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Message from Mr. Carlson
Mobile Device Policy
It is the school’s expectation that cell phones remain in the student’s backpack throughout the day, including while on the bus.
If your student wears a smart watch and it becomes a distraction to his/her learning or the learning of others, or if it impacts the security of students, a parent/guardian will be notified. Devices like smart watches should not be used as a method of communication during the school day. If a student is sick or needs to contact a parent, they must go through the office to do so. As with anything of value, the school is not liable for theft or damage.
We appreciate your help in partnering with us to make Rice Lake a great learning community.
If you have any questions regarding the policy, please reach out to Mr. Carlson.
Picture Day!
It was all smiles at Rice Lake today as kids got their school pictures taken!
If you did not order pictures by the end of the day on picture day there is a 2 week black out period. You will need to wait until after Sept. 17th to order unless you receive an email with ordering instructions from Lifetouch.
If you need your studen't ID number, you can find that in your Parent Portal account.
To order pictures after the blackout period go to mylifetouch.com
Parents can contact Lifetouch directly with questions at 1-800-736-4753
Picture Re-take Day will be Wednesday, October 21st.
2026-2027 RLE Spirit Wear!
We are excited to partner with Letterman Sports this year on tees, hoodie,
sweatpants, totes/bags and hats!
Look out for a special flyer coming home with your kids for ordering information. Spirit Wear is available to start ordering NOW, and will close Friday, Sept 11 at Welcome Back Bingo event.
Orders are expected to be handed out by mid-October.
All payment information will be collected at the time of order. Once the ordering window closes, Letterman will begin printing orders. Click the link below to order.
When complete, the PTO will distribute to individual classrooms by the end of October.
If you have questions about products, please contact ptoricelake@gmail.com
Welcome Back Bing - Next Week
The PTO will be kicking off the first event of the school year coming soon!
Welcome Back Bingo.
Friday, Sept. 11th
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Rice Lake Gym
Please drop off some donations for the Centennial Food Shelf and stay for the B-I-N-G-O!
It takes a lot of volunteers to make these evetnts happen and we would love to have you help!
Volunteers like YOU are awesome and help us make our events great! Please click on the link below to sign up today!
Parent Support for the Digital World
Come join us on Thursday, October 1st from 6PM - 7PM at Centennial Middle School.
This informative session combines the latest brain research, with realistic strategies to help your family create healthy digital habits.
Click HERE to view the flyer and learn more.
SAVE THE DATE!
Visit our website for information on how to create an eWallet for your student. https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/ricelakeelementaryschool
More details coming soon!
CHS Home Athletic Event Reminders
The high school is excited to welcome our elementary students to Centennial High School athletic and activity events this year! Please review these important reminders before attending:
Cashless Venues: All admission tickets and concessions are 100% cashless. Please purchase tickets online in advance at the .
Parent Supervision: Elementary students must be accompanied and supervised by a parent or guardian throughout the entire event.
Seating Expectations: Students must remain in the bleachers with their parents. Gathering or congregating near the main entrance or concession areas is not permitted. (The High School Student Section is reserved for grades 9–12 only).
Prohibited Items: Outside athletic equipment (balls, bats, etc.) and artificial noisemakers are strictly prohibited at all events.
Expectation for appropriate behavior and actions are expected by all spectators. Please click on the two links provided which serve as framework of behavior expectations as set forth by both the Minnesota State High School League and the Northwest Suburban Conference.
Thank you for your support in keeping our events safe and fun for everyone!
Yearbook Sales
It’s never too early to start thinking about Yearbooks!
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.
Attention Parents:
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
Follow the RLE PTO on Facebook & Instagram!
Save the date for upcoming school events this school year!
Spirit Wear Sales: Now! - Friday, Sept 11
Welcome Back Bingo: Friday, Sept 11 @ 6:30-8pm Note: new time!
Hawks Soar Fundraiser: Friday, Sept 11 - Friday, Sept 25
Dine to Donate: Tuesday, Sept 15 at Pizza T
Hawks Soar Celebration: Friday, Oct 2 (during school hours)
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
Upcoming PTO meetings - in the Media Center - all are welcome!
PTO Meeting: Thursday, Sept 17 @ 5:30 - 7:00PM
PTO Meeting: Thursday, Oct 22 @ 5:30 - 7:00PM
PTO Meeting: Thursday, Nov 19 @ 5:30 - 7:00PM
PTO Meeting: Thursday, Dec 10 @ 5:30 - 7:00PM
Community Education
Exciting activities you won’t want to miss this fall in Community Education:
Youth Fall Volleyball League (co-ed gr. 4-5) Now is the time to register to learn volleyball skills and game concepts in a supportive and recreational environment. Have fun playing in games and being part of a team. A T-shirt is included in registration. Practices begin the week of Sept. 28, register now!
Kids Dance (age 3-gr. 5) Learn and develop rhythm, balance, coordination and more in fun, upbeat dance classes. End the season with a recital. Practices begin Sept. 10 at Centennial Middle School.
Halloween Hustle 5K (all ages/family) Join us Saturday, Oct. 31, at Centerville Elementary for this fun walk/run benefiting Centennial Schools. Bring the whole family in costumes, even pets!
More happening soon:
Sept. 18 - Aquatics-Deadline to register for swim lessons at noon!
Sept. 19 - Competitive Chess Practice (gr. 1-12)(online)
Sept. 21 - Mini Kickers Soccer (ages 3-5)
Sept. 24 - Fall Soccer Skills (gr. K-2)
Sept. 25 - Wolf Howl Bonfire (all ages/family)
Sept. 29 - Say it in Song Spanish (gr. 1-5)
Oct. 1 - Bump, Set, Fun-Intro to Volleyball (gr. 2-3)
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.