Welcome to Lake Nokomis Community School!
 

The mission of Lake Nokomis Community School is to foster in young people the creative minds, healthy bodies and ethical spirits needed to contribute positively to a global society. We strive for academic success from elementary through the middle school years, preparing our students to achieve their greatest potential. We represent diverse cultures and experiences which allows for instruction in the meaning and value of community and the importance of life long learning.

Wenonah Campus, Grades: K-3
5625 23rd Ave. South
Minneapolis, MN 55417
Phone: 612.668.5040
Fax: 612.668.5050
Attendance: 612.668.5045
ALC Coordinator: Jay Swenson 612.668.5040

Keewaydin Campus, Grades: 4-8
5209 30th Ave. South
Minneapolis, MN 55417
Phone: 612.668.4670
Fax: 612.668.4680
Attendance: 612.668.4678
ALC Coordinator: Jennifer Dowzak 612.668.4670
Community Education Coordinator: Edwin Garthune 612.668.4544

Be sure to scroll all the way down this page to see the complete list of news and events!
Valentine's Day Celebration

Valentine’s Dinner & Family Dance, Saturday, February 11th

Spaghetti Dinner from 5-7. Silent Auction from 5-7:30. Dance from 6:30-8:30

Flyer & Ticket Order Form:  English  |  Spanish
LNCS Parents Are Encouraged to Register for CPEO Class

Connecting Parents to Educational Opportunities

Mondays, February 13-April 9 (no class on Feb. 20 or April 2), 6:00-8:30 pm, at Keewaydin Campus
LNCS Spirit Wear

Now available! Download Order Form (PDF, 34k)
New Food Rules!

Minneapolis Public Schools has adopted a new policy re: Food in Classrooms.

Please note the following excerpt: "Food shall not be served as a reward, incentive or as part of a personal celebration whether prepared by the teacher or by a student or student's family, unless the food served is part of a student's IEP (Individual Education Plan) or IAP (Individual Accommodation Plan)."

Read the full policy here. (PDF, 150 kB)
Media Releases

A Media Release Form is required for your child’s photo to appear in the yearbook. (more)

LNCS Construction!

Please see our Site Council's page for information about the upcoming building construction.
Tuesday, January 31, 2012 10:30 AM
Monday, February 06, 2012 5:30 PM

@ Wenonah
Monday, February 06, 2012 6:30 PM
Keewaydin School Tours
Wednesday, November 16, 2011 1:10 PM

Please contact Keewaydin Family Liaison, Sarah Dutton, sarah.dutton@mpls.k12.mn.us or by phone at 668.4670 to schedule a tour. Tours are offered on Mondays or Wednesdays any time between 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Tours will take approximately 30 minutes.
Wenonah School Tours
Tuesday, November 15, 2011 10:45 AM

Please contact Wenonah Family Liaison, Beth Giles, elizabeth.giles@mpls.k12.mn.us or by phone at 668.5040 to schedule a tour. Tours will take approximately 30 minutes. (more info...)
One Minneapolis, One Read
Tuesday, October 04, 2011 12:10 PM

Minneapolis' first-ever community read! (more...)
Go Paperless in 2011!
Wednesday, September 21, 2011 12:00 PM

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