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Put Your Passion in Action. Become a Tutor in the Sauk Rapids-Rice Public Schools

The Reading Corps/Math Corps in the Sauk Rapids-Rice school district is looking for tutors for the upcoming school year. 

• Mississippi Heights Elementary
• Pleasantview Elementary
• Rice Elementary 

Tutors work with students during school hours throughout the school year. No matter if you’re a recent grad, career changer, stay-at-home parent or retiree, you can make a great tutor. With training and on-site coaching, we’ll prepare you to help kids succeed.

Part-time and full-time positions are available with upcoming start dates in October (apply by October 5) and January (apply by December 14).

Tutors Receive

• A stipend paid every two weeks
• Up to an additional $3,500 in tuition assistance or student loan repayment. Tutors 55 and older may gift the award to their child, grandchild, stepchild or foster child.
• Free health insurance and child care assistance for those who qualify

Please help us spread the word by sharing with anyone you know who may be interested! Learn more and apply at Join.ReadingandMath.org. Questions can be sent to join@ampact.org or call 866.859.2825. 

With your help, we can give kids more - more opportunities, more success and more confidence. 

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ALL SORTS OF OPTIONS IN ONE SPOT

BBBS of Central Minnesota has set up a one-stop shop to help answer some of your questions about the future. Representatives from two- and four-year colleges, the military, youth apprenticeship programs and more will be on hand to talk about all your options.

Hear from high school guidance counselors, financial aid specialists and more before you walk around the mini college fair to learn as much as you can!

WHO. WHEN. WHERE. RSVP.

Youth 12 and older and their Parent/ Guardian and/or Big are invited. Youth not involved with BBBS are also welcome to attend!

Wednesday, Oct. 12 | 6-8 p.m. | St. Cloud Technical & Community College 

This event will be in the cafeteria, please enter Door 4

Click here to RSVP by Wednesday, Oct. 5, or contact Rebecca Rebecca@BigDefenders.org

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Hello High School Parents, 

The Celebrate & Graduate committee will host a party for the current graduating class following graduation. The party has included a casino, caricatures, hypnotist, lots of food, games and more. It is designed for our graduates to safely celebrate their graduation night. 
This committee is 100% volunteer based. How can you help? 

• Help with the planning of the graduation party.  Meetings are held in the Career Center at SRRHS from 6:45pm - 8:00 pm.An ideal committee is made up of senior parents and underclass parents.  

2022–2023 Schedule

• Fill an open chair position. Currently, we have three open chair positions for this year. 
• Volunteer at the graduation party on May 30, 2023. Many volunteers are needed the night of graduation and before. Details will come in the spring. This gives you the opportunity to see the party prior to your student graduating. Plus, it’s fun! 
• Follow us on Facebook at STORM Celebration & Graduation. See updates on meetings, fundraisers, and areas to help with throughout the year. 

It will be a night to remember! Thank you for your consideration. 

STORM Celebrate and Graduate Committee 
stormcelebrate@gmail.com

Great River Regional Library in Royalton has some great events for September.

Fall Fun Story Time, Thursday, September 22 4:00–4:45 p.m.

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Take and Make Craft: Leaf String Art, During September Open Hours. 

Take and Make Craft Leaf String Art Printable Flyer

Take and Make Craft: Paper Bag Apple, During September Open Hours.

Take and Make Craft Paper Bag Apple Printable Flyer

ROYALTON PUBLIC LIBRARY - 12 N. Birch St. • Phone: 320-584-8151 • griver.org/events

Sign up for St, Cloud State Basketball Boys and Girls Grades Pre-K–6 Husky Hot Shots Camp

Saturdays, October 22, 29, November 5 and 19

9:00–10:00 a.m.
Halenbeck Hall on SCSU Campus
$35.00

Register here

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Save Receipts For Your Child's Education Expenses If you're buying school supplies for your children in kindergarten through 12th grade, you may qualify for one or both of these tax benefits: 

• K-12 Education Subtraction
• K-12 Education Credit

Save your receipts, because both benefits can help lower your taxes and may provide a larger refund when filing your Minnesota income tax return. Last year 2021/22, more than 19,000 families received the K-12 Education Credit and saved an average of $261. Nearly 130,000 families received the K-12 Education Subtraction with an average subtraction of $1,207.

Common Expenses That Qualify: 

• School supplies (pencils, paper, calculators)
• Educational computer hardware and software
• Tutoring K-12 curriculum by a qualified instructor
• Rental or purchase of musical instruments used during school

Expenses That Do Not Qualify: 

• School supplies not used in education (backpacks, tissues, organizers)
• Internet service and access fees Clothing, including school uniforms (except required gym clothes)
• School lunches
• Family trip to museum or zoo

Do I qualify? To qualify for either the credit or subtraction, both of these must be true:

• You purchased educational services or materials to assist with your child's education
• Your child is attending kindergarten through 12th grade at a public, private, or home school

Income limits for Each Program K-12 Education Subtraction:
There are no income limits for the education subtraction.
K-12 Education Credit: Your household income (taxable and nontaxable income) must be below the levels shown here. If you qualify for the credit, you must file a Minnesota return to claim a refund.

Number of qualifying children in K-12:             Household income must be less than:
1 or 2............................................................................................$37,500 
3.....................................................................................................$39,500 
4 or more.....................................................................................Add $2,000 for each additional child

K-12 Education Subtraction: There are no income limits for the education subtraction.

For more information on these benefits and other valuable tax information, visit www.revenue.state.mn.us and enter K12 into the Search box, or call us at 651-296-3781 or 1-800-652-9094. 

Storm After School is a safe place for middle school students after school, with professional youth development leadership. New this year, The Boys & Girls Club will provide national  evidence-based programs, combined with  locally developed programs, that will enhance the after-school experience.

A club membership is only $10.00 per year and includes membership to Storm After School plus access to all of the Boys & Girls Club locations and opportunities.

REgister Here

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For more information see there website at srrfsa.org or email them at stromsrrfsa@gmail.com

Sauk Rapids-Rice FASTPITCH SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION

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Established in 1981, Central Minnesota Youth Soccer Association (CMYSA) is a community and volunteer-driven soccer program that provides for the growth and development of players, coaches and referees. We work to promote a fun, fair, and safe environment that maximizes participation and improves players' skills while developing sportsmanship, teamwork, and self-confidence.

Visit CMYSA website

Sauk RapidsYouth Hockey (SRYHA) provides organized hockey for boys and girls ages 4 to 15. The primary objective of this site is to serve the SRYHA membership and improve communications. Our association seeks to provide a community and volunteer-driven program to promote the growth and development of all youth hockey players. Our Association works to promote a fun, fair, and safe environment that maximizes participation and improves players' skills while developing sportsmanship, teamwork, and self-confidence.

Visit the SRYHA website

The purpose of Sauk Rapids Rice Youth Basketball Organization (SRRYBO) is to provide boys and girls in grades 3–8 who reside in or attend ISD 47 a fun, developmentally-enriching and competitive travel basketball experience.  

Visit the SRRYBO website

For more information about youth wrestling please complete the form below 

Sauk Rapids-Rice Booster Club Information Request

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At SRRJO, providing the opportunity to train efficient and effective skills as well has teaching "Volleyball IQ" is our main focus. We provide training for all ability and experience levels. We work hard to have experienced coaches in our program. With this as a focus, it allows us to utilize effective training techniques for all of our athletes.

Visit the SRRJO Volleyball website

Catholic Charities

Salvation Army

Tr-County Action Program Flyer

St. Cloud Area Therapists

Therapists - Lutheran Social Services

Central Minnesota Mental Health Center

Catholic Charities - Behavioral Health

St. Cloud Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA)

Catholic Charities Transitional Housing

Place of Hope

Salvation Army

Tr-County Action Program Flyer

Tri-County Action Program (Tri-Cap)

Metro Bus

Metro Bus - Dial-a-Ride

Tr-County Action Program Flyer

We have exciting news! There are FREE tutoring opportunities available for Sauk Rapids-Rice School District students.

An initiative of the United Way called Around Cloud is partnering with a number of other area organizations to provide digital academic support for students in the St. Cloud area free of charge.
Visit Around Cloud Tutors for more information. around Cloud Printable Flyer

Scholar Squad is an online tutoring program through Reading and Math Corps that also provides virtual, one-on-one skills-building opportunities.

Visit University of Minnesota Extension - Benton County

Whether you're a parent of an elementary, intermediate or high school aged child, there are plenty of ways for you to get involved with the Boy Scouts of America.

Visit the Boys Scouts of America Website

Printable Flyer for Cub scouts - Pleasantview

Printable Flyer for Cub Scouts - Rice

Central MN Art Journal Facebook Page

stcloudzinefest@gmail.com for more information 

Visite Central MN Youth Ski Club

Child and Teen Checkups (C&TC) is Minnesota’s name for EPSDT (Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment), a federal program that provides well-child health care for children under the age of 21 enrolled in Medicaid.

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Visit ST Cloud Park & Recreation 

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Girl Scouts is an activity that can continue with virtual interactions. Girl Scouts Lakes and Pines has created a variety of online programming so girls can take part at no cost to learn new skills, virtually interact with girls from across the globe and participate in service projects that support those most impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Visit LAkes and Pines Virtual PRograming

Girl Scouts Lakes and Pines website 

At St Cloud Area - MN Just For Kix, kids shine.
In St Cloud Area - MN we celebrate the achievements of every student, at any skill level. Our dance classes provide young dancers a learning environment focused on team work, proven dance technique and confidence building. Committed to youth dancers advancement through performance, we believe in every student. Backed by 35 years of experience, our dedication to enabling dancers to shine creates a learning environment like no other.

DANCE with St Cloud Area - MN Just For Kix. On a stage all our own.

Visit ST Cloud YMCA

Visit Soo Bahk Do Karate

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Whether you have students just starting out in elementary school, ready to graduate or just a willingness to make a difference in our schools, we encourage you to consider volunteering. The volunteer program is an integral part of the educational setting and your work with staff, students, parents and community members makes a difference for all students. Right now, however, due to COVID-19, our district has very limited access to buildings and volunteer opportunities. These may expand in the future, so please reach out if you would like more information about volunteering at a later time.

While volunteering may not be possible right now, Sauk Rapids-Rice Public Schools always welcomes applications for substitutes in various positions. Find out more.