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Paraprofessional Beth Olson has retired after 24 years at Moorhead Area Public Schools. 🧡🖤 Beth will continue to be a substitute, so she is excited to continue to work with the friendly and professional staff at S.G. Reinertsen Elementary.
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Harper is an #sgrspudoftheweek because she has been doing an amazing job at including others. We love seeing her being inclusive and expanding her friendships! Way to go Harper! We are so proud of you! #SpudPride
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Ben is an #sgrspudoftheweek because of his positive attitude. He is also very kind and caring! Keep being awesome Ben! #SpudPride
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Quinn is an #sgrspudoftheweek because she has worked hard all year to be a rule follower. She has been an awesome helper and leader in her classroom. We can always count on her to be a good friend, participate, and follow directions. Quinn is ready for second grade! #SpudPride
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After 21 years at MAPS, paraprofessional Jean Walker says, “I will miss the people, including both staff and students. In my mind, I can still see and hear those beautiful faces, smiling eyes and kind words.” 🧡🖤 Congrats on your retirement, Jean!
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Jocelyyn is an #sgrspudoftheweek because she is such a sweetheart. She cares about everyone around her and she shows it daily! She is also a brave, strong kiddo. She takes good care of her class and she still has so much fun every single day! #SpudPride
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Field Day Fun!
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Wesley is an #sgrspudoftheweek because he is a super sweet student! He works hard every day and tries his best on every task. He has a kind heart and comes to school ready for every day. Wesley is a leader in class! #SpudPride
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Hudson is an #sgrspudoftheweek because he has a great attitude and is always smiling! He shows great ways to solve math problems and shares his thinking! He has come a long way in reading as well! We are so proud of you Hudson! #SpudPride
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Ashton is an #sgrspudoftheweek because he has worked SO incredibly hard this year! Ashton is thoughtful with his friends, works hard, follows classroom rules, and is a leader in class! We’re proud of his growth in academics as well as his behavior! #SpudPride
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Liberty is an #sgrspudoftheweek because she has been such a joy! She has really been opening up and comes to school with a smile on her face! Liberty works very hard and tries her best.! We are so lucky that she is at SGR! #SpudPride
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Lois is an #sgrspudoftheweek because she comes to school each day ready to learn. She continues to work even when things are not easy for her! She is always kind to others and is good friend. We are so glad that Lois is at SGR! #SpudPride
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Flynn is an #sgrspudoftheweek because he is such a hard worker! He is very helpful to his younger classmates. Flynn has done an amazing job this school year using his words. He is always happy and smiling, and is so much fun to be around! #SpudPride
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Ryan is an #sgrspudoftheweek because he shows up everyday with a smile on his face! He is always ready to work hard when he gets to school and he brightens everyone's days! He is finishing the year strong! #SpudPride
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Tony is an #sgrspudoftheweek because has worked so hard this school year! He is working on being a strong role model for his classmates and keeping a calm body. Tony is working on being mindful with his choices, AND he is becoming an awesome reader! #SpudPride
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Listen to the virtual School Board meeting tonight at 6 p.m. A recording will be posted following the meeting. Under Minnesota Statutes 13D.021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the school board has determined to limit public attendance at School Board meetings to 10 people, as set forth by the CDC and MDH until further notice.
>>Live Stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JqqLhzE0i8
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Brecklyn is an #sgrspudoftheweek because she embodies all of the characteristics of a Super Spud Student at SGR. She does her best, she is kind, responsible, and respectful! We are so proud of Brecklyn and all that she has accomplished this school year! #SpudPride
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Axel is an #sgrspudoftheweek because he is so kind! He treats all classmates and teachers with respect always, and helps others be their best selves! Awesome! #SpudPride
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Meet our team! This week we would like to recognize teacher Tom Dooher.
Here are some fun facts about Tom!
🔸 Favorite school treat: Snickers.
🔸 Favorite hobbies: Running, cross country skiing, cycling and hiking,
🔸 Favorite part of the job: "The kids, my colleagues who all work tirelessly to do what is best for their students and our awesome principals!"
Thanks for everything that you do!
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Kathy and Arraya Martinez, both employees at SGR, used their tie dye skills this week to make our donated white masks look more vibrant! Thanks for your time in doing this for our students! #SpudPride
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