We are looking for local growers who are willing to sell produce to our school in the event we are funded for extended lunch service though the summer! Please contact Dawn Fischer at 507-925-4143 or DFischer@echo.charter.k12.mn.us. READ MORE >
The ECHO Charter school is asking for face mask donations for the upcoming school year. If you are willing to donate, please contact Helen Blue-Redner at 507-925-4143 or HBlue.Redner@echo.charter.k12.mn.us. READ MORE >
Come join the school for a free come and go lunch lunch for families, businesses and the community! READ MORE >
Hello Helen, I am the project manager for the Highway 67 failure between Granite Falls and Echo. MnDOT closed Hwy 67 near the Upper Sioux Agency State Park in spring 2019 due to a large slope failure. We have been monitoring the movement and analyzing what would be required to correct the failure; we have determined that due to cost and... READ MORE >
News from the State of Minnesota! Make a Plan, Minnesota Updated June 8, 2020 As Minnesota perseveres through the COVID-19 public health crisis, we know that more people will become sick and require hospitalization. We need families to be prepared. In other states, countries, and communities in Minnesota, there have been parents who have become too ill with... READ MORE >
Families who qualify for Free/Reduced Meals—read this important message from the State of Minnesota! Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) The Minnesota Department of Human Services is now offering additional funds for the families of children ages 5 to 18 who qualify for free and reduced-price meals. This new program, called Pandemic EBT... READ MORE >
Minnesota Department of Human Services is offering a grocery assistance prgram. Pleases read the attached flyer for more information! READ MORE >
Congratulations to the Class of 2020! ECHO Charter School graduation will be Friday, July 24,2020 at 7pm. More details to follow at a later date! READ MORE >
2020 Senior Recognition Night READ MORE >
Please call the school at 507-925-4143 to register you child for Kindergarten or for more information! READ MORE >
We need fun pictures of what you have been doing during this Covid-19 quarantine time. We would like to capture this bizarre time and put it in our school yearbook. Please send your pictures to Echoyearbook1@gmail.com and we’ll take care of the rest. Thank you very much, Haylea, Maddie and the Yearbook class READ MORE >
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the election for the ECHO Charter School Board of Education, originally scheduled for April 30, 2020, will be rescheduled until a later date, TBD. If you are interested in serving on the Board and you would like further information on the process, feel free to contact the school at 507.925.4143, or contact Debbie Eakes, Board Chair. READ MORE >
ECHO Charter Schools distant learning plan can be found under the Explore tab. Once in explore click documents, our district, and finally on our Distance Learning Plan. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the school! READ MORE >
We are still holding our Blood Mobile at this time. For more information about the steps they are taking, please visit the following link: https://www.redcrossblood.org/…/coronavirus--covid-19--and-… READ MORE >
Please look in the documents under students and parents miscellaneous folder for an offer from Arvig on internet for students during this COVID-19 time. READ MORE >
ECHO Charter School has made the decision to cancel our Puffin sales for this school year. Any questions please call the school 507-925-4143. READ MORE >
ECHO Charter School will convene at the usual time on Monday, March 16 with an early out at 1:00pm following lunch, Students will take all necessary learning material home with them at this time. School will be closed Tuesday, March 17- Friday, March 27. There will be NO distant learning until March 30 if necessary. Please contact the school with any questions! READ MORE >
ECHO Charter School open Monday 3/16; closed 3/17-3/27 with Distance Learning. Staff report all days. READ MORE >
By order of Governor Tim Walz, schools in Minnesota will close from March 18-27. ECHO Charter will be conducting distance learning during this time. School will convene tomorrow so that students can gather necessary learning material, but we MAY be closed to students on Tuesday, March 17. (Staff will still report that day.) ANY PARENT WHO WORK IN THE HEALTH CARE... READ MORE >
School Board Meeting Wednesday, February 19,2020 at 6pm. READ MORE >
No school Friday, February 14, 2020 or Monday, February 17, 2020. Enjoy your weekend! READ MORE >
ECHO Charter School is CLOSED today. E-Learning Day. READ MORE >
ECHO Charter School will be 2 hours late tomorrow Thursday, February 13, 2020. Buses on plowed roads only. READ MORE >
ECHO School Board meeting scheduled for tomorrow Wednesday, February 12,2020 has been postponed due to school closure.. New date TBA. READ MORE >
ECHO Charter School is closed tomorrow Wednesday, February 12, 2020. It is an E-Learning Day. Instructions for E-Learning day:Go to school website; hit explore; hit teacher pages; do all of the work as designated for your classes. READ MORE >
Trap informational meeting for parents and students in grades 6-12 is scheduled for Tuesday, February 18 at 7pm in the school cafeteria. Hope to see everyone there! READ MORE >
The February School Board meeting has been changed to Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at 6pm. READ MORE >
On the days that there is play practice (Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday) Rita's bus (Bus 1) will drop off 10 minutes early. READ MORE >
K-12 Parent/Teacher Conferences are Thursday, February 6,2020 from 4pm-7pm. READ MORE >
Spring Picture Day is Tuesday, February 18, 2020. READ MORE >
Next week for School Choice we will be having dress up days! Monday- PJ Day, Tuesday-Decades Day, Wednesday-Western Day, and Thursday-Rockets Day! Hope to see everyone dressing up! READ MORE >
School Spelling Bee Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at 2pm in the cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! READ MORE >
On February 12th, 2020 the Minnesota Dental Sealant Program is coming to Echo Charter School. The sealant program allows students to receive free or low cost dental services here at school, but we need your help! We need at least 10 kids to be signed up by January 13 or we will not be enrolled in the program. A letter should have been sent out to parents already,... READ MORE >
ECHO Charter School is 2 hours late today Monday, December 9, 2019. Buses on plowed roads only. READ MORE >
ECHO Charter School is closed tomorrow Wednesday, November 27,2019. Happy Thanksgiving! READ MORE >
Due to a power issue, our phone service in and out of the building is not working. Sorry for any inconvenience. READ MORE >
Due to the forecasted winter storm for Tuesday, November 26, 2019, the 3-12 field trip to the Cities has been postponed. It will be rescheduled at a later time. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the school. READ MORE >
The students of ECHO Charter School led a commemoration of Veterans Day on Monday, November 11. Five students--Destiny Anderson, Autumn Harder, Izzy Steckelberg, Maddie Slettedahl, and Christian Knutson were in good company delivering messages about their personal experiences with veterans in their families. The keynote speaker, Dorian Gatchell, a 29-year veteran... READ MORE >
Basketball Meeting: Nov. 14Parent/Teacher conferences, Family Game Night, & spaghetti fundraiser: Nov. 21St. Paul Field Trip: Nov. 26Thanksgiving Break: Early out Nov. 27, 28th & 29th no school READ MORE >
Echo Charter School's Veterans Day program will be held on Monday, November 11th at 2:00 pm. There will be student speakers as well as our special guest speaker Dorian Gatchell. It will be held in the school cafeteria, and is open to the public. READ MORE >
Tonight's games against Metro Deaf School is cancelled due to a large amount of their girls being out of school due to sickness. There will be no game or practice tonight. Thank you for your support during the girl's volleyball season! READ MORE >
Students are now selling Little Caesar Pizzas! Forms are due November 4,2019 and pizza pick up will be November 20.2019. Contact a student to order or if you have questions contact Sara Weiss-Dunphy at 507-925-4143 or SDunphy@echo.charter.k12.mn.us. You can also order online by following the link :http://www.pizzakit.com/fundra... READ MORE >
Due to lack of candidate filings, the Special Election for ECS School scheduled for Board has been canceled. The Board will now begin soliciting appointments for positions. READ MORE >
Benefit For Tanner Lentz, Graduate of Echo CharterSunday, Oct 27th, 9am - 1pmOdeon Hall, 204 Main St, BelviewFree Will Donation, Pancake BreakfastSilent Auction RaffleFor more information, use this link:https://www.echo.charter.k12.m... READ MORE >
The school board meeting set for today, Sept. 12, has been rescheduled to Monday, Sept. 16th READ MORE >
You can access the School Board election notice by using this link:https://www.echo.charter.k12.m... READ MORE >
The ASVAB will be administered on Nov. 4 for students in grades 10-12. The test will start at 8:30 a.m. If you have any questions, please contact Sara Dunphy at the school. READ MORE >
Volleyball practice for girls in grades 6-12 will start on Monday, August 26 after school. READ MORE >
As you prepare for the upcoming school year, the Minnesota Department of Revenue would like your help informing families about two state programs: the Minnesota K-12 Education Credit and Subtraction. Many families do not know about, or take advantage of, these valuable tax benefits. What should families... READ MORE >
Back to school night will be held on August 22nd 2019 from 4 PM - 7 PM. We will also have an open house for prospective families. READ MORE >
Sometimes the most interesting people drop by! A few Echo High School-ites might remember Clyde Slocum, who stopped by to visit his old school this week. Approaching his ninth decade, Clyde shared many happy memories of his time here. Prior to being students here, the fierce Slocum boys beat the then indefatigable Echo Rockets boys... READ MORE >
ECHO Charter is now enrolling for the 2019-2020 school year! Here is what parents are saying about us*-- “Small classes, fewer cliques, everybody gets to play when it comes to sports.” “A place where everyone can fit in and be accepted.” “Accepting, intelligent educators who are concerned about children overall.” ... READ MORE >
The school board meeting has been rescheduled from Thursday, July 11 to Tuesday, July 16. READ MORE >
Kids and parents of ECHO Charter! See the attached article to access the FREE Math vs. Zombies game! These lessons, including Math vs. Zombies, are free for teachers and students all summer long. ... READ MORE >
ECHO Charter School is hiring a receptionist.Duties: Friendly & informative first contact for students, families and other visitors. Answer phones, make copies, other duties as assigned.Please contact Kristi at 507-925-4143 for more information. READ MORE >
Stingers Baseball Events Sensory-Friendly Event Featuring Northwoods League Stingers Baseball Players WHO: Children, Teens, Young Adults and their Families with Health Challenges: Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, Sensory Issues, Developmental Delays, Syndromes & Disabilities. ... READ MORE >
Help wanted:Full-time 7-12 English teacherFull-time K-12 Phyed teacherFull-time K-12 Music teacherFull-time Elementary teacherBus driversSubstitute teachers and paraprofessionalsFor more information please contact Kristi at 507-925-4143. READ MORE >
We are seeking volunteers at ECS for the library, reading to elementary classes, planning, cleaning, painting and help in any other parts of the building as needed. If you would be interested in helping out please contact Kristi at 507-925-4143.Remember, it takes a community to build a Community School. READ MORE >
To ECHO Charter School Parents and Guardians:Impossible! The year has almost come to an end! Seniors will be making their way across the stage on May 24, juniors will be nervously looking at next year and planning for college, sixth graders will be wondering how junior high classes are to be...To end the year on a high note, we've scheduled a few field trips so the... READ MORE >
The Minnesota Science Museum will be on site on Wednesday, May 8, for Science in the Classroom! Grades K-6 will do experiments and learn all about science! This is the second half of our Science Museum sleepover program that the kids enjoyed in March! Parents--feel free to come watch. Call the school for more information. READ MORE >
We are looking for parents who would be willing to chaperone Dakota Historical/Cultural field trips. As of right now we have two field trips set up. We are in search of 4 parent volunteers. Please call the school if you would be willing to help out. READ MORE >
The Science Fair will be held on Monday, April 29th. It will begin at 1 PM and end at 3:45 PM. READ MORE >
Board Elections 7am-7pm & Annual Parent Meeting, Thursday, April 4, 6:00 p.m. READ MORE >
ECHO Charter School is in the process of applying for the After School Program/Summer Program grant money to continue into next school year. If you could please take the time to complete the following survey we would appreciate it. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/H52DWDR Questions? Contact Melanie Kurtz READ MORE >
Prom will be held on May 3rd, 2019. This years theme is Carnival. Grand march will be at 6:30 PM and the dance will be from 7 PM - 11 PM. It is $25 per person. READ MORE >
Spring break will be from April 18th to April 22nd. READ MORE >
We are monitoring flood conditions in the event we need to alter bus routes due to road closures. If this should happen, we will send out a Remind and post information on the website. READ MORE >
On April 4th Echo Charter School will be holding board elections from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM. Along with the elections there will be an annual parent meeting starting at 6:00 PM. The Butter Braid fundraiser will begin on March 26th and will end on April 9th. READ MORE >
MCA testing will begin on March 18th. Each day it is held, the testing will start at 8:30 AM. Make up days will be available. March 18thReading: 10th GradeApril 1stScience: 10th & 11th GradeMarch 19thReading: 8th GradeApril 2ndScience: 8th GradeMarch 20thReading: 7th GradeApril 3rdScience: 5th GradeMarch 21stReading: 6th GradeApril 4, 5, 8 Make up daysMarch... READ MORE >
Echo Charter School will be holding a Blood Drive on Wednesday, April 17, 2019 from 1 - 7 PM. You can find a flier by using this URL: https://5il.co/6qc2 READ MORE >
On March 7th - 8th there will be a sleepover at the Science Museum of Minnesota for grades 3-6. READ MORE >
Play practice has begun in earnest for the school's Dinner Theatre production of, "Dinner at Eight, Dead by Nine." Thespians will perform on April 5-6. Tickets are $15. READ MORE >
Echo Charter School is having a community Christmas caroling program. It will be held on Monday, December 17 at 7 PM. There will be treats available for goodwill donations. READ MORE >
The Accuplacer test will be held on Wednesday Nov. 14 @ 8:30 a.m. Students in grades 10-12 can sign up. Must be signed up by Nov. 13. Must bring social security card. READ MORE >
I think I’m gonna start with the amount of flexibility from most of the teachers and staff. I’m a little smarter than my classmates, so in math, the teacher put me on a more advanced book to work out of. I also like that everyone knows everyone. I can socialize easily with people that are years younger and years older than me. I feel like I can finally be me. At my... READ MORE >
It’s official! ECHO Charter School has the #2 21st Century After-School Program in the State! At a recent meeting of the 21st Century leadership, ECHO Charter was notified that it had the #2 After School Program in Cohorts 6 and 7, which are funded through 21st Century Program funds. This is a big deal and one of which we should be very proud! The ranking means... READ MORE >
ECHO Charter Elementary Students Get a Lesson in Fire Safety… and Halloween! ECHO Charter students have had a busy fall doing lots of fun things, not the least of which was an inflamed afternoon at the Echo Fire Hall, complete with tours of the engines and lots of interesting information about how to be fire-safe. Students also hosted their annual... READ MORE >
“Reports of My Death Have Been Greatly Exaggerated” Helen Blue-Redner, Director, ECHO Charter School I always try to ignore rumors; I follow the dictum that one doesn’t answer a question until the question has been asked. However, it’s time to put some things to rest. ECHO Charter School is NOT CLOSING. Declining student enrollment, not unlike other local... READ MORE >
Parent Letter, October 9, 2018 Greetings, Parents and Guardians of ECHO Charter Students! Hard to believe, but it’s October and Halloween events are right around the corner! October marks not only my favorite holiday, but more importantly, it marks Anti-Bullying Awareness Month at schools across the country. This morning, students, teachers,... READ MORE >
Zuzu African Acrobats Perform at ECHO Charter SchoolThunderous applause echoed through the ECHO Charter School gymnasium for a full hour asstudents, staff, and families “ooh’d and aah’d” their way through the performance of the ZuzuAfrican Acrobats. The Zuzu troupe, which hails from Mombasa, Kenya, has performed athundreds of schools across the nation and appeared... READ MORE >
Calling all parents/guardians of American Indian Students at ECHO Charter School! ECHO Charter School will be receiving Indian Education funding this year for the first time in the school's history and are seeking parents/guardians to serve on our Indian Parent Advisory Committee (PAC). Please call or text Helen Blue-Redner if you are interested! (Call:... READ MORE >
Join us! WHO: YOU & Workplace Representatives from throughout Southwest Minnesota WHAT: Campaign Kick-Off Event WHEN: Wednesday, September 12th from 3:30pm-4:30pm WHERE: Marshall-Lyon County Library WHY: Because Southwest Minnesota ROCKS! There will be… * New tools, resources, materials and ideas! * Door... READ MORE >
August 22, 2018 Dear Parents/Guardians: Greetings from ECHO Charter School on our first day of school! The students convened this morning for our 2018 Convocation to talk about traditions that have come to be hallmarks here: kindness, consideration, inclusion, and striving. We also talked about the “10,000-hour” rule, in... READ MORE >
ECHO Charter School is now enrolling! Call 507-925-4143 for information! READ MORE >
Echo School Board August Meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday, August 15th @ 6:00pm in the Library. READ MORE >
Note from the Director If you have been following the news, you will know that this Wednesday, March 14, marks the one-month anniversary of the tragic school shooting at Marjory Stoneman High School in Florida. While there is a national movement to acknowledge the tragic events by staging walk-outs across in schools across the country, what I am proposing moves... READ MORE >
FAFSA night will be held on Monday, March 26 at 6:00 in the computer lab. Parents and students will be signing up for an FSA ID (if you don’t already have one) and should bring tax returns either from 2017 or 2016. Completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is a must for financial aid for colleges. READ MORE >
High school will be taking the ACT test on Feb 27, 2018. If anyone has any questions, call 507-925-4143 or email Helen Blue-Redner at HBlue.Redner@echo.charter.k12.mn.us. READ MORE >
Attention parents/students, quarter 3 midterm is on February 6th. Students with failing grades in one or more core courses may be ineligible to participate in team sports according to the 2017, 2018 student handbook. READ MORE >
Check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbHxTo2F9IFuIf7B4DIbbyg READ MORE >
Director’s Column: January, 2018Welcome to winter! We have now successfully navigated through the first semester with new teachers, students, and staff members are experiencing the smooth “hum” of completing assignments, asking questions and actively learning, playing sports, and participating in After School Program! Every parent wants his or her student to... READ MORE >
Helen Blue-Redner, a graduate of both Princeton and Harvard Universities and 7-12 Science teacher at ECHO Charter School, has been named the school’s new Director. After substitute teaching for a year at the school and teaching 7-12 Science the following year, Blue-Redner readily accepted the offer to lead the school. “Having the chance to put into practical use... READ MORE >
Most people get over the flu, but it can interrupt your life. The flu can be dangerous for the very old or the very young, so they need to be careful if they come down with it. This English language show talks in some detail about the seasonal flu, ways to prevent catching the flu, and what to do if you do get sick. ECHO | Preventing Seasonal Flu | English READ MORE >
In an emergency, ECHO will work with public officials to provide you and your family with the information that you need to stay healthy and safe in multiple languages. In the event of a public health or safety crisis: Call ECHO Phone 1-888-883-8831 (toll free within Minnesota). ECHO Phone will provide background on the situation as well as instructions on how to... READ MORE >
Please sign-up at the ECHO School. Interested Trap Team Athlete's eligibility is the following:1. You need to be in grade 6-12 (must be 12-years of age before the end of registration), AND2. Possesses a firearm safety certificate, AND3. Meet school curricular activity eligibility requirements. * YME Students are also allowed to join the ECHO Charter Team but you... READ MORE >