Henning School District

On Tuesday, November 3 The Henning School Community will have the opportunity to vote on the topic of renewing our current operating referendum levy. We have provided a link to the Flyer here: https://5il.co/lq7f

To assist with managing our 50% bus capacity rule - Effective Monday, October 5 the Henning School will not allow students to ride on a school bus that they are not scheduled on as part of the normal route. The exception to the rule is for students in fourth grade or below that require a route change due to child care related issues. We will not be able to assist with transporting students for birthday parties, sleep overs, etc. during this time. Also, we ask that any of these child care transportation requests be communicated with the school before 1:30.

We want to say “Thank You” to our students and staff for making our first day of school such a positive day. It was a great sight to see our students and staff working together again after six months of being out of the building. #HenningPride

Our Senior Class (Class of 2021) continued the tradition of welcoming our Kindergartners (Class of 2033) on the first day of school.

Back-to-School 2020 Your Educational Journey Begins Tomorrow!

The following link is to the updated Henning School COVID Guidelines: https://5il.co/jvjk Updates are highlighted in the document.

Locker Sign-up for grades 7-12 is scheduled for tomorrow (Thursday, Sept. 3) from 8:00-3:00 - Students must wear a mask! Distance Learning Textbook & Technology pickup (for families that have communicated) is scheduled for tomorrow (Thursday, Sept. 3) from 10:00-2:00 at the Elementary Entrance. Please wear a mask!

Our Back-to-School packets will be arriving soon in your mailbox. If you want to get early access to Mr. Williams letter and the Henning School COVID Guidelines - click the links below: Back-to-School Letter: https://5il.co/jvn9 COVID Guidelines: https://5il.co/jvjk K-6 Supply List: https://5il.co/jyu7 We will see you soon!!!

Henning C.H.A.T. Bike Rodeo is going virtual!

Employment Opportunity - Paraprofessional The Henning School District is seeking up to two energetic individuals to join our Paraprofessional team. Applications may be picked up from the district office. Positions are open until filled. All interested individuals should send a completed application to: Thomas Williams, Principal Henning Independent School District No. 545 500 School Avenue Henning, MN 56551 (218) 583-2927

The Henning School Board approved the resolution with a unanimous vote that our learning model to start the year will be All-In Person learning for ALL students Prek-12 (the learning model will be fluid as the school district will be required to use up to date data to meet state mandates). The School Board also approved: *COVID-19 Face Covering Policy - Masks are required for students K-12. Policy can be found at: https://5il.co/jrxz *Open Lunch (for grades 10-12) will continue as long as our learning model is All-In Person. Once our learning model changes to a hybrid model, Open Lunch will discontinue. *Open House scheduled for Wednesday, September 2 has been cancelled. Families are encouraged to reach out to teachers directly to discuss the start of the year. (Dropping students off at school will be required to occur outside the school building). Teacher Contact information can be found on the school website at - https://www.henning.k12.mn.us/o/henning-public-school/staff *Learning Models can be found at: https://5il.co/jsug *Families are encouraged to drive their students to and from school as often as possible

The Minnesota State High School League meeting schedule for tomorrow (Tuesday, August 11) evening has been cancelled. Cross Country participants will receive information at their first practice on Monday, August 17. The CC practice bus will depart Henning at 7:30 a.m. for an 8:00 a.m. practice start time in Battle Lake. All participants need communicate with Mr. Misegades by email to get information regarding physicals, eligibility forms and fees for participation. Mr. Misegades can be reached by email: rmisegades@henning.k12.mn.us

Two Positions Available: Henning Independent School District No. 545 is seeking an energetic individual to join our kitchen staff in the position of Food Service Director. Hours will be weekdays from 6:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. on days when school is in session and summer hours will be determined by the superintendent to manage the summer food program. Some lifting is required. Salary is based on experience and duties. Applications may be picked up from the district office. Position is open until filled. All interested individuals should send a completed application and resume to: Barry Olson, Superintendent Henning Independent School District No. 545 500 School Avenue Henning, MN 56551 (218) 583-2927 ------------------------------------------------------------------ Henning Independent School District No. 545 is seeking part-time custodial personnel for additional cleaning of the school. Days and times will be determined closer to the start of the school year. Responsibilities would include general building cleaning and maintenance. Applications will be taken until position is filled. Interested individuals should submit an application and resume to: Barry Olson, Superintendent Henning Independent School District No. 545 500 School Avenue Henning, MN 56551 (218) 583-2927 Henning Public School is an equal opportunity employer. Certified and non-certified job applications are available on the Henning School website at www.henning.k12.mn.us

The Elementary K-6 Supply List is attached - you can also find the list at: https://5il.co/j61o

Henning School Fall Learning Plan Update! Click on the letter to see a larger image. The Henning School Board will be using up to date information in their decision making process. At this time, please fill out the survey by August 12 to provide valued information to be used in the decision making process. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfl2tDJhBFBHJq1MkhHZjGmf7JpNqIXvxtgPPy4jN_KSd1tOQ/viewform

Henning School COVID-19 Update! If you DO NOT plan to send your child to school in an in-person or hybrid model and would like to opt to enroll in distance learning to start the school year, please complete this form. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdzBYyCWC0rd87ktn6QUUrJAwhZJIXAJyTPEVH47hmgHZ7hyg/viewform

Henning Summer Rec will be hosting Battle Lake on Thursday, July 30th, for baseball and softball games. Mighty Mite boys and Pee Wee girls will begin at 9:30 a.m. with Pee Wee boys and Midget girls to follow.

With all the COVID-19 uncertainty, the traditional Prairie Fire Children's Theatre event will not occur this year. However, Prairie Fire staff and the Henning Community Education Board have worked together to offer a unique set of four short theatrical workshops for children (one of only two locations). They are excited to offer a creative opportunity for kids to enjoy time together. On Tuesday August 18, there will be four, 45-minute theatrical workshops, each designed for specific age groups. Henning Community Education funded a sizable portion of the expense, so families only need to pay $5 per child per workshop, with a maximum charge of $10 per child and $20 per family. Registration forms and fee collection will be at the Henning School District Office, and are available whenever the school building is open for business. The classes will be held in the Henning School cafeteria. Children do not need to bring anything to the workshops, but they should wear comfortable clothes for movement and they are asked to wear closed-toe shoes (no flip-flops or crocs) for safety. At a minimum, temperatures and simple health questions will be asked prior to entry of participants or visitors. If/as COVID-related protocols change prior to the workshops, the Henning School Board will determine any modifications needed for the health and safety of everyone involved. Henning Community Education encourages children to participate, even if they are not currently Henning students: homeschoolers, cousins, grandkids, etc. are all welcome to register. Registration must be completed by Wednesday August 12, with a minimum of five children and a maximum of 25 participants registered per workshop. Classes are: 9:00 to 9:45 am ... Creative Dramatics - ages 5 to 7 years old. 10:00 to 10:45 am ... Acting - ages 8 to 11 years old. 11:00 to 11:45 am ... Silent Acting - ages 10 to 13 years old. 12:00 to 12:45 pm ... Acting - ages 12 to 15 years old. Because 45-minutes will go by quickly, the workshops will begin and end on time. If a child is close to a different age group and the family would like to place them with a friend/relative in another class, that should be workable if their are slots available and it is recognized that the workshop will be geared for the planned age level. Prairie Fire and Henning Community Education have already planned a full, regular production for Summer 2021 with 'Sleeping Beauty' August 15-21, 2021. If there are any questions, please contact Elizabeth Froslee at elizabethfroslee@earthlink.net or (210)627-4843 cell

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSchlf65otSfIFCCCn8plR2Yp5a0cqhAkhGb6IK1if1FmO8wFQ/viewform?usp=sf_link Please complete the online form above if interested by June 30th. A modified version of the Henning Summer Recreation Program will be held July 6-31. *T-ball will meet Monday and Tuesday from 9:00-10:00 AM (boys and girls entering grades K-2) Cost $30 *Boys and Girls entering Grades 3-8 will meet Monday-Friday from 10:00-11:15 AM. Cost $50 Monday & Tuesday - baseball and softball skills Wednesday - baseball and softball contests and competition that will be limited to only our participants - no travel or games versus other communities at this time. Thursday and Friday - alternate sports/recreation activities: ~possibilities include soccer, flag football, track and field, and other recreational games such as disc golf, bocce ball, croquet, spike ball, bean bags, etc. *All activities will take place at the Henning baseball/softball fields. CDC and MN Department of Health guidelines will be followed, including small group instruction and sanitation of common equipment. Staff: Jon Dreyer, director Coaches: Tether Eckhoff, Logan Meyer, Kylee Mesker and Abi Eckhoff To participate, families should fill out the online registration by June 30th (Please fill out one form per child). All payments should be made to Henning Public School by July 6th. Payments can be mailed or dropped off at the Henning District Office. If you have questions, please contact Jon at (320) 226-1646.

The decision has been made to cancel the 2020 Prom that was scheduled for June 27 at Thumper Pond. The decision took into account: - Maintaining consistency with school expectations regarding social distancing, group size meetings and overall healthy practices to protect our students and staff. - Limitations that Thumper Pond has regarding the number of patrons allowed in the areas used for Prom & Post Prom. - Student survey data regarding not wanting to reschedule (again) after June 27. We understand this decision will be upsetting to some of our students and families. Please know that we made this decision in the overall best interest of our student and staff at this time.