OCTOBER

OCTOBER

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OCTOBER

OCTOBER

Wear Orange!

Greetings Triton Families,

The health office wanted to share three updates in this newsletter.  Thank you for reading and supporting the health of our Triton Community!

There has been quite an occurrence of Hand, Foot, and Mouth disease, otherwise known as coxsackievirus.  This is a common virus that is generally mild and presents with a low grade fever, sore throat, and cold symptoms.  This virus is very contagious and is spread quickly in the school setting.  Always keep in mind - what is mild for your child may not be mild for all children. 

The hallmark of this illness is a blister-like rash that appears on the palms of hands, soles of feet, and inside of the mouth.  It can also appear in the groin, on the buttocks, inside of elbows, and backs of knees.  The fever usually resolves quickly, but the rash can last up to 10 days.  

There have been reported cases of Measles (Rubeola) in Minnesota.  This is a virus that is extremely contagious, preventable by vaccine, and can be very serious.  Most complications occur in children under 5 or adults over 20. It can be especially dangerous to pregnant women.  There have NOT been any reported cases at Triton, but we are providing education in an effort to prevent any cases here at school.   

The virus presents with a fever, then a rash that starts at the hairline and spreads down the face.  The rash continues to spread down the face, neck, and body over the next 5-6 days.  The virus will also cause a cough, runny nose, and watery or mattery eyes.  This virus is spread through the air which makes it spread very easily and quickly.  

If you or your child have been exposed to measles, please stay home and contact your healthcare provider right away.

Friendly reminder to provide the school with records for your student's immunizations.  This is a Minnesota state law for attendance in schools.  If you have any questions about immunizations, need assistance with resources, exemptions, or finding appointments - please don't hesitate to reach out! We are here to help! :)

Congratulations to the latest Profile of a Graduate Award Winners!  Our Triton teachers have selected one student per grade level to receive this honor. These students continue to be leaders and role models. They have excelled in the profile area of Communication.

The Triton Profile of a Graduate is our locally developed approach to what it means to be a graduate of Triton High School. We have incorporated many principles and competencies designed to help all students develop the skills necessary for success in college, in a career, and most importantly in life.

The Profile of a Graduate is designed around a community-engaged process to create a beacon for future educational strategic planning. It presents a clear visualization of priority goals for teaching and learning that can be easily communicated to students, parents, and staff to align collective efforts. Our Profile articulates the Triton community’s aspirations for all students and will serve as a North Star for future system transformation.

Triton Families, 

I wanted to take this opportunity to thank all the Triton families for their ongoing support and engagement. We want to provide all students the best learning experiences possible, and we cannot accomplish that without this ongoing partnership. 

As a reminder, the Triton Capital Project Levy vote is scheduled for Tuesday, November 4. We are conducting this election based on our current financial situation. We surveyed district residents this summer, and the majority were in favor of the $650,000/Year for ten years tax increase. That is why we followed through and are asking for approval for this amount. 

Approval would provide critical funding to support school technology, curriculum, deferred maintenance, and transportation.

If you have additional questions after reviewing the website, you can also contact Mr. Lutterman or attend one of the upcoming Levy Informational Meetings. 

Thank you! 
Together #WeAreTriton

Luke Lutterman - Triton Superintendent
llutterman@triton.k12.mn.us
(507) 418-7530 

🗳️ Absentee Voting
📅 September 19 – November 3
⏰ Weekdays (when school is in session) from 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
📍 Triton District Office
813 W Hwy St
Dodge Center, MN 55927
Door #35 (north side by the flagpole)

🏛️ Election Day Voting
📅 November 4
📍 Dodge Center City Hall
35 East Main Street
Dodge Center, MN 55927

Our preschool friends needed a taller helper to make their tower reach new heights—luckily, Mr. Lutterman appeared just in time! The kids even taught him how to build a cube before stacking it.

• October 28

• ES Gym

• 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

• DO NOT WEAR GREEN!

The memories. The friendships. The achievements. This yearbook is like no other, because your student is like no other. Make it even more special by adding personalization and icons! Starting at $19.

Cities provide a variety of services and programs that make our lives better, including parks & rec, street maintenance, water and sewer, libraries, police, fire, and more! If you were mayor for a day, what would you do to make one of the services that your city provides even better?

The submission form and a information on what Minnesota mayors do are
available at lmc.org/mayorforaday.

Deadline is December 12th.

Homework Club will occur every Wednesday after school until 4:00 PM.  Students are welcome to come in and get help from a teacher with any school work, or they can work independently if they’d like.  There is no sign up required.  Parents will need to provide transportation home for their child at 4:00 PM.  The first Homework Club will be Wednesday, October 22nd.

Mr. Wotherspoon is excited to take each Choir class to the Fairview Nursing Home to sing a few songs!  The 7/8th grade girls Choir went on Monday, Oct. 13th.  The 6th grade Choir and 7/8th grade boys choir will be going on Tuesday Oct. 14th.  Our students are looking forward this special performance for the nursing home residents!

Due to a scheduling conflict, the TMS Band & Choir Concert has been rescheduled for December 8.  We apologize for any inconvenience this change may cause and appreciate your understanding.  We look forward to seeing you in December as we celebrate the accomplishments of our talented young musicians!

• Weekly emails will be sent on Tuesday if your child has a missing assignment in Infinite Campus.

• Homework Club is every Wednesday beginning October 22! It starts after school and ends at 4 PM. Your child will need to be picked up at that time.

• The Homework Link will show you what work the teacher has assigned in class during the week.

We’re excited to invite you to the first Triton High School Band and Choir Concert of the year on Tuesday, October 28. Come enjoy an evening of music and celebrate the incredible talent of our students. Thank you to Mr. Wotherspoon and Ms. Coy for their leadership, dedication, and passion for the arts. We hope to see you there supporting our Triton musicians! 🎶

🎃 Annual Community Halloween Party 👻
📅 October 24
🏫 Triton Public Schools

🚗🍬 Trunk or Treat
🕠 5:30–6:30PM
📍 Triton Bus Corral Lot (by the playground)

🕺🎶 Family Halloween Dance & Costume Contest
🕡 6:30–7:45PM
📍 Triton South Gym (enter through Main Elementary Doors)
✨ Sponsored by Dodge Center Lions & Triton Community Ed

💖 Donations being collected for:
🧥🧣 Dodge County Salvation Army’s Winter Wear Clothing Drive
🥫🎒 Triton Student Council’s Trick or Canning Food Drive

🎉 ALL activities are FREE!
👨👩👧 All kids must be with an adult
👕👗 Costumes must be family-friendly

📅 Starting October 20

📍 Classes in the Media Center/Library
➡️ Enter main entrance, go straight ➡️ room on the left

⚠️ No Class on Oct 31st 🎃👻

🔗 Register & info:
enhanceddrivinginstitute-mn.com/triton

St. Joseph Driving School is offering a self-paced, 30-hour online program for students 14 years and older who are preparing to get their permit. The cost is $100, and students may register at MnDE.CruiseControlEducation.com.

In addition, St. Joseph Driving School continues to provide behind-the-wheel practice with convenient pick-up and drop-off service.

For more information, please contact Andy Price at 507-259-7675.

Student safety and well being will continue to be our number one priority. SpeakUp for Safety is a tipline for students and staff members to share their concerns about bullying, planned fights, students in crisis (suicide, self-harm, drug or alcohol abuse), school violence, and other safety concerns or urgent situations.

SpeakUpissafe and confidential and is available to staff and students 24/7.

Staff Directory
https://www.triton.k12.mn.us/staff

School Hours:
8:05 AM - 3:09 PM

Office Hours:
7:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Summer Office Hours:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
(Monday - Thursday)

Triton Elementary School
507-418-7500

Triton Middle School
507-418-7510

Triton High School
507-418-7520

Triton Community Education
507-418-7550