DLB Newsletter

The next edition of our newsletter is scheduled for mid-November.

MISSION: Instilling values and providing opportunities that empower learners for lifelong success.

At DLB, we value respect, responsibility, honesty, accountability, teamwork, and empathy.

What a busy and exciting fall we have had at DLB Elementary! From school-wide celebrations and hands-on learning experiences to building relationships and celebrating student achievements, our Lakers have been making memories. Thank you for your continued support and for being such an important part of our school community!

Kindergarten Meet and Greet – September 18

Our kindergarten students and families joined us for a fun morning of connection. We reviewed school expectations, shared information about Title and Intervention services, enjoyed donuts, and played math games together. It was wonderful to see parents spending time learning and playing alongside their children and other kindergarten families. Thank you to everyone who was able to take time away from work to join us!

House Huddles Are Underway!

On September 18, we kicked off our House Huddles! These small groups of 10–12 students, led by different teachers, provide opportunities for students to get to know others across grade levels and build relationships throughout the year. Through shared activities and experiences, we are working to strengthen connections, school pride, and our sense of belonging. Huddles meet every few weeks and we will do activities to build relationships within the huddles, as well as celebrate different Holidays. We look forward to seeing these relationships grow within the groups.

First Grade Ag Day – September 24

Our first graders enjoyed a half-day field trip to Ag Day at the NDSU Extension Center. Students explored crops, soils, gardening, and farm animals through hands-on learning experiences. It was a fun way to connect classroom learning to the important role agriculture plays in our communities!

Student Council Assembly – September 25

Our first Student Council assembly was full of Laker spirit! Students were introduced to this year's Student Council representatives, our Star Lakers were recognized, and students participated in games with their grade-level peers. We are excited to see our student leaders grow and help make DLB Elementary an even better place! Congratulations to the Star Lakers for respect -

• Preschool - Jennings H.
• Kindergarten - Lincoln N. and Atticus G.
• 1st Grade - Quinley N. and Vayda W.
• 2nd Grade - Violet G. and Raylan H.
• 3rd Grade - Bransen O. and Camilla M.
• 4th Grade - Lani A. and Sawyer B.
• 5th Grade - Berkley C. and Parker M.
• 6th Grade - Briggston U. and Finley H.

Art with the COOP Class – September 30

Our third graders had the opportunity to work with students from the COOP class on a special art project. These activities provide wonderful opportunities for creativity and connecting with older high school students.

Preschool Pumpkin Patch Adventures – September 30 and October 1

Our preschool students enjoyed a fall trip to the pumpkin patch. They got to ride to the patch on a bus, enjoy the patch activities, and the weather cooperated for their half day. Thanks to the parents who volunteered to join them on their first field trip!

Surround the State in Song – October 10

Congratulations to our sixth-grade Laker Voices who participated in Surround the State in Song on Saturday, October 10! Mr. Schreier accompanied students to this annual festival, where young singers from across North Dakota gathered at one of seven locations to rehearse throughout the day and perform concerts simultaneously.

Our sixth grade Laker Voices represented DLB beautifully as they joined approximately 150 other local fifth- through seventh-grade students for a concert finale. Thank you Mr. Schreier for all the extra musical activities you provide for our students, DLB is proud of the students' hard work and dedication!

School Custodian Appreciation Day – October 2

A big THANK YOU to our wonderful custodians! Our custodial team works hard behind the scenes to keep our school clean, safe, and ready for learning each day. We appreciate their dedication and all the ways they help make DLB safe and clean! Thank you, Jason Smith, Jason Hintz, Jason Van Winkle and Geri Erb!

Parent-Teacher Conferences and Book Fair – October 13

Thank you to all the families who joined us for Parent-Teacher Conferences on October 13! It is always wonderful to connect with families, celebrate student growth, and work together to help our children become the best they can be! Strong partnerships between home and school make a huge difference! Thank you, too, for supporting our school Book Fair in the library. Your support helps encourage a love of reading and gets great books into the hands of our students!

Our First House Party Was Here!

Our first House Party happened Thursday, October 15th, and BIG WAVE got to celebrate their victory! Congratulations to all our Lakers for earning points this first quarter by following expectations, going above and beyond, great attendance, testing growth, all A's on report card, and Laker Limelight.

Our Houses are about more than points and parties, they are about building relationships, creating school pride, encouraging one another, and helping every student feel that they belong. Keep showing those Laker Values—there is still plenty of excitement ahead!

Check Out the Bus Barn!!

The new bus barn got some branding done by Signs Today and it looks amazing, see below!

Future Events:

Oct. 20 - Slim Chicken's Fundraiser for Stu Co

Oct. 23 - Donut Day - $2 donuts, fundraiser for Miss Wanda

Oct. 28 - HS COOP to Elementary

Oct. 29 - Flu Shots

Oct. 30 - October Assembly

Oct. 30 - 2:00-3:00 - Fall Festival Parties

Nov. 2 - 1st and 2nd Music Concert

Nov. 11 - No School

Nov. 16 - Booster's Turkey Bingo, 6:00pm

Nov. 18 - 5th and 6th Grade to MSU game

Nov. 24 - Preschool Screening - call elementary for screening time

Nov. 25-27 - No School

Nov. 30 - No School

ASVAB testing for all juniors will take place on Oct. 22nd in the morning. This is just one of the requirements for the ND Scholarship of $6,000.

10th graders will attend the Minot Area Career Expo on Nov. 10th at the All Seasons Arena. They will get to do hands-on learning with over 40 different career opportunities from around the area.

Minot North High School is hosting a financial aid night for all juniors and seniors and their parents on October 27th from 6-7pm in the Minot North auditorium. They welcome students and parents from our surrounding schools to join!

Collin Abernathey was named a finalists in the Coca-Colar Scholars Foundation Program. Only 1,227 students advanced to phase 2 as Semifinalists out of more than 113,000 applicants nationwide. Semifinalists were notified of their status last week and are completing detailed applications that will be evaluated by review committees later in the fall. Finalists are selected on qualities that include leadership, service, academics, and achievements.

Congratulations, Collin! We are proud of you!

Please check out Mrs. Schaefer's website at https://sites.google.com/dlblakers.com/counselors-corner/home to learn more about careers, colleges, scholarships, SEL, and parent resources

Keep checking Mrs. Schaefer's website to find information about scholarships! She is constantly adding information.

• November 5: Parent-Teacher Conferences from 4:00 - 8:00 at the High School -- check into the office when you arrive.
• November 11: No School -- Veterans Day
• November 25-27: No School -- Thanksgiving
• November 30: No School -- Professional Development Day
• December 23: Christmas Vacation begins
• January 4: Back to school

Our 7th grade Life Science classes were pleased to have Dr. Joe Pettit and his student guide us through viewing multiple life protozoan specimens on Tuesday, October 13th. Ask the 7th grade students you know about their chance to observe spinning paramecium and "gigantic" stentor or the living flagellates from inside a termite gut. We don't get to do that everyday! A huge thank you to Dr. Pettit and the MSU SPARKS program for making this experience possible!

BEST WISHES TO THE CROSS COUNTRY TEAM!

The State Cross Country is Oct 23rd in Jamestown. The boys will run at 2 pm and the girls around 2:45/3 pm. Send off from the elementary is scheduled for 9 am.

The following students will be running at the meet.

12th grade: Zayden Grover, Josh Frazier, Collin Abernathey

11th grade: Easton Hansen, Owen Hanson, Cale Roedocker, Henry Schaefer

10th grade: Chase, Conner,

9th grade: Kolby, Teigen (Alternate)

Girls:

12th grade: Divinity Denton

11th grade: Nora Andersen, Roslin Greene

9th grade: Taylor

8th grade: Vivy

7th grade: Anna, Julia, Daisy

Coach Marie Burckhard was also named 2026 NDHSCA Class B Girls Golf Coach of the Year.

We sure are proud of Coach Burckhard, Laila Christianson, and the entire team!

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