🌟 Is Your Little One Turning 3 by September 1? 🌟
Preschool is more than just playtime—it’s the beginning of a lifelong love of learning! 💛
Our preschool program is designed especially for curious 3-year-olds who are ready to explore, create, and grow. Through hands-on activities, songs, stories, and social play, your child will:
✨ Build friendships and learn to share
✨ Gain confidence and independence
✨ Practice early learning skills in a fun, low-pressure environment
✨ Get comfortable with routines before kindergarten
We know sending your child to preschool is a big step—for both of you! Our caring staff creates a safe, nurturing space where your child will feel right at home.
👉 For more information visit: isd740.org/preschool
Preschool is more than just playtime—it’s the beginning of a lifelong love of learning! 💛
Our preschool program is designed especially for curious 3-year-olds who are ready to explore, create, and grow. Through hands-on activities, songs, stories, and social play, your child will:
✨ Build friendships and learn to share
✨ Gain confidence and independence
✨ Practice early learning skills in a fun, low-pressure environment
✨ Get comfortable with routines before kindergarten
We know sending your child to preschool is a big step—for both of you! Our caring staff creates a safe, nurturing space where your child will feel right at home.
👉 For more information visit: isd740.org/preschool
Melrose Area Elementary would like to thank everyone who has supported the PTA fundraiser with time and donations! We have officially met and exceeded our goal of $15,000 as a school!
Our total raised at this time is $17,556!
We are still collecting donations!
Community and family who would like to support our school can use this link: https://app.givebacks.gives/melrosepta26
#DutchmenPride
Our total raised at this time is $17,556!
We are still collecting donations!
Community and family who would like to support our school can use this link: https://app.givebacks.gives/melrosepta26
#DutchmenPride
🚨 Self-Defense Class – Feel Confident & Prepared! 🚨
Join us on Thursday, April 16 from 6:00–8:00 PM for a hands-on self-defense class designed to help you stay safe and aware in everyday situations.
This class will cover:
✔️ Smart habits and awareness in public
✔️ Practical tips to avoid risky situations
✔️ Simple, effective techniques to help you get out of uncomfortable or unsafe situations
This is a great opportunity for:
🚗 New drivers gaining independence
🎓 Students heading off to college
🛍️ Anyone who spends time out and about and wants to feel more confident
Register Now: https://isd740.arux.app/course/715/winter-spring-2026/personal-safety-self-defense-seguridad-personal-y-defensa-personal
Join us on Thursday, April 16 from 6:00–8:00 PM for a hands-on self-defense class designed to help you stay safe and aware in everyday situations.
This class will cover:
✔️ Smart habits and awareness in public
✔️ Practical tips to avoid risky situations
✔️ Simple, effective techniques to help you get out of uncomfortable or unsafe situations
This is a great opportunity for:
🚗 New drivers gaining independence
🎓 Students heading off to college
🛍️ Anyone who spends time out and about and wants to feel more confident
Register Now: https://isd740.arux.app/course/715/winter-spring-2026/personal-safety-self-defense-seguridad-personal-y-defensa-personal
Boys and Girls ages 9-14 are welcome to join the St. Rosa Skydome League!
This fun co-ed youth softball league is sponsored by the St. Rosa Jaycees, and games will be played at the St. Rosa ball fields! This league begins on June 4th, with games played on Tuesday & Thursday evenings. Please register by Monday, May 4th.
Registration forms are available at RJ's Country Store in St. Rosa.
Questions? Call Sarah at 320-333-0721
This fun co-ed youth softball league is sponsored by the St. Rosa Jaycees, and games will be played at the St. Rosa ball fields! This league begins on June 4th, with games played on Tuesday & Thursday evenings. Please register by Monday, May 4th.
Registration forms are available at RJ's Country Store in St. Rosa.
Questions? Call Sarah at 320-333-0721
Mmmm! Sunday Breakfast!
Support our local Boy Scouts at our pancake, sausage & egg breakfast today, April 12th at the Melrose Legion! This delicious breakfast will be served from 8:30am to 12:00pm!
Adults/$12
Children/$6
Little ones up to age 4 are FREE!
*Proceeds are used for troop program & camp costs.
Support our local Boy Scouts at our pancake, sausage & egg breakfast today, April 12th at the Melrose Legion! This delicious breakfast will be served from 8:30am to 12:00pm!
Adults/$12
Children/$6
Little ones up to age 4 are FREE!
*Proceeds are used for troop program & camp costs.
Drumroll..... the results are finally in!
Melrose Area Knowledge Bowl Team are the 2025-26 STATE CHAMPIONS!!
Congratulations to all! We are so excited!
#DutchmenPride
Melrose Area Knowledge Bowl Team are the 2025-26 STATE CHAMPIONS!!
Congratulations to all! We are so excited!
#DutchmenPride
Melrose Area Schools Knowledge Bowl Team is STILL holding onto their lead at the State Meet!
We have one round to go! We're on the edge of our seats - we only have a one-point lead! Eek!
Go Dutchmen!!
#DutchmenPride
We have one round to go! We're on the edge of our seats - we only have a one-point lead! Eek!
Go Dutchmen!!
#DutchmenPride
Melrose Area Elementary School Students have raised $14,458 - 96% of their goal of $15,000 as of last night! We still have two weeks to go!
Community and family who would like to donate are welcome to use this link: https://app.givebacks.gives/melrosepta26
#DutchmenPride
Community and family who would like to donate are welcome to use this link: https://app.givebacks.gives/melrosepta26
#DutchmenPride
Our Knowledge Bowl Team had another good round, and is STILL in 1st Place!! The Dutchmen are up by five points! We hope the team has a good lunch, and we're excited for the afternoon rounds! Hooray! Good Luck, Dutchmen!!
#DutchmenPride
#DutchmenPride
YES!! We're SUPER excited about our Knowledge Bowl Team! This team had another great round, gaining an additional 13 points! Keep it up! We're rooting for you!
#DutchmenPride
#DutchmenPride
Melrose Area Schools National Honor Society Students sponsored a Blood Drive at our school today! Students, staff, and community members were able to sign up and donate! From start to finish, NHS Students are helping our donors feel comfortable.
*Did you know 1 Pint of Blood can save 3 Lives?
*Thanks to all our donors!
#DutchmenPride
*Did you know 1 Pint of Blood can save 3 Lives?
*Thanks to all our donors!
#DutchmenPride
Woop-woop! Our Dutchmen Knowledge Bowl Team is STILL in 1st Place after Round 2!
Great job! We're so excited!!
#DutchmenPride
Great job! We're so excited!!
#DutchmenPride
Join Superintendent Dingmann at the Greenwald Pub for informal conversation!
Tuesday, April 14 • 6:00-8:00 pm
#DutchmenPride
Tuesday, April 14 • 6:00-8:00 pm
#DutchmenPride
The MFT (Melrose Federation of Teachers) spent a few hours spring cleaning their adopted highway this week. It was a good reminder that small acts can have a big impact on our community.
#DutchmenPride
#DutchmenPride
Melrose Area Schools Knowledge Bowl Team is in 1st place after their written test last night!! Oral rounds begin at 8am today. We're SUPER EXCITED for this team!!
Go Dutchmen!!
Back Row: Andrue Stalboerger, Eric Sundermann, Logan Kelzer
Front Row: Ramona Lurken-Tvrdik, Nina Prout
#DutchmenPride
Go Dutchmen!!
Back Row: Andrue Stalboerger, Eric Sundermann, Logan Kelzer
Front Row: Ramona Lurken-Tvrdik, Nina Prout
#DutchmenPride
Today is the Big Day! We're thinking of our Knowledge Bowl Team this morning!
We're rooting for the Dutchmen!!
Good Luck at the State Meet!!
#DutchmenPride
We're rooting for the Dutchmen!!
Good Luck at the State Meet!!
#DutchmenPride
Melrose Area Schools enjoyed the Pep Fest yesterday, celebrating our Knowledge Bowl Team!
After 35 questions, the students going to the State Meet were the clear winners! Kudos to the staff & students who competed in this fun event!
We are thinking of our Knowledge Bowl Team today & are hoping they have fun as they get ready for their competition!
State Participants include: Zach Nelson, Logan Kelzer, Eric Sundermann, Nina Prout, Andrue Stalboerger, Ramona Lurken-Tvrdik.
This fabulous team is coached by Dave Hoyt and Bill Leraas.
Go Dutchmen!!
#DutchmenPride
After 35 questions, the students going to the State Meet were the clear winners! Kudos to the staff & students who competed in this fun event!
We are thinking of our Knowledge Bowl Team today & are hoping they have fun as they get ready for their competition!
State Participants include: Zach Nelson, Logan Kelzer, Eric Sundermann, Nina Prout, Andrue Stalboerger, Ramona Lurken-Tvrdik.
This fabulous team is coached by Dave Hoyt and Bill Leraas.
Go Dutchmen!!
#DutchmenPride
🌟 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
Woot-woot!! Our Knowledge Bowl Team heads off to the State Meet today!!
This team will compete on Friday, April 10th, in the written & oral rounds.
Go Dutchmen!!
#DutchmenPride
This team will compete on Friday, April 10th, in the written & oral rounds.
Go Dutchmen!!
#DutchmenPride
Are you over 55 years of age?
Ready to save up to 10% off your car insurance for three years?
Register for class by calling 320-308-1400 or 888-234-1294!
**Leave a voice message if necessary, with your name, phone number & class you want!
The next class at Melrose Area Schools is in the HS Media Center from 5-9pm on April 21st!
Ready to save up to 10% off your car insurance for three years?
Register for class by calling 320-308-1400 or 888-234-1294!
**Leave a voice message if necessary, with your name, phone number & class you want!
The next class at Melrose Area Schools is in the HS Media Center from 5-9pm on April 21st!
