Life can bring about many different challenges and can become overwhelming at times. This site provides students and families the ability to explore different strategies during those challenges and moments of strong emotions. Look around, explore and enjoy!Calming Corner SiteVideo About the Site - EnglishVideo sobre el sitio, español -... READ MORE >

Superintendent Update 5/26/2020 The Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) did release some new guidance for schools to offer summer school this past week. We will be exploring the possibilities this new guidance offers. Along with summer school, we may also be able to offer community education programs this summer. The planning for any type of summer school or... READ MORE >

Hello High School Parents and Guardians. Senior material returns are scheduled for 6/2 and 9-11th graders material returns are scheduled for 6/4, 6/5, and 6/8. Please see the attached document for more specific information. Material Return Schedule English and Spanish Please call the High School Office if you have any questions. 320-256-5160 ext 1001 READ MORE >

¡Hola, familias de Melrose Area Elementary School! Ya casi hemos terminado con nuestro año escolar, y quería agradecerles y expresar mi agradecimiento por todo su arduo trabajo durante este tiempo de aprendizaje a distancia. He estado muy orgulloso de nuestros estudiantes por trabajar tan diligentemente en estas circunstancias únicas. ¡Gracias! A continuación se... READ MORE >

Hello Melrose Area Elementary School families! We are almost done with our school year, and I wanted to thank you and express my appreciation for all of your hard work through this time of Distance Learning. I have been so proud of our students for working so diligently in these unique circumstances. Thank you! Below is the material drop off schedule for the... READ MORE >

Hello Middle School Parents and Guardians. School material returns are scheduled to occur on 6/4, 6/5, and 6/8. Please see the attached documents for more specific information. English Schedule Spanish Schedule Please call the Middle School Office if you have any questions. 320-256-5160 ext 1014 READ MORE >

Listen to Mr. Winter's Supt. Radio Interview from 5-13-20 READ MORE >

There are some important resources for families in our area. Ms. Nietfeld shares this information in both English and Spanish.English: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/707914/Resources-English.mp4.Spanish: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/707915/Resources-Spanish.mp4.Also, check out our website for... READ MORE >

Superintendent Update 5/18/2020 It is hard to believe that Memorial Day weekend is on the horizon. Some reminders as we wind down the year. This is the last week for new instruction for grades K-8. The focus following this week will be for teachers to reach out to those students and families to get those that have fallen behind caught up to be successful for next... READ MORE >

Guided meditation, deep relaxation and mind-body techniques are researched and proven approaches that have lasting benefits for radiant health, happiness and self-empowerment.Social worker Danielle Husby has provided a guided meditation for you. Guided MeditationMeditacion Guiada READ MORE >

Today’s theme is…Try Something New or Show Us Your Talent! Try something new while you are at home…a hobby, a food, anything OR Show us your talent!Remember to upload a picture or video of yourself completing today’s activity by midnight tonight. You can upload your picture or video using the following link:... READ MORE >

Students, it's day 2 of Spring Fling! Today’s theme is…Get Outside! Take a picture of yourself enjoying the outdoors - get outside and stay healthy!Remember to upload a picture or video of yourself completing today’s activity by midnight tonight. You can upload your picture or video using the following... READ MORE >

Superintendent Update 5/11/2020 As we now take a look at the calendar with less than a month of school left, a couple of reminders and some information that will be forthcoming in the next couple of weeks. This Wednesday (5/13) will be a day with no new instruction. It is a day for students (Grades K-11) to get caught up on their homework to make sure they... READ MORE >

The next School Board Meeting will be held in Special Session on May 13, 2020 at 7:00 pm via Zoom meeting.If you need any type of accomodation to participate in the meeting, please contact Superintendent Winter at 256-5160 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.RE: 2020-21 School Calendar, Auditorium Project, & Secure EntryBecky Feldewerd, ClerkInd. School... READ MORE >

Superintendent Update 5/5/2020 We hope the break your students had over the weekend was a welcome break from the instructional learning during the Professional Workshop days the teaching staff had last Friday and yesterday. A lot of work was done over these two days with webinars provided by the state of Minnesota, collaboration with teachers with their grade... READ MORE >

We have exciting news to share! We are very happy to announce that beginning in the fall, Stephanie Virnig (from Lutheran Social Services-Counseling agency) will be in our building 5 days a week! We were able to add 2 extra days for her - which is great news! As you can imagine, this has been a difficult time for our students and their families. We have always... READ MORE >

School Lunch Hero Day is a chance to showcase the difference our school nutrition professionals make for every child who comes through the cafeteria. Right now, these heroes are preparing breakfasts and lunches that are being delivered throughout our communities. This is an amazing service to our children and their families. Please take time to thank our Lunch... READ MORE >

We are over halfway through our 3 Good Things Challenge and the responses have been phenomenal! Our students and staff have shared amazing things with us about their lives right now. When faced with adversity, seeing the positive is so important. Check out these responses:I went golfing! It was a lot of fun!Learned a new gameHorses made me laughI slept so good last... READ MORE >

Superintendent Update 4/27/2020 As many if not all of you are now aware, students will not be returning to school this year. Our Distance Learning Plan (DLP) will continue for the remainder of the year. Along with this directive from our Governor, we will not have any components of the DLP this Friday (5/1) and Monday (5/4). This time was originally set aside... READ MORE >

We continue to hear GOOD things from our students and staff on behalf of our "3 Good Things Challenge." Here are just a few good things they have shared:It's a beautiful day for a walkI got extra snuggle time with my dogI got to sleep inI'm exercising every dayI had lunch with my dadI'm writing a song I really like*Be happy not because everything is good, but... READ MORE >

Here we go again! Another group of Melrose staff cheering on our students! Enjoy our "Virtual School Song" and Happy Wednesday! READ MORE >

Superintendent Update 4/20/2020 It is hard to believe we are starting our 4th week with the Distance Learning Plan (DLP). We would ask all parents/guardians to continue to offer positive support to your students. We are showing some great results from the vast majority of students. There are a few students that we will be reaching out to this week to offer some... READ MORE >

Our staff wants to let our students know how much we miss them. Enjoy the FIRST Dutchmen Staff School Song video, the sequel will be released later this week.#BorderBattleMelrose READ MORE >

Kindergarten Round-Up for children who will be entering Melrose Area Public School’s Kindergarten class this fall will look differently this year. Unfortunately, we will not have students in the building as we normally do. We will be doing registration through the mail this year. If you have a Kindergarten age student and have not received anything in the mail... READ MORE >

On behalf of the Melrose Area Schools Mental Health Team, we are putting on a district wide "Three Good Things Challenge." We know that this time of Distance Learning is challenging for us all in many ways. Research shows reflecting on Three Good Things everyday for just 2 weeks has proven to increase overall levels of happiness, sleep quality, positive... READ MORE >

Superintendent Update 4/14/2020 After a long weekend break, it is time to get back to work for both the staff here at the school and the students. Hopefully the long weekend provided a needed break from the implementation of our Distance Learning Plan (DLP). At this time, staff that are still working in the school for our food service and childcare, we are... READ MORE >

Congrats to the Middle School Students of the Quarter, for Quarter 3 of 2019-2020! Math - Savannah Honkomp FACS - Ria Nelson Industrial Tech - Anessa Redepenning Science - Malachi Piche English - Faith Rasmussen Social Studies - Midi Morales and Nadia Berscheit Art - Haiden Kociemba Finken and Ema Feldewerd Music - Emerson Malchow (Choir) Phy Ed - Jada... READ MORE >

Superintendent Update 4/6/2020 As we continue to deal with the COVID-19 outbreak, I will be posting weekly updates on our website. The first week and launch of our Distance Learning Plan (DLP) went very well last week. We know there are just a few households out there that do not have either internet connectivity or a hotspot to gain access to their students'... READ MORE >

The COVID-19 outbreak is a rapidly evolving situation and CentraCare is taking steps to help control the spread and care for those who will be affected. The only visitors who can enter CentraCare are those for patients at end of life, critically ill, parent of a minor child, and/or labor support person. This is limited to one healthy visitor who will be screened... READ MORE >

The district is providing Lunch Pick Up Sites for students at 11 locations. Lunch will be available between 12-12:30 each week day. Melrose Area School Parking Lot, Door 3. Melrose Bowl Parking Lot, 16 6th Ave. SE, Melrose. Melrose Truck Repair, Parking Lot, 305 3rd Ave. SW, Melrose. Meadowlark Country Club, Parking Lot, 837 Country Club Dr, Melrose.... READ MORE >

Schedule for Collection of Students Instructional/Personal Items We have created a schedule for students, along with parents, to come in and clear out their locker to get all personal items (locker room lockers too) and all instructional materials, including technology. We would ask that you stay with your dates and times as scheduled to alleviate traffic in the... READ MORE >

In response to the recent report by Stearns County Public Health of a confirmed case of COVID-19 in Stearns County, Superintendents from the county have agreed upon shared school operations protocols. The districts will follow the guidance of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) “Mild/Moderate Mitigation for Schools with COVID-19 Cases in their... READ MORE >

Congratulations to the following middle school students of the month for February, as their teachers have praised them for their efforts with a certificate of recognition in the following areas of study. Excellent job to you all! Art: Georgia Anderson & Karina Gallardo Music: Logan Schad (choir) & Autumn Oevermann Phy Ed: Riley Elfering & Brandon... READ MORE >

We'd like to give Melrose Area High School Parents an opportunity to participate in a career tech education survey. The intent of the survey is to collect data from stakeholders, including parents. The data collected may be utilized to evaluate scope and sequencing of our school career technical education programs. If you are interested in taking the survey, the... READ MORE >

Congratulations to the following high school students of the month of February, as their teachers have praised them for their efforts with a certificate of recognition in the following areas of study. Excellent job to you all! Art: Kaily Paramo Ambriz and Casllie Schaefer Music: Andrew Kuechle Phy Ed: Alanna Wensmann Spanish: Maiya Keaveny and Madisyn... READ MORE >

On March 24th, Melrose Area Schools is inviting Student Reach Minnesota international motivational speaker, Terrence Talley, to speak to the elementary, middle, and high school students and staff. Mr. Talley will speak on real-life issues that all of us may face and the power of not giving up. Terrence’s message is designed to bring a sense of help and hope to... READ MORE >

The Dutchmen Explorers’ Club is excited to announce our Summer Care Program. We will be hosting an open house on Wednesday, March 11th from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Our theme for the year is “Summer Under the Sea at the D.E.C.” We will swim through the summer months, learning about our oceans and the creatures beneath the waves. We will provide exciting ways to keep... READ MORE >

The Melrose Archery team had another great tournament on Saturday at Sauk Centre. Sawyer Frieler took first place in the Middle School Boys' division with a 282, Anika Berscheit took first place in the Elementary Girls' division with a 263. Also placing high were Camilla McCormick, 6th, Middle School Girls' with a 269 and Morgan Housman, 5th, Elementary Girls' with... READ MORE >

Listen to Superintendent Winter's February radio interview on KASM. READ MORE >

It's always enjoyable to be able to share excellent academic news regarding our students. Congratulations go out to the following high school students who were recognized by their teachers for their academic efforts for the month of January. Excellent job! Art: Jasmine Hasbrock & Gabrielle Butkowski Music: Brianna Maus & Patrricia de la Cruz Ajqui Phy Ed: ... READ MORE >

LifeTouch will be here to take spring pictures for K-8th grade on Wednesday, February 19 at 8:00am. If you would like to order pictures for your Middle School student, have them stop in the Middle School office to pick up an order form. Pictures will only be taken if the they are paid for in advance or if money is brought on picture day. The website to pre-order... READ MORE >

Student Council is gearing up for SnoDaze 2020!Middle School & High School Theme: "Netflix and Spirit"!Dress up days are as follows: Monday: PJ Masks (PJDay) - Coronation is at 10:00 a.m.Tuesday: F-R-I-E-N-D-S (Dress as a friend/Twin Day)Wednesday: The Office (Business Attire)Thursday: Stranger Things (Decade/Retro)Friday: Riverdale (Spirit Day)Enjoy SnoDaze 2020! READ MORE >

Believe it or not, summer will eventually be here! The Dutchmen Explorers' Club will be open for students ages 4 to 5th grade throughout the summer. The DEC will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and offer a variety of programs, activities, gardening, swimming, field trips, and fun for your kids! If you are interested in learning more this program, please reach out... READ MORE >

The first 2020 "Making Connections" event was a win-win! We invited community members to join students in their classroom - to come together and "connect." Our Concert Choir class welcomed guests and enjoyed activities together, and combined their voices in laughter and song. A huge thank you to Mr. Kiminski and his students for hosting this event. Our next "Making... READ MORE >

Congratulations to these middle schoolers! Math - Anessa Redepenning and Alexis Baumann FACS - Caraline Braun Industrial Tech - Tyler Poepping Science - Anthony Berscheit and Audrey Waldvogel English - Hallie Drossel and Teague Dusha Music - Andrew Traeger and Jonathan Ambriz Art - Anna Neu and Gretta Hellermann Social Studies - Melissa Ambriz READ MORE >

As a concluding activity to the course, Foods and Nutrition students put their knowledge and skills to work preparing meals that were nutritious and delicious. The meals had to be low in calories, fat and sodium and high in nutrients. A serving of each of the five food groups was also required. Students did an excellent job displaying what they had learned... READ MORE >

The Dutchmen Explorers' Club is OPEN JANUARY 24, 2020!(For Preschool through Grade 5)The school will be closed for teacher workshops, but the *Dutchmen Explorers Club* will be open! *Open 6:30 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. *Cost: $25.00 (If your child is not enrolled in the D.E.C. please bring cash or check at drop off) Please bring a packed lunch and a water bottle.... READ MORE >

Congratulations to Ramona Lurken-Tvrdik, who won our district spelling bee yesterday! If you are wondering about the bee, here are a few fun facts... -The word list is an official word list from Scripps National Spelling bee. Every district in the state uses the same word list. -This bee is the first step that could get students all the way to the national... READ MORE >

Former Head BBB coach Daryl Oja honors current Head BBB coach Ryan Dusha on Monday 1/6/20 for becoming the winningest BBB coach in Dutchmen history. Coach Dusha has guided the Dutchmen to 348 wins so far in his career. He passed Coach Oja, who was the previous record holder with 344 wins.Congratulations Coach Dusha!!!!! READ MORE >

Theatre Camp for grades 3-4 and 5-6 beings in April! Kids in grades 3-6, get ready for a great time on stage at Theatre Camp this year. Directors and assistants will instruct and mentor you in all of the steps necessary to produce a play. After one week, there will be a great show ready for the public! Camp begins on Thursday, April 23.Here is the link to register:... READ MORE >

Parents, we understand how inconvenient it is when school is canceled. We would like to offer you some assistance! We will be offering "Drop-In Care" at the Dutchmen Explorers' Club on days that school is canceled due to snow or bad weather. Here are the details: Open for preschoolers (age 4) through 5th grade. Open 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. $30 check or cash payable... READ MORE >

Congratulations to the following high school students of 2nd quarter, who were recognized by their teachers for their academic efforts. Great job! Art: Paige Poepping Music: Chelsey Wieling Phy Ed: Karen Funk Spanish: Jasmine Hasbrook German: Karen Funk Social Studies: Bella Nathe English: Madison Rosenberger Science: Isaac Schmiesing Math: ... READ MORE >

Congrats to the Middle School Students of the Quarter! Math - Jasmin Martinez BotelloFACS - Jose Juarez RayaIndustrial Tech - Chris HerderingScience - Hallie DrosselEnglish - Brooke RuoffSocial Studies - Eric SundermannArt - Ariana OlmscheidMusic - Logan Schad (Choir)Phy Ed - Eddie Wenker READ MORE >

Math - Malachi Piche and Riley Elfering FACS - Jesus Hernandez and Megan Frieler Industrial Tech - Ema Feldewerd Science - Fermin Abonce and Dylan Stangler English - Andrue Stalboerger and Brandon Revering Music - Megan Frieler and Mia Anderson Art - Brooke Welle PE - Ema Feldewerd and Isaac Bauer READ MORE >

Technology changes SO fast! Our new Melrose Area Public School App has been updated. There are now more choices for Push Notifications, be sure to check which ones apply to you! This app will be used to notify parents about school closings, and other important updates. Please reach out to an administrator or secretary at school if you have any questions about our app. READ MORE >

Listen to news and updates from Mr. Winter! READ MORE >

Winter Storm Weather Announcements will be broadcast over the following radio and television stations:Radio StationsKASM 1150 am AlbanyKEYL 1400 am Long PrairieKCLD 104.7 FM St. CloudKIK 100.7 FM AlexandriaWCCO 830 am MinneapolisTelevision StationsWCCO Channel 4KSTP Channel 5KMSP Channel 9KARE Channel 11School Closing CriteriaClosing school due to poor weather... READ MORE >

Minnesota Community Education was established in 1969 - celebrating 50 years of service! Community Education serves 336 districts in Minnesota, and many more throughout the United States. What Is Community Education? Community Education is an opportunity for local citizens and community schools, agencies and institutions to become active partners in addressing... READ MORE >

The first Band Concert of the 2019-20 school year is Thursday, November 21 at 8 p.m. in the Marit Elliott Performing Arts Center. The concert will feature Christmas songs and a variety of other music. The Jazz Band will also be performing. Cost is $4 for students and $6 for adults, or you may use your Activity Pass. Come and enjoy the musical talents of 7-12 grade... READ MORE >

Starting this January, Melrose Middle School needs 2 math tutors to give their time and talent to help our kids improve their math skills. Maybe you are a stay-at-home parent or retiree, recent grad or career changer – you could be a great tutor. No experience? No problem – we’ll train you. You don’t even have to be great at math.There are perks (even beyond... READ MORE >

If you have children in Melrose Area Public Schools, you should get our App! Search the App Store for Melrose Area Public Schools MN. The district will be using the App to share news and notifications about school closings, and updates for parents. The App is not just for parents, though, it's a great tool to stay up-to-date on news, events, and information about... READ MORE >

Congratulations to the Middle School Students of the Month in October! Math - Ramona Lurken-Tvrdik and Christopher Herrera FACS - Brooke Klaphake Industrial Tech - Trevor Blonigen and Brandon Dragseth Science - Daniel Mueller and Turner Beuning English - Kaylee Ellering and Camryn Roering Music - Yoselin Ambriz Ramirez and Anna Neu Art - Cecilia Sjogren PE... READ MORE >

Congratulations to the following high school students for 1st quarter, who were recognized by their teachers for their academic efforts. Way to go! Art: Ebelin Botello Music: Katrinna Deters Phy Ed: Jayden Danzl Spanish: Alexis Wensmann German: Erika Doetkott Social Studies: Ellie Heller English: Madalyn Kraemer Science: Tyler Pohlmann Math: ... READ MORE >

Today was our Pep Rally Day to kick off our Boosterthon! We gathered together to learn about how to help our school and our brand new character theme. It’s going to be a TON of fun! Plus, we are kicking everything off today with a challenge called the My First Pledge Challenge! We want to see how many students can get registered on funrun.com TONIGHT and ask... READ MORE >

Melrose Preschool is fortunate to have Reading Corps Tutor, Laura Bertram, on staff. Minnesota Reading Corps tutors are trained using the science of how children learn to read — and then they work on boosting literacy skills. It’s a nearly impossible for teachers to deliver individualized instruction to every student. But because that’s all Reading Corps... READ MORE >

Picture retakes for Melrose Area Elementary are on Tuesday, October 29th. READ MORE >

Would you like to make an impact in the lives of children? Become a Foster Grandparent Program classroom volunteer! Adults can benefit by interacting with the playful, imaginative minds of youth. Working with kids can teach us more about ourselves, inspire our own creativity, and ground us as we grow older.For more information, please call or email Pat Scherf, FGP... READ MORE >

K-12 will continue with tradition and be doing the Jingle Jar this year. The dates are October 29-31. We are asking students and staff to give any amount they can spare. Check the couch cushions!The Women of Today will purchase gifts for families in need over the holiday season with the money raised. Some donations will be left at school to help with student... READ MORE >

Melrose School picture retake day will be next Tuesday, October 29th. All students should have received their pictures - if they have not, please have them stop by the office. READ MORE >

Our 2019 Fall Musical is "Once Upon a Mattress." Show dates are November 7, 8, 9 at 7:30 p.m. and November 10 at 2 p.m. in the Marit Elliott Performing Arts Center. All tickets are reserved and can be purchased at Melrose High School or Melrose locations of CMCU and Freeport State Bank. READ MORE >

Radio Interview 10/16 READ MORE >

Welcome to our new website! A few tips for finding what you need - you can use the MENU for a dropdown of our site pages, or you can use the SEARCH box to look for specific information. If you still need help, feel free to contact Holly Berscheit (hberscheit@isd740.org), Tammy Oliver (toliver@isd740.org) or Stacey Austing-Jacobson (staceyaj@isd740.org) for... READ MORE >

Homework Help has started!! Grades 1-5.....Tuesday and Thursday in the Elementary Library from 3:00 - 4:00 pm...Students must have a form turned in to attend....Forms are in the Elementary office Grades 6-12....Monday and Wednesday in the Middle School WIN room from 3:00 - 4:30 pm. No forms necessary students need to sign in and out. If you have any questions about... READ MORE >

Congratulations to the Middle School Students of the Month in SeptemberMath - Ian Baysinger and Noah Hellmann-MaderFACS - Isaac Frericks and Macie BauerIndustrial Tech - Wyatt MalchowScience - Sierra Austin and Olivia Van BeckEnglish - Jada Rausch and Amelia BrowerMusic - Meadow Schaefer and Jessica PohlmannArt - Hayley Ettel and Alyssa StordahlPE - Ria Nelson and... READ MORE >

Mr. Winter does a monthly radio interview at KASM, listen to what he has to share! https://5il.co/aezm READ MORE >