January, 2016

Minneapolis Public Schools

RICHARD GREEN CENTRAL SCHOOL

Important Dates

Tuesday, January 5th

Pastries with the Principal (8:00-

9:00am) Wednesday, January

6th Reading Club (8:00-9:00am)

Friday, January 15th

NO SCHOOL (Record Keeping

Day)

Monday, January 18th NO SCHOOL

(Martin Luther King Jr. Day)

Tuesday, January 19th NO SCHOOL

(Professional Development)

Thursday, January 21th Family Night

Phone Numbers

School Office: (612)6683730

Principal: (612) 668-3752

Secretary: (612)668-3754

Family Liaison: (612) 6683736

Transportation: (612) 6683745

Health Office: (612) 6683744

Attendance: (612)668-3734

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Happy New Year, Green families! We are back at school and hard at work, despite the cold weather. Speaking of cold weather, please make sure your students are dressed in warm clothing for outdoor recess. Also remember that our doors open each day at 7:45 for breakfast and class begins at 8:05, so please arrive at 7:45 with your students. Rarely, we may have to close school to help ensure the safety of our students and staff. If we do, we will let you know as soon as possible by phone, text, social media, and the district website or through your local news station. Call the main office to update your contact information. Thank you for entrusting your students to us – it is a privilege to partner with you for their education. We hope to see you at Green this month! Upcoming Pastries with the Principal Tuesday, January 5th 8-9am. Pastries with the Principal is a casual gathering that offers families the opportunity of meeting with Principal Mr. Arnold, the Assistant Principal Ms. DeSantiago, and the leadership team! Site Council Meeting Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, January 19th from 4:30 -5:30 pm

Message from the Principal

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Family Night Thursday, January 21th from Family from 5:00 – 7:00 pm we will have our Family night. Come join us!

Farro Salad Tasting

During lunch on January 29th, students will taste Farro Salad with Curry Orange Dressing -a sweet, tangy dish inspired by the Birchwood Cafe. The goals of tastes test are to get students excited to try new, flavorful foods and encourage them to think critically about their food (beyond just whether they like or dislike it). Please encourage your student to try this new salad!

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

Monday, January 18th at 3:00-4:30pm, we will celebrate the life and movement of Dr. King. This event will be open to the public with recitals, choirs, music, dance, a guest speaker and and dinner. Zumba Class Monday and Wednesday from 6:00-7:00pm bring your family out to a night of Zumba, to exercise while enjoying your family. We will move to the Latin sounds of beats and drums as we learn various dance moves. (Free) Yoga class Tuesdays from 6:00-7:00pm Bring your family out to a night of Yoga, to stretch, practice breathing, while enjoying your family. We will work on basic stretches and move into breathing techniques. (Free)

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News

Thank you for participating at our December Family Night. Special thanks to the families and staff, who collectively have worked with us to provide the best service to our families.

Policy Regarding the Administration of

Medication in School

For the safety of students, it is recommended that medication be given at home whenever possible. For example: medication prescribed twice a day can be given at 7am before school, and 7 pm at night.

Volunteer Program

We are working to build "Strong Communities” ask about the Green School Volunteer Program. If you want information, please contact Hugo Barrios or Anthony Scott II at (612) 668-3730 or in the office.