FIREBIRD FLASH

Important Reminders & Updates

1. Food Service Policy #8510

2. Minocqua J1 School District November Referendum

3. Mark Your Calendars!!!

4. Lifetouch

5. 2026-2027 School Calendar

6. 2026-2027 School Supply List

7. 2026-2027 Bus Transportation Form

8. Bus Transportation App

9. Extra Resources - Food Needs

10. HOPE in a Backpack/Receive a Donation

11. Popcorn Fridays

12. Firebird Foundation - MHLT Apparel

13. Bridging Brighter Smiles Enrollment

Welcome Back!

Dear Parents and Families,

What a week it has been! It has been wonderful to welcome everyone back and get our feet wet as we begin another exciting school year. The halls are once again filled with smiling faces, laughter, and the energy that makes our school such a special place.

Thank you to our students, families, teachers, and staff for helping make the first week a success. We appreciate everyone's patience, flexibility, and support as we settle into new routines. We are looking forward to a fantastic year of learning, growth, and making lasting memories together!

Background Check Reminder

Parents, if you are unsure whether your volunteer background check is current, please complete a new application. Background checks are valid for two school years. Having a current background check on file helps ensure you are eligible to volunteer for school activities and events. Please use this link below to fill out application.

Thank you for helping us keep our students safe while supporting our school!

We'll see you soon!

Warm regards,

Office Staff

As required by Board policy, here is a link to our Food Service Policy #8510 which outlines how unpaid meal balances are handled. If you have any questions about or need help paying a balance, please reach out to Erin Skubal (eskubal@mhlt.org or 715-356-5206, ext. 2115).

Referendum to Address Essential Financial Needs

All families are required to complete a transportation form each school year.

If your student will be riding a Lakeland Area Bus, please take a few moments to complete the transportation form using the link below.

Submitting the form annually helps ensure the transportation information is accurate and up to date for the upcoming school year.

Lakeland Area Bus Service will be at our back to school Open House, Wednesday, August 26th, 2-6pm. If there are any questions you may have, stop by.

Thank you for your cooperation and prompt attention to this important task.

Lakeland Area Bus Service Parent App Requirement

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Lakeland Area Bus Service is requiring all families with students who ride the bus to use the designated parent app for transportation information. The app will provide important updates regarding your child's bus route and help keep families informed throughout the school year.

We encourage all bus-riding families to download the app and complete the registration process as soon as possible to ensure you receive timely transportation information throughout the school year.

If you need assistance setting up the app or have questions regarding your student's transportation, please contact Lakeland Area Bus Service directly. They will be available during Open House also.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping ensure safe and efficient transportation for our students.

Dear MJ1 Families,

Due to current circumstances, we feel compelled to remind you that we have community resources available to help with food related needs. We have included a Google form sign-up for Hope in a Backpack, Thanksgiving Meals, and Christmas Meals. If your family is interested, please sign-up for the ones you would like and we will contact you with more information. We have also linked a food resource guide from FORK, Oneida, and Vilas counties with available food security resources in our area. If you have any questions, please reach out to Ms. Sandstrom.

• Google form for food resources- https://forms.gle/LtEcmXfQNUedmj6V8

• Food Security Resource Guide- FORK Food Security Resource Guide

Please read the attached forms regarding HOPE in a Backpack program or possible eligible donations throughout the school year for families in need. We care about you because we are family!!