LCOOU Student Housing Dormitories Grand Opening
Home LCOOU Student Housing Dormitories Grand Opening Friday, August 22, 2025 | 11:00 AM Location – 13457 W Froemel Road, Hayward, WI 54843 (adjacent to the Lac Courte Oreilles University Farm) Join us as we celebrate this exciting new chapter for our students and community! Event Schedule Opening Remarks Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Self-Guided Tours Complimentary Lunch Come see the new dormitories, connect with community members, and share in this historic moment for Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University. We look forward to welcoming you! For more information – https://www.lco.edu/student-housing Back To All News
TLAC Training Sponsorships
Home Open Application Period August 11th – September 12th, 2025 Associated Training Services Heavy Equipment 1 Training Program Requirements 18 years of age with a Valid Driver’s license State of WI Resident Enrolled Tribal Member/Descendent (Tribal ID/Proof of Descendent) Tribal Department Staff will receive first consideration (Tribal Roads Departments, Tribal Housing Departments, Tribal Forestry Departments, etc.) Training Dates October 27th – November 14, 2025 Application & Curriculum Heavy Equipment Training 1 Scholarship Application Heavy Equipment Training 1 Curriculum Outline Please contact the TLAC Director for any questions or to have an application sent directly to you. TLAC DirectorNoel Vandivernoel.vandiver@scc-nsn.gov Back To All News
Seeking Tribal Elders
Home Seeking Tribal Elders GLITC is seeking Tribal Elders to teach other natives in the community. Qualifications: 55 years old or older Tribal member Teach What: Craft Classes Language Do storytelling We pay in incentive for teaching. We buy all the supplies needed. We help during the classes. Contact: Theresa Rauworth, 715-588-1082, trauworth@glitc.org Jessica Soulier, 715-588-1057, jsoulier@glitc.org Back To All News
Indigenous Youth Rising 1st Annual Golf Tournament
Home Indigenous Youth Rising – 1st Annual Golf Tournament Sunday, August 17th, 2025 | Shotgun start – 9:00 am (Registration – 8:00 am) Location – Big Fish Golf Club – 14122 True North Lane, Hayward, WI 54843 Please join us in a golf & fun filled day whilst making a difference for our future leaders! 4 Person Scramble $500/Team Includes rolling lunch, cart & dinner Prize – $7200 Registration – 8:00 am Shotgun Start – 9:00 am Registration & Sponsorship Information Laura – 715-558-4269 Kyleigh – 715-699-6122 indigenousyouthrising@gmail.com Indigenous Youth Rising is a new not-for-profit corporation created by local LCO members that are seeking to raise funds to support our children in connecting with their cultural heritage and achieving academic success. Many young Indigenous individuals face barriers that limit their access to cultural experiences, such as language programs, traditional arts, ceremonies, and land-based learning. By funding these initiatives, we can help foster a stronger sense of identity, belonging, and resilience. Additionally, we aim to create a financial support system that assists our youth in pursuing their academic goals, whether through scholarships, tutoring, or school-related expenses. Investing in both cultural and educational opportunities empowers these young people to thrive and become future leasers in their communities. If you feel moved and are in a position to help, any contribution makes a difference! For more information – Please contact indigenousyouthrising@gmail.com or follow us on facebook! Back To All News
2025 Health Benefits Fair
Home 2025 Health Benefits Fair Friday, September 19th, 2025 Location: Sevenwinds Casino Conference Center – 13767 W County Road B, Hayward, WI 54843 Choose a Session: 9:00AM – 12:00 PM OR 12:00PM – 3:00PMPanel discussions at 9:15 & 12:30 What To Expect: Learn about Medicare, Medicaid, and Insurance Benefits! Get help signing up for coverage on the spot! Learn about LCO’s Medicare and Health Insurance Reimbursement Programs To enroll, please bring: Income – estimated amounts & sources Assets – estimates of what you own Health Insurance Card Medication List This is not a marketing event. Insurance brokers are not permitted. Back To All News
21st Century After School and Summer School Grant Renewed
Home By Jessica HutchisonJuly 29,2025 21st Century After School and Summer School Grant Renewed Lac Courte Oreilles, Wis. – The Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe Schools received notice that the 21st Century after school and summer school grant renewal application has been awarded. This was one of the funding sources which will allow us to continue our after-school programs as well as annual summer school support for kids and families. We will also be posting a part time (25 hour a week, 46 week) Program Coordinator position that will be managing the program. For more information on the Program Coordinator position, see the job description to the right or contact: Preston ‘Stony’ Larson, HR DirectorLac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe Schools Phone: 715-634-8924, ext 1225 OR Jessica Hutchison, SuperintendentLac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe Schools Phone: 715-634-8924, ext 1229 Back To All News
Transportation Driver Wanted For The Clinic
Home LAC COURTE OREILLES COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER 9940 N County Hwy K, Hayward, Wisconsin 54843-2186 Telephone: 715-638-5102 Fax: 715-634-6107 www.lcohc.com On the Road to Better Health – At the heart of every journey we make is the well-being of the people we serve in our community. As a driver for healthcare appointments, you’re not just behind the wheel—you’re helping someone access the care they need, when they need it. Whether it’s a routine check-up, a vital treatment session, your role is essential. The trust patients place in our drivers goes beyond transportation—it’s about delivering comfort, reliability, and a sense of security on the road. If you’re passionate about making a difference, ensuring that patients receive the care they deserve, and want to be part of a team that truly values compassion, we want you on our team here at the Lac Courte Oreilles Community Health Center Employment opportunity: Healthcare Transportation Driver – MTM Certified Collaborative Work Environment State-of-the-Art Facility Competitive Pay Generous Benefits Package (Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability, Life insurance, PTO, paid Holidays, paid CE credits & more!) Apply today and bring your talent where it’s truly valued. Please visit the LCO Health Center website for full job description and list of qualifications. Applications may be obtained from and submitted to: Lac Courte Oreilles Community Health Center Human Resources 9940N County Hwy K Hayward, WI 54843 (715) 638-5132 healthcenter@lcohc.com Back To All News
Five Year Accreditation Review at the LCO School
Home By Jessica HutchisonJuly 21, 2025 Five Year Accreditation Review at the Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe School Boozhoo Parents, Families, and Community Members! The 2025-2026 school year marks an exciting time for the Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe School, its students and staff, and the entire community. This year we will celebrate 50 years of education at the Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe School, and we have some exciting celebrations that are in the works to mark the half century of indigenous learning that has taken place. Please stay tuned for more information on how families and community members can join in the celebration! This year we will also be undergoing the school accreditation process that is required of all Bureau of Indian Education schools every 5 years. An accreditation review is a process that schools undergo as a way to ensure that the major components of quality education are being met, to identify areas in need of improvement, and to help formulate long term plans for the future. The LCO school has successfully maintained accreditation for at least two decades and we are confident that this status will continue long into the future. The accreditation process is being led by the School Leadership team, a working group composed of program directors, administration, veteran teachers, and student support personnel, and is guided by the COGNIA Accreditation Framework. Being nationally accredited means that LCO is a legitimate and reputable school, where students can be assured that they are receiving an education that is transferable to college or career. Accreditation also guarantees that LCO remains eligible for federal and state financial support and that graduates are eligible for federal financial aid and scholarships. During the accreditation process, the curriculum, instruction and student support services are reviewed, with a heavy focus on data, observation, and stakeholder feedback. The Waadookodaading Ojibwe Language Immersion program is a partner in the review process. The LCO accreditation review process began last spring with the request for parent feedback via an electronic survey. This survey will again be available for parents and guardians at the Fall Open House on August 21st. Additionally, students will be asked to complete surveys when school resumes. Classroom observations will also be a component of the review process in the early part of the school year. The accreditation review process will culminate with a virtual school engagement visit on November 13th, 2025, where parents, students and staff will be asked to participate in round table discussion facilitated by the independent reviewer. After the review is completed, the school will receive a summary report which will assist in continuous improvement on identified goals and objectives until the next review in 2030 takes place. This report will be shared with the community and will be available on our school website which also has a link to our previous review in 2021. If you have questions about the review process or would like to volunteer to complete the parent survey or participate in the round table discussion, please contact Jessica Hutchison at jessica.hutchison@lcoosk12.org or 715-634-8924, ext. 1229. Back To All News
Waadookodaading is Hiring!
Home WE’RE HIRING! JOINOURTEAM Middle School Ojibwe Language Medium Lead Teacher Ojibwe Language Medium Teacher Assistant REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Valid WI Teaching License and/or ability to procure. Experience working with K-8 students. Ability to use the Ojibwe Language to interact. with Waadookodaading students and staff at all times. Proficiency with computers and other classroom technology Visit www.waadookodaading.org for how to apply. WAADOOKODAADING LEAD TEACHER PHILOSOPHY The Ojibwe Medium Lead Classroom Teacher is the backbone of the instructional and educational experience of the Waadookodaading Academic Program. Lead Teachers are the primary individuals responsible for the application of skills, knowledge, and a unique Anishinaabe consciousness that supports and extends educational experience for the students of the community. Back To All News
Cannabis Education and Economic Growth Take Root at Lac Courte Oreilles
Home Cannabis Education and Economic Growth Take Root at Lac Courte Oreilles Cannabis production efforts move forward with hands-on learning at LCOOU LCOOU and LCO CAN Representative at the Prairie Island Cannabis Operations tour: Tony Lopit, Richard Scharp, Jonathon Stone, Ashley Stone, Tom Beaudin, Nicole Carley, Thi Le, David Denasha, Valerie Hugo, Amanda Scheel, Tony Roach, Shannon Louden, Melissa Kagigebi, LaVerne Martin, Michael Isham III, Charisma Allen. | Photo submitted by Thi Le. LAC COURTE OREILLES, Wis. – Economic development remains a priority for the Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians as the Tribe works to strengthen its sovereignty and reduce dependency on federal funding. One of the initiatives gaining traction is the Tribe’s investment in cannabis production and workforce education. In a move to prepare Tribal Members for careers in the cannabis industry, the LCO Cannabis Advisory Network (LCO CAN) has teamed up with Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University (LCOOU) to offer a Cannabis Science Community Education one-off pilot class. The class, now in session, has drawn more than 20 students ready to gain foundational knowledge in this fast-growing sector. A three-credit course is also being offered this fall for students who wish to continue their studies at the LCOOU. As part of the program, students and members of LCO CAN recently traveled to Minnesota to tour the cannabis facility operated by the Prairie Island Indian Community. The site visit offered participants a behind-the-scenes look at a fully integrated cannabis operation — from cultivation and processing to product formulation, packaging, distribution, and retail. LCO Vice-Chairman Bill Trepanier expressed his excitement in a statement, “I’m proud to support our Tribe’s cannabis program-not just as an economic opportunity, but as a way to educate and empower our next generation. Seeing the students from LCOOU visit the Prairie Island cannabis facility was inspiring. It gave them firsthand insight into the science, business, and sovereignty behind this industry. These experiences are planting seeds-not just in the ground, but in the minds of our youth. This is how we grow a future rooted in knowledge, innovation, and self-determination.” LCOOU and LCO CAN Representative at the Prairie Island Cannabis Operations tour: Tony Lopit, Richard Scharp, Jonathon Stone, Ashley Stone, Tom Beaudin, Nicole Carley, Thi Le, David Denasha, Valerie Hugo, Amanda Scheel, Tony Roach, Shannon Louden, Melissa Kagigebi, LaVerne Martin, Michael Isham III, Charisma Allen. | Photo submitted by Thi Le. “This tour was extremely well received by everyone who participated,” said Thi Le, a member of LCO CAN. “Members even asked if there were opportunities for them to get hands-on experience, which aligns with some of the engagement opportunities we’ve been developing through LCO CAN.” Our goal is that with the right training and infrastructure, cannabis production can become a key revenue stream and employment generator for the LCO community. Future expansions of the program may include internships, business development support, and advanced coursework in cannabis entrepreneurship. Back To All News