We apologize for the miscommunication regarding school-issued clear backpacks at the Secondary Complex and want to clarify on what the expectation is moving forward.
The purpose of requiring clear backpacks is to help protect students and keep them safe during the school day. We hoped that providing clear drawstring backpacks - with fewer pockets and greater visibility - would make security checks easier. The requirement of students using school-issued backpacks was never intended to create a negative experience for students or families.
Students may use either their own clear backpacks or the school-provided clear drawstring backpack. Students will be expected to keep their backpacks in their lockers along with other belongings.
The purpose of requiring clear backpacks is to help protect students and keep them safe during the school day. We hoped that providing clear drawstring backpacks - with fewer pockets and greater visibility - would make security checks easier. The requirement of students using school-issued backpacks was never intended to create a negative experience for students or families.
Students may use either their own clear backpacks or the school-provided clear drawstring backpack. Students will be expected to keep their backpacks in their lockers along with other belongings.
Join us for virtual college and financial aid events, Tuesday evenings this fall. The College Planning Series will cover important college search and finanical aid topics with professionals and live Q & A. The events are free for MN students and families. Visit bit.ly/CollegePlanningSeries26 for more information and to register.
Mark your calendars and register! The NACAC National College Fair is next month, Oct 7th and 8th in Minneapolis. If you can't attend, ask your counselor about local opportunities and virtual college fairs. Learn, connect, ask questions, and discover your best college fit! nacacattend.org/fairs #MNGoestoCollege
Attendance Matters! Students who come to school have way less stress. Just think - you are able to learn, stay on track, and not have to worry about catching up on any assignments!! Keep that stress away!
Join us for virtual college and financial aid events, Tuesday evenings this fall. The College Planning Series will cover important college search and finanical aid topics with professionals and live Q & A. The events are free for MN students and families. Visit bit.ly/CollegePlanningSeries26 for more information and to register.
The college planning series virtual event schedule for the fall will be:
•09/29/2026 at 7pm – Explore College Options
•10/06/2026 at 7pm – Apply to College
•10/13/2026 at 7pm – Understand Financial Aid
•10/20/2026 at 7pm – FAFSA 101
•10/27/2026 at 7pm – Minnesota Alternative State Financial Aid Application 101
•11/10/2026 at 7pm – Scholarships 101
Keep an eye out for the links to be shared for each of these on our Facebook Page and Website Live Feed!
The college planning series virtual event schedule for the fall will be:
•09/29/2026 at 7pm – Explore College Options
•10/06/2026 at 7pm – Apply to College
•10/13/2026 at 7pm – Understand Financial Aid
•10/20/2026 at 7pm – FAFSA 101
•10/27/2026 at 7pm – Minnesota Alternative State Financial Aid Application 101
•11/10/2026 at 7pm – Scholarships 101
Keep an eye out for the links to be shared for each of these on our Facebook Page and Website Live Feed!
You are invited to attend the next American Indian Parent Advisory Council Tuesday, April 14th at 5:00pm in the RLHS Culture Room! (Please enter through the RLSC Main Entrance) There will be a drawing at 5:10 for those in attendance to win prizes, and a meal will be served.
Can't join in person? Scan the QR code or click the link on the AIPAC page on our website to join virtually!
Can't join in person? Scan the QR code or click the link on the AIPAC page on our website to join virtually!
Our third edition of our Red Lake School District Family Newsletter is here! Learn all about the big things happening in our schools! Click this link to view: https://app.smore.com/n/k38e7
Boozhoo parents and guardians of Red Lake School District!
This is a reminder that if your student will be absent or leaving school for any reason—including appointments or activities outside of school, such as Tribal Council activities or program events—please call the school office to excuse the absence. If the office is unavailable, please leave a voicemail.
Calling the office lets us know that you are aware and that it is okay for your student to be out of school. It also helps us record the absence correctly, maintain student safety, and keep accurate attendance records. Miigwech!
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Due to incoming inclement weather, all after school activities are cancelled today, March 12. Please plan accordingly. Miigwech!
Some of our students took a trip to the Univeristy of Wisconsin - Superior last week, participating in a poster presentation to the many people who attended the conference at the university. They did a great job!
Message from Red Lake School District Transportation: as of Monday, March 9, busses will no longer be driving down side roads due to road conditions. Please plan accordingly. Miigwech!
Good morning! Before school started this morning, we were notified that law enforcement was taking action to apprehend a suspect in the Back-of-Town area of Red Lake. The Red Lake Police Department assured us that our schools would be safe and not affected by this police action and that the situation was contained.
As an abundance of caution, both the elementary and secondary complexes went into a SECURE to make sure our perimeter was safe and that our buildings remained calm and quiet. Please be assured that your child is safe and that we will conduct classes as usual. We will end the SECURE when we hear that the situation is resolved.
Thank you.
Tim Lutz
As an abundance of caution, both the elementary and secondary complexes went into a SECURE to make sure our perimeter was safe and that our buildings remained calm and quiet. Please be assured that your child is safe and that we will conduct classes as usual. We will end the SECURE when we hear that the situation is resolved.
Thank you.
Tim Lutz
Coming in April: Key Conversations to Have Before College Begins. Mark your calendars and join us. Register here: bit.ly/CollegePlanningSeries Students who attend are eligible for a $1,000 scholarship drawing.
Coming in April: Key Conversations to Have Before College Begins. Mark your calendars and join us. Register here: bit.ly/CollegePlanningSeries Students who attend are eligible for a $1,000 scholarship drawing.
Join us tonight to learn about about the college credit transfer process. This is a helpful session for students who have earned college credits during high school as well. Register here: bit.ly/CollegePlanningSeries Students who attend are eligible for a $1,000 scholarship drawing. Interpreters are available.
Join us next week to learn about about the college credit transfer process. This is a helpful session for students who have earned college credits during high school as well. Register here: bit.ly/CollegePlanningSeries Students who attend are eligible for a $1,000 scholarship drawing.
Good Morning! This is a weather related announcement for the Red Lake Schools District. Due to inclement weather and road conditions, Red Lake Schools will be closed today, Wednesday, February 18. Please plan accordingly. Miigwech!
Good evening! This is a weather related announcement for the Red Lake School District. Due to incoming inclement weather, the district will have a 2 hour late start tomorrow, Wednesday, February 18th. Please plan accordingly. Miigwech!
Join us tonight to learn about what happens after the FAFSA is submitted! Register here: bit.ly/CollegePlanningSeries Students who attend are eligible for a $1,000 scholarship drawing. Interpreters are available.
Senior Sweatshirts are available to order NEXT WEEK ONLY! Don't miss out on getting your order in!
