Moorhead Area Public Schools - Building Pathways to Success

Snack time at Ellen Hopkins Elementary just got a fresh update this week! Now the second MAPS K-4 school to introduce the USDA’s Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Program, Ellen Hopkins students will receive free fresh fruits and veggies to enjoy every Tuesday through Thursday. Each snack is paired with a fun nutrition lesson, introducing kids to healthy options like apples, carrots, and even rutabagas! 🌱🥕🍎 #LifelongLearningStartsHere Read More ➡️ https://www.isd152.org/article/1836811

It’s time to recognize our team! This week’s staff member is Kylie Kunkel, a Adult Basic Education Teacher at Vista Center for Education. 🧡 Thank you for everything you do. 👏👏👏 #LifelongLearningStartsHere

Join us in congratulating the recipient of the October Spud Spirit Award! Jocelyn Estrem a Spanish Immersion teacher at Horizon West! Thank you for everything you do, Jocelyn—we are proud to have you on our team! 🧡🖤 Read More ➡️ https://www.isd152.org/article/1836804

MAPS would like to congratulate Anna Rajesh, an 8th-grade student at Horizon Middle School. Who is the newest and youngest member of Moorhead's Human Rights Commission! At 13, she's passionate about giving students a voice and making a difference. #LifelongLearningStartsHere Read More ➡️https://www.inforum.com/news/moorhead/meet-the-newest-member-of-moorheads-human-rights-commission-13-year-old-anna-rajesh

Moorhead Area Public Schools students from Transitions Plus will face off against MSUM's Student Council for Exceptional Children in a fun game of adaptive soccer! ⚽⚽ 📅: Friday, October 25 ⏰: 10 a.m. 📍: Nemzek Hall, MSUM Campus Come support our incredible athletes and be part of the fun! The event is open to the public, so don’t miss out! #LifelongLearningStartsHere Read More ➡️ https://www.isd152.org/article/1836788

October 21-25 is National School Bus Safety Week! MAPS is committed to keeping our students safe, and we've made some key improvements this school year: 🚍Front-Facing Stop Arm Cameras: Thanks to a Stop Arm Grant from the MN Department of Safety - Minnesota Office of Traffic Safety , all our buses are now equipped with cameras to help law enforcement enforce stop arm violations. 🚍Upgraded Wireless Bus Cameras: No more manual video downloads! Our new wireless system makes it easier to review footage and keep everyone safe. #NationalSchoolBusSafetyWeek #LifelongLearningStartsHere

WHAT'S THIS MONTH? Check out all the KIDSource Fine Arts activities & programs during the month of November. 🖌️🎨🤟 More Information ➡️ https://www.isd152.org/page/publications

Fall fun for our Career Academy Jumpstart and ECFE Spuds! From painting fall scenes to searching through corn, our students are diving into the fall season. 🎨🍂🌽🍁#LifelongLearningStartsHere

If you find yourself or your loved ones in need of food, the Great Plains Food Bank is holding a distribution event on Thursday, October 24. 📍 First Congregational United Church of Christ (406 8th Street South, Moorhead, MN. 56560) 🕔 4-6 p.m.

Moorhead Area Public Schools and Minnesota State University Moorhead are excited to announce the launch of the Moorhead Scholars Program! Starting with the Class of 2025, MHS students who graduate with a GPA of 3.0 or higher can qualify for full-tuition scholarships at MSU Moorhead! #LifelongLearningStartsHere Read More ➡️https://www.isd152.org/article/1831128

It’s time to recognize our team! This week’s staff member is Beth Anne Johnson, a Paraprofessional at Ellen Hopkins Elementary. 🧡 Thank you for everything you do. 👏👏👏 #LifelongLearningStartsHere

VOTE152: When our schools have the resources to prepare our students for life after graduation—whether it's college or the workforce—our community reaps the benefits. The Capital Projects Levy helps ensure that our schools are equipped to guide generations of Spuds now and into the future! #InvestingInProgress Learn More ➡️ vote152.org

October is physical therapists month, we’re shining a light on our outstanding physical therapists around MAPS! 🥔 Kristin Peters 🥔 Chelsey Gauer 🥔 Michele Morse These amazing professionals help students with disabilities by improving their gross motor skills, functional mobility, and motor coordination. They provide essential support in positioning, environmental adaptations, and specialized services, all aimed at helping students become more independent in school and beyond. Join us in thanking them for their hard work and commitment! 👏👏 #LifelongLearningStartsHere

This week, students at Horizon West teamed up to assemble hygiene kits for families affected by the hurricane Helene in North Carolina. They collected essential items like soap, toothpaste, and other daily necessities to bring comfort and support to those in need. The kits are now on their way to the Asheville area, where they’ll be distributed to families and people in need.🧡🖤 #LifelongLearningStartsHere

WHAT'S THIS MONTH? Check out all the KIDSource Athletics activities & programs during the month of October. 🖌️🎨🤟 More Information ➡️ https://www.isd152.org/page/publications

In the highly anticipated game on October 11, the Spuds opened strong with a 22-yard pass to start the scoring. After a back-and-forth battle, MHS kept the pressure on with standout plays, including a 48-yard pass to tie the game in the first quarter and a clutch 44-yard pass in the third. The Spuds took the lead in the fourth quarter with a 16-yard touchdown pass and a successful two-point conversion, making the score 36-27. Despite the Cardinals closing the gap late, the Spuds showed incredible determination, holding on for a 36-34 victory. Up next: Spuds vs. Sauk Rapids-Rice 📅 October 16 🕗 7 P.M. 📍 Jim Gotta Stadium

October 14th is Indigenous Peoples' Day, a time to recognize and honor the history, culture, and contributions of Native American communities. At MAPS, we celebrate their legacy today and every day. #LifelongLearningStartsHere

The Moorhead School Board meets today at 6PM 🔸 Visit our website for agendas, minutes, meeting dates and a virtual meeting link➡️ https://bit.ly/MoorheadSchoolBoard

Horizon West Middle School's Spud Mart is making a difference! Each week, students facing food insecurity receive food and essentials to take home—powered by donations from our community and the hard work of staff and students. #LifelongLearningStartsHere Read More ➡️ https://www.isd152.org/article/1812964

It’s time to recognize our team! This week’s staff member is Alisha Macdonald, a Family & Consumer Science Teacher at MHS Career Academy. 🧡 Thank you for everything you do. 👏👏👏 #LifelongLearningStartsHereStaff