Notice is hearby given that the Board of Education will meet in regular session on Monday evening, May 17, 2021, at 6pm in the Elementary IMC.
Greetings Parents!
Today HS and MS students were handed a yellow packet with a form that needs to be turned in for them to be able to participate in weight lifting this summer. As of now, hours are set through June. Extra forms can be found by the front office window (By Karla). Please read the details!
The Department of Public Instruction School Nutrition Team & Lake Holcombe School wishes to acknowledge our school nutrition staff at Lake Holcombe and around Wisconsin for School Lunch Hero Day. We are honored to support you. Thank you for everything you do for your students.
Special thanks to our fabulous ladies: Joy Ducommun, Julie Braden, and Amy Linskey!
These middle and high school students demonstrated RESPONSIBLITY during the month of April and have been recognized for their high level of character. Thank you for making Lake Holcombe a great place! Each student received a certificate and gift card. Congratulations to...
6th Grade - Olivia Wincek
7th Grade - Hailey Minot
8th Grade - Emmy Kirkman
9th Grade - Ella Hartzell
10th Grade - Caitlyn Kolter
11th Grade - Carter Dixon
12th Grade - David Friedman
The National Honor Society Ceremony was held on Wednesday, May 5th. Six new students were inducted. They are: Hannah Boiteau, Jace Wincek, Karly Kirkman, Caitlyn Kolter, Maxum Sauerwein and Hannah Wincek. Returning NHS members include seniors Allison Golat-Hattamer, Kaitlyn Heinzen, Tate Sauerwein and Catalina Villalpando, along with juniors Carter Dixon, Jayden Larson, Megan Luethi, Elizabeth Guthman, Graci Willmarth. Congratulations to these students on this honor!
THANK YOU!!! Ryley Craker won a fishing tournament sponsored by the Lions Club. Ryley won $750.00 to put towards a project at his school. He chose to donate it towards the weight room project. Thanks, Ryley and keep catching those huge fish!
Important Graduation Information!
Another shout out to those donors that are helping make our fitness room become a reality! Thank you!
Attention Elementary Families,
There will be no elementary music performance on May 6th. The 5th graders will have a performance on another date. Information has been shared with 5th grade families. All other grades will have a recorded performance sent home later in May, but there will not be a live performance for 4K-4th Grade.
And the Walls Come Tumblin Down
Work is progressing on our Weight Room makeover. Thank you to EVERYONE is who is helping make this project a reality......ESPECIALLY our generous DONORS, Mr. Senoraske, Tom and his maintenance staff.
The wall is down. Painting is in progress. Tile and flooring are soon to be installed and equipment is being ordered.
We can't wait!
The MS track meet in Shell Lake has been cancelled for tonight, 4/26/21. The students will have practice instead.
This weeks shout out to some local businesses for getting us that much closer to our new weight room! Please read the details! Thank you!
There is still time to open enroll to Lake Holcombe School for the 2021-22 school year! The regular open enrollment application period ends on 4/30/21.
Did you know that National Honor Society Applications are soon due for all eligible members? Mrs. Crosby spoke with all 10-12 graders eligible and also sent two emails to encourage those students to apply. Once students are applied and approved, there will be an induction/awards ceremony held on May 5th at 6pm in the elementary library. Mark your calendars and check out the website for more information!
https://www.lakeholcombe.k12.wi.us/page/national-honor-society
LAKE HOLCOMBE SCHOOL 3RD QUARTER HONOR ROLL AND HIGH HONOR ROLL
The Lake Holcombe Administration and Staff would like to congratulate the students who received academic recognition this past quarter.
The following students are listed on the Honor Roll and High Honor Roll for the 3rd quarter 2020-2021: https://5il.co/rvfj
Thank you to everyone who helped with the process of securing a new principal. He has big shoes to fill. Again, congratulations to Mr. Porter on your retirement and thank you for your 21 years of leadership.
The board conducted final interviews of the three candidates last night. The board unanimously passed a motion to offer a contract to Chris Stalheim.
Chris is currently the assistant principal (3 years) at Black River Falls High School. Chris comes to us with 25+years of experience in public education in the Blair-Taylor and Black River Falls School Districts. He has Bachelors, Masters, and Specialist degrees from Winona State University. He was a middle and high school Science, Chemistry and Physics teacher, Technology Integrator, and had some experience as a Library Media Specialist prior to becoming an Assistant Principal.
Please give Chris Stalheim a warm Lake Holcombe welcome!
Thank You!
4/26/21 Board Agenda
Thank you to the members of the Principal Interview Committee. We held initial interviews yesterday.
Six candidates were interviewed. The finalists are as follows:
Chris Stalheim - Current Assistant Principal at Black River Falls High School with additional experience as a Science teacher, Educator Effectiveness Coach, and Technology Integrator.
Kirk Yudes - Current Band Director at Ladysmith with additional experience as Dean of Students, Summer School Director, and 21st Century Grant Coordinator.
Matt Dommer - Current Virtual Education Coordinator at Bloomer Elementary with additional experience as a 4th grade teacher and teacher leader in his school.
The Board of Education will hold final interviews with these three finalists on Wednesday night in hopes of making a selection and final approval at their April 26 board meeting.
Thank You!
The students at Lake Holcombe will be walking around the neighborhoods of Lake Holcombe and Barney town to do an Earth Day Clean-Up. Please have children come to school with reflective or high visibility clothing and gloves.
Check it out! Upcoming events for our high school seniors and graduation information can be found on our website at: https://www.lakeholcombe.k12.wi.us/page/2021-graduation-info