
The state of Minnesota will pay a significant portion of the total bond project.
They will pay approximately 35% of the district's bond payments, or approximately $2.3 million of the $6.5 million bond amount through the Ag2School Tax Credit program.
This reduces the burden to the Lake Crystal Wellcome Memorial taxpayers.
Watch your mailbox soon for the informational flyer and reach out to a Board Member or Superintendent Benson with any questions!


September is Minnesota School Board Recognition Month, so please take time to thank these dedicated school leaders. School board members devote hours of their time each month to provide leadership for our school district!
Pictured from L to R: Ryan Jones, Josh Sargent, Linda Leiding, Mike Maurer, Kari Paul, and Sara Rose. Not pictured: Kelly Hoeft

Homecoming week is almost here! This year the student council has created shirts to wear! Here is the link to order!
https://stores.unitedteamelite.com/lcwm_homecoming_2024/shop/home
The online apparel store will remain open through SEPTEMBER 15. All orders will be completed approximately 5 days after this date and then disbursed at school. Thank you!


Do you have questions about the upcoming referendum? Please reach out to a board member, Superintendent Benson, or feel free to attend the upcoming board meeting where the Review and Comment from Minnesota Department of Ed. will be discussed.
Visit the website for additional information and watch the mail for the informational flyer within the next few weeks!
www.isd2071.org/referendum2024


We are hiring for these positions! If you are interested or know of someone who is, please encourage them to apply today!
https://www.applitrack.com/mved/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=37236&all=1#


Thank you to Cornerstone United Methodist Church for the grab & go breakfast for our staff this morning!



There were some hugs, some tears, and lots of smiles this morning as our elementary students arrived! We are looking forward to a great year as we "Grow with the Flow"!!

The staff says, "Let's go!!" We are ready and excited for a new year!!


Please join us in welcoming our new teachers! We are excited to have John McColley, Ashley Simmons, and Paula Nagengast join our team this school year!

We were notified by Palmer Bus Service that the bus route times are posted into your Infinite Campus Parent Portal! In the transportation tab, it should say "Effective: 9/03/2024". If yours is not updated, please send an email with your information to info@isd2071.org and we will pass it on to the bus company.
Please note, for those of you on Bus Routes 18 & 21 your times will be different than previous years due to the County Road 9 Bridge being out by the Rapidan Dam.
These times are approximate and could vary by a few minutes each way, especially to start the year so please be prepared.


Investing in Tomorrow's World | Referendum 2024
The School Board has been gathering information throughout the past year and has decided to present a referendum to our district residents in the November 2024 election. Due to the increasing needs for maintenance and upkeep of our facilities and grounds, coupled with insufficient Long Term Facility Maintenance funds, voters will be asked to consider a $6.5 million bond referendum to support these projects.
For more information, please visit: www.isd2071.org/referendum2024.
Several upcoming opportunities will be available to meet with school superintendent Mr. Brett Benson and our Board members to answer any questions you may have. Please check the page listed above for those dates and times!


We are currently looking for a .5 FTE Title Teacher for the elementary as well as paraprofessionals! If you're interested, please click below to apply today!
https://www.applitrack.com/mved/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=37236&all=1#


If you're interested, apply today!
Evening Custodian Application: https://5il.co/wtvn
Taher Application: www.Taher.com



The school board candidate filing period has officially opened. If you are interested in learning more, click here:
tinyurl.com/becomeanLCWMCandidate2024


The annual Celebrate Success publication has been mailed out to our LCWM district residents! If you haven't gotten your copy or would like an extra, feel free to stop by one of the school offices to pick one up!
Click this link to be taken to the digital copy!
https://www.canva.com/design/DAGH9Ez597A/sq7f-afywJBeN3RD0Rx05w/view?utm_content=DAGH9Ez597A&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=editor


We hope you've had a great summer so far! We know there is still some time in the summer to enjoy, but school will be here before we know it and plans for the new year are already being finalized!
Each summer we ask that you log in to Infinite Campus to verify that your information is correct in the system. Doing this ensures we have the most up-to-date information to put together class rosters, bus routes, and schedules. Also, when school starts we have your contact information in case we need to reach you!
Please take a few minutes at your earliest convenience to log into your Infinite Campus and update anything that may have changed; addresses, phone numbers, household members, etc. If you cannot remember your username and password or do not know if you have one set up please reach out to info@isd2071.org.
NEW THIS YEAR: Register and pay for athletics & activities online in the "School Store" Complete the Meal Benefits Application (Click on "More" then click "Meal Benefits". This is an EASY step-by-step process and could qualify you for free or reduced costs for activities or the District for additional dollars from the state.)
For students in Grades 7-12, please attend the Annual Sports Meeting THIS Sunday! 6:30 pm in the Cafetorium!
Please reach out to us if you have any questions!


Some of you are on the ball and already shopping for the new year! The lists can be found on the appropriate school homepage main menu!
Elementary Supply List: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UxcMWBpbuqj8TfmlRXh5cl0WhjFWdsz-qkML1migbp0/edit?usp=sharing
Secondary Supply List:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/199B5xdNOMjZSz1Qaf7lFfZkhP6wcgsrZhO6qVwyVng8/edit?usp=sharing


STEAM Camp Registration has re-opened! There are still spots available for this amazing program coming up in a couple of weeks!
Join students in grades 5-8 from area schools in an eight-day camp that includes a field trip and fun and exciting classes! Classes will be held at LCWM Secondary School with transportation to and from Madelia for lunch each day!!
Monday-Thursday
July 29-August 8
8:30-2:30
Click here to register!
https://tinyurl.com/t2jhxws9





If you're interested in these coaching positions, please contact Mr. Burns today!


If interested, apply today!!
https://www.applitrack.com/mved/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=37236&all=1#
