The Rapids Report
January 15th, 2024
Dear STrEaM Families,
Semester 2 is off to a great start!
Ski season is in full swing already, with over 40 participants.
In honor of Dr. King, we had no school Monday. We encourage our students to be of service to their family or community to commemorate his legacy.
This Week at STrEaM:
Monday 1/15: NO SCHOOL
Tuesday 1/16: Block Day A Advisory & P. 1-4
XC Skiing 3:15-4:30
Wednesday 1/17: Early Release 12:00
Math Club
Boxing
XC Skiing 7:00 AM!
APC Bylaws work session 5:30 PM Clarion Suites: contact us for more information
Thursday 1/18: Block Day B Advisory & P. 5-8
XC Skiing @ Russian Jack 3:15-4:30
Friday 1/19: Periods 1-7
XC Skiing @ Russian Jack 3:15-4:30
XC Skiing update:
Dear STrEaM Ski Team Parents and Supporters-
Week 1 went very well. All skiers were out skiing on the excellent snow last Friday.
Week two- here we go!
Upcoming 5 practices- All Classic Style Skiing:
Tuesday 1/16: 3:00-4:30 at STrEaM. (no poles)
Wednesday 1/17 7:00-8:00 AM- at STrEaM Poles will be issued to those who need them.
Thursday and Friday 1/18 and 1/19 at Russian Jack Park starting at 3:15 until-4:30.
Monday 1/22 Russian Jack.
On days that we practice at Russian Jack, please plan to get your child to Russian Jack by 3:15, and pick up your child at 4:30 at Russian Jack Springs Park
Please pick up your child promptly at 4:30. Coaches must stay with skiers until they have been picked up by parents.
Clothing
We plan to ski outside every day. Students MUST have a hat or headband and gloves every day to participate in practice. Tights, warm leggings, or long underwear should be worn. Please do not wear jeans to practice. Wear a jacket (not a cotton sweatshirt) and layers underneath.
Transportation: WE NEED VOLUNTEER DRIVERS! Starting this Thursday, we will practice at Russian Jack Springs Park approximately 3 days/week. It is 10 minutes away from STrEaM and 3.7 miles. We need you to be involved in getting your child to Russian Jack.
COMMUNICATION: We would like to communicate with families through e-mail. If this doesn't work for you, please suggest an alternative. You are welcome to text me, Coach Mozen at (907) 302-0475, but please be aware that I am often wearing mittens and outside, so may not get back to you immediately. Remember to let me know if your child has to miss a practice.
Snacks: We could use snacks for our 42 skiers (and coaches). It's a nice way to end practice. Healthy items appreciated.
Health Updates
With the snow and ice come new outdoor activities and safety. January is National Winter sports traumatic brain injury awareness month.
https://www.pivotphysicaltherapy.com/news/national-winter-sports-tbi-awareness-month-tips-safety/
Please feel free to email or call me with any questions. zimpelman_bethany@asdk12.org
Wishing you well
~Nurse Bethany
Reporting absences:
Thank you for letting us know when your child will be absent. There are two great ways to do this now. You can log into Parent Connect and use the link on the top of your screen or you can call the school at 907-742-9000. Ms. Jessi is our new attendance secretary and front door greeter!
APC (Academic Policy Committee)
The Academic Policy Committee (APC) meets the second Wednesday of every month at 5:30 PM. The next meeting will be January 10, 2024 in the Fab Lab at school. Community and parents are always welcome to attend. Please notify us prior to the meeting if you wish to provide public comment.
Friends of STrEaM
Interested in serving as a parent representative on our non-profit board? Call Jen at 907-223-2546
It’s time to start planning the 4th Annual Spring Auction! We are looking for volunteers to help gather donations and help with organizing the Classroom Advisory Contributions. Please let Sylia know if you can help. WE NEED YOU!
We are extremely thankful to the Clarion Suites Downtown Anchorage for their continued support of this lunch program. The Clarion is providing the bread, pretzels and cheese sticks. Shoutout to the Griner-Disler Family and the Lethin Family for their very generous donations to this program.
After School Activities
Boxing Club
NO Boxing Wednesday: Coach Mokelke at meetings
Skiing M,T,Th,F- 3:00-4:30
W-7:00-8:00 AM
23-24 Battle of the Books
We meet during lunch on Tuesday and Thursday (6/ 7&8), and Friday (7th & 8th grade only) this week. 6th grade meets in the Library, 7th/8th grade will meet in room 110. All books are available in the STrEaM library, your local library branch, digital copies or audiobooks. The hoopla app has quite a few books for free through the library. =)
Save the date!
Students on the 6th grade team district battle:
Date: Monday, January 29
Location: West/Romig Library
Time: 2pm - 5:30
Students on the 7/8 team district battle:
Date: Tuesday, February 6
Location: West/Romig Library
Time: 9:00am - 2:00pm
Have questions? Please Email:
lojewski_martha@asdk12.org - 6th Grade Bahner_Stephen@asdk12.org - 7th/8th Grade
MATH CLUB
Wednesday's Math Club is open for new applicants in quarter 3. Math Club is hosted by math teacher Stephanie Olendorff and is open to any STrEaM student who has a permission form submitted; however, there is a cap of 20 seats available and academic need will be considered when accepting students. It will take place on Wednesdays from 12:00 pm to 1:45 pm. Students must be picked up or have permission to walk off campus by 1:45 pm. Please fill out the permission form in the link below. Please reach out to Mrs. Olendorff at olendorff_stephanie@asdk12.org with any questions.
https://forms.gle/J9RZzYrFDmtxq4RL8
For more information reach out to Mrs. Olendorff at olendorff_stephanie@asdk12.org
STREAM GEAR STORE
Purchase your STrEaM Gear on our online store! LINK: https://bit.ly/3YYp912
2023-24 Yearbook Order Today!
Families, Yearbook Orders ARE LIVE and will be available until February 23rd! Order here.
Parents: earn or finish a degree right here at STrEaM!
Are you considering earning a degree, or completing one? Our business partner Wayland University offers classes online and in the evening. WBU Dean Dr. Ashley and staff will be at our Parent Night providing more information. https://www.wbu.edu/campuses/anchorage/index.htm
Call, email or stop by if you have any questions or needs!
Quyana!
Adam Mokelke, Principal mokelke_adam@asdk12.org
Rebekah Hayden, Assistant Principal hayden_rebekah@asdk12.org
Amy Bonertz, Counselor bonertz_amy@asdk12.org
Syliva Biondich, Administrative Asst. biondich_sylvia@asdk12.org
Jessi Blackson, Secretary blackson_jessica@asdk12.org
Bethany Zimpelman, Itinerant Nurse zimpleman_bethany@asdk12.org
Chris Krejca, Special Education krejca_christine@asdk12.org
