10-14-2026 Middle/High School Daily Announcements

TODAY'S LUNCH Chicken Alfredo or Italian Dunker, Broccoli, Green Beans, Fruit and Milk October 14, 2026 ➡️ Oct. Breakfast & Lunch Menus Wednesday, Oct 14th 2 Hour Early Dismissal Staff PLC Football at Pillager 7:00; Bus at 5:30 Game ticket link Thursday, Oct 15th MEA No School Tennis Section Tournament GOOD LUCK CARDINALS! Friday, Oct 16th MEA No School Tennis Section Tournament Saturday, Oct 17th Tennis Section Tournament 📢 NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS 📢 Please come and look in the lost and found if you are missing any clothes. After Conferences on Nov. 5th We will be donating it to the local thread shed. Middle School Dance-Theme: Halloween Date: Oct. 23rd Time: 3:15-5:15 Cost: $4.00 or wear a costume and pay $3.00. Costume contest categories: Funniest, Scariest and Best Duo or Group. Bring money for concessions. Juniors and Seniors- Have your picked up the information for the MSHSL awards? Stop in the front office or the activities office for a packet. This is a great opportunity to get started on the application. Are you deer hunting over MEA Break? Check out the Verndale Lions Youth Hunt Photo Contest. Free entry. No weigh-in. Just submit a photo of you with your deer to Verndale.Lions@gmail.com for a chance to win one of (8) $50 Fleet Farm gift cards. Youth ages 10 to 17 anywhere in Minnesota can enter so tell your family and friends. Contest is just during the youth hunt season from 10/15 to 10/18. All photos must be received by 10/19 at noon to enter. Details/Contest Rules on Verndale Lions Facebook Page. Happy Hunting! SENIOR PICTURES! BABY PICTURES! QUOTES! EVERYTHING IS DUE TODAY OCTOBER 14TH! Sign up for the Community Ed Cake Pops class! This is for ages 8+ and is next Tuesday, Oct 20th with Mrs. Mitts. Sign up here: https://isd2170.arux.app/courses/category/22/activities-for-all-ages There will be a student meeting for girls in grades 7-12 that are interested in playing basketball this winter. The meeting will be Wed, Oct 21st during NEST hour in the LEGACY gym. Grades 7-8 will meet from 1:30-1:50, Grades 9-12 will meet from 1:50-2:15. 📢 REPEAT ANNOUNCEMENTS 📢 PSEO Students: 11th & 12th Grade students who are PSEO eligible, if you are planning to enroll in PSEO classes for the Spring semester, you will need to complete a new PSEO form. PSEO registration will open later this month. Attention Juniors & Seniors! The Activities Office is now accepting applications for the MSHSL Triple ‘A’ and ExCEL Awards! Pick up an application in the HS office or the Activities Office. These awards recognize students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, sportsmanship, participation in school activities, and a commitment to their school and community. The Triple ‘A’ Award recognizes a senior who has excelled in Academics, Athletics, and the Arts and demonstrates outstanding character and sportsmanship. The ExCEL Award is designed specifically for high school juniors who are active in school activities, demonstrate leadership in their school, and show a strong commitment to community service. Applications are due to the Activities Office by November 23. We have so many outstanding students at Staples-Motley, and we want to see you recognized for your accomplishments! If you are interested in applying or would like more information, please see Lori in the Activities Office. Juniors: The Coolidge Scholarship application is now open. This scholarship is a full, 4-year scholarship to any accredited 4 year college or university. Details can be found on the scholarship page in Schoolinks. The application deadline is December 1st The yearbook wants all your photos! Use photo share QR code to get your. Pre-ACT will be Oct, 13th @ Sourcewell. For more information follow the link. Fall Community Education- Fall camps and classes are open for registration! Check out all of the youth and adult offerings! Taekwondo for ages 7+, Adult and youth cooking classes, 55+ Driving courses. The NEST walking track and fitness is also open for adult memberships. Check out our website. ONLINE LINK TO BROCHURE and REGISTRATION 📅 UPCOMING EVENTS Oct 14 2 Hour early dismissal/ Staff PLC Oct 15-16 MEA no school Oct 23 Fall Concert MS @6pm, 9-12 @ 7:30 Oct 24 Real Men Sing Choral Festival and Concert 7pm Oct 28-30 Deep Portage Learning Center Field Trip Nov 3 Election Day Nov 4 End of Quarter 1 Nov 5 No School; Parent/Teacher Conferences Nov 5 Cardinal countdown for Seniors 6pm M/HS Cafeteria Nov 6 No School Teacher Workday Nov 11 Veterans Day Program TBA Nov 11 2 Hr Early Release Staff PLC Nov 16 Girls Basketball Gr 9-12 Practice Begins Nov 18 Hometown Careers Collective Nov 19-22 HS Musical “Shrek” Nov 23 Boys Basketball Gr 9-12 and Wrestling Gr 7-12 Practice Begins Nov 23 Wrestling Parent/Athlete/Coaches meeting for grades 7-12 at 6:30 in the M/HS Cafeteria Nov 26-27 No School Thanksgiving Break 2026-2027 School Calendar 🎓CLASS of 2027 - SENIOR ANNOUNCEMENTS🎓 How Many Cardinals? October is College Knowledge Months. Many of the Minnesota colleges and universities are waiving their application fees during the month of October, so it is the perfect time to apply to those colleges you are interested in. Make sure you join the Yearbook google classroom. The Hall of Fame will be posted soon and we want to make sure everyone gets their chance to vote. This is also where you can turn in your senior and baby pictures for the yearbook. Plan to schedule your Senior 1:1 meeting with Mr. Jennissen in Schoolinks for either September or October. This is to review your transcripts, and discuss all things related to your high school graduation. As you complete your college applications, make sure you are entering those details under "College" in Schoolinks so that your transcripts are sent to those colleges. SENIOR PARENTS! Start thinking about Grad Blast 2027! If you are would like to help by chairing or co-chairing, please talk with Principal Ferdon. 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Wednesday, Oct 14 2026

10-13-2026 Middle/High School Daily Announcements

TODAY'S LUNCH Hot Dog or Burger W/Cheese, Chips, Baked Beans, Celery, Fruit and Milk October 13, 2026 ➡️ Oct. Breakfast & Lunch Menus Tuesday, October 13th Cross Country Varsity at Perham Meet 4:00; Bus at 2:00; Students Released at 1:45 Volleyball C/JV/V at Barnesville 5:00/6:00/7:15; Bus at 2:40; Students released at 2:25 Game ticket link Volleyball JH Home vs Frazee 4:30 Football JH at Crosby-Ironton 4:30 Bus at 2:45; Students released at 2:30 Wednesday, Oct 14th 2 Hour Early Dismissal Staff PLC Football at Pillager 7:00; Bus at 5:30 Game ticket link 📢 NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS 📢 Please come and look in the lost and found if you are missing any clothes. After Conferences on Nov. 5th We will be donating it to the local thread shed. Middle School Dance-Theme: Halloween Date: Oct. 23rd Time: 3:15-5:15 Cost: $4.00 or wear a costume and pay $3.00. Costume contest categories: Funniest, Scariest and Best Duo or Group. Bring money for concessions. Are you deer hunting over MEA Break? Check out the Verndale Lions Youth Hunt Photo Contest. Free entry. No weigh-in. Just submit a photo of you with your deer to Verndale.Lions@gmail.com for a chance to win one of (8) $50 Fleet Farm gift cards. Youth ages 10 to 17 anywhere in Minnesota can enter so tell your family and friends. Contest is just during the youth hunt season from 10/15 to 10/18. All photos must be received by 10/19 at noon to enter. Details/Contest Rules on Verndale Lions Facebook Page. Happy Hunting! SENIOR PICTURES! BABY PICTURES! QUOTES! EVERYTHING IS DUE WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 14TH! Fellowship of Christian Athletes(FCA) will meet in the FACS classroom this Wednesday 10/14 at 7:30. 📢 REPEAT ANNOUNCEMENTS 📢 PSEO Students: 11th & 12th Grade students who are PSEO eligible, if you are planning to enroll in PSEO classes for the Spring semester, you will need to complete a new PSEO form. PSEO registration will open later this month. Attention Juniors & Seniors! The Activities Office is now accepting applications for the MSHSL Triple ‘A’ and ExCEL Awards! Pick up an application in the HS office or the Activities Office. These awards recognize students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, sportsmanship, participation in school activities, and a commitment to their school and community. The Triple ‘A’ Award recognizes a senior who has excelled in Academics, Athletics, and the Arts and demonstrates outstanding character and sportsmanship. The ExCEL Award is designed specifically for high school juniors who are active in school activities, demonstrate leadership in their school, and show a strong commitment to community service. Applications are due to the Activities Office by November 23. We have so many outstanding students at Staples-Motley, and we want to see you recognized for your accomplishments! If you are interested in applying or would like more information, please see Lori in the Activities Office. Juniors: The Coolidge Scholarship application is now open. This scholarship is a full, 4-year scholarship to any accredited 4 year college or university. Details can be found on the scholarship page in Schoolinks. The application deadline is December 1st The yearbook wants all your photos! Use photo share QR code to get your. Pre-ACT will be Oct, 13th @ Sourcewell. For more information follow the link. Fall Community Education- Fall camps and classes are open for registration! Check out all of the youth and adult offerings! Taekwondo for ages 7+, Adult and youth cooking classes, 55+ Driving courses. The NEST walking track and fitness is also open for adult memberships. Check out our website. ONLINE LINK TO BROCHURE and REGISTRATION 📅 UPCOMING EVENTS Oct 14 2 Hour early dismissal/ Staff PLC Oct 15-16 MEA no school Oct 23 Fall Concert MS @6pm, 9-12 @ 7:30 Oct 24 Real Men Sing Choral Festival and Concert 7pm Oct 28-30 Deep Portage Learning Center Field Trip Nov 3 Election Day Nov 4 End of Quarter 1 Nov 5 No School; Parent/Teacher Conferences Nov 5 Cardinal countdown for Seniors 6pm M/HS Cafeteria Nov 6 No School Teacher Workday 2026-2027 School Calendar 🎓CLASS of 2027 - SENIOR ANNOUNCEMENTS🎓 How Many Cardinals? October is College Knowledge Months. Many of the Minnesota colleges and universities are waiving their application fees during the month of October, so it is the perfect time to apply to those colleges you are interested in. Make sure you join the Yearbook google classroom. The Hall of Fame will be posted soon and we want to make sure everyone gets their chance to vote. This is also where you can turn in your senior and baby pictures for the yearbook. Plan to schedule your Senior 1:1 meeting with Mr. Jennissen in Schoolinks for either September or October. This is to review your transcripts, and discuss all things related to your high school graduation. As you complete your college applications, make sure you are entering those details under "College" in Schoolinks so that your transcripts are sent to those colleges. SENIOR PARENTS! Start thinking about Grad Blast 2027! If you are would like to help by chairing or co-chairing, please talk with Principal Ferdon. ISD2170 WEBSITE 🔗ACTIVITIES CALENDAR 🔗COMMUNITY ED REGISTRATION 🔗SM ACTIVITIES REGISTRATION 🔗

Tuesday, Oct 13 2026

10-12-2026 Middle/High School Daily Announcements

TODAY'S LUNCH Sloppy Joe or Chicken Nuggets, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Carrots, Fruit and Milk October 12, 2026 ➡️ Oct. Breakfast & Lunch Menus Monday, October 12th National Guard Senior Presentation 11:00 Centennial Auditorium Volleyball C/JV/V Home vs Aitkin 4:45/6:00/7:15 Game ticket link Tuesday, October 13th Cross Country Varsity at Perham Meet 4:00; Bus at 2:00; Students Released at 1:45 Volleyball C/JV/V at Barnesville 5:00/6:00/7:15; Bus at 2:40; Students released at 2:25 Game ticket link Volleyball JH Home vs Frazee 4:30 Football JH at Crosby-Ironton 4:30 Bus at 2:45; Students released at 2:30 📢 NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS 📢 Middle School Dance-Theme: Halloween Date: Oct. 23rd Time: 3:15-5:15 Cost: $4.00 or wear a costume and pay $3.00. Costume contest categories: Funniest, Scariest and Best Duo or Group. Bring money for concessions. SENIOR PICTURES! BABY PICTURES! QUOTES! EVERYTHING IS DUE WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 14TH! Fellowship of Christian Athletes(FCA) will meet in the FACS classroom this Wednesday 10/14 at 7:30. 📢 REPEAT ANNOUNCEMENTS 📢 PSEO Students: 11th & 12th Grade students who are PSEO eligible, if you are planning to enroll in PSEO classes for the Spring semester, you will need to complete a new PSEO form. PSEO registration will open later this month. Attention Juniors & Seniors! The Activities Office is now accepting applications for the MSHSL Triple ‘A’ and ExCEL Awards! Pick up an application in the HS office or the Activities Office. These awards recognize students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, sportsmanship, participation in school activities, and a commitment to their school and community. The Triple ‘A’ Award recognizes a senior who has excelled in Academics, Athletics, and the Arts and demonstrates outstanding character and sportsmanship. The ExCEL Award is designed specifically for high school juniors who are active in school activities, demonstrate leadership in their school, and show a strong commitment to community service. Applications are due to the Activities Office by November 23. We have so many outstanding students at Staples-Motley, and we want to see you recognized for your accomplishments! If you are interested in applying or would like more information, please see Lori in the Activities Office. Juniors: The Coolidge Scholarship application is now open. This scholarship is a full, 4-year scholarship to any accredited 4 year college or university. Details can be found on the scholarship page in Schoolinks. The application deadline is December 1st The yearbook wants all your photos! Use photo share QR code to get your. Pre-ACT will be Oct, 13th @ Sourcewell. For more information follow the link. Fall Community Education- Fall camps and classes are open for registration! Check out all of the youth and adult offerings! Taekwondo for ages 7+, Adult and youth cooking classes, 55+ Driving courses. The NEST walking track and fitness is also open for adult memberships. Check out our website. ONLINE LINK TO BROCHURE and REGISTRATION 📅 UPCOMING EVENTS Oct 14 2 Hour early dismissal/ Staff PLC Oct 15-16 MEA no school Oct 23 Fall Concert MS @6pm, 9-12 @ 7:30 Oct 24 Real Men Sing Choral Festival and Concert 7pm Oct 28-30 Deep Portage Learning Center Field Trip Nov 3 Election Day Nov 4 End of Quarter 1 Nov 5 No School; Parent/Teacher Conferences Nov 5 Cardinal countdown for Seniors 6pm M/HS Cafeteria Nov 6 No School Teacher Workday 2026-2027 School Calendar 🎓CLASS of 2027 - SENIOR ANNOUNCEMENTS🎓 How Many Cardinals? October is College Knowledge Months. Many of the Minnesota colleges and universities are waiving their application fees during the month of October, so it is the perfect time to apply to those colleges you are interested in. Make sure you join the Yearbook google classroom. The Hall of Fame will be posted soon and we want to make sure everyone gets their chance to vote. This is also where you can turn in your senior and baby pictures for the yearbook. Plan to schedule your Senior 1:1 meeting with Mr. Jennissen in Schoolinks for either September or October. This is to review your transcripts, and discuss all things related to your high school graduation. As you complete your college applications, make sure you are entering those details under "College" in Schoolinks so that your transcripts are sent to those colleges. SENIOR PARENTS! Start thinking about Grad Blast 2027! If you are would like to help by chairing or co-chairing, please talk with Principal Ferdon. ISD2170 WEBSITE 🔗ACTIVITIES CALENDAR 🔗COMMUNITY ED REGISTRATION 🔗SM ACTIVITIES REGISTRATION 🔗

Monday, Oct 12 2026

10-8-2026 Middle/High School Daily Announcements

TODAY'S LUNCH Chicken Taco or Chicken Sandwich, Lettuce, Black Beans, Salsa, Corn, Fruit and Milk October 8, 2026 ➡️ Oct. Breakfast & Lunch Menus Thursday, Oct 8th Tennis Varsity Tri at Crookston 1:30; Students dismissed at 9:15 Football 7/ 8 Home vs Pine River-Backus 4:30 Volleyball C/JV/V Home vs Breckenridge 4:45/6:00/7:15 - Dig Pink Night Game ticket link Friday, Oct 9th Football Varsity Home vs Barnesville 7:00 Tackle Cancer Night Game ticket link 📢 NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS 📢 7th and 8th grade girls volleyball practice will be in the Legacy after school. Monday 10/12 picture retake day. PSEO Students: 11th & 12th Grade students who are PSEO eligible, if you are planning to enroll in PSEO classes for the Spring semester, you will need to complete a new PSEO form. PSEO registration will open later this month. Attention Juniors & Seniors! The Activities Office is now accepting applications for the MSHSL Triple ‘A’ and ExCEL Awards! Pick up an application in the HS office or the Activities Office. These awards recognize students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, sportsmanship, participation in school activities, and a commitment to their school and community. The Triple ‘A’ Award recognizes a senior who has excelled in Academics, Athletics, and the Arts and demonstrates outstanding character and sportsmanship. The ExCEL Award is designed specifically for high school juniors who are active in school activities, demonstrate leadership in their school, and show a strong commitment to community service. We have so many outstanding students at Staples-Motley, and we want to see you recognized for your accomplishments! If you are interested in applying or would like more information, please see Lori in the Activities Office. Applications are due to the Activities Office by November 23. 📢 REPEAT ANNOUNCEMENTS 📢 Juniors: The Coolidge Scholarship application is now open. This scholarship is a full, 4-year scholarship to any accredited 4 year college or university. Details can be found on the scholarship page in Schoolinks. The application deadline is December 1st The yearbook wants all your photos! Use photo share QR code to get your. Pre-ACT will be Oct, 13th @ Sourcewell. For more information follow the link. Fall Community Education- Fall camps and classes are open for registration! Check out all of the youth and adult offerings! Taekwondo for ages 7+, Adult and youth cooking classes, 55+ Driving courses. The NEST walking track and fitness is also open for adult memberships. Check out our website. ONLINE LINK TO BROCHURE and REGISTRATION 📅 UPCOMING EVENTS Oct 10 S-M Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony 5:00 Centennial Auditorium Oct 14 2 Hour early dismissal/ Staff PLC Oct 15-16 MEA no school Oct 23 Fall Concert MS @6pm, 9-12 @ 7:30 Oct 24 Real Men Sing Choral Festival and Concert 7pm Nov 3 Election Day Nov 4 End of Quarter 1 Nov 5 No School; Parent/Teacher Conferences Nov 5 Cardinal countdown for Seniors 6pm M/HS Cafeteria Nov 6 No School Teacher Workday 2026-2027 School Calendar 🎓CLASS of 2027 - SENIOR ANNOUNCEMENTS🎓 How Many Cardinals? October is College Knowledge Months. Many of the Minnesota colleges and universities are waiving their application fees during the month of October, so it is the perfect time to apply to those colleges you are interested in. Make sure you join the Yearbook google classroom. The Hall of Fame will be posted soon and we want to make sure everyone gets their chance to vote. This is also where you can turn in your senior and baby pictures for the yearbook. Plan to schedule your Senior 1:1 meeting with Mr. Jennissen in Schoolinks for either September or October. This is to review your transcripts, and discuss all things related to your high school graduation. As you complete your college applications, make sure you are entering those details under "College" in Schoolinks so that your transcripts are sent to those colleges. SENIOR PARENTS! Start thinking about Grad Blast 2027! If you are would like to help by chairing or co-chairing, please talk with Principal Ferdon. ISD2170 WEBSITE 🔗ACTIVITIES CALENDAR 🔗COMMUNITY ED REGISTRATION 🔗SM ACTIVITIES REGISTRATION 🔗

Thursday, Oct 08 2026

10-7-2026 Middle/High School Daily Announcements

TODAY'S LUNCH Turkey W/Gravy or Italian Dunker, Mashed Potatoes , Green Beans, Fruit and Milk October 7, 2026 ➡️ Oct. Breakfast & Lunch Menus Wednesday, Oct 7th Senior Class Photo 10:45 Outside in front of the Nest. Thursday, Oct 8th Tennis Varsity Tri at Crookston 1:30; Students dismissed at 9:15 Football 7/ 8 Home vs Pine River-Backus 4:30 Volleyball C/JV/V Home vs Breckenridge 4:45/6:00/7:15 - Dig Pink Night ticket link 📢 NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS 📢 Monday 9/12 picture retake day. PSEO Students: 11th & 12th Grade students who are PSEO eligible, if you are planning to enroll in PSEO classes for the Spring semester, you will need to complete a new PSEO form. PSEO registration will open later this month. Attention Juniors & Seniors! The Activities Office is now accepting applications for the MSHSL Triple ‘A’ and ExCEL Awards! Pick up an application in the HS office or the Activities Office. These awards recognize students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, sportsmanship, participation in school activities, and a commitment to their school and community. The Triple ‘A’ Award recognizes a senior who has excelled in Academics, Athletics, and the Arts and demonstrates outstanding character and sportsmanship. The ExCEL Award is designed specifically for high school juniors who are active in school activities, demonstrate leadership in their school, and show a strong commitment to community service. We have so many outstanding students at Staples-Motley, and we want to see you recognized for your accomplishments! If you are interested in applying or would like more information, please see Lori in the Activities Office. Applications are due to the Activities Office by November 23. 📢 REPEAT ANNOUNCEMENTS 📢 There will be a boys basketball meeting in Mr. Qual Math room today at 12:45.. This is for grades 7-12 Juniors: The Coolidge Scholarship application is now open. This scholarship is a full, 4-year scholarship to any accredited 4 year college or university. Details can be found on the scholarship page in Schoolinks. The application deadline is December 1st 5th-8th grade students are invited to HOP to It at Targeted Services Boosters starting on Thursday, October 1. Your child will HOP to It by working on Homework, Organization and Problem-Solving with the help of a licensed classroom teacher. Please sign up using this form Targeted Services Sign Up The yearbook wants all your photos! Use photo share QR code to get your. Pre-ACT will be Oct, 13th @ Sourcewell. For more information follow the link. Fall Community Education- Fall camps and classes are open for registration! Check out all of the youth and adult offerings! Taekwondo for ages 7+, Adult and youth cooking classes, 55+ Driving courses. The NEST walking track and fitness is also open for adult memberships. Check out our website. ONLINE LINK TO BROCHURE and REGISTRATION 📅 UPCOMING EVENTS Oct 10 S-M Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony 5:00 Centennial Auditorium Oct 14 2 Hour early dismissal/ Staff PLC Oct 15-16 MEA no school Oct 23 Fall Concert MS @6pm, 9-12 @ 7:30 Oct 24 Real Men Sing Choral Festival and Concert 7pm Nov 3 Election Day Nov 4 End of Quarter 1 Nov 5 No School; Parent/Teacher Conferences Nov 5 Cardinal countdown for Seniors 6pm M/HS Cafeteria Nov 6 No School Teacher Workday 2026-2027 School Calendar 🎓CLASS of 2027 - SENIOR ANNOUNCEMENTS🎓 How Many Cardinals? Senior class group picture 10:45 outside in front of the Nest doors Oct. 7th. October is College Knowledge Months. Many of the Minnesota colleges and universities are waiving their application fees during the month of October, so it is the perfect time to apply to those colleges you are interested in. Make sure you join the Yearbook google classroom. The Hall of Fame will be posted soon and we want to make sure everyone gets their chance to vote. This is also where you can turn in your senior and baby pictures for the yearbook. Plan to schedule your Senior 1:1 meeting with Mr. Jennissen in Schoolinks for either September or October. This is to review your transcripts, and discuss all things related to your high school graduation. As you complete your college applications, make sure you are entering those details under "College" in Schoolinks so that your transcripts are sent to those colleges. SENIOR PARENTS! Start thinking about Grad Blast 2027! If you are would like to help by chairing or co-chairing, please talk with Principal Ferdon. ISD2170 WEBSITE 🔗ACTIVITIES CALENDAR 🔗COMMUNITY ED REGISTRATION 🔗SM ACTIVITIES REGISTRATION 🔗

Wednesday, Oct 07 2026

10-6-2026 Middle/High School Daily Announcements

TODAY'S LUNCH Corn Dog or Cheese Burger, Chips, Carrots, Lettuce, Fruit and Milk October 6, 2026 ➡️ Oct. Breakfast & Lunch Menus Tuesday, October 6th Cross Country Varsity at McGregor Meet 4:00; Bus at 1:05; Students Released at 12:55 Tennis Varsity at Minnewaska, New London Spicer Tri 3:00; Students released at 12:15 Volleyball C/JV/V at Pillager 4:45/6:00/7:15; Bus at 3:35 Volleyball 7-8 Home vs Pillager 4:30 NEST VB 6th Gr Home vs Pillager 4:30 Elementary Gym Wednesday, Oct 7th Senior Class Photo 10:45 Outside in front of the Nest. 📢 NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS 📢 PSEO Students: 11th & 12th Grade students who are PSEO eligible, if you are planning to enroll in PSEO classes for the Spring semester, you will need to complete a new PSEO form. PSEO registration will open later this month. 📢 REPEAT ANNOUNCEMENTS 📢 There will be a boys basketball meeting in Mr. Qual Math rooom at 12:45 on Wednesday. This is for grades 7-12 Juniors: The Coolidge Scholarship application is now open. This scholarship is a full, 4-year scholarship to any accredited 4 year college or university. Details can be found on the scholarship page in Schoolinks. The application deadline is December 1st 5th-8th grade students are invited to HOP to It at Targeted Services Boosters starting on Thursday, October 1. Your child will HOP to It by working on Homework, Organization and Problem-Solving with the help of a licensed classroom teacher. Please sign up using this form Targeted Services Sign Up The yearbook wants all your photos! Use photo share QR code to get your. Pre-ACT will be Oct, 13th @ Sourcewell. For more information follow the link. Fall Community Education- Fall camps and classes are open for registration! Check out all of the youth and adult offerings! Taekwondo for ages 7+, Adult and youth cooking classes, adult woodworking classes, 55+ Driving courses. The NEST walking track and fitness is also open for adult memberships. Check out our website. ONLINE LINK TO BROCHURE and REGISTRATION 📅 UPCOMING EVENTS Oct 10 S-M Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony 5:00 Centennial Auditorium Oct 14 2 Hour early dismissal/ Staff PLC Oct 15-16 MEA no school Oct 24 Real Men Sing Choral Festival and Concert 7pm Nov 3 Election Day Nov 4 End of Quarter 1 Nov 5 No School; Parent/Teacher Conferences Nov 5 Cardinal countdown for Seniors 6pm M/HS Cafeteria Nov 6 No School Teacher Workday 2026-2027 School Calendar 🎓CLASS of 2027 - SENIOR ANNOUNCEMENTS🎓 How Many Cardinals? Senior class group picture 10:45 outside in front of the Nest doors Oct. 7th. October is College Knowledge Months. Many of the Minnesota colleges and universities are waiving their application fees during the month of October, so it is the perfect time to apply to those colleges you are interested in. Make sure you join the Yearbook google classroom. The Hall of Fame will be posted soon and we want to make sure everyone gets their chance to vote. This is also where you can turn in your senior and baby pictures for the yearbook. Plan to schedule your Senior 1:1 meeting with Mr. Jennissen in Schoolinks for either September or October. This is to review your transcripts, and discuss all things related to your high school graduation. As you complete your college applications, make sure you are entering those details under "College" in Schoolinks so that your transcripts are sent to those colleges. SENIOR PARENTS! Start thinking about Grad Blast 2027! If you are would like to help by chairing or co-chairing, please talk with Principal Ferdon. ISD2170 WEBSITE 🔗 ACTIVITIES CALENDAR 🔗 COMMUNITY ED REGISTRATION 🔗 SM ACTIVITIES REGISTRATION 🔗

Tuesday, Oct 06 2026

10-5-2026 Middle/High School Daily Announcements

TODAY'S LUNCH Orange Chicken or Chicken Nuggets, Chips, Broccoli, Peas, Fruit and Milk October 5, 2026 ➡️ Oct. Breakfast & Lunch Menus Monday, October 5th Football JV Home vs Perham -Cancelled Volleyball JH at New York Mills 4:30; Bus at 3:10; Students dismissed at 2:55 Volleyball C/JV/V Home vs Pine City 3:00/4:15/5:30 NOTE TIMES! ticket link Tuesday, October 6th Cross Country Varsity at McGregor Meet 4:00; Bus at 1:05; Students Released at 12:55 Tennis Varsity at Minnewaska, New London Spicer Tri 3:00; Students released at 12:15 Volleyball C/JV/V at Pillager 4:45/6:00/7:15; Bus at 3:35 Volleyball JH Home vs Pillager 4:30 📢 NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS 📢 The results are in-28 students submitted a guess. Guesses ranged from 20-375. The total number of cardinals was 34. The winner was Russell Milton with a guess of 35. Russell you have won $100.00 scholarship and the gum. PSEO Students: 11th & 12th Grade students who are PSEO eligible, if you are planning to enroll in PSEO classes for the Spring semester, you will need to complete a new PSEO form. PSEO registration will open later this month. 📢 REPEAT ANNOUNCEMENTS 📢 There will be a boys basketball meeting in Mr. Qual classroom at 12:45 on Wednesday. This is for grades 7-12 Juniors: The Coolidge Scholarship application is now open. This scholarship is a full, 4-year scholarship to any accredited 4 year college or university. Details can be found on the scholarship page in Schoolinks. The application deadline is December 1st 5th-8th grade students are invited to HOP to It at Targeted Services Boosters starting on Thursday, October 1. Your child will HOP to It by working on Homework, Organization and Problem-Solving with the help of a licensed classroom teacher. Please sign up using this form Targeted Services Sign Up The yearbook wants all your photos! Use photo share QR code to get your. Pre-ACT will be Oct, 13th @ Sourcewell. For more information follow the link. Fall Community Education- Fall camps and classes are open for registration! Check out all of the youth and adult offerings! Taekwondo for ages 7+, Adult and youth cooking classes, adult woodworking classes, 55+ Driving courses. The NEST walking track and fitness is also open for adult memberships. Check out our website. ONLINE LINK TO BROCHURE and REGISTRATION 📅 UPCOMING EVENTS Oct 14 2 Hour early dismissal/ Staff PLC Oct 15-16 MEA no school Oct 10 S-M Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony 5:00 Centennial Auditorium Oct 14 2 Hour early dismissal/ Staff PLC Oct 24 Real Men Sing Choral Festival and Concert 7pm Nov 3 Election Day Nov 4 End of Quarter 1 Nov 5 No School; Parent/Teacher Conferences Nov 5 Cardinal countdown for Seniors 6pm M/HS Cafeteria Nov 6 No School Teacher Workday 2026-2027 School Calendar 🎓CLASS of 2027 - SENIOR ANNOUNCEMENTS🎓 How Many Cardinals? Senior class group picture 10:45 outside in front of the Nest doors Oct. 7th. October is College Knowledge Months. Many of the Minnesota colleges and universities are waiving their application fees during the month of October, so it is the perfect time to apply to those colleges you are interested in. Make sure you join the Yearbook google classroom. The Hall of Fame will be posted soon and we want to make sure everyone gets their chance to vote. This is also where you can turn in your senior and baby pictures for the yearbook. Plan to schedule your Senior 1:1 meeting with Mr. Jennissen in Schoolinks for either September or October. This is to review your transcripts, and discuss all things related to your high school graduation. As you complete your college applications, make sure you are entering those details under "College" in Schoolinks so that your transcripts are sent to those colleges. SENIOR PARENTS! Start thinking about Grad Blast 2027! If you are would like to help by chairing or co-chairing, please talk with Principal Ferdon. ISD2170 WEBSITE 🔗ACTIVITIES CALENDAR 🔗COMMUNITY ED REGISTRATION 🔗SM ACTIVITIES REGISTRATION 🔗

Monday, Oct 05 2026

10-2-2026 Middle/High School Daily Announcements

TODAY'S LUNCH Mac and Cheese or Pizza, Tortilla Chips, Cucumber, Green Beans, Fruit and Milk October 2, 2026 ➡️ Oct. Breakfast & Lunch Menus Friday, Oct 2nd HOMECOMING 2026 Midterm Quarter 1 Tennis Varsity Home vs Pine City 2:00 Students released at 12:30 Homecoming Block Party 4-6pm Football Varsity Home vs DGF 7:00 Game ticket link Saturday, Oct 3rd HOMECOMING 2026 Homecoming Dance Grades 9-12 7:30-10:30pm; Legacy Gym 📢 NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS 📢 Juniors: The Coolidge Scholarship application is now open. This scholarship is a full, 4-year scholarship to any accredited 4 year college or university. Details can be found on the scholarship page in Schoolinks. The application deadline is December 1st. Midterm for Quarter 1 is today. Take time today to check if you have any missing assignments and get those turned in. 📢 REPEAT ANNOUNCEMENTS 📢 5th-8th grade students are invited to HOP to It at Targeted Services Boosters starting on Thursday, October 1. Your child will HOP to It by working on Homework, Organization and Problem-Solving with the help of a licensed classroom teacher. Please sign up using this form Targeted Services Sign Up The yearbook wants all your photos! Use photo share QR code to get your. Pre-ACT will be Oct, 13th @ Sourcewell. For more information follow the link. Fall Community Education- Fall camps and classes are open for registration! Check out all of the youth and adult offerings! Taekwondo for ages 7+, Adult and youth cooking classes, adult woodworking classes, 55+ Driving courses. The NEST walking track and fitness is also open for adult memberships. Check out our website. ONLINE LINK TO BROCHURE and REGISTRATION 📅 UPCOMING EVENTS Sept 28-Oct 3 Homecoming week Oct 2 Midterm Quarter 1 Oct 2 Homecoming Block Party 4-6pm Oct 3 Grades 9-12 Homecoming Dance Oct 14 2 Hour early dismissal/ Staff PLC Oct 15-16 MEA no school Oct 10 S-M Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony 5:00 Centennial Auditorium Oct 14 2 Hour early dismissal/ Staff PLC Oct 24 Real Men Sing Choral Festival and Concert 7pm Nov 3 Election Day Nov 4 End of Quarter 1 Nov 5 No School; Parent/Teacher Conferences Nov 5 Cardinal countdown for Seniors 6pm M/HS Cafeteria Nov 6 No School Teacher Workday 2026-2027 School Calendar 🎓CLASS of 2027 - SENIOR ANNOUNCEMENTS🎓 How Many Cardinals? Seniors! Stop by the high school office between Monday, September 28 at 8 a.m. and Thursday, October 1 at 4 p.m. to guess how many cardinals are in the bubble gum bucket. The winner will receive a $100 scholarship AND the bucket of bubble gum. One guess per person, so make it count! Senior class group picture 10:45 outside in front of the Nest doors Oct. 7th. Make sure you join the Yearbook google classroom. The Hall of Fame will be posted soon and we want to make sure everyone gets their chance to vote. This is also where you can turn in your senior and baby pictures for the yearbook. Plan to schedule your Senior 1:1 meeting with Mr. Jennissen in Schoolinks for either September or October. This is to review your transcripts, and discuss all things related to your high school graduation. As you complete your college applications, make sure you are entering those details under "College" in Schoolinks so that your transcripts are sent to those colleges. SENIOR PARENTS! Start thinking about Grad Blast 2027! If you are would like to help by chairing or co-chairing, please talk with Principal Ferdon. ISD2170 WEBSITE 🔗ACTIVITIES CALENDAR 🔗COMMUNITY ED REGISTRATION 🔗SM ACTIVITIES REGISTRATION 🔗

Friday, Oct 02 2026

10-1-2026 Middle/High School Daily Announcements

TODAY'S LUNCH Pork Ribs or Chicken Sandwich, Carrots, Lettuce, Fruit and Milk October 1, 2026 ➡️ Oct. Breakfast & Lunch Menus Thursday, Oct 1st HOMECOMING 2026 Senior Sunrise 6:30 Football Field Volleyball JH at Crosby-Ironton 4:30; Bus at 2:55; Students released at 2:40 Football 7/ 8 Home vs Pillager 4:00/5:00 Students released at 3:00 Football Under the Lights: Varsity Football Field- Concessions will be available 3/4th Flag Football 6:00 5/6th Grade Tackle FB vs Pequot Lakes following Flag Football Volleyball C/JV/V Home vs Frazee 4:45/6/7:15 Game ticket link Friday, Oct 2nd HOMECOMING 2026 Midterm Quarter 1 Tennis Varsity Home vs Pine City 2:00 Students released at 12:30 Homecoming Block Party 4-6pm Football Varsity Home vs DGF 7:00 Game ticket link 📢 NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS 📢 Juniors: The Coolidge Scholarship application is now open. This scholarship is a full, 4-year scholarship to any accredited 4 year college or university. Details can be found on the scholarship page in Schoolinks. The application deadline is December 1st. Tomorrow, Oct 2nd is Midterm for Quarter 1. Take time today to check if you have any missing assignments and get those turned in. 📢 REPEAT ANNOUNCEMENTS 📢 5th-8th grade students are invited to HOP to It at Targeted Services Boosters starting on Thursday, October 1. Your child will HOP to It by working on Homework, Organization and Problem-Solving with the help of a licensed classroom teacher. Please sign up using this form Targeted Services Sign Up The yearbook wants all your photos! Use photo share QR code to get your. Pre-ACT will be Oct, 13th @ Sourcewell. For more information follow the link. Fall Community Education- Fall camps and classes are open for registration! Check out all of the youth and adult offerings! Taekwondo for ages 7+, Adult and youth cooking classes, adult woodworking classes, 55+ Driving courses. The NEST walking track and fitness is also open for adult memberships. Check out our website. ONLINE LINK TO BROCHURE and REGISTRATION 📅 UPCOMING EVENTS Sept 28-Oct 3 Homecoming week Sept 30 Homecoming Coronation 9:15 Auditorium Oct 2 Midterm Quarter 1 Oct 2 Homecoming Block Party 4-6pm Oct 3 Grades 9-12 Homecoming Dance Oct 14 2 Hour early dismissal/ Staff PLC Oct 15-16 MEA no school Oct 27 Fall Concerts Band/Orchestra/Choir MS 6pm, HS 7:30pm 2026-2027 School Calendar 🎓CLASS of 2027 - SENIOR ANNOUNCEMENTS🎓 How Many Cardinals? Seniors! Stop by the high school office between Monday, September 28 at 8 a.m. and Thursday, October 1 at 4 p.m. to guess how many cardinals are in the bubble gum bucket. The winner will receive a $100 scholarship AND the bucket of bubble gum. One guess per person, so make it count! Senior class group picture 10:45 outside in front of the Nest doors Oct. 7th. Make sure you join the Yearbook google classroom. The Hall of Fame will be posted soon and we want to make sure everyone gets their chance to vote. This is also where you can turn in your senior and baby pictures for the yearbook. Plan to schedule your Senior 1:1 meeting with Mr. Jennissen in Schoolinks for either September or October. This is to review your transcripts, and discuss all things related to your high school graduation. As you complete your college applications, make sure you are entering those details under "College" in Schoolinks so that your transcripts are sent to those colleges. SENIOR PARENTS! Start thinking about Grad Blast 2027! If you are would like to help by chairing or co-chairing, please talk with Principal Ferdon. ISD2170 WEBSITE 🔗 ACTIVITIES CALENDAR 🔗 COMMUNITY ED REGISTRATION 🔗 SM ACTIVITIES REGISTRATION 🔗

Thursday, Oct 01 2026

9-30-2026 Middle/High School Daily Announcements

TODAY'S LUNCH Spaghetti or Italian Dunker, Broccoli, Peas, Fruit and Milk September 30, 2026 ➡️ Sept. Breakfast & Lunch Menus Wednesday, Sept 30th HOMECOMING 2026 Homecoming Coronation 9:15 Centennial Auditorium Thursday, Oct 1st HOMECOMING 2026 Senior Sunrise 6:30 Football Field Volleyball JH at Crosby-Ironton 4:30; Bus at 2:55; Students released at 2:40 Football 7/ 8 Home vs Pillager 4:00/5:00 Football Under the Lights: Varsity Football Field- Concessions will be available 3 /4th Flag Football 6:00 5 /6th Grade Tackle FB vs Pequot Lakes following Flag Football Volleyball C/JV/V Home vs Frazee 4:45/6/7:15 ticket link 📢 NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS 📢 Juniors: The Coolidge Scholarship application is now open. This scholarship is a full, 4-year scholarship to any accredited 4 year college or university. Details can be found on the scholarship page in Schoolinks. The application deadline is December 1st. Friday, Oct 2nd is Midterm for Quarter 1. Take time this weekend to check if you have any missing assignments and get those turned in. Football field will be closed on Wednesday 9/30 after 9am to be painted and get ready for Fridays Homecoming game. 📢 REPEAT ANNOUNCEMENTS 📢 5th-8th grade students are invited to HOP to It at Targeted Services Boosters starting on Thursday, October 1. Your child will HOP to It by working on Homework, Organization and Problem-Solving with the help of a licensed classroom teacher. Please sign up using this form Targeted Services Sign Up The yearbook wants all your photos! Use photo share QR code to get your. Pre-ACT will be Oct, 13th @ Sourcewell. For more information follow the link. Fall Community Education- Fall camps and classes are open for registration! Check out all of the youth and adult offerings! Taekwondo for ages 7+, Adult and youth cooking classes, adult woodworking classes, 55+ Driving courses. The NEST walking track and fitness is also open for adult memberships. Check out our website. ONLINE LINK TO BROCHURE and REGISTRATION 📅 UPCOMING EVENTS Sept 28-Oct 3 Homecoming week Sept 30 Homecoming Coronation 9:15 Auditorium Oct 2 Midterm Quarter 1 Oct 2 Homecoming Block Party 4-6pm Oct 3 Grades 9-12 Homecoming Dance Oct 14 2 Hour early dismissal/ Staff PLC Oct 15-16 MEA no school Oct 27 Fall Concerts Band/Orchestra/Choir MS 6pm, HS 7:30pm 2026-2027 School Calendar 🎓CLASS of 2027 - SENIOR ANNOUNCEMENTS🎓 How Many Cardinals? Seniors! Stop by the high school office between Monday, September 28 at 8 a.m. and Thursday, October 1 at 4 p.m. to guess how many cardinals are in the bubble gum bucket. The winner will receive a $100 scholarship AND the bucket of bubble gum. One guess per person, so make it count! Senior class group picture 10:45 outside in front of the Nest doors Oct. 7th. Make sure you join the Yearbook google classroom. The Hall of Fame will be posted soon and we want to make sure everyone gets their chance to vote. This is also where you can turn in your senior and baby pictures for the yearbook. Plan to schedule your Senior 1:1 meeting with Mr. Jennissen in Schoolinks for either September or October. This is to review your transcripts, and discuss all things related to your high school graduation. As you complete your college applications, make sure you are entering those details under "College" in Schoolinks so that your transcripts are sent to those colleges. SENIOR PARENTS! Start thinking about Grad Blast 2027! If you are would like to help by chairing or co-chairing, please talk with Principal Ferdon. ISD2170 WEBSITE 🔗ACTIVITIES CALENDAR 🔗COMMUNITY ED REGISTRATION 🔗SM ACTIVITIES REGISTRATION 🔗

Wednesday, Sep 30 2026