Marshall County CSD

MCC School Board met last night in regular session. The board meeting briefing is available here: https://bit.ly/3bO777x Video of the board meeting is available on our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/mcc441

The State is offering Pandemic Electronic Benefits (P-EBT) similar to last spring, very soon for qualifying families. To qualify, your child must be: - Enrolled in SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), MFIP (Minnesota Family Investment Program), TANF (Tribal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) or - Approved for free/reduced price meals, and - In a hybrid or distance-learning format for the majority of the month. If you already completed a free-reduced lunch application, you do not need to do anything else to qualify. If you need to complete a free-reduced lunch application you can do so by going to: https://www.lunchapplication.com/ or by downloading form here: https://bit.ly/3ayiQdc, completing form, and turning it into the school office. It is also important to be sure your address and contact information are up to date at school. Take action before February 28 to start receiving this benefit if you qualify or think you may qualify. Visit: https://mn.gov/dhs/p-ebt/ for more information.

2-19-2021 MCC Families, Attached to this letter, you will find our March planning calendar. We will remain in our current Learning Model for a few more weeks. Due to the uptick in cases in our area, the first two weeks of March we will continue with Wednesday being a distance day for all students. We will serve takeout meals and have Tier I Emergency Childcare on Wednesday, March 3 and Wednesday, March 10. We are hoping to begin a return to 5 days a week in-person schooling starting March 15. Under this plan starting on the 15th: Head Start Students would go Monday - Wednesday. K-12 would go all five days each week. PreK would go to school Thursdays and Fridays. The remaining Wednesdays in March (17, 24, and 31) would be early dismissal days where students will be released from Viking at 12:25 p.m., Newfolden Elementary at 12:50 p.m., and the High School at 1:00 p.m. The early dismissal ensures we meet the teacher prep time requirements in the Governor’s executive order helping our teachers work with students home on quarantine or distance learning. The return of students 5 days a week in-person is subject to change depending on how our area of the county is doing in regards to the spread of COVID 19 and how much our school system is being affected by that. We have school conferences planned for March 8 and March 9 at all schools. March 8 Conferences will be held from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and March 9 Conferences will be held from 3:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Conferences will be held via Zoom or Telephone. All elementary students will receive a scheduled conference time with their homeroom teacher. Parents of high school students may request a conference with teachers and teachers may request a conference with parents. Patty and Sarah will be mailing conference times home soon. If you are a parent of a high school student and wish to schedule a conference, please contact Missy in the high school office mbjorgaard@mccfreeze.org or (218) 874-7225. March 29 is a scheduled in-service day. We will have takeout meals available to those that reserve them and have Tier I Emergency Childcare that day. April 2, Good Friday, school is closed. No meals or childcare will be available on April 2. Please continue to follow safety protocols to protect your family and help us maintain schooling. Stay home when sick. Wash hands often. Maintain social distance from those not in your household. Wear masks indoors and when with people not from your household. Contact the school if you have any questions. I want to thank our families for being flexible and understanding with all the adjustments that we have made. The adjustments have allowed us to make the most of the situation and helped us provide education and extracurricular opportunities. Remember that we are here to support you and if you need any assistance, please call. Thank you and Take care! Jeffrey Lund, Superintendent

The State of Minnesota has announced the launch of the Minnesota COVID-19 Vaccine Connector. This tool helps Minnesotans find out when, where, and how to get their COVID-19 vaccine. Read the full information here: https://bit.ly/3jZ3KR4

The state of Minnesota has announced the launch of the Minnesota COVID-19 Vaccine Connector. This tool helps Minnesotans find out when, where, and how to get their COVID-19 Vaccine. Read Information Letter Here: https://bit.ly/3jZ3KR4

Attention C-Squad Basketball Parents: Tonight's game vs. Sacred Heart in Newfolden has been cancelled.

Dear Families and Staff, 2/15/2021 We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) that members of the MCC School community tested positive for COVID-19. It is possible these persons were able to spread the disease while in the community. The following dates and locations were involved: 2/4 and 2/5: MCC High School 2/11 and 2/12: Viking Elementary We cannot for privacy reasons share details about the people. At this time, all have been told to stay home and away from other people (in isolation) until they are well and can no longer spread the disease. We have worked with MDH to identify those who were in close contact with the person who tested positive for COVID-19, and have told them directly to stay home and/or to work from home for 14 days, even if they have a negative COVID-19 test during that time. This is how long it can take to show signs of the disease. If you have not been contacted, your child is not considered a close contact, and there is nothing special you need to do. Because the spread of COVID-19 from unknown sources is widespread in Minnesota, you should continue to watch your child for COVID-19 symptoms, which include: Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher, New cough or a cough that gets worse, Difficulty/hard time breathing, New loss of taste or smell, Sore throat, Nasal congestion/stuffy or runny nose, Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea, Muscle pain, Extreme fatigue/feeling very tired, Severe/very bad headache, or Chills. If your child gets symptoms, they should stay home and you should talk with their doctor or other health care provider to decide if they need to see a doctor and/or to get tested for COVID-19. We understand that this news may make people feel uneasy. We have taken action to clean and sanitize the building and are working closely with MDH to watch the situation. We are asking all members of our community to lower the chance of spreading illness by taking the following actions: Protect yourself and others by wearing a face covering, Wash your hands often with soap and water, Cover your coughs and sneezes; do not touch your face with unwashed hands, If you are sick, stay home from school, child care, sports, and other activities, Clean all commonly touched surfaces often, such as telephones, doorknobs, countertops, etc. If you have questions, contact Nurse Julie, jdahlman@mccfreeze.org.Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe. Jeffrey Lund Superintendent/Elementary Principal Julie Dahlman MCC School Nurse

The School Board will be meeting in regular session on February 18, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. Link to agenda is here: https://5il.co/pmpr. The school board will meet in person but public access is limited to attending via Zoom. If you are interested in attending the meeting, please e-mail Superintendent Lund by 3:00 p.m. on the meeting date and he will send you a link to attend the meeting.

Reminder for school next week (2-15 to 2-19) K-12 In School (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday) Head Start In School (Monday & Tuesday) Preschool In School (Thursday & Friday) Meal Sign up for Wednesday: https://bit.ly/2Np6FGc

Nearby Thief River Falls area has experienced a surge in community spread of COVID-19. We have also been seeing an uptick in cases in Marshall County as well. It is pertinent we all do our part to squelch this increase for everyone's health and to insure there are no disruptions to school. - Wear Mask - Stay Home when Able, for sure when sick - Wash your hands often - Social distance away from others not in your household - Avoid Unnecessary Travel - Get tested if not feeling well - Get your vaccination when the opportunity becomes available

We have had some questions from families regarding travelling. Here is some helpful information to consider regarding travelling. The CDC and MDH discourage any unnecessary travel. If you must travel outside of the state/area use safety precautions to protect yourself and family. Out of state travel is highly discouraged. Before you travel: Look at area and how much spreading of COVID is going on. A great reference is Global Epidemic Website: https://bit.ly/2LO4o7i that provides a 7 day rolling average by county. While traveling: - Wear a mask, stay six feet from other people, avoid crowds, and wash hands often. After travel: CDC and MDH are recommending you get tested prior to travel and 3 to 5 days after traveling. They also advise staying home for 7 days after travel if you test or 10 days if you do not test. For more detailed information go to CDC Travel website: https://bit.ly/377yDxk

Meal Sign Up for Wednesday, February 17: https://bit.ly/2Np6FGc

The school district welcomed a brand new bus #7 to the transportation fleet today! This bus replaces the 1997 International Bus #7 with over 230,000 miles. New bus 7 is a Blue Bird gasoline model and will be used as a route bus for the area east of town, Holt, and Holt area. On another transportation related note Bus Driver Appreciation week is coming up: February 21-27. We are very proud of our bus drivers, substitute drivers, and Adam for all they do to get our kids to school and home each school day!

2/10/2021 Dear Families and Staff, We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) that a member of the MCC School community has tested positive for COVID-19. It is possible the person was able to spread the disease while in the community on 2/4/2021. We cannot for privacy reasons share details about the person. At this time, they have been told to stay home and away from other people (in isolation) until they are well and can no longer spread the disease. We have worked with MDH to identify those who were in close contact with the person who tested positive for COVID-19, and have told them directly to stay home and/or to work from home for 10 days, even if they have a negative COVID-19 test during that time. This is how long it can take to show signs of the disease. If you have not been contacted, your child is not considered a close contact, and there is nothing special you need to do. Because the spread of COVID-19 from unknown sources is widespread in Minnesota, you should continue to watch your child for COVID-19 symptoms, which include: Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher, New cough or a cough that gets worse, Difficulty/hard time breathing, New loss of taste or smell, Sore throat, Nasal congestion/stuffy or runny nose, Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea, Muscle pain, Extreme fatigue/feeling very tired, Severe/very bad headache, or Chills. If your child gets symptoms, they should stay home and you should talk with their doctor or other health care provider to decide if they need to see a doctor and/or to get tested for COVID-19. We understand that this news may make people feel uneasy. We have taken action to clean and sanitize the building and are working closely with MDH to watch the situation. We are asking all members of our community to lower the chance of spreading illness by taking the following actions: Protect yourself and others by wearing a face covering, Wash your hands often with soap and water, Cover your coughs and sneezes; do not touch your face with unwashed hands, If you are sick, stay home from school, child care, sports, and other activities, Clean all commonly touched surfaces often, such as telephones, doorknobs, countertops, etc. If you have questions, contact Nurse Julie, jdahlman@mccfreeze.org. Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe. Jeffrey Lund Superintendent/Elementary Principal Julie Dahlman MCC School Nurse

High School Custodian/Cleaner Marshall County Central Schools is seeking a full-time custodian/cleaner for the High School building. Position will periodically rotate with another staff member between cleaning work on day shift/evening shift during the school year and day shift work on maintenance and projects during the summer. Preference given to applicants with previous cleaning/custodial experience/boilers license or applicants with or willing to work towards certification. Pay to start at $16.00 day shift/$18.00 night shift; more with experience/boiler certification. Benefits include vacation, holiday pay, sick time, retirement, and health insurance. Must pass a criminal background check. Applications are available from the school office or at http://bit.ly/2mIk4Mo. Please complete application, and submit cover letter with resume to jlund@mccfreeze.org or mail applications to: Jeffrey Lund, Superintendent/Elementary Principal Marshall County Central Schools PO Box 189 Newfolden, MN 56738 Please apply promptly, the position is open until filled. Marshall County Central Schools is an equal opportunity employer.

Reminder for School this Week (Feb. 8-12): K-12 in school Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday. Head Start in school Monday-Tuesday. Preschool in school Thursday-Friday. Wednesday is a distance learning day. Meal Sign Up for Wednesday: https://bit.ly/3j1Chh8

2/5/2021 Dear Families and Staff, We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) that a member of the MCC School community has tested positive for COVID-19. It is possible the person was able to spread the disease while in the community on 2/2/2021. We cannot for privacy reasons share details about the person. At this time, they have been told to stay home and away from other people (in isolation) until they are well and can no longer spread the disease. We have worked with MDH to identify those who were in close contact with the person who tested positive for COVID-19, and have told them directly to stay home and/or to work from home for 14 days, even if they have a negative COVID-19 test during that time. This is how long it can take to show signs of the disease. If you have not been contacted, your child is not considered a close contact, and there is nothing special you need to do. Because the spread of COVID-19 from unknown sources is widespread in Minnesota, you should continue to watch your child for COVID-19 symptoms, which include: Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher, New cough or a cough that gets worse, Difficulty/hard time breathing, New loss of taste or smell, Sore throat, Nasal congestion/stuffy or runny nose, Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea, Muscle pain, Extreme fatigue/feeling very tired, Severe/very bad headache, or Chills. If your child gets symptoms, they should stay home and you should talk with their doctor or other health care provider to decide if they need to see a doctor and/or to get tested for COVID-19. We understand that this news may make people feel uneasy. We have taken action to clean and sanitize the building and are working closely with MDH to watch the situation. We are asking all members of our community to lower the chance of spreading illness by taking the following actions: Protect yourself and others by wearing a face covering, Wash your hands often with soap and water, Cover your coughs and sneezes; do not touch your face with unwashed hands, If you are sick, stay home from school, child care, sports, and other activities, Clean all commonly touched surfaces often, such as telephones, doorknobs, countertops, etc. If you have questions, contact Nurse Julie, jdahlman@mccfreeze.org. Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe. Jeffrey Lund Superintendent/Elementary Principal Julie Dahlman MCC School Nurse

MCC February Newsletter is available online here: https://5il.co/p80f. The print version will be reaching district households soon.

Reminder for School this Week: K-12 in school Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday Head Start in school Monday-Tuesday Preschool in school Thursday-Friday Wednesday is a distance learning day. Meal Sign Up for Wednesday: https://bit.ly/2YyxLxg

1-25-2021 - Information Update to Families Please view following link to view February School Calendar and information letter to families.