
Congratulations to our LCWM Area wrestling team on your third place finish in the state tournament!
PC: Ruth Klossner





Due to the closure of school on Thursday and inventory levels, we will be changing Friday's lunch menu. Here are the new menu options for both schools:
Elementary:
1st choice: Tater Tot Hotdish
2nd Choice: Grape Uncrustable
3rd Choice: Turkey Deli Sandwich
High School:
1st Choice: Tater Tot Hotdish
2nd Choice: Cheeseburgers
3rd Choice: BBQ Rib Sandwich
4th Choice: Grape Uncrustable
5th Choice: Chicken Caesar Salad

This is a reminder, DO NOT click ANY links posted in the comments of the photos we post; they are scams! We try to limit the comments to certain people and monitor the posts as best we can, but some still manage to get through the filters. Same thing goes for any of the Booster Club page posts, too.
Any information you need can be found directly on the district webpage or the Minnesota State High School League page.


HARD WORK PAYS OFF!! We are excited for our state bound wresting team and are thankful for all of the community support!






The Minnesota State LifeSmarts Championship was held on February 11th at the South Central Service Cooperative in North Mankato. 7 teams were vying for the state championship!
Two teams from LCWM, two teams from Russell Tyler Ruthton Schools, a team from Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa Schools, a team from Willow River Area School, and a team from White Bear Lake Schools.
The LCWM team of Aidan Moeller, Willow Casey, Gavin Bergstad and Morgan Klinkner finished on top as the 2025 Minnesota State LifeSmarts Champions! Now, they will continue on to the National Championship in Chicago, IL April 24-27, 2025.
The LCWM team of Charlotte, Chloe, Bobbie, and Nicholai finished in 3rd place.



This is the last week for our Food Service Survey. So far we only have 97 responses district wide. This survey helps us know what everyone likes and dislikes about their food service experience so we can better our program.
Here is the direct link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NGFWW85
Please complete the survey if you haven't already done so.


Our 9th graders attended the Career Navigator event at South Central College today. The Career Navigator Program provides career exploration opportunities to ninth graders throughout Southern Minnesota. Since 2017 South Central College (SCC) and South Central Service Cooperative (SCSC) have partnered with area school districts in the South Central Perkins Consortium to offer the program to thousands of students. This year’s Career Navigator Program is expected to serve 2,632 ninth graders from 28 area schools.





**STUDENTS**
Are you around this weekend and looking for some volunteer hours? The Basketball Association needs some help running the clock and concessions! To sign up, click the link below!!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EABAA2FA6FBC43-55057454-lake

Congratulations to the LCWM Area Wrestling Team on their advancement to the Minnesota State Wrestling Tournament! Their first match will take place on Thursday, February 27, at 9:00 AM at the Xcel Energy Center.
As we have in the past when our teams compete at the state level, we encourage our students, staff, and community members to show their support. To accommodate those attending, there will be NO SCHOOL on Thursday, February 27.
You are invited to a Pep Fest Wednesday, February 26, at 8:30 AM in the Secondary Gym !
All additional state tournament details can be found on the website: https://www.isd2071.k12.mn.us/page/state-wrestling-information
Thank you for your continued support of our students and athletes. Go Knights!


There will be a menu change for Friday at both schools!!
Elem Breakfast: Assorted Mini Bagels and Frudels or Choice of Cereal
Elem Lunch:
Choice 1: Pancakes and Sausage Patties
Choice 2: Grape Uncrustable
Choice 3: Turkey Munchable
Veg: Tater tots
High School Breakfast: Bacon Egg & Cheese on a Bagel or Grab and Go options
High School Lunch:
Choice 1:Build Your Own Breakfast Bar
Choice 2: Potato Bar
Choice 3: Grape Uncrustable
Choice 4: Chef Salads
Veg: Tater Tots

LCWM Schools will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, February 18, 2025 due to the extreme cold warning that is in effect for our area and in consideration for the timing of our morning bus routes.
After school activities will still take place as scheduled, unless you hear otherwise from the coach/advisor.

STATE BOUND!! Congratulations to our LCWM Area wrestlers on their Section Championship today!!


Congratulations to Queen Finley and King Jake!

Congratulations to our 2025 Snow Week Court! We are looking forward to the week to promote school spirit and all of our student-centered activities! There are dress up days planned each day, Coronation will be held Wednesday evening at 6:30 pm in the Secondary Cafetorium and a dance on Saturday upstairs at the Lakes . We look forward to an exciting week!

A huge shoutout to everyone who donated to the Climb2FeedKids event in support of our Backpack and Powerpack Food Program! Thanks to your generosity, the Knight Climbers surpassed our goal of $1,500, raising over $1,900 to help fight childhood hunger! 💙🥪🎒
Not only did we crush our fundraising goal, but the Knight Climbers also took home the Most Team Spirit Award for the second year in a row! 🏆🎉
We are so proud of our community for coming together to make a difference. THANK YOU for your support! 💙💛 #Climb2FeedKids #KnightClimbers #MostTeamSpirit #BackpackProgram #PowerpackProgram #CommunityMatters


Mr. Bosma's World Studies class had a medieval manor activity today! The pictures are of lords asking the king or queen for land, and then have serfs work the land, and pay knights to protect, while also ensuring the king or queen received their majority share.



We are looking for a long term substitute paraprofessional at the secondary. If you're interested, please apply today!
https://www.applitrack.com/mved/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=37236&all=1#


The second of three school board/student council breakfasts was this morning. Students discussed snow week, training room, PSEO classes, ideas on improving school culture, among other things. It was a great conversation!


FCCLA is selling strawberries to help cover the cost of registration and any fees they incur! If you're interested, please reach out to Ms. Missling or a member of FCCLA!


The varsity girls basketball team will play at MSU on Saturday, February 1, at approximately 5:00 PM, against Tri City United in the MSU Coaches vs. Cancer showcase. Tickets can be purchased at the District Office this week, with all proceeds benefiting the American Cancer Society. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students.
IMPORTANT: All fans need a ticket to attend. While you can also purchase tickets directly at MSU, the funds will go to MSU, not the American Cancer Society.
Your ticket will grant you access to all the games at MSU on Saturday!
