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REMINDER: First Lego League (4th - 8th grades)

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FIRST Lego League for grades 4-8:

Calling interested students and parents! GRS hopes to host 4 lego league teams this fall under the direction of head coach Pam Husak.

Teams will practice every Wednesday after school from 4-5:30, and every other Saturday culminating in the all-day tournament in December. The first meeting will be Wednesday September 6. 

The fee is $200 (scholarships available--contact bigcanoe@greatriverschool.org). The fee goes towards materials, equipment, competition fees, and GRS staff resources.

Lego League gives students a hands on technical challenge to solve while working as a team to study the problem and find solutions. We're looking for kids who are committed to hard work and building strong, cooperative teams. To apply, students and parents should fill out the Lego League application form. 

We are also looking for parents who are able to volunteer their time to coach a team--no experience is needed, just a willingness to help guide the kids in their work! 

Teams fill up quickly, and placement is not guaranteed. Registration is complete upon team confirmation and payment.

Contact legoleague@greatriverschool.org with any questions.

Apply to NoMythic!

Do you like working with a group? Solving problems? Building things? Making things happen? Traveling with a group? Then the robotics team might be for you! NoMythic is a collaboration between Avalon and Great River School

Experience the Team Nights

Anyone interested in the team must attend one of these sessions. They’re also perfect if you don’t know if you’d like to join the team - we’ll give you a taste of everything we do. 

  • September 7th, 12th or 14th (first two weeks of school). 

  • 4:30-8:30 pm at GRS (Idea Lab)

  • You will need to be picked up at GRS at 8:30 pm that evening.

  • Dinner is included!

We are especially seeking 9th graders this year, to fill the 8 open spots on our team (though anyone 9th -12th grade is welcome to apply). No skills required.

Talk to NoMythic students at school (look for our signature purple tie dye) or email 2491nomythic@gmail.com if you have further questions or to let us know about any dietary needs.

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First Lego League (4th - 8th grades) , and Soccer (5th - 8th grades) Sign ups!

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FIRST Lego League for grades 4-8:

Calling interested students and parents! GRS hopes to host 4 lego league teams this fall under the direction of head coach Pam Husak.

Teams will practice every Wednesday after school from 4-5:30, and every other Saturday culminating in the all-day tournament in December. The first meeting will be Wednesday September 6. 

The fee is $200 (scholarships available--contact bigcanoe@greatriverschool.org). The fee goes towards materials, equipment, competition fees, and GRS staff resources.

Lego League gives students a hands on technical challenge to solve while working as a team to study the problem and find solutions. We're looking for kids who are committed to hard work and building strong, cooperative teams. To apply, students and parents should fill out the Lego League application form. 

We are also looking for parents who are able to volunteer their time to coach a team--no experience is needed, just a willingness to help guide the kids in their work! 

Teams fill up quickly, and placement is not guaranteed. Registration is complete upon team confirmation and payment.

Contact legoleague@greatriverschool.org with any questions.


LIST League soccer signup for grades 5-8

LIST co-ed soccer will run from September-November. We anticipate offering one 5-6 team and one 7-8 team.

Practices will be at McMurray fields north of Great River Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15-5:30 pm, with games on Wednesdays (gr 5-6 team) or Fridays (gr 7-8 team). 

Coaches: Corey Pederson and Ricardo McCurley

Cost is $150 (jersey, league and coach fee)

Sign up here to indicate your interest, and you'll be contacted with team and payment information.

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Fall Sports!

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By August 4th, 2023, if you are interested in playing a Fall Sport, please return this registration form. Great River School is part of a sports consortium so that we have enough players to create tremendous teams!

These sports are open to all in grades 7-12 for the 2023-2024 school year.

Practices start on August 14th and no registrations will be accepted after the first week of practice.

This fall, our choices are:  Coed Cross Country, Girls' Volleyball, Boys' Soccer, Girls' Soccer, and Football.

Please send your completed forms to: tiger.hs.athletics@twincitiesacademy.org BY AUGUST 4.

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LIST League Soccer Coach Wanted

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Are you interested in coaching soccer for grades 5-6 and/or 7-8? We anticipate offering two teams next fall through the middle school LIST league. The season is September-November. Typically teams practice 1-2 times per week from 3:45-5 pm and have games on Wednesdays (5-6) or Fridays (7-8). We are able to offer a stipend for coaching duties. Please reach out to kanway@greatriverschool.org for more information about this opportunity.

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REMINDER: Last day of School ceremony and half day

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The last day of school is a half day on Friday, June 9th. It is an annual tradition to close the year together with our end of year ceremony, thank each other for the work we’ve done, and enter summer collectively.  The students will line up in the playground area on the south side of campus to participate in this short event, which will begin at 11:10am followed by an ice cream social and dismissal at 11:45. 

Your students should bring all their personal items home. Please have your children bring nothing with them to school on the last day, except any remaining borrowed school items they need to return - we need the building to be cleared out by dismissal time. All items left in the lost & found will be donated.

Students will not be eating lunch at school on Friday. Big Canoe Kids Club will not be in session in the afternoon on the last day of school. Dismissal for all students is at 11:45am.

Thank you for your partnership through this year. We would appreciate parent volunteers to help with the ice cream social - please sign up here!

The Ceremony
Caregivers are welcome to observe the ceremony and pick up your students afterwards.  We ask that caregivers gather along the perimeter of the playground (staying on or behind the limestone rocks). After the ceremony, students will participate in an ice cream social and be dismissed for the summer. 

For more information, please see the email sent to all GRS Families.

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Great Gatherings: Owning and Maintain an Electric Vehicle (EV)

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The 22-23 school year is coming to a close and it's time to look towards summer and ways to stay connected with other GRS families! We still have some spots available at a couple of the Great Gathering- consider joining in and boosting your summer with some new learnings and friends!

EV Curious? Spend an evening enjoying appetizers and craft mocktails while learning what it’s like to buy, own and maintain an EV. We’ll have a informal discussion and answer questions about topics such as: Buying experience, availability Test driving options Rebates Features Hybrid vs Plug-in Batteries and range Road trip and route planning Charging options (solar) Local EV Car Share Options HOST: Susan and Rudolph Sochacki WHEN: June 20th, 2023 6:30pm WHERE: Our patio in St Paul WHO: Adults

click this link to buy tickets! bit.ly/GRSBHBTICKETS23

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Prom needs you!

Hello Junior and Senior Families, 

Prom is in just a couple days and things are looking good! BUT WE NEED YOUR HELP!

Our adolescent student planners have been working hard but they cannot set up for this soirée alone. We need volunteers to help set up and clean up for the event! 

Please sign up for a slot to help make this event a success as we celebrate a positive school year! Thanks to those of you who've already volunteered!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0d49a4a62babf94-20231#/

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Theory of Knowledge Class Annual Exhibition, Wed., May 31st; 10:30am

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The Theory of Knowledge class will be hosting their annual Exhibition. Each student will have an exhibition of three artifacts centered on a Theory of Knowledge question of their choice. Students will act as hosts and presenters of their exhibition, sharing their artifacts and insights. It will be a super fun morning for any and all curious minds!

Date: Wednesday, May 31st

Time: 10:30- 11:30am

Location: Sophie and Sarah H's Rooms

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External post: MN Youth Birdwatching Club

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We've had the pleasure of working with birder Amy Simso Dean during elementary Environmental Ed workshop. Amy leads the MN Youth Birdwatching Club, which has received grants for 2023 to offer *free* guided birding opportunities for youth and families. Please share this information with others, or reach out for your own family if you are interested! Email MYbirdclubinfo@gmail.com or follow @MYBirdClub on facebook.  

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Family Feedback Survey - Due June 9th

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Families of Great River,

We look forward to your feedback regarding this past school year. Your feedback creates and informs the decisions we will make as a school community. Please be direct, honest, and critical where appropriate. Also let us know where you find joy and strength in our learning community. After each question is an opportunity to provide additional comment if you would like to elaborate on any specific topic.

Please fill this Family Feedback Form by June 9th. Your results are anonymous and we appreciate every shared experience and perspective!

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Theory of Knowledge Class Annual Exhibition, Wed., May 31st; 10:30am

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The Theory of Knowledge class will be hosting their annual Exhibition. Each student will have an exhibition of three artifacts centered on a Theory of Knowledge question of their choice. Students will act as hosts and presenters of their exhibition, sharing their artifacts and insights. It will be a super fun morning for any and all curious minds!

Date: Wednesday, May 31st

Time: 10:30- 11:30am

Location: Sophie and Sarah H's Rooms

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End-of-year BIPOC Gathering! Wednesday, May 24; 11:30am to 3pm

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This is a reminder that our year end BIPOC gathering will take place tomorrow at Griggs park from 11:30am - 3pm. 

Pizza, snacks, and water will be provided. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options will be available. 

The plan is to meet outside at the blacktop area and walk over to griggs park together as a group at 11:30am. Students are expected to remain at the park until we return to school together at 3pm. 

If you have any questions please reach out to Jordan. 

Graduation is in 9 days! Don't forget to RSVP! Graduation Info for Senior Families (& Junior Families)

UPCOMING DATES
FOR SENIOR FAMILIES
TO KNOW:

  • Wednesday, May 24 - June 2, 2023: Experiential Learning (ELM). Please see email from Teresa with the student waiver and for ELM details.

  • Thursday, June 1, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm: Rehearsal for Graduation;  Roseville Lutheran Church–1215 Roselawn Ave W, Roseville, MN 55113. Roseville Lutheran Church is located south of Hwy 36 between Hamline and Lexington Avenue and has plenty of on-site parking. Attendance is mandatory.

  • Thursday, June 1, 2023, 7 - 10pm: Prom at SPA, Station 10 at 754 Randolph Ave, St Paul, MN 55102. Theme: Old Hollywood. Any GRS juniors or seniors can attend; each junior and senior is permitted 1 plus one. Tickets during the month of May are $35, but if you buy them the day of prom, they will be $40. If the plus one is from another school they must fill out this form. Click on this link to Get your Tickets today!
    Scholarships: Need-based scholarships to cover the cost of prom are available. Reach out to Nick Beerman or Matt McElrath if you would like to request a scholarship.

  • Monday, June 5 - Thursday, June 8: Spring Intensives. Seniors who have signed up for Spring Intensives and have not finished please speak with Nick Beermann.

  • Friday, June 9, 6pm: Commencement, Roseville Lutheran Church (directions and a map) (Graduates should arrive no later than 4:30 pm to get their flowers, group picture, and line-up for the processional.) Please see email with further details on arrivals for guests and individual family photos.  

  • Graduation Attire for Graduates - Students will be wearing Navy Blue caps and gowns distributed at the end of Graduation Rehearsal. Be sure to dress for the weather under your gown. Students are able to decorate their caps once received. The ceremony is generally over by 7:45 pm, with light refreshments being served after the ceremony.

  • Directions to Graduation (From GRS):
    From Great River, Continue to Energy Park Dr

    Turn onto Lexington Pkwy N to Roselawn Ave W in Roseville

    Continue on Roselawn Ave W

    Arrive at Roseville Lutheran Church, 1215 Roselawn Ave W, Roseville, MN 55113

    Look out for more emails that will be sent to senior families with more information about graduation as the day draws closer.

JUNIOR PARENTS: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
FOR ORGANIZING GRADUATION!!

In the GRS community, it’s a tradition for the 11th year families to plan graduation for the senior class. In turn, that means next year, when your students graduate, you can rest assured knowing everything is being taken care of by the junior class families.

We are seeking junior parent volunteers for various tasks before, during and after the Graduation ceremony such as event coordinators, decorators, ushers and more. For event coordination, this would involve managing event details, ordering graduation materials, and day-of logistics.

To sign-up to Volunteer, please fill out the Graduation Sign-up Genius. Keep an eye out for an email with more information regarding volunteering.

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Donate to the Art Department today!

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Cleaning out your storage for spring? The art department is looking for any (working) film cameras that you may be looking to unload. We are always happy to take any used or unused canvases and blank sketchbooks as well. Thanks for considering the GRS Art Department! Supplies can be delivered to the front office. Please contact Randi McClure rmcclure@greatriverschool.org for any questions.

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Family Feedback Survey - due June 9th

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Families of Great River,

We look forward to your feedback regarding this past school year. Your feedback creates and informs the decisions we will make as a school community. Please be direct, honest, and critical where appropriate. Also let us know where you find joy and strength in our learning community. After each question is an opportunity to provide additional comment if you would like to elaborate on any specific topic.

Please fill this Family Feedback Form by June 9th. Your results are anonymous and we appreciate every shared experience and perspective!