students are collecting pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters, and bills to help benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society fight childhood blood cancers.
Pennies for Patients
Sawtooth Mountain Elementary
Kickoff
The 3rd-5th grade students attended a presentation on electricity put on by the Bakken Museum. They learned about DC and AC electricity, Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla. This presentation was sponsored by the Arrowhead Electric Cooperative.
The Symphonic Band did great at Solo / Ensemble today at UMD where they were rewarded with an Excellent Rating by the Judges! Great job band members and Director Mikkel Haas!
The band is now up.....
The Choir making a great impression at our E.A.T.S fundraiser....
2020-2021 Preschool Registration Forms are now available on our website under the Community Education tab.
Cook County Schools ISD166 is seeking a full time evening custodian.
Please contact the District office for an application or download an application from our website: cookcountyschools.org. For more information please contact Tom Nelson, 218-387-2271 ext. 644.
With their 79-68 playoff win over Lakeview Christian Academy, the Boys Basketball team will play at North Woods High School (Cook, MN) tomorrow (Wednesday) at 6pm in the Section 7A Quarterfinals.
Tickets are $5 for students and $9 for adults.
Just a reminder to seniors that the deadline for local scholarships is fast approaching. Grand Marais Public Utility Scholarship deadline is March 13th (open to families that are customers), and the rest of the local scholarships are due April 7th. Thank you to all the businesses and individuals that support our seniors.
The Boys Basketball team will have a home playoff game vs Lakeview Christian Academy on Monday, March 2nd at 6pm in the first round of the Section 7A Playoffs.
Tickets are $5 for students and $9 for adults. No passes accepted for playoff games.
Advisory Chess Club
W.Higgins VS Mr. Miller
Sawtooth Mountain Elementary Students of the Month!
With their playoff win over Carlton, the Girls Basketball team will play at UMD tomorrow (Saturday) at 4pm in the Section 7A Quarterfinals against Mt. Iron.
Tickets are $5 for students and $9 for adults.
Congratulations Lady Vikings on your playoff win last night!!
Thank you Holiday and Java Moose for the coffee and sweets for our bus drivers!!
2020-2021 Kindergarten Parent Meeting:
There will be a meeting for 2020-2021 kindergarten families on Thursday, April 2nd at 5:30 pm, Join us for a multimedia presentation about the excellent education your child will receive at Sawtooth Mountain Elementary School. At this meeting, administration and the current kindergarten teachers will share information about our small class sizes, aligned curriculums for mathematics, reading, writing and language arts, our licensed specialist teachers (physical education, music, art), our World Language program, our elementary library, our use of technology to enhance instruction, our school garden, school forest trail systems, and Winter Wonderland. Please plan to enter through the Main Entrance door and follow the signs to the Sawtooth Media Center. Free childcare will be available. Please RSVP for childcare by March 31st. For more information and to RSVP contact Lacey Smith lsmith@isd166.org 387-2271 ext. 455 or Autumn Hood ahood@isd166.org 387-2271 ext 457
Spring Sport Parent Meeting will be Tuesday, March 3rd in the varsity gym.
Miss Hand’s second grade celebrating “ Breakfast, Blankets and Books” as part of I Love to Read Month!
Sawtooth Kindergartners Celebrate the 100th Day of School!
The Varsity Knowledge Bowl team will not be traveling tomorrow (Thursday) to the meet. No Knowledge Bowl tomorrow!!
Reminder that there is NO SCHOOL for students on Friday, February 14th and Monday, February 17th.
There will be a send off for our state tournament bound Alpine Skiers on Tuesday, February 11th at 2pm. Masen McKeever, Halle Lamb, and Ray Dressley will all compete at the state Alpine ski meet!!
Congratulations to Halle Lamb, Masen McKeever and Ray Dressely on qualifying for the State Tournament-Alpine Skiing!!!!
Order your elementary yearbook today! Yearbooks available on pre-buy basis only. Cost is $15. Orders due by March 26th. Attached is an order form. Turn in to your child's teacher or the PK-12 office.
Kindergarten Art
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR SENIORS
Applications for all the local scholarships are now avaible in the High School Media Center. Deadline for most of them are April 7th, though there are a few with earlier deadlines. Please make note of deadline date listed on the application. Thank you to all the local businesses and individuals that support the Class of 2020!
Acceptance Assembly Held At Cook County Schools
https://www.boreal.org/2020/01/31/295985/acceptance-assembly-held-at-cook-county-schools
The health office has provided the attached checklist to help screen a child's health before sending a student to school. Please follow these guidelines and keep your child home if they are ill.
4th graders took part in a Kindness Retreat today by Youth Frontiers! Special thanks to Tony & Andrew from Youth Frontiers, Dick and Joyce McFarland, and all our Student Leaders that made the last three days possible!
Youth Frontiers along with 7 High School leaders led a 7th grade Courage Retreat today at Cook County Schools.
Polar Vortex Week: Hat Day
Today, 9th grade students at Cook County Schools participated in an all day retreat focusing on Respect.
Please make note of these events.
1. Parents night is this coming Friday, January 31st. We will recognize all parents from the boys and girls basketball teams, cheerleading, and nordic and alpine skiing. We will start that program at around 5:45pm or whenever the first basketball game concludes.
2. The Saturday girls varsity game vs. Duluth East will be at 1:30pm. No JV game, just a varsity game at 1:30pm.
Science and Snowflakes
“Why is snow white?”
Our students have been enjoying the wonderful winter weather!
Good luck to the cast and crew of CCHS One Act play today!
Parent Teacher Conferences: February 14th at 1:00 - 3:00 pm in Grand Portage February 18th and 20th at 3:30 - 6:30 pm at ISD 166 Here are the Sign Up Genius Links for elementary parents to schedule a conference at ISD 166: K,1st,2nd,3rd,5th:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D44ADA62CA7FB6-feb1
4th grade:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D44ADA62CA7FB6-steinbachs3
CHANGE IN TIME
Grand Portage Parent Teacher Conferences will be held in the afternoon on February 14th, 2020 from 1:00 - 3:30.
Carlton rescheduled game on February 18th for boys basketball has been cancelled. Will repost if it is rescheduled again.
The Carlton boys basketball game has been rescheduled for February 18th at Carlton. JV at 4:45 and Varsity at 6:30. Girls games will not be rescheduled with Carlton.
Mark your calendars for EATS 2020 on March 5th.
Nordic Ski meet for Saturday, January 18th at Pincushion has been cancelled.
ANNOUNCEMENT:
For those students in k-5 youth basketball
All k-5 Saturday youth basketball games and/or practices are cancelled (1/18/20) due to weather.
Gym will be closed 1/18/20
Reminder that there no school for students on Monday, January 20th.
Boys and Girls Basketball games for tonight in Carlton have been postponed. Game will be rescheduled for a later date.
Parents' Night for all basketball players and skiers will be on Friday, January 31st between the boys and girls home basketball games, approximately 6 pm. Thank you parents for always supporting our student athletes!
Flu Season Message
Sawtooth Kindergarten Friday Adventure
Kindergarten adventure
SAWTOOTH MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY
STUDENTS OF THE MONTH
December 19th is the last day for student in 2019. The first day back for students will be on January 2, 2020. Have a great Winter Break.
Unified Club... Cool Cats Bowling Team competed in Duluth today!
Catch up with the latest student stories, sports
scores, and news updates. It’s everything Cook County,
in your pocket. Download the app on Android: http://bit.
ly/30KIML8 or iPhone: https://apple.co/2TleY4N.
Boys Basketball tonight vs. Thunder Bay has been postponed. New date will be posted when rescheduled.
Third graders catching snowflakes.
3rd grade students created beautiful art in the medium of...SNOW!...at recess today. Do you see the dragon?
So proud of Adam Dorr, a @CokeScholars Semifinalist from our school who was selected from 93,000+ applicants! Learn more at coca-colascholars.org. #CokeScholarsSF
Second graders are thoroughly enjoying their swim lessons this week!
Sawtooth Mountain Elementary LOST & FOUND....
Check out these items that are in our lost and found.
Band Concert starts in 10 minutes.... still time to get here!
Come enjoy the 6-12 grade bands Winter Concert at the Pam Taylor Gymnasium on December 3rd at 7:00 PM! Tickets are free; free will donations are accepted. All donations will go towards the students Chicago trip scheduled for 2021.
In celebration of Native American Heritage month (November), Sawtooth Mountain Kindergarten was presented with lessons of Southeast Alaskan Native and Ojibwe/Anishinaabe culture and art. Kindergarten had the opportunity of learning Southeast Alaskan Native culture and art from Kayle Hielscher. Miss Kayle lived in Metlakatla, Alaska home to the Tsimshian (shim-shee-un) tribe before working as a Special Education Teacher at Sawtooth. Students learned about the way of life in Alaska and experienced traditional items specific to Tsimshian people such as cedar roses, rings, earrings, and drums (Pictured is the drums made by Miss Kayle while in Alaska). Mrs. Hood shared with students regalia items specific to Anishinaabe people such as a jingle dress, beadwork, and moccasins. They were able to share in dance, ojibwe songs and stories.
We are loving our new app! Access sports
scores, cafeteria menus, news updates, and even
emergency notifications. Download the app on Android:
http://bit.ly/30KIML8 or iPhone: https://apple.co/2TleY4N.
Boys Basketball games scheduled for Monday Dec. 2nd vs. Lakeview Christian have been postponed due to no school in Duluth area. Games will be rescheduled.
Sawtooth Mountain Elementary Students of the Month
We’re thrilled to announce Cook County ISD
166’s app! Access sports scores, cafeteria menus, news
updates, even emergency notifications. Download the app
on Android: http://bit.ly/30KIML8 or iPhone:
https://apple.co/2TleY4N.
Reminder there is NO school for students November 27, 28 and 29.
Cook County Schools is looking for a Registered Nurse to oversee the Licensed Practical Nurse in the School Health office. The position is one day a week.
To apply please send Letter of Interest, Resume, Nursing License, and 3 letters of reference to:
ppuskala@isd166.org
2 HOUR DELAY: Cook County Schools will have a 2 hour delay today due to County Wide road conditions. No AM preschool for Ms Amanda’s Class.
In honor of World Kindness Day and the kindness of Mr. Rogers, people throughout the world wore cardigans today, including some of us!
Veteran's Day Concert.
Monday, November 11th at 2pm
High School Gymnasium
Speaker: Theodore Rex
Music by High School Band and High School Choir
Open to everyone in community.
PTA FUNDRAISER
PTA will be running a fundraiser until December 2nd to raise money for winter activities for students. Elementary students will be conducting direct sales and orders are eligible for free shipping. Orders will arrive week of December 16th. Online orders of $75 or more are also eligible for free shipping and will be shipped right away. See flyer for more information or go to www.mnbrandsforgood.com to place your order. Enter “ISD 166” when asked for Group Name.
More from the Woodland Sky Dancers performance
South Shore Drive Bus Route Update:
Beginning November 7th the bus will again be going on the South Shore Drive to pick up and drop off students.
Woodland Sky Dancers performing for the Cook County Schools PK - 12 and Oshki Ogimaag. The performance included story telling, descriptions of the regalia, and traditional dances. The students were completely engaged and left with valuable lessons!
Sawtooth Mountain Elementary's Student Council Elections will be today in the ACA at 1:30.
From the School Social Work Office
Second and fifth grade reading buddies joined forces to learn a shared set of kickball rules and to play!
Reminder - NO School for students on Friday, November 1st.
DATE CHANGE: The Winter Sports Parents Meeting will be on Tuesday, November 5th at 5:30pm. All parents and athletes participating in a Winter Activity should be in attendance.
Fifth grade students earned a $50 prize in a box top competition and chose to purchase kickballs for each classroom! They also created Sawtooth Elementary kickball rules. On Wednesday as part of our Vikings Pride assembly each class had a representative that received the kickball.
October’s Sawtooth Mountain elementary’s students of the month.
Everyone is invited to wear orange tomorrow for Unity Day to support kindness, acceptance and inclusion in our school and community.
Free and Reduced Lunch benefits expire each October if a new free and reduced application is not submitted to school each fall. If a new application was not submitted, your child is no longer eligible for free and reduced lunch and breakfast at school. Please submit a new application. Free and reduced lunch applications are available in the PK-12 office or on the school website. Please call the school if you have questions. 387-2271 ext 609 Thank you.
School photo retake day was scheduled for October 24th. Middle and high school photos have not arrived yet so we will have to postpone retake day. Will post an update as soon as we have a confirmed date. Thank you.
WTIP recently visited a handful of classrooms from across the school, recording students’ thoughts on bravery, courage and heroes. These field recordings will then be integrated into a larger piece set to air this Wednesday, 10/23, from 3-4. Eventually the program will also be available for streaming on their website.
Miigwech, WTIP, for taking the time to listen!
“WTIP recently visited a handful of classrooms from across the school, recording students’ thoughts on bravery, courage and heroes. These field recordings will then be integrated into a larger piece set to air this Wednesday, 10/23, from 3-4. Eventually the program will also be available for streaming on their website.
Miigwech, WTIP, for taking the time to listen!
The Cook County Football Team will have their first playoff game on the road tomorrow at Noble Field at the Grand Rapids High School where they will play Bigfork at 6pm.
Grand Rapids High School
800 Conifer Drive
Grand Rapids
Cook County School Store is now open!
Find items picked out specifically for our team.
There is also spirit wear available for your family and friends.
- Shop Now: https://www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/CCVIKING19
- Store Open From: October 21 - November 4, 2019
The Cook County Volleyball team will have a home playoff game this coming Monday, October 21st at 6:30pm. No passes taken at the gate for students or adults. $9 for adults and $5 for students.
Viking Football squad wins big road game in Cromwell 18-8.
Please see picture for Information on purchasing a letter jacket for your varsity student- athlete. Jackets are reasonably priced, very warm, and a great tradition here at CCHS. If you need more info, feel free to email me at mdorr@isd166.org
Get your
LIMITED TIME OFFER
Cook County Vikings gear here!
Order online at
https://www.customink.com/g/deb0-00c0-ctzn
by November 22, 2019 and your shirts
will be delivered right to your house by December 9, 2019.
Shipping charges will be added
Child and adult sizes available in all styles.
COOK COUNTY SCHOOLS PTA
Sawtooth Elementary students were able to use their Viking Vouchers to purchase a facepaint for homecoming. Our Jr. Vikings were excited to show off their school spirit!
Junior High Volleyball Tournament for today is cancelled.
INDIGENOUS PEOPLE'S DAY 2019
NOTICE: School Phones will be out of service for a software upgrade today, Thursday, October 10 from approximately 4-4:30 p.m. and tomorrow, Friday, October 11 starting at 11:00 a.m. for approximately 5 hours.
Thank you PTA for our wonderful Book Fair, NS Federal Union for buying a book for each child and to families for their gifts of books to our classrooms. Second grade received “Poodunnit” off their classroom wish list from a family. Perfect for reading outside on a beautiful day!
8th and 9th Grade Football game in Mt. Iron today at 5pm. No practice or game for 7th grade football players.
Picure Retake Day will be October 24th. Order froms are available in the office or these are the codes to use when ordering online.
Grapes galore! The Sawtooth Mountain garden kids had a very successful grape season. Mrs. Viren's 3rd grade class picked and crushed the grape to make grape jam for our annual Stone Soup day. YUM!
Homecoming Coronation & PepFest
Cook County Schools will host their annual Homecoming Pepfest on Thursday, October 10th at 9:45am in the High School Gym. Check out the fun and help celebrate Homecoming week at Cook County Schools! Parents & Family are welcomed to attend.
Middle and High School Conferences will be in classrooms this year instead of the cafeteria as has been done in the past.
Sawtooth Mountain Homecoming Dress up days
Homecoming Dance will be Saturday, October 12th from 8 to 11 pm in the cafeteria. $15 single / $25 couple.
ISD 166 is looking for substitutes for paraprofessionals and teachers. Please contact Cindy Everson at ceverson@isd166.org or call 218-387-2271 ext 602 if you are interested or have questions.
Free Day at Dentist on Monday October 21st. Call now for an appointment. See attached flyer.
Scholastic Artic Adventure Bookfair!
Hosted by ISD166 PTA
October 8th-10th 3:30-6:30 PM in the elementary library
Proceeds from the fair will help teachers grade K-12 and the elementary and middle/high school library.
North Shore Federal Credit Union is our sponsor this fall. Each child Prek-5th grade at Sawtooth Elementary and K-6th at GES will receive a book up to $5 value or $5 off of a book of greater value.
Vikes lose heartbreaker in Barnum after thrilling 5 set game.
Today sawtooth elementary enjoyed Siama and Dallas, taking them on a musical journey through Africa.
They will be at the Public Library in Grand Marais tonight from 6 to 7 if you want to enjoy their performance.
Mark your calendars for parent/teacher conferences:
October 8th and 10th - ISD 166 campus, 3:30 - 6:30 pm
October 11th - Grand Portage, 9 - 11 am
Sawtooth students of the month
Sawtooth’s Stone Soup
September Sawtooth Students of the Month
FRIDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL
Super Fans at the Football Game
JR Viking Cheerleaders at the Volleyball game - 9-19-19
Vaping Information Panel
Congratulations to the North Shore Storm Cross County Teams!! At the Eveleth Invitational the Girls Team took 1st place and the Boy's Team took 3rd!
Don't forget to download our new app.....Cook County Schools in the app store
Check out our updated website, same address....www.cookcountyschools.org