Today (Friday, March 21) is observed as World Down Syndrome Day and to commemorate that occasion North Elementary students were fortunate to have 2020 SPHS alum Mason Doherty visit with each class during assigned times this morning at the school's media center. Mason, who has Down Syndrome, is the youngest son of North Elementary Principal Darin Doherty.
Mason spoke to the students about his educational journey at Saint Peter Public Schools and Bethel University as well as an update on what he is up to these days . His big sister Aliza was also on hand to help out, and she read the children's book, "We'll Paint the Octopus Red" (written by Stephanie Stuve-Bodeen, illustrated by Pam DeVito) to the students in attendance. Here are some photo highlights from the Mason's visit with North students!
Congratulations to Elsie Bienfang, a fourth grader in Mr. Hassing's homeroom, on being recognized at tonight's regular ISD 508 School Board meeting as the Spotlight Student of the Month. Elsie is an athlete, mathematician, has a great sense of humor, and is hard worker!
NORTH ELEMENTARY'S SAINTS CENTER - The newest episode of North Elementary's Saints Center video is now live and can be viewed at the following link --> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uWMwNvfop0Y
PRE-WINTER BREAK FUN AT NORTH! The last days of school before winter break are always exciting at North Elementary with various dress-up days and other activities to go along with the usual school work.
Traditionally, Principal Darin Doherty serves up some classic coffee beverages to North staff as a showing of his gratitude for all they do for North Elementary and this year was no different! Mr. Doherty's son, Mason, was on hand to help him deliver the tasty beverages.
Staff also got into the pre-break fun by competing in a day-long Rock, Paper, Scissors contest where beads were on the line. Here are some photo highlights from the fun last day of classes of the 2024 calendar year!
NORTH ELEMENTARY'S SAINTS CENTER VIDEO - The newest 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://youtu.be/tXIOi1tYHv4?feature=shared
SPPS HAS FIVE LUNCH TABLES FOR SALE - Saint Peter Public Schools will accept sealed bids for seven 16-seat lunch tables starting at 7 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 25, until 3 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 29. Sealed bids should be submitted to SPPS Operations & Maintenance Supervisor Seth Putz's office (room 216 in Saint Peter Middle School building). Any questions should be directed to Seth at sputz@stpeterschools.org.
Congratulations to the cast, crew, and directing team to the North Elementary fall play performance of "The Reluctant Dragon." I couldn't be more proud of their accomplishments! ~Principal Doherty
I am thankful to this group of students who spend their time at the beginning of each Friday this month taping up all the hundreds of gratitude messages our students are writing! ~ Mr. Doherty
Please help North Elementary School submit their application for the MN School of Excellence by providing feedback at the link or completing a paper survey (outside the main office) available during November conferences. https://bit.ly/3Azv4SD
Congratulations to Mohammed Salim, a 4th grader in Mrs. Friedrich's homeroom, on being recognized at tonight's regular ISD 508 School Board meeting as the Spotlight Student of the Month. Mohammed is an avid reader, mathematician, and standout leader at North Elementary School.
Walk and Roll to School was highly attended this morning with 300+ of our students participating! I'm thinking more bike racks are needed for our next event in the spring.
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
Thanks so much for visiting North this morning to this group of leaders from our high school to celebrate Homecoming. School Spirit is so much more infectious
when all schools and age levels are involved.
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.”
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.
Check out our North Elementary School Welcome Back 2024-25 video! We can't wait to see our students next week!
https://youtu.be/Ne7esdPzOvQ?feature=shared
The first official event of the school year happened tonight on the playground at North Elementary School. Members of this year's Kindness Crew of third and fourth graders prepped for the school year.
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!
