Moorhead Area Public Schools

🏈 SPUD FOOTBALL IS BACK! 🏈

Grab your orange and black, bring the energy, and get ready for Friday night lights at the stadium! We’ve got big plays on the field, delicious bites on the sideline, and a few key updates to make sure your game day is seamless from kickoff to the final whistle.

Here is what you need to know before you head to the gates:

🍔 Spud Alley: Head over to the street space between MHS and the stadium before the game for food trucks, vendors, and the Unity Council Tailgate!
🎟️ Tickets & Passes: Save time at the gate! Grab your single-game tickets ($8 Adults / $6 Students) or full season passes online ahead of time, or tap/swipe your card at the South or West entrances.
📣 Middle & Elementary Expectations: All PreK–8th grade students must enter with an adult. Elementary students need to hang out with their parents during the game, while 7th & 8th graders can sit with their adult or turn up the energy in the **Orange Hole** section!

Park in the East or West lots, enter through the South (Main) or North gates, and bring the noise!

👇 Get your tickets and read all the full game day details here:
https://www.isd152.org/article/3122481

Go Spuds! 🥔🔥

about 1 hour ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools

Spud Football Game Day Ticketing and Expectations

🎙️ NEW VOICES AT THE MIC, SAME SPUD PRIDE!

The Friday night soundtrack just got a massive dose of hometown spirit! We are thrilled to welcome back two MHS legends as our official Spuds Football announcers: Jim Childs (Class of '86) and Chad Mattson (Class of '88)! 🏈

These two walked the halls of Moorhead High, and now they’re bringing that lifetime of Spud energy straight to the stadium speakers every single game night!⚡

What to look forward to this season:

📣 Hometown passion and pure MHS spirit
🎤 Electric play-by-play calls on every big drive
🏆 Two proud alumni back where it all started to call the action!

Let’s give them a warm homecoming! Drop a comment below to welcome Jim and Chad back to the booth! 👇

Go Spuds! 🥔🔥

#MoorheadSpuds #MHSAlumni #FridayNightLights #OnceASpudAlwaysASpud

about 2 hours ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools

🏈 HOME OPENER THIS FRIDAY! 🏈

It’s time to kick off the season as your Moorhead Spuds take on the Woodbury Royals! We have a massive night planned both on and off the field.

📅 Date: Friday, September 11, 2026

⏰ Kickoff: 6:00 PM

📍 Location: Jim Gotta Stadium

🎟️ Tickets: $8 Adults | $6 Students (Purchase tickets at the gate or online👉https://bit.ly/4gVT3MN

🎉 SPUD ALLEY FAN ZONE:
Check out the map above to plan your route! Spud Alley runs right between the two Admission Gates and features:

Eats & Treats: Mick's Office Food Truck, Mas Carne Food Truck, and Kona Ice 🍧

Entertainment & Spuds Gear: Games to Go, the Spud Mobile, and official gear at the Spuddy Store!

Unity Council Tailgate: Stop by the UC Tailgate to celebrate with the community!

⭐SPECIAL PRE-GAME & HALFTIME EVENTS:

Skydiver Game Ball Delivery: Keep your eyes on the skies before kickoff!

Honoring Our Veterans: Featuring a field-sized American Flag and the National Anthem performed by Apollo Strings.

Halftime Dedication: Celebrating Larry Knutson with the official naming of the press box!

⚠️ IMPORTANT STADIUM NOTICE:

Track Closed: The track will be closed to pedestrian traffic for game events.

Visitor Area: Note the designated Visitor Area near the softball fence on the graphic map.

Grab your tickets early, pack the stands, and show off your Spud pride! See you Friday night! 🥔🧡🖤

#SpudPride #GoSpuds #SpotlightOnSuccess

about 19 hours ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools

Spud Alley Line-up, Track is Closed, Spud Mobile, Games to Go , Spuddy Store, Micks Office Food Truck, Kona snow cone, Mas Carne Food truck, UC Tailgate, Admission Gate, Softball Fence for Visitor area, September 11, 2026

Moorhead Area Public Schools is proud to announce the 2026 Moorhead High School Hall of Honor Inductees!🧡🖤

Please join us in celebrating these five outstanding individuals who have demonstrated remarkable accomplishments and made lasting contributions to our schools, community, and society:

🌟 Terry Hanson
🌟 Sally Odegard
🌟 Rob Bye
🌟 Kristi Stangeland
🌟 Jim Ellingson

These honorees join 101 distinguished members, bringing our total to 106 alumni, faculty, staff, and community partners recognized in the Hall of Honor.

📖 Want to dive into their incredible bios and see what they’ve accomplished since their days at Moorhead High? Looking for event details so you can help us celebrate them in person?

👉 Click here to read their stories and get all the event details: https://www.isd152.org/article/3109315

#SpudPride #MoorheadProud #MoorheadHighSchool #HallOfHonor #OnceASpudAlwaysASpud

1 day ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools

Moorhead Area Public Schools kicked off the 2026–27 school year by welcoming 7,366 K–12 students! 🏫✨

With enrollment remaining steady, this year's theme is “Spotlight on Success”, celebrating every student's journey in academics, the trades, athletics, and the arts.

🎉 What’s new this year?
• 482 kindergartners started their learning journey.
• The 12th grade is our largest class with 668 seniors!
• Phase 2 of Moorhead High School is fully complete, opening brand-new fine arts classrooms and a state-of-the-art theater for students on Day 1! 🎭🎶

Read the full Opening Enrollment Report to get all the details:
👉 MAPS Report Opening Enrollment

#SpudPride #MoorheadAreaPublicSchools #SpotlightOnSuccess #BackToSchool2026

2 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools

Have you heard about the Permanent School Fund Constitutional Amendment coming to your ballot this fall? 🎓

This measure asks Minnesota voters whether to update how revenues from the state's existing school trust fund are distributed to local school districts. The best part? It will NOT raise your taxes or cost Minnesotans any extra money. It simply allows local schools to receive a larger portion of earnings generated by existing state assets.

Stay tuned every Tuesday and Thursday as we break down what this means for our schools!

📲 Learn more on our ISD 152 Permanent School Fund Webpage.

#PSFA #MoorheadSchools #SpotlightOnSuccess

2 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools

Settling the debate once and for all! 💥

Are you Team [Option A] or Team [Option B]?

Drop a 🧡 for [Option A] or a 🖤 for [Option B] in the comments below! Let's see who wins! 👇

#SpotlightOnSucess #GoSpuds #MoorheadSchools #SpudPride #ThisOrThat

3 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools

This or That, option A: Freshly Sharpened Wooden Pencil OR Option B: Mechanical Pencil

This or That, option A: pen and paper OR Option B: laptop/chromebook

This or That, option A: MORNING bus ride OR Option B: Afternoon Bus ride

🔍 WORD SEARCH CHALLENGE!

Can you find all 9 school words hidden in the grid?

Drop the first 3 words you spot in the comments below to prove you found them! 👇✨

#SpotlightOnSucess #GoSpuds

3 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools

Spuds Word Search, find six words about school

Small steps today lead to big results tomorrow. 💫🖤 How are you investing in yourself this week? 👏

#MotivationalMonday #SpotlightOnSuccess

3 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools

The best investment that you can make is in yourself Warren Buffett

Spuddy snuck out for recess! 🥔👀 Even with no school today, our favorite mascot couldn't resist the playground. Can you spot him hiding in this picture?

Once you find him, DON'T spoil his location! Just drop a "🥔" emoji in the comments so we know you found him! 👇🔍

6 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools

🟠WE'RE HIRING!🟠

Join our team as a Head Cook at Robert Asp Elementary School. 🏫

▪️Monday - Friday (No weekends, nights or holidays!)
▪️6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
▪️Shifts come with a complimentary meals!

Ready to apply? 👉Click here and submit your application today!

#MAPS #MoorheadProud #NowHiring #JoinOurTeam #SpotlightonSuccess

6 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools

It’s time to recognize our team! This week’s staff member is Emily Wright, a Special Services Teacher at Horizon Middle School West Campus.🧡 Thank you for everything you do. 👏👏👏 #SpotlightOnSuccess

6 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools

Spotlight On Succes Emily Wright Special Services Teacher Horizon Middle School West Campus

🌽 We are A-MAIZE-D to welcome our students back to the cafeteria this week!✨

What better way to kick off the new school year than with a classic lunch lineup? Today’s menu is packed with student favorites:

▪️Freshly shucked corn on the cob 🌽
▪️Juicy hot dogs 🌭
▪️A crisp fruit & vegetable bar loaded with fresh options 🍎🥗

Our hardworking cafeteria teams have been busy getting everything ready, and the prep work was a true labor of love!

Middle School: 1,920 ears!
Elementary Schools: 1,000 ears!
GRAND TOTAL: 2,920 ears of sweet corn shucked!

Dinner Table Fun Fact:
Did you know that an ear of corn always has an even number of rows? Ask your student to count theirs at lunch today! 🌽👀

Drop a 🌽 in the comments to give a big shoutout to our incredible cafeteria rockstars for making Day 1 so delicious!

#BackToSchool #FarmToSchool #SpotlightOnSuccess #CafeteriaLife #AmaizingStart

7 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools

Celebrating history, culture, and community. 🌍 Happy Hispanic Heritage Month to all of our students, staff, and families! Today and every day, we honor the rich heritage and traditions that make our school district so special. 🧡

#HispanicHeritageMonth #CelebrateHeritage #DistrictFamily #SpotlightOnSuccess

8 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools

Celebrate your roots, honor your hertitage. Happy Hispanic heritage month.

Are you on Instagram? 📲 So are we! Follow our official Instagram page to catch all our latest photos, student spotlights, and district highlights right in your feed. 👉Tap the link to follow us today: https://bit.ly/4yi3j9j

#SpotlightOnSucess #SpudPride #GoSpuds

8 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools

Follow Us On Instagram Stay In Touch With Us

Did you know you can find us on Facebook, too? 🏫 If you prefer getting your school updates, event links, and calendar reminders on Facebook, we’ve got you covered. Tap the link in our bio to follow our official page so you never miss an announcement! 🧡🥔

#SpotlightOnSucess #SpudPride #GoSpuds

8 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools

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🔶 REMINDER 🔶
There will be no school for Moorhead students on Friday, September 4, and Monday, September 7. Classes will resume on Tuesday, September 8.

8 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools

Reminder No School September 4 and September 7

WHAT'S THIS MONTH? Check out all the terrific Moorhead Community Education Fine Arts activities and programs during the month of September. 🎨

From guitar to improv, there is sure to be something for everyone! 🎸🎭

Click the link to sign up and learn more: https://moorheadce.arux.app/search

#SpotlightOnSuccess #CommunityEducation

9 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools

What's this month? camps and programs for the fine arts september issue

artic hour rOBERT aSP eLEMENTARY sPTEMBER 15 AND 22 2:30 P.m. - 4:00 P.m. GRADES 1-4 DOROTHY DODDS eLEMENTARY sPTEMBER 17 AND 24 2:30 P.m. - 4:00 P.m. GRADES 1-4 ELLEN HOPKINS eLEMENTARY OCTOBER 1 AND 8 2:30 P.m. - 4:00 P.m. GRADES 1-4

Voice and Movement Skill buidling hORIZON MIDDLE SCHOOL EAST MoNDAY’S SEPTEMBER 28TH- OCTBOBER 26TH 4:10 p.m. - 5:10 p.m. Grades 5-8

GUITAR ENSEMBLE LEVEL 1 Horizon Middle school WEST WEDNESDAY’S SEPTEMBER 16TH - OCTOBER 28TH 8:00 A.m. - 8:55 a.m. Grades 5-8 GUITAR ENSEMBLE LEVEL 2 Horizon Middle school WEST MONDAY’S SEPTEMBER 14TH - OCTOBER 26TH 8:00 A.m. - 8:55 a.m. Grades 5-8

Acting and Improv horizon middle school east Grades k-4 Monday’s September 14th - october 19th 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. Grades 5-8 Monday’s September 14th - october 19th 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

🦺 Safety First! 🚨

Above all things Moorhead Area Public Schools prioritizes the safety of students and staff. Thanks to Steve Moore, we are all assuredly in good hands!

Thanks to Steve's hard work and dedication to MAPS, he has been recognized by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety in their most recent article. We are extremely fortunate to have individuals with experience such experience and spirit here at Moorhead Area Public Schools.

Thanks Steve! 🧡🖤

You can read more here 👉https://dps.mn.gov/news/hsem/emergency-managers-mn-keeping-our-communities-prepared-and-safe

#SpotlightOnSuccess #SpudPride #MoorheadProud #SchoolSafety

9 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools

Steve Moore Executive Director of Operations

WHAT'S THIS MONTH? Check out all the terrific Moorhead Community Education athletic activities & programs during the month of September. 👟

From basketball to Jiu Jitsu, there is sure to be something for everyone! 🏀🥋

Click the link to sign up and learn more: https://moorheadce.arux.app/search

#SpotlightOnSuccess #CommunityEducation

10 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools

What's This Month? Camps and Programs for athletics september issue

Fall girls Basketball Camp September 12th Grades k-2 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Horizon Middle school East Grades 3-5 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Horizon Middle school East Grades 6-7 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Horizon Middle school East

kids Jiu-Jitsu September 10th - October 29th BADACE Shou Shu academy Ages 6 - 18 Years Kung Fu Kids September 10th - October 29th BADACE Shou Shu academy Ages 8 - 12 Years

Martial arts for teens September 10th - October 27th tuesday’s 7:30 Pm - 8:30 Pm or Thursday’s 7:30 Pm - 8:30 Pm BADACE Shou Shu academy Ages 13 Years and older

Little dragons September 10th - October 29th BADACE Shou Shu academy Ages 5 - 7 Years Martial arts for teens September 14th - October 28th Monday’s 6:30 Pm - 7:45 Pm or Wednesday’s 7:00 PM - 8:00 pm BADACE Shou Shu academy Ages 13 - 16 Years