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Esko’s CornerConnecting School and Community

Esko Public School District #99

Non-profit Org.U.S. Permit PAIDPermit No. 11Esko, MN 55733

CAR-RT SORTPOSTAL CUSTOMERESKO, MN 55733

RETURN SERVICE REQUESTEDEsko Community EducationBox 10, Esko, MN 55733 Volume 18 Issue 7 April 2014

CONGRATULATIONS Esko Eskomos Basketball!2014 Boys State Champions!

2014 girls section 7aa champions!

2 - Esko’s Corner - April 2014

Events & Notices

Publication Title - Esko’s Corner; Statement of Frequency - Monthly (10 months)Authorized Organization: Esko Community Education,

P.O. Box 10, 2 East Highway 61, Esko, MN 55733Issue Number - One Front Cover

Articles and submissions may be sent to the Esko Community Ed. office or e-mailed to [email protected]. The deadline is the 8th of every month for the next month’s issue. Articles may be edited for space and content. If you have questions, please call the Esko Community Education office at 879-4038. Visit the School Website: www.esko.k12.mn.us

♦ BookmobileMondays, April 21; May 12Think-N-Play - 9:30 - 10:30 amTuesdays, April 15; May 6, 27Esko School - 5:45 - 6:30 pm

SPRING RUMMAGE SALES MAY 16 & 17The Annual Esko Area Rummage Sales, a ommunity service project of the Eager Eskomos Home Study Group, will be held on Friday and Saturday, May 16 and 17. To rent a table(s) at the Thomson Township Hall (Fridayonly), or to have your address listed on the map, please fill out the registrationform (below) and mail it by Friday, May 9. It is important for us all to sup-port this community effort by listing your sale on the map and by mailing this form in early. For those renting tables at the Thomson Township Hall, doors will be open at 6:30 am for people to display items (on rental tables only, please); please remove boxes and unsold articles afterwards. Morning cof-fee, soda, bars, sloppy joes, hot dogs and coneys will be served (Friday only) by the Eager Eskomos Home Study Group at the Thomson Township Hall. If you have questions call Pauline 879-4878 or Verna 879-3630. Thiscommunity sale will be advertised in the 13 different publications includ-ing the Duluth New Tribune, The Budgeteer, The Superior Telegraph, The Northland Smart Shoppers and the Pine Journal, as well as on the radio & TV. Profits from registration and food sales will be donated to local service projects.REMINDER: PLEASE DO NOT PARK WITHIN 10 FEET OF MAILBOXES. CARRIERS ARE ATTEMPTING MAIL DELIVERY.

THANK YOU, THE ESKO POST OFFICE FREE MAPS will be available at 8:00 am the day of the sales at the Esko Little Store and the Thomson Township Hall. Friday tables sales at the Thomson Township Hall will close at 2 pm.

Name _____________________________________________ Address ___________________________________________ Telephone Number __________________________________ $5.00 for each Table(s) in building: # of tables ____ @ $5.00 = ____ $5.00 for address on map; Please circle one: Friday only Saturday only Both days Total Enclosed ____________________ (NO REFUNDS) Make check payable to Eager Eskomos Home Study Group and mail it with the registration by Friday, May 9th, (so we receive it by May 12th) to: Eager Eskomos 35 Martha Road Esko MN 55733

THANK YOU & HAPPY RUMMAGING

Registrations and schedules will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Register soon for Fall Cool Kids! Registration packets will be available online, in the Cool

Kids room and in the Community Education Office beginning May 2.

May 2, 2014

Fall 2014 Registration Cool Kids School Age Child Care

(218) 879-4038

Bean Bag TOURNAMENT

Toss Your Way Into Spring...

Sunday, April 27 3:00-5:00 pm Esko School Cafeteria

Fun for the entire Family! Come for an afternoon of Fun , Food and Prizes. We will have Bean Bag games for all ages as well as a Community Serivce Project for your family to par-ticipate in. Come have some fun and serve your community!

Sponsored by Community Education Advisory Council

Registrations and schedules will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Register soon for KIDS Connect! Registration packets will be available online, in the Cool

Kids room and in the Community Education Office beginning April 7.

April 7, 2014

Summer Registration KIDS Connect (Ages 4-Grade 6 in Fall of 2014)

(218) 879-4038

♦ CensusPlease help us keep our school census accurate. If you are new in the area or have recently had a child - please contact 879-4038 to have your children be put on our age 0-4 census. Thank you!


Featuring...

On Tuesday, March 4, 2014, sixteen of our young outstanding Junior High band students participated in the University of Minnesota Dulu-th’s 46th Annual Junior High Honor Band Festival.Participants were Kiana Asbell, Chase Bergstedt, Dylan Carlson, Alyssa Granholm, Zach Kangas, Ai-yanna Klaphake, Eric Meysembourg, Gretta Moores, Brita Mowers, Eric Newman, Ian Rossetti, Kirsten Rye, Caden Salo, Declan Sinnot- James, Corra Thomson, and Judy Wage-maker. The Honor Bands were composed predominately of outstanding 8th and 9th grade students from over 500 nominations from 52 schools throughout the region. There were three bands this year with a total of 330 students. The Gold Band was conducted by guest Michael Swee-ney, the Maroon Band was conduct-ed by Dr. Daniel Eaton (UMD) and guest Laura Goucher conducted the White Band.Michael Sweeney is currently Di-rector of Band Publications for Hal Leonard Corporation in Milwaukee,

Wisconsin, one of the largest pub-lishers of printed music in the world. Michael is directly responsible for the development, production, record-ing and marketing of new publica-tions for school bands. In addition, he contributes as a composer and ar-ranger in all instrumental areas, and is particularly known for his writing at the younger levels for concert band and jazz. Since joining the company in 1982, Hal Leonard has published over 500 of his compositions and arrangements. Mr. Sweeney is a 1977 graduate of Indiana University (Bloomington). Prior to working for Hal Leonard he was a band director in Ohio and Indiana.Mr. Sweeney wrote a commissioned piece of music for this festival en-titled Due North and it received its world premier by the members of the Gold band during the afternoon con-cert.The students received their music at 9am and learned as much as pos-sible over the course of the follow-ing 5 hours in preparation for the 3:30 concert. Playing to a capacity crowd of 550 people in the Marshall

Performing Arts Center, the bands were entertaining to witness and they sounded impressive. During the con-cert, Mr. Sweeney spoke of the im-portance of having and maintaining a quality music education program for our youth because it teaches to the whole person. He said that much of what music teaches us cannot be measured on a test but has a direct and lasting effect on the success for the individual over their lifetime.The Esko students found this to be a very rewarding experience. Some of

the comments expressed were, “This really boosted my self confidence.” “It was really weird, but cool, play-ing for an entirely different conduc-tor.” “It was an educational and enjoyable day of learning and playing music with new people.”And, “It really made me appreciate how good our band is in Esko.”

Esko Book Needs Another Chapter? The conclusion of the boys basketball story in the recently published Esko’s Corner, An Illustrated History of Esko and Thomson Township, recaps the 2013 season and ends with this: “Did someone say, “Wait ‘Til Next Year?” Well, 2014 did, in fact, prove to be the dream season every longtime Esko basketball fan has longed for. And as a Duluth News Tribune reporter noted after the Eskomos won their first state championship, the Esko Historical Society’s new book might suddenly require another chapter. Moreover, as of this writing, the Esko girls were also on their way to the state tournament. While a separate Esko all-sports history is under serious consideration, orders continue to pour in for Esko’s Corner. After two months, nearly 1,000 have been sold. Retail outlets in the immediate area are as follows: Esko—A Shear Thing, Barnes Care Assisted Living, Esko Self Service, Eskomo Pizza Pies, Finn & Feather Hair Design, Hair Designs by Sherri, Widdes Feed & Farm Supply, Wirtz Service.

Cloquet—Bearaboo Coffee Escape, Bergquist Import & Gift Shop, Carlton County Historical Museum, Kamari Gift Shop.

Scanlon—Trapper Pete’s.

Books are also available in Duluth at The Bookstore at Fitger’s and Gannucci’s Italian Market. More Duluth outlets are expected soon.

To order by mail, please see “Order Info” at www.eskohistory.com, or clip and mail the following to Esko Historical Society, P.O. Box 83, Esko, MN 55733:

Esko History Book

ORDER FORM

Please mail Esko’s Corner, An Illustrated History of Esko and Thomson Township, to

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Name

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Address

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City/State/Zip

Phone__________________ Email ______________________

Quantity: One____ Two____ Three or More (Specify) ____

One book: $25 plus $10 for shipping and sales tax.

Two or more books: $25 per book plus all-inclusive rate of $20 for shipping and sales tax.

Esko Junior High Band Students Participate In Festival

ESKO APOSTOLIC LUTHERAN CHURCH 25 CHURCH ROAD, ESKO, MN 55733 218-879-3882Pastor Bruce BergstedtPastor Nathan Juntunen e-mail: [email protected]:www.eskoapostolic.org

SUNDAY SCHEDULE(April) TIMESunday Worship (All Ages Welcome) 8:00 amCoffee & Fellowship 9:00 amSunday Worship (All Ages Welcome) 9:30 amSunday School (Youth & Adult Classes) 10:45 am

(Communion every third Sunday)

WEDNESDAY SCHEDULE(April)Wednesday Supper 5:45 pmLenten Service/Youth Activities (Ages 3+) 6:30 pmChoir Practice 7:30 pm

LENTEN SCHEDULE/EASTER TIMESupper 5:45 pmLenten Service & Youth Activities 6:30 pmMaundy Thursday, April 17thService with Holy Communion 6:30 pm

Good Friday, April 18thGood Friday Choir Cantata 6:30 pm

Easter Sunday, April 20thWorship Service 8:00 amEaster Brunch 9:00 - 10:15 amWorship Service 10:30 am(No Sunday School)


Community Churches & Area Activities

LITTLE ESKOMO LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL OPEN HOUSEWhen: Tuesday, April 22, 2014Time: 6:00 -7:00 p.m. Where: St Matthews Church, Esko Classes Offered for 2014-2015 School Year: 3-4 year olds (2-days per week) Tuesday and Thursday mornings 8:30-11:00 a.m. 4-5 year olds (3-days per week) Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings 8:30 a.m. -12:00 p.m. Families are invited to attend an open house to learn more about our pre-school, tour the classroom and meet with the teachers. For more informa-tion, please contact Melissa at 218-879-3510.

St. Matthews Lutheran Church4 Elizabeth Avenue, Esko, MN 55733218.879.3510 [email protected]

Pastors Jeffrey Walther & Tom Brinkley

A family of believers grounded in, growing in and reaching out in Christ

Holy Week Services

Palm Sunday Cantata April 13“Rise Again” by Russell Mauldin8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

Maundy Thursday April 176:30 p.m. with Holy Communion

Good Friday Service April 18Youth are participating6:30 p.m.

Easter Sunday Worship April 206:30 a.m. Sunrise Service with Holy Communion8:00 a.m. Festival Service with Holy Communion10:30 a.m. Festival Service with Holy Communion

Easter Breakfast will be served from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.Come for breakfast and support the youth!

Volunteers Needed at North Country R.I.D.E in Esko

North Country RIDE Volunteer Orientation will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the North Country Ride Farm, 180 Hatinen Road, Esko. This short orientation will bring new and returning vol-unteers together to tour the facility, learn about the volunteer opportunities, discuss center policy and demonstrate class activities. A variety of volunteer opportunities exist. Volunteers are needed to assist with horses and riders during classes, condition horses, assist in the office or with facility/grounds maintenance. More information and a volunteer application can be found on the Web at www.NorthCountryRide.com, by calling 218/879-7608 or email-ing: [email protected]. North Country RIDE offers horse-facilitated activi-ties for children and adults who are challenged by a wide variety of special needs. North Country R.I.D.E.'s mission is to promote personal growth and development through equine assisted therapeutic, educational, and recre-ational activities. NCR was started in 1982 to provide services to individuals throughout Northeastern Minnesota and Northwestern Wisconsin.

mailto:[email protected]


Our Youth

2014 Fall Lower Division Soccer Registration

Where: Esko High School clock lobbyWhen: April 22 and 24 4:30-7:00 pmWho: U6-U13 players U6- born between 8/1/08-7/31/09 U8- born between 8/1/06-7/31/08 U10- born between 8/1/04-7/31/06 U12- born between 8/1/02-7/31/04 U13- born between 8/1/01-7/31/02**Registration and uniform fees will be accepted at this time. Payments must be received at time of registration.**A $25 late fee will be charged for all registra-tions received after June 1st 2014**No registrations will be accepted after July 10th 2014

****Coaches***** Always needed and appreciated! Parents signing up to coach will be reimbursed for one child’s registration after mandatory trainings are completed.Visit our website at http://www.eskosoccer.org and like us on Facebook to keep informed of other upcoming dates and events.

For Any questions please contact:Michelle Kuklinski 218-310-7838 [email protected]

Carrie Preiner 218-428-0537 [email protected]

ONLINE REGISTRATION OPENS: MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3RD DEADLINE IS MARCH 15TH AND A LATE FEE OF $20 AFTER THIS DATE

www.eskolittleleague.com

T-ball | Boys & Girls Ages 4-6

Baseball | Boys & Girls Ages 7-8

Rookie Softball | Girls Ages 7-8

Baseball |Boys Minors Ages 9-10

Majors Ages 11-12

Baseball | Boys Intermediate Age 13 Juniors Ages 13-14

Softball | Girls U10 Ages 9-10

U12 Ages 11-12

Softball | Girls U14 Ages 13-14 U16 Ages 15-16

Parent Meeting: Sunday, April 6th

Parent Meeting: Sunday, April 6th

Parent Meeting: Sunday April 6th

Parent Meeting: Sunday March 2nd

Evaluation: Friday March, 14th



Evaluation: Friday March, 14th


COMPUTERS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE PARENT MEETING FOR ONLINE REGISTRATION

WATCH OUR WEBSITE FOR DETAILS OR LIKE US ON FACEBOOK “Esko Youth Baseball / Softball Association”

St. Matthews Lutheran Church4 Elizabeth Avenue, Esko, MN 55733218.879.3510 [email protected]

Pastors Jeffrey Walther & Tom Brinkley

A family of believers grounded in, growing in and reaching out in Christ

Holy Week Services

Palm Sunday Cantata April 13“Rise Again” by Russell Mauldin8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

Maundy Thursday April 176:30 p.m. with Holy Communion

Good Friday Service April 18Youth are participating6:30 p.m.

Easter Sunday Worship April 206:30 a.m. Sunrise Service with Holy Communion8:00 a.m. Festival Service with Holy Communion10:30 a.m. Festival Service with Holy Communion

Easter Breakfast will be served from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.Come for breakfast and support the youth!

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APRIL 5

Esko Theater

6:00 pm

This evening is for parents to learn more about the educational offerings of Winterquist Elementary. Students will have the opportunity to visit the classrooms on Friday, April 5th. For more information contact Brian Harker, Principal, 879-3361.

WINTERQUIST ELEMENTARY

Tuesday, April 2, 6:00—7:30 pm

Esko High School Theater This evening is for parents to learn more about the educational offerings of Winterquist Elementary. Students will have the opportunity to visit the classrooms on Friday, April 5th. For more information contact Brian Harker, Principal, 879-3361.



Esko High School Theater

This evening is for parents to learn more about the educational offerings of Winterquist Elementary. Students will have the opportunity to visit the classrooms on Friday, April 5th. For more information contact Brian Harker, Principal, 879-3361.



Esko High School Theater This evening is for parents to learn more about the educational offerings of Winterquist Elementary. Students will have the opportunity to visit the classrooms on Friday, April 5th. For more information contact Brian Harker, Principal, 879-3361.



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Esko Youth Success

“Doodleskeez”-Grade 4 Destination Imagination. Ellie Regas, Maria Ryd-berg, Jordynne Wohling, Mollie Belich, Audrey Menor, Shark: Riley McIl-vain, Black Shark: Keone Anderson.

“Creative Critters”-Grade 5 Destination Imagination. Allison Thornton, Xani Aker, Neysa Munthe, Kaitlyn Salmela, Grace Liupakka, Haley Staples, Sydney Poppenberg.

6th Grade MathMasters. Jager Christenson, Hunter Sunde, Alicia Maki, Jonah Laundergan, Miles Jansen, Trace Richards, Ed Fuller, Alicia Rob-nik, Morgan Peterson, Ella Magnuson, Allison Weber.

Approximately 75 Esko students, participating on 11 teams, competed in the Destination Imagination regional tournament on Saturday, March 8. Destination Imagination is a creative, problem-solving program which encourages teams of students to solve challenges based on the team members’ interests.

Three Esko teams received special awards. The Allies, a Senior Level team, and the Numinuminums, a Middle Level team, each received DaVinci Awards for exceptional creativity. The Twitches received the Spirit of Discovery Award for quickly adjusting to

an absent team member.Four Esko teams qualified for the state competition to be held at Jackson Middle School in Champlin on Saturday, April 12. The Creative Critters qualified in the Going to Extremes scientific challenge; the Doodleskeez qualified in The Tension Builds structural challenge; The Celestrians qualified in the Pandemonium Improvisational Challenge; and The Allies qualified in the Going to Extremes scientific challenge.

Congratulations to all of our Destination Imagination teams and good luck to the teams at state!

SIXTH GRADE MATH MASTERS

On Friday, March 7, eleven Esko students participated in the sixth grade Math Masters competition. Sixty-six students from area schools participated on fourteen teams.

Alicia Robnik placed third and Alicia Maki placed sixth in the Fact Drill Round. Students must solve math equations without the use of a calculator. Alicia Maki placed13th and Alicia Robnik placed 6th in the Individual Rounds. Questions in these rounds are based on such topics as geometry,

fractions, percents, time, charts/graphs, and probability.

Esko Team 1 took third placed in the Team competition. Team members were Hunter Sunde, Ella Magnuson, Alicia Maki, Alicia Robnik and Ed Fuller.

Additional participants were Miles Jansen, Morgan Peterson, Jager Christenson, Allison Weber, Jonah Laundergan and Trace Richards. Congratulations on a successful Math Masters season!


Eskomo Sports

EHS Cheerleading Try-Outs for Fall 2014

All students grades 8-11 welcome!

Tuesday, April 29 & Thursday, May 1 3:30 – 5:30 pm Varsity Gym

Questions or concerns contact Molly at [email protected]

Kuklinski Supports Esko StudentsA huge thank you to Michelle Kuklinski, Real Estate Broker at Adolphson Real Estate. She again this year has donated to help offset student’s costs to attend the State Basketball Tournament to cheer their team on as they made their way to the State Championship! $10 per tournament points for a total of $1740.00! Now for the girls state appearance...Michelle so far has donated $500 so the same support can be shown again from the best fans ever! Go Eskomos!

Add another honor for Esko se-nior Marc Peterson! He was hon-ored with the MN State High School League AAA award (For Academics, Arts and Athletics excellence). In addition to his athletic accomplishments, Marc has a 3.93 GPA and participated in band for six years.

The Kuklinski Family, Avery, Michelle, Kevin and Reese.

Peterson Honored With AAA Award

Baseball/Softball season is almost upon us! Show your support and attend some of the games this Spring. See you at the ballpark!

VARSITY SPORTS HOME GAMES:

BASEBALL:Thursday, Apr 10, 2014 Game 4:30PM vs Floodwood Thursday, Apr 17, 2014 Game 4:00PM vs Barnum Thursday, Apr 24, 2014 Game 4:30PM vs McGregor Thursday, May 1, 2014 Game 4:00PM vs Cook County Tuesday, May 6, 2014 Game 4:30PM vs Dul Marshall Thursday, May 8, 2014 Game 4:30PM vs Two Harbors Friday, May 9, 2014 Game 4:30PM vs Hermantown Thursday, May 15, 2014 Game 4:00PM vs Eveleth Tuesday, May 20, 2014 Game 4:30PM vs Cloquet

SOFTBALL:Thursday, Apr 10, 2014 Game 4:30PM vs Floodwood Friday, Apr 11, 2014 Game 4:30PM vs Superior Monday, Apr 14, 2014 Game 4:30PM vs Cloquet Thursday, May 1, 2014 Game 4:00PM vs Cook County Thursday, May 8, 2014 Game 4:30PM vs Two Harbors Monday, May 12, 2014 Game 4:30PM vs Proctor Thursday, May 15, 2014 Game 4:30PM vs Hibbing

TRACK & FIELD: (Away & Home meets)Friday, Mar 21, 2014 Meet 4:30PM Mesabi UWSFriday, Mar 28, 2014 Meet 4:00PM Simpson UWSSaturday, Mar 29, 2014 Meet 2:30PM Polar UWSSaturday, Apr 5, 2014 Meet 10:00AM Virgina - UWSMonday, Apr 14, 2014 Meet 3:45PM Hinckley Thursday, Apr 17, 2014 Meet 4:00PM ProctorTuesday, Apr 22, 2014 Meet 4:00PM Two HarborsThursday, Apr 24, 2014 Meet 3:45PM Hawk Invite Saturday, Apr 26, 2014 Meet 10:00AM AustinTuesday, Apr 29, 2014 Meet 4:00PM Two HarborsThursday, May 1, 2014 Meet 4:00PM Hermantown Friday, May 2, 2014 Meet 4:00PM Cloquet Tuesday, May 6, 2014 Meet 2:00PM Hibbing Wednesday, May 7, 2014 Meet 3:30PM Barnum Wednesday, May 14, 2014 Meet 2:00PM Two HarborsThursday, May 15, 2014 Meet 4:00PM Two Harbors Friday, May 16, 2014 Meet 4:00PM Cloquet Saturday, May 17, 2014 Meet 3:00PM True Team

Esko’s 1st Annual Wood Shop Sale

Esko School’s Business and Tech Ed classes are coming togeth-er to sell handmade, unfinished wood products made by students in the

recently added construction tech classes. The Accounting class is handling transac-

tions and records; the Intro to Business class is in charge of advertising and sales; and the Construction and Wood Tech class, as you might guess, is creating the products. It is a really interesting, hands-on way for the classes to learn about and experience their classes in a real-world setting.

The products featured will include quality, handmade, unfinished end tables, step stools, shelves, and cutting boards. A limited number of specialty products such as serving trays and napkin holders will also be available to purchase. All proceeds will go back into the Industrial Tech program for new materials and continued maintenance of the machines.

This, first ever, sale will be held on conference night, April 3rd from 3:30-7:00. Students will be available to provide customer service, sales and product support, and carry out servic-es to your vehicles.

This opportunity would not have been possible without the support of our community and school bringing our Technical and Indus-trial Tech Program. Join us in celebrating the student’s efforts!

Archery – Grades 4-6CLASS IS FULL! Date Reminders

Dates: 04/14/2014 3:30PM - 4:30PM - Cafeteria04/16/2014 3:30PM - 4:30PM - Cafeteria04/21/2014 3:30PM - 4:30PM - Cafeteria04/23/2014 3:30PM - 4:30PM - Cafeteria

Cost: $ 13.00Instructor(s): Johnson, CyndeeDescription: Learn the basics while using compound bows and tar-gets!


After School Club/Class Registration Form:Esko Community Education, P.O. Box 10, Esko, MN 55733

Name: __________________________Birthdate:_____________

Address: _________________________City/Zip:_____________

Home Phone: _________________ Work Phone: _____________

Email:_______________________________________________

Club: ____________________________ Cost: ______________

Homeroom Teacher: ______________________Grade:_________

Additional Student:

Name: ___________________________Birthdate:____________

Club: ____________________________ Cost: ______________

Homeroom Teacher: ______________________ Grade:________

Parent/Guardian: ________________Cell Phone:_____________T-shirt/shoe size (if applicable)____________ _____________Any special needs?______________________________________ Total Enclosed: $_______________Payment Type: Check #____________ Cash Credit Card ___MasterCard ___VISA________-_______-_______-_______

Exp. Date:________ 3 Digit Code________

Authorized Signature:____________________________________

To register online visit www.esko.k12.mn.usYou will be contacted only if a class is filled. Otherwise, consider yourself regis-tered for the class. Make checks payable to Esko Community Education and mail to the above address or drop off at the office. Cancellation fee is $2.00.

After School Clubs

Awesome Art – Grades 2-6Dates: 04/08/2014 3:30PM - 4:30PM Esko Schools - E370

04/15/2014 3:30PM - 4:30PM Esko Schools - E37004/22/2014 3:30PM - 4:30PM Esko Schools - E370

Cost: $ 15.00Description: Acrylic Canvas Painting! Think spring and paint! We will be studying the many details of flowers and painting detailed rep-licas on canvas using acrylic paint. Also, we will talk about the use of bold colors and how to paint using intricate details.This class will provide the canvas, paints, and brushes. Instructor(s): Hallsten, Dawn

Savannah’s Pottery – Father’s Day PlaqueGrades 1-6Date: 05/05/2014 3:30PM - 4:30PM Esko Schools - S101 ArtCost: $ 14.00Description: Your dad deserves a personalized plaque with your family’s last name for all he does! Instructor(s): Roen, Michelle

MINECRAFT REVOLUTION Grades 6-12Dates: 04/03/2014 3:30PM - 4:30PM Esko Schools - E351

04/10/2014 3:30PM - 4:30PM Esko Schools - E35104/17/2014 3:30PM - 4:30PM Esko Schools - E35104/24/2014 3:30PM - 4:30PM Esko Schools - E351

Cost: $ 16.00Description: MINECRAFT REVOLUTION for GRADES 6-12 is here! Join us to create, build, work with other MINECRAFTERS, and survive! You can bring your own wireless tablet, iPad, or laptop to show and build upon what you have already created, or just start from scratch or a seed. If you don’t have a device, we have a limited number of iPads and even an XBOX! You will be able to join each other or work alone. Play and see your creation on the Smartboard too!

Team and individual challenges will be offered as well as free-style. It doesn’t matter if you have never played or are an expert, the only question is: Are you ready?

Parents: Minecraft can help develop many skills including critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and spatial sense. A differ-ent skill is picked each week to focus upon, introduced through a chal-lenge.

*If a student brings his/her own de-vice, the school is not responsible if it is lost or stolen. Students are welcome to drop off their device in Mr. Wick’s room (351) in the morning.Instructor(s): Wickenheiser, Brian

If your child will not be attending an after school club they are registered for, Please notify Community

Education (879-4038)so we are not looking for you child at the end of the day. Thank you!

Savannah’s Pottery – Mother’s Day CupGrades 1-6Date: 04/17/2014 3:30PM - 4:30PM Esko Schools - S101 ArtCost: $ 15.00Description: Make a 3 piece stem cups and base for your mom on Mother’s Day! Instructor(s): Roen, Michelle

Savannah’s Pottery – Mother’s Day Mug - Grades 1-6Date: 04/28/2014 3:30PM - 4:30PM Esko Schools - S101 ArtCost: $ 13.00Description: Make a great mug for your special mom on Mother’s Day!

Tennis Club – Grades 3-6Dates: 04/28/2014 3:30PM - 4:30PM Esko Schools - Cafeteria

04/30/2014 3:30PM - 4:30PM Esko Schools - Cafeteria05/05/2014 3:30PM - 4:30PM Esko Schools - Cafeteria05/07/2014 3:30PM - 4:30PM Esko Schools - Cafeteria

Cost: $ 12.00Instructor(s): Johnson, CyndeeDescription: Grades 3-6, join us for tennis! Students will learn the fundamentals of tennis, get to prac-tice, and have a blast! Rackets are provided, but you can bring your own rackets if you wish!


REGISTRATION - COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Name: ________________________________________________

Address: ______________________________________________

City: ___________________________ Zip: ________________

Home Phone: ________________ Work Phone: _______________

Email:________________________________________________For Esko Comm. Ed. classes-Esko students please include:

Grade:______Teacher:__________________Birthdate:_________

Class: ________________________________________________ Cost: ___________

Class: ________________________________________________ Cost: ___________ Total Enclosed: $__________

Please send this form, with payment to the appropriateCommunity Education Office as listed above.

Esko Adult Community Education Classes

WHERE TO REGISTER: Please note the location of the class you are registering for and send it to the appropriate place with a check made out to the correct program!

ESKO CLOQUET P.O. Box 10 509 Carlton Ave.Esko, MN 55733 Cloquet, MN 55720Phone#: 879-4038 Phone#: 879-1261

CARLTON WRENSHALL P.O. Box 310 207 Pioneer DriveCarlton, MN 55718 Wrenshall, MN 55797Phone#: 384-4464 Phone#: 384-4274 ext. 1410

Boy Scouts of America Esko Troop 152

42nd Annual Palm Sunday Pancake Breakfast April 13, 8 a.m. – Noon

Eskomo Pizza Pies Esko, MN Hwy 61 and Thomson Road

Tickets: $5.00 for adults, $4.00 for seniors, children 12 and under Families $20.00, children 5 and under - Free

Breakfast includes: pancakes, sausage, applesauce, coffee, milk, & orange juice

Our 61th

anniversary &

42nd ANNUAL PANCAKE

BREAKFAST

RETIRE WITH CONFIDENCEBeginning Date: 03/20/2014 6:00PM - 7:30PM Esko Schools - S132Cost: $ 0.00Description: This workshop addresses six key risks that retirees face, includ-ing outliving your income and rising health care costs. You will learn how to turn your retirement concerns into confidence.Instructor(s): Hallgren, Nathan and Terrio-Johnson, Kyle

SMART DRIVER PROGRAM (FORMERLY 55 ALIVE) - REFRESHER COURSEDate: 04/07/2014 5:00PM - 9:00PM - Esko Schools - S144Cost: $15 payment can be made to AARP at the class. Non members fee is $20.Description: This is a four hour course for those who have taken the class before. An insurance discount is usually given for those who have taken this class. You must pre-register by calling 879-4038. Instructor(s): Defensive Driving, AARP

SOCIAL SECURITY: STRATEGIzE TO MINIMIzEBeginning Date:05/06/2014 6:00PM - 7:30PM Esko Schools - S132Cost: $ 0.00Description: Mistakes involving Social Security can be costly, but we can provide the guidance you need. THis workshop will help you sort through your questions and help wnsure the choices you make are tailored to your needs.Instructor(s):Hallgren, Nathan and Terrio-Johnson, Kyle

zAP THE ACT SEMINAR03/31/2014 6:30PM - 9:00PM -Esko Schools - S13204/01/2014 6:30PM - 9:00PM - Esko Schools - S132$ 79.00 – REGISTER ONLINE at www.zaps.comMany colleges require the ACT College Entrance Test as one of the criteria for admission. We have arranged a 5-hour seminar for your son or daughter to become more familiar with the ACT college entrance exam to hopefully help them improve their test scores. Your son or daughter could benefit from even a small score increase in the highly competitive college entrance selec-tion process. This is a seminar for students of all ability levels. Experience indicates that students who take our company’s ACT seminar achieve a 1-5 point score increase. ZAPS Learning company will be sending letters to all members of the Junior Class with more details and registration information. DO NOT register for this class through Community Education. You can visit the ZAPS Educational Seminar website at www.Zaps.com for more informa-tion and to register.

zUMBADates: 03/17/2014 5:45PM - 6:45PM - Esko Schools - Cafeteria

03/31/2014 5:45PM - 6:45PM - Esko Schools - Cafeteria04/07/2014 5:45PM - 6:45PM - Esko Schools - Cafeteria04/14/2014 5:45PM - 6:45PM - Esko Schools - Cafeteria04/21/2014 5:45PM - 6:45PM - Esko Schools - Cafeteria04/28/2014 5:45PM - 6:45PM - Esko Schools - Cafeteria

Cost: $ 30.00Description: The Zumba (one hour class) fitness cardio workout combines Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves that will make you forget you’re even working out! Our goal is simple...we want you to be healthy, to love working out and to enjoy one exciting hour of calorie burning, body energiz-ing movements meant to be enjoyed throughout your life at any age! Instructor(s): Vandervierer, Melinda


Area Opportunities

7th Annual

Save our Hooterz Fun RunThis is a non-competitive fun run/walk, to raise funds for the

Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.

Saturday May 3rd, 2014

9:00am

*Registration begins at 8:00am*Cloquet High School, Football Field

(22nd St. parking lot)

Cloquet, MN 55720

Questions? Please email Becky Masessa at: [email protected]

UW-Superior is offering a summer program for 6th-12th grade students who love the art of theatre and want to expand their knowledge and skills. This program will feature a full range of classes and workshops taught by university faculty, local professionals, and theatre students from UWS. Get hands-on experience both on and off stage in our multiple theater spaces, scene shop, costume shop, Video labs and more!The program will run Monday-Friday, 12:30 – 5:00 pm, June 16-27(subject to public schools being out for summer)

Cost is $150.00Limited Space AvailableUpon completion of the Camp, Students will take part in a theatrical presentation conceived and created during the Camp experience.

For information and/or application: [email protected].

Thomson Township Community Garden Raised 4ft. by 12 ft. Community garden beds can be rented at the community garden located behind the Thomson Town Hall, 25 E. Harney Road, Esko. Beds, Tools & Water are available to renters. The fee will be $20 per bed / $ 10 if you’ve previously rented a bed. Contact the Town Office at 879-9719 to put your name on the list to secure a bed(s).

Advantage Emblem Presents

Arrowhead Youth Soccer’s Kick it Forward Duluth Soccer Fair Sunday, April 27, 2014

Duluth Heritage Sports Center, 120 South 30th Ave West, Duluth

Featuring

Learn soccer skills from the pros! Members of Minnesota’s professional soccer team will teach and demonstrate soccer skills

1 PM to 3 PM All Ages Welcome

And then….Put those skills to the test!

AYSA SOCCER SKILLS CONTEST Boys and Girls ages 8 -13 can compete in a variety of soccer skills

3 PM – 5 PM Awards for high scores in each age group

The Kick it Forward Soccer Fair also features: Street Soccer! A small sided tournament on the turf. Information at www.arrowheadsoccer.com Information on great soccer programs including AYSA, DRSL (adult soccer) East Select Soccer, Gitchi

Gummi Soccer, the Duluth Vaxjo Soccer Exchange, and local college soccer programs. Gifts and prizes Silent Auction featuring great soccer items Vendor displays Great deals on soccer stuff from Play It Again Sports and others Information for players interested in college soccer

Free will donations to AYSA’s low-income programs requested. Event Sponsors Include: Advantage Emblem, Duluth Heritage Sports Center, Nextera Communications, Play It Again

Sports, Clyde Iron, Essentia Health, KDLH, Interstate Studio – Enstroms Studios


ECFE CLASS FEES: Families pay what they can best afford. Those who are unable to pay are still welcome. Annual Income ECFE Fee/Semester $50,000 + Full Price $30,000 - $50,000 10% discount $10,000 - $30,000 25% discount under $10,000 50% discount

ECFE & School Readiness

Esko ECFEEsko Community Education, P.O.Box 10, Esko, MN 55733

Class________________________________________________Cost______________________

Child’s Name_______________________________________________________________Birthdate___________________________________________________________________Parent/Guardian’s Name(s)_______________________________________________Address_____________________________________City/ip________________________Home Phone__________________________ Work Phone_______________________Email__________________________________ Cell Phone_________________________Please list any special needs or allergies:______________________________________________________________________________________________________________Please make checks payable to Esko Community Education. Registrations can be dropped off in the Community Education office or mailed to the above address. You will need to register for each semester. Thank You!

Total Enclosed______________________ Check #___________To register online visit www.esko.k12.mn.us

Many ECFE students are excited to experience their 1st Bus Ride!

A Great Time was had at Hartley Nature Center!

ESKO COMMUNITY EASTER

EGG HUNT Sunday, April 6, 2014 Esko School Cafeteria

3:00 – 4:15pm Many Fun Activities!

4:15pm Egg Hunt

Designed for 2 to 6 year olds. All ages are welcomed!

Join in on the Family Fun!!! $5 per family

All proceeds go toward Esko ECFE

For more information, call 879-4038 or e-mail [email protected]

Early Childhood ScreeningATTENTION FAMILIES of 3 and 4 year olds...

Early Childhood Screening will take place on Thursday, April 3rd.If you have not received registration information in the mail, please

contact Esko Community Education at 879-4038.

NO SCHOOL READINESSMarch 21-March 28

SCHOOL READINESS CONFERENCES3’s: April 29th4’s AM: April 30th4’s PM: May 1st

NO BUSSING TO SCHOOL ON APRIL 4TH!!!

SNOWSHOEING AT HARTLEY

ECFE Adventures

Watch for upcoming Fall classes in the May issue of Esko’s Corner.

*Leap-N-Learn*On the Move Mondays

*Tiny Tots*Evening Adventures

*A New Day With Baby


Winterquist Elementary NewsElementary NewsBy Brian Harker Save the date

Elementary Spring Program! Featuring all 1st-6th graders on

Thursday, May 22nd at 6:30.I m p o r t a n t Dates:

Thursday, April 3: Early Childhood Screenings – all day – Apostolic

Friday, April 4: No School For 2013-2014 Kindergarten students2014-2015 Kindergarten Visiting Day

Monday, April 14: PIE Meeting – Library – 6:30

Friday, April 18: No School

Monday, April 28-May 2: Grades 3-6 – MCA Reading

Monday, May 5-May 9: Grades 3-6 –MCA Math

MCA TestingThe MCA testing season is among us for grades 3-6. Our students in grades 3-6 will take the MCA Reading Test on April 28-May 2. The MCA Math Test will be administered on May 5-9. The MCA Science Test will be on May 14 for 5th graders only.It is very important that the students get a good night’s sleep each night and that they eat a healthy breakfast in the morning. Please help ensure that your child is rested and prepared for each and every school day. Also

avoid appointments or family trips on these testing dates. It’s imperative that the students are here on these days.

Elementary Teacher RequestsWe will follow the same process as we did last year for Teacher Requests. There is a Teacher Request Form that will need to be filled out if you wish to request a teacher for your child for next year. This form can be picked up in the elementary office. One form will need to be completed for each teacher request (one per student). This form must be completed in full and turned into the office by Thursday, May 1st. There may be some cases in which a teacher request cannot be accommodated. Requests made after May 1st will not be granted.

Morning Drop-offPolicy under School Hours in the Elementary Student Handbook states:Students are not to be in the school buildings before 7:45 a.m. or after 3:30 p.m. unless they are under the direct supervision of a teacher or coach. Students are not to be in the hallways or school commons area after 3:30 without staff supervision. Student rides should be arranged accordingly. The buildings are closed to students on weekends and vacations unless a teacher or coach is present and has scheduled the use of the building through the Community Education Office. One of my favorite activities

in my role as elementary counselor here at Winterquist Elementary is de-livering classroom guidance lessons. When I am in the classroom, all the students get to meet me and become familiar with me and what my role as counselor is here at school. I also get to reach the entire grade level with important information that they can use throughout their lives. In the months of March and April, I will be spending time with the Kindergarten and Fifth grades.

In the Kindergarten class-rooms I am delivering classroom les-sons using the Second Step curricu-lum. This curriculum is designed to teach skills in empathy, impulse control and calming one’s self down during times of anger or frustration. One of the goals of the program is to help children identify feelings in themselves and others, and ulti-mately teach them pro-social skills so they become more skilled in their interactions with others. Another goal of the curriculum is to help the Kindergartners become healthy and independent problem solvers. By learning these skills, the Kindergart-ners will affect their learning here at school in a positive manner.

In the Fifth grade classrooms the curriculum is Life Skills Train-ing. The goal of this curriculum is to promote health and personal de-velopment. The curriculum includes lessons on topics such as self-esteem and goal setting, decision-making, communication, dealing with stress and smoking information. While the majority of the lessons are focused on general life skills, intent of the cur-riculum is to prevent youth from us-ing tobacco, alcohol and other drugs. At the Fifth grade level, the health consequences of using tobacco are taught. The curriculum does not specifically address the health risks of using alcohol or other drugs. The topic of alcohol or drug use is dis-cussed by letting the students know that the techniques they could use to refuse tobacco can also be used to re-fuse alcohol or other drugs.

I am excited to be given the opportunity to present these valu-able lessons to the Kindergartners and Fifth graders. I appreciate the classroom teachers for allowing me to take some of their class time to present this information. If parents have any questions about the curricu-lum used in the classroom, they may contact me with their questions.

Guidance Lessons in the Elementary ClassroomsChristine Ringat, elementary counselor

Get Ready for Kindergarten!

Important Dates: (For families with students entering Kindergarten in

the Fall of 2014)

Kindergarten Round-up (Parent Informational Meeting)

Tuesday, April 1, 2014 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

Kindergarten Visiting Day (For Students and Parents)

Friday, April 4, 2014

Get Ready for Kindergarten Night- “Magic of Math”

Tuesday, May 6, 2014 from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

“Get Ready for Kindergarten”

To register call Julie at 879-3361option 3—NO CHARGE!

Come experience

“The Magic of Math”

Tuesday, May 6 6:00—7:00 pm

We will meet in Kari Knutson’s room #203—Free sibling Care


Lincoln High School NewsEsko High School NewsBy Greg Hexum

Scholarships for post-secondary study in fields related to communications and/or business have been announced by the Floy Gilman Scheidler Scholarship Foundation for 2014-15. The $2000 scholarships will be awarded in May 2014 and are renewable for three years for a total of $8,000. Application forms are available from the counselor’s offices at Carlton County high schools. Completed applications are due by April 17, 2014.Applicants must be in the top 50 percent of a Carlton County high school graduating class and have earned a grade point of 3.0 or higher. Residents of Carlton County who have previously graduated from a Carlton County high school or earned a GED or have been home schooled are also eligible to apply. In addition to school achievement, applicants should show participation in extra-curricular activities, community volunteer work and/or employment. Financial need is a consideration.The Scheidler Scholarship Foundation was established in 1999 by Floy Bud Dickison and Ona Maurita Scheidler in member of their mother with the intent of helping student pursue post-secondary education in fields of study related to communications and/or business.

Fine Arts Night Awards NightJoin us for our annual celebration of the Fine Arts of Esko Senior High on Sunday, May 18, 2014 starting at 6:00 pm in the school auditorium. This is a spectacular evening featuring performances by vocalists and instru-mentalists, as well as viewing of exceptional art work. An award ceremony for the fall play, one act play, and the art and music departments will round out this evening. As always your ticket will include the most dedicate des-serts and gourmet coffee our community has come to enjoy.

Tickets will be sold at the door.

Actors needed! CLIMB Theater will be here this summer teaching a one week work-shop on theatre skills. Students will learn wordless plays on important community building topics such as bullying, intergenerational gaps, conflict, family time, and manners. They will also learn hip-hop dance and busking. The short plays and dances they learn will be performed at Esko Fun Days.

Dates students need to commit to:

August 4-8 (rehearsal)

August 9 (perform at Esko Fun Day)

Interested students in grades 9-12 should see Christina in the Com-munity Education Office. The first 12 students to express interest will be able to participate. There is not a cost to students as this is funded by a grant through CLIMB Theatre.

We are also looking for an adult to supervise (not teach, just be available to oversee things) during the rehearsal times. Contact Christina Walther at 879-4038.

Floy Gilman Scheidler Scholarship

Hey Parents! It’s time to continue planning the All Night Grad Party! Join us…WE NEED MANY HELPERS! We need all parents available to help in any way. Particular help is needed with:

Decorating the night of Graduation Helping in the Security Room Clean-up crew

To volunteer or get more information contact Sandy Rengo, 390-2976 or Christina Walther, 878-1246

Monday, April 14 6:30 pm – Room S100

Upcoming are the following very important dates to know for you and your students:

March 14---End of Quarter 3

March 24 - 28 -Spring Break (No School)

April 3---High School Conferences (3:30 to 7:00)• March conferences will take place in the varsity gymnasium.

April 21--- Student Make-up Snow Day

This spring, Esko High School will be practicing campus-wide lockdown drills. Like fire drills, lock-downs are designed to train students and staff on emergency procedures, and they are required by law. The

following school policy outlines our procedures:LOCK DOWN DRILLS—Minnesota Law requires public schools to practice school-wide lock down drills. When students are informed via intercom that a lockdown is in effect, they must:• P r o c e e d immediately to the nearest open classroom. • Proceed to the nearest office if they are locked out of classrooms (or are in the high school commons area).• Remain quiet to ensure that adults can get their attention if necessary and to simulate what would be required in the event of an actual lock down.• Remain in lock down mode until “All Clear” has been announced via intercom.Staff will lock doors, pull shades, turn out lights, and move students away from windows. Other policy for review:PHOTOGRAPHS--- No photographs/audio/video are to be taken at Esko High School without

the consent of school administration. All photographs taken on school property or at school events are subject to administrative review. Where applicable, any student who takes a photograph or records audio/video during the regular school day, without appropriate permission, will be disciplined.

STUDENT DRESS—Students are expected to use good taste in their dress. Students will not be allowed to present themselves at school in any manner which causes a disturbance or distraction. Shirts that expose the waist and midriff, or muscle shirts, and tank tops are inappropriate. Items of clothing that promote alcohol, tobacco and drugs, or are sexually or are anti socially suggestive will not be acceptable. Students will not be allowed to wear caps, bandannas, hoods or head coverings during the school day. The only exception will be on specified dress up days, or an allowance for illness resulting in hair loss.Our school policy does not include specifications regarding minimum

length of shorts and skirts or maximum depth of necklines on shirts. The policy is designed for flexibility in accommodating changing fashions and the appropriateness issues that come with ever-changing student dress. Please be mindful of what your child is wearing to school each day. Outfits that may be cute and appropriate for out-of-school activities may not be appropriate for school. As the temperatures in Northeastern Minnesota rise, please be mindful in monitoring your student’s dress, especially for excessively revealing apparel and questionable t-shirt subject matter (two issues that commonly lead to problems for teens). Students are not permitted to carry backpacks to and from classes, nor into the cafeteria. Backpacks are to be left in student lockers between the hours of 8:15 and 3:15, with exceptions made for transporting clothing to and from physical education class or by special permission of the high school principal.


From Our School BoardThe Esko Board of Education, Independent School District No. 99, Esko, Minnesota, held their regular board meeting on Tuesday, January 7, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. in the board conference room. Members present: Julian Bertogliat, Rick Liljegren, Scott Powers, Lynn McComber, Jeff Salo, Margaret Sunnarborg, and Superintendent Aaron Fischer. Member absent: None.Call the Meeting to OrderActing Chairperson Julian Bertogliat called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.Approval of AgendaMoved by Jeff Salo, second by Scott Powers to approve the agenda as amended. Motion carried by unanimous vote.Election of OfficersChairperson Julian Bertogliat called for nominations for Board officers. Call for nominations for Board Chair.Julian Bertogliat nominated Rick Liljegren for the position of Board Chair. As no other nominations were received, Rick Liljegren was elected Board Chairperson by acclamation. Call for nominations for Vice-Chairperson.Rick Liljegren nominated Julian Bertogliat for the position of Vice-Chairperson. As no other nominations were received, Julian Bertogliat was elected Vice-Chairperson by acclamation. Call for nominations for Clerk. Scott Powers nominated Jeff Salo for the position of Clerk. As no other nominations were received, Jeff Salo was elected Clerk by acclamation. Call for nominations for Treasurer.Jeff Salo nominated Lynn McComber for the position of Treasurer. Lynn McComber nominated Margaret Sunnarborg for the position of Treasurer. Margaret Sunnarborg declined the nomination. As no other nominations were received, Lynn McComber was elected Treasurer by acclamation.Approval of Consent Agenda ItemsMoved by Jeff Salo, second by Scott Powers to approve the Consent Agenda items as follows:• Approve the minutes of the December 10, 2013 school board meeting.• Approve the checks as follows (all pending Treas. approval):

Date Check #s Total10/31/13 76155-76199 $59,387.8111/4/13 76200 $119.3511/12/13 76201-76272 $104,032.4811/13/13 Void 75679 ($250.00)11/13/13 Void 76153 ($100.00)11/14/13 76273-76277 $183,077.3711/27/13 76278-76350 $118,956.1612/5/13 76351-76352 $1,843.2212/9/13 76353-76399 $64,458.7112/10/13 76400 $1,648.5012/13/13 76401-76402 $671.4012/19/13 76403-76479 $65,233.901/2/14 76480-76481 $12,343.501/7/14 76482-76514 $46,393.87

• Approval of Treasurer’s Report – November 2013.

DatePayroll Type Check’s

Direct Deposits

Electronic Payments Grand Total

11/15/13 Regular $117,561.46 $170,991.12 $91,852.08 $380,404.6611/29/13 Regular $121,799.80 $178,367.57 $95,445.81 $395,613.18

• Approve request from Stephanie Johnson for Semester II Lane Change from BA15 to BA 30.• Accept a grant for PreK to Grade 3 from the Northland Foundation in the amount of $1,000.00.• Accept a donation from Maurices employee contribution program in the amount of $45.00.Motion carried by unanimous vote.Update Signature PlateMoved by Jeff Salo, second by Margaret Sunnarborg to update the signature plate for checks with the signatures of the new Chair and Treasurer. Motion carried by unanimous vote.Approve Designation of Authorized Personnel and Statement RecipientMoved by Jeff Salo, second by Lynn McComber to approve Janet Halonen, Business Manager, Aaron Fischer, Superintendent, and Dawn Mattson, Administrative Assistant as Authorized Personnel and Janet Halonen as the Statement Recipient for the MN School District Liquid Asset Fund+ account. Motion carried by unanimous vote.Act on Setting Salary of School Board MembersMoved by Julian Bertogliat, second by Jeff Salo to keep the meeting rate at $55 for each meeting with a six-month cap of $1,540 per six-month period. BE IT RESOLVED, that all members of the Board of Education of Esko, Independent School District No. 99, are compensated at a rate of $55 for each meeting and/or workshop attended with a cap of $1,540 per six-month period (the same as the present rate and maximum). Members shall be paid semi-annually in June and December of 2014. Motion carried by unanimous vote.

School Board Meeting DatesMoved by Julian Bertogliat, to set 2014 School Board meeting dates as follows: One regular board meeting per month on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. with the following exceptions: one meeting in March on March 18, 2014 (3rd Tuesday), and one meeting in December on December 16, 2014 (3rd Tuesday). The second Tuesday of the month will be reserved for board meetings or work session as needed. Motion carried by the following vote: yea votes by Julian Bertogliat, Rick Liljegren, Lynn McComber, Jeff Salo, and Margaret Sunnarborg; nay vote by Scott Powers.Approval of Depositories for School District Funds for 2014Moved by Julian Bertogliat, second by Jeff Salo to approve depositories for district funds for 2014 as follows: MSDLAF/US Bank, Lake State Credit Union, Northwoods Credit Union, PMA/MN Trust/Associated Bank, and Wells Fargo Brokerage Service/Wells Fargo, Republic Bank, Members Cooperative Credit Union. Motion carried by unanimous vote.Approval of School Newspaper for 2014Moved by Jeff Salo, second by Lynn McComber to approve the Cloquet Pine Journal as the official school newspaper for legal publications for 2014. Motion carried by unanimous vote.Approval of District Attorneys for 2014Moved by Lynn McComber, second by Scott Powers to approve Rudy & Associates and Ratwik, Rozak, and Maloney, and Rupp, Anderson, Squires & Waldspurger, P.A. as district attorneys of record for 2014. Motion carried by unanimous vote.Committee Assignments for 2014Moved by Julian Bertogliat, second by Jeff Salo, the following committee assignments:• Finance Committee of the whole• Certified Negotiators R Liljegren, J Bertogliat, L McComber • Non-certified Negotiators J Salo, S Powers, M Sunnarborg• Community Education L McComber, R Liljegren/Alternate • Special Education S Powers, A Fischer/Alternate• MSHSL Governing Board J Bertogliat• Town Board Liaison Chair/Vice Chair/Alternate• Township Recreation Board J Bertogliat, L McComber/ Alternate• Economic Development S Powers• Staff Development J Salo, S Powers/Alternate• Safety B Bertogliat, M Sunnarborg/ Alternate• Technology R Liljegren, J Bertogliat/Alternate• Facilities S Powers, J Salo• Policy R Liljegren, M Sunnarborg, J Salo• Wellness L McComber, M Sunnarborg• Curriculum Advisory R Liljegren, J Bertogliat• Health Insurance Committee L McComber, R Liljegren, J Bertogliat/Alternate & Committee of the Whole • North Field Site Committee J Bertogliat, R Liljegren, J Salo• Meet & Confer R Liljegren (Chair), J Bertogliat (Vice-Chair)Motion carried by unanimous vote.Approval of Authorization to Perform EFTMoved by Julian Bertogliat, second by Lynn McComber to authorize business manager and district administrative assistant to perform electronic fund transfers. Motion carried by unanimous vote.Approval of Resolution Limiting the Enrollment of NonResident Pupils in its Schools or Programs Moved by Jeff Salo, second by Margaret Sunnarborg to approve a resolution limiting the enrollment of nonresident pupils (Copy of Resolution on file in the office of the Supt.). Motion carried by unanimous vote.1. One percent (1%) of the total enrollment at each grade level in the district; or2. The number of district residents at that grade level enrolled in a nonresident district.Accept Letter of Resignation from Elizabeth Stark, School NurseMoved by Julian Bertogliat, second by Jeff Salo to accept a letter of resignation from Elizabeth Stark, school nurse, effective December 13, 2013 and approve to post the resulting vacancy. Motion carried by unanimous vote.Discussion: Accepting Resignations and Resulting VacanciesDiscussion was heard regarding how to handle resignations and the resulting vacancies with regard to timing and school board meeting dates, etc. A

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Around TownMINUTESTOWN BOARD MEETINGFEBRUARY 6, 2014Present: Terry Hill, Tony Compo, Ruth Janke, Bill Gerard, Rhonda Peleski, David Pritchett Absent: David SunnarborgChairperson Hill called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Board Room at the Town Hall. Compo made a motion to accept the minutes of the previous meeting. Second by Gerard. Motion carried. Compo made a motion to approve the current vouchers in the amount of $ 14,783.45 (Check #’s 39118-39156) to pay payroll and due bills and electronic payments in the amount of $ 6,242.00. Second by Janke. Motion carried. Ellen Pillsbury, ARDC, and Mike Tardy, County Engineer, were present to discuss the recent Safe Routes to Schools grant application. The local match amount originally listed on the application was incorrect. The 20 % required match will be $90,000 to extend the walking path from Maple Drive to Korby Road. A motion was made by Gerard with a second by Compo to amend resolution # 14-01 to change the local match amount from $70,000 to $ 90,000. Motion carried. Discussion continued on other grants that can be applied for to help with the required local match. The Carlton County Board has already approved the agreement with the Township to act as fiscal agent. Tardy outlined some of the other requirements in the agreement. Carlton County provided construction engineering on the 2013 walking path project. They will not do that this time. The agreement also requires that the Town provide snow removal on the trail. Tardy will verify that snow removal is required as part of the grant and report back to the Board. Peleski requested the Board review the wages for the janitor/building maintenance position. A motion was made by Janke with a second by Gerard to approve an increase of $ 1.00 per hour for that position. Motion carried. Two applications were received for the Saturday shift at the recycling shed. Both applicants will be interviewed. A meeting is being planned with State Representative Mike Sundin and a representative from Representative Rick Nolan’s office. The purpose is to discuss the possibility of bringing municipal water to the area and funding assistance. Compo reported that the fire department will be testing applicants for future hiring. Compo reported on the Recreation Council meeting he held. The hockey association is in need of storage space and is looking for funding to construct a storage building. A DNR outdoor recreation grant will be looked into. Financial reports were received from the Esko Soccer Association. A motion was made by Compo with a second by Janke to approve the allocation of $ 1,500 for the Esko Soccer Association from the Recreation Fund. Motion carried. A motion to adjourn was made at 7:40 p.m. by Gerard with a second by Janke. Motion carried.

FEBRUARY 20, 2014Present: Terry Hill, Tony Compo, Ruth Janke, Bill Gerard, Rhonda Peleski, David Pritchett Absent: David Sunnarborg Chairperson Hill called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Board Room at the Town Hall. Janke made a motion to accept the minutes of the previous meeting with a correction. Second by Gerard. Motion carried. Gerard made a motion to approve the current vouchers in the amount of $ 60,052.14 (Check #’s 39157-39192) to pay payroll and due bills and electronic payments in the amount of $ 3,517.22. Second by Janke. Motion carried. January receipts in the amount of $ 64,984.19 and January fund balances were reviewed. Discussion was held on the Safe Routes to Schools grant. The grant does require that a reasonable effort is needed for snow removal. Discussion was held on building a trail without the grant and about the possibility of making a gravel trail to be paved at some point in the future. This would eliminate most of the engineering fees as well as the snow removal requirement. Gerard will arrange a meeting with County Commissioner Marv Bodie to discuss the Town’s concerns. Peleski provided a draft of the 2013 Annual Statement along with the 2014 tax levy and capital improvement plan. It was asked that the Board review the information before the budget meeting on Monday.

Hill reported on a meeting he and Peleski attended at the Esko School. Others present included representatives from Representative Rick Nolan’s office and Senator Al Franken’s office. The purpose of the meeting was to ask for their assistance in finding funding for a municipal water supply. Compo reported that the fire department interviews and testing of applicants is complete. The department will be presenting a list of new members soon for the Board’s approval. Peleski provided an update on parties interested in lots in the business park.A motion to adjourn was made at 7:02 p.m. by Compo with a second by Janke. Motion carried.Respectfully submitted, Rhonda Peleski, Clerk/Treasurer Terry Hill, ChairpersonTown of Thomson

THOMSONS TOWNSHIP INFO

RECYCLING SHED HOURSThe recycling center is located at the Town Hall at 25 E. Harney Road. The hours of operation are:November 1 thru March 31: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 3:00 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.April 1 thru October 31: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Please do not leave items at the facility when it is unattended.

DOG AND CAT LICENSES ARE REQUIREDAll dogs and cats within Thomson Township must be licensed. Licenses can be obtained at the Thomson Town Hall, 25 E. Harney Road, Esko or Friends of Animals, 1418 Highway 33 South, Cloquet.Fees are: $ 5.50 for a spayed or neutered animal $ 10.50 for an animal not spayed or neutered.These licenses are good for 2 years. Please call the Town Office at 879-9719 if you have any questions.The Town does have a leash - running at large ordinance. All animals must be under their owner’s control at all times and not on neighboring properties.

Animal control is provided by Friends of Animals in Cloquet. They can be reached at 879-1655.

CURFEW FOR MINORSJust a reminder that there is a curfew ordinance for minors in Thomson Township. “Curfew hours” are 11:00 p.m. on Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, and 12:00 midnight on Fridays and Saturdays, until 6:00 a.m. the following day.A minor for the purpose of this ordinance means any person under 18 years of age.You can view a copy of the entire ordinance on our website or at the Town Office.

TOWN BOARD MEETINGSThe Town of Thomson Board of Supervisors holds their regular meetings on the first and third Thursdays of each month at 6:30 p.m. The meetings are held in the Town Board Room at the Town Hall, 25 E. Harney Road.

thomson.govoffice.comCheck out the Town’s website. You’ll find it at thomson.govoffice.com

TOWN HALL RENTALSRemember: The Town Hall is available for private rentals. Contact the Town Office at 879-9719 for details.

THOMSON TOWN OFFICEThe Thomson Town Office is located

School Lunch Menu


April 2014 View student’s meal accounts on Parent Portal www.esko.k12.mn.us

School Lunch/Breakfast Prices:

Lunch:Grades 1-6 $2.00Grade 7-12 $2.10Adults $3.25Reduced Lunch $.40Milk $.30

Breakfast:Grades K-12 $1.00Adult $1.55Reduced Breakfast $.00Milk $.30

Please send check in an envelope labeled with exactly what is being purchased. Lactose reduced milk will be provided to a student upon written request from a parent/guardian.

Breakfast is served from 7:50 - 8:10 amNo Charging Meals

Alternate menu for grades 7-12 only. Subject to change.Daily ala carte options available for grades 9-12.

resolution will be drafted and acted upon at a future meeting to provide for the handling of these matters.Approve the Hire of LeAnn ButlerMoved by Julian Bertogliat, second by Jeff Salo to approve the hire of LeAnn Butler as school nurse effective January 6, 2014. Motion carried by unanimous vote.Accept Letter from Jennifer Boese Requesting a Family Medical LeaveMoved by Julian Bertogliat, second by Lynn McComber to accept a letter from Jennifer Boese requesting a family medical leave. Motion carried by unanimous vote.Policy Updates - First Readings• 406 – Public and Private Personnel Data• 414 – Mandated Reporting of Child Neglect or Abuse• 503 – Student Attendance• 506 – Student Discipline• 509 – Enrollment of Nonresident Students• 515 – Protection and privacy of Pupil Records• 516 – Student Medication• 521 – Student Disability Nondiscrimination• 532 – Removing Students with IEPs from SchoolThe policies will be brought to a future meeting for another First Reading.Administrative ReportsBoard Committee Reports:• Julian Bertogliat – Building walk-through on December 19.

APRIL 2014MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

1 Polish/Bun, Mac& Cheese, GreenBeans, FreshVeggies, FruitSauce, Milk. Alt:Hot Roast Beef &Cheddar Burger

2 Chicken WildRice Soup, TurkeySandwich,Crackers, FreshVeg/Dip, Orange,Milk. Alt: Taco in aBag

3 "Lunch Brunch"French ToastSticks, SausageLinks, Tri Tater,Hard Boiled Egg,Juice Cup, Milk.Alt: Chicken Strips

4 Cheese orPepperoni Pizza,Romaine LettuceSalad, SteamedBroccoli, FreshFruit, Milk. Alt:Foot Long Hot Dog

7 Corn Dog, SweetPotato Tots, BakedBeans, Bread, SB& J, Fresh Fruit,Milk. Alt:Soup/Sandwich

8 Hamburger/Bun,Cheese Slice,Lettuce/Tomato,SteamedBroccoli &Cauliflower, FreshVeggie Cup, FruitSauce, Milk. Alt:Salad Bar

9HamburgerHelperCheeseburgerMacaroni, BreadStick, WholeKernal Corn,Frozen Fruit Bar,Milk. Alt: MeatballSub

10 Egg Rolls,Vegetable FriedRice, Stir FryVeggies,Pineapple Tidbits,Fortune Cookie,Milk. Alt: Soft ShellTaco

11 Fish Fillet orHam & CheeseSub,Lettuce/Tomato,Pickle Spear, ColeSlaw, Fresh Fruit,Milk. Alt: ShrimpPoppers

14 Fish Sticks,AuGratin Potatoes,Peas & Carrots,Bread/SB & J,Fresh Fruit, Milk.Alt:Soup/Sandwich

15 Hot Dog/Bun,Baked Beans,Potato Salad,Chips, FreshVeggie Cup, FruitSauce, Milk. Alt:Salad Bar

16 Turkey Gravy,Whipped Potatoes,Mixed Veggies,Biscuit, CranberrySauce, Milk. Alt:Philly Sandwich

17 Hot Ham &Cheese/Bun,Sweet PotatoFries, CaliforniaVeggie Mix,Romaine Salad,Fruited Jello, Milk.Alt: Mini RoundPizza

18 NO SCHOOL

21 SloppyJoe/Bun, CheeseSlice, WholeKernal Corn, BabyCarrots/Dip, FreshFruit, Milk. Alt:Soup/Sandwich

22 Chicken Patty/Bun, Crinkle Fries,Mixed Vegetables,Fresh Veggie Cup,Fruit Sauce, Milk.Alt: Lasagna Roll-Up

23 BeefStroganoff, BreadStick, CottageCheese, GreenBeans, Apple,Milk. Alt: Salad Bar

24 Ribette/Bun,Potato Smiles,Peas & Carrots,Veggie Cup,Applesauce, Milk.Alt: Chicken Fajita

25 Cheese orPepperoni Pizza,Spring Salad Mix,Steamed Broccoli,Fresh Fruit, Milk.Alt: Pizza Sticks

28 Mini CornDogs, Tater Tots,Baked Beans,Dinner Roll, FreshFruit, Milk. Alt:Soup/Sandwich

29 Pizza Burger/Bun, Oven Fries,Steamed Carrots,Fresh Veggie Cup,Fruit Sauce, Milk.Alt: Salad Bar

30 Chicken NoodleSoup, BolognaSandwich,Goldfish Crackers,Fresh Veg/Dip,Fresh Fruit, Milk.Alt: Burger Bar

Superintendent’s Report• Supt. Fischer provided an enrollment update. • Community Planning Event: Bruce Miles will be coming on 1/21/14 at 6:30 p.m. to meet with community members and he will meet on 1/22/14 at 5:00 p.m. with the Board and administration.• The superintendent’s computer crashed and the maintenance computer crashed. An updated software system is needed for maintenance.• There was a stuck lavatory at the new facility which caused the well to drain and some dirt to get into the system, causing damage to one water heater.• The cold weather has caused several univents to freeze up.• A problem was found with the fire damper system.• Two additional days were lost from this year’s school calendar due to the cold weather.AdjournmentThere being no further business, moved by Jeff Salo, second by Scott Powers to adjourn at 8:46 p.m. Motioned carried by unanimous vote.Jeff Salo, Clerk

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