The Rapids Report 9-13-21

The Rapids Report

September 13th, 2021

Dear STrEaM Families,

We are now in week 5, halfway through the First Quarter. We are finding that students need to re-learn social interactions and appropriate behaviors, and we’re holding grade-level assemblies to talk through this with them. This is surely due to the long time away from regular school and online learning. Please help us by emphasizing basic social interaction norms: be kind, speak kind, show respect to self and others, keep hands to self and do the right thing. 

This Week at STrEaM

• Monday 9/13: Picture Day!  Order now with Picture Day ID EVT2D7W82 Order your school pictures today on My Life Touch

• Tuesday 9/14: 7th grade Arctic Valley TREK Arctic Valley Permission,  X-C Race @ Kincaid 5:30 PM

• Wednesday 9/15: Quarter 1 Midterm

• Friday 9/17: Deadline to complete iReady Diagnostic

Students start the day in Advisory on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. 

Upcoming/Future Events, Dates, TREKs

Tuesday 9/21: 6th Grade Kincaid Park TREK Kincaid Permission

Wednesday 9/22: X-C Meet Kincaid 5:30 PM

If you are interested in chaperoning any TREKs please complete the Volunteer Form, link here 

COVID-19 & Vaccination update

As of 9/13, ASD is no longer requiring close contacts to quarantine. PLEASE continue to stay home with symptoms and get a COVID test. 

Masks required indoors, optional outside. Keep ASD Symptom Free: Stay home & get tested if experiencing ANY symptoms. Students in quarantine/learning at home: assignments are on Canvas. Work on iReady and ALEKS for 30-45 minutes per day.  If you are not already a Parent Observer on your child’s Canvas account, follow these steps

Current ASD policies on COVID: https://www.asdk12.org/COVID-19 

X-C Running

Congrats to our runners on a great showing Friday!

This week’s XC letter: LINK. Practice M,T, Th,F 3:00-4:30, Race on Wednesday at Kincaid 5:30 PM. Practice on Wednesday is 7:00 AM! Questions? Contact Coach Mozen mozen_howard@asdk12.org or phone: 907-302-0475 

Zoom for Absent/Quarantine Students

Ms. Bonertz, our counselor, will host a Zoom session for absent/quarantined students every Wednesday. This is an opportunity for students to check in, ask questions and request support while working on Canvas assignments from home. 

iReady

Friday is the deadline to complete the iReady diagnostic. Quarantined students CAN do this at home during school hours. iReady provides an individualized learning program, which can be done at school AND at home. Please include iReady in daily homework routines!

Wednesday Math Club

We are offering a Math Club on Wednesdays from 12:15 to 1:45 for support and work time on iReady and ALEKS. Contact the principal or counselor to request a spot. 

APC Seats and Elections

Two seats on our Academic Policy Committee are opening up in October. If interested in running for a seat on our board, contact Mrs. Biondich and plan to attend the APC meeting October 13th at 5:30 PM. 

Migrant Education

This year STrEaM has a Student Success Coach contact (SSC), Allison Foust, to support our qualified Migrant Ed. students. Your child may be eligible for Migrant Ed.! Has anyone in your family been involved in/traveled for subsistence or commercial fishing, cannery work, subsistence berrypicking or other agricultural work?  If so you may qualify. Fill out the Eligibility Questionnaire: MEP Eligibility

Forms and Links

Parents, please complete all mandatory forms (found on our website).  Please write your child’s name on outdoor clothing, lunch boxes and water bottles. 

School Policy Reminders

• Our device policy is "off and away during the day." Students may only use electronic devices with permission from a staff member, for a specific educational purpose

• Always treat others with Dignity and Respect

• We allow students to wear hats. However, we do not allow hoods to be worn indoors for reasons, including: hiding the face/student identity, and concealing earbuds/headphones

• Always wear/bring appropriate outdoor clothing & gear. We go outside every day! 

Thank you for your time and engagement as parents and members of the STrEaM family. This is a partnership, and we couldn’t do it without you! 

Principal Mokelke  mokelke_adam@asdk12.org 

Admin. Assistant Biondich  biondich_sylvia@asdk12.org

(907) 742-9000   https://www.asdk12.org/stream

9-7-21 Rapids Report

The Rapids Report

September 7th, 2021

Dear STrEaM Families,

Welcome to Week 4: we hope your Labor Day long weekend was rewarding, and that you were able to enjoy the great Alaskan outdoors. We are nearing the midpoint of the first quarter, enjoying beautiful fall weather, and immersed in TREKS, projects and engaging learning opportunities. 

This Week at STrEaM

• Tuesday, 9/7: 8th Grade McHugh Creek Rec Area TREK McHugh Permission

• Wednesday: APC Meeting at 5:30 PM

• Friday: our first X-C meet, 5:30 PM at Service

iReady

By now most students have completed the iReady Reading and Math diagnostic. Quarantined students CAN do this at home, it just has to be during school hours. Our MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports) is using this data to identify students needing support in reading and math. iReady provides an individualized learning program, which can be followed at home each night. Please include this in your daily homework routine!

School Policies

• Our device policy is "off and away during the day." Students should only use electronic devices with the permission of a staff member, for a specific educational purpose
• While we allow students to wear hats at STrEaM, we do not allow hoods indoors for many reasons, including hiding the face/student identity and possibly concealing earbuds/headphones
• Always wear or bring appropriate clothing and gear for the outdoors. We go outside every day, and it is not optional!

• Students on wheels must wear helmets and reflective gear (Municipal Code 9.38.200)

• Everyone who walks through our doors will be treated with Dignity and Respect

Migrant Education

This year STrEaM has a Migrant Education Student Success Coach (SSC), Allison Foust. We have quite a few students who qualify, and possibly many more not yet signed up!

What is Migrant Education?

The Federal Migrant Education Program assists in supporting high-quality and comprehensive educational programs and services during the school year and, as applicable, during the summer or intersession periods, that address the unique educational needs of migratory children. 

The goal of ASD's Migrant Ed Program (MEP), is to ensure that all migrant students reach challenging academic standards and graduate with a high school diploma that prepares them for responsible citizenship, further learning, and productive employment. Migrant Education is a federally funded program that is authorized by the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA).

 

Who is eligible? Your child may be! Has anyone in your family been involved in any of the following activities during the past three years?

□ Subsistence fishing

□ Commercial fishing

□ Cannery work

□ Subsistence berry picking

□ Logging

□ Other agricultural or farm work

 

Have your children (birth to not yet graduated) made an overnight trip or moved within the past 3 years with you, someone at least 14 years old, or by themselves to participate in one or more of the above activities and stayed overnight for at least 7 nights in a calendar year?

Find you if your child is eligible for awesome benefits and services! Eligibility Questionnaire: MEP Eligibility

Forms and Links

IMPORTANT! Students without the Walking Field Trip permission form cannot participate in off-campus activities, which we do often, if not daily! 

Parents, please complete these mandatory forms as soon as possible: Annual STrEaM Forms. For the School Supply List follow this link. Please write your child’s name on outdoor clothing, lunch boxes and water bottles. 

COVID-19 & Vaccination update

For students in quarantine/learning at home: All assignments are on Canvas, and students should work on iReady for 30 to 45 minutes per day.  If you are not already a Parent Observer on your child’s Canvas account, follow these steps to register.

Universal masking required inside ASD schools. Masking outside is optional.  

Keep ASD Symptom Free: Stay home and get tested if you are experiencing ANY symptoms.  Current ASD policies on COVID: https://www.asdk12.org/COVID-19 

Upcoming TREKs & Events

Picture Day is Monday, 9/13 Order now with Picture Day ID EVT2D7W82 Order your school pictures today on My Life Touch

Tuesday, 9/14 7th Grade Arctic Valley TREK Arctic Valley Permission

Tuesday, 9/21 6th Grade Kincaid Park TREK Kincaid Permission

If you are interested in chaperoning any TREKs please complete the Volunteer Form, link here . 

X-C Running

No practice Monday (No School). Practice T,Th,F 3:00-4:30.  Practice on Wednesday is 7:00 AM! First meet this Friday. Questions? Contact Coach Mozen mozen_howard@asdk12.org or phone: 907-302-0475 

Have a great week. Call or email with any questions! 

Thank you,

Principal Mokelke  mokelke_adam@asdk12.org 

Admin. Assistant Biondich  biondich_sylvia@asdk12.org

(907) 742-9000

https://www.asdk12.org/stream

Rapids Report 8-30-21

 The Rapids Report

August 30th, 2021

Dear STrEaM Families,

Heading into week 3, we are off to a great start.  This week students learned our regular schedule, found classes, used planners to record assignments and information, and acclimated to the flow of the school year, settling into the first quarter groove.

iReady

Students took iReady Reading and Math diagnostics which will show us individual learning levels and identify needs for support.  Our MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports) team will use this data to implement a support system in reading and math, pulling students in small groups for targeted instruction. iReady builds a learning program for each student in reading and math, which can be followed at home each night. Please include this in their daily homework routine!

Notice: students riding wheels to and from school MUST wear a helmet, per Municipal Code! Reflective gear is important, safety first!

TREKs

Tuesday, 8/31 6th Grade Team Challenge Course 

This event is designed in collaboration with our partner organization Onward & Upward to build positive relationships and culture with our 6th grade students.  The Team Challenge Course will engage students in meaningful activities to practice and promote trust, communication, collaboration, and a growth mindset. Please make sure that your student comes to school on Tuesday dressed to be outside for most of the day, with a water bottle, and wearing appropriate footwear (tennis shoes or hiking boots). 

Forms and Links

IMPORTANT! Students without the Walking Field Trip permission cannot participate in off-campus activities, which we do often if not daily! 

Parents, please complete these mandatory forms as soon as possible: Annual STrEaM Forms. For the School Supply List follow this link. Please write your child’s name on outdoor clothing, lunch boxes and water bottles. 

COVID-19 & Vaccination Update

We’ve had several students in quarantine already, highlighting the importance of wearing masks and getting vaccinated when eligible.  All assignments are on Canvas, should your child need to switch to learning at home for a period of time.  If you are not already a Parent Observer on your child’s Canvas account, follow these steps to register.

Universal masking required inside ASD schools. Masking outside is optional.  We are now requiring desk shields when students are unmasked to eat or drink (primarily lunchtime). Students have done an excellent job masking up & staying safe.

STrEaM now has a part-time Nurse, Nurse Laura, whom we share with Highland Academy.

Keep ASD Symptom Free: Please stay home and get tested if you are experiencing ANY symptoms.  Current ASD policies on COVID: https://www.asdk12.org/COVID-19 

Upcoming TREKs & Events

Tuesday, 9/7 8th Grade McHugh Creek Rec Area TREK McHugh Permission

Tuesday, 9/14 7th Grade Arctic Valley TREK Arctic Valley Permission

Tuesday, 9/21 6th Grade Kincaid Park TREK Kincaid Permission

If you are interested in chaperoning any TREKs please complete the Volunteer Form, link here . 

X-C Running

Week 3 Letter Link

Practice M,T,Th,F 3:00-4:30.  Practice on Wednesday is 7:00 AM! Questions? Contact Coach Mozen mozen_howard@asdk12.org or phone: 907-302-0475 

Remember there is no school Monday, 9/6! Call or email with any questions.

Thank you,

Principal Mokelke  mokelke_adam@asdk12.org 

Admin. Assistant Biondich  biondich_sylvia@asdk12.org

(907) 742-9000

https://www.asdk12.org/stream

Rapids Report for 8/23/21

 The Rapids Report

August 23rd, 2021

Dear STrEaM Families,

We finished our first week of school! Welcome Week was a GREAT kick-off to the new year. 

Now we begin to settle in, following our regular schedule. On Monday and Friday, students attend periods 1-7. Tuesday and Thursday are block days: we start in advisory, then attend periods 1-4 on Tuesday, 5-8 on Thursday (p. 8 are “specials”). Wednesday is early release at 12:00, lunch at home. 

Drop-off and Pick-Up

Despite the heavy traffic, you’ve all done a GREAT job with pick-up and drop off! Thank you parents & families!!  Please continue to pull as far forward as possible before stopping. In the morning, students will line up outside by grade levels until the doors open. Pick up is at 3:00 M/T/TH/F, and at 12:00 on Wednesdays. 

iReady 

This week in advisory students will take the iReady diagnostic test for Reading and Math. iReady is a GREAT tool to help students build skills and fill any holes in these areas. We strongly encourage iReady as part of your evening homework routine. 

Upcoming TREKs & Events

Tuesday, 8/31 6th Grade Challenge Course on STrEaM Campus

Tuesday, 9/7 8th Grade McHugh Creek Rec Area TREK

Tuesday, 9/14 7th Grade Arctic Valley TREK

Tuesday, 9/21 6th Grade Kincaid Park TREK

If you are interested in chaperoning any TREKs please complete the Volunteer Form, link here . Permission form links for the off campus events coming next week. 

Forms and Links

IMPORTANT! Parents, please complete these mandatory forms as soon as possible: Annual STrEaM Forms

For the School Supply List follow this link. Please write your child’s name on outdoor clothing, lunch boxes and water bottles. 

X-C Running

Week 2: Practice M,T,Th,F 3:00-4:30.  Practice on Wednesday is 7:00 AM! Please complete the X-C Sign-Up form/survey link.  Registration Papers MUST be complete prior to practice. If you need help finding a fast, affordable Sports Physical, contact Coach Mozen at mozen_howard@asdk12.org or phone: 907-302-0475 

COVID-19 & Vaccination update

Universal masking required inside ASD schools. Masking outside is optional.  Keep ASD Symptom Free: Please stay home and get tested if you are experiencing ANY symptoms.  Current ASD policies on COVID: https://www.asdk12.org/COVID-19 

We are happy to serve our families. Call or email with any questions!

Thank you,

Principal Mokelke  mokelke_adam@asdk12.org 

Admin. Assistant Biondich  biondich_sylvia@asdk12.org

(907) 742-9000

https://www.asdk12.org/stream

Supplemental Rapids Report 8-16

 Rapids Report

August 16th, 2021

Dear STrEaM Families,

The first day of school is TOMORROW, Tuesday, August 17th!  

Students will receive schedules and start in an Assembly. They should bring minimal supplies and materials Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: lunch, writing utensil,  appropriate outdoor gear. Friday is a regular, full-schedule day. Students should bring supplies for binder set up. 

Drop-off and Pick-Up

Drop off begins at 7:45 AM: Pull as far forward as possible. Students will line up outside by grade levels until the doors open. Pick up is at 3:00 M/T/TH/F, and at 12:00 on Wednesdays. 

Forms

IMPORTANT! Parents, please complete these mandatory forms as soon as possible: Annual STrEaM Forms

X-C Running

Coach Mozen's Welcome Letter & Dates

Please complete the X-C Sign-Up form/survey link. 

Registration Papers must be complete prior to practice Thursday 8/19 at 3:00 PM. Coach Mozen can be reached at mozen_howard@asdk12.org 

School Supplies

See the School Supply List link. No supplies necessary until Friday this week. 

COVID-19/Vaccination update

Universal masking required inside ASD schools. Masking while outside is optional.  Keep ASD Symptom Free: Please stay home and get tested if you are experiencing ANY symptoms.  Current ASD policies on COVID: https://www.asdk12.org/COVID-19 

Call or email with any questions! This will be a very busy, fun week.

Thank you,

Principal Mokelke  mokelke_adam@asdk12.org 

Admin. Assistant Biondich  biondich_sylvia@asdk12.org

(907) 742-9000

https://www.asdk12.org/stream