Lakes Country Service Cooperative

Lakes Country Service Cooperative A non-profit organization providing services to make members successful.

08/29/2026

Grounded in the Science of Reading, this webinar highlights how Just Right Reader is bridging classroom instruction and at-home practice, giving students the repetition and support they need to succeed.

Participants will leave with:
- Practical strategies for using decodables effectively
- Simple routines that empower caregivers at home
- A scalable model for implementing family engagement to accelerate reading achievement

Register now at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_uEwa68P0Q2yoQ2p1eZsvzw #/registration

Enjoy the August 2026 Education Edition of the LCSC Communicator, which highlights news and views from our region’s memb...
08/28/2026

Enjoy the August 2026 Education Edition of the LCSC Communicator, which highlights news and views from our region’s members. Here's a sneak peek at what you'll find inside:
• FROM OSAKIS GRADUATE TO SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT - LOUISA GLENETSKE BRINGS EXPERIENCE, VISION, AND HEART
• 2026 BARBARA HEXUM AWARD – DR. LYNNE KOVASH
• WELCOME TO THE NEW SUPERINTENDENTS AND DIRECTORS IN OUR REGION
• 2026/27 RURAL EDUCATION POLICY FELLOWSHIP COHORT KICKOFF

TO VIEW OUR LATEST NEWSLETTER! https://publuu.com/flip-book/256079/2601628
Want to subscribe to our monthly newsletter? Follow the link to have it sent to your email address. https://www.lcsc.org/newsletters

08/26/2026

September is just around the corner! 🍎📅

From important awareness campaigns to opportunities to recognize the people who support our schools, September offers plenty of ways to connect with your school community.

Save and share this month's social media planning calendar as you map out your September content!

08/26/2026
🎉 Lakes Country Service Cooperative 50th Anniversary Celebration 🎉Join us on 📅 Thursday, September 10, 2026, for refresh...
08/24/2026

🎉 Lakes Country Service Cooperative 50th Anniversary Celebration 🎉

Join us on 📅 Thursday, September 10, 2026, for refreshments 🍰☕ and a program commemorating 50 years of service to the region.

⏰ Program 4:00 - 6:00 PM

🕓 4:00 PM: Open House Begins – Enjoy food and refreshments. 🥳

🕓 4:30 PM: Official Program (Conference Center) 🎙️

🤝 Welcome from Board Chair, Jon Karger

💬 Special message from Executive Director, Jeremy Kovash

🎬 A 50th Anniversary commemorative video featuring messages from former board members, LCSC members, and regional partners

🕔 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Socializing & Refreshments – Stay after the presentation to catch up, or drop in later to enjoy food, refreshments, and conversation! 🥂

We hope you can join us to celebrate 50 years of collaboration, service, and community support! 🙌✨

📝 Register: https://lcsc.regfox.com/lakes-country-service-cooperative-50th-anniversary-celebration
🌐 Visit our 50th Anniversary webpage: https://www.lcsc.org/about-us/lakes-country-celebrates-50-years

LCSC 50 Acts of Good – LCSC’s Orientation & Mobility & Blind/Visually Impaired Specialist, Jessica Hanson, shares her Ac...
08/24/2026

LCSC 50 Acts of Good – LCSC’s Orientation & Mobility & Blind/Visually Impaired Specialist, Jessica Hanson, shares her Act of Good, bringing us to number 23!
At LCSC, our mission is to advocate for strong communities, and that strength begins at home. As part of our 50th Anniversary celebration, we are sharing "50 Acts of Good" to showcase the incredible kindness of our staff.
Visit our 50th Anniversary webpage to learn about the many ways our team members at LCSC make an impact in the communities where they live! https://www.lcsc.org/about-us/lakes-country-celebrates-50-years

08/20/2026
08/18/2026

Join us for the 2026–27 MASA Women’s Leadership Network!

We’re excited to welcome back Dr. Stacie Stanley, Superintendent of Saint Paul Public Schools, as this year’s facilitator. Dr. Stanley will guide meaningful conversations focused on leadership, growth, systems change, and connection throughout the year.

✨ Open to all women leaders
💻 Monthly Zoom sessions, 8–9 a.m.
📅 Begins September 25
🎓 CEUs have been requested from BOSA

Registration here: https://buff.ly/aST6R06

Build connections. Share experiences. Grow alongside fellow women leaders from across Minnesota.

08/17/2026

Lakes Country Service Cooperative is seeking a full-time Information Technology Coordinator to provide planning, configuration, and support of network infrastructure and systems for LCSC and their members. The ideal candidate will have experience working with a variety of hardware platforms and operating systems, including Microsoft Windows, macOS, and ChromeOS. Experience with Linux administration is preferred. We offer a collaborative and flexible team environment with opportunities for professional growth and skill development. We are looking for a team player who is passionate about technology, innovative, self-motivated, and has excellent customer service skills. The successful candidate will possess strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with a positive outlook and a willingness to learn. This is a full-time, hybrid position with regional travel required.
Position Details:
• Schedule: 260 days/year
Key Responsibilities:
• Manage member technology and network infrastructure, including LANs and WAN, Windows and Linux virtual servers, Windows workstations, Apple workstations, Apple iPads, and Chromebooks.
• Analyze current network architecture and make recommendations for enhancements or redesigns.
• Coordinate network expansion, upgrades, and new site installations in collaboration with cooperative staff and district partners.
• Monitor and maintain network hardware including switches, routers, firewalls, wireless access points, and servers.
• Implement and maintain backup, failover, and disaster recovery systems.
• Administer the members’ business information systems, such as a student information system, learning management system, etc., where applicable.
Required Qualifications:
• An associate or bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, Computer Science, Educational Technology, or related field is required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in network administration, network engineering, or infrastructure support.
• Considerable knowledge of various hardware platforms, as well as Microsoft Windows, MacOS, and ChromeOS operating systems, preferably with some Linux administration as well.
• Highly experienced in Microsoft Office systems, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google applications.
Preferred Qualifications
• Knowledge of Linux administration.
• Experience working in a school or public agency environment.
Pay Range: $70,000.00-$76,000.00
Apply Today!
Join a mission-driven, regional education cooperative that values equity, collaboration, and growth. Apply online at: https://www.applitrack.com/lakescountry/onlineapp/
Lakes Country Service Cooperative (LCSC) is a public, non-profit, membership-based organization dedicated to providing quality, innovative services that empower our members to succeed. Established in 1976, we have grown to serve over 130 members in our original nine-county region and reach hundreds more through partnerships. We advocate for strong communities through service and leadership. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
To learn more about Lakes Country Service Cooperative, visit our website at www.lcsc.org

Address

1001 E Mount Faith Avenue
Fergus Falls, MN
56537

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12187393273

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