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Community Education. "Strengthening families through support and education." Early Childhood Family Education. Safety Town. Summer Camp Community Education STRENGTHENING FAMILIES THROUGH EDUCATION AND SUPPORT Early Childhood Family Education Safety Town Adult Basic Education Online Adult Education Courses (ROCC) ENROLL TODAY! Click image to start 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

Our school's Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) exists to enhance the school experience for Washington students.  This group of volunteers sole purpose is to establish and nurture a close relationship between the parents, teachers, and students.   Washington Parent Advisory Council The shift in grades at Washington School also brings about a change in the title and purpose to the parent group associated with Early Childhood Family Education and School Readiness. The Parent Advisory Council is seeking a diverse group of parents to assist in program planning and decision-making at our school. Involved parents will be supported and empowered through advocacy skills as family engagement is strengthened. Community professionals will also be welcome to provide input and guidance. Meetings will be held at Washington School from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Please notify the office in advance if you plan to request care for your child during the meeting by calling 281-2762. Meeting Dates Tuesday, November 11, 2025 Tuesday, January 13, 2026 Tuesday, March 10, 2026 Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Contact Gina Gunderson Early Childhood Coordinator Phone: (218) 281-2762 ext. 2503 Email: ginagunderson@isd593.org What does PAC Support? Read-a-thon I Love to Read Month Staff Appreciation Week Classroom Enhancement PAC Family Picnic Harvest Festival Winter Fun Day

If you are returning or new to Crookston Public Schools you will need complete the following forms. SUPPLY LISTS 2025/2026 School Readiness Kindergarten 1st Grade 2nd Grade 3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade Middle School

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. MONDAY/TUESDAY Highland 7:45am – 3:35pm WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY Crookston High School 7:45am – 3:35pm FRIDAY Washington 7:45am – 11:00am Highland 11:00am – 3:35pm 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. Medication 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 Student 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 Student Services. "Helping Students Acheive Academic Success." Title I. English Language Learner. American Indian Program. STUDENT SERVICES HELPING STUDENTS ACHIEVE ACADEMIC SUCCESS Title I English Language Learner American Indian Program TITLE I Title I Title I provides services to students who may need extra help in reading and/or math. Placement is based on classroom teacher recommendations, student performance on FastBridge, and MCA (Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment) tests. Academic goals are created for each student in the program. When these goals are achieved or they have reached proficiency on the assessments, the student is dismissed from the Title I program. Parent Resources Parent & Family Engagement Policy Parent & Family Engagement Policy (Spanish) Colorin' Colorado Khan Academy Reading Rockets Title I Coordinator Sara Geist sarageist@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 ext. 2414 Multi-Cultural Education AMERICAN INDIAN PROGRAM ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNER English Language EL teachers provide students with small-group attention based on their proficiency level and specific language areas. Though instruction does not occur in the mainstream classroom, the EL teacher(s) support classroom instruction by teaching the same skills aligned to the core curriculum. learn more ELL Coordinator Kate Mulvey katemulvey@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 ext. 2465 American Indian Program The American Indian Education Program works to provide Native students opportunities to culture, language and student advocacy through 1:1 support, family engagement and educational networks. Our goal is to improve American Indian Student achievement and graduation rates. learn more American Indian Liason Dave Emanuel daveemanuel@isd593.org (218) 281-5600 ext. 2406

The Crookston Early Childhood Initiative supports parents of children ages birth through five in the crucial role they have in preparing children for success in school, the workplace and life. View the ECFE Newsletter to learn about classes offered and how to register. Early Childhood Family Education What is ECFE? Early Childhood Family Education, a program of Crookston Community Education, offers classes and activities for parent and their children ages birth thru 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. ECFE Classes/Registration Register Here Classes and Events for You and Your Child Learn more about ECFE Gina Gunderson Early Childhood Coordinator 724 University Ave. Crookston, MN 56716 Phone: (218) 281- 2762 E mail: ginagunderson@isd593.org 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 provide 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!

Academics Graduation Requirements To earn a diploma from Crookston High School, you must earn 24 credits as listed in the academic areas. You can check your progress on Skyward under the Graduation Requirements tab. English- 4.0 Credits English 9 (1.0 credit) English 10 (1.0 credit) English 11 - selected from various English courses (1.0 credit) English 12 - selected from various English courses (1.0 credit) Social Studies- 4.0 Credits Social 9 (0.5 credit) *for graduating classes 2024 - 2027 Personal Finance (0.5 credit) *for graduating classes 2028 and beyond Geography (0.5 credit) World History (1.0 credit) US History (1.0 credit) Economics (0.5 credit) American Government (0.5 credit) Mathematics- 3.0 Credits Intermediate Algebra (1.0 credit) Geometry (1.0 credit) Algebra 2 (1.0 credit) Science- 3.0 Credits Earth and Space Science (1.0 credit) for graduating classes 2028 and beyond Physical Science (1.0 credit) for graduating classes 2024 - 2027 Earth and Space Science for graduating classes 2028 and beyond Biology (1.0 credit) Chemistry, Integrated Chemistry and Physics, or Physics (1.0 credit) Physical Education and Health- 1.0 Credit (0.5 credit each) Physical Education (0.5 credit) Health (0.5 credit) Art- 1.0 Credit Art Elective (1.0 credit) Electives- 8.0 Credits Students must earn an additional 8.0 credits from selected elective classes throughout grades 9-12. More Resources High School Timeli nes Seniors Juniors Course Registration Guide PSEO & College in the High School CHS Courses / Career Pathways Programs/Opportunities Testing Calendar College Class Options Crookston High School offers college credit through three different o ptions: 1. College in the High School (CIHS) 2. Post-Secondary Enrollment Option (PSEO) 1. College In the High School CIHS Program Mission is for students to earn college and high school credit simultaneously, in the high school setting, while transitioning into a post-secondary mindset. Students learn time management, practice independent and critical thinking skills, shoulder a new levels of accountability, all while learning rigorous content. The College in the High School program is a dual enrollment partnership between Crookston High School and the University of Minnesota Crookston . 2. Postsecondary Enrollment Option (PSEO) T aking PSEO courses comes with a lot of responsibility. You are a college student, needing to communicate with your professor, keeping up with your assignments and grades. CHS can not communicate with your professors; therefore PSEO is 100% student responsibility. PSEO students should stay connected to CHS for any announcements etc. Students are able to take PSEO courses at a MN post-secondary institution offering PSEO classes if the s tudent is at a Sophomore (limited options), Junior or Senior status, and meets admissions requirements of the institution. These courses are taken at the post-secondary institution of choice, and the courses are dual credit (counting toward High School diploma and College degree). CHS students do not pay tuition and fees. They are responsible for their own transportation. Classes offered is dependent on the institutions PSEO courses offered. Students must work closely with the school counselor to ensure high school graduation requirements are also met. Since PSEO is student responsibility, any failed PSEO classes could jeopardize graduation status. *In order to register for PSEO courses you must notify CHS of intent to participate in the PSEO program prior to May 31st for Fall semesters and October 1st for Spring semesters each school year.

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 top 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 through. 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 you the student has any concerns or needs to talk, please stop by the Counseling Office or call so we can help you right away! More Resources Virtual Calming Room **If you or someone you know need immediate assistance or are in a crisis please use the resources below: Alluma Crisis Line: phone: 1-800-282-5005 https://www.nwmhc.org/ National Suicide Prevention: phone: 1-800-273-8255 https://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 Schools Parents & Students Resourses. Activities Registration & Payments. Calendar-Activities. Calendar-District. District Policies. Driver Education. Gmail. Menus. Meal Payments. Music Department. Parchment (Order Transcript). School Age Care. Skyward Family Access. Staff Directory PARENTS & STUDENTS Activities Registration & Payments Bullying & Harassment Incident Intake Form Calendar - Activities Calendar - District District Policies Driver Education Gmail Library Catalog Menus Meal Payments Parchment (Order Transcript) Safe Learning Plan School Age Care Skyward Family Access Staff Directory Student Registation Testing Calendar (District) MCA Testing Schedule (Highland) MCA Testing Schedule (Secondary) Transportation Yearbook Order

Highland Elementary School is located at 801 Central Avenue North in Crookston MN, 56716 and serves students grades 1-6. Highland Elementary School 1000014291 1/61 PTO TITLE I HANDBOOK CHILDCARE I CAN STATEMENTS SUPPLY LIST Contact Us: 801 Central Avenue North Crookston, MN 56716 Tel: (218) 281-5600 Fax: (218) 281-6166 Office Hours: Monday-Friday 7:45 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. IND AST IT MEET THE ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM Chris Trostad Principal Phone: (218) 281-5600 ext. 2409 Email: christrostad@isd593.org Jana Hodgson Administrative Assistant Phone: (218) 281-5600 ext. 2401 Email: janahodgson@isd593.org Crystal Rock Administrative Assistant Phone: (218) 281-5600 ext. 2402 Email: crystalrock@isd593.org

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 Law. 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. Home School Forms & Information Initial Registration Form for Unaccredited Nonpublic School - Due Oct. 1 Letter of Intent to Continue to Provide Instruction - Due Oct. 1 Aids to Nonpublic Schools Form - Due Oct. 1 List of State-Recognized Accrediting Agencies MDE Home School Q & A Home School Contacts Marilyn Wahouske 402 Fisher Avenue, Suite 593 Crookston, MN 56716 Phone: (218) 281-5313 ext. 2103 Email: marilynwahouske@isd593.org Executive Assistant to the Superintendent Randal Bruer 402 Fisher Avenue, Suite 593 Crookston, MN 56716 Phone: (218) 281-5313 ext. 2102 Email: randybruer@isd593.org Superintendent