Mrs. Schumann's 6th graders have been learning about Ancient Egypt. They recently made Egyptian masks. Questions to ask: What is the mummification process? What was placed in the tombs with the body?
Kindergarten had a mystery reader Thursday. Kelly Murray read two books and answered many questions about her job! Questions to ask: Where does Kelly work? What book was your favorite that she read?
Girls currently in grades 3 - 6 are bringing home information for summer basketball skills. Forms can also be found on the website under "documents" and then "athletics", forms are also available in the TL-M school office. Current 3rd and 4th graders form: https://5il.co/1rbo3 and current 5th and 6th graders form: https://5il.co/1rbo4. Please reach out to Coach Vaagene with any questions.
Congratulations to Daisy Sparrow! She received recognition as Class B Academic All State Honorable Mention!
Mr. Ziebarth and Mrs. Slavik met with Juli Smith, MS, LPCC of Northland Health Centers today. She is offering behavioral health services and is in Turtle Lake on Thursdays. She met with us today to make a connection with our community and get information about the services she can offer out to our TL-M families.
Thanks to Jamie Ziebarth for being a guest reader in 4th grade today! The book was called Beast Feast by Emma Yarlet. The kids got to enjoy delicious brownies to go with the story! Questions to ask these students: How does Jamie use reading in her job? What was the story about?
REMINDER: Parent-teacher conferences are scheduled for tomorrow from 1:30 to 7:30 PM. If you need help with registration, call the school office at 701-448-2365. Please note that school will dismiss at 1:00 PM the day of conferences. Best Regards, Mr. Ziebarth PreK-12 Principal
Turtle-Lake Mercer FFA chapter will not be attending the Killdeer Winter CDE contest tomorrow due to bad weather.
The Washburn Lions Carnival is Saturday, March 18th from 3PM-6PM. Kids are welcome to come join in bingo, carnival games, cotton candy, face painting, inflatables, food and homemade pies. 2nd, 3rd, and 4th graders can get 3 free tickets at the door. The event is at the Washburn Memorial Building on Main Street in Washburn.
REMINDER: Parent-teacher conferences are scheduled from 1:30 to 7:30 PM on Tuesday, March 21, 2023. Register online at https://www.ptcfast.com/schools/Turtle_Lake_Mercer. If you need help with registration, call the school office at 701-448-2365. Please note that school will dismiss at 1:00 PM the day of conferences. Best Regards, Mr. Ziebarth PreK-12 Principal
2nd grade did a classroom transformation with March Madness. Students did various activities throughout the day based around basketball. Questions to ask your student: 1. What was your favorite activity you did today and why? 2. Which book won the March Madness book tournament?
Track practice for Friday, March 10th has been canceled. Students should take their normal transportation home this evening.
Junior High Tournament Changes for Friday, March 10th:
Due to the weather todays JH BBB tournament has been amended:
CMC 8th grade vs Washburn 8th grade at 2:00
CMC 7th grade vs Washburn 7th grade at 2:00
Games will be played on a split court.
Saturdays games have been cancelled.
Thank you for understanding.
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Thank to everyone who joined us for Donuts with Adults and reading books this morning! Also, thank you to Main Street Market for making 200 delicious donuts for everyone to enjoy!!
Dear Parent or Guardian. Parent-teacher conferences are scheduled from 1:30 to 7:30 PM on Tuesday, March 21, 2023. Register online at https://www.ptcfast.com/schools/Turtle_Lake_Mercer. If you need help with registration, call the school office at 701-448-2365. Please note that school will dismiss at 1:00 PM the day of conferences. Best Regards, Mr. Ziebarth PreK-12 Principal
Turtle Lake - Mercer is looking for a 3rd grade teacher for the 2023-24 school year to provide support to children to help them succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. Must be willing to collaborate with educators, parents, and other professionals to help create safe, healthy, and supportive learning environment. Interested applicants should send letter of application, three letters of recommendation, and resume to Sheila Schlafmann at sheila.schlafmann@k12.nd.us or by mail PO Box 160, Turtle Lake, ND 58575. For questions, please call Sheila Schlafmann at (757) 651-9230 or (701) 448-2365. Position is open until filled.
Mr. Buchholz’s sophomores made name signs for the high school teachers. Questions to ask your students: How did you flatten your stock? How did you make your geometry? How did you get the code from your chromebook to the mill?
Join us on Thursday, March 9th from 8:00-8:30 for reading and donuts! Hope you can make it!
South McLean County Soil Conservation District is hosting Family Ag. Night on March 17th at 6:00 p.m. Scan the QR code on the flyer to register.
On Tuesday, March 7th there will be a softball open gym in McClusky from 3:45 - 6:00 for all 7th - 12th graders who are going out for softball this year. There will also be a volleyball interest and planning meeting at 3:20 in Mrs. Philbrick's room via Google Meet for all incoming 9th - 12th graders who are interested in going out for volleyball in the fall of 2023.