COBRA CONNECTIONS - September 9, 2025

SUPERINTENDENT UPDATE

I hope the start of the school year is going well for you and your families. I wanted to remind all Triton families that this fall, Triton Public Schools will hold a Capital Projects Levy Referendum on November 4, 2025. If approved, the levy would provide $650,000 per year for 10 years to support technology upgrades, updated curriculum, facility maintenance, and replacement of aging buses and vans.

Like many districts, Triton is facing rising costs and limited state funding. The levy would help maintain strong programs, safe facilities, and quality learning opportunities for students. For a $250,000 home, the estimated tax impact is about $6 per month. Agricultural landowners can find their exact tax impact using the tax calculator on our levy webpage.

If the levy passes, Triton will be able to continue investing in students while keeping our tax rate below most neighboring schools. If it does not pass, the district will need to make additional budget reductions, which could affect class sizes, programs, and transportation.

For more information, including the tax calculator, FAQs, and a schedule of community meetings, please visit www.triton.k12.mn.us/page/levy or contact Mr. Lutterman.

Together, #WeAreTriton.

Luke Lutterman - Triton Superintendent
llutterman@triton.k12.mn.us
(507) 418-7530

OPTIONAL STUDENT ACCIDENT INSURANCE

Families have the opportunity to enroll in supplemental student accident insurance. This coverage is optional and may provide additional peace of mind. Please review the information HERE or on the attached forms carefully, and follow the instructions provided if you are interested in participating.

DIGITAL TOOLS USED AT TRITON

Triton Public Schools uses a variety of digital tools to support student learning. Technology vendors and software is utilized to support work as we help all students develop the skills necessary to succeed in an ever-changing world.

We have an inventory of our curriculum, testing, and assessment tools posted at https://bit.ly/tpsstudentsoftwaredata and include an outline of the student data elements within each tool. This list is maintained and communicated annually to all families at the start of the school year.

Please reach out to Technology Coordinator Rebecca Goossens (rgoossens@triton.k12.mn.us) for additional questions regarding specific digital tools used in classrooms

PROFILE OF A GRADUATE

The Triton Profile of a Graduate defines the essential skills and competencies students need for success in college, career, and life. Created through a community-driven process, it serves as a guide for educational planning and a shared vision for student, parents, and staff.

This fall, we begin with a focus on COMMUNICATION, emphasizing clear classroom expectations, modeling, and activities that help students strengthen this essential skill.

WELCOME TO PRESCHOOL

We are excited to be back in session this week!

Welcome new and old friends!!!

BACK TO SCHOOL

We have had a great start to the school year! We had fantastic attendance during our meet the teacher days, and the students are doing great learning the routines of the day. We see education as a partnership between the school and our families, please do not hesitate to reach out if we can be of assistance!

SCHOOL SUPPLIES

If your student is in need of any school supplies, you are welcome to stop in the office. Thanks to our generous community we have many school supplies remaining!

SHOES FOR PE?

If you have gently used shoes that your child has outgrown, we would be happy to take them off your hands. We would like to have a collection for students that are in need.

ORDER A TES YEARBOOK!

If you would like to order a TES yearbook for this year, there is a discount this week! You will have additional opportunities to order throughout the year, but we wanted to make sure you were aware of the current discount.

You can CLICK HERE for more information

ORDER A THS YEARBOOK TODAY!

WHY PAY MORE LATER?

Order a 2025-2026 THS Yearbook by Friday, September 12, and you'll get it at the lowest price of the year PLUS four free personalized icons!

SPECIAL UPGRADE OFFER!
Surprise your student with a personalized yearbook cover and get FOUR FREE ICONS! Select from more than 65 custom icons, representing grad years, clubs, sports, hobbies and many more! Offer ends Friday, September 12. GET FREE ICONS (click here) ›

TRITON LIVE STREAMING

Live-streamed games and activities have changed for this year. We will now be streaming through Hudl Fan and not YouTube. All Triton home events that are streamed can be accessed via the link HERE or by visiting www.triton.k12.mn.us and clicking on the Activities tab.

Thank you to the Triton Booster Club and our sponsors for making streaming a free service for our community and Cobra supporters.

Thank you for tuning in and for supporting our athletes and activity participants.

YEL FLAG FOOTBALL

Grades 1-5

Get ready to dash to the end zone with our high-octane, inclusive (everyone plays) Flag Football course. YEL’s Teach It, Practice It, Play It® approach teaches players new skills each class, practices those skills in kid-friendly games, and then encourages students to use those skills in non-contact flag football games. SAFETY & SPORTSMANSHIP are emphasized! We focus on basic skills development in passing, catching, defending, and teamwork. Sign up before the two-minute warning! Min 8/Max 16.

💲 Cost: $80
📅 Tuesdays, Sept 16 – Oct 21 (6 weeks)
⏰ Time: 3:15–4:15 PM
🌱 Location: Grassy Area by the Sport Court 🏀

YEL JUNIOR SOCCER

Grades K-3

Get outside and get kickin’ with our fast-paced, inclusive (everyone plays) Junior Soccer course! YEL’s Teach It, Practice It, Play It® approach teaches players new skills each class, practices those skills in kid-friendly games, and then encourages students to use those skills in introductory soccer games. SAFETY & SPORTSMANSHIP are emphasized! We focus on the fundamentals of dribbling, passing, trapping, and shooting. Sign up today! Min 8/Max 16.

💲 Cost: $80
📅 Tuesdays, Sept 16 – Oct 21 (6 weeks)
⏰ Time: 4:20–5:20 PM
🌱 Location: Grassy Area by the Sport Court 🏀

TRITON YOUTH VOLLEYBALL CAMP

Grades 1-6
Coaches: Kayla Benda, Jo Gross & Triton Coaching Staff and Players

Join The Triton volleyball coaches and players for this fun-filled camp. Players will work on basic foundations, skill development and game play. Kids are guaranteed to “dig” this camp and the sport of volleyball!

💲 Cost: $25
📅 9/24, 10/1, and 10/8 with a possible scrimmage on 10/13 TBD
⏰ Time: 6:00-7:15 PM
🏐 Location: Triton Activities Area

PARENTING BOOK CLUB WITH MRS. V

Explore parenting topics with other parents in this casual and supportive atmosphere, led by Mrs. Vermilyea. The group will individually read an assigned section of the book, followed by a discussion session each Friday. Participants are welcome to join this group in person or join by Zoom each week. Each book club will be a 6-week session. We will order the book for you, which will be yours to keep.

💲 Cost: $26 (includes book)
📅 Fridays, 9/26, 10/3, 10/10, 10/31, 11/14, 11/21
⏰ Time: 12:00 Noon-12:40 PM
🙂 Location: Triton Elementary Room #207 OR via Zoom
📖 Session 1 Book: The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins