Good afternoon 9th grade parents,

Please read this  2022 Middle School letter which informs you of an opportunity to add certain courses taken in 7th or 8th grade to your child's high school (9-12) transcript.   Please be aware that once the grade is put on the transcript, it cannot be removed.

 

If you would like to take advantage of this opportunity, the form enclosed with the letter needs to be returned to ERHS no later than  February 24, 2023. If the form is not received by the deadline, grades will not be put on their high school transcript.

Please return the form to ERHS, Attn: Trish Nelson, or it can be returned electronically via email to patricia.nelson@isd728.org or by fax at 763-241-3440.

If you have any questions, please contact the ERHS counseling office at 763-241-3424.

Thank you,

ERHS Counseling Office

Trish Nelson patricia.nelson@isd728.org

ERHS Administrative Assistant, Registrar

763-241-3424 X8

FAX  763-241-3440

Counselor Team

* Last Names A-Co: Ashley Cloutier, ashley.cloutier@isd728.org

* Last Names Cp-Fd: Jase Meyer, jase.meyer@isd728.org

* Last Names Fe-Ha: Kimberly Davison, kimberly.davison@isd728.org

* Last Names Hb-Le: Michaela Rick, michaela.rick@isd728.org

* Last Names Lf-Pn: Erin Shermak, erin.shermak@isd728.org

* Last Names Po-Sc: Jase Meyer, jase.meyer@isd728.org

* Last Names Sd-Z: Michelle Reimer,michelle.reimer@isd728.org

 900 School Street
Elk River, Minnesota 55330
Main Office: 763.241.3434
Fax: 763.241.3421
www.isd728.org/erhs

October 24, 2022

Dear Parents/Guardians, 

Elk River High School is excited to again offer Job Shadowing Day to our Juniors (Class of 2024)! We want to provide every 11th grade student an opportunity to explore a career interest. This opportunity aligns with ISD 728’s Strategic Plan. We currently provide every 11th grade student with a Mock Interview Day experience and all of our students engage in career assessments.

  

On Thursday, December 15, all Juniors are required to participate in a job shadowing opportunity. Eleventh grade students will not be attending school on this day.  They will report directly to their job shadowing experience(s).  This experience will be a minimum of three hours at one or two different job sites. Students will be required to set up their own job shadowing experience. Forms are due on Thursday, November 10, 2022. 

Students should make contact with someone in a field of their choosing, preferably in a field they are interested in learning more about.  The Chambers of Commerce in Elk River and Rogers have been made aware of this opportunity for ERHS students and are very excited to work with our students.  Here are some questions you and your student may have:

• How will I know what I am interested in doing?  Refer to the interest inventories that you completed in Advisory (or will complete in the coming week). Or have a conversation with your family members, other relatives or other family contacts to narrow your interest. 

• Where do I go? You can go anywhere you want to have this experience.  We ask that you do NOT go to your current job site or with a parent/guardian.  However, if your current employer has a different career option for you to shadow, then it might be appropriate. This is an opportunity for you to shadow someone in a career setting you could possibly see yourself working in someday.  Students are encouraged to experience at least 2 sites.

• Do I have to do this? Yes, it is required of all juniors to participate in this opportunity on December 15.

• Who is responsible for setting up the job shadow? The student is responsible for setting it up.

• Can I shadow my parent/guardian? We would prefer that you do not job shadow a parent/guardian.

• How do I dress?  We would expect that you dress according to the job site’s dress code. Be sure to ask that question. 

• What do I do for lunch? You can bring your own lunch or bring money to go out for lunch.  Again,  this is a great question to ask your job site supervisor.

• Will there be paperwork I have to turn in? Yes, you will be given a packet of information.  You will need to turn in your consent /job shadow contact form to your World History teacher and the evaluation form to your English teacher. Forms are due on November 10, 2022

• What is the purpose of this experience? It is an opportunity for our students to get a feel of what a potential career looks like. They have the opportunity to spend a day talking to people in the field, asking questions about the type of training needed, what the job market looks like and what the job entails. 

• What do I do if I cannot find a job shadow experience? Make an appointment with your counselor ASAP and they will help you.  You can also sign up for Mr. Stueber’s Elk Time sessions for help.

• Can I do my job shadow on a different day than December 15?  We have only scheduled the 15th of December for this activity given the volume of student’s out of the building.

 

• What if I cannot provide transportation?  Many businesses are within walking distance from Elk River High School in many interest areas.

• What happens after the Job Shadowing Day?  Students will be working on an assignment in their Language Arts classes to reflect on their experience and write a professional thank you to community supporters. 

Please make sure you and your student take advantage of this wonderful opportunity. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact either Matt Stueber or Kim Davison. 

Sincerely,

Matt Stueber Kim Davison

Work Based Learning Coordinator College and Career Counselor

matthew.stueber@isd728.org kimberly.davison@isd728.org

ISD 728 Infinite Campus Messenger

FALL CONFERENCES

ERHS Families and Students,  

Elk River High School will be hosting our fall conferences on Monday, October 17th (12-7pm) and Tuesday, October 25th (4-7pm).  

ERHS is excited to offer both a virtual and face-to-face option this year!  

1. Virtual Option

   (via Google Meet) - will be from 4:45-7pm on Monday, October 17th. If you are choosing to do a virtual conference, we invite you to sign up using the following link: https://www.myconferencetime.com/elks. You will receive a confirmation email with a Google Meet link after you reserve a time with a staff member. Please sign up in a timely manner as virtual spots will be limited. 

2. Face-to-Face Option

   - will be from 12-4pm on Monday, October 17th and 4-7pm on Tuesday, October 25th at ERHS. 

Here are a few other things to know:

• College Credit Opportunities Information Night: Monday, October 17

  . The Counseling Office will offer a presentation on ways to earn FREE college credit while attending high school.  Information will include Concurrent Enrollment, Advanced Placement, Articulated College Credit, and Post-Secondary Enrollment Options. This event will be held during fall conferences on October 17th from 5-6PM in the Zabee Theater.

• 11th and 12th grade Financial Aid Information Night

  : Monday, October 17. The ERHS Financial Aid Night will be held during Fall Conferences from 6-7PM in the Zabee Theater on October 17. Basic information about aid programs, eligibility, college cost, and tips on completing the FAFSA will be covered.  Students are encouraged to attend this event with their parents.

• Progress grades will be able to be viewed via Parent or Student Portal by Monday, October 17th. ERHS will not be printing grade reports. 

• If you have questions regarding Parent Portal, please contact parentportal@isd728.org or 763-241-3548. You can also view their website at https://www.isd728.org/parentportal.

• Reminder, students do not have school Monday, October 17 - Friday, October 21, 2022. School resumes on Monday, October 24. 

Thank you for being part of our ERHS community. 

-Elk River High School Administration

Helpful Links:   ERHS Website /    ERHS School Events Calendar/   ERHS Activities Schedules /   ERHS LiveStream Site /   School Lunches Information

Dear Parent/Guardian:
Today our ERHS students attended the College Fair and had the opportunity to visit with a variety of post-secondary programs.  Over 70 programs were represented, ranging from vocational, community and technical programs, as well as 4 year colleges and universities.  Here is a list of schools that were in attendance. Please take time tonight to have a discussion with your students about their experience.  Ask your students what schools they visited, what information they learned that was new or interesting, and what steps they should take next to help them plan for life after high school.  Thank you for partnering with ERHS to help make this event a meaningful experience.

ERHS Parents/Guardians,

ISD 728 Officials have been made aware that there are rumors in the community and on social media about alleged student overdoses at Elk River High School this week.  To alleviate concerns and to provide accurate information, there were no overdoses.

Emergency personnel were called to school yesterday to respond to various student needs, which we recognize is unusual and can cause concern. Students were evaluated and released.

We want to assure you that as part of our practice and protocols, we continue to collaborate with Emergency personnel and appreciate the partnership. 

Greetings!

PSAT/NMSQT results will be ready soon for students who took the PSAT/NMSQT at ERHS in October of 2022. Here’s what students can do next:

• Log in to or if needed, create a CollegeBoard account online to view individual score reports when available on December 5th. ERHS will not be receiving physical copies of your scores.

• Watch this video and view this document, Understanding your PSAT Scores 22/23, as well as explore the CollegeBoard website to help you understand the score report.

• We suggest you also view this slide show for further information on using the score to increase college readiness. 

• MCIS (MN Career Information System) is a great FREE tool to help you prepare for the ACT/SAT.  Students can take free online practice tests and an online course.  Students will access their MCIS account through their ISD 728 Rapid Identity portal. View this document for more information on how to find Test Prep once you are into your MCIS account.

• For 10th grade students who plan to take the PSAT/NMSQT next year as 11th graders, you can also find PSAT/NMSQT test prep materials in your MCIS account!

If you have any questions or trouble accessing your score report, please contact:

Michaela Rick

School Counselor

michaela.rick@isd728.org

(763) 241-3424x2143

You are receiving this message because you/your student are scheduled to take the PSAT test TOMORROW, Wednesday, October 12th. Here are a few reminders for you.

• Check in for the test will start at 7:20am outside of the Zabee Theater

• We will begin testing promptly at 7:45am! Any student who is late will NOT be allowed to test

• Students will eat lunch and return to class following the completion of the test

• Bring a calculator and NON-mechanical #2 pencils

  • Information on approved calculators can be found HERE

• Backpacks and cellphones are not allowed while testing

• Please make sure you have paid the non-refundable $18 testing fee!

If you have questions please contact:

Michaela Rick

School Counselor

michaela.rick@isd728.org

763-241-3424 x2143

Greetings 10th and 11th Grade Students and Families:

You are receiving this message because you/your student have registered for, and are scheduled to take the PSAT test on Wednesday,October 12th. Here are a few reminders and resources for you.

• Check in for the test will start at 7:20am outside of the Zabee Theater
• We will begin testing promptly at 7:45am! Any student who is late will NOT be allowed to test
• Students will eat lunch and return to class following the completion of the test
• Bring a calculator and NON-mechanical #2 pencils
  • Information on approved calculators can be found HERE
• Backpacks and cellphones are not allowed while testing
• Please make sure you have paid the non-refundable $18 testing fee by 10/5!

Even though this is a practice SAT test, if you are an 11th grade student, your score can be used towards eligibility for the National Merit Scholarship Program.

In order to feel best prepared, I have included a few resources for practice tests and tutoring:

1. You should view and/or print the PSAT Student Guide: Student Guide's are also available in the Counseling Office (Will be posted on Schoology when they arrive)

2. Two free PSAT practice tests with answer sheets to download and how to score them yourself. (Be sure to choose the practice tests that say "PSAT/NMSQT") are provided by College Board

3. Free online PSAT preparation courses/lessons, practice tests, and study guides can be found on  KAPLAN!

If you have questions please contact:

Michaela Rick

ERHS School Counselor

michaela.rick@isd728.org

763-241-3424 x2143

Dear Parent/Guardian: 

The MCA/MTAS Individual Student Results (ISRs) have arrived!  If your student took the MCA/MTAS test during the Spring of 2022, those results will be handed out to students during their Advisory class on Monday, October 10, 2022.  

Here is a link for a QUICK GUIDE from MDE to help interpret MCA results.

If you have any questions regarding this test please contact:

Reading and Math test coordinator:

Michelle Reimer

763-241-3424 x6

Science test coordinator:

Michaela Rick

763-241-3424 x4

erhs.counseling@isd728.org

Hello Families, 

Fall Sports Registration for 2022-2023 School Year is now open!  

• See the table below for information for sport specific team meetings, dates and locations.

• Please click on the link to access the ERHS Athletics Website for more information!   ERHS Athletics

• Check Parent Portal to be sure your student's physical form is current (Student's name, Health tab).

• MSHSL Physical Health Form:  MSHSL Form

• Sport specific information - please contact the  Head Coach directly with further questions.

Thank you,

ERHS Activities Department

erhs.activities@isd728.org

763-241-3427

Date	Sport Registration & Team Mtg	Time	Location
8/8	Football	6:00 PM	Zabee Theater
8/9	Girls Soccer  Boys Soccer Girls Tennis  Girls Swim & Dive  Cross Country  Volleyball	6:00 PM 6:00 PM 6:00 PM 6:00 PM 6:00 PM 6:00 PM	Zabee Theater Little Theater Room 134 Media Center Commons Main Gymnasium

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