Daily Announcements

Changes to Students' End of Day Plans

Changes to your child's after-school transportation or care arrangements should be communicated to his/her teacher with a written note sent to school with your child.  If there is a change that needs to be communicated after the start of the school day, please call the office at 715.377.3890 as early as possible so that staff have ample time to notify your child's teacher of the change.  NO NOT SEND AN EMAIL OR PARENTSQUARE MESSAGE TO YOUR CHILD'S TEACHER and DO NOT leave a voicemail on the teacher's phone.  In the interest of student safety, we ask that no changes are made after 3:00 P.M.

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Student Drop Off & Pick Up Procedures

Please take a moment to review River Crest Elementary School’s Drop Off & Pick Up Procedures.

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River Crest Indoor/Outdoor Recess Policies

Our students have daily recess except in extreme weather conditions such as rain or severe cold/wind chill temperatures. Students are not permitted to stay indoors during recess time without a written request from a physician. 

Cold Weather Policy

• If the temperature is 0°F or below, the students will not go outside for recess.
• If the wind chill is colder than –10°F, the students will not go outside for recess.
• If the wind chill is between 0°F and –10°F, outdoor recess may be shortened or canceled by the principal based on local conditions.

Outerwear Policy

• Jackets are required if the temperature is below 50°F.
• Jackets, snow pants, mittens/gloves, and hats are required if the temperature is below 35°F.
• Boots are required if there is snow on the ground or if the ground is wet or muddy. 
• If students do not have appropriate outerwear for the weather conditions, they will be restricted to playing on the blacktop or cement areas of the playground.

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Hudson Backpack and Food Programs

The Hudson Backpack and Food Program offers families in need the opportunity to participate in their food support program.  You can sign up here to have your student bring home a backpack with food once a week.  Along with the Fresh Harvest Pantry, the Hudson Area Backpack and Food Programs provide food and basic items for daily to student, families and individuals experiencing food insecurity.  Any individual living in St. Croix County is is welcome to participate in their programs. Information about the programs they offer can be found here.