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The 2026-27 school year is right around the corner! Learning sets sail on September 1st. We wanted to provide some information and resources to make sure we all start the year sailing smoothly.
Back to School Information: https://www.dlschools.net/parents/back-to-school-information
![School Supplies for Students Provided by the American Indian Education Department during Open House on August 28th, from 4:00-6:00 PM in the Middle School Commons.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1755707315/dlschoolsnet/yusbigwa9stqs53mfkya/SchoolSupplies.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1755707315/dlschoolsnet/yusbigwa9stqs53mfkya/SchoolSupplies.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1755707315/dlschoolsnet/yusbigwa9stqs53mfkya/SchoolSupplies.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1755707315/dlschoolsnet/yusbigwa9stqs53mfkya/SchoolSupplies.png","width":1080}])
The American Indian Education Department will be dispersing basic school supplies to eligible students during the back-to-school Open House on August 27th, from 4:00-6:00 pm in the Middle School Commons. For more information, please email Joe Carrier, jcarrier@detlakes.k12.mn.us.
![New Teachers gathered for a photo in front of the Laker Logo on the outside of the building.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1755690653/dlschoolsnet/xagyo7rzasqi0eoyxroj/Group.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1755690653/dlschoolsnet/xagyo7rzasqi0eoyxroj/Group.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1755690653/dlschoolsnet/xagyo7rzasqi0eoyxroj/Group.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1755690653/dlschoolsnet/xagyo7rzasqi0eoyxroj/Group.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1755690653/dlschoolsnet/xagyo7rzasqi0eoyxroj/Group.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1755690653/dlschoolsnet/xagyo7rzasqi0eoyxroj/Group.jpg","width":2200}])
This week, we welcomed some new staff to DLPS during our New Teacher Inservice! It was a great start to the 2025-26 school year!
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Kathy Owens, congratulations on your Retirement as District Payroll Coordinator following 25 years of dedicated service!
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The Summer SAIL program has begun! Mrs. Benson's 4th graders learned about the environment with Kellie Wolf at the Ortenstone Garden area in Detroit Lakes.
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Believe it or not, the 2025-26 school year is fast approaching, and we can't wait! Check out the supply lists below to see what your student will need for the learning ahead.
- PreK School Readiness RSM & RVT: communityed.dlschools.net/
school-readiness-preschool/ supply-list - Rossman Elementary: rs.dlschools.net/students/
supply-list - Roosevelt Elementary: rv.dlschools.net/students/
roosevelt-supply-list - Detroit Lakes Middle School: ms.dlschools.net/students/
supply-lists - Detroit Lakes High School & Detroit Lakes Alternative Learning Center: Students are expected to have general school supplies available on the first day. Suggested examples: Backpack, writing utensils (pens/pencils), highlighter, notebooks, & folders. DLHS & ALC students in 9th-12th grade have many class offerings available and therefore diverse schedules with different needs. Students should follow advice from their teachers in regard to unique school supplies and will be given this information the first week of school.
![Two DLPS Food Service worker prepping meals for the summer meals program. Laker Meals logo and SUN Meals to go Logo on top of the photo.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1751306076/dlschoolsnet/rzhi47ybtgnrsh2qfxlr/Untitleddesign6.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1751306076/dlschoolsnet/rzhi47ybtgnrsh2qfxlr/Untitleddesign6.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1751306076/dlschoolsnet/rzhi47ybtgnrsh2qfxlr/Untitleddesign6.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1751306076/dlschoolsnet/rzhi47ybtgnrsh2qfxlr/Untitleddesign6.png","width":1080}])
In June, the Detroit Lakes Public Schools Food Service prepared and distributed 9,665 Meals to 132 area families through the SuN Meals2Go program. The summer staff does an excellent job of keeping up with the pace and making sure things are ready for distribution day.
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If your student requires busing for the 2025-2026 school year, please make sure you register for transportation as soon as possible. This does need to be done annually, even if you were registered last year. You will receive an email/call before school begins with your student(s) bus schedule. Transportation is available for students in grades K-12. Please contact us if you have any questions, and enjoy your summer!
Transportation Registration:
![Welcome Aboard graphic for Jill Walter. The graphic features Jill Walter's photo with the text Jill Walter, Principal, High School and the Laker Logo.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750786578/dlschoolsnet/k5rz3nswsvrurexnzto5/WelcomeAboardJW.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1750786578/dlschoolsnet/k5rz3nswsvrurexnzto5/WelcomeAboardJW.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1750786578/dlschoolsnet/k5rz3nswsvrurexnzto5/WelcomeAboardJW.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1750786578/dlschoolsnet/k5rz3nswsvrurexnzto5/WelcomeAboardJW.png","width":940}])
Join us in welcoming Jill Walter, the new principal of Detroit Lakes High School!
Principal Walter has most recently served as the Middle School Principal for East Grand Forks Public Schools. Originally from Perham, Minnesota, she is excited to return to the region and begin a new chapter serving the students, staff, and families of the Detroit Lakes community.
We are excited to have Principal Walter's leadership at the high school and in the district.
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- Business Office:
Monday - Thursday: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Friday: Closed
- Community Education: Open by appointment only. Can be reached by email or phone.
- Detroit Lakes ALC:
Monday - Thursday: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Friday: Closed
Summer School: June 2-27 and July 7-31
- Detroit Lakes High School:
DLHS Summer Office Hours:
The Main Office will be open from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm through June 5. Beginning June 9 and continuing through August 8, the office will be open on Wednesdays only, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
The office will be closed on June 19th and the week of June 30th- July 4th
Counseling Center:
Counselors will be available on Wednesday mornings, starting June 11th, from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm.
- Nathan Ochsner: June 11th, July 16th, August 5th (PSEO day), August 6th
- Sara Pender: June 18th, July 9th, July 30th, August 5th (PSEO day)
- Doreen Richter: June 25th , July 23rd, August 5th (PSEO day), August 13th
- Detroit Lakes Middle School:
May 27 - DLMS Summer Schedule Begins - Monday- Thursday: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Please check availability during summer at 218-847-9228
- Laker Transitions: Open by appointment only.
- Roosevelt Elementary:
May 27, 28, 29: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
May 30: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
June 3: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm **Kindergarten Registration Day!
June 4, 5: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
June 6: 9:00 am -12:00 pm
- Rossman Elementary:
May 27, 28, 29: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
May 30: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
June 3: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm **Kindergarten Registration Day!
June 4, 5: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
June 6: 9:00 am -12:00 pm