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.
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!"
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.
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
Snow is falling on this "Health Tip Tuesday!" Take a look at these healthy winter foods you may want to add to your diet.
Updated guidance from the Minnesota Department of Education regarding spectators at activities, athletics, clubs, youth sports and school events. Click on the link below to learn more.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/15LPywqee_wDUobztjWJagQW2X7gOYGcS/view?usp=sharing
Check out the latest issue of the Battle Lake School newsletter! Click on the link below to view.
https://www.smore.com/qv6jrp
Just a reminder that today is a half day for students. Buses will leave at 12:20. There is no school Thursday or Friday due to Education Minnesota .
ABC Volleyball vs Underwood tonight! View the image for more information about the games and how you can watch them.
The Battle Lake & OTC online store is now open! We will be accepting orders now 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/
School Picture Day is coming October 29th. Forms will be sent home early next week. Please print the Family Plan Rebate Form if you would like to take advantage, as we have a limited quantity.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZDX7CVPwhU05FEmXVTmqQJu9wFKCIcVZ/view?usp=sharing
The OTC Boys cross country team is the 2020 Park Region Conference Champion! The OTC girls took second! Getting individual All Conference awards were Isaac Scherfenberg, Blake Alonzo, Faith Fisher, and Ady Tysdahl. Receiving Honorable Mention were Nick Carter, Kale Misegades, Peter Newark, Laney Frost, Kyleigh Shebeck, and Grace VanErp. Great season all Bulldog runners! Good Luck at Sections next week!
Varsity football in Battle Lake vs Breckenridge starting at 7:00pm. View the image below for more details about how you can also watch the game!
