Community Education

We are happy to share that sixth grade students will return to in-person learning at school on Tuesday, Feb. 16. Students will attend school from 7:20 a.m. to 12:55 p.m., four days a week (typically Monday through Thursday).

To accommodate elementary students transitioning to in-person learning, there is a new schedule for meal pick-up for January, February and March.

Student voice is a valuable part of our classrooms, schools and community. SoWashCo is seeking input from all secondary students (6-12) in our second Share Your Stories listening session.

As winter athletic competitions begin, families should review the spectator guidelines for their child’s sport. The guidelines are in accordance with COVID-19 policies established by the Minnesota Department of Health, Minnesota State High School League and the Suburban East Conference (SEC). If spectators do not follow guidelines for their sporting event, they will be asked to leave.

Substitute teachers are critical for an in-person learning model. The Professional Educator License and Standards Board (PELSB) offers a short call substitute teaching license that allows a candidate to substitute teach for up to 15 consecutive days per-assignment.

For school districts, the new year is often met with a new challenge – determining the budget for the next school year. South Washington County Schools (SoWashCo) is in the middle of a budget adjustment process to create a sustainable budget while prioritizing student learning. Thursday evening, the school board reviewed a list of proposed budget adjustments that will impact elementary, middle and high schools, in addition to district wide programs and staff.

Congratulations to Allison Benjamin who was selected as a semifinalist in the 2020-2021 Coca-Cola Scholars Program. The Coca-Cola Scholars Program awards students who display leadership skills, excel academically and show a passion for bettering their community.

South Washington County Schools (SoWashCo) will be hosting One of Those Kids, a virtual parent education event from 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Jan. 27 as a part of the parent education series on ADHD provided by a PrarieCare Child and Family fund grant.