ECFE BABY CLASS STILL HAS OPENINGS FOR FALL SESSIONS! Join us for our Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) Baby class held Tuesday mornings from 8:30-9:30 am.
You and your baby will enjoy a fun time of exploration focusing on large and small muscle development and sensory awareness. This class gives you and your baby a chance to connect with other families, share ideas, and ask questions about the fascinating changes your growing baby experiences.
Class start date is September 22. Late joiners welcome! Please call 507-934-3048 ext. 7003 or 507-934-4211 ext. 2018 for more information or to register.
You and your baby will enjoy a fun time of exploration focusing on large and small muscle development and sensory awareness. This class gives you and your baby a chance to connect with other families, share ideas, and ask questions about the fascinating changes your growing baby experiences.
Class start date is September 22. Late joiners welcome! Please call 507-934-3048 ext. 7003 or 507-934-4211 ext. 2018 for more information or to register.
WELCOME BACK TO THE REST OF SPPS STUDENTS & STAFF! The 2026-27 school year for Saint Peter Public Schools students and staff in grades Pre-K through 8 begins today (Thursday)! Best of luck to all those starting school at Early Childhood, South Elementary, North Elementary, and Saint Peter Middle School!
ECFE'S POPSICLES ON THE PLAYGROUND EVENT IS TODAY! Reminder: Families interested in ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education) are welcome to attend the free Popsicles on the Playground event starting at 5:30 p.m. today (Tuesday)! The event will be at the Early Childhood playground.
Join ECFE staff for a fun evening of popsicles, playground time, and a chance to meet this year's ECFE teachers! More info is on the accompanying flyer!
Join ECFE staff for a fun evening of popsicles, playground time, and a chance to meet this year's ECFE teachers! More info is on the accompanying flyer!
SPPS START/END TIMES FOR 2026-27 - The accompanying graphic has the start/end times for the upcoming school year for students at Saint Peter Public Schools. Please note that the times for SPHS and Rock Bend were incorrectly listed in the original graphic that appeared in the back-to-school issue of Highlights.
PRESCHOOL CLASSES AVAILABLE! Saint Peter Public Schools still has some openings for Preschool Classes for the 26-27 school year! Those openings include:
* Young Explorers -- Wednesday/Friday AM 8:15-10:45 for children who are 3 years old by September 1, 2026, and toilet trained.
* Discovery Days -- Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday PM 11:45-2:15 for children who are 4 years old by September 1, 2026, and toilet trained.
All classes are held at the Saint Peter Early Childhood Center located at 100 Lincoln Dr., Door V (Broadway Entrance). Scholarships and transportation options are available.
Please register your child at https://www.saintpeterschools.org/o/spps/page/school-readiness-registration
or call the Early Childhood Office at 507 934-4211 ext. 2018 with questions.
* Young Explorers -- Wednesday/Friday AM 8:15-10:45 for children who are 3 years old by September 1, 2026, and toilet trained.
* Discovery Days -- Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday PM 11:45-2:15 for children who are 4 years old by September 1, 2026, and toilet trained.
All classes are held at the Saint Peter Early Childhood Center located at 100 Lincoln Dr., Door V (Broadway Entrance). Scholarships and transportation options are available.
Please register your child at https://www.saintpeterschools.org/o/spps/page/school-readiness-registration
or call the Early Childhood Office at 507 934-4211 ext. 2018 with questions.
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
ECFE VEHICLE FAIR - Saint Peter Early Childhood Family Education's annual Vehicle Fair is set for Thursday, April 30, starting at 5:30 p.m. in the St. Peter Early Childhood Center parking lot, Broadway Avenue. Attendees will be able to get a close-up look at a variety of emergency response vehicles, as well as a school bus. All ages welcome! See accompanying flyer for more details or contact the Early Childhood Office at (507) 934-4211, ext. 2017 or 2018.
SCHOOL CLOSING INFO FOR MONDAY - Saint Peter Public Schools will be closed tomorrow (Monday, March 16) due to the current weather situation, and we will be implementing a Flexible Learning Day. Please note that all practices, games, and events scheduled for Monday have also been canceled.
Teachers will be available via email and classroom virtual spaces. Principals can be reached by phone or email, and parents are encouraged to contact them with any questions.
Teachers will be available via email and classroom virtual spaces. Principals can be reached by phone or email, and parents are encouraged to contact them with any questions.
SCHOOL CLOSING & FLEXIBLE LEARNING DAY INFO FOR FRIDAY - Saint Peter Public Schools will be closed tomorrow (Friday, Jan. 23) due to the anticipated colder-than-normal weather, and we will be implementing a Flexible Learning Day.
PLEASE NOTE -- All practices, games, and events scheduled for Friday have also been canceled. However, all practices, games, and events scheduled for later today (Thursday) and also on Saturday are still on as planned, per the Saints Activities Office. Please check the SPPS social media pages and website for any possible changes.
During Friday’s Flexible Learning Day, teachers will be available via email and through classroom virtual spaces. Principals can be reached by phone or email, and we encourage you to contact them if you have any questions.
PLEASE NOTE -- All practices, games, and events scheduled for Friday have also been canceled. However, all practices, games, and events scheduled for later today (Thursday) and also on Saturday are still on as planned, per the Saints Activities Office. Please check the SPPS social media pages and website for any possible changes.
During Friday’s Flexible Learning Day, teachers will be available via email and through classroom virtual spaces. Principals can be reached by phone or email, and we encourage you to contact them if you have any questions.
PARAPROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION WEEK - Minnesota’s Department of Education and Saint Peter Public Schools are committed to excellence in education and recognize the important role that paraprofessionals play in ensuring success in our schools. This week (January 19-25) has been designated as Paraprofessional Recognition Week in Minnesota, and we would like to thank this dedicated group for the outstanding work they do in support of our students and staff!
ECFE COOKIE KICK-OFF INFO - Saint Peter Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) is hosting its ECFE Cookie Kick-Off from 5 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 15, in the EC gym (enter Door V). Those attending will have the chance to learn about ECFE, connect with families, play, and enjoy a cookie!
Tickets are on sale for the SPHS fall musical production of "The Little Mermaid!" Show dates & times are Friday, Nov. 21 at 7 PM; Saturday, Nov. 22 at 2 & 7 PM; and Sunday, Nov. 23 at 2 PM, and tickets can be purchased at the following link --> https://gofan.co/app/school/MN19660
2025 SPPS STAFF RECOGNITION - Saint Peter Public Schools hosted its annual Staff Recognition Reception on Wednesday afternoon at the SPHS Commons. This is the event where school officials honor the Distinguished Service Award winners, those staff members retiring at the end of the school year, and those who have achieved 25 years of service.
This year's honorees include:
Distinguished Service Award: Dr. Jeff Olson (Saint Peter Interim Superintendent and long-time past SPPS administrator, teacher, and coach) and Nickl Rozsa (long-time North Elementary media center support, para, and kitchen support).
Retirees: SPHS - Kris Glidden (PE/Health teacher), Kelly Jensen (SPHS social worker), George Schoenborn (Business Ed teacher), and Christa Herr (paraprofessional); North Elementary - Mike Keller (Custodian) and Nick Rozsa (Support staff); and South Elementary - Heidi Wenner (Kindergarten teacher), Ann Braun (paraprofessional), and Barb Franchino (paraprofessional).
25-years of Service - SPHS - Kurt Moelter (Math teacher); SPMS - Connie Brezina (Special Education); Early Childhood - Helen Hager (paraprofessional).
Before the reception, several members of the SPHS Concert Choir entertained the large crowd with some vocal selections.
Here are some photo highlights from Wednesday's reception!
VEHICLE FAIR POSTPONED - Due to the predicted rain for later today, the Early Childhood Vehicle Fair that was scheduled tonight (Thursday) at the Early Childhood Center is postponed until next Thursday, May 8, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. We hope you can join us then for this fun event!
ECFE VEHICLE FAIR INFO - Saint Peter Early Childhood Family Education's annual ECFE Vehicle Fair is set for 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 1, in the Early Childhood Center parking lot (100 Lincoln Drive/Broadway Avenue entrance). See the accompanying flyer for more details!
PRESCHOOL OPENINGS AVAILABLE FOR 2025-26 SCHOOL YEAR! The Saint Peter Early Childhood Center has the following preschool openings for this fall:
* YOUNG EXPLORERS CLASS - open for children who are 3 years old, but not yet 4 by September 1, 2025, and who are toilet trained.
Class Options:
Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday mornings from 8:15-10:45. OR
Wednesday and Friday mornings from 8:15-10:45.
* DISCOVERY DAYS CLASS - for children who are 4 years old, but not yet 5 by September 1, 2025 and who are toilet trained.
Class Options:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday mornings from 8:00-10:45. OR
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings from 8:00-10:45 OR
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons from 11:45-2:15
NO Registration Fee
Sliding fee scale and scholarships are available.
Transportation is available within the city of St. Peter and Kasota
To register, please visit www.stpeterschools.org. Select Preschool Registration
Please email Ytive Prafke at yprafke@stpeterschools.org with questions.
We hope to see you in PRESCHOOL!
KINDERGARTEN OPEN HOUSE SET FOR TUESDAY! A reminder that South Elementary will host its annual Kindergarten Open House tomorrow (March 4) from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The makeup date is Tuesday, March 11.
All incoming kindergarteners (age 5 by September 1, 2025) are invited to attend this special sneak peek. The evening will allow students and families to meet the South staff, check out the building, and learn about the exciting things happening in our kindergarten program!
See the accompanying flyer for details on kindergarten enrollment as well as the Open House, and we hope to see you there! You can also enroll your child and find more information at https://www.saintpeterschools.org/page/enrolling-in-saint-peter-schools
EARLY CHILDHOOD WINTER FUN - Pre-K students at the Saint Peter Early Childhood Center has been busy recently with winter-themed activities. Here are some photo highlights of the kids in action.
Check out the Festival of Nations happening in May!
North Elementary Student Council is always spreading kindness!
Last week students delivered cookies to each class for Valentine's Day!
