La Crescent-Hokah Public Schools -

Our students benefit every day from the leadership and vision of our school board. This month we'll recognize and take time to thank these dedicated school leaders. #SchoolBoard Recognition Month #CelebrateSchoolBoards

I'm proud to announce our first High School Bucket Filler of the school year! Bucket fillers are nominated by staff for doing kind acts and going the extra mile help make our school a better place. This week's winner was nominated by Mr Dick for going above and beyond in helping start the year off well. In addition to participating in class, she played a big part in organizing the classroom structure and establishing a positive culture over the first few weeks. Congratulations to Ms Addi Botcher! Thank you for all that you do!

Last year, 8th graders built relationships with 4th graders at the elementary. Last Friday, they met again to check in about the first week of school. Our 9th graders are great role models for our 5th graders and we look forward to these friendships throughout the year!

"I've always loved the first day of school better than the last day of school. Firsts are best because they are beginnings."

Our Link Leaders are a group of Juniors and Seniors who have offered their time and energy to support 9th graders this year. They lead through intentional activities that help them better understand the responsibility of being a 9th grader and member of our Lancer community.

La Crescent-Hokah ISD 300 (Official Publication) ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS The Public School District, La Crescent-Hokah ISD 300, will receive bids on: Group Health and Welfare Benefits – Medical Insurance Plans Until 10:30 A.M. on August 26, 2024, at La Crescent-Hokah ISD 300 District Office, Attn: Stephanie Pierce, Benefits Manager, 703 S 11 th St., La Crescent, MN 55947 Copies of the Request for Proposal, existing labor management agreements, and existing contracts are available free of charge at Marsh & McLennan Agency, 6160 Golden Hills Drive, Minneapolis, MN 55416. Bids should be addressed to Stephanie Pierce, La Crescent -Hokah ISD 300, and the envelope clearly marked to indicate the contents. No Vendor may withdraw his/her bid within thirty (30) days after the date of opening without the consent of the School District. The District reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informalities in bidding of advertisement. The District reserves the right to select the proposal which best meets the needs of the district pursuant to the M.S. 471.6161.

Registration for before and after school Kids Company for the 24-25 school year opens on August 1! The last day to register will be August 20. The registration link is found on our website: https://www.isd300.k12.mn.us/page/kids-company (or go to isd300.k12.mn.us > Menu > Community Education > Kids Company.) *Please note there is a link for previously registered families and a link for NEW families. Any late registrations are subject to consideration and late fee. Not registering in time could also result in delay of care - up to 2 weeks wait for care so PLEASE don't wait to register! What we offer: BEFORE SCHOOL CARE 6:30-8:30 - Students can be dropped off no earlier than 6:30 - There is free play in the small gym until the students breakfast around 7:35 - Students who don't want breakfast go outside - After either breakfast or outside the bell rings and they go to their classrooms AFTER SCHOOL CARE 2:50 (2:10 Wed)-5:30 - The end of day bell rings at 2:50 (2:10 on Wednesdays) - Kids Co does provide an after school snack - Students will have opportunities to participate in different activities such as: Crafts, coloring, reading, outside time, gym time, and other planned activities. - All students must be picked up no later than 5:30 For rates and other procedures please find them in our updated handbook: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GUZlZS5Pf9eObXDVpJPhiyNur90Vnw5vdMsgTBrpjdA/edit#heading=h.xjnxvt87bz0s If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask! Email Program Coordinator, Kayde McMannis at kayde.mcmannis@isd300.k12.mn.us or call 507-895-4484 x 1156!

NOTICE OF FILING DATES FOR ELECTION TO THE SCHOOL BOARD INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 300 LA CRESCENT-HOKAH PUBLIC SCHOOLS STATE OF MINNESOTA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the period for filing affidavits of candidacy for the office of school board member of Independent School District #300 shall begin on July 30, 2024, and shall close at 4:00 o’clock p.m. on August 13, 2024. The general election shall be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.  At that election, four (4) members will be elected to the school board for terms of four (4) years each. Affidavits of Candidacy are available from the school district clerk, 703 South 11th Street.  The filing fee for this office is $2.  A candidate for this office must be an eligible voter, must be 21 years of age or more on assuming office, must have been a resident of the school district from which the candidate seeks election for thirty (30) days before the general election, and must have no other affidavit on file for any other office at the same general election. The affidavits of candidacy must be filed in the office of the school district clerk, and the filing fee must be paid prior to 4:00 o’clock p.m. on Tuesday, August 13, 2024.

Our secondary school media center is getting a new look! Last week, new carpet was installed. Later, new furniture will be added to the space, along with many new books for our students to enjoy! Thank you to everyone who volunteered to make this project happen!

NOTICE OF FILING DATES FOR ELECTION TO THE SCHOOL BOARD INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 300 LA CRESCENT-HOKAH PUBLIC SCHOOLS STATE OF MINNESOTA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the period for filing affidavits of candidacy for the office of school board member of Independent School District #300 shall begin on July 30, 2024, and shall close at 4:00 o’clock p.m. on August 13, 2024. The general election shall be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.  At that election, four (4) members will be elected to the school board for terms of four (4) years each. Affidavits of Candidacy are available from the school district clerk, 703 South 11th Street.  The filing fee for this office is $2.  A candidate for this office must be an eligible voter, must be 21 years of age or more on assuming office, must have been a resident of the school district from which the candidate seeks election for thirty (30) days before the general election, and must have no other affidavit on file for any other office at the same general election. The affidavits of candidacy must be filed in the office of the school district clerk, and the filing fee must be paid prior to 4:00 o’clock p.m. on Tuesday, August 13, 2024.

✏️📒Supply lists are now available! Find them on our website or follow the link below! https://www.isd300.k12.mn.us/documents/families/school-supplies-lists/500601

ISD300 will have four board member seats on the election ballot this November. The filing period for candidacy begins on July 30th. Check out the link below to learn more about being a board member: https://mnmsba.org/membership/becoming-a-school-board-member/

Congratulations, Lancer Clay Trap Team, on your 2nd place state section 2024 Spring Clay Trap Season! And, a second congratulations, Olivia Thesing, on your 1st Place State Division Title!!

With MDE, the Free Meals for Kids mobile app was created to support summer meal programs utilizing the Summer Food Service Program. Free Meals for Kids helps families and kids locate free healthy meals across Minnesota. The App is powered by GPS and shows locations of schools and community sites providing meals, with days and hours of operation. It also shows the distance and directions to the nearest site from your location. We list all sites that have been approved by MDE. The App is updated regularly, even daily, to make sure the information is current. Download on the App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/summer-eats-minnesota/id1230666424 Get it on Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.p3703BA&hl=en_US

Congratulations to our retirees! 🎉 Cathy Erickson, Special Education Teacher, 36 years at LCHPS, 43 years total Jane Goetzinger, Second Grade Teacher, 28 years at LCHPS + total! Kathy Shaw, Health Assistant, 11 at LCHPS, 30 years total Deb Tornow (not pictured), Paraprofessional, 22 years at LCHPS

Hello Lancer Community! Graduation is tonight at 7pm at the La Crescent Community Ice Arena. Doors will open at 6pm. Seating is first come, first serve. If you are unable to be there in person, we do plan on livestreaming the ceremony on our facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/isd300lancers/ We look forward to you being a part of celebrating the graduating class of 2024!

The last Middle School students of the month are from left to right: 8th grade, Alaynah Hernandez; 7th grade, Taylor Malott, 6th grade Ava Belter; and 5th grade, Marjorie Schwartzhoff. Congratulations students!

Get ready for safe summer bike riding! The Bike Shoppe, the City of La Crescent, La Crescent Police Department, Houston County Public Health, and La Crescent-Hokah Community Education have organized this fun event for children to bring their bikes to as we kick off summer! Children will go through stations to get their bike and helmet checked over, traverse the safety demonstration course, learn proper biking etiquette, and enter to win prizes! Rain date: Sunday, June 2, 2:00-4:00pm

At half time of the MS staff vs. student game we did a half court shooting contest. The winner was 8th grader Drew Crosby.

Mr. Lehrke’s 6th grade Language Arts class flipped over their reward of pancakes this morning. Thanks to the chefs Mr. Lehrke, Mr. Bartz and Mrs. Sichler.