BRANDON-EVANSVILLE ISD

Brandon-Evansville Public School 2021-22 School Opening Plan Subject to change based upon requirements of Minnesota Department of Health  and Minnesota Department of Education.  More information on current Covid requirements can be found at www.cdc.gov Schedules, programming and operations will return to near normal in the fall of 2021 for Brandon-Evansville Public School. This includes: Schedule School will be in-person, five days per week with regular start and end times. Face Coverings Face coverings are optional and will not be required during the school day or during after school activities, including sports. However, students will need to have face coverings with them, as masks are still required while on a school bus per federal guidelines regarding public transportation. Brandon-Evansville Public School fully supports individuals who choose to wear a mask. Social Distancing There are no social distancing requirements during the school day or during after school activities, including sports. Vaccines Brandon-Evansville Public School is not requiring Covid vaccinations for students, staff or visitors.  Meals Students will eat lunch and breakfast in the cafeteria as prior to Covid changes. Students can eat breakfast and lunch for free the 2021-22 School Year.  The only fee will be for a la carte items.  Specialist Classes (music, art, etc.) These classes will be held in the classrooms as prior to Covid changes. Cleaning Cleaning protocols will continue to support mitigation of Covid. Drinking fountains and water refill stations will be open for students. Healthy Facilities HVAC systems will be running at maximum capacity to ensure high air flow and air quality. Bigger and better air handler units have been installed this summer as part of the HVAC Project. The new air handlers allow more frequent air exchanges and bring a greater volume of fresh air into the building, which reduces air pathogens. Our buildings are state of the art in air quality. Health Screening and Quarantine  Self-screening for symptoms of illness will be required. If you are ill, stay home and report your symptoms to the school.   As prior to Covid, the school policy remains that your child must be fever free for 24 hours with no medications prior to returning to school.   Schools are mandated to report any positive Covid cases to MDH. Person’s that test positive must quarantine for 10 days per CDC requirement.  Our practice regarding someone who is in close contact with a person who is Covid positive will be to notify staff and students (and parents/guardians) who are close contacts with a positive case and ask them to monitor their symptoms closely.  At this time, there is no quarantine requirement.  Good Hygiene Students will continue to be encouraged to practice good hygiene by washing their hands with soap and water during bathroom breaks and before meals and snacks. Hand sanitizer will be provided in each classroom.  Food Service The Brandon-Evansville Food Service Department continues to provide material and food procedures that meet the requirements of Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and Minnesota Department of Education (MDE). Transportation All students (Pre-K - 12) and staff must be masked on school busses/vehicles during any school district transportation per federal requirements. Busses will be sanitized after each route.  Accommodations for Special Education Appropriate accommodations for children with disabilities with respect to health and safety policies and procedures will be provided. Parents/guardians should contact his/her child’s case manager to inquire about accommodations. Partnerships with Health Agencies Brandon-Evansville Public School will continue to collaborate on issues related to Covid with Horizon Public Health, LCSC, MDE and MDH. Local Covid infection rates will be monitored closely in collaboration with the agencies listed above. Subject to Change If necessary, Brandon-Evansville Public School will make changes to ensure the health and safety of students, staff and community members, based on factors such as local conditions, state and federal mandates. This plan was created in collaboration with local area schools  and the Brandon-Evansville Covid Task Force Team.

B- E Superintendent Don Peschel update on school opening 2021 https://youtu.be/tWws12aZ0cE

If you are interested in A-B-E Cross Country clothing, check out the fan cloth page. https://fancloth.shop/GMR4Q. The store closes on Monday, Aug. 23.

BRANDON HIGH SCHOOL CHARGERS VOLLEYBALL 2021 Go to this website to order your Volleyball apparel https://www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/BEVB2021

NEXT WEEK FALL SPORTS SCHEDULE and activity bus! MSHSL edibility form and a current physical form are turned in to be able to participate. Football Practice for 9-12: - 7:45 to 12:00 in Brandon Volleyball Practice for 9-12: - 8:00 to 11:00 & 12:00 to 2:00 in Evansville Cross Country Practice for 7-12: - 8:00 to 10:30 in Evansville Activity Route: (Using Grace Lutheran to avoid construction zones near Brandon school) - 7:45 AM from Grace Luthern Church in Brandon going to Evansville - 7:55 AM from Evansville to Grace Lutheran in Brandon - 10:45 AM from Evansville to Grace Lutheran in Brandon - 12:15 AM from Grace Lutheran in Brandon to Evansville - 2:10 PM from Evansville to Grace Luthern Church in Brandon

Listen to Brandon-Evansville Superintendent Don Peschel on KXRA Starts at 30 minutes https://www.voiceofalexandria.com/archives/kxra---open-line-7-28-21/audio_c0bdff84-f13c-11eb-83e4-e31d458f5c9c.html

Covid-19 Vaccine Locations

FALL SPORTS MEETING AUGUST 9th at 7pm Evansville, gymnasium BRING Sports physical form 21.22 MSHSL form, pages 10-13 https://www.mshsl.org/sites/default/files/2021-04/2021-2022-mshsl-elig-brochure.pdf

12th Annual Charger Golf Tournament Friday, August 20, 3:30 P.M. Pine Ridge Golf Course 4-person Scramble $60 per person 18 holes Includes cart & meal Contact Brian Perleberg 320-491-6696 with any questions All proceeds benefit Charger Athletics https://forms.gle/4hrWeWYcqg7njPdt9

Job Posting: Brandon- Evansville Schools is hiring a Coordinator and Before/After school program. Please apply online and submit your application to Don Peschel, Superintendent at dpeschel@b-e.k12.mn.us or mail your application to PO Box 40, Evansville, MN 56326. Application deadline is August 2nd, 2021. CHARGERS KIDS CLUB COORDINATOR “Brandon Evansville Before/After School Kids Program” Coordinator’s Position Job Description: Implementation of program Develop and organize age appropriate activities Program planning/scheduling events Billing/payment monitoring Supervision of children Communicate with parents Job Details: Position is 30 hours a week 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.(M-F) 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (M-F) Summer Hours will added (up to 40 hours/week) Salary TBD

2021 MSHSL state shoot in the books. We are beyond proud of these guys! They are part of the top 100 in the state out of 10,583 shooters. MN is the only State that the high school league sanctions a state tournament. Braydon Englund tied for 14th with a 97/100. Kyle Schaffran tied for 20th with a 96/100. Hunter Koep tied for 49th with a 93/100. Spencer Olson tied for 62nd with a 91/100. Riley Bitzan tied for 82nd with an 88/100 and Chase Holtberg 90th with a 84/100.

Brandon Evansville has a junior high football coaching position open for the fall of 2021. The season runs from late August through the beginning of October. If you have interest please contact Mr. Hintermeister for further information. thintermeister@b-e.k12.mn.us

Come out and wish them luck at the MN State Clay Target tournament! Send off for Braydon Englund, Kyle Schaffran, Chase Holtberg, Spencer Olson, Riley Bitzan, & Hunter Koep. will be TODAY Thursday, June 24th starting at the Evansville school at 11:30 and then coming through Brandon.

REMINDER! SPORTS PHYSICAL

CONGRATULATIONS State 3A championship Team placed 15 out of 20. Katrina shot her first 25 straight. 6 that are part of the MN All state team. Our seniors. 1-2-3 in class 3a conference 3

Listen to Brandon-Evansville Superintendent Don Peschel on KXRA Starts at 28 minutes. Community Meeting TONIGHT, 6/15 from 5:30PM-7:30PM in the Evansville Campus Gymnasium https://www.voiceofalexandria.com/archives/kxra---open-line-6-11-21/audio_5d7b42da-cd36-11eb-84c2-0b2eaf2e2134.html

Brandon-Evansville Superintendent Don Peschel Community Meeting update on Tuesday, 6/15 from 5:30PM-7:30PM in the Evansville Campus Gymnasium https://youtu.be/OV6hEF6I91E

Enrollment is Growing and We Need Space! BRANDON-EVANSVILLE SCHOOL INVITES YOU TO JOIN US FOR A COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE! We listened and we hear you! We’ve organized this open house to provide our community with information about the work we’ve done around facility planning and a pending referendum at our Brandon and Evansville campuses. There will be five stations for you to circulate around at your own pace and learn about Student Enrollment, Space Needs, Floor Plan Options, Tax Impact and Timeline. Don’t miss out on a hotdog and chips being served by the Student Council. WHO: All Community Members WHAT: Community Open House. Attendees will circulate between booths and be given the opportunity to provide feedback. WHEN: Tuesday, June 15 th from 5:30-7:30 p.m. WHERE: Evansville School Gymnasium  Thank you for your commitment in shaping the education of our students for generations to come!

2021 Brandon Evansville High School Graduation https://www.echopress.com/news/education/7063457-Congratulations-to-the-Brandon-Evansville-High-School-Class-of-2021

Brandon-Evansville clay target schedule for Wednesday, June 16th is out! B-E is first up at approximately 8:30 for the first session, we will be on Trap house 4A, which is on the west end of the Alexandria Shooting Park. Noah Hubbard will be singing the National Anthem at morning ceremonies. Hope you can come out and see this great event.