May 11, 2020
May 11, 2020
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Governor Evers has ordered that all Wisconsin schools and facilities remain closed until June 30, 2020. The information below is accurate to the date it was distributed. This is an evolving situation and as more information is received we will revise plans as needed.
Access to School Buildings and Grounds
All school buildings and grounds will remain closed through June 30, 2020.
When we are given to go-ahead from the state officials, we will reopen the outdoor facilities.
Virtual Learning
Virtual online learning will continue until May 22nd.
The week of May 26-29 will be for students to finish any work that is not completed.
Course Grades
Elementary School - Students will receive a passing grade for their subjects.
Middle/ High School - Students will receive letter grades.
Spring Athletic Season
The WIAA has canceled the spring sports season.
The next sports season will be the fall 2020 sports season.
Prom
The 2020 Turtle Lake Prom is tentatively rescheduled for October 31st.
We are currently awaiting guidance from state officials if it may be held earlier.
Awards Ceremony
Elementary awards will be passed out in the fall.
HS/MS awards will be presented to students in the fall.
Perfect Attendance
Perfect Attendance certificates for the 2019-20 school year will be awarded at the start of the 2020-21 school year.
Honor Society Induction Ceremony
The Honor Society induction ceremony will be held in the fall.
Graduation
Seniors have been sent information on a graduation video to be filmed on May 12th.
A graduation video will be produced and released on Facebook May 22nd. A copy will be sent to each senior.
If we are able to hold in-person graduation, it will be held on July 31st.
Food Service and Meal Deliveries
We will continue to provide meals for pick-up and delivery through June 19th.
High School Course Registration
Information has been sent out to students and parents regarding scheduling for next year.
You will be contacted by mentor teachers to discuss course options within the next few weeks.
Yearbooks
Information on completion will be sent out at a later date.
School Issued Technology/Textbooks/Library Book Drop Off
Students may drop off school issued technology, textbooks, and library books from 10:00 - 4:00 from May 26th to May 28. (Please remember all chargers)
Student Personal Belongings
Items from student desks or lockers will be bagged and labeled for drive through pick up.
Students can pick these up when they drop off their technology, textbooks or library books.
PK and Kindergarten Graduation
PK registration and orientation is still on hold. Registration information was sent out in late April. If you need to register your 4-year-old for school in the fall, contact the school for details.
Kindergarten graduation is tentatively scheduled for July 29th at 5:30 in the Fairgrounds park. Food will be provided.
Elementary Report Cards
Elementary - Report Cards will be mailed to your homes around June 5th. Your child’s teacher next year will be written on the report card.
HS/MS - Report Cards will be posted online June 5th.
Spring Concerts/ Track and Field Day
These events have been canceled.
Food Service Accounts
If you have a positive balance in your family lunch account, the monies will remain in your account for use next year.
If you are a graduating senior with no younger siblings, you may contact the school to receive a refund of your balance.
Summer School
Summer school will not happen in June.
We are studying summer school from August 3-21. If we are not able to meet in person, we will hold summer school online. If we can meet, we will be excited to welcome students back into the building.
Drivers Education
We will be sending out information soon for summer online driver’s education. Please watch for the e-mail.
Thank you for all of your patience and support during these awkward times. We are missing our students dearly and hope to see them as soon as we are allowed to and it is safe. Please contact your child’s principal with any questions.
March 25, 2020
Questions and Answers
Q: What will happen to graduation?
A: It depends on when we are able to gather as a group. We will have to wait and if it ends up being August, we will hold it then.
Q: What is the status of spring sports?
A: Spring sports are postponed until the health emergency is over. The question of a short season depends on when the health emergency is lifted.
Q: Will students have to do testing when they come back to school?
A: Wisconsin Department of Instruction has received a waiver for testing this year.
Q: What will happen with items in student lockers?
A: When school resumes, students will be able to clean out their lockers. This may happen in spring, summer or sometime this fall.
Q: Is Spring Break still the same?
A: Yes we will keep our calendar the same as if we were having school in the building.
Q: How long will free meals be provided to students and anyone under 18?
A: We will evaluate this as we get closer to summer. If we receive guidance from the county or CDC to stop we would have to follow their recommendations.
March 17, 2020, 3:30 PM
Under the Governor's order school will be closed indefinitely. March 17th Press Release
March 16, 2020, 2:30 PM
Wednesday we will have FREE breakfast and lunch for anyone from birth to 18 years old. Meals will be available at door #2 from 6:30-9:00 am. Please complete this survey so we know how many meals to prepare each day. FREE DELIVERY IS AVAILABLE
Link to survey
March 16, 2020, 11:30 AM
These are difficult times and as the virus spreads further north we will need to rely on each other more and more. Our community is strong and the school district will rely on our community to help educate our children. Below is what we know to this point. This is an evolving process and we will update you as we learn.
- The school will be in session on Monday and Tuesday only this week.
- Middle and High School students will have online work to complete.
- Elementary students will have packets and online work to complete.
- Teachers will be available during normal school hours for contact by e-mail or phone.
- Students who do not have internet access can use the school guest network in front of the building or park near the library. We will have hot spots available for middle and high school students who do not have the internet at home.
- These days do count for our hours of instruction mandated by the state.
- The work assigned by teachers is required and will be used for fourth-quarter grades.
- Breakfast and lunch will be provided in some fashion. We are still working out the details. This is the same for the backpack program.
- Currently, under the Governor's orders, school is closed until April 6th, but we are planning for a longer closure.
- The school and playground are closed for students.
- The fitness center is open to adults only. Not students are allowed in the building during the closure.
- Effective Wednesday, all athletics are postponed.
- This is a great resource about how to talk to your child about the virus.
- Northlakes Community Services will be offering therapy at their clinic.
March 13, 2020, 5:00 PM
Under the direction of Governor Evers, school will be canceled on Wednesday, March 18th until further notice. Students and parents will get more information through their skyward e-mail and Facebook. During school closure, there are no extracurricular activities.
March 13, 2020
Dear Laker Community,
The School District of Turtle Lake is working closely with County Health Departments to stay informed on the most current information and recommendations regarding the coronavirus. The health and safety of our students, staff, families, and community is our top priority as we work with County Health Departments and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in response to the coronavirus.
This is an evolving situation and the information in this letter is what we know at the time the letter was sent. We will update you as soon as we are made aware of changes. As far as a school closing, we will follow the direction of the State of Wisconsin and County health services. To eliminate outside source contamination in our building we will be canceling all non-school sponsored events. These events include activities such as booster sports practices and community education classes. School-sponsored events that bring people into our building are also canceled. These events include the school play, banquets, and volunteers.
Travel is not advised during this time. Students or families who have traveled to the states of New York, Washington, and California are not allowed in the school building until 14 days after their return. COVID-19 cases are growing fast in Florida and it is anticipated that they will soon be added to the list. For this reason, the band and choir trip to Florida is postponed until further notice.
If school is canceled, we will have online learning for middle and high school students. They should be bringing their chrome books and chargers home each night to prepare for closure. The elementary students will be given packets to work on. Staff will be available via e-mail for students to get help.
We are taking these precautionary steps to help prevent the spread of any known or unknown virus germs. Please continue to wash your hands and disinfect high traffic areas. Updates can be found on the CDC website at www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-in-us.html.
Sincerely,
Kent M. Kindschy
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