Melrose Area Spanish 4 students enjoyed authentic Mexican food at Martinez Meat and Grocery. These lucky students also viewed Lulú’s altar for 'Day of the Dead' and learned more about this tradition. There was also a surprise appearance by Ana Pottratz, retired Melrose Area HS Spanish Teacher! #DutchmenPride
31 minutes ago, Melrose Area School Updates
Good Luck to our Dutchmen Cross Country Team who will compete at the Section 8AA Meet in Thief River Falls today! Go Team! #DutchmenPride
about 7 hours ago, Melrose Activities
Good luck to our Lady Dutchmen who play at Pequot Lakes tonight! We are so excited for this team! The game begins at 7pm. Tickets are $10/Adult; $5/Student. Here is the ticket link: https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h2026101604305339922e42234cc5f4a/checkout Pequot Lakes School has major construction on campus. Please use the attached map for parking and entrance to the school. The doors used in the past to access the athletic center are under construction. #DutchmenPride
about 7 hours ago, Melrose Activities
Our First Purple & Gold Gathering! 🎃
Today was a special day at Melrose Area Elementary as our entire school came together for our very first Purple & Gold Gathering!
These monthly gatherings are an opportunity to celebrate our students, recognize accomplishments, and strengthen the sense of community that makes being a Dutchmen so special!
During our first gathering, we had plenty to celebrate! 🎉
⭐ Dutchmen Difference Makers: We recognized our September Difference Makers and proudly announced our October recipients—students who have gone above and beyond to make a positive impact on our school!
🎓 ESL Graduates: We celebrated students who have successfully graduated from English as a Second Language (ESL) services, recognizing their hard work, growth, and accomplishments!
🏆 Specialist Classes of the Month: Our specialist teachers recognized classrooms that have demonstrated outstanding effort, participation, and positive contributions in their classes!
🎶 One School, One Voice: We wrapped up our gathering with the entire elementary singing our school song together—a great reminder of the pride we share in being Dutchmen!
We are excited to make our Purple & Gold Gathering a monthly tradition where we celebrate student success, build connections across grade levels, and recognize the many ways our students make Melrose Area Elementary a wonderful place to learn and grow.
It’s a great day to be a Dutchmen! 💜💛
about 24 hours ago, Evan Reller (Elementary Principal)
Subway and the Melrose Dutchmen Booster Club have teamed up to bring a special deal to our community! On November 3rd, from 3-8pm, 15% of all sales will go to the Dutchmen Booster Club to support athletics and activities. Come support your high school and enjoy a freshly made sub! **Offer only at: 406 Second Ave SE, Melrose #DutchmenPride
1 day ago, Melrose Activities
Congratulations to our Dutchmen who won the game against the Montevideo Thunder Hawks last night! Everyone is invited to the Omer Sieben Field on Saturday, October 31st at 2pm for the Home Football Game against New London-Spicer! Tickets are $10/Adult; $5/Student. Here is the ticket link: https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h2026101811480938972ebe1c6cae641/checkout?bare=False #DutchmenPride
1 day ago, Holly Berscheit
Ready for Pickleball? Join us every Wednesday from 5:00–7:00 PM in the high school gym for some fun pickleball! Enjoy some friendly competition, meet new people, get moving, and have fun on the court. $2/Player. Enter door 2.
1 day ago, Melrose Comm. Ed.
The Scholastic Book Fair gets kids excited about reading and earns funds for our school. Your child is cordially invited to attend our Book Fair on Tuesday, November 10th from 3:00 - 7:20 pm; Thursday, November 12th from 3:00 - 7:20 pm; and Friday, November 13th from 8:00 am - 2:00 pm! Get them prepared by visiting Melrose Elementary Bookfair Homepage, where you can also create a Book Fair eWallet. It’s gonna be the Best. Fair. Ever! #ScholasticBookFairs
2 days ago, Melrose Area School Updates
Congratulations to our Lady Dutchmen who won the match against the Holdingford Huskers last night! Our girls will take their talent on the road to Pequot Lakes! Their next game is on Thursday, October 29th at 7pm. Tickets are $10/Adult; $5/Student. Here is the ticket link: https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h2026101604305339922e42234cc5f4a/checkout #DutchmenPride
2 days ago, Melrose Activities
Would you like to save 10% on your car insurance for three years? If you have been alive for 55 or more years, you can register for a class and save money! To register, call 888-234-1294 or go to www.DriverDiscountProgram.com Dates this class will be held in the HS Media Center at Melrose Area Schools are: November 24, January 19, March 23, April 20. All classes are held from 5-9pm. Register today! 888-234-1294
2 days ago, Melrose Comm. Ed.
The Melrose Dutchmen Football Team hosts the Montevideo Thunder Hawks at home tonight! This play-off game begins at 7pm, and activity passes are not accepted. There will be no cash sales, but credit cards are accepted at the gate. Concessions will be available. Ticket Prices are: $10/Adult; $5/Student Tickets: https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h202610181148045450c7a79e2a7cb4e/checkout #DutchmenPride
2 days ago, Melrose Activities
Join Coach Welle for this four-day Girls Basketball Camp right after school November 9-12! This opportunity is for girls in kindergarten through sixth grade. Register by October 28th to guarantee a t-shirt! https://isd740.arux.app/course/851/fall-2026/girls-youth-basketball #DutchmenPride
2 days ago, Melrose Comm. Ed.
Centre Mat Wrestling invites boys and girls interested in wrestling to the Parent Meeting and Registration on Monday, November 2nd at 6pm. Please meet us at our new practice location: 1225 Timberlake Drive, Sauk Centre -- the old ElmerZ building. We hope to see you there! #Defenders
3 days ago, Melrose Activities
🎙️ Dutchmen Dialogue with Dingmann – Episode 4: A Blast from the Past!
Take a trip down memory lane with Superintendent Zach Dingmann as he visits with former Superintendent Don Anderson and former Athletic Director Dave Sieben! Hear stories, share in the memories, and look back at the history of Melrose Area Schools.
Melrose Area Businesses are looking forward to having Trick or Treaters stop by on Friday, October 30th, beginning at 3pm! Plan ahead for a wonderful evening! #DutchmenPride
3 days ago, Melrose Comm. Ed.
Melrose Area FFA had a wonderful trip to Indiana for the National Convention! Melrose Area students were nine of 71,000 attendees and were able to listen to inspiring keynote speakers, attend the career and college expo, and network with students and professionals from all across the US. The team had fun attending a rodeo, using teamwork in an escape room, and touring the Indianapolis Speedway and Museum. On the last day of the National Convention, we celebrated the achievements of Melrose Area graduate, Gretta Kasper, who received her American Degree, making her a member of an elite group within the FFA. Less than 1% of members will obtain this degree during their FFA career. Gretta is the fourth member in the history of Melrose FFA to receive this honor. We are so proud of her! #DutchmenPride
3 days ago, Melrose Area School Updates
Our Melrose Volleyball Team hosts the Holdingford Huskers at home tonight at 7pm! Join us for a high-energy game! This play-off game does not accept activity passes, and there are no cash sales at the gate. Tickets are: $10/Adult, $5/Student. Credit card sales will be accepted. Concessions will be available. Tickets: https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h202610160430408397e054d65e97c4e/checkout #DutchmenPride
3 days ago, Melrose Activities
Don't forget to register 7th and 8th Grade Girls Basketball now! The season begins today after school. We'll meet in the HS Gym! Please register here: https://www.gobound.com/mn/schools/melrosearea #DutchmenPride
3 days ago, Melrose Activities
Melrose Rosettes Dance Team begins fall practice today after school. Students in grades 7-12 are welcome to register here: https://www.gobound.com/mn/schools/melrosearea #DutchmenPride
3 days ago, Melrose Activities
Melrose Area Community Education is pleased to host Open Gym from 1-4pm and Open Pickleball from 1-3pm today, October 25th! Please enter door 2. $2/Person or $5/Family. Exact change is appreciated!
