Midkota Public School

GREAT news Midkota! We are excited to report that as of today (Oct. 8), our school buildings will be back at COVID risk level Green A. This means that mask use will once again be optional for our students and staff. Anyone who still wishes to continue to mask is welcome to do so. We want to thank you for your commitment to following our COVID guidelines while we had positive cases within our district. It is because of your support that we are able to resume our level Green A protocol. Great job Midkota!

Guidelines for Attendance at tomorrow's Volleyball games in Northwood: o 7th- 4:00 in small gym o 8th- 4:00 in the big gym o C- 5:00 in the big gym o JV- 6:00 in the big gym o V- 7:30 in the big gym · Games will start no earlier than the time scheduled, but could start later · Crowd size will be capped at 500 (green phase) and will move to 250 if we enter the yellow phase. Every other bleacher will be unavailable · Fans are asked to only attend the game(s) their family member is playing, and to arrive no earlier than 15 minutes prior to the start of that game · There will be no designated student section, and students will not be allowed to stand at any point during the game · Sometime in September, livestreaming will be available · Facial coverings are REQUIRED for fans and players when entering the building. Once fans are seated, they may remove their mask if they maintain social distancing · Locker rooms will be available, and it will be up to the opposing team’s coaches to monitor locker rooms · Fans are asked to bring exact change when entering the gates ($7/adult - $5/student) · Concessions will be available · Fans who are ill are asked not to attend Titan fans, thank you in advance for abiding by the opposing school's guidelines.

Titan fans and athletes, when we are visiting another school district, we are required to follow their health and safety policies. If they require masks in their buildings, we must wear masks. During this pandemic, schools do not have to allow us into their buildings to watch our athletes. Right now it is a privilege we are grateful to have, and we ask that you represent Griggs-Midkota in a manner with which we can be proud.

Midkota Community: Many times there are questions or concerns that may arise from a parent or student. If a student is having a problem that needs attention, whether it be with studies, other children, or staff, there is a standard process for addressing the problem. Problems are best solved as close to the source as possible. With that in mind, we ask the following: · It is suggested that you discuss your concerns first with your child. · If further communication is necessary, visit with your child’s teacher. · If satisfaction is not reached at this level, a visit with the principal or a letter is welcome. · After a visit to the principal, if the situation warrants further discussion, a visit with the superintendent would be appropriate. · The board members are to be contacted only after the teacher, principal, and superintendent have been approached and still no solution has been reached.

Tonight's Volleyball matches will be live-streamed at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVOaecX2l0YbDlz9cLbx1A

Sorry for the confusion, however Elementary boys basketball practice is in Binford today, not Glenfield.

Game regulations for tonight's VB game @ Edgeley: https://nodak-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/richard_danielson_k12_nd_us/EVt3ug1aJ_JDr9cOecfwxt8B9_tG7MYdlT1KjA29P6CATA?e=UzBgkf Livestream Links: C-https://tinyurl.com/y6ybghto JV-https://tinyurl.com/yxv3mq7f V-https://tinyurl.com/yxzwjm58

Tuesday, Oct 6, the G-M Titans will be hosting the Oakes tornadoes in Cooperstown. GCC is operating in the green/low-risk category and that means that indoor events will have a 75% capacity limit. Volleyball coaches from Griggs-Midkota and Oakes have been issued tickets for parents/guardians. Additional tickets for the game will be available starting at 10:00 am on Monday at the MHS and GCC offices. There are a limited number available due to attendance regulations. A streaming option will be made available for the game for those that cannot attend.

Have a great weekend everyone!

Good morning Midkota Community! We have 2 XL homecoming shirts for sale in the office. They are $14 each. Please contact the office to purchase. Go Mustangs!

Varsity Football Parents! It will be Senior/Parent night this Friday night! Senior players and their parents will be recognized on the field and the rest of the team and their parents will be announced. The Titans will take the field at 7pm against Larimore at the GCC field. Congratulations, Seniors and Good Luck!

Attention Midkota Junior Class Parents! PSAT Testing is being offered to members of the junior class on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at the high school. The cost of the test is $16.00 (checks made payable to Midkota). Testing will begin at 8:30 a.m. Registration deadline should be Thursday, October 1st. Contact Mrs. Brandt if interested through email or TEAMs.

Attention Midkota Seniors and Parents! Join Bank of North Dakota, Wednesday, September 30, at 7 p.m. CT for the next Career Discovery Webinar with Amanda Woidyla, Bank of North Dakota's University and Student Development Coordinator. During this session, students will learn about what types of financial aid are available, where to search for scholarships, differences in student loans and tips to keep college costs down. If you are unable to attend, please register for the webinar to have access to the material later. Register for webinar here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7375747609764025360?utm_source=Get+Educated&utm_campaign=620969d001-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_10_02_02_54_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_4f39daa896-620969d001-49462233

Elementary Boys Basketball will begin on Monday, October 5th. 5th and 6th grade boys that have never had a sports physical will need to have one prior to practicing. Mr. Danielson is working on this season's game schedule, a tentative practice and game schedule is located on our website (midkotaschools.k12.nd.us) under Documents/Activities/Elementary Basketball/Volleyball. At this time 4th graders are invited to practice, but participation on game days should not be expected. Again, they would nee a sports physical as well to practice. Questions, call the office at 701-676-2511. Thanks!

Activity Updates(check updated schedules in our activities documents-https://www.midkotaschools.k12.nd.us/o/midkota/browse/80493): -No C squad VB game Tuesday 9/29 - JV starts at 6:00pm -Added 7th VB game Tuesday 9/29 vs BCN @MHS - starts at 4:30pm -Added 7,8 VB games on 10/13 vs Four Winds @MES - starts at 4:30pm -Updated Elementary Girls Bball games/dates -Elementary Boys Practice Starts Monday 10/5 - athletes need a physical and other athletic forms - https://www.midkotaschools.k12.nd.us/o/midkota/browse/156145

A look at next week at Midkota! Homecoming has been rescheduled to the Week of October 12th. Have a great weekend everyone!

Good morning Titan Football and Volleyball fans! Just a few updates on this weekend's games. Football - The team will be playing Richland High School tonight @ 7pm in Colfax. If you can't make it to the game, it will be live streamed through their website which is: www.Richland44.com. Midkota players will be leaving MHS at 1:25pm and the bus will leave GCC at 2pm. Volleyball - The Varsity, JV and C squad teams will be playing in Fessenden tomorrow at 2:30pm against Harvey/Wells County. Bus will leave GCC at 12:20pm and MHS at 12:45pm. The JH tournament scheduled in New Rockford has been cancelled. Good luck to all teams this weekend! Go Titans!

Griggs-Midkota Homecoming week will be rescheduled for the week of October 12-17th!!!

The Midkota October Newsletter will be going in the mail this week but can also be found on our website under newsletters or clicking the link below. Thank you to our Midkota community for always supporting our students, staff and board members! You are appreciated. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/931628/October_2020_Messenger.pdf

Midkota's Entrepreneurship class is particpating in the Nice Idea program from NDSU. Nice Idea is a program that helps anyone, anywhere learn the principles of entreprenueruial thinking. Check out the following links to see what they are working on! We’re proud to have students participating in Nice Idea from NDSU! Check it out here: https://thenicecenter.org/niceidea/. #niceidea #entrepreneurship Our students are learning how to be entrepreneurial and getting connected with mentors and real problems that need solving with Nice Idea from NDSU. Learn more about it here: https://thenicecenter.org/niceidea/. #niceidea #studententrepreneurs North Dakota’s future relies on innovators. We’re so excited our students are learning and showcasing their entrepreneurial ideas with other kids across North Dakota! See more about Nice Idea from NDSU here: https://thenicecenter.org/niceidea/. #niceidea #studentinnovators Stay Tuned Students that choose to opt into the statewide competition will be competing to showcase their ideas at ND Innovation Day, scheduled for November 19 and to be held virtually. A panel of experts choose winners who receive cash prizes and resources to make their ideas a reality. The Nice Center at NDSU also provides scholarships for students who want to continue exploring entrepreneurship after high school at NDSU.