Parent / School Communication
Student Announcement Line
Parents can hear daily announcements by calling the Student Announcement line, an automated telephone system, at 651-702-8008. Announcements, including updates on student council, after-school activities and more, are recorded on the hotline.
Skyview e-news
Parents can receive daily announcements by e-mail with the Skyview e-news. This e-mail listserv updates subscribers about student news and events, as well as notifies parents of school closings, early dismissals or other breaking news.
To subscribe, send an e-mail to listsrv@isd622.org. In the body of the message, type the following, including your name: subscribe skyview-e-news LAST NAME, FIRST NAME
Skyview Skywriter
The school newsletter, Skyview Skywriter, is sent out to families eight times during the year.
Parent Portal
Access to your child's academic information online. Click here to learn more.
Communicating with teachers
Families can also contact teachers directly by phone or e-mail. Phone numbers and e-mail addresses are printed in newsletters throughout the year, or can be obtained by calling the main office, 651-702-8000.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
We have many opportunities available (both on and off site) including: classroom support, chaperoning, guest speaking, building and district committee representation, music, athletics, and more. Contact our Volunteer Coordinator for more information at 702-8005.
Many companies match contributions to schools
Many companies are providing matching donations for people who make contributions to their schools or donate their time as volunteers. And in many cases, you can deduct cash donations to schools on your taxes.
If you plan to claim a charitable contribution to schools on your taxes, remember to:
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Keep a receipt. (Necessary if over $250).
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You may designate where the money should go, as long as you or your family will not receive a direct benefit.
Following is an example of this benefit:
Cash donation of $250.00
Company match: $250.00
Total to school: $500.00
The approximate amount an individual will get back at tax time is $69 from federal, $14 from state. The total is $83.
In the end, you actually give $167 and your school gets $500.
Most of these companies named also have a "Dollars for Doers" Program. After an employee has volunteered a designated amount of hours to the school, the company gives the school varying amounts of cash to match the employee donation of time. This may also include time spent at PTO meetings.
Source: Minnesota Council of Foundation's website, Internal Revenue Service website, Taxcut software, company websites. Not to be construed as tax advice.
