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At Turtle Lake, academic excellence and a close-knit community come together to create an exceptional learning environment. We're committed to nurturing young minds, fostering a love for learning and achieving academic success. Our dedicated teachers and staff are here to support your child's educational journey every step of the way. Together, we create an inclusive and supportive atmosphere where students thrive socially and academically.
News & Announcements
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about School Talk, Spring 2026
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about District newsletter: February 26, 2026 (opens in new window/tab)
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about Community Education Summer 2026 activities catalog available now (opens in new window/tab)
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about Minnesota Teacher of the Year award
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about District newsletter: January 23, 2026 (opens in new window/tab)
Upcoming Events
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TL West Gym
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TL Library
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TL Library
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Orchestra Room Rm 217
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TL Room 408 - Crockett
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TL 1st Grade Flex Space
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Room 200 - Turtle Hall
By the numbers
985
Students served in grades 1-5
3
Top languages spoken by families after English:
Hmong, Mandarin, Spanish
2-6 students
Students meet with their teacher individually and in small groups of 2-6 students multiple times throughout the week for personalized instruction.