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District News and InformationConfirmed Covid Case at Aitkin High School
Aitkin Schools were notified by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) of a lab confirmed case of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) in a member of the Aitkin School community. The exposure happened in the Aitkin High School. More details can be found here. School Schedule Change Starting October 5th
At last night's school board meeting, the board approved a change in schedule to release both schools 40 minutes early starting October 5th and continuing at least through the 1st semester. See Superintendent Dan Stifter's full letter for more details. High School Yearbooks on Sale Now
Yearbooks! Now through October 30th yearbooks can be purchased for the low price of $54. To purchase, visit Josten's website jostens.com or pick up an order form from Dawn Hines' office, located in the new secure entry of the high school. Free Breakfast and Lunch for all Students
The MN Department of Education has announced that the USDA will be providing a free breakfast and free lunch until December 31, 2020 or until the funds are depleted. See the full details here. Pre-School Openings Available
Jakes (4's) and Junior Jakes (3's) Preschools still have openings available. For more information, click the links below Preschool Junior Jakes (3 years old by September 1st) Preschool Jakes (4 years old by September 1st) Free and Reduced Meals
Please Note: Families MUST fill out anew application for benefits at the beginning of each school year or your benefits will expire! Read More Here 2020 - 2021 School Supply Lists
Rippleside Supply List 7th Grade Supply List Students in other grades will be notified of any special supplies needed on the first day of class.
Face Coverings Required Inside Aitkin Public Schools
In compliance with Governor Tim Walz’s Executive Order 20-81, which requires Minnesoatans to wear a face covering in all public indoor spaces and indoor businesses starting July 25, 2020, face coverings will be required when inside any Aitkin Public School buildings, except for the exemptions listed in the order. Click on the link to see the details of the order. Thank you! Executive Order 20-81 Transportation Forms Needed!
Updated School Transportation Policy Aitkin schools have updated their transportation policy. Please read the following information and fill out the included transportation form. Transportation forms must be completed by August 2nd to guarantee transportation for the upcoming school year. Please return your form(s) regardless of whether or not you are requesting transportation. Transportation letter Transportation Form (One Per Student) Minnesota Broadband Speed Test Initiative/Minnesota Rural Broadband Coalition
RAMS (Range Association of Municipalities and Public Schools) is pleased to announce this project in partnership with the MN Rural Broadband Coalition. The collection of real time, from home speed tests will enable more communities to seek grant funding for broadband expansion projects. Read more and take the speedtest. Pre-School and ECFE Offerings Starting Fall 2020
Aitkin Children's Center has many offering for pre-k students. See the list below for classes your child can take.
ECFE Early Birds Class (Non-Separating) ECFE Midday Movers (Separating) ECFE Night Owls (Separating) Preschool Junior Jakes (3 years old by September 1st) Preschool Jakes (4 years old by September 1st) Alaina Chute FFA Star Farmer Finalist
Aitkin Quarterbacks Club Calendar Winners: Thank you to all of you that purchased the raffle tickets and calendars. March: 1st: $500-Josh Ihde 4th: $250-Dawn Slette 5th: $100-Greg Christensen 12th: $250-Karen Pojanowski 13th: $2,500-Henry Praska 16th: $100-Casey Mindrum 20th: $250-Tommy Castillo 26th: $100-Michelle Peterson 27th: $500-Hunter Westerlund April: 1st: $100-Jason Olson 4th: $750-Paulette and Jim Anderson 8th: $250-Mike Olson 11th: $500-Kristin Christensen 13th: $1,000-Dan and Angie Ryan 17th: $100-Rick Muelbaure 22nd: $500-Amy Wilson 24th: $250-Gary Williams 27th: $100-Carissa Root Use this link for previous winners Telephone and Internet Assistance Available to Low Income Consumers
Minnesota's Telephone ASsistance Plan (TAP) and the federal LIFELINE Program help make telephone service affordable to low-income consumers. For qualifying information and available discounts, see the full information here. SPORTS ELIGIBILITY PACKETS
for grades 7-12 are available in the high school office. These packets need to be filled out one time each year for students participating in sports and/or fine arts activities. Sports physicals are good for 3 years. Sports fees are $100 for grades 9-12 and $55 for grades 7-8 and can be paid in the office. Be sure to get your packet and fee in BEFORE the first day of practice! 
Kids Club (Formerly EXTRA!) is our before & after school programming that offers a variety of activities for children. Kids Club is open on days when school is in session. Join us to make new friends, learn new things & have fun! More Information
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