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.
AUTHOR ALLEN ESKENS VISITS WITH SPHS STUDENTS—Well-known author Allen Eskens stopped by the Saint Peter High School media center on Wednesday afternoon to meet with Ms. Topel's Creative Writing students and Dr. Dimock's Senior English students. Here are some photo highlights!
NOVEMBER HIGHLIGHTS - The November 2024 Highlights issue is now available to view at the following link --> https://5il.co/30nlc. Highlights is the monthly newsletter for Saint Peter Public Schools.
DRIVER EDUCATION INFO - The fall Driver Education parent informational meeting will be on Monday, Nov. 4 from 6-7:30 p.m. in room 118 at Saint Peter Middle School. Enter through the District Office entrance (door R). This is an optional meeting for parents wishing to learn more about their teenager getting a permit or driver’s license. For more info please contact Pat Klubben at pklubben@stpeterschools.org.
2024 SPHS YEARBOOKS ARE IN! After a little glitch in the system, the 2024 Saint Peter High School yearbooks have arrived and are ready for pickup starting this (Tuesday) morning.
Students in grades 10-12 this year (last year's 9th, 10th & 11th graders) who preordered a copy can pick it up in Mr. Hildebrandt's office (B128 - across from the concession stand/gym entrance).
Last year's seniors (SPHS Class of 2024) who preordered one can pick their copy up in the SPHS front office (enter through E6).
A limited number of extra copies are available for purchase, so see Mr. Hildebrandt if you'd like to purchase one or if you have any further questions please contact him via email at kuhildebrandt@stpeterschools.org.
SOUTH ELEMENTARY ALPHABET FASHION SHOW - As a way to celebrate making their way through learning all 26 letters of the alphabet, some South Elementary kindergarten classes got together at two different times on Wednesday morning in the South Media Center to stage their annual Alphabet Fashion Show. Here are some photo highlights from the big event!
Special thanks to Elizabeth Orton, SPPS communications intern, for her help taking photos of the fashion show!
SOUTH STUDENTS VISIT APPLE ORCHARD - South Elementary first graders are taking turns visiting Ferguson's Minnesota Harvest apple orchard over the next two weeks. Yesterday (Monday) it was Mrs. Bjorklund's and Ms. Alderman's class turn to make the trip and they provided some photo highlights!
Ferguson's Minnesota Harvest, located in rural Jordan, is home to a large pick-your-own apple orchard, pumpkin patch, corn maze, and many activities for all ages in its Apple Blossom Park. https://fergusonsorchard.com/twin-cities-home/
SPHS FFA FARM FIELD IS HARVESTED - The Saint Peter High School FFA farm field was harvested in late September thanks to Terry and Cole Pankratz, SPHS FFA alumni.
"The FFA field looks a little different this year due to the Traverse Green developments," SPHS FFA Co-Advisor Jacob Pehrson said. "We are grateful for our city partnerships and the dedication our community farm families have within our school district and FFA."
Thanks to Mr. Pehrson for sharing these photos!
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
