ELC High School Announcements

April 25 2025

Cycle 12- Day 5- Week 5

Happy birthday: none
Activities: April Today 10 a.m. B golf at Western Christian Tournament, 4 p.m. B tennis at Clear Lake, 4:30 p.m. G ELC Relays H; (28) 11 a.m. B golf at Denison, 4 p.m. G golf at Cherokee, B tennis at Storm Lake, G tennis H w/Storm Lake, 4:30 G track Humboldt, 6 p.m. B soccer at Western Christian, 7 p.m. G soccer at Spirit Lake
Seniors-Pick up graduation caps & gowns Todayfrom 10am-1pm in the cafeteria.
Purple Cord Hours-March -due April 30 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting February hours*
Purple Cord -The VFW does Bingo on Tuesday evenings from 6 to 9. Two people per Bingo night are requested to assist in calling the game, setting it up and working with the other VFW volunteers. If you are interested and would like more information, please contact: Melissa Lutat at Melissa. Lutat@outlook.com
Purple Cord-The Estherville Little League Association is looking for volunteers to help in the concession stands at Thoreson this year during little league games and during some middle school softball games. Volunteers would help take orders, collect money, give back change, and serve food items to customers. They may also help with some clean up in the concession area. Please reach out to esthervillelittleleague@gmail.com if you are interested or if you have any questions. We are also looking for concession stand help during our softball tournament on Saturday, May 11th.

PLAN AHEAD-DATES TO REMEMBER: 5/16 Last Day for Seniors, 5/18 Graduation, 5/20 End 4th Quarter, 2nd Semester, 5-21 Teacher In-Service Day

April 24, 2025

Cycle 12- Day 4 - Week 5

Happy birthday: Kate Ruschy today.
Activities: April Today 4 p.m. B golf at Brooks, Spirit Lake, B tennis H w/ Spencer, G tennis at Spencer, 4:30 G golf at Harris Lake Park, B track at Algona, 5:30 p.m. G soccer at Okoboji, 7 p.m. B soccer at Spirit Lake; (25) 10 a.m. B golf at Western Christian Tournament, 4 p.m. B tennis at Clear Lake, 4:30 p.m. G ELC Relays H; (28) 11 a.m. B golf at Denison, 4 p.m. G golf at Cherokee, B tennis at Storm Lake, G tennis H w/Storm Lake, 4:30 G track Humboldt, 6 p.m. B soccer at Western Christian, 7 p.m. G soccer at Spirit Lake
Seniors-Pick up graduation caps & gowns on Friday, April 25th from 10am-1pm in the cafeteria.
Purple Cord Hours-March -due April 30 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting February hours*
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the lunch room, Thursday, April 24 . Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu

PLAN AHEAD-DATES TO REMEMBER: 5/16 Last Day for Seniors, 5/18 Graduation, 5/20 End 4th Quarter, 2nd Semester, 5-21 Teacher In-Service Day

April 23, 2025

Cycle 12- Day 3 - Week 5

Happy birthday: Amayah Connelly today
Activities: April (24) 4 p.m. B golf at Brooks, Spirit Lake, B tennis H w/ Spencer, G tennis at Spencer, 4:30 G golf at Harris Lake Park, B track at Algona, 5:30 p.m. G soccer at Okoboji, 7 p.m. B soccer at Spirit Lake; (25) 10 a.m. B golf at Western Christian Tournament, 4 p.m. B tennis at Clear Lake, 4:30 p.m. G ELC Relays H; (28) 11 a.m. B golf at Denison, 4 p.m. G golf at Cherokee, B tennis at Storm Lake, G tennis H w/Storm Lake, 4:30 G track Humboldt, 6 p.m. B soccer at Western Christian, 7 p.m. G soccer at Spirit Lake
Seniors-Pick up graduation caps & gowns on Friday, April 25th from 10am-1pm in the cafeteria.
Purple Cord Hours-March -due April 30 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting February hours*
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the lunch room, Thursday, April 24 . Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu

PLAN AHEAD-DATES TO REMEMBER: 5/16 Last Day for Seniors, 5/18 Graduation, 5/20 End 4th Quarter, 2nd Semester, 5-21 Teacher In-Service Day

April 17, 2025

Cycle 12- Day 2 - Week 4

Happy birthday: Brynn Finley, Mallory Peters today, Angel Castro 4-18, Nicholas Kazmerzak 4-19
Activities: April Today 4 p.m. G Golf H w/Algona, North Union, B Golf at North Kossuth, 4:30 p.m. B track H, G track at Spencer; (21) 10 a.m. B golf at Spencer, G golf H, 4 p.m. G tennis H w/Spirit Lake, Okoboji, B tennis at Spirit Lake, Okoboji; (22) 4 p.m. G golf at Storm Lake, B golf H w/Storm Lake, 4:30 G/B track at Spirit Lake, 6:30 p.m B soccer at Storm Lake, 7 p.m. G Soccer at Okoboji
Seniors-Pick up graduation caps & gowns on Friday, April 25th from 10am-1pm in the cafeteria.
Midterms- Today
No school-4-18, 4-21 Easter break, 4-22 Teacher PD/Collaboration, 4-23 will be Day 3
Purple Cord Hours-March -due April 30 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting February hours*
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the lunch room, Thursday, April 24 . Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu

PLAN AHEAD-DATES TO REMEMBER: 4/17 Midterms, 4/18 No school-Good Friday, 4/21 No school-Easter Break, 4/22 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 5/16 Last Day for Seniors, 5/18 Graduation, 5/20 End 4th Quarter, 2nd Semester, 5-21 Teacher In-Service Day

April 16, 2025

Cycle 12- Day 1 - Week 4

Happy birthday: Osvaldo Jimenez Luna today
Activities: April (17) 4 p.m. G Golf H w/Algona, North Union, B Golf at North Kossuth, 4:30 p.m. B track H, G track a Spencer; (21) 10 a.m. B golf at Spencer, G golf H, 4 p.m. G tennis H w/Spirit Lake, Okoboji, B tennis at Spirit Lake, Okoboji; (22) 4 p.m. G golf at Storm Lake, B golf H w/Storm Lake, 4:30 G/B track at Spirit Lake, 6:30 p.m B soccer at Storm Lake, 7 p.m. G Soccer at Okoboji
Football: We will have an information meeting for the upcoming season today at 3:30 pm in the gym. Topics covered will be the summer workout schedule, camp and season dates. Contact Coach Rezac if you have any questions.
US Air Force-JIMMIE M. HINOJOZA, TSgt, USAF (recruiter) here today during both lunches to visit.
Midterms- Thursday, April 17th
No school-4-18, 4-21 Easter break, 4-22 Teacher PD/Collaboration, 4-23 will be Day 3
Purple Cord Hours-March -due April 30 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting February hours*

April 15, 2025

Cycle 11- Day 6- Week 4

Happy birthday: Grady Gesche today
Activities: April 12 noon G Tennis at Sergeant Bluff-Luton, B Tennis H w/Sergeant Bluff-Luton, B golf H w/Cherokee Washington, 4:30 p.m. G/B Track aT Spirit Lake, 6:30 p.m. B Soccer at Open Space Athletic Space; 6:45 p.m. . G Soccer at Okoboji
Football: We will have an information meeting for the upcoming season on Wednesday, April 16th at 3:30 pm in the gym. Topics covered will be the summer workout schedule, camp and season dates. Contact Coach Rezac if you have any questions.
US Air Force-JIMMIE M. HINOJOZA, TSgt, USAF (recruiter) here on April 16th during both lunches to visit.
Midterms- Thursday, April 17th
Reminder Seniors: The local scholarships that get turned into ELC are due today to the google classroom. Please check turn in dates and locations of the other scholarships.
Community Blood Bank Today 8:00am-3:30pm, Check-in entryway. Mrs. Paulson emailed signup sheet. Must be 17 years old (16 years old with signed parent/legal guardian consent form) and weigh at least 110 lbs. Eat breakfast and lunch. Donate Blood - Save Life.
No school-4-18, 4-21 Easter break, 4-22 Teacher PD/Collaboration, 4-23 will be Day 3
Purple Cord Hours-March -due April 30 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting February hours*
No Mentoring-Demony has Iowa Assessments this week so there will be no mentoring.

April 14, 2025

Cycle 11- Day 5- Week 4

Happy birthday: Rozalyn Simpson, Marcus Velasquez, Matthew DeWitt, Jaleel Velasquez today
Activities: April (14) 4 p.m. G Tennis H w/ Cherokee, B Tennis at Cherokee; 6:30 .p.m. B Soccer at Northwest Iowa Soccer Field, 7 p.m. G Soccer at Okoboji; (15) 12 noon G Tennis at Sergeant Bluff-Luton, B Tennis H w/Sergeant Bluff-Luton, B golf H w/Cherokee Washington, 4:30 p.m. G/B Track aT Spirit Lake, 6:30 p.m. B Soccer at Open Space Athletic Space; 6:45 p.m. . G Soccer at Okoboji
Football: We will have an information meeting for the upcoming season on Wednesday, April 16th at 3:30 pm in the gym. Topics covered will be the summer workout schedule, camp and season dates. Contact Coach Rezac if you have any questions.
US Air Force-JIMMIE M. HINOJOZA, TSgt, USAF (recruiter) here on April 16th during both lunches to visit.
Football Cheer-Interested in football cheer for 2025 school year, sign up outside W-240 until April 14th
Midterms- Thursday, April 17th
Reminder Seniors: The local scholarships that get turned into ELC are due April 15th to the google classroom. Please check turn in dates and locations of the other scholarships.
Community Blood Bank Tuesday, April 15th 8:00am-3:30pm, Check-in entryway. Mrs. Paulson emailed signup sheet. Must be 17 years old (16 years old with signed parent/legal guardian consent form) and weigh at least 110 lbs. Eat breakfast and lunch. Donate Blood - Save Life.
No school-4-18, 4-21 Easter break, 4-22 Teacher PD/Collaboration, 4-23 will be Day 3
Purple Cord Hours-March -due April 30 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting February hours*

No Mentoring-Demony has Iowa Assessments this week so there will be no mentoring.

April 11, 2025

Cycle 11- Day 4- Week 3

Happy birthday: Leonardo Martinez today, Saturday Jangabriel Berrios Sanchez
Activities: April (12) 9 a.m. V G Tennis at River Tennis Courts; (14) 4 p.m. G Tennis H w/ Cherokee, B Tennis at Cherokee; 6:30 .p.m. B Soccer at Northwest Iowa Soccer Field, 7 p.m. G Soccer at Okoboji; (15) 12 noon G Tennis at Sergeant Bluff-Luton, B Tennis H w//Sergeant Bluff-Luton, B golf H w/Cherokee Washington, 4:30 p.m. G/B Track a Spirit Lake, 6:30 p.m. B Soccer at Open Space Athletic Space; 6:45 p.m. . G Soccer at Okoboji
Football: We will have an information meeting for the upcoming season on Wednesday, April 16th at 3:30 pm in the gym. Topics covered will be the summer workout schedule, camp and season dates. Contact Coach Rezac if you have any questions.
US Air Force-JIMMIE M. HINOJOZA, TSgt, USAF (recruiter) will be here on April 16th during both lunches to visit.
Football Cheer-Anyone interested in during football cheer for the 2025 school year can sign up outside W-240 until April 14t
Midterms- Thursday, April 17th
Reminder Seniors: The local scholarships that get turned into ELC are due April 15th to the google classroom. Please check turn in dates and locations of the other scholarships.
The Community Blood Bank Tuesday, April 15th from 8:00am-3:30pm, Check-in entryway. Mrs. Paulson emailed out the signup sheet. Must be 17 years old (16 years old with signed parent/legal guardian consent form) and weigh at least 110 lbs. Eat breakfast and lunch. Donate Blood - Save Life.
No school-4-18, 4-21 Easter break, 4-22 Teacher PD/Collaboration, 4-23 will be Day 3
Purple cord hours-Good Samaritan Society is looking for students to help with the outdoor spring clean up. This will include picking up sticks, garbage, and raking. If you are interested, contact Sydney Swanson @ 712 362 2622.
Purple Cord Hours for March -due April 30 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting February Purple Cord hours*
No Mentoring-Demony has Iowa Assessments next week so there will be no mentoring.

April 10 2025

Cycle 11- Day 3- Week 3

Happy birthday: Preston Crees today
Activities: April Today 4 p.m. JV/V G/B Track-Cherokee, 4 p.m. JV/V G Tennis-Storm Lake, JV/V B Tennis H w/Storm Lake; 6:30 p.m.G/B Soccer at LeMars; (12) 9 a.m. V G Tennis at River Tennis Courts; (14) 4 p.m. G Tennis H w/ Cherokee, B Tennis at Cherokee; 6:30 .p.m. B Soccer at Northwest Iowa Soccer Field, 7 p.m. G Soccer at Okoboji; (15) 12 noon G Tennis at Sergeant Bluff-Luton, B Tennis H w//Sergeant Bluff-Luton, B golf H w/Cherokee Washington, 4:30 p.m. G/B Track a Spirit Lake, 6:30 p.m. B Soccer at Open Space Athletic Space; 6:45 p.m. . G Soccer at Okoboji
US Air Force-JIMMIE M. HINOJOZA, TSgt, USAF (recruiter) will be here on April 16th during both lunches to visit.
Midterms- Thursday, April 17th
Reminder Seniors: The local scholarships that get turned into ELC are due April 15th to the google classroom. Please check turn in dates and locations of the other scholarships.
The Community Blood Bank Tuesday, April 15th from 8:00am-3:30pm, Check-in entryway. Mrs, Paulson emailed out the signup sheet. Must be 17 years old (16 years old with signed parent/legal guardian consent form) and weigh at least 110 lbs. Eat breakfast and lunch. Donate Blood - Save Life.
No school-4-18, 4-21 Easter break, 4-22 Teacher PD/Collaboration, 4-23 will be Day 3
Purple cord hours-Good Samaritan Society is looking for students to help with the outdoor spring clean up. This will include picking up sticks, garbage, and raking. If you are interested, contact Sydney Swanson @ 712 362 2622.
Purple Cord Hours for March -due April 30 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting February Purple Cord hours*

April 9, 2025

Cycle 11- Day 2 - Week 3

Happy birthday: Danica Dickson today
Activities: April Today 4 p.m. JV/V G H w/ Pocahontas, 4:15 p.m. JV/V G/B Track at Okoboji, 7:30 p.m. Choral Extravaganza ILCC; (10) 4 p.m. JV/V G/B Track –-Cherokee, JV/V G Tennis – Storm Lake, JV/V B Tennis H w/Storm Lake; 6:30 p.m. B Soccer at LeMars; (12) 9 a.m. V G Tennis at River Tennis Courts
US Air Force-JIMMIE M. HINOJOZA, TSgt, USAF (recruiter) will be here on April 16th during both lunches to visit.
Midterms- Thursday, April 17th
Reminder Seniors: The local scholarships that get turned into ELC are due April 15th to the google classroom. Please check turn in dates and locations of the other scholarships.
The Community Blood Bank Tuesday, April 15th from 8:00am-3:30pm, Check-in entryway. Mrs, Paulson emailed out the signup sheet. Must be 17 years old (16 years old with signed parent/legal guardian consent form) and weigh at least 110 lbs. Eat breakfast and lunch. Donate Blood - Save Life.
No school-4-18, 4-21 Easter break, 4-22 Teacher PD/Collaboration, 4-23 will be Day 3
Purple cord hours-Good Samaritan Society is looking for students to help with the outdoor spring clean up. This will include picking up sticks, garbage, and raking. If you are interested, contact Sydney Swanson @ 712 362 2622.
Purple Cord Hours for March -due April 30 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting February Purple Cord hours*

April 8, 2025

Cycle 11- Day 1 - Week 3

Happy birthday: none
Activities: April Today 4 p.m. JV/V G H w/ Pocahontas, 4:15 p.m. JV/V G/B Track at Okoboji, 7:30 p.m. Choral Extravaganza ILCC; (10) 4 p.m. JV/V G/B Track –-Cherokee, JV/V G Tennis – Storm Lake, JV/V B Tennis H w/Storm Lake; 6:30 p.m. B Soccer at LeMars; (12) 9 a.m. V G Tennis at River Tennis Courts
Midterms- Thursday, April 17th
Reminder Seniors: The local scholarships that get turned into ELC are due April 15th to the google classroom. Please check turn in dates and locations of the other scholarships.
The Community Blood Bank Tuesday, April 15th from 8:00am-3:30pm, Check-in entryway. Mrs, Paulson emailed out the signup sheet. Must be 17 years old (16 years old with signed parent/legal guardian consent form) and weigh at least 110 lbs. Eat breakfast and lunch. Donate Blood - Save Life.
No school-4-18, 4-21 Easter break, 4-22 Teacher PD/Collaboration, 4-23 will be Day 3
ELC Varsity Choir is participating in a collaborative concert with the ILCC choir and the Many Voices choir on April 8, 7:30 PM at the Janice K. Lund Performing Arts Center on the Estherville Iowa Lakes campus. The concert will feature the three choirs separately and in a combined format. The ILCC choirs are under the direction of Brett Fuelberth, Director of Vocal Activities at the college. The other two choirs are directed by Tim Schumacher. The event is free and it will be an opportunity to hear all three ensembles in an one hour concert.
Purple cord hours-Good Samaritan Society is looking for students to help with the outdoor spring clean up. This will include picking up sticks, garbage, and raking. If you are interested, contact Sydney Swanson @ 712 362 2622.
Purple Cord Hours for March -due April 30 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting February Purple Cord hours*

April 7, 2025

Cycle 10 - Day 6 - Week 3

Happy birthday: Cesar Tzoc today
Activities: April Today 7 p.m. B Soccer at Okoboji; (8) 4 p.m. JV/V G H w/ Pocahontas, 4:15 p.m. JV/V G/B Track at Okoboji, 7:30 p.m. Choral Extravaganza ILCC; (10) 4 p.m. JV/V G/B Track –-Cherokee, JV/V G Tennis – Storm Lake, JV/V B Tennis H w/Storm Lake; 6:30 p.m. B Soccer at LeMars; (12) 9 a.m. V G Tennis at River Tennis Courts
Midterms- Thursday, April 17th
Reminder Seniors: The local scholarships that get turned into ELC are due April 15th to the google classroom. Please check turn in dates and locations of the other scholarships.
The Community Blood Bank Tuesday, April 15th from 8:00am-3:30pm, Check-in entryway. Mrs, Paulson emailed out the signup sheet. Must be 17 years old (16 years old with signed parent/legal guardian consent form) and weigh at least 110 lbs. Eat breakfast and lunch. Donate Blood - Save Life.
No school-4-18, 4-21 Easter break, 4-22 Teacher PD/Collaboration, 4-23 will be Day 3
ELC Varsity Choir is participating in a collaborative concert with the ILCC choir and the Many Voices choir on April 8, 7:30 PM at the Janice K. Lund Performing Arts Center on the Estherville Iowa Lakes campus. The concert will feature the three choirs separately and in a combined format. The ILCC choirs are under the direction of Brett Fuelberth, Director of Vocal Activities at the college. The other two choirs are directed by Tim Schumacher. The event is free and it will be an opportunity to hear all three ensembles in an one hour concert.
Purple cord hours-Good Samaritan Society is looking for students to help with the outdoor spring clean up. This will include picking up sticks, garbage, and raking. If you are interested, contact Sydney Swanson @ 712 362 2622.
Purple Cord Hours for March -due April 30 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting February Purple Cord hours*

April 4, 2025

Cycle 10 - Day 5 - Week 2

Happy birthday: Evan Griffith today, Addison Cornwall tomorrow.
Activities: April (5) Prom 2025 4:30 p.m. Line up Grand March, 5 p.m. Grand March-HS, 6 p.m. Dinner- ELKS Club, 7 - 10 p.m. Dance-ELKS Club, 10:30-2 a.m. Post Prom-HS; (7) 7 p.m. B Soccer at Okoboji; (8) 4 p.m. JV/V G H w/ Pocahontas, 4:15 p.m. JV/V G/B Track at Okoboji, 7:30 p.m. Choral Extravaganza ILCC; (10) 4 p.m. JV/V G/B Track –-Cherokee, JV/V G Tennis – Storm Lake, JV/V B Tennis H w/Storm Lake; 6:30 p.m. B Soccer at LeMars; (12) 9 a.m. V G Tennis at River Tennis Courts
Reminder Seniors: The local scholarships that get turned into ELC are due April 15th to the google classroom. Please check turn in dates and locations of the other scholarships.
The Community Blood Bank Tuesday, April 15th from 8:00am-3:30pm, Check-in entryway. Mrs, Paulson emailed out the signup sheet. Must be 17 years old (16 years old with signed parent/legal guardian consent form) and weigh at least 110 lbs. Eat breakfast and lunch. Donate Blood - Save Life.
Saturday April 5th is the 2025 Prom Grand March at Estherville Lincoln Central High School. This year’s Grand March theme is, “A Night In Vegas”. The event will begin at 5 pm in the High School gym. This event is open to the general public and doors will open to the public at 4 p.m. General public should enter at the High School main entrance. Cost of admission is $5.00 per person kindergarten to adult. There will be no passes accepted for this event.
ELC Varsity Choir is participating in a collaborative concert with the ILCC choir and the Many Voices choir on April 8, 7:30 PM at the Janice K. Lund Performing Arts Center on the Estherville Iowa Lakes campus. The concert will feature the three choirs separately and in a combined format. The ILCC choirs are under the direction of Brett Fuelberth, Director of Vocal Activities at the college. The other two choirs are directed by Tim Schumacher. The event is free and it will be an opportunity to hear all three ensembles in an one hour concert.
Purple cord hours-Good Samaritan Society is looking for students to help with the outdoor spring clean up. This will include picking up sticks, garbage, and raking. If you are interested, contact Sydney Swanson @ 712 362 2622.
Purple Cord Hours for March -due April 30 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting February Purple Cord hours*

April 3, 2025

Cycle 10 - Day 4 - Week 2

Happy birthday: Dylan Peta, Natalie Castro Mejia, Wyatt Martin today.
Activities: April Today 4:30 p.m. JV/V G/B Track at Ogden; (5) Prom 2025 4:30 p.m. Line up Grand March, 5 p.m. Grand March-HS, 6 p.m. Dinner- ELKS Club, 7 - 10 p.m. Dance-ELKS Club, 10:30-2 a.m. Post Prom-HS; (7) 7 p.m. B Soccer at Okoboji; (8) 4 p.m. JV/V G H w/ Pocahontas, 4:15 p.m. JV/V G/B Track at Okoboji, 7:30 p.m. Choral Extravaganza ILCC; (10) 4 p.m. JV/V G/B Track -Cherokee, JV/V G Tennis – Storm Lake, JV/V B Tennis H w/Storm Lake; 6:30 p.m. B Soccer at LeMars; (12) 9 a.m. V G Tennis at River Tennis Courts
Reminder Seniors: The local scholarships that get turned into ELC are due April 15th to the google classroom. Please check turn in dates and locations of the other scholarships.
The Community Blood Bank Tuesday, April 15th from 8:00am-3:30pm, Check-in entryway. Mrs, Paulson emailed out the signup sheet. Must be 17 years old (16 years old with signed parent/legal guardian consent form) and weigh at least 110 lbs. Eat breakfast and lunch. Donate Blood - Save Life.
Saturday April 5th is the 2025 Prom Grand March at Estherville Lincoln Central High School. This year’s Grand March theme is, “A Night In Vegas”. The event will begin at 5 pm in the High School gym. This event is open to the general public and doors will open to the public at 4 p.m. General public should enter at the High School main entrance. Cost of admission is $5.00 per person kindergarten to adult. There will be no passes accepted for this event.
ELC Varsity Choir is participating in a collaborative concert with the ILCC choir and the Many Voices choir on April 8, 7:30 PM at the Janice K. Lund Performing Arts Center on the Estherville Iowa Lakes campus. The concert will feature the three choirs separately and in a combined format. The ILCC choirs are under the direction of Brett Fuelberth, Director of Vocal Activities at the college. The other two choirs are directed by Tim Schumacher. The event is free and it will be an opportunity to hear all three ensembles in an one hour concert.
Purple cord hours-Good Samaritan Society is looking for students to help with the outdoor spring clean up. This will include picking up sticks, garbage, and raking. If you are interested, contact Sydney Swanson @ 712 362 2622.
Purple Cord Hours for March -due April 30 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting February Purple Cord hours*

April 2, 2025

Cycle 10- Day 3 - Week 2

Happy birthday: Logan Schroeder today.
Activities: April (3) 4:30 p.m. JV/V G/B Track at Ogden; (5) Prom 2025 4:30 p.m. Line up Grand March, 5 p.m. Grand March-HS, 6 p.m. Dinner- ELKS Club, 7 - 10 p.m. Dance-ELKS Club, 10:30-2 a.m. Post Prom-HS
Reminder Seniors: The local scholarships that get turned into ELC are due April 15th to the google classroom. Please check turn in dates and locations of the other scholarships.
Iowa Assessment Tests and schedule-April 2nd. Students in grades 9-11 report to assigned rooms for testing each morning at 8:05. Room assignments will be posted outside office. Please do your best on assessments as they are used for placement courses, and your eventual ability to take college level courses. Assessments help us know where we need to focus more teaching and time. After testing, we will use a 2.0-hour late start schedule. Copies will be available in the office.. Seniors report to class at 10:00 a.m. If come earlier, remain in the cafeteria.
The Community Blood Bank Tuesday, April 15th from 8:00am-3:30pm, Check-in entryway. Mrs, Paulson emailed out the signup sheet. Must be 17 years old (16 years old with signed parent/legal guardian consent form) and weigh at least 110 lbs. Eat breakfast and lunch. Donate Blood - Save Life.
Saturday April 5th is the 2025 Prom Grand March at Estherville Lincoln Central High School. This year’s Grand March theme is, “A Night In Vegas”. The event will begin at 5 pm in the High School gym. This event is open to the general public and doors will open to the public at 4 p.m. General public should enter at the High School main entrance. Cost of admission is $5.00 per person kindergarten to adult. There will be no passes accepted for this event.
ELC Varsity Choir is participating in a collaborative concert with the ILCC choir and the Many Voices choir on April 8, 7:30 PM at the Janice K. Lund Performing Arts Center on the Estherville Iowa Lakes campus. The concert will feature the three choirs separately and in a combined format. The ILCC choirs are under the direction of Brett Fuelberth, Director of Vocal Activities at the college. The other two choirs are directed by Tim Schumacher. The event is free and it will be an opportunity to hear all three ensembles in an one hour concert.
Purple cord hours-Good Samaritan Society is looking for students to help with the outdoor spring clean up. This will include picking up sticks, garbage, and raking. If you are interested, contact Sydney Swanson @ 712 362 2622.
Purple Cord Hours for March -due April 30 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting February Purple Cord hours*

April 1, 2025

Cycle 10- Day 2 - Week 2

Happy birthday: Owen Truog and Mayha Castro today
Activities: April (3) 4:30 p.m. JV/V G/B Track at Ogden; (5) Prom 2025 4:30 p.m. Line up Grand March, 5 p.m. Grand March-HS, 6 p.m. Dinner- ELKS Club, 7 - 10 p.m. Dance-ELKS Club, 10:30-2 a.m. Post Prom-HS
Reminder Seniors: The local scholarships that get turned into ELC are due April 15th to the google classroom. Please check turn in dates and locations of the other scholarships.
Iowa Assessment Tests and schedule-Today- April 2nd. Students in grades 9-11 report to assigned rooms for testing each morning at 8:05. Room assignments will be posted outside office. Please do your best on assessments as they are used for placement courses, and your eventual ability to take college level courses. Assessments help us know where we need to focus more teaching and time. After testing, we will use a 2.0-hour late start schedule. Copies will be available in the office.. Seniors report to class at 10:00 a.m. If come earlier, remain in the cafeteria.
The Community Blood Bank Tuesday, April 15th from 8:00am-3:30pm, Check-in entryway. Mrs, Paulson emailed out the signup sheet. Must be 17 years old (16 years old with signed parent/legal guardian consent form) and weigh at least 110 lbs. Eat breakfast and lunch. Donate Blood - Save Life.
Saturday April 5th is the 2025 Prom Grand March at Estherville Lincoln Central High School. This year’s Grand March theme is, “A Night In Vegas”. The event will begin at 5 pm in the High School gym. This event is open to the general public and doors will open to the public at 4 p.m. General public should enter at the High School main entrance. Cost of admission is $5.00 per person kindergarten to adult. There will be no passes accepted for this event.
ELC Varsity Choir is participating in a collaborative concert with the ILCC choir and the Many Voices choir on April 8, 7:30 PM at the Janice K. Lund Performing Arts Center on the Estherville Iowa Lakes campus. The concert will feature the three choirs separately and in a combined format. The ILCC choirs are under the direction of Brett Fuelberth, Director of Vocal Activities at the college. The other two choirs are directed by Tim Schumacher. The event is free and it will be an opportunity to hear all three ensembles in an one hour concert.
Purple cord hours-Good Samaritan Society is looking for students to help with the outdoor spring clean up. This will include picking up sticks, garbage, and raking. If you are interested, contact Sydney Swanson @ 712 362 2622.
Purple Cord Hours for March -due April 30 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting February Purple Cord hours*

March 31 2025

Cycle 10- Day 1 - Week 2

Happy birthday: Today to Julio Ramos Lopez, Braxton Myers, Kiera Carrison
Activities: April (3) 4:30 p.m. JV/V G/B Track at Ogden; (5) Prom 2025 4:30 p.m. Line up Grand March, 5 p.m. Grand March-HS, 6 p.m. Dinner- ELKS Club, 7 - 10 p.m. Dance-ELKS Club, 10:30-2 a.m. Post Prom-HS
Reminder Seniors: The local scholarships that get turned into ELC are due April 15th to the google classroom. Please check turn in dates and locations of the other scholarships.
Iowa Assessment Tests and schedule-Today- April 2nd. Students in grades 9-11 report to assigned rooms for testing each morning at 8:05. Room assignments will be posted outside office. Please do your best on assessments as they are used for placement courses, and your eventual ability to take college level courses. Assessments help us know where we need to focus more teaching and time. After testing, we will use a 2.0-hour late start schedule. Copies will be available in the office.. Seniors report to class at 10:00 a.m. If come earlier, remain in the cafeteria.
The Community Blood Bank Tuesday, April 15th from 8:00am-3:30pm, Check-in entryway. Mrs, Paulson emailed out the signup sheet. Must be 17 years old (16 years old with signed parent/legal guardian consent form) and weigh at least 110 lbs. Eat breakfast and lunch. Donate Blood - Save Life.
Saturday April 5th is the 2025 Prom Grand March at Estherville Lincoln Central High School. This year’s Grand March theme is, “A Night In Vegas”. The event will begin at 5 pm in the High School gym. This event is open to the general public and doors will open to the public at 4 p.m. General public should enter at the High School main entrance. Cost of admission is $5.00 per person kindergarten to adult. There will be no passes accepted for this event.
ELC Varsity Choir is participating in a collaborative concert with the ILCC choir and the Many Voices choir on April 8, 7:30 PM at the Janice K. Lund Performing Arts Center on the Estherville Iowa Lakes campus. The concert will feature the three choirs separately and in a combined format. The ILCC choirs are under the direction of Brett Fuelberth, Director of Vocal Activities at the college. The other two choirs are directed by Tim Schumacher. The event is free and it will be an opportunity to hear all three ensembles in an one hour concert.
Purple cord hours-Good Samaritan Society is looking for students to help with the outdoor spring clean up. This will include picking up sticks, garbage, and raking. If you are interested, contact Sydney Swanson @ 712 362 2622.

March 28 2025

Cycle 9 - Day 6- Week 1

Happy birthday: Yoselin Perez Sanchez and Kierson Blair today, 3-29 Alyssa Rodriguez and Kali Thiel
Activities: April (3) 4:30 p.m. JV/V G/B Track at Ogden; (5) Prom 2025 4:30 p.m. Line up Grand March, 5 p.m. Grand March-HS, 6 p.m. Dinner- ELKS Club, 7 - 10 p.m. Dance-ELKS Club, 10:30-2 a.m. Post Prom-HS
Reminder Seniors: The local scholarships that get turned into ELC are due April 15th to the google classroom. Please check turn in dates and locations of the other scholarships.
Purple Cord Hours-February due today @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting January Purple Cord hours*.
The Spring Session of Drivers Ed will begin on Monday, April 7th at 7am in the HS library. If you would like to sign up please bring your permit to the high school and we will make a copy of it and get you on the list. We take the oldest 30 first. Last day to sign up is today.
Iowa Assessment Tests and schedule-Monday March 31st - April 2nd. Students in grades 9-11 report to assigned rooms for testing each morning at 8:05. Room assignments will be posted outside office.later. Please do your best on assessments as they are used for placement courses, and your eventual ability to take college level courses. Assessments help us know where we need to focus more teaching and time. After testing, we will use a 2.0-hour late start schedule. Copies will be available in the office later in the week. Seniors report to class at 10:00 a.m. If come earlier, remain in the cafeteria.
The Community Blood Bank Tuesday, April 15th from 8:00am-3:30pm, Check-in entryway. Mrs, Paulson emailed out the signup sheet. Must be 17 years old (16 years old with signed parent/legal guardian consent form) and weigh at least 110 lbs. Eat breakfast and lunch. Donate Blood - Save Life.
Key Club Pep Rally-Today 2:40 p.m. Table Surfing, Oven Mitt Balloon Pop, Sticky Pick Up, Head Shoulders Knees Grab. Prizes for game winners.
Saturday April 5th is the date set for the 2025 Prom Grand March at Estherville Lincoln Central High School. This year’s Grand March theme is, “A Night In Vegas”. The event will begin at 5 pm in the High School gym. This event is open to the general public and doors will open to the public at 4 p.m. General public should enter at the High School main entrance. Cost of admission is $5.00 per person kindergarten to adult. There will be no passes accepted for this event.
ELC Varsity Choir is participating in a collaborative concert with the ILCC choir and the Many Voices choir on April 8, 7:30 PM at the Janice K. Lund Performing Arts Center on the Estherville Iowa Lakes campus. The concert will feature the three choirs separately and in a combined format. The ILCC choirs are under the direction of Brett Fuelberth, Director of Vocal Activities at the college. The other two choirs are directed by Tim Schumacher. The event is free and it will be an opportunity to hear all three ensembles in an one hour concert.
Purple cord hours-Good Samaritan Society is looking for students to help with the outdoor spring clean up. This will include picking up sticks, garbage, and raking. If you are interested, contact Sydney Swanson @ 712 362 2622.

March 27, 2025

Cycle 9 - Day 5 - Week 1

Happy birthday: none
Activities: April (3) 4:30 p.m. JV/V G/B Track at Ogden; (5) Prom 2025 4:30 p.m. Line up Grand March, 5 p.m. Grand March-HS, 6 p.m. Dinner- ELKS Club, 7 - 10 p.m. Dance-ELKS Club, 10:30-2 a.m. Post Prom-HS
Reminder Seniors: The local scholarships that get turned into ELC are due April 15th to the google classroom. Please check turn in dates and locations of the other scholarships.
Purple Cord Hours for February due March 28 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting January Purple Cord hours*.
PROM 2025-”A Night in Vegas” April 5th 4:30 p.m. Line up Grand March, 5 p.m. Grand March, 6 p.m. Dinner at ELKS Club, 7 - 10 p.m. Dance at ELKS Club, 10:30-2 a.m. Post Prom at high school. Tickets $30 per person on sale until Thursday, March 27(no exceptions). Waivers for some post prom activities must be signed in advance (Due before prom), pick up in office. Make sure you register yourself and date for prom.
Post prom tickets-”A Night in Vegas” All ELC juniors/Seniors and their dates can purchase tickets in the office-$30 per person. Cash and checks will be accepted (to ELC post prom) .You will put money in red envelope and fill out. Some activities will need signed waivers (Due before prom) in advance-pick up in office. Tickets due Thursday. March 27 (no exceptions).
The Spring Session of Drivers Ed will begin on Monday, April 7th at 7am in the HS library. If you would like to sign up please bring your permit to the high school and we will make a copy of it and get you on the list. We take the oldest 30 first. Last day to sign up Friday, March 28th.
Iowa Assessment Tests and schedule-Monday March 31st - April 2nd. Students in grades 9-11 report to assigned rooms for testing each morning at 8:05. Room assignments will be posted outside office.later. Please do your best on assessments as they are used for placement courses, and your eventual ability to take college level courses. Assessments help us know where we need to focus more teaching and time. After testing, we will use a 2.0-hour late start schedule. Copies will be available in the office later in the week. Seniors report to class at 10:00 a.m. If come earlier, remain in the cafeteria.
The Community Blood Bank Tuesday, April 15th from 8:00am-3:30pm, Check-in entryway. Mrs, Paulson emailed out the signup sheet. Must be 17 years old (16 years old with signed parent/legal guardian consent form) and weigh at least 110 lbs. Eat breakfast and lunch. Donate Blood - Save Life.
Key Club Pep Rally-March 28 2:40 p.m. Table Surfing, Oven Mitt Balloon Pop, Sticky Pick Up, Head Shoulders Knees Grab. Prizes for game winners.
Saturday April 5th is the date set for the 2025 Prom Grand March at Estherville Lincoln Central High School. This year’s Grand March theme is, “A Night In Vegas”. The event will begin at 5 pm in the High School gym. This event is open to the general public and doors will open to the public at 4 p.m. General public should enter at the High School main entrance. Cost of admission is $5.00 per person kindergarten to adult. There will be no passes accepted for this event.
ELC Varsity Choir is participating in a collaborative concert with the ILCC choir and the Many Voices choir on April 8, 7:30 PM at the Janice K. Lund Performing Arts Center on the Estherville Iowa Lakes campus. The concert will feature the three choirs separately and in a combined format. The ILCC choirs are under the direction of Brett Fuelberth, Director of Vocal Activities at the college. The other two choirs are directed by Tim Schumacher. The event is free and it will be an opportunity to hear all three ensembles in an one hour concert.

March 26, 2025

Cycle 9 - Day 4 - Week 1

Happy birthday: Jacob Juhl today.
Activities: April (3) 4:30 p.m. JV/V G/B Track at Ogden; (5) Prom 2025 4:30 p.m. Line up Grand March, 5 p.m. Grand March-HS, 6 p.m. Dinner at ELKS Club, 7 - 10 p.m. Dance at ELKS Club, 10:30-2 a.m. Post Prom at high school
Reminder Seniors: The local scholarships that get turned into ELC are due April 15th to the google classroom. Please check turn in dates and locations of the other scholarships.
Purple Cord Hours for February due March 28 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting January Purple Cord hours*.
PROM 2025-”A Night in Vegas” April 5th 4:30 p.m. Line up Grand March, 5 p.m. Grand March, 6 p.m. Dinner at ELKS Club, 7 - 10 p.m. Dance at ELKS Club, 10:30-2 a.m. Post Prom at high school. Tickets $30 per person on sale until Thursday, March 27(no exceptions). Waivers for some post prom activities must be signed in advance (Due before prom), pick up in office. Make sure you register yourself and date for prom.
Post prom tickets-”A Night in Vegas” All ELC juniors/Seniors and their dates can purchase tickets in the office-$30 per person. Cash and checks will be accepted (to ELC post prom) .You will put money in red envelope and fill out. Some activities will need signed waivers (Due before prom) in advance-pick up in office. Tickets due Thursday. March 27 (no exceptions).
The Spring Session of Drivers Ed will begin on Monday, April 7th at 7am in the HS library. If you would like to sign up please bring your permit to the high school and we will make a copy of it and get you on the list. We take the oldest 30 first.
Iowa Assessment Tests and schedule-Monday March 31st - April 2nd. Students in grades 9-11 report to assigned rooms for testing each morning at 8:05. Room assignments will be posted outside office.later. Please do your best on assessments as they are used for placement courses, and your eventual ability to take college level courses. Assessments help us know where we need to focus more teaching and time. After testing, we will use a 2.0-hour late start schedule. Copies will be available in the office later in the week. Seniors report to class at 10:00 a.m. If come earlier, remain in the cafeteria.
The Community Blood Bank Tuesday, April 15th from 8:00am-3:30pm, Check-in entryway. Mrs, Paulson emailed out the signup sheet. Must be 17 years old (16 years old with signed parent/legal guardian consent form) and weigh at least 110 lbs. Eat breakfast and lunch. Donate Blood - Save Life.
Key Club Pep Rally-March 28 2:40 p.m. Table Surfing, Oven Mitt Balloon Pop, Sticky Pick Up, Head Shoulders Knees Grab. Prizes for game winners.

March 25, 2025

Cycle 9 - Day 3 - Week 1

Happy birthday: none
Activities: March Today 4th Quarter begins, HS IHSMA Solo/Ensemble Performance Evening-H; April (3) 4:30 p.m. JV/V G/B Track at Ogden; (5) Prom 2025 4:30 p.m. Line up Grand March, 5 p.m. Grand March-HS, 6 p.m. Dinner at ELKS Club, 7 - 10 p.m. Dance at ELKS Club, 10:30-2 a.m. Post Prom at high school
Reminder Seniors: The local scholarships that get turned into ELC are due April 15th to the google classroom. Please check turn in dates and locations of the other scholarships.
Purple Cord Hours for February due March 28 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting January Purple Cord hours*.
PROM 2025-”A Night in Vegas” April 5th 4:30 p.m. Line up Grand March, 5 p.m. Grand March, 6 p.m. Dinner at ELKS Club, 7 - 10 p.m. Dance at ELKS Club, 10:30-2 a.m. Post Prom at high school. Tickets $30 per person on sale until Thursday, March 27(no exceptions). Waivers for some post prom activities must be signed in advance (Due before prom), pick up in office. Make sure you register yourself and date for prom.
Post prom tickets-”A Night in Vegas” All ELC juniors/Seniors and their dates can purchase tickets in the office-$30 per person. Cash and checks will be accepted (to ELC post prom) .You will put money in red envelope and fill out. Some activities will need signed waivers (Due before prom) in advance-pick up in office. Tickets due Thursday. March 27 (no exceptions).
The Spring Session of Drivers Ed will begin on Monday, April 7th at 7am in the HS library. If you would like to sign up please bring your permit to the high school and we will make a copy of it and get you on the list. We take the oldest 30 first.
Iowa Assessment Tests and schedule-Monday March 31st - April 2nd. Students in grades 9-11 report to assigned rooms for testing each morning at 8:05. Room assignments will be posted outside office.later. Please do your best on assessments as they are used for placement courses, and your eventual ability to take college level courses. Assessments help us know where we need to focus more teaching and time. After testing, we will use a 2.0-hour late start schedule. Copies will be available in the office later in the week. Seniors report to class at 10:00 a.m. If come earlier remain in the cafeteria.
The Community Blood Bank Tuesday, April 15th from 8:00am-3:30pm, Check-in entryway. Mrs, Paulson emailed out the signup sheet. Must be 17 years old (16 years old with signed parent/legal guardian consent form) and weigh at least 110 lbs. Eat breakfast and lunch. Donate Blood - Save Life

PLAN AHEAD-DATES TO REMEMBER: 3/25 Begin 4th Quarter, 4/17 Midterms, 4/18 No school-Good Friday, 4/21 No school-Easter Break, 4/22 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 5/16 Last Day for Seniors, 5/18 Graduation, 5/20 End 4th Quarter, 2nd Semester, 5-21 Teacher In-Service Day

March 20, 2025

Cycle 9 - Day 2 - Week 11

Happy birthday: Maci Carlin today, David Padilla Monday, 3-24
Activities: March (20) End of 3rd Quarter; (21) No school; (24) No school Teacher PD/Collaboration, 5 p.m. V G/B Indoor Meet-Dordt; (25) 4th Quarter begins, HS IHSMA Solo/Ensemble Performance Evening-H; April (3) 4:30 p.m. JV/V G/B Track at Ogden; (5) Prom 2025 4:30 p.m. Line up Grand March, 5 p.m. Grand March-HS, 6 p.m. Dinner at ELKS Club, 7 - 10 p.m. Dance at ELKS Club, 10:30-2 a.m. Post Prom at high school
PROM 2025-”A Night in Vegas” April 5th 4:30 p.m. Line up Grand March, 5 p.m. Grand March, 6 p.m. Dinner at ELKS Club, 7 - 10 p.m. Dance at ELKS Club, 10:30-2 a.m. Post Prom at high school. Tickets $30 per person on sale until Thursday, March 20. Waivers for some post prom activities must be signed in advance, pick up in office. Make sure you register yourself and date for prom.
Post prom tickets-”A Night in Vegas” All ELC juniors/Seniors and their dates can purchase tickets in the office-$30 per person. Cash and checks will be accepted (to ELC post prom) .You will put money in red envelope and fill out. Some activities will need signed waivers in advance-pick up in office. Due Thursday. March 20.
Reminder Seniors: The local scholarships that get turned into ELC are due April 15th to the google classroom. Please check turn in dates and locations of the other scholarships.
Purple Cord Hours for February due March 28 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting January Purple Cord hours*.
The Spring Session of Drivers Ed will begin on Monday, April 7th at 7am in the HS library. If you would like to sign up please bring your permit to the high school and we will make a copy of it and get you on the list. We take the oldest 30 first.
No school-Friday, March 21st and Monday, March 24th Teacher PD/Collaboration. Tuesday, March 25th will be day 3.
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the cafeteria. Thursday March 20. . Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu

PLAN AHEAD-DATES TO REMEMBER: 3/20 End 3rd Quarter, 3/21 No school, 3/24 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 3/25 Begin 4th Quarter, 4/17 Midterms, 4/18 No school-Good Friday, 4/21 No school-Easter Break, 4/22 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 5/16 Last Day for Seniors, 5/18 Graduation, 5/20 End 4th Quarter, 2nd Semester, 5-21 Teacher In-Service Day

March 19, 2025

Cycle 9 - Day 1 - Week 11

Happy birthday: none
Activities: March (20) End of 3rd Quarter; (21) No school; (24) No school Teacher PD/Collaboration, 5 p.m. V G/B Indoor Meet; (25) 4th Quarter begins, HS IHSMA Solo/Ensemble Performance Evening-H
CHECK VIRTUAL ASSIGNMENTS TODAY.
PROM 2025-”A Night in Vegas” April 5th 4:30 p.m.-2 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Line up Grand March, 5 p.m. Grand March, 6 p.m. Dinner at ELKS Club, 7 - 10 p.m. Dance at ELKS Club, 10:30-2 a.m. Post Prom at high school. Tickets $30 per person on sale until Thursday, March 20. Waivers for some post prom activities must be signed in advance, pick up in office. Make sure you register yourself and date for prom.
Post prom tickets-”A Night in Vegas” All ELC juniors/Seniors and their dates can purchase tickets in the office-$30 per person. Cash and checks will be accepted (to ELC post prom) .You will put money in red envelope and fill out. Some activities will need signed waivers in advance-pick up in office. Due Thursday. March 20.
Purple Cord Hours for February due March 28 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting January Purple Cord hours*.
The Spring Session of Drivers Ed will begin on Monday, April 7th at 7am in the HS library. If you would like to sign up please bring your permit to the high school and we will make a copy of it and get you on the list. We take the oldest 30 first.
No school-Friday, March 21st and Monday, March 24th Teacher PD/Collaboration. Tuesday, March 25th will be day 3.
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the cafeteria. Thursday March 20. . Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu

March 18, 2025

Cycle 8 - Day 6 - Week 11

Happy birthday: none
Activities: March Today 4-7:30 p.m. Parent Teacher Conferences; 4 p.m. JV/V G/B Indoor Track and Field at BV University; (20) End of 3rd Quarter; (21) No school; (24) No school Teacher PD/Collaboration, 5 p.m. V G/B Indoor Meet; (25) 4th Quarter begins, HS IHSMA Solo/Ensemble Performance Evening-H
PROM 2025-”A Night in Vegas” April 5th 4:30 p.m.-2 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Line up Grand March, 5 p.m. Grand March, 6 p.m. Dinner at ELKS Club, 7 - 10 p.m. Dance at ELKS Club, 10:30-2 a.m. Post Prom at high school. Tickets $30 per person on sale until Wednesday, March 19. Waivers for some post prom activities must be signed in advance, pick up in office. Make sure you register yourself and date for prom.
Post prom tickets-”A Night in Vegas” All ELC juniors/Seniors and their dates can purchase tickets in the office-$30 per person. Cash and checks will be accepted (to ELC post prom) .You will put money in red envelope and fill out. Some activities will need signed waivers in advance-pick up in office. Due Wednesday 3-19.
Purple Cord Hours for February due March 28 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting January Purple Cord hours*.
The Spring Session of Drivers Ed will begin on Monday, April 7th at 7am in the HS library. If you would like to sign up please bring your permit to the high school and we will make a copy of it and get you on the list. We take the oldest 30 first.
Parent Teacher Conferences-Today 4-7:30 p.m. in classrooms.
No school-Friday, March 21st and Monday, March 24th Teacher PD/Collaboration. Tuesday, March 25th will be day 3.
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the cafeteria. Thursday March 20. . Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu

PLAN AHEAD-DATES TO REMEMBER: 3/18 Parent Teacher Conferences, 3/20 End 3rd Quarter, 3/21 No school, 3/24 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 3/25 Begin 4th Quarter, 4/17 Midterms, 4/18 No school-Good Friday, 4/21 No school-Easter Break, 4/22 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 5/16 Last Day for Seniors, 5/18 Graduation, 5/20 End 4th Quarter, 2nd Semester, 5-21 Teacher In-Service Day

March 17, 2025

Cycle 8 - Day 5 - Week 11

Happy birthday: Francisco Alvarado today
Activities: March (17-18) 4-7:30 p.m. Parent Teacher Conferences; (18) 4 p.m. JV/V G/B Indoor Track and Field at BV University; (20) End of 3rd Quarter; (21) No school; (24) No school Teacher PD/Collaboration, 5 p.m. V G/B Indoor Meet; (25) 4th Quarter begins, HS IHSMA Solo/Ensemble Performance Evening-H
PROM 2025-”A Night in Vegas” April 5th 4:30 p.m.-2 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Line up Grand March, 5 p.m. Grand March, 6 p.m. Dinner at ELKS Club, 7 - 10 p.m. Dance at ELKS Club, 10:30-2 a.m. Post Prom at high school. Tickets $30 per person on sale until Thursday, March 19.. Waivers for some post prom activities must be signed in advance, pick up in office. Make sure you register yourself and date for prom.
Post prom tickets-”A Night in Vegas” All ELC juniors/eniors and their dates can purchase tickets in the office-$30 per person. Cash and checks will be accepted (to ELC post prom) .You will put money in red envelope and fill out. Some activities will need signed waivers in advance-pick up in office. Due Thursday 3-19
Purple Cord Hours for February due March 28 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting January Purple Cord hours*.
The Spring Session of Drivers Ed will begin on Monday, April 7th at 7am in the HS library. If you would like to sign up please bring your permit to the high school and we will make a copy of it and get you on the list. We take the oldest 30 first.
Parent Teacher Conferences-Today 4-7:30 p.m. in the Cafeteria, March 18th 4-7:30 p.m. in classrooms.
No school-Friday, March 21st and Monday, March 24th Teacher PD/Collaboration. Tuesday, March 25th will be day 3.
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the cafeteria. Thursday March 20. . Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu

PLAN AHEAD-DATES TO REMEMBER: 3/17-18 Parent Teacher Conferences, 3/20 End 3rd Quarter, 3/21 No school, 3/24 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 3/25 Begin 4th Quarter, 4/17 Midterms, 4/18 No school-Good Friday, 4/21 No school-Easter Break, 4/22 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 5/16 Last Day for Seniors, 5/18 Graduation, 5/20 End 4th Quarter, 2nd Semester, 5-21 Teacher In-Service Day

March 14, 2025

Cycle 8 - Day 4 - Week 10

Happy birthday: Macy Harris today
Activities: March (17-18) 4-7:30 p.m. Parent Teacher Conferences; (18) 4 p.m. JV/V G/B Indoor Track and Field at BV University; (20) End of 3rd Quarter; (21) No school; (24) No school Teacher PD/Collaboration, 5 p.m. V G/B Indoor Meet; (25) 4th Quarter begins, HS IHSMA Solo/Ensemble Performance Evening-H
Career Fair on March 26 at the Spencer Hospital. Please fill out the form Mrs. Frideres sent if you would like to attend.
PROM 2025-”A Night in Vegas” April 5th 4:30 p.m.-2 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Line up Grand March, 5 p.m. Grand March, 6 p.m. Dinner at ELKS Club, 7 - 10 p.m. Dance at ELKS Club, 10:30-2 a.m. Post Prom at high school. Tickets $30 per person on sale until today. Waivers for some post prom activities must be signed in advance, pick up in office. Make sure you register yourself and your date for prom.
Post prom tickets-”A Night in Vegas” All ELC juniors and seniors and their dates can purchase tickets in the office-$30 per person. Cash and checks will be accepted (to ELC post prom) .You will put money in red envelope and fill out. Some activities will need signed waivers in advance-pick up in office.
Purple Cord Hours for February due March 28 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting January Purple Cord hours*.
The Spring Session of Drivers Ed will begin on Monday, April 7th at 7am in the HS library. If you would like to sign up please bring your permit to the high school and we will make a copy of it and get you on the list. We take the oldest 30 first.
Parent Teacher Conferences-March 17th 4-7:30 p.m. in the Cafeteria, March 18th 4-7:30 p.m. in classrooms.
No school-Friday, March 21st and Monday, March 24th Teacher PD/Collaboration. Tuesday, March 25th will be day 3.
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the cafeteria. Friday, March 14 . Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu

March 13, 2025

Cycle 8 - Day 3 - Week 10

Happy birthday: none
Activities: March Today HS Music Department Variety Show; (17-18) 4-7:30 p.m. Parent Teacher Conferences; (18) 4 p.m. JV/V G/B Indoor Track and Field at BV University; (20) End of 3rd Quarter; (21) No school; (24) No school Teacher PD/Collaboration, 5 p.m. V G/B Indoor Meet; (25) 4th Quarter begins, HS IHSMA Solo/Ensemble Performance Evening-H
Career Fair on March 26 at the Spencer Hospital. Please fill out the form Mrs. Frideres sent if you would like to attend.
PROM 2025-”A Night in Vegas” April 5th 4:30 p.m.-2 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Line up Grand March, 5 p.m. Grand March, 6 p.m. Dinner at ELKS Club, 7 - 10 p.m. Dance at ELKS Club, 10:30-2 a.m. Post Prom at high school. Tickets $30 per person on sale until March 14th. Waivers for some post prom activities must be signed in advance, pick up in office. Make sure you register yourself and your date for prom.
Post prom tickets-”A Night in Vegas” All ELC juniors and seniors and their dates can purchase tickets in the office-$30 per person. Cash and checks will be accepted (to ELC post prom) .You will put money in red envelope and fill out. Some activities will need signed waivers in advance-pick up in office.
Purple Cord Hours for February due March 28 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting January Purple Cord hours*.
The Spring Session of Drivers Ed will begin on Monday, April 7th at 7am in the HS library. If you would like to sign up please bring your permit to the high school and we will make a copy of it and get you on the list. We take the oldest 30 first.
ELC Music Department Variety Show-Today 6 p.m. in HS Gym, and will be under direction of Mr. Craig Began, Mrs. Laura Giebler, and Mr. Tim Schumacher. Performances by MS Jazz Band, HS Jazz Choir, HS Jazz Band, and various individual vocal solos. During short intermission, can treat yourself to refreshments provided Patrons Of The Fine Arts. Following intermission, performances by HS Show choir “Momentum”, HS Concert Band, and Varsity Choir. To end evening, 7th and 8th Choir will join HS Varsity Choir for a combined performance. No admission charge, but will have opportunity to give a freewill donation at the door. Donations go towards providing musical opportunities for our students, purchase of new music, instruments, and supplies needed throughout school year.
Parent Teacher Conferences-March 17th 4-7:30 p.m. in the Cafeteria, March 18th 4-7:30 p.m. in classrooms.
No school-Friday, March 21st and Monday, March 24th Teacher PD/Collaboration. Tuesday, March 25th will be day 3.

March 12, 2025

Cycle 8 - Day 2 - Week 10

Happy birthday: Dillon Simpson today.
Activities: March (13) HS Music Department Variety Show; (17-18) 4-7:30 p.m. Parent Teacher Conferences; (18) 4 p.m. JV/V G/B Indoor Track and Field at BV University; (20) End of 3rd Quarter; (21) No school; (24) No school Teacher PD/Collaboration, 5 p.m. V G/B Indoor Meet; (25) 4th Quarter begins, HS IHSMA Solo/Ensemble Performance Evening-H
Career Fair on March 26 at the Spencer Hospital. Please fill out the form Mrs. Frideres sent if you would like to attend.
PROM 2025-”A Night in Vegas” April 5th 4:30 p.m.-2 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Line up Grand March, 5 p.m. Grand March, 6 p.m. Dinner at ELKS Club, 7 - 10 p.m. Dance at ELKS Club, 10:30-2 a.m. Post Prom at high school. Tickets $30 per person on sale until March 14th. Waivers for some post prom activities must be signed in advance, pick up in office. Make sure you register yourself and your date for prom.
Post prom tickets-”A Night in Vegas” All ELC juniors and seniors and their dates can purchase tickets in the office-$30 per person. Cash and checks will be accepted (to ELC post prom) .You will put money in red envelope and fill out. Some activities will need signed waivers in advance-pick up in office.
Purple Cord Hours for February due March 28 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting January Purple Cord hours*.
The Spring Session of Drivers Ed will begin on Monday, April 7th at 7am in the HS library. If you would like to sign up please bring your permit to the high school and we will make a copy of it and get you on the list. We take the oldest 30 first.
ELC Music Department Variety Show-Thursday, March 13th 6 p.m. in HS Gym, and will be under direction of Mr. Craig Began, Mrs. Laura Giebler, and Mr. Tim Schumacher. Performances by MS Jazz Band, HS Jazz Choir, HS Jazz Band, and various individual vocal solos. During short intermission, can treat yourself to refreshments provided Patrons Of The Fine Arts. Following intermission, performances by HS Show choir “Momentum”, HS Concert Band, and Varsity Choir. To end evening, 7th and 8th Choir will join HS Varsity Choir for a combined performance. No admission charge, but will have opportunity to give a freewill donation at the door. Donations go towards providing musical opportunities for our students, purchase of new music, instruments, and supplies needed throughout school year.

March 11, 2025

Cycle 8 - Day 1 - Week 10

Happy birthday: none
Activities: March (13) HS Music Department Variety Show; (17-18) 4-7:30 p.m. Parent Teacher Conferences; (18) 4 p.m. JV/V G/B Indoor Track and Field at BV University; (20) End of 3rd Quarter; (21) No school; (24) No school Teacher PD/Collaboration, 5 p.m. V G/B Indoor Meet; (25) 4th Quarter begins, HS IHSMA Solo/Ensemble Performance Evening-H
Career Fair on March 26 at the Spencer Hospital. Please fill out the form Mrs. Frideres sent if you would like to attend.
PROM 2025-”A Night in Vegas” April 5th 4:30 p.m.-2 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Line up Grand March, 5 p.m. Grand March, 6 p.m. Dinner at ELKS Club, 7 - 10 p.m. Dance at ELKS Club, 10:30-2 a.m. Post Prom at high school. Tickets $30 per person on sale until March 14th. Waivers for some post prom activities must be signed in advance, pick up in office. Make sure you register yourself and your date for prom.
Post prom tickets-”A Night in Vegas” All ELC students and their dates can purchase tickets in the office-$30 per person. Cash and checks will be accepted (to ELC post prom) .You will put money in red envelope and fill out. Some activities will need signed waivers in advance-pick up in office.
Purple Cord Hours for February due March 28 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting January Purple Cord hours*.
The Spring Session of Drivers Ed will begin on Monday, April 7th at 7am in the HS library. If you would like to sign up please bring your permit to the high school and we will make a copy of it and get you on the list. We take the oldest 30 first.
ELC Music Department Variety Show-Thursday, March 13th 6 p.m. in HS Gym, and will be under direction of Mr. Craig Began, Mrs. Laura Giebler, and Mr. Tim Schumacher. Performances by MS Jazz Band, HS Jazz Choir, HS Jazz Band, and various individual vocal solos. During short intermission, can treat yourself to refreshments provided Patrons Of The Fine Arts. Following intermission, performances by HS Show choir “Momentum”, HS Concert Band, and Varsity Choir. To end evening, 7th and 8th Choir will join HS Varsity Choir for a combined performance. No admission charge, but will have opportunity to give a freewill donation at the door. Donations go towards providing musical opportunities for our students, purchase of new music, instruments, and supplies needed throughout school year.

March 10, 2025

Cycle 6 - Day 6 - Week 10

Happy birthday: none
Activities: March (13) HS Music Department Variety Show; (17-18) 4-7:30 p.m. Parent Teacher Conferences; (18) 4 p.m. JV/V G/B Indoor Track and Field at BV University; (20) End of 3rd Quarter; (21) No school; (24) No school Teacher PD/Collaboration, 5 p.m. V G/B Indoor Meet; (25) 4th Quarter begins, HS IHSMA Solo/Ensemble Performance Evening-H
Career Fair on March 26 at the Spencer Hospital. Please fill out the form Mrs. Frideres sent if you would like to attend.
PROM 2025-”A Night in Vegas” April 5th 4:30 p.m.-2 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Line up Grand March, 5 p.m. Grand March, 6 p.m. Dinner at ELKS Club, 7 - 10 p.m. Dance at ELKS Club, 10:30-2 a.m. Post Prom at high school. Tickets $30 per person on sale until March 14th. Waivers for some post prom activities must be signed in advance, pick up in office. Make sure you register yourself and your date for prom.
Post prom tickets-”A Night in Vegas” All ELC Junior and their dates can purchase tickets in the office-$30 per person. Cash and checks will be accepted (to ELC post prom) .You will put money in red envelope and fill out. Some activities will need signed waivers in advance-pick up in office.
Purple Cord Hours for February due March 28 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting January Purple Cord hours*.
The Spring Session of Drivers Ed will begin on Monday, April 7th at 7am in the HS library. If you would like to sign up please bring your permit to the high school and we will make a copy of it and get you on the list. We take the oldest 30 first.

March 7, 2025

Cycle 6 - Day 5 - Week 9

Happy birthday: to Bennett Duitsman, Warren Duitsman, Shasta Ohl, Krayton Kalous today
Activities: March (8) Jazz Show Competition at Emmetsburg; (13) HS Music Department Variety Show
Career Fair on March 26 at the Spencer Hospital. Please fill out the form Mrs. Frideres sent if you would like to attend.
Post prom tickets-”A Night in Vegas” All ELC Junior and their dates can purchase tickets in the office-$30 per person. Cash and checks will be accepted (to ELC post prom) .You will put money in red envelope and fill out. Some activities will need signed waivers-pick up in office. 4:30 p.m. Line up Grand March, 5 p.m. Grand March, 6 p.m. Dinner at ELKS, 7 - 10 p.m. Dance at ELKS, 10:30-2 a.m. Post Prom at high school
Dodgeball Tournament-Reminder to sign up for FFA dodgeball tournament by Friday, March 7th
Purple Cord Hours for February due March 28 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting January Purple Cord hours*.

March 6, 2025

Cycle 6 - Day 4 - Week 9

Happy birthday: to Rafael Diaz, Kailynn Strube, Yanellis Vasquez Ortiz today
Activities: March today 1:30 p.m. G BB State Tournament vs Mt. Vernon at Wells Fargo Arena; (8) Jazz Show Competition at Emmetsburg; (13) HS Music Department Variety Show
CHECK INTO YOUR VIRTUAL ASSIGNMENTS.
Career Fair on March 26 at the Spencer Hospital. Please fill out the form Mrs. Frideres sent if you would like to attend.
Post prom tickets-”A Night in Vegas” All ELC Junior and their dates can purchase tickets in the office-$30 per person. Cash and checks will be accepted (to ELC post prom) .You will put money in red envelope and fill out. Some activities will need signed waivers-pick up in office. 4:30 p.m. Line up Grand March, 5 p.m. Grand March, 6 p.m. Dinner at ELKS, 7 - 10 p.m. Dance at ELKS, 10:30-2 a.m. Post Prom at high school
Dodgeball Tournament-Reminder to sign up for FFA dodgeball tournament by Friday, March 7th

March 4, 2025

Cycle 6- Day 2 Week 9

Happy birthday: none
Activities: March Today Augustana Jazz Band Concert; (7) 1:30 p.m. G BB State Tournament vs Mt. Vernon at Wells Fargo Arena; (8) Jazz Show Competition at Emmetsburg; (13) HS Music Department Variety Show
LIBRARY CLOSED TODAY.
Schedules today 2 hour late start.
Career Fair on March 26 at the Spencer Hospital. Please fill out the form Mrs. Frideres sent if you would like to attend.
Post prom tickets-”A Night in Vegas” All ELC Junior and their dates can purchase tickets in the office-$30 per person. Cash and checks will be accepted (to ELC post prom) .You will put money in red envelope and fill out. Some activities will need signed waivers-pick up in office. 4:30 p.m. Line up Grand March, 5 p.m. Grand March, 6 p.m. Dinner at ELKS, 7 - 10 p.m. Dance at ELKS, 10:30-2 a.m. Post Prom at high school
Dodgeball Tournament-Reminder to sign up for FFA dodgeball tournament by Friday, March 7th

March 3, 2025

Cycle 6- Day 1 Week 9

Happy birthday: Gavin Burt today.
Activities: February March Today 6:45 p.m. G BB State vs Cherokee at Wells Fargo Arena; (4) Augustana Jazz Band Concert; (8) Jazz Show Competition at Emmetsburg; (13) HS Music Department Variety Show
When you leave school today, be careful as people will be coming to get on the pep bus.
Schedules today and tomorrow-1:30 early out today and 2 hour late start tomorrow.

February 28, 2025

Cycle 7 - Day 6 Week 8

Activities: February (28) 6 p.m. Dance Showcase H; March (4) Augustana Jazz Band Concert; (8) Jazz Show Competition at Emmetsburg
Elc Girls Basketball Send -Off, Sunday, March 2nd 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at RWC. Grilled burgers, chips, drink and Dessert. Freewill offering.Izabella McDaniel, Luis Rodriguez, Evan Wedebrand
FFA Pep Rally at 2:30 p.m. today.
January Purple Cord hours due February 28. No longer accepting December purple cord hours.
ILCC online scholarship applicaions due March 1. Instructions in your ICAW classrooms!
Juniors considering ILCC after high school please check your ICAP classroom for instructions for applying. Only criteria is you must have a 2.0 GPA!
Seniors - by completing the online ILCC application you are put in the running for MANY scholarships to be used at ILCC. Students NOT planning to attend ILCC can also complete this application, as there are a couple of awards that can be used at any school.
FFA Week Dress Up Days-Today Blue and Gold/Chapter Shirt
ELC Dance Showcase- Friday February 28, 2025, 6:00 pm Start Time Doors Open at 5:30 pm - High School Gym 8 Adult, $5.00 Student Cash Only - No passes will be accepted. Dancers admitted free Groups Performing: ELC Dance Team, Dancetastic and LLD Dance Studio.
Girls State BB Tournament-Monday, March 3 - Early Dismissal Monday, March 3. Students released at a 1:30 p.m. for high school to provide travel time for those who would like to attend ELC first round game vs. Cherokee, begins at 6:45 p.m. Due to later game time travel distance, 2 hour delay Tuesday, March 4, 2025. A big thank you to Ryan Yager Trucking for sponsoring 2 charter buses and ELC Booster Club is willing to sponsor a 3rd if demand is strong. Charter buses available for all students, staff and community members at no charge and depart from ELC High School parking lot at 2:15 p.m. Parents of High School Students riding bus need to let office know if their student is riding bus. Elementary and Middle School aged students must be accompanied by an adult. Call ELC Activities Office for more information about charter bus opportunity, 712-362-7753. All State Basketball games played at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines. Ticket Cost for all state tournament games is $10 plus processing and handling fees and available online on Bound. All school age kids need a ticket.

.February

27, 2025

Cycle 7 - Day 5- Week 8

Happy birthday: Maria Nunez Medina today
Activities: February (27) 4 p.m. Dance Clinic H; (28) 6 p.m. Dance Showcase H; March (4) Augustana Jazz Band Concert; (8) Jazz Show Competition at Emmetsburg
Boy’s Soccer Meeting Tonight 5:30 p.m. at Spirit Lake High School Commons-meeting is for players and parents interested in the 2025 soccer season. Questions? Call or text Coach Chad 712 330 8588.
Elc Girls Basketball Send -Off, Sunday, March 2nd 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at RWC. Grilled burgers, chips, drink and Dessert. Freewill offering.
January Purple Cord hours due February 28. No longer accepting December purple cord hours.
ILCC online scholarship applications due March 1. Instructions in your ICAW classrooms!
Juniors considering ILCC after high school please check your ICAP classroom for instructions for applying. Only criteria is you must have a 2.0 GPA!
Seniors - by completing the online ILCC application you are put in the running for MANY scholarships to be used at ILCC. Students NOT planning to attend ILCC can also complete this application, as there are a couple of awards that can be used at any school.
FFA Week Dress Up Days-Today Teacher/Student Swap; Friday, 2-28; Blue and Gold/Chapter Shirt
Estherville Lincoln Central Dance Showcase- Friday February 28, 2025, 6:00 pm Start Time Doors Open at 5:30 pm - High School Gym 8 Adult, $5.00 Student Cash Only - No passes will be accepted. Dancers admitted free Groups Performing: ELC Dance Team, Dancetastic and LLD Dance Studio.
Girls State BB Tournament-Monday, March 3 - Early Dismissal Monday, March 3. Students released at a 1:30 p.m. for high school to provide travel time for those who would like to attend ELC first round game vs. Cherokee, begins at 6:45 p.m. Due to later game time travel distance, 2 hour delay Tuesday, March 4, 2025. A big thank you to Ryan Yager Trucking for sponsoring 2 charter buses and ELC Booster Club is willing to sponsor a 3rd if demand is strong. Charter buses available for all students, staff and community members at no charge and depart from ELC High School parking lot at 2:15 p.m. Parents of High School Students riding bus need to let office know if their student is riding bus. Elementary and Middle School aged students must be accompanied by an adult. Call ELC Activities Office for more information about charter bus opportunity, 712-362-7753. All State Basketball games played at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines. Ticket Cost for all state tournament games is $10 plus processing and handling fees and available online on Bound. All school age kids need a ticket.

.February 26, 2025

Cycle 7 - Day 4- Week 8

Happy birthday: none
Activities: February Today 7 p.m. G BB Class 2A-Region 6 West Fork vs Central Lyon H; (27) 4 p.m. Dance Clinic H; (28) 6 p.m. Dance Showcase H; March (4) Augustana Jazz Band Concert; (8) Jazz Show Competition at Emmetsburg
Boy’s Soccer Meeting February 27, 5:30 p.m. at Spirit Lake High School Commons-meeting is for players and parents interested in the 2025 soccer season. Questions? Call or text Coach Chad 712 330 8588.
Elc Girls Basketball Send -Off, Sunday, March 2nd 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at RWC. Grilled burgers, chips, drink and Dessert. Freewill offering.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
January Purple Cord hours due February 28. No longer accepting December purple cord hours.
ILCC online scholarship applications due March 1. Instructions in your ICAW classrooms!
Juniors considering ILCC after high school please check your ICAP classroom for instructions for applying. Only criteria is you must have a 2.0 GPA!
Seniors - by completing the online ILCC application you are put in the running for MANY scholarships to be used at ILCC. Students NOT planning to attend ILCC can also complete this application, as there are a couple of awards that can be used at any school.
FFA Week Dress Up Days-Today Hippies VS Hicks; Thursday, 2-27, Teacher/Student Swap; Friday, 2-28; Blue and Gold/Chapter Shirt
Estherville Lincoln Central Dance Showcase- Friday February 28, 2025, 6:00 pm Start Time Doors Open at 5:30 pm - High School Gym 8 Adult, $5.00 Student Cash Only - No passes will be accepted. Dancers admitted free Groups Performing: ELC Dance Team, Dancetastic and LLD Dance Studio.
Girls State BB Tournament-Monday, March 3 - Early Dismissal Monday, March 3. Students released at a 1:30 p.m. for high school to provide travel time for those who would like to attend ELC first round game vs. Cherokee, begins at 6:45 p.m. Due to later game time travel distance, 2 hour delay Tuesday, March 4, 2025. A big thank you to Ryan Yager Trucking for sponsoring 2 charter buses and ELC Booster Club is willing to sponsor a 3rd if demand is strong. Charter buses available for all students, staff and community members at no charge and depart from ELC High School parking lot at 2:15 p.m. Parents of High School Students riding bus need to let office know if their student is riding bus. Elementary and Middle School aged students must be accompanied by an adult. Call ELC Activities Office for more information about charter bus opportunity, 712-362-7753. All State Basketball games played at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines. Ticket Cost for all state tournament games is $10 plus processing and handling fees and available online on Bound. All school age kids need a ticket.

.February 25, 2025

Cycle 7 - Day 3- Week 8

Happy birthday: none
Activities: February Today 7 p.m. 2A Semifinal BB H; (27) 4 p.m. Dance Clinic H; (28) 6 p.m. Dance Showcase H; March (4) Augustana Jazz Band Concert; (8) Jazz Show Competition at Emmetsburg
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
January Purple Cord hours due February 28. No longer accepting December purple cord hours.
ILCC online scholarship applications due March 1. Instructions in your ICAW classrooms!
Juniors considering ILCC after high school please check your ICAP classroom for instructions for applying. Only criteria is you must have a 2.0 GPA!
Seniors - by completing the online ILCC application you are put in the running for MANY scholarships to be used at ILCC. Students NOT planning to attend ILCC can also complete this application, as there are a couple of awards that can be used at any school.
FFA Week Dress Up Days-Today Stationed by the Flag-USA Day; Wednesday, 2-26, Hippies VS Hicks; Thursday, 2-27, Teacher/Student Swap; Friday, 2-28; Blue and Gold/Chapter Shirt
Estherville Lincoln Central Dance Showcase- Friday February 28, 2025, 6:00 pm Start Time Doors Open at 5:30 pm - High School Gym 8 Adult, $5.00 Student Cash Only - No passes will be accepted. Dancers admitted free Groups Performing: ELC Dance Team, Dancetastic and LLD Dance Studio

.February 24, 2025

Cycle 7 - Day 2 - Week 8

Happy birthday: Yesterday Brissa Rivas Rodriguez, Today-Junior Velasquez, Emilia Tarnowski, MaKenna Kremer
Activities: February Today 9 a.m. Bowling IA State Individual Tournament in Waterloo, 7 p.m. 2A Semifinal BB H; (27) 4 p.m. Dance Clinic H; (28) 6 p.m. Dance Showcase H; March (4) Augustana Jazz Band Concert; (8) Jazz Show Competition at Emmetsburg
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
January Purple Cord hours due February 28. No longer accepting December purple cord hours.
ILCC online scholarship applications due March 1. Instructions in your ICAW classrooms!
Juniors considering ILCC after high school please check your ICAP classroom for instructions for applying. Only criteria is you must have a 2.0 GPA!
Seniors - by completing the online ILCC application you are put in the running for MANY scholarships to be used at ILCC. Students NOT planning to attend ILCC can also complete this application, as there are a couple of awards that can be used at any school.
FFA Week Dress Up Days-Today Farmer’s Day Off- PJ; Tuesday, 2-25, Stationed by the Flag-USA Day; Wednesday, 2-26, Hippies VS Hicks; Thursday, 2-27, Teacher/Student Swap; Friday, 2-28; Blue and Gold/Chapter Shirt

.February 21, 2025

Cycle 6 - Day 1 - Week 7

Happy birthday: none
Activities: February Today State WR, (22) State WR, 7 p.m. Regional Girls BB H w/ Hampton Dumont,-CAL (21-22) HS Jazz Choir Competition at Spirit Lake; (24) 9 a.m. B IA State Individual Tournament in Waterloo, 7 p.m. 2A Semifinal BB H; (27) 4 p.m. Dance Clinic H; (28) 6 p.m. Dance Showcase H; March (4) Augustana Jazz Band Concert; (8) Jazz Show Competition at Emmetsburg
Any student wishing to take the ASVAB - please sign up on the form sent to you and in ICAP classroom by Friday, Feb. 21. This is a great test for Career Exploration and/or if you are considering the military.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
January Purple Cord hours due February 28. No longer accepting December purple cord hours.
ILCC online scholarship applications due March 1. Instructions in your ICAW classrooms!
Juniors considering ILCC after high school please check your ICAP classroom for instructions for applying. Only criteria is you must have a 2.0 GPA!
Seniors - by completing the online ILCC application you are put in the running for MANY scholarships to be used at ILCC. Students NOT planning to attend ILCC can also complete this application, as there are a couple of awards that can be used at any school.
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the lunch room, today. Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu

.February 20, 2025

Cycle 5- Day 6- Week 7

Happy birthday: none
Activities: February Today StateWR; StateWR, (22) 7 p.m. Regional Girls BB, (21-22) HS Jazz Choir Competition at Spirit Lake; (27) 4 p.m. Dance Clinic H; (28) 6 p.m. Dance Showcase H; March (8) Jazz Show Competition at Emmetsburg
Boys tennis meeting Today at 2:45 in Mr. Grem’s classroom C266.
Any student wishing to take the ASVAB - please sign up on the form sent to you and in ICAP classroom by Friday, Feb. 21. This is a great test for Career Exploration and/or if you are considering the military.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
January Purple Cord hours are due February 28. No longer accepting December purple cord hours.
ILCC online scholarship applications due March 1. Instructions to apply in your ICAW classrooms!
Juniors considering ILCC after high school please check your ICAP classroom for instructions for applying. Only criteria is you must have a 2.0 GPA!
Seniors - by completing the online ILCC application you are put in the running for MANY scholarships to be used at ILCC. Students NOT planning to attend ILCC can also complete this application, as there are a couple of awards that can be used at any school.
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the lunch room, Friday, February 21. Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu

.February 19, 2025

Cycle 5- Day 5- Week 7

Happy birthday: none
Activities: February Today StateWR, r 6 p.m. Class 3A Region 6 G BB H (20) StateWR; StateWR, (22) 7 p.m. Regional Girls BB, (21-22) HS Jazz Choir Competition at Spirit Lake; (27) 4 p.m. Dance Clinic H; (28) 6 p.m. Dance Showcase H; March (8) Jazz Show Competition at Emmetsburg
Boys tennis meeting Thursday, February 20th at 2:45 in Mr. Grem’s classroom C266.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
January Purple Cord hours are due February 28. No longer accepting December purple cord hours.
ILCC online scholarship applications due March 1. Instructions to apply in your ICAWRclassrooms!
Juniors considering ILCC after high school please check your ICAP classroom for instructions for applying. Only criteria is you must have a 2.0 GPA!
Seniors - by completing the online ILCC application you are put in the running for MANY scholarships to be used at ILCC. Students NOT planning to attend ILCC can also complete this application, as there are a couple of awards that can be used at any school.
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the lunch room, Friday, February 21. Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu

Cycle 5- Day 4- Week 6

Happy birthday: Today-Arianna Beekman, (15) Lilly Elness, Jackson Strueve, (16) Carson Quastad, Madalynn Nelson; (17) Moriah Reineke; (18) Aiden Deim, Lilia Lopez Rodriguez.
Activities: February (15) 7 p.m. Class 3A-Region 6 G BB H w/Eagle Grove; (17) No school Presidents Day, NCIBA District Jazz Band Festival; (18) No school Teacher PD/Collaboration, 10 a.m. V Bowling 1A IHSAA Bowling SQM-Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn; (17) 7 p.m. V B BB Substate at Garner-Hayfield-Ventura; (19) 7 p.m. Class 3A Region 6 G BB H; (21-22) HS Jazz Choir Competition at Spirit Lake
Girls track meeting on Wednesday, February 19th at 7:45 AM in the high school library.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
January Purple Cord hours are due February 28. No longer accepting December purple cord hours.
No school-Monday, Feb. 17th Presidents Day and Tuesday Feb. 18th Teacher/PD Collaboration. Wed. Feb. 19th will Day 5th
ILCC online scholarship applications due March 1. Instructions to apply in your ICAP classrooms!
Juniors considering ILCC after high school please check your ICAP classroom for instructions for applying. Only criteria is you must have a 2.0 GPA!
Seniors - by completing the online ILCC application you are put in the running for MANY scholarships to be used at ILCC. Students NOT planning to attend ILCC can also complete this application, as there are a couple of awards that can be used at any school.
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the lunch room, Friday, February 21. Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu

PLAN AHEAD-DATES TO REMEMBER: 2/17 No School, Presidents’ Day, 2/18 No School- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 3/17-18 Parent Teacher Conferences, 3/20 End 3rd Quarter, 3/21 No school, 3/24 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 3/25 Begin 4th Quarter, 4/17 Midterms, 4/18 No school-Good Friday, 4/21 No school-Easter Break, 4/22 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 5/16 Last Day for Seniors, 5/18 Graduation, 5/20 End 4th Quarter, 2nd Semester, 5-21 Teacher In-Service Day

.February 13, 2025

Cycle 5- Day 3- Week 6

Happy birthday: Adison Pauling and Jesus Vazquez today.
Activities: February (15) 7 p.m. Class 3A-Region 6 G BB H w/Eagle Grove; (17) No school Presidents Day, NCIBA District Jazz Band Festival; (18) No school Teacher PD/Collaboration, 10 a.m. V Bowling 1A IHSAA Bowling SQM-Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn; (17) 7 p.m. V B BB Substate at Garner-Hayfield-Ventura; (19) 7 p.m. Class 3A Region 6 G BB H; (21-22) HS Jazz Choir Competition at Spirit Lake
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
January Purple Cord hours are due February 28. No longer accepting December purple cord hours.
No school-Monday, Feb. 17th Presidents Day and Tuesday Feb. 18th Teacher/PD Collaboration. Wed. Feb. 19th will Day 5th
ILCC online scholarship applications due March 1. Instructions to apply in your ICAP classrooms!
Juniors considering ILCC after high school please check your ICAP classroom for instructions for applying. Only criteria is you must have a 2.0 GPA!
Seniors - by completing the online ILCC application you are put in the running for MANY scholarships to be used at ILCC. Students NOT planning to attend ILCC can also complete this application, as there are a couple of awards that can be used at any school.
Girls track meeting today at 7:45 AM in the high school library.
No drivers ed class or driving today.
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the lunch room, Friday, February 21st. Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu

.February 12 2025

Cycle 5- Day 2 - Week 6

Happy birthday: Aiden White and Kellan Rasmussen today.
Activities: February (15) 7 p.m. Class 3A-Region 6 G BB H w/Eagle Grove; (17) No school Presidents Day, NCIBA District Jazz Band Festival; (18) No school Teacher PD/Collaboration, 10 a.m. V Bowling 1A IHSAA Bowling SQM-Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn; (17) 7 p.m. V B BB Substate at Garner-Hayfield-Ventura; (19) 7 p.m. Class 3A Region 6 G BB H; (21-22) HS Jazz Choir Competition at Spirit Lake
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
January Purple Cord hours are due February 28. No longer accepting December purple cord hours.
No school-Monday, Feb. 17th Presidents Day and Tuesday Feb. 18th Teacher/PD Collaboration. Wed. Feb. 19th will Day 5th
ILCC online scholarship applications due March 1. Instructions to apply in your ICAP classrooms!
Juniors considering ILCC after high school please check your ICAP classroom for instructions for applying. Only criteria is you must have a 2.0 GPA!
Seniors - by completing the online ILCC application you are put in the running for MANY scholarships to be used at ILCC. Students NOT planning to attend ILCC can also complete this application, as there are a couple of awards that can be used at any school.
Girls track meeting on Thursday, February 13th at 7:45 AM in the high school library.
No drivers ed class or driving on Thursday, Feb. 13th.

.February 11 2025

Cycle 5- Day 1 - Week 6

Happy birthday: none
Activities: February Today 4:00/6:15 p.m. JV/V G BB at Emmetsburg, 5:00/6:00/7:45 JV/JVR/V B BB at Emmetsburg, 4 p.m. Bowling at Carroll; (15) 7 p.m. Class 3A-Region 6 G BB H w/Eagle Grove; (17) No school Presidents Day, NCIBA District Jazz Band Festival; (18) No school Teacher PD/Collaboration, 10 a.m. V Bowling 1A IHSAA Bowling SQM-Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn; (19) 7 p.m. Class 3A Region 6 G BB H; (21-22) HS Jazz Choir Competition at Spirit Lake
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
January Purple Cord hours are due February 28. No longer accepting December purple cord hours.
No school-Monday, Feb. 17th Presidents Day and Tuesday Feb. 18th Teacher/PD Collaboration. Wed. Feb. 19th will Day 5th
ILCC online scholarship applications due March 1. Instructions to apply in your ICAP classrooms!
Juniors considering ILCC after high school please check your ICAP classroom for instructions for applying. Only criteria is you must have a 2.0 GPA!
Seniors - by completing the online ILCC application you are put in the running for MANY scholarships to be used at ILCC. Students NOT planning to attend ILCC can also complete this application, as there are a couple of awards that can be used at any school.
Girls track meeting on Thursday, February 13th at 7:45 AM in the high school library.
No drivers ed class or driving on Thursday, Feb. 13th.

.February 10, 2025

Cycle 4- Day 6 - Week 6

Happy birthday: none
Activities: February Today State Jazz Choir, 4 p.m. B Bowling @ Pocahontas Area; (11) 4:00/6:15 p.m. JV/V G BB at Emmetsburg, 5:00/6:00/7:45 JV/JVR/V B BB at Emmetsburg, 4 p.m. Bowling at Carroll; (15) 7 p.m. Class 3A-Region 6 G BB H w/Eagle Grove; (17) No school Presidents Day, NCIBA District Jazz Band Festival; (18) No school Teacher PD/Collaboration, 10 a.m. V Bowling 1A IHSAA Bowling SQM-Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn; (19) 7 p.m. Class 3A Region 6 G BB H; (21-22) HS Jazz Choir Competition at Spirit Lake
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
January Purple Cord hours are due February 28. No longer accepting December purple cord hours.
No school-Monday, Feb. 17th Presidents Day and Tuesday Feb. 18th Teacher/PD Collaboration. Wed. Feb. 19th will Day 5th
ILCC online scholarship applications due March 1. Instructions to apply in your ICAP classrooms!
Juniors considering ILCC after high school please check your ICAP classroom for instructions for applying. Only criteria is you must have a 2.0 GPA!
Seniors - by completing the online ILCC application you are put in the running for MANY scholarships to be used at ILCC. Students NOT planning to attend ILCC can also complete this application, as there are a couple of awards that can be used at any school.
Girls track meeting on Thursday, February 13th at 7:45 AM in the high school library.

.February 7, 2025

Cycle 4- Day 5 - Week 5

Happy birthday: Gustavo Chitic Aguilar, Dustin Baddley today, Elizabeth Sundberg on Saturday, Lianhecis Felipe Lopez on Sunday
Activities: February Today 3 p.m. V Bowling at Family Bowling Center, 4:30/5:30/7:30 JV/JVR/V B BB at Spirit Lake, 4:30/6:0O p.m. JV/V G BB at Spirit Lake; (10 State Jazz Choir, 4 p.m. B Bowling @ Pocahontas Area; (11) 4:00/6:15 p.m. JV/V G BB at Emmetsburg, 5:00/6:00/7:45 JV/JVR/V B BB at Emmetsburg, 4 p.m. Bowling at Carroll
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
Winter Formal-February 8th at 8 p.m. in the gym. $5 per person and if bringing an out-of-town date, need to get a permission form from Chris. Sponsored by Midget Maniacs.
January Purple Cord hours are due February 28. No longer accepting December purple cord hours.

PLAN AHEAD-DATES TO REMEMBER: 2/7 Midterm; 2/17 No School, Presidents’ Day, 2/18 No School- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 3/17-18 Parent Teacher Conferences, 3/20 End 3rd Quarter, 3/21 No school, 3/24 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 3/25 Begin 4th Quarter, 4/17 Midterms, 4/18 No school-Good Friday, 4/21 No school-Easter Break, 4/22 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 5/16 Last Day for Seniors, 5/18 Graduation, 5/20 End 4th Quarter, 2nd Semester, 5-21 Teacher In-Service Day

.February 6, 2025

Cycle 4- Day 4- Week 5

Happy birthday: Bonita Jordan today.
Activities: February Today 6:00 JV/V B WR H; (7) 3 p.m. V Bowling at Family Bowling Center, 4:30/5:30/7:30 JV/JVR/V B BB at Spirit Lake, 4:30/6:0O p.m. JV/V G BB at Spirit Lake; (10 State Jazz Choir, 4 p.m. B Bowling @ Pocahontas Area; (11) 4:00/6:15 p.m. JV/V G BB at Emmetsburg, 5:00/6:00/7:45 JV/JVR/V B BB at Emmetsburg, 4 p.m. Bowling at Carroll
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the lunch room, Friday, February 7. Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu
Girls’ Golf Meeting Today in the HS Little Theater at 3:00. Any girls interested in going out for golf, please attend this meeting.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
Winter Formal-February 8th at 8 p.m. in the gym. $5 per person and if bringing an out-of-town date, need to get a permission form from Chris. Sponsored by Midget Maniacs.
January Purple Cord hours are due February 28. No longer accepting December purple cord hours.

.February 5, 2025

Cycle 4- Day 3- Week 5

Happy birthday: Ella Regelsted today.
Activities: February (6) 6:00 JV/V B WR H; (7) 3 p.m. V Bowling at Family Bowling Center, 4:30/5:30/7:30 JV/JVR/V B BB at Spirit Lake, 4:30/6:0O p.m. JV/V G BB at Spirit Lake; (10 State Jazz Choir, 4 p.m. B Bowling @ Pocahontas Area; (11) 4:00/6:15 p.m. JV/V G BB at Emmetsburg, 5:00/6:00/7:45 JV/JVR/V B BB at Emmetsburg, 4 p.m. Bowling at Carroll
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the lunch room, Friday, February 7. Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu
Girls’ Golf Meeting Thursday Feb 6th in the HS Little Theater at 3:00. Any girls interested in going out for golf, please attend this meeting.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
Winter Formal-February 8th at 8 p.m. in the gym. $5 per person and if bringing an out-of-town date, need to get a permission form from Chris. Sponsored by Midget Maniacs.
Juniors-meeting today at 2:45 pm in the shop classroom C-112. If you are interested in helping with the Grand March planning, please attend this meeting.
January Purple Cord hours are due February 28. No longer accepting December purple cord hours.

.February 4, 2025

Cycle 4- Day 2- Week 5

Happy birthday: none
Activities: February Today 4:00 JV/V Bowling H w/Pocahontas Area, 6:00/7:15 p.m. JV/V B BB H w/Garner Hayfield Ventura; (6) 6:00 JV/V B WR H; (7) 3 p.m. V Bowling at Family Bowling Center, 4:30/5:30/7:30 JV/JVR/V B BB at Spirit Lake, 4:30/6:0O p.m. JV/V G BB at Spirit Lake; (10 State Jazz Choir, 4 p.m. B Bowling @ Pocahontas Area; (11) 4:00/6:15 p.m. JV/V G BB at Emmetsburg, 5:00/6:00/7:45 JV/JVR/V B BB at Emmetsburg, 4 p.m. Bowling at Carroll
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the lunch room, Friday, February 7. Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu
Girls’ Golf Meeting Thursday Feb 6th in the HS Little Theater at 3:00. Any girls interested in going out for golf, please attend this meeting.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
Winter Formal-February 8th at 8 p.m. in the gym. $5 per person and if bringing an out-of-town date, need to get a permission form from Chris. Sponsored by Midget Maniacs.
Juniors-meeting Wednesday, 2/5 at 2:45 pm in the shop classroom C-112. If you are interested in helping with the Grand March planning, please attend this meeting.
January Purple Cord hours are due February 28. No longer accepting December purple cord hours.

February 3, 2025

Cycle 4- Day 1- Week 5

Happy birthday: Izabella McDaniel and Thalia Acosta today.
Activities: January Today State Show Choir, 4:45/6:00/7:30 p.m. JVR/JV/V B BB H w/Sheldon; (4) 4:00 JV/V Bowling H w/Pocahontas Area, 6:00/7:15 p.m. JV/V B BB H w/Garner Hayfield Ventura; (6) 6:00 JV/V B WR H; (7) 3 p.m. V Bowling at Family Bowling Center, 4:30/5:30/7:30 JV/JVR/V B BB at Spirit Lake, 4:30/6:0O p.m. JV/V G BB at Spirit Lake.
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the lunch room, Friday, February 7. Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu
Girls’ Golf Meeting Thursday Feb 6th in the HS Little Theater at 3:00. Any girls interested in going out for golf, please attend this meeting.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 2/3, 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
Purple Cord Opportunity-Mr. Westoff is looking for a few students to help out with the Demoney students while they bowl. They bowl until February 4th. They are there from 8:30-9:30, 10:30-11:30, 12:30-1:30, 2:20-3:15. Please contact Mrs. Frideres if you are interested.
Boys’ track meeting today after school in the HS cafeteria.
Winter Formal-February 8th at 8 p.m. in the gym. Sponsored by Midget Maniacs.

January 31, 2025

Cycle 3- Day 6- Week 4

Happy birthday: Today-London Breaman, Addison Hooge, Amari Armstrong, 2-2 Blake Arends
Activities: January Today 4 p.m. G V WR at Sioux Center, 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB at Cherokee Washington, 4:30/5:30/7:30 p.m. JV/JVR/V B BB at Cherokee Washington; February (1) 10 a.m. V B WR at Roland Story; (3) State Show Choir, 4:45/6:00/7:30 p.m. JVR/JV/V B BB H w/Sheldon; (4) 4:00 JV/V Bowling H w/Pocahontas Area, 6:00/7:15 p.m. JV/V B BB H w/Garner Hayfield Ventura; (6) 6:00 JV/V B WR H; (7) 3 p.m. V Bowling at Family Bowling Center, 4:30/5:30/7:30 JV/JVR/V B BB at Spirit Lake, 4:30/6:0O p.m. JV/V G BB at Spirit Lake.
NO DRIVING TODAY.
Girls’ Golf Meeting Thursday Feb 6th in the HS Little Theater at 3:00. Any girls interested in going out for golf, please attend this meeting.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 2/3, 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
Purple Cord Hours-December- due today @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting Nov. Purple Cord hours*
Purple Cord Opportunity-Mr. Westoff is looking for a few students to help out with the Demoney students while they bowl. They bowl until February 4th. They are there from 8:30-9:30, 10:30-11:30, 12:30-1:30, 2:20-3:15. Please contact Mrs. Frideres if you are interested.
Boys’ track meeting on Monday Feb 3rd after school in the HS cafeteria.

.January 30, 2025

Cycle 3- Day 5- Week 4

Happy birthday: none
Activities: January Today 5 p.m. V B WR at Spirit Lake, Lakes Conference; (31) 4 p.m. G V WR at Sioux Center, 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB at Cherokee Washington, 4:30/5:30/7:30 p.m. JV/JVR/V B BB at Cherokee Washington; February (1) 10 a.m. V B WR at Roland Story; (3) State Show Choir, 4:45/6:00/7:30 p.m. JVR/JV/V B BB H w/Sheldon; (4) 4:00 JV/V Bowling H w/Pocahontas Area, 6:00/7:15 p.m. JV/V B BB H w/Garner Hayfield Ventura; (6) 6:00 JV/V B WR H; (7) 3 p.m. V Bowling at Family Bowling Center, 4:30/5:30/7:30 JV/JVR/V B BB at Spirit Lake, 4:30/6:0O p.m. JV/V G BB at Spirit Lake.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 2/3, 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Elks Lodge is looking for students that are interested in Purple Cord Hours. They need help with clearing tables for the Cattleman's supper from 5:30-6:30 on February 1st. Please contact Leslie White leslie.white@elc-csd.org if you have any questions or are interested in helping out.
Purple Cord Hours-December- due January 31 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting Nov. Purple Cord hours*
Purple Cord Opportunity-Mr. Westoff is looking for a few students to help out with the Demoney students while they bowl. They bowl until February 4th. They are there from 8:30-9:30, 10:30-11:30, 12:30-1:30, 2:20-3:15. Please contact Mrs. Frideres if you are interested.
Boys’ track meeting on Monday Feb 3rd after school in the HS cafeteria.

.January 29, 2025

Cycle 3- Day 4- Week 4

Happy birthday: Delaney Lundgren today.
Activities: January Today ILCC Jazz/Show Choir Festival-ILCC Estherville Campus; (30) 5 p.m. V B WR at Spirit Lake, Lakes Conference; (31) 4 p.m. G V WR at Sioux Center, 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB at Cherokee Washington, 4:30/5:30/7:30 p.m. JV/JVR/V B BB at Cherokee Washington; February (1) 10 a.m. V B WR at Roland Story; (3) State Show Choir, 4:45/6:00/7:30 p.m. JVR/JV/V B BB H w/Sheldon; (4) 4:00 JV/V Bowling H w/Pocahontas Area, 6:00/7:15 p.m. JV/V B BB H w/Garner Hayfield Ventura; (6) 6:00 JV/V B WR H; (7) 3 p.m. V Bowling at Family Bowling Center, 4:30/5:30/7:30 JV/JVR/V B BB at Spirit Lake, 4:30/6:0O p.m. JV/V G BB at Spirit Lake.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 2/3, 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Elks Lodge is looking for students that are interested in Purple Cord Hours. They need help with clearing tables for the Cattleman's supper from 5:30-6:30 on February 1st. Please contact Leslie White leslie.white@elc-csd.org if you have any questions or are interested in helping out.
Purple Cord Hours-December- due January 31 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting Nov. Purple Cord hours*
Reminder to the Juniors-one more week for selling Pasquale's Pizzas as part of 2025 Post Prom Fundraiser. Orders and money are due to the High School office by today.
Purple Cord Opportunity-Mr. Westoff is looking for a few students to help out with the Demoney students while they bowl. They bowl until February 4th. They are there from 8:30-9:30, 10:30-11:30, 12:30-1:30, 2:20-3:15. Please contact Mrs. Frideres if you are interested.
Boys’ track meeting on Monday Feb 3rd after school in the HS cafeteria.

.January 24, 2025

Cycle 3- Day 1- Week 3

Happy birthday: 1-25 Lana hammond, 1-26 Jostin Ortiz, Josiah Helmick
Activities: January Today 3 p.m. ILCC Jazz Band Contest-Janice K. Lund Performing Arts Center-ILCC Estherville Campus, 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB H w/Storm Lake; 4:40/6:00/7:30 p.m. JV/JVR/V B BB H /Storm Lake; (25) 9:30 a.m. V WR at Bishop Heelan Catholic High School, 10 a.m. G WR at Long Lines Family Rec Center;( 27) State Jazz Band Festival at Spirit Lake High School, 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB H w/Spencer, 4:30/6:00/7:30 p.m. JV/JVR/VB BB H w/Spencer
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 2/3, 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Elks Lodge is looking for students that are interested in Purple Cord Hours. They need help with clearing tables for the Cattleman's supper from 5:30-6:30 on February 1st. Please contact Leslie White leslie.white@elc-csd.org if you have any questions or are interested in helping out.
Purple Cord Hours for December- due January 31 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting November Purple Cord hours*
Reminder to the Juniors-one more week for selling Pasquale's Pizzas as part of 2025 Post Prom Fundraiser. Orders and money are due to the High School office by Wednesday January 29th.
Tailgate Supper-Friday, Jan. 24th 5-7:30 p.m.Walking taco with toppings, bar, water. $10 Proceeds go to WA TAN YE - a local service organization that provides donations to local libraries and scholarships for ELC students. For information about WA TAN YE, contact our membership committee: Nancy McCarroll (712-209-0760) or Laura Rosendahl (507-370-1515)
Tailgate Supper-Monday, January 27th-Starts 5 p.m. ELC vs Spencer. Shredded pork sandwich w/choice of sauce, chips, water, cookie $10 All proceeds go towards 2025 post prom. Thank you to HyVee and Fareway of Estherville.
Pack the Gym Night-Wrestling-Girls/Boys Double Dual Meet Tuesday, January 28th-. Free pizza at the HS gym 6:45 p.m. till supplies lasts-Limit 3 pieces for each person wearing ELC clothing. Sponsored by Duitsman Plumbing and Heating, ELC Booster Club, Estherville News.
Purple Cord Opportunity-Mr. Westoff is looking for a few students to help out with the Demoney students while they bowl. They bowl until February 4th. They are there from 8:30-9:30, 10:30-11:30, 12:30-1:30, 2:20-3:15. Please contact Mrs. Frideres if you are interested.

.January 23, 2025

Cycle 2- Day 6- Week 3

Happy birthday: Cara Schiltz today
Activities: January Today 3:30 p.m. JVV Bowling H All Star Lanes w/Sioux Central, 6 p.m. JVR B BB at Emmetsburg; (24) 3 p.m. ILCC Jazz Band Contest-Janice K. Lund Performing Arts Center-ILCC Estherville Campus, 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB H w/Storm Lake; 4:40/6:00/7:30 p.m. JV/JVR/V B BB H /Storm Lake; (25) 9:30 a.m. V WR at Bishop Heelan Catholic High School, 10 a.m. G WR at Long Lines Family Rec Center;( 27) State Jazz Band Festival at Spirit Lake High School, 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB H w/Spencer, 4:30/6:00/7:30 p.m. JV/JVR/VB BB H w/Spencer
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 2/3, 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Elks Lodge is looking for students that are interested in Purple Cord Hours. They need help with clearing tables for the Cattleman's supper from 5:30-6:30 on February 1st. Please contact Leslie White leslie.white@elc-csd.org if you have any questions or are interested in helping out.
Purple Cord Hours for December- due January 31 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting November Purple Cord hours*
Reminder to the Juniors-one more week for selling Pasquale's Pizzas as part of 2025 Post Prom Fundraiser. Orders and money are due to the High School office by Wednesday January 29th.
Tailgate Supper-Friday, Jan. 24th 5-7:30 p.m.Walking taco with toppings, bar, water. $10 Proceeds go to WA TAN YE - a local service organization that provides donations to local libraries and scholarships for ELC students. For information about WA TAN YE, contact our membership committee: Nancy McCarroll (712-209-0760) or Laura Rosendahl (507-370-1515)
Tailgate Supper-Monday, January 27th-Starts 5 p.m. ELC vs Spencer. Shredded pork sandwich w/choice of sauce, chips, water, cookie $10 All proceeds go towards 2025 post prom. Thank you to HyVee and Fareway of Estherville.
Pack the Gym Night-Wrestling-Girls/Boys Double Dual Meet Tuesday, January 28th-. Free pizza at the HS gym 6:45 p.m. till supplies lasts-Limit 3 pieces for each person wearing ELC clothing. Sponsored by Duitsman Plumbing and Heating, ELC Booster Club, Estherville News.

.January 22, 2025

Cycle 2- Day 5- Week 3

Happy birthday: Jaden Lewis and Marissa Ohl today.
Activities: January (23) 3:30 p.m. JVV Bowling H All Star Lanes w/Sioux Central, 6 p.m. JVR B BB at Emmetsburg; (24) 3 p.m. ILCC Jazz Band Contest-Janice K. Lund Performing Arts Center-ILCC Estherville Campus, 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB H w/Storm Lake; 4:40/6:00/7:30 p.m. JV/JVR/V B BB H /Storm Lake; (25) 9:30 a.m. V WR at Bishop Heelan Catholic High School, 10 a.m. G WR at Long Lines Family Rec Center;( 27) State Jazz Band Festival at Spirit Lake High School, 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB H w/Spencer, 4:30/6:00/7:30 p.m. JV/JVR/VB BB H w/Spencer
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 2/3, 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Elks Lodge is looking for students that are interested in Purple Cord Hours. They need help with clearing tables for the Cattleman's supper from 5:30-6:30 on February 1st. Please contact Leslie White leslie.white@elc-csd.org if you have any questions or are interested in helping out.
Purple Cord Hours for December- due January 31 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting November Purple Cord hours*
Reminder to the Juniors-one more week for selling Pasquale's Pizzas as part of 2025 Post Prom Fundraiser. Orders and money are due to the High School office by Wednesday January 29th.
Tailgate Supper-Friday, Jan. 24th 5-7:30 p.m.Walking taco with toppings, bar, water. $10 Proceeds go to WA TAN YE - a local service organization that provides donations to local libraries and scholarships for ELC students. For information about WA TAN YE, contact our membership committee: Nancy McCarroll (712-209-0760) or Laura Rosendahl (507-370-1515)
Tailgate Supper-Monday, January 27th-Starts 5 p.m. ELC vs Spencer. Shredded pork sandwich w/choice of sauce, chips, water, cookie $10 All proceeds go towards 2025 post prom. Thank you to HyVee and Fareway of Estherville.
Pack the Gym Night-Wrestling-Girls/Boys Double Dual Meet Tuesday, January 28th-. Free pizza at the HS gym 6:45 p.m. till supplies lasts-Limit 3 pieces for each person wearing ELC clothing. Sponsored by Duitsman Plumbing and Heating, ELC Booster Club, Estherville News.

.January 16, 2025

Cycle 2- Day 3 - Week 2

Happy birthday: none
Activities: January (17) 4:30/6:00/7:30 p.m. JV/JVR/V B BB H w/Spirit Lake, 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB H w/Spirit Lake; (18) 9:30 a.m. V G/B WR at Southeast Valley; (20) No school) (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day) 1:30 P.M. Bowling at Rush Werks, 4/6 p.m. JV/V G BB at Newell Fonda , 5/6/7:30 p.m. JV/JVR/V AT Newell Fonda, 5 p.m. JV WR at Emmetsburg; (21) No school (Teacher/PD Collaboration). 4 p.m. Bowling at Carroll
No school-Monday, Jan. 20 (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day) and Tuesday, Jan. 21 (Teacher/PD Collaboration). 1-22 will be Day 5.
Tailgate Supper: Friday, January 17th beginning at 5 p.m.Smoked Pulled Pork Sandwich, chips, water, dessert $10. Thank you to Shear Shack and Mid America Transport for the pork! All proceeds towards 2025 Homecoming. Sponsored by Football cheerleaders and Student Council.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 2/3, 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
Purple Cord Opportunity-The RWC is looking for responsible students to watch kids while parents are taking Fitness classes. Days: Monday-Thursday 5:15-6:30pm. See Mrs. Nitchals in the library if you are interested.
Purple Cord Opportunity- Kindergarten teachers are looking for students who are willing to help take apart the Amplify curriculum. You would tear the pages out of the curriculum book, organize them in order and give back to the kindergarten teachers. You can take the curriculum books home to do this project, or do it at Demoney Elementary. Please contact Mrs. Gjerde if you are interested.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Elks Lodge is looking for students that are interested in Purple Cord Hours. They need help with clearing tables for the Cattleman's supper from 5:30-6:30 on February 1st. Please contact Leslie White leslie.white@elc-csd.org if you have any questions or are interested in helping out.
Purple Cord Hours for December- due January 31 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting November Purple Cord hours*
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the lunch room, Friday, January 17. Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu

PLAN AHEAD-DATES TO REMEMBER: 1/20 No School Martin Luther King Jr. Day, 1/21 No School-Teacher PD/Collaboration, 2/7 Midterm; 2/17 No School, Presidents’ Day, 2/18 No School- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 3/17-18 Parent Teacher Conferences, 3/20 End 3rd Quarter, 3/21 No school, 3/24 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 3/25 Begin 4th Quarter, 4/17 Midterms, 4/18 No school-Good Friday, 4/21 No school-Easter Break, 4/22 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 5/16 Last Day for Seniors, 5/18 Graduation, 5/20 End 4th Quarter, 2nd Semester, 5-21 Teacher In-Service Day

.January 15, 2025

Cycle 2- Day 2 - Week 2

Happy birthday: Myla Fisher, Natalie Castro, Bristol Friesner today.
Activities: January (17) 4:30/6:00/7:30 p.m. JV/JVR/V B BB H w/Spirit Lake, 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB H w/Spirit Lake; (18) 9:30 a.m. V G/B WR at Southeast Valley; (20) No school) (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day) 1:30 P.M. Bowling at Rush Werks, 4/6 p.m. JV/V G BB at Newell Fonda , 5/6/7:30 p.m. JV/JVR/V AT Newell Fonda, 5 p.m. JV WR at Emmetsburg; (21) No school (Teacher/PD Collaboration). 4 p.m. Bowling at Carroll
No school-Monday, Jan. 20 (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day) and Tuesday, Jan. 21 (Teacher/PD Collaboration). 1-22 will be Day 5.
Tailgate Supper: Friday, January 17th beginning at 5 p.m.Smoked Pulled Pork Sandwich, chips, water, dessert $10. Thank you to Shear Shack and Mid America Transport for the pork! All proceeds towards 2025 Homecoming. Sponsored by Football cheerleaders and Student Council.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 2/3, 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.looking for responsible students to watch kids while parents are taking Fitness classes. Days: Monday-Thursday 5:15-6:30pm. See Mrs. Nitchals library if you are interested.
Purple Cord Opportunity- Kindergarten teachers are looking for students who are willing to help take apart the Amplify curriculum. You would tear the pages out of the curriculum book, organize them in order and give back to the kindergarten teachers. You can take the curriculum books home to do this project, or do it at Demoney Elementary. Please contact Mrs. Gjerde if you are interested.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Elks Lodge looking for students that are interested in Purple Cord Hours. They need help with clearing tables for Cattleman's supper from 5:30-6:30 February 1st. Please contact Leslie White leslie.white@elc-csd.org if you have any questions or are interested in helping out.
Soccer meeting Today at 5:30 in the ELC HIgh School Cafeteria for all high school students who are planning to play soccer this spring. If you are planning on playing you need to attend. Also there will be a sign up sheet in the activities office.
Purple Cord Hours for December- due January 31 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting November Purple Cord hours*
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the lunch room, Friday, January 17. Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu

.January 14, 2025

Cycle 2- Day 1 - Week 2

Happy birthday: none
Activities: Today 6 p.m. Bowling at Kemper Catholic, 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB at Spencer, 4:30/6:00/7:30 p.m. JV/JVR/V B BB at Spencer, 6 p.m. JV/V WR at Algona, V G WR at Algona; (16) 3:30 p.m. Bowling H, 6 p.m. G WR at Rock Valley, JV/V B WR at Rock Valley; (17) 4:30/6:00/7:30 p.m. JV/JVR/V B BB H w/Spirit Lake, 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB H w/Spirit Lake; (18) 9:30 a.m. V G/B WR at Southeast Valley; (20) No school) (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day) 1:30 P.M. Bowling at Rush Werks, 4/6 p.m. JV/V G BB at Newell Fonda , 5/6/7:30 p.m. JV/JVR/V AT Newell Fonda, 5 p.m. JV WR at Emmetsburg; (21) No school (Teacher/PD Collaboration). 4 p.m. Bowling at Carroll
No school-Monday, Jan. 20 (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day) and Tuesday, Jan. 21 (Teacher/PD Collaboration). 1-22 will be Day 5.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 2/3, 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
Purple Cord Opportunity-The RWC is looking for responsible students to watch kids while parents are taking Fitness classes. Days: Monday-Thursday 5:15-6:30pm. See Mrs. Nitchals in the library if you are interested.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Elks Lodge is looking for students that are interested in Purple Cord Hours. They need help with clearing tables for the Cattleman's supper from 5:30-6:30 on February 1st. Please contact Leslie White leslie.white@elc-csd.org if you have any questions or are interested in helping out.
Soccer meeting on Wednesday, January 15 at 5:30 in the ELC HIgh School Cafeteria for all high school students who are planning to play soccer this spring. If you are planning on playing you need to attend. Also there will be a sign up sheet in the activities office.
Purple Cord Hours for December- due January 31 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting November Purple Cord hours*
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the lunch room, Friday, January 17. Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu

January 13, 2025

Cycle 1- Day 6 Week 2

Happy birthday: none
Activities: Today 6 p.m. JVR B BB H w/North Union; (14) 4 p.m. Bowling at Kemper Catholic, 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB at Spencer, 4:30/6:00/7:30 p.m. JV/JVR/V B BB at Spencer, 6 p.m. JV/V WR at Algona, V G WR at Algona; (16) 3:30 p.m. Bowling H, 6 p.m. G WR at Rock Valley, JV/V B WR at Rock Valley; (17) 4:30/6:00/7:30 p.m. JV/JVR/V B BB H w/Spirit Lake, 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB H w/Spirit Lake; (18) 9:30 a.m. V G/B WR at Southeast Valley; (20) No school) (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day) 1:30 P.M. Bowling at Rush Werks, 4/6 p.m. JV/V G BB at Newell Fonda , 5/6/7:30 p.m. JV/JVR/V AT Newell Fonda, 5 p.m. JV WR at Emmetsburg; (21) No school (Teacher/PD Collaboration). 4 p.m. Bowling at Carroll
No school-Monday, Jan. 20 (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day) and Tuesday, Jan. 21 (Teacher/PD Collaboration). 1-22 will be Day 5.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 2/3, 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
Purple Cord Opportunity-The RWC is looking for responsible students to watch kids while parents are taking Fitness classes. Days: Monday-Thursday 5:15-6:30pm. See Mrs. Nitchals in the library if you are interested.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Elks Lodge is looking for students that are interested in Purple Cord Hours. They need help with clearing tables for the Cattleman's supper from 5:30-6:30 on February 1st. Please contact Leslie White leslie.white@elc-csd.org if you have any questions or are interested in helping out.
Soccer meeting on Wednesday, January 15 at 5:30 in the ELC HIgh School Cafeteria for all high school students who are planning to play soccer this spring. If you are planning on playing you need to attend. Also there will be a sign up sheet in the activities office.
Purple Cord Hours for December- due January 31 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting November Purple Cord hours*
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the lunch room, Friday, January 17. Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu

January 10, 2025

Cycle 1- Day 5 Week 1

Happy birthday: Remington Laidig today and Kaden Fechter on Sunday Jan. 12
Activities: Today 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB H w/Cherokee Washington, 4:30/6:00/7:30 JV/JVR/JV B BB H w/Cherokee Washington; (11) NCIBA Honor Band at Iowa Central Comm. College, 9 a.m. K-3rd grade BB Camp- MS school, 10 a.m. V B WR at Graettinger Terril, V G WR at Ogden, 1:30/2:45 p.m. JV/V B BB H w/Clarion-Goldfield-Dows; (13) 6 p.m. JVR B BB H w/North Union
No school-Monday, Jan. 20 (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day) and Tuesday, Jan. 21 (Teacher/PD Collaboration). 1-22 will be Day 5.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 2/3, 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
Purple Cord Opportunity-The RWC is looking for responsible students to watch kids while parents are taking Fitness classes. Days: Monday-Thursday 5:15-6:30pm. See Mrs. Nitchals in the library if you are interested.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Elks Lodge is looking for students that are interested in Purple Cord Hours. They need help with clearing tables for the Cattleman's supper from 5:30-6:30 on February 1st. Please contact Leslie White leslie.white@elc-csd.org if you have any questions or are interested in helping out.
Soccer meeting on Wednesday, January 15 at 5:30 in the ELC HIgh School Cafeteria for all high school students who are planning to play soccer this spring. If you are planning on playing you need to attend. Also there will be a sign up sheet in the activities office.
Students requesting schedule changes-should submit their changes on the form Mrs. Brechwald emailed to you. You can also find it at mrsbrechwaldsblogspot.com Changes must be finalized by today. All students must have either PE or PE exempt on their schedules. If you exempted and didn’t go out for a sport, you must get PE on your schedule. You cannot change order of classes, only drop or add.
Tailgate Supper-tonight 5-7 p.m. Hot Beef Sundae, cookie, and water. $10 Proceeds go to FCCLA (Family Careers Community Leaders of America), a school organization.
Purple Cord Hours for December- due January 31 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting November Purple Cord hours*
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the lunch room, Friday, January 17. Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu

.January 9, 2025

Cycle 1- Day 4 Week 1

Happy birthday: none
Activities: Today (9) 5:30 p.m. G WR at Graettinger-Terril, 6 p.m. JV/V WR at Spencer, 6:30 p.m. JVR G/B BB H w/ Algona (enter MS); (10) 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB H w/Cherokee Washington, 4:30/6:00/7:30 JV/JVR/JV B BB H w/Cherokee Washington; (11) NCIBA Honor Band at Iowa Central Comm. College, 9 a,m, K-3rd grade BB Camp- MS school, 10 a.m. V B WR at Graettinger Terril, V G WR at Ogden, 1:30/2:45 p.m. JV/V B BB H w/Clarion-Goldfield-Dows; (13) 6 p.m. JVR B BB H w/North Union
No school-Monday, Jan. 20 (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day) and Tuesday, Jan. 21 (Teacher/PD Collaboration). 1-22 will be Day 5.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 2/3, 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
Purple Cord Opportunity-RWC looking for responsible students to watch kids while parents taking Fitness classes. Days: Monday-Thursday 5:15-6:30pm. See Mrs. Nitchals in library if you are interested.
Soccer meeting on Wednesday, January 15 at 5:30 in the ELC HIgh School Cafeteria for all high school students who are planning to play soccer this spring. If you are planning on playing you need to attend. Also there will be a sign up sheet in the activities office.
Students requesting schedule changes-should submit their changes on the form Mrs. Brechwald emailed to you. You can also find it at mrsbrechwaldsblogspot.com Changes must be finalized by Friday, January 10. All students must have either PE or PE exempt on their schedules. If you exempted and didn’t go out for a sport, you must get PE on your schedule. You cannot change order of classes, only drop or add.
Tailgate Supper-January 10th 5-7 p.m. Hot Beef Sundae, cookie, and water. $10 Proceeds go to FCCLA (Family Careers Community Leaders of America), a school organization.
Purple Cord Hours for December- due January 31 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting November Purple Cord hours*
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the lunch room, Friday, January 17. Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu

.January 8, 2025

Cycle 1- Day 3- Week 1

Happy birthday: none
Activities: Today (9) 5:30 p.m. G WR at Graettinger-Terril, 6 p.m. JV/V WR at Spencer, 6:30 p.m. JVR G/B BB H w/ Algona (enter MS); (10) 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB H w/Cherokee Washington, 4:30/6:00/7:30 JV/JVR/JV B BB H w/Cherokee Washington; (11) NCIBA Honor Band at Iowa Central Comm. College, 9 a,m, K-3rd grade BB Camp- MS school, 10 a.m. V B WR at Graettinger Terril, V G WR at Ogden, 1:30/2:45 p.m. JV/V B BB H w/Clarion-Goldfield-Dows; (13) 6 p.m. JVR B BB H w/North Union
No school-Monday, Jan. 20 (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day) and Tuesday, Jan. 21 (Teacher/PD Collaboration). 1-22 will be Day 5.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 2/3, 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
Purple Cord Opportunity-The RWC is looking for responsible students to watch kids while parents are taking Fitness classes. Days: Monday-Thursday 5:15-6:30pm. See Mrs. Nitchals in the library if you are interested.
Soccer meeting on Wednesday, January 15 at 5:30 in the ELC HIgh School Cafeteria for all high school students who are planning to play soccer this spring. If you are planning on playing you need to attend. Also there will be a sign up sheet in the activities office.
Students requesting schedule changes-should submit their changes on the form Mrs. Brechwald emailed to you. You can also find it at mrsbrechwaldsblogspot.com Changes must be finalized by Friday, January 10. All students must have either PE or PE exempt on their schedules. If you exempted and didn’t go out for a sport, you must get PE on your schedule. You cannot change order of classes, only drop or add.
Tailgate Supper-January 10th 5-7 p.m. Hot Beef Sundae, cookie, and water. $10 Proceeds go to FCCLA (Family Careers Community Leaders of America), a school organization.
Purple Cord Hours for December- due January 31 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting November Purple Cord hours*
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the lunch room, Friday, January 17. Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu

.January 7, 2025

Cycle 1- Day 2- Week 1

Happy birthday: Ashley Gomez Ramirez today
Activities: Today 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB H w/Emmetsburg, 4;30/6:00/7:45 p.m. JV/JVR/V B BB H w/Emmetsburg; (9) 5:30 p.m. G WR at Graettinger-Terril, 6 p.m. JV/V WR at Spencer, 6:30 p.m. JVR G/B BB H w/ Algona; (10) 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB H w/Cherokee Washington, 4:30/6:00/7:30 JV/JVR/JV B BB H w/Cherokee Washington; (11) NCIBA Honor Band at Iowa Central Comm. College, 9 a,m, K-3rd grade BB Camp- MS school, 10 a.m. V B WR at Graettinger Terril, V G WR at Ogden, 1:30/2:45 p.m. JV/V B BB H w/Clarion-Goldfield-Dows; (13) 6 p.m. JVR B BB H w/North Union
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 2/3, 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
Students requesting schedule changes-should submit their changes on the form Mrs. Brechwald emailed to you. You can also find it at mrsbrechwaldsblogspot.com Changes must be finalized by Friday, January 10. All students must have either PE or PE exempt on their schedules. If you exempted and didn’t go out for a sport, you must get PE on your schedule. You cannot change order of classes, only drop or add.
Tailgate Supper-January 10th 5-7 p.m. Hot Beef Sundae, cookie, and water. $10 Proceeds go to FCCLA (Family Careers Community Leaders of America), a school organization.
Purple Cord Hours for December- due January 31 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting November Purple Cord hours*
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the lunch room, Friday, January 17. Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu

.January 6, 2025

Cycle 1- Day 1- Week 1

The following need to see Mr. Kalous: none
Happy birthday: none
Activities: Today Start 3rd quarter/2nd semester; (7) 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB H w/Emmetsburg, 4;30/6:00/7:45 p.m. JV/JVR/V B BB H w/Emmetsburg; (9) 5:30 p.m. G W at Graettinger-Terril, 6 p.m. JV/V WR at Spencer, 6:30 p.m. JVR G/B BB H w/ Algona; (10) 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB H w/Cherokee Washington, 4:30/6:00/7:30 JV/JVR/JV B BB H w/Cherokee Washington; (11) NCIBA Honor Band at Iowa Central Comm. College, 9 a,m, K-3rd grade BB Camp- MS school, 10 a.m. V B WR at Graettinger Terril, V G WR at Ogden, 1:30/2:45 p.m. JV/V B BB H w/Clarion-Goldfield-Dows; (13) 6 p.m. JVR B BB H w/North Union
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 1/6, 2/3, 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
Students requesting schedule changes-should submit their changes on the form Mrs. Brechwald emailed to you. You can also find it at mrsbrechwaldsblogspot.com Changes must be finalized by Friday, January 10. All students must have either PE or PE exempt on their schedules. If you exempted and didn’t go out for a sport, you must get PE on your schedule. You cannot change order of classes, only drop or add.
Purple Cord Hours for December- due January 31 @ 3:30pm *no longer accepting November Purple Cord hours*

PLAN AHEAD-DATES TO REMEMBER: 1-6 Begin 3rd Quarter, 1/20 No School Martin Luther King Jr. Day, 1/21 No School-Teacher PD/Collaboration, 2/7 Midterm; 2/17 No School, Presidents’ Day, 2/18 No School- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 3/17-18 Parent Teacher Conferences, 3/20 End 3rd Quarter, 3/21 No school, 3/24 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 3/25 Begin 4th Quarter, 4/17 Midterms, 4/18 No school-Good Friday, 4/21 No school-Easter Break, 4/22 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 5/16 Last Day for Seniors, 5/18 Graduation, 5/20 End 4th Quarter, 2nd Semester, 5-21 Teacher In-Service Day

.December 20, 2024

Cycle 13 - Day 5- Week 9

Happy birthday: 12-21 Thomas Nelson, Karla Romero Moreno, Jesus Diaz Barajas; 22-Aracely Astello, 24-Brayan Chile Vicente, Layton Yager, 26- Rylee Yager, 27-Yuri De La Rosa, Samantha Myers, 29-Joshua Miller, 30-Anderson Maldonado-Hernandez, Andrew Norgaard, 31-Amarissa Arizmendi, 2025 1-2 Emily Eveleth, 3-Julissa Smith.
Activities: December Today End of 2nd Quarter/1st Semester, 4 p.m. V Bowling H, 4:30/6 p.m./7:30 JV/JVR/V B BB at Storm Lake, 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB Storm Lake, 5 p.m. JV WR at Roland Story; (21) 10 a.m. B WR at Roland Story; Christmas Break Dec. 23-Jan.1st; 2025 January 2,3 No School Teacher PD/Collaboration
Holiday Dress Up Days- Today All Out Holiday
Reading Challenge-Win a Gift Card! Stop in the library for your 12 Days of Reading Challenge sheet! Complete any twelve of the twenty three challenges by December 20th for a chance to WIN! See Ms. Glanzer for more details or if you have questions!
November Purple Cord hours today @ 3:30. No longer accepting October hours.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 12/9, 1/6, 2/3, 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.
2nd semester-Students requesting schedule changes-should submit their changes on the form Mrs. Brechwald emailed to you. You can also find it at mrsbrechwaldsblogspot.com Changes must be finalized by Friday, January 10. All students must have either PE or PE exempt on their schedules. If you exempted and didn’t go out for a sport, you must get PE on your schedule. You cannot change order of classes, only drop or add.

PLAN AHEAD-DATES TO REMEMBER: Today End 2nd Quarter/1st Semester, 12/23-31 Holiday Break; 2025 1/1 Holiday Break, 1/2-3 No School-Teacher PD/Collaboration, 1-6 Begin 3rd Quarter, 1/20 No School Martin Luther King Jr. Day, 1/21 No School-Teacher PD/Collaboration, 2/7 Midterm; 2/17 No School, Presidents’ Day, 2/18 No School- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 3/17-18 Parent Teacher Conferences, 3/20 End 3rd Quarter, 3/21 No school, 3/24 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 3/25 Begin 4th Quarter, 4/17 Midterms, 4/18 No school-Good Friday, 4/21 No school-Easter Break, 4/22 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 5/16 Last Day for Seniors, 5/18 Graduation, 5/20 End 4th Quarter, 2nd Semester, 5-21 Teacher In-Service Day .

December 19, 2024

Cycle 13 - Day 4- Week 9

Happy birthday: 12-21 Thomas Nelson, Karla Romero Moreno, Jesus Diaz Barajas; 22-Aracely Astello, 24-Brayan Chile Vicente, Layton Yager, 26- Rylee Yager, 27-Yuri De La Rosa, Samantha Myers, 29-Joshua Miller, 30-Anderson Maldonado-Hernandez, Andrew Norgaard, 31-Amarissa Arizmendi, 2025 1-2 Emily Eveleth, 3-Julissa Smith.
Activities: December Today 6 p.m. 6 p.m. JV/V WR at MOC Floyd Valley; (20) End of 2nd Quarter/1st Semester, 4 p.m. V Bowling H, 4:30/6 p.m./7:30 JV/JVR/V B BB at Storm Lake, 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB Storm Lake, 5 p.m. JV WR at Roland Story; (21) 10 a.m. B WR at Roland Story; Christmas Break Dec. 23-Jan.1st; 2025 January 2,3 No School Teacher PD/Collaboration
Holiday Dress Up Days- Today Character, Friday, 12-20 All Out Holiday
Reading Challenge-Win a Gift Card! Stop in the library for your 12 Days of Reading Challenge sheet! Complete any twelve of the twenty three challenges by December 20th for a chance to WIN! See Ms. Glanzer for more details or if you have questions!
November Purple Cord hours due Fri., Dec. 20 @ 3:30. No longer accepting October hours.
Purple Cord Opportunity: Iowa State Extension is looking for 1-2 people to help with Clover Kids 3:30-4:30pm in the Demoney Art Room. Dates: 12/9, 1/6, 2/3, 3/3, 4/7, 5/5 Please 712)-362-3434 if you are interested or have any questions.

PLAN AHEAD-DATES TO REMEMBER: 12/20 End 2nd Quarter/1st Semester, 12/23-31 Holiday Break; 2025 1/1 Holiday Break, 1/2-3 No School-Teacher PD/Collaboration, 1-6 Begin 3rd Quarter, 1/20 No School Martin Luther King Jr. Day, 1/21 No School-Teacher PD/Collaboration, 2/7 Midterm; 2/17 No School, Presidents’ Day, 2/18 No School- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 3/17-18 Parent Teacher Conferences, 3/20 End 3rd Quarter, 3/21 No school, 3/24 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 3/25 Begin 4th Quarter, 4/17 Midterms, 4/18 No school-Good Friday, 4/21 No school-Easter Break, 4/22 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 5/16 Last Day for Seniors, 5/18 Graduation, 5/20 End 4th Quarter, 2nd Semester, 5-21 Teacher In-Service Day

.December 18 2024

Cycle 13 - Day 3- Week 9

Happy birthday: Madison Hobmeier today.
Activities: December (19) 6 p.m. 6 p.m. JV/V WR at MOC Floyd Valley; (20) End of 2nd Quarter/1st Semester, 4 p.m. V Bowling H, 4:30/6 p.m./7:30 JV/JVR/V B BB at Storm Lake, 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB Storm Lake, 5 p.m. JV WR at Roland Story; (21) 10 a.m. B WR at Roland Story; Christmas Break Dec. 23-Jan.1st; 2025 January 2,3 No School Teacher PD/Collaboration
Holiday Dress Up Days- Today Hats and Socks, Thursday, 12-19 Character, Friday, 12-20 All Out Holiday
Reading Challenge-Win a Gift Card! Stop in the library for your 12 Days of Reading Challenge sheet! Complete any twelve of the twenty three challenges by December 20th for a chance to WIN! See Ms. Glanzer for more details or if you have questions!
Drivers Ed-If you would like to sign up for the Winter session of Drivers Ed please bring your permit to the high school office. It will start the first or second week of January. We will take the oldest 30 students to fill the class. Cut off for signing up is today at 3:30
November Purple Cord hours due Fri., Dec. 20 @ 3:30. No longer accepting October hours.

.December 17, 2024

Cycle 13 - Day 2- Week 9

Happy birthday: Brody Olson today.
Activities: December (19) 6 p.m. 6 p.m. JV/V WR at MOC Floyd Valley; (20) End of 2nd Quarter/1st Semester, 4 p.m. V Bowling H, 4:30/6 p.m./7:30 JV/JVR/V B BB at Storm Lake, 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB Storm Lake, 5 p.m. JV WR at Roland Story; (21) 10 a.m. B WR at Roland Story; Christmas Break Dec. 23-Jan.1st; 2025 January 2,3 No School Teacher PD/Collaboration
Holiday Dress Up Days- Today Ugly Sweater, Wednesday, 12-18 Hats and Socks, Thursday, 12-19 Character, Friday, 12-20 All Out Holiday
Reading Challenge-Win a Gift Card! Stop in the library for your 12 Days of Reading Challenge sheet! Complete any twelve of the twenty three challenges by December 20th for a chance to WIN! See Ms. Glanzer for more details or if you have questions!
Drivers Ed-If you would like to sign up for the Winter session of Drivers Ed please bring your permit to the high school office. It will start the first or second week of January. We will take the oldest 30 students to fill the class. Cut off for signing up is Wednesday Dec. 18th at 3:30
November Purple Cord hours due Fri., Dec. 20 @ 3:30. No longer accepting October hours.
Tailgate Supper-Today 5--7:30 p.m. Walking Taco w/toppings, bar, water $10 Sponsored by WA TAN YE. Proceeds go to WA TAN YE - a local service organization that provides donations to local libraries and scholarships for ELC students. More information about WA TAN YE, contact
membership committee:Nancy McCarroll (712-209-0760) or Laura Rosendahl (507-370-1515)

.December 16, 2024

Cycle 13 - Day 1- Week 9

Happy birthday: Osiel Castro today
Activities: December (19) 6 p.m. 6 p.m. JV/V WR at MOC Floyd Valley; (20) End of 2nd Quarter/1st Semester, 4 p.m. V Bowling H, 4:30/6 p.m./7:30 JV/JVR/V B BB at Storm Lake, 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB Storm Lake, 5 p.m. JV WR at Roland Story; (21) 10 a.m. B WR at Roland Story; Christmas Break Dec. 23-Jan.1st; 2025 January 2,3 No School Teacher PD/Collaboration
Holiday Dress Up Days-Monday Today Holiday Pajamas, Tuesday, 12-17 Ugly Sweater, Wednesday, 12-18 Hats and Socks, Thursday, 12-19 Character, Friday, 12-20 All Out Holiday
Reading Challenge-Win a Gift Card! Stop in the library for your 12 Days of Reading Challenge sheet! Complete any twelve of the twenty three challenges by December 20th for a chance to WIN! See Ms. Glanzer for more details or if you have questions!
Drivers Ed-If you would like to sign up for the Winter session of Drivers Ed please bring your permit to the high school office. It will start the first or second week of January. We will take the oldest 30 students to fill the class. Cut off for signing up is Wednesday Dec. 18th at 3:30
November Purple Cord hours due Fri., Dec. 20 @ 3:30. No longer accepting October hours.
Tailgate Supper-Tuesday, 12-175-7:30 p.m. Walking Taco w/toppings, bar, water $10 Sponsored by WA TAN YE. Proceeds go to WA TAN YE - a local service organization that provides donations to local libraries and scholarships for ELC students. More information about WA TAN YE, contact membership committee:Nancy McCarroll (712-209-0760) or Laura Rosendahl (507-370-1515)

PLAN AHEAD-DATES TO REMEMBER: 12/20 End 2nd Quarter/1st Semester, 12/23-31 Holiday Break; 2025 1/1 Holiday Break, 1/2-3 No School-Teacher PD/Collaboration, 1-6 Begin 3rd Quarter, 1/20 No School Martin Luther King Jr. Day, 1/21 No School-Teacher PD/Collaboration, 2/7 Midterm; 2/17 No School President Day, 2/18 No School- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 3/17-18 Parent Teacher Conferences, 3/20 End 3rd Quarter, 3/21 No school, 3/24 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 3/25 Begin 4th Quarter, 4/17 Midterms, 4/18 No school-Good Friday, 4/21 No school-Easter Break, 4/22 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 5/16 Last Day for Seniors, 5/18 Graduation, 5/20 End 4th Quarter, 2nd Semester, 5-21 Teacher In-Service Day

.December 13, 2024

Cycle 12 - Day 6- Week 8

Happy birthday: Hillary Ruschy today. Aaron Thelen Sat. !2-14, Alivia Chalsma Sunday, 12-15
Activities: December Today 3 p.m. V Bowling at Fort Dodge, 5 p.m. JV WR at Algona; (14) 10 a.m. V WR at Emmetsburg, 1:30/3:00/4:30 p.m. JV/JVR/V B BB H/w Okoboji, 1:30/ 3 p.m. JV/V G BB H/w Okoboji; (15) 2 p.m. 9-12 Band & Vocal Concert at Janice K. Lund Performing Arts Center, ILCC Estherville Campus; (19) 6 p.m. 6 p.m. JV/V WR at MOC Floyd Valley; (20) End of 2nd Quarter/1st Semester, 4 p.m. V Bowling H, 4:30/6 p.m./7:30 JV/JVR/V B BB at Storm Lake, 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB Storm Lake, 5 p.m. JV WR at Roland Story; (21) 10 a.m. B WR at Roland Story; Christmas Break Dec. 23-Jan.1st; 2025 January 2,3 No School Teacher PD/Collaboration
Holiday Dress Up Days-Monday 12-16 Holiday Pajamas, Tuesday, 12-17 Ugly Sweater, Wednesday, 12-18 Hats and Socks, Thursday, 12-19 Character, Friday, 12-20 All Out Holiday
Reading Challenge-Win a Gift Card! Stop in the library for your 12 Days of Reading Challenge sheet! Complete any twelve of the twenty three challenges by December 20th for a chance to WIN! See Ms. Glanzer for more details or if you have questions!
Drivers Ed-If you would like to sign up for the Winter session of Drivers Ed please bring your permit to the high school office. It will start the first or second week of January. We will take the oldest 30 students to fill the class. Cut off for signing up is Wednesday Dec. 18th at 3:30
November Purple Cord hours due Fri., Dec. 20 @ 3:30. No longer accepting October hours.
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the lunch room today. Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu
ELC High School Winter Band / Choir Concert - Sunday, December 15th, 2:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m. Doors to Lobby open for audience members, 1:30 p.m. Doors to Auditorium open for seating. Janice K Lund Performing Arts Center (Iowa Lakes Community College) Admission: No cost, however, you have the opportunity to give a free will donation at door to help support the band and choir programs, purchase supplies and equipment needed throughout the year/to pay for use of performing arts facility. Your donation is greatly appreciated! Park in ILCC Parking Lot - RWC Parking Lot - ELC Stadium Parking Lot; Concert Entrance: North Entrance to Performing Arts Center Lobby Other Info: Students and directors encourage everyone attending to stay for entire concert. Short intermission between choir and band portions of concert. Performing Arts Center does not allow any food or beverages in auditorium.

PLAN AHEAD-DATES TO REMEMBER: 12/20 End 2nd Quarter/1st Semester, 12/23-31 Holiday Break; 2025 1/1 Holiday Break, 1/2-3 No School-Teacher PD/Collaboration, 1-6 Begin 3rd Quarter, 1/20 No School Martin Luther King Jr. Day, 1/21 No School-Teacher PD/Collaboration, 2/7 Midterm; 2/17 No School President’s Day, 2/18 No School- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 3/17-18 Parent Teacher Conferences, 3/20 End 3rd Quarter, 3/21 No school, 3/24 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 3/25 Begin 4th Quarter, 4/17 Midterms, 4/18 No school-Good Friday, 4/21 No school-Easter Break, 4/22 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 5/16 Last Day for Seniors, 5/18 Graduation, 5/20 End 4th Quarter, 2nd Semester, 5-21 Teacher In-Service Day

.December 12, 2024

Cycle 12 - Day 5- Week 8

Happy birthday: :Ashley Lopez Chavez today
Activities: December (13) 3 p.m. V Bowling at Fort Dodge, 5 p.m. JV WR at Algona; (14) 10 a.m. V WR at Emmetsburg, 1:30/3:00/4:30 p.m. JV/JVR/V B BB H/w Okoboji, 1:30/ 3 p.m. JV/V G BB H/w Okoboji; (15) 2 p.m. 9-12 Band & Vocal Concert at Janice K. Lund Performing Arts Center, ILCC Estherville Campus; (19) 6 p.m. 6 p.m. JV/V WR at MOC Floyd Valley; (20) End of 2nd Quarter/1st Semester, 4 p.m. V Bowling H, 4:30/6 p.m./7:30 JV/JVR/V B BB at Storm Lake, 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB Storm Lake, 5 p.m. JV WR at Roland Story; (21) 10 a.m. B WR at Roland Story; Christmas Break Dec. 23-Jan.1st; 2025 January 2,3 No School Teacher PD/Collaboration
Holiday Dress Up Days-Monday 12-16 Holiday Pajamas, Tuesday, 12-17 Ugly Sweater, Wednesday, 12-18 Hats and Socks, Thursday, 12-19 Character, Friday, 12-20 All Out Holiday
Reading Challenge-Win a Gift Card! Stop in the library for your 12 Days of Reading Challenge sheet! Complete any twelve of the twenty three challenges by December 20th for a chance to WIN! See Ms. Glanzer for more details or if you have questions!
Drivers Ed-If you would like to sign up for the Winter session of Drivers Ed please bring your permit to the high school office. It will start the first or second week of January. We will take the oldest 30 students to fill the class. Cut off for signing up is Wednesday Dec. 18th at 3:30
November Purple Cord hours due Fri., Dec. 20 @ 3:30. No longer accepting October hours.
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the lunch room, Friday, December 13. Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu
ELC High School Winter Band / Choir Concert - Sunday, December 15th, 2:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m. Doors to Lobby open for audience members, 1:30 p.m. Doors to Auditorium open for seating. Janice K Lund Performing Arts Center (Iowa Lakes Community College) Admission: No cost, however, you have the opportunity to give a free will donation at door to help support the band and choir programs, purchase supplies and equipment needed throughout the year/to pay for use of performing arts facility. Your donation is greatly appreciated! Park in ILCC Parking Lot - RWC Parking Lot - ELC Stadium Parking Lot; Concert Entrance: North Entrance to Performing Arts Center Lobby Other Info: Students and directors encourage everyone attending to stay for entire concert. Short intermission between choir and band portions of concert. Performing Arts Center does not allow any food or beverages in auditorium.

PLAN AHEAD-DATES TO REMEMBER: 12/20 End 2nd Quarter/1st Semester, 12/23-31 Holiday Break; 2025 1/1 Holiday Break, 1/2-3 No School-Teacher PD/Collaboration, 1-6 Begin 3rd Quarter, 1/20 No School Martin Luther King Jr. Day, 1/21 No School-Teacher PD/Collaboration, 2/7 Midterm; 2/17 No School President’s Day, 2/18 No School- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 3/17-18 Parent Teacher Conferences, 3/20 End 3rd Quarter, 3/21 No school, 3/24 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 3/25 Begin 4th Quarter, 4/17 Midterms, 4/18 No school-Good Friday, 4/21 No school-Easter Break, 4/22 No school- Teacher PD/Collaboration, 5/16 Last Day for Seniors, 5/18 Graduation, 5/20 End 4th Quarter, 2nd Semester, 5-21 Teacher In-Service Day

.December 11, 2024

Cycle 12 - Day 4 - Week 8

Happy birthday: :none
Activities: December Today 4:45/6:00/7:30 p.m. JVR/JV/V B BB at JCC, 6/7:30 p.m. G V/JV BB at JCC; (13) 3 p.m. V Bowling at Fort Dodge, 5 p.m. JV WR at Algona; (14) 10 a.m. V WR at Emmetsburg, 1:30/3:00/4:30 p.m. JV/JVR/V B BB H/w Okoboji, 1:30/ 3 p.m. JV/V G BB H/w Okoboji; (15) 2 p.m. 9-12 Band & Vocal Concert at Janice K. Lund Performing Arts Center, ILCC Estherville Campus; (19) 6 p.m. 6 p.m. JV/V WR at MOC Floyd Valley; (20) End of 2nd Quarter/1st Semester, 4 p.m. V Bowling H, 4:30/6 p.m./7:30 JV/JVR/V B BB at Storm Lake, 4:30/6 p.m. JV/V G BB Storm Lake, 5 p.m. JV WR at Roland Story; (21) 10 a.m. B WR at Roland Story; Christmas Break Dec. 12-Jan.1st; 2025 January 2,3 No School Teacher PD/Collaboration
Holiday Dress Up Days-Monday 12-16 Holiday Pajamas, Tuesday, 12-17 Ugly Sweater, Wednesday, 12-11 Hats and Socks, Thursday, 12-19 Character, Friday, 12-20 All Out Holiday
Reading Challenge-Win a Gift Card! Stop in the library for your 12 Days of Reading Challenge sheet! Complete any twelve of the twenty three challenges by December 20th for a chance to WIN! See Ms. Glanzer for more details or if you have questions!
Drivers Ed-If you would like to sign up for the Winter session of Drivers Ed please bring your permit to the high school office. It will start the first or second week of January. We will take the oldest 30 students to fill the class. Cut off for signing up is Wednesday Dec. 18th at 3:30
Plan ahead - Christmas break December 21-Jan. 3, 2025. School resume Monday, Jan. 6. If going out of town for the holidays and miss days of school, bring a note right away to get your extended leave form to get your work. The semester will end Friday December 20 so you need to keep your work caught up.
November Purple Cord hours due Fri., Dec. 20 @ 3:30. No longer accepting October hours.
Natalie Henriksen with TRIO Talent Search will be here in the lunch room, Friday, December 13. Please stop by to see her during study hall, during an open period, or between classes for your monthly in-school visit. Natalie will assist with your career, college and education goals. If you are unable to catch Natalie during an open period, please contact her by email! nhenriksen@iowalakes.edu
ELC High School Winter Band / Choir Concert - Sunday, December 15th, 2:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m. Doors to Lobby open for audience members, 1:30 p.m. Doors to Auditorium open for seating. Janice K Lund Performing Arts Center (Iowa Lakes Community College) Admission: No cost, however, you have the opportunity to give a free will donation at door to help support the band and choir programs, purchase supplies and equipment needed throughout the year/to pay for use of performing arts facility. Your donation is greatly appreciated! Park in ILCC Parking Lot - RWC Parking Lot - ELC Stadium Parking Lot; Concert Entrance: North Entrance to Performing
Arts Center Lobby Other Info: Students and directors encourage everyone attending to stay for entire concert. Short intermission between choir and band portions of concert. Performing Arts Center does not allow any food or beverages in auditorium.