Everyday Procedures
Employer -
Employee Matters
Student-Related
Must Knows
Alphabet Soup:
Acronyms
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100

These two "vital statistics" should be submitted at the beginning of every school day.

What are "attendance" and "lunch count" ?

100
This not only has your picture on it, it will literally open doors for you.
What is an identification badge?
100
This type of paraprofessional spends nearly all his or her time working with a lone student who is on an individualized education plan.
What is "one on one"?
100

This program is central to managing not only student attendance, but grades as well.

What is "JMC"?

100

I need this person when I or a student suffer a health-related difficulty.

Who is the school nurse? (Carrie Petsinger, assisted by Sandy Tollefson and Linda Bergstrom)

200

This procedure requires that everyone exit the building quickly and safely, with all persons accounted for at collection sites.

What is a fire drill?

200
For those who join, members have this organization to protect their interests and rights when interacting with the school district.
What is a "union"?
200
This type of learning day occurs when students cannot be transported to school because of inclement weather or another type of emergency.
What is "flexible learning"?
200

By meeting in small groups named after this acronym, teachers are meant to work together to improve the quality of instruction provided in a specific grade or, at the secondary level, in a particular subject area.

What are "PLCs"?  (Professional Learning Communities)

200
This person helps students or groups of students who need support because they are encountering issues with personal needs, or interacting with family or friends.
Who is the school social worker? (Brooke Krohn)
300

This electronic process provides on-going communication throughout the school, and can be used to give the office routine updates, or pose questions which do not require an immediate answer. It should be checked regularly throughout the day.

What is "e-mail"?

300
At NRHEG, employees who are paid on an hourly basis can submit their hours worked using this document.
What is an electronic timecard?
300
Students who need barriers removed to facilitate learning, but who are not under an individualized learning plan, have this numbered plan to assist them.
What is a 504 plan?
300
This district-wide program meant to improve student behavior associates "Panther Pride" with the school environment.
What is "PBIS"?
300
This person answers questions about health insurance, payroll, and related topics.
Who is Corrine Schuller?
400

The employee dress code expects that you will choose to wear clothing of this type.

What is "professional"?

400
This electronic document can be accessed through the school website, and is a valuable reference regarding the expectations the school district has for employees.
What is the employee handbook?
400

This school-wide event includes themed dress-up days, royalty, a parade, and--of course--a football game scheduled for Friday, Oct. 1.

What is Homecoming?

400
These are the four communities represented by the "NRHEG" school name.
What are "New Richland," "Hartland," "Ellendale," and "Geneva"?
400
If you have questions about school finances, transportation issues, or being reimbursed for school-related expenses, you will want to speak to this person.
Who is the school business manager? (Karla Christopherson)
500
This set of procedures and practices is meant to maintain order and establish a routine for students. A good one will help assure students behave well and learn efficiently.
What is a "classroom management plan"?
500

These two people are responsible for the smooth operation of their respective sites, and are the supervisors of all employees located there.

Who are the building principals? (Who are Nick Jurrens and David Bunn?)

500

During this event, students and staff should remain behind locked doors, with no movement in hallways and limited noise levels in classrooms.

What is a lockdown drill?

500
The letters "WBW" refer to this state-monitored plan meant to assure that Minnesota's students graduate with the skills and knowledge they need either to become qualified employees, or to proceed to post-secondary education.
What is "World's Best Workforce"?
500
If you have questions about electronic equipment or procedures, this person can help.
Who is the technology coordinator? (Angie Aaseth)
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