Apply today for Educational Benefits Program
Formerly known as the Free and Reduced-Price Meals Program, approved applications are more than just for meals but also provide your school with critical funding.
Welcome to Woodland Elementary School
We are a learning community that promotes the growth of well-rounded citizens. We believe all students can learn, collaborate, create, and grow.
Welcome to Woodland Elementary!
We are a learning community that promotes the growth of well-rounded citizens. We believe all students can learn, collaborate, create, and grow.
SCHOOL NEWS
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All District 196 stakeholders are invited to attend one of three meetings Nov. 15, 16 and 17 to get information about facilities, equipment and space needs in District 196, and provide feedback on possible improvements being considered to meet those needs in the state’s fourth largest school district.
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Independent School District 196 is ranked fourth of the 50 Minnesota employers that made Forbes’ annual list of Best-in-State Employers for 2022.
![Woodland Supply List Graphic]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1654527231/district196org/j6kkhkckj67va4wrjqtj/WL22-23SupplyGraphic.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1654527231/district196org/j6kkhkckj67va4wrjqtj/WL22-23SupplyGraphic.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1654527231/district196org/j6kkhkckj67va4wrjqtj/WL22-23SupplyGraphic.png","width":622}])
School Supply lists for K-5 at Woodland Elementary for the 2022-2023 School Year.
![apply for educational benefits at district196.org/edbenefits]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1658262176/district196org/qbmfenptvd4xi7ixqoyd/APPLYTODAY1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1658262176/district196org/qbmfenptvd4xi7ixqoyd/APPLYTODAY1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1658262176/district196org/qbmfenptvd4xi7ixqoyd/APPLYTODAY1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1658262176/district196org/qbmfenptvd4xi7ixqoyd/APPLYTODAY1.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1658262176/district196org/qbmfenptvd4xi7ixqoyd/APPLYTODAY1.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1658262176/district196org/qbmfenptvd4xi7ixqoyd/APPLYTODAY1.png","width":2000}])
The Educational Benefits applications ensures students have access to nutritious meals and provides critical funding for schools.
![The Underestimated team from Woodland Elementary School took first place in the fine arts challenge at state.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1654715903/district196org/jmmgpgsls8g2sflmbmbm/ScreenShot2022-06-08at21748PM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1654715903/district196org/jmmgpgsls8g2sflmbmbm/ScreenShot2022-06-08at21748PM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1654715903/district196org/jmmgpgsls8g2sflmbmbm/ScreenShot2022-06-08at21748PM.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1654715903/district196org/jmmgpgsls8g2sflmbmbm/ScreenShot2022-06-08at21748PM.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1654715903/district196org/jmmgpgsls8g2sflmbmbm/ScreenShot2022-06-08at21748PM.png","width":1508}])
Four teams from District 196 schools qualified for the state tournament, and two teams had top finishes at state to earn a spot at the DI Global Finals.
![School buses with snow on the hood.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1633719193/district196org/kixce8aqb8u5h19xfkbt/GettyImages-146789217.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1633719193/district196org/kixce8aqb8u5h19xfkbt/GettyImages-146789217.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1633719193/district196org/kixce8aqb8u5h19xfkbt/GettyImages-146789217.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1633719193/district196org/kixce8aqb8u5h19xfkbt/GettyImages-146789217.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1633719193/district196org/kixce8aqb8u5h19xfkbt/GettyImages-146789217.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1633719193/district196org/kixce8aqb8u5h19xfkbt/GettyImages-146789217.jpg","width":2200}])
The first two days will be “snow days” with no regular classes at school or online. Any additional days beyond the first two will be E-Learning Days.
"We will continue to promote a culture of acceptance, understanding and achievement for all students and families in District 196."
As regulations and executive orders expire with changes in the pandemic, updated protocol include less regulations and requirements, and more personal/family choice and responsibility.
![Youth and adult summer catalog]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1614371985/district196org/m3iwhg9skmwym8llzsre/Unknown_crop.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1614371985/district196org/m3iwhg9skmwym8llzsre/Unknown_crop.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1614371985/district196org/m3iwhg9skmwym8llzsre/Unknown_crop.jpg","width":780}])
Browse our online catalog and register now to ensure your spot in a class that sure to engage, inspire and enrich you and your family!
![A father and son working on an ipad.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1614113918/district196org/avt121vs23kz8qilkihh/GettyImages-602335664.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1614113918/district196org/avt121vs23kz8qilkihh/GettyImages-602335664.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1614113918/district196org/avt121vs23kz8qilkihh/GettyImages-602335664.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1614113918/district196org/avt121vs23kz8qilkihh/GettyImages-602335664.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1614113918/district196org/avt121vs23kz8qilkihh/GettyImages-602335664.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1614113918/district196org/avt121vs23kz8qilkihh/GettyImages-602335664.jpg","width":2200}])
Interested in your student continuing to learn fully online next school year? Explore our new virtual school, 196Online.
![Welcome sign outside of Oak Ridge Elementary]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1611180987/district196org/xqjk1r2yw97v76vjrtpx/IMG_8565.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1611180987/district196org/xqjk1r2yw97v76vjrtpx/IMG_8565.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1611180987/district196org/xqjk1r2yw97v76vjrtpx/IMG_8565.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1611180987/district196org/xqjk1r2yw97v76vjrtpx/IMG_8565.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1611180987/district196org/xqjk1r2yw97v76vjrtpx/IMG_8565.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1611180987/district196org/xqjk1r2yw97v76vjrtpx/IMG_8565.jpg","width":1709}])
Review this important information about free meals, late start Wednesdays, technology help, transportation and wellness checks.
Grades preK-2 will return on Thursday, January 21 and grades 3-5 will return on Thursday, February 4.
![Elementary students don face masks on the first day of school September 2020.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1608233830/district196org/ymrine107lnq1fvwwuhu/FirstDay2020_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1608233830/district196org/ymrine107lnq1fvwwuhu/FirstDay2020_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1608233830/district196org/ymrine107lnq1fvwwuhu/FirstDay2020_1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1608233830/district196org/ymrine107lnq1fvwwuhu/FirstDay2020_1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1608233830/district196org/ymrine107lnq1fvwwuhu/FirstDay2020_1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1608233830/district196org/ymrine107lnq1fvwwuhu/FirstDay2020_1.jpg","width":2048}])
Governor Walz announced a change in the state’s Safe Learning Plan to allow a phased-in return of elementary students to in-person learning. Details of our plan for elementary students will be shared by January 8.
![Winter Comm Ed catalog cover]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1608319125/district196org/bpujeikzwfiasguyugty/W21CatalogCover.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1608319125/district196org/bpujeikzwfiasguyugty/W21CatalogCover.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1608319125/district196org/bpujeikzwfiasguyugty/W21CatalogCover.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1608319125/district196org/bpujeikzwfiasguyugty/W21CatalogCover.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1608319125/district196org/bpujeikzwfiasguyugty/W21CatalogCover.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1608319125/district196org/bpujeikzwfiasguyugty/W21CatalogCover.jpg","width":2200}])
Browse our online catalog and register now to ensure your spot in a class that sure to engage, inspire and enrich you and your family!
Both calendars are based on an all in-person learning mode. Each calendar has 172 days of instruction for elementary students and 171 days for secondary students.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Ms. Hildenbrand's Classroom
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Ms. Decker's Classroom
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Mrs. Zurn's Classroom
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Mrs. Hoffman's Classroom
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GTD Room
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Makerspace classroom
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Mr. Jahn's Classroom
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