We’re thrilled to share that $3,047.55 was raised for our Turtle Lake Backpack Program! 🙌🎒💰
In May, Barron County and Wolf Pack Charities hosted the “Feed The Future” Weekend Hunger Relief Fundraiser at the Wolf’s Den in Cameron to support school Backpack Programs across the county. With exciting events and a raffle, the fundraiser helped raise vital funds that all went to support students!
❤️A huge THANK YOU to Ms. Timmer’s and Ms. Moll’s classes, along with our amazing students, for selling raffle tickets and helping out during the events. Your hard work made a difference for families in our school community!
In May, Barron County and Wolf Pack Charities hosted the “Feed The Future” Weekend Hunger Relief Fundraiser at the Wolf’s Den in Cameron to support school Backpack Programs across the county. With exciting events and a raffle, the fundraiser helped raise vital funds that all went to support students!
❤️A huge THANK YOU to Ms. Timmer’s and Ms. Moll’s classes, along with our amazing students, for selling raffle tickets and helping out during the events. Your hard work made a difference for families in our school community!
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Federal Budget: "One Big Beautiful Bill Act"
The recently enacted "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" includes provisions that withhold billions of dollars in funding for the Title program pending review. For the Turtle Lake School District, this could result in the loss of approximately $33,000 in professional development funds and $10,000 in student support and academic enrichment.
State Budget: Key Changes Affecting Turtle Lake School District
The state budget bill introduces several changes to school funding, with varying effects on the Turtle Lake School District:
Special Education Funding: Reimbursement for special education funding is projected to increase from 33% to 43% in the first year and 45% in the second year of the budget. However, a more conservative estimate anticipates 39% in the first year and 42% in the second year. This adjustment is expected to result in an increase of approximately $94,300 in the first year and $101,533 in the second year.
Mental Health Funding: A one-time payment of approximately $150 per student will be allocated for mental health programming.
Transportation Aid: A modest increase in transportation aid is anticipated, likely less than $5,000.
Open Enrollment: Increased funding for students open-enrolling into our district is expected. Should current open enrollment trends persist, with more students enrolling in than out of the district, we anticipate an increase of $47,340.
State Aid and Property Taxes: Our state aid estimate has decreased by $187,000. This decline is attributed to higher property values last year and the Department of Public Instruction's (DPI) enrollment calculation methodology, which indicated a decline despite an actual increase of eight students in our district last year. According to the Wisconsin Education Association Council, 66% of schools are projected to experience a loss of state aid for the upcoming school year. Despite this, the district will receive an annual increase of $325 per student, totaling $143,000 for the 2025-2026 school year. Historically, the state budget has utilized equalization aid or school levy credits to mitigate the impact on taxpayers. However, this budget does not include such provisions. The absence of general aid in the budget bill is anticipated to result in a more significant increase in property taxes (mill rate) compared to previous years.
Capital Improvement Projects: It is important to note that recent improvement projects, including the track, roof section, and boiler replacement, will not impact property taxes. These projects are being funded through our long-term capital improvement account.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact Superintendent Kent Kindschy at kkindschy@turtlelake.k12.wi.us or 715-986-4470 ext 2012.
Federal Budget: "One Big Beautiful Bill Act"
The recently enacted "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" includes provisions that withhold billions of dollars in funding for the Title program pending review. For the Turtle Lake School District, this could result in the loss of approximately $33,000 in professional development funds and $10,000 in student support and academic enrichment.
State Budget: Key Changes Affecting Turtle Lake School District
The state budget bill introduces several changes to school funding, with varying effects on the Turtle Lake School District:
Special Education Funding: Reimbursement for special education funding is projected to increase from 33% to 43% in the first year and 45% in the second year of the budget. However, a more conservative estimate anticipates 39% in the first year and 42% in the second year. This adjustment is expected to result in an increase of approximately $94,300 in the first year and $101,533 in the second year.
Mental Health Funding: A one-time payment of approximately $150 per student will be allocated for mental health programming.
Transportation Aid: A modest increase in transportation aid is anticipated, likely less than $5,000.
Open Enrollment: Increased funding for students open-enrolling into our district is expected. Should current open enrollment trends persist, with more students enrolling in than out of the district, we anticipate an increase of $47,340.
State Aid and Property Taxes: Our state aid estimate has decreased by $187,000. This decline is attributed to higher property values last year and the Department of Public Instruction's (DPI) enrollment calculation methodology, which indicated a decline despite an actual increase of eight students in our district last year. According to the Wisconsin Education Association Council, 66% of schools are projected to experience a loss of state aid for the upcoming school year. Despite this, the district will receive an annual increase of $325 per student, totaling $143,000 for the 2025-2026 school year. Historically, the state budget has utilized equalization aid or school levy credits to mitigate the impact on taxpayers. However, this budget does not include such provisions. The absence of general aid in the budget bill is anticipated to result in a more significant increase in property taxes (mill rate) compared to previous years.
Capital Improvement Projects: It is important to note that recent improvement projects, including the track, roof section, and boiler replacement, will not impact property taxes. These projects are being funded through our long-term capital improvement account.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact Superintendent Kent Kindschy at kkindschy@turtlelake.k12.wi.us or 715-986-4470 ext 2012.
The Little Lakers Club represented our school phenomenally at the Turtle Lake Fair this past weekend! 🎡🐢 Check them out in the parade, all smiles and Laker pride! 😄💛
❗Attention Middle School Football Athletes❗
This Tuesday (07/15) and Wednesday (07/16) from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM, the coaches will be hosting optional strength, speed, and agility training in the fitness center! 💪🏼🏋🏼
All players are encouraged to attend as we prepare for the upcoming season! 🏈
This Tuesday (07/15) and Wednesday (07/16) from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM, the coaches will be hosting optional strength, speed, and agility training in the fitness center! 💪🏼🏋🏼
All players are encouraged to attend as we prepare for the upcoming season! 🏈
🎉 Congratulations to Olivia K!
Turtle Lake’s very own student-athlete, Olivia K., has been selected by the WIAA to serve on the 2025–2026 Student Athlete Leadership Team! 💪🏼
Out of over 150 applicants, only 16 were chosen, and Olivia is one of them! 👏🏼 We are proud of Olivia for her hard work and leadership skills during her sport and inside the classroom!
What a fantastic Laker Nation member! 🐢 Olivia, keep up the great work! We are so proud of you!
Turtle Lake’s very own student-athlete, Olivia K., has been selected by the WIAA to serve on the 2025–2026 Student Athlete Leadership Team! 💪🏼
Out of over 150 applicants, only 16 were chosen, and Olivia is one of them! 👏🏼 We are proud of Olivia for her hard work and leadership skills during her sport and inside the classroom!
What a fantastic Laker Nation member! 🐢 Olivia, keep up the great work! We are so proud of you!
We’re excited to announce that Turtle Lake School District has been selected to receive the AIFS Foundation’s 2024–25 Tony Cook Memorial Grant! 🌍📚
Local AYA (Academic Year in America) coordinator Steve Eichman presented Hannah Weber with a $1,000 check to support her foreign language class proposal, submitted earlier this year.
We’re so proud of Hannah and grateful for the continued success of the AYA program at Turtle Lake. 🌐
Local AYA (Academic Year in America) coordinator Steve Eichman presented Hannah Weber with a $1,000 check to support her foreign language class proposal, submitted earlier this year.
We’re so proud of Hannah and grateful for the continued success of the AYA program at Turtle Lake. 🌐
🎭 Watch The 80s Rock! 🎸
Our talented Turtle Lake Summer School Theater Class, led by Mark Stary and Dustin DeGolier, rocked the stage with their original production, The 80s Rock! 🕺💿
Now you can watch the full performance from home! Check out both parts of the show below:
📺 Part One: https://youtu.be/FQpuCsZkFXo?si=V-335elraQEcaBmw
📺 Part Two: https://youtu.be/Va389wqZSDE?si=CcbUn2a_SDoYUn2n
Our talented Turtle Lake Summer School Theater Class, led by Mark Stary and Dustin DeGolier, rocked the stage with their original production, The 80s Rock! 🕺💿
Now you can watch the full performance from home! Check out both parts of the show below:
📺 Part One: https://youtu.be/FQpuCsZkFXo?si=V-335elraQEcaBmw
📺 Part Two: https://youtu.be/Va389wqZSDE?si=CcbUn2a_SDoYUn2n
Check out some of these amazing raffle items and custom metalwork signs available this Saturday, July 12 at St. Ann’s Center from 8:00–11:00 AM during the Turtle Trot & Pancake Breakfast! 🥞🏃🏼
🎁 Win awesome prizes like:
🛶 A kayak
🔥 A George Foreman Grill & Panini Press
🧹 A Bissell Spinwave Mop
🚜 John Deere collector toy tractors
👕 Laker apparel
🪧 Small metalwork signs
...and much more!
✨ Large metalwork signs will also be available for purchase.
💸 Venmo accepted!
All proceeds benefit the Turtle Lake Track Program. Come support a great cause and have some fun! GO TURTLE LAKE TRACK! 🏃🏼🐢
🎁 Win awesome prizes like:
🛶 A kayak
🔥 A George Foreman Grill & Panini Press
🧹 A Bissell Spinwave Mop
🚜 John Deere collector toy tractors
👕 Laker apparel
🪧 Small metalwork signs
...and much more!
✨ Large metalwork signs will also be available for purchase.
💸 Venmo accepted!
All proceeds benefit the Turtle Lake Track Program. Come support a great cause and have some fun! GO TURTLE LAKE TRACK! 🏃🏼🐢
🎆 Happy 4th of July from Turtle Lake School District! 🇺🇸🐢
Wishing our students, staff, families, and community a safe and joyful Independence Day filled with fun and celebration!
Here’s to the red, white, and blue and the amazing community we get to call home. ❤️🤍💙
Wishing our students, staff, families, and community a safe and joyful Independence Day filled with fun and celebration!
Here’s to the red, white, and blue and the amazing community we get to call home. ❤️🤍💙
There is so much to celebrate this week for Turtle Lake Track! 🐢🏃🏼
A heartfelt thank you to Linda and Tom Flottum for their incredibly generous donation of $3,100 to the Track Revitalization Project! That’s $100 for each year Linda’s served on the Turtle Lake Board of Education! (31 YEARS ‼️🤯)
Your dedication to our students, school, and community continues to make a lasting impact. Thank you, Flottums, for your unwavering support! ❤️
A heartfelt thank you to Linda and Tom Flottum for their incredibly generous donation of $3,100 to the Track Revitalization Project! That’s $100 for each year Linda’s served on the Turtle Lake Board of Education! (31 YEARS ‼️🤯)
Your dedication to our students, school, and community continues to make a lasting impact. Thank you, Flottums, for your unwavering support! ❤️
📣 Coming up on July 12th!!
Join us for the Turtle Trot! 🐢🏃🏼 This 2-mile walk + run event will help raise money for the Turtle Lake track team!
☑️ To register, visit the online website or pick up a registration form at Turtle Lake School, Dairy State Bank, or the Turtle Lake Library!
Join us for the Turtle Trot! 🐢🏃🏼 This 2-mile walk + run event will help raise money for the Turtle Lake track team!
☑️ To register, visit the online website or pick up a registration form at Turtle Lake School, Dairy State Bank, or the Turtle Lake Library!
Support the Turtle Lake Track Team! 🏃🏼♂️🐢
Drop off your aluminum cans at the Can Cart located at Austad's Super Value! All proceeds collected during July will go toward supporting the Turtle Lake Track Team.
It’s a great way to give back to our community in more ways than one! ♻️ Every can counts! 🚮
Drop off your aluminum cans at the Can Cart located at Austad's Super Value! All proceeds collected during July will go toward supporting the Turtle Lake Track Team.
It’s a great way to give back to our community in more ways than one! ♻️ Every can counts! 🚮
That’s a Wrap on Summer School 2025! ☀️📚🎉
After three incredible weeks of learning, exploring, and loads of fun, summer school at Turtle Lake School District has officially come to an end! Although we’re sad to see our halls empty after this week, we’ll cherish the smiles and memories. ➡️ Check it out!
From creative classroom projects and hands-on activities to outdoor adventures and healthy habit learning, our Lakers made the most of every moment, learning and laughing every step of the way! 🐢❤️
A huge thank you to our students, staff, and families for making this summer such a success. See you soon, Lakers!
🥎 🎉Congratulations, Olivia!
Join us in celebrating Olivia, who has been named an All-District Honorable Mention by the Wisconsin Fastpitch Softball Coaches Association (WFSCA) for the 2025 season!
We’re so proud of her hard work, dedication, and talent on the softball field. Way to represent Turtle Lake with pride, Olivia! 🐢🥎
We’d like to extend a HUGE thank you to the Turtle Lake Lions Club for their generous donation to the Track Revitalization Project! ❤️🦁
Thanks to their kindness and support, $1,000 will go directly toward bringing this project to life. We’re so grateful for your continued support of our students and school community!
Week Three of Summer School has officially begun! ☀️📚
Our third and final week of summer school at Turtle Lake School District kicked off today! Students are ready for one more week of learning, laughter, and fun memories! 😄
➡️ Check out some of the highlights from last week’s fun!
Summer School Week Two Recap 📚😎
Rain or shine, our Lakers love to be outside! ☀️🌧️ Wisconsin weather won’t stop our students from having fun during summer school! Check out these photos from the Walk + Run class this week! 🏃🏼🥾
Summer School Week Two Recap! 📚😎
From coding 💻, to bowling 🎳, to soaking up the sun with bubbles and chalk 🌞, our Lakers are learning, laughing, and making the most of every moment this summer!
There’s so much to see and do at summer school with Turtle Lake Schools! 🐢
Are you ready to rock? 🎸🤘🏼Join us Thursday, June 26 at 11:15 AM for a performance of “The 80s Rock”!
This show is presented by our theater and music summer school class, led by Mark Stary and Dustin DeGolier, and features your favorite Lakers!
We hope to see you in the auditorium for this rockin’ show! 🎭🎶
Join Our Team at Turtle Lake School District! 🧹🐢
We’re currently hiring for a Co-Head Custodian position! For more information and to apply, please reach out to Kent Kindschy!
