🎒 Calling all incoming Cass Lake-Bena Elementary kindergarten families! 🐾
Join us for our Kindergarten Open House on August 3rd from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
This is a wonderful opportunity for children and families to visit the school, meet our amazing kindergarten staff, ask questions, and learn more about the exciting year ahead. Families who have not yet registered their child for kindergarten will also be able to complete the registration process during the open house.
Please bring any paperwork you currently have available, including:
📄 Screening paperwork
📄 Birth certificate
📄 Guardianship documentation
📄 Any other relevant enrollment paperwork
We are excited to welcome our newest Panthers and begin building strong relationships with our incoming students and families!
For questions, call (218) 335-2201 and press 4 for Elementary.
Please share this post with families who may have an incoming kindergarten student! 🖤🤍❤️
#CLBPanthers #KindergartenOpenHouse #CassLakeBenaElementary #StrongRootsBrightFutures
Join us for our Kindergarten Open House on August 3rd from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
This is a wonderful opportunity for children and families to visit the school, meet our amazing kindergarten staff, ask questions, and learn more about the exciting year ahead. Families who have not yet registered their child for kindergarten will also be able to complete the registration process during the open house.
Please bring any paperwork you currently have available, including:
📄 Screening paperwork
📄 Birth certificate
📄 Guardianship documentation
📄 Any other relevant enrollment paperwork
We are excited to welcome our newest Panthers and begin building strong relationships with our incoming students and families!
For questions, call (218) 335-2201 and press 4 for Elementary.
Please share this post with families who may have an incoming kindergarten student! 🖤🤍❤️
#CLBPanthers #KindergartenOpenHouse #CassLakeBenaElementary #StrongRootsBrightFutures
📣 Free Early Childhood Screening at Cass Lake-Bena Elementary!
Families with children ages 3–5 are invited to schedule a free, complete early childhood screening on August 3 or August 4.
Each screening takes approximately 1.5 hours and includes a review of your child’s health history and immunizations, vision and hearing checks, developmental screening, height and weight measurements, and social-emotional screening. Results will be reviewed with you when the screening is complete.
Early childhood screening helps families better understand their child’s growth and development and is required by Minnesota law before a child enters kindergarten.
📅 August 3: 2:00–6:00 p.m.
📅 August 4: 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
To schedule an appointment, call (218) 335-2201 and press 4 for Elementary.
Please bring a copy of your child’s birth certificate. We look forward to welcoming you and your child to Cass Lake-Bena Elementary! ❤️🖤
#CassLakeBena #CLBElementary #EarlyChildhoodScreening #KindergartenReady #PantherPride
Families with children ages 3–5 are invited to schedule a free, complete early childhood screening on August 3 or August 4.
Each screening takes approximately 1.5 hours and includes a review of your child’s health history and immunizations, vision and hearing checks, developmental screening, height and weight measurements, and social-emotional screening. Results will be reviewed with you when the screening is complete.
Early childhood screening helps families better understand their child’s growth and development and is required by Minnesota law before a child enters kindergarten.
📅 August 3: 2:00–6:00 p.m.
📅 August 4: 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
To schedule an appointment, call (218) 335-2201 and press 4 for Elementary.
Please bring a copy of your child’s birth certificate. We look forward to welcoming you and your child to Cass Lake-Bena Elementary! ❤️🖤
#CassLakeBena #CLBElementary #EarlyChildhoodScreening #KindergartenReady #PantherPride
🏈🏐 Fall Youth Sports Registration is Open!
Registration is now open for Cass Lake-Bena Fall Youth Football and Volleyball. We are excited to offer several opportunities for students in kindergarten through sixth grade.
📅 PROGRAM DATES
K Volleyball Camp
📅 October 17, October 24, and October 31
🕗 8:00 to 9:30 AM
📍 Cass Lake-Bena Elementary School
1st-2nd Grade Volleyball
This group may follow the K Volleyball Camp schedule if we are unable to secure enough coaches. If coaching positions are filled, the program will follow the regular weekday practice schedule.
K-2nd Grade Football, 3rd-6th Grade Football, and 3rd-6th Grade Volleyball
📅 September 9 through October 10
Practices will be held during the week, with games or jamborees scheduled on select Saturdays. Game locations are still being finalized and will be added to the schedule as soon as they are confirmed.
📋 Practice & Game Schedule:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1wJMHqKMcTJ8voKi1oQ4q59l72cEr0_NhQAmJu3d3P6M/edit?usp=sharing
📝 Register Here:
https://forms.gle/zk7qFwZkTA4Zuunt8
👏 OUR COACHES
🏈 K-2nd Football: Martin Wind
🏈 3rd-4th Football: Mike McGinnis & Eddie Lyons
🏈 5th-6th Football: Jordan Lawrence
🏐 K Volleyball Camp: TBD
🏐 1st-2nd Volleyball: TBD
🏐 3rd-4th Volleyball: Nikki Frank & Shannon Alto
🏐 5th-6th Volleyball: Kerri Rousu
📢 COACHES NEEDED
We are still looking for:
• Two K Volleyball coaches
• Two 1st-2nd Grade Volleyball coaches
• One 5th-6th Grade Volleyball coach
• One 1st-2nd Grade Football coach
• One 5th-6th Grade Football coach
Interested in coaching? We'd love to have you join our team! Please email Caleb Travis at Ctravis@isd115.net for more information or to volunteer.
Thank you to all of our coaches who volunteer their time to help provide a positive experience for our youth. We couldn't offer these opportunities without your dedication and commitment.
Please register as soon as possible so we can finalize teams, schedules, and coaching assignments.
Registration is now open for Cass Lake-Bena Fall Youth Football and Volleyball. We are excited to offer several opportunities for students in kindergarten through sixth grade.
📅 PROGRAM DATES
K Volleyball Camp
📅 October 17, October 24, and October 31
🕗 8:00 to 9:30 AM
📍 Cass Lake-Bena Elementary School
1st-2nd Grade Volleyball
This group may follow the K Volleyball Camp schedule if we are unable to secure enough coaches. If coaching positions are filled, the program will follow the regular weekday practice schedule.
K-2nd Grade Football, 3rd-6th Grade Football, and 3rd-6th Grade Volleyball
📅 September 9 through October 10
Practices will be held during the week, with games or jamborees scheduled on select Saturdays. Game locations are still being finalized and will be added to the schedule as soon as they are confirmed.
📋 Practice & Game Schedule:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1wJMHqKMcTJ8voKi1oQ4q59l72cEr0_NhQAmJu3d3P6M/edit?usp=sharing
📝 Register Here:
https://forms.gle/zk7qFwZkTA4Zuunt8
👏 OUR COACHES
🏈 K-2nd Football: Martin Wind
🏈 3rd-4th Football: Mike McGinnis & Eddie Lyons
🏈 5th-6th Football: Jordan Lawrence
🏐 K Volleyball Camp: TBD
🏐 1st-2nd Volleyball: TBD
🏐 3rd-4th Volleyball: Nikki Frank & Shannon Alto
🏐 5th-6th Volleyball: Kerri Rousu
📢 COACHES NEEDED
We are still looking for:
• Two K Volleyball coaches
• Two 1st-2nd Grade Volleyball coaches
• One 5th-6th Grade Volleyball coach
• One 1st-2nd Grade Football coach
• One 5th-6th Grade Football coach
Interested in coaching? We'd love to have you join our team! Please email Caleb Travis at Ctravis@isd115.net for more information or to volunteer.
Thank you to all of our coaches who volunteer their time to help provide a positive experience for our youth. We couldn't offer these opportunities without your dedication and commitment.
Please register as soon as possible so we can finalize teams, schedules, and coaching assignments.
There will be no T-Ball & 1st-2nd Baseball practice tomorrow.
There will be no 3rd-6th grade softball practice tonight.
🏈🏐🏃 Fall Sports & Activities Registration is NOW OPEN!
Registration for Cass Lake-Bena Fall Sports and Activities is now open through Bound!
If your student plans to participate this fall, please complete their registration as soon as possible. We are continuing to add information to Bound throughout the summer, so check back regularly for updates.
🍂 Fall Opportunities
🏈 Football: Grades 6-12
🏐 Volleyball: Grades 6-12
🏃 Cross Country: Grades 7-12
📅 All Sports Meeting
All students participating in a fall sport, along with at least one parent or guardian, are encouraged to attend the Fall All Sports Meeting on:
Monday, August 10
🕕 6:00 to 7:00 PM
Additional information regarding practice schedules, expectations, eligibility, communication, and the upcoming season will be shared.
Register Here:
https://www.gobound.com/mn/schools/casslakebena#
Need Help Registering?
Bound has created a step-by-step guide for parents and guardians to help walk you through the registration process.
Registration Guide:
https://intercom.help/boundhq/en/articles/7934242-registering-your-student-for-an-activity-a-guide-for-parents-and-guardians
If you have questions regarding registration or need assistance, please contact the Activities Office.
We are looking forward to another great year of Panther athletics and activities. Go Panthers! 🐾
Registration for Cass Lake-Bena Fall Sports and Activities is now open through Bound!
If your student plans to participate this fall, please complete their registration as soon as possible. We are continuing to add information to Bound throughout the summer, so check back regularly for updates.
🍂 Fall Opportunities
🏈 Football: Grades 6-12
🏐 Volleyball: Grades 6-12
🏃 Cross Country: Grades 7-12
📅 All Sports Meeting
All students participating in a fall sport, along with at least one parent or guardian, are encouraged to attend the Fall All Sports Meeting on:
Monday, August 10
🕕 6:00 to 7:00 PM
Additional information regarding practice schedules, expectations, eligibility, communication, and the upcoming season will be shared.
Register Here:
https://www.gobound.com/mn/schools/casslakebena#
Need Help Registering?
Bound has created a step-by-step guide for parents and guardians to help walk you through the registration process.
Registration Guide:
https://intercom.help/boundhq/en/articles/7934242-registering-your-student-for-an-activity-a-guide-for-parents-and-guardians
If you have questions regarding registration or need assistance, please contact the Activities Office.
We are looking forward to another great year of Panther athletics and activities. Go Panthers! 🐾
Game added for tomorrow 7/6/26 for 3rd-4th Baseball.
CLB vs Kelliher at Cass Lake-Bena Softball fields at 5:30pm (game time moved)
CLB vs Blackduck at Cass Lake-Bena Softball fields at 7:15pm (added game)
If you have any questions please contact
Caleb Travis at Ctravis@isd115.net
Tball & 1st-2nd Baseball is canceled today (7/2)
Practices for T-Ball & 1st-2nd Baseball will be the following for the next two weeks until the end of Summer Youth Sports.
11:30am - 1pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
If you have any questions please contact
Caleb Travis
Ctravis@isd115.net
Due to the summer school lunch schedule, we will be adjusting the practice time for 1st–2nd Grade Baseball and T-Ball for this week only.
New Practice Time:
12:00 PM to 1:30 PM
This change will allow students attending summer school to eat lunch before coming to practice.
Once summer school ends next week, practices will return to their normal schedule.
📢 Community Feedback Requested: Middle School Academic Eligibility Proposal
Cass Lake-Bena Schools is seeking feedback from parents, guardians, students, staff, and community members regarding a proposed change to the academic eligibility policy for middle school students participating in junior high athletics and activities.
The goal of the proposal is to maintain academic accountability while providing additional support for middle school students as they develop positive academic habits and responsibility.
Under the proposal, middle school students with one or more grades of D- or lower would be placed on a Middle School Academic Support Plan rather than immediately becoming ineligible.
Students would be required to:
✅ Attend tutoring two times per week
✅ Complete a weekly academic grade sheet
✅ Communicate with teachers regarding missing work or low grades
✅ Demonstrate a good-faith effort to improve academically
✅ Remain in good standing with their team or activity
Students who do not complete the required support steps would become ineligible until the next weekly eligibility review.
This proposal would apply only to middle school students participating in junior high activities. Students participating at the high school level would continue to follow the current high school academic eligibility policy.
The district will also host a public forum in July, with the date and time to be announced, to provide an opportunity for community members to ask questions and share feedback.
📋 Please complete the survey and share your thoughts:
https://forms.gle/ntPhEJxdinWcJJH96
Your feedback will help guide the district's decision-making process as we work to support both academic success and student involvement.
Cass Lake-Bena Schools is seeking feedback from parents, guardians, students, staff, and community members regarding a proposed change to the academic eligibility policy for middle school students participating in junior high athletics and activities.
The goal of the proposal is to maintain academic accountability while providing additional support for middle school students as they develop positive academic habits and responsibility.
Under the proposal, middle school students with one or more grades of D- or lower would be placed on a Middle School Academic Support Plan rather than immediately becoming ineligible.
Students would be required to:
✅ Attend tutoring two times per week
✅ Complete a weekly academic grade sheet
✅ Communicate with teachers regarding missing work or low grades
✅ Demonstrate a good-faith effort to improve academically
✅ Remain in good standing with their team or activity
Students who do not complete the required support steps would become ineligible until the next weekly eligibility review.
This proposal would apply only to middle school students participating in junior high activities. Students participating at the high school level would continue to follow the current high school academic eligibility policy.
The district will also host a public forum in July, with the date and time to be announced, to provide an opportunity for community members to ask questions and share feedback.
📋 Please complete the survey and share your thoughts:
https://forms.gle/ntPhEJxdinWcJJH96
Your feedback will help guide the district's decision-making process as we work to support both academic success and student involvement.
All youth sports practices will be canceled for tonight. That would include.
5th-6th Baseball
1st-2nd Softball
There will be no T-Ball or 1st-2nd Baseball this week. Practices will resume next week.
📢 Community Feedback Requested: Middle School Academic Eligibility Proposal
Cass Lake-Bena Schools is seeking feedback from parents, guardians, students, staff, and community members regarding a proposed change to the academic eligibility policy for middle school students participating in junior high athletics and activities.
The goal of the proposal is to maintain academic accountability while providing additional support for middle school students as they develop positive academic habits and responsibility.
Under the proposal, middle school students with one or more grades of D- or lower would be placed on a Middle School Academic Support Plan rather than immediately becoming ineligible.
Students would be required to:
✅ Attend tutoring two times per week
✅ Complete a weekly academic grade sheet
✅ Communicate with teachers regarding missing work or low grades
✅ Demonstrate a good-faith effort to improve academically
✅ Remain in good standing with their team or activity
Students who do not complete the required support steps would become ineligible until the next weekly eligibility review.
This proposal would apply only to middle school students participating in junior high activities. Students participating at the high school level would continue to follow the current high school academic eligibility policy.
The district will also host a public forum in July, with the date and time to be announced, to provide an opportunity for community members to ask questions and share feedback.
📋 Please complete the survey and share your thoughts:
https://forms.gle/ntPhEJxdinWcJJH96
Your feedback will help guide the district's decision-making process as we work to support both academic success and student involvement.
Cass Lake-Bena Schools is seeking feedback from parents, guardians, students, staff, and community members regarding a proposed change to the academic eligibility policy for middle school students participating in junior high athletics and activities.
The goal of the proposal is to maintain academic accountability while providing additional support for middle school students as they develop positive academic habits and responsibility.
Under the proposal, middle school students with one or more grades of D- or lower would be placed on a Middle School Academic Support Plan rather than immediately becoming ineligible.
Students would be required to:
✅ Attend tutoring two times per week
✅ Complete a weekly academic grade sheet
✅ Communicate with teachers regarding missing work or low grades
✅ Demonstrate a good-faith effort to improve academically
✅ Remain in good standing with their team or activity
Students who do not complete the required support steps would become ineligible until the next weekly eligibility review.
This proposal would apply only to middle school students participating in junior high activities. Students participating at the high school level would continue to follow the current high school academic eligibility policy.
The district will also host a public forum in July, with the date and time to be announced, to provide an opportunity for community members to ask questions and share feedback.
📋 Please complete the survey and share your thoughts:
https://forms.gle/ntPhEJxdinWcJJH96
Your feedback will help guide the district's decision-making process as we work to support both academic success and student involvement.
There will be no T-ball & 1st-2nd Baseball today (6/18). Also T-ball & 1st-2nd Baseball will not have practice next week, but practices will be made up in the following weeks and in July.
📢 Important Updates for Cass Lake-Bena Athletics & Activities
Cass Lake-Bena Schools is excited to announce several updates that will improve how families, students, and community members access athletics, activities, and facility information.
🏆 NEW ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES PLATFORM
Beginning July 1, Bound will become the official public-facing platform for Cass Lake-Bena Athletics and Activities.
Through Bound, families and community members will be able to:
✅ View schedules for athletics and activities
✅ Purchase tickets and activity passes online
✅ Print team schedules
✅ Receive updates on events and schedule changes
📋 ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR STUDENT-ATHLETES
Starting with Fall Sports, all student-athletes in grades 6-12 will register online through Bound.
Families will be able to:
✅ Register student-athletes online
✅ Upload athletic physicals directly into the system
✅ Complete required participation forms electronically
Paper physical forms will still be available on the Cass Lake-Bena website and in the Activities Office. Families who prefer paper copies of other required forms may request them by contacting Caleb Travis or Maria Staples.
Parents and guardians can view a step-by-step registration guide here:
https://intercom.help/boundhq/en/articles/7934242-registering-your-student-for-an-activity-a-guide-for-parents-and-guardians
📺 HUDL STREAMING CHANGES
Beginning with the Fall Sports season, Cass Lake-Bena will be implementing a subscription model for Hudl livestreams and video on demand.
Fans will have two viewing options:
🎟️ Annual Pass: $20 per year or $6 per-view
🎥 Video On Demand: $6 per event
The annual pass will provide access to home livestreams for:
🏈 Football
🏐 Volleyball
🏀 Girls Basketball
🏀 Boys Basketball
🤼 Wrestling
This change will help support and sustain our livestreaming services while continuing to provide high-quality coverage for families, community members, alumni, and Panther fans who cannot attend events in person.
🏫 FACILITY RESERVATIONS
Bound will also become the new home for facility reservations.
Beginning August 1, organizations and community groups may begin submitting facility requests through the new system. Facility use fees may be assessed according to the district's Facility Use Policy and the requester's classification level.
You can review the Facility Use Policy here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uf_FIQwx1Uy3NQukUMf7_uH5hryHTB2eBl8e-_FiSvk/edit?usp=sharing
These updates are designed to improve communication, simplify registration, streamline facility scheduling, and create a better experience for students, families, and our community.
Additional information, tutorials, and registration details will be shared throughout the summer as we prepare for the Fall 2026 season.
If you have questions regarding Bound, online registration, Hudl streaming, or facility reservations, please contact the Activities Office.
Cass Lake-Bena Schools is excited to announce several updates that will improve how families, students, and community members access athletics, activities, and facility information.
🏆 NEW ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES PLATFORM
Beginning July 1, Bound will become the official public-facing platform for Cass Lake-Bena Athletics and Activities.
Through Bound, families and community members will be able to:
✅ View schedules for athletics and activities
✅ Purchase tickets and activity passes online
✅ Print team schedules
✅ Receive updates on events and schedule changes
📋 ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR STUDENT-ATHLETES
Starting with Fall Sports, all student-athletes in grades 6-12 will register online through Bound.
Families will be able to:
✅ Register student-athletes online
✅ Upload athletic physicals directly into the system
✅ Complete required participation forms electronically
Paper physical forms will still be available on the Cass Lake-Bena website and in the Activities Office. Families who prefer paper copies of other required forms may request them by contacting Caleb Travis or Maria Staples.
Parents and guardians can view a step-by-step registration guide here:
https://intercom.help/boundhq/en/articles/7934242-registering-your-student-for-an-activity-a-guide-for-parents-and-guardians
📺 HUDL STREAMING CHANGES
Beginning with the Fall Sports season, Cass Lake-Bena will be implementing a subscription model for Hudl livestreams and video on demand.
Fans will have two viewing options:
🎟️ Annual Pass: $20 per year or $6 per-view
🎥 Video On Demand: $6 per event
The annual pass will provide access to home livestreams for:
🏈 Football
🏐 Volleyball
🏀 Girls Basketball
🏀 Boys Basketball
🤼 Wrestling
This change will help support and sustain our livestreaming services while continuing to provide high-quality coverage for families, community members, alumni, and Panther fans who cannot attend events in person.
🏫 FACILITY RESERVATIONS
Bound will also become the new home for facility reservations.
Beginning August 1, organizations and community groups may begin submitting facility requests through the new system. Facility use fees may be assessed according to the district's Facility Use Policy and the requester's classification level.
You can review the Facility Use Policy here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uf_FIQwx1Uy3NQukUMf7_uH5hryHTB2eBl8e-_FiSvk/edit?usp=sharing
These updates are designed to improve communication, simplify registration, streamline facility scheduling, and create a better experience for students, families, and our community.
Additional information, tutorials, and registration details will be shared throughout the summer as we prepare for the Fall 2026 season.
If you have questions regarding Bound, online registration, Hudl streaming, or facility reservations, please contact the Activities Office.
📣 Fall Activities and Athletics Meeting
Join us on Monday, August 10, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM in the CLBHS Commons.
Families and student-athletes will have the opportunity to:
• Meet the coaching staffs
• Receive schedules
• Review the new handbook
• Complete required paperwork
We look forward to seeing everyone and getting ready for the fall season!
Join us on Monday, August 10, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM in the CLBHS Commons.
Families and student-athletes will have the opportunity to:
• Meet the coaching staffs
• Receive schedules
• Review the new handbook
• Complete required paperwork
We look forward to seeing everyone and getting ready for the fall season!
🎓 Congratulations to the Cass Lake-Bena Class of 2026! 🎓
On Friday, June 5, family, friends, staff, and community members gathered to celebrate the achievements of the Cass Lake-Bena High School Class of 2026. Commencement ceremonies began at 7:00 p.m. in the Cass Lake-Bena High School Gymnasium, honoring 83 graduates from Cass Lake-Bena High School, ALC, YouthBuild, and ABE programs.
We invite you to enjoy highlights from this special day, including photos from the graduation parade, commencement ceremony, and post-graduation celebrations. These images capture the pride, accomplishments, and memories shared as our graduates marked this important milestone and prepared for the next chapter of their journeys.
Photos by Yearbook Advisor Kelsey Engel and Yearbook Editor Anika Wind.
Congratulations, graduates! Once a Panther, always a Panther. ❤️🩶
Class of 2026 Graduation Photos Link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/11SVHe9sWKpNCHh_6sQZH2q4TTuVIuMAj?usp=sharing
Class of 2026 Graduation Video Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Nu6byoyiv4e75Q332OUG6xmSLJ38njsN/view?usp=sharing
On Friday, June 5, family, friends, staff, and community members gathered to celebrate the achievements of the Cass Lake-Bena High School Class of 2026. Commencement ceremonies began at 7:00 p.m. in the Cass Lake-Bena High School Gymnasium, honoring 83 graduates from Cass Lake-Bena High School, ALC, YouthBuild, and ABE programs.
We invite you to enjoy highlights from this special day, including photos from the graduation parade, commencement ceremony, and post-graduation celebrations. These images capture the pride, accomplishments, and memories shared as our graduates marked this important milestone and prepared for the next chapter of their journeys.
Photos by Yearbook Advisor Kelsey Engel and Yearbook Editor Anika Wind.
Congratulations, graduates! Once a Panther, always a Panther. ❤️🩶
Class of 2026 Graduation Photos Link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/11SVHe9sWKpNCHh_6sQZH2q4TTuVIuMAj?usp=sharing
Class of 2026 Graduation Video Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Nu6byoyiv4e75Q332OUG6xmSLJ38njsN/view?usp=sharing
Due to weather 3rd-4th SB & 5th-6th SB will not have practice.
A couple of updates for tomorrows schedule (6/11)
No T-Ball & 1st-2nd Baseball
No open gym from 9am-11am
If you have any questions contact
Caleb Travis
Ctravis@isd115.net
The AIPAC meeting that was scheduled for tonight (6/10) has been rescheduled for Tuesday, June 23 at 5:00 pm in the high school culture room.