September 20 Community Meeting on November Referendum
Parents and community members are invited to a community meeting on Wednesday, September 20 to learn more about the school district’s November referendum. The meeting will take place at 6 p.m. in the Lake Park Audubon High School Theatre.
The district is proposing an operating levy increase that would provide an additional $450,000 over the next 10 years. If approved by voters, the funds would be used to attract and retain quality teachers and staff to help the district maintain small class sizes and enhance educational opportunities for all students.
Dr. Tim Godfrey, Superintendent of Lake Park Audubon Schools, will provide a short presentation on the referendum and respond to questions from community members. The presentation will include information on the challenges the district is facing, the proposed plan to address them, the cost and tax impact of the plan, and how residents can make their voice heard by voting on this important community decision.
Our district's goal is to provide community members with the information they need to make an informed decision on or before November 7. We encourage you to attend the community meeting. If you are unable to attend the meeting, please visit TogetherForLPA.org to learn more about the referendum.
The bidding wars are getting heated for the NHS "Park It" Silent Auction! Bidding ends next week Friday (09/22/23), so check back often to make sure you don't get outbid!
The QR codes and more information are also available on the website:
https://www.lakeparkaudubon.com/page/fundraisernhsparkit
Next week Wednesday, early release for students.
At Lake Park Audubon, we aim to educate our students in a positive, supportive and innovative environment, equipping them with the tools and knowledge to succeed in their futures. Our teachers and staff are essential to achieving these goals.
As operational costs have risen significantly faster than education funding from the state, our district has struggled to offer competitive compensation for our teachers and staff. Ensuring we have teachers and staff to maintain small class sizes and provide better academic outcomes is vital as our student population is projected to grow 5% in the next five years.
Learn more about the challenges our district faces at TogetherForLPA.org/challenges.
Please Spread the Word..Next Meeting is October 12th, 630pm High School District Conference Room.
The Missoula Children's Theater is cancelled due to low participation. Please stay tuned as we brainstorm other theatre options for elementary aged kids.
📢 Early voting for the November referendum begins in less than two weeks! 📢
Starting on Friday, September 22 district residents can vote early in person or via absentee ballot to make their voice heard.
Investing in our schools is a community decision and your voice matters. Learn more about voting at TogetherForLPA.org/vote. 🗳️
Please mark your schedules. Once again, The High School will host the Pumpkin Fest Craft and Vendor Show. Our school district is proud of its school buildings and enjoys sharing them with the community. We will also provide transportation for Pumpkin Fest attendees from the city center to the school. Stay tuned for additional information regarding this.
Mondays are made for opportunities...so take your opportunity today to bid on the National Honor Society's "Park It" Silent Auction! Make sure to check back often to see if you get outbid!
"On Saturday, September 9th, the LPA Raiders Fishing Team took part in the Heart O Lakes Championship. There were 15 schools that participated where each team could pick the lake they wanted to fish. 3 fish from the each of the following species could be scored - bluegill, crappie, walleye, northern pike and bass. A full scorecard would mean 15 fish scored. The league uses a length to point system in a catch, photo and release format.
LPA chose to fish Big Cormorant Lake. The student anglers were - Tyson Nerdahl, Colby Poegel, Michael Blahut, Lucas Keizer, Isaac Current, Carson Ullrich, Addison Welter, and Isaac Wachsmuth. Boat captains were - Bernie Poegel, Jon Ullrich and Andy Mjoness.
All student anglers, and their captains caught fish to put on the scorecard. The only species that wasn't scored was crappie. Tyson and Lucas had walleyes of 25-3/4" and 23". Isaac Wachsmuth, Addison and Lucas scored the pike, with Isaac and Lucas catching pike at 30" and 30-3/4". Tyson and Michael had smallmouth bass between 17" and 18-1/4". Tyson and Addison scored sunfish between 9-1/4" and 10".
With these fish, the team from LPA was able to bring home a 3rd place finish with 49 total points! Great job by the student anglers and captains!
Overall we had a great season where we saw 10 teams place in the top 8 over 4 regular events. Aiden Shea also got "Angler of the Year" in the Jr. High division of our pod, which consisted of LPA, Hawley, Barnesville and DGF.
Thanks for a great season,
Coach Keizer"
Today Marks 22 years. #neverforget
Get Registered we have extended the deadline till Thursday the 14th!! https://www.schoolpay.com/pay/for/Pumpkin-Fest-2023-5K-/SepLGl5
Friday nights activities:
CC @ MSUM meet 4 PM
FB @ Menahga 7 PM
📺 - No live stream
📻 - Listen at https://www.kkradionetwork.com/page/show/348858-kdkk-97-5-fm-starstation-
Good luck Raiders!
Please tell everyone you know!!
The Community Education Council must expand, The future of the Lake Park Audubon Community Education relies on it. This Advisory Council's jobs include planning, figuring out what people need and what resources are available, making programs, handling public relations and finances, and promoting teamwork and partnerships.
Members of the Council will be expected to attend meetings, reflect the community in terms of education, think about the needs and concerns of the community, share them with the Council, and talk about them. Other important tasks would include telling Council members about problems that come up and being a leader within the Council. Lastly, Community Education should offer new ideas and encourage people to take part in its processes and programs.
If you want to help make our community better and would like to join this group, send an email to rhowery@lpa.k12.mn.us.
Over the past 8 years, our district has lost 40+ teachers and staff members, often to neighboring districts that offer higher wages.
On Nov. 7, Lake Park Audubon district voters will consider a referendum that would allow our district to improve salaries for our teachers and staff, helping to maintain small class sizes and enhance educational opportunities for all students. 📚
Visit ➡️ TogetherForLPA.org to learn more about the plan.
Get your Homecoming Shirts!! Here is the link to order your Raider Homecoming shirt. Orders are due September 18th. This is a firm deadline! https://lpahomecoming23.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Dear Parents,
This is a reminder that the first serving of breakfast and lunch for all students at LPA is free this year. However, seconds are charged at $1.25 each. Students will not be able to get seconds unless there are funds in their lunch accounts. If you would like your child to have seconds, you can still deposit money in their accounts online or through the office. Please discuss this with your children so they are prepared.
Thank you!
If you missed out on last night's kick-off of the NHS "Park It" fundraiser, you still have time to win a priority parking space! NHS members will be selling raffle tickets starting next week, and the silent auction will continue online. Check out the QR codes to see the most recent bids!
Information available on the website also https://www.lakeparkaudubon.com/page/fundraisernhsparkit
Varsity Football: LPA vs. Parker's Prairie
LPA High School Football Field
7:00 PM
Watch Here:
https://youtube.com/live/IBM2ZZDfG_I?feature=share
