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A Day in the Life What does it mean to be a scholar at HLCS? At HLCS, we believe that school should serve the needs of the whole child, not the other way around. Our scholars' experiences are curated specifically around our mission and vision for what school could be, if we focused on learner needs and agency. It is our vision that students will spend time each day outside, will eat nutritious meals, will engage in rigorous academic content and service learning that supports their development as good people in a changing world from Kindergarten through 7th grade. Daily Schedules K/1 Crew 2/3 Crew 4/5 Crew 6/7 Crew What specials will be offered? HLCS plans to offer art, forest, social emotional learning (SEL) body movement, and artl. Often the content of these classes will contribute to the expedition theme students are studying, and will also support grade level benchmark expectations from the department of education. Other courses may be added over time. What is forest school ? Forest school is exactly what it sounds like- school outside! Forest school at HLCS will at times be planned to coincide with the expedition topic that students are exploring, but will also cover science topics such as phenology, social study topics such as the history of the land, and social-emotional learning topics, such as self-regulation techniques. What is a crew meeting ? Crew is the backbone of our educational programming. This is how we learn to be in community with each other and with ourselves. Scholars will be assigned a crew of their grade level peers that they will meet with each and every day- sometimes more than once! At different points in the HLCS experience, students may also interact with a mentor crew (or become a mentor crew!) and will also be a part of Community Crew, which will involve the entire school community. What is solitude and reflection ? HLCS leans heavily on EL Educations 10 Design Principles . Solitude and Reflection is an opportunity for students to participate in a variety of activities that will help increase their capacity as learners. This might involve goal setting, classroom or community "chores" (such as organizing their materials and work space), and preparing for upcoming events and presentations. Get Inspired

Heartland Lakes Community School upcoming events. Fawn Fun Fest 2025 When Aug 10, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM Where Sleeping Fawn Resort , 20097 County 24, Park Rapids, MN 56470, USA Details Our Community Events

BYLAWS & BOARD POLICIES BYLAWS 100 Series 101 - Legal Status of the School District 102 - Equal Education Opportunity 103 - Complaints - Students, Employees, Parents and other Persons 104 - School District Mission Statement 200 Series 201 - Legal Status of the School Board 202 - School Board Officers 203 - Operation of the School Board - Governing Rules 203.1 - School Board Procedures 203.2 - Order of the Regular School Board Meeting 203.5 - School Board Meeting Agenda 203.6 - Consent Agendas 204 - School Board Minutes 205 - Open and Closed Meetings 206 - Public Participation, Meetings, Complaints, Data Privacy 207 - Public Hearings 208 - Development, Adoption, and Implementation of Policies 209 - Code of Ethics 210 - Conflict of Interest 211 - Criminal or Civil Action Against School Board Members 212 - School Board Development 213 - School Board Committees 214 - Out-of-State Travel by School Board Members 300 Series 301 - School District Administration 302 - Director - Roles and Responsibilities 303 - Director - Selection 304 - Director - Work Agreement, Duties and Evaluation 305 - Policy Implementation 306 - Administrator Code of Ethics 320 - Admin of the MN Govt Data Practices Act 400 Series 401 - Equal Employment Opportunity 402 - Disability Nondiscrimination Policy 406 - Public & Private Personnel Data 407 - Employee Right to Know 410 - Family and Medical Leave 412 - Expense Reimbursement 413 - Harassment and Violence 414 - MANDATED REPORTING... 417 - Chemical Use & Abuse 418 - Drug Free Workplace 419 - Tobacco Free Environment 426 - Nepotism 427 - Workload Limits for Certain Special Education Teachers 445 - Whistleblower 482 - Employee Use of Social Media 500 Series 501 - School Weapons Policy 502 - Search of Student Lockers, Desks, and Personal Possessions 503 - Student Attendance 504 - Student Dress and Appearance 506 - Student Discipline 514 - Bullying Prohibition Policy 515 - Protection and Privacy of Pupil Records 516 - Student Medication 521 - Student Disability Nondiscrimination 522 - Sex Nondiscrimination (Title IX) 524 - Internet and Tech Acceptable Use Policy 526 - Hazing Prohibition Policy 531 - The Pledge of Allegiance Policy 533 - Wellness Policy 537 - Kindergarten Lottery Policy 538 - Enrollment Policy 600 Series 601 - School District Curriculum and Instruction 602 - Organization of School Calendar and School Day 603 - Curriculum Development 608 - Instructional Services - Special Education 609 - Religion 609.1 - Religious Accommodation 610 - Field Work 611 - Personnel Volunteer Driver's 612 - Development of Parent and Family Engagement Policies for Title I Programs 616 - School District Systems Accountability 700 Series 704 - Dev and Maint. of an Inventory of Fixed Assets and a Fixed Asset Accounting System 707 - Procurement Procedures 709 - Student Transportation Safety 721 - UGG Policy RE Federal Revenue Sources 736 - Use of School Credit Card 800 Series 801 - Equal Access to School Facilities 802 - Disposition of Obsolete Equipment and Material 806 - Crisis Management Policy 900 Series 903 - Visitors to School Building Additional Policies Board-Staff Linkage Director Limitations Policy Group Health Insurance Coverage Group health insurance is available for full time staff. Staff who are 0.8 FTE qualify for the group health/dental insurance option. Medica is our current health insurance provider and Principal is our current Dental/Vision/Life/Disability insurance provider. Annual renewal occurs in July of each year. For additional information please contact the School Director (Minn. Stat. § 124E.12,subd. 5(b) .

Heartland Lakes Community School exists to empower scholars. Contact us, we'd love to get in touch with you. GIVE TO THE MAX HELP US LEARN & GROW TOGETHER DONATE NOW Contact Us Heartland Lakes 1005 Park Avenue N. Park Rapids, Minnesota (218) 203-5971 info@heartlandlakescs.org Name Email Phone Address Subject Message Submit Thanks for submitting! Take our Community Survey Whether you are a prospective parent, a community member, or just a curious person - take a moment and let us know your thoughts about the future of education in our community. Take the Survey Community Partners If you would like to connect with Heartland Lakes Community School as a community partner - please click below and fill out our Community Support Pledge! There are lots of ways to get involved - from employment, to community experts, to assisting with marketing and hosting events. Whatever you gifts and talents, we're glad you're here. Community Support Pledge Subscribe Form Stay up to date Submit Thanks for submitting!

Heartland Lakes Community School exists to empower scholars. Here are a few frequently asked questions one may have. Frequently Asked Questions What is a charter school? A Charter School is an independent public school of choice that is a common option for students looking for an alternative to traditional public schools. Charter schools do not have any admission requirements or tuition - and they are legal obligated to serve any scholar who enrolls. There are currently 179 operating charter schools in Minnesota! The closest charter schools to our community are in and around the Bemidji area: Schoolcraft Learning Community, Trek North, Voyageurs Expeditionary Learning School, and Aurora Waasekone Community of Learners. Is there tuition for kids to attend? No! There is no tuition for students who attend a charter school. It is a public school and it is funded based on student enrollment by the Department of Education. Who can attend Heartland Lakes Community School? Charter schools do not have admission requirements -so any student can attend! In our opening year (2024-2025 School year) we will be serving students in K-6th grades. Each year we will add an additional grade until we are serving grades K-8th. Keep an eye out for community events and subscribe to our form for updates or if you are interested in future enrollment. Who will teach our kids? Like all public schools in Minnesota, charter schools employ licensed teachers. We are looking specifically for teachers who would love teaching in an environment that matches our mission and philosophy. If you are interested in learning more or applying, subscribe and we'll stay in touch or send us an e-mail! Meet our teachers here ! What curriculum and teaching methods will Heartland Lakes Community School be using? There are a variety of evidenced-based strategies we will use to guide our school community. One of our guiding frameworks will be Expeditionary Learning (EL). EL Education places a strong focus on character, school-wide culture, and mastery of knowledge. By joining the EL Education network, HLCS will join thousands of schools throughout the country in a shared vision of education where students are taught to: be courageous, reach for more than you think is possible, look out for others, and leave no one behind. Students and teachers will explore learning in a way that is challenging, collaborative, adventurous, and meaningful. HLCS will also prioritize Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Restorative Discipline, and Equity for all members of the HLCS learning community. To learn more about EL Education: click here To learn more about SEL: click here To learn more about Restorative Discipline: click here To learn more about Equity in Education: click here Where is Heartland Lakes Community School located? We are located in the Heartland Lakes of Park Rapids, Minnesota. Our location is both accessible to the community and centered around our strong belief that learning happens both inside and outside the classroom. Students will have the opportunity to learn both inside and outside and to explore the land and resources around them. Why does our community need Heartland Lakes Community School? Our community needs HLCS because not every scholar learns in the same way! And while some scholars thrive in a traditional public school, some need a different approach. HLCS will offer that different approach: through outdoor classrooms, expeditionary learning, and a person-centered approach to learning and community. HLCS is for scholars and families looking for something different. Our goal is a small setting with excellent academics, strong community partnerships and lots of time outdoors. How Can I Get Involved? There are lots of ways to get involved with HLCS! You can subscribe to our website and newsletter to stay up-to-date on the latest news and events, you can follow us on Facebook or Instagram - or you can pledge your support as either a community partner or future student ! Have additional questions for us? Join us at a future community event or reach out now. Connect with Us Subscribe Form Stay up to date Submit Thanks for submitting!

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