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The Federal and State Government is requiring schools to gather input from their communities, staff, parents and students regarding services/programs to support students with in-person learning in the COVID environment.

We are asking that you consider completing this short survey that will provide the district with your input as we prepare a COVID budget to support students over the next two years.

Budget Plan

News & Updates

  • State ACCESS Testing for Language Learners Will Proceed This Year

    State ACCESS testing for language learners will proceed this year. Students will need to attend school and take the test in person. All COVID-19 protocols will be in place to ensure a safe environment. For more information click below. Data and Assessment: https://www.isd518.net/district/dept-of-teaching-and-learning/data-assessment/ District Webpage: https://www.isd518.net/ Inside… District District Office COVID-19 Dashboard Listening Session School… Continue Reading

    January 19, 2021

  • Este año, los estudiantes que estudian el idioma inglés harán el examen (ACCESS) para demostrar dominio del idioma inglés

    Este año, los estudiantes que estudian el idioma inglés harán el examen (ACCESS) para demostrar dominio del idioma inglés. Los estudiantes tendrán que venir a la escuela hacer el examen. Todos los protocolos COVID-19 estarán en efecto para garantizar un entorno seguro. Para obtener más información haga clic en los siguientes enlaces: Información y examen:… Continue Reading

    January 19, 2021

  • Beginning January 20, Wednesdays Will Be Early Dismissal for Students

    Beginning Wednesday, January 20, 2021, students participating in-person classes or intervention days on Wednesdays in district facilities will be dismissed early. Prairie Elementary students will be dismissed at 11:15 a.m. and Worthington High School, Worthington Middle School, and Learning Center students will be dismissed at 10:50 a.m. Wednesday early dismissals will remain in place until… Continue Reading

    January 13, 2021

  • A partir del 20 de enero, los estudiantes saldrán temprano los días miércoles

    A partir del miércoles 20 de enero 2021, los estudiantes que acuden a clases presenciales o que acuden los días miércoles a las escuelas del distrito para recibir ayuda serán enviados a casa temprano. Los estudiantes de la escuela primaria Prairie serán enviados a casa a la 11:15 a.m. Los estudiantes de las escuelas: High… Continue Reading

    January 13, 2021

  • ISD 518 January 2021 Hybrid Learning Calendar

    As District 518 moves to having more in-person instruction, the January calendar provides information for students. Please remember the calendar is subject to change. Inside… District District Office COVID-19 Dashboard Listening Session School District Policies Human Resources Trustmark Voluntary Benefit Plans Benefits Health Savings Account and Flex Spending Account Employee Assistance Program Dental Insurance Health… Continue Reading

    December 23, 2020

Mission Statement, Vision Statement and District Goals

Mission Statement

Educational Excellence for All Learners to be Successful Citizens in the Future — “Excellence in Action”

Vision Statement

District 518 is a leader in Southwest Minnesota and in the State of Minnesota that provides educational opportunities for all students to be productive global citizens and successful lifelong learners. District 518 will capitalize on opportunities that will lead to student success in school, the region, the state and the world through strong educational programming that meets the goals of the World’s Best Work Force.

District 518 will increase student achievement:

GOAL 1:

All Children Ready for Kindergarten: The percentage of children who participate in the district preschool program will increase in kindergarten readiness from 75% to 80% as measured by earning a score of 52 or more on Kindergarten Entry Profile tool.

GOAL 2:

100% of students will read at grade level by grade 3 as determined by earning a proficiency score on the Reading MCAs.

GOAL 3:

Part A: Reading: The reading proficiency achievement gap will be reduced in half for each student group by 2023 as measured by the Minnesota Comprehensive Reading Assessment.

Part B: Math: The math proficiency achievement gap will be reduced in half for each student group by 2023 as measured by the Minnesota Comprehensive Math Assessment.

GOAL 4:

The percentage of students in Worthington School District who are college and career ready will increase from 75% – 80%, as measured by having career goals/pathway plan in a written format, completing a career assessment, and having a 90% or higher attendance rate (MDE data), and meeting all graduation requirements.

GOAL 5:

The percentage of student graduates in the Worthington School District will increase from 78.9% to 85% (7-year), as measured by MDE graduation data.

Contact Info

Address:
1117 Marine Ave.
Worthington, MN 56187
Main Phone: 507.372.2172
Fax: 507.372.2174
Email: admindistrict@isd518.net

Map / Directions

OFFICE STAFF

John Landgaard
Superintendent
507-372-2172
john.landgaard@isd518.net

Lisa Ahrenstorff
Executive Administrative Assistant/Election Clerk
507-727-1105
lisa.ahrenstorff@isd518.net

David Skog
Director of Operations
507-727-1101
dave.skog@isd518.net

Josh Noble
Director of Instruction
507-727-1138
josh.noble@isd518.net

Patrick Morphew
Accountant
507-727-1102
pat.morphew@isd518.net

Ryan Swanson
District Financial Officer/Accountant
507-727-1162
Ryan.Swanson@isd518.net

Carmen Johnson
Human Resources/Title IX Coordinator-Human Rights Officer
507-727-1103
carmen.johnson@isd518.net

Kelsey Hagen
Human Resources Assistant
507-727-1109
Kelsey.Hagen@isd518.net

Katy Phillips
Human Resources Generalist
507-727-1119
kathryn.phillips@isd518.net

Jodi Bohn
Payroll/Benefits Admin. Assistant
507-727-1104
jodi.bohn@isd518.net

Tracy Kunkel
Accounts Receivable / Payable Admin. Assistant and Free and Reduced Lunch
507-727-1106
tracy.kunkel@isd518.net

Anne Foley
Public Relations/ Communications Coordinator
507-727-1204
anne.foley@isd518.net

DeeAnn Crall
Food Service Coordinator
507-727-1184
deeann.crall@isd518.net

Karina Ramirez
Student Information Generalist
507-727-1247
karina.ramirez@isd518.net

Sue Hagen
Multilingual Learner Coordinator
507-727-1209
sue.hagen@isd518.net

Sarah Schumann
Curriculum Coordinator
507-727-1212
sarah.schumann@isd518.net

Josh Langseth
Staff Development/Data Assessment Coordinator
507-727-1201
josh.langseth@isd518.net

Allison Eitreim
Special Education Director
507-727-1223
allison.eitreim@isd518.net

McKenzie Helgeson
Special Education Assistant Director
507-727-1220 ext. 6103
mckenzie.helgeson@isd518.net

Malory Fritz
Special Education Administrative Assistant
507-727-1220
Malory.fritz@isd518.net

District Wellness

Committee Members
Committee Meeting Minutes
Building Action Plans
Health Assessment

If you need assistance reading the Health Assessment, please send a detailed email to 4tech@isd518.net or contact us at District Office 507-372-2172.

Wellness Committee Invite

Reports

If you need assistance reading the reports, please send a detailed email to admindistrict@isd518.netor contact us at District Office 507-372-2172.

Crisis Management