ACADEMICS
"A child's early years lay the foundation for all that is to come."












We as a school board feel blessed to serve a community that strives to provide access to opportunity both in and out of the classroom for our students.





Three core values drive the educational foundation provided at Spirit Lake Community School District. With the world and job market advancing so rapidly, it is imperative that our faculty, staff and students embrace growth and focus on the outcome of being life long learners in preparation for life!
As our district continues to expand the concept of life development as the focal point of our students’ education, it drives change, creates new opportunities, and requires a different approach.
We direct the educational process at providing a balanced education filled with academics, real life experiences and opportunities to participate and become involved in not only our school but our community.
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Save the date! Spirit Lake Elementary School Conferences are coming up!
📅 Dates: Tuesday, February 16 & Wednesday, February 17
🕒 Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
A link to sign up for your conference time will be sent out in the next couple weeks
We look forward to seeing you
💯 WINS!
Congrats to Cassie McKeen on earning her 100th career win tonight at the girls wrestling meet! An incredible milestone and a moment worth celebrating! 💪🤼♀️
📢 Long weekend ahead!
Reminder: There will be no school on Monday, January 19 for a Staff Professional Development Day.
Bundle up, get outside, and enjoy the winter weather! ❄
#FastFactFriday Spirit Lake is committed to meaningful, future-ready learning. Our intentional initiatives, like J-Term, hands-on projects, career experiences, and life-skills courses, equip students with the tools they need to thrive.
Due to weather there is a 2 hour late start today, Friday, January 16.
The 5th graders are taking a deep dive into the elements. This lesson was pure Au!
Students in J-term class, Artisanry of the Spanish-Speaking World, made traditional papel picado using chisels and mallets, then used their beautiful designs to decorate the Schuchert Circle.
Please join us in wishing a very Happy Birthday to Mrs. Dreeszen! 🥳 Your hard work and kindness make such a difference for our students and staff. Have a great day! 🎈
📱 Tech Talk Tuesday
Food for thought as we continue our Tech Talk series on kids and technology.
What’s on the menu? 📚
With Mrs. Isebrand as head chef, fifth graders went “dining out” at a book tasting, trying different genres and filling their plates with great books for winter.
Dec 11
The Winter Band Concert for Grades 5-8 is tomorrow, December 11 at 7 PM in the SAMI Center. …
Dec 8
❤🖤SPIRIT STORE IS OPEN TOMORROW, Friday, December 8! Great stocking stuffers and Christmas gifts to give anyone in your family the Spirit Lake School Spirit! See you there! …
Dec 7
Spirit Lake Indians, Boys and Girls basketball teams are playing at Storm Lake tomorrow, Friday, December 8. Girls start at 6:00 PM and boys to follow starting at 7:30. Come early for a tailgate hosted by Central Bank and Central Insure! They are serving Chili or Chicken Noodle with a Cinnamon Roll starting at 5:30. Hope to see you all there! …
Dec 7
Don`t miss the Middle School Choir Concert tomorrow night. 5th & 6th graders will perform at 6 PM and 7th & 8th graders will follow at 7 PM. See you there. …
Dec 6
Our 8th grade students were given the opportunity to have a 2-day Art Workshop with Ms. Paula Streeter, an ISU Professor of Art and Design held at the Pearson Lakes Art Center last Thursday & Friday! What an amazing learning experience! …
Dec 6
Mark your calendars for Thursday December 14 for the Elementary Winter Open House! The hallways are full of festivities! Stay tuned for more details on what you all can see on the night of the 14th! …
Dec 5
Calling all Softball Pitchers in 5th – 7th Grade! Take a look at an opportunity for off-season pitching. Spirit Lake Varsity Head Coach Karli Olsen, along with our very own high school pitchers and an occasional guest pitcher will all be providing instruction to help you improve this off season. Check the dates on the flyer and get signed up. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfmLPhBp-eSLQnnWuobojzUwMrccbz5UxYXR8jYj1VIP2niCQ/viewform …
Dec 5
Mark your calendars! The Middle School Band Concert will be on Monday, December 11 at 7 PM in the SAMI Center. …
Dec 4
Don`t miss the Spirit Lake Middle School Choir Concert this Thursday! 5th and 6th grade will perform at 6 PM and 7th & 8th grade will follow at 7 PM. …
Dec 1
Take a look at the Dance Team`s pom routine at State Dance! Their Spirit Lake energy sure traveled with them! Well done! …
Dec 1
Fun to see our dance team compete at State! …
Save the date! Spirit Lake Elementary School Conferences are coming up!
📅 Dates: Tuesday, February 16 & Wednesday, February 17
🕒 Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
A link to sign up for your conference time will be sent out in the next couple weeks
We look forward to seeing you
💯 WINS!
Congrats to Cassie McKeen on earning her 100th career win tonight at the girls wrestling meet! An incredible milestone and a moment worth celebrating! 💪🤼♀️
📢 Long weekend ahead!
Reminder: There will be no school on Monday, January 19 for a Staff Professional Development Day.
Bundle up, get outside, and enjoy the winter weather! ❄
#FastFactFriday Spirit Lake is committed to meaningful, future-ready learning. Our intentional initiatives, like J-Term, hands-on projects, career experiences, and life-skills courses, equip students with the tools they need to thrive.
Due to weather there is a 2 hour late start today, Friday, January 16.
The 5th graders are taking a deep dive into the elements. This lesson was pure Au!
Students in J-term class, Artisanry of the Spanish-Speaking World, made traditional papel picado using chisels and mallets, then used their beautiful designs to decorate the Schuchert Circle.
Please join us in wishing a very Happy Birthday to Mrs. Dreeszen! 🥳 Your hard work and kindness make such a difference for our students and staff. Have a great day! 🎈
📱 Tech Talk Tuesday
Food for thought as we continue our Tech Talk series on kids and technology.
What’s on the menu? 📚
With Mrs. Isebrand as head chef, fifth graders went “dining out” at a book tasting, trying different genres and filling their plates with great books for winter.