SY 2024-2025 21CCLC SURVEY (YEAR 2)
Once again we are looking for feedback on how we did with the 21CCLC (aka 21st Century) Grant Activities at Cass Lake-Bena Schools last year, the 2024-2025 school year, and Year 2 of our 3-year grant. We welcome feedback for our other 21CCLC Center at the Leech Lake Boys and Girls Club - Cass Lake Unit in this survey, too! It is very important to us that we are listening and improve on programming as much as we can. We also need this data for continued funding. There have been comments from the community saying they wished they had these opportunities when they were in school---so let's keep it going as long as we can! We are requesting everyone in your household that attended or participated in a 21CCLC activity complete separate surveys so we can get everyone's input. We know it's a long survey of 24 questions, but the higher feedback we get, the better we can improve programming and hopefully show to our grantors we are worthy of another 3 years after this Year 3 that we are currently on.
CLICK HERE FOR THE LINK TO COMPLETE THE SURVEY: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc2casAToHSZY9Ul6fkj2gBnmaeOY5xxuYIELNbx7d-E4vCZQ/viewform?usp=header
~Miigwech for your input!
🏃 Cross Country @ Riverside Golf Club (Warren/Alvarado/Oslo)
4:00 PM – Boys & Girls JH/V Cross Country
🏐 Volleyball @ Bug-O-Nay-Ge-Shig School
4:00 PM – Girls JV Game
🏈 Football @ Red Lake High School
5:00 PM – JH Game
Proudly supported by Enbridge and Bessler Electric ⚡
🐾 Let’s go Panthers!
Cass Lake-Bena 21CCLC presents October Saturday Night Live: Pumpkin Painting Event! Join us for a festive afternoon of creativity, laughter, and pumpkins galore.
🖌️ All supplies will be provided at NO COST
🍴 A meal will also be provided at NO COST
🎃 Pumpkins are limited — registration encouraged!
📍 Cass Lake-Bena High School
🗓️ Session 1: Saturday, October 4
🗓️ Session 2: Saturday, October 18
⏰ 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Join us to kick off this spooky season with friends, family, and pumpkins! 🍂👻
📩 To register, contact Del Sorenson at dsorenson@isd115.net
#CassLakeBena #PumpkinPainting #FallFun #21CCLC #SaturdayNightLive
Today, we celebrate the heart of Homecoming our amazing students who represent the pride and spirit of Cass Lake-Bena!
✨ 2025 Homecoming Royalty ✨
👑 King & Queen: Evan Fairbanks & Destinee Wittner
🤴 Prince & Princess: Parker Tsuji & AaMari Folstrom-Lemieux
Homecoming Court
9th Grade: Zane Halse & Lilly Wells
10th Grade: Norman Goggleye & Mia Wind
11th Grade: Parker Tsuji & AaMari Folstrom-Lemieux
12th Grade: Evan Fairbanks, Chris Drouillard, Zaevrian Staples, Keonna Allen-Cooper, Kendall Frazer-Fairbanks, Destinee Wittner, Sophia Young
This is more than a tradition it’s a chance to honor student leadership, Panther pride, and the incredible community spirit that makes CLB so special. Congratulations to all of our court members!
📸 Stay tuned for more Homecoming fun this week!
#PantherPride | #Homecoming2025 | #CLBStrong
✨ FREE After-School Tutoring for 6th–8th Graders! ✨
Tutoring starts TOMORROW in the Cass Lake-Bena Middle School Media Center
When: Tuesdays–Thursdays from 3:15–5:00 PM
Families, please remember that a Tutoring Permission Slip is required to attend any tutoring days.
For more information, please contact the MS Office at 218-335-2204.
Let’s build strong academic skills have a great school year!
The Deer River XC meet was moved from its usual location at the golf course to the White Oak Antique Tractor Club, where spooky trails and haunted houses once stood. Good thing the Panthers aren't scaredy cats.
Markis Washington: A Record-Breaking 5K
During warm-ups, the Panthers reflected on one of cross country’s purest truths: no timeouts, no substitutions, no bad calls. It’s just you vs. your mind out on the course. Markis carried that mindset, grinning as he told me, “Good thing—I’m gonna run a PR (personal record) today, Coach.”
He wasn’t kidding. Going into the race, Markis was ranked 15th. When coach mentioned it, he shook his head, “Nah, Coach—that medal is mine.” Starting in 30th place at the half mile, Markis began hunting down runners one by one. With 600 meters to go—and the Ely Wolves lurking—Markis unleashed a kick that will forever haunt the pack. He ghosted past the Wolves with precision, moving from 12th to 10th as if invisible, leaving them scrambling to keep up. The Ely Wolves are a State-meet powerhouse and finished 2nd, 4th, 5th, 7th, 8th, 9th, and 11th, passing even one was nothing short of KILLER.
He proved that 15th place was merely a suggestion, finishing 10th, earning a medal, and SHATTERING his previous school record by 10 seconds with a time of 19:37—averaging 6:19 per mile. His splits? DEADLY! 6:25 for the first mile, 6:30 for the second, and an absolutely LETHAL last mile of 5:48 (plus the extra 0.1 miles to close out the 5k).
Afterward, when coaches suggested he save his bib and record the achievement, Markis just smiled, “Save the pen —a new record every week.”
Kenny Litzau: A Strategic Surge
Kenny Litzau also had a phenomenal day, showcasing mental and physical strength throughout the race—especially in the final half mile. Responding to a timely shout from the coach to “make your move,” Kenny shifted gears, accelerating past two runners in the last half mile.
Earlier, Kenny had mentioned how in his video game he built a boat called The Destroyer. On the XC course, he lived up to the name—destroying runners left and right, passing them one by one.
Kenny clocked a 25:43 averaging 8:17, a MASSIVE PR from his previous 26:20. His surge nearly caught the competitor ahead, proving how strategy, timing, and mental focus can TRANSFORM a race. Kenny pulled off a perfect move under pressure, showing just how much he’s improving and learning the ins and outs of racing.
The Deer River meet was a reminder that cross country is as much a battle of the mind as it is of the body. From Markis’ record-setting 5K to Kenny’s strategic surges, the Panthers showcased courage, focus, and strategy. They return to action on September 30th at the West Marshall Stephen-Argyle Invite in Marshall, MN, with the first race starting at 4:00 PM.
Full results can be found here: https://live.herostiming.com/meets/56584/events/xc/2133974
🏈 Football
📍 Cass Lake-Bena HS Football Field
• 4:30 PM – JH vs. Deer River
📺 Live Stream: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/mn/cass-lake/organization/79119/cass-lake-bena-high-school
🌟 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors:
Western Bank of Cass Lake-Bena, Enbridge, and Bessler Electric — thank you for supporting Panther Athletics and our community!
Let’s show up, cheer loud, and back our Panthers! 🐾
#PantherPride #GoPanthers #WesternBankGameDay
The Varsity Football game scheduled for Friday, September 26th at Park Christian has been cancelled due to low numbers of players.
We are hopeful that with strong effort and commitment, we’ll have enough athletes to take the field for our Homecoming Game vs. Walker-Hackensack-Akeley.
If you know a student-athlete who has played football this season, please encourage them to attend practice. Every player makes a difference and we want to make sure Homecoming is a great memory for all of our students. A football game under the lights would help make it unforgettable!
Thank you for supporting Panther Athletics and our student-athletes as we work toward this goal.
📚 FREE After-School Tutoring for High School Students! 📚
Sessions run Monday–Thursday from 3:45–5:00 PM in the High School Media Center.
High School students must sign up daily for the Late Bus by 2:00 PM, even if they don’t plan to ride.
This is a great opportunity for students to get extra help, build strong study habits, and stay on top of their studies.
Details on Middle School tutoring will be available soon.
🏐 Volleyball (4th–6th Grade)
📍 Walker
⚠️ Note: 3rd graders will not travel this weekend.
🏈 Football (3rd–4th Grade)
📍 Pillager
🏈 Football (5th–6th Grade)
📍 Cass Lake
📋 Just a reminder: All full schedules can also be found here ⬇️
👉 https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1PxK6QH7eVgsBeXRafk5kBU_RcztOqBGf?usp=drive_link
Let’s cheer on our Panthers this weekend whether at home or on the road!
#PantherPride #YouthSports #GoPanthers
We value your input and want to ensure that our school’s activities meet the needs and interests of our students, families, and the broader community. Your feedback will help us evaluate and improve the programs and opportunities we provide.
This survey will take just a few minutes to complete, and your responses will remain confidential. We encourage honest and constructive feedback to help us make informed decisions about the future of our extracurricular offerings.
Thank you for your time and for being an important part of our school community!
The survey can be done here!
https://forms.gle/1iF9KJ8aJxsFBa5TA
🏃♀️🏃♂️ Cross Country
• 4:00 PM – Boys & Girls Varsity @ White Oak Antique Tractor Club
• 4:00 PM – Boys & Girls JH @ White Oak Antique Tractor Club
🏐 Volleyball
📍 Cass Lake-Bena MS Gym
• 4:30 PM – JH vs. Circle of Life
🌟 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors:
Western Bank of Cass Lake-Bena, Enbridge, and Bessler Electric — your support powers Panther Athletics and our community!
Let’s cheer on our Panthers — wherever they compete today! 🐾
#PantherPride #GoPanthers #WesternBankGameDay
📣 21CCLC Saturday Night Live is BACK at Cass Lake-Bena 📣
Looking for something fun, free, and family-friendly? Come out to Saturday Night Live at Cass Lake-Bena High School!
🌟Every SNL event will offer something new and exciting for all ages. Whether you're into art, sports, STEM, or just great food and great company. There's something for everyone!🌟
🎨 Open Art Studios
🏀 Open Gym & Weight Room
🧵 Beading & Sewing
🔬 STEM Saturdays
🎤 Special Presenters
🍽️ Shared Meals
🤝 Community Connections
…and more!
NEW Day Sessions:
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Evening Sessions:
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Cass Lake-Bena High School
📅 Dates Vary Each Month (see flyer for details!)
Open to all ages (Youth under 12 must be accompanied by an adult)
If any community resources or local programs would like to be part of any of these dates, please reach out to Del Sorenson at (218) 335-2204 ext. 6007 or 21stcentury@isd115.net
🏈 Football
📍 Crookston High School
🕕 6:00 PM – Varsity vs. Crookston
🌟 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors:
Western Bank of Cass Lake-Bena, Enbridge, and Bessler Electric — your support powers Panther Athletics and our community!
Let’s hit the road and bring that Panther Pride to Crookston tonight! 🐾
#PantherPride #GoPanthers
