July District Update
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Hello Grinnell-Newburg Families!
Happy Summer! Here’s a mid-summer check in with some helpful information as we start to think about the next school year!
Registration
Online Registration is open 24/7! Please take a moment to register your students if you have not already done so. Log in to your Parent Portal on Infinite Campus and follow the steps to update your information for the upcoming school year. You can also get there by clicking on this link. Families can also log in to pay fees and bring lunch accounts up to date.
In person Registration Night is set for Monday August 5th from 4:00-7:00pm in the High School Cafeteria. Assistance will be available to help families complete all forms including FRAM, Bus Transportation, Activities, Parent Portal, etc.
If you have any questions with the registration process, please reach out to Katie Osborn at katie.osborn@grinnell-k12.org.
Free and Reduced Meals Applications
The Free and Reduced Meals (FRAM) Application process opened on July 1st. You can complete these forms on Infinite Campus or paper copies. Click here to find out more information about this program and to print the forms needed. There is also a form to apply to have school fees waived. FRAM applications area accepted year round and Fee Waivers must be completed and returned no later than October 4th. Please reach out to Kim Sieck at kim.sieck@grinnell-k12.org with any questions.
Transportation
Any students needing transportation for the upcoming school year must have the proper Transportation Form completed. These can be found by clicking here. For any transportation questions, please reach out to Chris Astelle at chris.astelle@grinnell-k12.org.
Health
The following are required screenings and immunizations mandated by Iowa Law. If your student will be entering one of the following grades, you must provide proof of the screening and/or immunization prior to the start of school.
Pre-K: physical
Kindergarten: Dental screening, vision screening, physical, all required immunizations for
3rd Grade: Vision screening
7th Grade: Tdap and meningococcal vaccinations
9th Grade: Dental screening
12th Grade: Meningococcal vaccination
Athletes: physical form, concussion form, good conduct form, and participation form found here.
School Permits
The Iowa DOT has announced that beginning July 1, 2024, the Minor School License will be updated and renamed to the Special Minor’s Restricted License (SMRL). This change introduces several significant updates to the current system. Learn more about your student’s safe and legal driving here. The paperwork for a student obtaining the SMRL can be signed by Lisa Beames, Lisa Briggs, or Trent Edsen.
School Supply Lists
School Supply Lists for the upcoming school year have been posted on the website here.
Summer Office Hours
The District Office is open Monday through Thursday from 7:30am-4:00pm and Fridays from 7:30am-noon. The buildings will begin to open back up the week of July 29th with hours Monday through Thursday of 8:00am-4:00pm and Fridays from 8:00am-noon.
Enjoy your summer!