ISD 361 Foods and Nutrition

Mark Your Calendars for the ISD 361 26/27 school year Back-To-School Bash!

Watch for further details in July. Exciting announcements coming!

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Here is the Bronco 5k registration form but the pre-registration has to be handled differently this year. Please fill out the registration form completely including signatures and email it to [email protected] or take a picture of it and send it to Sheryl Hendrickson at 218-340-6079. We are not able to get into the school for form pick up or drop off due to construction. We have had trouble the past few years with mailed forms not getting to us in time so we are trying to do it this way. If you do not want a
t shirt you can wait and register on July 3rd from
5-7 PM at the track or the morning of the race starting at 7:15 AM.

School meals help students access nutrient-rich foods throughout the school year. But what about the summer? Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families has you covered! With the SUN Bucks program, families receive grocery benefits that can be used at local grocery stores, farmers markets, and other approved retailers. Find more information about Sun Bucks and see if you’re eligible here: dcyf.mn.gov/sun-bucks

Today is Pastries with Pals at Falls Elementary School! 💜💛 🍩

We are incredibly proud of our kitchen staff and the work they do every single day. Their dedication often happens behind the scenes, but it never goes unnoticed. They work tirelessly to make sure meals are prepared, healthy food is served, and our students are cared for.

Every tray served is more than just a meal…it’s helping make sure children are fueled for learning and leaving with full bellies and full hearts. Thank you to our amazing kitchen team for all of the early mornings, hard work, and care you pour into our schools. We appreciate you today and every day!

🏅 Spring Sports Week Dress-Up Days are here! Show your school spirit, have some fun, and join in each day’s theme. We love seeing everyone participate — athletes, students, and staff included! Check the schedule and get ready to dress up! 🌟🎉

After a few years on pause, Falls Elementary is SO excited to bring back one of our sweetest traditions…Pastries with Pals! 🍩💜

We can’t wait to welcome our students and their special guests back for a fun morning filled with smiles, conversation, and of course - delicious pastries!

Join us on May 20th or May 21st…or hey, we won’t stop you if you come both days! 💜💛

✨ Friendly reminder: Please send your RSVP back to your child’s teacher so we can be sure to have plenty of goodies ready for everyone.

We are so excited to see our halls filled with families again - it’s going to be a sweet time at FES! 💛

Fliers and RSVPs will be sent home in backpacks! Look for them!

💜 It’s National School Lunch Hero Day!

💛Today we want to give the BIGGEST shoutout to the incredible ISD 361 staff in our school cafeterias who show up every single day to make sure our students are nourished, fueled, and ready to learn!

💜These amazing humans are up before the sun, on their feet for hours, and serving meals with warmth and care everyday. They know our kids by name. They make sure no child goes hungry. They are the heartbeat of our school community, and they don’t always get the recognition they deserve.

💛To our lunch heroes…THANK YOU! Thank you for every tray you’ve prepared, every smile you’ve shared across the lunch line, and every child you’ve made feel seen and cared for. You are so appreciated!

Minnesota Honor Society is excited to sponsor Senior Decision Day! 🎓💜💛

Let’s celebrate the seniors and all of their amazing accomplishments and future plans. Seniors - don’t forget to wear something that represents your next step, whether it’s college, military, workforce, or beyond!

📅 Wednesday, May 13
Let’s make it a great day to honor the Class of 2026!

🍌 Happy National Banana Day! 🍌

Today at Falls Elementary, we celebrated National Banana Day - and it’s safe to say…they absolutely rocked it! From the moment students walked in, the school was bursting with bright, cheerful banana-themed decorations that set the tone for a fun and festive day.

The excitement didn’t stop there! Students got to enjoy a delicious banana-inspired breakfast.

It was a great day filled with school spirit, creativity, and of course - lots of bananas! 🍌💛

Way to go, Falls Elementary, for making National Banana Day such a fun and memorable experience!

Mark your calendars preschool families! Preschool Graduation is Wednesday, May 27th at 9AM. 💜💛