The winners of the 500 Card Party held at Ridgeway Community School on Sunday, February 16th were: Women: 1st place –Deb Fawcett (4,050), 2nd Place – Mary Wenzel (3,740), 3rd place – Doreen Backler (3330). Men: 1st place – Hans Dammerman (4,410), 2nd place – Steve Miller (3,670), and 3rd place - Kyle Colbensen (3,220).
Ridgeway Community School’s 500 Card Party Tournament will wrap up next Sunday, February 23rd with play beginning at 1:00 p.m.. No partner is necessary and you don’t need to have attended previous days of the tournament to attend the last Sunday of play. A suggested donation of $5.00 or more to the school’s parent organization, Ridgeway Parents and Community (RPAC), is requested for those attending. Those participating are provided a tasty lunch following play, including sandwiches, chips, pickles, and desserts. Players have the opportunity to win door prizes and prizes for the top 3 men and women players as well as a men’s and women’s tournament prize for the highest scores over the 3 weeks of play. For more information about the tournament contact the school at 507-454-9566 or go to www.ridgewayschool.org.
1st picture Top Row: (Left to Right): 1st place – Hans Dammerman (4,410), 2nd place – Steve Miller (3,670), and 3rd place - Kyle Colbensen (3,220).
Front Row: (Left to Right): 1st place –Deb Fawcett (4,050), 2nd Place – Mary Wenzel (3,740), 3rd place – Doreen Backler (3330).
2nd Picture: George and Mary Wenzel - Card Party Volunteers
3rd Picture: Refreshments being served after play.
Ridgeway Community School is once again hosting a MN DNR Firearms Safety Class this Spring. The class runs from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday evenings beginning March 11th and running through April 22nd. The Class concludes with a mandatory Field Day from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 26th at the Winona Sportsman's Club.
MN DNR Firearms Certification is required of anyone born after December 31, 1979 to purchase a hunting license in Minnesota. Youth have to be 11 years old by March 11th in order to participate in this class. The certification will be valid on their 12th birthday. Space is limited in the class which is filling on a first-come, first-serve bases. Thanks to the support of Ridgeway Community School and the Bluff Country Deer Hunters Association there is no charge for the class. However, a license registration fee is required after completing the class.
Space is limited for this class. To register for the class click on this link:
https://forms.gle/GrvWpySFb5VYwKTp6
For more information about the requirements for Firearms Safety certification in Minnesota go to the MN DNR website: www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/firearms/index.html.
Ridgeway's February 16th Card Parties are going on as scheduled TODAY, Sunday, February 16th, with play beginning at 1:00 p.m.
Ridgeway's Kindergarteners brought some creative Valentines Boxes to school on Friday for their Valentine's Day Party. Here are photos of some of them.
A nice gathering of Little Jays youngsters and their caregivers was held at Ridgeway Community School on Saturday morning. Those attending enjoyed jumping in the bounce house, climbing the wall, playing dodgeball, doing crafts, having a snack, and hearing a story. If you weren't able to join us this month, mark your calendar for our next Little Jays Playgroup on March 22nd from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m.
Our Little Jays Playgroup is GOING ON AS SCHEDULED TODAY from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. this morning despite the snow. With more cold weather coming, this is a great morning to get your youngsters to a gym for a little large motor activity and some Valentine's fun!
The Ridgeway students and staff took a little time on Friday afternoon to have a Valentines Day Party. Here are photos of some of our 1st to 5th graders and their creative Valentines boxes. Happy Valentines Day everyone!
Ridgeway Community School students celebrated 100 Days of School on Wednesday with a Luau Party. After too many days of indoor recess, we decided to "transport" ourselves to a warmer climate for the day. A good time was had by all!
We had a fun afternoon on Saturday at our annual Winter Family Fun Day. This year we hunted for Yetis outside and made Yetis inside. We also climbed the walls and shot some basketballs. The few inches of snow that arrived during the party added to our winter atmosphere!
Here are the highlights of the special events going on at Ridgeway Community School this week:
Tuesday, Feb. 11th - 6 PM - RPAC Meeting - Everyone Welcome - Free Childcare Available
Wednesday, Feb. 12th - 100th Day of School - Celebrations likely, especially in the younger grades.
Thursday, February 13th - Full Snow Moon -the day before Valentine's Day...Hold on to your valentines!
Friday, February 14th - Valentine's Day - Preschool Party in AM, K-5 Parties in PM.
Saturday, February 15th - 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. - Little Jays Playgroup
Sunday, February 16th - 1:00 p.m. - 500 Card Party
Hope to see our Ridgeway friends and neighbors at our activities and events this week!
The winners of the 500 Card Party held at Ridgeway Community School on Sunday, February 9th were: Women: 1st place –Rosie Moger (3,300), 2nd Place – Sandy Koeller (3,220), 3rd place – Lois Ladewig (3210). Men: 1st place – Tim Rislow (3,890), 2nd place – Steve Miller (3,710), and 3rd place Wayne Steiver (3,520).
Ridgeway Community School’s 500 Party Tournament will continue on February 16th and February 23rd. No partner is necessary and you don’t need to have attended the first day of the tournament to attend either of the remaining two Sundays of play. A suggested donation of $5.00 or more to the school’s parent organization, Ridgeway Parents and Community (RPAC), is requested for those attending. Those participating are provided a light lunch following play and the opportunity to win door prizes and prizes for the top 3 men and women players as well as a men’s and women’s tournament prize for the highest scores over the 3 weeks of play. For more information about the tournament contact the school at 507-454-9566 or go to www.ridgewayschool.org
Thanks to Kevin Larsen Construction LLC for supporting this community event.
Pictured Top Row: (Left to Right): 1st Place – Tim Rislow (3,890), 2nd place – Steve Miller (3,710), 3rd Place - Place Wayne Stiever (3,520);
Front Row: (Left to Right): 1st Place - Rosie Moger (3,300), 3rd place Lois Ladewig (3,210); Not ‘Pictured: Sandy Koeller second place (3,220)
We are switching up our after-school clubs for the month of February. Still hoping for some snow so we can do some cross-country skiing, but in the meantime, we'll create with Legos, shoot some arrows, and build our strategy skills with Mr. R's Chess Club.
Please consider joining us for our Winter Family Fun Day on Saturday, January 8th at 1:00 p.m. or our 1st 500 Card Party at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 9th.
Our 2nd and 3rd grade Lego Club had its last gathering this week. Each week the students met in the school library to work on a new Lego challenge. Some weeks 4th & 5th graders assisted with judging the creations. Many thanks to Ms. Laurie for leading this club and to Ms. Lindsay and Miss. Brooke for their assistance with the fun!
Ridgeway's 4th and 5th Graders showed off the results of their science projects at the School's Science Fair on January 28th. The students did a great job of putting their presentation boards together despite a fair amount of illness and some lost school days! Thanks to all the families and friends who attended the event to learn about the students' projects. These photos are of some of the 5th graders in front of their projects.
The Ridgeway Bluejays have a busy week ahead with some activities originally scheduled for last week rescheduled for this week. Please join us for our Open House Night on Tuesday, January 28th. Kindergarten Roundup begins at 6:00 p.m. and the 4th and 5th Grade Science Fair begins at 6:30 p.m. Please let us know you plan to attend our Kindergarten Roundup Open House by filling out this short K-Roundup Registration Form: https://forms.gle/qkhaRqkLoBndquwe8
Earlier this month, Ridgeway Community School collaborated with the Pleasant Busy Bees 4-H Club on our 2nd Annual 10 Days of Giving Food Drive Challenge. The 4-H Club matched every food item Ridgeway families donated to the 10 Days of Giving Food Drive. Together, the two organizations contributed 1,455 items to the 10 Days of Giving Food Drive. Many thanks to all the families who contributed to making this food drive successful!
#tendaysofgiving;
Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah to our families, friends, and neighbors!
Ridgeway's Kindergarten to 5th grade students had a great time at Friday's annual Winter Fun Day. The students sang some of their Holiday Concert songs at Merchants Bank and Watkin's Home Great Hall during the morning. After lunch, the students were able to choose between skating at Bud King Ice Rink or swimming and playing in the gym at Winona State University. Thanks to our awesome parent organization RPAC for their financial support for this trip, and to all the businesses and individuals who support RPAC's annual spring raffle which raises funds for this and other field trips. Their efforts allowed us to provide the choice of afternoon activities for our students to enjoy some fun lifetime sports activities. We hope all our families and neighbors can enjoy some fun physical activities during our winter break!
On Thursday evening these Ridgeway Community School students performed at the school's Winter Piano recital. Many thanks to Ridgeway 's music teacher Mrs. O'Brien, Mr. Hobbs and the other piano teachers who work with our students to help them develop their musical skills.
Last week Ridgeway's favorite "Science Grandparents" Anna and Mike Markegard led two afternoon STEM sessions with our 4th and 5th graders. They explored the "Science of Color" and learned that color results from light interacting with objects, where wavelengths of light are absorbed or reflected by the surface. Our eyes perceive these wavelengths as different colors, with the brain interpreting them based on their frequency and intensity. We would like to thank the Markegards for making this ELECTRIFYING, hands-on learning experience!
