NORTH ELEMENTARY BIKE SAFETY TRAINING - Mr. Bass, North Elementary's physical education teacher, is taking advantage of the unseasonably mild weather this week to teach the students in grades 2-4 about bike safety/etiquette and make the most of their biking experiences. He is shown here working with Ms. Walters' second-grade class on bike safety and etiquette.
These bike safety classes matchup well with Wednesday's (Oct. 9) Bike & Walk to School Day at North where students are encouraged to bike or walk to school that morning to start the day!
NORTH ELEMENTARY'S SAINTS CENTER VIDEO - The first edition of North Elementary's Saints Center video is now available for viewing! Click on the following link to see this month's episode --> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4eLPpEO6Pvw
SPMS HOMECOMING VIDEO - Staff at Saint Peter Middle School got into the Homecoming swing of things with this fun and creative video that you sure don't want to "pass" up! See the following link for the video --> https://youtu.be/Ug9urvrl-mI?feature=shared
TODAY IS SCHOOL CUSTODIAN APPRECIATION DAY! 🏫✨ **Shout-out to our Custodians & Maintenance Team!** ✨🏫
Behind every clean classroom, sparkling hallway, and safe school environment is our amazing custodians and maintenance workers! Their dedication keeps our schools running smoothly, creating a welcoming and safe space for our students and staff every single day.
From early mornings to late nights, you ensure that Saint Peter Schools are always at their best. We couldn't do it without you! 💪🛠️
Thank you for all you do! 🙌 #CustodianAppreciation #ThankYou
SAINTS HOMECOMING 2024 IS UNDERWAY - Saint Peter School District students are celebrating Homecoming Week 2024 starting today (Monday). Activity at the high school began this morning with the traditional Seniors Sunrise Breakfast on the west side of the building. Here are some photos from the event!
✨ Continuing the Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month! ✨ -- As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we continue to learn from the incredible stories, achievements, and cultural traditions of our Hispanic and Latinx communities. The diversity within our district is our strength, and we are proud to support and elevate these voices every day!
#HispanicHeritageMonth #LatinxLeaders #DiversityIsOurStrength #CulturalPride #TogetherWeThrive #MinnesotaSchools #EducationForAll #HHM2024
MANKATO ELKS MAKES ANOTHER DONATION TO SPPS - Mankato Elks Lodge #225 recently made another generous donation to North Elementary and Saint Peter Public Schools. According to Mandy Kennedy, North Elementary’s social worker, the Elks donated large quantities of snacks to North to help supplement those who are unable to provide their own snack each day. The Elks also donated a $300 gift card, some much needed winter gear for kids, and additional school supplies to share within the district.
“The Mankato Elks Lodges really came through for us again after hearing we did not have a snack cart this year (at North Elementary),” Kennedy said. “ We are also very thankful for the other donations which will be used as needed with all of our school buildings in the district.”
Good luck to the Saints' girls' tennis team for winning the Big South East division title for the third straight year. The Saints (16-1 overall) will host West division champ St. James today (Tuesday) for the Big South Conference title at 4 p.m. at the SPHS tennis courts.
SPHS TO HOST HISPANIC/LATINO PEOPLES' JOY DAY ON OCT. 11 - Saint Peter High School will host Hispanic/Latino Peoples’ Joy Day on Friday, Oct. 11, during the school day, the third event of its kind in the past year, which is dedicated to the rich heritage, culture, and contributions of one of the many ethnic groups which make up our diverse student population.
For more information please go to the following link and scroll down to the "News" section --> https://www.saintpeterschools.org/o/sphs
GIRLS 7TH & 8TH GRADE BASKETBALL INFO - The Saints Activities Office recently announced that registration is now open for 7th & 8th grade girls basketball. Practices for middle school girls' basketball start on Monday, Oct. 28.
Please go to the Saints Activities website (https://www.stpeterschools.org/o/sphs/page/sphs-activities) to register through the Infinite Campus parent portal. You can also register through the Saints Activities Office in room A102 at Saint Peter High School (near the gym entrance).
For more details/information, please get in touch with Saints Activities Director Shea Roehrkasse (sroehrkasse@stpeterschools.org) or his assistant Zoe Haugen (zhaugen2@stpeterschools.org), or by calling (507) 934-4212, ext. 6025.
Registration for all other SPHS & SPMS winter sports/activities will open on October 21.
SPHS HOMECOMING CANDIDATES ANNOUNCED - Saint Peter High School announced its 2024 Homecoming candidates during the traditional banner drop during Saints Time this morning (Thursday). Homecoming Week is scheduled from Friday, Sept. 30 to Saturday, Oct. 5. More details on SPHS's Homecoming Week will be released next week!
🎉 Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month 2024! 🎉 -- At Saint Peter Public Schools, we are proud to honor the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of our Hispanic and Latinx communities. From classrooms to leadership, the talents and voices of our students, staff, and families help make our district stronger and more vibrant. Let's continue to learn, grow, and celebrate together! #HispanicHeritageMonth #LatinxInEducation #CelebrateDiversity #OneCommunity #MinnesotaPride #InclusionMatters #EducationForAll #HHM2024
NORTH BUS SAFETY TRAINING - North Elementary students took their turn on Wednesday to participate in the annual bus safety training. Students from each of the buildings went through a variety of drills about how to get on and off the bus safely and proper etiquette when riding the bus. Here are some photo highlights from Wednesday's training session.
Mr. Lenhoff’s second-grade class at North Elementary took a nature hike on Tuesday at McGill Park, otherwise known as the Northwoods. The students practiced using magnifying glasses for the first time. The magnifying glasses are courtesy of the Jeffers Foundation. The students had such a great time and the consensus was they wanted to use that as an outdoor play space. They look forward to going back soon and learning more about nature.
SPMS BUS SAFETY DAY - Students at Saint Peter Middle School took part in the annual bus safety training earlier today (Wednesday) with the help of Saints Bus Service and SPMS staff. Here are some photo highlights from today's safety training sessions!
The purpose of the Saint Peter Public Schools Hall of Fame is to honor those Alumni who have attained exceptional personal or professional achievements and who have made significant contributions in either their careers, community, nation, and/or world. By induction into the Hall of Fame, they will forever be recognized as representing our best.
Now accepting nominations!
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/3147/SPPS/2186127/Hall_of_Fame_Application_2022.pdf
A FOND FAREWELL TO MRS. OELKE AT SOUTH - South Elementary students and staff paid tribute to long-time South Principal Doreen Oelke who is retiring after this school year after a decade in that leadership position at the K-1 school.
Students presented her with a bouquet of roses, a few teachers said a few words, each class recited a personal message to Doreen, and the students and staff serenaded her with a special song for the occasion.
Doreen's husband Mark, then arranged for her to be driven away in a sporty convertible to wrap up the recognition. Here are some photo highlights!
NORTH'S FINAL PASSION PROJECT FOR 2023-24 - North Elementary students wrapped up their day on Friday (May 17) with the final Passion Project Day activity, put on by North's PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports) group.
During the last hour of that day, students could sign up for an activity they were interested in that was taught by North staff. Students chose their top three activity choices, and the PBIS team created groups. Pictured here are some photo highlights from the fun day of activities!
SAINTS CAFE ON FRIDAY! Saint Peter Superintendent Bill Gronseth and others from SPPS will host the final monthly Saints Café event of the 2023-24 school year at 7:15 a.m. on Friday, May 17 at the River Rock Coffee. See the accompanying flyer for more details on this event which is open to the public!
SIXTH GRADE CHOIR CONCERT - Saint Peter Middle School sixth graders staged their annual Spring Concert on Monday evening at the SPHS Performing Arts Center. Under the direction of SPMS music instructor Jamie Abels, the sixth grade choir performed six selections during their show at the PAC. Here are some photo highlights!
