Mrs. Fabre's STEAM class learned how to build a tower using spaghetti noodles, tape, string and a marshmallow. Ask any 3rd grader they will tell you it's not that easy. great job everyone!
The baseball game scheduled for today has been postponed.
Friday: Baseball game @ Fertile (4:30) ~
Softball Doubleheader vs Ada/West has been postponed due to weather - no practice
Summer Job Opportunities: Rural MN CEP is recruiting for their Summer Youth Program, youth Ages 14 and up. Great way to gain work experience and may work up to 29 hours a week. No experience is necessary and is a great way to develop work skills and work history. Pick up applications in the HS offices-
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth District #435 is seeking to hire a Temporary Tech Assistant for the summer.
This position is responsible for assisting the Technology Coordinator with the IT areas of the District.
Qualifications include: being an active and enrolled student, age 14 or older. Starting wage is $9.00 an hour.
Pick up applications in the office
Midwest Bank in Waubun is hiring a teller for the summer months. Must have a driver’s license.
If interested, they can stop by the bank and pick up a job application or call Jackie Clark at 218-473-2191
Ojibwe Word of the Day
The student council is sponsoring a Blood Drive next Tuesday, April 13th, from 12:15-5:15. It will be held at the Waubun Community Center. Students who are 16 years old and older are eligible to donate. Sign up with Ms. Bauck, Sunshine, another student council member, or at Bloodhero.com. Sponsor Code: Waubun Students will need a note from home to be able to leave the building to go to their blood donation appointment.
For any incoming juniors or seniors interested in taking Online College in the High School classes next year, please sign up in the guidance office. There will be a meeting on Monday, April 12 in the media center during SH Lunch with more details. Contact Lani Thomas in the guidance office with any questions.
Midwest Bank in Waubun is hiring a teller for the summer months. Must have a driver’s license.
If interested, they can stop by the bank and pick up a job application or call Jackie Clark at 218-473-2191.
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth District #435 is seeking to hire a Temporary Tech Assistant for the summer.
This position is responsible for assisting the Technology Coordinator with the IT areas of the District.
Qualifications include: being an active and enrolled student, age 14 or older. Starting wage is $9.00 an hour.
Pick up applications in the office
Summer Job Opportunities: Rural MN CEP is recruiting for their Summer Youth Program, youth Ages 14 and up. Great way to gain work experience and may work up to 29 hours a week. No experience is necessary and is a great way to develop work skills and work history. Pick up applications in the HS offices-
Word of the Day
Calling all Juniors and Parents/Guardians!
Order your Waubun HS Letterman jacket here
https://lpickle.typeform.com/to/NIqgYwcV
Dear Waubun High School Students & Parents,
What does it mean to earn your varsity letter?
The Varsity Letter represents long hard days of practice, study, the challenging and exhilarating contest, sportsmanship, citizenship, and talent. It represents the unselfish faithfulness to the team while in pursuit of the goal to do your best. It symbolizes cherished memories of experiences with teammates, opponents, coaches, teachers, and parents. Those who earn our Varsity Letter are reflections of the ideals and spirit of our school. The letter is a perpetual reminder of the inspiration, leadership, and pride embedded in what it means to be a Varsity Letter Winner.
Now is your chance to order your official WAUBUN THUNDERBIRDS letterman's jacket. The jacket price begins at $218.95 and includes the school letter, leather sleeves, and embroidered name. Additional upgrades available when completing order form below
GROUP ORDER DEADLINE: Friday, April 16
Here is how you order:
Review the attached patch flyer that contains a list of all patches that are available for decorating your jacket
Make note of the patch codes (noted below the patch) you want
Complete your order form at the following link: WAUBUN Jacket Order Form Link https://lpickle.typeform.com/to/NIqgYwcV
Before completing this form, it is recommended that you have the following:
i. Tape measure for sizing
ii. Patch codes and descriptions from #1 above
Be on the lookout for a call from our Jostens rep to finalize your order and submit payment after you have submitted your order form in step #2 above.
https://lpickle.typeform.com/to/NIqgYwcV
PLEASE NOTE: Orders received after the deadline above will pay individual shipping rates.
Prom sign up sheet- please sign up for Prom (May 8th) in the Guidance Office. Distance Learners- email Sunshine at 22nindonise@waubun.k12.mn.us
For any incoming juniors or seniors interested in taking Online College in the High School classes next year, please sign up in the guidance office. There will be a meeting on Monday, April 12 in the media center with more details. Contact Lani Thomas in the guidance office with any questions.
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth District #435 is seeking to hire a Temporary Tech Assistant for the summer.
This position is responsible for assisting the Technology Coordinator with the IT areas of the District.
Qualifications include: being an active and enrolled student, age 14 or older. Starting wage is $9.00 an hour.
Interested students can submit their application in person or via email to: Human Resources at PO Box 98,
Waubun, MN 56589 or email travisg@waubun.k12.mn.us. Questions, please call 218-473-6171.
Open until
filled.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR APRIL SENIOR OF THE MONTH: Erin Kemp
WOWE Community and families: Grief is different for every person and every loss. WOWE Community Schools is here to help.
Ojibwe Word of the Day
Thunderbirds have 2 state champion wrestlers!! Jace Lhotka and Dillion Mcmullen.
Summer Job Opportunities: Rural MN CEP is recruiting for their Summer Youth Program, youth Ages 14 and up. Great way to gain work experience and may work up to 29 hours a week. No experience is necessary and is a great way to develop work skills and work history. Pick up applications in the HS offices-
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4H Project Day
Congratulations to our March- The Seven Grandfather Teachings Award Winners! Each student was nominated by a staff member in grades 4-12.
Dibaadendiziwin- Humility
Humility is to know that we are a part of creation.
Humility is represented by the wolf. For the wolf, life is lived for his pack and the ultimate shame is to be outcast. Live life selflessly and not selfishly. Respect your place and carry your pride with your people and praise the accomplishments of all. Do not become arrogant and self important. Find balance in within yourself and all living things.
We must always consider ourselves equal to one another. We should never think of ourselves as being better or worse than anyone else. Humility comes in many forms. This includes compassion, calmness, meekness, gentleness, and patience. We must reflect on how we want to present ourselves to those around us. We must be aware of the balance and equality with all of life, including humans, plants, and animals.
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2nd graders made roller coasters in Mrs. Fabre's STEAM class. They learned about engineering and architecture.
The ALC Building Auction on K-Bib ends tomorrow, April 1,2021 at 7:05 pm. If anyone is interested in it here is the link. https://www.k-bid.com/auction/37018/item/1?offset=1
Reminder: no school Friday or Monday
"Do you have a talent you would like to share? Waubun will be doing a virtual talent show this year and we'd love to see what you can do. You can show off your talent on your own, or with a group. Please email a video of your talent to Mr. Larson or Mrs. Hansana by April 19th"
White Earth Health Center is offering a limited opportunity for individuals aged 16 and 17 to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Pfizer-BioNTec mRNA vaccine is currently the only FDA approved COVID-19 vaccine for those aged 16 and older. Two doses are required to complete the full recommended course, separated by 3 weeks.
This offer is being extended to 16 and 17 year old individuals that fall into the following categories:
Are eligible for IHS services
Live the in the same household as someone who is eligible for IHS services (even if the 16/17 year old individual is not eligible for IHS)
Attend any school on the White Earth Reservation (i.e. Mahnomen High School, Waubun High School, Circle of Life Academy) regardless of IHS eligibility
Please call (218) 983-6340 to schedule an appointment to receive the Pfizer-BioNTec COVID-19 vaccine on one of the upcoming four dates:
Wednesday March 31, 2021
Friday April 2, 2021
Wednesday April 7, 2021
Friday April 9, 2021
The dates listed above are first dose opportunities, with second dose appointments guaranteed and scheduled on-site following the initial dose.
Call today to schedule an appointment and reserve a dose – this opportunity is limited to the dates above and while supplies last! The Pfizer-BioNTec COVID-19 vaccine is usually not available at the White Earth Health Center, but an opportunity to receive a limited supply has arisen.
**Also, IHS eligible patients 18 years of age and older and those living in the same household are approved to receive the COVID-19 vaccine at White Earth Health Center (IHS), as before.**
Ojibwe Word of the Day
Summer Job Opportunities: Rural MN CEP is recruiting for their Summer Youth Program, youth Ages 14 and up. Great way to gain work experience and may work up to 29 hours a week. No experience is necessary and is a great way to develop work skills and work history. Pick up applications in the HS offices-
Sports & Activities:
Softball practice starts today after school, we are planning on being outside today and inside on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Baseball, Track and Golf all starting practice today.
Congratulations to Eric Beaupre, the 3rd place speaker in the Humorous Category at Saturday's Subsection Speech tournament. With this placing, he advances to speak at the section tournament on April 13th!
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Congratulations to our Waubun 7th Grade Junior High March Madness Free Throw contest winners: Isabelle Bellanger and Brody Lhotka!! Congratulations to all competitors and thank you to Mr. Tyus for organizing the contest. *** 6th grade boys will have their final competition on Monday.
Congratulations to our Waubun Elementary March Madness Free Throw contest winners:
Jamoson Laduke 4th Grade Boys overall winner
Rilee Bement 4th Grade Girls overall winner
Cora McArthur 5th Grade Girls winner
Ethen Donner 5th Grade Boys winner
Congratulations to all competitors and thank you to Mr. Tyus for organizing the contest. *** 6th grade boys will have their final competition on Monday.
Sports & Activities:
Friday: Section 6A Championship vs Hancock @ 7:00pm @ Fergus Falls High School
Ticket policy is the same as the last game. Tickets will go in this order:
1) Players and coaches
2) B and C team boys basketball players
3) Varsity athletes from winter sports
That will fill our allotment of tickets for this game. ~The game will be live streamed on YourLiveEvent.com.
Summer Job Opportunities: Rural MN CEP is recruiting for their Summer Youth Program, youth Ages 14 and up. Great way to gain work experience and may work up to 29 hours a week. No experience is necessary and is a great way to develop work skills and work history. Pick up applications in the HS offices-
Please enjoy our 4th Grade Wax Museum video.
https://youtu.be/KrrQh10VOd0
Bethany was chosen for Student of the Month. Her teacher, Mrs. Peterson says, “Bethany has worked hard to adapt to learning at home this year. She shows up to every google meets, even when it's a challenge, and participates in all of them! She puts in her best effort and works very hard! She always has a positive attitude and is excited to share what she knows. I am so proud of Bethany!”
Bethany’s favorite part of school is math because you can find out the numbers.
She is most thankful for her toy black horse with the golden saddle and bridle. Her black horses’ name is Warrior and her brown horse is Cookie. Bethany loves horses and dinosaurs!
Bethany, you are such a cool kid! Keep up the good work!
4th-6th Grade Boys Basketball in Winemac is Cancelled for Saturday 3-27-21
Friday: Section 6A Championship vs Hancock @ 7:00pm @ Fergus Falls High School
Ticket policy is the same as the last game. Tickets will go in this order:
1) Players and coaches
2) B and C team boys basketball players
3) Varsity athletes from winter sports
That will fill our allotment of tickets for this game. ~The game will be live streamed on YourLiveEvent.com.
Congratulations to the Thunderbird Boys Basketball team- winning the Sub Section Championship game. #rollbirds
Here is the broadcast link for tonight's semifinal contest between New York Mills and your Thunderbirds. We hope you enjoy!
LINK: https://youtu.be/QNmxlvD5DJQ
Lydia was chosen for Student of the Month. His teacher, Mrs. Bendson says, “Lydia is such a smart, clever, and creative girl. She is a hard worker and always comes to class prepared to share her talents and abilities. Her comments add so much to our class discussions, and her artistic talent has been fun to watch blossom. Keep up the hard work, Lydia! You are wonderful in every way, and I am so happy to be your teacher!”
Lydia’s favorite part of school is free choice time. She loves to color Powder Puff pictures, especially Bubbles. Lydia is most thankful for her friends because they play with her. She likes to play magnets with her friends. Lydia likes to play on her tablet at home. She likes to draw with chalk when she plays outside.
Lydia, you are so special!!
Donnie was chosen for Student of the Month. His teacher, Mrs. Brininger says, “I chose Donnie as student of the month for February because of his enthusiasm and love for school. He is so excited every day to be at school and greets us all with a huge smile. He also works hard on his school work and has made so much progress this year! Donnie is kind to his friends, respectful to his teachers, and is always willing to help others. We are grateful to have Donnie in our class!”
Donnie’s favorite part of school is playing outside and running around with his friends. Donnie is most thankful for his dad because he loves him the most. Donnie likes to play games, watch YouTube, and play snowballs with his little sister. He can do backflips and side flips on the trampoline!
Donnie, you are amazing!! We love you!
Vanessa was chosen for student of the month. Her teacher, Mrs. Haugo says, “Vanessa strives for academic excellence. She is very respectful during distance learning and has excellent classroom behavior. She is polite and courteous in the classroom by showing her teachers and fellow classmate’s kindness and being helpful to all. She is a great role model for her classmates. Vanessa is very responsible and she always completes her school work. She puts in extra effort to do an excellent job. Vanessa is a fun 2nd grader with a great personality! Great job Vanessa, keep striving for the stars!”
Vanessa’s favorite part of school is guided reading and math. She loves to read and the math challenges her brain. Her favorite book is “The Magic Porridge Pot.” Vanessa is most thankful for her mom, dog, and brothers. Her dog makes her feel happy when she is sad. Her brothers teach her video games. Her mom cooks good food and decorates the house when it is her birthday. At home, Vanessa likes to play with her dog, Sissy. They go for walks together. Vanessa also likes to watch Victorious on tv.
You are so amazing, Vanessa!
Wally was chosen for student of the month. His teacher, Mrs. Haugo says, “Walter is a really hard working 2nd grader. He is studious and participates well in the classroom and on Google Meets. He enjoys adding information in our classroom discussions. His classmates respect him and everyone wants to be Wally’s friend. He is very thoughtful and doesn’t like it when someone’s feelings are hurt. He takes pride in doing a job well. Keep up the great work Wally!”
Wally’s favorite part of school is recess. He loves to play tag and races with his friends. Wally is most thankful for his Auntie Jean and Uncle Mark. He loves the way they take care of him. He loves when they play baseball outside with him. His favorite color is blue. He loves breakfast tacos!
Wally, you are such a special person! Keep up the hard work!
General notification for families that a person in the school/child care/youth program community tested positive for COVID-19
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School Wednesday, March 24, 2021
Dear Families,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) that a member of the Waubun-Ogema- White Earth Public School community has tested positive for COVID-19. It is possible the person was able to spread the disease while in the community on this/these date(s) 3/20/21. We cannot for privacy reasons share details about the person. At this time, they have been told to stay home and away from other people (in isolation) until they are well and can no longer spread the disease.
We have worked with MDH and White Earth Public Health to identify those who were in close contact with the person who tested positive for COVID-19 and have told them directly to stay home and/or to work from home for 7-14 days, even if they have a negative COVID-19 test during that time. This is how long it can take to show signs of the disease.
If you have not been contacted, your child is not considered a close contact, and there is nothing special you need to do.
Because the spread of COVID-19 from unknown sources is widespread in Minnesota, you should continue to watch your child for COVID-19 symptoms, which include:
Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher
New cough or a cough that gets worse
Difficulty/hard time breathing
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
New nasal congestion/stuffy or runny nose
Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Muscle pain
Extreme fatigue/feeling very tired
New severe/very bad headache
Chills
If your child gets symptoms, they should stay home and you should talk with their doctor or other health care provider to decide if they need to see a doctor and/or to get tested for COVID-19. Please review the following resources:
Home Screening Tool for COVID-19 Symptoms (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/homescreen.pdf)
COVID-19 Attendance Guide for Parents and Families (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/attendance.pdf)
We understand that this news may make people feel uneasy. We have taken action to clean and sanitize the building and are working closely with MDH to watch the situation. We are asking all members of our community to lower the chance of spreading illness by taking the following actions:
Protect yourself and others by wearing a face covering.
Wash your hands often with soap and water.
Cover your coughs and sneezes; do not touch your face with unwashed hands.
If you are sick, stay home from school, child care, sports, and other activities.
Clean all commonly touched surfaces often, such as telephones, doorknobs, countertops, etc.
Resources that you may find helpful:
MDH Coronavirus Disease 2019 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html)
MDH Schools and Child Care: COVID-19 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/index.html)
CDC Coronavirus (COVID-19) (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse, or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
GIRLS SOFTBALL starts March 29th, please sign up in the gym when you get a chance, all players 7-12
Anyone in grades 7-12 interested in playing GOLF this spring, please email Mr. Clark paulc@waubun.k12.mn.us by Wednesday afternoon.
Hudson was chosen for Student of the Month. His teacher, Mrs. Haugo says, “Hudson is such a great 2nd grader! He is kind and friendly to his fellow classmates. He is willing to help others and leads by example. The 2nd graders all admire Hudson. He is smart, attentive to his school work and does the best job possible. He is respectful to his teachers and everyone around the whole school. He has a great sense of humor and a laugh that is contagious. He contributes so much to our class. A great big shout out to Hudson for being a marvelous 2nd grader!”
Hudson’s favorite part of school is lunch. He likes crispitos the best! He also likes math because he gets to write out the math problems. Hudson is most thankful for his little brother because he is nice. They like playing outside together. Hudson likes to play outside, go on road trips, ride his hoverboard, and ride bike.
Way to go, Hudson!!
Ojibwe Word of the Day
Tonight's Game:
There are no more tickets available for the game tonight. You must have a pre-paid ticket to get into the game tonight. The game will be live streamed on YourLiveEvent.com.
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Sports & Activities:
Wednesday: Boys Basketball Semifinals @ 7:00pm in Waubun. Thunderbirds will be playing #2 NYM
Friday: If boys win- Section 6A Championship @ 7:00pm
Anyone in grades 7-12 interested in playing GOLF this spring, please email Mr. Clark paulc@waubun.k12.mn.us by Wednesday afternoon.
GIRLS SOFTBALL starts March 29th, please sign up in the gym when you get a chance, all players 7-12
General notification for families that a person in the school/child care/youth program community tested positive for COVID-19
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School Tuesday, March 22, 2021
Dear Families,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) that a member of the Waubun-Ogema- White Earth Public School community has tested positive for COVID-19. It is possible the person was able to spread the disease while in the community on this/these date(s) 3/19/21. We cannot for privacy reasons share details about the person. At this time, they have been told to stay home and away from other people (in isolation) until they are well and can no longer spread the disease.
We have worked with MDH and White Earth Public Health to identify those who were in close contact with the person who tested positive for COVID-19, and have told them directly to stay home and/or to work from home for 7-14 days, even if they have a negative COVID-19 test during that time. This is how long it can take to show signs of the disease.
If you have not been contacted, your child is not considered a close contact, and there is nothing special you need to do.
Because the spread of COVID-19 from unknown sources is widespread in Minnesota, you should continue to watch your child for COVID-19 symptoms, which include:
Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher
New cough or a cough that gets worse
Difficulty/hard time breathing
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
New nasal congestion/stuffy or runny nose
Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Muscle pain
Extreme fatigue/feeling very tired
New severe/very bad headache
Chills
If your child gets symptoms, they should stay home and you should talk with their doctor or other health care provider to decide if they need to see a doctor and/or to get tested for COVID-19. Please review the following resources:
Home Screening Tool for COVID-19 Symptoms (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/homescreen.pdf)
COVID-19 Attendance Guide for Parents and Families (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/attendance.pdf)
We understand that this news may make people feel uneasy. We have taken action to clean and sanitize the building and are working closely with MDH to watch the situation. We are asking all members of our community to lower the chance of spreading illness by taking the following actions:
Protect yourself and others by wearing a face covering.
Wash your hands often with soap and water.
Cover your coughs and sneezes; do not touch your face with unwashed hands.
If you are sick, stay home from school, child care, sports, and other activities.
Clean all commonly touched surfaces often, such as telephones, doorknobs, countertops, etc.
Resources that you may find helpful:
MDH Coronavirus Disease 2019 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html)
MDH Schools and Child Care: COVID-19 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/index.html)
CDC Coronavirus (COVID-19) (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
The Thunderbird Wrestlers competed Saturday in the state wrestling preliminaries (Supersection 7&8) in Cass Lake. Only the top two moved on to the next level of state. Will Olson placed 4th at 152 pounds. Blake McMullen placed 7th/8th (was not wrestled) at 113 pounds. Sophie Rojas placed 7th/8th(was not wrestled) at 170 pounds. Garret Eiynck placed 5th/6th (was not wrestled) at 126 pounds. Garret ended the season 21-8 and ended his career 120-81, which puts him 10th in career wins.
Blake McMullen 113 pounds
Quarterfinals - Zach Ikola (Deer River) over Blake McMullen (Mahnomen-Waubun) (Fall 1:02)
Cons. Round 1 - Aiden Wolfe (Fosston-Bagley) over Blake McMullen (Mahnomen-Waubun) (Fall 1:54)
Garret Eiynck 126 pounds
Quarterfinals - Drew Lange (Holdingford) over Garret Eiynck (Mahnomen-Waubun) (SV-1 6-4)
Cons. Round 1 - Garret Eiynck (Mahnomen-Waubun) over Carter Pater (Blackduck-Cass Lake Bena Bears) (Fall 1:26)
Cons. Semis - Hunter Skaro (United North Central Warriors) over Garret Eiynck (Mahnomen-Waubun) (Fall 3:20)
Will Olson 152 pounds
Quarterfinals - Jack Grell (Aitkin) over Will Olson (Mahnomen-Waubun) (Fall 3:32)
Cons. Round 1 - Will Olson (Mahnomen-Waubun) over Eli Psyck (Royalton-Upsala) (Fall 3:50)
Cons. Semis - Will Olson (Mahnomen-Waubun) over Hank Tellers (United North Central Warriors) (Dec 4-1)
3rd Place Match - Jack Grell (Aitkin) over Will Olson (Mahnomen-Waubun) (Dec 6-2)
Sophie Rojas 170 pounds
Quarterfinals - Tate Lange (Holdingford) over Sophie Rojas (Mahnomen-Waubun) (Fall 0:35)
Cons. Round 1 - Logan Torma (United North Central Warriors) over Sophie Rojas (Mahnomen-Waubun) (Fall 2:21)
Anyone in grades 7-12 interested in playing GOLF this spring, please email Mr. Clark paulc@waubun.k12.mn.us by Wednesday afternoon.
GIRLS SOFTBALL starts March 29th, please sign up in the gym when you get a chance, all players 7-12
Sports & Activities:
Wednesday: Boys Basketball Semifinals @ 7:00pm in Waubun. Thunderbirds will be playing #2 NYM
Friday: If boys win- Section 6A Championship @ 7:00pm
Kylan was chosen for Student of the Month. His teacher Mrs. Skersick says, “Kylan has always been a helpful student to everyone. He always comes to class every day prepared and ready to go with all supplies and a smile on his face. He has been doing an outstanding job of getting his assignments completed and turned in one time. He is a very good friend and has amazing conversations with his classmates and is always willing to help them out. Kylan is an outstanding reader and can have wonderful conversations about a book he is currently reading. I am so grateful to have Kylan as part of my class this year. Keep up the amazing work Kylan and keep being that outstanding student.”
Kylan’s favorite part of school is gym. He enjoys playing dodgeball and with the parachute. He says that Mrs. Skersick is the best teacher ever and he is taking care of her at school while she has a broken foot. At home, Kylan likes to play video games, go to the park with brother, and play on the Xbox 1. He can ride a bike without hands while standing on the back pegs. What a cool trick!!
Kylan, you have a heart of gold! Thanks for all your hard work!
Attention all Wrestling Fans!!
Wrestling will be streamed on the Cass Lake Schools YouTube page!!!
IMPORTANT!!
THUNDERBIRD COMMUNITY- The boys quarterfinals basketball game tomorrow (3/20) is at 2:00pm.
Spread the word! #THUNDERBIRDS
Today is the end of Quarter 3...
Friday: Girls Basketball Quarterfinals @ Henning @ 7:00pm ~ live streamed on NFHS.com. The live stream is free but you will have to set up an account.
Saturday: WR individual sections at Cass Lake for those that qualify~ Boys Basketball Quarterfinals vs Hillcrest @ Mahnomen- 7:00pm
CONGRATS to the Boys Basketball team on their playoff victory over PCS last night! GO THUNDERBIRDS!
Word of the day
Small Animal Clinic (rabbit and poultry raising and showing) being offered for grades 3-12 offered by the Mahnomen 4-H. Saturday April 10th. FREE- must pre register by April 9th. Information and forms can be picked up in the guidance office.
If anyone is interested in bidding on the old ALC / ALP building please check this out.
https://www.k-bid.com/auction/37018/item/1?offset=1
CONGRATS to the Girls Basketball team on their playoff victory over LPA last night! GO THUNDERBIRDS!
Thursday: #1 Thunderbird Boys BB playoff @ WAUBUN @ 7:00 vs #8 Park Christian
Tickets for tonight’s basketball game are available for all varsity athletes until 10am today- after that the remaining tickets are available to all students- $8… only 125 available so get yours while you can!
Friday: Girls Basketball Quarterfinals @ Henning @ 7:00pm
Saturday: WR individual sections at Cass Lake for those that qualify~ Boy BB home TBD if win on Thursday
Ojibwe Word of the Day
THUNDERBIRD FANS: Girls Basketball game @ Henning on Friday- Quarterfinals LIVESTREAM INFO
The girls game on Friday will be live streamed on NFHS.com. The live stream is free but you will have to set up an account.
Carter's name was randomly chosen during the school assembly. Carter chose to play Snakes and Ladders with Mrs. Haverkamp. We hope you had an amazing time! You are a pretty cool kid, Carter:)
KS-6th Grade will have class pictures March 30th 2021!!!!
The Mahnomen/Waubun Thunderbird wrestling team qualified 4 individuals for the Super Section (7A & 8A), Saturday in Cass Lake.
113 lbs. Blake McMullen
126 lbs. Garret Eiynck
152 lbs. Will Olson
170 lbs. Sophie Rojas
Wrestling Starts at 10:00 AM. Tickets must be purchased ahead of time ($12.00) from either athletic director.
Here are both broadcast links for tonight's and tomorrow's Mahnomen/Waubun tournaments games. We hope you enjoy, and good luck to your Thunderbirds!
Wednesday: https://youtu.be/bLJnUrMn2DE
Thursday: https://youtu.be/ItPpf4z_yn8
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A message from Principal Martinez: Students, please keep following COVID protocols. We want you to be safe, healthy and here. We can do that by wearing our masks, insisting on following COVID protocols and social distancing. This means that we have to social distance at all times, please return to the sitting arrangements for lunch and maintain the six feet distance while in line. Thank you.
Any gentlemen in grades 7-12 interested in playing baseball this year. Stop in and sign up in Kohler's room. Pitchers and catchers start practice on Monday, March 22nd and everyone on March 29th.
Wednesday: #5 Thunderbird Girls BB playoffs @ 7:00 @ #4 LPA if you finished the season for the GBB program, you are allowed to come to the game tomorrow in Lake Park
Thursday: #1 Thunderbird Boys BB playoff @ WAUBUN @ 7:00 vs Park Christian or Underwood
Friday: GBB if win on Wednesday TBD
Saturday: WR individual sections at Cass Lake for those that qualify~ Boy BB home TBD if win on Thursday
General notification for families that a person in the school/child care/youth program community tested positive for COVID-19
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School Tuesday, March 16, 2021
Dear Families,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) that a member of the Waubun-Ogema- White Earth Public School community has tested positive for COVID-19. It is possible the person was able to spread the disease while in the community on this/these date(s) 3/11/21, 3/12/21, and 3/15/21. We cannot for privacy reasons share details about the person. At this time, they have been told to stay home and away from other people (in isolation) until they are well and can no longer spread the disease.
We have worked with MDH and White Earth Public Health to identify those who were in close contact with the person who tested positive for COVID-19 and have told them directly to stay home and/or to work from home for 7-14 days, even if they have a negative COVID-19 test during that time. This is how long it can take to show signs of the disease.
If you have not been contacted, your child is not considered a close contact, and there is nothing special you need to do.
Because the spread of COVID-19 from unknown sources is widespread in Minnesota, you should continue to watch your child for COVID-19 symptoms, which include:
Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher
New cough or a cough that gets worse
Difficulty/hard time breathing
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
New nasal congestion/stuffy or runny nose
Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Muscle pain
Extreme fatigue/feeling very tired
New severe/very bad headache
Chills
If your child gets symptoms, they should stay home and you should talk with their doctor or other health care provider to decide if they need to see a doctor and/or to get tested for COVID-19. Please review the following resources:
Home Screening Tool for COVID-19 Symptoms (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/homescreen.pdf)
COVID-19 Attendance Guide for Parents and Families (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/attendance.pdf)
We understand that this news may make people feel uneasy. We have taken action to clean and sanitize the building and are working closely with MDH to watch the situation. We are asking all members of our community to lower the chance of spreading illness by taking the following actions:
Protect yourself and others by wearing a face covering.
Wash your hands often with soap and water.
Cover your coughs and sneezes; do not touch your face with unwashed hands.
If you are sick, stay home from school, child care, sports, and other activities.
Clean all commonly touched surfaces often, such as telephones, doorknobs, countertops, etc.
Resources that you may find helpful:
MDH Coronavirus Disease 2019 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html)
MDH Schools and Child Care: COVID-19 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/index.html)
CDC Coronavirus (COVID-19) (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse, or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Tonight's Wrestling livestream! Go THUNDERBIRDS
Section 8A wrestling tournament today in Crookston at 4:00 PM:
http://www.kroxam.com and click on KROX Radio Video Streams (on the right)
Or https://www.youtube.com/c/KROXAM
Tuesday: WR individual sections at Crookston. 4:00 start
Wednesday: #5 Thunderbird Girls BB playoffs @ 7:00 @ #4 LPA if you finished the season for the GBB program, you are allowed to come to the game tomorrow in Lake Park
Thursday: #1 Thunderbird Boys BB playoff @ WAUBUN @ 7:00 vs Park Christian or Underwood
Friday: GBB if win on Wednesday TBD
Saturday: WR individual sections at Cass Lake for those that qualify~ Boy BB home TBD if win on Thursday
Congrats to the boys basketball team on another victory last night and ending the regular season UNDEFEATED!!!
Individual Section 8A Wrestling Tournament 4:00 PM Today:
Crookston, MN
http://www.kroxam.com and click on KROX Radio Video Streams (on the right)
Or https://www.youtube.com/c/KROXAM
General notification for families that a person in the school/child care/youth program community tested positive for COVID-19
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School Monday,March 15, 2021
Dear Families,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) that a member of the Waubun-Ogema- White Earth Public School community has tested positive for COVID-19. It is possible the person was able to spread the disease while in the community on this/these date(s) 3/11/21 and 3/12/21. We cannot for privacy reasons share details about the person. At this time, they have been told to stay home and away from other people (in isolation) until they are well and can no longer spread the disease.
We have worked with MDH and White Earth Public Health to identify those who were in close contact with the person who tested positive for COVID-19, and have told them directly to stay home and/or to work from home for 7-14 days, even if they have a negative COVID-19 test during that time. This is how long it can take to show signs of the disease.
If you have not been contacted, your child is not considered a close contact, and there is nothing special you need to do.
Because the spread of COVID-19 from unknown sources is widespread in Minnesota, you should continue to watch your child for COVID-19 symptoms, which include:
Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher
New cough or a cough that gets worse
Difficulty/hard time breathing
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
New nasal congestion/stuffy or runny nose
Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Muscle pain
Extreme fatigue/feeling very tired
New severe/very bad headache
Chills
If your child gets symptoms, they should stay home and you should talk with their doctor or other health care provider to decide if they need to see a doctor and/or to get tested for COVID-19. Please review the following resources:
Home Screening Tool for COVID-19 Symptoms (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/homescreen.pdf)
COVID-19 Attendance Guide for Parents and Families (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/attendance.pdf)
We understand that this news may make people feel uneasy. We have taken action to clean and sanitize the building and are working closely with MDH to watch the situation. We are asking all members of our community to lower the chance of spreading illness by taking the following actions:
Protect yourself and others by wearing a face covering.
Wash your hands often with soap and water.
Cover your coughs and sneezes; do not touch your face with unwashed hands.
If you are sick, stay home from school, child care, sports, and other activities.
Clean all commonly touched surfaces often, such as telephones, doorknobs, countertops, etc.
Resources that you may find helpful:
MDH Coronavirus Disease 2019 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html)
MDH Schools and Child Care: COVID-19 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/index.html)
CDC Coronavirus (COVID-19) (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Attention thunderbird Fans!
8th grade plays first tonight in Fertile. No fans allowed. The games will be livestreamed on Garden Valley TV and Facebook live through the Mahnomen school facebook.
Grades 4-6: Dr. Seuss Dress Up Days: tomorrow is “Sleep Book Day” wear your pajamas!
Any gentlemen in grades 7-12 interested in playing baseball this year. Stop in and sign up in Kohler's room. Pitchers and catchers start practice on Monday, March 22nd and everyone on March 29th.
Sports & Activities:
Monday: Boys BB in Mahnomen vs NCE-UH C at 5:00 ~ JH BB at Fertile - 8th grade plays first at 4:30, then 7th
Tuesday: WR individual sections at Crookston. 4:00 start
Wednesday: #5 Thunderbird Girls BB playoffs @ 7:00 @ #4 LPA
Thursday: #1 Thunderbird Boys BB playoff @ home TBD @ 7:00 vs Park Christian or Underwood
Friday: GBB if win on Wednesday TBD
Saturday: WR individual sections at Cass Lake for those that qualify~ Boy BB home TBD if win on Thursday
Word of the day
1st graders learned what it is like to be an architect. They used toothpicks and marshmallows to make igloos in Mrs. Fabre's STEAM class.
Hudson's name was randomly drawn during our school assembly. For his prize, he chose to play a game with Mr. Peterson. We hope you had so much fun, Hudson! Congratulations!
Dear Waubun Ogema White Earth Schools Community,
It has been a year since we have been handling COVID-19 together. We want to thank you for your support during this year. We were graced with an abundance of opportunities to learn, grow and lean in as One Team with One Goal.
To continue reading our family letter, please visit the following link below.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TQhP2YNBUoW2UaFHfEQ0b6GKuA6jNHhe0ud1UFVOY-8/edit?usp=sharing
Lola was chosen for Student of the Month. Her teacher, Mrs. Jorud says, “I chose Lola for February's Student of the Month because she has a great love for learning. Lola is always fun to have in class. She is kind, respectful, and always contributes in a positive way. She is a conscientious student and always tries to do her best. Lola has maintained a positive attitude, during this whole year, and shows what it takes to be a great Thunderbird!”
Lola’s favorite part of school is math because it is fun. She especially enjoys learning division. Lola is most thankful for her family. She says she will love them forever. She loves to do her nails with her mom, sister, and sometimes her brother. Lola plays on the trampoline at home. She can do a front flip, front handsprings, and the splits. Lola loves gymnastics and dance!!
Thanks for being so awesome, Lola! Keep being you!
Kolton was chosen as Student of the Month. His teacher Mr. Lenzen says, “Kolton was chosen as student of the month by his peers. Kolton displays all aspects of Ogema PRIDE on a regular basis. Kolton goes beyond being respectful with his classmates and truly treats them with kindness and love. Kolton's patience while working with others is that of a person many years his senior. His classmates picked a perfect recipient for this month's Student of the Month.”
Kolton loves playing outside the most at school. Him and his friends play soccer. Kolton is most thankful for his life: being able to play, his family, and his cool Grandpa Bomber. Kolton likes to play on the xbox and play with his friends at home.
Kolton, you have such a kind, generous heart! Keep up the amazing work
Jake's was randomly chosen at the school assembly! He chose to make a special art project with Miss Skersick, called pendulum painting. What a great color choice!
Sports & Activities:
Friday: GBB in Waubun vs Nevis - B at 6, varsity to follow There is NO C-team Girls game on Friday vs. Nevis. However, it is Parent night and all C-team players and their parents will be on the guest list for parent night.~ BB in Mahnomen vs Fosston - C at 5, B at 6, varsity to follow
The Girls' basketball game will be live streamed tonight on the Waubun youtube channel.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt1zoyiGr4RRTR9hb5WX6Zw
Ojibwe Word of the Day
Students from Mrs. Bement's 1st grade classroom performed a Reader's Theatre adaptation titled 'Hickory Dickory Dock, or, Go, Mouse, Go!' The students are learning to use intonation and inflection when reading and did an excellent job switching up the pitch and volume for their specific lines in the play. Great job to everyone!!!
Ariel's name was drawn randomly at the school assembly. She chose to have a fancy lunch served by Mrs. Haverkamp. We hope you enjoyed your fancy lunch, Ariel!! You sure are a great kid!
Amy was chosen for Student of the Month. Her teacher, Miss Stalberger says, “Amy works incredibly hard in the classroom, is kind and caring to others, and has made unbelievable gains in her academics! I am so incredibly proud of her efforts and progress! Her drive and accomplishments do not go unnoticed! Never give up, Amy, you are amazing!!!”
Amy’s favorite part of school is playing on the swings and slides. She also likes to eat chicken nuggets and french fries at lunch. Amy is most thankful for helping people and playing with them. Amy wants to learn how to play flashlight hide and seek. She likes to sled too!
Amy, your smile is so special! We love you so very much!
Miah was chosen for Student of the Month. Her teacher, Mrs. Erickson says, “I chose Miah as Student of the Month for February. Miah is thoughtful, energetic, caring, and funny. She is a hard-working student, always doing her best when listening to directions and completing her work. She is such a kind friend as well, always willing to help her friends and teachers if needed. I can always count on Miah to be ready for class and ready to learn! Congratulations, Miah! I am so proud to have you in my class this year. Keep on being the shining star that you are!”
Miah’s favorite part of school is playing toys, especially Barbies. Miah is most thankful for her mom because she mades the ‘goodest dinner.’ Her favorite meal is mac-n-cheese. Miah likes to play babies with her sister. She also likes to go swimming.
Way to go, Miah!! You are simply the best!!
Alex was chosen for Student of the Month! His teacher, Mrs. Bendson says, “What a tremendous student and little human he is! When I made the Student of the Month announcement at our morning meeting, all of my kids pointed to Alex. They knew he would be chosen and what an excellent role model and leader he is in our classroom. Alex works so extremely hard. He has made progress in both reading and math and achieves at the top of my class. Still, Alex overachieves and does extra credit whenever given the opportunity. He works hard to participate in class activities and discussions. Alex carries our class conversations, always raising his hand first and always contributing insightful, relevant comments to add to discussions. Alex has a cheerful heart and positive attitude. He is kind and friendly and generous. Alex is well liked and has lots of friends. I can’t say enough about how much I enjoy having him in my class. Alex, you are a STAR STUDENT. You will do great things in your life. I am so proud of you and grateful I got to teach you and know you as a little human.”
Alex’s favorite part of school is when he gets free choice time. He likes to play with the cash register and the fake money. Alex is most thankful for school because he likes to work, write, practice numbers and letters, and do fun stuff. Alex likes to play xbox, watch youtube, and play with Power Rangers at home. Alex can do front flips on the trampoline!
Way to go, Alex!!! You are so amazing!
Awesome Job Noah!!
Great Job Lillian! Way to go on March Student of the month!
Friday: GBB in Waubun vs Nevis - B at 6, varsity to follow There is NO C-team Girls game on Friday vs. Nevis. However, it is Parent night and all C-team players and their parents will be on the guest list for parent night.~ BB in Mahnomen vs Fosston - C at 5, B at 6, varsity to follow
Word of the Day
4th -6th Graders having fun on The Lorax Rainbow day, dressing in color!!
Ms. Ueke's class Red Day
Mrs.Goos's class Purple/Blue day!
Mr.Qual, Ms. Davidson, and Mr.Skaaland class enjoying Rainbow day/ The Lorax
Lorax Day fun with Ms. Hause and Mr.Goos
Sports & Activities:
Friday: GBB in Waubun vs Nevis - B at 6, varsity to follow There is NO C-team Girls game on Friday vs. Nevis. However, it is Parent night and all C-team players and their parents will be on the guest list for parent night.~ BB in Mahnomen vs Fosston - C at 5, B at 6, varsity to follow
Word of the day
Ryder was chosen for Student of the Month. His teacher, Miss Ring says, “Ryder is very creative, kind, encouraging, intelligent, and thoughtful. He shows his teachers and fellow classmates how to be respectful, make awesome choices, and follow directions. He always has a positive attitude and he is a wonderful leader in our classroom! I often find him helping others and he does his very best on all of his school work! Way to go, Ryder! Keep up the AWESOME work!!”
Ryder’s favorite part of school is recess and playing outside. He is most thankful for his family because they help him if he has a problem. Ryder likes riding a hoverboard, 4 wheeler, and his bike! He likes to build things like wood sets and new creations.
Ryder, you are amazing!! Keep being the unique and creative child you are!
Deyana was chosen for student of the month! Her teacher, Mrs. Johnson says, “Deyana is a hard worker who always tries her best. She has a "Never Give Up" attitude with anything she does. She also uses Thunderbird Pride in all the aspects of school. She is helpful with anything that she is asked to do. She goes above and beyond with her kindness to everyone. She goes out of her way to make the other students feel special and is friends with everyone. She is a student that any teacher would love to have in their classroom!”
Deyana’s favorite part of school is having the best teacher who is kind. Deyana likes to have fun by playing tag and hide and seek with friends. Deyana is most thankful for her friends and her teacher.
We love you at Ogema Elementary! Keep up the hard work!!
Kimber was chosen for student of the month! Her teacher, Mrs. Bement says, “I am choosing Kimber for Student of the Month because of her outstanding work ethic and compassion for others. Kimber is punctual when turning in her assignments and the quality of that work is exceptional. When I'm working with other students I can always trust that Kimber is staying on task and doing what is expected of her. Kimber displays respect, kindness, and compassion for others. She is so humble and sincere in all that she does. Kimber is an excellent example to her peers and a positive influence to all. I appreciate Kimber’s love for school and her modest way of leading by example. Keep on shining bright Kimber - we love having you in our class!”
Kimber’s favorite part of school is doing math so she can learn new skills. She likes playing with her friends outside at recess. Kimber is most thankful for her mom and dad. They play dolls, Jenga, Go Fish, and make food for her and her siblings. She likes spaghetti the best! Kimber likes to play on her swing set at home. Kimber can do cartwheels, handstands, and flips.
Kimber, you are amazing!! Thanks for being such a wonderful person!
Title VI- Parent Committee Nominations: Title VI is a program designed to address the cultural, language and educationally related needs of American Indian and Alaska Native students, including preschool children. Projects help Indian children to sharpen their academic skills and assist students in becoming proficient in the core content areas.
Tuesday: Boys BB in Mahnomen - Varsity only at 4:00
Friday: GBB in Waubun vs Nevis - C at 5, B at 6, varsity to follow ~ BB in Mahnomen vs Fosston - C at 5, B at 6, varsity to follow
Congrats to the girls basketball team for their victory over Clearbrook-Gonvick last night!!
There will be band concerts this Thursday evening. The Junior High concert is at 7:00 and the Senior High Concert is at 7:45. Two guests are allowed per band member. Let Ms. Bauck know if you would like to attend in case extra spots are available.
Please see the following regarding our updated learning Model!!
4-6TH Graders are celebrating Dr. Seuss Month
Tuesday March 9th 2021 presents
The Lorax Day
Sports & Activities:
Monday: WR at Greenbush - sections~ GBB at Clearbrook - No C team, B at 6:00
Tuesday: Boys BB in Mahnomen - Varsity only at 4:00
Friday: GBB in Waubun vs Nevis - C at 5, B at 6, varsity to follow ~ BB in Mahnomen vs Fosston - C at 5, B at 6, varsity to follow
Wrestling Livestream tonight: YouTube, “BGMR Sports.”
Ojibwe Word of the Day
The sun may be shining!
The snow is melting!!
But.... The school forrest has sun and Snow!!!
There is still time to put the ski's on and head to the trails!
~~ Waubun School Forrest!!
The Mahnomen/Waubun Thunderbird wrestling team received the 6th seed at sections. They will wrestle BGMR (3 seed) on Monday March 8th at 5:00 PM (tenative) in Greenbush. There are only 64 tickets available for Mahnomen/Waubun. We are offering 2 tickets per wrestler and two per coach. The tickets need to be paid for before they are accounted for. Any extra tickets will be sold on a first come first serve basis. Tickets must be bought from either John Clark or Tim Spaeth before Monday at 10:00 AM. Tickets are $7.00 K-Adult. The following are the Covid Guidelines for BGMR schools.
BGMR Hosting Wrestling in Greenbush
Monday, March 8, 2021 -- Sectional in Greenbush v Mahnomen-Waubun
5:00 start time
Spectators:
Each team’s school may have up to 64 spectators. Some seating spaces have partially obstructed views. Only 40 people may sit on the stage.
BGMR wrestlers, managers and coaches will have the first opportunity to pay and sign up 2 spectators each, starting Friday as soon as the seeding meeting is over.
Any openings on the spectator list after 10:00 a.m. Monday, March 8 will become available to the general public until 2:00 p.m. The sign-up link will not be available after 2:00 p.m. Monday.
Spectators pay $7.00 each at the Badger or GMR office in order to get on the list. Exact change is appreciated, and checks may be made payable to Greenbush-Middle River School.
Spectators may only sit as singles or pairs, even if they are in the same household. Groups of larger than 2 would be seated too close to other spectators.
All spectators will be masked and seated at a distance in spaces marked with red tape.
Spectators may only sit as singles or pairs, even if they are in the same household. Groups of larger than 2 would be seated too close to other spectators.
Those who disagree with the rules are able to watch video from the comfort of their own homes at BGMR Sports YouTube.
No passes will be honored.
Do not attend if you are unwilling to comply with these requirements:
Spectators may only sit as singles or in pairs. Groups of 3 or more are not allowed in order to maintain the required 6 feet of space between spectators. Seats are marked with red tape.
Spectators will not sit or stand in a group or crowd together -- only in singles or pairs. If you don’t like this arrangement, do not attend.
“But we are in the same household.” Only singles or pairs. If a group is 3 or more, then you are spread out too close to the next group of spectators.
Spectators will not arrive prior to 4:10 for the first match or shortly before the second dual. There are no concessions and no gathering in groups to socialize, so there is no reason to arrive early. Spectators will leave immediately after the match and avoid gathering in the hallways, gym or other areas in school.
Attention Thunderbird Fans: There will be a shortened B team game for the girls basketball tonight so the Varsity will start a good half hour earlier than normal.
Jr. Crown Bearers
1st Grade 2021 Sno Daze
Kimber Spaeth and Landon Lerud
Carissa Englund 2021 Senior Sno-Daze Candidate
Ryan Spider 2021 Senior Sno-Daze candidate
Alyssa Anderson Senior Sno-Daze candidate
Sam Zima and Sunshine Englund 2021 11th Grade Sno-Daze
Alaina Bevins and Curtis Bellefuille 10th Grade Sno- Daze 2021
Ojibwa Word of the Day
Congratulations to Mrs. Ueke's class for winning the elementary dress up days contest with 80% participation
Sports & Activities:
Friday: GirlsBBall @ Mahnomen vs Fosston B team at 6:00, varsity to follow ~ Boys BBall at Ada. C at 5:00, B at 6:00, varsity to follow
Saturday:BoysBBall in Waubun vs Park Christian. C at noon, B and Varsity after ~ GBB at Lake Park. C at noon, B and A to follow Wrestling has been cancelled
Maddie Bass & Malachi Brower 9th Grade 2021 Sno-Daze
Brynn McArthur and Lukas Zima Sno-Daze 2021 8th Grade
Caprina Francis and Hudson McArthur Sno Daze 2021 7th Grade
Mahnomen County 4-H Agronomy Club is hosting an Ag Exploration Day with area businesses and experts. Pre-Registration is required as we are limiting the amount of youth able to attend.
Tonight's events for JH Boys Basketball and Wrestling- LIVESTREAM
Wrestling will be live streamed on the Mahnomen Facebook page
JH boys basketball will live streamed on the Waubun Facebook page
Sports & Activities:
Thursday: WR @Mahnomen vs RLCC/LPA 5:00 ~ JHBB in Mahnomen vs NCE-UH 4:30/5:30
Friday: GirlsBBall @ Mahnomen vs Fosston B team at 6:00, varsity to follow ~ Boys BBall at Ada. C at 5:00, B at 6:00, varsity to follow
Saturday: WR a New York Mills~ BoysBBall in Waubun vs Park Christian. C at noon, B and Varsity after ~ GBB at Lake Park. C at noon, B and A to follow
Word of the Day
General notification for families that a person in the school/child care/youth program community tested positive for COVID-19
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School Wednesday,March 3, 2021
Dear Families,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) that a member of the Waubun-Ogema- White Earth Public School community has tested positive for COVID-19. It is possible the person was able to spread the disease while in the community on this/these date(s) 3/3/21. We cannot for privacy reasons share details about the person. At this time, they have been told to stay home and away from other people (in isolation) until they are well and can no longer spread the disease.
We have worked with MDH and White Earth Public Health to identify those who were in close contact with the person who tested positive for COVID-19, and have told them directly to stay home and/or to work from home for 7-14 days, even if they have a negative COVID-19 test during that time. This is how long it can take to show signs of the disease.
If you have not been contacted, your child is not considered a close contact, and there is nothing special you need to do.
Because the spread of COVID-19 from unknown sources is widespread in Minnesota, you should continue to watch your child for COVID-19 symptoms, which include:
Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher
New cough or a cough that gets worse
Difficulty/hard time breathing
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
New nasal congestion/stuffy or runny nose
Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Muscle pain
Extreme fatigue/feeling very tired
New severe/very bad headache
Chills
If your child gets symptoms, they should stay home and you should talk with their doctor or other health care provider to decide if they need to see a doctor and/or to get tested for COVID-19. Please review the following resources:
Home Screening Tool for COVID-19 Symptoms (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/homescreen.pdf)
COVID-19 Attendance Guide for Parents and Families (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/attendance.pdf)
We understand that this news may make people feel uneasy. We have taken action to clean and sanitize the building and are working closely with MDH to watch the situation. We are asking all members of our community to lower the chance of spreading illness by taking the following actions:
Protect yourself and others by wearing a face covering.
Wash your hands often with soap and water.
Cover your coughs and sneezes; do not touch your face with unwashed hands.
If you are sick, stay home from school, child care, sports, and other activities.
Clean all commonly touched surfaces often, such as telephones, doorknobs, countertops, etc.
Resources that you may find helpful:
MDH Coronavirus Disease 2019 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html)
MDH Schools and Child Care: COVID-19 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/index.html)
CDC Coronavirus (COVID-19) (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Sports & Activities:
Thursday: WR @Mahnomen vs RLCC/LPA 5:00 ~ JHBB in Mahnomen vs NCE-UH 4:30/5:30
Friday: GirlsBBall @ Mahnomen vs Fosston B team at 6:00, varsity to follow ~ Boys BBall at Ada. C at 5:00, B at 6:00, varsity to follow
Saturday: WR a New York Mills~ BoysBBall in Waubun vs Park Christian. C at noon, B and Varsity after ~ GBB at Lake Park. C at noon, B and A to follow
Congratulations to our March Senior of the Month- Cameron Keezer-Adams
Seniors, please fill out the Google Form sent today from Mrs. Lenzen.
Wrestling Thursday in Mahnomen
RLCC weigh-in at home within 1/2 hour of leaving.
4:15 PM - Skin Checks MW and RLCC
5:00 PM - RLCC vs MW
5:15 PM - Skin Checks for UCB
6:00 PM ish - RLCC vs UCB
7:00 PM ish - UCB vs MW
Congratulations to the Caught Being Kind Winners:
Grand Prize Winner of $25 gift card: Alexis Pazdernik
Other Prize winners: Dennis Ashley, Braxton Qual, Alexis Lerud, Jayden Magney, Logan Adams, Roni Keezer, Travis Bevins, Nathan Richey, Thomas Azure, Leah Kent- PICK UP PRIZES IN THE GUIDANCE OFFICE
Big Congratulations to the Boys Basketball as they remain undefeated with their comeback and 1 point victory over Cass Lake Bena last night!
Mahnomen-Waubun Thunderbird Mini & Junior Dancer Day camp!!!
Please turn in forms to the corresponding office if Unable to make it to Mahnomen!!!
DEADLINE MARCH 5TH 2021!
Ojibwe Word of the Day
Sno Daze 2020-2021 To stay up to date when we go live please like and subscribe to the channel
https://www.youtube.com/c/WaubunLivestream
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ut9euQGmFyc
Waubun 4-6th Graders are celebrating Dr. Seuss Month!
help them celebrate by joining in on the dress up fun!
Link for tonight's Basketball game
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXeHWLWK4o1dlwulCRO0Iuw
Announcing our February Seven Grandfather Teaching Award Winners.
Zaagidiwin- Love - The Eagle
Knowing love is to know peace.
Our love must be unconditional. When people are weak, that is when they need love the most. Love is a strong affection for another. This can form between friends and family. Love is an attachment based upon devotion, admiration, tenderness, and kindness for all things around you. For one to love and accept themselves is to live at peace with the Creator and in harmony with all of creation. Love knows no bounds. We must accept it sincerely and give it freely. CONGRATULATIONS!
Ms. Ueke 4th Grade class had a great time "Mousin" around for Disney Day!!
The Mahnomen Pool will be offering a Lifeguard Training class March 7th, 13th & 14th. You need to be 15 or older to take the class. Cost for the class will be $100. Email cosenga-mccollum@mahnomen.k12.mn.us to for more information or to sign up.
Sports & Activities:
Monday: BBB @ Cass Lake. C and B at 6:00, varsity to follow
Thursday: WR @Mahnomen vs RLCC/LPA 5:00 ~ JHBB in Mahnomen vs NCE-UH 4:30/5:30
Friday: GirlsBBall @ Mahnomen vs Fosston B team at 6:00, varsity to follow ~ Boys BBall at Ada. C at 5:00, B at 6:00, varsity to follow
Saturday: WR a New York Mills~ BoysBBall in Waubun vs Park Christian. C at noon, B and Varsity after ~ GBB at Lake Park. C at noon, B and A to follow
Congratulations to the SENIORS for taking first place in the dress up day competition. The sophomores took 2nd place honors.
The snow sculptures were amazing! Thanks to all of the students who participated. A special thanks to Mr. Tim Spaeth and Ms. Gillis for judging. First place went to the "Campfire" by Kia Keezer and Neveah Williams, 2nd place to "The Living Room" by a bunch of sophomores, 3rd Place to the "Man-eating Snowman" by a bunch of seniors, and a tie for 4th with the "Snowman Gravesite" by other seniors and the "Sunbathing Snow women" by the juniors and sophomores. (Apologies for lack of names...I ran out of time)
Sno Daze Beach Volleyball 2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=32kSHnOZsJg&feature=youtu.be
Thunderbird wrestling tonight
5:00 PM M/W vs Bertha-Hewitt-Verndale-Parkers Prairie
6:00 PM M/W vs Border West (Wheaton-Herman-Norcross)
7:00 PM Bertha-Hewitt-Verndale-Parkers Prairie vs Border West (Wheaton-Herman-Norcross)
Live Stream
Varsity mat: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/verndale-high-school-verndale-mn
JV mat: We will live stream JV matches via facebook live on our BHVPP wrestling page.
https://www.facebook.com/BHVPPwrestling
Our Indian Education After School Program (grades 4-12) is up and running. Students are working on sewing and making Ribbon Skirts with Wendy Roy and Cultural Art projects with Ms. Skersick. Those are just a few of the activates. If you are interested in your child attending please call Patti Degroat at 473-6183 for more information and permission slips. A special thank you to White Earth JOM for supplying the new sewing machines and all the sewing supplies. Miigwech
Minnesota School Board Recognition Week February 22 to February 26, 2021 Minnesota School Board Recognition Week scheduled for February 22-26 Waubun, Ogema, White Earth Public School — The Minnesota School Board’s Association has set February 22-26 as Minnesota School Board Recognition Week to build awareness and understanding of the vital function elected school board members play in our society. Waubun, Ogema, White Earth Public School is joining other public school districts from across the state to celebrate School Board Recognition Week to honor local board members for their commitment to Waubun Ogema White Earth Public School and its students. “Strong schools help build strong communities – and the Waubun, Ogema, White Earth School Board devotes countless hours to making sure our schools are helping every child learn at a higher level,” Superintendent Lisa Weber said. “School board members make the difficult decisions every month – and spend many hours studying education issues and regulations in order to provide the kind of accountability our citizens expect. This year, with the pandemic, they have put in overtime.” The members serving our district and their years of service are as follows: Allan Haugo (16 Years) Christie Haverkamp (10 Years) John Zima (8 Years) Terry Dorman (4 Years) Derek Hoban (2 Years) Vikki Bevins (2 Years) Nick McArthur (2 Years) Our school District honored our school Board Members with Certificates of Recognition and special recognition at our regular School Board meeting. The Student Council gave individual treat bags and gratitudes for each member also. Thank you ISD# 435 School Board members! Your commitment, hard work, and dedication to education, students, staff, and community help us all continue to grow!
Sports & Activities:
Thursday WR at Verndale -- 5:00 and 6:30 ~ GB in Mahnomen vs RLF ~ JH BB in Mahnomen vs Winemac
Saturday Dance at Wadena ~BB in Waubun vs Pelican Rapids B and C at noon, varsity to follow ~GB at Ada - C at noon, B at 1:00, varsity to follow
The Mahnomen Pool will be offering a Lifeguard Training class March 7th, 13th & 14th. You need to be 15 or older to take the class. Cost for the class will be $100. Email cosenga-mccollum@mahnomen.k12.mn.us to for more information or to sign up.
We have some exciting SOUNDS coming our way!!
Band Concerts have been scheduled!!!
Keep it up Alton!
Way to Go!
W.O.W.E is so proud of you Drew!
Way to go on being chosen for Mr. Goos's February student of the month
Way to Go Ethen!
Mrs.Davidson's 5th grade February student of the month!
Great Job Nokona!
Mr. Qual's February Student of the Month!
Congratulations Lawrence
Keep Shining McKenna, W.O.W.E is so proud of you!
W.O.W.E is so proud of you Hannah, Congratulations on February student of the month!
Way to go Kallie on February student of the month!
Congrats to the boys basketball team for the win last night over Thief River Falls 80-52
SNO DAZE:
This is the perfect snow to practice making your award-winning snow sculpture. Friday night is the night for this" Soon-to-Be" highly acclaimed competition..
Dress Up Days:
THURSDAY - Thunderbird Day
FRIDAY - Flannel Day-
Monday:Dress to Impress ~ Coronation will be held @2:30pm
March is Dr. Seuss Month! Ogema Elementary will be celebrating by having dress up days EVERY Tuesday in MARCH!
Kaelin was chosen for Student of the Month. Her teacher, Mrs. Brininger says, “Kaelin joined our distance learning group in December and has fit right in. She has a wonderful attitude during class, is always participating, and is working so hard on her assignments. Her smile and enthusiasm for learning encourages everyone! We are lucky to have her in our class!”
Kaelin’s favorite part of school is doing homework, reading books, and working on math problems. She is most thankful for playing with LOL dolls with her foster sisters. Kaelin really enjoys reading books, sledding down the hill, and riding bike!
Kaelin, thank you for being you! We love you!
Elyssa was chosen for Student of the Month. Her teacher, Mrs. Haugo says, “Elyssa is a great addition to the 2nd grade class. She does a great job enhancing our Google Meets by encouraging others. She works hard to do the best that she can do and never gives up! She is progressing well with her school work. She has a fun laugh that is contagious to all. She has great computation skills and is quick to figure things out in Math. Keep working hard Elyssa. Great things will come to you when you keep trying!”
Elyssa’s favorite part of school is doing math homework on IXL. She loves helping others whenever and wherever her help is needed! Elyssa can do side flips on the trampoline and is working hard to learn how to do front flips. She also likes sledding, making snow angels, and swimming.
Elyssa, you are an amazing kid!! Keep up the hard work!
Sno-Daze has been updated!!
Please see the following changes!
Waubun ECFE/Kick-Start Classes Waubun ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education) Program
Thunderbird wrestling tonight:
5:00 pm: Mahnomen/Waubun vs Staples/Motley
6:00 pm: Staples/Motley vs Moorhead
7:00 pm: Mahnomen/Waubun vs Moorhead
Live stream for tonight:
Direct Link
https://www.facebook.com/events/2677464732565725/
Also found on Waubun's Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/WOWEStrong
W.O.W.E wants to shout our Transportation Drivers out!! thank you for the going the extra mile!
grades 4-12 Indian Education After school program: NO After School Activities the remainder of the week. Activities will start back next Monday
Tuesday: BB in Mahnomen vsThief River Falls (@ Mahnomen). C at 5, B at 6, varsity to follow ~WR in Waubun vs Staples
Thursday WR at Verndale -- 5:00 and 6:30 ~ GB in Mahnomen vs RLF ~ JH BB in Mahnomen vs Winemac
Saturday Dance at Wadena ~BB in Waubun vs Pelican Rapids B and C at noon, varsity to follow ~GB at Ada - C at noon, B at 1:00, varsity to follow
Congrats to the girls basketball team on their victory over Sacred Heart last night 48-29
Coronation: Friday, February 26 @ 2:30 in Waubun Commons (30-60 minutes?)
Senior Advisors: Carly Lenzen, Casey Berntson, Patti DeGroat
All students involved should be at Waubun dressed and ready at 1:45 on Friday, February 26.
Two guests per student will be allowed to attend coronation. Masks and social distancing will be required.
A video of coronation will be shared after coronation.
Caulfield Studio will be at the school at 2:00 to take pictures. Picture forms will be available at the school.
Students:
Get some friends together and compete in the Snow Sculpture Contest Friday night. It's going to be a beautiful night! See ya from 7:00-8:00 under the lights on the football field. Bring your own props, buckets, shovels, paint, and whatever else you need to create your masterpiece. The winning team gets a $20 gift card to EZ One Stop. There will also be 2nd and 3rd place prizes.
Sports & Activities:
Monday: GB in Mahnomen vs Sacred Heart - No C team. B at 6:00 -- JH Boys Basketball vs NCE/UH has been cancelled
Tuesday: BB in Mahnomen vsThief River Falls (@ Mahnomen). C at 5, B at 6, varsity to follow ~WR in Waubun vs Staples
Thursday WR at Verndale -- 5:00 and 6:30 ~ GB in Mahnomen vs RLF ~ JH BB in Mahnomen vs Winemac
Saturday Dance at Wadena ~BB in Waubun vs Pelican Rapids B and C at noon, varsity to follow ~GB at Ada - C at noon, B at 1:00, varsity to follow
Dear Families,
I hope this message finds you well. I would like to invite you to Waubun School's virtual parent teacher conferences on February 23rd and March 02, 2021 from 3:30 to 7:00.
If you haven't done so already, please schedule a time with the teacher(s) of your student(s). The teacher(s) can be found on this site: https://www.waubun.k12.mn.us/o/waubunogemawhiteearthschoolsmn/staff. Conferences will be either via telephone call or google meet.
Communication between two major parts of our team (parents and teachers) is incredibly important. I encourage you to set up a time to ensure that we meet our goal of student success. If there is any help you need from me, please feel free to contact me at
ericm@waubun.k12.mn.us. Thank you. - Mr. Martinez
General notification for families that a person in the school/child care/youth program community tested positive for COVID-19
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School Sunday, February 21, 2021
Dear Families,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) that a member of the Waubun-Ogema- White Earth Public School community has tested positive for COVID-19. It is possible the person was able to spread the disease while in the community on this/these date(s) 2/17 and 2/18. We cannot for privacy reasons share details about the person. At this time, they have been told to stay home and away from other people (in isolation) until they are well and can no longer spread the disease.
We have worked with MDH and White Earth Public Health to identify those who were in close contact with the person who tested positive for COVID-19 and have told them directly to stay home and/or to work from home for 7-14 days, even if they have a negative COVID-19 test during that time. This is how long it can take to show signs of the disease.
If you have not been contacted, your child is not considered a close contact, and there is nothing special you need to do.
Because the spread of COVID-19 from unknown sources is widespread in Minnesota, you should continue to watch your child for COVID-19 symptoms, which include:
Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher
New cough or a cough that gets worse
Difficulty/hard time breathing
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
New nasal congestion/stuffy or runny nose
Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Muscle pain
Extreme fatigue/feeling very tired
New severe/very bad headache
Chills
If your child gets symptoms, they should stay home and you should talk with their doctor or other health care provider to decide if they need to see a doctor and/or to get tested for COVID-19. Please review the following resources:
Home Screening Tool for COVID-19 Symptoms (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/homescreen.pdf)
COVID-19 Attendance Guide for Parents and Families (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/attendance.pdf)
We understand that this news may make people feel uneasy. We have taken action to clean and sanitize the building and are working closely with MDH to watch the situation. We are asking all members of our community to lower the chance of spreading illness by taking the following actions:
Protect yourself and others by wearing a face covering.
Wash your hands often with soap and water.
Cover your coughs and sneezes; do not touch your face with unwashed hands.
If you are sick, stay home from school, child care, sports, and other activities.
Clean all commonly touched surfaces often, such as telephones, doorknobs, countertops, etc.
Resources that you may find helpful:
MDH Coronavirus Disease 2019 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html)
MDH Schools and Child Care: COVID-19 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/index.html)
CDC Coronavirus (COVID-19) (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse, or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Reminder! Elementary wrestling practice tonight in Waubun at 6pm
Let Sno-Daze begin! Next week we will celebrate Sno-Daze. We will have a grade level contest for our dress up days. The grade that has the highest percentage of participation all week will get a tasty prize. Participation will be counted at the lunch line. If you don't eat lunch, but dressed up, check in with the "counter" by the kitchen door. This is a 7th-12th grade (and teachers) contest. (Elementary will be by classes).
Start planning your wardrobe for next week:
MONDAY - Pajama Day
TUESDAY - Twin Day
WEDNESDAY - Disney Day
THURSDAY - Thunderbird Day
FRIDAY - Flannel Day
Sports & Activities:
Friday
Dance at Frazee
GBBall @ NYM- No C Team- B Team @ 6pm with varsity to collow
JH BB at Ada 4:30/5:30- Ada is not allowing visiting fans for JH games at this time- so no fans on Friday- The game will be live streamed on Ada-Borup West AD facebook page
Saturday
WR at Alexandria - TBD
Girls Basketball game tonight @ NYM- Livestream
Search NFHS Network, it's under NYM vs Bertha Hewitt
Sophie's name was randomly drawn during our school assembly. For her prize, she chose to play a board game with Mrs. Haverkamp. Sophie beat Mrs. Haverkamp in a thrilling game of Snakes & Ladders!! What a fun time!
Hip, hip, hooray! It's the 100th day of school today! Mrs. Brininger's Kindergartners celebrated by decorating crowns and glasses, counting to 100 by 1's, 5's, and 10's, sharing 100th day collections they counted at home, and making 100 gumballs with BINGO dabbers.
Wrestling in Waubun the 18th of February
5:00 PM: M/W vs BCLB
6:00 PM: BCLB vs WHAN
7:00 PM: M/W vs WHAN
Live stream at Waubun Public Schools
https://www.facebook.com/WOWEStrong
Or
https://www.facebook.com/events/272593144251035/
SNO-Daze February 22-26, 2021
Girl Power! Girls can be architects too! Mrs Fabre's STEAM class used marshmallows and toothpicks to make shapes.
The girls basketball team will now play at New York Mills tomorrow night (Friday) No C team. B team at 6:00, varsity to follow.
No After School Activities (Indian Education Program) today for grades 4-12.
Sports & Activities:
Thursday
BBB at LPA - HAS BEEN CANCELLED
WR in Waubun vs WHA and BCLB 5:00 start
Girls basketball practice is in Mahnomen today.
Friday
Dance at Frazee
GBBall in Waubun vs NCE-UH - HAS BEEN CANCELLED
JH BB at Ada 4:30/5:30- Ada is not allowing visiting fans for JH games at this time- so no fans on Friday- The game will be live streamed on Ada-Borup West AD facebook page
Saturday
WR at Alexandria - TBD
Ms. Skersick's Art Class: We looked at some work by Richard Shaw (a ceramic still life artist) and for Valentine's Day we made some "treats" (Faux cupcakes and cake slices). The students pictured are the last of my crew to complete their "Still life" paintings:)
PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD:
The boys game vs LPA tonight has been cancelled.
The girls game with NCE-UH tomorrow night has been cancelled.
Thank you to our Ogema VFW Auxiliary Post 9880 for their generous gift of patriotic books!
Girls Basketball livestream
Garden Valley TV
We’ve also now fully launched our live-stream functionality on our website at https://www.gvtel.com/video/livestream/ . This allows members and non-members to watch these games from a computer, tablet, or phone. Access for subscribers of a GVT service (phone, internet, cellular, GVTV) is included at no additional charge. Non-members can purchase access to the live stream; $5 for a 30 day access or $20 for an annual access. All paid subscriptions will support the school and local content channels.
Boys Basketball Livestream for tonight
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKD2rpLN_7ptJIBo_Pp5ZiQ
Sports & Activities:
Tuesday
GBB at RLCC in Oklee - No C team, B at 6:00, varsity to follow
BBB at Nevis - C at 5, B at 6, varsity to follow
Thursday
BBB at LPA - Audubon - C at 5, B at 6, varsity to follow
WR in Waubun vs WHA and BCLB 5:00 start
Friday
Dance at Frazee
GB in Waubun vs NCE-UH - C at 5, B at 6, varsity to follow
JH BB at Ada 4:30/5:30
Saturday
WR at Alexandria - TBD
General notification for families that a person in the school/child care/youth program community tested positive for COVID-19
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School Friday, February 12, 2021
Dear Families,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) that a member of the Waubun-Ogema- White Earth Public School community has tested positive for COVID-19. It is possible the person was able to spread the disease while in the community on this/these date(s) 2/11 and 2/12. We cannot for privacy reasons share details about the person. At this time, they have been told to stay home and away from other people (in isolation) until they are well and can no longer spread the disease.
We have worked with MDH and White Earth Public Health to identify those who were in close contact with the person who tested positive for COVID-19, and have told them directly to stay home and/or to work from home for 7-14 days, even if they have a negative COVID-19 test during that time. This is how long it can take to show signs of the disease.
If you have not been contacted, your child is not considered a close contact, and there is nothing special you need to do.
Because the spread of COVID-19 from unknown sources is widespread in Minnesota, you should continue to watch your child for COVID-19 symptoms, which include:
Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher
New cough or a cough that gets worse
Difficulty/hard time breathing
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
New nasal congestion/stuffy or runny nose
Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Muscle pain
Extreme fatigue/feeling very tired
New severe/very bad headache
Chills
If your child gets symptoms, they should stay home and you should talk with their doctor or other health care provider to decide if they need to see a doctor and/or to get tested for COVID-19. Please review the following resources:
Home Screening Tool for COVID-19 Symptoms (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/homescreen.pdf)
COVID-19 Attendance Guide for Parents and Families (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/attendance.pdf)
We understand that this news may make people feel uneasy. We have taken action to clean and sanitize the building and are working closely with MDH to watch the situation. We are asking all members of our community to lower the chance of spreading illness by taking the following actions:
Protect yourself and others by wearing a face covering.
Wash your hands often with soap and water.
Cover your coughs and sneezes; do not touch your face with unwashed hands.
If you are sick, stay home from school, child care, sports, and other activities.
Clean all commonly touched surfaces often, such as telephones, doorknobs, countertops, etc.
Resources that you may find helpful:
MDH Coronavirus Disease 2019 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html)
MDH Schools and Child Care: COVID-19 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/index.html)
CDC Coronavirus (COVID-19) (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Kale was chosen for Student of the Month. His teacher, Mrs. Oertwich says, “Kale is a great addition to our class. Kale was chosen as our student of the month for January because he consistently does his best, never complains, and has a fun sense of humor. Kale is responsible and completes all of his assignments in a timely manner. He displays many different qualities that are all characteristics of wisdom. He has a very gentle, calm, and patient personality. He consistently displays empathy to his classmates when they need extra academic support and encourages them when they are down. Way to go, Kale! Thanks for being such a great friend to all!”
Kale is most proud of himself because he helps his teacher and is nice to his friends. Kale’s favorite part of school is being a member of his class because it is fun. At home, Kale likes to play games like Monopoly. His favorite food is turkey.
Kale, we love you at Ogema school!
Anna was chosen for Student of the Month. Her teacher, Mrs. Oertwich says, “Anna was chosen as student of the month because she is such a shining star. She is a joy to have in class! She always has a positive attitude, smile on her face, and often times is giggling. Anna approaches everything with a can-do attitude. The reasons I believe she has great wisdom is she is so pure, humble, sincere, and gentle. She is so sweet to all of her classmates. She never wants anyone to feel down and is the first one to help out when someone needs assistance. She wouldn’t hurt a fly. She definitely lives up to her nickname of Honey.”
Anna's favorite part of school is learning about money. She loves to count money. Anna loves to play and make shapes with kinetic sand. Anna’s favorite books are the Dog Man books because they are funny. Anna loves to color. She is most thankful for all people who are nice and helpful.
Anna, you are such a blessing to our school! Thanks for being you!
Sports & Activities:
Friday
BBB at Park Christian C at 5:00
WR at Glyndon
Saturday
Dance at Detroit Lakes
Congratulations to our February Senior of the Month: Brandon Swedberg
Barnesville High School Winter Event Guidelines - 2021
Live Stream Information: www.youtube.com/MagntiudeSports
a. JV and Varsity Games/Matches will be streamed
b. 9th Grade Games when possible
Those Attending the Game In-Person:
1. Masks MUST BE worn at all times!
2. With the exception of families sitting together – Social Distancing is highly recommended.
3. Each participant is allowed 2 spectators
a. Maximum of 75 spectators per team for Basketball.
b. Maximum of 50 spectators per team for Wrestling.
c. If your name is not on the Spectator List – You WILL NOT be Admitted into the game.
d. Tickets: $6.00 for Adults and $4.00 for Students
e. Doors for spectators will open 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.
4. Basketball Games
a. Home fans will purchase tickets at the Northwest Door.
b. Visiting fans will purchase tickets at the Northeast Door.
c. All Spectator Seating will be on the East Side of the gym – Areas will be designated.
5. Wrestling Matches (Triangular)
a. Home fans will purchase tickets at the Northwest Door and sit in the bleachers on the West side of the gym.
b. Visiting fans will purchase tickets at the Northeast Door and sit in their designated area on the East side of the gym.
c. Evening Schedule (Times are Tentative)
i. 4:00 PM: Warm-ups
1. Clean Mats after Warm-ups
ii. 5:00 PM:
1. Barnesville JV vs Team 1 JV
2. Barnesville Varsity vs Team 1 Varsity
3. Clean Mats following dual
iii. 6:15 PM
1. Team 1 JV vs Team 2 JV
2. Team 1 Varsity vs Team 2 Varsity
3. Clean Mats following dual
iv. 7:30 PM
1. Barnesville JV vs Team 2 JV
2. Barnesville Varsity Vs Team 2 Varsity
v. All JV and Varsity matches will be on the same mat.
6. Locker Rooms will be available for visiting teams.
7. No Concessions will be sold.
8. We ask that all fans exit the gym immediately following the game.
Thunderbird Wrestling Tomorrow in Glyndon
3:30 PM Weigh-in Both Sites
3:45 PM Bus Leaves Mahnomen
4:00 PM Bus Leaves Waubun
5:00 PM Arrive in Glyndon
5:15 PM Skin Checks
5:00 PM - DGF vs Greenbush
6:00 PMish - Greenbush vs MW
7:00 PMish - DGF vs MW
Grady was chosen for Student of the Month. His teacher, Mrs. Bement says, “I chose Grady for Student of the Month because of his positive attitude, enthusiasm, and excellent work ethic. Grady comes to school prepared and ready to learn each day. He works hard to complete all of his assignments in a timely manner and I'm incredibly proud of the gains he has been making throughout the school year. Grady's love for learning and respect towards others are characteristics that are both great examples to his peers and that I appreciate as a teacher! He puts a smile on my face daily and brings lots of joy to our classroom. We are so lucky to have you in our class Grady, keep on displaying all of these great characteristics and always continue to do your very best! I know that you will continue to do great things and I look forward to seeing what your future holds! Congratulations Grady - you make us proud!”
Grady’s favorite part of school is playing games with Mr. Kemper in gym class. Grady loves to sing Christmas songs and his favorite is Deck the Halls. Grady most likes to listen to the music when he is watching movies! His favorite food is cheesy puff corn. Yum!
Grady, you make our school a better place! Thank you for being you!
Paizlee was chosen for Student of the Month. Her teacher, Mrs. Bendson says, “Paizlee is a wonderful, creative, and energetic girl! She is smart and funny and silly. She is a great little dancer and loves to move and get her groove on! Pailzee is a great leader in the classroom and can often be heard reminding other students of routines and rules. She is kind and friendly and has lots of friends. You are wonderful in every way, Paiz! I am so happy I know you! ♥
Paizlee’s favorite part of school is playing house, painting, and coloring. Paizlee likes to play hide and seek and tag. She said her house has lots of good hiding spots. She also enjoys cleaning and organizing at home. Paizlee is most thankful for her mom. She is so beautiful and she takes her to special places. Paizlee really loves her mom!
Paizlee, your smile lights up our whole school! Keep up the good work!
Way to go Melanie on February student of the month!
Keep up the good work!
We are so proud of you!
Congrats to the boys basketball team on their outstanding win over Climax/Fisher last night!
Congrats to the Wrestling team on their victories last night: M/W 54 Breckenridge 33 M/W 47 Barnsville 30
Learning Model dashboard update as of 02/09/21!!
SENIORS: Ms.Price needs the seniors to submit their senior picture and baby pictures ASAP. No later than Friday, Frb. 26th… you can email or bring them in.
Tuesday
BBB in Mahnomen vs Climax/Fisher No B game, C at 6:00
WR at Barnesville
Thursday
GBB at Park Christian C at 5
JH BB in Waubun vs Fosston 4:30/5:30
Friday
BBB at Park Christian C at 5:00
WR at Glyndon
Saturday
Dance at Detroit Lakes
Congrats to the Girls Basketball team on their victory over Climax-Fisher last night
McKinley's name was randomly drawn during our school assembly. For her prize, she chose to have a Fancy Lunch complete with candles, flowers, and juice. We hope you felt pampered and loved!
2: 30 PM - Weigh-ins: Both Sites
2:45 PM - Bus leaves Mahnomen
3:00 PM - Bus leaves Waubun
4:15 PM - Arrive in Barnesville
4:30 PM - Skin Checks
5:00 PM Mahnomen/Waubun Thunderbirds vs Barnesville
6:15 PM (tentative) Mahnomen/Waubun Thunderbirds vs Breckenridge
7:30 PM (tentative) Barnesville vs Breckenridge
Valentine’s Day Spirit Week:
Monday: Pajama Day
Tuesday: Favorite Sports Team
Wednesday: Dress to Impress
Thursday: Thunderbird gear
Friday: Wear pink, red, purple or white
After School Activities: Cultural Activities (grades 4-12) and Credit Recovery (grades 9-12) MUST HAVE SIGNED PERMISSION SLIP TURNED IN TO ATTEND: Please do not wait for the end of the day to turn in your permission slip- get it to the office ASAP.
Congratulations to the 2021 SnoDaze Court:
7th: Caprina Francis & Hudson McArthur
8th: Brynn McArthur & Lukas Zima
9th: Madeline Bass & Malachi Brower
10th: Alaina Bevins & Curtis Lussier-Bellefeuille
11th: Nindonnis Englund & Sam Zima
12th: Alyssa Anderson, Carissa Englund & Carissa Kent ~ Cameron Keezer-Adams, Adam Kologi & Ryan Spider.
Sports & Activities
Monday
GBB in Mahnomen vs Climax/Fisher No C game, B at 6 (C team will practice in Mahnomen today)
JH BB at Audubon 4:30/5:30
Tuesday
BBB in Mahnomen vs Climax/Fisher No B game, C at 6:00
WR at Barnesville
Thursday
GBB at Park Christian C at 5
JH BB in Waubun vs Fosston 4:30/5:30
Friday
BBB at Park Christian C at 5:00
WR at Glyndon
Saturday
Dance at Detroit Lakes
Trevor's name was randomly selected during our school assembly. For his prize, he chose to do a special art project with Miss Skersick, the art teacher. They made a pendulum painting with Trevor's favorite color. What a neat project!!
Way to Go Carter! Keep up the great work
We encourage you to watch the following video as we dedicate and celebrate the naming of our Ogema Media Center to the Mary Dorman Media Center at Ogema School..
https://youtu.be/-vjMA7YvFLw
Dear Waubun Ogema White Earth Schools Community,
We are pleased to announce that our roll in process is going well. A reminder that our 7th through 9th grade students will be starting full, in person learning (Monday-Friday) on Monday, February 8th. Our 10th-12th graders will be rolled in on February 22nd.
To continue reading, please review the following link below.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XVIMoMG5XAy2XgqJ1W_sV6ocVw3j1HMjmEZqzJS_uMs/edit?usp=sharing
Jaycin was chosen for Student of the Month. His teacher, Mrs. Erickson says, “I chose Jaycin as Student of the Month for January! Jaycin is very deserving of this award! He shows respect to all of his teachers by listening and raising his hand to answer questions. He has such a kind heart, always willing to help his friends and cheer them on! Jaycin also goes above and beyond when completing his work in school, as well as when he was Distance Learning. I am so proud of you Jaycin, and am so glad to have you in my class!”
Jaycin’s favorite part of school is play time. He plays Treasure hunt with his friends. Jaycin is most thankful for playing with his friends. He likes to help his friends if they fall down. Jaycin can do front flip and back flips on the trampoline. His favorite food is beans!
Jaycin, thanks for being a great friend and leader!!
2021 SnoDaze Coronation will be held on Friday, February 26. Congratulations to these students for being selected to represent their class!
Wrestling Tonight in Thief River Falls:
6:00 PM
Live Stream:
We will have Garden Valley https://www.gvtel.com/video/livestream/
And also YouTube. Search Thief River Falls Wrestling.
Wrestling Friday:
We will have Garden Valley https://www.gvtel.com/video/livestream/
And also YouTube. Search Thief River Falls Wrestling.
Boys Basketball Livestream:
Garden Valley
https://www.gvtel.com/video/livestream/
Sports & Activities
Friday
Girls BBall @ Waubun vs LPA. C at 5:00, B and varsity to follow
Boys bb at Red Lake Falls. No C team B at 6:00
Wrestling @ TRF
Saturday
Dance @ Bagley
Brave was chosen for Student of the Month. His teacher, Mr. Lenzen says, “Brave is an outstanding student and an even kinder person. Brave goes above and beyond when having empathy for others. He strives to complete his work in a timely manner and also provides guidance and support for his fellow classmates. Brave continually displays all areas of Thunderbird PRIDE throughout the school setting. Congratulations on being selected student of the month Brave!”
Brave is most thankful for his friends and family. They are nice to him and care about him. He is most proud that he is athletic and he can make friends easily. He likes football and basketball the most. Brave says he is willing to play anything if someone asks him! Brave’s favorite food and drink is pizza and Sprite.
Brave, you have the kindest personality and genuine concern for others. Never lose your spark!
Congratulations Junior High Knowledge Bowl teams for their 4th and 6th place finishes at their first meet!
Kyson was chosen for Student of the Month. His teacher, Mrs. Jorud says, “Kyson is a joy to have in class. He is always so eager to engage in the lesson or activity for the day. He is always smiling and pleasant and does not have a mean bone in his body. Kyson always treats others with kindness. If more people approached life with the positive and kind attitude of Kyson Luedtke, the world would be so much better off.”
Kyson is most thankful for helping people and showing Thunderbird pride. He enjoys helping younger kids in the school. He is most proud of himself because he helps people if they need it. He is always positive and kind! Kyson can do a backflip on the trampoline. Kyson likes riding bike, playing with his siblings, sledding, swimming, and running in the sprinkler.
Wow, Kyson you are an amazing person! Keep up the good work!
Dominic was chosen for Student of the Month. His teacher, Miss Stalberger says, “Dominic has incredible critical thinking and problem solving skills. He always digs deeper to make learning more meaningful, valuable, and rewarding. He isn’t afraid to push himself with something new and challenging! Dominic is a blast to have in class, too! He loves to laugh, joke, and have a good time! Dominic is a joy to have!”
Dominic is most proud that he encourages others and checks to see if they are lonely and want to play with him. He loves to play with new friends. Dominic is thankful that everybody can have fun at school. He loves to play outside and snowmobile with his cousins. He has a fast 4 wheeler at home that goes ‘very, very fast’ if you loosen the screw enough!
Dominic, you give the best air hugs!! We love you!!
Hadley was chosen for Student of the Month. Her teacher, Miss Ring says, “I have LOVED having Hadley in class! She is such a sweetheart and an outstanding role model for others. Hadley is respectful, thoughtful, very smart, brave, outgoing, creative, and a leader. She is an awesome friend to everyone and she is always willing to lend a helping hand. She makes positive choices and does many things without being asked. Hadley raises her hand often and she always participates in class discussions. She goes above and beyond on all of her work and I am so proud of her! She also has such a beautiful singing voice that can make anyone smile! :) Congratulations, Hadley! Keep shining your light!”
Hadley is most proud of herself because she does well in school, works hard, is kind, and follows the rules. She is most thankful for her friends, family, and teachers. Her friends play with her. Her family plays games. Her teachers teach her really well. Hadley can do the splits, cartwheels, and lift one leg up off the ground while the other stays put. She loves dancing and singing, “Lost Boy”. Hadley has a cat at home and her nickname is Luna Tuna!
Hadley, you are a joy to have in Ogema Elementary!!
Emmmitt was chosen for Student of the Month. His teacher, Mrs. Skersick says, “Emmitt has been an amazing student. He always comes to class every day prepared and ready to go with all supplies. He has been doing an outstanding job of getting his assignments completed and turned in. He is a very good friend and has amazing conversations with his classmates and is always willing to help them out. Emmitt is an outstanding reader and can have wonderful conversations about a book he is currently reading. I am so grateful to have Emmitt as part of my class this year. Keep up the amazing work Emmitt and keep sharing those amazing stories.”
Emmitt is most proud because he helps his friends a lot and does lots of work. His favorite part of school is recess. He loves to play tag. At home, Emmitt likes to play video games. Emmitt is most thankful for his whole life, especially his friends and family.
We love you at Ogema school!!
5:00 PM M/W Thunderbirds vs Park Rapids6:00 PM Park Rapids vs Fosston/Bagley7:00 PM M/W Thunderbirds vs Fosston/BagleyLive Stream will be through Facebook Live on the Mahnomen High School Web Page.https://www.mahnomen.k12.mn.us/o/mahnomen-isd-432
Sports & Activities
Thursday
Boys BBall @ Waubun vs LPA. C at 5, B and varsity to follow
Wrestling @ Mahnomen vs Park Rapids and Bagley/Fosston
Friday
Girls BBall @ Waubun vs LPA. C at 5:00, B and varsity to follow
Boys bb at Red Lake Falls. No C team B at 6:00
Wrestling @ TRF
Saturday
Dance @ Bagley
SENIORS: Ms.Price needs the seniors to submit their senior picture and baby pictures ASAP. No later than Friday, Frb. 26th… you can email or bring them in.
Dear Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Families:
Happy Winter,
With the upcoming dangerously cold weather we are asking that students are dressed appropriately. Please make sure they are wearing boots, hats, mittens or gloves, warm jackets and snow pants if available. On the bus routes, it is possible in extreme circumstances that a student may be sent back into the house to get dressed in winter gear and end up having to be driven in by parents. We need to work together to keep our children safe and dressed to match the weather.
Our main concern is the safety of our students. Please help us maintain their safety. Beyond the dangerously cold weather that is impending, during the winter months it is important that our students come appropriately dressed so that they may enjoy outside recess when the weather permits. We appreciate your cooperation with us and look forward to continuing our work together as One Team with One Goal of student success.
Thank you,
Waubun Ogema White Earth Administration Team
Wrestling Tomorrow in Mahnomen:
5:00 PM M/W Thunderbirds vs Park Rapids
6:00 PM Park Rapids vs Fosston/Bagley
7:00 PM M/W Thunderbirds vs Fosston/Bagley
Wrestling Friday in Thief River Falls:
The match between M/W and Thief River Falls has been moved from Saturday February 6th to Friday February 5th at 6:00 PM.
Our January The Seven Grandfather Teachings Awards: January was WISDOM- Nbwaakaawin: The Beaver
To cultivate knowledge is to know wisdom, which helps us make decisions that honor our well-being. This is represented by the beaver, who patiently uses his impressive teeth and creative mind to build sustainable communities. Be humble in knowing where you excel and what your limits are, and collaborate with others who have expertise you may lack.
The beaver represents wisdom because he uses his natural gift wisely for his survival, and changes his environment in an way that best suits his life and the life of his community. Like the beaver, we must realize that everyone has something to offer and skills that they can share with others. We must work hard to open our ears and our minds and respect our teachers, our parents, and others who want to share their wisdom with us. When we understand that everyone has something to share, we gain wisdom and become better people.
Congrats to the Girls Basketball team for their outstanding win over Park Chrisian last night. GO THUNDERBIRDS!
Sports & Activities
Tuesday
JH boys BBall @ Park Christian (Lutheran Church of the Good Shepard) 4:30/5:30
Thursday
Boys BBall @ Waubun vs LPA. C at 5, B and varsity to follow
Wrestling @ Mahnomen vs Park Rapids and Bagley/Fosston
Friday
Girls BBall @ Waubun vs LPA. C at 5:00, B and varsity to follow
Boys bb at Red Lake Falls. No C team B at 6:00
Saturday
Dance @ Bagley
Wrestling @ TRF
Next Week is Valentine’s Day Spirit Week:
Monday: Pajama Day
Tuesday: Favorite Sports Team
Wednesday: Dress to Impress
Thursday: Thunderbird gear
Friday: Wear pink, red, purple or white
POSTING
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth District #435 is seeking a Part-Time Food Service Worker for the Waubun site. The candidate should have a High School Diploma or Equivalent and be willing to obtain their Safe Serve Certification within three (3) months of hire. This position is responsible for providing a wide variety of support including: food preparation, serving and clean-up. Starting wage is $14.10 an hour.
Applications can be picked up at the Waubun District Office or found online at www.waubun.k12.mn.us. Please send letter of interest and application to: District #435 Attn: Deb Lewis at PO Box 98, Waubun, MN 56589 or call 218-473-6119 or email debl@waubun.k12.mn.us. Open until filled. EOE
Sports & Activities
Monday
Girls BBall @ Waubun vs Park Christian. C at 5, B 6, Varsity to follow
JH Boys BBall @ Mahnomen vs Ada. 4:30/5:30
Tuesday
JH boys BBall @ Park Christian (Lutheran Church of the Good Shepard) 4:30/5:30
Thursday
Boys BBall @ Waubun vs LPA. C at 5, B and varsity to follow
Wrestling @ Mahnomen vs Park Rapids and Bagley/Fosston
Friday
Girls BBall @ Waubun vs LPA. C at 5:00, B and varsity to follow
Boys bb at Red Lake Falls. No C team B at 6:00
Saturday
Dance @ Bagley
Wrestling @ TRF
Hello all,
This year our 1st-3rd grade students will be participating in Jump Rope for Heart. Each day for gym class our students will be practicing their jump rope skills along with learning about what the heart does for our bodies and how the heart works. Students who decided to participate in the donation side of this activity took home a jump rope for heart envelope. These envelopes need to be returned Feb. 12, to Mr. Kemper. If you are able to, you can also access Jump rope for heart via the app Kids heart challenge or go to heart.org/KHC.
If you have any questions please contact Mr. Kemper.
General notification for families that a person in the school/child care/youth program community tested positive for COVID-19
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School Sunday, January 31, 2021 Dear Families,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) that a member of the Waubun Ogema- White Earth Public School community has tested positive for COVID-19. It is possible the person was able to spread the disease while in the community on this/these date(s) 1/21 amd 1/22. We cannot for privacy reasons share details about the person. At this time, they have been told to stay home and away from other people (in isolation) until they are well and can no longer spread the disease.
We have worked with MDH and White Earth Public Health to identify those who were in close contact with the person who tested positive for COVID-19, and have told them directly to stay home and/or to work from home for 7-14 days, even if they have a negative COVID-19 test during that time. This is how long it can take to show signs of the disease.
If you have not been contacted, your child is not considered a close contact, and there is nothing special you need to do.
Because the spread of COVID-19 from unknown sources is widespread in Minnesota, you should continue to watch your child for COVID-19 symptoms, which include:
▪ Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher
▪ New cough or a cough that gets worse
▪ Difficulty/hard time breathing
▪ New loss of taste or smell
▪ Sore throat
▪ New nasal congestion/stuffy or runny nose
▪ Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
▪ Muscle pain
▪ Extreme fatigue/feeling very tired
▪ New severe/very bad headache
▪ Chills
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GENERAL NOTIFICATION FOR FAMILIES
If your child gets symptoms, they should stay home and you should talk with their doctor or other health care provider to decide if they need to see a doctor and/or to get tested for COVID-19. Please review the following resources:
▪ Home Screening Tool for COVID-19 Symptoms (PDF)
(https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/homescreen.pdf)
▪ COVID-19 Attendance Guide for Parents and Families (PDF)
(https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/attendance.pdf)
We understand that this news may make people feel uneasy. We have taken action to clean and sanitize the building and are working closely with MDH to watch the situation. We are asking all members of our community to lower the chance of spreading illness by taking the following actions:
▪ Protect yourself and others by wearing a face covering.
▪ Wash your hands often with soap and water.
▪ Cover your coughs and sneezes; do not touch your face with unwashed hands. ▪ If you are sick, stay home from school, child care, sports, and other activities.
▪ Clean all commonly touched surfaces often, such as telephones, doorknobs, countertops, etc. Resources that you may find helpful:
▪ MDH Coronavirus Disease 2019 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html)
▪ MDH Schools and Child Care: COVID-19
(https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/index.html) ▪ CDC Coronavirus (COVID-19) (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218- 473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
W.O.W.E is so excited to start rolling in more of our students!
With that being said, we ask that you please read the document that is provided in the link below!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1chmojV4UsNyI90zmhCD3z7i18YwmUpr1Nlv9YInnFY0/edit?usp=sharing
There was an issue with the previous survey but the issue has been corrected
Please click the following link below to fill out the 7-12th Grade Returning in person Survey
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqZ30-FDh8eCQ4RvuyESNLNfPqUteUbN_Z3IT4bAIPKeB8TQ/viewform
Dear Waubun Ogema White Earth Community (Parents/Guardians of 7th-12th Graders):
I am pleased to announce that we will continue rolling in our grades to our district. The current plan is to bring 7th - 9th grade students in to full In Person Learning on February 8th, 2021.
Please see Link below to continue reading!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GqJ774EbVjaH-ZrMx1Up1RbdmXrnKb5_knzwww4RAxE/edit?usp=sharing
Sports & Activities
Friday
Girls BBall @ Waubun vs Ada - C team at 4:30 or 5 TBD, B at 6, varsity to follow
JH boys BBall vs NCE-UH at Hitterdahl. 4:30 and 5:30
Saturday
Dance at Pelican Rapids - 4:00
Today is the last chance to get your 2020-21 yearbook personalized! Follow this link now to order your personalized 2020-21 yearbook: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1061954/Waubun-High-School/2021-Yearbook/20201010042517177115/CATALOG_SHOP/
Thursday
Boys BBall in Waubun vs Ada - C at 5
Friday
Girls BBall @ Waubun vs Ada - C team at 4:30 or 5 TBD, B at 6, varsity to follow
JH boys BBall vs NCE-UH at Hitterdahl. 4:30 and 5:30
Saturday
Dance at Pelican Rapids - 4:00
Girls Basketball practice is in Mahnomen tonight
James was chosen for Student of the Month. His teacher, Mrs. Johnson says, “James has been working really hard on his work and doing his spelling words each week! James is so enthusiastic and excited to see all his teachers everyday, it's so refreshing! His handwriting has improved so much, and he's working so hard on his reading and math. James loves to sing and dance with his teachers in his google meets!”
Abraham was chosen as a Student of the Month. His teacher, Mrs. Bendson says, “Abraham works so hard and is always prepared for class. He is quiet and shy but became such a leader during Distance Learning, coming to class ready for the day, sharing with his classmates about his life, and always submitting his best work. Abraham is smart and kind and funny and wonderful in every way. I am so happy to have been your teacher, Abraham! Keep up the great work in Distance Learning!!”
Brennen was chosen as Student of the Month. His teacher, Mrs. Peterson says, “I have enjoyed having Brennen in class. He has an excitement for learning and has been giving Distance Learning his all. He participates each day and works hard to complete all his assignments. He is always supportive and encouraging of his classmates, even through the computer! Keep up the great work, Brennen!”
Great work, Brennen!! We are so proud of you!
Sports & Activities
Thursday
Boys BBall in Waubun vs Ada - C at 5
Friday
Girls BBall @ Waubun vs Ada - C team at 4:30 or 5 TBD, B at 6, varsity to follow
JH boys BBall vs NCE-UH at Hitterdahl. 4:30 and 5:30
Saturday
Dance at Pelican Rapids - 4:00
Congrats to the boys basketball team on their victory over Bagley last night!
Coming Soon: After School Indian Education Program and Activities. Grades 4-12. Programs offered will be: Credit Recovery (grades 9-12), Cultural Art and Activities (Ribbon Skirt making, beading, etc) and Quiz Bowl. Parent Permission slips will be handed out soon- Space is limited due to COVID restrictions so a permission slip MUST BE TURNED IN! Program starts February 8th and will run Mon-Thurs
Please help us celebrate the Ogema Media Center's Dedication
in honor of Mary Dorman.
She was the Ogema Elementary Librarian for 32 Years! She will be loved and missed always.
Thunderbird Wrestling in Fertile Tonight
$5 dollars a spectator, into a drop bucket, no change back, bring the correct amount.
Barnesville vs. FB at 5:30pm
Barnesville vs. M/W at 6:30pm
FB vs. M/W at 7:30pm
Elementary basketball for boys in grades 4-6 will start on Wednesday in Mahnomen and will run from 6:30-8:00. Transportation will not be provided.
Sports & Activities
Tuesday
Boys BBall at Bagley - C at 5, B at 6, varsity to follow
Wrestling at Fertile - 6:30 and 7:30
eth was chosen as Student of the Month. Their teacher Mrs. Brininger said, “Seth is a wonderful student! As a distance learner, Seth attended all meets and always participated with enthusiasm. Seth is kind, polite, and works hard every day. I am lucky to have Seth in my class!”
Seth really likes playtime at school. Seth likes to play magnets and build castles. Seth likes to play games, like Minecraft, at home. Seth is most thankful for their mom because she loves Seth the most!
Seth, your smile lights up our school! Keep up the great work!
Coraleigh was chosen as Student of the Month. Her teacher, Mrs. Erickson says, “I chose Coraleigh as Student of the Month for December. She is very deserving of this award, as she is always ready to learn on our Google Meets. She shows up early for class, and is always well prepared with her supplies ready to go. Coraleigh is such a sweet, thoughtful, kind girl and is wonderful in every way! She is a great leader, always showing respect towards her teachers and classmates. She is wonderful at following the rules, and is always there to lend a helping hand to her classmates if needed. Congratulations, Coraleigh! I am so proud of you, and am so lucky to have you in my class!”
Coraleigh is most thankful for helping everyone. She helps them figure things out. Coraleigh likes to play on the swingset during recess time. She likes to play with her sister at home. They like to play magnets together. Coraleigh considers herself a peek-a-boo expert!
Coraleigh, you are so kind and generous! Thank you for being you!
Kenzie was chosen as Student of the Month. Her teacher, Mrs. Erickson says, “I chose Kenzie as Student of the Month for December. Kenzie is very deserving of this award for multiple reasons. She goes above and beyond to complete her work in a timely manner, and is always trying her best. She joins our class Google Meets with a smile, and a "ready to learn" manner. Kenzie always has a warm smile, and is such a great leader and helper towards others. Congratulations, Kenzie! I am so proud of you, and am so lucky to have you in my class.”
Kenzie loves to play dinosaurs at school. At home, he loves to play ‘school’. She also loves to color on her toy dogs, Rexi-poo and Quiggle-poo. Kenzie is most thankful for playing with her friends and family. Kenzie’s favorite trick is to jump off the couch into Emma’s arms. Then she goes upside down and does a somersault or a headstand! Wow!
Kenzie you are a hard worker and a kind friend! We love you at Ogema School!
The girls basketball game will be on Garden valley TV tonight.
Michael was chosen for Student of the Month. His teacher, Mrs. Jorud says, “Michael has been working hard on his schoolwork during online learning. He cares about doing well and has a quiet confidence that I love to have in class. Michael is a kind, considerate student who doesn’t bring a lot of attention to himself. He has worked hard at being consistent during distant learning and it has proven to pay off! His quiet demeanor and sweet disposition is a great example to his peers. What a nice young man and a true pleasure to have in class!”
Keep up the hard work, Michael!!
Wrestling tonight in Crookston will be covered by KROX live-streamed and on the radio tonight.
The streaming can be found on kroxam.com and click on the blue KROX Video Stream button on the right hand side of the page.
6:00 PM Crookston vs Pelican Rapids
To Follow (About 7:00 PM) Pelican Rapids vs Mahnomen/Waubun
To Follow (About 8:00 PM) Crookston vs Mahnomen/Waubun
Wrestling Livestream for tonight:
The streaming can be found on kroxam.com and click on the blue KROX Video Stream button on the right hand side of the page.
Elementary basketball for boys in grades 4-6 will start on Wednesday in Mahnomen and will run from 6:30-8:00. Transportation will not be provided.
Sports & Activities
No junior high boys basketball practice today.
Monday
Girls BBall at Bagley - Varsity only at 7:00
Wrestling at Crookston - 7:00 and 8:00- Wrestlers will ride the activity bus to Mahnomen
Tuesday
Boys BBall at Bagley - C at 5, B at 6, varsity to follow
Wrestling at Fertile - 6:30 and 7:30
Naiah was chosen for Student of the Month. Her teacher Mrs. Skersick says, “Naiah has been an amazing Distance learning student. She always comes to every google meeting early and ready to go with all supplies. She has been doing an outstanding job of getting his assignments completed and turned in in a timely manner . Every assignment is always completed. She is a very good friend and sticks around to talk or help out her friends with questions.. Naiah always makes sure to ask for help when she needs it. . I am so grateful to have Naiah as part of my class this year. Keep up the amazing work Naiah and keep sharing all the kindness, stories and smiles.”
Way to go, Naiah!!! You make us so proud!
Elementary Wrestling practice starts next Friday at 6:00 in Waubun.
Wrestling Tuesday in Fertile
4:00-4:10 PM Weigh-ins
4:45 PM Leave Mahnomen for Fertile
5:15 PM Arrive at Fertile
5:30 PM Skin Checks
Barnesville Vs. Fertile-Beltrami @ 5:30pm
Barnesville Vs. Mahnomen/Waubun to follow
Fertile-Beltrami Vs. Mahnomen/Waubun to follow
Fertile-Beltrami matches will be broadcast on Garden Valley on TV and through streaming. Fans that live outside of the GVTV area, can create a streaming account for as little as $5. https://www.gvtel.com/video/livestream/ This would give them access to Win-E-Mac, Bagley, Fertile, Fosston, GGG, RLC, RLF, RLCC, & TRF games/matches.
Wrestling Monday in Crookston
4:00-4:10 PM Weigh-ins
5:00 PM Leave Mahnomen for Crookston
6:15 PM Arrive at Crookston
6:30 PM Skin Checks
6:00 Crookston vs Pelican Rapids
to follow: Pelican Rapids vs Mahnomen/Waubun (about 7:00)
to follow: Crookston vs Mahnomen/Waubun (about 8:00)
Announcing our December Seven Grandfathers Teaching Awards!
Students nominated by staff for showing Bravery/Courage.
Attention Ogema Families: A reminder to use the designated student drop off area in the morning when dropping off your child. We have had congestion issues in the bus lane causing safety concerns.
Ogema Drop Off Procedure:
Drive to the upper parking lot, and then turn to the lower parking lot by the garage/dumpsters on the northwest side of the school. There are designated areas for drive through, drop off and parking near the main doors. Students should exit on the passenger side of the vehicle and use the sidewalk to walk into/out of the main entrance of the building.
Do NOT park in front of the school when dropping off as that is where the bus lane is. Our buses have a staggered schedule and we need the bus lane open between 7:45-8:30 daily.
Thank you for your help in keeping our students safe as they arrive at school!
Notice from MDE on Pandemic-EBT Benefits
To submit an application online please go to:
https://www.lunchapplication.com
Tonight's Girls Basketball Stream
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx6FuKNbL3_-8VQ-om3G3Cw
Katie was chosen as Student of the Month. Her teacher, Miss Ring says, “Katie is full of joy and wonderful in every way! She is kind, very smart, brave, creative, and she can make anyone smile and laugh! She is also an outstanding student. Katie does an amazing job on all of her assignments and she attends and participates in our Google Meets. Katie always brings out the best in others and she is so fun to be around. I am so grateful to have Katie as part of my class this year. Congratulations, Katie! Keep shining your light and being YOU!”
Katie is most proud that she gets to go back to school full time. Katie likes doing math and reading the most in school. Katie is most thankful for food. She likes pizza and tacos the most. Katie likes to play with her cousins when she is at home. They like to play dress up and be princesses or unicorns!
Katie, you are kind, thoughtful, and smart! We love you at Ogema Elementary!
Skylar was chosen for Student of the Month. Her teacher, Mrs. Bement says, “I chose Skylar for student of the month because of her sincerity, kindness, and respect to name a few. Skylar raises her hand often and participates in class discussions. When she answers questions, she goes above and beyond by putting a lot of thought into her answers and giving detailed responses. She often thinks about others as she is very considerate and kind-hearted. Skylar is an outstanding role model, always making positive choices and showing respect to everyone. We are lucky to have you in our class Skylar – keep on being amazing and doing great things!”
Skylar feels most proud of herself when she is the queen and is picked for student of the month. Skylar said she was chosen because of her kindness towards others. Skylar is most thankful for her family because they give kindness to everyone. She likes to do crafts at home, take naps, and play games. Card games are her favorite. Skylar likes to play outside in the snow!
You are amazing, Skylar!! Keep up the great work!
Madelyn was chosen as Student of the Month. Her teacher, Miss Stalberger says, “I LOVE having Madelyn in class this year! Her enthusiasm and energy for life and learning is absolutely contagious! I love watching her reactions and expressions during storytime and lessons. She gives 110% with everything that she does and never gives up! We are so incredibly lucky to have her in 1st grade this year!”
Madelyn is most proud of herself for being student of the month. She is most thankful for her teacher, Miss Stalberger. Madelyn shares that Miss S is super kind to her. Madelyn loves doing her homework at home, especially writing her letters.
Way to go, Madelyn! We are so proud of you!!
Last chance to get your yearbook personalized! Follow this link now through next Friday, Jan. 29th to order your personalized 2020-21 yearbook: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1061954/Waubun-High-School/2021-Yearbook/20201010042517177115/CATALOG_SHOP/
Sports & Activities
Thursday
Girls Basketball at Twin Valley. C team at 5, B 6, varsity to follow
JH boys Basketball in Mahnomen vs Lake Park. 7th 4:30, 8th 5:30
Saturday
Dance at Hawley. TBD
Boys Basketball in Waubun vs New York Mills. C at B at 11:00am (TIME CHANGE), Varsity after.
Junior High Boys basketball game will be streamed LIVE tonight on the Mahnomen High School Facebook page.
Update to our dashboard!
Way to Go Tazhia! Keep up the good work!
Are you an introvert who wants to be more outgoing? Are you an extrovert looking for a place to
channel your energy and enthusiasm? Do you like to create voices and characters when you read aloudin class or to siblings? Do you like to perform? To learn? To teach? If you answered YES to any of these questions, you should look into joining the Waubun Speech Team!
Interested students should contact Mrs. Dady for more information!
Congrats to the Thunderbird Boys Basketball on their victory over NCE/UH last night!
Congrats to the Thunderbird Girls Basketball on their victory over Win-E-Mac last night!
Healthy Children Learn Better ! Are all your children's shots up to date?
Live Steam for the wrestling duals in Fosston tonight:
SCHEDULE:
5:00 Fosston/Bagley vs. Roseau
6:15 Mahnomen/Waubun vs. Roseua
7:30 Fosston/Bagley vs. Mahnomen/Waubun
Streaming: Facebook Fosston/Bagley Brawlers:
https://www.facebook.com/brawlerwrestling
You do not need a facebook account to watch.
We will stream all 3 matches (JV and Varsity)
Live Steam for the wrestling duals in Fosston tonight:
SCHEDULE:
5:00 Fosston/Bagley vs. Roseau
6:15 Mahnomen/Waubun vs. Roseua
7:30 Fosston/Bagley vs. Mahnomen/Waubun
Streaming: Facebook Fosston/Bagley Brawlers:
https://www.facebook.com/brawlerwrestling
You do not need a facebook account to watch.
We will stream all 3 matches (JV and Varsity)
General notification for families that a person in the school program community tested positive for COVID-19
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School Saturday, January 16, 2021
Dear Families,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) that a member of the Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School community has tested positive for COVID-19. No dates have been identified for potential school community spread. We cannot for privacy reasons share details about the person. At this time, they are staying home and/or working at home until they are well and can no longer spread the disease.
We have worked with MDH and local public health to identify those who were in close contact with the person who tested positive for COVID-19, and no close contacts have been identified in our school community.
If you have not been contacted, your child is not considered a close contact, and there is nothing special you need to do.
Because the spread of COVID-19 from unknown sources is widespread in Minnesota, you should continue to watch your child for COVID-19 symptoms, which include:
Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher
New cough or a cough that gets worse
Difficulty/hard time breathing
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
New nasal congestion/stuffy or runny nose
Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Muscle pain
Extreme fatigue/feeling very tired
New severe/very bad headache
Chills
If your child gets symptoms, they should stay home and you should talk with their doctor or other health care provider to decide if they need to see a doctor and/or to get tested for COVID-19. Please review the following resources:
Home Screening Tool for COVID-19 Symptoms (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/homescreen.pdf)
COVID-19 Attendance Guide for Parents and Families (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/attendance.pdf)
We understand that this news may make people feel uneasy. We have taken action to clean and sanitize the building and are working closely with MDH to watch the situation. We are asking all members of our community to lower the chance of spreading illness by taking the following actions:
Protect yourself and others by wearing a face covering.
Wash your hands often with soap and water.
Cover your coughs and sneezes; do not touch your face with unwashed hands.
If you are sick, stay home from school, child care, sports, and other activities.
Clean all commonly touched surfaces often, such as telephones, doorknobs, countertops, etc.
Resources that you may find helpful:
MDH Coronavirus Disease 2019 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html)
MDH Schools
and Child Care: COVID-19 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/index.html)
CDC Coronavirus (COVID-19) (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
If you have questions, contact Mina Spalla, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Sports & Activities
Tuesday
Boys Basketball at Ulen. C team at 5, B 6, varsity to follow
Girls Basketball in Mahnomen vs Winemac B at 6, varsity to follow. C team TBD
Wrestling at Fosston. 6:15 and 7:30
Thursday
Girls Basketball at Twin Valley. C team at 5, B 6, varsity to follow
JH boys Basketball in Mahnomen vs Lake Park. 7th 4:30, 8th 5:30
Saturday
Dance at Hawley. TBD
Boys Basketball in Waubun vs New York Mills. C at B at noon, Varsity after.
Wrestling for tonight livestream: https://www.facebook.com/brawlerwrestling
Welcome Back WOWE students!
Just a friendly reminder of what our January Calendar looks like!
100th WIN
On Saturday, January 16th, senior, Garret Eiynck recorded his 100th win with the Mahnomen/Waubun Thunderbirds. He pinned the wrestler from Border West (Wheaton-Herman-Clinton-Graceville) in the first period. “I’m just glad we got to wrestle this year.” Garret said. “It was really hard ending the year last year with 99 wins.”
Garret has become the 18th winningest wrestler in Mahnomen/Waubun wrestling. “He still has a whole season to go” coach Short said. “If he has a good year, and we do not have any cancellations, he could move up to the 6-7th spot.”
Congratulations Garret.
Wrestling Thursday January 19th in Fosston
5:00 - Fosston/Bagley Vs. Roseau
6:15 - Mahnomen/Waubun Thunderbirds vs. Roseau
7:30 - Fosston/Bagley vs. Mahnomen/Waubun Thunderbirds
Jaelyn was chosen as Student of the Month. Her teacher, Mrs. Oertwich says, “I chose Jaelyn as my student of the month for December. Jaelyn is responsible, gets her work done as soon as possible, and asks for help when needed. She often asks for extra work and wanted work to do over Christmas break. Jaelyn approaches everything with a positive attitude and prides herself on her work. Not only does Jaelyn do her best and challenge herself academically, she consistently displays empathy to her classmates when they need extra academic support and encourages them when they are down. Keep being a great leader, Jaelyn.”
Jaelyn is most thankful for fishing with her family: Daddy, Mommy, Dustin, Erin, Jordan, Kimber, and Kase. She said Dustin catches the biggest fish and she catches the smallest fish. Jaelyn’s favorite part of school is playing hide and seek at recess with her friends. She also loves riding on the scooter in gym class. Jaelyn loves to play Subway Surfers on her iPad and likes to play dolls at home. Jaelyn can do cartwheels, somersaults, swing on the bar, walk on the balance beam, and the splits at gymnastics class! Wow!
Jaelyn you are amazing!!! We love you at Ogema Elementary!
Wrestling live stream link for Saturday https://youtu.be/doRAg94AU7M
The wrestling duals will be live streamed tomorrow, January 16th.
12:00 PM Wadena-Deer Creek vs Border West (Wheaton-Herman-Norcross)
1:15 PM Thunderbirds vs Border West
2:30 PM Thunderbirds vs Wadena-Deer Creek
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=doRAg94AU7M
ANNOUNCEMENT: The Dance competition in Frazee is cancelled today.
Third graders got to learn from and speak to NASA Space Launch System educators today on a virtual field trip! They spoke about the Artemis mission (Getting humans to Mars with a first stop at the moon!) They provided us with great information and conversation about the different jobs at NASA and they sent us bookmarks and stickers for the students!
Here is the link for the livestream for the dance competition tomorrow in Frazee.
https://www.facebook.com/frazeehornets
The wrestling triangular with Wadena-Deer Creek and Border West has been cancelled for tonight due to weather. It has been rescheduled for Saturday, January 16th.
First: Regular Practice Tonight (Thursday), Friday and Monday.
Weigh-ins Saturday 10:30 AM in Mahnomen (about)
Bus Leave Mahnomen 10:45-11:00 AM
Arrives in Wadena at 12:30 PM (latest)
Skin Checks 12:45 PM (latest)
Warm-up 1:00 to 1:15 PM
Triangular Schedule
Border West vs. Mahnomen/Waubun 1:15 PM
WDC vs. Mahnomen/Waubun 2:30 PM
There will be no concessions, and each wrestler is allowed 2 spectators.
ATTENTION THUNDERBIRD FANS: The wrestling matches for tonight (Thursday) in Wadena have been moved to Saturday. Matches will be at 1:15 and 2:30
The boys and girls basketball games at Fertile will be live streamed through Garden Valley Communications. If you are not a subscriber, you will need to subscribe. The fee is $5 for 30 days. Go to gvtel.com to sign up or for more information.
Thurnderbird Home Game Policies for Spectators
No school Reminder!
Meal Delivery Reminder
Starting next Monday, January 18th, the school district will no longer be able to provide home delivery of meals. We will be moving once again to pick up sites. Site options are the Ogema School, Waubun School and White Earth Community Center parking lot. If you are wanting to continue to receive meals please fill out the new registration at https://forms.gle/YpGuoQhLfx6Qjmwn8
Thank you!
This is a self-study learning group with monthly meetings to review activities, cover any questions you may have, review upcoming lessons, showcase your photography and make connections with others who are interested in photography.
Contact Rebekah at radonner@umn.edu for more information and registration information.
MEAL SERVICE UPDATE
Due to our learning format changing on 1/19/21, offsite meals will once again be delivered using pick up sites. We will no longer have the ability to deliver to homes. Sites are the Ogema and Waubun School on Mondays from 4:30-5:30pm. And if enough need, the White Earth community center parking lot on Mondays from 5-5:30pm. Please submit your new registration by 1/12/21 to give food service staff enough time prepare. Thank you!
https://forms.gle/CZoNDwyuEXc7Lz5i9
Dear Waubun Ogema White Earth Public Schools Community:
Happy New Year! We are so excited to be transitioning to our new learning format on January 19th, 2021. Just as a reminder, our Early Childhood students, Kindergarten and First Grade students will be coming to full time in person learning in Ogema (unless you would like to have your student(s) in distance learning) and our Fourth Grade, Fifth Grade and Sixth Grade students will be returning to in person learning in Waubun (unless you would like to have your student(s) in distance learning). If you haven’t done the Return to School Survey please do so at your earliest convenience or phone either school office so that we can gather your information.
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Congratulations to our January Senior of the Month: Katelyn Keezer. WELL DONE KATELYN!
Jayla was chosen for Student of the Month. Her teacher, Mr. Lenzen says, “Jayla showed outstanding academic determination when completing assignments while working at school. She showed her teachers positive choices and respect while working. Her positive attitude while completing her assignments provided an enjoyable work environment.”
Jayla likes making slime at school. She also loves learning multiplication facts in math class. Jayla most loves when she gets to see her dad. Jayla can do many tricks including handstands and cartwheels. Jayla considers herself an expert fry bread maker as she has learned the secret recipe from her grandma! Yummy!
Jayla, you are kind, hardworking, and friendly! We love you at Ogema Elementary!
Way to go McKenna !!! We are so proud of you on becoming Student of the Month !! Keep up the amazing work kiddo !!
Important Wrestling Information!!
Please review the following link provided below!!!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZnqxVEoVmXpQ_ustREq1z_6qUEgz0CdQvcABn7XBP6c/edit?usp=sharing
General notification for families that a person in the school program community tested positive for COVID-19
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School Wednesday, December 30, 2020
Dear Families,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) that a member of the Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School community has tested positive for COVID-19. No dates have been identified for potential school community spread. We cannot for privacy reasons share details about the person. At this time, they are staying home and/or working at home until they are well and can no longer spread the disease.
We have worked with MDH and local public health to identify those who were in close contact with the person who tested positive for COVID-19, and no close contacts have been identified in our school community.
If you have not been contacted, your child is not considered a close contact, and there is nothing special you need to do.
Because the spread of COVID-19 from unknown sources is widespread in Minnesota, you should continue to watch your child for COVID-19 symptoms, which include:
Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher
New cough or a cough that gets worse
Difficulty/hard time breathing
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
New nasal congestion/stuffy or runny nose
Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Muscle pain
Extreme fatigue/feeling very tired
New severe/very bad headache
Chills
If your child gets symptoms, they should stay home and you should talk with their doctor or other health care provider to decide if they need to see a doctor and/or to get tested for COVID-19. Please review the following resources:
Home Screening Tool for COVID-19 Symptoms (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/homescreen.pdf)
COVID-19 Attendance Guide for Parents and Families (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/attendance.pdf)
We understand that this news may make people feel uneasy. We have taken action to clean and sanitize the building and are working closely with MDH to watch the situation. We are asking all members of our community to lower the chance of spreading illness by taking the following actions:
Protect yourself and others by wearing a face covering.
Wash your hands often with soap and water.
Cover your coughs and sneezes; do not touch your face with unwashed hands.
If you are sick, stay home from school, child care, sports, and other activities.
Clean all commonly touched surfaces often, such as telephones, doorknobs, countertops, etc.
Resources that you may find helpful:
MDH Coronavirus Disease 2019 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html)
MDH Schools and Child Care: COVID-19 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/index.html)
CDC Coronavirus (COVID-19) (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse, or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
General notification for families that a person in the school program community tested positive for COVID-19
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School Thursday, December 24, 2020
Dear Families,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) that a member of the Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School community has tested positive for COVID-19. No dates have been identified for potential school community spread. We cannot for privacy reasons share details about the person. At this time, they are staying home and/or working at home until they are well and can no longer spread the disease.
We have worked with MDH to identify those who were in close contact with the person who tested positive for COVID-19, and no close contacts have been identified in our school community.
If you have not been contacted, your child is not considered a close contact, and there is nothing special you need to do.
Because the spread of COVID-19 from unknown sources is widespread in Minnesota, you should continue to watch your child for COVID-19 symptoms, which include:
Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher
New cough or a cough that gets worse
Difficulty/hard time breathing
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
New nasal congestion/stuffy or runny nose
Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Muscle pain
Extreme fatigue/feeling very tired
New severe/very bad headache
Chills
If your child gets symptoms, they should stay home and you should talk with their doctor or other health care provider to decide if they need to see a doctor and/or to get tested for COVID-19. Please review the following resources:
Home Screening Tool for COVID-19 Symptoms (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/homescreen.pdf)
COVID-19 Attendance Guide for Parents and Families (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/attendance.pdf)
We understand that this news may make people feel uneasy. We have taken action to clean and sanitize the building and are working closely with MDH to watch the situation. We are asking all members of our community to lower the chance of spreading illness by taking the following actions:
Protect yourself and others by wearing a face covering.
Wash your hands often with soap and water.
Cover your coughs and sneezes; do not touch your face with unwashed hands.
If you are sick, stay home from school, child care, sports, and other activities.
Clean all commonly touched surfaces often, such as telephones, doorknobs, countertops, etc.
Resources that you may find helpful:
MDH Coronavirus Disease 2019 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html)
MDH Schools and Child Care: COVID-19 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/index.html)
CDC Coronavirus (COVID-19) (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
General notification for families that a person in the school/child care/youth program community tested positive for COVID-19
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School Wednesday, December 23, 2020
Dear Families,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) that a member of the Waubun-Ogema- White Earth Public School community has tested positive for COVID-19. It is possible the person was able to spread the disease while in the community on this/these date(s) 12/22. We cannot for privacy reasons share details about the person. At this time, they have been told to stay home and away from other people (in isolation) until they are well and can no longer spread the disease.
We have worked with MDH to identify those who were in close contact with the person who tested positive for COVID-19, and have told them directly to stay home and/or to work from home for 7-14 days, even if they have a negative COVID-19 test during that time. This is how long it can take to show signs of the disease.
If you have not been contacted, your child is not considered a close contact, and there is nothing special you need to do.
Because the spread of COVID-19 from unknown sources is widespread in Minnesota, you should continue to watch your child for COVID-19 symptoms, which include:
▪ Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher
▪ New cough or a cough that gets worse
▪ Difficulty/hard time breathing
▪ New loss of taste or smell
▪ Sore throat
▪ New nasal congestion/stuffy or runny nose
▪ Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
▪ Muscle pain
▪ Extreme fatigue/feeling very tired
▪ New severe/very bad headache
▪ Chills
If your child gets symptoms, they should stay home and you should talk with their doctor or other health care provider to decide if they need to see a doctor and/or to get tested for COVID-19. Please review the following resources:
▪ Home Screening Tool for COVID-19 Symptoms (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/homescreen.pdf)
▪ COVID-19 Attendance Guide for Parents and Families (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/attendance.pdf)
We understand that this news may make people feel uneasy. We have taken action to clean and sanitize the building and are working closely with MDH to watch the situation. We are asking all members of our community to lower the chance of spreading illness by taking the following actions:
▪ Protect yourself and others by wearing a face covering.
▪ Wash your hands often with soap and water.
▪ Cover your coughs and sneezes; do not touch your face with unwashed hands.
▪ If you are sick, stay home from school, child care, sports, and other activities.
▪ Clean all commonly touched surfaces often, such as telephones, doorknobs, countertops, etc.
Resources that you may find helpful:
▪ MDH Coronavirus Disease 2019 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html)
▪ MDH Schools and Child Care: COVID-19 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/index.html)
▪ CDC Coronavirus (COVID-19) (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
This is what the month of January will be looking like!
Hello everyone and Happy Holidays!
Please take a moment and view the Transition Family letter!!
below you will find information regarding our learning plan that was approved by the School Board 12/22/2020!!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1A9RDj-5xjy_0-5wOlXG98Xoa_FzP6B91jPihF8qd8I8/edit?usp=sharing
December to Remember
Ojibwe Word of the Day
Find emergency food support or apply for assistance.
The Minnesota Department of Human Services can help!
https://mn.gov/dhs/food-emergency/
General notification for staff that a person in the school program community tested positive for COVID-19
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School Saturday, December 21, 2020
Dear Colleagues,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) that a member of the Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School community has tested positive for COVID-19. It is possible the person was able to spread the disease while in our school community on this/these date(s) 12/18. We cannot for privacy reasons share details about the person. At this time, they are staying home and/or working at home until they are well and can no longer spread the disease.
We have worked with MDH to identify those who were in close contact with the person who tested positive for COVID-19 and has told them directly to stay home and/or to work from home for 7-14 days, even if they have a negative COVID-19 test during that time. This is how long it can take to show signs of the disease.
If you have not been contacted, you are not considered a close contact of the person who tested positive, and there is nothing special you need to do.
We have taken action to clean and sanitize the building and are working closely with MDH to watch the situation. To continue to protect yourself from COVID-19, we recommend that you:
Wear a face covering, unless this is not possible for medical reasons.
Maintain social distancing: Stay at least 6 feet away from other people not in your household whenever possible.
Do not gather in groups, and stay out of crowded places.
Wash your hands often, especially when in public places. If this is not possible, use hand sanitizer made with at least 60% alcohol.
Watch for symptoms, which include:
Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher
New cough or a cough that gets worse
Difficulty/hard time breathing
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
New nasal congestion/stuffy or runny nose
Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Muscle pain
Extreme fatigue/feeling very tired
New severe/very bad headache
Chills
Stay home if you get symptoms and talk with your doctor or other health care provider to see if you need to see a doctor and/or to get tested for COVID-19. Review these resources if your age or other health issues put you at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19:
People at Increased Risk (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/need-extra-precautions/index.html)
Managing Chronic Conditions during COVID-19 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/people/conditions/index.html)
More resources that you may find helpful:
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html)
Schools and Child Care: COVID-19 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/index.html)
CDC Coronavirus (COVID-19) (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Important Food Service Message
PANDEMIC-EBT BENEFITS FOR FAMILIES
Students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals may be eligible for Pandemic-Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) to purchase food for days they are not in the school building. To be considered, households must submit an application for free or reduced-price meals for the 2020-21 school year or be approved for Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. Families who received P-EBT benefits last summer are not automatically eligible; eligibility is based on the current school year. Benefits may be retroactive to September 2020, depending on when eligibility for free or reduced-price meals is determined. To ensure you qualify for the most benefits, please submit your application as soon as possible.
If you would like a paper application mailed to you please call the District Office at 218-473-6171.
If you would like to submit an electronic application please use this site.
https://www.lunchapplication.com
It's important we have your correct physical address, phone number and email address in our student information system so benefit cards are sent to the correct place. If you have updates to your information please contact your child's school.
Thank you.
December to Remember
Ojibwe Word of the Day
General notification for families that a person in the school/child care/youth program community tested positive for COVID-19
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School Saturday, December 19, 2020
Dear Families,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) that a member of the Waubun-Ogema- White Earth Public School community has tested positive for COVID-19. It is possible the person was able to spread the disease while in the community on this/these date(s) 12/16. We cannot for privacy reasons share details about the person. At this time, they have been told to stay home and away from other people (in isolation) until they are well and can no longer spread the disease.
We have worked with MDH to identify those who were in close contact with the person who tested positive for COVID-19 and has told them directly to stay home and/or to work from home for 7-14 days, even if they have a negative COVID-19 test during that time. This is how long it can take to show signs of the disease.
If you have not been contacted, your child is not considered a close contact, and there is nothing special you need to do.
Because the spread of COVID-19 from unknown sources is widespread in Minnesota, you should continue to watch your child for COVID-19 symptoms, which include:
Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher
New cough or a cough that gets worse
Difficulty/hard time breathing
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
New nasal congestion/stuffy or runny nose
Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Muscle pain
Extreme fatigue/feeling very tired
New severe/very bad headache
Chills
If your child gets symptoms, they should stay home and you should talk with their doctor or other health care provider to decide if they need to see a doctor and/or to get tested for COVID-19. Please review the following resources:
Home Screening Tool for COVID-19 Symptoms (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/homescreen.pdf)
COVID-19 Attendance Guide for Parents and Families (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/attendance.pdf)
We understand that this news may make people feel uneasy. We have taken action to clean and sanitize the building and are working closely with MDH to watch the situation. We are asking all members of our community to lower the chance of spreading illness by taking the following actions:
Protect yourself and others by wearing a face covering.
Wash your hands often with soap and water.
Cover your coughs and sneezes; do not touch your face with unwashed hands.
If you are sick, stay home from school, child care, sports, and other activities.
Clean all commonly touched surfaces often, such as telephones, doorknobs, countertops, etc.
Resources that you may find helpful:
MDH Coronavirus Disease 2019 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html)
MDH Schools and Child Care: COVID-19 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/index.html)
CDC Coronavirus (COVID-19) (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
A successful Jingle Jamboree! Thank you to our WOWE staff and PTSO for hosting the event and all the families who were able to join in this evening! Happy Holidays to all!
General notification for families that a person in the school program community tested positive for COVID-19
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School Wednesday, December 18, 2020
Dear Families,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) that we have 2 members of the Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School community has tested positive for COVID-19. No dates have been identified for potential school community spread. We cannot for privacy reasons share details about the person. At this time, they are staying home and/or working at home until they are well and can no longer spread the disease.
We have worked with MDH to identify those who were in close contact with the person who tested positive for COVID-19, and no close contacts have been identified in our school community.
If you have not been contacted, your child is not considered a close contact, and there is nothing special you need to do.
Because the spread of COVID-19 from unknown sources is widespread in Minnesota, you should continue to watch your child for COVID-19 symptoms, which include:
Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher
New cough or a cough that gets worse
Difficulty/hard time breathing
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
New nasal congestion/stuffy or runny nose
Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Muscle pain
Extreme fatigue/feeling very tired
New severe/very bad headache
Chills
If your child gets symptoms, they should stay home and you should talk with their doctor or other health care provider to decide if they need to see a doctor and/or to get tested for COVID-19. Please review the following resources:
Home Screening Tool for COVID-19 Symptoms (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/homescreen.pdf)
COVID-19 Attendance Guide for Parents and Families (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/attendance.pdf)
We understand that this news may make people feel uneasy. We have taken action to clean and sanitize the building and are working closely with MDH to watch the situation. We are asking all members of our community to lower the chance of spreading illness by taking the following actions:
Protect yourself and others by wearing a face covering.
Wash your hands often with soap and water.
Cover your coughs and sneezes; do not touch your face with unwashed hands.
If you are sick, stay home from school, child care, sports, and other activities.
Clean all commonly touched surfaces often, such as telephones, doorknobs, countertops, etc.
Resources that you may find helpful:
MDH Coronavirus Disease 2019 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html)
MDH Schools and Child Care: COVID-19 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/index.html)
CDC Coronavirus (COVID-19) (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse, or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Don't forget about our Jingle Jamboree this afternoon in Ogema from 4-5!
Stay in your car, drive around the parking lot loop!!
See your teachers and wish them a Happy Holiday season. They're excited to see you!!
Be sure to stop and get your treat bags and try your chance at winning a prize from the Grinch! 💚❤
December to Remember
Ojibwe word of the day
Just a friendly Reminder, If you have not done so already,
Please take the time to fill out our Returning Survey!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSclmxlMCVu8mvKHDyGFIslbcozvGVwWwXGkizL8XhQ28_zGkw/viewform?usp=sf_link
Dear Waubun Ogema White Earth Schools Community,
We are very excited to announce our learning plan changes that we will be implementing in the 3rd quarter. We originally were going to bring our students EC-12 back to Hybrid Learning, but since Governor Walz had a press conference on December 16th in which he prioritized in person learning for our youngest students, we need to make changes to our planning.
To continue reading the safe learning plan please follow this link.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FNmMdUtglVexKdL4VfQ2gscdmOmDR9q6ET9E27aDNEM/edit?usp=sharing
Enter for a chance to win prizes!
Student's of the Waubun/Ogema school are invited to participate in the Distance Learning Wellness Challenge!
Many of you are already making adjustments to tackle distance learning, and now you will have the opportunity to earn rewards for doing just that.
Each week you will be assigned a new, non-mandatory wellness challenge, and by completing the challenge your name will be entered to win one of many awesome prizes. Headphones, speakers, footballs, and so much more!
To enter: Accept invitation to "Wellness Challenge" on Google Classroom or click on the link if you received an email.
Review each assignment, and submit the required material.
Many of the tasks require you to submit either a photo, short video, or a brief written paragraph.
Names will be drawn on Monday and announced through the Wellness Challenge page and email
We hope you will join us in taking on new challenges, and becoming better distance learners in the process.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION!
In preparation for the upcoming term and with the Governor's order on 12/16/2020 prioritizing In Learning for our elementary students, we are asking our distance learning families to begin filling out the Return to In-Person form if they are wishing to return to in-person learning at the beginning of Quarter 3. The deadline to notify us of your student's return to in-person learning is Monday, December 21, 2020 at 4:00pm
If you are unable to access this form for completion, please contact either the Elementary or High School office for assistance.
Please click on the link below to complete the survey ASAP and share with other parents. Thank you!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSclmxlMCVu8mvKHDyGFIslbcozvGVwWwXGkizL8XhQ28_zGkw/viewform?usp=sf_link
The 12 Days of Distance Learning From Ogema School
https://youtu.be/dgzgzRlp2RQ
Quick Guide for Distance Learning assistance and help!
December to Remember
Word of the Day
Arissa was selected November Student of the Month. Her teacher, Mrs. Johnson says, “My star student for November is Arissa. Arissa is a hard worker who always tries her best. She also uses Thunderbird Pride in all the aspects of distance learning. She is great at participating and sharing her answers in google meets. Her smile is contagious and makes myself and the others around her smile too. Having Arissa in my distance learning class makes teaching so much fun!”
Arissa is most thankful for friends and family. She says they are so nice and take good care of her. Arissa’s favorite part of school is learning math. She likes adding up numbers the best. She also likes to draw cats at school. Some more of Arissa’s interests are playing Roblox, PS4, doing puzzles, and hide and seek.
Arissa you are a rockstar!! Keep up the good work!
Tripp was selected November Student of the Month. His teacher, Mrs. Bement says, “Tripp has a positive attitude while learning and does so with a smile on his face - which always puts a smile on my face! He shows respect towards others by being kind and caring. Tripp completes his assignments neatly and on time. Other characteristics that describe Tripp are hard-working, helpful, and trustworthy. In fact, he is so trustworthy that he won't even tell me, his own teacher, the secret lake that he catches fish on! Ha! Keep up the fantastic work Tripp - you are doing great things!! ”
Tripp is most thankful for his family and friends. He likes fishing, hunting, and spending time with his family. He says he likes walking in the woods the most when he is hunting. Tripp’s favorite part of school is being with his friends. They are very creative and like to make up their own games when they play. Tripp says he enjoys taking vacations with his family. He can also do a magic card trick! We can’t wait for him to show us that trick at school.
Thank you for being so amazing, Tripp!!
Kaia was chosen Student of the Month. Her teacher, Mrs. Haugo says, “Mrs. Haugo is excited to announce that Kaia is our November Student of the Month. Kaia was chosen for working very hard and being respectful during distance learning. She puts all her effort into her school work. She is a great role model for her classmates. Kaia is very responsible. She always completes her school work. Kaia has a great smile and when she smiles her whole face smiles too! Kaia has worked so hard from the start of the year to now and has accomplished so much! As a teacher it has been inspiring to see her grow and blossom. I am so proud of her accomplishments!”
Kaia is most thankful for family and friends. She says her family is fun and they watch tv together. Her favorite parts of school are drawing during art class and singing and dancing during music class. Kaia loves playing Prodigy. She is already on level 51! Wow! She also can do a cartwheel.
Kaia, you are so kind and smart! We love you at Ogema Elementary!
Curtis was chosen Student of the Month. Curtis’s teacher, Mrs. Haugo says, “Mrs. Haugo is proud to announce that Curtis is our November Student of the Month. Curtis was chosen for working hard on all his assignments. Curtis participates in all his Google Meets and contributes to class regularly. Curtis is very responsible and always completes his school work on time and puts in extra effort to do an excellent job. He has a fun personality and a friendly smile for everyone. Curtis displays his Thunderbird Pride in school and also during Distance Learning. I am so proud of Curtis's accomplishments. Some hidden talents that I just found out about Curtis is that he is an excellent dancer. He showed his talents in a class dance-off.”
Curtis is most thankful for friends and family. His family, especially his grandma, buys his lots of things. He loves his friends because when he is sad they make him feel better. Curtis loves doing subtraction and addition problems in school. He is a math whiz! He also likes video games and Prodigy. Although he is allergic, cats are his favorite animal. He has 4 of them at home!
Curtis, you are such a fun and amazing 2nd grader! Keep working hard!!
December to Remember
Ojibwe Word of the Day
This Friday join us for some holiday fun in Ogema at our Jingle Jamboree!!
Pull through the parking lot, see your teachers, and get some treats!
With Covid guidelines we ask that you stay in your vehicles as you make your way through. You'll get a treat bag at the end and have a chance to win a fun prize for your family!
HUGE thanks to the Waubun Booster Club, Waubun Education Association, and our PTSO for sponsoring this event!
Thank you Anne Marie Hoban and Family for sending Christmas Cookies to the staff today. They made our day!
Quick Information during Distance Learning
Mahnomen/Waubun
Thunderbird Wrestling
2020-21 Season
Practice Starts
December 18th 3:30 pm in Mahnomen
(Subject to change)
click here for more information: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZnqxVEoVmXpQ_ustREq1z_6qUEgz0CdQvcABn7XBP6c/edit?usp=sharing
December to Remember
Ojibwe Word of the Day
December to Remember
Ojibwe Word of the Day
Forrest was selected November Student of the Month. His teacher, Mrs. Stalberger says, “Forrest has a positive attitude that radiates everywhere he goes! I look forward to seeing his smile each day - in person or on screen! He is hardworking, kind, and incredibly patient. I can always count on him to encourage others and make the right decision. Forrest is an all around great kid!”
Forrest is most thankful for his family. He says they are nice and kind. He says they love him! His favorite part of school is going outside to play ‘spies’ with his friends. They solve mysteries on the playground! Forrest likes playing with his baby brother and making him laugh and smile. Forrest likes when his mom makes him tacos for supper.
Forrest you have the best smile and kindest heart! Thank you for being you!
General notification for families that a person in the school program community tested positive for COVID-19
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School Wednesday, December 9, 2020
Dear Families,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) that a member of the Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School community has tested positive for COVID-19. No dates have been identified for potential school community spread. We cannot for privacy reasons share details about the person. At this time, they are staying home and/or working at home until they are well and can no longer spread the disease.
We have worked with MDH to identify those who were in close contact with the person who tested positive for COVID-19, and no close contacts have been identified in our school community.
If you have not been contacted, your child is not considered a close contact, and there is nothing special you need to do.
Because the spread of COVID-19 from unknown sources is widespread in Minnesota, you should continue to watch your child for COVID-19 symptoms, which include:
Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher
New cough or a cough that gets worse
Difficulty/hard time breathing
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
New nasal congestion/stuffy or runny nose
Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Muscle pain
Extreme fatigue/feeling very tired
New severe/very bad headache
Chills
If your child gets symptoms, they should stay home and you should talk with their doctor or other health care provider to decide if they need to see a doctor and/or to get tested for COVID-19. Please review the following resources:
Home Screening Tool for COVID-19 Symptoms (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/homescreen.pdf)
COVID-19 Attendance Guide for Parents and Families (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/attendance.pdf)
We understand that this news may make people feel uneasy. We have taken action to clean and sanitize the building and are working closely with MDH to watch the situation. We are asking all members of our community to lower the chance of spreading illness by taking the following actions:
Protect yourself and others by wearing a face covering.
Wash your hands often with soap and water.
Cover your coughs and sneezes; do not touch your face with unwashed hands.
If you are sick, stay home from school, child care, sports, and other activities.
Clean all commonly touched surfaces often, such as telephones, doorknobs, countertops, etc.
Resources that you may find helpful:
MDH Coronavirus Disease 2019 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html)
MDH Schools and Child Care: COVID-19 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/index.html)
CDC Coronavirus (COVID-19) (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Here is a QuickGuide for help and assistance for parents/guardians during Distance Learning. A paper copy is coming in the mail with your midterms for grades 4-12. We are here, we care and we are WOWEStrong!
December to Remember
Word of the Day
Throwback Thursday!!! Waubun Bomber style...
Thank you to Ms. Skersick and all the staff involved for making this fun video.
https://youtu.be/YVZX63JZqJ4
December to Remember
Word of the Day
Way to Go Peyton! Keep it up!
Way to Go Trista on December Student of the Month!
Congratulations Cora on Student of the Month!
Way to go Rory!!
Keep it up!
Yay Sadie!
Congratulations on December Student of the Month!
Awesome Job Reed!
Keep it up Kiddo!
Way to Go Marcus!
Keep up the wonderful work!
Hello Everyone, and Happy Holidays
Here is an update on our Learning model!
Dear Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Families,
Happy Holidays! I hope this finds you in good spirits and in good health. I have included some end of month data, current data, and a couple of topic updates today. If you have any questions please contact me.
COVID-19 update for the Month of November:
Staff: We had 65 staff out for COVID related reasons: 5 positive cases, 36 close contacts, 14 were out for testing for two or more symptoms, 2 were family-related, and 8 were related to childcare/daycare positive cases.
Students: We had 81 students impacted: 60 close contacts and 21 positive cases.
Overall update: We have no significant school spread. We had a small spread in an after school activity, but not during the school day. Our primary issue continues to be staffing and growing county and tribal numbers. Our student positives are happening mostly within family groups. We did send home a grade level tier one child care classroom along with the impacted staff. We did that because they were in close contact with one positive case, not because they were all positive cases.
Local health officials have shared that they are starting to see more children test positive and transmit COVID-19 to their families and other children and adults. Some are asymptomatic and are not aware they even have it. So please continue to reinforce all of the safety protocols for yourself and your children to keep everyone safe.
CDC guidelines: The Minnesota Department of Health came out with updated guidelines following the CDC’s lead. It states that 14 days is still the best practice but it does allow 10 days and in some cases 7 days for quarantine in specific circumstances. They are developing more specific guidance materials and visuals for us, but this change may help with our staffing issues and attendance. However, this will only be effective if we use all the other safety protocols such as social distancing, hand washing, sanitizing, and limiting our interactions with others at school or work, along with the shortened quarantines. https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/quarguide.pdf
Also, we, as a school and community, need to be careful who we are interacting with outside of our work and home. Who is in your “bubble”? If they are not, use the precautions listed above. Video chats may not be the best, but they may be the best for now.
Meal plan changes: We have sent numerous messages out about the meal plan change that went into effect this week. The meals are free to everyone that signs up, but we still need you to complete the Free and reduced lunch application. It helps the District with funding that gives resources to our neediest learners and is used for many other areas to determine financial needs for each individual student such as scholarships and waived or reduced fees. Even if you were already receiving meals this year, you will need to re-register, because we added a home delivery option and changed a couple of the pickup options. Make sure to sign up by Thursday at 3:30 to start meals the following week. Otherwise, you need to wait until the following week to start services. If you have any questions call the District office at 218-473-6171.
Follow this link to register: Meal registration Complete free and reduced lunch form here: F&R Lunch application
Case per 10,000
County/Tribe 11/8-11/21 11/15-11/28
Mahnomen County: 203 200
Becker County: 235.99 189.5
White Earth: 266.54 242.60
Sources: Mahnomen and Becker county public health and White Earth public health 12/4/20
*preliminary counts not finalized yet.
Stay Safe and Keep Learning! Sincerely, Lisa Weber, Superintendent lisaw@waubun.k12.mn.us 218-850-7844
General notification for families that a person in the school program community tested positive for COVID-19
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School Wednesday, December 9, 2020
Dear Families,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) that a member of the Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School community has tested positive for COVID-19. No dates have been identified for potential school community spread. We cannot for privacy reasons share details about the person. At this time, they are staying home and/or working at home until they are well and can no longer spread the disease.
We have worked with MDH to identify those who were in close contact with the person who tested positive for COVID-19, and no close contacts have been identified in our school community.
If you have not been contacted, your child is not considered a close contact, and there is nothing special you need to do.
Because the spread of COVID-19 from unknown sources is widespread in Minnesota, you should continue to watch your child for COVID-19 symptoms, which include:
Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher
New cough or a cough that gets worse
Difficulty/hard time breathing
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
New nasal congestion/stuffy or runny nose
Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Muscle pain
Extreme fatigue/feeling very tired
New severe/very bad headache
Chills
If your child gets symptoms, they should stay home and you should talk with their doctor or other health care provider to decide if they need to see a doctor and/or to get tested for COVID-19. Please review the following resources:
Home Screening Tool for COVID-19 Symptoms (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/homescreen.pdf)
COVID-19 Attendance Guide for Parents and Families (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/attendance.pdf)
We understand that this news may make people feel uneasy. We have taken action to clean and sanitize the building and are working closely with MDH to watch the situation. We are asking all members of our community to lower the chance of spreading illness by taking the following actions:
Protect yourself and others by wearing a face covering.
Wash your hands often with soap and water.
Cover your coughs and sneezes; do not touch your face with unwashed hands.
If you are sick, stay home from school, child care, sports, and other activities.
Clean all commonly touched surfaces often, such as telephones, doorknobs, countertops, etc.
Resources that you may find helpful:
MDH Coronavirus Disease 2019 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html)
MDH Schools and Child Care: COVID-19 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/index.html)
CDC Coronavirus (COVID-19) (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Colt was selected November Student of the Month. His teacher, Mrs. Oertwich says, “Colt always goes above and beyond what is expected of him at school and at home during distance learning. On his distance learning days, he is up and working on his schoolwork at 7 am. He shows up to every single live Google Meet and would answer every single question if we let him. He is eager and ready to learn every day! Colt is quite the character and has a great sense of humor. He likes to joke with his classmates and teachers. Colt often gives his friends and teachers reasons to laugh and smile. He is so social and loves to visit with everyone. Keep rocking at completing your work early in the day and giving people reasons to laugh & smile, Colt. Congratulations on being chosen as student of the month”
Colt is most thankful for my mom and dad because they help him with his homework. Colt’s favorite part of school is gym class. He loves running around and playing Capture the Chicken. Colt likes to like to jump on the trampoline, play football, and baseball when he is at home. In the winter, Colt likes to build awesome snow forts with his brothers!
You are an amazing kid, Colt!! Keep up the wonderful work!
Carter was chosen for November Student of the Month. His teacher, Mrs. Bendson says, “Carter is a wonderful boy. He has a wonderful attitude and work ethic. His confidence grows every day, and he is a great role model. I'm happy you are in my life, Carter! You bring joy to each day, and you are just a wonderful little human. I can't wait to see all you become in life; I know you are going to go far!! ”
Carter is thankful for his family, his dog Bailey and his hedgehog Hazel. His favorite part of school was last year in kickstart because he didn’t have to work so hard! 🤣
Carter likes to go camping and have campfires with his family. Building with blocks and coloring are his other favorite things. Christmas is his favorite Holiday and he loves everything about it, so much that he can’t tell it all! He recently lost his first tooth!
Carter was chosen for November Student of the Month. His teacher, Mrs. Bendson says, “Carter is a wonderful boy. He has a wonderful attitude and work ethic. He is kind and friendly and treats everyone with kindness and respect. I'm so happy I got you in my class, Carter!. You are wonderful in every way. You are going to do great things in your life, and I can't wait to see all you become!”
Carter is most thankful for your mom. She is good at making gingerbread men. Carter’s favorite part of school is gym because he likes to play freeze tag. His favorite lunch is crispitos. Carter likes to build snowmen and go sledding super fast down the big hill. Carter plays the game, Trouble, every day with his family.
Carter, you are such an amazing boy!! We love having you at Ogema Elementary!
December to Remember
Ojibwe Word of the Day
General notification for families that a person in the school program community tested positive for COVID-19
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Dear Families,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) that a member of the Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School community has tested positive for COVID-19. No dates have been identified for potential school community spread. We cannot for privacy reasons share details about the person. At this time, they are staying home and/or working at home until they are well and can no longer spread the disease.
We have worked with MDH to identify those who were in close contact with the person who tested positive for COVID-19, and no close contacts have been identified in our school community.
If you have not been contacted, your child is not considered a close contact, and there is nothing special you need to do.
Because the spread of COVID-19 from unknown sources is widespread in Minnesota, you should continue to watch your child for COVID-19 symptoms, which include:
Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher
New cough or a cough that gets worse
Difficulty/hard time breathing
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
New nasal congestion/stuffy or runny nose
Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Muscle pain
Extreme fatigue/feeling very tired
New severe/very bad headache
Chills
If your child gets symptoms, they should stay home and you should talk with their doctor or other health care provider to decide if they need to see a doctor and/or to get tested for COVID-19. Please review the following resources:
Home Screening Tool for COVID-19 Symptoms (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/homescreen.pdf)
COVID-19 Attendance Guide for Parents and Families (PDF) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/attendance.pdf)
We understand that this news may make people feel uneasy. We have taken action to clean and sanitize the building and are working closely with MDH to watch the situation. We are asking all members of our community to lower the chance of spreading illness by taking the following actions:
Protect yourself and others by wearing a face covering.
Wash your hands often with soap and water.
Cover your coughs and sneezes; do not touch your face with unwashed hands.
If you are sick, stay home from school, child care, sports, and other activities.
Clean all commonly touched surfaces often, such as telephones, doorknobs, countertops, etc.
Resources that you may find helpful:
MDH Coronavirus Disease 2019 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html)
MDH Schools and Child Care: COVID-19 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/index.html)
CDC Coronavirus (COVID-19) (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Greetings WOWE families!
The Lake Agassiz Regional Library system understands that under current circumstances it can be difficult to get to your local branch. They would like to remind our community that you can still access ebooks and audiobooks from their collection online free of charge, all you need is a library card number.
If you don't currently have a card, you can apply online using this link.
https://larl.org/applyonline/
The application process is entirely online, and you will not be required to have a physical card to access the library's collection. If you would like more information on the resources offered by your local library, see the attached letter from Lake Agassiz Regional Library.
Stay happy and healthy T-Birds!
Max Hoban, Has been chosen for December Student of the month!
Here are some kind words from his teacher!
Max is great to have in Mr. Qual's class. He has done so well with distance learning! He's always on time to every google meet and ready to learn. He participates and answers questions, all while leaving his camera on the entire time! He is funny and has great stories for the class when he's given the opportunity to share them. It's my honor to nominate Max Hoban for December Student of the Month.
Way to Go Max!
Congratulation's Aubrey for being December's Student of the Month for Ms. Hause class!
We are so proud of you! Keep up the great work kiddo!
December to Remember: Send us your pictures of your favorite Holiday Cap!!!!
Ojibwe Word of the Day
Speech Season is coming soon! While we're waiting on the details from the MSHSL as to what to expect for the season, I'd like to have a Meet on Friday, December 11 at noon to discuss what the season may look like, and how students can start searching for (and/or writing their own) scripts. Any 7-12 grade students who are interested should email Mrs. Dady so she can send you an invitation to Friday's Speech Meeting! (If you have any questions about Speech, you may email Mrs. Dady also -- tracyd@waubun.k12.mn.us)
Speech Season is coming soon! While we're waiting on the details from the MSHSL as to what to expect for the season, I'd like to have a Meet on Friday, December 11 at noon to discuss what the season may look like, and how students can start searching for (and/or writing their own) scripts. Any 7-12 grade students who are interested should email Mrs. Dady so she can send you an invitation to Friday's Speech Meeting! (If you have any questions about Speech, you may email Mrs. Dady also -- tracyd@waubun.k12.mn.us)
Pryer was selected November Student of the Month. His teacher, Mrs. Erickson says, “Pryer is very deserving of the Student of the Month award for November! He is such a kind, caring, and helpful student and is such an awesome friend to others! He is always willing to help out his teachers and friends whenever needed. Pryer is also very organized and respectful, raising his hand to talk and joining each google meets with a smile. :) He is such a great leader in our class as well, always participating, including singing and dancing to the songs! I am so proud to have Pryer in my class! Congratulations again, Pryer!”
Pryer is most thankful for my family, friends, and everyone he knows. He likes that they let him visit their houses. Pryer’s favorite part of school is learning and reading. His favorite book is Bear Snores On. Pryer loves to dance and shares his whole family are good dancers! He likes to play with his sisters and friends. Pryer is very adventurous and likes to cross country ski and snowboard in the winter.
Pryer, you are a fun and kind boy!! Keep working hard!
Macy was chosen for November Student of the Month. Her teacher, Mr. Lenzen says, “Macy Warren is an outstanding student both in person and virtually. Her determination to succeed in school and second to none. Macy's positive attitude and respectfulness over take any room, virtual or otherwise, and radiate out to others.”
Macy is most thankful for her family. She says they are kind and respectful. They play games with her and have fun with her. Macy’s favorite part of school is seeing her friends. She likes to play outside and do homework together. They also like to be creative together. Macy says she can kind-of do a cartwheel. She likes to play basketball with her brother, even though he beats her a lot.
Macy you are such a bright and kind child! We love you at Ogema Elementary!
Rilee Bement has been chosen for December Student of the Month for Ms. Ueke 4th Grade class!
Congratulation's Rilee, We are so proud of you!
Amari was selected November Student of the Month. Her teacher, Mrs. Brininger says, “I chose Amari as student of the month because she is always on time or early for class, she participates and has fun in our google meets sessions, and she completes all of her daily assignments! She also has a great attitude toward everything we do, and she encourages others to have fun while learning! She is a wonderful student and I am so happy she is in my class!”
Amari is thankful for being in her foster home and playing on the playground. Her favorite part of school is doing art projects like making a reindeer. Amari really loves to draw. She also likes wearing big bows in her hair, like JoJo.
Amari, you are so amazing and we are so thankful for you at Ogema Elementary!!
Alexis was chosen November Student of the Month. Her teacher, Miss Ring says, “I chose Alexis because she is an outstanding student and wonderful role model to others! She is responsible, hard-working, cheerful, and very thoughtful. She always actively participates in all of her Google Meets and goes above and beyond on all of her school work. Her smile, positive attitude, and compliments can brighten anyone’s day! She is so sweet and I am so happy to have her in my class this year! Congratulations, Alexis!”
Alexis is most thankful for the world. She loves spending time with her teachers. Alexis most loves to see her teachers and learn from them at school. She loves to learn about how to do art projects. Alexis loves to collect sea shells from Strawberry Lake. She is also very good at monkey bar tricks and one-handed round offs!
You are such a special child, Alexis! Keep up the good work!
Trevor was selected November Student of the Month. His teacher, Mrs. Oertwich says, “ I chose Trevor for my student of the month because he works so hard and is so kind to others! He is one of the nicest kids around with the biggest heart! Trevor will greet everyone he sees with a smile and a hello. His manners are out of this world. You can just tell he cares so much about others and their feelings! Even when things are challenging Trevor never gives up and oftentimes he is the one who is encouraging others to persevere. When in the halls at school, you can catch him saying this such as "Have a good weekend and stay healthy" to his friends. I am so incredibly proud of you, Trevor. Keep being you”
Trevor is most thankful for the whole world. He said he loves to live each day. His favorite part of school is playing outside and eating pizza. Trevor likes to watch TV at home.
Trevor, you are a one-of-a-kind child with the kindest heart! We love you, Trevor!
December to Remember
Ojibwe Word of the Day
Brylee was selected November Student of the Month. Her teacher, Mrs. Erickson says, “I chose Brylee as Student of the Month for November. I am so proud to have her in my class! She is such a great leader, always willing to help out her friends and teachers throughout the day! She is also very respectful, kind-hearted, and has such a warm smile. She always joins our Google Meets ready-to-learn and with excitement! She strives to do her best each and every day by raising her hand, completing her work, and participating in class. I am so proud of you Brylee, and am so lucky to have you in my class! Congratulations! :)”
Brylee is most thankful for her mom. She loves to play the card game “garbage” with her mom. Brylee’s favorite part of school is her teacher. Brylee loves the movies she gets to watch in her class. She also loves playing with toys. Brylee loves to swim at the lake in the summer. She loves to play in the snow in the winter. Brylee also has her first loose tooth!
You are such a hard worker and kind girl! Way to go, Brylee!
Finley was selected November Student of the Month. Her teacher, Mrs. Jorud says, “Finley earns this honor for her eagerness to learn and participate in class. She is always paying attention, asking questions, and giving answers. Her teachers could call on Finley every time if they wanted to, because she is right with them and their lesson. It is clear that she wants to do her best and make the most of her 3rd grade year. On top of her classroom attitude, Finley is a nice kid. She treats others well and will make friends with anyone. I enjoy having her in class!”
Finley is most thankful for her family because they are nice to her. They give her things when she doesn’t even ask for it, like presents. Finley’s favorite part of school is gym. She loves to play kickball. Finley can do a front walk-over and a front handspring. Finley likes to snowmobile, sled, ski, and ice skate in the winter.
Finley, you are an amazing child! Keep working hard!
Even when times are different! Mr. Reed Tibbetts always finds creative fun ways to bring Christmas spirit our way!!
thank you for sharing Reed, We love the Corona Tree!!
Happy Holidays!
December to Remember
Word of the Day
Celebrating our "Mad about Plaid" day for the December to Remember events.
The Waubun Music department has great taste in flannel!
Congratulations to our December Senior of the Month: Jayzee Vanpelt
Any boy grades 9-12 that plan on playing basketball this season needs to contact coach Clark at jclark@mahnomen.k12.mn.us. Please do this ASAP.
Today is National Special Education Day! WOWE Community would like to thank our Special Education teachers and staff for their hard work and dedication to our amazing students!
December to Remember
Ojibwe Word of the Day
General notification for families that a person in the school program community tested positive for COVID-19
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School Tuesday , December 1, 2020
Dear Families,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) that a member of the Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School community has tested positive for COVID-19. No dates have been identified for potential school community spread. We cannot for privacy reasons share details about the person. At this time, they are staying home and/or working at home until they are well and can no longer spread the disease.
We have worked with MDH to identify those who were in close contact with the person who tested positive for COVID-19, and no close contacts have been identified in our school community.
If you have not been contacted, your child is not considered a close contact, and there is nothing special you need to do. Click here for more information https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uxg7rMvi7TF3NQwB6vhPuobPF83t7ooz/view?usp=sharing
Happy Holidays from Mrs. Lenzen’s homeroom. “Doors of Christmas Past” with a special visitor. Who’s in the suit?!
Happy Holidays from Mrs. Lenzen’s homeroom. “Doors of Christmas Past” with a special visitor. Who’s in the suit?!
Tuesday Trivia
What is Minnesota's state grain?
A- Wild Rice
B- Barley
C- Wheat
D- Oat
General notification for families that a person in the school community tested positive for COVID-19
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public School Monday, November 30, 2020
Dear Families,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) that a member of the Waubun-Ogema- White Earth Public School community has tested positive for COVID-19. It is possible the person was able to spread the disease while in the community on this/these date(s) 11/23 and 11/24. We cannot for privacy reasons share details about the person. At this time, they have been told to stay home and away from other people (in isolation) until they are well and can no longer spread the disease. Click here for more information
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uxg7rMvi7TF3NQwB6vhPuobPF83t7ooz/view?usp=sharing
Let's kick of our December to Remember. Wear your red and white today and send a picture to your teacher or Dejah at dejaha@waubun.k12.mn.us
Word of the Day
Monday Trivia!
Play along for fun as students play for a chance to win prizes!
Many Anishnaabe view the Seven Grandfather Teachings as traditional knowledge that collectively represents what is needed for community survival. In the Seven Grandfather Teachings which animal represents "Respect"?
A- Eagle
B- Beaver
C- Buffalo
D- Coyote
To have respect is to honour all of creation. Balance what you need with what you want and recognize how your own greed may be at the expense of Mother Earth. Do what you can to make a difference and lead by example.
Ojibwe Word of the Day
DECEMBER TO REMEMBER! Students and families can participate from home and send in pictures of the dress up days to their teacher or to Dejah at dejaha@waubun.k12.mn.us.
Let's make this a December to Remember!!!
Nevaeh was chosen for October Student of the Month! Nevaeh’s teacher, Mrs. Skersick says, “Nevaeh has been an outstanding student. She comes to google meets prepared and ready to work. She is very patient and kind, always an outstanding friend. She sticks around after google meets just to talk to her friends and even the teacher. She makes sure all her assignments are turned in, in a timely manner. Nevaeh makes sure that when she needs help she will patiently wait and ask for it. I am so grateful to have Nevaeh as part of my class this year. Keep up the great work Nevaeh, and share all the kindness that you have to offer.”
Nevaeh is most thankful for her family because they are always there for her when she needs them. Nevaeh’s favorite part of school is spending time with friends. Her and her friends like to play games like hide and seek and tag. Nevaeh likes reading. Her favorites are the Owl Diary series. Her favorite food is noodle soup.
Nevaeh, you are such a hard worker and kind child! Keep working so hard!
Helpline days are available Mon-Thursday.
Dear Families, Students, and Staff,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) of a lab of a confirmed case of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) in a member of the Waubun school community with no exposure in our school community. For privacy reasons, we cannot share details about the status of the individual. At this time, they have each been advised to stay home and away from other people (isolate).
We have worked with the MDH to identify those who had close contact with the case, and have communicated with them individually. The risk of exposure for other individuals present in the building on that date is no greater than the risk of contracting the virus in the general community.
If you were not identified to have close contact with the positive case you should still monitor for symptoms of illness, but do not need to stay home unless symptoms develop. If symptoms develop, stay home and consult with your physician to determine if medical evaluation is needed.
We are working closely with MDH to monitor the situation.
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
COVID-19 Resources
If You Are Sick: COVID-19 (www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/sick.html)
Coronavirus (COVID-19) (www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
Sincerely,
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Ojibwe Word of the Day
Waubun Distance Learning Plan
Purpose: The purpose of distance learning is to provide meaningful, equitable learning with an alternative delivery method for all students during the COVID-19 outbreak. This plan may be adjusted to meet future distance learning needs as needed.
Attendance
Students are expected to attend google meet sessions and work on school work daily. This will involve synchronous (direct instruction with real time learning) and asynchronous work (learning activities that can be completed and learned independently). Much like the traditional setting, attendance is required and will be monitored. Students and parents/guardians are still under the compulsory attendance rules. (Please see chart)
Example: A student may need to be online to receive math instruction from 9:00-9:45 each day. There may also be a social studies project that is to be completed on the student’s own time over the course of several weeks.
Teachers will track student attendance daily. Attendance will be tracked through student interaction including but not limited to attendance at required class meetings, phone call, text message, email correspondence, logging into various platforms, or completed assignments/work packets. It is vitally important that parents/guardians know the attendance requirement for their students.Students for whom no teacher has direct interaction on a given day are reported as absent for that day.Teachers will notify administration after documenting multiple attempts to contact student and parent, if students are not attending meetings, completing work, or daily check ins.
3. .Teacher Expectations
Teachers will be in attendance at school.
Teachers are expected to be online in a synchronous format with students daily.
Teachers will instruct and be available to students on Google Meet daily. At the secondary level that will mean hosting a Google Meet for each hour of the day, every day. At the elementary level, that will mean teaching literacy and math, both whole and small group, daily. Secondary teachers will be engaged with students in a synchronous format minimally 25 minutes of each hour.
Teachers would be expected to respond to student emails and communicate as needed with students and families.
Teachers will utilize Google Classroom and SeeSaw as our primary platforms for instruction.
Teachers will update gradebooks weekly.
Teachers will update attendance records daily.
Teachers will make attempts to communicate with students and families regarding student performance. This will include emailing the student, emailing the parent, making phone calls to all numbers available for the family, referring the student to administration after the other options are attempted.
Teachers will document contact attempts to students and families in Synergy.
Teachers will work from their classrooms in the school daily.
Students will utilize the intervention team and help line for additional help and services if their students or families are struggling.
Notify administration about internet and device challenges your students and families are having.
Teachers will follow PPE, Social Distancing guidelines, and Cleaning Protocols as outlined in the COVID-19 Operational Manual for All Staff.
4. Student Expectations
a. Students will attend class meetings daily (attendance will be taken). Students must log in within the first ten minutes of class.
b. Students will complete course work in a timely manner. Coursework is
expected and will be tied to achievement. If students do not participate or pass their coursework, it may lead to retention, summer school or credit recovery.
Students will reach out for assistance if needed. Call Ogema Elementary 218-473-6171 Waubun Elementary and Waubun Secondary 218-473-6173 to talk to support staff, administration, or to be transferred to teachers. You may also email teachers.
Students will keep the time from 8:10-3:20 available for school, as they would if school were physically in session.
Students will reach out to and support classmates who are struggling with distance learning on their home learning days.
Students will utilize the intervention team and help line for additional help and services if they or their families are struggling.
Students will expect to work for this amount of time on remote learning days:
Elementary: At least 1-2 hours per day.
Secondary: At least 25 minutes per class.
If Students are required to be on school campus for any purpose, they will be required to follow PPE, Social Distancing guidelines, and Cleaning Protocols as outlined in the Reopening guidelines.
5. Parent Expectations
Parents will help students prioritize their time.
Parents will encourage students to meet expectations.
Parents will communicate concerns to teachers, support staff, and administration.
Parents will utilize the intervention team and help line for additional help and services if they or their students are struggling.
If Parents are required to be on school campus for any purpose, they will be required to follow PPE, Social Distancing guidelines, and Cleaning Protocols as outlined in the Reopening guidelines.
6. Administration Expectations
Administrators will work with families without internet access to help them obtain access or to help the teachers make internet accommodations.
Administration will work with families so each student is able to be assigned a chromebook if they need a device.
Administrators will contact families who are not participating, after teachers and the intervention team have documented the required attempts.
Administrators will host weekly check-ins with teacher groups.
Administrators will provide support to staff, students, and parents as needed.
Administrators will work with parents and Community resources to try and resolve family challenges creating barriers to education and learning.
7. Resources
The district technology and instructional team has prepared a number of excellent videos explaining to parents and students how to access various components of distance learning which are available via the school webpage and to teachers via a Google Classroom created to support distance learning. Please utilize these resources, they are created for you!
Also call our Day time hours: 8:30-5:00 HELP LINE 218-473-6196 ext.196 and Evening hours-6:00-8:00 HELP LINE 775-338-3870 . We have technical and instructional support staff willing and able to help you!
8. Food Service
Breakfast and Lunch will be delivered to neighborhood drop off sites for parents to pick up. Distance Learning parents will have a choice to sign up for a 5 day meal pick up if you have not already or home delivery. (Hybrid parents who were on a 3 day plan were moved to a 5 day plan.) Please see the following drop site options. They may change based on family sign up and participation: Waubun and Ogema school,and White Earth Community Center, Elbow Lake Catholic Church, Berry’s, and Hilltop. We have added door to door meal delivery targeted to start December 7, 2020 depending how quickly our families complete Meal Service Delivery Survey information below. Elbow Lake, Berry’s, and Hilltop will discontinue at that time and be replaced by door to door. Deliveries will be canceled and rescheduled on snow days.
Meal Service Delivery Survey
The USDA has changed the meal plan for the rest of the year, so meals are free for all families. We still need families to complete food service applications as they benefit the school and the students in many other ways financially.
Food Service Application for Free and Reduced Lunch Link
There will be no Food Service when school is not in session over winter break (12/28-1/1) as we will not have staff available to offer services. During shortened weeks, we will try to alter the schedule or services to make options available even though they may be different than the usual options.
9. Tier 1 Child Care
Tier 1 Child care will be offered to essential Employees in both Hybrid and Distance Learning Models.Instructional support and learning session attendance will be a part of the child care schedule this not guarantee all work will be completed during the child care day. If the essential employee is not at work, the child(ren) are not allowed to attend child care. Working from home does not qualify for Tier 1 child care.
Tier 1 Child care is not offered when school is not in session such as school breaks, in-service, vacations, snowdays, etc. We will not have the staff contracted to offer services.
10. Inclement Weather/Snow Days
In the event we have Inclement weather creating hazardous conditions for employees and Tier 1 childcare, the District utilize 1 of 3 options:
close due to inclement weather and use a non-instructional day
remain open if they are able to provide instruction through distance learning. Staff will work from home.
implement an E-Learning Plan Day with pre-assigned relevant lessons and teacher contact.
*Food service and Tier 1 child care will be cancelled for the day. Food deliveries and services will be rescheduled.
11/24/20 MEAL DELIVERY UPDATE
All White Earth site meal pick ups will be tomorrow, Wednesday November 25th, since Thursday is a holiday. Thank you.
MEAL DELIVERY UPDATE
We are starting the process of transitioning to be able to do home delivery of meals. This change is scheduled to begin as of December 7th. To start delivery on that date you must complete the new registration by the morning of 12/2. If you are currently enrolled to pick up meals please complete the new registration so we know if you are opting to have meals delivered to your home or would like to continue utilizing a pick up location.
The new schedule and locations starting 12/7 are:
Ogema School site pick up - Monday 4:30-5:30 pm
Waubun School site pick up - Monday 4:30-5:30 pm
White Earth site pick up - Monday 4:30-5:30 pm at the community center parking lot
Home Deliveries - during the day Tues, Wed & Thurs
You will be notified what day and approximate time your home delivery of meals will be once routes are set up.
There will also be a consent form that will need to be filled out and signed by the parent/guardian in order for us to be able to do home delivery.
Thank you for your continued patience as we make this transition. And a special thank you to the food service staff and bus drivers for all your work making this possible.
https://forms.gle/6hBaFuztxF1BW9bcA
https://docs.google.com/document/d/17FQt2sx6xk4r-cWnmxQHe7uznJP_QL_PbDOCbKP8Jk4/edit?usp=sharing
Isaiah was chosen as October Student of the Month. His teacher, Mrs. Johnson says, “Isaiah is a hard working student. He is always getting his work done and trying his hardest to do his best work. He attends all the google meets and participates in them. He is always smiling and being kind to his classmates over google meet. He has great Thunderbird Pride and I am so lucky to be his teacher!”
Isaiah is most thankful for his family because they are very important to him. Isaiah said they are fun to play with. His favorite part of regular school is recess and playing on the playground. His favorite part of virtual learning is that it is really easy. Isaiah likes to play games like Minecraft and tag with his brothers.
Isaiah, you are such a wonderful child!!
Dalton was chosen as October Student of the Month. His teacher, Mrs. Brininger says, “I chose Dalton as student of the month because he is a ray of sunshine in our distance learning class! He is always excited to join our google meets, he has a positive attitude toward everything, he participates in our activities, (especially the songs), and he completes all of his work on time! He has a kind heart and loves giving people compliments. Way to go, Dalton!”
Dalton is most thankful for giving people the pictures he draws. He draws hearts and “Bendy the Ink Machine” to give to his family and friends.
His favorite part of school is letter tracing because he loves the letters. Right now he is learning the letter “I”.
Dalton has lots of interesting facts about himself. He loves the color black so he can draw his favorite video game. His favorite costume is Bendy and the Ink Machine. He loves Transformers, especially Optimus Prime!
Dalton, you are so appreciated at Ogema Elementary. Keep up the good work!!
Dear Families, Students, and Staff,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) of a lab of a confirmed case of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) in a member of the Waubun school community with no exposure in our school community. For privacy reasons, we cannot share details about the status of the individual. At this time, they have each been advised to stay home and away from other people (isolate).
We have worked with the MDH to identify those who had close contact with the case, and have communicated with them individually. The risk of exposure for other individuals present in the building on that date is no greater than the risk of contracting the virus in the general community.
If you were not identified to have close contact with the positive case you should still monitor for symptoms of illness, but do not need to stay home unless symptoms develop. If symptoms develop, stay home and consult with your physician to determine if medical evaluation is needed.
We are working closely with MDH to monitor the situation.
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
COVID-19 Resources
If You Are Sick: COVID-19 (www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/sick.html)
Coronavirus (COVID-19) (www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
Sincerely,
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Dear Families, Students, and Staff,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) of a lab of a confirmed case of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) in a member of the Waubun school community with no exposure in our school community. For privacy reasons, we cannot share details about the status of the individual. At this time, they have each been advised to stay home and away from other people (isolate).
We have worked with the MDH to identify those who had close contact with the case, and have communicated with them individually. The risk of exposure for other individuals present in the building on that date is no greater than the risk of contracting the virus in the general community.
If you were not identified to have close contact with the positive case you should still monitor for symptoms of illness, but do not need to stay home unless symptoms develop. If symptoms develop, stay home and consult with your physician to determine if medical evaluation is needed.
We are working closely with MDH to monitor the situation.
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
COVID-19 Resources
If You Are Sick: COVID-19 (www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/sick.html)
Coronavirus (COVID-19) (www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
Sincerely,
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Taryn was chosen October Student of the Month!! Her teacher, Mrs. Bement says, “I chose Taryn because she is punctual about getting her work completed on time and she has excellent class participation. She does all of this with a smile on her face! She brings positive energy to our classroom and shows her Ogema PRIDE each and every day.”
Taryn is most thankful for her family because they feed and take care of her. Her favorite part of school is recess because she plays ‘bats and cats’ with her friends. Taryn has lots of cool tricks! She can do the splits and cartwheels. She can also do front handsprings, fronts slips, and no-hand cartwheels on the trampoline.
Taryn, you are friendly, kind, and full of life! Thank you for being an amazing child!!
Tuesday Trivia:
What is the traditional name for an Ojibwe house?
A- wigwam
B- lodge
C- tent
D- wickiup
yesterday's answer was Sage. Thank you everyone for playing! The students can answer by email for a chance to win a prize.
Ojibwe Word of the Day
Dear Families, Students, and Staff,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) of a lab of a confirmed case of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) in a member of the Waubun school community with no exposure in our school community. For privacy reasons, we cannot share details about the status of the individual. At this time, they have each been advised to stay home and away from other people (isolate).
We have worked with the MDH to identify those who had close contact with the case, and have communicated with them individually. The risk of exposure for other individuals present in the building on that date is no greater than the risk of contracting the virus in the general community.
If you were not identified to have close contact with the positive case you should still monitor for symptoms of illness, but do not need to stay home unless symptoms develop. If symptoms develop, stay home and consult with your physician to determine if medical evaluation is needed.
We are working closely with MDH to monitor the situation.
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
COVID-19 Resources
If You Are Sick: COVID-19 (www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/sick.html)
Coronavirus (COVID-19) (www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
Sincerely,
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Monday Morning Trivia:
Play for fun...
The four sacred herbs include tobacco, sweet grass, cedar and ______?
A- lavender
B- garlic
C- chives
D- sage
** Students play by email for a chance to win a prize- we play for fun on Facebook! Happy Monday
Word of the Day
Learning Model update 11-20-2020
Word of the Day
Dear Families, Students, and Staff,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) of a lab of a confirmed case of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) in a member of the Waubun school community with no exposure in our school community. For privacy reasons, we cannot share details about the status of the individual. At this time, they have each been advised to stay home and away from other people (isolate).
We have worked with the MDH to identify those who had close contact with the case, and have communicated with them individually. The risk of exposure for other individuals present in the building on that date is no greater than the risk of contracting the virus in the general community.
If you were not identified to have close contact with the positive case you should still monitor for symptoms of illness, but do not need to stay home unless symptoms develop. If symptoms develop, stay home and consult with your physician to determine if medical evaluation is needed.
We are working closely with MDH to monitor the situation.
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
COVID-19 Resources
If You Are Sick: COVID-19 (www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/sick.html)
Coronavirus (COVID-19) (www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
Sincerely,
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Dear Families, Students, and Staff,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) of a lab confirmed case of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) in a member of the Waubun school community with exposure dates of 11/11/20 and 11/12/20 in our school community. For privacy reasons, we cannot share details about the status of the person. At this time, they have been advised to stay home and away from other people (isolate).
We have worked with the MDH and White Earth Health to identify those who had close contact with the case, and have communicated with them individually. The risk of exposure for other individuals present in the building on that date is no greater than the risk of contracting the virus in the general community.
If you were not identified to have close contact with the positive case you should still monitor for symptoms of illness, but do not need to stay home unless symptoms develop. If symptoms develop, stay home and consult with your physician to determine if medical evaluation is needed.
We are working closely with MDH to monitor the situation.
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
COVID-19 Resources
If You Are Sick: COVID-19 (www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/sick.html)
Coronavirus (COVID-19) (www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
Sincerely,
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Way to go Vincent, Congratulation's!
Good job well done Jake!!
Way to go Jayden!
Congratulation's Piper!
Congratulations on a job well done.
Quarter 1 Honor Roll!
The Thunderbird football game VS. Polk County West, that was scheduled for Today 11/20/20 has been Cancelled!
Dear Families, Students, and Staff,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) of a lab confirmed case of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) in a member of the Waubun school community with an exposure date of 11/16/20 in our school community. For privacy reasons, we cannot share details about the status of the person. At this time, they have been advised to stay home and away from other people (isolate).
We have worked with the MDH and White Earth Health to identify those who had close contact with the case, and have communicated with them individually. The risk of exposure for other individuals present in the building on that date is no greater than the risk of contracting the virus in the general community.
If you were not identified to have close contact with the positive case you should still monitor for symptoms of illness, but do not need to stay home unless symptoms develop. If symptoms develop, stay home and consult with your physician to determine if medical evaluation is needed.
We are working closely with MDH to monitor the situation.
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
COVID-19 Resources
If You Are Sick: COVID-19 (www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/sick.html)
Coronavirus (COVID-19) (www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
Sincerely,
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Dear Families, Students, and Staff,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) of a lab of 2 confirmed cases of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) in members of the Waubun school community with no exposure in our school community. For privacy reasons, we cannot share details about the status of the individuals. At this time, they have each been advised to stay home and away from other people (isolate).
We have worked with the MDH to identify those who had close contact with the case, and have communicated with them individually. The risk of exposure for other individuals present in the building on that date is no greater than the risk of contracting the virus in the general community.
If you were not identified to have close contact with the positive case you should still monitor for symptoms of illness, but do not need to stay home unless symptoms develop. If symptoms develop, stay home and consult with your physician to determine if medical evaluation is needed.
We are working closely with MDH to monitor the situation.
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
COVID-19 Resources
If You Are Sick: COVID-19 (www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/sick.html)
Coronavirus (COVID-19) (www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
Sincerely,
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Updates for Thunderbird Fall Athletics:
The remainder of the Varsity, JV and C Team Volleyball games have been cancelled. The coaching staff will reach out to the volleyball players with more information soon.
The FINAL Thunderbird Football game will be played tomorrow (Friday) at Mahnomen High School at 2:00pm. This will conclude the 2020 football season.
#maskupThunderbirds
Stay Safe!!!
The football team will be playing Polk County West tomorrow (11/20) in Mahnomen at 2:00 p.m.
word of the day
Quarter 1 Honor Roll.. Congratulations to a job well done!!!
Word of the Day
Dear Families, Students, and Staff,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) of a lab confirmed case of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) in a member of the Waubun school community with exposure dates of 11/13/20-11/17/20 in our school community. For privacy reasons, we cannot share details about the status of the person. At this time, they have been advised to stay home and away from other people (isolate).
We have worked with the MDH and White Earth Health to identify those who had close contact with the case, and have communicated with them individually. The risk of exposure for other individuals present in the building on that date is no greater than the risk of contracting the virus in the general community.
If you were not identified to have close contact with the positive case you should still monitor for symptoms of illness, but do not need to stay home unless symptoms develop. If symptoms develop, stay home and consult with your physician to determine if medical evaluation is needed.
We are working closely with MDH to monitor the situation.
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
COVID-19 Resources
If You Are Sick: COVID-19 (www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/sick.html)
Coronavirus (COVID-19) (www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
Sincerely,
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Dear Families, Students, and Staff,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) of a lab confirmed case of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) in a member of the Waubun school community with no exposure in our school community. For privacy reasons, we cannot share details about the status of the individual. At this time, they have been advised to stay home and away from other people (isolate).
We have worked with the MDH to identify those who had close contact with the case, and have communicated with them individually. The risk of exposure for other individuals present in the building on that date is no greater than the risk of contracting the virus in the general community.
If you were not identified to have close contact with the positive case you should still monitor for symptoms of illness, but do not need to stay home unless symptoms develop. If symptoms develop, stay home and consult with your physician to determine if medical evaluation is needed.
We are working closely with MDH to monitor the situation.
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
COVID-19 Resources
If You Are Sick: COVID-19 (www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/sick.html)
Coronavirus (COVID-19) (www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
Sincerely,
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Tuesday Trivia:
What are the two largest Ojibwe reservations in Minnesota?
A- White Earth and Red Lake
B- Red Lake and Leech Lake
C- Leech Lake and White Earth
* yesterday's answer for letters not found in the Ojibwe alphabet are: f,l,q,r,u & x.
Thank you all for playing
Word of the Day
Dear Families, Students, and Staff,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) of a lab confirmed case of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) in 3 members of the Waubun school community with no exposure in our school community. For privacy reasons, we cannot share details about the status of the individuals. At this time, they have been advised to stay home and away from other people (isolate).
We have worked with the MDH to identify those who had close contact with the case, and have communicated with them individually. The risk of exposure for other individuals present in the building on that date is no greater than the risk of contracting the virus in the general community.
If you were not identified to have close contact with the positive case you should still monitor for symptoms of illness, but do not need to stay home unless symptoms develop. If symptoms develop, stay home and consult with your physician to determine if medical evaluation is needed.
We are working closely with MDH to monitor the situation.
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
COVID-19 Resources
If You Are Sick: COVID-19 (www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/sick.html)
Coronavirus (COVID-19) (www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
Sincerely,
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Learning Model Key
Dear Families, Students, and Staff,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) of a lab confirmed case of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) in 4 members of the Waubun school community with no exposure in our school community. For privacy reasons, we cannot share details about the status of the individuals. At this time, they have been advised to stay home and away from other people (isolate).
We have worked with the MDH to identify those who had close contact with the case, and have communicated with them individually. The risk of exposure for other individuals present in the building on that date is no greater than the risk of contracting the virus in the general community.
If you were not identified to have close contact with the positive case you should still monitor for symptoms of illness, but do not need to stay home unless symptoms develop. If symptoms develop, stay home and consult with your physician to determine if medical evaluation is needed.
We are working closely with MDH to monitor the situation.
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
COVID-19 Resources
If You Are Sick: COVID-19 (www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/sick.html)
Coronavirus (COVID-19) (www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
Sincerely,
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Monday Trivia-
Play just for fun... please keep answers and comments appropriate.
Name three letters that are not found in the Ojibwe alphabet.
There is still time to fill out the Family Engagement Survey. The deadline on this survey is November 20th. Please take 5 minutes to fill out. WOWE cares about your input.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdlJtdS1aCfYCgo6k6Qg7-EoIZs_SqojrezlqOn4o0CfUdEOA/viewform
Word of the DAy
Dear Families, Students, and Staff,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) of a lab confirmed case of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) in a member of the Waubun school community with no exposure in our school community. For privacy reasons, we cannot share details about the status of the person. At this time, they have been advised to stay home and away from other people (isolate).
We have worked with the MDH to identify those who had close contact with the case, and have communicated with them individually. The risk of exposure for other individuals present in the building on that date is no greater than the risk of contracting the virus in the general community.
If you were not identified to have close contact with the positive case you should still monitor for symptoms of illness, but do not need to stay home unless symptoms develop. If symptoms develop, stay home and consult with your physician to determine if medical evaluation is needed.
We are working closely with MDH to monitor the situation.
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
COVID-19 Resources
If You Are Sick: COVID-19 (www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/sick.html)
Coronavirus (COVID-19) (www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
Sincerely,
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Dear Families, Students, and Staff,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) of a lab-confirmed case of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) in a member of the Waubun school community with exposure dates of 11/10/20 and 11/11/20 in our school community. For privacy reasons, we cannot share details about the status of the person. At this time, they have been advised to stay home and away from other people (isolate).
We have worked with the MDH and White Earth Health to identify those who had close contact with the case, and have communicated with them individually. The risk of exposure for other individuals present in the building on that date is no greater than the risk of contracting the virus in the general community.
If you were not identified to have close contact with the positive case you should still monitor for symptoms of illness, but do not need to stay home unless symptoms develop. If symptoms develop, stay home, and consult with your physician to determine if a medical evaluation is needed.
We are working closely with MDH to monitor the situation.
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse, or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
COVID-19 Resources
If You Are Sick: COVID-19 (www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/sick.html)
Coronavirus (COVID-19) (www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
Sincerely,
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Happy World Kindness Day!
Volleyball with Winemac that was scheduled for Friday, Nov. 13th will now be played on Friday, Nov. 20th. C team at 5:00, B at 6:00, varsity to follow.
Word of the Day
The area Lions Clubs are have a winter wear and toy drive for local children.
Word of the day
Word of the Day
For those still wanting to sign up for meal pick . you can start from your here is the link. Just a friendly reminder that you first pick up is a week from your signup date.
https://forms.gle/aUuJozBLFQ138JB78
Jacob Olson works hard and has a positive attitude. He double-checks to make sure his school work is done and continually does his best.
Reminder: Waubun and Ogema site's meal pick up is being done tonight this week. Please come get your student's meals from 4:30 to 5:30. Thank you.
Karidee is an outstanding student! She does her best in everything she does and never gives up. Karidee is a strong leader and sets a great example for other students. I am very lucky to have her in my class. She never fails to put a smile on my face!
Congratulations Karidee
There will be another distance learning session at 5 pm today. Please post any questions in YouTube chat and they will answer them. Here is the link to the first session.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gVUsVHmNOaA
And her is the link to the slide show.
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/10l0wsECLaOQWUXrpzohEmWq8K5L7FUB_qwqLz5nzAWE/edit?usp=sharing
I would like to recognize Mason Drinkwine for his exceptional positive attitude. Mason comes to school each day with a smile on his face and greets everyone with a bright, "Hello". Mason is an extremely hard worker and strives to do better each and every day. Thank you Mason for being a great caring and positive role model for your peers! You are a joy to have in the classroom!
Ms. Ueke
4th Grade
We will have a distance learning information session at 10am on our Youtube channel. General information and Q and A
http://www.youtube.com/c/WaubunLivestream/live
November Student of the Month!
Clara is a great young lady who works very hard. She is always eager to learn something new and is not afraid to ask questions. She is kind to her classmates and contributes to a wonderful learning environment both in the distance learning format and the hybrid in school format. It's my honor to nominate Clara Heisler as the November student of the month in Mr. Qual's class.
Tuesday Trivia:
The original seven clans of the Ojibwe include the crane, loon, bear, fish, marten, bird and what? What is the 7th one?
A- wolf
B- deer
C- turkey
D- raccoon
Answer for fun... students in grades 4-12 were emailed the trivia for a chance to win a prize.
Ojibwe Word of the Day
FOOTBALL SCHEDULE CHANGES:
Canceled games: Lake Park on Thursday and Red Lake County on Monday, Nov. 16th.
Added game. Crookston on Wednesday, Nov. 11th. At Crookston. JV will play at 4:00 (high school practice field), Varsity at 6:00 at the UMC field.
Attention Parents & Families of WOWE Students!
Tomorrow our Family Literacy Specialists, Donna & Jen, will be hosting two LIVE information sessions regarding distance learning! They'll be going over some information that can help make this transition easier for your family as well as answer any questions you may have. Plan to hang out with them for 20-30 minutes.
Session 1- 10:00 a.m.
Session 2- 5:00 p.m.
These will also be recorded for anyone who is unable to join the live sessions.
A link will be provided tomorrow before each session.
See you tomorrow! November 10th.
Dear Families, Students, and Staff,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) of a lab confirmed case of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) in a member of the Waubun school community with an exposure date of November 2, 2020. For privacy reasons, we cannot share details about the status of the person. At this time, they have been advised to stay home and away from other people (isolate).
We have worked with the MDH to identify those who had close contact with the case, and have communicated with them individually. The risk of exposure for other individuals present in the building on that date is no greater than the risk of contracting the virus in the general community.
If you were not identified to have close contact with the positive case you should still monitor for symptoms of illness, but do not need to stay home unless symptoms develop. If symptoms develop, stay home and consult with your physician to determine if medical evaluation is needed.
We are working closely with MDH to monitor the situation.
If you have questions, contact Carolyn Cossette, School Nurse or Lisa Weber, Superintendent at 218-473-6171.
Thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.
COVID-19 Resources
If You Are Sick: COVID-19 (www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/sick.html)
Coronavirus (COVID-19) (www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
Sincerely,
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
word of the day
WOWE parents and guardians, our fall conferences are slated for Thursday, November 12, 2020 and Tuesday, November 17th, 2020 from 3:30 p.m to 7:00 p.m. These will be teleconferences. Please schedule a time with your teacher(s) as soon as you can. Here is a link to our staff page to assist you with contacting your students' teacher(s):https://www.waubun.k12.mn.us/o/waubunogemawhiteearthschoolsmn/staff .
Attention Parents & Families of WOWE Students!
Tomorrow our Family Literacy Specialists, Donna & Jen, will be hosting two LIVE information sessions regarding distance learning! They'll be going over some information that can help make this transition easier for your family as well as answer any questions you may have. Plan to hang out with them for 20-30 minutes.
Session 1- 10:00 a.m.
Session 2- 5:00 p.m.
These will also be recorded for anyone who is unable to join the live sessions.
A link will be provided tomorrow before each session.
See you tomorrow! November 10th.
Class of 2021!
Although this year looks different than year’s past, you are still seniors and we want to make sure you still have the chance to celebrate this HUGE milestone!
Below is a link that will take you directly to your school’s ordering page. Check out the awesome senior gear and other keepsakes, such as class rings (CHECK OUT THE NEW CLASS BAND). All items will ship directly home to you. Please allow 4-6 weeks for class rings to be delivered.
CLICK HERE TO ACCESS YOUR SCHOOL'S ORDERING PORTAL!
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1061954/Waubun-High-School/
Regardless of how things are right now, don’t let that stop you from enjoying the BEST YEAR of your high school journey and thanks for allowing us the GREAT HONOR of being a part of it.
Sincerely,
Jostens
Monday
VB at Crookston C team at 5:00
Tuesday
VB in Waubun vs Ada C team at 5:00
Thursday
Football at Lake Park 4:00 varsity only
Friday
VB in Mahnomen vs Winemac C team 5:00
JH GB at Lake Park 4:30 and 5:30
Reminder:
PTSO Pizza Pick up Today!!
3:30-5:00pm Ogema School parking lot.
All 7th and 8th Graders!!!
Please come to the high school office to pick up your Distance learning Material. You will need these starting Tuesday!!!
There has been updates to the meal pick up, for those who are in Waubun/Ogema.
Please see the following link for Thunderbird Clothing!
Booster clothing order will be up for the next two weeks and will be delivered in time for Christmas!
https://spectrum-apparel.com/WaubunBooster/shop/home
Please See the link for our Distance Learning Plan
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cLZpAfdcFYOJR6YJfyX4Bb4hPrnTzvVH/view?usp=sharing
Livestream for the Football game vs Frazee (Thursday) Varsity Starts at 6:00pm... JV at 4:00pm
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjP0XiLB1mK42ZWZiYncx2g
November Student of the Month
Mr. Skaaland’s 4th Grade Class
The volleyball match vs Bagley on Monday Nov. 9 has been cancelled. We added a match at Crookston on Monday Nov. 9 instead. The C team will play at 5:00 with JV and varsity to follow. Each player will be allowed two guests. They will be charging $5 admission per guest. They ask that you bring correct change.
Congratulations to our Senior of the Month: Ozaawaa Burnett
Ojibwe Word of the Day
Distance Learning begins Tuesday, November 10, 2020: The School Board passed the Distance Learning Plan tonight. This has been a very challenging decision. Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work together through these difficult times. Thursday, November 5th and Friday, November 6th will be staff planning days. Monday, November 9, will be an In-service day. There will be no school, child care services, food service, or transportation services on these days (Thursday-Monday). The first day of Distance Learning will be Tuesday, November 10th. More information will be sent out tomorrow. Have a good evening.
Special Board Meeting
Distance Learning Plan
http://www.youtube.com/c/WaubunLivestream/live
Listening Session and Discussion about Distance Learning
Wednesday November 4th
6:00pm in the Commons Area
Please submit questions, comments, or suggestions to the public comment email publiccomment@waubun.k12.mn.us
Your submissions will be addressed during the meeting.
MEAL DELIVERY UPDATE 11/4/20
All meal deliveries for the White Earth site will be done tonight for the week. If you normally pick up meals on Thursdays you will need to pick up tonight instead from 5:00 to 5:30 pm. No meals will be delivered tomorrow, 11/5/20. Thank you.
Ojibwe Word of the Day
Thunderbird Student Spotlight!
Ben was chosen as October Student of the Month in Kindergarten. His teacher, Mrs. Erickson says, “I chose Ben as Student of the Month because he always strives to do his best in school, wherever he is. He shows respect by raising his hand and using his manners, and is a great leader by walking quietly in the halls. He is also a good friend to all, always making his friends giggle and laugh. Congratulations, Ben! ”
Ben is most thankful for his mom because she makes good dinners. His favorite is meatballs! Ben’s favorite part of school is gym class where he loves to run, skip, and play freeze tag.
Fun facts about Ben: He hunts with his dad. According to him, they get really big deer!! Ben can also do a handstand on a trampoline.
Ben, you are amazing!! Keep up the good work!
Tomorrow will be a Distance Learning day (like a Friday). This will require attendance check-ins. The Board will be revisiting the Learning Model Shift to Distance Learning at the Wednesday, November 4th, Special Board meeting at 6:00 pm. That will determine our school model for the remainder of the week and next week. There will be tier 1 childcare tomorrow. I apologize for the last-minute change, but if we as a District are undecided about changing our model, we cannot use tomorrow or the rest of the week as planning days. Information regarding our model and schedule will be sent out immediately following the school board meeting. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public Schools
Native American Heritage Month: We pay tribute to the rich ancestry and traditions of Native Americans. The month is a time to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and to acknowledge the important contributions of Native people.
Trivia for today:
Which President approved the first joint resolution designating November as “Native American Indian Heritage Month”?
A- George H.W. Bush
B- John F. Kennedy
C- Ronald Reagan
D- Barack Obama
Sports & Activities
Thursday: Volleyball @ Park Christian (HAS BEEN CANCELLED) _ Football @ Frazee (JV @4pm and Varsity @ 6pm)
Friday: Football @ LPA- HAS BEEN MOVED TO MONDAY (Varsity Only at 4pm)
JH Girls Basketball will start on Wednesday, first practice is in Mahnomen. Questions please see Ms. Ridlon
Word of the Day
Dear Waubun High School Students & Parents,
What does it mean to earn your varsity letter?
The Varsity Letter represents long hard days of practice, study, the challenging and exhilarating contest, sportsmanship, citizenship, and talent. It represents the unselfish faithfulness to the team while in pursuit of the goal to do your best. It symbolizes cherished memories of experiences with teammates, opponents, coaches, teachers, and parents. Those who earn our Varsity Letter are reflections of the ideals and spirit of our school. The letter is a perpetual reminder of the inspiration, leadership, and pride embedded in what it means to be a Varsity Letter Winner.
Now is your chance to order your official WAUBUN THUNDERBIRDS letterman's jacket. The jacket price begins at $218.95 and includes the school letter, leather sleeves, and embroidered name. Additional upgrades available when completing order form below
GROUP ORDER DEADLINE: Wednesday, November 4
Here is how you order:
Review the attached patch flyer that contains a list of all patches that are available for decorating your jacket
Make note of the patch codes (noted below the patch) you want
Complete your order form at the following link: WAUBUN Jacket Order Form Link
Before completing this form, it is recommended that you have the following:
i. Tape measure for sizing
ii. Patch codes and descriptions from #1 above
Be on the lookout for a call from our Jostens rep to finalize your order and submit payment after you have submitted your order form in step #2 above.
PLEASE NOTE: Orders received after the deadline above will pay individual shipping rates.
BONUS!! Order a class ring at the same time and receive $50.00 off your combined order. Offer excludes Tradewinds and Basic Collections. Visit www.jostens.com to order yours now!
Reminder: Quarter 1 ends on FRIDAY!
Native American Heritage Month Trivia on Monday and Tuesdays. Students can answer by replying to their email for a chance to win a prize. Just for fun, Let's see if you can answer this one correctly...
How many reservations are there in Minnesota?
A- 9
B-15
C- 11
D- 7
minose and miigwech
November is Native American Heritage Month. Our Amazing Indian Education Staff is having a "Word of the Day" throughout the month. Native American Heritage Month is a way to celebrate and recognize the accomplishments of Indigenous Peoples.
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth(WOWE) School District is searching for your answers! WOWE cares about the families we serve. Please click on the link to take a 5 minute family engagement survey.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdlJtdS1aCfYCgo6k6Qg7-EoIZs_SqojrezlqOn4o0CfUdEOA/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0&gxids=7757
Waubun Homecoming Coronation 2020 #waubunhoco2020
Waubun Homecoming Coronation 2020 #waubunhoco2020
Waubun Homecoming Coronation 2020 #waubunhoco2020
👑Click the following YouTube link to view Waubun Homecoming Coronation - 2020 Edition. 👑
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Renf4fAh16M
Happy Friday!
Homecoming 2020
Thunderbirds Cheerleaders!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/16DCejJWmePd_DPrBZxo0MDnS0bmDuw2o/view?usp=sharing
Link to Livestream the Volleyball Game tonight. (Thursday)
*you do need to create an account but it's very simple to do.
https://watch.myathleteapp.com/auth/sign-in
Livestream for JH Football tonight
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PAEo5797wf4&pbjreload=101
The District has received 200 more Farm to Families food boxes thanks to the USDA Farm to Family Food Program and the White Earth Feeding Our Families Food Program. We will be giving them out today starting at 1:30pm at the Waubun High School. Please go to the kitchen door at the Northeast corner of the school. We will have them available for pick up till 5:30pm or until gone. Food boxes contain fruits, vegetables, meat and dairy products. Any family can pick up a box.
Happy Thursday!!!
Homecoming video of the Day!! New Teachers- Halloween Style
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OTdS9hi0KQd_oyyk5MZg7kjU-7qWmAAR/view?usp=sharing
Special Board Meeting
http://www.youtube.com/c/WaubunLivestream/live
Listening Session and Discussion about Distance Learning
Friday October 30th
7:30am in the Media Center
Please submit questions, comments, or suggestions to the public comment email publiccomment@waubun.k12.mn.us
Your submissions will be addressed during the meeting.
Mr. Skaaland's (4th grade) Group A Halloween
Mrs. Syverson all ready for Hobo, Hunting and Haunting day.
The Circus is in town! (Kickstart teachers and paras)
Thursday: Varsity Volleyball @ Park Christian ~ JH Football @ LPA is still on- bus leaves Waubun @ 3:30
Saturday:Varsity Football will play Walker-Hackensack-Akeley this Saturday in Waubun. JV will play at 11am and Varsity will play at 1pm
Essay and Poster Contest:
In honor of Native American Heritage Month the Indian Education Department will he holding these contests in November,
Grades 4-6: Native American Poster Contest- Due on November 25th- Any needed supplies can be picked up from your teacher… PRIZE: $25 Gift Card
Grades 7-12: Essay Contest. Check your email for full details and the essay topic. Must be at least 2 paragraphs. Anyone who enters will receive extra credit in their English Class.. JH and SH winners each receive a $25 Gift Card. Due November 25th.
The Friday Night Movie is on! Now showing: Monster House. Movie is Free, Concessions will be available to purchase. The movie will start at 7:00. Bring your chairs and blankets and dress for the weather.
Happy Wednesday!
Third day of Homecoming Week!!!
FOOTBALL!!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oiAn8c7LIzoAJZq5LISiYjmq1mCHAyIt/view?usp=sharing
Congratulations to our Unity Week Poster winners: ~ Senior High: LaRissa Bevins-
Congratulations to our Unity Week Poster winners: 4th grade: Rilee Bement & Gabriel Demere 6th grade: Haydn Bement & Travis Bevins ~
There will be Jr High Football practice today (Tuesday) and tomorrow in Mahnomen.
Homecoming coronation is Friday, October 30 at 12:00. Grades 9-12 and school staff, look for the King and Queen ballot in your email this week. Only two guests per candidate will be allowed to attend coronation. A Homecoming video will be shared on the school website for the rest of the community to watch on Friday.
Varsity Football will play Walker-Hackensack-Akeley this Saturday in Waubun. JV will play at 11am and Varsity will play at 1pm
There will be Jr High Football practice today (Tuesday) and tomorrow in Mahnomen. Game at LPA is still on for Thursday. Bus will leave Waubun at 3:30
Happy Tuesday!! Day two of Homecoming!!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Dc9QXJkJET1WW1hjPHxIXvwcEA2Gi-44/view?usp=sharing
Dear Waubun-Ogema-White-Earth Learning Community,
Good afternoon, the time has come to transition to Distance Learning. We did not have enough substitute staff to cover our absences again today. This issue is “snowballing” for us. We cannot implement a learning model without the staff to run it. I know this is going to be a challenge for many of our families. We really have tried every option we could to keep students on site. We all agree this is where they learn best. COVID-19 and the issues it creates continues to create significant challenges. We have been struggling with staffing for a few weeks, but the last two weeks have been extremely difficult. There are many requirements around testing and close contact tracing intended to prevent the spread of the virus. We are following those protocols or requirements to protect our students and staff. In doing so, we are running into staffing and student attendance issues. As a results, we will need to make the shift to the Distance Learning Model for the following reasons:
1. We do not have the staff to implement the Hybrid model.
First contact/Close Contact create 14 day leaves that we do not have sufficient staffing to cover for their absence.
Increase of positive cases in the school are creating 14 day leaves that are impossible for us to fill.
An increase of “two or more symptoms” is causing many staff to miss 3-5 days waiting for testing to return. While this is fewer days, combined with the two issues above, this is becoming impossible to cover these leaves.
2. Mahnomen, Becker, and White Earth case Counts per 10,000 are continuing to rise and are well above the Distance Learning threshold.
Our case counts are now, in the 50s, 60s, and 70s. 30-50 is Distance Learning for secondary and 50 and higher is Distance Learning for Pk-12.
We are beginning to see an increase in positive cases in students. This increases risk to all.
Please see the schedule below:
Distance Learning will begin on Tuesday, November 10, 2020.
Last days Of Hybrid Learning: Attendance required to get equipment and materials-Monday, November 2, 2020 and Tuesday, November 3, 2020.
Planning Days for staff: No school for students, No Tier1 Child Care or Food service Wednesday- Friday, November 3-6, 2020
Teacher In-service November 9, 2020: No school for students, No Tier 1 Child Care or Food Service
Distance Learning starts: Tuesday, November 10, 2020: Tier 1 Child Care resumes.
Thursday, November 12 and 17, Fall Conferences: via phone or Google meets
Return to Hybrid Plan:
We will be consider the following the indicators for the return to Hybrid:
1. Stabilized staff. Staff will be working on site. We will monitor the positive cases, testing, and first contact/close contact tracing. When staff is stabilized it will be a strong indicator for a transition back to Hybrid Learning.
2. School positive cases. We will work with public health employees to monitor our school positive case counts to measure the risk level of return. We do not want to return, put children and staff at risk, and then have to return to distance learning again right away. We will monitor our school cases to indicate the level of risk for return.
3. We will continue to meet on a regular basis with our local health partners to review all relevant data and information to return as soon as we can have a safe and stable return to Hybrid and then transition to In-person as case counts and safety allows.
We are constantly monitoring our data. If our staffing stabilizes before November 10th, we will stay in the Hybrid model and cancel the transition. We also will watch for the County and Tribal case counts. If they are trending in the hybrid scale range that will also be an indicator that pandemic spread will be decreasing in our area. We would look at staying Hybrid.
If you have questions or concerns, please contact me at 218-473-6171 or 218-850-7844.
Please see the attached Distance Learning Plan and the Safe Learning Plan posted on the District Website for more details.
No matter what learning model we are in, let’s work together to make it the best learning possible. We will be working very hard on our planning days to make the best instructional strategies and plans possible.
Sincerely,
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
District Administration Leadership Team
Regional Health Team
Dear Waubun Sophomore Parents/Guardians,
Every now and then you have an opportunity to celebrate and recognize your story like never before.
At Waubun HS the traditions of class rings have lived for nearly a century. Although we still have our traditional pieces, you don't want to miss our new Class Band Collection. It is a whole new generation of design.
At Jostens, we look forward to assisting you in the upcoming days as you design your one of a kind statement of you!!
Check out the video series below!
CLASS JEWELRY ORDER DEADLINE: Wednesday, November 4
PLEASE NOTE: In order to take advantage of our FREE CUSTOM ADIDAS BACKPACK & FREE COMPANION RING, order by the deadline noted above!
https://view.vidreach.io/viewer/reach/ea528bb5-6689-4dc2-8dd0-afcd43ca5f49/57eb708e-f129-4dfe-b359-5fab0494ab1a/79dbb836-ffdf-43b1-b313-b94ab83d232a?pk_campaign=57eb708e-f129-4dfe-b359-5fab0494ab1a
JV football game @EGF for today has been postponed
Today: JV Football game at East Grand Forks has been postponed.. ~ JH Volleyball vs Ada-Borup/West (@ Mahnomen)
Volleyball game Monday, Oct 26 in Waubun vs LPA. Each player will get to invite 2 people, parent/guardian/adult preferably. Please provide a cell phone number where guests can be reached. We ask that when the girl that invites them is done with her game, they leave please. Also, please don't show up until the girl that you invite is scheduled to play. Fans will sit on the East side bleachers. Only the people that are invited and on the list will be admitted in. Masks and social distancing will be required! Volleyball girls are to see your coach for more information.------KRJM will be providing coverage for the game on Radio (101.5 fm) and an online Livestream at yourliveevent.com
Homecoming Week:
Dress Up Days: Post pics of yourself and friends using the hashtag #waubunhoco2020
Monday: Pajamas
Tuesday: Jersey Day
Wednesday: Triple H (Hobo, Haunting, or Hunting)
Thursday: Inside Out Day
Friday: Spirit Day
Now is your chance to order your official WAUBUN THUNDERBIRDS letterman's jacket. The jacket price begins at $218.95 and includes the school letter, leather sleeves, and embroidered name. Additional upgrades available when completing order form below
GROUP ORDER DEADLINE: Wednesday, November 4
Here is how you order:
Review the attached patch flyer that contains a list of all patches that are available for decorating your jacket
Make note of the patch codes (noted below the patch) you want
Complete your order form at the following link: WAUBUN Jacket Order Form Link
Before completing this form, it is recommended that you have the following:
i. Tape measure for sizing
ii. Patch codes and descriptions from #1 above
Be on the lookout for a call from our Jostens rep to finalize your order and submit payment after you have submitted your order form in step #2 above.
PLEASE NOTE: Orders received after the deadline above will pay individual shipping rates.
BONUS!! Order a class ring at the same time and receive $50.00 off your combined order. Offer excludes Tradewinds and Basic Collections. Visit www.jostens.com to order yours now!
Homecoming Daily Video
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Yhwsqlt0WrlGHEEs5g7f3pFEzIOhSz1c/view?usp=sharing
Waubun Homecoming 2020!
Please read an updated message from Superintendent Lisa Weber
https://docs.google.com/document/d/11Itb_wrMWUATa2yEAh8vKfZ8VuVwPR5pgvudLjo_Wlo/edit?usp=sharing
Dear Families, Students, and Staff,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) of lab confirmed cases of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) in 4 members of the Waubun school community. One member had no school contact exposure. The other three with exposure date(s) of October 13th, 14th, 15th, 19th, and 20th, 2020.
We have worked with the MDH to identify those who had close contact with the case, and have communicated with them individually. The risk of exposure for other individuals present in the building on that date is no greater than the risk of contracting the virus in the general community.
If you were not identified to have close contact with the positive case you should still monitor for symptoms of illness, but do not need to stay home unless symptoms develop. If symptoms develop, stay home and consult with your physician to determine if medical evaluation is needed.
We understand that this may create unease in our community. We have taken action to clean and sanitize the facility and are working closely with MDH to monitor the situation. We are asking all members of our community to minimize the spread of illness by taking the following actions:
Protect yourself and others by wearing a face covering when it is hard to stay 6 feet away from people; washing your hands often with soap and water; covering your cough and sneeze; and avoiding touching your face with unwashed hands.
If you are sick, stay home from child care and other activities.
Be prepared in case you get sick and need to stay home. Keep enough food, regular prescription drugs, and other necessities on hand in case you need to stay home and are not able to go out easily.
Frequently clean all commonly touched surfaces (e.g., telephones, doorknobs, countertops, etc.).
If symptoms develop, stay home and consult with your physician to determine if medical evaluation is needed. If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, MDH recommends:
Stay at home for at least 10 days, and for 24 hours with no fever and improvement of other symptoms (Your fever should be gone for 24 hours without using fever-reducing medicine).
Use the CDC website on how to with COVID-19.
If your household contacts were exposed to you while you had symptoms, they should try to stay home as much as possible for 14 days.
This is a challenging time and I know many of you may be feeling stress or anxiety. We will get through this together as a community, and will be stronger when we emerge.
Resources that you may find valuable are:
MDH Coronavirus:
MDH If You Are Sick:
CDC Coronavirus:
Sincerely,
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools
Football game Saturday vs Pelican Rapids has been cancelled
C team game on Monday vs LPA has been cancelled. JV (6:00pm) and Varsity (to follow) are still on as of now.
No Varsity Football practice today
No Junior High Volleyball practice today
No Junior High Football practice today. There will be Junior High practice next Tuesday and Wednesday in Mahnomen.
The District has received 200 Farm to Families food boxes thanks to the USDA Farm to Family Food Program and the White Earth Feeding Our Families Food Program. We will be giving them out today starting at 1:30pm at the Waubun High School. Please go to the kitchen door at the Northeast corner of the school. We will have them available for pick up till 5:30pm or until gone. Food boxes contain fruits, vegetables, meat, dairy and milk. Any family can pick up a box.
Mr. Qual's 4th grade celebrating Unity Week #Unityweek2020
Volleyball game with Bagley that was scheduled for today, has been moved to November 9. Game will be in Waubun starting with C team at 5, JV at 6 and Varsity to follow.
Junior High Football Game at LPA will be moved to Thursday, Oct 29
Junior High Football Game at LPA will be moved to Thursday, Oct 29
Junior High Football update - game has been cancelled. LPA is closing school for the day
Picture Retakes!
Saturday's Football game with Pelican Rapids will now be at 4:00pm, not 3:00pm.
Junior High Football game with LPA is still on for now. Stay tuned for updates. Bus is scheduled to leave Waubun at 3:30pm. As soon as we hear anything further, the information will be posted here.
There will be a JV Football game at East Grand Forks on Monday, Oct 26 at 6:30. Bus will leave Waubun at 3:45.
Volleyball game Monday, Oct 26 in Waubun vs LPA.
Each player will get to invite 2 people, parent/guardian/adult preferably. Please provide a cell phone number where guests can be reached. We ask that when the girl that invites them is done with her game, they leave please. Also, please don't show up until the girl that you invite is scheduled to play. Fans will sit on the East side bleachers. Only the people that are invited and on the list will be admitted in. Masks and social distancing will be required! Volleyball girls are to see your coach for more information.
KRJM will be providing coverage for the game on Radio (101.5 fm) and an online Livestream at yourliveevent.com
Mr. Qual's 4th grade honored Unity Day today by signing pledge cards and receiving Kindness bracelets. #unityday2020
Dear Families/Students/Staff,
We were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) of 2 lab confirmed cases of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) in 2 members of the Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools community with no exposure in our school community.
We have worked with the MDH to confirm that the individual was not present in the building while infectious. The risk of exposure for community members is no greater than the risk of contracting the virus in the general community.
Since you were not identified to have close contact with the positive case you should still monitor for symptoms of illness, but do not need to stay home unless symptoms develop. If symptoms develop, stay home and consult with your physician to determine if medical evaluation is needed.
We understand that this may create unease in our community. We have taken action to clean and sanitize the facility and are working closely with MDH to monitor the situation. We are asking all members of our community to minimize the spread of illness by taking the following actions:
• Protect yourself and others by wearing a face covering when it is hard to stay 6 feet away from people; washing your hands often with soap and water; covering your cough and sneeze; and avoiding touching your face with unwashed hands.
• If you are sick, stay home from child care and other activities.
• Be prepared in case you get sick and need to stay home. Keep enough food, regular prescription drugs, and other necessities on hand in case you need to stay home and are not able to go out easily.
• Frequently clean all commonly touched surfaces (e.g., telephones, doorknobs, countertops, etc.).
If symptoms develop, stay home and consult with your physician to determine if medical evaluation is needed. If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, MDH recommends:
1. Stay at home for at least 10 days, and for 3 days with no fever and improvement of other symptoms (Your fever should be gone for 3 days without using fever-reducing medicine).
2. Use the CDC website on how to Care for yourself at Home with COVID-19.
3. If your household contacts were exposed to you while you had symptoms, they should try to stay home as much as possible for 14 days.
This is a challenging time and I know many of you may be feeling stress or anxiety. We will get through this together as a community, and will be stronger when we emerge.
Resources that you may find valuable are:
• MDH Coronavirus: https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html
• MDH If You Are Sick: https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/sick.html
• CDC Coronavirus: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
Sincerely,
Lisa Weber, Superintendent
Picture Retakes
Football game vs Pelican Rapids was moved to SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 at 3pm and will be played at MOORHEAD HIGH SCHOOL. JV game has been cancelled.
Junior High Football practice has been cancelled for tonight
Sports/Activities
Thursday: Varsity Volleyball vs Bagley (@ Waubun) HAS BEEN CANCELLED
Friday: Varsity Football @ Pelican Rapids
The 2020 Girls Basketball Clothing order is available! We wanted to get folks their gear a tad earlier this year, so you can have it for the season. The store closes on November 5th.
https://www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/MWGBB2020
Pictures have arrived!!
Pre K-6th Grade~ teachers will hand them out!
7-12 Graders~ 1st period teachers will have them available for you!
DISTANCE LEARNERS~ Please pick up at the corresponding office~
Hearing/ Vision Screening & Flu shots @ the Ogema School Gymnasium October 29th & November 4th 9-3:00pm!
Parents~ Please be sure to complete the Influenza Vaccine Form and return to school!
Junior High Football will not have practice tonight.
Junior High Football game at LPA today has been postponed. The game will be moved to Thursday, October 22
Livestream link for tonight's Junior High Football at LPA https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4n--gBeuyaJ0hetrff9FPQ
Livestream for Friday's Football game at Pelican Rapids. Go to https://www.pelicanrapids.k12.mn.us/ On the top of the page, there will be a link to "Viking Live Stream"
Livestream for Friday's Football game at Pelican Rapids. Go to https://www.pelicanrapids.k12.mn.us/ On the top of the page, there will be a link to "Viking Live Stream"
JH Volleyball game will be on Facebook live tonight. Check the Mahnomen School Facebook page to watch
Day 2 of our Unity Week.
Seven Grandfathers: Many Anishinaabe view the Seven Grandfather Teachings as traditional knowledge that collectively represents what is needed for community survival. These also go hand in hand with our Unity Week of acceptance, unity and kindness. They symbolize much of what defines showing your THUNDERBIRD PRIDE.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZGh1BXrf_Os
Streaming/Radio information for tonight's Volleyball game at Fosston:
You can stream the games on: facebook.com/fosstongreyhounds
https://www.gvtel.com/video/livestream
Watch on Garden Valley TV on Channel 31 (don't think too many if any would have this service).
Radio: 96.7 FM