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kindergarten How to Enroll Two easy ways to register your child. 1. COMPLETE ENROLLMENT ONLINE Families enrolling students in kindergarten for the school year can now complete the enrollment process online. Click the link below to download the enrollment packet. Email your completed paperwork and documentation to Dawn Hofstad, dawn.hofstad@isd485.org. K indergarten Enrollment Packet Proof of Age (Copy of Birth Certificate) 2. COMPLETE & RETURN PAPER FORMS If you would prefer to complete a paper enrollment packet instead of using the online enrollment process, please call (320) 584-4160 to request a packet or click the links below to print a packet at home: Kindergarten Enrollment Packet Enrollment questions? Please call Dawn Hofstad at (320) 584-4160 . Enrollment Requirements Minnesota requirements for kindergarten entrance are: AGE. Child must be 5 years of age by September 1 of the year they will start kindergarten. IMMUNIZATIONS. Child must have all required immunizations to enter school (unless parents have filed a medical exemption signed by a healthcare provider or a notarized conscientious objection signed by the parent/guardian). EARLY CHILDHOOD SCREENING. Child must have an early childhood screening before starting kindergarten. Schedule online through Arux or contact the District Office at 320-584-4002. PROOF OF AGE DOCUMENT. Child must have accepted form of identification. Please provide a copy of your child's birth certificate to verify his/her legal name and birth date when registering your child for Royalton Public Schools. Our Teachers Ms. Melby (320) 584-4100 emma.melby@isd485.org Ms. Seguin (320) 584-4100 nikki.seguin@isd485.org Ms. Shaughnessy (320) 584-4100 tami.shaughnessy@isd485.org

< Middle/High School Academics District Calendar Guidance Office Media Center New Enrollment November 2023 Student of the Month Maimouna "Mouna" Toure From the tender years of childhood, Mouna has been shaped by the nurturing embrace of her family, “Growing up, my family was relatively small. For the first few years of my life, it was me, my mom, my little brother, and my dad. Over time, my family grew into what it is now. I have nine siblings, five awesome parents, and a niece on the way. Without my family being as big as it is, I would have never been able to experience the delight of sliding down mud piles with my brothers, watching movies with my sisters, and acting as the audience to my baby brother’s spiderman performances. Furthermore, nothing I have done would be possible without my mom in my corner. She has shown me strength during storms and love even when she only felt pain. She is my biggest supporter, and to her I say: “Love you forever.”” Within the walls of Royalton schools, Mouna discovered her fervor for creativity through Drama class, “Freshman year, I took a class called Drama Production. This class was without a doubt my favorite class because it allowed me to be creative and see what it is like to work behind the scenes in the theater. We did many projects that enriched our everyday skills as well. Between sewing, building various contraptions, and working with a group of people I normally wouldn’t have had classes with, Drama Production set me up for so much more than just getting my high school diploma.” The path to self-improvement was illuminated by several guiding lights—the remarkable teachers who left an indelible mark on Mouna’s heart and mind. “Most people don’t remember that one teacher that paved the path for them to be their best selves. Fortunately, I often see and think about the teachers who have made me a better student, worker, and person. In third grade, my teacher Mrs. Shelley Baumgartener showed me how to be a quick thinker and how to properly organize a messy room. She also was a joy to listen to and be around. I truly think she will forever have an impact on how I go about school, and I am thankful she was my teacher. In middle school, I had two teachers who I am blessed to see every day; Mrs. Schreifels and Mrs. Omvig. Mrs. Schreifels always has a smile on her face and will always be ready to compliment you. Even after several years of not having her as a teacher, she continues to ask how I’m doing. Not only this, but she knows when you are down and is always willing to stop in the middle of her day to make sure you’re okay. She taught me how to write creatively and have fun. I can honestly say that I don’t know what I am going to do without her. Mrs. Omvig was my science teacher and Student Council Advisor for a couple of years. During class she would always let me chat her ear off (after I finished my work) and she still lets me bother her with my life updates. She is my go-to person whenever I need something, and for that I am forever grateful.” Mr. Albright is my favorite high school teacher. Last year was his first year at the school, so I was nervous to have a new instructor. However, Mr. Albright was awesome to have as an educator. He is inviting and cares about how his students are doing academically and socially. Though he is no longer my teacher, I work with him as a manager of the Boys Basketball team; so, I still get to listen to his advice and have his support outside of the classroom. Working with him will be one of the most memorable parts of high school. Beyond academics, Mouna immersed herself in a myriad of activities, from Student Council to Speech, Drama, and Yearbook. Each engagement provided unique opportunities for growth, leadership, and the formation of lifelong connections. Drama, in particular, held a special place in her heart, igniting a passion for the arts that continues to burn brightly. However, their commitment to making a difference extended beyond school walls. Actively involved in her church's youth group and serving as the lead singer in the Youth Band, Mouna cherishes the moments when music becomes a conduit for emotional solace and connection, continuing the legacy of her late stepfather. Reflecting on her high school journey, Mouna reminisces about the unforgettable experience of attending the National Leadership Conference for Business Professionals of America in California. “Flying to California last year and attending the National Leadership Conference for Business Professionals of America is one of my most vivid memories from high school. Joining such a high performing activity as a Junior was an exhilarating experience. I remember thinking at the start of the year that I would join just for fun and to see how far I could go with it. Turns out the farthest you could go was the NLC in Anaheim, California. Hearing my name announced at State as one of two competitors advancing to NLC was unexpected but truly rewarding. Starting out the year nervous about even moving past Regions then meeting people from all over the nation in California, was nothing like I could have ever imagined. Spending the conference with a hodgepodge group of talented people was a bonus as well.” Yet, perhaps Mouna’s most impactful involvement was with the Royal Ambassador Program, where they found inspiration and humility in working alongside a determined peer, learning valuable lessons of perseverance and adaptability, “Last year, our school started the Royal Ambassador Program. This program was created to pair students who may need homework help or just someone to spend time with. I was paired with a student who whenever I meet with him, just blows me out of the water with his hard-working mentality. We usually meet to work on math homework (it is important to note that math is my least favorite subject), and he will find the solution to a problem ten times quicker than anyone I know. It is really cool to see him do so. I couldn’t imagine not working with him. He has taught me a lot about slowing down and seeing what is in front of you, and going out of your comfort zone to work with new people.” Looking ahead, Mouna is resolute in her ambition to pursue Forensic Science, fueled by a fascination nurtured in childhood and a desire to serve as a Crime Scene Investigator for the FBI, “Forensic Science is something I have wanted to make a career out of for a while now. Peeking out behind the recliner in the living room of our old apartment (after my little brother and I were tucked in and supposed to be sleeping), and sneakily watching shows like Criminal Minds, is one of the instances that inspired me to pursue a career in Forensics. I have not committed to a college yet, but I am certain wherever I go will be beneficial for my education.” When asked where she sees herself in ten years Mouna said this, “Down the line, I dream of working for the FBI. It is sort of a silly dream, but my ultimate goal is to work as one of the top Crime Scene Investigators in the country. This plan is important to me because it reminds me of what one of the figureheads from my childhood said, “Fairytales can come true. You gotta make 'em happen, it all depends on you.” Was this said by Princess Tiana, the best Disney Princess ever? Yes, but it is something that has remained at the forefront of my mind as I set my life goals.” As for advice for freshmen, Mouna had these words of wisdom, “Honesty, help, and hard work are the foundation of being successful. Hard work comes from learning, so it is important to hold yourself accountable and finish what you start. It is also crucial to be honest with yourself, and if at any point you are unsure of something, ask for help. Starting this your first year of high school is imperative because as a freshman you are forming how you create relationships, develop a healthy work ethic, and maintain study habits.”

< Middle/High School Academics District Calendar Guidance Office Media Center New Enrollment < Back January 2020 Artist of the Month Logan Sullivan Royalton High School sophomore Logan Sullivan was recently named January Artist of the month. Sullivan is the son of Luke and Laura Sullivan, and credits his parents for guiding him in the area of the visual arts. "My dad doesn't like to admit it, but he is very talented in the arts." stated Sullivan. " My mother graduated from Royalton High School and not only provided me with materials to pursue the visual arts, but also helped me to take school more seriously. Without her encouragement, I don't think I would be doing nearly the level of artwork that I am currently." he added. "Logan Sullivan has the ability to take subject matter apart and then put the shapes back together again, much the same way as in the style of Cubism," stated Royalton High School Art Instructor Carl Halverson. "In middle school, students first learn vocabulary which centers on the elements and principles of design. They are then tested to make sure that they understand this first step. After learning the vocabulary of art, it then can then be applied and practiced to more clearly understand the meaning of the artwork, rather than just the process of applying paint to "make a really cool picture." For students like Logan, an artwork's success doesn't mirror reality. The meaning is in his understanding and application of the elements of art, the tools, which include the lines, shapes, colors, and textures. It is unified by the principles, the rules of art, which include emphasis, contrast, balance and pattern to name a few. His work pushes the boundaries of art itself. It is unique and original, which pretty much describes Logan Sullivan." "My biggest inspiration for my art is my sister, Maja." said Sullivan. "She is very gifted in the visual and vocal arts. Maja attended the Perpich Institute of Art, which in turn, has influenced me a lot. She taught me things about art and I learned a lot about myself as well. I hadn't been very involved in Art until about eighth grade. That's when I really learned the basics, and practiced the fundamental skills of the elements and principles of design. Once I started to work again in ninth grade drawing class, I never looked back. I am largely inspired by Salvador Dali's subject matter but my favorite artists would include Henri Matisse, Wassily Kandinsky, and Andy Warhol. After I graduate from the Perpich Institute of Art, I hope to attend the University of Arizona. I am very grateful for my family and for Mr. Halverson for providing me with many opportunities to learn and further my artistic career.

Board of Education Policies 100 - School District 200 - Board of Education 400 - Staff 500 - Students 600 - Educational Programs 700 - Non-Instructional Operations 800 - Buildings and Sites 900 - School/Community Relations 100 Series: Policies specific to the School District 102 - Equal Educational Opportunity(https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nil10qPAe2KwSlmNzb1FnV1CPHmr8Ge2/view?usp=sharing) The purpose of this policy is to ensure that equal educational opportunity is provided for all students of the school district. 103 - Complaints - Students, Employees, Parents, Other Persons (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1X-3aSTk1-IKq2v8WPpw6KeDmt88NdYGS/view?usp=sharing) The purpose of this policy is to provide a procedure that may be used to handle concerns or complaints by students, employees, parents or other persons.

Royalton Public Schools Volunteer Application I am a * Required Parent Community Member Business/Organization Preferred Grade Level Opportunities Elementary School Middle School High School District Wide Opportunities Please mark all of the areas where you are interested in volunteering your time and talents Contact for all opportunities Math or Reading Helper Clerical/Data Entry Career Learning Center Coaching Special Events/Programs Library/Media Vision and Hearing Special Education Extra Curricular Advisor Availability: What days and times are you available to volunteer? Monday Morning Monday Afternoon Tuesday Morning Tuesday Afternoon Wednesday Morning Wednesday Afternoon Thursday Morning Thursday Afternoon Friday Morning Friday Afternoon References References are needed for volunteers who do not have children in Royalton Public Schools. Please provide two references who are not related to you(e.g., clergy, teacher, employer, neighbor, coach, etc.). The principals will verify all information provided, including but not limited to contacting references provided by the applicant. I certify, to the best of my knowledge, that all information given by me/applicant in this application and in any other forms I/applicant complete during the application process is true and correct. I understand that false or misleading statements made by me/applicant or consequential omissions of any kind in the application process are sufficient cause for not being accepted as a volunteer or for being dismissed if I/applicant am already a volunteer no matter when discovered. I authorize the Royalton Public School District to investigate all of the information contained in this application. Any persons or organizations named are authorized to provide information regarding my/applicant's employment, volunteer history, character, and qualification and they are hereby released from all liability for providing such information. Submit Thanks for volunteering!

< Middle/High School Academics District Calendar Guidance Office Media Center New Enrollment April 2018 Student of the Month Adam Olson The faculty of Royalton High School (RHS) has named Adam Olson the April Student of the Month. Adam is the son of Gail and Troy Olson and he has one sister named Haley. Adam’s favorite class is Computer Integrated Manufacturing with Mr. Robert Skwira because the entire class dealt with programming and building with robotics and he really enjoys that. Adam’s favorite teacher is Mr. Jeff Schoenrock because he really understands the way he teaches and he makes math enjoyable. Adam’s teacher and Coach Mr. Randy Thielges states “Adam is a competitor both in the class room and on the athletic court. He strives to be the best.” Adam is involved in Basketball, Baseball, Student Council, National Honor Society, Knowledge Bowl, and BPA. His favorite high school memory is playing basketball with some of his best friends. Adam plans to attend the University of Minnesota Duluth to receive a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He sees himself hopefully having a career in Computer Aided Design, Robotics, or Computer Integrated Manufacturing. He also hopes to start a family. The advice Adam would give to any freshman is “Play every sport like it’s your last game because one day it will be.”

Student Services Total Special Education System (TSES) This document serves as the Total Special Education System Plan for Royalton Public School District in accordance with Minnesota Rule 3525.1100. This plan also includes an assurance for compliance with the federal requirements pertaining to districts’ special education responsibilities found in United States Code, title 20, chapter 33, and Code of Federal Regulations, title 34, part 300. This document is a companion to the Application for Special Education Funds – Statement of Assurances (ED-01350-29). To read the document in its entirety CLICK HERE . Section 504 Section 504 Coordinator Leah Roske is the person responsible for assuring the school district is in compliance with Section 504. She can help you with the regulations regarding the identification, evaluation or placement of students under Section 504. Should you have any questions please contact her at leah.roske@isd485.org or (320) 584-4267. The school address is 120 S. Hawthorn Street, Royalton, MN 56373. As the parents/guardians, you may also meet with the principals to resolve any objections to the evaluation or educational placement of your child. Section 504 FAQ Click here to learn more about Section 504. Policies and Forms Employee Disability Nondiscrimination Policy Student Disability Nondiscrimination Policy Nondiscrimination Report Form Grievance Procedures Procedural Safegards NOTICE OF PROCEDURAL SAFEGUARDS Notice of Parent/Student Rights in Identification, Evaluation, and Placement of Individuals with Disabilities In compliance with the procedural requirements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, hereinafter Section 504, the following Notice of Parent/Student Rights in Identification, Evaluation, and Placement shall be utilized in the Royalton School District. This document is provided to ensure that you are aware of the regulations regarding the identification, evaluation or placement under Section 504 that may pertain to your child. Should you have any questions, contact Eric Goodrich, the Section 504 coordinator. As the parents/guardians, you may also meet with the superintendent or a designee and/or the local school board to resolve any objections to the evaluation or educational placement of your child. I. Section 504 is enforced by the U. S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR). If you need information about Section 504, the contact information is as follows: Office for Civil Rights, Chicago Office (Region V) U. S. Department of Education 500 W. Madison Street Suite 1475 Chicago, Illinois 60661 (312) 730-1560 FAX: (312) 730-1576 TDD: (312) 730-1609 Email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov II. The following is a description of some of the rights granted by this federal law pertaining to students with disabilities who are subject to identification, evaluation or placement under Section 504. (See 34 C.F.R. § 104 for a full compilation of regulations.) A. Your child is entitled to take part in and receive benefits from public education programs or activities without discrimination because of his or her disability. 34 C.F.R. §104.21 B. Your child is entitled to receive a free appropriate public education regardless of the nature or severity of his or her disability. 34 C.F.R. § 104.33(a) C. Your child is entitled to receive regular or special education and related aids and services that are designed to meet his or her individual educational needs as adequately as the needs of students without disabilities. 34 C.F.R. § 104.33(b) D. Your child is entitled to receive free educational services except for those fees that are imposed on students without disabilities or their parents. 34 C.F.R. § 104.33(c) E. Your child is entitled to be educated with students without disabilities to the maximum extent appropriate to the needs of your child. 34 C.F.R. § 104.34(a) F. Your child is entitled to be educated in facilities and receive services and activities comparable to those provided to students without disabilities. 34 C.F.R. § 104.34(b)(c) G. Your child is entitled to an evaluation prior to an initial placement and any subsequent significant change in placement. 34 C.F.R. § 104.35(a) H. Your child is entitled to be evaluated and tested with procedures in accordance with regulations pertaining to evaluation procedures. 34 C.F.R. §104.34(b) I. Your child is entitled to have evaluation data and placement decisions based upon information from a variety of sources, including aptitude and achievement tests, teacher recommendations, physical condition, social or cultural background, and adaptive behavior. 34 C.F.R. § 104.35(c)(1) J. Your child is entitled to have interpretation of data and placement decisions based on evaluation procedures that ensure information is obtained from a variety of documented and carefully considered sources. 34 C.F.R.§ 104.35(b)(c)(2) K. Your child is entitled to have placement decisions made by persons knowledgeable about your child, the meaning of evaluation data, and placement options. 34 C.F.R. § 104.35 (c)(3) L. Your child is entitled to periodic evaluations. 34 C.F.R. § 104.35(d) M. Your child is entitled to an equal opportunity to participate in nonacademic and extracurricular activities offered by the school district. 34 C.F.R. § 104.37 N. You are entitled to notice prior to any action by the district pertaining to the identification, evaluation, or placement of your child. 34 C.F.R. § 104.36 O. You are entitled to examine relevant records relating to decisions regarding your child’s identification, evaluation, educational program, and placement. 34 C.F.R. § 104.36 P. You are entitled to request an impartial hearing and an appeal of any decisions or actions taken by the school district regarding your child’s identification, evaluation, educational program, or placement. The school district will bear the costs for these due process procedures. You and your child may take part in these proceedings and have an attorney represent you. The following details the procedures: i. If you disagree with the identification, evaluation, educational placement, or with the provisions of a free appropriate public education for your child, you may make a request for a hearing to the superintendent or the Section 504 coordinator, indicating the specific reason(s) for the request. Upon receipt of the request, the superintendent shall appoint the hearing officer. ii. The school district may initiate a hearing regarding the identification, evaluation, or educational placement of the student or the provision of a free appropriate public education to the student. The school district shall notify you of the specific reason(s) for the request. iii. The school district shall conduct hearings within twenty (20) instructional days after it receives the request, unless the hearing officer grants an extension, and at a time and place reasonably convenient to you. Q. You are entitled to request a review (appeal) of the hearing, should you not prevail. The following details the procedure: i. You or any party to the hearing may petition to review (appeal) the decision of the hearing officer. The request must specify the objections and be filed with the superintendent and the opposing party within twenty (20) instructional days of the date the hearing officer’s decision is received. The school district must appoint an independent appeals officer to conduct an impartial review of the record as a whole. The officer may, at his/her election, conduct the review with or without oral argument. Such review shall be conducted within twenty (20) instructional days of the receipt of the petition to review unless either party requests an extension of time. ii. The appeals officer shall ensure that a transcript of the review is prepared and made available to any party upon request. iii. Any party disagreeing with the decision of the appeals officer may appeal to a civil court with jurisdiction. iv. A parent/guardian represented by legal counsel during the proceedings of a due process hearing, appeal, or civil action may be entitled to reimbursement of legal fees if the parent ultimately prevails. This procedure does not deny the right of the grievant to file a formal complaint in federal court of with the U.S. Department of Education. Changes in the law, including timelines for filing a complaint, may affect your rights. The person in this school district who is responsible for assuring that the school district is in compliance with Section 504 is the Section 504 Coordinator. Leah Roske 120 S. Hawthorn Street Royalton, MN 56373 (320) 584-4267 leah.roske@isd485.org

< Middle/High School Academics District Calendar Guidance Office Media Center New Enrollment < Back February 2018 Artist of the Month Marshall Meehl Marshall Meehl, the son of Robert and Cheryl Meehl was recently named February Artist of the month at Royalton High School. He has been a leader in the school's Yearbook class for the past three years where he broke the all time school record for most ad sales. These sales not only paid for computers and software to run programs, but helped to keep the yearbooks affordable for all students. "I have always enjoyed drawing when I was younger," said Meehl. "That kind of runs in my family. The yearbook ad sales record just seemed easy for me." "I started teaching more than a few years back, and actually remember teaching Bob Meehl, the father of these talented boys," stated Royalton High School Visual Art Instructor Carl Halverson. "It was no surprise when Marshall showed up as a seventh grader with these same kinds of superior visual art talents. It was an added bonus, and a very pleasant surprise to see him out sell any sophomore in school history in yearbook class. Marshall has taken most of the high school art electives, and while he excels in each area, his drawing skills have seen the most significant growth. Every student in the school searches to find these areas that interest them the most, and hopefully, may lead them somewhere as they graduate from high school. There is no doubt in my mind that Marshall will use his sales and marketing skills in his future. After all, every student must use these same skills to "sell themselves" as they apply to a post secondary school, or even to fill out a job application. I hope that he continues to work to develop his artistic talents as well in his future. We will most definitely miss the funds that he has generated over the years to improve our yearbooks. More than anything else though, I will personally miss his "off the wall" sense of humor and his genuine concern for his peers." "This being my senior year, makes everything that much more special," added Meehl. "I remember the very first time I walked in to my seventh grade art class and Halverson telling me that I had some of the same talents that my brothers had. After every project, I would go home and compare mine to my brother's work. Even though I never thought that mine measured up to their work, he would just keep encouraging me to focus on doing "My Best" and not to focus on what I couldn't control. In that way, he's helped me through all areas throughout the years. We've talked about not just improving as an artist, but focusing on just being a better person and looking out for others too. It's been a journey with Halverson and the Art Department that I do not take for granted, and one I will never forget."

Region 5A Triple "A" Award Winner Christopher Borash Thursday, January 30, 2020 Royalton, MN -- Royalton Public Schools is proud to announce that Christopher Borash, a Royalton High School Senior, has been selected as the male MSHSL Region 5A ‘Triple A’ award winner. The selection had been paired down from ten males and ten females on January 22nd to four males and four females from the week prior and on January 29th, those selected students were invited to a banquet where each sub-region winner would make a five-minute speech about how arts, athletics, and academics have made an impact on their lives to the judges panel. Christopher says he was “very surprised and excited” by the nomination to the state level. Christopher went on to say that he lives by the ideology of “Not only to do your best but to put your heart into everything you do, that way I will have no regrets.” This ideology has served him well as a percussionist, guitar player, singer, 4.0 GPA student, three-sport athlete, student council president, student body president, leader in 4-H, academic tutor. “(He) is as strong a musician as I have seen in my six years in Royalton. He plays in all our major ensemble both Band and Choir, and still finds time to be a three-sport athlete...I look forward to seeing what he will do in the future” says Chris Coppicus, Director of Bands at Royalton High School. Christopher’s mom, Ann Borash, echoes these sentiments saying “he has always been a bit of an overachiever. He has been faced with challenges in his life and looks to overcome those challenges throwing his heart into the situation doing the best he possibly can.” One such challenge occurred last year when there was a last-minute need to fill a vacancy in the school Musical with only a week left before the production. “He became dedicated to the performance because he saw the need in the program and didn’t want to disappoint his classmates. He came in Clutch” says Drama Director Melanie Cimenski. The next step in the ‘Triple A’ award process takes place during the 2020 Boys’ State Basketball Tournament in mid-March where Christopher, along with the other finalists, will be introduced and a banquet will follow where the winner of the ‘Triple A’ award will be announced. “We are so incredibly proud of Christopher and what a great leader and role model he is for our school community and community as a whole,” says Activities Director Anthony Neumann. Christopher is the latest Male Representative for the ‘Triple A’ award with the last nomination from Royalton coming in 1997 in Matthew Epsky. Submitted by: Anthony Neumann Director of Student Activities Royalton MS/HS

ACTIVITIES #RoyaltonRoyals For instructions on any of the notification apps used by the coaches or advisors, click on the app name in the "How To" section on our Communication Plan . To receive notification of any last-minute changes to the activities or sports calendar, sign up with "Notify Me " to receive alerts and reminders. FALL Three Act Play Grades 6-12 Melanie Cimenski, Advisor melanie.cimenski@isd485.org Try-outs are in the middle of September robotics Troy Roering, Advisor troy.roering@isd485.org Season starts at the end of September WINTER one act play Senior High Melanie Cimenski, Advisor melanie.cimenski@isd485.org Try-outs are in the middle of December Knowledge Bowl Mindy Klosowski, Advisor mindy.klosowski@isd485.org Season starts in December speech Tami Shaughnessy, Advisor tami.shaughnessy@isd485.org Season starts in January SPRING Musical Grades 6-12 Melanie Cimenski, Advisor melanie.cimenski@isd485.org Try-outs are in February trap Shooting Sam Crowder, Advisor samc1903@gmail.com Season starts at the end of March Activity Page > YEAR-LONG student council Senior High Heidi Noerenberg, Advisor heidi.noerenberg@isd485.org Activity Page > student council Junior High Mindy Klosowski, Advisor mindy.klosowski@isd485.org yearbook Cathy Tordsen, Advisor cathy.tordsen@isd485.org Activity Page > BPA Advisor Needed FFA Nathan Goldade, Advisor nathan.goldade@isd485.org Joelle Liddane, Advisor joelle.liddane@isd485.org Activity Page > spanish club Lake Mathison, Advisor lake.mathison@isd485.org tech/YES club Robert Skwira, Advisor robert.skwira@isd485.org National Honor society Nolan Frank, Advisor nolan.frank@isd485.org Prom Claire Welinski, Advisor claire.welinski@isd485.org

< Middle/High School Academics District Calendar Guidance Office Media Center New Enrollment May 2024 Student of the Month Kylie Waytashek Kylie is the daughter of Nicole. When asked about how family has impacted her, Kylie had this to say, “My family has taught me many things in life. They have taught me to be strong willed, show respect to others, to always be kind, and how to persevere during lifes challenges. I enjoy spending time with my family by going to sporting events, playing cards, spending time outdoors, deer hunting, watching movies, and playing games with my two little cousins. My family has always encouraged me to be the best that I can be. They always have supported me through the ups and downs of life. I am always thankful for my family.” During her time at Royalton, Kylie’s favorite class was Human Biology, “My favorite class in high school was human biology with Ms. Gerads. Human biology was memorable because I was able to learn so many new things about the human body. The reason human biology stood out to me was because of all of the various labs that we did. Some of the labs we did were dissecting baby pigs and analyzing sheep hearts. I would suggest this class to others because you get to learn so many new things about the human body, and how our systems work.” Kylie was asked if she had to pick a teacher that she really enjoyed in class, her response was Mr. Chris Coppicus, “My favorite teacher is Mr. Coppicus, our band teacher. He is my favorite teacher because he always makes class time enjoyable. Throughout my four years in band, Mr. Coppicus took the time to get to know me. Mr. Coppicus would always ask me about my life and how I am doing outside of school, and would often ask about my many basketball ventures. He inspires me to be a leader and to be someone others can look up to, just like he always was for me.” In school Kylie was involved in some different activities, “The activities I am involved in at Royalton include Basketball, Track and Field, and the Royal Ambassador Program. The biggest reason I enjoy each activity is because I get to spend time with all of my friends, while also trying my best to be a role model for the younger kids. Through my involvement in these activities, I have gained many friendships, new core memories, and have learned how to be the leader that I am so that I can have a positive impact on the students younger than me.” When asked about some special memories that she has from high school, there were a couple that came to mind, “My favorite high school memory was attending all of the sporting events. I got to spend time with my friends, while watching my classmates participate in a sport that they enjoy. I also have two specific memorable events that I took place in. The first one was during my freshman year of basketball; we beat #4 seeded Holdingford at their place in playoffs as underdogs being the #13 seed. We won 53-48 in overtime. The second event was this year at BBE when I broke two school records in one game, with one being for the most points in a game with 39, and the second being for the most threes in a game with ten.” Next year Kylie will be attending Valparaiso University on a basketball scholarship. “I am attending Valparaiso University and I am wanting to pursue a degree in biochemistry on the path to become an orthodontist and I will also be playing on the basketball team. I chose Valpo because I love my coach’s beliefs and my teammates’ energy and attitudes, and I fell in love with the campus itself. Once I stepped on campus, I knew that Valpo would be my home for the next four years.” Kylie’s advice to high school freshmen was this, “Advice I would give to the freshmen would be to make all of the little moments count throughout high school. Another big piece of advice would be to get involved in as many high school events and activities as you can, because through these you will meet friends, and you will get to experience new things that you might not have thought were interesting to you at first. I know it might seem cliche, but high school really does go by fast.”