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New Prague Area Schools
410 Central Ave. N.
New Prague, MN 56071
952-758-1700

Archived News Item

September Message from the Superintendent
Originally Posted 09-14-2009

What is the H1N1 Novel Influenza virus and
What can we do to help stop the spread of influenza in our school and community?

H1N1 is a respiratory illness caused by a virus. Last April this new strain of influenza arrived in the United States as well as many other countries and quickly spread making many people sick. We are seeing cases of H1N1 in Minnesota and we expect to see many more. Influenza is spread when a person with the flue coughs or sneezes.
Symptoms of H1N1 include
  • Fever of 100 or greater
  • Cough
  • Sore throat
  • Stuffy nose
  • In some cases diarrhea and vomiting

Currently the best prevention strategies include:
  • Washing your hands
  • Covering your coughs and sneezes
  • Staying home when you or your child is sick - you need to stay home for 24 hours after fever is gone without the use of fever reducing medicines
  • Get vaccinated - get the regular seasonal flu shot, which is offered every year, and also get the H1N1 vaccine when available.

It is extremely important that we all work together to provide for a safe school and community. Start now by developing a plan for what you will do if you or your family members become sick and start practicing healthy habits.
New Prague Area Schools is developing a link on their website to more information on the H1N1 virus. Check it out at www.np.k12.mn.us and click on the H1N1 button. Other websites to learn about this virus are: the Minnesota Department of Health or Centers for Disease Control.


Hats off to the School Board
Thank a School Board Member "Leadership for Education" - 21 ways to say thank you to your school board:
1. You are giving up time and family to serve this district
2. You serve to better the lives for all kids
3. You know that a child's background should never determine his/her education opportunities
4. You are here for all kids
5. You know that you can't solve all problems but you collaborate to solve what you can
6. You focus on P-16: preschool to college success is your aim
7. You want quality programs
8. You want to set high expectations for all children
9. You are building the culture of the district
10. You are making changes in practice and policy
11. You consult with experts in education
12. You know that the administration has to lead; to supervise and evaluate with high expectations; you are supporting internal accountability
13. You value continuous improvement
14. You understand the importance of differentiation in teaching and learning
15. You celebrate, build morale, and value what teachers do
16. You're always looking to create partnerships with parents
17. You know that teachers need to be "onTM everyday. No one would ever thing of going to a surgeon that wasn't "onTM everyday
18. You know the importance of the school board modeling the energy and enthusiasm, partnering with the business community and higher education, and helping to create the environment that is inviting to all
19. You keep the priorities straight; you set them and stay focused. You know that academics and student achievement must be number 1
20. You enlist the community to keep them involved – i.e. business resources, service organizations, churches, etc.
21. You have put the resources where they need to be
Thank you on behalf of all staff and students in our schools.

We will be having an election on November 3rd for the School Board. Candidates on the ballot will be incumbents Marty Beckius, Don Dvorak and Jerry Walerius. The other candidate is Trista Robischon. There are three positions open.

Issues going forward in the school district:
I see the following as our biggest challenges as we move forward in the future:
Student Achievement
Communication, public relations and marketing our school district
Managing current and future financial challenges

Finally, I would like to add a question and answer section to my monthly columns. Please email me at cmenozzi@np.k12.mn.us or call at 952-758-1701 with you question and I will publish a response.
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