See How Mendota Heights' Test Scores Compare Amid National Reading Decline

The new analysis of test scores looks at how student performance was affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Saint Thomas Academy Senior Wins Natl Leadership Award

Saint Thomas Academy Senior Chosen Minnesota’s Recipient of Billy Michal Student Leadership Award from The National WWII Museum

Back To School: District 197 2023-24 School Calendar

Parents in Mendota Heights can mark the first day of school coming later this summer.

Saint Thomas Academy Names Brian Ragatz President

Ragatz will take over from current Headmaster Kelby Woodard, who has been named president of the Cristo Rey Network of schools nationally.

Saint Thomas Academy & Visitation Receive $4-Million Gift for New Pool

Family's donation of $1 million plus $3-million matching gift is largest in both schools' histories.

Best High Schools In The Twin Cities: Where Two Rivers High Ranks

Two Rivers High School got an A- from Niche.

10 Dakota County Schools Remain On MDH's COVID-19 Outbreak List

This will be Patch's last report on the list for the 2021-22 school year.

Biggest Private Schools In MN: Where Mendota Heights-Area Schools Rank

Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal released a report of the 35 largest private schools in Minnesota.

Mendota Heights Students Win National Merit Scholarships

The winners will receive $2,500 scholarships and were chosen from a pool of over 15,000 applicants.

St. Thomas Academy Names New Head Coach

St. Thomas Academy recently announced that it named Mike Randolph its new head hockey coach.

Best STEM High Schools In MN: How Mendota Heights Schools Rank

The rankings are based on U.S. Department of Education data, test scores, college data and student reviews.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: Osseo’s Meissner Claims Back-To-Back Wrestling Titles

Last year, due to the pandemic, the state tournament was held at St. Michael-Albertville High School, with few in attendance.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: Zanewood Community: A STEAM School Partners With The Works Museum For A Virtual Engineering Night

Rube Goldberg machines were designed to perform simple tasks through a chain reaction.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: Osseo Robotics Teams Compete At State Tournament

One team, the Osseo Mechanical Mayhem, finished runner-up and qualified for the world championships.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: Birch Grove School For The Arts Puts On The Musical Adventure Of Flat Stanley Jr.

Performances of The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley Jr. will be from March 11-13.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: National School Social Work Week: Park Center Senior High School Social Worker Provides Mental Health Support

“I just really loved working with the teenagers and their resiliency and their outlook on life,” Kulhmann shared.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: Park Brook Elementary School Students Jump Into Double Dutch

Fifth grader Isabel Tousignant loves all things about Park Brook Elementary School.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: 'Take Off With School Breakfast' During National School Breakfast Week

For the 2021-22 school year, Osseo Area Schools has been able to provide breakfast to all students at no cost.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: School Spotlight: Fair Oaks Elementary Hosts Mini-Winter Olympics With Mentors

It’s the first time the school has organized the event, and the fact that it’s after the pandemic makes it even more special.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: Crest View Elementary School Fourth And Fifth Grade Students Develop Global Leadership

“I work with our fourth and fifth graders every week to offer different student leadership opportunities,” Booth Rud shared.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: Osseo Area Schools Artists Win Awards At The Northwestern High School Art Exhibit

During the exhibition, gallery visitors voted on their favorite artwork and winners were selected for all of the area high schools.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: Osseo Senior High School Students Put On Osseo Speaks Showcase

“This event is entirely organic in nature based on these students' power and influence,” said Sara Vernig, principal of OSH.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: Supporting Our Families And Staff In A Time Of International Conflict

Much of our everyday work is centered around this so that our scholars achieve their dreams and engage in a lifetime of learning.

Teacher Salaries In MN: Where ISD 197 Ranks

Average public school teacher pay in Minnesota ranges widely by district and region, and starting salary can be dramatically lower.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: Is Your Child Ready For Kindergarten? We Are Ready For Them! 

See the latest announcement from the Osseo Area Schools ISD 279.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: Recent Racial And Other Harmful Behaviors At Athletic And Activity Events

These behaviors directly counter our district’s commitment to building trustful, meaningful relationships.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: Park Center Senior High School Musical: All Shook Up

The musical features music by Elvis Presley, and the story was adapted from a book by Joe Dipietro.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: Osseo Area Schools Celebrates Black History Month

Students at Zanewood Elementary additionally heard daily Black History Month facts over the morning announcements.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: School Board Recognition Week

See the latest announcement from the Osseo Area Schools ISD 279.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: I Love To Read Month And Read Across America Day

Authors are excited to share their empowering stories to inspire young readers while bringing families together.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: Twenty-Five Osseo Area Schools Students Received Scholastic Arts And Writing Awards

In 2021, Minnesota students submitted nearly 2,800 visual artworks.

Best School Districts In MN: How ISD 197 Ranks

Niche has compiled data of over 100,000 schools across the country-it gave ISD 197 an A-.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: Bus Driver Appreciation Day

See the latest announcement from the Osseo Area Schools ISD 279.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: The Community-Based Vocational Assessment And Training Program Gets Students Career Ready

One student from each high school was nominated by program leaders to be featured.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: Maple Grove Senior High Teacher Wins KS95's Teacher Of The Week

Following his retirement, Wertheimer will be greatly missed by all at MGSH.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: March Vaccine Clinic For K-12 Families

"Pfizer and Moderna vaccines/booster shots will also be available for adult family members."

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: Osseo Middle School Student Wins Award At The State FIRST Tech Challenge Robotics Competition

In 2021-22, 168 teams in Minnesota built robots to participate in FTC competitions.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: National African American Parent Involvement Day At Garden City Elementary School

The books were well received and at least 10 copies were distributed.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: Maple Grove Senior High Boys And Girls Nordic Ski Teams Qualify For State Tournament

The state tournament will take place Feb. 16-17 at Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort.

Osseo Area Schools ISD 279: 8th Annual Asian New Year Celebration At Park Center Senior High School

Their efforts did not go unnoticed with more than 230 online pre-registrations and at least 400 attendees.