Crookston Public Schools is committed to excellence in everything that we do. We believe that this commitment to excellence drives innovation and enables us to ensure a challenging and rewarding student experience. Notice of General Election Join our Team Kitchen Helper - Highland Elementary School Elementary Lunchroom and Playground Supervisor Junior High Girls Basketball Coach Asst. Boys Basketball Coach Junior High Boys’ Basketball Coach Asst. Girls’ Basketball Coach P I R A T E N E W S Academics Activities Counseling Course Registration Drivers Education Handbooks Intervention Time Adjustment Multi-Cultural Education Pictures School Supply Lists Services Staff Directory CHS / CMS Middle & High School Grades 6-12 402 Fisher Avenue Crookston, MN 56716 Tel: (218) 281-2144 Fax: (218) 281-4709 Office Hours School Year: 7:30 am to 4:30 pm (Mon - Fri) Summer: 7:00 am to 5:00 pm (Mon - Thurs) Our Schools HES Highland Elementary School Grades Pre-K - 5 801 Central Avenue North Crookston, MN 56716 Tel: (218) 281-5600 Fax: (218) 281-6166 Office Hours School Year: 7:30 am to 4:15 pm (Mon - Fri) Announcements Before & After School Care Daily Schedule (K-5) Daily Schedule (School Readiness) Early Childhood Family Education I Can Statements Kindergarten Standards Multi-Cultural Education Parent/Student Handbook Pictures PTO (Parent Teacher Organization) Registration Pre-K School Supply Lists Staff Directory Testing Schedule Grades 3-5 Title 1 Services Committed to Excellence Find it Fast Academic Calendar Activities Calendar Career Opportunities Frontline Lunch Payments Menus Order a Transcript District Assessment Plan Find it Fast Register a Student School Supply Lists Search Website Skyward (Employee) SmartER Data Request Skyward (Student/Family) Yearbook Central CORE VALUES COMMUNICATION Crookston Public Schools will excel in communicating with students, parents, staff, and community. HIGH EXPECTATIONS Crookston Public Schools will be a place in which high expectations are set for our students and staff. RELATIONSHIPS Crookston Public Schools will excel in building strong relationships with students, families, staff, and community. SUPPORT SYSTEMS Crookston Public Schools will provide a strong system of mental health and academic support for students and families.

Crookston Public School District provides healthy meals everyday. Breakfast Menu. Lunch Menu. Eat United Summer Food Service Program. Local Wellness Policy. Meal Pricing Guildlines. Special Diet Request Form. Free and Reduced Meal Application. PayPams Online Payment. Food Services HES K-5 Lunch Menu MENUS CHS Lunch Menu HES PreK Lunch Menu Application for Educational Benefits Crookston Public School District provides healthy meals every day. Our breakfast, lunch, and a la carte programs meet federal nutrition guidelines. We offer a gluten-free menu and milk substitution for those with food sensitivities. The Special Diet Request Form is required for anyone with special dietary restrictions. We participate in the National School Lunch Program. As of fall 2023, all students may receive one free reimbursable breakfast and lunch per school day. For additional benefits to our school district, please fill out the Application for Educational Benefits (formerly known as the Free and Reduced Meal Application). If you have any questions or concerns regarding food services, please contact the food services director. Eat United Summer Food Service Program In collaboration with USDA and the United Way of Crookston, Crookston Public Schools is proud to be able to offer FREE meals to all children 18 years and younger during the summer. Local Wellness Policy Most Recent Committee Minutes Offer vs Serve Special Diet Request Form Triennial Assessment Report TITAN Family Portal/LINQ Connect Parent Portal FAQS(English) Parent Portal FAQS (Spanish) CHS Deli Menu Emily Scheresky Child Nutrition & Food Services Director Wellness Committee Coordinator 801 Central Ave N Crookston, MN 56716 218-281-5313 x2110 emilyscheresky@isd593.org

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Crookston Public Schools offers programs and services for students who have met special education eligibility in any of the 13 disability areas identified in Minnesota Rules Chapter 3525. Total Special Education System (TSES). Disability Categories. Early Childhood. Home/Private School. IEP Special Education Crookston Public Schools offers programs and services for students who have met special education eligibility in any of the 13 disability areas identified in Minnesota Rules Chapter 3525. Nonpublic and Inter-agency Referrals Special education instruction and services may be provided to students from birth until July 1 after the child with a disability becomes 21 years old, but will not extend beyond secondary school or its equivalent. Local health, education, and social service agencies must refer children under age five who are known to need or suspected of needing special instruction and services to the school district. A full range of education programs and services will be provided for children with a disability. Individual Education Plan Once a child is determined eligible for special education services through the evaluation process, an Individualized Evaluation Program/Plan (IEP) is developed. An IEP describes the special education and related services specifically designed to meet the needs of a child with a disability. It is developed at an IEP meeting with an IEP team. The IEP team consists of: parent (MR 3525.0700), IEP manager (MS 3523.0550), general education teacher, an administrator, and the student, when appropriate. In addition to the core group, membership will vary according to student needs. Other members of the IEP team may include: speech pathologist, occupational therapist, vision teacher, hearing teacher, school nurse, counselor, or any other person having knowledge or expertise regarding the child and his/her disabilities. An IEP meeting is held one time per year, more often if requested by a parent or teacher. The IEP is written for one year, with progress being reported as often as general education progress is reported. The method of progress reporting is determined at the IEP meeting by the IEP team. If you have any questions or concerns regarding special education, please contact the special services director. Crookston Public School District #593 does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals with disabilities, or in any aspect of their operations. District 593 also does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices. This notice is provided as required by Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Questions, complaints, or requests for additional information regarding the ADA and Section 504 may be forwarded to the designated ADA and Section 504 compliance coordinator, Kathy Stronstad at 281-5600 or Randy Bruer, Superintendent, at 281-5313. Total Special Education System Appendix A Appendix B Appendix C Appendix D Appendix E Disability Categories Early Childhood Home/Private School Memo Restrictive Procedures Plan Crookston High School/ALC Highland Elementary Washington Elementary Forms Staff Debriefing Meeting Use of Restrictive (Seclusion) Use of Restrictive (Physical Holding) Primary referral sources include: Hospitals, including prenatal and postnatal care facilities Physicians Parents Daycare programs Local education agencies Public health facilities Other social service agencies Other health care providers Kathy Stronstad Special Services Director 402 Fisher Avenue Crookston, MN 56716 (218) 281-5313 ext. 2101 kathrynstronstad@isd593.org

SAFETY TOWN Safety Town is a comprehensive safety education program for children who are age eligible to enter kindergarten. It is a one week, 15 hour summer program that introduces children to the following safety issues: Home Safety How & When to Dial 911 Farm Safety Bus Safety Bicycle Safety Playground Safety Water Safety Boat Safety Fire Safety Animal Safety Pedestrian Safety

Northern Lights Academy serves the educational needs of students ages 10 to 18 residing at the Red River Valley Juvenile Center. Northern Lights Academy 600 Bruce Street Crookston, MN 56716 Tel: (218) 470-8325 Northern Lights Academy serves the educational needs of students ages 10 to 18 residing at the Red River Valley Juvenile Center. Offerings include: Utilizing two separate classrooms, two certified teachers serve up to eight students in a secured setting and up to eight students in a non-secure setting, coming from districts throughout northwest Minnesota Small group and independent study approaches are utilized Curricula is designed around students' educational needs Basic literacy skills remediation is emphasized Students have access to Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment II (MCA II) test preparation and administration Special Education services are available to students with special needs Transcripts of class hours earned by students are sent to students' home schools

Early Childhood Family Education Gina Gunderson Early Childhood Coordinator 724 University Ave. Crookston, MN 56716 Phone: (218) 281- 2762 Email: ginagunderson@isd593.org Classes and Events ECFE Classes/Registration ECFE Newsletter Learn more about ECFE What is ECFE? Early Childhood Family Education, a program of Crookston Community Education, offers classes and activities for parent and their children ages birth through five at Washington School. The classes are designed to enhance early learning. The gym is also used to encourage active play. Parents and children can take classes and participate in special family events. Your Family counts! Be counted! Crookston Public Schools offers Early Childhood classes and events, including School Readiness for children the year before entering Kindergarten. Crookston Public Schools also provides Early Childhood Screening, which is required by the State of Minnesota for all children before entering Kindergarten. By providing your child's name, date of birth, and your contact information, we will be able to notify you of these events. If you or someone you know recently moved into the Crookston Public School District or had an addition to the family, including birth or adoption, call 218-281-2762 or use the link below to provide the information to keep your family informed of opportunities for your young child. Click here to be counted!

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Highland Elementary School is located at 801 Central Avenue North in Crookston MN, 56716 and serves students grades 1-6. Highland Team heatherbelgarde@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2413 Heather Belgarde 4th Grade Teacher joelleboucher@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2434 JoElle Boucher Librarian Aide karenbrekken@isd593.org (218) 281-2762 Ext 2514 Karen Brekken School Readiness Teacher brigetteburzettedeleon@isd593.org (218) 281-2762 Ext 2485 Brigette Burzette-Deleon School Readiness Teacher loricarlson@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2490 Lori Carlson Orchestra Director haleydavidson@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2483 Haley Davidson Kindergarten Teacher serenaduquette@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2469 Serena Duquette Paraprofessional brookeelde@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2467 Brooke Elde Alluma daveemanuel@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2441 Dave Emanuel American Indian Liason susantiedemann@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2453 Sue Erickson Testing Coordinator kristyfitzgerald@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2459 Kristy Fitzgerald Speech-Language Pathologist kristinfunk@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2417 Kristin Funk Special Education Teacher greggarmen@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2409 Greg Garmen Principal Pre K-5 susangarmen@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2439 Susan Garmen 5th Grade Teacher kristigriffin@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2440 Kristi Griffin 5th Grade Teacher staceygrunewald@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2404 Stacey Grunewald Nurse tonigullekson@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2468 Toni Gullekson Special Education Teacher ginagunderson@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2480 Gina Gunderson Early Childhood Coordinator , ECFE Teacher, Parent Educator meganhanson@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2427 Megan Hanson 2nd Grade Teacher bobbiejohebert@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2486 Bobbie Jo Hebert Kindergarten Teacher kariheppner@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2414 Kari Heppner 4th Grade Teacher janahodgson@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2401 Jana Hodgson Administrative Assistant claraholland@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2426 Clara Holland 2nd Grade Teacher karahovelsrud@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2418 Kara Hovelsrud 4th Grade Teacher joehyde@isd592.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2462 Joe Hyde District IT andreaingersoll@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2422 Andrea Ingersoll 3rd Grade Teacher jenniferknutson@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2486 Jenni Knutson School Readiness Teacher janelkresl@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2464 Janel Kresl Title I Teacher jamiekresl@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2412 Jamie Kresl 4th Grade Teacher davekuehn@isd593.org 218-281-5600 Ext 2409 Dave Kuehn Principal Pre K-5 jeremylubinski@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2447 Jeremy Lubinski Physical Education Teacher zacharylunde@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2457 Zachary Lunde Band Director krismacgregor@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2406 Kris MacGregor ADSIS Behavior Interventionist jamiemacho@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2446 Jamie Macho Special Education Teacher emmamekkes@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2420 Emma Mekkes 3rd Grade Teacher luannmetzger@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2429 LuAnn Metzger Special Education Teacher clarameyer@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2471 Clara Meyer Alluma emmamorlan@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2450 Emma Morlan Special Education Teacher kathleenmulvey@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2416 Kathleen Mulvey ELL ellienesseth@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2482 Ellie Nesseth Special Ed Teacher brandinesseth@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2482 Brandi Nesseth ECSE stacyolson@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2432 Stacy Olson 1st Grade Teacher monicaparenteau@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2488 Monica Parenteau Kindergarten Teacher meganparenteau@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2430 Megan Parenteau 1st Grade Teacher benparkin@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2447 Ben Parkin Physical Education Teacher sarahpester@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2464 Sarah Pester Title 1 Teacher katyramey@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2423 Katy Ramey 2nd Grade Teacher tanyareitmeier@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2419 Tanya Reitmeier 3rd Grade Teacher crystalrock@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2402 Crystal Rock Administrative Assistant taramiller@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2472 Tara Rodriguez MSW, LICSW Alluma Therapist jennelynsadudaquil@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2465 Jennelyn Sadudaquil Special Ed Teacher ambersannes@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2464/2466 Amber Sannes Title 1 Teacher emilyscheresky@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2110 Emily Scheresky Food Service Director dixiesele@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2442 Dixie Sele 5th Grade Teacher sandrasorenson@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2428 Sandra Sorenson 2nd Grade Teacher tomstaehnke@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Tom Staehnke Full Time Substitute kristinestegman@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Kristine Stegman Part-time Title 1 Teacher kathrynstronstad@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2101 Kathy Stronstad Special Education Services Director jennasullivan@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2458 Jenna Sullivan Family Services kielytate@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2484 Kiely Tate School Readiness Teacher/ECFE rachaelthompson@isd593.org 218-281-5600 Ext 2455 Rachael Thompson Special Education Teacher jonathantweet@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Jonathan Tweet Instructional Assistant ericauttermark@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2431 Erica Uttermark 1st Grade Teacher carrievolker@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2449 Carrie Volker School Readiness Teacher taylorwalters@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2444 Taylor Walters 5th Grade Teacher jenniferwalz@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2452 Jennifer Walz Art / Music Teacher hollywavra@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2519 Holly Wavra Speech Language Pathologist lauriewavra@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2435 Laurie Wavra Computer Teacher hollywavra@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2456 Holly Wavra Speech Language Pathologist coreywinger@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2438 Corey Winger Custodian jaclynwolfe@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2421 Jaclyn Wolfe 3rd Grade Teacher ginaystenes@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2425 Gina Ystenes 1st Grade Teacher

Human Resources Department Our District employs approximately 250 people who provide an educational environment that supports and encourages the success of our approximately 1200 students. Crookston Public Schools offers challenging and rewarding careers, good salary and benefit packages, and a work environment that supports staff and student success. The Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) law provides eligible employees with paid time off to care for their own health, care for a family member, or address safety needs related to domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. Employees accrue ESST based on hours worked Human Resources Files AWAIR Career Opportunities Employee Incident Report ESST (Decription is Left) Frontline MN Paid Family Leave Policy SmartEr Supervisor's Report of Accident Wendy Ault Human Resources/Payroll Director (218) 281-5313 Ext 2108 wendyault@isd593.org Blake Stoltman Business Manager (218) 281-5313 Ext 2105 blakestoltman@isd593.org Marilyn Wahouske Executive Asst. to the Superintendent/HR (218) 281-5313 Ext 2103 marilynwahouske@isd593.org

Social/Emotional Resources Throughout students' time at CHS, the School Counselor provides in-class lessons, small groups, and/or individual counseling on a variety of topics to help students learn more about their Social/Emotional Health, including Stress Management, Anxiety, Mental Health, Personal growth, and more! Please use the resources on the right as needed! If you have any concerns, issues with school, family, teachers, friends, anxiety, depression, etc. ASK FOR HELP! We are here for YOU! School Counselor(s) are available to students anytime if they have any issues they need to talk about or need help with. They can stop by the Counseling Office or ask their teacher to see the School Counselor. If you have any concerns about your student, or if the student has any concerns or needs to talk, please stop by the Counseling Office or call so we can help you right away! The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a United States-based suicide prevention network of over 200+ crisis centers that provides 24/7 service via a toll-free hotline with the number 9-8-8. It is available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress Virtual Calming Room **If you or someone you know needs immediate assistance or is in a crisis, please use the resources below: Alluma Crisis Line 1-800-282-5005 www.nwmhc.org National Suicide Prevention: 1-800-273-8255 suicidepreventionlifeline.org

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS Sponsorship Form PTA Phil Thompson & Associates Premier Partners Crookston Fosston Eye Clinic Premier Partners Best of MN Premier Partners Benedictine Premier Partners American Federal Premier Partners AgCountry Premier Partners First Community Credit Union Premier Partners Widseth Premier Partners Biermaier chiropractic Clinic Premier Partners HKL&H Premier Partners Christian Brothers Ford Premier Partners Bremer Bank Founding Partners Grove Mechanical Heating & Cooling Anchor Partners United Valley Bank Anchor Partners Crookston Eagles Club Anchor Partners State Farm Anchor Partners Happy Joe's Anchor Partners Riverview Health Turf Partners KROX Radio Station Naming Partner SILVER PARTNERS Crookston Building Center Crookston Firefighters Association Crookston Valley Cooperative Dan's Flying Service, Inc Fischer Rust Law Firm HN Quality Plumbing Inc Noah Insurance Valley Plains Equipment Widman's Candy Shop BRONZE PARTNERS Crooks Club Bar & Bottle Shop Crookston Fuel Company/Ampride Garden Valley Technologies Halstad Telephone Company King Town Farmers' Mutual Insurance Company Opticare - Crookston Vision Associates Stenshoel Houske Funeral Home

Crookston Public Schools is your education destination! We offer a quality preschool program, high preforming elementary school and rigorouse and expansive curriculum. Worlds Best Workforce. MN Attendance Law. Lead Water Management Plan. Annual Notifications. Budget Publications District Office Crookston Public Schools is committed to excellence in all we do and that commitment shows up in every classroom, program, and student experience. We focus on creating an environment that is both challenging and supportive. Our programs are designed to meet students where they are whether they need additional support, advanced opportunities, or real-world preparation for a rapidly changing future. At the high school level, students can take advantage of Advanced Placement (AP), College in the High School, and PSEO courses. At the elementary level, we provide before- and after-school childcare to support families. Our work is grounded in clear communication, high expectations, strong relationships, and reliable systems of support. From Early Childhood Family Education and Preschool to college-level coursework, students have access to a broad range of opportunities, including Orchestra, Construction Trades, and Family and Consumer Sciences. Crookston Public Schools is where students grow, achieve, and prepare for what’s next. Achievement/Integration Plan Comprehensive Achievement/Civic Readiness Digital Archive Home/Nonpublic Schools Human Resources Immigration Concerns 2026 Registration School Board Annual Notifications Asbestos Notification IAQ Notification Lead Water Plan Local Literacy Plan MN Attendance Law Pesticide Notification Crookston Public Schools offers a 4-Star Preschool program for 4-year-olds, giving parents the choice of either half-day or full-day programming. Highland Elementary School is one of the top-performing elementary schools in our region. In addition to strong academic programming, we offer: Title I support in Math and Reading Gifted and Talented Program Before and After School Care Science Club STEM programs FACS Arts Industrial Technology Welding Woods CAD Robotics Small Engines College in the Classroom Student Enrollment Information & Registration A parent or legal guardian must complete and sign each registration form. In order for the enrollment process to begin, we are requesting you provide the following information. New Student Registration If you have any questions, contact the office at your student's school: Schools Items needed to register your student: Student(s) immunization records Birth certificate Application for Education Benefits Bus Forms Enrollment Form(Inside District) Ethnic/Racial Demographic Health Form Immunization Form Language Survey Migrant Survey Pre-K Registration Returning Student Registration Online enrollment: Skyward Parent Portal (Fill out the forms below) If you have any questions or need a paper option contact the office at your students school: Schools Application for Education Benefits Bus Forms Pre-K Registration Open Enrollment (Student outside the District) Open Enrollment (Outside District) Pre-K Registration Information Immunization Law School Supply Lists Home/Nonpublic Schools This page is for home educators residing within the Crookston Public Schools Area. Homeschools must comply with state requirements in accordance with the Minnesota Compulsory Instruction Law. The Nonpublic Full Report Form (or the Letter of Intent to Continue to Provide Instruction if you have previously submitted the Full Report Form) must be submitted to Crookston Public Schools by Oct. 1 of each year or at any time during the year when the educational status of a school-age child changes. The law requires each public school district to annually report to the state the compliance status of all school-age children living within its boundaries. Please refer to the Minnesota Department of Education for more information about homeschooling. Forms: Must be filled out and are due by October 1st every year. Initial Reg Unaccredited Nonpublic School Letter of Intent/Provide Instruction Aids to Nonpublic Schools MDE Home School Questions and Answers State Recognized Accrediting Agencies Information: Marilyn Wahouske 402 Fisher Avenue, Suite 593 Crookston, MN 56716 (218) 281-5313 ext. 2103 marilynwahouske@isd593.org Executive Assistant to the Superintendent Todd Selk 402 Fisher Avenue, Suite 593 Crookston, MN 56716 (218) 281-5313 ext. 2102 toddselk@isd593.org Superintendent District Team Wendy Ault Human Resources/Payroll Director (218) 281-5313 Ext 2108 wendyault@isd593.org Cody Bannert School Resource Officer (218) 281-2144 Ext 2238 codybannert@isd593.org Dave Emanuel American Indian Liason (218) 281-5600 Ext 2406 daveemanuel@isd593.org Stacey Grunewald Nurse (218) 281-2144 Ext 2237 staceygrunewald@isd593.org Joe Hyde District IT (218) 281-5600 Ext 2462 joehyde@isd593.org Rick Niemela Transportation/Building & Grounds Director (218) 281-5444 Ext 2650 rickniemela@isd593.org Robin Reitmeier Special Services Administrative Assistant (218) 281-5313 Ext 2104 robinreitmeier@isd593.org Emily Scheresky Food Services Director (218) 281-5313 Ext 2110 emilyscheresky@isd593.org Todd Selk Superintendent 218-281-2144 Ext 2102 toddselk@isd593.org Blake Stoltman Business Manager (218) 281-5313 Ext 2105 blakestoltman@isd593.org Kathy Stronstad Student Services Director (218) 281-5313 Ext 2101 kathrynstronstad@isd593.org Marilyn Wahouske Executive Asst. to the Superintendent/HR (218) 281-5313 Ext 2103 marilynwahouske@isd593.org Kevin Weber District IT (218) 281-2144 Ext 2206 kevinweber@isd593.org

Clubs & Organizations National Honor Society Grades 11-12 Student Council Grades 7-12 Optimist Grades 10-12 RiverWatch 7-12 JR/SR Prom 11-12 Builders Club Grades 7-8 Speech Grades 7-12 Leo Club Grades 9-12 Envirothon Grades 9-12 Knowledge Bowl Grades 7-12

​School Board Policies are under continual review, and as such, the policies on the website may not always reflect very recent changes. School Board Policies 100 SCHOOL DISTRICT 101 Legal Status of the School District 102 Equal Educational Opportunities 103 Complaints-Students, Employees, Parents, Other Persons 104 School District Mission Statement 108 Grievance Procedure 200 BOARD OF DIRECTORS - SCHOOL BOARD 201 Legal Status of the School Board 202 School Board Officers 203 Operations of the School Board - Governing Rules 203.1 School Board Procedures: Rules of Order 203.5 School Board Meeting Agenda 204 School Board Meeting Minutes 205 Open Meetings and Closed Meetings 206 Public Participation in Meetings/Complaints About Persons at Meeting and Data Privacy Considerations 207 Public Hearings 208 Development, Adoption and Implementation of Policies 209 Code of Ethics 210 Conflict of Interest - School Board Members 211 Criminal or Civil Action Against School District, School Board Members, Employee or Student 212 School Board Member Development 213 School Board Committees 214 Out-of-State Travel by School Board Members 300 ADMINISTRATION 301 School District Administration 302 Superintendent 303 Superintendent Selection 304 Superintendent Contract, Duties, Evaluation and Organization Chart 305 Policy Implementation 306 Administrator Code of Ethics 307 Administrator Self Performance Appraisal Policy 400 EMPLOYEES / PERSONNEL 401 Equal Employment Opportunity 402 Disability Nondiscrimination Policy 403 Discipline, Suspension and Dismissal of School District Employees 404 Employment Background Checks 405 Veteran's Preference 406 Public and Private Personnel Data 406 Consent to Release Data (form) 407 Employee Right to Know - Exposure to Hazardous Substances 408 Subpoena of a School District Employee 409 Employee Publications, Instructional Materials, Inventions and Creations 410 Family and Medical Leave Policy 412 Expense Reimbursement 413 Harassment and Violence 413 Harassment and Violence (Form) 414 Mandated Report of Child Neglect or Physical or Sexual Abuse 415 Mandated Reporting of Maltreatment of Vulnerable Adults 416 Drug and Alcohol Testing 416 Drug and Alcohol Testing (form) 417 Chemical Use and Abuse 418 Drug-Free Workplace/Drug-Free School 419 Tobacco-Free Environment 420 Students and Employees with Sexually Transmitted Infections and Diseases and Certain Other Communicable Disease and Infectious Conditions 421 Gifts to Employees and School Board Members 422 Policies Incorporated by Reference 423 Employee - Student Relationships 424 License Status 425 Staff Development 427 Workload Limits for Special Education Teachers 430 Jury Duty 432 Animals in the School 435 Absence Due to Unforeseen Circumstance 500 STUDENTS 501 School Weapons Policy 502 Search of Student Lockers, Desks, Personal Possessions and Student's Person 503 Student Attendance 504 Student Dress and Appearance 505 Distribution of Non-school-Sponsored Materials on School Premises by Students and Employees 506 Student Discipline 507 Corporal Punishment 507.5 School Resource Officers 508 Extended School Year for Certain Students with Individualized Education Programs 509 Enrollment of Nonresident Students 510 School Activities 511 School Fundraising 512 School-Sponsored Student Publications and Activities 513 Student Promotions, Retention and Program Design 514 Bullying Prohibition Policy 515 Protection and Privacy of Pupil Records 516 Student Medication 516.5 Overdose Medication 517 Student Recruiting 518 DNR - DNI Orders 519 Interviews of Students by Outside Agencies 520 Student Surveys 521 Student Disability Nondiscrimination 522 Student Sex Nondiscrimination 523 Policies Incorporated by Reference 524 Technology Use in District 593 524 Technology Use in District 593 (Form) 525 Violence Prevention - (Applicable to Students and Staff) 526 Hazing Prohibition 527 Student Use and Parking of Motor Vehicles; Patrols, Inspections and Searches 528 Student Parental, Family and Marital Status Nondiscrimination 529 Staff Notification of Violent Behavior by Students 530 Immunization Requirements 531 The Pledge of Allegiance 532 Use of Peace Officers and Crisis Teams to Remove Students with IEPs from School Grounds 533 Wellness 534 Unpaid Meal Charges 600 EDUCATION PROGRAMS 601 School District Curriculum and Instruction Goals 602 Organization of School Calendar and School Day 603 Curriculum Development 604 Instructional Curriculum 605 Alternative Programs 606 Textbooks and Instructional Materials 607 Organization of Grade Levels 608 Instructional Services - Special Education 609 Religion 610 Field Trips 611 Home Schooling 612.1 Development of Parental Involvement Policies for Title I Programs 613 Graduation Requirements 614 School District Testing Plan and Procedure 615 Testing, Accommodations, Modifications and Exemptions for IEPs, Section 504 Plans and LEP Students 616 School District System Accountability 618 Assessment of Student Achievement 619 Staff Development for Standards 620 Credit for Learning 623 Mandatory Summer School Instruction 624 On-Line Learning Options 700 NON-INSTRUCTIONAL OPERATIONS AND BUSINESS SERVICES 701 Establishment and Adoption of School District Budget 701.1 Modification of School District Budget 702 Accounting 703 Annual Audit 704 Development and Maintenance of an Inventory of Fixed Assets and a Fixed Asset Accounting System 705 Investments 706 Acceptance of Gifts 707 Transportation of Public School Students 708 Transportation of Nonpublic School Students 709 Student Transportation Policy 710 Extracurricular Transportation 710.1 Use of Buses for School Sponsored Activities 711 Video Recording on School Buses 712 Video Surveillance Other than on Buses 713 Student Activity Accounting 714 Fund Balances 720 Vending Machines 721 Grant Guidance Federal Reserve Sources 723 Care of Receipts 724 Short Term Loans 726 Financial Reports and Statements 727 Support Services Goals 728 Public Use of School Records 729 Safety Program 730 Emergency Closings 731 Insurance Management 732 Building and Grounds Management 733 Food Services Management 734 School Lunch Policy 735 Use of School Cars 736 Use of School Service Vehicles 800 BUILDINGS AND SITES 801 Equal Access to Facilities of Secondary Schools 802 Disposition of Obsolete Equipment and Material 805 Waste Reduction and Recycling 806 Crisis Management 807 Health and Safety 815 Use of Automated External Defibrillator (AED) 900 SCHOOL DISTRICT - COMMUNITY RELATIONS 901 Community Education 902 Use of School District Facilities and Equipment 903 Visitors to School District Buildings and Sites 904 Distribution of Materials on School District Property by Nonschool Persons 905 Advertising 907 Rewards Please note that policies are under continual review, and as such, the policies on the website may not always reflect very recent changes .

Drivers Education Driver Education – Crookston Public Schools Crookston Public Schools offers Driver Education to students enrolled in the district. Sessions are available year-round: Spring (2), Summer (2), Fall (1), and Winter (1). Registration (Winter Session) Complete the registration form and return it to the Crookston High School office or email the instructor. Must be 15 years old by the registration deadline. Forms are available in the high school office or for download. Minnesota Requirements (Under Age 18) Students must complete: 30 hours of classroom instruction, 6 hours of behind-the-wheel training, and a supervised driving log (required at the road test). Driving log options: With parent class: 40 hours total (15 nighttime). Without parent class: 50 hours total (15 nighttime). Parent classes are offered throughout the year, and a completion certificate is required for the 40-hour option. Register Online 2027 Spring Session 1 2027 Spring Session 2 Chris Trostad Driver Education Director 801 Central Ave. N. Crookston, MN 56716 218-281-5600 x2409 christrostad@isd593.org 2027 Summer Session 1 2027 Summer Session 2 2027 Fall Session 2026 Winter Session Schedule Written/Road Test Supervised Driving Log Free Permit Practice Test Class D - New Driver- Under age 18 Fees & Policy $325 total cost (classroom + driving). Payment due before the first day. No refunds once the course begins — no exceptions. Students are expected to complete all required coursework. Required Documentation Before they can take the test. Students must present to the examiner a Certified copy of their: Birth Certificate and Social Security Card (not laminated)

Alluma Erica Pruneda, B.S Alluma Behavioral Health Practitioner Crookston High School (218) 281-2144 ext. 2216 Email Me Rachel Kroontje, MSSA, LICSW Alluma Mental Health Professional Crookston High School (218) 281-2144 ext. 2211 Email Me Brooke Elde, MA Alluma Clinical T rainee Highland Elementary (218) 281-2144 ext. 2303 Email Me Clara Meyer Behavioral Health Practitioner Highland Elementary (218) 281-2144 ext. 2303 Email Me Tara Rodriguez MSW, LICSW Youth & Family Services Supervisor Highland Elementary (218) 281-2144 ext. 2303 Email Me At Alluma, we are here to foster wellbeing for all by shedding light on a path of hope through trauma-informed mental health and substance use care with an uncommon community approach. Alluma professionals are able to provide services to students during the school day while not having to leave the building. If you have any questions, please contact the individuals below. Come all. Be well. Mission Promoting wellbeing and instilling hope.

Crookston Public School District provides bus services for students.  Bus route information is posted in Skyward prior to the first day of school. Bus Garage Project. Bus Policy. Annual Bus Request. Religous Education Bus Request. School Readiness Bus Request. Bus Change Request. Transportation Crookston Public School District provides bus services for students. We use the BusQuest App and Travel Tracker Routing Parent Portal, EZRouting - which allows parents to access their student's transportation information and track where there bus is. Bus Forms Annual Bus Request School Readiness Request Bus Change Request Special Education Bus Request Joint Custody Request Bus Tracker Information What is EZ Arrival? Move from BusQuest to EZ Arrrival EZ Arrival (Apple Store Link) EZ Arrival (Google Play Link) EZRouting Site Rick Niemela Transportation Director 910 3rd Ave NE Crookston, MN 56716 Phone: (218) 281-5444 Fax: (218) 470-0228 rickniemela@isd593.org Joint Custody Calendar

Highland PTO Our school's Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) exists to enhance the school experience for Highland students. This group of volunteers' sole purpose is to establish and nurture a close relationship between the parents, teachers, and students. The PTO provides assistance to teachers in classroom settings, raises funds for supplemental educational materials and experiences, supports school and family social interaction, and provides a non-biased forum for sharing information on issues that impact our children. The Highland PTO meets monthly in the Highland School Office Conference Room. Membership is free! Lorri Capistran PTO Chair klcapistran@rrv.net Marge Koepsell PTO CO-Chair/Secretary burkem.1102@gmail.com Dave Kuehn Principal davekuehn@isd593.org Greg Garmen Principal greggarmen@isd593.org Enhancing Our Children's Education PTO Activities & Events Read-a-Thon Fundraiser Collecting Box Tops Pirate Pride Shirt Sales Staff Appreciation Week Activities School Supply Drive PTO Funds Help Support Staff Requests (supplies, materials, services) Student Field Trips (costs not covered by student fees) Highland Library (Book Fair profits buy library books) Yearbooks (keeping them affordable) Pirate Pride t-shirts (free for Kindergarten students)

Health Services The mission of Crookston Public School's Health Services is to create, provide, and sustain a school health system that promotes and supports student achievement, health, and well-being. Stacey Grunewald RN, PHN, LSN School Nurse Washington: (218) 281-2762 Highland: (218) 281-5600 Ext.2404 High School: (218) 281-2144 Ext.2237 Email: staceygrunewald@isd593.org The nurse, Stacey Grunewald, goes to various schools and has different hours. Below is her tentative schedule. Hours and location can vary. CHS Monday - Friday: 7:50-11:30 HES Monday - Friday: 11:45-3:35 MEDICATIONS Medications should be administered at home under the supervision of the parent/guardian. However, there are cases when students will require the administration of medication during the school day. Medical Guidelines Authorization to Administer Medications (To be completed by the Medical Provider and Guardian) Self-Administration of Medication (To be completed by the Medical Provider and Guardian) IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS Minnesota law requires written proof of certain vaccinations for children in child care, early childhood programs, and school. However, if a child has a medical reason or if his/her parents are conscientiously opposed to any or all of the vaccinations, a legal exemption is available. MN Immunization Law Immunization/Conscientious Exemption Form STUDENT HEALTH FORM (To be completed by a Guardian) IS MY CHILD WELL ENOUGH TO GO TO SCHOOL? These guidelines are intended to help you decide whether your child is healthy enough to go to school. Call your school health office if you have any questions about your child's illness. Contact you student's school every day they are absent. Your phone or email message should include: child's name, teachers name or grade, reason for absence, and please include their symptoms (fever, sore throat, ...). Your child must stay home if they have: Fever of 100 degrees or higher Vomited Diarrhea Rash that is not yet diagnosed Your child may return to school: 24 hours after last episode of vomiting or diarrhea 24 hours fever free, without fever reducing medicine Feels well enough to fully participate in school

Crookston Public Schools believe that interscholastic activities are an integral part of our school's total educational program. The activities program is a complete extension of our basic educational philosophy of preparing students to become productive, contributing citizens of their community. Athletics Fall Football (Boys) Soccer (Boys & Girls) Tennis (Girls) Volleyball (Girls) Winter Basketball (Boys & Girls) Dance Team (Girls) Figure Skating (Girls) Hockey (Boys & Girls) Wrestling (Boys) Spring Baseball (Boys) Clay Target (Boys & Girls) Golf (Boys & Girls) Softball (Girls) Tennis (Boys) Track & field (Boys & Girls) Activities Department Update: New Activities Software Coming in Fall 2026 The Pine-to-Prairie Conference and Crookston Activities Department will be implementing a new activities scheduler program beginning in Fall 2026. The district will transition to Bound as its activities management software. The Pine-to-Prairie Conference reviewed both Arbiter and Bound and determined that Bound was the better fit for our conference and schools. Bound is widely used throughout Minnesota and will provide more accurate schedules, improved communication, and better coordination for students, families, coaches, and staff. This is where you will register and pay for your child’s activities! KROX Radio Stadium MSHSL Register Physical Form Travel Release Form Digital Archive Become a Sponsor! Current Sponsors Pirate Boosters Download Bound App Bound Apple App Store Bound Google Play Store Pirate Hall of Fame Hall of Fame Nomination Form Nomination Deadline: March 1st Hall of Fame Inductees and Profiles Hall of Fame 2026-2027 Inductees The purpose of the Crookston High School Hall of Fame is to recognize and honor special achievement by individuals who have exemplified, developed, encouraged and fostered positive traits and attributes to enhance the stature of Crookston High School and School District #593's extracurricular activities and their important role in developing lifelong skills. Categories Four categories have been established from which nominees will come: Distinguished Crookston High School Alumni Faculty, Staff, and Administration Fine Arts Athletics Membership is reserved for a candidate who has met the following qualifications: Has graduated from Crookston High School ten (10) years before nomination and/or Has served the School District in a capacity that considerably contributed to the well-being of the district and its students, and/or Has demonstrated how contributions to and success in our society in the chosen field reflect the quality and stature of the School District and/or Has unselfishly supported the School District in ways that have considerably contributed to the well-being of the district and its students and staff. Anyone may nominate an individual to the Crookston High School Pirate Hall of Fame.

Title 1 Services Title I Coordinator Sarah Pester sarahpester@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 ext. 24 Crookston Public Schools is committed to the goal of providing quality education for every child in the District. Title I Part A is a Federal program under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) that provides supplemental funding to schools with a high percentage of low-income children. The goal is to close achievement gaps by supporting students who are not meeting state academic standards in reading and math with targeted support either through the core classroom teacher as supported by the Title I staff, or through pull out interventions administered by certified Title I teaching staff. Parent & Family Engagement Policy Política de Participación de Padres y Familia Parent Teacher Compact Parents’ Right-to-Know Letter Highland School's MDE Report Card Colorin' Colorado Khan Academy Reading Rockets

Members of the School Board are elected by the general public of Independent School District #593. School board member elections will be held every two years in the even-numbered years with the November General Election, with three school board members elected for terms of four (4) years each. School Board School Board Minutes School Board Agendas School Board Policies Meeting Notices Lorri Capistran Treasurer, 2024-2028 (218) 289-7407 lorricapistran@isd593.org Marcia Meine Director, 2023-2026 (218) 281-4195 marciameine@isd593.org Patty Dillabough Director, 2014-2026 (218) 289-3795 pattydillabough@isd593.org Mike Theis Clerk, 2019-2028 (218) 280-1396 miketheis@isd593.org Tim Dufault Chair, 2010-2026 (218) 289-0457 timdufault@isd593.org Jaclyn Tiedemann Director, 2024-2028 (218) 280-1713 jaclyntiedemann@isd593.org Members of the School Board are elected by the general public of Independent School District #593. School board member elections will be held every two years in the even-numbered years with the November General Election, with three school board members elected for terms of four (4) years each.

Crookston High School is located at 402 Fisher Avenue in Crookston MN, 56716 and serves students in grades 7-12. CHS/CMS Team andreaadrian@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2270 Andrea Adrian Special Education Teacher lucasbarto@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2300 Lucas Barto H.S. Social Studies lonboike@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2272 Lon Boike Physical Education Teacher amyboll@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2309/2255 Amy Boll Industrial Education Teacher nicolascampoverde@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2235 Nicolas Campoverde H.S. Math Teacher jillcarlson@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2299 Jill Carlson School Psychologist loricarlson@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2268/2261 Lori Carlson Orchestra Director lisaconzemius@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2204 Lisa Conzemius Principal 6-12 abigailcrisman@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2279 Abigail Crisman MS Science Teacher annikacuevas@isd593.org (218) 218-2144 Ext 2279 Annika Cuevas Success Coach susandufault@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2256 Susan Dufault Art Teacher, Yearbook Advisor benehlert@isd593.org 218-281-2144 Ext 2240 Ben Ehlert H.S. Science Teacher daveemanuel@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2406 Dave Emanuel American Indian Liason ellaengen@isd593.org 218-281-2144 Ext 2276 Ella Engen M.S. Social Studies Teacher susantiedemann@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 Ext 2453 Sue Erickson Testing Coordinator shelliefischer@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2298 Shellie Fischer Special Education Teacher kristyfitzgerald@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2233 Kristy Fitzgerald Speech-Language Pathologist juliefollette@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2299 Julie Follette Special Education Teacher staceygrunewald@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2237 Stacey Grunewald Nurse carahalgren@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2211 Cara Halgren Alluma Counselor danahalland@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2278 Dan Halland MS Mathematics Teacher jessicahanson@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2284 Jessica Hanson Science Teacher laciahanson@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2281 Lacia Hanson Success Coach autumnhanson@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2283 Autumn Hanson MS Fine Arts Teacher joshhardy@isd593.org (218) 281- 2144 Ext 2213 Josh Hardy Physical Education Teacher vickihuck@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2293 Vicki Huck Special Education Teacher aprilhyde@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2229 April Hyde Special Education Teacher kirajohnson@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2286 Kira Johnson MS Science Teacher taraklein@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2210 Tara Klein HS Counselor stevenkofoed@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2227 Steve Kofoed MS Mathematics Teacher lilykrona@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2251 Lily Krona Agriculture Teacher rachelkroontji@isd593.org 218-281-2144 Ext 2211 Rachel Kroontje MSSA, LICSW Alluma danaerickson@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2304 Dana Louw Special Education Teacher amyluckow@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2209 Amy Luckow MS Behavior Interventionist zacharylunde@isd593.org 218-281-2144 Ext 2265 Zachary Lunde Band Director erinmarsyla@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2275 Erin Marsyla MS Interventionist hollymesselt@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2280 Holly Messelt Special Education Teacher timmoe@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2269 Tim Moe Computer Teacher karimoe@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2201 Kari Moe Administrative Assistant lorimorgan@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2208 Lori Morgan Administrative Assistant lindamorgan@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2242 Linda Morgan LEO Club Advisor kathleenmulvey@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2465 Kathleen Mulvey ELL travisoliver@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2250 Travis Oliver Industrial Education Teacher evanpederson@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2205 Evan Pederson Activities Director Dean of Students ericapruneda@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2216 Erica Pruneda Alluma Counselor halreeser@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2228 Hal Reeser MS Special Education Teacher kaylasnyder@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2203 Kayla Snyder Administrative Assistant jennifersolie@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2296 Jen Solie English Teacher meagensolie@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2226 Meagen Solie MS Social Studies Teacher katelynstegman@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2295 Katelyn Stegman English Teacher ashleystopa@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2300 Ashley Stopa Math Teacher kathystronstad@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2101 Kathy Stronstad Special Education Services Director kristiswanson@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2302 Kristi Swanson Business/Computers Teacher nichellethomforde@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2236 Shelly Thomforde Social Studies Teacher susanwagner@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2274 Sue Wagner MS English Teacher kevinweber@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2206 Kevin Weber District IT adriannewinger@isd593.org (218) 281-2144 Ext 2268 Adrianne Winger Choir Teacher

Fine Arts Band Choir Drama Orchestra Visual Arts Pirate Fine Arts Boosters PFAB Funding Giving Roster Contact PFAB Pirate Fine Arts Boosters P.O. Box 743, Crookston MN 56716 Mission Statement: The Pirate Fine Art Boosters will work to promote, support, and help fund the various fine arts programs in the Crookston Public Schools.

Human Resources Department Our District employs approximately 250 people who provide an educational environment that supports and encourages the success of our approximately 1200 students. Crookston Public Schools offers challenging and rewarding careers, good salary and benefit packages, and a work environment that supports staff and student success. Career Opportunities Region I Frontline MN Paid Family Leave Policy Supervisor's Report of Accident Employee Incident Report 403b Retirement Investment MNPFL ESST (Description is Below) The Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) law provides eligible employees with paid time off to care for their own health, care for a family member, or address safety needs related to domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. Employees accrue ESST based on hours worked Wendy Ault Human Resources/Payroll Director (218) 281-5313 Ext 2108 wendyault@isd593.org Marilyn Wahouske Executive Asst. to the Superintendent/HR (218) 281-5313 Ext 2103 marilynwahouske@isd593.org Blake Stoltman Business Manager (218) 281-5313 Ext 2105 blakestoltman@isd593.org

Human Resources Department Our District employs approximately 250 people who provide an educational environment that supports and encourages the success of our approximately 1200 students. Crookston Public Schools offers challenging and rewarding careers, good salary and benefit packages, and a work environment that supports staff and student success. Career Opportunities Region I Frontline MN Paid Family Leave Policy Supervisor's Report of Accident Employee Incident Report 403b Retirement Investment MNPFL ESST (Description is Below) The Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) law provides eligible employees with paid time off to care for their own health, care for a family member, or address safety needs related to domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. Employees accrue ESST based on hours worked Wendy Ault Human Resources/Payroll Director (218) 281-5313 Ext 2108 wendyault@isd593.org Marilyn Wahouske Executive Asst. to the Superintendent/HR (218) 281-5313 Ext 2103 marilynwahouske@isd593.org Blake Stoltman Business Manager (218) 281-5313 Ext 2105 blakestoltman@isd593.org

Human Resources Department Our District employs approximately 250 people who provide an educational environment that supports and encourages the success of our approximately 1200 students. Crookston Public Schools offers challenging and rewarding careers, good salary and benefit packages, and a work environment that supports staff and student success. Career Opportunities Region I Frontline MN Paid Family Leave Policy Supervisor's Report of Accident Employee Incident Report 403b Retirement Investment MNPFL ESST (Description is Below) The Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) law provides eligible employees with paid time off to care for their own health, care for a family member, or address safety needs related to domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. Employees accrue ESST based on hours worked Wendy Ault Human Resources/Payroll Director (218) 281-5313 Ext 2108 wendyault@isd593.org Marilyn Wahouske Executive Asst. to the Superintendent/HR (218) 281-5313 Ext 2103 marilynwahouske@isd593.org Blake Stoltman Business Manager (218) 281-5313 Ext 2105 blakestoltman@isd593.org

Human Resources Department Our District employs approximately 250 people who provide an educational environment that supports and encourages the success of our approximately 1200 students. Crookston Public Schools offers challenging and rewarding careers, good salary and benefit packages, and a work environment that supports staff and student success. Career Opportunities Region I Frontline MN Paid Family Leave Policy Supervisor's Report of Accident Employee Incident Report 403b Retirement Investment MNPFL ESST (Description is Below) The Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) law provides eligible employees with paid time off to care for their own health, care for a family member, or address safety needs related to domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. Employees accrue ESST based on hours worked Wendy Ault Human Resources/Payroll Director (218) 281-5313 Ext 2108 wendyault@isd593.org Marilyn Wahouske Executive Asst. to the Superintendent/HR (218) 281-5313 Ext 2103 marilynwahouske@isd593.org Blake Stoltman Business Manager (218) 281-5313 Ext 2105 blakestoltman@isd593.org

Human Resources Department Our District employs approximately 250 people who provide an educational environment that supports and encourages the success of our approximately 1200 students. Crookston Public Schools offers challenging and rewarding careers, good salary and benefit packages, and a work environment that supports staff and student success. Career Opportunities Region I Frontline MN Paid Family Leave Policy Supervisor's Report of Accident Employee Incident Report 403b Retirement Investment MNPFL ESST (Description is Below) The Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) law provides eligible employees with paid time off to care for their own health, care for a family member, or address safety needs related to domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. Employees accrue ESST based on hours worked Wendy Ault Human Resources/Payroll Director (218) 281-5313 Ext 2108 wendyault@isd593.org Marilyn Wahouske Executive Asst. to the Superintendent/HR (218) 281-5313 Ext 2103 marilynwahouske@isd593.org Blake Stoltman Business Manager (218) 281-5313 Ext 2105 blakestoltman@isd593.org

Human Resources Department Our District employs approximately 250 people who provide an educational environment that supports and encourages the success of our approximately 1200 students. Crookston Public Schools offers challenging and rewarding careers, good salary and benefit packages, and a work environment that supports staff and student success. Career Opportunities Region I Frontline MN Paid Family Leave Policy Supervisor's Report of Accident Employee Incident Report 403b Retirement Investment MNPFL ESST (Description is Below) The Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) law provides eligible employees with paid time off to care for their own health, care for a family member, or address safety needs related to domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. Employees accrue ESST based on hours worked Wendy Ault Human Resources/Payroll Director (218) 281-5313 Ext 2108 wendyault@isd593.org Marilyn Wahouske Executive Asst. to the Superintendent/HR (218) 281-5313 Ext 2103 marilynwahouske@isd593.org Blake Stoltman Business Manager (218) 281-5313 Ext 2105 blakestoltman@isd593.org

Human Resources Department Our District employs approximately 250 people who provide an educational environment that supports and encourages the success of our approximately 1200 students. Crookston Public Schools offers challenging and rewarding careers, good salary and benefit packages, and a work environment that supports staff and student success. Career Opportunities Region I Frontline MN Paid Family Leave Policy Supervisor's Report of Accident Employee Incident Report 403b Retirement Investment MNPFL ESST (Description is Below) The Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) law provides eligible employees with paid time off to care for their own health, care for a family member, or address safety needs related to domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. Employees accrue ESST based on hours worked Wendy Ault Human Resources/Payroll Director (218) 281-5313 Ext 2108 wendyault@isd593.org Marilyn Wahouske Executive Asst. to the Superintendent/HR (218) 281-5313 Ext 2103 marilynwahouske@isd593.org Blake Stoltman Business Manager (218) 281-5313 Ext 2105 blakestoltman@isd593.org

Notice of Filing Dates for School Board Election July 12, 2022 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the period for filing affidavits of candidacy for the office of school board member of Independent School District No. 593 shall begin on August 2, 2022, and shall close at 5:00 p.m. on August 16, 2022. The general election shall be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2022. At that election, three (3) members will be elected to the School Board for terms of four (4) years each. Affidavits of Candidacy are available from the school district clerk, 402 Fisher Avenue, Suite 593, Crookston, MN. The filing fee for this office is $2. A candidate for this office must be an eligible voter, must be 21 years of age or more on assuming office, must have been a resident of the school district from which the candidate seeks election for thirty (30) days before the general election, and must have no other affidavit on file for any other office at the same primary or next ensuing general election. The affidavits of candidacy must be filed in the office of the school district clerk and the filing fee paid prior to 5:00 o’clock p.m. on August 16, 2022. DATED: July 12, 2022 BY ORDER OF THE SCHOOL BOARD Adrianne Winger Ind. School District 593 Clerk Anyone interested in filing, can see Marilyn Wahouske in the District Office. 1/0 < Previous Next >

Eat United Summer Food Program 2021 May 28, 2021 Crookston Public Schools, in partnership with the United Way of Crookston, will be offering free grab and go summer meals for all children this summer. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Eat United Summer Food Service Program will be served as a grab and go option only to avoid congregate settings. Meals are distributed out of Highland Elementary School’s main entrance on a first come, first serve basis. When: Monday through Thursday Starting Date: June 7, 2021 Ending Date: July 29, 2021 Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm Serving Location (Grab and Go Only): Highland Elementary School 801 Central Avenue N. Grab and Go Meal Service Procedure Drive to the front of Highland Elementary School between 11:00am-12:30pm. Walk to the main entrance of the school. A school employee will meet you at the doors. The school employee will ask how many meals you will need. Children do not need to be present in order to pick up the meals. You will receive 1 breakfast and 1 lunch for each child 18 years and younger requesting a meal. Please note that if you will not be eating these items immediately, refrigerate for later consumption. Please follow CDC and MDH guidelines while picking up meals, to include wearing a mask and practicing social distancing. Meals will be handed out on a first come, first serve basis. Summer Lunch Menu 1/0 < Previous Next >

Parent Support Group May 10, 2020 Highland Parents, Please join us TOMORROW for a live, virtual support session. This will be an informal discussion and opportunity for you to ask questions and learn tips for managing anxiety and stress brought with distance learning, social distancing, and COVID-19. We will have two sessions to accommodate busy schedules, but you are welcome to join both! Session 1: 9-10 am Meeting ID: 968 0418 3679 Password: 002235 Or simply click here to join: https://nwmhc.zoom.us/j/96804183679 … Session 2: 5-6pm Meeting ID: 945 2504 3820 Password: 305319 Or simply click here to join: https://nwmhc.zoom.us/j/94525043820 … To join, open your web browser and go to join.zoom.us. Enter the meeting ID and password, listed below, and click Join. You can also join the meeting from the app on your smartphone or tablet. 1/0 < Previous Next >

The Spooky String-tacular! November 6, 2020 The 6th grade orchestra played wonderfully in their Spooky String-tacular Concert! Check out their awesome performance here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qm7Snn60oLA&t=617s 1/0 < Previous Next >

FREE Meal Service During Temporary Closure November 13, 2020 Crookston Public Schools will provide Free Meal Services during the temporary school closure on all regularly scheduled school days. There will be two options available, Grab-and-Go and Delivery. Those that are able, we ask that you utilize the Grab-and-Go option. Start Date: Monday, Nov. 23, 2020 When: During regularly scheduled school days during the temporary school closure Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Location: Highland Elementary School, 801 Central Ave. N. Contact Number: (218) 281-5313 Ext. 7 Click the following links to learn more Meal Service Procedures Menu Meal Delivery Request 1/0 < Previous Next >

2022-2023 ExCEL Award Recipient's 11/30/2022 2022-2023 EXCEL AWARD WINNERS The ExCEL Award - Excellence in Community, Education and Leadership – is a unique recognition program designed exclusively for Minnesota high school juniors who are active in school activities, who show leadership qualities, and who work voluntarily in their community. Crookston Public School District is proud to announce our nominations for this award. Caiden Boike and Halle Winjum have been selected to represent Crookston in the ExCEL Award this year. Caiden is the son of Lon and Chris Boike. Halle is the daughter of Chris and Leah Winjum. Caiden is involved in the following activities- School Activities: A Honor Roll, Band, Leo Club Athletics: Soccer, Basketball, Track and Field Fine Arts: Concert, Marching and Pep Band Community Service: Church Halle is involved in the following activities- School Activities: A Honor Roll, Student Council, LEO Club, Spirit Squad, Prom Committee, Peer Mentoring Athletics: Tennis, Basketball, Track and Field Community Service: Church Sunday School Teacher, Youth Board Member, Youth Tennis Coach, Youth Basketball Coach, Leo Club Award recipients will be selected by an independent panel of judges from schools throughout Minnesota. Each recipient will be recognized on KSTC-TV (45TV) during the broadcast of the 2022 winter tournaments. They also will participate in an on-court award ceremony during the Class AA championship game of the Girls Basketball State Tournament in March. Award winners will be announced February 6, 2023 on the MSHSL website. Congratulations Caiden Boike and Halle Winjum! 1/0 < Previous Next >

READ-A-THON November 7th 2022 Are you ready to join Dr. Seuss on a fun, 2-week reading adventure??!! Will you be able to read every day??!! You are invited to dress up for the following Dr. Seuss Themed Days during the Read-a-Thon: Mon. Nov. 7th: Dr. Seuss Day - WEAR RED AND/OR WHITE Tue. Nov 8th: Cat in the Hat - WEAR A HAT OR WEAR STRIPES Wed. Nov 9th : Oh, the Places You'll Go - WEAR A COLLEGE JERSEY OR T-SHIRT Thu. Nov 10th: One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish - WEAR RED AND/OR BLUE Fri. Nov 11th: Sleep Book - WEAR PAJAMS OR COMFY CLOTHES Mon. Nov 14th: Fox in Socks - WEAR FUN, CRAZY OR MISMATCHED SOCKS Tue. Nov 15th: Green Eggs and Ham - WEAR GREEN Wed. Nov 16th: Wacky Wednesday - WEAR WACKY CLOTHES (Mismatched, inside out or backwards) Thu. Nov 17th: The Lorax - WEAR ORANGE OR YELLOW Fri. Nov 18th: I Can Read With My Eyes Shut - WEAR A SHIRT YOU CAN READ CLASSROOM COMPETITIONS Grand Prize: $100 for Books To: Classroom that reads the most minutes / student Grade Prizes: Root Beer Float Parties To: Classroom in each grade that reads the most minutes / student 1/1 < Previous Next >

Model 1: In-Person Transition January 27, 2021 We are excited to be transitioning into Model 1 next week. Grades 7-9 will return to full in-person learning on Monday, February 1st and grades 10-12 will remain in hybrid and return on February 16th. The attached calendar reflects these changes. As we transition to Model 1 we are trying to get an accurate picture of what our numbers will look like since distance learning remains an option. We understand that some families may choose to switch learning models. We are asking that ALL parents take a minute to fill out the survey below and confirm which Learning Model you are choosing for your child. In order to maintain predictable numbers students who are opting for distance learning will not be allowed to switch models until the beginning of 4th quarter (March 29th). Click Here: CHS Learning Model Survey Please fill the survey out by Friday, January 29 Attached you will also find a document that outlines what students can expect when they return to Model 1. While distancing in classrooms cannot be guaranteed, we will continue to socially distance as much as possible. Masks are still required and strictly enforced. Students will also continue to see restrictions at lunch and in the music classes. Please review the document for more details. As we transition into Model 1 we understand that students and families are going to have plenty of questions. Please do not hesitate to reach out over the next couple of days. Thank you for your continued support of Crookston Public Schools. Eric Bubna February Calendar Model 1 Transition Model 1 Transition Information 1/0 < Previous Next >

Mr. CHS Sunday, February 26th 2023 at 2:00pm in the Auditorium 24th Annual Mr. CHS Sunday, February 26th at 2:00pm. Admission is $3.00 1/1 < Previous Next >

Farewell 2020 Retirees June 2, 2020 Crookston High School would like to thank this years retirees for many years of dedication. Congratulation, you will be greatly missed! Ray Lutovsky, Counselor (27 Years) Laurie Coauette, Nurse (23 Years) Veronica Whitehead, Special Education/ALC Teacher (19 Years) Cindy Fahser, FACS Teacher (6 years) 1/1 < Previous Next >

The 2020 Winter Activities Virtual PAC (Parent-Athlete-Coach) Meeting November 10, 2020 The 2020 Winter Activities Virtual PAC (Parent-Athlete-Coach) meeting will be released for viewing on Tuesday November 10th, 2020 at 6:00pm . This meeting will include general information and also information on how the acquisition of tickets will work for winter activities. This meeting is for all participants/parents who plan on being involved in the following activities this winter: Basketball (Boys/Girls) Girls Hockey (Boys/Girls) Wrestling Dance Team Speech One Act Play Knowledge Bowl Link to view PAC Meeting https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ubHv2wbSUI 1/0 < Previous Next >

Winter Driver Education December 7, 2021 Registration forms are due back to Highland Elementary School Principal Chris Trostad by Thursday, December 16. The first-class session will be on Friday, December 17, beginning at 5:30 p.m. and ending at 8:30 p.m. at Highland School. The class dates will be December 17th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, and the 27th through the 31st. When school is in session, weekday class times will be 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. When school is not in session, weekday class times will be 8:00-11:00 a.m. A class schedule will be handed out on the second day of class. You must be 15 years of age or older by April 30, 2022, to enroll in the Winter Driving Education course. The fee for Driver Education is $325 (Includes Classroom & 6 Hours of Behind the Wheel Instruction). The fee MUST be paid on the first day of class. Checks should be made payable to Crookston High School. Students repeating the class will pay $50. Please scan and send your driver education registration form to Mr. Trostad at christrostad@isd593.org or mail it to Highland School, 801 Central Avenue North Crookston. If you have any questions please reach Mr. Trostad at the email address above. 2021 Winter Driver Education Registration Form 1/0 < Previous Next >

COVID- 19 VACCINE OPPORTUNITY! May 13, 2021 Polk County Public Health is offering Pfizer vaccine to all adolescents 12 years of age or older to be administered on May 20th, 2021 at the Crookston High School. Pfizer requires a second dose 3 weeks later on June 10th, 2021; if vaccinated on May 20th, we will be sending the link to register for a follow up clinic which will take place at Polk County Public Health in Crookston. If the child is 12-17 years old, parental consent required. If student is 18 years of age or older, they can register/consent themselves. Please register online using Chrome Browser only : https://prepmod.health.state.mn.us//appointment/en/reg/4245913062 Please note, the time you register for is not the actual time; time will be determined with the school. All consent forms are due by Monday, May 17th at 4:30pm . If any questions, please email ashley.solie@co.polk.mn.us or holly.blilie@co.polk.mn.us or call 218-521-8350. 1/0 < Previous Next >