On Monday 8th grade FCS students held a mock career fair to showcase their learning this first trimester. Excellent work - looks like some bright futures in fun careers!
A very big Thank You to Andy Hegstad for the generous donation of tools and equipment to the Metals and Machine Trades lab.
Next week Tuesday, Nov. 28th the "Smokie Hill" drum singers with be visiting Warroad School to perform traditional drum singing presentations for all of our students and staff. We welcome all community members as well to this wonderful performance to help us close out celebrating Native American Heritage month here at Warroad School.
Did you graduate from Warroad High School? Are you currently enrolled in college? Are you majoring in engineering?
If you said yes to all of those questions, you could be eligible for a scholarship! The Dorrance H. Johnston Scholarship for Engineering, hosted by the Northwest Minnesota Foundation, is looking for applicants for a $5,000 scholarship award. The scholarship pay-out comes to students as they are entering their final year in college. The application is open now until November 30, 2023. A short essay and one letter of recommendation is required to submit your application.
If you have any questions about the Dorrance H. Johnston Scholarship for Engineering, please email scholarships@nwmf.org or call 218-759-2057.
To apply for this award, please click here and log into your existing account.
The 8th Grade FCS Learners will be hosting a Mock Career Fair to share their learning related to the MN Career Wheel and various careers. This will be held in the gym on Monday, 11/20 from 12:30-1:30, and is open to other classes and the public - please join us!
Katie Jo Olafson was a faithful Warrior that passed away in 2000. Her family created the Katie Jo Olafson fund in her memory. Katie Jo liked to cheer for the underdog and look out for those needing a friend. Her parents, Joe and Joan, recently authorized disbursement of funds to help students in classrooms with over $2000 worth of educational supplemental supplies purchased.They recognize that many teachers are spending their own money for "extras". Pictured here are Iver, Libby & Leif Olafson, some of Katie Jo's nieces and nephews.
Katie Jo Olafson Fund • Purpose: provides funding for projects, activities, education or supplies that build self-esteem, and a feeling of community from a traditional standpoint which benefits students within Warroad School District #690. To learn more go to nwmf.org.
STEM Activity night for grades 3rd-6th hosted by the FRED Robotics team on November 27th from 3-4:30.
Mark your calendars for a night of Science & Engineering fun!
Just a reminder that the girls basketball clothing order will close in 12 hours. Get your orders in! 🏀
Shop Link to Customer Site: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/YaeGUfymVJ
- Access Code: YaeGUfymVJ
If you have any questions, please reach out to Coach Gustafson- dezirae_gustafson@warroadschools.org
Warroad Public Schools extend thanks to Cass-Clay in collaboration with Doug's Supermarket for the generous donation of chocolate milk to the Backpack Food Program.
Coffee & Conversation with Dr. Yates!!
Warroad Schools wish to extend thanks to the many groups within the community who give supplies to the school each year.
This upcoming week, the Hampton Inn & Summit 49 are sponsoring a school supply drive.
Thanks for your donations!
Rock your Mocs
Let's spread some joy at the Care Center! Recent Covid restrictions at the Warroad Senior Living Center have limited some activities, please turn in student cards, notes and artwork by Tuesday, November 21st to the WHS Counseling office for residents at the Care Center.
A WHS student/WSLC employee is coordinating this effort. THANKS for your help!
"ROCK YOUR MOCS" next week Wednesday, Nov. 15th to Honor Native American Heritage Month!
A positive opportunity to be united and celebrate tribal individuality by wearing moccasins. We honor our ancestors, and indigenous peoples worldwide, during this Rock Your Mocs event and to commemorate National Native American Heritage Month.
Last month, senior Keaton Haggan hosted a Roseau & Warroad senior boys volleyball game to raise funds for two community members battling cancer- Della Knutson & Tammy Brateng. Warroad beat Roseau, but the Warriors unanimously decided to split the $3,200 in donations evenly.
Congratulations to Sophie Johnson and Carson Pilgrim! These two seniors will continue their hockey career next year at the collegiate level! Sophie will be a Saint and Carson will be a Hawk! Go Warriors!
Over the past month the IT Department has been hard at work on the first Elementary classroom instructional technology upgrade since 2008! This upgrade is replacing old projector based smart boards with 75" Promethean 4K interactive touch screens. Last week we capped off the project by making a trip up to the NW Angle School. The kids sure seemed excited!
1. Great news! A new scholarship program is being started by a WHS Alumnus. This scholarship can be renewed up to four years and is targeted towards first generation college students (if your parents did not attend college). This scholarship will be available as part of the NMF Foundation scholarship application and due on April 15th, 2024.
2. Seniors- Don't forget to sign up in the counseling area for the College Admission drawing! Winners will be drawn on Tuesday, November 7th. If you have finished a college application, enter your name!
3. Today, November 3rd is the last day for regular ACT registration for the December test in Warroad. Register at www.act.org
4. BSU and UMC representatives will be visiting WHS on Thursday, November 8th at 10:00.
5. The William & Margaret Marvin scholarship application release has been pushed back. Good news though! They are separating out the application process between two-year and four-year school applicants. The application process will be significantly shortened for 2-year applicants. Applications will still be due at the end of February, 2024. Four-year applicants will still need a minimum of 100 community service hours, more if you want to be competitive.
3rd grade wrapped up their learning about the life cycle, animals, and habitats with these great projects that are a fun mix of life science, read & writing, and being creative!
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