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• Dr. S.G. Knight Elementary: Tuesday, September 3rd 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
• Lincoln Elementary: Tuesday, September 3rd 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
• Lindbergh Elementary: Tuesday, September 3rd 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
• Middle School: Wednesday, August 28th, 2023 from 4:00 - 7:00 pm
• High School: Wednesday, August 28th from 4:00 - 7:00 pm
• Early Childhood Center: Tuesday, September 3rd 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Click here for the full District Calendar.

Early Release Dates:

• November 1, 2024
• January 17, 2025
• March 21, 2025

Conferences:

• Dr. S.G. Knight Elementary:  
  • October 14 & 15
  • February 10 & 11
• Lincoln Elementary:  
  • October 14 & 15
  • February 10 & 11
• Lindbergh Elementary:
  • October 14 & 15
  • February 10 & 11
• Middle School:  
  • October 3 & 7
  • December 9
  • February 10
• High School:
  • October 9 & 14
  • December 2
  • February 19 & 24
• Preschool:  
  • October 14 & 15
  • February 10 & 11

2024-2025 School Supply Lists

• Dr. S.G. Knight Elementary: dk.lfalls.k12.mn.us/parent-info/supply-list
• Lincoln Elementary: lc.lfalls.k12.mn.us/parent-info/supply-list
• Lindbergh Elementary: lb.lfalls.k12.mn.us/parent-info/supply-list
• Middle School: ms.lfalls.k12.mn.us/parent-info/school-supply-list
• High School: Students are expected to have general school supplies available on the first day of school. Suggested examples are backpacks, writing utensils (pens/pencils), highlighters, notebooks, & folders. LFCHS students in 9th-12th grade have many class offerings available and therefore diverse schedules with different needs. Students should follow advice from their specific teachers in regard to unique school supplies and will be given this information the first week of school.
• Continue Education Center: For those who are able, please have a package of loose-leaf paper and a pack of #2 pencils for the first day of school.
• Preschool: Please supply your child with a full-sized backpack. A $20 supply fee will be collected at Open House. We also ask families to bring in two boxes of tissues and 2 boxes of disinfecting wipes.

If you’re buying school supplies for your children in kindergarten through 12th grade, you may qualify for one or both of these tax relief programs:  

• K–12 Education Subtraction
• K–12 Education Credit

Save your receipts, because both programs can help lower your taxes and may provide a larger refund when filing your Minnesota income tax return. Learn more here.  

Elementary students may enter the building at 7:45 am and must remain in designated areas until 8:00 am.

• Dr. S.G. Knight Elementary: 8:10 am - 3:00 pm.
• Lincoln Elementary:  8:15 am - 2:55 pm.
• Lindbergh Elementary: 8:10 am - 3:10 pm.
• Middle School: 8:07am - 3:10pm.
  • ​​​​​​Middle School Bell Schedule
• High School: 7:55 - 3:00pm 
  • High School Bell Schedule
• Preschool:
  • AM Classes: 8:00 am - 10:45 am
  • PM Classes: 12:10 pm - 2:55 pm
  • Full day classes: 8:00 am - 2:55 pm

As we prepare for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year, we want to ensure that our transportation services are efficient and effective for all students. To achieve this, we require all families who plan on utilizing school transportation to complete an online registration.

Please complete the online registration by using the following link: https://www.lfalls.k12.mn.us/departments/transportation

This will provide us with up-to-date ridership lists, allowing us to make informed and timely route decisions. Please note accommodations will not be made for birthday parties, sleepovers, appointments or any after school (non school) events.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. If you have any questions or need assistance with the registration process, please do not hesitate to contact us at transportation@lfalls.k12.mn.us.

If you are new to the District or have any other questions or concerns, please contact me at (320) 632-2029.

Thank you,

Michelle Carll
Independent School District 482
Little Falls Community Schools
Transportation Director
(320) 632-2029

A Confidential Health Form must be completed for all students entering pre-K through 12th grade and returned to their building nurse by the first day of school.

If your child requires medication during the school day, please complete and return the Prescription Medication Authorization Form. All prescription medications require a written healthcare provider order and parental consent.

Students entering grades 6 through 12 may take acceptable over-the-counter medications with written parental consent. Please complete and return the Over-the-Counter Medication Authorization Form (Grades 6-12 Only). All medications must be supplied by parent/guardian.

All students must receive required immunizations or provide a legal exemption per Minnesota law. See the Immunization/Exemption Form for more information. Please send updated immunization information to your building nurse by the first day of school. 

Our school offers healthy meals each day. All students can get one breakfast and one lunch free of charge each day at school. Although no application is required to receive this free meal benefit, filling out the Application for Educational Benefits is still important! Your child(ren) may qualify for other benefits like reduced fees at school. Your application may also help the school qualify for education funds, discounts, and other meal programs.

To apply, complete the enclosed Application for Educational Benefits and return it to:

Michelle Thesing
1001 5th Ave SE
Little Falls, MN 56345

School Age Child Care is offered to PreK-5th grade students from 6:00 - 8:00 am before school and 3:00 - 5:30 pm after school. There is a non-refundable registration fee per session (AM/PM/Non-School Day). Please contact the Community Services office at 320-632-7900 or email kgruber@lfalls.k12.mn.us for more information and how to register. Registration will open at 8:00 am Aug 7th.