As you're replenishing school supplies for the last few months of school, remember to save your receipts. The Minnesota Department of Revenue offers two valuable tax benefits for parents who purchase school supplies for their K-12 students: the K-12 Education Credit and Subtraction. These benefits can reduce parents’ taxes to increase their refund, but is only available for those who keep their receipts. Purchases for most school supplies, field trips, and musical instruments for school band are eligible.
Most Minnesota parents qualify for the K-12 subtraction, which reduces their taxable income. Parents under certain income limits may also qualify for the K-12 credit, which can refund up to 75% of their costs – even for parents who do not owe any taxes. More details here: https://www.revenue.state.mn.us/press-release/2022-08-03/save-those-back-school-shopping-receipts-valuable-tax-benefits
STEM Club is a community education program where students create and showcase science and engineering projects. On March 1st, our willow students competed in a regional STEM fair where they presented their projects to a series of 4 judges and to the public. We are proud to bring home multiple awards including Willow Creek Promise Awards and various Peer Honors. Thank you to all of our Oraculi mentors, parents, and students for the amazing work that you put in!
Way to go students!
Theme Thursday at Willow Creek
March 7th
Tie Dye Day!
Rochester Public Schools is surveying families and community members to engage in conversation and seek feedback about a 2024 Referendum. We invite you to participate because your opinion is important to us!
The survey will remain open for responses until 11:59 p.m. on March 8, 2024.
Take the survey at this link: https://rochesterpsd.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4HI6PWOEKbcIFpA
Willow Creek Middle School
Theme Thursday!
Fictional Character Day!
Today, we're kicking off Public Schools Week, a celebration of the heart of our communities - our public schools! Public schools are the backbone of our society, nurturing future leaders. Let's celebrate the achievements and dedication of our educators and education advocates!
Through First Student and Kids on the GO, RPS has around 160 active bus drivers and 136 a.m. & p.m. routes, as well as 63 van drivers who are dedicated to providing service to the District. We recognize the importance of every one of our drivers and appreciate their dedication to our students. #schoolbusdriverappreciationday #thankabusdriver
Theme Thursday February 22nd
Decades Day!
There will be no school Monday, February 19th in observance of Presidents Day. Enjoy your three day weekend!
February 16, 2024, is National Caregivers Day. Today we honor individuals who selflessly provide personal care and physical- and emotional support to those who need it most. #thankacaregiver #nationalcaregiversday
Spread some appreciation this Valentine's day and kick off Random Acts of Kindness week by sharing with someone how much they mean to you!
Did you know: Minnesotans can now claim the Child Tax Credit, with no limit on the number of children claimed. You must file a 2023 individual income tax return in order to claim the credit. Most taxpayers who are eligible to claim the new Child Tax Credit are also eligible for free tax preparation assistance. Learn more about income requirements and qualifications on the Child Tax Credit webpage: https://www.revenue.state.mn.us/child-tax-credit
The tax credit of up to $1750 per child is estimated to cut child poverty by up to one-third in Minnesota. Nearly 300,000 households, including 513,000 children, are estimated to qualify for the credit.
Theme Thursday at Willow Creek!
Thursday, February 15th
Favorite Sports Team Day!
Welcoming the lunar new year and the year of the dragon! Happy Lunar New Year!
We are celebrating Black History Month at Willow Creek Middle School.
Thank you Ms. Bork and her students!
Mall Ball Friday!
Dawn Johnson is a school counselor at Willow Creek Middle School. She meets with students in various ways, including small groups, individual sessions, and in large groups in the auditorium or classrooms. She really enjoys watching students grow emotionally from 6th grade to 8th grade, as those changes can be big and VERY interesting.
Theme Thursday here at Willow Creek Middle School
Super Hero Day!
We can always count on REIDO!
February is Frienship month here at Willow Creek Middle School.
Thank you Ms. Howe and students for helping with the bulleting board.
This week is National School Counseling Week. We appreciate all you do for our students, families and staff.
Dawn, Tracy and Liam!
