After much consideration, it is with regret that we’ve made the decision to cancel our annual Craft Fair in 2020, due to the prevalence of COVID-19 in Otter Tail County. The Minnesota Department of Health has encouraged our school to limit entry into our building as much as possible, for the health and safety of our students and staff. If you have already registered, you will be contacted by Tanya Maethner early next week.
AB Volleyball in Sebeka and Varsity Football in Staples, tonight, November 5. Both games start at 6:00pm.
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Anybody know what day it is? Check it out on this "What's Happening Wednesday!"
Battle Lake Public Schools is hiring substitute bus drivers. Want to make a difference in a students' day? Drive them to school. Transportation to and from school is an important part of a students day. We would love to have you join our talented and student focused drivers. Please submit an application which is available in the district office or on the district website www.battlelake.k12.mn.us. Completed applications can be returned to Darren Kern, Superintendent at 402 Summit St W Battle Lake, MN 56515 or through email at dkern@isd542.org. Come join a great team that has a positive impact on students' lives!
Trunk-or-Treat is today in the school parking lot! We hope to see lots of trunk hosts and lots of trunk-or-treaters!! Set-up starts at 3:00, with a 4:00 start for trunk-or-treating. See you there!!
How much do you know about the Rubik's cube...find out on this "Fun Fact Friday!"
Many common name-brand foods began production in the 1920s...take a look on this "Throwback Thursday!"
Happy Halloween!
October's School Counseling Newsletter is out! Find it here: https://www.smore.com/r0vb7
Those who have Distance Learners and Virtual Academy students can have their child here at 8:10AM on Thursday, Oct 29th for individual pictures. If you do not have a picture form, they will be available that morning, otherwise we can leave one for you out front for you, if you let us know you would like one. Retake Day is yet to be determined.
Only K-8 will have photos taken on Thursday, Oct 29th. The Retake Day will be scheduled on a Monday or Wednesday to get the 9-11 graders taken. That day has yet to be determined and will be communicated when it is set up. Thank you for your patience and understanding with this. Extra forms are available in the Elementary and High School Offices.
Dear Families:
You can help generate state aid for your school by completing the Application for Educational Benefits or the Alternate Application for Educational Benefits and returning it to your school. Some schools collect income data through a web-based collection system which replaces the paper forms. These are household income statements; only one application is needed per household but each district or charter school in which students in the household are enrolled would need a copy.
Students in households that meet the free or reduced price meal income guidelines will generate compensatory revenue for their school. Schools must use compensatory revenue to meet the needs of students who are behind their peers, such as remedial instruction, instructional materials including digital learning and technology, bilingual programs and additional teachers and teacher aides. These applications may also make teachers in your school eligible for the federal Teacher Loan Forgiveness Program if they have outstanding college loans. However, the household must complete and return the forms, or complete the online form, no later than December 15 so the school can calculate eligibility and report to MDE. This will not impact your students’ eligibility to receive free meals during the 2020-21 school year.
The Battle Lake & OTC online store will be accepting orders through midnight, October 26th. Make sure to take a look and see all it has to offer. Click on the link below to access the store or place an order. https://blotcspirit20.itemorder.com/
Be strong on this "Motivational Monday!"
Varsity Football in Crookston, today, October 23, starting at 6:00pm. The game will be streamed by audio and video at www.kroxam.com or on the KROX YouTube channel. Click on the image for more information!
Who remembers playing games on one of these? Check it out on this "Throwback Thursday!"
Battle Lake Schools are closed Thursday 10/22 and will be an E-Learning Day.
Use the link to access BL Schools E-Learning Plan
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1h0z_mu2z9RaUkwYnGhgoN24ayJ_YOqbD/view?usp=sharing
Due to the winter storm warning Battle Lake School will start 2 hours late on Thursday 10/22.
Battle lake Public Schools is seeking a highly motivated individual for a position as Head of Buildings & Grounds/Custodial Supervisor. The position requires strong mechanical ability with a preference for experience in the areas of HVAC, plumbing and electrical. Familiarity with computers is required and a First Class or Chief Level Boiler’s license. The position is day shift with occasional evening/weekend responsibilities and the employee must be willing to be on call in case of emergencies. Salary to be determined based on the skills and experience of the applicant. Please send a cover letter and resume to Darren Kern, Superintendent, 402 Summit ST West Battle Lake, MN 56515. The application deadline is October 30, 2020.
In order to maintain our school building, transportation, and our educational technology needs; Battle Lake School is asking voters to approve a renewal of its existing capital projects levy which will result in no tax increase for taxpayers. For more information use the link below.
https://sites.google.com/isd542.org/capital-projects-levy/home