Please check out this graphic to learn more about the upcoming referendum. Visit the school website at https://www.isd2071.k12.mn.us/page/operating-referendum-2026 for additional information!
about 6 hours ago, LCWM
Graphic explaining referendum information.
At a recent school board meeting, the school board has decided to pursue an operating levy for the November ballot. Over the coming weeks and months, LCWM will share additional information about school funding, the district's financial outlook, and the reasons an operating levy is being considered. Our goal is to provide factual, transparent information so community members can make informed decisions about the future of our schools.

For additional information or if you have any questions, please reach out to school superintendent, Brett Benson, or our LCWM school board members. You can also reference the school's website at https://www.isd2071.k12.mn.us/page/operating-referendum-2026.
6 days ago, LCWM
What is an Operating Levy? An operating levy is a voter-approved funding source that helps pay for the day-to-day costs of educating students. Operating levy funds support teachers, classroom instruction, student support services, technology, academic programs, activities, transportation, and other operational expenses. Unlike state funding, operating levy dollars are generated locally and help school districts maintain programs and services when state funding does not keep pace with rising costs. For taxpayers, an operating levy is calculated based on the value of a home, garage, and one acre of land surrounding the residence. Agricultural land beyond the home site is not subject to the operating levy. This means that for most farmers, the levy applies only to the residential portion of their property, not their farmland. What is a Building Referendum? A building referendum, often called a bond referendum, is a voter-approved funding source used for major facility projects. These funds can be used for building construction, additions, renovations, roofs, parking lots, safety improvements, and other long-term capital needs. Building referendum funds cannot be used for teacher salaries, classroom programs, or daily operating expenses. Unlike an operating levy, a building referendum is generally based on the value of all taxable property within the district, including agricultural land, commercial property, and residential property. As a result, the tax impact and who pays for the referendum can be significantly different than an operating levy.
What the Levy Funds: Academics: The Operating Levy funds academic opportunities to ensure scholars can access high-quality, rigorous learning that will prepare them for the future. including: Career and Technical Education (CTE), including over 43 unique courses that lead to ten different pathways. College and Career Readiness, including college and career preparation opportunities, financial aid events, etc. Updated Curriculum Staff Professional Development Staffing: The levy funds staff who ensure our students have the support they need to thrive, including: Classroom Support, including teachers, paraprofessionals, and substitute teachers Special Education, including Occupational Therapists and Speech Language Pathologists Health and Safety, including Nurses, Counselors, Mental Health staff, Custodians, and Safety and Security staff Activities: The Operating Levy funds enrichment activities to support the whole child, including: Art Music 100% Athletics, including high school and middle school competitive sports (what percent of our students are in sports?) 100% Co-curricular activities (what percent of our students are in co-curricular activities?) Operations: The levy funds day-to-day services that keep our schools running, including: Transportation Nutrition Services Utilities Facilities Maintenance A Simple Way to Think About It A building referendum helps pay for the school building itself, while an operating levy helps pay for the educational experiences and opportunities that happen inside the building. Over the coming weeks and months, LCWM will share additional information about school funding, the district's financial outlook, and the reasons an operating levy is being considered. Our goal is to provide factual, transparent information so community members can make informed decisions about the future of our schools.
The LCWM School Board will have four seats up for election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. These positions carry a four-year term beginning in January 2027. Individuals interested in serving the school district and community are encouraged to consider becoming a candidate.

Candidate Filing Period: July 14, 2026 – July 28, 2026

Candidates must file the required paperwork during the filing period to have their name placed on the ballot. Additional information regarding candidate filing requirements and election procedures is available through the district office. Serving on the School Board is an opportunity to help shape the future of our schools by establishing district policies, setting goals, overseeing finances, and supporting student success.
9 days ago, LCWM
The LCWM School Board will have four seats up for election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. These positions carry a four-year term beginning in January 2027. Individuals interested in serving the school district and community are encouraged to consider becoming a candidate. Candidate Filing Period: July 14, 2026 – July 28, 2026 Candidates must file the required paperwork during the filing period to have their name placed on the ballot. Additional information regarding candidate filing requirements and election procedures is available through the district office. Serving on the School Board is an opportunity to help shape the future of our schools by establishing district policies, setting goals, overseeing finances, and supporting student success.
Huge thank you to North Memorial Air Care for this amazing training opportunity for these students and the South Central Service Coop for bringing these area students to our district for this training!
14 days ago, LCWM
students looking at the north memorial air care helicopter
students looking at the north memorial air care helicopter
students looking at the north memorial air care helicopter
students looking at the north memorial air care helicopter
students looking at the north memorial air care helicopter
The annual Scrubs Camp is happening right now at the high school! We love being able to host this amazing camp that the South Central Service Coop puts on every year for area youth interested in healthcare!

We are hoping the helicopter can still come a little later-don't be alarmed!! It's for training purposes!
14 days ago, LCWM
students in classroom looking at “dummies” for CPR
STUDENTS IN CLASSROOM LOOKING AT WHITE BOARD LISTENING TO INSTRUCTION.
STUDENTS PRACTICING INTUBATING A DUMMY
students in classroom looking at “dummies” for CPR.
students in classroom looking at “dummies” for CPR.
STUDENTS PRACTICING PACKING A WOUND
STUDENTS Practicing INTUBATING A PRACTICE DUMMY
Students looking in back of squad car learning about police officers responsibilities from the Lake Crystal Police Dept.
STUDENTS PRACTICING PACKING A WOUND.
STUDENTS PRACTICING INTUBATING A DUMMY
LCWM has partnered with A+ Driving School to offer Behind-the-Wheel to LCWM students who have completed the classroom portion through our community education. If you are interested in this opportunity, please reach out to Logan Manska @ lmanska@isd2071.org.
22 days ago, LCWM
Do you need a flexible job where you can choose your own schedule? A+ Driving School is looking for behind the wheel instructors. Yes, I know, it sounds scary. But wait, it's actually fun, flexible, and a great fit for almost everyone... You'll get a company car. Pay range $20 per hour to start. You set your own schedule. Up to 40 hours a week if you want. Requirements: Must be at least 21 years old Have held a drivers license for at least 5 years Clean Driving Record (No DWI's) Ability to pass an FBI and BCA background check Ability to pass a written and road driving exam
For the second time in his first three seasons, Tony Parsons has been named the Section 2AA Softball Coach of the year. Parsons led the Knights to a storybook season finishing 27-0 with a thrilling 3-2 State Championship victory over Visitation Saturday at Jane Sage Cowles Field on the Campus of the University of Minnesota. Parsons has a career record of 75-7 after this year's 27 straight wins. The award was voted on by the Section 2AA coaches.The Knights have reached the state tournament in Parsons first three seasons as head coach. Parsons was also 2AA Coach of the year in 2024.
22 days ago, LCWM
Coach holding up finger signaling "1" with hand on his chest. Looking towards a batter.
The LCWM-Nicollet Track & Field Team had several entrants in the State Track and Field Meet held Thursday and Friday at STMA HS. On day one, junior Levi Freyberg won the pole vault clearing a school record 15’0” while junior teammate Jacob Miller sailed over 13’0” to finish 8th. Senior Drew Turgeon put the shot a school record 58’1” for a second place finish and junior Braxton Dudgeon finished 9th in the triple jump with a mark of 42’9.25”. Aidan Moeller ran his personal best time in the 300m intermediate hurdles of 40.62 missing the finals by one place as he finished 10th of the 19 qualifiers. The 4x400 meter relay team of Riddick Schubbe, Moeller, Dudgeon and Izaak Rodman ran a 3:27.44 advancing to the day 2 finals. On day 2 The Knight-Raiders Willow Casey competed as the lone qualifier for the girls. She finished 12th of 20 with a mark of 35’8.5” in the shot put. Turgeon began day 2 with another second place finish throwing 179’8” in discus. Long jumpers Dudgeon (20’3.25”) and Schubbe (18’9”) placed 14th and 24th of 26 entrants. Schubbe, Moeller, Dudgeon and Rodman set a school record of 3:25.06 for 8th place in the 4x400m relay breaking the 36 year old record from the 1990 State Champion Team. 3:26.05 was the previous record time run by Chad Wiens, Jason Wallace, Trevor Hohenstein and Justin Alonzo. That group won the 4x400m relay at State that year and finished with 44 points to runner-up St. Peter who had 30. This year’s team finished 7th in the team scoring. Top ten teams: 1) Cotter/Hope Lutheran 92 2) Osakis 52 3) Triton 50 4) Minneapolis North Community School 39 4) Maple River 39 6) Holdingford 38.50 7) LCWM-Nicollet 37 8) Sauk Centre 35 9) United Clay-Becker 34 10) Morris Area/Chokio-Albert 28
22 days ago, LCWM
Willow casey throwing shot put
Levi Freyberg, Jackson Nesmoe and Jacob Miller standing in front of a MSHSL banner with medals on smiling at the camera.
Competitors standing on the podium during an awards ceremony.
Drew Turgeon throwing discus.
4x4 standing on a podium with medals on smiling at the camera.
handing off a baton in the 4x4 race.
Drew Turgeon standing on the podium after getting his second place medal.

***UPDATE***

Unfortunately, there wasn't enough interest so it will not be running.

The District will offer a fan bus for those of you who'd like to attend the game and not have to worry about driving for $20/person. Please arrive at 12:00 pm so ticket purchase verification can be completed prior to the 12:30 pm departure!

You must sign up by 3:00 pm TODAY!! Please note if there is not enough interest it will not go. Please see the attached flyer for all the details!

Buy Tickets Here: https://gophersports.evenue.net/promotions/event/M25/HSSB-2/HSSB26-2
Sign Up Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1vj1Iifa4iyUL2D8Vum_YU_nZCSt4fEYSwPPBilLJKQo/edit?ts=6a20562c
Call the High School office with any questions: 507-726-2110

28 days ago, LCWM
Cancelled due to lack of interest. Fan Bus Grades 7-12 and adults Students 6th grade or younger must have a parent go with. Departure Time: 12:00 PM Departure Location: LCWM Secondary School Student Parking Lot Estimated Return Time: 7:00 PM Return Location: LCWM Secondary School Student Parking Lot Cost: $20 You must show the MSHSL softball ticket to get on the bus. All tickets must be purchased online in advance of the game. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS Deadline to Sign-Up is: Thursday, June 4th at 3:00 PM Payment is due when you get on the bus. Cash or Checks made payable to LCWM. Tickets All tickets must be purchased online in advance of the game. https://www.mshsl.org/tickets Please fill out the Softball Fan Bus Sign-up or call the high school office at 507-726-2323

These are some exciting times for our LCWM Athletes!!

Today we have EIGHT team members competing in eight different events at the STATE track and field competition at St. Michael Albertville!!

If you are attending, here is the link for tickets 👇🏼
https://gofan.co/event/6511665

Live results 👇🏼
https://results.wayzatatiming.com/meets/74652

These are the results from the Section meet that was held last weekend for our state advancers:
300 IH: 1st Moeller, 40.77 (state qualifier)
4x400: 1st Schubbe, Moeller, Dudgeon, Rodman, 3:31.50 (state qualifier)
Shot Put: 1st Turgeon, 56’11.5 (state qualifier and school record)
Discus: 1st Turgeon, 181’1 (state qualifier and school record)
Long Jump: 2nd Dudgeon, 21’4 (state qualifier); 4th Schubbe, 21’1.75 (state qualifier)
Triple Jump: 1st Dudgeon, 44’0.5 (state qualifier and school record)
Pole Vault: 1st Miller, 12’10 (state qualifier); 3rd Freyberg, 12’10 (state qualifier)
Shot Put: 1st Casey, 36’2 (state qualifier)

LET'S GO KNIGHTS!!

📷: Kari Paul & Ruth Klossner

28 days ago, LCWM
Boys standing in a link on a track holding up one finger like #1. Two boys are also holding a trophy.
Pole Vaulter, jumping over a bar.
Discus thrower, throwing a disc.
boy running and jumping over hurdles on a track.
Pole Vaulter, jumping over a bar.
two boys holding a trophy
boy landing in a sand pit after long jumping with sand spraying out from where he landed.
Willow throwing shot put
Knights win and advance to the state championship game on Friday at 3:00 pm at the Jane Sage Cowles Stadium at the University of Minnesota! To get your tickets, please follow the links on the MSHSL tickets page linked on the school website. Tickets are sold first come first serve! LCWM plays Visitation on Friday at 3:00pm at Jane Sage Cowles Field at the University of Minnesota (620 18th Avenue SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455). LCWM will be the home team. Ticket link: https://gophersports.evenue.net/promotions/HSSB26-2 You will need the Gopher App. Specific guidelines (different than Caswell) for spectators are attached, including parking info.
29 days ago, LCWM
girls celebrating on the ball field
The Knights win round one! They will play again tomorrow at 4:30 at Caswell and face St. Cloud Cathedral. Again, tickets must be purchased online!! Thank you to everyone who showed up today! Go Knights!
30 days ago, LCWM
softball team lined up in front of the bank behind a sign that says good luck LCWM softball
Mrs. Thorson's 10th grade health class presented their health projects this morning in the cafetorium. Projects ranged from lymphoma, eating disorders, diabetes and many others!
about 1 month ago, LCWM
health fair presentations
🥎State Softball Send Off 🥎
Around 12:15 the bus will leave from Abbott and make its way to MinnStar bank. Come out and wish the girls luck as they head to their 1st state game
about 1 month ago, LCWM
The softball team will be escorted through town before they head to Caswell Park tomorrow. Come out and show your support for the team! June 2 @ 12:15 pm. Beginning at Abbott Field ending near Minnstar bank.
The school website has been updated with the state softball information. 👕 State shirts 🎟️ Tickets 🎦 Live Streaming Info 🚗 Parking Info And more! Please go there for all of the information! https://www.isd2071.k12.mn.us/page/state-softball
about 1 month ago, LCWM
Please join us for a pep fest to celebrate the team at 8:30 on Monday morning!
about 1 month ago, LCWM
Pep Fest Flyer and Information Monday, June 1 @ 8:30 am @ the LCWM Secondary School.
Congratulations to our softball team for advancing to the state tournament that will be held next week, beginning Tuesday!!

As we have in the past when our teams compete at the state level, we encourage our students, staff, and community members to show their support. To accommodate those attending, there will be an early dismissal on Tuesday, June 2nd.

Elementary will dismiss at 12:30 PM
Secondary will dismiss at 12:40 PM

In addition, due to the uncertainty surrounding tournament scheduling and outcome of the game, the last day of school will now be Tuesday, June 2. This adjustment will help provide greater consistency and allow families and staff to plan accordingly. We understand this change may create challenges for some families and appreciate your flexibility and understanding. By communicating this information as early as possible, we hope it provides time to make any necessary arrangements.

Please visit the school webpage at https://www.isd2071.k12.mn.us/page/state-softball for additional information. This page will be updated as information is available.

Again, we appreciate your flexibility this week and GO KNIGHTS!!


about 1 month ago, LCWM
Girls holding section tournament trophy celebrating.
Team lined up in two rows holding trophy.
The annual senior sunset was held last night on the LCWM football field. Students got together and shared some tears, some laughs and lots of memories.
about 1 month ago, LCWM
Group of seniors standing in front of the sunset near the football field.

It was a bit chilly and wet but the 4th, 5th and 6th graders still competed in their annual track and field day this afternoon!

about 1 month ago, LCWM
Student running hurdles
Girl doing the running long jump, mid air.
student doing the softball throw.
Four high school girls, posing and smiling for the camera.
girl doing the running long jump. Mid air jump.
Boy doing the running long jump. Mid air jump.
girl doing the running long jump. Mid air jump.
boy doing the running long jump. Mid air jump.
Boy running down the track with others on his heels, chasing him down.
student doing the high jump.
Fifth graders visited the high school this afternoon for a fun and informative look at what awaits them next year! Students enjoyed lunch, toured the building, and learned more about what a typical day in middle school will look like. Members of Hope Squad eagerly guided them through the school, sharing exciting opportunities, activities, and experiences they can look forward to in the year ahead.
about 1 month ago, LCWM
Students walking down and looking into classrooms.
Students walking down and looking into classrooms.
Students walking down and looking into classrooms.
two students, one older, one younger standing by the lockers smiling at the camera.
students in library.
students walking down the hall.
student and teacher standing in classroom door smiling.
Students walking down and looking into classrooms.
students walking down hall and looking into classrooms.
students walking down hall and looking into classrooms.