Charger Check-In
January 2024
DC Schools Welcome Interim Activities Director
Dassel-Cokato Public Schools is pleased to announce that Kay Wilson recently join us as the new interim Activities Director following Perry Thinesen’s retirement after twenty years of service.
Kay comes to this position well-prepared, having spent 40 years in education, including seven years as an AD, before retiring from Glencoe-Silver Lake Schools. “I remember reaching out to Perry. He was always helpful and honest when I called,” Kay commented. “My goal is to help make a smooth transition for the next AD. In the meantime, I’m excited to meet students and their families and plan to attend as many events as possible.”
Superintendent Mark Raymond commented, “We’re excited Kay was available to step in and lead the Activities Department for the remainder of the school year. It allows us to continue operating efficiently while we dedicate time to search for the next Activities Director for Dassel-Cokato Schools.”
Kay’s passion for directing and performing theatre is near the top of her many hobbies. She was in both DC Community Theatre productions of The Sound of Music and Fiddler on the Roof. Kay and her husband split their time between their homes in Glencoe and north of Cokato, enjoying the quietness of lake life and their grandchildren.
Swing by DQ for a tasty treat and awesome art!
Elementary Art Projects will be displayed at the Cokato Dairy Queen according to the schedule below. From 5pm-8pm, Dairy Queen will donate 10% of their earnings to our schools!
February 7th - Mrs. Franklin's Class (Dassel Elementary)
February 14th: Mrs. Opsahl's class (Cokato Elementary)
February 15th - Mr. Whittaker's Class (Dassel Elementary)
February 28th: Mrs. Peterson's class (Cokato Elementary)
Don't put your skates away just yet...
JOIN OUR TEAM!
Dassel-Cokato Schools is hiring in a variety of positions. A complete list of openings can be found online at www.isd466.org/domain/62. Join a fun and rewarding team that fosters student excellence and achievement. EDUCATE. INNOVATE. SUCCEED.
Tacky the Penguin
A great winter week learning about penguins in kindergarten! Tacky the Penguins books are a new favorite for lots of Littles in Mrs. Peterson's class!
January's Monthly Showcase
Students from Mrs. Streich's 4th grade class volunteered to show off their music talents in their January Monthly Showcase! Students played the piano, guitar, or sang, and even Ms. Isaacson and Mrs. Haataja got in on the fun!
Congratulations Senior Gabe Aamot!
DCMS District Spelling Bee awards top three contestants.
Please ensure your contact information in Parent Portal is current and accurate.
- Log into your parent portal account - if you need help please call Sara Sebring at 286-4100 ext. 1885
- Click on your user icon in the top left corner
- Verify/update your cell phone number and/or your email address
- Make sure the appropriate boxes are checked
- Save your updates with the save button at the bottom of the screen
Now hiring!
Application for Educational Benefits
Although no application is required to receive free meals this year, filling out the Application for Education Benefits still helps reduce other fees and helps qualify our schools for important funding. It is important to fill out an application to determine eligibility.
