APRIL 2017Volume 36 Number 7

Provided by Carlton Community Education and the Carlton School District

Community NewsCarlton

May Deadline: April 24

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The 5th grade boys basketball team went 16-1 this season and won the championship in the tournament. The big highlight was beating Wrenshall in the tournament. Down by 5 at half time, the Bulldogs won by 2 points with a strong Defensive effort at the end of the game.

We recognize our new Minnesota Reading Corps member, Yvonne Clampitt, for National AmeriCorps Week! The School Readiness staff, families, and children would like to thank her for everything she does in the classroom! With all her support and dedication to the program our preschool children are ready for Kindergarten!

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Articles and announcements may be emailed to dezimegr@aol.com or drose@carlton.k12.mn.us or dropped off at the Carlton High School dis-trict office. Articles which are not received by the deadline may be held and included in the following month’s edition of the Carlton Community News. Articles may be edited for space and content.

If you have questions, please contact the Carlton Community Education Office at 384-4464.

Identification Statement

Publication Title - Carlton Community NewsIssue Date - April 2017

Statement of Frequency - Monthly (10 issues)

Authorized Organization’s Name/ Address:ISD #93, 405 School Street

PO Box 310, Carlton, MN 55718-0310Issue Number - On Front Cover

Carlton school District Gwen Carman, SuperintendentCraig Kotsmith, H.S. PrincipalBenjamin Midge, Principal,

South Terrace Elementary Carlton High school Office: 384-4225 ext. 110south Terrace elementary Office: 384-4225 ext. 210Carlton schools District Office: 384-4225Mailing Address: Carlton Schools ISD #93PO Box 310, Carlton, MN 55718

Carlton school Board MembersJulianne Emerson, Chair jemerson@carlton.k12.mn.usTim Hagenah, Treasurer thagenah@carlton.k12.mn.usStephanie Gibson, Clerk sgibson@carlton.k12.mn.usSusan Karp • skarp@carlton.k12.mn.us Jennifer Chmielewski jchmielewski@carlton.k12.mn.usLaRae Lehto • llehto@carlton.k12.mn.us

Carlton Community educationAdvisory CouncilJodie Johnson, ChairpersonShane Johnson, Vice ChairpersonShirley Fahrenholz, Christine HillstromJulianne Emerson, School Board Rep.,Ann Butler, Kim Bryant, Wendy Greer

Community education staffDaisy Rose, Community Ed. Director,

Adult Enrichment, drose@carlton.k12.mn.usMelissa Maki, Bulldog Kids Care CoordinatorJeff Lindemood, Youth Service CoordinatorMegan McLain, ECFE/School Readiness

CoordinatorLeola Rodd, Kids Plus Coordinator Debbie Zime, Community News Editor dezimegr@aol.com

Carlton Community Education384-4225 x213PO Box 310 ISD #93, Carlton, MN 55718ccnews@carlton.k12.mn.us

Indian education CommitteeNichole Paulson, Chair npaulson@carlton.k12.mn.us

Deb Northrup, Vice-Chair debensnorthrup@hotmail.com

Lisa Lawrence-Northrup, Secretary mahpiyahwalker@yahoo.com

Lawrence “Hank” Kingbird, Grandparent & Elder

Kim DeMenge, Alaska Native Para kdemenge@carlton.k12.mn.us

RECYCLE ALUMINUM CANS AT FOUR SEASONSPlease donate your

aluminum cans at theFour Seasons Complex.

We have a new trailerto take your donations.

Thank you for yoursupport and donations.

Thank You I’ve heard so many times that an

exchange is not a year in your life but a life in one year. This sentence only makes sense now, after having the most amazing experience of my life. It is not a trip or a vacation, it is a second life. It gave me the opportunity of gaining a new home, new family, new friends, and learning that the way I lived is not the only way. It makes you richer in a way that has no price. Of course it is scary at first, but it is absolutely worth it. I needed to be brave to do new things and take risks. Nothing can substitute this experience. I’ve lived so many things for the first time this year in Minnesota and I would not ever change it for any reason. It was not just about improving my English skills. It goes so much further than that. I improved a lot as a person; I met myself and grew up a lot as well.

Time to say goodbye is on the way, and I already know that it won’t be easy. It will be hard to leave the people who became very important to me in these past months. I’m so thankful I got the chance to know you all. Thank you for opening your hearts to me and making me feel at home. There are millions of things I’d like to thank you for, but I know that one more “thank you” will never be enough.

I want to give special thanks to my lovely host family, the Haupts for taking me into your house and taking care of me like I am your daughter. Thank you for teaching me so many different things and being so patient. I really appreciate everything you’ve done for me. Thanks to Bae, my host sister from Thailand, for going through this expe-rience with me. Thanks to Pat George, my local coordinator, for being there to help me with any problem I could have had.

I would like to thank everyone in the community for giving me the opportunity to attend school in Carlton. Thank you Mr. Kotsmith for accepting me in this school. I want to thank all my teachers for teaching me so much, not just about the different subjects but about life in general. Thanks to all the staff at Carlton High School, it was really fun to meet you all.

Thank you so much to all my friends. I’m so lucky to have you in my life. Thanks for making me laugh every single day. I’ve known you for a short amount of time but you’ve made a huge impact on my life. I will miss you so much. Come to Colombia and visit me after I get home! I’ll come back to visit as soon as possible.

The time has flown during my stay in the United States. It feels like it was such a short time and I would love to stay longer. This year has been the greatest experience of my life. I will never forget it. I would like to finish with a quote that perfectly describes the way I feel. “You will never be completely at home again, because part of your heart will always be elsewhere. That is the price you pay for the richness of lov-ing and knowing people in more than one place.”

Thanks to everyone,Ángela Bohórquez, from Colombia.

Ángela Bohórquez, exchange stu-dent from Columbia

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The gReeNhouSe

Carlton Chamber Business spotlight

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Owners: Jim and shirley Fahrenholz 210 6th Street, Carlton • 218-384-4732

1. What would you like the community to know about your business?

Our focus is on selection, quality and service. We have over 1000

different varieties of plant material in annuals, perrennials, nursery stock and water plants. We are the foremost supplier of fairy garden supplies and plants in the area.

2. Tell us the history of your business/organization and its connection to the Carlton community.

The business was purchased in 1986 and adopted the name, The

Green House. Now with over 50,000 square feet of production space we supply our stores in Cloquet, Duluth, Superior, McGregor and Aitken. At the peak of the planting season, we employ over 70 full-time, part-time and seasonal employees.

To register for the following classes, please submit registration and payment to Carlton Community education. Questions call 384-4225 ext. 213

Community education Class Listingswhen registering please make note of where the class will be held, and where to send the registration and payment.

We look forward to expanding our class offerings for you with the help from our friends in the surrounding areas!

opeN CRAfT NighT! Always wondering when you will

have time to work on your scrap-booking? Or when you might get to that next craft project you have been dreaming of accomplishing? We are offering you a way to do just that! We will provide the space, tables and chairs (no need to clean off the dining room table so you have space to work!) BONUS: Sharing ideas and meeting new people!!!

When: Wednesdays, May 3 & June 7, 2017Time: 5–9pm

Where: South TerraceCost: $5.00 each sessionRegistration deadlines: 4/28 & 6/2**You must provide all of your own tools/scrapbooking/crafting items**

SoMA YogA foR eveRYBoDY AND

eveRY BoDYYoga in general increases your mobil-

ity by increasing your strength and flex-ibility. Soma Yoga, specifically, is about re-establishing mind muscles connections, listening to your body and making mind-ful slow gradual changes. It re-educates muscles by using smaller and slower move-ments and gradually increasing load and complexity, working from the body’s center (core) outward (toward hands and feet). You are encouraged to work at your own level. Judy will assist you in making adaptations to poses and movements, adapted to either Mat or Chair as well. Class number is lim-ited, register soon! Bring a yoga mat, water and a positive attitude.

Dates: : Session 5: Tuesdays, May 2 - June 3, 2017Time: 6:00pm - 7:15pmLocation: Carlton high School LibraryCost: $36.00 (7 weeks)instructor: Judy Andersen, RYT 200Registration deadline: Wednesday, April 26.

piYo!Carlton Community Education is

excited to offer this awesome fitness class to the members of our commu-nity! PiYo is a low impact workout that will burn calories and tone muscles. It is a combination of pilates, yoga, core conditioning, balance, strength and fun. Classes are designed for all fitness levels, ages and abilities! This class is taught by a licensed PiYo instructor. You will need to bring a yoga mat when you come to this class. If you have questions about PiYo you are welcome to contact the instructor. Registration questions can be directed to the Community Ed office. The months of February, March and April are by monthly registration.

Dates/Times: Wednesdays, April 5-April 26, 2017 Time: 7:00-8:00pmLocation: South Terrace elementary Small gym Cost: $20.00 per monthinstructor: Sherri KretzschmarInstructor’s Phone # and E-mail: 715-209-4236/nrgee72@gmail.comRegistration deadline: You can pre-register for each month or pay the first Wednesday of each month

TAe KWoN Do Tae Kwon Do is a form of martial arts.

As students have fun learning kicks, punch-es, rolls and self defense they will acquire self control, respect, confidence and self esteem. Tae Kwon Do can help develop fit bodies and minds that radiate into the rest of a student’s life. The instructor is a 2nd degree black belt, starting her training 7 years ago with 5 years of being assistant instructor/ instructor. Shin guards are required for the class and can be purchased from the instructor on the first night. Testing will be an additional fee, which will vary in cost depending on the level at which the stu-dent is testing. This class is for 6 year olds to adults. Questions about the class can be directed to the instructor (info below) and questions about registration can be directed to the Community Education office.

Dates: Tuesdays, ongoingTime: 6:30-8:00pmLocation: South Terrace elementary Small gym Cost: $30.00 per monthinstructor: Sherri KretzschmarInstructor’s Phone # and E-mail: 715-209-4236/nrgee72@gmail.comRegistration/fee deadline: Last Tuesday of each month for the next month

WALK iNDooRS AT SouTh TeRRACe

eLeMeNTARY!Community members are welcome to

walk the halls of South Terrace during specific times any day that school is in ses-sion. This is a great alternative to walking outdoors during our winter season! No cold, no snow and no ice! All walkers MUST pre-register with the Community Education office. Visitor passes will be given to those who register and the pass must be worn when in the school building. Passes must be turned back in by May 15th.

Times: 6:30am-8:00am & 5:30pm-8:00pm, only on days that school is in session

There is no fee.

AARp CLASSAARp RefReSheR CouRSe

This AARP training course is called “Smart Driver”. This class is offered for persons 55 and older who have already taken the 8-hour class and now need to take the refresher course in order to keep their auto insurance discount. To maintain your discount, a refresher course has to be taken once every three years. The class meets for one 4-hour session. Participants MUST pre-register by mail! Class size is limited.

Date/Time: Monday, May 8, 2017 (1-5pm)place: inter-faith Care Center, 811 3rd St. Carltonfee: $19.00 for AARp members $24.00 for non-AARp members(The class fee includes a $4 fee to the Carlton Community education program)instructor: AARp volunteerRegistration deadline: Wednesday, May 3, 2017

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*Special notes for green house classes*

You MUST register through Carlton Community Education; your spot is reserved once payment has been received. Please ensure to specify date AND time, as this will assist in securing your a spot in the class you wish to attend. Please also include the name of the class (Container Garden, Fairy Gardens or Succulent Garden).

ReMINDeR: All people attending theses classes must be paid and pre-registered prior to the class deadline, helpers will not be allowed-they must pay the class fee.

CoNTAiNeR gARDeNiNgThis popular class, held at The Green

House in Carlton, features valuable guide-lines for planting mixed containers. Plant selection, soil, container size, fertilizing and many other points are covered. Participants may bring in their own container(s) (12” minimum diameter) or obtain them at the class and can plant as many as they want. Soil and plants will be available at discounted prices. Get your hands dirty while planting and then leave your container at the Green House to be cared for there until picked up no later than May 19. **New, due to space limitations, a maximum of four containers, per paid class participant, can be left with The Green House. This “hands on” class will fill up fast, so reserve your spot early!!

Dates: April 17, 19, 20 & 21, 6-8pmApril 20, 10am-12pmApril 22, 9-11am or 1-3pmplace: The green house, 210 6th Street, Carltonfee: $12.00instructor: Jim fahrenholz, The green house owner, who has 50+ years experience in the plant busi-ness! The sessions on April 20 will be instructed by Sara omberg.Deadline: friday, April 7th

fAiRY gARDeNSWhether you call them miniature gar-

dens or fairy gardens, this class will provide all the information you need to build one of your own! Plant selection, arrangement and design will be covered to enable attendees to create a miniature garden ranging from a small dish garden to a more extensive out-door garden. All essential materials will be available to build one onsite if desired.

Date: Tuesday, April 18, 2017Time: 10am-12pm place: The green house, 210 6th St., Carltoninstructor: Jan SeidleckiClass fee: $12.00Deadline: April 7th

Carlton Community education Class Registration policy

To register for a Community Education class, mail your check with the registration form

to Carlton Community Education, P.O. Box 310, Carlton, MN 55718

• Pre-registration is required for all classes unless otherwise noted.

• You are not registered until your class fee has been received.

• If class size is limited, it is “first paid - first enrolled”.

• You will receive notification only if a class is cancelled or full.

• If Carlton schools are closed due to weather the day of your class, class is cancelled.

• Registrants under 18 years must have a parent/guardian signature.

Cancellation/Refund policy:• If a class that you have paid for is cancelled

because of low enrollment, you will be called and your fee will be refunded.

• You must cancel a class registration 48 hours before the class starts in order to get a refund. A service fee will be deducted.

• NO REFUNDS given if a class has already started or taken place when you call to cancel or you don’t show up for your class.

Register for your classes ASAP so they won’t

be cancelled.

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SuCCuLeNT gARDeNSSucculents are becoming a new way to

garden and this trend is getting more and more popular! Come learn about suc-culents and then you can create your own succulent garden to take home with you! All essential materials will be available to build one onsite if desired. This would be a great way to display your green thumb all year round, enjoy your succulent gar-den outdoors in the summer and continue enjoying it in the winter months by bring-ing it indoors. Succulent gardens can also be adorned with fairy garden decorations to add a twist.

Date: Tuesday, April 18, 2017Time: 6-8pm place: The green house, 210 6th St., Carltoninstructor: Jan SeidleckiClass fee: $12.00Deadline: April 7th

DiSNeY WoRLD: DiSCoveR MAgiCAL TipS foR pLANNiNg The TRip!

WE ARE GOING TO DISNEY WORLD!! Oh no, so much to see and do, where do we start? What is a must see? Aaaahhhh, feeling overwhelmed by planning your magical family vacation to the greatest place on earth? This class will help you navigate trip planning and teach you insider tips on how to see and do it all! This class is being taught by a Disney Travel Agent, no additional purchases are required when taking this class-just come learn about navigating Disney World!

Date: Thursday, May 18, 2017Time: 6:30-8:00pmLocation: Carlton high School LibraryCost: $10.00instructor: Deanna JohnsonRegistration Deadline: Thursday, May 11, 2017

2017 Summer Learning Camp “Adventures for your Brain” -SAVE THE DATE-

July 31-August 3, 2017

poTTeRY-WheeL ThRoWiNg

Whether you would like to learn wheel throwing for the first time or wish to build upon your existing skills, this class is designed to fit your needs. All skill levels are encouraged to join. Basic wheel throw-ing and hand building techniques will be covered, as well as more advanced demos for those with prior experience. Beginner demonstrations include cups, bowls, handles and plates. Intermediate and advanced level demos: large bowls, vases, pitchers, lidded jars, teapots, joined forms and sets. Come try your hand on the wheel! Open to adults and limited to the first 6 registrations so register right away!!

Dates: Thursdays, March 30, April 6, 20, 27 & May 4Time: 5:30-8:00pmLocation: Carlton high School Art RoomCost: $90.00 + materials fee (paid separately when class begins, approx. $15)instructor: Laura KotsmithRegistration Deadline: Thursday, March 23, 2017

LeARN To pLAY CRiBBAge!Would you like to learn how to play

Cribbage? Have you played Cribbage in the past and would like to brush up on your game? Cribbage is one of the best “two to six person” card games known. Easy to learn, fun to play and it keeps your mind active! This will be an eight session work-shop, one session per week, conducted by John Babineau, Cribbage Pro. You should attend the first three sessions to learn the basics if you are new to the game. As the class progresses you will learn more and practice what you previously learned. The last three sessions will consist of a double elimination tournament.

*If interested, you can join the class just for the tournament portion only, you must commit to all three dates and register by April 28th to participate in the tourna-ment.*

Dates: Thursdays, April 13th - June 1st Time: 4-5pmWhere: South Terrace elementary LibraryCost: $40.00 for 8 sessions oR $6.00 per session Registration deadline: Wednesday, April 12th

NAvigATiNg The ipADThis class is for anyone who wants to

learn about using their iPad or would like to explore one just to test it out! Learn the basics of the iPad, which include using Safari, learning the proper way to use the settings, turning your iPad into a camera and understanding apps. Additional top-ics can be covered as time allows. iPads are provided for this class, but you can also bring your own!

Where: Carlton high School LibraryDates: Wednesday, May 17, 2017 Time: 6:30pm-8pmCost: $instructor: Jodie JohnsonRegistration deadline: Wednesday, May 10th

Carlton-Wrenshall Father Daughter BallApril 29, 2017!

The Robert Rodd Memorial Costume Hockey Game was played on Saturday, March 4th, at the Four Seasons Sports Complex in Carlton, MN. The red and blue teams were made up of players who were a part of past Carlton, Cloquet and Duluth area hockey teams. Many of the play-ers or their siblings skated in Carlton when Robert Rodd worked in the concession and drove the zamboni at the Four Seasons Sports Complex. To begin the event all the players were introduced, and the national anthem was sung by 14 year old Hannah Erickson, great niece of Robert and Leola Rodd. In between periods there was shoot out con-test for all of the kids in the audience, and a chuck-a-puck contest for audience participants. The second period was a “Glow-in-the-Dark” game using a lighted puck. During the third period, players wore costumes ranging from a tall baby, Teenage Mutant Turtle, Thing 1&2, a Minion, Hanson Brother and cowboy. The game was enjoyed by spectators and players alike. Four Minnesota Wilderness players also came to sign autographs during the dinner. They were also recruited to help with the raffle drawings.

The event volunteers would like to thank everyone for their support and contributions, which helps to make this event a success. Each year the hockey memorial game is increasing in popularity, and is a fun event for adults and kids of all ages. This year the event raised over $2400.00 for

the Robert Rodd Memorial Scholarship Fund. This year the scholarship fund will be presenting $500.00 scholarships to three graduating seniors at Carlton High School.

Thank you to Nikki, Derek and Chelsea Rackliffe, daughter, grandson and granddaughter of Robert and Leola Rodd, for helping with set up, selling tickets, clean up and so much more. Thank you to Carlton School students, Kaitlyn Johnson being the Bulldog Mascot/Greeter, Anna, Johnette and Alisha Broneak. Thank you to Jim Schneider, Zamboni driver, Judy & Bob Tribby, Marlyn and Judy Ninneman, Rocky Wrizidlo, Mark and Nick Larson. Thank you to Rick White and his staff for a great meal. Everyone’s help was very much appreciated by Robert’s family and friends.

Thank you to the Broneak Family for their dedication and support to this event. They are always willing to volun-teer their time and go the extra mile to make this fundraiser a great success.

Thank you to the Four Seasons Sports Complex for their generous use of the Complex building for this scholar-ship fundraising event.

Thank you to the following hockey players for giving their time to participate in the hockey game – Joe Broneak, Tom Anderson, Jeff Leno, Miah Snesrude, Mark Johnson, Steve Douglas, Brian Stevenson, Nate O’Hara, Zack O’Hara, Kellin Lamirande, John Hammitt, Nick Murphy, Jake Bushey, Todd Schramm and Joey Broneak.

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Robert Rodd Memorial scholarship Fundraiser a huge success!

Carlton School volunteers

Kid’s Shootout Winners.

hockey Team players (in no particular order) – Joe Broneak, Tom Anderson, Jeff Leno, Miah Snesrude, Mark Johnson, Brian Stevenson, Nate O’Hara, Zach O’Hara, Kellin Lamirande, John Hammitt, Nick Murphy, Jake Bushey, Todd Schramm, Joey Broneak.

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Artist Stuart Nelson Minnesota Wilderness – CloquetMinnesota WildCEC Hockey – Coach Dave EsseWKLK Radio 1230 AM/96.5 FM - CloquetMellin Promotional Advertising – DuluthHarold’s Service - CarltonSheryl’s Golden Shears - CarltonThe Third Base – CarltonThe StreetCar – CarltonGrand Casino HinckleyThe Green House – CarltonAuto Zone - CloquetOutdoor Advantage – Cloquet Premiere Theatre - CloquetBody Connection - CloquetAvon – Diane HyryPizza Hut - CloquetK-1 Sportswear – CloquetCounty Seat Theater Company – CloquetB&B Market – CloquetSuper One – Spirit Valley - DuluthCommunity Printing – CloquetTall Pine Liquor - CarltonPerkins – CloquetGordy’s Hi-Hat/Warming House – CloquetCarlton Meat & Grocery – Carlton

Gramma Polo’s Bottle Shoppe – ScanlonPine Journal - Cloquet Great Clips – CloquetElmwood Inn – CarltonCarlton Bike Rental/Art Dimensions - CarltonTaco John’s/Steak EscapeRendezvous – ScanlonCold One Liquor – CloquetBig Frog Custom T-Shirts & More - Duluth

Wells Fargo - CarltonEarly Bird Designs – Bertie O’BrienPine Hill Golf – CarltonFour Seasons Event & Sports Complex – Carlton Jarden – CloquetL&M Supply – CloquetHoliday Station – ScanlonDave Gellatly - EskoThrivent FinancialBrickyard Restaurant – WrenshallJunction Tire Service – Carlton/CloquetPapa Murphy’s – CloquetMember’s Cooperative Credit Union – CloquetCarlton VFWHoliday Station Stores – CloquetSouthgate Pizza – CloquetCoca Cola Bottling – DuluthG.B. Schneider & Company - Duluth Marlyn and Judy NinnemanBob and Judy TribbyJim and Sharon SchneiderJeanette BoedigheimerRhonda & Joe Broneak Sherry EricksonDuane & Nancy MroslaLeola RoddKerry Rodd

gus Jolstad, great Nephew of Robert and Leola Rodd, with Wilderness players after his Dad won the Wilderness autographed jersey.

Leola Rodd (R) with granddaughter, Chelsea Rackliffe (L), and daughter, Nikki Rackliffe.

Thank you to the following businesses and individuals for their donations:

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Carlton Community Clean-UpThursday, May 11, 2017Contact Leola Rodd at 218-310-6065,

218-384-3697(home), or ldrodd@hotmail.comto be put on the list for yard clean-up.

Community members must live within the citylimits to have their lawn raked. Volunteers are also welcome.

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Carlton high School Building and Trades class attended the Construction tomorrow event at the DeCC to learn more about careers in the trades and had the opportunity to try out some of the job skills

9th and 10th grade student council members doing “taste testing” for the food Service Dietitians to give feedback on menus items for school lunches for the future. Some of the favorite choices were Stromboli, turkey wraps and giant chocolate chip cookies! Building and Trades class attended the event to learn more about careers in the Trades and had the opportunity to try out some of the job skills

Four Seasons Complex/Carlton Hockey AssociationAnnual MeetingApril 19, 2017 at 7 p.m.

Four Seasons Sports Complex, Carlton, MNThe meeting is open to the public.

Everyone is welcome.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!Four Seasons Complex Golf Scramble

Saturday, June 24, 2017Pine Hill Golf Club

Contact Joe Broneak at 218-591-1052 for more information. For tee times

contact Pine Hill Golf at 218-384-3727.

Thank you to the stu-dents, parents, teachers, staff and members of the community who have continued to provide input into our facility planning process. This is an important and excit-ing time for Carlton Public Schools. It is a priority for us that everyone in the community stay informed on the pro-cess, understand the information we have gathered and have many opportunities to give input.

A few community members have continued to ask about possible consolida-tion of the Carlton and Wrenshall school districts. I want to make sure that every-one understands that the Carlton School Board is not considering consolidation with Wrenshall. There are many details that must be agreed upon when school districts consolidate. In 2016, the Boards were unable to agree on several of those details, which is the same outcome that has happened many times in our histories. The Carlton School Board is now focused on planning the Carlton district’s future and making decisions for Carlton students.

On March 8th, the community facil-ity committee met again. The committee spent extensive time discussing what is needed for safety and educational quality, and what enhancements could be possible to even further enhance programming for students. Much of the discussion focused on cost estimates and tax impact to property owners. We are also having similar discussions with staff members. The Carlton School Board will take into consideration the committee’s recommen-dations when deciding whether to hold a bond referendum, which could happen as soon as August.

Separately, we are also talking with the City of Carlton about the possible sale of property in the area across the street from

South Terrace Elementary. The City has done extensive testing on various proper-ties in town to identify the best location for a new water treatment plant, and their engineers are recommending the South Terrace property. The School Board wants to cooperate with the City on their important projects while also maintain-ing a focus on what is best for the school district.

The School District is having very important Community engagement Meetings on wednesday, April 5th at 6 p.m. at Carlton High school’s small Gym. A free meal and childcare will be provided. If you are unable to attend the evening meeting, we are also holding a separate community engage-ment meeting at 1:30 p.m. on the same day at the Public House (formerly the Cozy Café) on 214 Chestnut Avenue, Carlton. The event is meant to offer an alternative to senior citizens, but anyone is welcome. Dessert and coffee will be provided at this public meeting.

The focus of these meetings will be for audience members to hear about the facil-ity options (ranging from doing nothing to renovating South Terrace Elementary and building an adjacent new high school) and hear the recommendations from the facility committee members. Again, this is a very important opportunity to understand the options, and especially to give input to the School Board.

Please plan to attend either meet-ing on April 5th! We have had tre-mendous support and participation in the past community engagement meet-ings and we hope to see you all there. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call or email me. My contact information is (218) 384-4225 x113 or gcarman@carlton.k12.mn.us.

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From the Desk of Gwen CarmansUPeRINTeNDeNT

From the Desk of Ben MidgePRINCIPAL, sOUTH TeRRACe eLeMeNTARY

April Contests

Bookmark Design ContestAll children 5th grade or under may

participate. Entry forms will be available at the Library and handed out at the school. Children will design a bookmark and return it to the Carlton Area Public Library or school office by April 30 to be entered in the Bookmark Design Contest. Each grade will have a first prize winner and the Grand Prize winner’s entry will be made into the bookmark to be handed out to library patrons for the year.

Poetry ContestEveryone 2nd grade and over may par-

ticipate. Prizes will be awarded by age group. Original poems with a permission slip can be submitted at the Carlton Area Public Library or school office by April 30. Forms will be available April 1.

National Frog Month Activity DayApril 8 @ 2:00pm

Join us in celebrating frogs with arts and crafts. Preschool thru 5th grade.

Free Family Movie Matinee May 20, 2017 at 2:00pm. The Carlton Area Public Library will

be showing a “G” or “PG” movie. Seating is on the floor so please bring a blanket or pillow to sit on.

jodie.johnson@alslib.info218-384-3322

HoursMonday 1:00pm – 6:00pmTuesday 1:00pm – 5:00pmWednesday 1:00pm – 5:00pmThursday 1:00pm – 5:00pmSaturday 11:00am – 2:00pm

Library Corner BY JODIe JOHNsON

It is amazing how fast a school year goes! I was so proud of our students at South Terrace this past month as they read a com-bined 1730 books in the month of February. It was great to see all of the hearts lining the hallways of the books that were read.

We also had the opportunity recently to participate in an assembly called Around the World Yo-Yo. This assembly was free of charge to our school and also gave some money back to South Terrace Elementary from the sales of Yo-Yo’s and Yo-Yo strings.

Starting in March on the 28th and 29th our 3rd-5th grade students will be com-pleting their MCA Reading tests. On April 19th and 20th they will be completing their MCA Math tests. While testing can cause some stress for students and teachers alike, it is important to know that there are some strategies that everyone can do to relieve the stress. Some of the best ideas to use during testing are simple in nature such as, getting quality sleep the night before a test, eating a good breakfast, and having positive thoughts about the end result. Keep in mind, the students have been being taught all of the material all year long. Teachers will go over some other skills and strategies to do as well as pos-sible on the tests coming up.

March 30 we will be holding our Kindergarten Orientation Night

for all incoming Kindergarten parents. We will be serving a spaghetti dinner and hav-ing an informational meeting. April 28th will be our Kindergarten Roundup day for the students who will attend South Terrace Elementary next year to come in and see what Kindergarten is all about. We are super excited to meet the next wave of students and parents in the near future!

April 11th is McTeacher Night at McDonald’s in Cloquet, please come out for dinner and support our P.I.E. organiza-tion and their fundraising efforts. Feel free to also swing by and see your favorite teach-ers in action at the McDonald’s that night. They will be working the restaurant and talking with patrons of the restaurant that night, so come on down for food and fun!

As the weather gets warmer and the snow melts we will also be communicating with students about appropriate playground play and dress. It is important for all students to wear shoes for Recess when the snow is all melted. Until then, coats, hats, gloves, and any other winter material should still be

brought to school just in case.

March 31st is the end of Quarter 3. Be on the look out the next week for grade reports. We want to keep the kids working hard to the end, so please continue to support student learning through Quarter 4!

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bayberry Candle CompanyCarlton, MN 55718 • 218-382-8222 • bayberrycandleco.com

bethesda lutheran ChurCh204 5th St. Carlton, MN 55718 • 384-4501 • www.bethesdacarlton.org

Carlton area Chamber of CommerCeP.O. Box 526, Carlton, MN 55718 • 218-384-3322 • carltonchamber.com

Carlton area development CorporationP.O. Box 24, Carlton, MN 55718 • 218-384-4775

Carlton area lions Club107 Wilhelmina, Carlton, MN 55718 • 218-310-6520

Carlton dental CeramiCs62 Parkview Lane, Carlton, MN 55718 • 763-587-3189

Carlton fire department100 4th Street North, Carlton, MN 55718 • 218-384-4158 • carltonfireambulance.com

CarLtON VFW auxiLiary124 Chestnut ave., Carlton, MN 55718 • 218-384-3794

City of Carlton310 Chestnut ave., PO Box 336, Carlton, MN 55718 • 218-384-4229 • cityofcarlton.com

CLOquet SaNitary/NOrth COuNtry WaSteP.O. Box 613 Carlton, MN 55718 • 218-879-3723

County seat theater2035 S. hwy 33, Cloquet, MN 55720 • 218-878-0071 • countyseattheater.com

DeCaigNy exCaVatiNg, iNC.3196 hwy 210, Sawyer, MN 55780 • 218-879-7766 • decaignyexcavating.com

finke’s berry farm2331 County rd. 4, Carlton, MN • 218-384-4432 • finkesberryfarm.com

fond du laC tribal and Community College2101 14th Street, Cloquet, MN 55720 • 218-879-0800 • fdltcc.edu

fresh linens laundromat92 Chestnut ave., Carlton, MN • 218-348-7356

the green house210 6th St. Carlton, MN 55718 • 384-4732• www.thegreenhousecarlton.com

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iNter-Faith Care CeNter, CarLtON PLaCe & PiNe VieW aPartMeNtS

811 3rd St., Carlton, MN • 218-384-4258

jiM’S LaWN SerViCeP.O. Box 233, Carlton, MN 55718 • 218-380-8278

JunCtion tire serviCe1705 hwy 210, Carlton, MN 55718 • 384-4500

kavanaugh’s sleigh rides, llC1926 e. Chub Lake road, Carlton, MN • 218-340-2982

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raiNDaNCe grOuP, LLC-e COMMerCe iNVeStMeNtSCarlton, MN 55718 • 218-384-1446 • raindancegroup.com

rotary Club of CloquetPO Box 292, Cloquet, MN 55720 • 218-451-0830 • cloquetrotary.org

sappi fine paper2201 avenue B, Cloquet, MN 55720 • 218-879-2300

saint franCis CatholiC ChurCh31 County rd. 1, Carlton, MN 55718 • 218-384-4563

spirits restaurant1704 hwy 210, Carlton, MN 55718 • 218-384-9314

streetCar kitChen and pub232 Chestnut ave, Carlton, MN 55718 • 218-384-3333 • www.streetcarkitchenandpub.com

tall pines liquor1505 tall Pines Dr., Carlton, MN 55718 • 218-384-4629

the flats at Jay Cooke apartments94 Chestnut ave., Carlton, MN • 218-384-3970

thrivent finanCial (Carlton Office)100 Chestnut ave., PO Box 565, Carlton, MN 55718 • 218-384-4400

tWiN LakeS tOWNShiP3176 County rd. 103, Barnum, MN 55707 • 218-384-8166 • twinlakestownship.com

WOODLaND iNSuraNCe ageNCy228 Chestnut avenue, Carlton, MN • 218-384-4236

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Beth shabbat shalom- Almond BranchWorship times - 1st,c3rd, & 5th Saturdays 10 a.m

Meeting at New Life Community Church, Hwys 210 & 33

Pastors Rex & Pastor Addie Clyde • 879-9473

Bethesda Lutheran Church of CarltonSundays: Worship at 9:00 a.m.

Coffee and Fellowship at 10:15 a.m.Faith Formation for children age 3 to 2nd grade

9:00 a.m. to 9:25 a.m.Wednesdays: Word & Worship: Faith Formation

for all ages 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.Community Meal, family devotional and Worship

Big Lake evangelical Covenant Church702 Salmi Road., Cloquet • 879-5142

Sunday Worship 8:30 a.m.Pastor Kyle Ashcroft

JM Paine Presbyterian Church506 Chestnut Ave., Carlton ~ Judy: 391-0148

Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Special Music by Don Brown (2x month)

Faith Explorers, Wed. (4 yrs & up) Connie: 269-0188Adult Explorers, Wed. (16 yrs & up) Dawn: 591-1845

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day saints

1405 Halvorson Road, Carlton • 879-9478Sacrament Meeting 10 a.m.Sunday School 11:15 a.m.

Relief Society/Priesthood 12 noon

elim Lutheran Church2077 County Road 6, Barnum • 389-3129

Pastor Becky WagnerSunday Worship 9 a.m.

Sunday School & Confirmation 10:30 a.m.

Mahtowa Covenant Church2732 Second Street, Mahtowa • 384-6307

Pastor Craig JohnsonSunday Worship 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.

Sept-May Sunday School for all ages at 9 a.m.

New Life Community ChurchHwy 210 & Hwy 33, Carlton • 384-3571

Pastor Eldon GaylenSunday Worship 10 a.m.

Sunday School 9 a.m

Northwood United Methodist Church62 W. Hwy 61, Esko • 879-0233

Sunday Worship 9 a.m.Sunday School 10:30 a.m.

Adult Sunday School 10:30 a.m.

salem Lutheran ChurchHome of the Holy Hootenanners

2702 First Street, Mahtowa, MN 55707389-6397

Worship at 9:30 a.m.

son Life Community Church417 Alcohol Rd., Wrenshall

Pastor Paul DeVallSunday Worship 10 a.m.Sunday School (K-4th)

and Nursery during worship

st. Francis Catholic Church31 County Rd 1, Carlton • 384-4563

Pastor: Father David TusharSaturday Mass 4 p.m.Sunday Mass 8 a.m.

sts. Mary & Joseph Catholic Church 1225 Mission Rd, Sawyer

(On 210 turn north on Carlton Cty Rd 25 for almost 1 mile)Church 878-1146

Pastor: Father David Tushar, 384-4563Sunday Mass 10:30 a.m.

wrenshall Presbyterian Church384-9415

Sunday Worship 9 a.m.Sunday School 10:15 a.m.

Area worship

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