http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specificationDistrict Blog (News & Updates)www.isd518.netGalvez, Rhinahttp://www.isd518.netSat, 18 May 2013 21:06:06 GMTDistrict Blog (News & Updates)Fri, 10 May 2013 16:13:19 GMTWorthington ALC Artwork on displayhttp://www.isd518.net/worthington-alc-artwork-on-displayFri, 10 May 2013 05:00:00 GMTGalvez, RhinaGalvez, RhinaA Piece of Work, Inc. is pleased to announce that as the final installation of the spring 2013 “Classroom to the Gallery” project, students from Area Learning Center (ALC) will have artwork on display during the month of May.  There are two main works in the exhibition, both collaborations between the ALC Art Instructor (and APOW Member Artist) Jim Van Horn and his students.  The first, entitled “Black Tuesday,” and the second, entitled "Imperfect Minds"

 

 

 

 

 

]]>http://www.isd518.net/worthington-alc-artwork-on-displayLearning Is Not Just For Students!http://www.isd518.net/learning-is-not-just-for-studentsTue, 23 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMTStandafer, DianeStandafer, DianeYesterday District 518 celebrated the first phase of iPad implementation with the roll out of iPads to our teaching staff. It was quite a day of celebration and fun, along with a little learning too. As a tech employee in the district the first thing I think about is all the work involved for our department in getting these devices up and running for the staff and students. Each device goes through a lengthy process of setup before it's ready for the end user. With all that work to do, it's easy to get discouraged and feel as though we just have more to do! Seeing the teachers and administrators circled around their Lead Teachers during the rollout, made all that work worth it. The staff was so engaged and did a wonderful job of working with each other to utilize yet another fantastic tool in the classroom to assist in educating the children of District 518.

]]>http://www.isd518.net/learning-is-not-just-for-studentsFLY Perception Surveyhttp://www.isd518.net/fly-perception-surveyMon, 22 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMTErnst, AmyErnst, AmyOn behalf of your school district, the Southwest Marketing Advisory Center (SMAC), located on the campus of Southwest Minnesota State University, is currently conducting a longitudinal study on general attitudes and perceptions toward the new Achievement Initiative. The basic goal of the study is to gather thoughts on the earlier start date of the school year along with the ending date of the school year. The results of this study will be used to help determine the practicality of the program.

Your completion of this short survey will greatly assist in determining general views of the benefits and down falls of the program to help it become most effective for those wishing to continue with the program.

Please take the five minutes required to complete this survey online, please go to:

www.smsu.edu/go/FLYsurvey2

and follow the on-screen prompts. This will permit your views being included in the overall results. Thank you for your assistance with this study.

]]>http://www.isd518.net/fly-perception-surveySouthwest Minnesota Spelling Beehttp://www.isd518.net/ms-southwest-minnesota-spelling-beeMon, 22 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMTThuringer, Karla Thuringer, Karla

 

Southwest Minnesota Spelling Bee

Saturday, April 20 proved to be a beautiful, sunny day in more ways than one. Worthington Middle School’s Spelling Team headed to Fulda to compete in the annual Southwest Minnesota Spelling Bee. Nine area schools participated for a total of 54 superb spellers. In a combined effort, Worthington’s team: Kalea Appel, Brigitte Beall, Chris Lopez, Anna Meyer, and Davis Moore were able to bring home the 2nd place trophy. In the individual competition after the first written round of 40 words, Kalea, Chris, and Davis advanced to the second round where thirteen spellers each had to spell “accidentally, expedite, myth, strenuous, and ankle”. The scores from this round were added to their scores from the written round to determine the top five. Davis and Kalea made it to this elite group of spellers where they prevailed after many rounds, taking home the first place and second place trophies respectively. Congratulations to Davis, Kalea and our Worthington Spelling Team for a stellar performance!

]]>http://www.isd518.net/ms-southwest-minnesota-spelling-beeALC Graduation CeremonySat, 20 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMTGalvez, RhinaGalvez, RhinaALC Graduation Ceremony

The ALC Graduation Ceremony will take place on Thursday May 16th, 2013 at 6:00 PM in the ALC Gynnasium.

Congratulation ALC class of 2013!!!

]]>Student of the Monthhttp://www.isd518.net/student-of-the-month1Sat, 09 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMTGalvez, RhinaGalvez, RhinaThe ALC is honored to announce Eva Fraga as the Student of the Month for April. Eva is an exceptional and conscientious student both within and outside of the classroom. Whenever Eva encounters a difficulty with academics, she perseveres until she overcomes the challenges. She continuously demonstrates respect for everyone she comes into contact with whether it is within the academic, community or social environments. Eva’s personal determination and drive will surely bring her continued success within her bright future. Congratulations, Eva!

 

]]>http://www.isd518.net/student-of-the-month1Congratulations to Trojan wrestlershttp://www.isd518.net/congratulations-to-trojan-wrestlersTue, 05 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMTAhlberg, TomAhlberg, TomCongratulations to Trojan wrestlers Anthony Luft and Carson Hagen.

Anthony won the MSHSL Class AA Individual Wrestling State Tournament’s 120-pound championship

Worthington’s Carson Hagen, ranked 10th at 195 pounds entering the Class AA state tournament, finished fourth after dropping a 2-1 decision to Mankato West’s Tyler Jakes

]]>http://www.isd518.net/congratulations-to-trojan-wrestlersGuess Who Won The Penny Raffle?http://www.isd518.net/guess-who-wonthe-penny-raffleTue, 05 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMTThuringer, Karla Thuringer, Karla

Whoops...it wasn't exactly a raffle or a lottery but it was a vote!  Ms.Statema, You could be Mayor! 

 Congratulations Ms. Keri Statema and thank you for helping  penny collections in a fun way.

 Your red hair demise will be shared on video announcements, Tuesday the 4th of March, along with your beautiful smile.

 Kids and Adults, you did great things to fight this thing called Cancer!

 

]]>http://www.isd518.net/guess-who-wonthe-penny-raffleTranscript Requestshttp://www.isd518.net/senior-transcriptsMon, 04 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMTWood, SandyWood, SandyALL records requests must be submitted in writing.   Written statements must include your name, your date of birth, the year of graduation or years of attendance, and must include a handwritten signature.    

2013 Seniors must complete a written request form to have their final transcript and records sent to a college/university/military, etc.  For additional questions about this process, please call 507-727-1133. 

]]>http://www.isd518.net/senior-transcriptsRegion 2AA Large Group Contest Concerthttp://www.isd518.net/region-2aa-large-group-contest-concertMon, 25 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMTAhlberg, TomAhlberg, TomOver 225 Worthington High School Music Department students will be featured in the annual Region 2AA Large Group Contest Concert, sponsored by the Minnesota State High School League, on Tuesday, March 5 beginning at 7:00pm. The concert, which will be held in the Worthington High School Gym, 1211 Clary Street, is free and open to the public. Featured WHS music large groups include the WHS Orchestra, Trojan Band, Trojan Choir and WHS Concert Choir led by Melanie Loy, Jon Loy & Kerry Johnson, respectively.
Guest Adjudicators / Clinicians for this year's contest concert include Mr. Daniel Eye-Director of Bands at West Central High School, Hartford, SD; Dr. Mario Chiarello, Director of Orchestral Activities at Lincoln High School, Sioux Falls, SD and Dr. Paul Nesheim, Director of Choral Activities and Conductor of the Augustana College Choir, Sioux Falls, SD.
Musical selections being performed include Prelude and Rondo (David Holsinger), Jubilant Flourishes (Travis J. Weller) and Cumberland Cross (Carl Strommen) - Trojan Band; Tshotsholoza, (adapted by Jeffrey L. Ames) and Magnificat (Rene' Clausen) - WHS Concert Choir; Give Us Hope (Jim Papoulis), Let There Be Music (Joel Raney) and It Takes a Village (Joan Szymko) - Trojan Choir; Divertimento No. 3 in F Major, K. 138 (W. A. Mozart) and Perseus (Soon Hee Newbold) - WHS Orchestra.
The contest concert marks the only time on the school year calendar in which all of the WHS music large groups perform together and has become the highlight concert of the year.
For more information on the Region 2AA contest concert featuring the music performing groups of Worthington High School, please call WHS at #507-376-6121.

]]>http://www.isd518.net/region-2aa-large-group-contest-concertMS 5th Grade Create Valentine Boxeshttp://www.isd518.net/ms-5th-grade-create-valentine-boxesFri, 22 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMTThuringer, Karla Thuringer, Karla MS 5th Graders Create Valentine Boxes!

 

]]>http://www.isd518.net/ms-5th-grade-create-valentine-boxesMS Student Council Helps Local Studenthttp://www.isd518.net/ms-student-council-donates-to-local-studentFri, 22 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMTThuringer, Karla Thuringer, Karla

MS Student Council Helps Local Student

Every year in October, Worthington Middle School holds a fund raiser to benefit the American Cancer Society. This year during the fund raiser, the middle school student council sold bracelets, backpacks, lapel pins, necklaces and lanyards. In total, the student council raised seven hundred dollars to benefit cancer research! However, this year was different. The student council was moved by the knowledge that one of our own District 518 students was battling this terrible disease. In response, the students unanimously voted to donate five hundred dollars to the Stephanie Romero fund. The remaining funds were donated to the American Cancer Society in hopes that one day we will see an end to this disease.

 

 

]]>http://www.isd518.net/ms-student-council-donates-to-local-studentALC Feb Trojan Times Newspaperhttp://www.isd518.net/alc-feb-trojan-times-newspaperThu, 21 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMTAhlberg, TomAhlberg, TomOn Thursday, February 14th – Valentine’s Day – twenty-two ALC high school students and three mid-level students found the motivation to set their alarm clocks and arrived at school more than an hour early. The reason? An incentive field-trip.
Just before the sun made its first appearance, the students climbed aboard a waiting school bus and headed west to the historic city of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. As the bus bounced and jostled along I-90, most of the intrepid adventurers chatted in groups or listened to iPods. A few of the more pragmatic students, however, took the opportunity to reclaim the lost hour of sleep they had recently forfeited in order to make the trip.

To read the February ALC Trojan Times click here

 

]]>http://www.isd518.net/alc-feb-trojan-times-newspaperMS Book Fair Dates & Shopping Hours:http://www.isd518.net/ms-book-fair-dates-shopping-hoursWed, 06 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMTCooper, DanCooper, DanFeb. 7th 3:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Feb. 8th 7:30 am to 3:00 pm
Feb. 11th 7:30 am to 3:00 pm
Feb. 12th 7:30 am to 12:30 pm.

 

Hope to see you there!
Media Center Staff

P.S. If you cannot make it to the Bookfair you may go online February 2 to February 15 to place an order which will be delivered to the school.

The address is: http://bookfairs.scholastic.com/homepage/worthingtonmiddleschool1

]]>http://www.isd518.net/ms-book-fair-dates-shopping-hoursRegister A Studenthttp://www.isd518.net/register-a-studentTue, 05 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMTDistrictDistrictWe are happy to welcome you and your child to our school!

When coming to register a student to attend Worthington School District, please plan on spending some time doing paperwork. We will make it as simple as possible.

In order to register a student, you will need to bring the following:

  • Immunization records-WE CANNOT REGISTER THE STUDENT WITHOUT THEM!
  • Birth certificate
  • Guardianship papers/custody papers (if applicable)
  • Current physical (if applicable)
  • Recent report card/copy of transcript
  • IEP or 504 plan (if applicable)
  • Previous school’s phone number and fax number
  • Information related to current residence (utility bill, lease, etc.)

We also have a packet of information that will need to be filled out.


]]>http://www.isd518.net/register-a-studentHairspray Musical coming soon!!http://www.isd518.net/hairspray-musical-coming-soonTue, 29 Jan 2013 06:00:00 GMTAhlberg, TomAhlberg, TomThe Worthington High Music Department is performing the Musical Hairspray January 31st through February 3rd at the Memorial Auditorium. Tickets are available at the door.

]]>http://www.isd518.net/hairspray-musical-coming-soonProposed School Calendar for 2013-14http://www.isd518.net/proposed-school-calendar-for-2013-14Mon, 28 Jan 2013 06:00:00 GMTAhlberg, TomAhlberg, TomThe District 518 School Board approved the 2013-2014 School calendar on January 15, 2013. This calendar may change dependent on MDE's decision on the Flexible Learning Year application.

2013-2014 Calendar.pdf

]]>http://www.isd518.net/proposed-school-calendar-for-2013-14MS Parent/Teacher Conferenceshttp://www.isd518.net/ms-parentteacher-conferences3Mon, 14 Jan 2013 06:00:00 GMTThuringer, Karla Thuringer, Karla Middle School Parent/Teacher Conferences will be on February 7th at 3:30 - 8:00. 

There will be high school registration meeting for the 8th graders and their parents in the band room at 5:00 and 6:30.  Mr. Karelis will be here to go over the registration process.

]]>http://www.isd518.net/ms-parentteacher-conferences3Worthington 9th-12th Grade Credit Recovery Optionshttp://www.isd518.net/worthington-9th-12th-grade-credit-recovery-optionsMon, 14 Jan 2013 06:00:00 GMTAhlberg, TomAhlberg, TomThe Worthington Area Learning Center (ALC) is an alternative model that provides a variety of educational programs leading to a high school diploma.
Each school year students from district 518 and other area districts are enrolled in one of three diploma-granting programs.
Who qualifies for Credit Recovery at the Worthington Area Learning Center?
· Learners who have fallen behind in making progress toward high school graduation

· Learners who benefit from a small school setting that can fit their individual needs

· Learners who have dropped out of school and want to return to complete their high school education

Day Classes- 8:00 a.m. - 2:47 p.m. The School Day Program provides a positive, safe and structured learning environment with block scheduling.
Night Classes- 3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Students may be enrolled in the ALC and another school at the same time. Dual learners attend ALC classes after 3:30 p.m. Note: Both day and night classes follow our district Calendar
Summer School- Month of June (A student can earn up to 1.5 credits). High school summer school gives students the opportunity to make up missed credits from the regular school year in core academic areas. Course offerings are dependent upon the number of students enrolled. To receive credit for a class, students must attend all class sessions and complete all homework assignments. Students and families are responsible for transportation to and from classes.
The Worthington ALC is dedicated to meeting your needs in a caring, supportive learning environment.
If you have any additional questions regarding ISD 518 Credit Recovery Programming please contact:
Nate Hanson
ALC Assistant Principal/Targeted Services Coordinator
(507)372-1605 or (507)329-6247
nate.hanson@isd518.net

]]>http://www.isd518.net/worthington-9th-12th-grade-credit-recovery-optionsStudent of the Monthhttp://www.isd518.net/student-of-the-monthMon, 07 Jan 2013 06:00:00 GMTGalvez, RhinaGalvez, RhinaRafael Morales has been selected as ALC’s student of the month!  With his determination and dedication, he makes an excellent choice for student of the month.   This month Rafael has been exceeding the expectations of his teachers.  He works hard, turns in his work on time, and has a great attitude about school.  He always strives to do his best work.  He has really made learning a priority.  Congratulations Rafael!  Keep up the great work! 

 

 

]]>http://www.isd518.net/student-of-the-monthNational Geobee 2012http://www.isd518.net/national-geobee-2012Wed, 19 Dec 2012 06:00:00 GMTCooper, DanCooper, DanCongratulations to our Geobee Champion Vince Riley!  Also to the runner-up Taylor McCarvel and Kyle Janssen who placed Third.

 

 

 

]]>http://www.isd518.net/national-geobee-2012Accreditation Surveyhttp://www.isd518.net/accreditation-survey-click-hereWed, 05 Dec 2012 06:00:00 GMTErnst, AmyErnst, AmyDistrict 518 is undergoing Accreditation, a school improvement process, and we would like your input! Parents and students, please give feedback about your school by clicking on the link below and completing the survey. NOTE TO PARENTS: You may complete one survey for each school building you have a child in. For example, if you have a child at Prairie Elementary and the Middle School, you may complete the survey two times, one for each building; the link is the same.

Link for parents: http://www.advanc-ed.org/survey/public/8580212
Link for students in grades K-2: http://www.advanc-ed.org/survey/public/7952834
Link for students in grades 3-4: http://www.advanc-ed.org/survey/public/7650909
Link for students in grades 5-12: http://www.advanc-ed.org/survey/public/4897612

The online version is available in English. A paper copy of the survey is available in Spanish and can be picked up at the West building in room 109.

Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts!

]]>http://www.isd518.net/accreditation-survey-click-hereMinnesota Student Surveyhttp://www.isd518.net/minnesota-student-surveyWed, 07 Nov 2012 06:00:00 GMTStandafer, DianeStandafer, DianeIn spring 2013, Minnesota Department of Education in partnership with the Departments of Health, Human Services, and Public Safety, will be administrating the ninth Minnesota Student Survey to students in grades 5, 8, 9, and 11. This year’s online survey administration will include questions about school, out-of-school time activities, health, and behavior. The goal is to provide students, parents, schools, and communities a dynamic vehicle for on-going communication about issues vital to the health, safety, and academic success of youth.

 

]]>http://www.isd518.net/minnesota-student-surveyField Triphttp://www.isd518.net/field-trip2Mon, 05 Nov 2012 06:00:00 GMTGalvez, RhinaGalvez, RhinaOn Monday, October 29, a group of 31 students and three teachers from the Worthington ALC took a trip to St. Paul to visit the Science Museum of Minnesota.  After arrival, students were able to view an interactive demonstration of how our Earth's weather works.  Later, they viewed a documentary called "Tornado Alley" in the Omnitheather, and explored a variety of exhibits, including "Lost Egypt" and "Human Body Cell Lab".  These ALC students took an active role in learning, and had a blast doing it!  Congratulations to all students who earned the opportunity to participate!

 

]]>http://www.isd518.net/field-trip2District 518 Choirshttp://www.isd518.net/district-518-choirsWed, 24 Oct 2012 05:00:00 GMTStandafer, DianeStandafer, DianeMonday, October 22, the WMS/WHS Choirs joined forces to entertain the public with some amazing singing. The choir directors did an outstanding job of bringing out the best in our students. To see one of the mass numbers, "Why We Sing", click here...  

]]>http://www.isd518.net/district-518-choirsHonoring the Fallenhttp://www.isd518.net/honoring-the-fallenMon, 15 Oct 2012 05:00:00 GMTGalvez, RhinaGalvez, RhinaArt students from the Area Learning Center (ALC) stand Tuesday – the 11th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2011, terrorist attacks – with the abstract piece “Black Tuesday,” which approximately 50 ALC students created during the 2011-2012 school year to commemorate the attacks. The work, which was recognized with a Merit Award at April’s Area Art Show at the Nobles County Art Center, currently hangs at the ALC.


]]>http://www.isd518.net/honoring-the-fallenALC Student of the Monthhttp://www.isd518.net/alc-student-of-the-month2Thu, 11 Oct 2012 05:00:00 GMTGalvez, RhinaGalvez, RhinaThe ALC is proud to announce Laura Gaytan as December's Student of the Month.  During the course of the month, Laura Gaytan has stood out as an exceptionally hard worker.  During class, her thoroughness and attention to detail has not gone unnoticed.  It is not uncommon to see Laura taking extra notes or reading outside of class to better her understanding of the material.  As a classmate, Laura works well with her peers - respecting differences and encouraging others to succeed.  It is clear that Laura has set high goals for herself - ones she will certainly achieve.  Congratualtions, Laura!


 

]]>http://www.isd518.net/alc-student-of-the-month2Mid Level Alternative Programhttp://www.isd518.net/mid-level-alternative-programTue, 02 Oct 2012 05:00:00 GMTGalvez, RhinaGalvez, Rhina

 

The Middle Level Alternative Program took a quick trip into Lakefield on Friday, September 28th to help assemble meals for children in orphanages across the globe. The meals also can go to areas of the world where natural disasters have made access to healthy food very difficult. The seven middle school students and their chaperones assembled just over 300 meals in the forty-five minutes! Each student had a different job on the assembly line, from adding soy meal, rice, vitamins or carrots, to weighing, sealing, and packing the bags. As each person got more efficient, the team was able to increase the speed of production and really pack those boxes. Way to go students!

]]>http://www.isd518.net/mid-level-alternative-programMN West Worthington Career Expohttp://www.isd518.net/mn-west-worthington-career-expoMon, 01 Oct 2012 05:00:00 GMTGalvez, RhinaGalvez, RhinaOn Wednesday, September 26th, seven students from the Worthington ALC attended the Career Expo sponsored by the Southwest/West Central Service Cooperative at the MN West campus. While in attendance, students visited a variety of interactive booths gaining information on a number of jobs available to them post-graduation and post college. In addition to the booths, students attended a game show put on by the event. This game show was designed around the Price-is-Right and asked for active audience participation and individual involvement from each school. The audience consisted of four local schools including the Worthington High School and the Worthington ALC. Each school answered a number of questions on topics focusing on job need and growth, job specifics, and education. After the final round, the Worthington ALC was tied in first with Beaver Creek High School. During the tie-breaker round, Marina Peralta represented the Worthington ALC keeping them neck-and-neck for 5 questions. The final question that ended the game questioned the salary of a physical therapist. With several of her classmates helping, Peralta submitted the correct answer bringing home to trophy for the Worthington ALC. In an audience of about 80 students, the seven Worthington ALC students walked home proud of their accomplishment.

]]>http://www.isd518.net/mn-west-worthington-career-expoCollege and Careerhttp://www.isd518.net/college-and-careerMon, 01 Oct 2012 05:00:00 GMTGalvez, RhinaGalvez, Rhinahttp://www.isd518.net/Websites/isd518/images/Schools/ALC/XXWhee.pdf

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