Principal Zeman's Notes

As a team of educators, counselors, and administrators, we are committed to your child's success both inside and outside the classroom. We believe that a strong partnership between home and school is essential for students to reach their full potential.

If you have any concerns, questions, or need guidance about your child's academic progress, behavior, or well-being, we encourage you to reach out to us. Whether it's to discuss classroom performance, seek advice on how to support learning at home, or ask for resources that can assist with any challenges, we are here to help.

Please don’t hesitate to contact:

• Teachers for specific questions about subjects, assignments, or classroom expectations.
• Counselors if your child needs emotional support, help with organization, or college and career planning.
• Administrators for more general concerns or to seek help resolving issues that affect your child's school experience.
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We value your input and want to work together to ensure that your child has a successful and positive year. Open communication is key to making this happen. We are here for you and your child—let's collaborate to create the best learning environment possible!

Thank you for your continued support.

Class of 2025: REMINDER - It's time to submit your senior photo to be included in the yearbook!

SENIOR PHOTOS:

We request that senior photos be submitted by NOVEMBER 15, 2024. Photos received AFTER November 15, 2024, will NOT appear in the yearbook.

PORTRAIT REQUIREMENTS:

• All portraits must be traditional HEAD AND SHOULDERS shots.

• No props, pets, or hats, please!

• You may choose a color or black & white portrait.

• Photo Quality needs to be a minimum of 300 DPI or higher for actual image size. JPEG format is required. NO TIFF OR PNG FILES ARE ACCEPTED!

• A high-resolution photo is important for publishing purposes.

• Backgrounds are fine, as long as they are not distracting.

• Photos need to be vertical (tall).

• You MUST submit a digital portrait to https://images.jostens.com/0YRpowKiDY3Ho2W0BQNE-rQ

PROCESS FOR UPLOADING SENIOR PHOTO:

1. Go to the website https://images.jostens.com/0YRpowKiDY3Ho2W0BQNE-rQ

2. Choose your file before you go to the upload site.

3. Choose the photo to upload. Remember, each student may only submit ONE photo!

4. Provide parent or photographer contact info. (Person uploading the photo should enter their info)

5. Provide IMAGE information

• Type the student's first and last name as you would like it to appear in the yearbook.

• It is extremely important to spell the student's name correctly.

6. Select grade 12 from the dropdown menu.

7. In the description, type: senior portrait.

8. Click the box to agree to the terms and conditions.

9. Click "upload chosen images" in the gray box to complete the process.

You will see a confirmation page and should receive a confirmation email shortly after your submission.

SENIOR RECOGNITION ADS:

Go to https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/ybAdDesigner/1062734/-/20240724151559440114/CATALOG_SHOP/ to create and pay for your senior's ad.

Honor your favorite senior with a Recognition Ad in the yearbook. These are ads that Parents/Guardians write a send off with a baby picture for seniors. For $35 (this is a special that lasts until September 20th.) Price will then go up to $40 in price until the due date. Family or friends can publish a photo of your senior as a child and a personalized message. Senior Ads must be received by NOVEMBER 15, 2024.

Questions: shane.netzinger@isd728.org

Class of 2025! It is time to order your Graduation Cap & Gowns. This year graduation regalia is being purchased & paid for by our school district. Students should complete this form by October 25th, 2024.

2025 Elk River High School Cap & Gown order form *form can only be completed by students.

Cap & Gowns will be distributed in May 2025 and honors items will be distributed during graduation rehearsal.

Students can visit this form for a list of upcoming events and sign up to attend. Additions are added to this list often, so be sure to check back periodically.

The ASVAB will be offered on Wednesday, November 13 at ERHS. Juniors and Seniors can register for this test through this form. Registration deadline is November 1. The ASVAB measures developed abilities and helps predict future academic and occupational success. It can also be used as a military entrance exam. For more information on this exam, please visit this link.

Congratulations to the girls tennis team on their section 7AA team championship and good luck to them as they compete at the state tournament. Also, congratulations to the 7AA singles champion Ava Nelson and 7AA doubles champion Mya Nelson and Lauren Lee. Good luck at state and Go ELKS!!!

Here is the roster of the state qualifying team:

Katsiaryna Aliakseichyk 10

Cameron Doran 11

Danica Eng 12

Brooke Engebretson 11

Matisse Hahn 11

Katherine Horner 10

Josephine Hughes 11

Tillie Johnson 10

Libby Kubicka 12

Lauren Lee 12

Shaina Lowe 10

Avery Lundquist 12

Ava Nelson 12

Mya Nelson 11

Kennedy Stanislowski 11