The K/LF Track apparel store closes tonight! Here is the link to order.
https://kickapoolafargemstr23.itemorder.com/
This quarter, 7th graders have been learning about body systems. They finished off the Digestive System by creating presentations or stories for children that detailed that parts and functions of your digestive system. These projects were then shared with the fourth grade class.
Last Friday, six 6th graders attended Kids' College at UW-La Crosse. Students were able to select three sessions from a wide variety of topics, including ornithology, health/fitness, archaeology, art and assistive technology. Each session involved hands-on learning and activities directed by UWL faculty and experts. They had a great day!!
La Farge National Honor Society is hosting a 5K run/walk to support our Fire and EMS on Saturday, May 13th, 2023. Registration is now open to participate in the 5K. Pre-registration deadline is April 28, 2023 to guarantee a shirt. Here is the registration form: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fxS4gw-T4vsy6KSF5GWYJd2eNuwt63h3/view?usp=share_link
If you have any questions call Ms. Heidi Rastall at (608) 625-0145 or email rastallh@lafarge.k12.wi.us.
Recently, the fourth graders have been learning about the internal and external parts of plants. To further their learning they conducted an experiment focused on variables of plant growth (light, water, and nutrients). Also the fourth graders have used this knowledge to help some other classes (4K, K, and 1st) plant flowers.
The La Farge Summer Rec meeting today will take place as planned, 6 pm in the cafeteria. Call Josh Hansen with any questions. 608-606-1052.
La Farge Schools and Kickapoo Valley Forest School are closed Monday, 4/17.
NHS is hosting another blood drive that will take place in the gym. The senior class needs 48 units to get the next scholarship amount. Please consider donating. It would be greatly appreciated. Walk-ins are also availability.
Come join us for a wonderful night of entertainment at La Farge Schools!
We've spent all day getting ready for our first Honors Band! Alicia Wirts, Chloe Schlicht, Kaylee Henderson, Faith Nemec and Kinley Morris along with students from 13 other schools have had a great day working with Mrs. Pam Peterson-Kings for our very first Honors Band Performance in Boscobel.
NHS is hosting another blood drive that will take place in the gym. The senior class needs 48 units to get the next scholarship amount. Please consider donating. It would be greatly appreciated.
The Kindergarten and Fourth Grade classes are excited to welcome this spring weather! As the Kindergarteners begin a new science unit all about plants and animals, they were able to gain some hands on experience with the topic. Now that the flowers have been planted, they will be able to observe the stages a plant goes through as it grows during the next couple weeks!
Games for tonight🥎⚾️
All middle school students are in the middle of state testing. 8th graders took the Science and Social Studies portion of the Forward Exam last week. This week 6th, 7th, and 8th graders are taking the math portion. Next week all students finish up with tests in ELA.
La Farge Bohemian Nights Prom will be held Saturday, April 29th.
Baseball and Softball for tonight🐾💜
There is still time to enter the talent show! All are welcome to join!
The La Farge manufacturing class have created a company called, Innovative Engraving. This small business manufactures laser engraved, fully customizable tumbler cups and cutting boards. Here is the link to their website -> https://innovative-engraving.myshopify.com/ <-
NOTE: Colors on the website DO NOT work. The engraving on the cutting board will be a shade of the cutting board but darker and the cups will be silver where they were engraved.
ALSO DO NOT click on the CHOOSE OPTIONS, click on the image of the product then you shall be able to customize your new cutting board or tumbler cup!
If you have any difficulties please email Lfinnovativeengraving@gmail.com.
Learning how to read and write well involves word recognition and language comprehension. Developing language comprehension at home can be as simple as reading books with nursery rhymes, talking about home and community life, or discussing word meanings with your child. If you’re interested in further suggestions, District Reading Specialist, Mrs. Curtis, has pulled together a few resources for families to check out regarding how to support literacy at home. Providing children with access to learn how to read and write well is an opportunity for families and teachers to partner together on.
Reading Rockets: For Parents https://www.readingrockets.org/audience/parents
Birth-Preschool Ideas to Support Literacy at Home https://www.nichd.nih.gov/sites/default/files/publications/pubs/documents/reading_pre.pdf
Kindergarten-Third Grade Ideas to Support Literacy at Home https://www.nichd.nih.gov/sites/default/files/publications/pubs/documents/readingk-3.pdf#search=A-Child-Becomes-a-Reader%3A-Proven-Ideas-from-Research-for-Parents
Promoting Language Learning Skills https://ectacenter.org/~pdfs/decrp/PG_Int_YourChildsLanguageLearning_family_print_2017.pdf
The La Farge Summer Rec. Information and Sign-Up Meeting will be Monday, April 17th at 6 pm in the school cafeteria. This meeting is for those planning on being in tee-ball, 8U, 10U, 12U, and 14U baseball/softball this summer. If you have any questions, please contact Josh Hansen, La Farge Summer Rec. Director, 608-606-1052.
