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Palmer Lake Elementary students “eat smart to be smart” thanks to Healthy Classroom Project, fruit and vegetable grant
Getting children to eat their daily allowance of fruits and vegetables is an age-old challenge for parents. In fact, entire cookbooks have been penned to help parents disguise vegetables at mealtime just to avoid a protest. So why are students at Palmer Lake Elementary eagerly consuming them? It’s all part of an innovative project and grant the school is embracing to help kids "eat smart to be smart." Learn more.

2010 Census: Be Counted!
Did you know that $400 billion in annual funds will be distributed to communities nation-wide based upon census data? This money will be allocated to fund improvements in public health, neighborhoods, emergency response programs, transportation, senior services, education and more. By participating in the 2010 Census, you’re doing your part to help our communities and our school district secure funding to enhance education and ensure a brighter future for our kids. Learn more.

Heroes of the hallways: Edinbrook Elementary finds success with paternal mentoring program
The new Watch DOGS (Dads Of Great Students) volunteer program at Edinbrook has attracted more than 100 fathers and father-figures to volunteer in classrooms and serve as positive male role models for students. The program has not only gotten fathers more involved in their kids’ education, but thanks to encouragement from the Watch DOGS, teachers are noticing an improvement in students’ attitudes toward school work and success. Get the full story as reported by the Sun Post.

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Rice Lake Principal Mark French receives MESPA Leadership Achievement Award
The Minnesota Elementary School Principals’ Association (MESPA) recently awarded Rice Lake principal Mark French the 2010 MESPA Division Leadership Achievement Award. The award honors principals whose exemplary leadership and sustained efforts have made noteworthy contributions to the operation of effective school learning programs, thereby improving education, their communities, and their profession. Learn more.

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