
The Northern Plains Chapter of Women in Aviation is sponsoring a career exploration event for young ladies ages 8 to 18. This program's goal is to increase awareness of the exciting careers available for women in the Fargo area as engineers, astronauts, aircraft maintenance technicians, pilots, dispatchers, air traffic controllers, and more.
The Girls In Aviation Day activities take place at the Fargo Air Museum from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, September 23, 2023. Attendees will be able to participate in hands-on activities, meet women working throughout the aviation and aerospace industries, and more.
More information and registration links can be found at https://www.flowcode.com/page/giad.fargo. Must register prior to the event. The first 100 students to register will receive a fun activity kit.


There is no school on Monday, September 4, 2023, in recognition of Labor Day. We hope you have a safe and relaxing weekend!


Just a reminder that tomorrow, Sept. 1, is the deadline for registering for the 5K Fun Run/Walk! It's a great way to start your day!!!


Medina Fall Festival is quickly approaching. Dodgeball on Friday, Sept 8 and Chili Cook-off on Saturday, Sept. 9! Just a couple of the activities planned for the Fall Festival.



Medina Fall Festival is September 8-10! Plan to attend the activities and support our community groups.


Fall Clay Target Registration
Open to all students grades 6-12.
Registration Must Be Completed By September 11th 2023
New Athletes:
Visit ClayTargetGO! https://www.claytargetscoring.com/ to create your athlete profile and be added to your team’s waiting list!
Existing Athletes:
Log into your profile on ClayTargetGO! https://www.claytargetscoring.com/ to check your registration status and complete any necessary steps to get registered for this season!
Team ID: jan567
We shoot Monday evenings at 5pm at the Buffalo City Gun Club by the Jamestown Fair grounds. Our first night of shooting is Monday Sept. 18th . Final week of shooting is Oct 23rd. The kids will need to have their own shotgun and bring a minimum of two boxes of shells a week. They will shoot 2 rounds a week with the option to shoot an extra practice round. They have to pay their own league registration fees but all the rounds of clay shooting are free.
Students must provide their own transportation to and from Jamestown.

It's market week at The Merc & we can't wait for all that's in store this week!
🚒Come on out & support our local EMS!
💐Enjoy new vendors & local produce 🪴
👨👩👧👦We've got a little something for everyone from clothing to household items to garden produce & baked goods!
🍔Let our food truck & drink 🥤 vendors make your supper for the evening, our 🎤🎵musical entertainment bring happiness to your ears, and the 💦foam pit & 🎨face painting brighten the smile on your kids' faces😎!
And of course, don't forget about our rock 🐍 in the park! Bring a rock or paint a rock with us & let's get him growing!
DONT FORGET to bring your fire extinguishers 🧯 for a free inspection from our qualified firemen!
🌳We'll Meet you at The Merc this Wednesday in Medina's City Park from 5-7pm!!☀️


The Fall Festival is looking for Farmer's Market vendors for Sept. 9.


Information for the Fall Festival 5K Fun Run/Walk.


Elementary Cross Country practice begins on Tuesday, August 29. Practices will be held from 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Here is a link to the practice/meet schedule. A paper copy of the schedule and other information will also be sent home with those interested today.
https://5il.co/22qmb


Yearbooks have come in and have been handed out to students and staff. If you happened to have ordered one but haven't received it, stop by the office. We also have a few extra yearbooks if you happened to have forgotten to hand in and pay for your yearbook before school got out last year. Limited number available and they are on a first come basis - $10/each. See Mrs. Hayes for purchasing the extra yearbooks.


Elementary girls' basketball practice begins on Monday, August 21. The first practice will be held at Medina City Hall. Here is a link to the practice/game schedule for the upcoming season. A paper copy of the schedule and other information will also be sent home with the girls today.
https://5il.co/22i53


Here is a link to the schedule for the varsity VB tournament at Northern Cass on Saturday, August 26.
https://5il.co/22ih5


It's not too late to apply for free/reduced meals. Here's a link to the application:
https://5il.co/20g6d.
Also, if you qualified for free/reduced meals last school year, that qualification carries over to this school year for 30 days. After 30 days, if you have not submitted an application, your meal status will be full pay.
Please contact Dawn at the school with ANY questions.


School starts tomorrow, Thursday August 17. We are excited to see everyone!


The annual Medina FFA Alumni Pitchfork Fondue will be held on Friday, September 8, 2023. Please contact an FFA Alumni member or the school for your tickets!


As we begin a new school year, we have become aware of a new program for our families. Here is some information on the ACP (Affordable Connectivity Program) that provides a $30 credit towards internet services for any family that qualifies for Free or Reduced meals.
The ACP process is very simple and easy as well as confidential. The Dakota Central Customer Service Representatives are excellent at helping customers through the process and can be reached by calling 701-952-1000 or 701-652-3184.


Today, our teaching staff had a day of learning in Edgeley with area schools. Our keynote speaker was David Hoff, coach of the the US Paralympic Sled Hockey Team. At the end of his keynote, he presenter Mrs. Hemmer a jersey for being named NDCEC Teacher of the Year in 22-23! David is a math teacher and lives in Bottineau.


Tuesday, August 15 is our Back to School Night from 5-7 pm. Please come and meet your teacher, visit your classroom and enjoy a light supper! We can't wait to see you!


The back to school newsletter is being mailed today! Here’s the link to view it online now: https://5il.co/20v43
