2020 Luck School District Fall newsletter

Luck School District

TheCardinal Communicator

2020 Fall Newsletter

Refer to this issue for August - December:

 School Calendar  Sports Schedules

 Community Ed. Classes  Area Events

2020-2021 School & Community Calendar

All events are subject to change due to COVID-19 health restric ons.

August - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - January - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
3-14 Virtual Summer School 1 New Years Day / No School
17-27 Teacher In-service 4 Teacher In-service / No School
5 Classes Resume
September - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 9 Luck Football Ice Fishing Contest
1 First Day of School on Bone Lake / 8 am-3 pm
7 Labor Day / No School 11 HS Honor Band Concert / 6:30 pm
14 Frandsen Scholarship mtg/ 6:30 pm 22 Luck Graduate Con nuing Scholar-
18 Picture Day ship Fundraiser / 4:30-7 pm
19 Luck FFA Alumni Truck / Tractor Pull 28 Parent-Teacher Conferences /4-8 pm
28 Annual School Mee ng / 8 pm 29 Teacher In-service / No School
28 Teacher In-Service / No School

October - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - February - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
2 Homecoming Game / 7 pm 9 MS Solo & Ensemble Contest @ Siren
15 Parent-Teacher Conferences /
11-13 Luck Winter Carnival Weekend
12-8 pm / No School Fri: Queen Pageant / 7 pm
16 Teacher In-service / No School Sat: Lions Club Breakfast / 7-11 am
19 Fall Concert, Gr. 6-12 / 7 pm
15 No School

November - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - March - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
4 Red Cross Blood Drive / 9 am-2 pm 5 End of Trimester 2
11 Veterans Day Program / 10 am 8 Teacher In-service / No School
20 End of Trimester 1 16 Jazz / Swing Fes val @ Grantsburg
23 Teacher In-Service / No School 23 Large Group Contest @ Grantsburg

23-27 Fall Break / No School TBA Drama Club “The Show”

December - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - April - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
7 HS Honor Choir Concert 2 No School
10 Concert, Gr. 1-3-5 / 6:30 pm
14 Concert, Gr. 6-12 / 7 pm 5-6 No School
23 Sing-along, Gr. K-2-4 / 9:30 am 6 HS Solo & Ensemble @ Luck

24-31 Winter Break / No School 16-17 State Forensics compe on
22 Parent-Teacher Conferences /4-8 pm
www.lucksd.k12.wi.us 23 Teacher In-Service / No School
29 Concert, Gr. K-2-4 / 6:30 pm

School Board mee ngs May - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
are typically held on the 1 State Solo & Ensemble @ Eau Claire
4th Monday each month at 6:00 pm.
TBA 6th Grade Unity Fes val / 12:30 pm
Check out MORE area events at 5 Senior Awards Program / 7 pm
www.luckwisconsin.com
www.discoverluck.com 10 Concert, Gr. 9-12 / 7 pm
Volunteer Apprecia on
www.polkcountytourism.com
14 Concert, Gr. 6-8
What's with the cartoon people? MS Promo on & Dance / 7 pm

You'll no ce some "bitmoji" avatars in this 16 Gradua on Ceremony / 1:30 pm
newsle er; they're a fun trend to use on social 28 Last Day of School / End Trimester 3
31 Memorial Day / No School
media to show expressions and reac ons. 31 Memorial Day Program / 10:30 am

Cover photo: In honor of 1994 Luck School graduate Eugene Wynn, Jr., the Memorial Learning Dock
was installed this summer by the school playground on Big Bu ernut Lake. See page 11 for more info.

If you'd like to share your photos that showcase our school district, refer to page 10 for details.

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Superintendent Message

Mr. Hinkel welcomed staff to the August One ques on I have been asked a lot is
inservice and provided an overview of “What if we have cases of COVID-19?” We
improvements made throughout the school will only no fy parents if directed by Polk
during the summer months. He also ad- County Health. If contact tracing cannot be
dressed the plan of ac on for the upcoming done with fidelity, then a mass email/phone
months due to COVID-19, stressing the need call will go out saying a student at the ele-
to be prepared yet flexible with teaching. mentary, middle, or high school has been

Gree ngs Cardinal Families, confirmed with a case. We cannot give any
more specific informa on than that on the

District staff have been working hard to person as it would violate FERPA rights. The
create a safe environment that meets School District of Luck will work with our
the needs of our students. This includes County Health partners in determining the
having mul ple op ons for students to communica on and ac on needed. This
ensure the educa on process can con- may include quaran nes of students or staff
up to a full shut down. Polk County Health
nue. With the unique circumstances of Department will determine and contact
COVID-19, the School District of Luck is anyone who may need to be quaran ned.
preparing for whatever may occur. We

have updated technology and trained The district has been the recipient of a
staff to be be er equipped in a full virtual $2.25 million dollar FEMA grant for the
se ng. I applaud the staff for adjus ng construc on of a storm shelter. The district
quickly on the fly last Spring, but also has brought on Market & Johnson to assist
recognize improvements and consisten- in this process. They will be running com-
cy must occur in the process. With the munity mee ngs and a district-wide survey
cancela on of Cardinal Academy, the will come out in the future to determine
district staff will use these days to prepare the scope and direc on of this project. The
and learn new techniques for the future. district has been working at improving our
Every aspect of the school day has been facili es the past few years, but s ll has
analyzed to make sure we are doing as many projects that need to be completed.
much as possible to limit the spread of The Board will con nue to look at op ons
COVID-19. on how to meet these needs in the future.

We will also have some changes in Yours in educa on,
protocol. Please do not be offended by
Mr. Cory Hinkel, District Administrator
these changes, as they are for the safety

of our students and staff. One of the big- --------------------------------
gest changes will be that parents will only
be allowed into the district office and Skyward Family Access

no farther into the building. We will have Parents and authorized family members

staff ready to assist your children to their can view a endance records, schedules,

rooms. Parents will not be allowed to food service info, balances, progress

drop off their children to their classrooms. reports, and final grades online with

For other changes, please visit the web- Skyward Family Access. Get the form at

site for the communica ons that have www.lucksd.k12.wi.us, click on 'Parents',

been sent out. The district has been u liz- then 'Skyward Family Access' under the

ing emails that parents have on file. If you 'Parents Home' tab, and the underlined

have not been receiving communica ons form. Print and return the form to either

from the district as a parent or guardian, school office. This form needs to be

please contact the district office. 3 completed only once per family.

MS / HS Principal Message

Learning involves growing. each of us works towards excel-
Growing involves change. lence, to be the best we can be
Change is hard. for ourselves and those around
us, we collec vely achieve more.
School systems are always These things are not possible
adap ng and changing to meet without persistence. Working
the needs of their students. towards excellence with respect
This past year has been no and integrity is difficult work,
different. Surely, we have been it is trying work. Without the
pushed harder, pushed further, and support of the en re community, we will
pushed faster to modify our systems, our struggle. The success that Luck School
expecta ons, and our beliefs to accommo- has seen has come out of the strong
date the needs of all of our learners. As partnership between school, families and
we look to this school year, we will con n- communi es.
ue to grow and to change to meet those
needs, reflect on what we tried last spring, Now, as we con nue the need to grow
and strive towards our district’s mantra and change so our students can learn,
of being built on Integrity, Respect, and that partnership is even more import-
Excellence. ant than it has been in the past. I thank
you all for your partnership in educa on
Our staff leads and teaches with integri- whether you have students in the building
ty, even when we have difficult decisions or not, as we all play a role in the success
to make, when conflict arises, and when of our Luck students. I appreciate the
success or struggle is on the horizon. opportunity to serve each of our students
We teach our students that integrity will and families as we work together towards
open doors for them and allow the true the next step in their lives, the work force,
enjoyment of accomplishment. Showing a one or two year program, or a four year
respect to all you interact with helps us program. All are valuable and important,
understand viewpoints, navigate difficult and we will work to ensure students are
situa ons, and understand the other side, ready for their next step!
which will lead to growth for all. When
Mr. Brad Werner, MS / HS Principal

Academic & Career Planning

Students begin exploring careers and future opportuni es as early as elementary!
From classroom speakers, community business tours, college, military and job fairs,
to online program ac vi es, students get many opportuni es to explore!

In order for students to get a chance for academic and career planning in grades 6-12,
one great tool is an online program called Xello. Within this program, students complete
different lessons throughout the year that guide their academic and career explora on.
Some examples of lessons they may complete are as follows:

Grades 6-8:

Interests Decision Making Time Management Jobs & Employers

Skills Explore Career Matches Transi on to High School Self-Advocacy

Grades 9-12: Exploring Career Factors Ge ng Experience Study Skills & Habits
Personality Styles Careers & Lifestyle Costs Career Path Choices Work/Life Balance
Work Values Workplace Skills & A tudes
Career Demand

Every year, students in grades 6-12 are required to complete the
ac vi es assigned to them in Xello. If you have any ques ons about
your student or want to see what Xello is about, contact Mrs. Jacklyn
Odgren at [email protected] or 715-472-2152 ext. 115.

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Elementary Principal Message & News

Gree ngs Luck Families, The adversi es that we have all
faced in recent months have only
August will be turning to Septem- strengthened our school to home
ber soon, and that means another connec ons, communica on, and
school year will be in full swing. collabora on. We will con nue to
School as we all know it hasn’t have to rely on each other to edu-
been the same in recent months, cate the children in our communi-
and this 2020/2021 school year ty, and I have no doubts that
will certainly be different than past years. we will make it another successful year.
However, many aspects will remain the
same, one of them being my excitement Please don’t hesitate to reach out with
to embark on another year. any ques ons and concerns as the year
progresses. And please reach out to us if
No ma er if students are learning from you are in need of school supplies, back-
home or in our classrooms this year, we packs, etc.; we have had many generous
vow to con nue educa ng to our usual dona ons from local groups and are able
high standards. The staff has worked to assist families in need. Let’s con nue
hard over the summer to prepare for to keep the lines of communica on open
the reali es that we face, and we will be between school and home -- educa on
be er prepared to meet the needs of our is a team effort and I look forward to
students and families no ma er what the working together with all of you for
circumstances are. another successful year.

Mr. Jason Harelson, Elementary Principal

Meet Our New Staff
As you see these new staff members around school and town, introduce
yourself and welcome them to our district!

Hi Cardinal Community! I am excited to be a member of the Luck
School’s team in my new role as 4K-12 General/Vocal Music teach-
er. I have a BS in music educa on and an MS in Administra on and
Supervision. I am coming into this posi on a er nine years of inter-
na onal experience in teaching and leadership. I look forward to
working with the students to build upon the musical skills that they
already have and pushing them to greater musicality. I live in rural
Dresser with my wife. I enjoy spending me with our nine grandkids,
gardening, reading, and spending me in the out-of-doors.
Mr. Ronald Brace

Hi Everyone! I am excited to start my seventh year teaching as the
new Title 1 teacher. The last six years I have taught elementary
science, second, third and fourth grade in Minneapolis. Living in
a small town and living in Wisconsin are a new adventure for me
but I am so thrilled to see what all will happen this year! When I
am not at school my two doodles and yorkie keep me ac ve and
very entertained. You may see me walking them around town or
on the Gandy Dancer!

Ms. Caitlyn Hounder

Hello Cardinal Family! I am excited to be joining the Luck School
District as one of the 4K teachers. I have taught kindergarten for
the past 9 years. I am looking forward to discovery, explora on, and
lots of fun in 4K! I live in Luck with my family. My oldest two children
graduated from Luck and the younger two are currently a ending.
I enjoy the outdoors, spending me with my family and friends,
camping, and spor ng events.

Ms. Aren Gerich 5

District Counseling News

Hello from Luck Schools Student Services! If your family is experiencing an emergen-
cy, you should always call 911! Please take
The Luck School District Student Servic- a look at the phone numbers below if you
es Department wanted to reach out to need addi onal support through a mental
students and their parents or guardians health crisis.
during this unprecedented me to keep
you updated on the counseling services Na onal Suicide Preven on Hotline
that we are providing. At this me we (available 24/7): 800-273-8255
are working to connect with students on
various levels. Some of the ways we are Polk County’s suicide and mental health
connec ng with our students: hotline Northwest Connec ons

* Emailing students to set up mes to (available 24/7): 888-552-6642
video conferences with students using
Google Meet. It is important to note Polk County Sheriff’s Department:
that because it is an online pla orm, 715-485-8300
we cannot guarantee the same level
of confiden ality that we could in our Polk County Child Protec ve Services:
offices. We ask that parents, siblings, 715-485-8400 (ask for intake)
etc. provide students with as much
privacy as possible when they are video Luck Police Department:
conferencing. 715-472-9191

* We are pos ng lessons and work for We have many suppor ve organiza ons in
students to complete in our Google the Luck community as well as the great-
Classroom and our website. er county. Please take a look at this Polk
County Resources handout (h p://polk.
* Students may also conference via phone. uwex.edu) for many community supports.
Supports include government agencies,
At this me the school counseling depart- food pantries, mental health services, and
ment is working with our administra on more.
to figure out the best way to provide
suppor ve services for our students while As we all con nue to navigate through
they are at home. We want to be mindful in-person, hybrid, and distance learning,
of students' confiden ality needs, special we will be here to help students as much
circumstances, and other unique situa ons as we possibly can. While the support we
so that we can provide equitable services provide may look different, we want to
to our students. The best way to reach make sure students are con nuing to feel
us is via email or telephone between the supported by our staff.
hours of 8:00 am and 3:30 pm.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Anderson & Mrs. Jacklyn Odgren

Mrs. Ka e Anderson Here Mrs. Jacklyn Odgren
to
K-12 School Counselor Help Student Support Coordinator
ka [email protected] [email protected]

715-472-2152 ext. 129 715-472-2152 ext. 115

Are you looking for addi onal resources to provide
support to your child’s social and emo onal well-being?

Please visit the Luck School District Student Services website at

h ps://www.lucksd.k12.wi.us/schools/high/students/Counselingdepartment.cfm

for a variety of ideas and ac vi es. Some of these resources include:

* Ac ve Screen Time Resource * Giant List of Ideas for Being Home with Kids

* Explore Brain Pop Videos and Ac vi es * Coping Skills Resources

* Ul mate Guide to Mental Health and Educa on Resources for Kids and Teens

* Help Your Family De-Stress During Coronavirus Uncertainty

* 10 Days of Live ‘Choose Love’ Lessons For Parents and Children

* PBS Kids: How to Talk to Your Kids About Coronavirus

* Interac ve Tool for Job Seekers & Students to Learn More About Their Career Op ons

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Message from the School Nurse

Welcome to the 2020-21 school year! Here is what you can do at home to help
keep your student and yourself healthy:
The health and safety of our students and * Help them wash their hands o en
staff is always our highest priority. We * Help them avoid close contact with peo-
want to assure you that we are working
closely with the Polk County Health De- ple who are sick
partment to monitor COVID-19. We look * Remind them to stay 6 feet apart from
forward to our ongoing partnership with
you as we work together to make educa- other people outside their household
* Teach them to clean and disinfect fre-
on possible for all students.
quently touched surfaces daily
We want to provide you with some infor- * Remind/encourage those who are able
ma on on COVID-19 and share the steps
we are taking to keep your student safe to safely to cover their mouth and nose
and healthy while at school. with a cloth face cover when they are
around others. Some people cannot
How is COVID-19 spread? wear a cloth face-covering safely. Cloth
face coverings should not be placed on
The virus that causes COVID-19 is thought children under age 2, anyone who has
to spread from person-to-person, mainly trouble breathing, or anyone who is
through respiratory droplets produced unable to remove it without assistance
when an infected person coughs, sneezes, * Make sure that your student is up-to-
and even while speaking. These droplets date on their immuniza ons. Get out
can land in the mouths or noses of people and get a flu shot early this season.
who are nearby or possibly be inhaled Like in past years, the school tracks and
into the lungs. Spread is more likely when reports immuniza on status of each
people are in close contact with one student to the State of WI. This will be
another (within about 6 feet). required again this school year
* Please keep your student home if ill.
The steps we are taking to reduce the It's important to keep your students home
risk of COVID-19: when they are not feeling well. If you
have any ques ons about whether your
* Expec ng school staff to self-screen for student should come to school, the best
signs and symptoms of COVID-19 daily decision would be to keep them home
and contact your healthcare provider to
* Asking families and caregivers to screen discuss your concerns. We especially want
their students for signs and symptoms you to keep your student home if they are
of COVID-19 daily and keep the student experiencing any symptoms, if they have
home if they are ill ~ more to come on been in contact with anyone diagnosed
that later in this communica on… with COVID-19, or if your student has
been diagnosed with COVID-19.
* Maintaining physical distancing as much If you don't have a doctor, call 211 to be
as possible connected to resources that can help you
access tes ng and care. Many clinics in
* Keeping students in groups (referred to Wisconsin provide services for people
as “cohor ng”) with li le or no insurance.
In summary, each and every member of
* Decreasing student movement between the Luck School District staff have worked
classrooms throughout the building hard to plan for the best learning experi-
ence possible for our students, whether
* Having “specials” teachers rotate learning in-person, hybrid, or virtually. As
between the classrooms (rather than we've experienced in the past, we must
having the kids go to them) be ready for sudden, abrupt changes.
We're doing our best to be prepared for
* Following the state-mandated facial whatever changes need to be made. As
covering requirement with school rules always, we'll con nue to put the safety of
our students and staff first and foremost.
* Cleaning and disinfec ng according to Thank you for your con nued support
CDC guidelines and understanding as we navigate
through the upcoming school year!
* Increasing air filtra on and
improving ven la on

* Limi ng the use of lockers
and me spent in hallways

* Teaching and encouraging
good hand hygiene and
respiratory e que e

We need your help, too! 7 Chris na Jensen, RN, Luck School Nurse

District News

Check out www.lucksd.k12.wi.us for updates and addi onal informa on

2020-21 Food Service for the free and reduced lunch/breakfast
program for the school year. Please review
Our breakfast/lunch program offers this mailing. Parents/guardians are
nutri ous, well-balanced meals with a strongly encouraged to apply for free or
wide variety of choices. Our prices are: reduced lunches. Applica ons and the
administra on of the program are kept
Breakfast Lunch in strict confidence.

Child Care (1 yr.+) $1.20 $2.20 Pay online with e-Funds

Grades 4K-4 1.50 2.85 (4K-Gr. 5) Luck School District is pleased to
offer e-Funds for Schools. This
Grades 5-8 1.60 3.00 (Gr. 6-8) program has various op ons for parents/
guardians wan ng to make payments on-
Grades 9-12 1.70 3.05 line, and it is extremely user-friendly. You
can pay electronically for student meals,
Reduced price .30 .40 fees, and child care services using your
credit card or checking account, with the
Extra Entrée (Gr. 6-12) 1.25 1.75 flexibility to make a payment at any me
through the school's website or on your
Addi onal milk .40 .40 mobile device. Go to the district page at
www.lucksd.k12.wi.us to read more info in
Luck School District uses an automated the parent le er, step-by-step instruc ons,
accoun ng system to record meal pay- and mobile payment op ons and fees.
ments and to monitor food transac ons.
This system requires you to deposit pay- Healthy Harvest from Garden
ment into a family account and func ons
as a debit system, similar to a checking Students have enjoyed the benefits of the
account. There must be sufficient mon- school garden for the past eleven years.
ey in the student’s account to serve the Their teachers coordinate learning me
student in the breakfast/lunch line. The with plan ng seeds, transplan ng, and
account holder, or parent(s)/guardian(s), harves ng the many vegetables, which
are expected to maintain a posi ve bal- are incorporated into meals and snacks.
ance in their account at all mes.

A separate mailing from the Food Service
Department will contain your account
balance, a le er from Ione DeNucci, our
Food Service Director, and the applica on

2020-21 Student Fees FALL SPORTS FEES ARE WAIVED.

Please note:
* ATHLETICS: $100 max (or $60 max reduced lunch) per family for any combina on of MS

and HS students in the household.

* Students who qualify for reduced/free lunch can only have fees reduced or waived if a
“Sharing Informa on” form is on file.

* This form is included with the determina on le er you receive. Please sign and return for
fees to be waived or reduced.

* For more informa on, please call Junellyn Anderson at 715-472-2152, ext. 100.

* All applied fees can be viewed and paid for in Family Access or in the High School office.

^ This includes Forensics, Drama, and Solo & Ensemble.

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District News

Check out www.lucksd.k12.wi.us for updates and addi onal informa on

Frandsen Family Scholarship Blood Drive @ Luck School

The Frandsen Family Founda on, creat- If you would like to donate at the
ed by Mr. Dennis Frandsen, con nues to American Red Cross blood drive on Wed.,
flourish! The scholarship offers seniors full November 6, sign up for a me slot be-
tui on to a end a local 2-year Technical tween 9 am-2 pm by contac ng redcross-
College as well addi onal financial sup- blood.org or 800-733-2767 or Mrs. Renee
port for books and supplies. About 35 of Gavinski at [email protected] or
60 Luck graduates in 2019 and 2020 u - 715-472-2152 ext. 140. The HS student
lized this scholarship so far, and the num- council helps coordinate these events.
bers will only con nue to rise as we enter
our 3rd year of the scholarship offered at Enjoy Student Talent with the
Luck! This is a fantas c opportunity for Drama & Music Departments
gradua ng seniors here at Luck, as well
as at three other area high schools. There Two HS Drama Club performances and
will be a virtual evening mee ng on Mon- mul ple music programs are scheduled
day, Sept. 14 at 6:30 pm for students and this year for families and community to
parents that will explain the scholarship in enjoy. Check the calendar on page 2 of
more detail (more informa on to come). this newsle er and highlight the dates!
Representa ves from the Frandsen Family Because of COVID-19, it's possible events
Founda on, WITC and Pine Tech will all be may be pre-recorded and live-streamed
presen ng, so you won't want to miss it! online for families to view from home.

Luck Scholarships Advisor Mrs. Judy Wicklund will work
with her Drama Club members to see
The Local Scholarship Program has a
how they can pull together their onstage
variety of scholarships from local families, and technical talents for entertaining and
businesses, and organiza ons. Some are memorable performances. Band director
specific to certain careers, while others
Ms. Tina Lee and Choir director Mr. Ron
are open to any student planning to at-
Brace will collaborate with teachers and
tend post-secondary schooling. Selec ons students, making sure everyone involved
area based on GPA, a endance, commu- is prepared to perform and have fun at
nity service, extra-curricular involvement, the same me!
etc. Annually there are over $50,000

worth of scholarships recognized at the Luck Alumni Updates
Senior Awards Program. The Luck com-
munity is so giving to our students; we The Luck Alumni Founda on raises funds
are so thankful for their support! If you're for graduate scholarships, helps fill teach-
interested in sponsoring a scholarship, er and student needs, and honors alumni.
contact Mrs. Odgren at 715-472-2152 ext. Log on to the school website, and under
115 or [email protected].
the 'Community' tab, alumni can
update contact info and learn more

Luck Graduate Education about the Founda on's outreach.

Scholarship Fundraiser Wear Your School Spirit!

On Friday, January 22, 2021 come If you want some cool Cardinal clothing
to the annual scholarship fundraiser for for yourself or a family member, the Luck
Luck School graduates. It will include a Booster Club can help! There are t-shirts,
delicious lasagna meal from 4:30-7:00 pm sweatshirts, hats, and more. The shop is
and a raffle drawing in conjunc on with open during home games, or contact the
the Luck-Frederic doubleheader basket- High School office at 715-472-2152.
ball games. Larsen Auto Centers has been for a me that fits your schedule.
a steadfast supporter of Luck School by

sponsoring the lasagna meal, and an As you're cleaning out your family's

impressive variety of local talent donates closets throughout the year, consider

items for the raffle. All the proceeds fund dona ng outgrown Cardinalwear at the

Luck graduate scholarships to EVERY HS office; the resale profits go toward

graduate who con nues their educa on. Business Educa on scholarships.
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District News

Check out www.lucksd.k12.wi.us for updates and addi onal informa on

Luck Child Care Program The Positivity Project

The Nest at Bu ernut Crossing has been Last year a school-wide
in Luck School for two years. The Nest character program called
con nues to offer quality care for The Posi vity Project was implemented.
children ages 6 weeks through 12 years. We're very happy with this program, es-
We proudly offer families choices in pecially since families can keep this going
scheduling and nutri on. Our classrooms at home. Access The Posi vity Project’s
are a part of the Elementary wing, mean- resource library at h ps://posproject.
ing students who a end Luck School can org/resources/. Thank you for con nu-
stay in the same area of the school from ing to ins ll in your children the impor-
birth through Kindergarten. Parents tance of character strengths and posi ve
provide The Nest with a care schedule rela onships, especially in these difficult
each month, allowing for flexibility and
peace of mind that you are paying only mes. We appreciate your partnership in
for what you need. Clients also choose educa on.
between providing their own nutri on-
ally sound meals, or joining the school Asbestos Notice
Nutri on Program. For more informa-
In compliance with the laws regarding as-
on or to schedule a tour, call Gretchen bestos, this no ce is intended to inform
Frendt at 715-472-3130, or email gretch- you of the presence of asbestos in our
[email protected], or find us on Luck school. Our building has its own revised
School Website under the "Schools" tab. management plans, which have been for-
warded to and approved by the State of
Bus Route Schedules Wisconsin. These plans may be inspected
in the district office or during business
The School District of Luck uses Kobussen hours. Six-month monitoring checks are
bus service for student transporta on. conducted by CESA#10 and no problems
If you stated a need for bussing in the were noted. Be assured we feel the
Educa onal Op ons survey, you should asbestos in our building is being
receive a call from the bus driver before managed in accordance with federal
the school year begins. Any bus issues and state guidelines, and the risk of
should go through the Kobussen Balsam friable par cles being released into the
Lake Terminal at 715-330-4234. air is very minimal. The amount of asbes-
tos in our school is also very minimal.
Attendance at Sport Events
Education of Homeless
The majority of Cardinal fans will watch Children and Youth
live spor ng events online. Games will
be closed to the general public this fall. Children of homeless individuals and un-
Student-athletes will receive 6 ckets accompanied homeless youth (youth not
for immediate family, and only people in the physical custody of a parent/guard-
with ckets will be allowed in. Go to the ian) residing in the Luck School District
Facegook page for We Are Luck for video shall have equal access to the same free,
coverage of sports and addi onal events. appropriate public educa on as provided
to other children and youth who reside
Due to COVID-19 concerns, Luck School in the Luck SD. Contact our Homeless
District needs to stay fluid when making Liaison Mr. Harelson at 715-472-2152
changes to the number of fans who can ext. 109 or [email protected].
a end games. For now, there will be no
individual or family season athle c pass- School Volunteers Update
es sold, or Golden Age passes given to
district residents age 62 and older. We appreciate our volunteers who help
our school many ways, but un l further
no ce, the program is on hold for the
safety of everyone involved. Let Commu-
nity Ed. know if you'd like to be contacted
when volunteering resumes.

Do YOU have a great photo taken in our
district to share on the newsle er cover?

Contact CEd director, Amy Aguado, for guidelines.
715-472-3136 | [email protected]

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Check out www.lucksd.k12.wi.us for updates and addi onal informa on

Luck School Appreciates
the Eugene Wynn, Jr.
Memorial Learning Dock

An unfortunate event ended the life of a
Luck graduate, yet his family, friends, and
many others have created a las ng tribute
to honor and remember him.

On the memorial plaque, a friend gave
tribute to Eugene Wynn, Jr. It reads:

Eugene graduated from Luck High School in 1994. He was a tremendous athlete
who loved playing baseball, basketball, and football. He also spent much of his
free me outdoors. Whether it was fishing, hun ng, or camping he was always
up for an adventure. Gene was most happy sharing these experiences with his
children, family, and friends.

Gene’s love for the outdoors inspired him to become a conserva on officer.
On April 20, 2019 he passed away in the line of duty while trying to help others.
Eugene is deeply missed by his wife, daughter, son, and parents along with all of
us who were lucky enough to have known him.

With the help of the community we are able to honor him with this learning dock.
May you enjoy this space as much as Gene would have.

The engraved plaque lists 27 individuals, The dock is sturdy and invi ng, and the
groups, and businesses who donated Luck School teachers have many ideas
$250 or greater toward the learning dock. to incorporate this unique a ribute into
their lesson plans for students in grades
In addi on to funding, many people 4K-12. For example, Miss Gabrielle
invested their me to make this worth- Beguhl's 1st grade class will u lize the
while project happen. Ini ated by sev- learning dock with weekly outdoor read-
eral members of the Class of 1994, they ing me, prac cing their sentence wri ng
worked with Cory Hinkel, school district skills by describing things they see from
administrator, searching for a fi ng way the dock, and during their outdoor sound
to honor Eugene. Schaffer Manufacturing science experiments.
in Milltown made the aluminum brackets
to mount both the aluminum plaque and Every season of the year is sure to provide
the wooden sign. Brad Werner made the opportuni es for all ages to con nue
aluminum sign with the school's laser learning outside and experience nature
engraver, and the wooden sign using the from the beau ful view provided by the
CNC router. The Luck School custodians dock.
assembled and set up the dock on the
shoreline of Big Bu ernut Lake.

The dock, made by DAKA Docks & Li s, was The summer sunset creates a calm scene over

delivered in early spring to Big Bu ernut Lake. 11 the lake by the memorial learning dock.

Class Schedule CommunityEducation More classes listed on
Sep. - Dec. 2020 www.lucksd.k12.wi.us

WE CAN DO THIS ~ Continue to Learn and Grow!

Be a lifelong learner; check out these classes, and then register to keep your mind
and body ac ve. Everyone is welcome to par cipate in CEd classes and events.

Luck Community Educa on is working to adjust how we offer the useful and fun classes so many
people have come to expect. Almost all of the classes listed on the following pages are ONLINE.
Here are important details to note in the class descrip ons:
• The ( * ) symbol indicates this class is offered ONLINE using the free web-conference so ware, BlueJeans.
• Reference the 5-digit class number when registering for classes.
• The ( ** ) means the class will be recorded. Register for it like a typical class and watch it at ANY me!
• Some classes are offered through WITC. Seniors age 62 and be er by 9/1 get a deal with the lesser rate!

Deadline to register for all classes is one week prior to the class start date. You'll be given the
easy-to-follow direc ons to sign in for the ONLINE classes using BlueJeans (it’s like Zoom and Skype).

Please know that we'll follow all COVID-19 safety measures; if a class needs to be
cancelled we’ll do our best to reschedule it as soon as possible. Register for the
classes that interest you; everyone on the roster will be kept in the loop.

I’m more than happy to help you by phone or email to register and set up your
desktop, laptop, phone, or tablet prior to the class star ng. My phone and
email are listed below. Thank you for being lifelong learners, Amy Aguado

Registra on is required at least 1 week prior to class start date;

contact CEd at 715-472-3136 - or - [email protected]

Join the loads of people who are WILD Write, Right Now!
about MUSHROOMS! The classes below
run from 5:30-8:30 pm on the dates listed Tue, Oct. 6-Nov. 10 4:00-6:00 pm
and are taught by Tavis Lynch, a 30+ year
veteran of wild mushroom foraging and is Instr: Dr. Carolyn Wedin $24
cer fied by the MN Dept. of Agriculture.
Whether crea ng short stories, a novel, a

memoir or play, or a cookbook, get hints to

improve your project and encouragement

Wild Mushrooms 201 and inspira on from other readers/writers.
This class will merge with the Frederic class.
Mon & Tue, Sep. 21 & 22 $39 / sr. $25.20

Discover easy and accurate iden fica on Save Lives with CPR/AED &
techniques and a map of mushroom seasons. First Aid classes
We'll iden fy trees associated with differ-
ent mushroom species which will include: Contact Luck CEd for dates and class mes
Hericium, Lobster Mushrooms, Leccinum,
Hedgehog, Black Trumpet, Entoloma and Instr: North Land Ambulance $10
Elm Oysters. * (65185)
A generous grant from Polk Burne Opera-
Trees Hosting Mushrooms
on Round-up last spring is earmarked for

training in CPR, AED, and basic First Aid with

knowledge that can be a lifesaver in our

Thu., Sep. 24 $27.50 / sr. $18.30 communi es and work places. The course is
designed to teach skills needed to recognize
When looking for edible mushrooms, it’s emergencies and perform CPR and use an
AED and perform First Aid un l EMS arrives.
be er to search the specific trees that

make good hosts. Learn how trees and fungi

relate with each other and how to iden fy To make the grant money stretch, the cost
the trees and habitats that produce edible has been divided so par cipants pay just
mushrooms. * (65186) $10, and the cer fica on card is not part of

Mushrooms: Late Season the class, since that also increases the price.
Be one of the 170 people to be proac ve,
Mon, Oct. 12 $27.50 / sr. $18.30 make a difference, and register for a class!

A er the regular growing season, there are

s ll a few good edible mushrooms hiding in Day Trips
the forest. Learn how to find and I.D. them to
extend your foraging season well in to winter. Our fall trips, Breaking Up is Hard to Do and
Some are delicious table fare, while others Man In Black, have been put on hold yet we
have medicinal proper es. Mushrooms can plan to see them in the spring. Luck CEd has
be found in every month of the year, so join also scored great ma nee seats for Hamilton
on Saturdays, Aug. 7 and 28. Ask for info!
us and learn the late season fungi. * (65184) 12

Class Schedule CommunityEducation More classes listed on
Sep. - Dec. 2020 www.lucksd.k12.wi.us

Yoga for Stiff People Computer Classes for You!

Wed, Sep. 16-Oct. 21 10:00-10:45 am Take the classes listed below
from the comfort of your home
Instr: Jane Meinz, cer fied Kripalu Yoga teacher $45 or office using the free BlueJeans
Our bodies are designed to move so oNZwnooloiiwtnmhe! so ware download. These extensive
they stay fluid, flexible and pain free. beginner courses will provide tools to enhance
But when we don’t move enough in the your work, school or personal use. Log-in info
right way, our poor li le bodies get s ff, and instruc ons will be emailed to you prior to
start of class. Basic computer skills, reliable in-
clumsy and uncomfortable to live in. This class ternet, microphone and camera are required.

is all about bringing easy, pleasant movement

back into the body to increase flexibility/ Microsoft PowerPoint
strength and decrease pain/s ffness. No yoga

experience required AND you do not need to Tue & Thu, Oct. 1-8 4:00-6:00 pm

be in shape, thin, or own stretch pants to fully Instr: Allison Sheffel $39 / sr. $25.20

enjoy the benefits of this class (really, I mean Learn to use the basic func ons of Power-

that)! Par cipants will have access to a vast Point; prac ce crea ng, edi ng, and saving a

video library of Jane's yoga classes, so you slide presenta on along with simple func ons

could be enjoying yoga 7 days a week! that will help create professional presenta ons

Try a FREE SAMPLE ONLINE CLASS, either using graphics, text modifica ons, anima on
Wed, Sep. 9 OR Thu, Sep. 10 from 10-11 am.
Sign up for the free sample class by 9/4. and other special effects. * (65218) **

Water Aerobics Microsoft Word

Tue & Thu, Oct. 13-22 4:00-6:00 pm

Mon & Wed, Sep. 28-Nov. 4 8:30-9:30 am Instr: Allison Scheffel $39 / sr. $25.20

Tue & Thu, Sep. 29-Nov. 5 or 9:30-10:30 am Gain experience using the basic func ons of

Instr: Janet Erickson $45 MS Word. You'll prac ce crea ng, edi ng and

Fri, Oct. 2-Nov. 6 8:30-9:30 am 1sg0trraoyonewndaigrnesgr! saving a document along with simple func ons

Instr: Kelley St. Croix-Bush $22.50 that will help create professional resumes,

You’ll feel and see the results of these le ers, and other common docs. * (65217) **

classes; they include a fun regiment of Microsoft Excel

stretching, cardio, and core strengthening. Tue, Oct. 20-Nov. 10 5:30-7:30 pm
Instr: Melissa Turngren $50.50 / sr. $32.10
Weight-resistance training with foam bar

bells and noodles help tone your arms, legs,

and abdominals. All skill levels are welcome You'll be amazed at what Excel can do for you!
to try water aerobics; the buoyancy allows Learn to create worksheets for work and per-
sonal use. Understand the basics of naviga ng
for low impact on your body. These ongoing through the cells, forma ng, and se ng up a
spreadsheet for maximum efficiency. You'll see
classes run in 6-week sessions. how easy it is to have numbers calculated in
just seconds and how to sort through long lists
Paint Decorative Glasses with absolute ease. * (65221) **

Sat, Oct. 10 10:00 am-1:00 pm

Instr: Charlene Lundberg $22

Let your crea vity shine and paint an original QuickBooks

white birch tree design by the instructor on Fri, Oct. 30-Nov. 20 10:00 am-12:00 pm

two wine glasses. Instr: Maryann Ledin $45 / sr. $17.22

All experience levels Learn the essen als to correctly use Quick-

can follow the step- Books Desktop accoun ng so ware. In class

by-step guidance you'll create a new company file from scratch,

using acrylic paint. learn the flow of customer, vendor and bank-

Aprons and materials ing ac vi es. We'll review the report op ons

are included in cost. and learn how to customize to fit your needs.

Keep Calm & Be Crafty Payroll is not a part of this class. * (65075) **

Here's a handful of fun classes to sa sfy your * Paint a Snow Fence Flag
"cra iness" with socially-distanced outdoor

classes this fall. Contact Community Ed. to * Create a Fall / Winter Porch Pot
get on the “I’m interested” list to receive

more details about each class. More info * Pumpkin & Succulent Centerpiece
about these classes is available on the Luck

School website under the "Community" tab. * Divide & Share Perennials
[email protected] | 715-472-3136

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Class Schedule Community More classes listed on
Sep. - Dec. 2020 Education www.lucksd.k12.wi.us

Cut the Cable Bill Computer Security & Privacy

Tue & Thu, Sep. 22 & 24 10:00-11:00 am Tue & Thu, Oct 20-22 9:00-11:00 am

Instr: Sara Reimann $27.50 / sr. $18.30 Instr: Barbara Williams $27.50 / sr. $18.30

Thinking about ge ng rid of another month- With as much me as we're spending on our

ly bill? TV lovers have more budget-friendly computers today, it is wise to maintain a safe

op ons these days than they may realize. This and secure system. In this class you will be

class will teach you how to ditch cable and discussing an -virus so ware op ons, internet

satellite TV and save a bundle without giving security (hacks, phishing scams, viruses),

up your favorite shows or features. Day one crea ng secure passwords and locking /

will help you learn about op ons for edi ng protec ng your devices. There will be plenty

your services; day two will provide me for of me to ask ques ons. * (65238) **

ques ons on following up. * (65231) **

Coping Strategies Thru Crisis Check out the classes below taught by Sara
Reimann; they all run 10:00 am-12:00 pm.
Thu, Sep. 24 9:30-10:30 am Have your device fully charged at start of class
and have your charging cable handy.
Instr: Gigi Staffne $16 / sr. $11.40

Contemporary stress is epidemic in our world. Intro to iPhone

It impacts the physical, emo onal, mental Tue & Thu, Oct. 13 & 15 $27.50 / sr. $18.30
Learn how to interact with your Apple iPhone,
and spiritual well-being of many. Gain a solid access different features, set up and manage
your account, and access the internet. Under-
understanding of what stress, distress and stand the capabili es and limita ons of your
device and why it may or may not replace
eustress are. Acquire numerous clinical tools your computer. Gain troubleshoo ng ps for
when something goes awry. * (65233) **
and coping skills to assist with coping and

adapta on to stress from a mental health and

natural medicine professional instructor. You

will be be er prepared to cope with what

comes next. * (64967) **

Fortify Your Immune System Intro to iPad

Thu, Oct. 15 7:00-8:00 pm Tue & Thu, Nov. 3 & 5 $27.50 / sr. $18.30
Learn how to interact with your Apple iPad,
Instr: Wendy Peterson $10 access different features, and access the in-
ternet. It is recommended that your email ac-
Learn how to support your immune system count already be set up on your iPad and have
your log-in informa on hand. Understand the
using common herbs and essen al oils. The capabili es and limita ons of your device and
why it may or may not replace your comput-
instructor will demonstrate easy recipes you er. Gain basic troubleshoo ng ps for when
something goes awry. * (65235) **
can make to support good sleep, nutri on,

and stress management with this online class.

Household Budgeting

Thu, Nov. 5-19 5:30-7:30 pm

Instr: Melissa Turngren $39 / sr. $25.20

Budge ng can be difficult in the best of mes iPad: Beyond the Basics

and it’s even harder now. In this short course Tue, Nov. 24 $16 / sr. $11.40

you'll learn to examine your spending “trig- Let's go beyond the basics with your Apple

gers” and begin to recognize them before they iPad. There's so much more you can use!

lead to unnecessary spending. You’ll examine We'll discuss handy apps that can make your

your current income level, create a manage- life easier; be ready to share any favorites of

able budget, and begin to determine ways you yours. * (65236) **

can get ahead to ease stress-related financial Digital Photo Organization

concerns. We may not solve all problems, but Tue & Thu, Dec. 10 & 15 $27.50 / sr. $18.30
If your digital photo collec ons are a mess,
we’ll likely make improvements. Using Excel the good news is that so ware and online
services now have excellent tools for helping
to create your budget is a bonus, but not you organize your images fast. The goal is to
be able to find and share the photos you love
necessary; hand- wri en methods will also be without a headache. Learn the concepts and
techniques behind efficient photo manage-
discussed. * (65230) ** ment, photo edi ng, organizing, backup, and
sharing. * (65237) **
Q: How do I sign up for
these great classes?

A: See box on page 12
of this newsle er!

If you'd like to help shape the line-up of Community Ed. classes and trips,
please ask about joining the advisory council monthly mee ngs!

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Luck Sports Schedules

** Go to www.lucksd.k12.wi.us & click on Athle c Schedules for the most accurate schedule! **
Athle c Director: Mr. Jason Harelson ][ 715-472-2152 ext. 109 ][ [email protected]

The schedules below may change depending on recommenda ons
made for safety and large group gatherings due to COVID-19.

*** All home games are in BOLD *** FOOTBALL Varsity
Aug. 21 Scrimmage @ Luck 10:00 a
GOLF Luck/Frederic Girls Varsity Sep. 25 @ Frederic 7:00 p
Oct. 2 Siren - HOMECOMING 7:00 p
No meets currently scheduled / refer to school website 7:00 p
9 @ Shell Lake 7:00 p
VOLLEYBALL Varsity 16 Clayton 7:00 p
23 Prairie Farm
Sep. 8 @ Turtle Lake 5:45 / 7:15 p
HOCKEY Grantsburg Co-op Boys Varsity
12 Tournament @ Elmwood 9:00 a
Dec. 1 @ Baldwin 7:00 p
VOLLEYBALL Girls Middle School 4 Medford @ Siren 7:00 p
Sep. 10 Grantsburg 4:30 p 8 Barron @ Siren 1:00 p
4:30 p 17 @ Altoona 6:00 p
15 @ Unity 4:30 p 22 Chequamegon @ Siren 7:00 p
17 @ Siren 4:30 p 28-29 @ Barron TBD
22 Frederic 4:30 p
24 @ Webster 4:30 p Jan. 8 Moose Lake @ Siren 7:00 p
29 Clayton 4:30 p 12 @ Ashland 7:00 p
Oct. 1 @ Grantsburg 4:30 p 15 Altoona @ Siren 7:00 p
4:30 p
6 Unity 4:30 p 19 @ Moose Lake 7:00 p
Oct. 8 Siren 4:30 p
22 Chequamegon @ Siren 7:00 p
13 @ Frederic
15 Webster 29 Ely @ Siren 7:00 p

Feb. 4 @ Black River Falls 7:00 p

9 @ Chequamegon 6:00 p

VOLLEYBALL Girls JV BASKETBALL Girls JV / Varsity
Sep. 8 @ Turtle Lake 5:45 p
5:45 p Nov. 19 @ Solon Springs 5:45 / 7:15 p
10 Grantsburg 5:45 p
15 @ Unity 5:45 p Dec. 3 @ Birchwood (NC) 5:45 / 7:15 p
17 @ Siren 5:45 p 8 Siren 5:45 p
22 Frederic 5:45 p 11 @ Frederic 5:45 p
24 @ Webster 5:45 p 14 @ Mercer 7:00 p
Oct. 1 @ Grantsburg 15 Unity 5:45 p
18 Cameron (NC) 5:45 p
6 Unity 21 @ Shell Lake 5:45 / 7:15 p
8 Siren 5:45 p Jan. 5 Clear Lake 7:15 / 5:45 p
13 @ Frederic 8 Webster 5:45 p
15 Webster 5:45 p 12 @ Grantsburg 5:45 p
5:45 p 15 @ Siren 5:45 p
CROSS COUNTRY Luck/Frederic 5:45 p 19 @ Clayton 7:15 p / ----
Aug. 27 @ Grantsburg
Varsity 22 Frederic 5:45 p
31 TBD 4:30 p 26 @ Unity 7:00 p
Sep. 17 Luck vs. mul ple schools 4:00 p
Oct. 8 Invita onal @ Luck Addi onal dates / refer to school website

13 Conference @ Dodson 4:30 p BASKETBALL Boys JV / Varsity
23 Sec onal @ Iron River 4:30 p
4:00 p Dec. 1 @ Baldwin-Woodville 5:45 / 7:15 p
FOOTBALL 4:00 p
Aug. 27 Scrimmage @ Siren Dec. 3 @ Birchwood (NC) 7:15 / 5:45 p
Sep. 3 @ Prairie Farm 8 Siren 7:15 p
11 @ Frederic 7:15 p
10 New Auburn 15 Unity 7:15 p
14 Valley Chris an MS 18 Cameron (NC) 5:45 / 7:15 p
17 Siren 4:30 p 21 @ Shell Lake
24 @ Clayton 5:00 p Jan. 5 Clear Lake 5:45 p
Oct. 1 Frederic 5:00 p 5:45 / 7:15 p
5:00 p 8 Webster
FOOTBALL 5:00 p 12 @ Grantsburg 7:15 p
Aug. 31 Northwood 5:00 p 15 @ Siren 7:15 p
Sep. 14 @ Clayton 22 Frederic
5:00 p 26 @ Unity TBD
21 @ Prairie Farm 7:15 p
28 Frederic 7:00 p
Oct. 5 @ Siren 28 Drummond (NC) 5:45 / 7:15 p
12 Shell Lake JV Addi onal dates / refer to school website

5:00 p WRESTLING Luck/Frederic/Grantsburg/Siren Varsity
5:00 p Dec. 17 @ Turtle Lake 7:00 p
5:00 p Jan. 14 Luck vs. mul ple schools 7:00 p
5:00 p 21 @ Cornell 7:00 p
5:00 p 29 @ Bruce 7:00 p

5:00 p 15 Feb. 6 Conference Tourn. @ Luck 10:00 a

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