SAINTS' GIRLS SWIM & DIVE COACHES TO HOST MEET & GREET - The Saints' swim and dive coaches, led by head coach Vance Maercklein, will be outside the SPHS Activities Office after school on Wednesday, May 27, to meet with current and prospective team members and answer any questions for next season. If you have any questions before the season starts or before the May 27th meet & greet, please contact Coach Maercklein at vance.maercklein@gmail.com.
SPHS SAINTS OF THE WEEK - Congrats to SPHS senior Kameron Ulman, junior Autumn Squires, sophomore Amya Bredeson, and freshman Paul Szybnski for being named Saint Peter High School's Saints of the Week. The SPHS staff recognized those four for showing respect, acting responsibly, and living with integrity!
BAND CONCERT FOR PROSPECTIVE NEW MEMBERS - Several members of the Saint Peter High School Concert Band, under the direction of Dave Haugh, put on a short concert at the Saint Peter Middle School gym on Wednesday afternoon. Attending the concert were the SPMS 5th-grade class as well as 6th-grade band students. Haugh said the purpose of this performance was to give 5th graders, who have the chance to choose a musical instrument soon, a close-up look at the SPHS musicians and hear them perform.
SAINTS' GOLFERS SHINE AT BIG SOUTH CHAMPIONSHIPS - Congrats to the Saints’ boys and girls golf teams for their impressive showings at the Big South Conference Championships earlier this week at Dacotah Ridge Golf Club in Morton.
The Saints’ boys racked up their third straight Big South team title with senior Owen Matejcek earning back-to-back overall individual conference champion honors after the four-meet series (three regular season Big South events plus the conference championship meet). Freshman Isaiah Homrighausen won Tuesday’s finale with an 18-round score of 77, with Matejcek right behind with a 78. Those two, along with teammates Ethan Moreau and Kade Mata, were named All-Big South for their efforts this spring.
“The wind was the worst I have ever seen, but our kids stayed mentally tough, composed and focused on the controllables,” Saints’ mentor Neil Doose said. “I’m so proud of their positive attitudes in those conditions. Only 13 golfers below 90 on Tuesday, and we had five of them, including two of our kids in the 70s. It was a good day to have a great day!
The Saints’ varsity girls, coached by Kris Voeltz, also had a good showing during Monday morning’s Big South Championship event at Dacotah Ridge. St. Peter placed fifth after Monday’s results were in and had two golfers, Ashlyn Loula and Natalie Salfer, eventually earn All-Big South honors.
(Boys' team photo) Members of the Saints' boys varsity golf team include (l to r) Ethan Moreau, Kade Mata, Kalvin Barfknecht, Isaiah Homrighausen, Owen Matejcek, and Gus Hulsebus.
(Girls' team photo) Members of the Saints' girls varsity golf team include (L to r) Kaelyn Loula, Samantha Salzwedel, Natalie Salfer, Ashlynn Loula, Julie Weber, and Madi Ruffing.
The Saints’ boys racked up their third straight Big South team title with senior Owen Matejcek earning back-to-back overall individual conference champion honors after the four-meet series (three regular season Big South events plus the conference championship meet). Freshman Isaiah Homrighausen won Tuesday’s finale with an 18-round score of 77, with Matejcek right behind with a 78. Those two, along with teammates Ethan Moreau and Kade Mata, were named All-Big South for their efforts this spring.
“The wind was the worst I have ever seen, but our kids stayed mentally tough, composed and focused on the controllables,” Saints’ mentor Neil Doose said. “I’m so proud of their positive attitudes in those conditions. Only 13 golfers below 90 on Tuesday, and we had five of them, including two of our kids in the 70s. It was a good day to have a great day!
The Saints’ varsity girls, coached by Kris Voeltz, also had a good showing during Monday morning’s Big South Championship event at Dacotah Ridge. St. Peter placed fifth after Monday’s results were in and had two golfers, Ashlyn Loula and Natalie Salfer, eventually earn All-Big South honors.
(Boys' team photo) Members of the Saints' boys varsity golf team include (l to r) Ethan Moreau, Kade Mata, Kalvin Barfknecht, Isaiah Homrighausen, Owen Matejcek, and Gus Hulsebus.
(Girls' team photo) Members of the Saints' girls varsity golf team include (L to r) Kaelyn Loula, Samantha Salzwedel, Natalie Salfer, Ashlynn Loula, Julie Weber, and Madi Ruffing.
SAINTS SPRING SIGNING DAY HIGHLIGHTS - Seven Saint Peter High School seniors signed their letters of intent on Wednesday morning (May 13) at the SPHS gym, to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level. The Signing Day event was held in the SPHS gym in front of a large crowd of family, coaches, and classmates, and hosted by the Saints' Activities Office.
The following is a list of SPHS seniors (listed alphabetically by last name) who signed their letters of intent recently:
Joseph Connor (football) - Gustavus Adolphus College
Alex Dlouhy (soccer) - Carthage College, Kenosha (Wis.)
June Elias (soccer) - Grinnell College, Grinnell (IA)
Cyrus Fremo (track & field) - St. Mary’s University, Winona
Brock Guth (track & field) - St. John’s University, Collegeville
Macey Portner (hockey) - St. Mary’s University, Winona
Levi Wachal (baseball) - Dakota County Technical College, Rosemount
(PICTURED HERE) SPHS seniors participating in the Spring 2026 Signing Day included: front row (l to r) Cyrus Fremo, Macey Portner, June Elias; back row, Joseph Connor, Broch Guth, Alex Dlouhy, and Levi Wachal.
The following is a list of SPHS seniors (listed alphabetically by last name) who signed their letters of intent recently:
Joseph Connor (football) - Gustavus Adolphus College
Alex Dlouhy (soccer) - Carthage College, Kenosha (Wis.)
June Elias (soccer) - Grinnell College, Grinnell (IA)
Cyrus Fremo (track & field) - St. Mary’s University, Winona
Brock Guth (track & field) - St. John’s University, Collegeville
Macey Portner (hockey) - St. Mary’s University, Winona
Levi Wachal (baseball) - Dakota County Technical College, Rosemount
(PICTURED HERE) SPHS seniors participating in the Spring 2026 Signing Day included: front row (l to r) Cyrus Fremo, Macey Portner, June Elias; back row, Joseph Connor, Broch Guth, Alex Dlouhy, and Levi Wachal.
MAY 2026 HIGHLIGHTS - The newest edition of Highlights, SPPS's monthly newsletter, is available for viewing by clicking on the following link --> https://aptg.co/rTDPd-
SPPS CONCERT REMINDERS FOR THIS WEEK - Today (Tuesday) starts a busy three-day stretch for Saint Peter High School’s Performing Arts Center, as a school-related music concert of some kind will take place over the next three evenings on the PAC stage. The following is a list of this week’s FREE concerts:
* Tonight (Tuesday, May 12) - SPMS 6th Grade Choir Concert, 6 p.m. (PLEASE NOTE: This is the correct time. It was incorrectly reported in last weekend's Saints Connect schedule.)
* Wednesday, May 13 - SPMS Band (gr. 6-8), 6 p.m.; SPHS Spring Band Concert (gr. 9-12), 7:30 p.m.
* Thursday, May 14 - South Elementary Concert, kindergarten at 6:15 p.m.; 1st grade at 6:45 p.m.
For more schedule-related info for SPPS activities, please go to the following link → https://www.thebigsouthconference.org/public/genie/742/school/11/
SPHS SAINTS OF THE WEEK - Congrats to SPHS senior Quinn DeBlieck, junior Alex Korir, sophomore Leah Oberlander, and freshman Annabelle Alexandri for being named Saint Peter High School's Saints of the Week. The SPHS staff recognized those four for showing respect, acting responsibly, and living with integrity!
ABBY VOELTZ WINS STATE ADAPTED BOWLING MEDAL! Congrats to Saint Peter High School senior Abby Voeltz as she placed sixth in CI Singles at the Minnesota State Adapted Bowling Tourney in Brooklyn Park on Friday. Voeltz won her first-ever state medal in bowling after missing a spot on the medal stand by one pin her freshman year. The senior standout was the lone Strike Force to bring home some hardware from the state tourney. For complete state bowling results, please see the following link --> https://www.mshsl.org/2026-adapted-bowling-results
NORTH 4TH GRADERS GET EARLY TOUR OF MIDDLE SCHOOL BUILDING - Fourth graders from North Elementary took turns this week visiting Saint Peter Middle School during the afternoon hours, to get an early look at where they'll be attending classes starting this fall. Here are some photo highlights of Michelle Doose, SPMS school counselor, giving tours to students from Mrs. Nixon's and Ms. Zitur's 4th-grade classes.
TREATS FOR SOUTH'S TEACHERS - Thank you to South Parent Council for the treat and beverage cart today (Wednesday) during Teacher Appreciation Week! South music teacher Robyn Woods is shown here getting a well-deserved treat!
SPHS DECISION DAY HIGHLIGHTS - On Friday, May 1, Saint Peter High School celebrated National Decision Day! On this day, we recognized all of our graduating seniors' plans (College/university, military, workforce, etc.) by serving cake during lunch while displaying the seniors' future plans on the big screen for all to see! A big thank you to Mrs. Shoemaker's Baking and Pastries class for decorating our cakes this year. Here are some photo highlights from the day of recognition! (Special thanks to the SPHS Student Services Office for sharing the photos.)
SPHS SAINTS OF THE WEEK - Congrats to SPHS senior Carter Dale, junior Claire Weber, sophomore Jocelyn Gutierrez, and freshman Noah Graf for being named Saint Peter High School's Saints of the Week. The SPHS staff recognized those four for showing respect, acting responsibly, and living with integrity!
THANK YOU, TEACHERS! Every day, teachers transform ordinary moments into extraordinary discoveries. They turn curiosity into confidence, challenges into triumphs, and classrooms into launchpads for dreams. This Teacher Appreciation Week, May 4-8, 2026, Saint Peter Public Schools is celebrating the magic that happens when dedicated educators pour their hearts into helping our children grow! #TeacherAppreciationWeek
SPHS Project 4 Teens visited Mr. Bartholow’s eighth-grade Geography classes at Saint Peter Middle School today to talk about healthy relationships. This is an annual visit to discuss issues such as dating, boundaries, consent, and more.
SPMS 8TH GRADERS VISIT SAINT PETER HIGH SCHOOL - Eighth graders from Saint Peter Middle School had the chance to tour their new educational home starting next fall when they visited the Saint Peter High School building on Wednesday afternoon.
The freshmen-to-be were given guided tours of several areas of the SPHS facility, led by student leaders from the SPHS chapter of the National Honor Society. They also had the chance to meet some of the teaching staff. Here are some photo highlights!
The freshmen-to-be were given guided tours of several areas of the SPHS facility, led by student leaders from the SPHS chapter of the National Honor Society. They also had the chance to meet some of the teaching staff. Here are some photo highlights!
NATIONAL BUS DRIVER APPRECIATION DAY - Today (April 28th) is National Bus Driver Appreciation Day and we want to recognize all of our school bus drivers for taking care of our precious cargo during the school year. Whether they are transporting our kids to school, home, activities, or to sporting events, school bus drivers deserve recognition for the job they do.
School bus drivers play an important role in the education of our children. Bus drivers are the person who ensures their safety each time they step on the bus. On School Bus Driver Appreciation Day we send our appreciation and support for bus drivers everywhere and thank them for taking care of our children!
School bus drivers play an important role in the education of our children. Bus drivers are the person who ensures their safety each time they step on the bus. On School Bus Driver Appreciation Day we send our appreciation and support for bus drivers everywhere and thank them for taking care of our children!
SOUTH STAFF CREATES BLUE PINWHEEL GARDEN - South Elementary staff members created their own version of a blue pinwheel garden recently to spread awareness about April being designated as Child Abuse Prevention Month. Blue pinwheels symbolize the happy, healthy childhood every child deserves and serve as a reminder of our shared responsibility to protect and support children.
SPHS SAINTS OF THE WEEK - Congrats to SPHS senior Danely Bocanegra, junior Ella Dirks, sophomore Lucia Penner, and freshman Kaelynn Loula for being named Saint Peter High School's Saints of the Week. The SPHS staff recognized those four for showing respect, acting responsibly, and living with integrity!
COFFEE CONVERSATIONS EVENT THIS SATURDAY - Saint Peter Superintendent Dr. Jon Graff and representatives from the School Board will be at Nicollet Cafe between 9 and 10 a.m. on Saturday (April 25th), inviting informal conversation with the community. If you have questions, ideas, or simply want to stop by and say hello, we hope you’ll join them! One more coffee conversation session will take place on Saturday, May 30, at Dunkin’ from 9 to 10 a.m. that day.
