Thank you for taking the time to review this week's newsletter. As always, feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.
Mr. Luke Lutterman, THS Principal llutterman@triton.k12.mn.us (507) 418-7520
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Triton High School Newsletter - March 4, 2023
Calendar Reminders
We have many upcoming events at Triton High School. The most up-to-date calendar information can be accessed via the links below.
Read Across America
Continued Improvement at THS!
Triton High School continues to enhance academic programming to better prepare our students for a career pathway that meets their unique interests, strengths, and passions. We are excited to continue to add college credit opportunities. Next year we will be adding College Anatomy/Physiology, and also College Statistics. That will bring our college credit opportunities to 52 credits. College students usually take around 15 credits per semester, so as you can see, Triton students can be extremely close to having two full years of college complete free of charge without leaving Triton High School. This is a fantastic opportunity that needs to be promoted and celebrated. It can be a game changer for students wanting to pursue a college degree and will save families thousands of dollars in tuition payments.
We are also in the planning stages of adding an EMT Certification Training Program. Our goal is to have EMT Classes during the school day for the second semester of the 2024-25 school year. This will be a fantastic opportunity for students wanting to pursue a career in Health Sciences. We will have updates on this course within the next few weeks. Stay tuned!
Triton Students Excel in ZED Writing Contest!
Our Triton students did an amazing job! We had 98 submissions (the most of any school in ZED!). We then received 22 honorable mentions (also the most of any school) and had 1 exemplary submission, by our 11th grader Tessa Tushaus!
Our students who have received honorable mentions are listed below. If you see these students, please give them a huge congratulations!
A special thank you to our wonderful English department and 5th grade teachers for helping these students and encouraging them to participate.
Exemplary Entry
• Tessa Tushaus
6th Grade Honorable Mentions
• Emma Axt
• Rebekah Henslin
9th Grade Honorable Mentions
• Riley Cummings
11th Grade Honorable Mentions
• Anastazia Kozisek
• Angeleigh Chinn
• Axel Reiser
• Bryar Quimby
• Brynn Thomas
• Camila Medina
• Carly Lansteiner
• Corey Lilledahl
• Giavanna Lundi
• Isaiah Selthun
• Jaden Holmes
• Katerina Wheeler
• Katie Ludlow
• Miley Dostal
• Mya Matejcek
• Oliva Weber
• Romina Medina
• Ryann Heimer
12th Grade Honorable Mentions
• Bronson Freerksen
Tessa Tushaus
9-12 Exemplary Entry
Honorable Mention Recipients
Upcoming Standardized Testing Information
Triton Parents,
As we prepare for the MCA, ACCESS, and ACT Tests it is important to note that high school students can use qualifying scores for placement in concurrent courses, PSEO, and certain college courses without having to take an additional placement test.
It is always appreciated when appointments are scheduled around MCA and ACT Testing Dates.
High School
• March 13-14: Reading (10th Grade)
• April 9: ACT (11th Grade) | ASVAB (11th Grade) | Pre-ACT (10th Grade)
• April 24-25: Math (11th Grade)
• April 30-May 1: Science (10th Grade)
Test Tips for Parent-Student Discussions
Student readiness tools (SRTs) can be reviewed ahead of time. Previewing these tools will help students become more comfortable with the test format and design. https://minnesota.pearsonaccessnext.com/readiness-tools/
More information on the MCAs can be accessed on the Minnesota Department of Education Website. http://education.state.mn.us/MDE/fam/tests/
if you want in depth resources on test content, you can access the webpage below. https://testing123.education.mn.gov/test/assess/res/
We should also note that parents have a right to additional information and to opt their children out of testing. Additional information and testing opt out form are ACCESSIBLE HERE.
Prom Information
Prom is scheduled for Saturday, April 20.
Grand March is at 3:30 PM.
Celebrations Bridal & Formal Wear (formerly Mestads) coupons available in the office for $50 off Prom gowns and $60 off tuxedos.
Valid now through April 1st.
Spring Sports Set to Begin
As our winter activities wind down it becomes time to plan for the spring season! We will be holding the Spring Eligibility Meeting on Monday, March 4th at 6pm in the Triton High School PAC. There will be a short presentation for all spring programs at the beginning, we will then break into activity specific groups for more specific information. I ask that any student who is participating in a spring activity attend the eligibility meeting with their parents or guardians, as it is a time for us to share any changes to procedures or expectations, as well as provide insight into the culture that we are building throughout our Activities Department. Please see the graphic below, and please contact the Activities Office with any questions or concerns!
Mr. Corey Black cblack@triton.k12.mn.us
(507) 418-7520
How To Stay Engaged With Your Child's School Experience
We have been working hard to make sure that parents and families have the information they need to help guide their child through their years at Triton High School.
We want all students to develop self-advocacy skills and learn to manage things appropriately, but parent/guardian guidance and support are crucial to the overall success of students and our school.
Please use the guide pictured to the left on ways to stay involved and engaged in your child's educational experiences.
Safety Concerns
Student safety and well being will continue to be our number one priority. Information can be reported safely and privately.
Administrative Assistant, Michelle Petersohn
mpetersohn@triton.k12.mn.us
Administrative Assistant, Annalee Thomas
athomas@triton.k12.mn.us
Activities Director, Corey Black
cblack@triton.k12.mn.us
Counselor, Christi Runnells
crunnells@triton.k12.mn.us
Principal, Luke Lutterman
llutterman@triton.k12.mn.us
(507) 418-7520 www.triton.k12.mn.us
