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The PTO would like to thank you for your generosity during the Fall Fundraiser! Because of your support, we were able to surpass our goal by almost $7,000! In addition, we had a sizable anonymous donation to support the Fall Fundraiser! We look forward to sharing that amount with you in the near future and are busy working with Mr. Carlson and the staff to see where the greatest need currently is to use this amazing donation!

Today the students and staff were able to celebrate their incredible Fall Fundraiser results. All students received a Rice Lake Rubber Duckie at the end of their run.

On Monday, Oct 5, the top classes: PreK: Ms. Ann, K: Ms. Brouwer, 1st: Ms. Winkler, 2nd: Mrs. Monson, 3rd: Mrs. Henley, 4th: Mrs. Caldeen, and 5th: Mr. Hanlon, will have their pizza party during their regularly scheduled lunch time. Ms. Brouwer’s class raised over $2,000, so they will also be receiving an ice cream or popsicle treat in the near future.

On Friday, Oct 9, we will have a school wide movie day with popcorn provided by the PTO. Classes will watch a movie in their classroom, as it works in the schedule and will be treated to some yummy popcorn!

Again, thank you so much for your generous support of Rice Lake PTO and in turn the support to our staff, students, and school. You are amazing! Go HAWKS!!!

We want to make you aware that all Centennial Schools will be conducting state-required Cardiac Emergency Response drills. Our drill will take place on October 7th.

We will be partnering with Project ADAM (Automated Defibrillators in Adam's Memory) to practice a drill with our staff to rehearse our Cardiac Emergency Response Plan and practice our skills. These drills are an important part of our ongoing efforts to ensure that our staff and school community are prepared to respond quickly and appropriately in the event of a sudden cardiac arrest. We are sharing this information in advance so that students, parents, and guardians are aware of the drills and are not caught off guard by what may appear to be a sudden or unexpected emergency response at school. Our goal is to continually strengthen our emergency preparedness and ensure our staff are confident in recognizing sudden cardiac arrest, activating emergency procedures, and responding appropriately while help is on the way. We appreciate your support as we take these important steps to help make our school community as prepared as possible.

Thank you for your partnership and support.

Mr. Carlson

Our first Play-to-Donate event of the year will be next Tuesday, Oct 6, from 5-8pm at the Fun Lab in Blaine! Two different ticketing packages are available, starting at just $9.99, where 100% of those proceeds will come back to Rice Lake! Grab your tickets now, and join us for some FUN next week!

Visit Rice Lake Elementary’s Scholastic website for information on how to create an eWallet for your student. eWallets are the easiest way for students to shop at the Fall Book Fair when their classrooms visit between October 8 - 14.

Have leftover funds from a previous book fair? Log in to your Scholastic account to find unspent funds which are saved to your eGift Card. The eGift Card can be used to fund a new eWallet for the Fall Book Fair or shop online with Scholastic.

The Book Fair is open to Families during conference nights

Thursday, Oct. 8th - After school until 7:00pm

Tuesday, Oct. 13th - After school until 7:00pm

We still need volunteers, especially in the evening, to help the Book Fair run smoothly. Daytime and evening volunteers spots available. Please sign up at the link below.

The Rice Lake PTO will be sponsoring and organizing conference meals this fall. We do however appreciate beverage donations for our teachers and staff on conference nights. See our sign up genius linked below if you can help out!

Visit ybpay.lifetouch.com to get yours ordered and off your to-do list!

Order Deadline: April 2, 2027

Yearbook ID Code: 15092427

There is no guarantee there will be extra's to sell here at school at the end of the year.

Please make sure to get your's ordered today and save your order confirmation.

Parents! We need your pictures for the yearbook! As you take pictures throughout the school year of RLE students, please upload them here for consideration for the yearbook!

Parent pictures: Pictures from Parents

On social more than email? Follow the RLPTO on Facebook & Instagram to keep up on events and important reminders.

• Play to Donate: Tuesday, Oct 6, 5-8pm - The Fun Lab in Blaine

• Fall Conferences: Thursday, Oct 8 & Tuesday, Oct 13

• Fall Book Fair: Thursday, Oct 8 - Wednesday, Oct 14

• Dine to Donate: Thursday, Oct 29, 4-8 pm @ Tavern Grill in Blaine

• Veterans Day Display: Submissions due: Friday, Oct 30 // Display: Nov 2 - Nov 13

• Veterans Day Parade: Wednesday, Nov 11 @ 10:00AM

• Play to Donate: Tuesday, Nov 17, 4-8pm @ Grand Slam in Coon Rapids

• Family Night @ RLE: Friday, Nov 20 @ 6:00 - 8:00PM

Question 2: What is proposed for our schools?

Question 2 would address prioritized safety, infrastructure, learning-space and community-use needs— not every possible project. How is your student’s school impacted by the referendum? Learn more about proposed school improvements.

Check out this week’s videos:

• Maintaining Quality Schools
  Maintaining strong schools requires stable operating funding. See why the proposed operating levy would help Centennial maintain current staffing, programs, student supports and opportunities as operating costs continue to rise.
• Behind the Walls
  The systems most people never see are essential to every school day. See why aging heating, cooling, electrical, plumbing, and other infrastructure is included in Question 2.

Join us for a walking tour of Centennial High School and Centennial Elementary to learn more about the two referendum questions and see the areas identified through the Centennial Forward planning process.

Upcoming Tours

• Thursday, October 8 at 6 p.m.
• Location: Meet in the Learning Commons at Centennial High School (4757 North Road, Circle Pines)

During the tour, community members will have an opportunity to learn more about:

• The two referendum questions on the November 2026 ballot
• How proposed improvements address identified district needs
• How school spaces and facilities support students, staff, and the community

Centennial School District is joining schools, early care centers, colleges, hospitals, and other organizations across the Great Lakes Region states of Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, Iowa, and Ohio in the annual Great Lakes Great Apple Crunch. We will celebrate National Farm to School Month by crunching into apples from our local Pinetree Apple Orchard at lunch time on October 8.

Please help in showing support of our local farmers by wearing flannel on October 8 and stop by the cafeteria to crunch into a delicious apple. This collective crunch encourages healthy eating and supports farm to school and local food initiatives throughout the Great Lakes Region.

Minnesota law requires children enrolled in childcare, early childhood education, or school to be immunized against certain diseases, unless the child is medically or non-medically exempt. If proper documentation is not provided, students will be unable to attend school after October 30, 2026. Contact your student’s school with questions.

Mike Lynch Star Watch Program (all ages/family)

Get to know about the stars, constellations, galaxies, planets and more. Experience looking through giant telescopes aimed at Saturn, Jupiter, star clusters and more. Take home star maps, constellation charts and additional information to keep learning at home. This activity is held Thursday, Oct. 29 at Rice Lake Elementary.

Halloween Hustle (all ages/family)

Come spend the morning on Halloween with us as we have a blast supporting Centennial students! Join us for the 9th annual Halloween Hustle 5K walk/run, Saturday, Oct. 31, at 9 am at Centerville Elementary. Bring the whole family, including pets! Wear your best costumes and stay afterwards for more kid-friendly activities. Proceeds support Community Education’s Financial Assistance Program.

More happening soon:

Oct. 10- Family LEGO Night (all ages/family)

Oct. 12- Camp Rock Musical Theater (ages 7-11)

Land of Sometimes Musical Theater (ages 5-8)

Oct. 14- Skyhawks Floor Hockey (ages 3-8)

Oct. 24- DASH Volleyball (ages 6-12)

Skyhawks Basketball (ages 3-12)

Oct. 26- Fall Soccer Skills (gr. K-2)

Oct. 29- Fencing (gr. 2-8)

Nov. 1- Cougar Soccer Academy (gr. K-3)

Go online to view all fall activities and to register, community.isd12.org.

Welcome to the Digital Backpack, the district’s central posting place for community flyers. If you have questions regarding these programs, please contact the organizations directly. View the Digital Backpack online.