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January Newsletter 2014 Principal Notes from Dr. Lewton I would like to wish a Happy New Year to you and your family from Hagen Junior High School. Winter Clothing Brrrrr! As winter settles in I would like to remind parents to make sure students are properly dressed for the weather. Students do go outside for 23 minutes at lunch every day to get fresh air and exercise. Students need to be appropriately dressed for the weather. Students will go outside if the temperature and/or wind chill is above -10 F. When the temperature drops below -10 F students will be in the gymnasium. North Dakota Common Core State Standards Like many Americans, many of our educators have had the chance to travel to some different places in our great country. We certainly expect things to be different around the country. From weather to clothing styles and customs, things are not the same from one state to the next. But one thing that must be the same regardless of which state we live in is a quality education for our children. As an educator and parent, the Common Core State Standards has provided us a clear understanding of what our children are expected to learn at each grade level, K-12, regardless of the state where the job takes our family (with the exception of a notable few). That the Standards are evidence-based and developed in collaboration with teachers, school administrators and experts gives me confidence that our students will graduate fully prepared for college. Over 60 North Dakota educational leaders & teachers helped write the standards, so we’ve been a part of this since the beginning. We’ve been teaching by standards-based education for decades. In fact, the Common Core State Standards are VERY closely aligned to the standards we’ve been using for years. What this has done, however, is provided a venue to rejuvenate our efforts, increase our communication, and ensure the success of our students. Unfortunately, like so many other issues, the Common Core State Standards are surrounded by myths. When misrepresented the incredible value that the Standards provide to parents wanting to be fully engaged in their children's education makes the myths all the more dangerous and could represent a huge loss to our education system in America. We ask that you please look at the information below that outlines the true facts around the Common Core State Standards and please call us with your questions and/or concerns before making rash decisions, repeating things that may not be true, or spending any part of your day feeling unsure that the direction our schools are taking for the betterment of your son or daughter is off track on the basis of these college and career ready standards. Thank you for your concern in your student’s success. We encourage you to take a look at the information on DPI’s website that helps with understanding the standards. Other resources include the Department of Public Instruction’s Common Core webpage

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January

Newsletter

2014

Principal Notes from Dr. Lewton

I would like to wish a Happy New Year to you and your family from Hagen Junior High School.

Winter Clothing

Brrrrr! As winter settles in I would like to remind parents to make sure students are properly dressed for the

weather. Students do go outside for 23 minutes at lunch every day to get fresh air and exercise. Students need to

be appropriately dressed for the weather. Students will go outside if the temperature and/or wind chill is above

-10 F. When the temperature drops below -10 F students will be in the gymnasium.

North Dakota Common Core State Standards

Like many Americans, many of our educators have had the chance to travel to some different places in our great country.

We certainly expect things to be different around the country. From weather to clothing styles and customs, things are not

the same from one state to the next. But one thing that must be the same regardless of which state we live in is a quality

education for our children.

As an educator and parent, the Common Core State Standards has provided us a clear understanding of what our children

are expected to learn at each grade level, K-12, regardless of the state where the job takes our family (with the exception

of a notable few). That the Standards are evidence-based and developed in collaboration with teachers, school

administrators and experts gives me confidence that our students will graduate fully prepared for college. Over 60 North

Dakota educational leaders & teachers helped write the standards, so we’ve been a part of this since the beginning.

We’ve been teaching by standards-based education for decades. In fact, the Common Core State Standards are VERY

closely aligned to the standards we’ve been using for years. What this has done, however, is provided a venue to

rejuvenate our efforts, increase our communication, and ensure the success of our students.

Unfortunately, like so many other issues, the Common Core State Standards are surrounded by myths. When

misrepresented the incredible value that the Standards provide to parents wanting to be fully engaged in their children's

education makes the myths all the more dangerous and could represent a huge loss to our education system in America.

We ask that you please look at the information below that outlines the true facts around the Common Core State Standards

and please call us with your questions and/or concerns before making rash decisions, repeating things that may not be

true, or spending any part of your day feeling unsure that the direction our schools are taking for the betterment of your

son or daughter is off track on the basis of these college and career ready standards. Thank you for your concern in your

student’s success.

We encourage you to take a look at the information on DPI’s website that helps with understanding the standards. Other

resources include the Department of Public Instruction’s Common Core webpage

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(http://www.dpi.state.nd.us/standard/common_core.shtm), which includes a particularly helpful 3-minute video

(http://vimeo.com/51933492). Other helpful websites include the National PTA

(http://www.pta.org/advocacy/content2.cfm?ItemNumber=3008&navItemNumber=557) site and the Common Core State

Standards Initiative website (http://www.corestandards.org/resources/frequently-asked-questions).

Thanks again for your concern and advocacy for our students!

Absences

There have been an increasing number of absences and tardies. I understand we are into the flu season and we

don’t want sick kids at school. Learning is difficult to do, however, when students are not in school. Please

schedule appointments, vacation, and other items around the school day if possible. The more your children are

in school the more successful they will be in the future.

Please remember to call in any of your student’s absences. If we do not receive justification for the absence they

are marked as an unexcused absence.

Early out February 5th

This is just another reminder that on February 5th

we will have an early out. If your child has late and missing

assignments or is failing a class, professionals will be at school to assist your child in getting caught up, re-

teaching, or organizing their work. This will be mandatory and students will be informed two days before of

their required attendance. Please help us in teaching responsibility to our youth by reminding them of the

importance of homework.

Thank You,

Marcus Lewton

BackPack Program

The Dickinson BackPack Program is a food program which provides school age children with some extra food

on weekends and during school breaks. The food in the back pack is easy to prepare food, snacks and

beverages that will sustain one child over a weekend. Dickinson Public Schools has expressed that they would

like their schools to benefit from this program. If your child(ren) could benefit from the BackPack Program,

please come into your child’s school office, and complete the form giving your approval for your child to

participate in the program. At this time we are gathering numbers of students and will contact families when

the program officially starts.

Kindergarten Registration The dates of Kindergarten Registration for the SY14-15 will be Monday, February 3, 2014 through Friday, February 7, 2014 at the Central Administration Office from 7:30am-4:30pm. This will take place in the west side of the board room.

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Counselor’s Corner

Internet Safety

Recently, Officer Travis Leintz was invited to be a guest speaker for one day in our Social Studies Classrooms

to discuss the topic of internet safety. We thought this was an important topic to cover with the upcoming

Winter Break meaning that students will have more time to be on the internet.

Officer Leintz talked to students about the dangers of talking with strangers online and various other items to

help students remain safe. Some helpful tips he offered were:

Do not go into “chat rooms” because you never know the intentions of strangers who are talking

with you.

Do not add facebook friends that you don’t know in real life.

SnapChat allows complete strangers to send anyone any photo, anytime, anywhere and is not

monitored and difficult to trace if something inappropriate is sent to you. It is best to avoid this

phone application from a safety/legal standpoint.

Do not send nude or inappropriate pictures (sexting) to ANYONE. After you send it to one

person you no longer control who it is distributed to from there.

If you receive an inappropriate text or picture, do not pass it on. Share it with an adult you trust.

We are very grateful that Officer Leintz carved out some time to talk with our students. If you are interested in

more facts or resources to keep your student safe online, please check out http://www.fbi.gov/stats-

services/publications/parent-guide/parent-guide.

Important Announcements:

! School Resumes, January 2

! Student Council Soup Kitchen, January 9

! Hagen Dance, January 10, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm

! End of Quarter 2 – January 10

! Geography Bee – January 15 – 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm

! MathCounts School Competition – January 17

! No School – January 20

! All-State Choir in Grand Forks – January 31 & February 1

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Notes from the Superintendent Notes from the Superintendent Web site: www.dickinson.k12.nd.us

January 2014

School District Profile

Every year the Dickinson Public School District, in cooperation with the North Dakota

Department of Public Instruction, provides an annual progress report on student achievement

called the School District Profile. This profile is now available for your review. I encourage you

to access and study this important information. This report demonstrates the progress our

students are making in terms of our challenging academic standards.

You may access the School District Profile for the Dickinson Public School District on

the Department of Public Instruction’s website at the following address:

http://www.dpi.state.nd.us/dpi/reports/profile/index.shtm. To access the various reports, select

the Dickinson Public School District and the most recent year available. If you prefer, the staff

at the Central Administration Office will provide access to a printed copy for you to review.

The annual School District Profile summarizes how well our students performed this past

year in reading/ language arts and mathematics on the North Dakota State Assessment and on

other academic indicators. The annual School District Profile presents the percentage of students

who have achieved proficiency in reading/language arts and mathematics. The Profile also

provides our student attendance rates and graduation rates. The Profile reviews the achievement

of all students and of specific subgroups of students. Additionally, the Profile indicates the

results from our students over two years to those of the State as a whole.

The School District Profile for the Dickinson Public School District is an important

summary of how well our students are progressing in their basic academic skills. Providing a

quality education for our students is everyone’s concern and in order for the school district to

improve, we must begin with an understanding of how well our students are performing. We at

Dickinson Public Schools take pride in the support we collectively provide our students.

Together with the encouragement of our parents and patrons, we will build on our successes to

improve and further raise the quality of education within the Dickinson Public School District. I

thank you for your continued commitment and support in building a stronger education system in

Dickinson.

If you have any questions about this or any other issue in the Dickinson School District,

please do not hesitate to contact me at 456-0002 or by email at [email protected].

Douglas W. Sullivan, Superintendent

Dickinson Public Schools

701-456-0002

[email protected]

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Notas del Superintendente Notes from the Superintendent Web site: www.dickinson.k12.nd.us

Enero de 2014

Perfil del districto de la escuela

Cada año el districto de la escuela pública de Dickinson, en cooperación con el departamento de

Dakota del Norte de la instrucción pública, proporciona un informe sobre la marcha de los

trabajos anual en el logro del estudiante llamado el perfil del districto de la escuela. Este perfil

está disponible ahora para su revisión. Le animo a que tenga acceso y estudie a esta

información importante. Este informe demuestra el progreso que nuestros estudiantes están

haciendo en términos de nuestros estándares académicos desafiadores.

Usted puede tener acceso al perfil del districto de la escuela para el districto de la escuela pública

de Dickinson en el departamento del Web site de la instrucción pública en la dirección siguiente:

http://www.dpi.state.nd.us/dpi/reports/profile/index.shtm. Para tener acceso a los varios

informes, seleccione el districto de la escuela pública de Dickinson y el año más reciente

disponibles. Si usted prefiere, el personal en la oficina de la administración central

proporcionará el acceso a una copia impresa para usted a la revisión.

El perfil anual del districto de la escuela resume como de bien nuestros estudiantes realizaron

este último año en artes de la lengua de la lectura y matemáticas en el gravamen del estado de

Dakota del Norte y en otros indicadores académicos. El perfil anual del districto de la escuela

presenta el porcentaje de los estudiantes que han alcanzado habilidad en la lectura/artes y

matemáticas de la lengua. El perfil también proporciona nuestras tarifas de la atención del

estudiante y tarifas de la graduación. El perfil repasa el logro de todos los estudiantes y de

subgrupos específicos de estudiantes. Además, el perfil indica los resultados de nuestros

estudiantes sobre dos años a los del estado en su totalidad.

El perfil del districto de la escuela para el districto de la escuela pública de Dickinson es un

resumen importante de como de bien nuestros estudiantes están progresando en sus habilidades

académicas básicas. El abastecimiento de una educación de la calidad para nuestros estudiantes

es cada uno preocupación y para que el districto de la escuela a mejorar, nosotros deba comenzar

con una comprensión de como de bien nuestros estudiantes se están realizando. En el orgullo de

la toma de las escuelas públicas de Dickinson en la ayuda nosotros proporcionamos

colectivamente a nuestros estudiantes. Junto con el estímulo de nuestros padres y patrón,

construiremos en nuestros éxitos para mejorar y para fomentar aumento la calidad de la

educación dentro del districto de la escuela pública de Dickinson. Le agradezco por su comisión

continuada y lo apoyo en la construcción de un sistema educativo más fuerte en Dickinson.

Si usted tiene cualesquiera preguntas sobre esto o cualquier otra edición en el districto de la

escuela de Dickinson, no vacile por favor entrarme en contacto con en 456-0002 o por el email

en [email protected].

Douglas W. Sullivan, Superintendente

Escuelas públicas de Dickinson

701-456-0002

[email protected]

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How your child spends his time in class can make a big difference in how much he learns and what grades he gets. Share these practical ways for getting the most out of each class.

Be readyYour tween should

walk into class pre-pared. If his English class will be discussing a novel, he’ll be able to join in only if he has done the assigned reading. And if he has a rehearsal in band, he will need to practice the night before and bring his instrument to school.

Stay alertShare strategies your middle grader can

use to keep his mind from wandering. For instance, as the teacher talks, he could follow along in his book by putting his finger under each step of a math problem or each line of a poem. He can also use different techniques to stay focused as he takes notes. If his teacher says she will list

Get to know teachers For many middle schoolers, a new year means some dif-

ferent classes and new teachers. Stay in the loop from the beginning by asking your child about her classes, attending parent nights or a second-semester back-to-school night, and emailing teachers to introduce yourself.

Prevent shoplifting Unfortunately, some children start to shoplift in the tween years when they begin shopping with friends rather than their parents. Discuss this seri-ous issue with your middle grader. Make sure he understands that shop-lifting is a crime and that stores may call police and press charges—even for a youngster.

Great debate Does your child tend to argue with your opinions? Here’s the good news: You can use the opportunity to improve her critical thinking. Say she disagrees with you about whether a movie should be rated PG-13. Ask her to back up her opinion with three facts, and tell her you’ll do the same. Then, pick a time for your “debate.”

Worth quoting“Wherever there is a human being, there is an opportunity for kindness.” Seneca

Just for fun

Q: Which weighs more — a pound of feathers or a pound of rocks?

A: Neither. Each weighs a pound!

Make the most of class time

On target in 2014

“three factors,” your middle grader could write “1, 2, 3” in a column and fill in the items as she talks. That way, it will be clear if he missed one.

Learn with classmatesStudents can serve as great teachers

for each other. Encourage your tween to listen carefully to peers’ questions during discussions — there may be some he hasn’t thought of. Or if his lab partner doesn’t understand a science experiment, your child could explain it. They’ll both learn more by discussing the experiment and dividing up the work.

Having goals can keep your middle schooler moti-vated. Encourage her to pick resolutions that she’ll keep with these suggestions.

■ Choose carefully. Your tween could set a goal for each area of her life, such as academic (start long-term projects early), social (avoid gossip), and personal (save allowance). Or she might name a reso-lution for each class, such as memorizing formulas in math or spending more time studying Spanish verbs.

■ Get advice. Encourage your middle grader to talk to people she respects about how they keep their resolutions. She might ask relatives, neighbors, teachers, or coaches about goals that they set now or when they were her age.

ShortStops

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could offer a solu-tion by saying, “One idea might be…” or “Sometimes it works to…”

You say: “I can’t believe you did that.”

Your child may hear: “You’re so dumb.”

If your middle schooler makes a mistake or gets into

trouble, she is probably feeling bad about herself already. Try to hold back criticism, or she may shut down. Instead, you might start by asking, “Can you explain what happened?” Together, talk about ways she can learn from the mistake or make a better decision next time.

Building a vocabulary Hearing and using new words fre-

quently can make them a permanent part of your child’s vocabulary. Try these ideas for helping him learn new words.

Play. Use words from his text-books in fam-ily games. Have your tween write each word on a separate index card. For example, if he’s studying sound and light in science, you could play Pictionary with words like wavelength and prism or act out frequency and reflection in a game of charades. Or players could earn an extra point per let-ter for using one of the words in Scrabble.

Search. When your middle grader comes across a new word in a novel, suggest that he jot it down. Then, he can be on the lookout for the word in magazines and newspapers. He can also listen for it in conversations, on TV, and on the radio — he’ll learn to understand the word in a variety of contexts.

Better ways to talk to tweens

“You don’t understand me!” When you talk with your middle grader, do you ever feel like you say one thing and she hears another? Help prevent miscommunication with these tips.

You say: “Here’s what you should do.”Your child may hear: “You can’t handle this by yourself.”

Your tween may be more open to your advice if you present it as a suggestion. When she’s dealing with a problem (a dis-agreement with a friend, a grade she feels is unfair), start by listening and trying to understand her feelings. Then, you

For my dad’s 70th birthday last month, our

daughter Lisa had a great idea. She sug-gested making a video about the year he was born to surprise him with at the party.

She started by getting old almanacs from a used bookstore and searching websites for facts about that year. For instance, she found that in 1943, a postage stamp cost 3 cents, construction on the Pentagon was

Think for yourself My son wants to join the robotics club,

but his friends are telling him it’s not cool. How should he handle this?

Friends’ opinions matter a lot to middle grad-

ers. It’s not always easy to go against the crowd, but

this is a good opportunity for your child to practice thinking for himself.

Encourage him to keep an upbeat attitude, since his friends may tease him if he

gets upset. He could respond by smiling, shrugging, and changing the subject. Or

he might simply tell them, “Robotics is a lot of fun. You should try it.”

If his friends see they can’t bother him, they’ll probably back off. You can also

point out that if he joins the club, he’ll meet new friends who enjoy robotics as

much as he does.

Year in reviewcompleted, the New York Yankees won the World Series, and the musical Okla-homa! opened. When she finished her research, we videotaped her pretending to be a newscaster from that year.

Her grandfather loved the video, and afterward, he talked to Lisa more about life in the 1940s and 1950s. Now she seems more inter-ested in studying his-tory since she knows someone who remem-bers the events she’s learning about!

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™Healthy Ideas for Middle and High School Students January 2014

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The start of a new year is a great time to talk about healthy eating habits with your child. If you’re wondering how to begin the conversation, consider these common questions from tweens and teens.

“Will skipping meals help me eat less?”

Missing meals actually tends to make you eat more during the rest of the day. When you skip a meal, the next time you eat you’ll be hungrier, which can lead to overeating and choos-ing unhealthy foods. Even on the busiest days, carve out time for a healthy break-fast, lunch, and dinner, whether you eat at home or on the go.

“Should I eat fewer carbs?”It’s the type of carbohydrates (or

carbs) that you need to think about, not nixing them altogether. Processed carbs like white bread or white rice have the nutrients stripped out of them. But whole grains or carbs like fruits, vegeta-bles, and beans should be part of any healthy diet. Tip: When eating out, ask

Workout-ready Having all her workout

gear in one place can make it easier for your teen to exercise. Encourage her to pack a bag with everything she needs, such as sneakers, socks, a water bottle, a headband, and her community center ID. Then, she could keep the bag by the door so it’s ready when she is!

Blotting pizza Here’s a quick way to cut fat and calories from pizza. Just blot the top with a nap-kin or paper towel to soak up the grease.

With this simple trick, your child will skim 20–50 calories from each slice. Tip: Encourage him to cut even more calories by opting for thin crust rather than thick.

Sugar-free gum can help protect your children’s

teeth. As they chew, the extra saliva washes away bacteria that could lead to cavities. Bonus: Chewing gum is also a good way to avoid extra snack-ing. After a meal, suggest that they chew sugarless gum instead of reach-ing for cookies or chips.

Just for fun

Q: What did the egg say to the frying pan?

A: “You crack me up!”

Team sports: A win-win Team sports are not only a route to fitness, they’re

also a path to good character. Here are two reasons.

1. Practices and games teach patience. Your child will have to wait her turn during drills or to get into the game. Then, she’ll need to wait for team-mates to pass the ball or for the right opportunity to score.

2. Playing on a team can help your youngster focus on others beside herself. To succeed, she has to listen to her coach and cooperate with teammates. Plus, she’ll have to make decisions for the good of the team, such as skip-ping an outing with friends because her team is counting on her to be at practice.

Did You Know?

Nutrition Q&A FASTTAKES

for brown rice or whole-wheat bread or pasta — more and more restaurants are offering these options now.

“Should I take vitamins?”Teens may think taking vitamins

will ensure they get the nutrients they need. But really the best source is a well-balanced diet that includes whole grains, low-fat dairy, fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins. Idea: Eat fruits and vegetables in every color each week. The different colors signify different nutrients, so if you eat them all, you’ll be getting a good variety of vitamins and minerals.

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Move salads from side dish to entree with these hearty rec-ipes that are perfect in the wintertime.

Buffalo chickenStir together 3 cups cooked, shred-

ded chicken with 1 cup fat-free blue cheese dressing and 1–2 tsp. hot sauce. Add 1 cup chopped celery and 1–2 cup crumbled reduced-fat blue cheese. Serve over lettuce.

Italian mixWhisk together 1–2 cup vinegar, 2 tsp.

lemon juice, 1 tsp. dried Italian herbs, and 1 tbsp. olive oil. Drizzle over romaine lettuce. Top with cannellini

Winter salads

Take control. If your teen is pre-diabetic (where blood sugar level is higher than normal) or has Type 2 diabetes, discuss ways to keep blood sugar within a normal range. A dieti-

tian can provide a nutri-tious eating plan, and

exercising regularly will help, too. Note: If pills or insulin shots are prescribed, work out the best ways to make sure she takes them as needed.

Get support. Talking with other teens who have Type 2 diabe-tes can provide important support. To find a support group, your teen might ask her school nurse, check with a local hos-pital or clinic, or search diabetes.org.

Handling diabetes Skyrocketing obesity rates have brought a

rise in young people at risk for — or already diagnosed with — Type 2 diabetes. The good news, though, is that there are ways to lower your child’s chances of developing this dis-ease or to control it if she has it. This guidance can help.

Cut the risk. Staying at a healthy body weight and exercising regularly are the best protections against Type 2 diabetes. Check with your youngster’s doctor about her weight, and get advice for a safe weight-loss plan if needed. Also, try to make sure your teen is physically active at least an hour a day.

Post-exercise stretches

Suggest that your teen stretch after exercise to keep his muscles from getting sore. Here are two stretches to try.

1. Wall stretch. Stand facing a wall. Raise your right arm out to your side, and place it on the wall, fingers pointed away from you. Turn your body to the opposite direction of your outstretched arm until you feel a gentle pull. Hold 30 seconds. Repeat with the other arm.

2. Butterfl y stretch. Start in a seated position and bring your feet together, soles touching, while your knees are bent to the sides. Place your hands on your feet and gently try to bring your chest toward your feet (be careful to bend at your waist, not your back). Hold for 15–30 seconds.

Using “new” foods My daughter Mollie men-

tioned she wanted to try some healthy foods that she had been hearing about from friends and on food blogs. I’m all for eating new foods, but I wasn’t sure where to start with chia seeds, farro, quinoa, kale, and other ones she listed.

I suggested we pick one to sample each month. That way, we would have time to look up recipes and try the food in different ways. Plus, I didn’t want to buy a whole cart full of food we might not eat! First, we tried chia seeds, mixing them into yogurt and oatmeal. Next, we experimented with kale, putting it in smoothies, roasting it, and using it in salads in place of lettuce.

Mollie really liked the foods we made with chia seeds, and though she wasn’t a big fan of raw kale, she loved kale chips. We’re both excited to try other new-to-us foods. Next up is almond milk!

In theK tchen

ACTIVITYCORNER

beans (drained from 16-oz. can), shred-ded low-fat mozzarella cheese, bell pep-per strips, and turkey pepperoni slices.

Asian beefCombine 1–4 cup low-sodium teriyaki

with 11–2 pounds lean beef (cut into strips). Marinate 15 minutes. Heat 1 tbsp. oil in a skillet, and saute beef until cooked through. Toss beef with a 6-oz. bag spinach and 1–2 cup grated carrots.

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JANUARY 2014 MENUMonday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

1 2 3BKFST: Cereal, Toast BKFST: Breakfast Pizza BKFST: Cereal, Toast BKFST: Muffin BKFST: Cereal, Toast

Cheese Pizza Chicken NuggetsNO SCHOOL NO SCHOOL HAPPY NEW YEAR! Breadsticks Waffle Fries

NO SCHOOL Marinara Sauce Pears Mandarin Oranges CornCold Peas MilkMilk

6 7 8 9 10BKFST: Cereal, Toast BKFST: Yogurt BKFST: Cereal, Toast BKFST: Ham & Cheese Rollup BKFST: Cereal, ToastSpaghetti with Meat Sauce Hamburger or Cheeseburger Scalloped Potatoes and Ham Fajita Chicken Hot Dog Garlic Toast Peaches Dinner Roll Mexican Rice, Salsa ApplesauceMixed Fruit Tator Tots Corn Refried Beans Baked BeansGreen Beans Peas and Carrots Fresh Fruit Choice Romaine Lettuce Baby CarrotsMilk Pickles Milk Broccoli Milk

Milk Fudge Bar Fresh Fruit ChoiceMilk

13 14 15 16 17BKFST: Cereal, Toast BKFST: Uncrustable BKFST: Cereal, Toast BKFST: Breakfast Pizza BKFST: Cereal, ToastTomato Soup Chicken Sandwich National Strawberry Ice Cream Day! Sausage Crispitos with GravyGrilled Cheese Sandwich Fresh Fruit Choice Lasagna, Garlic Toast Pancakes CheeseFresh Fruit Choice Baked Beans Romaine Lettuce Salad Fresh Fruit Choice Romaine LettuceBaby Carrots Broccoli Cauliflower Tri-Tator CornMilk Milk Fresh Fruit Choice Yogurt Black Beans

Milk Milk Fresh Fruit ChoiceStrawberry Ice Cream Milk

20 21 22 23 24BKFST: Cereal, Toast BKFST: Scrambled Eggs BKFST: Cereal, Toast BKFST: Fresh Fruit BKFST: Cereal, Toast

Meatballs and Gravy Tacos in a Bag Cavatini Corndog ChickenNO SCHOOL Mashed Potatoes Cheese Romaine Lettuce Salad Baked Beans

Glazed Carrots Fresh Fruit Choice Garlic Toast Mac and CheeseFresh Fruit Choice Romaine Lettuce Fresh Fruit Choice Fresh Fruit ChoiceMilk Tomatoes Cold Peas Baby Carrots

Black Beans, Salsa Milk YogurtMilk Sherbet Milk

27 28 29 30 31BKFST: Cereal, Toast BKFST: Ham Egg Cheese Biscuit BKFST: Cereal, Toast BKFST: Yogurt BKFST: Cereal, ToastCheese Pizza Smoked Turkey Sandwich Bean and Cheese Burritos Hot Hamburger with Gravy Spaghetti with Meatballs

Breadsticks Romaine Lettuce Fresh Fruit Choice Mashed Potatoes Garlic Toast

Marinara Sauce Baby Carrots Romaine Lettuce Dinner Roll CornFresh Fruit Choice Fresh Fruit Choice Tomatoes, Salsa Broccoli Fresh Fruit ChoiceCauliflower Baked Beans Rice Grape Tomatoes Romaine Lettuce Salad

Milk Milk Peas Fresh Fruit Choice MilkOatmeal Cookie Milk Milk

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