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The dates for the Senior All-Nighter Rummage Sale Fundraiser are incorrect in this week's Outpost. Please join us this weekend, May 10-11!...

I don’t particularly pay much attention to the calendar; however, my school-aged children do. Just last week (with much excitement in his eyes) my youngest son shared the number of days left in the school year… my jaw literally dropped. At the...

Mr. Pete Joplin was recognized at the April School Board Meeting. Superintendent Brian Talbott stated that it was “a great privilege to introduce Mr. Joplin to the School Board.” Although Mr. Joplin no longer has kids in the District, he...

Spokane, Wash., - April 10, 2013: The Spokane Scholars Foundation announces the 2013 recipients of the Spokane Scholars Foundation Medal of Academic Achievement. 141 high school seniors will be honored at the 21th Annual Spokane Scholars Foundation...

Among the many valuable lessons I have learned through attending classes, competing, teaching, and coaching, one of the most important is to push and continue growing all the way through the end. Our greatest accomplishments are achieved when the...

Lakeside Middle School’s Choir gave its Spring Concert on Thursday, April 11. Directed by Mr. Levi Mazurek, seven pieces were performed: Star Spangled Banner, Movin’ Right Along, Don’t Get Around Much Anymore, Danny Boy, Blue Skies, The River...

Judo, Kendama, stand-up comedy, plus the more traditional singing, dancing, and instrumental music showcased the talent of Lakeside Middle School students. Once Upon A Time was the theme for the annual Talent Show, comprised of 21 acts. Held on...

Lakeside Middle School’s seventh and eighth grade student musicians gave their Festival Concert on Thursday, March 21. Performing first, the Seventh Grade Band played three selections: National Emblem March, Visions of Aranjuez, and Sousa on...

In preparation for Band and Choir Festivals, the Lakeside High School musicians gave a concert on Monday, March 25. The Concert Choir led the performance with four pieces: The Star Spangled Banner, The Water is Wide, In Paradisum, and Ma Navu. Their...

Visual and performing artists were celebrated at the Nine Mile Falls Elementary Spring Talent Show and Art Exhibit sponsored by the Parent Teacher Group. Dancing, singing, musical instruments and comedy all comprised the sixteen acts in the...

This year we have a tremendous group of students who we have been nominated to the prestigious Spokane Scholars competition. The Annual Spokane Scholars Foundation Banquet honors the top students from each of the region’s high schools in the...

Superintendent Brian Talbott presented Joe and Sandy O’Hagan to the School Board Directors at the March Board meeting and shared their nomination for the Washington Association of School Administrators Community Leadership Award. He nominated them...

This month many of your students came home asking for money to take Advanced Placement (AP) Exams at a cost of $87. Along with other questions the two most frequently asked included…$87 for a test?...What happens if he/she does not pass? Let me...

For me, March Madness means a whole lot more than college basketball and bracketology. Springtime brings a flurry of activity to our students, staff, and schools. Our elementary and middle school students are preparing for the state MSP assessments,...

“Pizza, prizes, and pop;” these are the three “P”s that inspired one student to attend the Nine Mile Falls Elementary PTG’s Annual Bingo Night on Friday, March 8. Families filled the gym to...

As your Nine Mile students begin their transition to high school or continue in high school, it might be easy to breathe a sigh of relief with the feeling that they are finally grown up and no longer need your help with school. However, nothing...

On Thursday February 21st Lakeside Middle School held their annual “Evening of Excellence” honor roll celebration. For the past 10 years Lakeside Middle School has been recognizing sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students that have met the...

According to the infamous groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil, we will enjoy an early spring as he did not catch sight of his own shadow. I don’t know about the rest of you, but I am ready for more than the occasional hint that spring is on its way. While...

Sixth grade students who enjoy and excel in math can join an after school Math Is Cool Club at Lakeside Middle School. This year’s team began meeting at the beginning of January, one day a week....

Worms, weather, and wonder combined to create a phenomenal night of learning. Eleven stations of interactive learning activities filled the Nine Mile Falls Elementary gym for Science Night Out. Mrs....

At the beginning of the wrestling season, expectations for each wrestler vary in every way possible. Some are expected to make it to State competition, while for others, we are cheering our hearts...

“I didn’t really know much,” admitted one second grader. Now, thanks to Mrs. Tracie Best’s extension of an article in National Geographic Explorer on the Solar System, this student is an...

Lakeside High School is sponsoring a Science Night for parents and students on Thursday, February 28th from 6:30 pm -8:00 pm. Come examine science career paths with us and learn about the many educational opportunities available to our Lakeside...

Technology is ever present in today’s world. It is a growing industry that seems to have limitless boundaries. Students have more access to tools that can be beneficial and helpful as they navigate through their educational years. There are...

Lakeside Middle School PTN is selling a candygrams before school from 7:00 am - 7:45 am and during lunches until February 12. The cost is $2.00 each or two for $3.00. You can also buy them at the concession stand during home games at the Middle...

Probably one of the best predictors of future success beyond high school is reading. This past fall I posted a new librarian position for Lakeside High School. My main objective was to bring in someone who would encourage students to read. Lakeside H...

World Heritage, a public benefit organization, is seeking local host families for high school boys and girls from Europe, Asia, and North and South America coming to this area for the upcoming school year. These personable and academically select...

I am always amazed at the speed at which a school year passes; unbelievably, this article arrives to you at the midpoint of yet another one. More surprising is the fact that I am in the middle of my fifth year as the superintendent of the Nine Mile...

We all know we should read more, but do we know why? As a teacher I am constantly stressing the importance of reading outside of the school day (Independent Reading). We should read more than our work day requires, read more than our teacher...

Three additional Nine Mile Falls School District teachers have earned their National Board Certification. At the January School Board meeting, Superintendent Brian Talbott congratulated Katie...

At the January School Board meeting, Superintendent Brian Talbott read a proclamation from Governor Christine Gregoire which declared January 2013 as School Board Recognition Month. It commended...

While applying to college may seem easy, getting in can prove to be more difficult. The key is finding the college choices that are the best fit for you. For example, going to the University of Hawaii may seem cool, despite the beaches, it might not...

This fall Lakeside High School Principal Brent Osborn introduced a new after school club on Robotics. This new club prepares students in Robotics and problem solving to compete in the Zillah Robot...

Two guys discussing their trucks has resulted in a “new” maintenance vehicle for the Nine Mile Falls School District. Community member Kenny Wuesthoff was teasing his friend Jerry Clark, newly...

As much as I would prefer to write a cheerful piece, I feel that I would be remiss to ignore the tragedy of Newtown, Connecticut. It is impossible to describe the shooting of school children and school staff as anything other than an unthinkable and...

The LMS and LHS Choirs had their Winter Concert this month....

Once again, Lakeside’s sports teams found themselves bringing home lots of hardware this fall. With over 200 student athletes at turn-outs, the fields and courts were busy at LHS. Every varsity team qualified for a chance at post-season play and...

On behalf of the Lakeside Middle School students and staff, I would like to send a sincere THANK YOU to the Nine Mile Falls Community for the generosity that was clearly demonstrated during our annual Associated Student Body Fund Run fund raiser....

It has been an exciting and busy start to the 2012-2013 school year in the Food Service Department! With the new guidelines from the USDA, we are offering well balanced meals on a daily basis. The guidelines focus on providing appropriate amounts of...

The LHS Wrestling Team is currently underway with their “Sponsor-A-Wrestler” fundraiser. This fundraiser began on Friday November 16, 2012. Sponsorship is available for $35.00 for the year. Anyone interested in supporting the Lakeside High...

Quarter grades have passed and this has left several students scrambling to get their grades back up. There is no substitute for visiting with your teacher before or after school and getting the extra help that you need. This is the best possible...

As the Principal of Lakeside High School I am fortunate that I can truly see what kind of advantage our students have by attending LHS. I share these items all across Spokane. When outside of work you will most always find me in Lakeside attire, and...

In lieu of my Dear Neighbors letter, I wanted to share a recent press release regarding Lakeside High School. Thank you for your continued support of our students and schools. Warm Regards Brian...

Recently I accompanied the Lakeside High School juniors to the National College Fair at the Spokane Convention Center. One of the workshops I attended focused on what colleges look for in applications. The presenter was an Admissions Representative...

That’s right, the Lakeside Wrestling team is hitting the mats, getting ready for another promising season. With a great student turn out for the team this year, including many returning State...

The 9 Mile Falls Elementary PTG is holding a book drive, proceeds will be used to purchase new non-fiction titles for our laker students. Please help if you can by donating gently used books to Nine Mile Falls Elementary from now until November 2nd....

The 15th Annual Fund Run was held October 19th. The entire Lakeside Middle School student body and staff walked, ran, or counted laps. Students and Staff would like to thank the many volunteers who attended the Fund Run last Friday. Terri Marikis,...

We know it is important for students to be in school every day, but do we really know how important? A 2007 study by the University of Chicago (mdrc.org) helped shed light on the value of attendance....

Communication is critically important to maintain a positive partnership between home and school. One of the ways in which we are able to communicate with you is through the district’s website. Once registered, you can sign up for E-Alerts, which...