Baraga Area Schools

Reminder: all students in grades 9-12 will be taking the SAT/PSAT tomorrow beginning at 8:30 am. Virtual students are expected to be here as well. Seniors will be released after the SAT is over, but all other face to face kids will go back to class after their test. Virtual students, or students who were absent yesterday, will remain in the testing room longer to fill out the ID portion of the test. Virtual students need to arrange transportation to/from school for this test day. Call the office or contact Mrs. Rinkinen with any questions or concerns.

Families, Here is a site that has some frequently asked questions about the new facial covering requirements. Please take a look if you have questions regarding this issue. https://www.michigan.gov/coronavirus/0,9753,7-406-98178_98455-535121--,00.html

Mrs. Wisniewski got some much needed help from Mrs. Gallup and Mr. Davidson setting up all the new Chromebooks that finally arrived. We were so excited! Look at how excited Mrs. Gallup looks!

The Valorant Team will have their match soon...stay tuned into the action on twitch.tv/baraga_vikings_esports!

No, it's not ghostbusters, it's just Porter making use of our newest cleaning tool. The sprayer is used to sanitize and make safe surfaces in the classrooms and throughout the building for students and teachers.

The JH/HS will be handing out Progress Reports today, so be sure to ask your student to see it. The elementary will be handing theirs out on Monday.

Witches by Roald Dahl party in 2nd grade today. The students ate all the chocolate with the mouse maker formula

The Baraga Rocket League is competing in its very first season match against Durand High School. Follow the action live at: https://twitch.tv/baraga_vikings_esports

To Baraga Families: An office staff member has tested positive for COVID-19. With the safety precautions the school has in place there was very minimal risk to the safety and health of staff and students.

Due to new orders set by Director Gordon of the Health and Human Services Department, starting Monday, October 12, all TK-12 students and staff will be required to wear a facial covering at all times.

Seniors and Parents: remember tonight is FAFSA Night! We are meeting in the little gym from 5:30-7:00. You'll need your 2019 tax information and your social security numbers. Please follow our school's safety protocols by wearing masks and social distancing. We hope to see you there!

International Club Meeting Announcement Come learn more about some unique travel opportunities to Europe and Costa Rica for Baraga High School students! It’s more important now than ever to understand other cultures and what connects us. Ms. Heikkinen will be holding a virtual info session on October 14th at 6:30 PM to share all the details. Register here by October 13th to receive the Google Meet link: bit.ly/2Hu2G8r

We will be distributing meals the week of October 9th on Thursday, October 8th, due to the Teacher In-Service on Friday. We are grateful to be able to offer free breakfast and lunch to all children under the age of 18 or any special needs adult under the age of 26, who are currently enrolled as a Virtual Student at Baraga Area Schools. Please indicate below if you want the school to provide food for your child(ren). If you select "yes" below, you MUST pick up food on FRIDAY between the hours of 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. Only a parent/guardian may pick up food for their child(ren). PLEASE SUBMIT THIS ORDER FORM BY NOON ON MONDAY, OCTOBER 12th. Click on the link below. This form is for the month of October. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1P2K1w4a9YpDtqkb_4FAX5HztfY0Z2S54CY6gSYu_d3o

Update: Due to the potential for changes in guidance from our state, we will NOT be implementing any new safety protocols for the week of October 5th. Things will run as they did since the beginning of school (facial coverings for 6-12 at all times and only in common areas for TK-5) until we get more information on what these changes mean for us. Thank you for your cooperation as we continue to work through everything. See you tomorrow. *Also remember there is no school for students on Friday the 9th due to a professional development day for staff.

To Our Baraga Families: Due to rising coronavirus numbers in the area, the Governor will be moving our region to Phase 4 on October 9th. This causes some changes to the safety protocols schools must follow according to the MI Safe Schools Roadmap and executive orders. The requirement of facial coverings for all TK-12 students and staff is one of those changes. Baraga Schools will start to practice implementing this on Monday so that everyone has some time to get adjusted. We are asking that all students come to school with a facial covering on Monday, October 5th. Remember to take your cloth facial coverings home each night to wash them or get a new disposable one each day. We know this isn't easy but we are dedicated to keeping the school safe for face-to-face learning. The older kids have been doing such a great job adhering to these requirements. Wash your hands often, cover your coughs and sneezes, practice social distancing, and stay healthy.  #VIKINGSTRONG https://www.uppermichiganssource.com/app/2020/10/02/upper-michigan-moves-back-to-phase-4/?fbclid=IwAR3_B2BcTw-jIcTlr8V1TZhZ4BiC3y3cCvWDrVdCdsXt3UgEo3lQyErZGOU

A big shout out and thank you to the Houghton Walmart for the donation of over $3000 in school supplies to Baraga Area Schools

COVID-19 tests will be available to anyone this Saturday, October 3, from 9 AM to 2 PM at the Gates Tennis Center. Testing is available at no cost to you. Please see the flyer for more information.

Our Rocket League team has its first Pre-Season match today against Loy Norrix High School. You can catch all the action at: https://twitch.tv/baraga_vikings_esports

The following links are for those parents and students who are unable to make it to the online learning platform tutorial session we are hosting tonight. APEX: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_LE1sRnXP0 1.) On the Apex Learning website (apexlearning.com) there is link to Resources for Families. https://www.apexlearning.com/family-resources Resources for Families | Apex Learning Apex Learning has successfully helped students across the country earn credits, fill learning gaps, and prepare for important tests. We take our responsibility to educating students seriously and are pleased to provide you with information to help you support your student. www.apexlearning.com Parents can scroll to the section called My Student is using Courses. What do Courses do? And below that is a section How Can I Help My Student Who Is Working From Home? 2.) Parents are encouraged to review the Student Getting Started section of Help along with the students. It's a 6-minute 'course' on navigating the student dashboard and the Courses. There is also a PDF companion document. Students can launch this from the Help tab when they are logged in. Help > Getting Stated > Student Getting Started > Getting Started: Courses https://support.apexlearning.com/help/gs-student/courses

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