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Having everyday conversations about our mental health allows people to know that they are not alone, and that help is available. However, talking about mental health can sometimes be uncomfortable. The Roadmap to Mental Health (https://www.thementalhealthcoalition.org/mhcs-roadmap-to-mentalhealth/), developed by the Mental Health Coalition is a resource to help explain and provide language on what we mean when we say “mental health.” #YouMatterMN

RAIDER EVENTS: Thursday 9/1/22 Cross Country @ Sibley East Elementary-Gaylord @ 4 pm Girls Soccer VS Hutch @ Mayer Lutheran @ 6:00 pm *Live Stream Link: mlhs.qrd.by/stadium Volleyball vs Cotter Schools (PARENTS NIGHT) JV @ 5:30pm Varsity @ 7:00 pm

September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. While suicide prevention is important to address year-round, Suicide Prevention Awareness Month provides a dedicated time for people, organizations, and communities to join their voices to broadcast the message that suicide can be prevented and that healing is possible. Everyone has a role to play to save lives and create healthy and strong individuals, families, and communities. We can come together to reduce factors that increase the risk for suicidal thoughts and behavior and increase the factors that help strengthen, support, and protect people from suicide.

**ATTENTION PARENTS** High School Student Council is looking for parent volunteers (who have a current background check on file with the District) to help with the upcoming Red Cross Blood Drive on Wednesday, October 12th. If interested, please email Miss Kriz (tkriz@isd108.org) or Miss Kennedy (kkennedy@isd108.org).

RAIDER EVENTS: Tuesday 8/30/22 Volleyball @ Jordan JV @ 5:30 pm Varsity @ 7:00 pm

RAIDER EVENTS: Saturday, August 27, 2022 Football Scrimmage @ Lester Prairie Bulldog Field Varsity @ 9:00 am JV @ 9:00 am Cross County @ Baylor Regional Park @ 10:00 am

Central Public Schools would like to extend a HUGE THANK YOU to the Cologne Firemen for the generous donation to the Central Raider Room. Last year they provided over 3000 snacks for kids in need. We appreciate your support.

RAIDER EVENTS: Friday, August, 26, 2022 Girls Soccer @ Legacy Christian Academy Varsity @ 4:00 pm JV @ 5:45 pm

Drive-thru flu shots are back by popular demand! Get your flu shot ‘on the spot’ without even leaving your car. Appointments are required, so reserve yours today by calling 320-864-7816. Drive-thru Flu Shot Dates: September 20, 2022 from 4pm - 6pm September 27 & 29, 2022 from 4pm - 6pm October 4 & 6, 2022 from 4pm-6pm Location: Glencoe Regional Health (former clinic/west parking lot) 525 18th Street East Glencoe, MN 55336 How to prepare for your drive-thru flu shot: ~Arrive at your scheduled time. Do not arrive early. ~Masks are required and will be available. ~Patients must be in a vehicle; no walk-ups or bicycles are allowed. ~Adult patients should wear loose-fitting shirts or short-sleeve shirts or tank tops. ~Infants will remain in their car seats and should wear shorts or just a diaper so staff may administer the flu shot to their thigh. ~Patients are advised to park and wait for 15 minutes after they receive their shot to be monitored for an adverse reaction. ~If this is the first time you’ve received a flu shot, we recommend doing so at a clinic appointment. Website: grhsonline.org/touching-lives/2022-drive-thru-flu-shots/ If you have questions please contact: Stephanie Beste Marketing Project Manager stephanie.beste@grhsonline.org

RAIDERS EVENTS: Tuesday, August 23, 2022 Volleyball Varsity Scrimmage @ GSL High School @ 4:30 pm

SCHOOL BOARD MEETING TONIGHT Monday, August 22, 2022 6:00 pm CHS Media Center

Auditions for Fall Play: "Alice in Wonderland" August 29th and 30th Anyone in 6th-12th grade! We Want: Actors/Actresses Sound and Light Board Crew Stage Crew Set Builders Costume/Makeup Crew Stage Managers Everyone: Fill out the Google Form “Interest Survey” Actors: Sign up for an audition time Audition materials will be available on Google Classroom. Rehearsals: M, T, Th- 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm Performance Dates: December 2nd and 3rd at 6 pm, and December 4th at 2 pm. Questions? Email Ms. Thomason or Ms. Leonard

RAIDER EVENTS: Monday, August 22, 2022 Cross Country Varsity Jamboree @ Ney Nature Center in Henderson @ 6:00 pm

RAIDER EVENTS: Friday, August 19, 2022 Volleyball SCRIMAGE @ Delano HS @ 9am

WELCOME BACK RAIDERS!!!! We hope you have an AMAZING School Year!

**ATTENTION... DEADLINE APPROACHING** Tuesday, August 16, 2022, is the LAST DAY to file an affidavit for candidacy to run for school board. The district office will remain OPEN until 5:00 PM on Tuesday (8/16/22). The filing fee is $2.00.

Central Parents and Students, I am writing to provide the latest update on the progress of the stadium project. The last couple of weeks have not been great for weather. Though this has not affected every aspect of the project, like installing storm drains, electrical, and drainage; it has delayed the concrete curbing work specifically for the turf field. Central is implementing its contingency plans for the first two home games. Glencoe-Silver Lake and Central have come to an agreement and we will host these games at GSL. More specific details will be shared once all logistics are completed. The updated construction schedule is: Week of August 22: Field curb installed Week of August 29: Field tolerance completed Weeks of Sept. 5-22: Turf install Sept. 23: Turf complete I know this is not positive news and part of me is hesitant to put out specific dates because of the emotional swings that can happen if things get behind (like they just did). I have always tried my best to be open and transparent, which applies to both good and bad news. Central Public Schools will be updating players through the coaches and the AD’s office about the specific logistics for practices and games. We will be updating our website and social media to update the general public as we get closer to the games so Raider fans will know where to go and what to do. In partnership, Tim Schochenmaier Superintendent

6th Grade - 12th Grade OPEN HOUSE Wednesday August 10, 2022 6:00PM - 8:00PM

Melanie King from 2B Continued presented to Central staff today as Central High School begins its partnership with 2B Continued this year! Melanie and her team will be coming into 10th-grade health classes throughout the first quarter to teach our students Mental Health First Aid strategies. High School parents are welcome come check out the optional parent meeting tomorrow at open house.

Central Raiders Football apparel store is OPEN now until August 15. Click on the link below to place your order. https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/CENFB22