Testing Schedule CHS/CSM MCA Testing Windows April 6th-8th Grade Reading 6th-8th Grade Math 10th Grade Reading 11th Grade Math April - May 8th Grade Science HS Science Make-ups for 6th-12th Math & Reading May Make-ups for 6th-12th Science MCAs HES MCA Testing Windows April 3rd-4th Grade Reading 3rd Grade Math 4th Grade Math 5th Grade Reading April - May 4th Grade Math 5th Grade Math May 5th Grade Science Math (3rd-5th) - March 2 - May 1 Reading(3rd-5th) - March 2 - May 1 Science (5th) - March 2 - May 8 CHS/CSM/HES Fast Bridge Testing Windows Fall Sept. 8-Oct. 9 Winter Dec 8 - Jan. 29 Spring Apr 26 - May 21 CHS/CSM/HES ACCESS Testing Window Spring Feb 1 - Mar 26

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. Join our Team Payroll Specialist - F/T Kitchen Helper - Highland Elementary School Bus Driver Paraprofessional 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 Testing Schedule 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 Grades K-5 Announcements Before & After School Care Daily Schedule (K-5) I Can Statements Kindergarten Standards Multi-Cultural Education Parent/Student Handbook Pictures Parent Teacher Organization Testing Schedule 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) Early Childhood ( Birth to Age 5) School Readiness Early Childhood Family Education Early Childhood Screening Daily Schedule (School Readiness) Registration Pre-K School Supply Lists Staff Directory 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.

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)

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Early Childhood Screening 2027 Screening Dates March 10,11,12 Click here for Booklet Highland School 801 Central Avenue N Crookston, MN 56716 For more information contact: 218-281-5600 Why Early Childhood Screening? The Minnesota Department of Education, Health and Human Services say: "To assure school readiness screen early starting at age three." What to Expect This information is for young children and their families. Read this with your child so they know what to expect when they come to Early Childhood Screening. Welcome to Screening When you come to screening, you will receive a backpack with school supplies you get to take home after screening. Paperwork Paperwork will be mailed to your home. Please bring the completed paperwork with you to your appointment. Height and Weight You will be measured and weighed to see how much you have grown! Developmental Screening Then you will go with a teacher who will do fun activities with you. You will work with blocks, use a pencil, and look at pictures. Vision Screening Your eyes will be checked. A grown-up points to a picture on the wall and you will point to the one on the table that matches. Hearing Screening Your hearing will be checked. You get to put on headphones like big kids wear when they listen to music. Listen hard and when you hear a little sound through the headphones, raise your hand. Speech & Language Screening You will look at and talk about pictures and objects with a grown-up. Health, History, & Exit Interview Finally, the adults will talk about how well you did today and how much fun you had! Screening IS : A way to identify possible conditions that affect a child's ability to learn and develop. Intended to increase parent understanding of their child's development, school readiness, and early childhood opportunities in our community. Screening IS NOT : A predictor of future intellectual ability Designed to generate diagnostic labels like "learning disabled" An IQ test We hope screening will be a good experience for you and your child. Please contact us if you have any questions.

School Readiness Click here for Booklet Creating a Foundation for Lifelong Learners Kids can't wait to learn! When is School Readiness offered? School Readiness is a program funded by the Minnesota Department of Education to offer services to all families in the school district. We offer half and full day class options 5 days a week (Monday-Friday), September thru May. School Readiness follows the School District Calendar. Highland School 801 Central Avenue N Crookston, MN 56716 For more information contact: 218-281-5600 A preschool program for 4 and 5 year olds provided by the Crookston Public Schools, partially funded by the MN Department of Education. School Readiness Teachers: Brigette Burzette-DeLeon B.S. Early Childhood Education Karen Brekken B.S. Early Childhood Education Jenni Knutson B.S. Early Childhood Education Crookston Public Schools Staff: Gina Gunderson , Early Childhood Coordinator, Early Childhood Family Education, Licensed Parent Educator What will children do? Each day's activities will include the following: Reading Time: Children are given time to explore books, listen to books being read, discuss books and engage in activities that familiarize them with print and the alphabet. Small Group Time: Children will take part in a teacher guided activity encouraging hands-on activity to explore a topic of interest. Reading, writing, science and social studies are an integral part of the small group activity. Large Group Time: Children converse, sing songs, play games and move to music. Free Choice Time: Children may utilize the following activity centers: Art Center, Reading Center, Building Center, Sand/Water Center, Puzzle and Game Center, Role Play Center, or Music Center . Clean-up time: Children will tidy the classroom, prepare for snack, and use the bathroom. Active Time: Children will play on a well-equipped playground or in a gross motor space, move to music, or play an active group game. Snack Time: Children will serve themselves and enjoy a nutritious snack and beverage as well as enjoy conversation. What role do parents play? Parents are welcome to visit their child's classroom anytime. The door is always "open"! Parents are welcome to volunteer in the classroom and are encouraged to share special talents, skills, or interests they may have. Special evening events are planned for School Readiness and are fun for the whole family. Parent-teacher communication is valued and appreciated. Parents may feel free to stop in, call the teacher, email, or send notes in their child's backpack. Teachers communicate through a social media platform to keep parents informed of their child's activities and progress. Parent conferences are held twice a year, and parents are welcome to arrange a conference with the teacher at other times as needed. How do children learn? At School Readiness we believe.... Children enjoy learning. Children are active learners who learn by having a carefully prepared environment, choices, freedom, and· time to work and play cooperatively with peers. Children need relevant curriculum that is based on observing children's interests, and listening to their questions. Children need curriculum that is differentiated for each child based on differences in developmental levels, learning styles, and individual life experiences. Children will benefit most from a curriculum valuing academic achievement in balance with nurturing healthy self-esteem and caring relationships. Children need positive discipline and guidance if they are to develop inner self-control and self-discipline. Children's most important teachers are their parents. Parents are respected and appreciated for the important role they play in the education of their child both inside and outside the classroom. What is the cost of School Readiness ? School Readiness is a program funded by the Minnesota Department of Education to offer services to all families in the school district. Scholarships may be available for students that are not Kindergarten eligible. This ensures that all families are able to participate in School Readiness and are not denied access for inability to pay. Those families, who are able to pay, are charged a sliding fee based on the school lunch application. The following tuition rates have been established for the 2026-2027 school year based on 5 half days or 5 full days per week: A family meeting the guidelines for free meals will pay $0 a year. A family not meeting the guidelines (over income) will pay: Full Day Tuition- $2,250.00 per year Half Day Tuition-$1, 750.00 per year A family meeting the guidelines for reduced meals will pay: Full Day Tuition- $1,687.50 per year Half Day Tuition-$1312.50 per year Why attend School Readiness? Experts say, by age five 75% of a child's brain is developed. During this period of development, the learning that takes place establishes a foundation for success in school, the workplace, and life. School Readiness will build on the foundation laid by parents and further enhance the brain development and learning that is taking place during the preschool years. Children will benefit from the guidance of a qualified preschool teacher with a four year degree in Early Childhood Education. School Readiness will provide a carefully planned educational program and a stimulating environment where children grow and develop physically, socially, emotionally, intellectually, and their use of language. This growth and development will form a solid foundation for academic learning, and allow children to transition to kindergarten with confidence and ease. Most importantly, School Readiness will provide children with happy days that are filled with opportunities to discover, explore, create, sing, laugh, dance, play, learn, and grow! What will children Learn? School Readiness promotes Minnesota's Early Learning Standards and supports the following areas of a child's growth and development: Physical Development: Children are provided with a safe, clean environment, a nutritious snack and beverage, active play and time to relax. Good dental, health and safety habits are stressed and practiced. Emotional Development: A child's self-esteem is nurtured. An awareness of feelings and how to respond to feelings in constructive ways is emphasized. Social Development: Encouraging friendships, building a sense of community, facilitating cooperation, and helping children to resolve conflicts in positive ways are important goals throughout each day. Language Development: Children have the opportunity to utilize spoken and written language and to build a more extensive receptive and expressive vocabulary. Children have the opportunity to develop an interest in print and knowledge of printed language. Intellectual Development: Children develop new concepts and skills that lay the foundation for academic learning. They have the opportunity to ask questions and pursue answers. Activities and op,portunities are provided that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving appropriate to their developmental level and learning style.

Early Childhood Family Education Gina Gunderson Early Childhood Coordinator 801 Central Avenue North Crookston, MN 56716 Phone: (218) 281- 5600 Email: ginagunderson@isd593.org ECFE Classes/Registration ECFE Newsletter Learn more about ECFE Dolly Parton's Imagination Library 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 218-281-5600 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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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

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

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

​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 .

Grades K-5 Announcements Before & After School Care Daily Schedule (K-5) I Can Statements Kindergarten Standards Multi-Cultural Education Parent/Student Handbook Pictures Parent Teacher Organization Testing Schedule Grades 3-5 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) ECFE Early Childhood ( Birth to Age 5) School Readiness Early Childhood Family Education Early Childhood Screening Daily Schedule (School Readiness) DPIL Registration Registration Pre-K School Supply Lists Staff Directory Title 1 Services

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! 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 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

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. Rick Niemela Transportation Director 910 3rd Ave NE Crookston, MN 56716 Phone: (218) 281-5444 Fax: (218) 470-0228 rickniemela@isd593.org 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 Joint Custody Calendar

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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

Highland PTO Marge Koepsell PTO Chair Burken.1102@gmail.com 701-851-0032 Tina Mason PTO CO-Chair/Secretary tinamason@isd593.org 218-289-3650 Kayse Thompson krmix89@hotmail.com 218-289-6694 Dave Kuehn Principal davekuehn@isd593.org Greg Garmen Principal greggarmen@isd593.org 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! 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)

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

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

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.

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

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 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. Application for Educational Benefits 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