Back to School Reminders

Moorhead Area Public Schools is excited to welcome students back to school on Monday, Aug. 30. Please remember to watch for students and for school buses. As we get closer to the first day of school, we want to connect you with resources and provide answers to frequently asked questions.

 

District Calendar: 

Click here for the district calendar with all late start days and no school days.
*The printed calendar mailed to families had an incorrect date printed, please update your calendar. Oct. 15 is a normal school day, there is no late start.* 

School Supplies:

A reminder to purchase school supplies. See below for a list. 

School Day Hours:

  • Grades K-4 schools:
    7:55 a.m. to 2:40 p.m.
  • Horizon Middle School:
    9:05 a.m. to 3:50 p.m.
  • Moorhead High School:
    8:20 a.m. to 3:25 p.m.
  • Moorhead Alternative Learning Center:
    8:25 a.m. to 3:25 p.m.

What is a PLC Late Day?

These days will function the same as a late start day due to weather. All schools will begin two hours later than their normal start time. These late start days are used for teachers to participate in professional development through professional learning communities (PLC) in their subject areas. Professional development days sometimes cover more general education, PLC relates to their specific areas of teaching.  *JumpStart will not follow late start days.*

Where can I find information from my school?

Parents will receive communication through the new mobile app or website. We will no longer be sending out an automated daily email. Please download the mobile app by searching Moorhead Schools in your app store. Each school has a Live Feed and News section, where you will find important and relevant information about your school. 

COVID-19 

The Moorhead School Board voted on Aug. 23 to require indoor masking for all teachers, staff, students and visitors in MAPS PreK-12 grade schools, regardless of vaccination status. Students must wear masks on the buses and in the school buildings starting on Monday, Aug. 30. 

The District will continue to communicate with parents/guardians directly about COVID-19 updates. You can also visit www.moorheadschools.org/COVID-... to stay up to date.

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