Moorhead Area Public Schools is proud to announce the official district theme for the 2026-27 school year: "Spotlight on Success."
A Big Reason to Celebrate: The New MHS Theater
This year’s theme is a proud shout-out to a massive milestone for our community—the grand opening of our brand-new, state-of-the-art Moorhead High School Theater and Phase 2 construction! This incredible new space is a beautiful physical reminder of what happens when our community comes together to invest heavily in the dreams and talents of our youth.
To celebrate this historic addition to our district, we invite all Spud families, staff, and community members to join us on Tuesday, August 18 for a special feature event:
Official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: Tuesday, August 18, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
A Grand Opening Concert for MHS Theater: Tuesday, August 18, 7:00 p.m. (Tickets required) Look for more information early August
While the theater doors will open wide this August, the stage we are setting for our students goes way beyond the performing arts.
Shining a Light on Every Journey
In Moorhead Area Public Schools, success isn’t just about one path, one test score, or one specific talent. Every classroom, science lab, athletic field, and career-technical workshop is its own stage.
Whether a student is uncovering a passion for the trades, mastering a complex mathematical concept, leading a student club, or discovering how to be a kind, compassionate friend, we are dedicating this school year to turning up the lights on their unique achievements. We want to make sure no victory, big or small, goes unnoticed.
Our Cast and Crew: We All Play a Role
Just like a major theatrical production, running a successful school district requires an exceptional team working in harmony behind the scenes. Every member of our Spud family plays a critical part in helping our students shine:
Teachers, licensed staff, and support staff act as the directors of daily discovery, sparking curiosity and helping students find their unique voices.
Bus drivers, custodians, and food service staff keep our daily rhythm safe, clean, and well-fed, making sure our students are set up for an awesome performance every single day.
Families and caregivers are our most trusted partners, cheering from the front row and guiding students through every step of the journey.
Students themselves are the stars of the show—bold, bright, resilient, brilliant, and ready to shape their own incredible futures.
Welcome to the 2026-27 School Year!
Let’s begin this school year with pride, high expectations, and a shared commitment to celebrate the progress of every single learner in our care. Thank you for your continued partnership, dedication, and Spud pride.
Welcome to the 2026-27 school year—let's put the Spotlight on Success!