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LS-H class of 2024 reflects on challenges overcome in graduation ceremony
When the COVID-19 pandemic first began sweeping the country, Brianna Jones said she never thought she would be able to celebrate her graduation day. But four years later, draped in a robe of blue and gold, the Le Sueur-Henderson graduating senior was proud to stand before her fellow classmates and say, "We have finally made it." On Wednesday, May 22, Jones delivered the senior welcome to the 74 Le Sueur-Henderson students who made up the 2024 graduating class. She reflected on the many challenges she...
Goodwill sees surge in donations thanks to spring cleaning, moving college students
Goodwill locations including a brand new store in Lakeville are seeing an influx in donations of furniture, clothes, and other items as spring cleaning season is underway and college students move out of dorms and apartments.
TCU Le Center students delight in one-room schoolhouse experience
TCU Le Center students embarked on a memorable journey back in time as they visited the historic one-room schoolhouse in Le Center on the Le Sueur County Fairgrounds. This enriching educational excursion left a lasting impression. With enthusiasm and curiosity, the students immersed themselves in the living history of the one-room schoolhouse, marveling at the opportunity to witness firsthand what they had only read about in textbooks. Bette Traxler, their...
Lakeville teachers ratify tentative agreement with school district
LAKEVILLE, Minn. — Teachers in Lakeville have voted to ratify the tentative agreement made with the school district.On Tuesday evening, Education Minnesota Lakeville announced teachers voted 88% in favor of the contract. Earlier this month, teachers and the school district reached a tentative two-year agreement, avoiding a strike. The contract includes a 2.25% raise for the first year and a 4.75% raise in the second year. The starting salary will also be increased to attract new teachers. Also included in the contract is a retention bonus starting in the sixth year of employment. "I'm proud of the work...
TCU Intro to Engineering Design students work on container project
The TCU Introduction to Engineering Design students are showcasing their ingenuity and skill in a unique project focused on creating containers for headphones. This hands-on endeavor not only challenges their technical abilities but also emphasizes the importance of effective communication and meticulous documentation in engineering. In collaboration with local businesses CVS Racing of New Prague and Minnesota Millwork & Fixtures of Lonsdale, the students received invaluable feedback from professional designers and engineers. ...
Le Sueur's Swanberg honored in MNIAAA Hall of Fame
For over 30 years, Dave Swanberg has been helping students grow on and off the field. The former Le Sueur-Henderson assistant principal and activities director has been a steadfast figure in high school activities and athletics. Between 1986 and 2018, Swanberg wore many hats, serving as the school’s varsity baseball coach, assistant baseball coach, assistant golf coach, girls track coach, assistant girls hockey coach, and a long-time assistant football coach. ...
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