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It is March, and we have another fantastic high school student to recognize! This week's Bucket Filler was nominated for showing appreciation to one of her teachers for having a great lesson. Congratulations to Rose Wieser! Thank you Rose!
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Our High School Bucket Filler of the Week is Erza Gomez! Erza was nominated for always looking out for the well being of his peers. On a particular day, Erza looked after a peer's belongings and kept them safe when the other student was unable to do so. Thank you for always supporting others and being a great example of the Lancer Way! Congratulations Erza!
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This week's High School Bucket Filler of the Week was nominated for taking some extra time out of his day to stay after class and help clean up some lab equipment. This week's bucket filler is Isaac Lehmann! Thank you Isaac for going above and beyond to help out and ensure that things are ready for your classmates! Keep it up!
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Check out the 12th annual Southeast Minnesota High School Art Show, which will be showcasing some of our very own La Crescent-Hokah student artwork!
Art show is open from Wednesday, February 21 – March 17, 2024
Sunday, February 25: Open House (free admission) 11am-4pm
Rochester Art Center
Hours: Wednesday - Sunday: 11 am – 4 pm; Closed Monday and Tuesday
Admission Rates: Student Artists, their families and guests get free admission to the SE MN High School Art show during the exhibition.
Ages 21 and under are always free!
If you would like to view the rest of the exhibitions in the Art Center, a donation of $8 per person is encouraged.
A guided tour can be arranged at: rochesterartcenter.org/private-groups-workshops.
The Rochester Art Center is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit, and every little bit helps!
Address & Website:
30 Civic Center Drive SE, STE 120. Rochester, MN
https://www.rochesterartcenter.org/
Special thanks to The Rochester Art Center for continuing to organize this amazing event and for picking up our artwork!
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Our High School Bucket Filler of the Week was nominated for going above and beyond to help out classmates with school work and anything else that they need. Congratulations to Carter Shay! Thank you for being an example to others. Keep up the great work!
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The district will be hosting three community meetings to discuss the possibility of moving to a flexible learning schedule (a potential early start in August) in the next school year or the year following. Please see the meeting information below.
Monday, February 12th @ 7 pm - Secondary School Auditorium
(High School Registration Night/Conferences)
Wednesday, February 21st @ 6 pm - Elementary School Mezzanine
(Regular School Board Meeting)
Tuesday, February 27th @ 5 pm - Elementary School Artium Lobby
(Kindergarten Open House)
Additional information will be shared as it becomes available.
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Did you know we have a Community Bulletin Board on our website? You can find relevant information about events in the surrounding communities.
Check it out here --> https://www.isd300.k12.mn.us/documents/community-bulletin-board/148195
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La Crescent-Hokah middle school students of the month from December were from right to left: 8th grade-Lacey Holter; 7th grade-Greta Lange; 6th grade-Peter Moulton; 5th grade- Madison Jorstad. Congratulations!
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Notice: PRIME VENDOR REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP)
The Coulee School Nutrition Group is accepting RFP’s for a Prime Vendor for the
2024-2025 school year for Food and Supply Product through 9:00 a.m. on Thursday,
March 14 th 2024.
Contact Jesse Bender, Tomah School District Food and Nutrition Program for the
RFP. Email – jessebender@tomah.education or phone – 608-374-7363
RFP’s will be opened at 9:00 a.m., Thursday March 14th, 2024 in the District Office
Conference of Sparta, 900 E Montgomery Street. Sparta, WI 54656
Direct questions or informational requests to Jess Bender, Director of Food and
Nutrition Services
The District reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive
technicalities.
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This week's High School Bucket Filler of the Week was nominated for always showing compassion and kindness towards others, even when she's having a bad day herself. This week's Bucket Filler of the Week is Alayna Baker! Congratulations Alayna and thank you for supporting others!
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This week's Bucket Filler of the Week at the High School was nominated for being a great advocate and always doing so in a very responsible and respectful way. Congratulations to Dana Friesen on being selected this week! Thank you for all that you do!
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Looking for inspiring work?
Substitutes have the chance to inspire students every day. Rewarding substitute teaching and paraprofessional opportunities are available through our partner, Teachers On Call. You don’t need prior experience—just a desire to help students become the best versions of themselves. Learn more! https://www.teachersoncall.com/talent/apply-now
Contact our Teachers On Call Recruiter Sydney Arens with any questions: sydney.arens@teachersoncall.com
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School Board Member Eric Morken was awarded the Minnesota School Boards Association 2024 President's Award. This award was earned by successfully completing 300+ hours of MSBA-sponsored sessions to improve individual performance. Congratulations, Eric!
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Due to the current conditions and forecasted weather, La Crescent-Hokah Public Schools will be closed today, Tuesday, January 9th. There will be no school or Weather Impacted Learning day today. All after-school activities, including practices and kids' company, are canceled. Thank you, and stay safe.
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Our High School Bucket Filler for the week of January 8th was nominated for being a great listener, using her time well in class, and being very respectful of others. This week's award winner is Lexi Hillstrom. Congratulations Lexi! Thank you for being an example to others!
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La Crescent-Hokah Middle School held its Breakfast of Champions for December this morning and recognized the following students; they are left to right: Madalyn Kneifl, Serenity Taulbee, Lucas Rytilahti, Malia Ahlschlager, Joselyn Weiker, Taylor McGuire, Cooper Beeler-books, Lexi Eaton, Julia Nickelotti, Zoey Tomten
![La Crescent-Hokah Middle School Breakfast of Champions for the month of December were recognized this morning. Left to right: Madalyn Kneifel, Serenity Taulbee, Lucas Rytilahti, Malia Ahlschlager, Joselyn Weiker, Taylor McGuire, Cooper Beeler-books, Lexi Eaton, Julia Nickelotti, Zoey Tomten](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/la_crescent-hokah_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6581797/large_IMG_0609.jpg)
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Our High School Bucket Filler of the Week was nominated for using polite manners, asking for help when needed, and helping out her classmates when they needed it. This week's winner is Brooklyn Mitchell! Keep up the great work!
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Students, staff, and parents were treated to a special jazz band performance this morning.
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Mr. Lehrke and Mr. Kubicek greeted students a little differently this morning.
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The La Crescent-Hokah Middle School students of the month for November were: Brynn Johnson, 8th grade; Owen Heintz, 7th grade; Elizabeth Bednarchuk, 6th grade; and Aidan Wolowicz, 5th grade. Congratulations students!
![La Crescent-Hokah Middle School Students of the month for November were from left to right: Brynn Johnson, 8th-grade; Owen Heintz, 7th-grade; Elizabeth Bednarchuk, 6th-grade; and Aidan Wolowicz, 5th-grade](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/la_crescent-hokah_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6351242/large_Nov._Student_of_the_Month.jpg)