ABW Families -
Please view the attached letter with some reminders on close contact quarantines and masking on school transportation -
https://5il.co/z6ua
We have been having so much fun the past two days at Ada-Borup-West Elementary! Here’s to a new adventure!
We will be sticking with our one way road on the north side of the school building during the school day. We have, however, added a "drop-off lane." The drop-off lane will start on the north-west side of the building with the flow of traffic being from west to east. The expectations of the drop-off lane are that it is only used to drop off or pick up students, meaning that we ask you to remain in your vehicle and not leave it unattended. If you wish to accompany your child in or enter the building to pick up your child, you will need to park your car in the visitor's parking just to the north of the drop-off lane.
Bikes racks will now be housed on the north-side of the building as well.
Please see the attached maps for information on where to park bikes and how to use the drop-off and pick-up lane.
Good Afternoon -
Please see the attached letter to see what policies & procedures the school will be following to start the year in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic.
https://5il.co/xo56
The Ada Lions calendars for 2021-2022 have arrived. You can pick your calendar up at any of the three banks in Ada, or at the Ada-Borup High School office. Checks payable to the Ada Lions for $10.00. Thanks for your support.
Ada-Borup would like to give a thank you to Lee Bros for all they do for the school! They are the recipient of this year's friend of education award!
There will be free meals offered at the school throughout the summer for kids 18 and under. Please see the attached flyer and sign up in advance using this link -
shorturl.at/egTX3
Good Evening,
Governor Walz will be signing an executive order to lift the statewide mask mandate tomorrow.
Tonight MDE provided information that masks will still be required in schools and on school buses for the remainder of the school year. With this information, masks will continue to be required to be worn in our school building and buses through May 28.
The Ada-Borup Summer Recreation Registration Form is going home with students today. It is also located in the link below.
Additional information will be coming out about Summer School Programming and Dance/Gymnastics Camps in the days ahead.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/17n2Xx6b5kwKU-ZzqA9DtvMGvnZmbMPth/view?usp=sharing
Please view the attached letter in regards to updated Wednesday programming starting on March 31 -
https://5il.co/qpp2
Reminder: Friday, March 19th is a half day. Students will be released at 12:30PM
Today is bus driver appreciation day! We would like to thank our bus drivers for starting our students day in a positive way and for getting them safely to and from school!
Feb 22-26 is School Board recognition week. We would like to thank all of our board members for their hard work and dedication that has given our students a great opportunity to succeed!
SUBSTITUTES WANTED!!
Are you interested in becoming a paraprofessional substitute or a certified teacher substitute?
Ada-Borup School District is looking for both!
Qualifications for becoming a Paraprofessional Substitute:
Be at least 18 years of age
Have a High School Diploma or GED
Undergo a full criminal background check
Qualifications for becoming a Certified Teaching Substitute:
Have a four-year degree/Bachelors Degree (in any field)
Be able obtain a short-call license from the Minnesota Department of Education
Undergo a full criminal background check
High School students at Ada-Borup will be returning to in-person learning for all on January 25. Please view the link below for more details -
https://5il.co/onrw
Due to the icy road conditions school and buses will be two hours late tomorrow, Friday January 15
Reminder that 7-12th graders will return to Hybrid Learning on Jan 4th. The Gray Group is in person & Red Group is distance learning this week. PreK-6th will all be in person. Wednesdays will continue to be distance learning for all PreK-12th grade students. Happy New Year!
Just a reminder that the Ada-Borup School District will be on Christmas Break from December 24th through January 1st. We look forward to seeing everyone on January 4th! Happy Holidays!
Due to the forecasted weather for tomorrow, Wednesday Dec 23, there will be no food program availability. This includes all pick up locations.
There will also be no students in the school building and all students will learn from home.
Thank you West Main Pizza for the AMAZING lunches this week. We are truly lucky to have such a supportive community!
Pandemic-EBT Benefits for Families
Students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals may be eligible for Pandemic-Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) to purchase food for days they are not in the school building. To be considered, households must submit an application for free or reduced-price meals for the 2020-2021 school year or be approved for Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. Families who received P-EBT benefits last summer are NOT automatically eligible; eligibility is based on the current school year. Benefits may be retroactive to September 2020, depending on when eligibility for free or reduced-price meals is determined. To ensure you qualify for the most benefits, please submit your application as soon as possible.
If you have received an approval letter for free or reduced-price school meals, please DO NOT complete another application.
To apply, simply go to LunchApplication.com and click “Apply Now”.
The CDC and MDH have updated their guidelines for quarantines after a COVID-19 exposure. Please see the attached letter from our School nurse explaining the changes. The school will begin implementing the changes after the Christmas break
https://5il.co/ntvu - Nurse Letter
https://5il.co/ntvt - Attachment
A limited number of 6th grade coupon books are for sale for $10 each. All proceeds go directly to the Ada-Borup 6th grade class. E-mail sandyg@ada.k12.mn.us to reserve a book and schedule a pick-up time.
Just a reminder, all Ada-Borup School District Students will be distance learning tomorrow (PreK-12). This will occur every Wednesday for the near future.
If you have signed up for distance-learning meals, the following is the site schedule for pick up. **Please note that meals must be requested by 3:00pm on the Tuesday prior to the Wednesday Distance Learning day.
There will be 5 pick-up locations available for the meal program on Wednesdays. Below is a list of locations and pick up times:
Ada, MN
● Ada-Borup School concessions stand: 12:00-12:30pm
● St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Parking Lot: 11:15-11:45am
Borup, MN
● Fire Hall Parking Lot: 12:00-12:30pm
Halstad, MN
● Halstad Living Center Parking Lot: 11:30-12:00pm
Hendrum, MN
● Immanuel Lutheran Church: 12:15-12:45pm
**Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday meals will only be available at the Ada-Borup concession stand from 12:00pm-12:30pm.**
Alayna Wagner was named Teacher of the Year for Ada-Borup School District. In presenting her with the award, Education Minnesota Ada-Borup representative, Jordan Johnson, noted that “Alayna is committed to the success of her students. She will take whatever time necessary to put her student’s at ease in her classroom and reach each student and ensure they are ready to learn every day. She will review, modify, and reassess daily to ensure that her students are successful. She has a kindness to her smile and always has a laugh for you.”
Please see the attached letter about Wednesday's becoming an at home learning day for all grades beginning December 2.
https://5il.co/nc7b
Ada-Borup Elementary Families -
A reminder that students will return to in-person learning beginning on Monday November 16.
There may be times again where we need to switch back to a short term distance learning model, and unfortunately these changes can happen quickly based on information we are provided with at the school.
We look forward to having our students back in the building!
Reminder to families that conferences for all AB students is Thursday, Nov 5th after school until 7:00pm. In addition, Elementary will have a second day of conferences on Nov 10th. Conferences will be virtual or over the phone. If you haven't scheduled a time yet and would still like to, please reach out to the student's teacher. Quarter 1 ends Friday, Nov 6th. Students will be dismissed at 12:30pm for in person and virtual learners.
Ada-Borup Families -
Please see the attached letter on the Ada-Borup elementary (prek-5) needing to switch to a short term distance learning model due to COVID-19 related staffing constraints. Distance learning will begin on Wednesday Nov 4 and continue through Friday November 13. The plan is to resume in-person learning on Monday November 16
https://5il.co/moxy
Ada-Borup Families -
Please see the attached letter for some updates in our 7-12 hybrid learning plans as well as what to expect moving forward when looking at learning models.
https://5il.co/mn9m
Ada-Borup School Community -
We have been notified that we have had our first lab confirmed positive case of COVID-19 while the individual was symptomatic in the school building. Please see the link below for more information.
In the future there will not be a notification of positive cases, only close contacts will be notified.
https://5il.co/mmd2
As we prepare to enter the winter season, I want to remind everyone of the E-learning day plan that was approved by the school board this past summer. In the event there is inclement weather, an e-learning day can be declared and counted as a student contact day. Please view the full E-learning day plan here:
https://5il.co/ibf0
Just a reminder, Ada-Borup Public Schools will be dismissing at 12:30pm today for teacher workshops. There will not be school Thursday, October 15th or Friday, October 16th for MEA. Have a great weekend and go Cougars!
Ada-Borup Families -
Please view the attached letter describing the district change in learning models for the 7-12 grade students -
https://5il.co/m24x
The hybrid model will go into effect on Monday October 19. The Hybrid calendar can be found here - https://5il.co/jpyv
We love “Friday Night Lights!” Roll Cougars!
Today is Picture Day at Ada-Borup Public Schools. Caulfield’s will be set up in the High School gym to take school photos of students in kindergarten through 12th grade. Distance learners will be able to participate at 7:45am. Please have your picture forms filled out and ready to go. Please note, we will not be able to accommodate preschool photos this year.
Note from Ada-Borup School District’s Administration and Health Care Office Staff:
If your child has been sent home or has stayed at home due to the MDH COVID-19 Decision Tree, your child WILL NOT be picked up with school transportation or allowed back at school until written documentation is received in the health office stating that the child is negative for COVID-19, has been diagnosed with an alternative illness, or has complied with the mandated quarantine time. Once documentation is reviewed, the Ada-Borup Health Care Staff will contact you to let you know when the child may return.
Please follow the attached link to review the MDH COVID-19 Decision Tree:
https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/exguide.pdf
Please see the attached letter on how the Ada-Borup schools will determine when to switch between learning models, health screening expectations and how we will use the MDH decision tree to evaluate students
https://5il.co/kxe1
Ada-Borup families - Please see the attached letter on the latest USDA memo regarding the school lunch program and the how it will potentially impact the Ada-Borup food program
https://5il.co/kkb7
The Ada-Borup Virtual Open House is tonight from 5:00pm-7:00pm. Please follow the link below to view the list of teachers in order to join them virtually in Google Meets. Families can access the updated student schedules using ParentVue or StudentVue.
High School: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1RA0u64LL9XpMo_4u0ldnxoASik5V3mCSdtM7T_2gorI/edit?usp=sharing
The Ada-Borup School has released the 2020-21 return to school guidelines for all 3 learning models.
A full copy of the guidelines can be found here: https://5il.co/jvyn
A summary of the guidelines can be found here: https://5il.co/jvz0
Ada-Borup Parents:
See the attached letter for a few notes on how the Ada-Borup food service program will be operating this year. Also a reminder to please fill our your free and reduced lunch applications!
https://5il.co/jqd7
Please use the link below to find out the current return to school plans for Ada-Borup. While in-person learning for all students is the current model, we will continue to monitor local case counts to ensure this model remains feasible closer to the start of the year.
https://5il.co/je31
Please follow the link below to see where the Ada-Borup School district is at in regards to return to school planning, and how the Governor's decision to allow local control for re-opening will be determined
https://5il.co/ix74
Contact Aimee Eggen at the Norman County Salvation Army Service Unit with any questions.
The Ada-Borup School would like your input on the three proposed scenarios, from MDH & MDH, for returning to school this fall. Please fill out the survey below. Your input will help us as we continue to develop our return to school plans. Thank you!
https://rb.gy/sxwwmu
The Valley Food Shelf will be doing a protein food box distribution tomorrow at the Norman County Fairgrounds.
The Ada-Borup school now has an online from to fill out for free and reduced lunch applications! Check out this letter on the process: https://5il.co/i82v
We ask that all families please take the time to fill out the online form as a schools free and reduced lunch percentage can have a direct impact on grant opportunities, federal & state funding, and MSHSL classification. If you would like to go directly to the website it is: https://www.lunchapplication.com/
The 2020-21 Ada-Borup District Calendar has been approved by the school board. https://5il.co/ht8h
Sign up for the Ada-Borup West Cross Country Team fundraiser: 2020 “Beet” Your Goal Virtual 5k
https://bit.ly/beetvirtual5k
The 2020 graduation commencement ceremony will begin at 2:00 PM tomorrow for seniors and their families.
To watch the event please follow this link
https://youtu.be/Vv_RQJfYZPw
It will also be live on KRJB 106.5 fm
Here is the link to the virtual program
https://5il.co/gf6r
If you are wanting to participate in the Ada-Borup Meal Program for next week, please contact the office to sign up by 3:00pm today. We will only have meals on Tuesday-Thursday. Thursday will be the final day for meals.
Reminder: Ada-Borup Buses will be out tomorrow to pick up all school materials. Please have items labeled and in a strong bag or box.
Individual graduation boxes will not be open to the public this year. Community members are encouraged to drop off graduation cards in the High School office this week. Cards can also be mailed to the school, directed to a specific student. Families are reminded that school will be following a normal bus route for materials to be picked up this Friday,May 22nd and next Wednesday, May 27th. Please label all materials with the student's name and place in a sturdy box or strong bags. Families are encouraged to drop off materials in Door 13 from 8am until 3pm each day this week and Tuesday through Thursday of next week.
For information about the end of year procedures and equipment/material returns, please view the link below:
https://5il.co/g6n8
KVRR interviewed Richard Tuttle: Ada-Borup Band Teacher And Students Put Together Graduation Song For Seniors.
https://www.kvrr.com/2020/05/15/ada-borup-band-teacher-and-students-puts-together-graduation-song-for-seniors/
Cap and Gown pick up is Friday, May 8th from 9-11am. Please contact Mrs.Spilde if the graduate would like brunch on Friday. If you signed up to receive a Senior Yard Sign, the Booster Club will have them available during this time as well.
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to all of our amazing teachers! We are so grateful to have you in our lives. Your commitment and passion for our students is apparent every day.
Reminder: Ada-Borup’s weekly material delivery and pick up will be done this week on Tuesday, May 5th, instead of Monday, May 4th. Meal service and child care will still go on as normal on Monday, May 4th.
Governor Walz announced today that distance learning will remain in effect throughout the remainder of the school year. Please see the link below for a message from the Ada-Borup Schools -
https://5il.co/fhpz
Due to the current status of our State and the closure of some businesses, we are officially postponing the 6th Grade Trip. Our goal is to reschedule the event in the late summer or fall of this year. We all know the 6th graders and their families worked extremely hard to fund raise for this event, so we'll do whatever we can when given guidance from Governor Walz. We'll update you on the status of the trip when appropriate.
Happy Administrative Professional's Day to our hardworking office staff. Thank you Merilee, Margaret, and Sandy!
The Ada-Borup Prom will be postponed from May 2nd to May 16th. We will continue to follow the District Calendar, so no school on April 10th or 13th. Graduation is still set for May 23rd. These are subject to change per State Mandate.
Because of this Covid-19 issue, manufacturers and suppliers have had their schedules and supply chains turned on their head. One such manufacturer is Dean Foods, our milk supplier. Due to staffing issues caused by "social distancing", Dean Foods is only able to produce chocolate 1% and white 1%. As a result, students may not be able to choose the flavor they want, but they WILL have milk.
Ada-Borup School District Updates:
You can view the Ada-Borup Distance Learning Plan at https://go.aws/3dyae5M
If you would like to continue/or be added on the Ada-Borup Student Meal Program, please contact the High School or Elementary Office 218-784-5300/218-784-5303
If your child is enrolled in the Emergency Workers Child Care Program, please contact the Elementary Office to schedule for next week 218-784-5303.
Take care!
The Ada-Borup School District distance learning plan is available here - https://5il.co/e6i9
It can also be viewed on the school website. Just a reminder that distance learning will go into effect starting Monday, March 30.
Governor Walz has aturhoized distance learning to go into effect starting Monday March 30. This will currently last through April 30 and the situation will be re-evaluated. Please see the news briefing here:
https://5il.co/e5uq
Please see the attached letter from our school social workers and counseling staff. There is a lot of good information for parents to utilize.
https://5il.co/dxtw
Any families without internet at home and worried about a possible extended school closure should view the attached documents. Both Arvig and Halstad Telehpone Company will be offering free internet to students
https://5il.co/dv9x
https://5il.co/dv9y
Please follow this link to see the process the school will be using to deliver breakfast and lunch during the school closure
https://5il.co/dt27
All updates are also available on the COVID-19 page on the wesbite
https://www.ada.k12.mn.us/covid-19-information--34
Families who are in the medial or health care field or are considered emergency staff and are in need of childcare services during the school closure, please see the attached document.
This will be going home with students and is on the school website.
https://5il.co/drz0
Due to the recent announcement, Cougar Pack will be suspended until further notice. In addition, Ada-Borup Preschool’s “Muffins with Mom” and all ECFE programming and family events are cancelled.
There will be a statewide school closure beginning 3-18 and currently lasting through 3-27. There will be school at Ada-Borup on Monday and Tuesday this week. Please follow the website for the most up to date information. More information to come
https://tinyurl.com/rgyh7qw
Please read the article to see the process the school is following in relation to COVID-19 (novel coronavirus).
https://thrillshare.com/s/news-ada-borup-school-district/articles/covid-19-information-ada-borup-school-district
The Speech competition in Perham for tomorrow has been cancelled. Also the 3rd-6th grade volleyball practice scheduled for Sunday has been cancelled.
The Minnesota State High School League is immediately cancelling all Boys Section and State Basketball Tournaments
Please visit mshsl.org for the full press release
Here is additional information on who will be allowed to attend the BBB game tomorrow night -
Only immediate family of team members allowed. This includes parents/guardian, siblings and grand parents. Nobody else from the public will be allowed to attend
Please see the attached memo from the MSHSL regarding their State and Section tournaments. We will keep you updated as more information becomes available about tomorrow nights BBB section championship
https://tinyurl.com/ryr9crn
The Ada-Borup band and choir students competed at ensembles on Monday, March 9th. Band earned 6 Superior ratings and 8 excellent ratings. Choir earned 8 Superior ratings and 6 Excellent ratings. Nicely done!!
Boys Basketball Section 8A FINAL Ada-Borup/West 53 Fertile-Beltrami 45. Congratulations!! Go Cougars!
Ada-Borup Elementary Conferences will be held Thursday, Feb. 27 and Monday, March 2nd from 3:15-7:00 pm (no Cougar Pack on these dates).
Ada-Borup West High School Conferences will be held Monday, March 2nd from 3:30-7:00 pm.
Today has been declared "School bus driver appreciation day" in the state of MN by Governor Walz. Ada-Borup schools appreciates all that our bus drivers do on a daily basis! Thank you for all that you do for our students!
Due to technical difficulties, the National Anthem could not be played last Thursday. The Cougar boys basketball team stepped up and sang it for the crowd. https://youtu.be/H-ckTmswsY4
Friendly reminder for 6th graders: all unsold chocolate and money from chocolate sales must be turned in to Principal Carlson tomorrow, February 18th. He will be available before school and during study hall hours.
Reminders from Ada-Borup School District:
Thursday, February 13th: No Cougar Pack after school
Friday, February 14th: No School
Monday, February 17th: No School
The fans at tonight’s basketball game had some great halftime entertainment as the BAS Dancers performed for the crowd.
Congrats to the Cougar Seniors tonight on a tremendous season so far and good luck with remainder of the 2019-20 boys basketball season!
The Ada-Borup District Spelling Bee has begun in the High School auditorium. Good luck to all the finalists!
With the winds and drifting snow, school buses will only travel where possible after school today Tuesday Jan 21. Buses will be unable to travel down many gravel roads. If you live down a gravel road and are able to do so please try meet the bus on the tar road.
Just reminder, there is no school at Ada-Borup Public Schools on Monday, January 20th. We will see you on Tuesday!
With some snow still coming down and higher winds today, snow removal at Ada-Borup school buildings will take place tomorrow. Please avoid the school today, even getting to the doors is a challenge.
Thank you
The Boys/Girls double header basketball game for tonight against NCE has been rescheduled to Monday, January 20th. JV games will begin at 4:30PM on Monday. The boys C Team tournament and youth Snowflake League, scheduled for Saturday, January 18th are canceled.
Congrats to senior Mason Miller on his 1,000th career rebound. The Cougars are taking on the Barnesville Trojans this evening. Go Cougars!!
The AB Public Schools are hosting a Junior High boys basketball tournament today. Come out to see some competitive youth basketball.
The Cougar basketball teams are hosting the LPA Raiders in a double header this evening. The girls tasted victory in game 1. The boys are hard at work to make it a sweep.
The Ada-Borup junior and senior high choir put on an amazing holiday performance on Thursday.
Just a reminder: Ada-Borup School District will be dismissing at 12:30 pm on Friday, December 20th. Happy Holidays!
LAST CHANCE to sign up for the Gingerbread House Class!! Only 3 spots available. Signup ends at 3:30pm today. Cost is $20 and runs 10-11:30am on Saturday, December 14th in the FACS room. Contact Mr. Carlson 784-5300 if you have questions.
The Ada-Borup December Newsletter is up and ready! Take a look at all of the happenings we have going on this month.
https://www.smore.com/wvqj5
The Ada-Borup 5th and 6th graders were able to learn about the dangers of vaping. It was a powerful message that we'll continue to present to our youth. Thank you Kim Myers and Tracy Johnson.
The Ada-Borup school district is always in need of qualified substitute teachers. If you are interested, please consider getting your subbing license.
Some Ada-Borup Sophomores were able to participate in a Leadership Seminar today. Presenter Craig Hillier had an awesome message for our students. They hope to share this message with the AB student body!
The Ada-Borup West Cougar Theater is hard at work rehearsing for their presentation of A Charlie Brown Christmas. Dec. 7th and 8th at the Ada-Borup Auditorium.
Please make sure that your child/children are bringing their bikes home each night. In order to efficiently clean the snow on the sidewalks, we need all bikes to be removed at night. Bikes that are left on Wednesday after school will be moved into the shed.
The Ada-Borup students raised $250 in our Hat Day/Gopher Gear Day today in support of Tom Melin. It’s a great start prior to the pasta bar/silent auction benefit tonight from 5-7pm in the commons.
Congratulations to Ada for winning "Town of the Week" on
KVRR. https://www.kvrr.com/2019/11/19/ada-mn-town-of-the-week-11-19-19/?fbclid=IwAR3eG8cndIdsIqnLNnmKQ-ECgWLGplndUvoXDwRUL4ymtiKLvbmB1pqLhWI
The Ada-Borup School District is accepting applications for a vacant school board seat. The position will run from Jan 1, 2020 through Dec 31, 2020. If interested please submit a letter of application to Aaron Cook stating your interest in the position.
acook@ada.k12.mn.us
The Ada Borup High School was proud to host the annual Veterans Day program. Thank you Devon Stahlboerger, Craig Larson, Ken Pazdernik, and Ollen Church for speaking to the 6th-12th grade students. Thanks to all Veterans for their service.
If you are interested in riding a CHARTER FAN BUS to Minneapolis on Saturday, please contact the high school office by noon on Wednesday. The cost is $35...plus bring money for your ticket to get in (Adults $16/Students $10) and food. Bus would leave Ada at 6AM and return to Ada after the game. All riders below 7th grade need a responsible adult rider. NEED 43 PEOPLE TO SIGN UP. Tickets can be purchased using the link below.
https://www.ticketmaster.com/Minnesota-State-High-School-Football-tickets/artist/1901057
Great day for some MSHSL State Quarter Final football! Go Cougars!
The school building bond has officially passed with a final vote of 290 yes and 278 No. The Ada-Borup Schools sincerely appreciates the support from the community for the addition that will have a great impact on our students!
Reminder: Due to the election, there will not be Cougar Pack today after school.
Congratulations to our 2019-2020 Teacher of the Year, Jordan Johnson.
There will be a Pep Fest this Thursday, Oct 31st at 8:45am in the AB High School Gym.We'll be supporting the Cougar Volleyball and Football teams prior to their upcoming section championship games.
The Ada-Borup School District will release early on Thursday Oct 31. Elementary will release at 2:15, High School at 2:19 and buses will run at 2:25. This gives all staff, students and families the opportunity to attend the section championship football game
4th-6th grade boys and girls Snowflake Basketbtall League begins Monday, October 21st. Sign up sheets
went home this week and are available via the following link. https://5il.co/atmj
Reminder: Ada-Borup School District will be dismissing at 12:30 pm today for teacher workshops. There will be no school on Thursday, October 17th, and Friday, October 18th, for MEA.
Magnitude Sports will be broadcasting both Ada-Borup West's JV and Varsity Volleyball games tonight.Tune in on your PC or mobile device by logging in to YouTube.com/ndsportschannel/live
The Cross Country meet scheduled for Monday, October 14th has been cancelled.
The Junior High Football game against Fertile for tonight has been canceled. Players will be practicing inside after school.
Due to the possible incoming weather, the Varsity Football game for this Friday has been moved to Wednesday, Oct 9th. Kickoff will be at 6:00pm.
A HUGE thank you to Mr. Marek's Shop/Construction Class for building these amazing benches for our elementary hallway. What a great improvement!
The FCCLA crew has been out checking on seat belt usage in our community. This is part of the FACTS (Families Acting For Community Traffic Safety), a national program. Thanks to this group for helping to keep everyone safe on the roads!
Today's Cross Country meet has changed locations from Warren to Perham. Students will leave at 1:15pm and the meet starts at 4:30pm.
Ada-Borup School District reminder: Tomorrow is picture day. Caulfield Studio will be taking student photos in the morning. Please have picture forms filled out and ready.
Ada Borup Community Education is happy to host Mariah Prussia for a self defense class on October 13th. Please use the contact info from the flyer to sign up or if you have questions.
Huge congrats to Mr.Marek and Mrs.Savage on receiving a $10,000 Bayer grant through the support of our local farmers. This money will help support our welding program!!
The JV Football game vs Polk County West scheduled for tonight has been cancelled.
Junior High Volleyball practice for today has been cancelled. The bus for JH Volleyball tomorrow morning leaves at 7:50am for Glyndon.
Looking for information on the upcoming building bond referendum election? Check out the news section of the Ada-Borup School Website https://www.ada.k12.mn.us/article/138250?org=ada-borup-school-district
Click here for more information on Property Tax Impact: https://levyinfo.com/LevyInfo/ISD2854_2019.php
UND Professor Frank White educated the Ada Borup High School students on the dangers of vaping this Wednesday morning. A huge Thank You to the AB Booster Club for providing the support to bring Mr.White to our school.
Winter Coats
The Ada-Borup School District has over 50 new winter coats to give away to students in need. The sizing is limited. Please contact Mrs. Sterton for more information at kriss@ada.k12.mn.us or 218-784-5300.
Winter Coats are donated by the Andrea Miller Foundation.
Join the Pack!
Ada-Borup After School Program, Cougar Pack, will be up and running soon!
Please follow the attached link to get the enrollment paperwork and handbook.
https://bit.ly/2k3IHSR
The Ag 1 students learned about soil profiles this week & created their own edible soils today!
Announcement from Ada-Borup Transportation Director: Bus # 1 (Elyse Fassino) and Bus #5 (Karen Wagner) have slight schedule changes. Please check the website or contact Shawn Roux (218-784-5311) for the updated schedule. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdeMYQkvGdixrTmDTOXJWUFH6YY8D42f4toglSr4bDt9Y-ICQ/viewform
The Ada-Borup State Appearance sign is up! Thank you to Kenley Wahlin, Jeremy Peterson and Tyler Visser for your hard work and the Booster Club for your financial support!
Come on out and visit the PTC table at the Ada-Borup Elementary School Open House on Wednesday, August 28th from 5 to 7. They will be selling socks and decals as a fundraiser to support the elementary.
Socks $15.00
Car Decals $5.00
Ada-Borup Elementary and High School "Back to School Open House" will be on Wednesday, August 28th from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. 6th grade orientation will be held at 6:00 pm in the auditorium. Come on out at meet the teachers!
Ada-Borup Booster Club Chrysler Pacifica Cars 4 Classrooms Fundraiser:
Kelly's Chrysler Center, Inc. would like to invite everyone to join us this Wednesday for the Chrysler Pacifica Cars 4 Classrooms event being put on by the Ada-Borup Booster Club! The event will be from 4-8 PM at the Ada-Borup Public School with the opportunity to help raise up to $3,000!!!
The football team enjoyed a little yoga today during practice. #gocougars!
Be on the look out for a Fall Musical special announcement. Show details and dates for auditions will be coming out next week. Psssst, it is a good one! There is hint in the attached photos :-)
Almost 60 elementary students participated in the Ada-Borup Youth Football Camp over the last two days. Thank you to the coaches and Ada-Borup West football players for putting on a great camp!
Due to the rain, Ada-Borup Youth football Camp will be in the gyms tonight. Bring gym tennis shoes to wear.
It’s that time of year again, fall activities! Many parents, students, and coaches were in attendance tonight getting ready for the new school year! #gocougars
Ada Borup Choir students William Jacobson and Carmen Kemper rehearsing with the MN Mixed All State Choir for their concert at Skoglund Sports Complex on the campus of St. Olaf this Saturday at 10:30 AM. The concert is free and open to the public. The Mixed Choir conductor this year is Dr. Jo Ann Miller.
It was great having students back in the building last week for STEM Camp. Thank you to Ms. Bowling and Ms. Pearson for all of your hard work preparing this great experience. #handsonlearning
Just a friendly reminder that all student athletes must have a sports physical on file with AB HS in order to participate in sports this school year. Physicals need to be renewed every 3 years (typically 7th and 10th graders need renewals)
The Ada-Borup Elementary Fall 2019 School Supply List is up on the website. http://adaborupmn.apptegy.us/o/ada-borup-elementary-school/browse/33372
The Salvation Army's Backpack and Supplies Program is now taking applications. Please contact Aimee for more information at (218)784-5427.
Ada-Borup FCCLA rocked at nationals...full Minnesota delegation picture, Piper earned Gold in Chapter Service Display Jr. with her “Blankets for the Homeless” project; Charlee earned Gold in Recycle and Redesign Jr. with “Re-Tees”; Kindlee earned Gold in Focus on Children Jr. with her “Uncomfortable to be Comfortable” project; Rachel, Lillian and Lauren earned Gold in Focus on Children Sr. with their project “Be a Buddy, not a Bully!” The Parliamentary Procedure team consisting of President Brianna, Vice President Nathan, Secretary Renae, Treasurer Lia and Chapter member Karah earned Silver! Congratulations to all of you; you all should be proud of your accomplishments!
Reminder: No Class for Pre-K Classes on Monday, May 6th, due to Pre-School Screening.
Ada-Borup Track and Field Day start will be delayed by 1 hour due to an incoming rain system. We will now start at 9:40 am. Again, Track and Field Day will start at 9:40 am instead of 8:40 am this morning.
Ada-Borup School is closed today, Friday, April 12. Please stay off safe and off the roads.
Ada-Borup Schools will operate under a two hour delay tomorrow, Friday, April 12, 2019 due to the inclement weather conditions. We will reevaluate in the morning to gauge road conditions. To reiterate, Ada-Borup will be two hours late tomorrow. Thank you.
Thank you to the Ada-Borup Booster Club for the donation of new whiteboard tables and surf desks for our elementary. Your support means so much to us!
Due to the impending weather system, Ada-Borup Schools will release at 11:30 AM today, Thursday, April 11, 2019. With full ditches, we wish to ensure safe passage for our buses and students. To reiterate, Ada-Borup will dismiss at 11:30 AM today.
The Ada-Borup Elementary Spring Program for grades
K-2 scheduled for tonight has been postponed. The program is rescheduled for Monday, April 15th at 7:00 pm.
The Ada-Borup FFA chapter will be hosting their annual Pork Dinner on Sunday, April 9th from 11:00am to 1:00pm in the high school commons.
Join us for: Pork Loin, Mashed Potatoes, Pork Gravy, Vegetable, and Dinner Rolls with White Chocolate Raspberry Cake for dessert!
Look at all of these amazing 15 minute raffle prizes. Come on out for a fun time at the Ada-Borup PTC Carnival and Craft Market. Saturday at 9:00 am.
5th grade students in Mr. Ruebke’s class are using Adobe Spark to create a digital presentation on important people from the Revolutionary War.
Ada-Borup Elementary Craft Market and Carnival
A lot of new prizes are showing up in the display cases for the Ada-Borup Craft Market and Carnival. Come on out for a fun family day on Saturday, April 6th from 9:00 am - 1:30 pm.
Ada-Borup Schools will dismiss at 2:00 today, March 13, 2019 due to the incoming weather and to remove additional snow load from portions of the roof. Buses will run at 2:00 PM today.
Excitement is in the Air!
Good Luck to our Ada-Borup Girls Basketball Team as they travel to meet Heritage Christian Academy at 1:00 p.m. tomorrow in the Twin Cities.
Best of Luck to our Ada-Borup Boys Basketball Team as they play for the Section 8A Championship on Friday at 7:00 p.m. in Thief River Falls.
If you are traveling to the games, stay safe and cheer on our kids, but if you are staying home don’t forget to tune into KRJB – the next best thing to being there!
Yesterday at Cougar Pack, Mrs. (Patty) Johnson's 2nd grade crew built a snowman and snow-woman to share a little message for the Cougar basketball teams!
Ada-Borup extended school days will start Tuesday, March 5th, and will end on Friday, March 29th. School will dismiss at 3:40 pm.
Buses will travel on passable roads this morning.
Ada-Borup Schools will operate under a two hour delay tomorrow, Monday, February 25, 2019. To reiterate, Ada-Borup Schools will be two hours late tomorrow.
Just a reminder... tomorrow is “Character Day” in the elementary. Dress as your favorite book character!
Ada-Borup Public Schools' School Make-up Plan:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1vdebKz1rdTTZULfv9OZZXO6ILK0JsmgW
Please check your email regarding the plan for the Ada-Borup School District school make-up days. If you did not receive an email please contact the school office.
Buses will run on plowed roads only this morning. If your road isn't plowed you are welcome to meet the bus at the tar.
Ada-Borup Schools will operate under a two hour delay tomorrow, Friday, February 8, 2019. We will evaluate additional action in the morning. To reiterate, Ada-Borup will be 2 hours late tomorrow.
Ada-Borup Schools will be CLOSED today, Thursday, February 7, 2019 due to the inclement weather. Stay warm and safe. To reiterate, Ada-Borup is CLOSED today.
Ada-Borup Schools will operate under a two hour delay tomorrow, Thursday, February 7, 2019. We will evaluate again in the morning to determine further potential action. To reiterate, Ada-Borup will be two hours late tomorrow.
Ada-Borup Schools will be CLOSED today due to the inclement weather. Please stay warm and safe. To reiterate, Ada-Borup Schools will be closed today, Monday, February 4, 2019.
Ada-Borup Schools will operate under a two hour delay tomorrow, Monday, February 4, 2019 due to the blowing snow. To reiterate, Ada-Borup will be two hours late tomorrow.
Ada-Borup Schools will operate under a 2 hour delay on Thursday, January 31, 2019. To reinterate, Ada-Borup will be 2 hours late tomorrow morning.
Ada-Borup Schools will be CLOSED tomorrow, Wednesday, January 30, 2019 due to the extreme temperatures. To reiterate, there will be NO School tomorrow.
Ada-Borup Schools will be CLOSED tomorrow, Tuesday, January 29, 2019 due to extreme cold. To reiterate, Ada-Borup Schools will be Closed tomorrow.
Ada-Borup Schools will be operating under a 2 hour delay Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday this week due to the extreme temperatures. We will be watching to determine the necessity of additional closure time. Please exercise extreme caution in these temperatures.
Ada-Borup Schools will operate under a 2 hour delay tomorrow, Monday, January 28, 2019 due to inclement weather. To reiterate, Ada-Borup will be 2 hours late tomorrow morning.
Buses will run today on roads that are clearly passable. Take your time coming in and be safe!
Ada-Borup Schools will operate under a 2 hour delay tomorrow, Thursday, January 24th, 2019 due to inclement weather. To reiterate, Ada-Borup Schools will be 2 hours late tomorrow.
Students in grades 5-8 participated in Ada -Borup West's District Spelling Bee today. Colby Syverson was crowned District Champion with Kadence Thom as the runner-up and Elementary Champion. Congratulations to all of our participants, you did a great job!
UND Honor Band, Choir, & Strings Festival!
Concordia College Honor Choir Participants!
Blessing Bag Movement by Catherine Nelson ... made over 100 blessing bags for the homeless today with the Ada-Borup Cougar Pack. Lesson included educating K-6 about the plight of the unfortunate folks without homes and how we can make their days a bit easier.
The Ada-Borup Food Service Staff does an amazing job of providing our students and staff with delicious and healthy lunch options every day. Thank you for all of your hard work to make our days that much better!
Ada-Borup Schools will be participating in a Pennies for Patients Campaign from January 7th - January 11th. All donations will be going to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Let's make an impact!
Ada-Borup Elementary had a "12 Days of Christmas" assembly this morning. The students were entertained by the teachers' vocal skills.
The Ada-Borup parking lot is very slippery. Please be very careful as you walk in the building today.
No Snowflake League Basketball Practice tonight (November 26). Please spread the word.
Ada-Borup West’s Cougar Theatre is working hard on their upcoming production of White Christmas. Shows will be December 1st and 2nd.
Ada-Borup Schools will operate under a two hour delay tomorrow, Friday, November 16. To reiterate, Ada-Borup will be two hours late on Friday due to the inclement weather. Drive safe!
REMINDER: No Cougar Pack on Tuesday, November 13th and Thursday, November 15th this week due to parent teacher conferences.
Congratulations to the 2018-2019 Ada-Borup Minnesota Honor Society!
Picture Re-Takes have been rescheduled for Tuesday, November 6 at 8:45 AM.
Identity: Election Edition is on my website at: https://sites.google.com/ada.k12.mn.us/dr-s-w-yates/election-special
Due to the success of our Cougar Volleyball team, we will be canceling school on Thursday and Friday to allow us to show our support at the State Tournament. To reiterate, there will be No School on Thursday or Friday this week.Go Cougars!
Thanks for a great season Cougars! Way to battle hard today. Proud of you!
Congratulations to our 2018-19 Ada-Borup Teacher of the Year, Kenley Wahlin!
We had lots of fall fun this past week!
Reminder: 12:30 dismissal tomorrow!
HS Football Playoff Edition of my Identity Posts available on my website at:
https://sites.google.com/ada.k12.mn.us/dr-s-w-yates/any-given-sunday
The FCCLA Carnival is full of games, fun, and a spooky haunted house!
Fun for all at the Halloween Carnival! Great job FCCLA!
Check out the World Series edition of my Identity posts on my website at: https://sites.google.com/ada.k12.mn.us/dr-s-w-yates/moneyball
Getting close to move in day!
Early Dismissal for Students today at 12:30 p.m
Today's Cross Country meet at Park Rapids has been cancelled due to course conditions.
Lockers and ceiling are in. One week away!
Supe's On at Pub 21 today!
These 4th graders from Mrs. Kaste's class came to share their opinion writing on the best candy. What's yours? Well done everyone!
Identity Post #5 - Catch Me If You Can
https://sites.google.com/ada.k12.mn.us/dr-s-w-yates/catch-me-if-you-can
We're getting closer! 10 Days Away from moving in! Carpet down, cabinets going in, looking good!
Mrs. Baker’s preschool students have been learning about the letter "F" and Fire safety. Children enjoyed making their own fire truck snacks, firefighter hats, and a pretend fire truck.
The Ada-Borup School District is in need of paraprofessionals in the elementary and high school for the 2018-19 school year. Interested applicants can stop by the Ada-Borup district office to pick up an application or visit the Ada-Borup School District website for an application.
Reminder: Ada-Borup Picture Day is Thursday, October 4th. If you do not have a picture order form, please pick up in the elementary or high school offices prior to the start of the school day.
Identity post 4 is on my website at https://sites.google.com/ada.k12.mn.us/dr-s-w-yates/good-will-hunting
Thank you to McCollum Hardware for the generous donation of sand paper for our shop. Smooth projects are on the horizon!
One week to an evening with the Wayne Luchau Band. Grab your tickets while you still can. Reserved seats available in the school office. Saturday, October 6 at 7:00 PM. See you then!
The Ada-Borup School District is looking to add a AM/PM Bus Route and is in need of a driver. Questions about the position can be directed to Transportation Director Shawn Roux at 218-784-5311 or shawnr@ada.k12.mn.us
Our Building Addition is progressing. We are on pace to move in over MEA in just 24 days! Check out the progress:
Today's JV football game @ NCE/UH has been cancelled due to wet field conditions.
Please spread the word.
The 3rd installment of our Identity posts are on my website at: https://sites.google.com/ada.k12.mn.us/dr-s-w-yates/harvey
Don't forget to stop by the Norman County Fairgrounds today until 7:00 PM for the Buick Test Drive Event. Come on out and help earn up to $10,000 for our Booster Club!
Community Ed Football Announcements for today for grades 3-6:
Grades 3 &4 Flag Football is cancelled for today and will be rescheduled for a future date.
Grades 5 & 6 Tackle Football is cancelled for today and rescheduled for tomorrow.
The second post for our theme of Identity is on my website at: https://sites.google.com/ada.k12.mn.us/dr-s-w-yates/saving-private-ryan?authuser=0
Homecoming Week begins Monday! Check out the link for more info on Dress-Up Days and Activities!
http://5il.co/4vjf
Come join me for Supe's On at West Main Pizza Friday from 11 to noon! Come find out some of the great things happening at Ada-Borup.
Don't forget to return your Free & Reduced Lunch forms to the office by Friday! Download the form from the Website under 'Quick Links.'
The new bus is on site and will be in service next week. Looking good!
Day One Assembly in the Elementary. What a fantastic start at Ada-Borup!
The new Website is LIVE! Check us out at www.ada.k12.mn.us and Download the Mobile App from Google Play or the Appstore.
Download our new Mobile App Today!
Back to School Night is busy for the Transportation Department!
6th Grade Orientation at Back to School Night 2018!
The Cougar football team added a game @ Braham on August 30 at 6PM. If you aren't able to make the trek, tune into 106.5 KRJB to listen live!
Ms. Hellquist is busy getting ready for her first class of kindergartners at Ada-Borup Elementary!
2018 Elementary Band Boot Camp
It's a great day at Ada-Borup School District!