
Students in Anatomy and Physiology performed surgeries on gingerbread men today. The surgeries helped them practice their anatomical terminology skills.




Optional Chromebook Insurance is still available for $25
The insurance helps provide coverage for accidental damage to your student’s Chromebook during the school year.
📅 Deadline: September 4, 2026
💻 Cost: $25 per Chromebook
If you haven’t purchased insurance yet, visit the Optional Chromebook Insurance
https://gpo.worthavegroup.com/shakamak
The insurance helps provide coverage for accidental damage to your student’s Chromebook during the school year.
📅 Deadline: September 4, 2026
💻 Cost: $25 per Chromebook
If you haven’t purchased insurance yet, visit the Optional Chromebook Insurance
https://gpo.worthavegroup.com/shakamak

Welcome to the Shakamak Family, Tricia Gleason!
Tricia joins us as an elementary teacher, bringing extensive experience developing standards-aligned, differentiated instruction to meet the needs of K–6 learners.
We’re excited to have Tricia sharing her experience and supporting our young Lakers!
Tricia joins us as an elementary teacher, bringing extensive experience developing standards-aligned, differentiated instruction to meet the needs of K–6 learners.
We’re excited to have Tricia sharing her experience and supporting our young Lakers!

We are pleased to share that the areas of the school affected by flooding are now dry, and cleanup and restoration work continue.
District staff and professional cleanup crews are taking special care to thoroughly clean the affected areas and ensure the building and indoor air are safe and healthy for students and staff.
Based on our progress at this time, we plan to resume in-person school on Monday, August 17. We will continue monitoring conditions throughout the weekend and will notify families promptly if anything changes.
We are incredibly grateful to everyone who has worked, provided resources, and supported our district throughout this response. The outpouring of assistance from our staff, families, community, and responding agencies has been truly extraordinary.
District staff and professional cleanup crews are taking special care to thoroughly clean the affected areas and ensure the building and indoor air are safe and healthy for students and staff.
Based on our progress at this time, we plan to resume in-person school on Monday, August 17. We will continue monitoring conditions throughout the weekend and will notify families promptly if anything changes.
We are incredibly grateful to everyone who has worked, provided resources, and supported our district throughout this response. The outpouring of assistance from our staff, families, community, and responding agencies has been truly extraordinary.
Shakamak' s Volleyball match with Vincennes Rivet on Saturday, August 14, 2026 will be Varsity Only with a start time of 11:00am
Friday, August 14, will be an asynchronous learning day for MSD of Shakamak. Students should not report to school. Lessons will be posted in Google Classroom, and families will be given flexibility with all assignments.
District staff, emergency personnel, student-athletes, and community members have been working throughout the day to assess and respond to flooding at the school following extraordinary rainfall Wednesday night.
The outpouring of support and resources has been truly extraordinary. We are deeply grateful to everyone who has stepped forward to help our school and community. Here are a few photos from today’s response efforts.
Additional updates will be shared as information becomes available.
District staff, emergency personnel, student-athletes, and community members have been working throughout the day to assess and respond to flooding at the school following extraordinary rainfall Wednesday night.
The outpouring of support and resources has been truly extraordinary. We are deeply grateful to everyone who has stepped forward to help our school and community. Here are a few photos from today’s response efforts.
Additional updates will be shared as information becomes available.




Friday, August 14th, 2026 will be an Asynchronous Learning Day. Check your email for additional information.

MSD of Shakamak will be closed today due to flooding and water entering the school building. There will be no eLearning today.
Welcome to the Shakamak Team Christa Stultz!
Mrs. Stultz joins Shakamak Junior-Senior High School as our new Guidance Counselor and Student Success Coach. She will support students as they navigate academic planning, personal growth, and preparation for life after high school.
We’re excited to have Christa encouraging and guiding our Lakers!
Mrs. Stultz joins Shakamak Junior-Senior High School as our new Guidance Counselor and Student Success Coach. She will support students as they navigate academic planning, personal growth, and preparation for life after high school.
We’re excited to have Christa encouraging and guiding our Lakers!

Welcome to the Shakamak Family, Alexis Schulz!
Mrs. Schulz joins us as our new Career and Technical Education (CTE) teacher. Along with a new teacher come new course options for our students!
This year, we are excited to offer:
🔨 Principles of Construction
🛠️ Laker Industries
⚙️ Principles of Advanced Manufacturing — NEW!
🏭 Principles of Industry 4.0 and Digital Manufacturing — NEW!
🏗️ Intro to Construction — NEW junior high rotation!
These courses will give students opportunities to explore modern technology, manufacturing, construction, and potential career pathways.
We're excited to welcome Mrs. Schulz and expand career-connected learning for our Lakers!
Mrs. Schulz joins us as our new Career and Technical Education (CTE) teacher. Along with a new teacher come new course options for our students!
This year, we are excited to offer:
🔨 Principles of Construction
🛠️ Laker Industries
⚙️ Principles of Advanced Manufacturing — NEW!
🏭 Principles of Industry 4.0 and Digital Manufacturing — NEW!
🏗️ Intro to Construction — NEW junior high rotation!
These courses will give students opportunities to explore modern technology, manufacturing, construction, and potential career pathways.
We're excited to welcome Mrs. Schulz and expand career-connected learning for our Lakers!

Welcome to the Shakamak Team, Hannah Messmer!
Mrs. Messmer joins us as our new Career Coach, helping students explore their interests, discover career opportunities, and prepare for life beyond graduation.
We’re excited to have her supporting our Lakers!
Mrs. Messmer joins us as our new Career Coach, helping students explore their interests, discover career opportunities, and prepare for life beyond graduation.
We’re excited to have her supporting our Lakers!

📢 Chromebook Insurance Reminder
Parents and Guardians,
Don't forget that optional Chromebook Insurance is still available for the 2026-2027 school year.
For $25 per student, you can help protect against unexpected repair costs due to accidental damage. This affordable option provides added peace of mind throughout the school year.
🗓️ Enrollment is open through Friday, September 4.
After September 4, Chromebook insurance will no longer be available to purchase for this school year.
MSD of Shakamak Technology Department
Parents and Guardians,
Don't forget that optional Chromebook Insurance is still available for the 2026-2027 school year.
For $25 per student, you can help protect against unexpected repair costs due to accidental damage. This affordable option provides added peace of mind throughout the school year.
🗓️ Enrollment is open through Friday, September 4.
After September 4, Chromebook insurance will no longer be available to purchase for this school year.
MSD of Shakamak Technology Department
We’re excited to introduce Rooms—a new way for families, students, and teachers to stay connected in one convenient place. Through the app, you can access class updates, messages, events, documents, notifications, and more.
Download the MSD of Shakamak app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, then be sure to enable notifications so you don’t miss important updates!
Already have the app? Watch for more information about accessing Rooms as we begin the new school year.
#ShakamakProud #ShakamakLakers #StayConnected
Download the MSD of Shakamak app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, then be sure to enable notifications so you don’t miss important updates!
Already have the app? Watch for more information about accessing Rooms as we begin the new school year.
#ShakamakProud #ShakamakLakers #StayConnected

High School supply list

Preparing for the first day of school. Here is the supply list for the jr. high students.

Please join us in welcoming Jodi Sexton to the Shakamak Team!
Jodi joins our elementary team with a passion for creating meaningful learning experiences and helping students grow both academically and personally. We're excited to have her as part of our Laker community.
Welcome to Shakamak, Jodi—we're glad you're here!
Jodi joins our elementary team with a passion for creating meaningful learning experiences and helping students grow both academically and personally. We're excited to have her as part of our Laker community.
Welcome to Shakamak, Jodi—we're glad you're here!

Seniors Paint Your Parking Spaces
Seniors check your school emails for additional information.
Sign Up Here https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E44A9A92AA3FDC16-64905686-senior#/

Planning ahead for the 2026–2027 school year? 📅
Save this Vacation Planner for important school breaks, holidays, early dismissals, and other calendar dates that may affect your family’s plans. View the full 2026–2027 school calendar HERE.

We're excited to welcome Elena Andrades as our new Elementary Special Education Teacher!
Elena brings a passion for supporting every learner. We can't wait for our students and families to get to know her as she joins the Laker team this school year.
Please join us in giving Elena a warm Shakamak welcome! #LakerPride #WelcomeToShakamak
Elena brings a passion for supporting every learner. We can't wait for our students and families to get to know her as she joins the Laker team this school year.
Please join us in giving Elena a warm Shakamak welcome! #LakerPride #WelcomeToShakamak

Welcome to the Shakamak Family, Katelyn Knowles!
We are excited to welcome Katelyn as a new teacher in our Little Lakers Preschool program. She will play an important role in helping our youngest Lakers learn, grow, and begin building a strong foundation for their educational journey.
Please join us in giving Katelyn a warm Shakamak welcome!
We are excited to welcome Katelyn as a new teacher in our Little Lakers Preschool program. She will play an important role in helping our youngest Lakers learn, grow, and begin building a strong foundation for their educational journey.
Please join us in giving Katelyn a warm Shakamak welcome!
