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Diamond Path Elementary
School of International Studies
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Inside this Issue
Important Dates
Front Page
Spotlight on Kindergarten
Important Dates!
September
October
October
28th
22nd
Fall Fundraiser
orders are due!
9th
No School
For students
Data Analysis Day
28th
12th
27th
Fall Box Top
Drive begins!
PTO Meeting
at 6:30 pm
PTO Movie Night
for families at 6:30
15th & 16th
27th
No School
State Teachers
Convention
Schoolview Account
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VOTE! Absentee Info
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Volunteer Opportunities
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5th Grade Band
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Nurse News
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PTO
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Coats for Kids
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Energy Assistance
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ELL Family Night at Wolf Ridge
Highland Elementary
from 6-8 pm
Picture Retake
Day!
2&3
Last Page
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THE LOREM IPSUMS
FALL 2016
We Can Be Responsible
By Ms. Scherer’s Kindergarten Class
We can help our friends. We can put
things away where they go. We can
clean up. We can do our classroom
jobs. We can take turns.
We Can Be Respectful
By Mrs. Bodurtha’s Kindergarten Class
We can play nice with other kids.
We can be kind.
We can listen to the teacher.
We can use kind words with each other.
We can share with other kids.
We Can Be Safe!
By Mrs. Martenson’s Kindergarten Class
We can sit criss cross applesauce.
We can push in our chairs.
We can follow directions.
We can stay with our class.
We can tell a teacher where we are going.
We can keep our hands, feet and body to
ourselves.
We can walk with quiet feet.
We can use playground equipment the
right way.
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FALL 2016
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We Can Be Safe
By: Mrs. Runyon’s Kindergarten Class
We can push in chairs so that no one
falls.
We can pick up our tools so that no
one trips on them.
We can sit “criss-cross applesauce” so
that we don’t get stepped on.
We can listen to the teacher so that
we don’t get hurt.
We can walk in school so that we don’t
have an accident.
We Can Be Respectful
By Mrs. Heitz Kindergarten Class
We can be respectful by taking care of
our computers.
We can clean up when we are done using
our tools.
We can say kind words and use our
manners.
We can take care of our community by
walking silently in a line in the hallways.
We can keep our hands and feet to
ourselves.
We Can Be Responsible
By Mrs. Nygren’s Kindergarten Class
We can be quiet in the hallway.
We can be careful with tools at school.
We can help others.
We can be safe.
We can sit in Listening Position.
We can be responsible!
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THE LOREM IPSUMS
FALL 2016
****Important Information!****
PARENTAL PORTAL: SchoolView ACCOUNT!
All families must have a SchoolView account. If parents/guardians already have one,
it is very important that parents review and update emergency contact information
in the account. Remember, this is the ONLY place where emergency contact
information can be accessed by the school nurse. Note, parents/guardians will not be
able to navigate their SchoolView account – including the ability to check lunch fund
balances, pay for lunches, see report cards, review standardized testing scores, etc.,
until emergency information is updated.
DON’T HAVE A SchoolView ACCOUNT YET?
If parents/guardians have not opened a SchoolView account yet, they should see
Caroline in the DP Greeting Center, or Diane in the Front Office to receive a copy of
your personal access key. The access key will allow you to create a SchoolView
account.
VOTE EARLY BY ABSENTEE
No reason needed – request your absentee ballot now!
Step #1 -
Are you registered to vote?
Yes Proceed to Step #2
No Go to www.mnvotes.org - “Register to Vote”
Unsure Go to www.mnvotes.org - “Registration Lookup
Step #2 - Request an absentee ballot application in one of the following ways:
In person at
School District 196, 3455 153rd St. W., Rosemount, MN 55068
Download
Step #3
Dakota Cty. Service Center, 14955 Galaxie Ave, Apple Valley, 55124
Dakota Cty. Admin. Center, 1590 Hwy. 55, Hastings, MN 55033
Dakota Cty. Service Ctr., 1 Mendota Rd. W., West St. Paul, 55118
www.District196.org/Bond2015/Absentee.pdf
VOTE! Absentee ballots available September 18:
Complete your ballot in person at any of the four locations above or
follow the detailed instructions you receive with your absentee ballot and
return by mail.
Questions? Call District 196 at 651-423-7725
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FALL 2016
Important News from the School Nurse!
Welcome back! I am looking forward to a productive and enriching school year! As your school
nurse, I want to provide you with the information you need to safeguard your children’s health,
and pave the way for a healthy school year. I hope you find this information useful.
Head Lice Facts:
Have a Cough?
Community head lice cases have been on the rise. An
estimated 6 to 12 million infestations occur each year
in the United States, most commonly among children
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ages 3 to 11. So, I am writing to you to help you learn
how to identify lice and provide information on what
you can do if lice hit your home.
I will no longer be allowing Cough drops to be
administered at school due to their choking risk. In
talking to other school nurses many of the other
elementary schools also no longer allow them. If your
child is coughing, here are some things you can do
instead:
• Warm salt water rinse. Saline nose spray.
• Encourage lots of fluids.
• Humidifier.
• Decongestant or Mucinex.
(It is important to read all labels and make sure
this medication is recommended for child’s age
and weight. Many cold medications have
multiple medications in the preparations. Make
sure you are not giving additional Tylenol if
Tylenol is in the cold preparation. When
measuring cold medication use the medication
cup provided or specific medication spoon.)
• If your child is coughing a lot then maybe it
would be a good idea to keep them home.
What are head lice?
Head lice are tiny, wingless insects that live close to
the human scalp. They feed on blood. The eggs, also
called nits, are tiny, tear-drop shaped eggs that attach
to the hair shaft. Nits often appear yellowish or white,
and can look like dandruff but cannot be removed or
brushed off. The nymph, or baby louse, is smaller and
grows to adult size in one to two weeks. The adult
louse is the size of a sesame seed and tan to grayishwhite. An itchy and inflamed scalp is a common
symptom of lice. Although not common, persistent
scratching may lead to skin irritation and even
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infection.
Who is affected by head lice?
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Head lice are not related to cleanliness. In fact, head
lice often infest people with good hygiene and
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grooming habits. Infestations can occur anywhere in
the community. Head lice are mostly spread by direct
head-to-head contact—for example, during play time,
slumber parties, sports activities, or camp. Less often,
lice are spread via objects that have been in recent
contact with a person with head lice, such as hats,
scarves, hair ribbons, combs, brushes, stuffed animals
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or bedding.
When to Call the Doctor
Most childhood coughs are nothing to be worried
about. However, call the doctor if your child:
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What to do if an infestation occurs?
If you think your child has head lice, it’s important to
talk to a healthcare provider to discuss the best
treatment approach for your family. Resistance to
some over-the-counter head lice treatments has been
reported, but the prevalence of resistance is not
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known. There are new prescription treatment options
available that are safe and do not require nit combing.
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Has trouble breathing or is working hard to
breathe
Is breathing faster than usual
Has a blue or dusky color to the lips, face, or
tongue
Has a high fever
Makes a "whooping" sound when breathing in
after coughing
Is coughing up blood
Has stridor (a noisy or musical sound) when
breathing in
Has wheezing when breathing out
Is weak, cranky, or irritable
is dehydrated, signs include dizziness,
drowsiness, a dry or sticky mouth, sunken
eyes, crying with little or no tears, or urinating
less often.
THE LOREM IPSUMS
FALL 2016
Upcoming Events:
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September 28: Fall Fundraiser Orders Due
September 28: Fall Box Top Drive Begins!
Follow this link, http//www.district196.org/dpweb/ParentCommunity/PTO.cfm, for a
list of all DP PTO school year events!
Open PTO Positions:
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Family Fun Fest Survey
The 2014-2015 school year and associated Family Fun Fest was a complete success, however, the DP
PTO is still busy trying to improve our events to make them the best possible experience for you and
your families! Please take 5-8 minutes to fill out this nine-question survey about the Family Fun Fest.
This is your chance to have a voice in future Fun Fest events! All feedback and responses are
anonymous. We look forward to and appreciate your feedback! Thank you for your time and
participation in PTO events and fundraisers, volunteer time, and overall awesomeness this past school
year!
Family Fun Fest Survey Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/RDYTQJ
Like us on Facebook!
On our Facebook page you will find information and reminders regarding school and PTO events,
meetings, volunteer opportunities, Take-Out Tonight, and more! Visit
https://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/diamondpathpto.
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THE LOREM IPSUMS
FALL 2016
The*Salvation*Army**
Coat*Distribution*
When:&Thursday,*October*29th*from*9:00*a.m.*–*6:00*p.m.**
Who:&Adults*and/or*children*living*in*Dakota,*Scott*or*Carver*County.*
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Where:&&Easter*Lutheran*Church*
4545*Pilot*Knob*Road*(Eagan)*
(Corner*of*Cliff*Rd.*and*Pilot*Knob*Rd.)*
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The&adult&picking&up&coats&must&bring&his/her&picture&ID,&a&current&
piece&of&mail&and&a&form&of&ID&for&each&person&needing&a&coat&
(medical&card,&social&security&card,&birth&certificate,&etc.).&&
Questions?**952R898R9367*
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*Coats*will*be*distributed*based*on*availability*
ENERGY ASSISTANCE 2015-2016
CAP Agency’s Energy Assistance Program (EAP) helps eligible households
maintain affordable, continuous and safe home energy. Services include bill
payment assistance, home energy crisis intervention, outreach, energy
advocacy, information about utility consumer rights, and referrals. Energy
assistance provides funds to help pay costs associated with heat and electricity.
Funds are sent directly to the vendor. Applications for Energy Assistance are
accepted from October 1st through June 1st. Please contact the CAP Agency at
651-322-3500 for more information on guidelines and income eligibility
requirements. You may also visit their website at: www.capagency.org
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Wolf Ridge
Our 4th graders recently returned from a
successful trip to Wolf Ridge! Please
enjoy a few pictures of their time
there.