A new school year is just around the corner, and now is the perfect time to start planning! Be sure to add important dates like the first day of school, conferences, holidays, breaks, early dismissals, and other key events to your calendar.
Download the full WOWE District Calendar PDF using the link below, or simply save a screenshot of the calendar for quick reference throughout the year.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/12LJj32rwmktU7x8o5e5JIDzETijx91R9/view?usp=sharing
👍 Don't forget to Like and Follow our page to stay up to date on school news, events, athletic updates, celebrations, reminders, and everything happening around Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public Schools!
We look forward to another amazing school year with our students, families, and community!
We are building student schedules for the upcoming school year and need to know whether your 5th-grade student plans to participate in Band, Choir, or Neither.
Please complete this short form as soon as possible:
🔗 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScrdf8-uH0KNxwBq3iYiuHlqKvjVyA4Qx829f6kpk7OjHMOEQ/viewform?usp=dialog
If you have already responded, please disregard this message. If we have not received a response by August 18, your child’s schedule will be selected for them.
We want to make sure your child has a schedule that works well for them, so please respond when you have a chance.
Questions? Contact the Waubun Office at (218) 473-6173 or reach out to us through School Status.
Thank you for your time and cooperation! We look forward to welcoming everyone back to school soon! 🏫
We're excited to welcome Jesse as our new 4th-6th Physical Education Teacher! Jesse is looking forward to helping students stay active, build confidence, and have fun while developing healthy habits through physical education.
A few fun facts about Jesse:
❤️ He is married to our new fifth-grade teacher, Mrs. Bucholz.
🐶 He and his wife have a dog named Briggs.
🏈 In his free time, he enjoys watching sports.
👨👩👧👦 He also loves spending time with friends and family.
Please join us in giving Jesse a warm Thunderbird welcome! We're excited to have him as part of our school community and look forward to a great year ahead.
We can't wait to welcome our students back for another exciting year of learning, growth, and new opportunities. Whether you're returning or joining us for the first time, we're looking forward to seeing everyone back in our halls!
📅 First Day of School (K–12): Tuesday, September 1
Back To School Night
📅 Date: August 26th
⏰ Time: 4:00PM - 6:00PM @ both Waubun and Ogema Schools
Be sure to like and follow our page for important back-to-school updates, reminders, and everything happening throughout the school year! ⭐ #GoThunderbirds #BackToSchool #WOWEPublicSchools
Brit isn't new to Waubun, but she has recently stepped into a new position! She now serves as our MARSS and Student Services Coordinator, where she is dedicated to supporting our students, families, and staff.
A few fun facts about Brit:
🤠 She loves attending rodeos.
☀️ During the summer, you'll often find her relaxing and floating in her pool.
📣 She enjoys cheering on her kids from the sidelines and spending quality time with her family.
🪂 One of the things on her bucket list is to go skydiving or bungee jumping!
🍗 Her favorite food is chicken strips.
🍬 She loves Sour Patch Kids!
Please join us in congratulating Brit on her new role and wishing her continued success! Her dedication to helping others and supporting our students, families, and staff makes her a wonderful fit for this position. We can't wait to see all she'll accomplish!
Join the Waubun team! We're looking for individuals who are ready to make a difference in the lives of our students.
APPLY NOW !
https://www.applitrack.com/waubun/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=High+School+Teaching
Attention 5th Grade Families!!
As we continue building schedules for the upcoming school year, we need to know if your 5th grade student plans to participate in Band, Choir, or Neither. Please let us know your student's name and choice as soon as possible by contacting any of the following:
Andrea LaDue-Davis – Assistant Principal
📧 andreald@waubun.k12.mn.us
Brendon Warren – Band Teacher
📧 brendonw@waubun.k12.mn.us
Heather Coleman – Administrative Assistant/Secretary
📧 heatherc@waubun.k12.mn.us
Britani Thompson - MARSS/Student Services Coordinator
📧 britanif@waubun.k12.mn.us
You can also reach out to any of us on School Status.
You may also call the Waubun Office at (218) 473-6173, and Heather will be happy to record your student's selection.
Your response will help us finalize student schedules before the school year begins so we can hit the ground running. Thank you for taking a few moments to let us know your student's plans.
We appreciate your time and hope you are all enjoying the final weeks of summer break. We look forward to welcoming everyone back to school soon!
ATTENTION WAUBUN ATHLETES & PARENTS/GUARDIANS! 📣
Parents/Guardians and athletes, please download the Bound Sports app and follow the instructions to create your account.
Beginning this school year, Waubun will be using the Bound app for all athletic schedules, making it easier than ever to stay up to date on games, practices, schedule changes, and more!
Download the app and be ready for the upcoming season!
Join the Waubun team! We're looking for individuals who are ready to make a difference in the lives of our students.
Apply today!
***Attention *** Temporary Road Closure today!
🎉 Please help us welcome Heather Coleman to the Waubun team! 🎉
You may have already met Heather toward the end of last semester, as she joined us in April. Heather is one of the first friendly faces you'll see when you walk through our doors, serving as Waubun's Administrative Assistant and Secretary. She also provides support for Waubun's Athletic Director.
A few fun facts about Heather:
🎨 She is an artist who loves all things creative, from digital design to hands-on studio art and crafts.
✈️ She loves traveling and is always looking forward to her next adventure.
🌮🍣 Her favorite foods are tied between sushi and Mexican cuisine.
☕ She can't resist a good cup of coffee or tea!
⭐ Although she now calls Minnesota home, Heather originally made the move here all the way from Texas in late 2024!
Heather has quickly become a friendly face in our office, and we're excited to officially introduce her to our school community.
When you see Heather around the school, be sure to say hello and help us give her a warm Thunderbird welcome! 💙
Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools are getting ready for Back-to-School Night, and we can't wait to welcome our students and families back!
Come meet your teachers, visit your classrooms, and get ready for an amazing school year. It's the perfect opportunity to reconnect with friends, meet new faces, and start the year off strong!
📅 Date: August 26th
⏰ Time: 4:00PM - 6:00PM
📍 Location: Ogema Elementary and Waubun School
The countdown is on—we'll see you soon! 🩵🖤
#WOWEPublicSchools #ThunderbirdPride #ReadyFor20262027
As we prepare for another exciting school year, we're thrilled to welcome several new teachers and staff members to the Waubun-Ogema-White Earth family!
Over the next few weeks, we'll be introducing each of our newest thunderbirds, so you can get to know the incredible people who will be supporting, teaching, and inspiring our students this year.
Be sure to follow along as we share a little about each new staff member, their role, and some fun facts. We can't wait for you to meet them!
#WOWE #ThunderbirdPride #WelcomeToWOWE #BackToSchool
The girls finished the season with a 12-1-2 record! Great job girls!
The 2026 Volleyball Team Store is officially OPEN! 🎉
Whether you're a player, parent, grandparent, or our biggest fan in the stands, now's your chance to grab some awesome Thunder gear and show your school spirit all season long! ⚡
🛍️ Shop here:
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/MWVB2026
🔥 Hoodies
👕 T-Shirts
🧢 Hats
🎒 Bags
…and much more!
Don't wait—the team store is only open for a limited time, so get your orders in before it closes!
Student-athletes and parents, join us for our All Sports Meeting on:
📅 Monday, August 3
🕠 Meeting begins at 5:30 PM
📍 Mahnomen School
🏥 Need a sports physical?
Sports physicals will be available through IHS or Essentia Health.
⏰ Physicals begin at 4:30 PM (by appointment only)
📞 Call to schedule your physical:
📍 Waubun School: 218-473-6173
📍 Mahnomen School: 218-935-2211
💲 Essentia Health physicals: $57
⚠️ Reminder: A current sports physical is required to participate in practices and competitions. Physicals must be updated every 3 years and kept on file with the school.
⚾ Summer Rec Update
Thursday, July 16
📢 There will be NO girls practices or games tomorrow (Thursday, July 16).
🏆 12U Tournament will continue as scheduled.
⚾ Little League Boys will play at 10:00 AM.
📍 Location: Waubun Softball Complex