PHOTOS: Minnesota Twins Caravan Stops at Northfield Middle School

T.C. Bear was also on deck to hand out memorobelia. Answering questions were infielder Brian Dozier, manager Ron Gardenhire and bench coach Terry Steinbach.

Prairie Creek Community School to Reopen on Monday

The school was closed Thursday and Friday because of a burst pipe.

School Would Start Aug. 13 Under Proposed Calendar

The Northfield School Board is considering a calendar that would start next school year on Aug. 13 and would end on May 21, 2014.

Prairie Creek Hopes to Reopen Monday

Prairie Creek Community School was closed Thursday and Friday after a sprinker line burst on Wednesday.

UPDATED: Burst Pipe Causes Prairie Creek Community School to Close

Prairie Creek Community School will be closed Thursday and Friday after a sprinkler line burst on Wednesday, according to director Simon Tyler.

Arcadia Charter School Presents the Arts for Martin: Gathering Community, Creating Art, Celebrating Martin Luther King

There's still a need for volunteers for the Arts for Martin Community Choir.

Northfield Middle School December Students of the Month

Congratulations, students!

Proposed Calendar Changes, iPads and Eagle Bluff Trip Get Public Meetings

In this week's video, Superintendent Chris Richardson talks about the upcoming meetings

District Hosting Public Meetings to Discuss iPads, School Calendar, Eagle Bluff Trip

A series of community meetings will be held to get feedback on big three topics facing the Northfield Public Schools Board of Education.

How Are Northfield Snow Days Decided?

In this week's video, Superintendent Chris Richardson talks about how it is decided if school should be delayed or canceled.

No. 6 Story of the Year: School Board Approves iPads for District Staff

The district will lease the iPads for three years at about $41,000 a year. There will be additional costs for purchasing software and for protective covers for the iPads.

Middle School Trip to Eagle Bluff Could See Changes

In this week's video, Superintendent Chris Richardson talks about the district's decision on how to, if at all, continue with its annual Eagle Bluff overnight trip for Northfield Middle School seventh-graders.

St. Olaf Students Conduct, Analyze Exit Polling from Election Day

On election day, students from visiting assistant professor Henriet Hendriks' St. Olaf College political science class conducted exit polling throughout the Second Congressional District.

Northfield Middle School November Students of the Month

Congratulations, students!

Newtown School Tragedy: Northfield's Procedures, Reaction; How to Help Families Affected by Sandy Hook Shooting

People all over the world want to know how to help Sandy Hook residents following Friday's horrifying mass shooting. Post "I want to help" in this comment thread to get updates on what you can do.

Influenza Strikes Northfield Classrooms

Schools must report when 5 percent of the total student enrollment in a building or when three or more children from the same elementary classroom are absent or sent home due to “influenza-like illness.”

Girls Basketball Wins Big, Gains Momentum for Friday's Triple-Header Against Faribault

With the 59-31 victory, Northfield moves to 3-2 on the season. Anna Pfefferle led the way with 21 points and 18 rebounds.

Northfield Principal Emails Parents in Wake of Newtown, CT School Shooting

Here is the email Sibley Elementary Principal Scott Sannes sent to parents this afternoon in response to the Newtown, CT school shooting where reportedly 27 people were killed, including 20 children.

School Board Discusses Calendar Changes, Approves Increased Tax Levy

Here's a look back at Monday's Northfield School Board meeting.

Could School Start in Mid-August? District Exploring Calendar Changes

In this week's video, Superintendent Chris Richardson talks about the district's exploration of a "balanced calendar," which could see the school year start in mid-August and end around Memorial Day.

St. Olaf Students Recognized for Community Contributions

Wanting to give the students some recognition, Bill Steele decided to hold a competition of sorts that involved interviewing students about their efforts.

What Are Northfield Students Saying About the Two-Hour Delay?

See what students are saying about the partial snow day.

Northfield Public Schools Delayed Two Hours

School is delayed so the snow plow crews can clear district roadways

PHOTOS: Arcadia Students Ready for 'My Emperor's New Clothes'

Treat your family this holiday season to a colorful, brightly comic and truly delightful play for audiences both young and old, written by one of our theatre's most accomplished playwrights.

'Voice' Star Nicholas David Rocks Hometown Crowd: South Metro News

In other news from around the South Metro region, Saks Fifth Avenue will anchor Eagan outlet mall, and Emerson may bring 500 new jobs to Shakopee.

Superintendent on Preparing a New School Board Member

In this week's video, Superintendent Chris Richardson talks about preparing new school board member Rob Hardy, who was elected for a four-year term in November.

Greenvale Park Fifth-Graders Donate 358 Toys to Christmas Sharing Program

Several Greenvale Park Elementary fifth-graders—along with adult supervision—dropped off 358 unwrapped toys for the Community Action Center of Northfield's Christmas Sharing program.

Meet the Concert and Symphonic Bands

Check out this year's concert and symphonic bands and see the bands' schedule.

Spindrift: A Senior Dance Concert at St. Olaf College

Free and open to the public, Spindrift is sure to connect with a wide range of audience members with works exploring topics like women's empowerment, character studies, and learning environments.

Superintendent Talks About Bond Issues

In this week's video, Superintendent Chris Richardson talks about the school board authorizing refunding bonds.

School Board Authorizes Refunding Bonds, Saves $2 Million

Here's a look back at Monday's Northfield School Board meeting.

Northfield Public Schools' Staff Members Honored

Staff members were honored for years of service to the district and handed out awards in three categories at its annual Staff Appreciation Breakfast on Nov. 21.

Superintendent Shares Response to Intervention Updates

In this week's video, Superintendent Chris Richardson talks the Response to Intervention program.

School Board: School Improvement Plans, Audit Report, Enrollment Update

Here's a look back at Tuesday's Northfield School Board meeting.

New District Enrollment Numbers Drive Financial Planning

In this week's video, Superintendent Chris Richardson talks about updated enrollment numbers and how the district uses those numbers to plan for its budget for the 2013-14 school year.

What's My Spark: Maddie Schulz

What excites you? What drives you? What motivates you when you wake up in the morning?

PHOTOS: Bridgewater Veterans Day Appreciation Program

Here are the sights and sounds from Monday's Veterans Day program at Bridgewater Elementary.

A Good Year for DFL, a Bad Year for Initiatives: South Metro News Roundup

In other news from around the region, Lakeville elects a 27-year-old mayor, and Eagan's Nicholas Mrozinski advances to the top 12 on NBC's "The Voice."

PHOTOS: St. Dominic Principal Dances on the Roof in a Duck Suit

Principal Vicki Kalina Marvin dressed up like a duck and danced on the roof of the school on Friday as a reward to the very hard work students put into fundraising this year.

Tattered Pages Holiday Shopping Extravaganza Returns for Sixth Year

The Northfield Middle School’s student run bookstore, The Tattered Pages is now accepting donations for the upcoming Sixth Annual Holiday Shopping Extravaganza.