Hidden Oaks Middle School and Twin Oaks have parent advisory groups (PACT and PAAG) that work with staff on special activities, fund-raisers and events for the students. Call 952-226-0700 or 952226-0500 for more information. The Parent Advisory Council at Prior Lake High School helps to meet the developmental needs of students by involving parents in a collaborative communication effort. The council meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the high school. Contact the school at 952-226-8600 for more information.
School Closings In the event of inclement weather, school cancellations will be announced over WCCO radio (830) and local TV channels 4, 5, 9 and 11. Parents are reminded to use their judgment in determining the safety of their children on days of inclement weather.
School Lunches Each school in the district (except Edgewood and Bridges) has a full-preparation kitchen offering the menu of the day and at least one alternate choice. A la carte items can also be purchased. All schools will continue to use the prepaid computer system for payment of meals. Online credit card payments are available. Free and reduced-priced lunches are provided under state and federal guidelines. Applications are available in the school district calendar and at the District Services Center. Girl Scouts (from left) Kirstyn Loyva, Gianna Bonelle-Freund, Caitlyn Fischer, Kelly Solberg, Kira Madsen and Troop leader Vickie Loyva hold an Eastern Screech Owl nest before installing on the south side of Community Park.
Transportation School district policies have established walking distances of one mile for grades K-5 and 1 1/2 miles for grades 6-12. The prime consideration in transportation services is for
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