La Crescent-Hokah Public Schools -

Happy last Monday of October! I'm pleased to announce our High School Bucket Filler of the Week. This week's winner is a part of our work experience program, and he was recognized by his supervisor as demonstrating kindness, willingness to follow directions, role modeling positive behavior, and demonstrating a great work ethic. This week's winner is Braiden Hansen! Thank you Braiden for all of the hard work!

ATTENTION, ATTENTION! We are excited to welcome all families and friends of the La Crescent-Hokah School District to help raise funds for the Middle School on Monday, November 11th from 4-8 pm at the Onalaska Noodles and Co! Take a night off from cooking and get over to the Noodles and Co. in Onalaska for supper. Noodles will donate 25% of the proceeds from this evening to the Middle School, and these funds will help make our Lancer Way Day trips possible for YOUR students!

We are excited to share an updated version of the 2024-2025 school calendar. Upon review, an additional no-school day was added on February 14th. The updated calendar is also available on our website. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Mandi at the district office - 507-895-5051.

"I didn't know ________ cost so much!" Thank you Altra Federal Credit Union for a great event to help open eyes and help students understand some of the realities of being an adult. https://www.wxow.com/news/a-reality-check-from-altra-to-la-crescent-high-school-seniors/article_631beb10-8a7d-11ef-91f7-23a7959d1d55.html

Hello Lancer Family! Our High School Bucket Filler of the week for this week is a student who went out of their way to lead their lab group. They worked hard to ensure that everyone had all of the data that they needed and understood what was going on during the lab. He is a true leader for his lab group. Congratulations to Landen Tully for being this week's bucket filler!

Winter readiness on your mind? Lancer Innovations can help with that - Snowblower Tune Ups!

I'm happy to announce our High School Bucket Filler of the Week! This week's winner is WIlliam Nissalke! He was nominated for showing kindness and thoughtfulness towards others. This included offering to fill up someone else's water bottle when William was going to fill up his own. Great job showing kindness to others and filling their bucket!

TONIGHT!!! We are excited to welcome all families and friends of the La Crescent-Hokah School District to help raise funds for the Middle School on Monday, October 7th from 4-8 pm at the Onalaska Burracho’s! Take a night off from cooking and get over to the Burracho’s in Onalaska for supper. They will donate 25% of the proceeds from this evening to the Middle School, and these funds will help make our Lancer Way Day trips possible for YOUR students!

Lance, the band, and the colorguard visited the Elementary School today and put on a wonderful show! Students were able to interact with the band and colorguard and even participate in the band's famous limbo act!

We are excited to welcome all families and friends of the La Crescent-Hokah School District to help raise funds for the Middle School on Monday, October 7th from 4-8 pm at the Onalaska Burracho’s! Take a night off from cooking and get over to the Burracho’s in Onalaska for supper. They will donate 25% of the proceeds from this evening to the Middle School, and these funds will help make our Lancer Way Day trips possible for YOUR students!

ATTENTION, ATTENTION! We are excited to welcome all families and friends of the La Crescent-Hokah School District to help raise funds for the Middle School on Monday, October 7th from 4-8 pm at the Onalaska Burracho’s! Take a night off from cooking and get over to the Burracho’s in Onalaska for supper. They will donate 25% of the proceeds from this evening to the Middle School, and these funds will help make our Lancer Way Day trips possible for YOUR students!

The 8th grade students started the 2024-2025 school year with an opportunity to come together as a large group with the consistent goal of growing as leaders in the Middle School, as well as the community at large. There was an emphasis on challenging students to show courage on a daily basis by standing up for what is right, stepping in when others need help, and advocating effectively. This retreat lays the foundation for a year’s worth of community service and engagement.

Exciting news! La Crescent-Hokah Public Schools has increased substitute pay rates for Substitute Teachers and Substitute Paraprofessionals effective immediately!

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!