If you have not turned in a physical to the office, remember to bring them with you to practice today. You cannot practice without a physical on file.
Parents as Teachers Alert: Join us for Art in the Park Play & Connect on Mon, Aug 17, 10:00–11:00 AM at Delphos Park! Free hands-on art activities for ages 0–5, snacks, and a take-home art kit for families. Wear play clothes and bring a blanket!
The Lionbackers Spirit Store is now open! It will remain open for the entire school year. If you want something before the first football game your order will need to be in by August 17th. Here is the link.
https://mtpprint.chipply.com/LIONBACKERS/store.html?eid=580864&action=viewall
USD 239 Staff Report back for duty on Thursday for the 26-27 School Year! Help welcome some new and returning professionals to North Ottawa County Public Schools! # LionPride!
Media Day for 2027 Seniors
Reminder:
Lion pride camp will be Monday (8/10), Wednesday (8/12), and Friday (8/14) from 3:30-4:15 on the football field!
All Jr. High and High School are welcome!
Fall Activities – First Day of Practice
Attention USD 239 Students and Parents:
Fall sports practices will begin on Monday, August 17.
Please report to your coach at the following times:
JH/HS Cross Country: 3:30 PM
HS Football: 3:30 PM
JH Football: 3:30 PM
HS Volleyball: 4:00 PM
JH Volleyball: 6:30 AM
We look forward to a great fall season. Go Lions!
Attention USD 239 Students and Parents:
Fall sports practices will begin on Monday, August 17.
Please report to your coach at the following times:
JH/HS Cross Country: 3:30 PM
HS Football: 3:30 PM
JH Football: 3:30 PM
HS Volleyball: 4:00 PM
JH Volleyball: 6:30 AM
We look forward to a great fall season. Go Lions!
Mandatory HS Football meeting (Monday, 8/10) at 4:15 in Coach Brubaker’s classroom for anyone interested in participating this upcoming fall.
We will go over the first few weeks of practice, get into our fundraiser, and get sizes for spirit pack, etc.
If you are unable to attend, please let Coach Galanski know before we meet Monday
Thank you!
USD 239 is hiring for the 26-27 school year. Check out our link to review current vacancies: https://tinyurl.com/45rut5mn.
Last day of summer weights will be tomorrow (Tuesday, 7/28) Had big increases in maxes today, looking forward to tomorrow!
There will be no High School Basketball games tonight at Tescott
HS Basketball will start at 7:45 Tuesday morning
HS Football Refresh Camp!
*make sure to bring helmets/cleats
Monday: 7:30-9:30am
Tuesday: 9:00-10:30am
Wednesday: @ Abilene for Thud Camp; starts at 9:00-11:30am
The Minneapolis Noon Lion's Club is in need of MJSHS Student Volunteers to help work their concession stand at the Ottawa County Fair, Tuesday, July 14th through Friday, July 17th. There are two available shifts: 5:00-7:00 p.m. and 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. If you are interested, please call 785-392-7417, or simply show up at their stand. #LionPride!
MHS Varsity VB players are having a great time bonding at WSU team camp! (We're playing lots of vb too!)
PS: If someone were to open a Dutch Bros in town, they'd make a killing on these girls!!!
Every school day counts!
To support our families in planning holidays and trips without disrupting their child's education, we’ve put together this handy Vacation Planner Graphic for the upcoming school year.
It highlights the best dates to schedule trips around school breaks, teacher professional development days, and long weekends.
To support our families in planning holidays and trips without disrupting their child's education, we’ve put together this handy Vacation Planner Graphic for the upcoming school year.
It highlights the best dates to schedule trips around school breaks, teacher professional development days, and long weekends.
Plan ahead! The 2026–2027 USD 239 School Year Calendar is now available for download. Keep track of all important start dates, holidays, and breaks.
Download your copy of the USD 239 2026-2027 Calendar at https://aptg.co/rxkf7F
Due to an unforeseen scheduling conflict, there will be no more open wrestling room this summer.
Have a Lion Pride 4th of July!
USD 239's Communication and Personal Electronic Device Policy will change on July 1 to ensure compliance with the new state law.
If you have any questions, please use the following link to record your information, and one of our staff members will reach out to you:
Questions Regarding USD 239's Communication and Personal Electronic Device Policy Update
