Marshall County CSD

#BUILDMCCSTRONG TO IMPROVE LEARNING & SAFETY FOR OUR STUDENTS MCC Community, This week is the last opportunity to vote and get your ballot in the mail to count for the upcoming School Election. If you wait until the end of the week, we advise you to drive your ballot to the courthouse in Warren. Ballots must arrive by August 9 to count. Polls will be open at the courthouse until 8:00 p.m. on Monday evening. We ask families to reference www.buildmccstrong.org to gather final information regarding the election. This website contains what's different compared to last year, the challenges, the solutions planned, and tax information. It also contains an FAQ page with some common questions/answers. The county auditor's office showed us preliminary numbers from the state in regards to the state assessed entities. The share by Enbridge and the other state assessed entities was confirmed to be better than our tax information provided. Although preliminary it confirms those large entities will be paying in a range of 70-76% of this project. There are many solutions this project will provide: - Additional preK space in Viking - Quality learning space for special education students - Restroom for staff/families in Viking - Better hallway access to Viking Cafeteria - More seating in Viking Cafeteria - Handicap accessible, larger music room in Viking - Nurse's office adjacent to school office in Viking - Additional office space in Viking - A music room for Newfolden Elementary - A library/multipurpose space for Newfolden Elementary - Parking lot for staff and visitors at Newfolden Elementary - Crossing street daily eliminated for elementary students - Dedicated parent drop off at MCC High School - 5th and 6th Grade classroom area at MCC High School - Multipurpose space for 5-12 to utilize - Repairs/Replacement of Pavement at MCC High School - Commons/Cafeteria for High School Students - Crossing street daily eliminated for high school students - Secondary multipurpose gym to host gym class for grades 5/6, junior high volleyball/basketball, music programs/assemblies, robotics and other extra curriculars, youth basketball and tournaments, youth volleyball and tournaments, open gym, and other community uses - Larger weightroom for teams/classes which will also feature community access times This plan was put together with the help of a community working group featuring 20-30 people in attendance at multiple meetings looking at multiple options taking into consideration all the feedback gathered during and after the election last year. The goal of this project is to meet space needs now while still supporting our future needs. An additional goal is to increase safety by eliminating crossing the street. We understand there are always questions and concerns. We've appreciated people raising questions and sharing their thoughts along the way. These space needs have been around for a long time and considerable effort was brought forward to formulate this plan which is respectable in costs and will meet our needs. Enrollment for the coming year is expected to grow. So far we have 18 new students planning to attend and know of 6 moving out. Please take the time to review the information and vote!

The weight room will be closed until further notice as custodians begin waxing the floors in the high school.

Ballot Question Reminder: Our question is on the back of the primary ballot.

Reminder to Vote!

Do you have any questions about the upcoming referendum?

Sports Physicals: If your athlete is planning on playing a sport this upcoming school, they will need to have an valid sports physical on file. Sports physicals are valid for three calendar years from date of physical. Athletes entering grades 7 and 10 are most likely going to need one. If you are not sure if your athlete has an updated physical on file you can contact the office. Most clinics should have forms otherwise there are forms in the office. Athletes are not allowed to practice until they have a valid physical on file in the office.

Fall Sports Parent Meetings; Grades 7-12 Volleyball will be in Karlstad on Tuesday, 8/2 at 7:00 pm Football will be in Newfolden on Thursday, 8/4 at 7:00 p

FYI - Location Change: The upcoming Pacesetter Basketball Camp scheduled for August 2-4 has been moved to the Tri-County School in Karlstad due to gym repair/refinishing project in Newfolden. All times remain the same. We apologize for the inconvenience. The gym floor in Newfolden is near completion, but needs to receive it's clear coat and dry time. Here's a sneak peak at the new design!

Early Voting Reminder!

Job Opportunity for next year's high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors ages 16 or older. Freeze Kids is looking to hire a high school student assistant to help with the after school child care program. If you enjoy working with children or are interested in a career involving kids, this experience may be for you. Check your school e-mail for information about how to apply!

We need to fill the following positions: Custodian (2) (Year Round - competitive pay, excellent benefits) Paraprofessional - High School (School Year, Full Time) Paraprofessional - Viking Elementary (School Year, Full Time) Paraprofessional - Viking (Mon. - Wed. School year) (3 days a week) If you are a person who is interested in a career serving the community helping children, please contact us about these positions. Our Year Round positions have great benefits including family health care, vacation, clothing allowance, and retirement. Our school year positions follow school calendar and have sick/personal time, options for health care, and retirement. Come join our team! Make a difference! Job Application and additional info: https://www.newfolden.k12.mn.us/page/job-postings Call: 218-874-8530 for more info

The MCC school board met in regular session last night (Tuesday, July 19). Here is link to the Board Brief: https://bit.ly/3bO777x

Get informed and Vote!

We have one more community information meeting planned for Tuesday, July 26 at MCC High School at 6:30 p.m. to learn more about the upcoming bond election that will be on August 9th. We will have board members and administration available to have conversations, ask questions, and help you with information. We hope to see you there! #buildmccstrong

NOTICE OF FILING DATES FOR ELECTION TO THE SCHOOL BOARD INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO.441 (MARSHALL COUNTY CENTRAL SCHOOLS) STATE OF MINNESOTA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the period for filing affidavits of candidacy for the office of school board member of Independent School District No. 441 shall begin on August 2, 2022 and shall close at 4:00 o'clock p.m. on August 16, 2022. The general election shall be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2022. At that election, three (3) members will be elected to the School Board for terms of four (4) years each. Affidavits of Candidacy are available from the school district office, located within Marshall County Central High School, 310 West Minnesota Ave. Newfolden, Minnesota. The filing fee for this office is $2. A candidate for this office must be an eligible voter, must be 21 years of age or more on assuming office, must have been a resident of the school district from which the candidate seeks election for thirty (30) days before the general election, and must have no other affidavit on file for any other office at the same primary or next ensuing general election. The affidavits of candidacy must be filed in the office of the school district clerk and the filing fee paid prior to 4:00 o'clock p.m. on August 16, 2022. Dated: July 19, 2022 BY ORDER OF THE SCHOOL BOARD CLERK Patti Anderson School District Clerk

Here are the estimated sources of funding for the project. Over 70% of the MCC project will be paid by: State of Minnesota (Ag2School), Enbridge, Great Lakes Gas Transmission, Soo Line Railroad, and Otter Tail Power.

Vote on August 9th

Please look at this building concept image for Viking Elementary School.

We need to fill the following positions: Custodian (2) (Year Round - competitive pay, excellent benefits) Paraprofessional - High School (School Year, Full Time) Paraprofessional - Newfolden Elementary (School Year, Full Time) Paraprofessional - Viking (Mon. - Wed. School year) (3 days a week) If you are a person who is interested in a position serving the community helping children, please contact us about these positions. Our Year Round positions have great benefits including family health care, vacation, clothing allowance, and retirement. Our school year positions follow school calendar and have sick/personal time, options for health care, and retirement. Come join our team! Make a difference!

Please look at this building concept image for Newfolden Elementary School.