Hinckley-Finlayson Schools – ISD 2165 January 2018

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Finlayson Elementary Students – Seizure Smart School - On December 4 , Hinckley and Finlayson Elementary students participated in the Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota Seizure Smart Program. The program is designed to provide an understanding of epilepsy and seizure recognition and response, which better equips schools in providing the best possible environment for students with seizures.

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Dirk Nelson, Catalogued many historical records of the district and saved them digitally. Corrilla Clark and the entire cast of “The Miracle Worker”. The fall play was excellent. Audrey Storlie for her presentation on Type 1 Diabetes to 9th grade students. Football All-District players- Lavonne Kroschel, Travis Visser, Trevor Johnson, David Hopkins, Micah Nelson, Jordan Chose, and Kolten Furey. Sixth grade students for running concessions during junior high games and conferences. This is helping fund Wolf Ridge for chaperones. Town and Country Insurance for continued support of athletics via donation to hardship fund. Ms. Sikkink and Ms. Bengtson for the excellent FES Music program.

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Principal’s Post – High School Hinckley – Finlayson High School Highlights Happy New Year! If you’d like updates from the HS counselor, please use this information: Text this number: 81010 Text this message: @nmyk Thank you to everyone who attended the winter band and choir concerts. The students put on a great performance, and we were happy to see so many people come out and support our programs. Semester one is rapidly coming to an end. With the end of the semester will come finals week. Students in grades 7-12 will have finals in their classes the week of January 15th. These finals will count toward the student's semester one grade. All classes should have some test or project this week. Snow Week is the week of January 29th through February 2nd. Check the school website as we get closer to the end of January to see all the events that will be happening during this exciting week. As always, if there are any questions, comments, and or concerns, please check out our website, call, email, or stop by anytime. Go Jags! Brian Masterson, Principal Hinckley – Finlayson High School (320) 384 – 6132

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Principal’s Post –Elementary Schools Happy New Year! It is hard to believe that it is 2018 and this school year is almost half over. Where does the time go? The elementary schools had a positive turnout for fall conferences. We appreciate your support in educating your student. I would also like to thank you for your support of the th fundraisers for the Wolf Ridge field trip through Club’s Choice. The 6 graders will be doing a th swim-a-thon fundraiser on Friday, January 5 . All proceeds will go toward sponsoring the March week- long stay at Wolf Ridge Environmental Center. Watch for more information. The end of second quarter is January 19. Report cards will be going home the following week with the students. If the report card does not make it home please contact the school. If you have any questions regarding your child’s report card please contact the classroom teacher. If you ever have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me at school. Educating your child must be a partnership between home and school for it to be successful. Please make sure you keep in contact with the school and visit our website to keep up to date on other activities that are occurring in the school. We always look forward to working with you and your children. **Our lost and found is growing. If your child is missing an item please check the lost and found at the school.

PARENTS: If you didn’t qualify for free/reduced meals and your income has changed, we can resubmit the application with your new income amount. As always, feel free to contact Julie Nelson for meal balances or any other questions.

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Download the RSchoolToday App to your phone. In the app store it’s called Activities Scheduler. This will allow you to pull up our activities calendar with a single touch.

JANUARY 2018 Tuesday, Jan 2: 5:00 pm B Hockey (V/JV) vs Sauk Rapids-Rice @ Pine City Ice Arena 5:45 pm GBB (V/JV/C) vs Aitkin @ Aitkin High School 5:45 pm BBB (V/JV/C) vs Barnum @ Barnum High School Thursday, Jan 3: 4:15 pm BBB (JH) vs East Central @ HFHS 5:15 pm G Hockey (V/JV) vs Princeton @ Princeton Ice Arena 5:45 pm BBB (V/JV/C) vs Moose Lake-Willow River @ Moose Lake 6:30 pm Gymnastics (V/JV) vs North Branch @ North Branch Friday, Jan 5: 5:45 pm GBB (V/JV/C) vs Virginia @ HFHS Saturday, Jan 6: 1:00 pm G Hockey (V/JV) vs Duluth North Stars @ Duluth HS 2:30 pm B Hockey (V/JV) vs Schwan Cup @ Schwan Super Rink Tuesday, Jan 9: 4:30 pm BBB (JH) vs Onamia @ HES 5:45 pm BBB (V/JV/C) vs Rush City @ Rush City High School 6:00 pm Gymnastics (V/JV) vs Grantsburg @ Rush City Aquatic Center 7:00 pm B Hockey (Varsity) vs Crosby-Ironton @ Breezy Point Ice Arena & Lodge Thursday, Jan 11: 4:30 pm GBB (JH) vs Onamia @ Onamia High School 6:00 pm Gymnastics (V/JV) vs Little Falls @ Rush City Aquatic Ctr Friday, Jan 12: 5:45 pm GBB (V/JV/C) vs Isle @ HFHS 5:45 pm BBB (V/JV/C) vs Isle @ HFHS Saturday, Jan 13: TBD BBB (V/JV/C) Invitational vs Superior @ Duluth East HS 9:00 am GBB (V/JV/C) Tournament vs Mora @ Mora HS Tuesday, Jan 16: 4:15 pm GBB (JH) vs East Central @ East Central HS 5:45 pm GBB (V/JV/C) vs Mora @ HFHS 5:45 pm BBB (V/JV/C) vs Proctor @ Proctor HS 6:00 pm Wrestling (V/JV) vs Onamia @ Pine City HS

Saturday, Jan 20: 9:00 am BBB (V/JV/C) vs Pine City @ Pine City HS 10:00 am Wresting (V/JV) vs St. Croix Lutheran @ St Croix Lutheran 12:00 pm GBB (V/JV/C) vs Walker-Hackensack-Akeley @ WalkerHackensack-Akeley HS 12:00 pm G Hockey vs Henry Sibley @ Riverside Arena Tuesday, Jan 23: 4:15 pm GBB (JH) vs Braham @ Braham High School 5:00 pm B Hockey (V/JV) vs Mora @ Pine City Ice Arena 5:30 pm G Hockey vs Eveleth-Gilbert @ Eveleth-Gilbert HS 5:45 pm GBB (V/JV/C) vs Onamia @ Onamia HS 5:45 pm BBB (V/JV/C) vs Onamia @ Onamia HS Thursday, Jan 25: 4:15 pm GBB (JH) vs Pine City @ HFHS 5:00 pm G Hockey (JV Only) vs Duluth Marshall @ Duluth Marshall HS 5:45 pm BBB (V/JV/C) vs Pine City @ HFHS Friday, Jan 26: 5:45 pm GBB (V/JV/C) vs Pine City @ Pine City HS 6:00 pm Gymnastics (V/JV) vs Maple Lake @ Maple Lake HS Saturday, Jan 27: 12:00 pm B Hockey (V Only) vs Ely @ Pine City Ice Arena 1:00 pm G Hockey (V/JV) vs International Falls @ International Falls Ice Arena Monday, Jan 29: 5:45 pm GBB (V/JV/C) vs Wrenshall @ HFHS 6:00 pm BBB (V/JV/C) vs Mora @ Mora HS Tuesday, Jan 30: 4:15 pm GBB (JH) vs Rush City @ HFHS 5:30 pm G Hockey (V/JV) vs Hibbing@ Hibbing Memorial Arena 5:45 pm GBB (V/JV) vs Ogilvie @HFHS 5:45 pm BBB (V/JV) vs Ogilvie @HFHS 6:00 pm Gymnastics (V/JV) vs Chisago Lakes @ Rush City Aquatic Center

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Thursday, Jan 18: 4:30 pm GBB (JH) vs Isle @ HES 5:30 pm Gymnastics (V/JV) vs Paynesville Area @ Paynesville HS 5:30 pm G Hockey (V/JV) vs Duluth Marshal @ Duluth Marshall HS 5:45 pm GBB (V/JV/C) vs East Central @ HFHS 5:45 pm BBB (V/JV/C) vs Crosby-Ironton @ Crosby-Ironton HS Friday, Jan 19: 5:00 pm B Hockey (V/JV) vs Two Harbors @ Lake County Arena 5:00 pm Wrestling (V/JV) vs North Branch @ North Branch HS 5:45 pm GBB (V/JV/C) vs Nevis @ Nevis High School 5:45 pm BBB (V/JV/C) vs East Central @ HFHS

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COMMUNITY EDUCATION Adult Basic Education Classes & GED Preparation ~ Brad Jensen See more information on ALP/GED Page. Learn basic computer skills. Prepare for your GED (High School Equivalency diploma). Brush up for college (math, writing, reading and spelling). Dates: Place: Time:

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursdays (During School Year) Empowered Learning Center (next to Post office, use East door by parking lot.) 3:30pm -5:30 pm Cost: FREE

One Book, One Community 2017 Selection: Neither Wolf nor Dog

Mystery Quilt A new year is just around the corner, which means it’s time to start planning another Mystery Quilt! This year we are giving you a size option from a throw to king size. We are breaking the clues up into three groups. 10” squares will be needed along with a solid color for background. (Once you register you will get fabric requirements. Scraps will work!) New this year, we have a video link available so you can get help part way through the pattern! We will once again do this as a sew on your own with a gathering show and tell in March. (We have resources to help you, if you have sewing dilemmas.) Show and Tell date is Monday, March 12.

The One Book, One Community's purpose is to share the joy of reading, the life of the mind and the free exchange of ideas through a common book. An invitation is extended to the entire community to participate in the One Book, One Community program. Copies of this past year’s book “Neither Wolf nor Dog: On Forgotten Roads with an Indian Elder ” by Kent Nerburn are for sale from the Comm Ed Office for $12. We will gather in the high school media center on Thursday, January 25, 2018, at 6:30 pm for film viewing with a brief discussion.

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First Cutting clue sent out, Thursday, January 11 $5.00, register prior to Jan 11

MHSRC 55+ Driver Improvement Class - Refresher Course Gene Carlson - MN Hwy Safety Center instructor For those that are 55 yrs. and over and have taken the initial class before. The class will explore changes in laws, the latest vehicle technology, and provide you with easy-to-use defensive driving tips. In addition, we will explore traffic safety and accident prevention. The classroom course allows for a 10% reduction in your insurance rate (check with your local insurance agent). Please pre-register at least one week prior. The local insurance office does provide refreshments and door prizes. Date: Friday, January 5, 2018 Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Place: HFHS Room 107 Cost $22.00, please preregister at least one week prior.

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Tuesday, January 30, 2018 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm HFHS Room 107 $22.00, please preregister at least one week prior.

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Tuesday, January 30, 2018 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm HFHS Room 107 $22.00 please preregister at least one week prior

Elementary Basketball: Boys and Girls in grades 1-3 This program will focus on getting kids involved and introducing them to the game of basketball. We will stress teamwork, sportsmanship, as well as basketball fundamentals. Please ensure your child has a ride after practices and please bring clean gym shoes. Players will play at halftime during a Home Varsity Basketball Game. On Thursday, Feb 15th -Grade 1-3 Boys will play at the Varsity Boys Game (vs Pequot Lakes) Thursday, Feb 22nd -Grade 1-3 Girls will play at the Varsity Girls Game (vs Rush City) Date: Place:

Mondays, January 8,15,22, & Feb 12 HFHS Gyms

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5:30 pm – 6:45pm $10, pre-register by Dec 21

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COMMUNITY EDUCATION Hinckley Open Gym – Grades 4-12 Enjoy Sunday evenings in open gym. This free activity is supervised by HF Coach/staff on a volunteer basis for grades 4-12 only. Due to the large participation and overcrowding, we need to split by age groups. The first hour (from 5:30-6:30) is for students in grades 4-8. The second hour (from 6:30-7:30) is for students in grades 9-12. Please do not show up early or stay late since you cannot be hanging out in other areas of the school.

Men’s Recreation Basketball Judd Rabe Join us for an evening of basketball. This is an ongoing event, so remember to add it to your weekly schedule. No High School students allowed. Please enter through Cafeteria doors. Date: Wednesdays Time: 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm Place: HFHS Gym Cost: $1 per week.

Date: Sundays Place: HFHS Main Gym Time: 5:30 pm -6:30 pm Gr 4-8 / 6:30 pm -7:30 pm Gr 9-12

JANUARY POOL SCHEDULE Monday/Wednesday 5:45 am - 7:30 am AM Swim 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm PM Swim

* Aerobics 7:00-8:00 am - Kathy Horbacz Instructor lead Aerobics class at your own pace. Cost: $1.25 or use a punch card 5/$5.00

Tuesday/Thursday 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Open Swimming 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm PM Swim Saturday 7:00 am - 8:00 am *AM Water Aerobics 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Open Swimming

The Hinckley Lions gave a generous donation which enables all Hinckley-Finlayson K-12 students the opportunity to attend open swim FREE of charge during the month of January. Pool rules apply.

Cardio Kickboxing

Yoga (Ages 14 & Up)

Maggie Robbins & Corrilla Clark

Charrie VanVleet

Get motivated and in shape! Trim and tone while doing something fun! There is a one-time fee of $15 for wrist wraps.

Learn yoga in a fun and relaxing setting. Whether you are a beginner or have experience with yoga, you will build flexibility, balance and concentration. Come learn various yoga poses. Bring a yoga mat or blanket and wear comfortable clothing. Enter in the Pool entrance (south side of the school).

Check out their Facebook page for more information. www.facebook.com/HinckleyFinlaysonCardioKickboxing Date: Time: Place: Cost:

POOL WILL BE CLOSED FOR OPEN SWIMMING ON th JANUARY 30 .

Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays (ongoing) 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm HFHS Fine Arts Center $2 class or $20/month

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6 Mondays, Jan 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb 5, 12 5:30 pm -6:30 pm HFHS Media Center $50 for the session

For additional information contact KRISTA MATSON 320-384-7325 or [email protected] Find us on FACEBOOK: Hinckley-Finlayson Community Education

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AVOID SLIPPERY SIDEWALKS AND COLD WEATHER

Walk the Hallways The hallways of the HFHS are available to walkers for FREE. You must stop by or call the Community Education Office (320-384-7325) to be put on the walker list. There is no walking on the days when school isn’t in session. If interested in walking at the Finlayson Elementary in the morning, before school, please contact Jill at 320-233-7611. Date: Monday-Friday Time: 3:30 pm -9:00 pm Place: HFHS/FES Hallways

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THANK YOU to all who generously donated blood during our December 13 blood drive. THANK YOU Hinckley-Lions Club for your generous donations to our school. The Second Annual Santa’s Workshop was a success because of the generous donations from our staff and the community. THANK YOU for donating new and gently used items which enabled our high students the opportunity to bestow gifts on their loved ones. Thanks to the MHS students for assisting with the wrapping of the gifts.

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