Bussing information for the 2025-26 school year is now available!
Log in to your ParentVUE account to see your child’s bus company, bus number, and pick-up times:
👉 ParentVUE Login
Need more details? Visit our transportation page: isd740.org/transportation
Middle & High School Students, please plan on earlier pick up times on 9/2-9/3 due to no elementary classes.
Let’s make the first day of school smooth and safe for all our Dutchmen!
#DutchmenPride
We are looking forward to another great year of Adult Basic Education! Participants can learn English and earn their GED! Classes begin on September 10, 2025 and go from 5-7:30pm. We'll meet in the HS Media Center. Please enter door 7. Please scan the QR code to register for class. Also - we are looking for an ABE volunteer to help with this class!
🌟 Why ECFE? Because parenting is the most important job you’ll ever have—and you don’t have to do it alone. 🌟
Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) is designed just for you and your little one! 💕
Through play, learning, and connection, you’ll:
✨ Build strong bonds with your child
✨ Discover new ways to support your child’s growth
✨ Connect with other parents who get it
✨ Have fun together in a welcoming, family-centered space
Our fall classes are open now—from playful parent-child activities to meaningful discussions with other caregivers. Whether your child is a newborn, toddler, or preschooler, ECFE has a place for you.
For more information visit: https://isd740.ce.eleyo.com/search?q=ecfe&redirected_yet=true
Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) is designed just for you and your little one! 💕
Through play, learning, and connection, you’ll:
✨ Build strong bonds with your child
✨ Discover new ways to support your child’s growth
✨ Connect with other parents who get it
✨ Have fun together in a welcoming, family-centered space
Our fall classes are open now—from playful parent-child activities to meaningful discussions with other caregivers. Whether your child is a newborn, toddler, or preschooler, ECFE has a place for you.
For more information visit: https://isd740.ce.eleyo.com/search?q=ecfe&redirected_yet=true
Melrose Area Public Schools welcomes students in grades 7-12 to audition for our fall musical, Cinderella! Auditions will be at 3 o'clock on both September 3rd and 4th in the Marit Elliott Performing Arts Center! Please bring a song and a friend. #DutchmenPride
📚✨ A huge thank you to our incredible K-5 teachers, interventionists, special education staff, and ESL team who came together today for Functional Phonics and Morphology training!
Your dedication to growing as professionals and supporting literacy achievement for all of our Dutchmen readers is inspiring. Every hour you invest in learning directly impacts the success and confidence of our students. We are grateful for your commitment to making reading accessible and empowering for every child at Melrose Area.
Because of you, our students are not just learning to read, they are reading to learn.📖
#MelroseReads
🌟 We’re Looking for Community Voices! 🌟
Join the Community Education Advisory Council and help shape programs and opportunities that serve our community. Just a few meetings a year, flexible attendance (in-person or Google Meet), and even lunch at our noon meetings!
Your input makes a difference—come be part of the team!
Email: kneu@isd740.org
Join the Community Education Advisory Council and help shape programs and opportunities that serve our community. Just a few meetings a year, flexible attendance (in-person or Google Meet), and even lunch at our noon meetings!
Your input makes a difference—come be part of the team!
Email: kneu@isd740.org
Melrose Area Staff enjoyed visiting with one another as they prepared for students! Today, we enjoyed pizza from JD's, served by our awesome Administrative Team! #DutchmenPride
🌟 We’re Hiring! 🌟
Melrose Area Schools is looking for an Elementary Paraprofessional to join our team!
This role makes a real difference in kids’ lives by supporting their learning and growth.
✔️ Enjoy working with kids
✔️ Patient, flexible, and dependable
✔️ Team player with good communication
No experience? No problem—we provide training!
👉 Apply today and be part of something meaningful
isd740.org/employment
Melrose Area Schools is looking for an Elementary Paraprofessional to join our team!
This role makes a real difference in kids’ lives by supporting their learning and growth.
✔️ Enjoy working with kids
✔️ Patient, flexible, and dependable
✔️ Team player with good communication
No experience? No problem—we provide training!
👉 Apply today and be part of something meaningful
isd740.org/employment
🚗 Parking Lot Update
We’ve made some changes to help keep traffic flowing safely at Melrose Area Schools!
Before the first day of school, please take a few minutes to watch our short parking lot update videos on the district website.
Your preparation will help ensure a smooth and safe start for everyone.
https://www.isd740.org/o/maps/page/parking-lot-project
#DutchmenPride
We’ve made some changes to help keep traffic flowing safely at Melrose Area Schools!
Before the first day of school, please take a few minutes to watch our short parking lot update videos on the district website.
Your preparation will help ensure a smooth and safe start for everyone.
https://www.isd740.org/o/maps/page/parking-lot-project
#DutchmenPride
Melrose Area Public Schools will be hosting an Open House for students in grades 6-12 tonight from 4-7pm, and we are pleased to invite everyone to dine at our food trucks! The food trucks will be on school property, serving from 3-7pm. Thank you for supporting these small businesses!
Families of students grades 6-12 only! Join us for your open house night on Wednesday, August 27 from 4-7:00 pm. Come hungry and enjoy a meal from Taqueria Bravo or South Meats North from 3:00-7:00 pm!
Today is National Dog Day - a day to celebrate the love, loyalty and companionship dogs bring to our lives. From pets to service animals to police dogs or rescue dogs, these amazing creatures play are an important part of our lives!
7/8 Grade Boys Soccer begins on the first day of school - September 2, 2025! Our numbers are low - we need boys to register! Athletes need to have a current physical on file before they can register! Help us fill the team! #DutchmenPride
Melrose Area Girls Soccer Team invites everyone to 'like' their soccer page to get updates about their games! Use link: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/162udoQ9ru/?mibextid=wwXIfr
#DutchmenPride
#DutchmenPride
Melrose Area Schools is seeking a Preschool Paraprofessional to join our Early Childhood team! This position will support our preschool programs, as well as our daytime Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) program.
We are looking for someone who enjoys working with young children, is a team player, and is excited to be part of a fun, collaborative preschool staff.
Details:
Hours: 7:45 am – 3:00 pm (school days)
Location: Melrose Area Elementary School
Bilingual skills are a plus
If you love helping children learn and grow, we’d love to hear from you!
To learn more visit: isd740.org/employment
We are looking for someone who enjoys working with young children, is a team player, and is excited to be part of a fun, collaborative preschool staff.
Details:
Hours: 7:45 am – 3:00 pm (school days)
Location: Melrose Area Elementary School
Bilingual skills are a plus
If you love helping children learn and grow, we’d love to hear from you!
To learn more visit: isd740.org/employment
As you fill up your vehicle, remember to support our school programs at the Spirit Pumps! Two cents from every gallon will come back to our school! #DutchmenPride
🌟 We’re hiring a .5 FTE Special Assessment Coordinator! 🌟
Looking for a flexible, part-time role that lets you stay connected to education and make a meaningful difference? This position offers the opportunity to use your teaching expertise in a supportive environment while not having a full time teaching workload.
✔️ Requirements: A valid Minnesota teaching license
⭐ Bonus: Special Education license
This is a wonderful way to stay engaged, contribute your skills, and make an impact—without the demands of a full-time schedule.
Apply today and be part of a team that values both students and staff! Visit: isd740.org/employment
Looking for a flexible, part-time role that lets you stay connected to education and make a meaningful difference? This position offers the opportunity to use your teaching expertise in a supportive environment while not having a full time teaching workload.
✔️ Requirements: A valid Minnesota teaching license
⭐ Bonus: Special Education license
This is a wonderful way to stay engaged, contribute your skills, and make an impact—without the demands of a full-time schedule.
Apply today and be part of a team that values both students and staff! Visit: isd740.org/employment
Parking Lot Closure – August 21st
Melrose Area Schools' parking lot will be closed from 6am-12pm to all vehicles, including golf carts and side-by-sides. During this time, the contractor will be paving the final layer of asphalt on the south lot off County Road 168. Parking is available by the HS baseball fields or the Sauk River City Park.
The southeast parking lot area will reopen and be safe for driving after 12pm.
Melrose Area Schools' parking lot will be closed from 6am-12pm to all vehicles, including golf carts and side-by-sides. During this time, the contractor will be paving the final layer of asphalt on the south lot off County Road 168. Parking is available by the HS baseball fields or the Sauk River City Park.
The southeast parking lot area will reopen and be safe for driving after 12pm.
Melrose Area Elementary School's Staff invites all parents to sign up for 'Entrance Conferences,' which will take place on September 2nd & 3rd. These 15 minute conferences are designed to give students, parents and teachers a chance to establish their new relationship. Please check your email for more information. Melrose Area Elementary Students will begin school on Thursday, September 4th. Middle School and High School Students will begin school on Tuesday, September 2nd. #DutchmenPride
Parking Lot Closure – August 21st
Tomorrow, Thursday, August 21st, our parking lot will be closed from 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to all vehicles, including golf carts and side-by-sides. During this time, the contractor will be paving the final layer of asphalt on the south lot off County Road 168. Parking will be available by the baseball fields or the city park.
The Southeast lot area will reopen and be safe for driving after 12:00 p.m.
Tomorrow, Thursday, August 21st, our parking lot will be closed from 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to all vehicles, including golf carts and side-by-sides. During this time, the contractor will be paving the final layer of asphalt on the south lot off County Road 168. Parking will be available by the baseball fields or the city park.
The Southeast lot area will reopen and be safe for driving after 12:00 p.m.
