PCPS Distance Learning
Safe Schools Plan 6/10/21
Minnesota Department of Education's
Guidance for Parents "Planning for the 2020-21 School Year"
If you have questions, please call 320-629-4010 and you will be routed to the correct resource.
May 26, 2020
Distance Learning and the School Year begins to wind down…
Please be aware of the following dates:
May 27 -- Last Day for Seniors
May 28 -- Last Instructional Day for K-11 Students
May 29 -- Graduation, 7:00 pm
May 29 & June 1 -- Materials return via drop off or bus routes for non-digital students
June 1-4 -- Culminating activities, final exams, materials return for K-11 students
June 5 -- Last Day of School for All
Highlights from May 18-May 22
The Pine City Schools Food Service prepared 4413 meal packages (containing both breakfast and lunch) that were delivered via bus routes or picked up at the elementary school. Food Service is prepared an average of 833 meal packages per day. 4.0 Transportation and our own dedicated staff delivered educational materials to more than 660 students who have limited or no access to the internet.
The District provided school aged care for the children of essential workers.
Looking forward to the week of June 1--June 5:
Food Service: student meal distribution continues with both pick-up and delivery available. Make sure you fill out the online request form or call the our food service hotline at 320-629-4231.
Student Instructional Material delivery and pick-up continued for K-2 students and those that don’t have adequate internet at home. Please check the weekly schedule by clicking on the “Non-Digital Materials” tab to the left, and scroll down to “How does the long-term system of non-digital instructional material distribution look?”
*School Age Care will be available on Monday through Friday (May 18-22) for parents whose occupations fall within the Tier I and Tier II designations.
Pine City Public Schools Summer Meals
ALL children 18 and under can receive a free breakfast and lunch
When: Monday through Friday, starting June 8th through June 30th
Location: Pine City Elementary School
Serve Time: 10:30 AM- 12:30 PM pick up a hot lunch with guided heating instructions that also includes a breakfast for the following morning
Menu: Breakfast Menu & Lunch Menu
Questions: Contact Paige Albrecht, Food & Nutrition Director
Phone: 320-629-4167 Email:palbrecht@isd578.org
Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at 320-629-4010 and you will be routed to the correct resource.
Thank you in advance for your continued support.
Be well…be safe.
Dr. Tryggestad
May 18, 2020
Governor Walz has extended Distance Learning for all students and school districts until the end of the 2019-20 school year.
Distance Learning continues for all students this week and extends to the end of the school year. The administration is in the process for planning for the end of the school year in June. Look for more details about that process next week.
Pine City students in grades K-2 and those without reliable Internet access will continue to receive their non-digital instructional resources via bus routes or pickup at PC Elementary. Those with Internet access at home are able to access the needed resources online.
Learn more about student instruction in the Distance Learning FAQ or about accessing the food service (meals) or school-aged care, etc., by selecting one of the topics found on the left side of this page.
Highlights from May 11-May 15
The Pine City Schools Food Service prepared 4561 meal packages (containing both breakfast and lunch) that were delivered via bus routes or picked up at the elementary school. Food Service is prepared an average of 912 meal packages per day. 4.0 Transportation and our own dedicated staff delivered educational materials to more than 660 students who have limited or no access to the internet.
The District provided school aged care for the children of essential workers.
Looking forward to the week of May 18--May 22:
Food Service: student meal distribution continues with both pick-up and delivery available. Make sure you fill out the online request form or call the our food service hotline at 320-629-4231.
Student Instructional Material delivery and pick-up continued for K-2 students and those that don’t have adequate internet at home. Please check the weekly schedule by clicking on the “Non-Digital Materials” tab to the left, and scroll down to “How does the long-term system of non-digital instructional material distribution look?” Materials pickup will be available on Friday, May 22 at the Elementary.
*School Age Care will be available on Monday through Friday (May 18-22) for parents whose occupations fall within the Tier I and Tier II designations.
Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at 320-629-4010 and you will be routed to the correct resource.
Thanks to all for supporting our Distance Learning Program. With the help and support of parents and students the program is getting stronger each day. Thank you in advance for your continued support.
Be well…be safe.
Dr. Tryggestad
May 11, 2020
Governor Walz has extended Distance Learning for all students and school districts until the end of the 2019-20 school year.
Distance Learning continues for all students this week and extends to the end of the school year. The administration is in the process for planning for the end of the school year in June. Look for more about that process from the Principals later this week.
Pine City students in grades K-2 and those without reliable Internet access will continue to receive their non-digital instructional resources via bus routes or pickup at PC Elementary. Those with Internet access at home are able to access the needed resources online.
Learn more about student instruction in the Distance Learning FAQ or about accessing the food service (meals) or school-aged care, etc., by selecting one of the topics found on the left side of this page.
Highlights from May 4-May 8
On May 1 and May 4 Pine City Schools teachers received additional training on distance learning and how best to support students and their families during this time. Time was also spent preparing lessons and materials for the remainder of the school year.
The Pine City Schools Food Service prepared 4578 meal packages (containing both breakfast and lunch) that were delivered via bus routes or picked up at the elementary school. Food Service is prepared an average of 915 meal packages per day. 4.0 Transportation and our own dedicated staff delivered educational materials to more than 660 students who have limited or no access to the internet.
The District provided school aged care for the children of essential workers.
Looking forward to the week of May 11--May 15:
Food Service: student meal distribution continues with both pick-up and delivery available. Make sure you fill out the online request form or call the our food service hotline at 320-629-4231.
Student Instructional Material delivery and pick-up continued for K-2 students and those that don’t have adequate internet at home. Please check the weekly schedule by clicking on the “Non-Digital Materials” tab to the left, and scroll down to “How does the long-term system of non-digital instructional material distribution look?” Materials pickup will be available on Friday, May 8 at Door 7 at the Elementary.
*School Age Care will be available on Monday through Friday (May 4-8) for parents whose occupations fall within the Tier I and Tier II designations.
Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at 320-629-4010 and you will be routed to the correct resource.
Thanks to all for supporting our Distance Learning Program. With the help and support of parents and students the program is getting stronger each day. Thank you in advance for your continued support.
Be well…be safe.
Dr. Tryggestad
May 4, 2020
Governor Walz has extended Distance Learning for all students and school districts until the end of the 2019-20 school year.
In preparation for the continuation of Distance Learning, Executive Order 20-41 stipulated that Monday, May 4 be used as a “planning” day for school districts, therefore student attendance and participation on Monday, May 4 has been cancelled. Distance Learning will resume for all students on Tuesday, May 5 and extend to then end of the school year
Pine City students in grades K-2 and those without reliable Internet access will continue to receive their non-digital instructional resources via bus routes or pickup at PC Elementary. Those with Internet access at home are able to access the needed resources online.
Learn more about student instruction in the Distance Learning FAQ or about accessing the food service (meals) or school-aged care, etc., by selecting one of the topics found on the left side of this page.
Highlights from April 27-May 1
The Pine City Schools Food Service prepared 4752 meal packages (containing both breakfast and lunch) that were delivered via bus routes or picked up at the elementary school. Food Service is preparing an average of 950 meal packages per day. That is an increase of over 70 meal packages per day over last week, and 130+ per day over two weeks ago!
4.0 Transportation and our own dedicated staff delivered educational materials to more than 660 students who have limited or no access to the internet.
The District provided school aged care for the children of essential workers.
Looking forward to the week of May 4--May 8:
Food Service: student meal distribution continues with both pick-up and delivery available. Make sure you fill out the online request form or call the our food service hotline at 320-629-4231.
Student Instructional Material delivery and pick-up continued for K-2 students and those that don’t have adequate internet at home. Please check the weekly schedule by clicking on the “Non-Digital Materials” tab to the left, and scroll down to “How does the long-term system of non-digital instructional material distribution look?” Materials pickup will be available on Friday, May 8 at Door 7 at the Elementary.
*School Age Care will be available on Monday through Friday (May 4-8) for parents whose occupations fall within the Tier I and Tier II designations.
Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at 320-629-4010 and you will be routed to the correct resource.
Thanks to all for supporting our Distance Learning Program. With the help and support of parents and students the program is getting stronger each day. Thank you in advance for your continued support.
Be well…be safe.
Dr. Tryggestad
April 27, 2020
Governor Walz has extended Distance Learning for all students and school districts until the end of the 2019-20 school year.
In preparation for the continuation of Distance Learning, Executive Order 20-41 stipulated that Friday, May 1 and Monday, May 4 be used as “planning” days for school districts, therefore student attendance and participation on those two days has been cancelled. Distance Learning will resume for all students on Tuesday, May 5 and extend to then end of the school year
Pine City students in grades K-2 and those without reliable Internet access will continue to receive their non-digital instructional resources via bus routes or pickup at PC Elementary. Those with Internet access at home are able to access the needed resources online.
Learn more about student instruction in the Distance Learning FAQ or about accessing the food service (meals) or school-aged care, etc., by selecting one of the topics found on the left side of this page.
Highlights from April 20-April 24
The Pine City Schools Food Service prepared 4683 meal packages (containing both breakfast and lunch) that were delivered via bus routes or picked up at the elementary school. Food services is preparing an average of 877 meal packages per day. That is an increase of over 60 meal packages per day over last week!
4.0 Transportation and our own dedicated staff delivered educational materials to over 600 students who have limited or no access to the internet.
The District provided school aged care for the children of essential workers.
Looking forward to the week of April 27--May 1:
Food Service: student meal distribution continues with both pick-up and delivery available. Make sure you fill out the online request form or call the our food service hotline at 320-629-4231.
Student Instructional Material delivery and pick-up continued for K-2 students and those that don’t have adequate internet at home. Please check the weekly schedule by clicking on the “Non-Digital Materials” tab to the left, and scroll down to “How does the long-term system of non-digital instructional material distribution look?” Materials pickup will be available on Friday, May 1 at Door 7 at the Elementary.
*School Age Care will be available on Monday through Friday (April 27-May 1) for parents whose occupations fall within the Tier I and Tier II designations.
Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at 320-629-4010 and you will be routed to the correct resource.
Thanks to all for supporting our Distance Learning Program. With the help and support of parents and students the program is getting stronger each day. Thank you in advance for your continued support.
Be well…be safe.
Dr. Tryggestad
April 20, 2020
Per the Governor’s March 25, 2020 Executive Order, Distance Learning for all Minnesota public school students began on Monday, March 30 and will continue until at least April 30, 2020. The Governor has not indicated at this time if Distance Learning will continue past that date. At such time as the decision is made, the District will communicate the ongoing status of our school year.
Pine City students in grades K-2 and those without reliable Internet access will receive their non-digital instructional resources via bus routes or pickup at PC Elementary. Those with Internet access at home are able to access the needed resources online.
Learn more about student instruction in the Distance Learning FAQ or about accessing the food service (meals) or school-aged care, etc., by selecting one of the topics found on the left side of this page.
Highlights from April 13-April 17
“Thank You” to Burnett Dairy Cooperative of Grantsburg for donating over 1800 pounds of cheese to our students and families. Each meal package distributed on Thursday included a 2 lb package of shredded cheese. Kudos to Burnett Dairy for their support of our students, families, and community during this time of need.
The Pine City Schools Food Service prepared 4383 meal packages (containing both breakfast and lunch) that were delivered via bus routes or picked up at the elementary school. Food services is preparing an average of 877 meal packages per day. That is an increase of over 70 meal packages per day over last week!
4.0 Transportation and our own dedicated staff delivered educational materials to over 600 students who have limited or no access to the internet.
The District provided school aged care for the children of essential workers.
Looking forward to the week of April 20--April 24:
Food Service: student meal distribution continues with both pick-up and delivery available. Make sure you fill out the online request form or call the our food service hotline at 320-629-4231.
Student Instructional Material delivery and pick-up continued for K-2 students and those that don’t have adequate internet at home. Please check the weekly schedule by clicking on the “Non-Digital Materials” tab to the left, and scroll down to “How does the long-term system of non-digital instructional material distribution look?”
*School Age Care will be available on Monday through Friday (April 20-April 24) for parents whose occupations fall within the Tier I and Tier II designations.
Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at 320-629-4010 and you will be routed to the correct resource.
Thanks to all for supporting our Distance Learning Program. With the help and support of parents and students the program is getting stronger each day. Thank you in advance for your continued support.
Be well…be safe.
Dr. Tryggestad
April 13, 2020
Per the Governor’s March 25, 2020 Executive Order, Distance Learning for all Minnesota public school students began on Monday, March 30 and will continue until at least April 30, 2020. The Governor has not indicated at this time if Distance Learning will continue past that date. At such time as the decision is made, the District will communicate the ongoing status of our school year.
Pine City students in grades K-2 and those without reliable Internet access should have already received their non-digital instructional resources. Those with Internet access at home were able to access the needed resources online.
Learn more about student instruction in the Distance Learning FAQ or about accessing the food service (meals) or school-aged care, etc., by selecting one of the topics found on the left side of this page.
Highlights from April 6-April 9
■The Food Service prepared 3265 meal packages (containing both breakfast and lunch) that were delivered via bus routes or picked up at the elementary school. Average of 816 meal packages per day.
■4.0 Transportation and our own dedicated staff, nearly 600 students who have limited or no access to the internet began distance learning using delivered materials.
■Provided school aged care for the children of essential workers.
Looking forward to the week of April 13--April 17:
*Food Service: student meals will resume with both pick-up and delivery available. Make sure you fill out the online request form or call the our food service hotline at 320-629-4231. *Student Instructional Material delivery and pick-up continued for K-2 students and those that don’t have adequate internet at home. Please check the weekly schedule by clicking on the “Non-Digital Materials” tab to the left, and scroll down to “How does the long-term system of non-digital instructional material distribution look?”
*School Age Care will be available on Monday through Friday next week (April 13-April 17) for parents whose occupations fall within the Tier I and Tier II designations.
Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at 320-629-4010 and you will be routed to the correct resource.
Thanks to all for supporting our Distance Learning Program. With the help and support of parents and students the program is getting stronger each day. Thank you in advance for your continued support.
Be well…be safe.
Dr. Tryggestad
April 3, 2020
Per the Governor’s March 25, 2020 Executive Order, Distance Learning for all Minnesota public school students began on Monday, March 30 and will continue until at least April 30, 2020. The Governor has not indicated at this time if Distance Learning will continue past that date. At such time as the decision is made, the District will communicate the ongoing status of our school year.
Pine City students in grades K-2 and those without reliable Internet access should have already received their non-digital instructional resources. Those with Internet access at home were able to access the needed resources online.
Learn more about student instruction in the Distance Learning FAQ or about accessing the food service (meals) or school-aged care, etc., by selecting one of the topics found on the left side of this page.
Highlights from March 30-April 3
The Food Service prepared 2431 meals that were delivered via bus routes or picked up at the elementary school.
With the help of the local National Guard Armory, 4.0 Transportation, and our own dedicated staff, nearly 600 students who have limited or no access to the internet began distance learning using delivered materials.
Provided school aged care for the children of essential workers.
Looking forward to the week of April 6--April 10:
*Food Service: student meals will resume with both pick-up and delivery available. Make sure you fill out the online request form or call the our food service hotline at 320-629-4231. *Student Instructional Material delivery and pick-up continued for K-2 students and those that don’t have adequate internet at home. Please check the weekly schedule by clicking on the “Non-Digital Materials” tab to the left, and scroll down to “How does the long-term system of non-digital instructional material distribution look?”
*School Age Care will be available on Monday through Thursday next week (April 6-April 9) for parents whose occupations fall within the Tier I and Tier II designations.
*Friday, April 10 is a “no student” day on our school calendar. No distance learning, food service, or school aged care services will be available.
Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at 320-629-4010 and you will be routed to the correct resource.
Thanks to all for a strong beginning to our Distance Learning Program. While there were some bumps, the vast majority of the tasks and services delivered by the District were successful. Thank you in advance for your continued support.
Be well…be safe.
Dr. Tryggestad
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March 27, 2020
Pine City School Distance Learning Plan
Per the Governor’s March 25, 2020 Executive Order, Distance Learning for all Minnesota public school students will begin on Monday, March 30. Pine City students in grades K-2 and those without reliable Internet access should have already received their non-digital instructional resources earlier this week. Those with Internet access at home will be able to access the needed resources online.
Learn more about student instruction in the Distance Learning FAQ or about accessing the food service (meals) or school-aged care, etc., by selecting one of the topics found on the left side of this page.
Looking forward to the week of March 30-April 3:
· Food Service: student meals will resume with both pick-up and delivery available.
· Student Instructional Material delivery and pick-up begins for K-2 students and those that don’t have adequate internet at home.
· School Age Care will be available on Monday through Thursday next week (March 30-April 1) for parents whose occupations fall within the Tier I and Tier II designations.
· Remember that Friday, April 3 is a “no student” day on our calendar. No distance learning, food service, or school aged care services will be available.
Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at 320-629-4010 and you will be routed to the correct resource.
Please know this situation is uncharted territory for all of us. I firmly believe that we will be successful by emphasizing and practicing good communication and cooperation…all for the benefit of our kids, families, and community. Thank you in advance for your support.
Be well…be safe.
Dr. Tryggestad
March 30, 2020: Please watch for additional updates and information regarding school operations. According to the Governor’s proclamation, all students will return to their studies on March 30, 2020. Yet to be announced is whether schools will implement distance learning or return to face-to-face instruction at school.
March 23, 2020
This is the first weekly update from Pine City Public Schools containing general information for parents, guardians, and community. This format is not intended to provide deep detail, rather an overview of our actions and preparations. Look for an update from the District each Monday moving forward. The District will send detailed communications to parents and guardians as needed.
Last Week (March 16-20)
Staff was onsite Wednesday through Friday to prepare instructional materials and implement processes for Distance Learning to tentatively begin on Monday, March 30.
Food Service distributed lunch and breakfast to students via a drive-up site at the Elementary Wednesday through Friday.
School Aged Care was provided for parents whose occupations fall within the Tier I and Tier II classification as determined by the State of Minnesota.
This Week (March 23-27)
Spring Break—no students or staff
No student meal pick-up.
No School Aged Care
Material Delivery
The District is planning to deliver educational materials to approximately 426 students for use during the educational week of March 30th - April 2nd.
These hard-copy materials are being delivered to all K-2 students as well as at the request of parents who have limited access to Internet. Most materials that need to be distributed cannot be mailed out as they include manipulatives, hardcover textbooks, or other non-mail friendly materials. Most students will access these materials and tools via their school-issued Chromebook and the Internet.
The District does not have contracted bus services or regular staff available to deliver materials this week. We are thankful that the local National Guard Armory has offered their staff to provide delivery support. The District has a long-running working relationship with our local Armory and we appreciate their help and support in this time of need.
Program information and sign-up forms will be distributed to parents and guardians for implementation beginning the week of March 30
student meal distribution
school age care programs
instructional material distribution
Distance Learning Plan
The Distance Learning Plan will be posted to the District webpage by Friday, March 27.
Students and families will receive email instructions on how to access class materials and teacher support.
Parents of students who receive support via Special Education, Section 504, etc., will receive emails regarding their child’s educational plan.
The District will also offer tips and suggestions on how to implement Distance Learning for their children in their home.
Next Week (March 30-April 2)
Per the Governor’s March 15, 2020 announcement-- Distance Learning for all students may begin.
Teachers will be available via multiple means for students and parents.
An updated delivery system will be implemented using school buses, drivers, and school personnel. Information and schedules will be sent to parents and guardians.
Student Meals will resume with both pick-up and delivery available.
Student Instructional Material delivery and pick-up will begin.
School Age Care will be available to Tier I and Tier II parent classifications Monday through Thursday this week.
School support and deliveries will be Monday-Thursday this week.
Friday, April 3 is a no student day on our calendar.
March 23-27, 2020: Pine City Schools will observe the prior scheduled Spring Break.
On March 18-20, Pine City Staff will be preparing instructional plans that will allow meaningful, relevant learning to take place if schools remain closed beyond March 27, 2020.
Pine City teachers and staff are developing lessons utilizing a distance learning model for every level in grades PreK-8 and each graduation requirement course for grades 9-12. Distance Learning has been defined by the Minnesota Department of Education as: Students engaging in distance learning; having access to appropriate educational materials; and receiving daily interaction with their licensed teacher(s).
On March 14, 2020 Governor Walz issued Executive Order 20-02 that announced all Minnesota schools would close to students on Wednesday, March 18, 2020 and extend through March 27, 2020 in response to COVID-19 pandemic.
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Resources from the Minnesota Department of Health
Resources to help understand COVID-19 and steps you can take to protect yourself and your family:
CDC information on stigma and COVID-19
CDC information on COVID-19 and children
CDC offers several free hand-washing resources that include health promotion materials, information on proper hand-washing technique, and tips for families to help children develop good hand-washing habits.
Other health and education professional organizations may also have helpful resources your school can use or share, such as the American Academy of Pediatrics
CDC’s information on helping children cope with emergencies
Minnesota Department of Health COVID-19 website