Lower Adolescent

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FIRST Lego League for Grades 4 - 8

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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. 

There is a virtual, mandatory parent meeting scheduled for August 23 at 6 pm. The link is on the application form. 

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.

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Great Employment Opportunities at Great River School 2024 - 2025!

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Are you or someone you know interested in working with a great crew at Great River School? Great River School is hiring for multiple positions, including, non-licensure teaching positions as well as volunteer positions! Check out some current open positions below:

Spanish Guide (Adolescent)

This position delivers instruction of introductory Spanish and IB Spanish courses. The Spanish Guide at Great River School monitors student progress, supports students in understanding concepts and skills, manages student goals and assessment within the course, carries out duties related to the operation of Great River School including community meetings, collaboration with student support specialists, special education, and colleagues teaching within the same level and department.

Science Guide (Adolescent)

This position will teach science to adolescent students. A successful hire for this position would be experienced in the teaching of Chemistry and/or Physics.

To apply, go to greatriverschool.org/employment to see the current job openings.

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Get Ready for Fall Ultimate Frisbee 2024-2025!!!

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Fall Ultimate for 5th-8th grade will be a U14 league.  Players are encouraged to play on the GRS Mixed teams (coached by GRS) but do have the option to play on a boys only or girls only teams.  If you don't want to play on the GRS Mixed team, you don't have to fill out the following form. Practices for our GRS mixed teams will be once a week on Mondays or Wednesdays from 4:15-5:30 at McMurray field.  The first official practice will be Wednesday, September 4th at McMurray Field 4:15-5:30.  Games will be on Saturdays at Lake Nokomis Park at 12:00 and 1:15.  Games are from September 7 to October 12. 

Please fill out This GRS Form in order to register.

After you register with GRS, you will be sent info on how to pay the $20 GRS Coaching fee.  You will also need to register with MNU ($60) here: Middle School Link

Tell your friends and spread the word on Social Media if you like!

Please post on Adolescent Blog only:

Fall league will have a variety of GRS coaches present at practice and games. If we get enough players, we will have two teams, but for now, please register with MN Ultimate on our Fall U20 mixed team. Practices will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15-6:00 at McMurray field.  The first official practice will be Tuesday, September 5th at McMurray Field 4:15-6:00.  Games will be on Saturdays at Nokomis Softball fields at 9:00, 10:45, or 12:30.  Games are from September 7 to November 2.  After you register, you will be sent info on how to pay the $75.00 fee.

Please fill out this form to get started.  You'll also need to register with MN Ultimate (info in the form).  When you do, choose the Great River School HS U20 Fall Mixed Team.

Feel free to share with friends and/or on Social Media.

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Fall Sports Registration is open!!!

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Registrations for all the following Tiger Fall athletics are due by Friday, August 5th:
Coed Cross Country (Grades 7 – 12)
Girls Volleyball (Grades 7 – 12)
Boys’ Soccer Co-op w/MSA (Grades 7 – 12)
Girls’ Soccer Co-op w/MSA (Grades 7 – 12)
Football Co-op TBD TCA/GRS

Fill out your registration today! https://twincitiesacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/24-25-Fall-Sports-Registration-COMBINED-Packet.pdf

Registrations will not be accepted after the first week of practice. Forms and payment must be turned in to the school office and NOT to the Coach. Registrations submitted after August 5th are not guaranteed an opportunity to tryout/join the team. Activity fees are due no later than Monday, August 5th (or first day of practice). All students participating in our Athletic offerings are required to have a sports physical every three years and it must be on file in the main office.

For the 2024-2025 school year, Tigers First Sport $185; Second Sport/Second Sibling: $165; Third Sport/Sibling: $145. Fee reduced by 50% for Free/ Reduced Lunch Status.

*Registration due by Monday, August 5th.
Send completed forms to tiger.hs.athletics@twincitiesacademy.org*

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Math Corps Tutors Needed for the 2024-2025 School Year

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Help GRS students solve problems - become a math tutor! We are looking for a Math Corps tutor for Elementary students for the 2024-25 school year. Tutors work with 1-3 students at a time to help them build essential math skills. An excellent math curriculum is provided, and you don't need any teaching experience. Refer to this flyer or send an email to nanderson@greatriverschool.org before the end of the school year.

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Summer Camps: New Lego Robotics Camp Just Added!

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Due to popular demand, we have just added another Lego Robotics camp to our summer selections.  This camp is for 5th-8th graders and is July 29-August 1.  Campers will learn a lot about coding, creative thinking and get a chance to build working Lego Robots to accomplish a variety of challenges.  Sign up before June 12 and get the Early Bird Price!  Direct Registration Link

For schedules and registration, go to https://great-river-school.jumbula.com/home or email Brent Cummins at bcummins@greatriverschool.org with any questions.

As always, we are dedicated to making summer camp possible and affordable for ALL through our early-bird pricing, sibling discount, multi-program discount and our Pay What You Can program.

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Summer Camps for 7th through 10th Graders!

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Calling all 7th-10 graders!  We have a variety of camps for you this summer.  You can join us for Urban Biking or our Bikepacking trip.  You can play ultimate with a variety of players in half or full day camps. We also have a half day camp called “Como Park Adventures” where we explore Como Park for afternoons of sports, swimming at Como Pool, fishing and/or canoeing in Como Lake, exploring the woods, going on a bike ride, flying some kites, playing some mini-golf or perhaps something else the group decides would be fun.  We also have a variety of art camps (Fiber Arts, Open Art, Adventures in Drama, and Rockin’ at the River).   

For schedules and registration, go to https://great-river-school.jumbula.com/home or email Brent Cummins at bcummins@greatriverschool.org with any questions.

Don’t forget, we are also offering a “Late Worm” $40 discount for up to two camps.  Simply put in this code at the checkout page: 24LateWorm40 and be sure to click the “Apply Coupon” button to activate it.  

As always, we are dedicated to making summer camp possible and affordable for ALL through our early-bird pricing, sibling discount, multi-program discount and our Pay What You Can program.

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REMINDER: End of the Year Picnic! Tuesday, May 28th, 2024

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Celebrate the End of the School Year with a Picnic! Join us for good company, food & fun at the Como Park Playground at the West Picnic Lot across from ComoTown after school on Tuesday, May 28. Food Truck Fare available for purchase or bring your own picnic!

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HELP NEEDED: Garden Under the Stars Dance, Thur., May 23, 2024

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VOLUNTEER HELP! This dance is being planned by students and is not possible without the help of our caregivers and community members! We need your help with setup and cleanup! Sign up to volunteer or donate here!

We are counting on you! Only a few days left to sign up!

All 9th & 10th grade students are invited on Thursday, May 23th from 7:00pm-9:00pm to the Garden Under the Stars Dance which will take place in the gym here at Great River School.

Summer Garden Under the Stars is the theme and there will be snacks, drinks, and music! Dress code is Formal and Admission will cost $10 for entry.

Spirit Award - Towards the end of the night everyone will vote for two winners of the dance Spirit Award, which will be whoever you think brought the most spirit and good energy to the dance!

Winners will receive a crown and will each get to request a song to play.

Don't vote for a student outside of 9th or 10th Grade.

BE KIND! It's not a competition so don't bring yourself or anyone else down!

Brought to you by LA & UA Student Leadership

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End of the Year Picnic! Tuesday, May 28th, 2024

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Celebrate the End of the School Year with a Picnic! Join us for good company, food & fun at the Como Park Playground at the West Picnic Lot across from ComoTown after school on Tuesday, May 28. Food Truck Fare available for purchase or bring your own picnic!

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TONIGHT! Join us for the SEAC Committee Meeting, Monday, May 20th; 6 - 7pm

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There will be a SEAC (Special Education Advisory Council) meeting on Mon., May 20th from 6 - 7 pm. 

Join the SEAC meeting on Monday, May 20th from 6-7pm either in person or online (zoom link below) for the topic: Navigating the College transition. 
https://minnstate.zoom.us/j/96213611466

Special guest Nee Na Xiong, Director of Disability Services with Saint Paul College, will share some overview information and be available for Q and A. 

This session is perfect for Adolescents with an IEP or 504 but is open to all parents / guardians of students currently receiving special education services. 

The meeting will be in the media lab at Great River School. If you are unable to attend in person, you can attend via Zoom. Please contact Jeremy Sartain for a Zoom link at sartain.jeremy@gmail.com or 612-414-5224. If you arrive late and can't get into the building on the day of the meeting, call or text Jeremy Sartain at 612-414-5224.

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TIME CHANGE: Chamber Choir Concert moved to 6:15pm, Wed., May 22

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This Wednesday, our high school Chamber Choir students will present a concert of their own for the first time in almost a decade! Any lower adolescent who enjoys singing and is curious about what choir looks and sounds like at the high school level is strongly encouraged to come to this free night of singing, as well as anyone else who enjoys quality music!

Please note that due to a recent conflict with the Girls' Ultimate conference championship, this concert is now beginning at 6:15pm (still on Wednesday, May 22nd). The concert will finish no later than 7:30pm. Thanks for supporting our performing artists!

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Summer Camp: New camp and Late Worm Discount!

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**NEW CAMP**  Vatina (Elementary Art Workshop Guide) is leading our Pride Camp, June 17-20 from 9:00-12:00 for 4th-7th graders.  Campers will learn about LGBTQ activists and artists and make art to honor them. We’ll also learn about the history of Pride parades and make costumes, signs, and art for the following weekend's Pride parade or everyday Pride! Registration Link

We are also offering a “Late Worm” $40 discount for up to two camps.  Simply put in this code at the checkout page: 24LateWorm40 and be sure to click the “Apply Coupon” button to activate it.  

For schedules and registration, go to https://great-river-school.jumbula.com/home or email Brent Cummins at bcummins@greatriverschool.org with any questions.

As always, we are dedicated to making summer camp possible and affordable for ALL through our early-bird pricing, sibling discount, multi-program discount and our Pay What You Can program.