Mr Welle's high school PE class had a nice day last week to hit the skating rink! We are very lucky to have this option in town. Hopefully they can do this more often when it warms up!


Congratulations to the Melrose Rosettes Dance Team for their strong finish at the Albany Invitational this past weekend! Varsity Kick took 3rd Place, Varsity Jazz took 2nd Place, and JV Jazz took 1st Place!!
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🌟 Dutchmen Spotlight 🌟
Each week we’re highlighting staff members nominated by students and community members. 💜💛
Help us celebrate the amazing people who make Melrose Area Schools shine! 👏
#DutchmenPride
Each week we’re highlighting staff members nominated by students and community members. 💜💛
Help us celebrate the amazing people who make Melrose Area Schools shine! 👏
#DutchmenPride

☕ Join us for Coffee with the Superintendent today!
Stop by D’lish Coffee and Catering in Freeport anytime between 2:00–4:00 PM to enjoy informal conversation. We’d love to see you there!
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Stop by D’lish Coffee and Catering in Freeport anytime between 2:00–4:00 PM to enjoy informal conversation. We’d love to see you there!
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Melrose Area Culinary 1 Students made buffalo chicken egg rolls and fried cheesy pickle egg rolls last week. Mmm! These are the ultimate super bowl party snacks. We're getting ready for the big game!
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Congratulations to our Fusion Team on earning a wild card and advancing to the State True Team Swimming and Diving meet next weekend! Our Boys Swimming & Diving Team ended with a second place finish at the Section True Team meet on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026. Congrats to Andrue Stalboerger on a new Melrose and Fusion record in Diving (11 Dives). What a great team accomplishment!
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Today, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, is a regular school day at Melrose Area Public Schools.
Dr. King was a prominent and prolific writer and public speaker throughout his life. In Washington DC, there's a Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial. Many of his famous quotes are displayed on the walls of the memorial. To learn more about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., click here: https://thekingcenter.org/about-tkc/martin-luther-king-jr/
Dr. King was a prominent and prolific writer and public speaker throughout his life. In Washington DC, there's a Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial. Many of his famous quotes are displayed on the walls of the memorial. To learn more about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., click here: https://thekingcenter.org/about-tkc/martin-luther-king-jr/

Drivers who are age 55 or older have the opportunity to save 10% on their car insurance.
To register for these classes, call : 320-308-1400 or 888-234-1294
(Please leave a message if there's no answer.)
You can also register online: www.DriverDiscountProgram.com
This four-hour in-person class takes place from 5-9pm at the Melrose High School, in the Media Center on the following dates: January 20, March 24, April 21.
To register for these classes, call : 320-308-1400 or 888-234-1294
(Please leave a message if there's no answer.)
You can also register online: www.DriverDiscountProgram.com
This four-hour in-person class takes place from 5-9pm at the Melrose High School, in the Media Center on the following dates: January 20, March 24, April 21.

Looking for something fun to do today? Join us from 8am-12pm at the Melrose American Legion for a nourishing and filling breakfast this morning put on by the Melrose Lions Club! Included in the meal are: Ham, eggs, Sausage, Potatoes, Coffee Cake, and applesauce! Bring the family, and support our local Lions Club!
Proceeds go to community projects!
Adults: $10 in advance or $12 at door
Children ages 5-12: $5 sold at door
Children under age 5: FREE
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Proceeds go to community projects!
Adults: $10 in advance or $12 at door
Children ages 5-12: $5 sold at door
Children under age 5: FREE
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Join us for Open Swim, Open Gym or Open Pickleball today! Grab a friend & have some fun! $2/Person or $5/Family. Exact change is appreciated. Enter door 2.


We do NOT have Open Gym tonight! Please plan accordingly. We will see you next week!

Kids in grades 7-12 can join us for Indoor Soccer tonight from 7-9pm. Boys will play in the HS Gym, and girls will play in Elem. Gym 4. $2/Player. Exact change is appreciated. Please enter door 2.

We braved the cold and had our second day of ECFE! We talked about Hot Chocolate this week (perfect timing with this weather). We mixed up some hot chocolate playdoh, painted with marshmallows, and ate a hot chocolate cookie snack.
If you would like to join us in our ECFE classes on Friday mornings, please register online at https://www.isd740.org/page/early-childhood-family-education
If you would like to join us in our ECFE classes on Friday mornings, please register online at https://www.isd740.org/page/early-childhood-family-education









On January 9th Stearns Electric came to do an Energy Education and Electrical Safety presentation for our 4th graders. Students learned about the types of electricity, the fuels used to generate electricity, the electric distribution system, energy conservation and the potential dangers of electricity.
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🌟 Dutchmen Spotlight 🌟
Each week we’re highlighting staff members nominated by students and community members. 💜💛
Help us celebrate the amazing people who make Melrose Area Schools shine! 👏
#DutchmenPride
Each week we’re highlighting staff members nominated by students and community members. 💜💛
Help us celebrate the amazing people who make Melrose Area Schools shine! 👏
#DutchmenPride

Congratulations to Teddy Wiechman, who recently achieved his 50th win in wrestling! Woot-woot!
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#Defenders
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#Defenders
It's a great day to be a Dutchmen! Join us at the school tonight as we cheer on the Boys Defenders Wrestling Team in the HS Gym! Or take in Gymnastics or Girls Basketball in the Elementary Gyms! Come cheer for our home teams! Events begin at 5pm.
Concessions available - eat dinner here!
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Concessions available - eat dinner here!
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Looking for some fun things to do? Join us for some fun Community Ed. activities! Check out upcoming classes! For more information and to register visit: https://isd740.ce.eleyo.com/


📢 Kindergarten Round Up – Save the Date!
Mark your calendars for Friday, March 20!
If your child is not yet registered with the district, please contact Cheryl at 320-256-5160 x4251 to get started.
We can’t wait to welcome our newest learners!
Mark your calendars for Friday, March 20!
If your child is not yet registered with the district, please contact Cheryl at 320-256-5160 x4251 to get started.
We can’t wait to welcome our newest learners!

🎵 Unlock Your Musical Potential! 🎵
Take private 30-minute lessons in piano, flute, piccolo, B-flat clarinet, E-flat saxophone, or bass guitar at Melrose Area High School.
🗓 Tuesdays between, 4–8 PM
💰 Pricing based on the number of Tuesdays in the month
🎓 Taught by a St. Cloud State University music graduate
🎯 Schedule your preferred time when you register—your instructor will reach out to confirm.
Students must have their own instrument at home for practice.
Sign up now and start making music!
Take private 30-minute lessons in piano, flute, piccolo, B-flat clarinet, E-flat saxophone, or bass guitar at Melrose Area High School.
🗓 Tuesdays between, 4–8 PM
💰 Pricing based on the number of Tuesdays in the month
🎓 Taught by a St. Cloud State University music graduate
🎯 Schedule your preferred time when you register—your instructor will reach out to confirm.
Students must have their own instrument at home for practice.
Sign up now and start making music!

