By Christine Erntson, director of communication and community engagement
August 17, 2023 | 10 a.m.
There is A LOT going on at PACT, but we’re still managing under a summer staffing model without teachers and only key staff working in the office. As a reminder, here are our summer office hours until August 31:
Mondays - Thursdays from 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
Closed Fridays
<< All-School Information >>
BACK-TO-SCHOOL WEBPAGE
Everything you need to know about getting #BACKtoAWESOME is available online! This includes school supplies, fees, forms, and more!
INFINITE CAMPUS FAMILY REGISTRATION
All of our forms and sign-offs are online this year in Infinite Campus. Please log in before the open house and get everything ready and up-to-date. This includes uploading any health forms, etc.
Parents can access their family registration link through their Infinite Campus Parent Portal app. On the menu on the left side of the parent page, choose More > Online Registration Portal > 2023 School Year Existing Student Registration > Start. Follow prompts and update information as needed, paying close attention to the permissions located on the last page of the student portion.
This process will take approximately 20 minutes to complete this year, but in subsequent years will go much quicker. Questions? Contact Ms. Hatchner (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.).
SCHOOL MEAL PROGRAM
Ordering Begins Now!
All students qualify for one breakfast and one lunch daily at no charge. Each meal comes with one milk. PACT pre-orders catered meals that are delivered daily to our school. The meals must be ordered in advance to get accurate numbers and ensure your student has their desired meal. Orders will be taken through 11 p.m. on September 7. Questions? Contact Ms. Holmbo (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.).
PACT Charter School - Nutrition | Wellness
2023-2024 EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS APPLICATION
The 2023-2024 Educational Benefits Application is available as a download on the PACT website. While meals are free for all K-12 students, the application still provides other benefits to students and our community. Examples include reduced or free rates on school sports/activities, home internet fees, academic test fees, transportation fees, and college application fees. Questions? Contact Ms. Whitby (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.).
2023-24 Application for Educational Benefits Packet - final.pdf
SAFE RETURN to LEARNING PLAN
The PACT School Board of Directors approved an updated Safe Return to In-Person Learning Plan in their July meeting. The notable change is to no longer require a five-day quarantine when one tests positive for COVID. The updated language states: “Students and staff who test positive and have symptoms must remain at home until symptoms have improved and they have had no fever for 24 hours without using fever-reducing medications.” If you would like to give feedback on the plan, please use this form to submit it for public comment.
Safe Return to In-Person Learning Plan.
SPECIAL EDUCATION COMMUNICATION
Special education case managers will contact families during the week of August 28. If you have urgent questions regarding your child's Individualized Education Plan (IEP), contact Ms. Klopfer, Special Education Director, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
STUDENT EXPECTATIONS
PACT holds students to a high standard when it comes to school attendance, behavior, dress code, and electronic devices. Please review the following policies with your student before the start of the school year.
- Attendance
- Behavioral Expectations Policy
- Character-Builders
- Dress Code Policy
- Electronic Device Policy
- Family Handbook
BUS ROUTES
Route information will be provided via email to all families two weeks prior to the start of the school year. Our bus company, American Student Transportation, determines routes and works directly with families if adjustments are needed. If you have yet to register for transportation, please do so as soon as possible as routes are being finalized. Questions? Contact Mr. Hedberg (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.).
<< Elementary Information >>
SKYHAWKS | AFTER-SCHOOL CARE PROGRAM
PACT is partnering with Skyhawks for our after-school program. If you want to enroll in this program, please create a Skyhawks account. Once your account is set up, you may filter for childcare offerings using the following filters:
- Zip code: 55303
- Program: After-School Care/Extended Day Programs
You will see the monthly and weekly/daily options from there. You may choose the registration schedule that best works for your family. Please visit our After-School Club webpage for more information.
ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM ASSIGNMENTS
Elementary schedules with classroom assignments are available in Infinite Campus. Visit the Infinite Campus portal. Questions? Contact Ms. Hatchner (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) for Infinite Campus help, contact Mr. Scanlon (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) for questions about class assignments.
<< Secondary Information >>
SECONDARY COURSE SCHEDULES
Secondary course schedules are available online in Infinite Campus. If you would like to request a change to your schedule please complete the form on the Guidance Counselor webpage or at the link below prior to September 5. Questions? Contact the School Counselors as follows:
- Last name A-Ld contact Mr. Bjork (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)
- Last name Le-Z contact Ms. Kaminski (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.).
The deadline to complete the online schedule change form is September 5 in order to be guaranteed an updated schedule by the first day of school. We will not be making schedule changes during the Back-to-School Open House.
Secondary Schedule Change Form
SECONDARY BUILDING COOLING SYSTEM
The Secondary building has a temporary cooling unit that allows for air movement, and filtered air, but no air conditioning. The permanent unit will be installed in November. If the building becomes too warm and temperatures exceed 80 degrees in a classroom, the class will be moved to a cooler part of the building. Questions? Contact Mr. Nyquist (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.).
<< Looking Ahead >>
KINDERGARTEN ASSESSMENTS
August 23-24 | 8 a.m.-3 p.m. | EC - Grade 1 Classrooms (by appointment)
SECONDARY ASSESSMENTS
August 28-29 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Northgate (Math)
August 28-29 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Northgate (Spanish)
August 28-29 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Northgate (Foreign Language Proficiency Assessment)
ELEMENTARY BACK-TO-SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE
September 7 | 4:30-6 p.m. | Elementary Campus
SECONDARY BACK-TO-SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE
September 7 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Secondary Campus
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
September 11 | 8 a.m. (Secondary) and 8:15 a.m. (Elementary)