JH/ SH Band concert
March 27th 2025
Please join us for our Scholarship Info Night on March 25th from 4:30-6:30 pm in the ALC room in Waubun. Use the south parking lot by the playground. There will be pizza, pop, and door prizes. Student Services and Indian Ed Program staff will be there to help you and your student fill out scholarships and answer any questions you may have. Hope to see you there!
Thunderbirds Girls Golf
W.O.W.E is proud of our students here at WHS, and we want to give a Huge shout-out to Travis Bevins for being recognized as Youth of the Year!
🍀 St. Patty’s Day Fun in the Outdoors! 🌿🎨
Our first graders had a blast celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with hands-on outdoor fun! From checking their leprechaun traps to going on a shamrock hunt, their excitement and creativity were on full display.
The fun didn’t stop there—students also enjoyed the outdoor kitchen, tackled the obstacle course, and let their creativity shine through painting with brushes and colored spray bottles. These activities not only spark joy but also help build problem-solving skills, teamwork, and a love for learning in nature.
We love seeing our young learners explore, create, and grow! 🍀💚
#OutdoorLearning #StPatricksDayFun #HandsOnLearning #ExploringThroughPlay
Reminder: Scheduled Early Release (March 20) and No School (March 21-24)
Kindergarten orientation will be held at Ogema Elementary on Thursday, March 27th.
Registration will begin at 5:30 pm. Families and children who are eligible for kindergarten during the 2025-2026 school year are invited to attend the session! Children must be 5 years old by September 1st, to be eligible to attend kindergarten for the 2025-2026 school year.
Early Childhood Screening is being offered by the Waubun, Ogema, White Earth Community Schools to children ages 3 ½ to 5. It will be held on Friday, April 4th during the regular school day at the Ogema Elementary School.
See flyer or reach out to Suzy Olson at 473-6175 or by email at suzyo@waubun.k12.mn.us for more information.
Meet Us Monday:
We are so grateful for all the hard work, dedication, and care that you put into keeping our school clean, safe, and welcoming every day. Your behind-the-scenes efforts truly make a difference in creating a positive environment for our students and staff. From keeping the classrooms spotless to ensuring every corner of the school shines, your hard work does not go unnoticed.
Thank you for everything you do to help our school run smoothly! We appreciate you more than words can say!
The WOWE Princess and Brave Competition is an opportunity to represent the WOWE
Community Schools at powwows, parades and other engagements.... students can pick up registration forms in the school office or print one out here.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/10v2hj4vbLONR1tMrsak1lBem90Js87rV/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=104114457957957742307&rtpof=true&sd=true
The last few weeks the 4th graders have been busy with their Wax Museum projects and last week they learned a lot at Ag Days in Detroit Lakes at the college.
Our Waubun Explorers group had a fantastic fundraiser at Pizza Ranch in Perham, MN. It was a fantastic event!
🌸✨ Spring into the 2025-2026 School Year! ✨🌸
Pre-registration for the Kick Start Program is now open! 🌱🎒 Get a head start and secure your spot today!
📞 Need help? Contact Suzy Olson at 218-473-6175 or 📧 suzyo@waubun.k12.mmn.us.
🌼 Click here to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScUB3NIi7c47cNo8sHyKx19jeC1q19GWSv9esU1vHFOuBZTBQ/viewform?usp=sharing
Let’s grow, learn, and bloom together! 🌷📚
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Congratulations to the Ogema Lil' Thunderbirds! They worked hard all week to show their PRIDE!
Ms. Skersick's jr. High students made neon painted bears and oil pastel koi fish!
Jr. High art wood burnings!
🍁 4th Grade Sugar Bushing at the School Forest 🍁
Our 4th graders recently experienced the incredible tradition of maple tapping at the School Forest! This hands-on learning opportunity brought together School Forest Teachers and 4th Grade Teachers, working in partnership to connect students with both understanding how to measure the crown of a tree and the science of tree identification. 🌳🍂
During the experience, students:
🍁 Explored Ojibwe phenology, learning how seasonal changes signal the right time for tapping
🌲 Identified trees and gathered data to determine which were best for tapping
📏 Measured crown of a tree to ensure sustainable maple syrup production
A huge thank you to our special guests from White Earth Education & Natural Resources for sharing their knowledge and guiding students through this process:
✨ Bob Shimek - WETCC Extension Offie
✨ Dana Trickey - White Earth 4H
✨ Jason Clark - White Earth Natural Resources Parks and Recreation
✨ Chris McDougall - White Earth Natural Resources Parks and Recreation Technician
Since maple syrup production is rare and only possible in a few states, this was a unique and meaningful experience for our students. By blending cultural traditions with scientific exploration, we’re ensuring that future generations can continue to learn from and care for our forests. 🌿🍁
#MapleTapping #OutdoorLearning #SchoolForest #CulturalConnections #HandsOnEducation
Thunderbird Softball gear is here!
Please follow the link below to order
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🍁 8th Grade Sugar Bushing at the School Forest 🍁
Our 8th graders recently experienced the incredible tradition of maple tapping at the School Forest! This hands-on learning opportunity brought together School Forest Teachers and 8th Grade Teachers, working in partnership to connect students learning to standards in math and science to maple tapping. 🌳🍂
During the experience, students:
🍁 Took a sit spot moment, making 3 notices and 3 wonders, then framing one into a hypothesis
🌲 Applied ratios to estimate tree height
🌿 Examined the crown of trees, including those tapped by 5th graders
📏 Measured the volume of a tree, first reviewing instructions before heading out for hands-on calculations
🥾 Went on a nature walk, comparing coniferous and deciduous trees, observing competition in nature, and noting seasonal changes
A huge thank you to our special guests from WETCC Extension Office & White Earth 4-H for sharing their knowledge and guiding students through this process:
✨ Bob Shimek - WETCC Extension Office
✨ Dana Trickey - White Earth 4-H
Since maple syrup production is rare and only possible in a few states, this was a unique and meaningful experience for our students. By blending cultural traditions with scientific exploration, we’re ensuring that future generations can continue to learn from and care for our forests. 🌿🍁
#MapleTapping #OutdoorLearning #SchoolForest #CulturalConnections #HandsOnEducation
Student council will be hosting our spring blood drive on Tuesday, March 8. Students at least 16 years old can donate with a signed parent permission slip, while students who are 17 and 18 can donate without a permission slip (see Mr. Medina if you need a permission slip). Students who donate at least 3 times while in high school will receive a blood donation cord to wear during graduation. If you are willing and able to donate, you can do so by clicking on this link https://donors.vitalant.org/dwp/portal/dwa/appointment/guest/phl/timeSlotsExtr?token=qgSXMH925P8%2Bgwr3BpG4XWqSnLipnA4dA4x4SkDkcMs%3D or emailing Alex Medina at alexanderm@waubun.k12.mn.us.
