Melrose Area Public Schools

Congratulations to our Speech Team members who participated in the Minnesota Online Speech Series (M.O.S.S.) last week! The results are in, and our team had great success!
Results:
Discussion: Aidan Kluempke took 2nd Place
Ext. Reading: Esther Kapsner took 2nd Place, and Emily Sand took 4th Place
Informative: Aidan Kluempke took 7th Place
Humorous Next-In: Isaiah Gilk took 2nd Place
Nicely done!
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Good Luck to our Fusion Boys Swimming & Diving Team as they compete against Detroit Lakes at Melrose tonight! The races begin at 6pm, and we'll need volunteers on deck to time by 5:45pm. Tonight is also Senior Night, and we'll honor Nolan Fleischhacker, Andrue Stalboerger and Zaron Olmschenk! Go Fusion!
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Happy Groundhog Day! This holiday, dated February 2nd is held in USA and Canada yearly. According to tradition, if the groundhog sees its shadow (clear day), it means six more weeks of winter! If the groundhog doesn't see its shadow (cloudy day), it means an early spring is coming, and the groundhog stays out to pay.
For more information: https://www.groundhog.org/groundhog-day/what-is-groundhog-day/

Congratulations to the Melrose Rosettes for placing 3rd in Jazz, and 2nd in High Kick after tying for First Place at the West Central Conference Invitational! These ladies were on fire!
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Congratulations to our JV Gymnasts, who had their last dual meet of the season at Morris on Friday, January 30th. Our JV Gymnasts had an amazing year, with lots of growth and improvements all season long. Special thanks to Alea Berscheit for these amazing pictures!
Final scores for JV: Melrose- 128.4 vs Morris- 111.1
Varsity: Melrose- 141. 275 vs Morris- 124.8
Congratulations, Lady Dutchmen!
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Congratulations to Noah Christen, our SC-M Defender Wrestler, who celebrated his 75th Pin this weekend! Way to go, Noah!
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Our Defenders Girls Wrestling Team took 1st Place at the Osakis Invitational on Friday, January 30th! Congratulations, Team!
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Grab your sweetheart and join us for a heart-filled evening of creativity, sweetness, and fun on February 7th! In this Valentine’s-themed class, teams of youth and adults will roll up their sleeves and dive into the delicious world of dessert decorating. First, we’ll design and decorate festive sugar cookies bursting with love and color. Then, after a tasty dinner break generously provided by our instructor Ms. B, we’ll get back to the fun by crafting adorable Cupid-inspired cake pops. Register: https://isd740.ce.eleyo.com/course/717/winter-spring-2026/sweethearts-sugar-art-mini-camp

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.

Students in grades 7+ can join us tonight for Open Gym from 7-9pm. $2/Player or $5/Family. Exact change is appreciated. Please enter door 2.

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.

🩹👶 American Red Cross Babysitting Course 👶🩹
📅 Friday, February 13 (Non-School Day)

Perfect for youth ages 11–16 who want to learn how to safely and confidently care for children and infants. This hands-on, in-person course covers everything from playtime and positive behavior to emergency response—real skills for real life.

👉 Register here: https://isd740.ce.eleyo.com/course/713/winter-spring-2026/american-red-cross-babysitting-course

Great skills. Great confidence. Great opportunity!

Join Melrose Middle School and High School for SnoDaze Dress Up Days during the week of February 16-20!!
Theme: Love is Still in the Air
Feb. 16 - No School
Feb. 17 - Don't Sweat the Small Stuff; Pajama Day - Coronation Day
Feb. 18 - Dutchmen Love / Spirit Day
Feb. 19 - Peace & Love; Tie Dye Day
Feb. 20 - Sweetheart Day; Pastels
Feb. 21 - Dance for Grades 9-12
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Sauk Centre-Melrose Defenders Wrestler Noah Christen set a new SC-M Defenders record last night after earning both his 155th and 156th career wins! Congratulations, Noah!
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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! 👏
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Join us for a heart-filled evening of creativity, sweetness, and fun! In this Valentine’s-themed youth class, kids will roll up their sleeves and dive into the delicious world of dessert decorating. First, we’ll design and decorate festive sugar cookies bursting with love and color. Then, after a tasty dinner break generously provided by our instructor Ms. B, we’ll get back to the fun by crafting adorable Cupid-inspired cake pops. This class is designed for one youth and an adult. Register: https://isd740.ce.eleyo.com/course/717/winter-spring-2026/sweethearts-sugar-art-mini-camp

Join us tonight for a Home Dutchmen Boys Basketball Game vs. MACA, and help us raise money for Coaches vs Cancer! There will be an opportunity at half-time of the Varsity Game to donate. All proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society.
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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

📣 We’re Hiring!
Melrose Area Schools is looking for a full-time Custodian to join our team!

✔️ Starting wage $18.75/hr
✔️ $1.05 shift differential after 2:30 PM
✔️ Great benefits (paid time off, health/dental insurance, PERA retirement, and more!)

If you’re reliable, hardworking, and looking for a stable job with solid pay and benefits, this could be a great fit. Come be part of a school community where your work truly matters!

👉 Apply today or share with someone who might be interested!