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If winter storms or other emergency situations cause us to close school for the day, delay the start of school or close school early, we will notify families by:
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Text alerts: to subscribe to the school text alert list, please read THIS ARTICLE and follow the directions.
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District website: Information will be posted on www.fergusotters.org.
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Recorded messages on district office phones: A taped message on the status of schools and programs will be on the district’s main office phone line, 218-998-0544.
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Radio stations: Announcements will be aired on the following radio stations:
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Lakes Radio, Fergus Falls
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KJJK-AM (1020)
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KBRF-AM (1250)
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KJJK-FM (96.5)
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KZCR-FM (103.3)
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KPRW-FM (99.5)
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Clear Channel Radio, Fargo
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KFGO-AM (790)
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KVOX-AM (1280)
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KBAF-FM (93)
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KRVI-FM (95.1)
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KKBX-FM (101.9)
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WDAY-FM (94)
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Fargo television stations
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KXJB (4)
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WDAY (6)
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KVLY (11)
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When school is cancelled for the day, it typically means that:
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All schools are closed.
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All daytime programs are cancelled, including Early Childhood Family Education and Community Education.
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After-school activities, including athletic practices and events, are cancelled.
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School-Aged Child Care at the YMCA will not be operating.
When the start of school is delayed by two hours, it typically means that:
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All schools will run exactly two hours later than usual.
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Buses will run two hours later than usual.
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There will be no morning half-day kindergarten.
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Afternoon programs will operate as usual.
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After-school activities, including athletic practices and events, are held as usual.
When school is dismissed early, it typically means that:
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All afternoon programs are cancelled, including Early Childhood Family Education and Community Education.
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After-school activities, including athletic practices and events, are cancelled.
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School-Aged Child Care at the YMCA will not be operating.
The early school dismissal information provided by parents will be followed for elementary school students. If buses are unable to travel on rural bus routes, rural students will be taken to the storm homes designated by parents.
If school is in session on a day that you, as a parent, feel it is too cold or stormy to send your child to school, you may choose to keep your child home. His or her absence will be treated as an excused absence, just as it would for an illness.
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For notifications, we utilize SchoolMessenger, a service that integrates with Synergy, our Student Information System.
If you are a parent with students in our schools, you have more School Messenger options than the general public, including low lunch balance alerts and attendance alerts.
Please follow the steps below that pertain to your situation, following directions for either A or B.
Please note that SchoolMessenger is just one of the many ways we alert the public about school closings and delays, and should not be relied upon as your sole source of information. Internet traffic and other factors can often delay text message and email transmissions. We also announce school closings and delays on our website (www.fergusotters.org), our Facebook page, on local radio, and via Fargo television stations.
For more information about school closings and delays, please read this article.
Please follow the steps below that pertain to your situation, following directions for either A or B.
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Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Fergus Falls Public Schools or iQ Academy Minnesota. Fergus Falls Public Schools serves over 2600 students in grades K-12 on the following campuses:
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Lincoln School, home to Preschool and EFCE
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McKinley School, our Kindergarten center, with two sections of Grade 1
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Adams Elementary School, grades 1-2
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Cleveland Elementary School, grades 3-4
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The Prairie Science Class, a grades 4 & 5 experience offered in partnership with the Prairie Wetlands Learning Center
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Kennedy Secondary School, grades 5-12
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iQ Academy Minnesota, a K-12 virtual school
Fergus Falls is located at the heart of west-central Minnesota’s beautiful Lakes Country. You can learn more about our beautiful community at the Visitor's Bureau website.
Below is a listing of our current job openings. Applying for positions is simple, fast and secure. Our online application system allows you to start and save an application, submitting it when you are sure it is complete. You can attach supporting documents, including license information, letters of recommendation, transcripts, a resume, and more.
You may apply for more than one position and your application profile can be modified, saved, and used again and again for future openings, saving you time.
If you have any questions, please contact Elaine Jahnke, Personnel Manager, at 218-998-0544 x9010.
CLICK HERE to view current employment opportunities.
Ready to join our team? Start or continue an application for employment today!
The Fergus Falls Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator, who fully and actively supports equal access for all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information or Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, and prohibits retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint, or otherwise oppose discrimination.
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Greetings!
On behalf of the Fergus Falls Public School District, I extend a warm welcome. We are honored that you have entrusted us with the care and education of your child.
The Fergus Falls Public School District is a special place. Our mission statement outlines our commitment to each and every child: “The mission of the Fergus Falls Public Schools is to prepare productive and engaged members of society by creating an environment where all students reach their full potential.”
What will your child’s experience be as a member of our school community? Children will be surrounded by adults who care about them. We will provide the necessary support to help ensure that each child is successful. Children will be challenged. That’s how new skills are developed and how learning, confidence and leadership is fostered.
In providing a robust 21st century learning environment - we emphasize the five “Cs” - Core Knowledge, Creative Problem Solving, Communication, Contributing Citizen and Character. These core competencies ensure that our students will be well-positioned for success wherever their dreams take them.
We pride ourselves on providing a rigorous academic curriculum with a diverse selection of electives. We support our students with a 1:1 technology initiative to augment instruction, we have strong vocational programs and excellent participation among our students in the arts. A large percentage of our students are involved in co-curricular activities and our programs are highly respected and competitive. In summary, we offer the family atmosphere of a small rural school combined with the opportunities typically only found in much larger districts.
Through the process of discovering and developing their talents, interests and skills, our students are going to make great memories, grow in confidence, become leaders in our school and community and form lifelong friendships. Once an Otter, always an Otter!
Warmest Regards,
Superintendent