
Congratulations to our Rangers Athlete's of the Week, sponsored by C-I Sports Boosters:
Marty Strom- Football
Anna Westin- Cross Country
Evan Rydberg- Football
Sophia Strom- Volleyball
Every two weeks, coaches nominate one of their athletes by filling out a form asking why that athlete deserves the nomination. Once filled out, Sports Boosters members vote for a female and male athlete.
Congratulations to our honorable mentions:
Kallie Nixon, Tori Oehrlein, Emma Silgen
"Never limit yourself, never be satisfied, and smile—it’s free" Jennie Finch
#GOCIGO #AOTW #RangerNation





📢 Join the Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC)! 🌟
Are you a parent/guardian of a child with special needs (has an Individualized Education Plan) in our District? We want your voice to be heard!
Our SEAC is a collaborative group of parents working with educators to improve special education services. It's a fantastic opportunity to:
✅ Share your experiences and ideas
✅ Help shape decisions that affect your child's education
✅ Advocate for a stronger, more inclusive community
Sign up today and make a difference for our kids! 📝
➡️ Sign Up Here, https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdVwTH4bizH0VdOIN-IxbgEeRlO1dzD8mv1gWW-ZC_k2-LFlw/viewform
Together, we can ensure every student thrives. 💙
Meeting invites will be sent to those interested in late October.


🌟 Join Our Team! 🌟
We are looking for TWO dedicated paraprofessionals to become a part of our school community. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in students lives, apply today! https://www.ci.k12.mn.us/o/cisd/page/employment


If voters approve the operating levy this November, a home valued at $300,000 would see an estimated property tax increase of $21 per month, starting in 2025.
To see the tax impact for your property, use our tax calculator at RangerNationStrongFoundation.org/tax-impact


Kindergartners were around town learning about neighborhoods and community helpers. They also got lucky and got enjoy the beautiful weather!🌞



🌟 Happy School Custodian Appreciation Day! 🌟
Today, we celebrate our hardworking custodians who keep our school clean and safe. From early mornings to late evenings, they ensure our hallways shine, classrooms stay spotless, and everyone has a clean environment to learn and grow.
Thank you for your constant care, kindness, and for being the heart of our school community. ❤️
Let's give a round of applause to these everyday heroes! 🙌👏
#CustodianAppreciation #ThankYouCustodians #SchoolHeroes





Students in Lego League are working hard to code their robots to complete as many challenges as possible on the challenge mats. Students will practice and code for months before they compete at a tournament against other teams. The teamwork among students has been remarkable to watch as they teach each other what they know about coding and work together to improve their robots. #code #lego #GoCIGo




Did you know that over 70% of Minnesota school districts use operating levies to support their schools? Crosby-Ironton School District does not have an operating levy, meaning our district receives less funding for our students and schools. Learn how this November's referendum, if approved by voters, would provide additional funding to help ensure high-quality education at RangerNationStrongFoundation.org/plan


C-I Juniors spent a morning at the Aitkin High School at an Interactive Career Fair. This Career Fair was a collaboration between the local Job Training Office (JET), Aitkin High School, and other local agencies. Students were able to participate in hands-on activities while interacting, exploring, and asking questions of potential employers in a variety of career fields. We even saw a couple of C-I alumni!










Last week, we sent a mailer to district residents with more information on the November referendum. 📭
Keep an eye out for this in your mailboxes, or read an online version at RangerNationStrongFoundation.org/resources


Here are our Artist's of the Week!
Wyatt Hanson 9th and Anna Westin 12th, Painting- Rooster and Cross Country acrylic paintings
Brianna Ridings and Lauren Bendson,7th Grade Art- Name Designs



It's Unified Bowling Fridays! #gocigo #rangernation

In Literacy class, students wrote poems to honor the people of Lahaina, Hawaii. This town was destroyed by wildfires in August of 2023. We read about the damage and how people came together to rebuild the community. Here are two poems written by 7th graders at C-I.



🌳First graders went on a nature walk on the CRES trail and used the outdoor classroom to complete their treasure hunt! 🐛🐜





Want to know how the Ranger Nation Strong Foundation plan addresses our school district’s current challenges? Visit RangerNationStrongFoundation.org for details on the plan, its tax impact, voting info, and much more.


Kindergarten had the pleasure of visiting the local grocery store, Super One! They got a tour of the store and learned so much. Thank you, Super One, for hosting us!





On September 18th, CIS English students and Spanish II and III students went to Central Lakes College Brainerd to attend Verse Like Water: the visiting poet program. Students were treated to a craft talk and reading session with Juan Felipe Herrera, the 2015-2017 U.S. Poet Laureate. Students also got a free copy of Herrera's newest poetry collection and had the opportunity to get the book signed by the poet! Thanks to CLC, and a special shout out to Jeff Johnson for providing this great opportunity!



Mrs. Barna's second graders got to explore with some math tools in the classroom! #mathisfun


Our school district faces a budget deficit that will impact our students, staff and schools. If approved this November, the Ranger Nation Strong Foundation plan would close the budget gap, stabilize funding and help preserve our district's great education.
Learn more at RangerNationStrongFoundation.org/plan.


Students in the Healthcare Occupations class met with Adam English to discuss what they can expect throughout the semester.