Third graders take field trips to grocery store and bank
On Tuesday, June 8, the entire third grade from Sawtooth Mountain Elementary walked to Gene’s Foods to do a math scavenger hunt. What we learned is that a lot of food items are not that expensive. You can buy a lot of food with a small amount of money. Another thing we learned is we did not know most of the prices for the foods we eat every day. Full Story
Host families sought for exchange program
A nonprofit exchange program is inviting Cook County families to host international exchange students for the 2010-2011 school year. The teenage students come from over 30 countries and attend local high schools. The students have their own spending money and insurance. Host families are responsible for meals, a place to sleep and a nurturing environment. Full Story
College News
Deschampe graduates University of Minnesota School of Law
Christina ‘Tina’ Deschampe has graduated from University of Minnesota School of Law with a Juris Doctorate degree.
Graduation ceremony was held on May 15, 2010 at the University of Minnesota. Tina received her bachelors degree in 2007 in Criminal Justice from Hamline University. Full Story