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Upcoming Events
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ECFE Kids's Stuff Garage Sale - Sat., April 21, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Cavanagh Early Childhood Center, 5400 Corvallis Ave., N., Crystal. Enjoy Earth Friendly fun for adults and kids from 10 a.m. - noon. Click here for more information and for details on selling your items.
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Robbinsdale Middle School presents Willy Wonka Junior
Roald Dahl's timeless candy man is on a quest to find an heir. The story comes to life on the RMS stage Thurs., - Sat., April 26, 27, 28, 7 p.m.; Sat., April 28, 3 p.m. Tickets $5 general admission; $3 student. Please note the Saturday date was incorrectly reported in the SunPost.
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I'll Always Remember You District Retirement Party Thursday, May 10, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at Plymouth Creek Center. Celebrate the service of our retirees. Click here for more information. Tickets available for purchase at each building.
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District News
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RFT Accepting Nominations for EA of the Year
The Robbinsdale Federation of Teachers (RFT) is seeking nominations for the local Education Assistant of the Year. This is the second year that the RFT is recognizing the phenomenal work that educational assistants do each day.
Nominations will be accepted through April 23, 2012, and anyone can nominate - teachers, students, parents, and community members. Self-nominations are also accepted. The nomination form can be found online by clicking here.
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Community Education
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Check out these classes from Community Education
Windows and Siding - A Homeowner's Guide
Learn about product types, warranties and more that can save you 20-30% in energy costs. Wed., April 18, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Winnetka Learning Center. Fee $10.
Stressed Out? High Anxiety? Real Food is the Answer
Learn how eating real food can help you manage stress and anxiety!
Mon., May 7, 7-9 p.m. at Winnetka Learning Center. Fee $35.
New Opportunity for Students Ages 13-16!
Capture a meaningful experience this summer. Check out Community Education's new ULEAD Serve and Learn program. Have fun while helping others, expanding your interests, and preparing for future leadership positions. June 18-21 and June 25-28, 9 a.m.-2.p.m. Fee $75 - (Scholarships available.)
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Everyday Hero - Maquay Hockett April 19, 2012
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Head Day Custodian at Forest Elementary
How long with school district: 5 years 
What I like best about my job: Day-to-day interactions with staff and students
What other employees might not understand about what I do: I work year 'round. Also, I have to know a lot more than just cleaning techniques.
How would you explain your job to a three-year-old? I get to go to school every day and try to keep it clean and safe.
Click here to read more about Maquay.
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School News
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Cooper Selected to National Cohort
Robbinsdale Cooper High School has been selected to participate in the 2012 Cohort of the Learning Forward's Learning School Alliance. The Learning School Alliance is a collection of individual schools committed to collaborative professional development with educators in their school and those in other schools around the country and in Canada.
Both teachers and administration will receive training and coaching, and work with schools across the nation to share their goals, their progress, and their results. Click here to read more. |
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We're Proud
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AHS Student Athletes Sign Letters of Intent
 Congratulations to Katlyne Duffey and Michael Greenberg, seniors at Robbinsdale Armstrong High School who recently signed letters of intent. Katlyne signed with Fort Lewis College in Colorado to play lacrosse and Michael signed with the Minnesota State University, Mankato to play golf.
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District Elementary Students are 'Math Masters'!
Students at Sonnesyn, along with students at Meadow Lake Elementary, captured team first place honors at the 5th grade Math Masters tournament held at Forest Elementary last week. Individual first place winners on the two teams were Ben Aoki-Sherwood from RSIS and Jackson Marquardt from Forest in the individual category, and Dan Schlitzer from Zachary Lane and Ryan Giguere from Meadow Lake in the Facts category.
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Sonnesyn Chess Students head to State Tournament
Congratulations to students across our elementary schools for putting into practice what they've learned in math. The chess students at Sonnesyn Elementary have capped an undefeated season by capturing their first league championship under the great coaching of Mike Klein and his assistants. Best of luck to all of the district chess teams who will compete at the upcoming State Chess Championship tournament on April 21st.
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Community News
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Creative Play Preschool Fall Openings
Registrations are being accepted for Robbinsdale Area Schools' Creative Play Preschool. Creative Play serves children 3, 4, and 5 years old. Program goals are to provide a foundation for future success in school through directed play and helping children develop positive attitudes toward learning, themselves, and others. Small groups are taught by a licensed preschool teacher and an education assistant.
Classes are mornings or afternoons for two to three times per week. Reduced tuition is available on a limited basis to families who qualify. Register at 763-504-5330 or www.ced.rdale.org.
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 Robbinsdale Whiz Bang Days Ambassador Scholarship Program
Ambassador candidates are needed for the 2012-13 Miss Robbinsdale competition which serve as Goodwill Ambassadors for the Robbinsdale Whiz Bang Days festival. Candidates must either attend a Robbinsdale Area School, live in the city of Robbinsdale or have parents/guardians who work in Robbinsdale. Junior Ambassador candidates must be in kindergarten through grade 2. Queen candidates must be between the ages of 15 and 22. Click here for complete details.
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Partners in Education: Top Teacher Contest
Join Panera Bread as they celebrate the power of amazing teachers. Teachers shape us. Nurture us. Influence us. They inspire, encourage, and support us - helping us realize our dreams and exemplify excellence. Honor your favorite teacher by nominating them in the 2012 Panera Top Teacher Contest. Your entry will be voted on by Panera judges. Click here for more information and to nominate a teacher today.
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RARE Educational Scholarship Applications now being accepted
Applicants must be a graduate, current teacher or resident of Robbinsdale Area Schools and have completed two years of college with plans to become a teacher. Deadline is May 12.
Click here for more information.
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Microsoft Software No Longer Available
Effective April 1, 2012, Microsoft is no longer offering discounted software to staff and students through the district's licensing agreement.
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School Board News
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The School Board met Mon., April 16 for Listening Time and a Regular Meeting.
For up-to-date School Board news, click on Minutes, Podcast and Webcast below.
School Board Resources:
- Agenda
- Calendar
- Minutes, Podcast and Webcast
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Neill Elementary School
