The Spuds celebrate a touchdown scored by Alonn Salman during their homecoming game against Elk River at Jim Gotta Stadium on Oct. 8. The two teams had a hard fought battle. Moorhead led the first quarter, tied at halftime and the Elks took the second half of the game. The Spuds lost their first game of the season with an ending score of 46-50. They play again tonight with a home game against Sauk Rapids. Photo credit: Bill Grover
It’s School Lunch Week and we want to show appreciation to our entire Food and Nutrition Services team! A big thank you to everyone who helps provide nutritious breakfast and lunch for our students. 🧡🖤
Cindy Noennig, Assistant Cook at Moorhead High School, is one of our many amazing team members. Ashley Schneider, Director of Food and Nutrition Services, says, “Cindy always has a great attitude and a smile on her face. She helps lead the kitchen in feeding not only MHS students, but students who are participating in online learning and those who are not able to attend school but still need meals during the day. She consistently goes above and beyond daily and is a vital part of our team.”
Mohamed Hussein dribbles the ball down the field during the game against St. Cloud on Oct. 7 at Halmrast Field. The Tigers took hold during the game, outscoring the Spuds 1-2. Boys soccer also traveled to Waconia last week for their last regular season game where they defeated the Wildcats. The Spuds ended the regular season with an 11-2-2 overall record. The varsity section tournament begins today with a game against Elk River. Photo credit: Bill Grover
These 1996 Spuds pose for a picture in Spanish class. What was your favorite school subject? Drop it below 👇 #TBT
Important, please note: Oct. 15 is a regular school day schedule. The district monthly print calendar incorrectly lists Oct. 15 as a late start day. Please update your calendar accordingly.
Kadyn Sharpe prepares to take a shot on goal during the game against East Grand Forks on Oct. 5. The Green Wave shut out the Spuds with a score of 0-4. Later that week, on Oct. 9, Spuds finished the regular season at home with a second matchup against Detroit Lakes. Moorhead won 3-0. The varsity section tournament begins today with a game against Rogers. Photo credit: Renee Grover
Check out 2019 Spud graduate Scott Verkuilen at the Minnesota Vikings game last weekend. He was recognized on the field and surprised with Super Bowl tickets! #OnceASpudAlwaysASpud Read more here >> https://www.inforum.com/sports/football/7234461-I-was-more-than-happy-with-what-I-got-and-I-have-been-given-more-Moorhead-cancer-survivor-receives-Super-Bowl-tickets
Thanks to teacher Christina Stoa for sending these pics from the game!
Olivia Roaldson races down the pool in the 200 yard individual medley during the girls swimming and diving dual meet against Perham on Oct. 5. The Spuds won 97-81. Photo Credit: Renee Grover
The Moorhead School Board meets tonight at 6 p.m.
🔸
Agendas, minutes, meeting dates and links to watch virtually: https://www.isd152.org/page/school-board-meetings
Flu season is approaching fast! For the convenience of students and their families, flu shots will be available during conferences this month. Check out below where you can stop to get your flu shot:
Oct. 18 @ Dorothy Dodds, 3-8 p.m. in Conference room 101
Oct. 18 @ Moorhead High School, 3-8 p.m. in the Health Office
Oct. 19 @ Horizon Middle School, 3-8 p.m. in the Health Office
Oct. 19 @ Robert Asp, 3-8 p.m. in the Media Center
Meet Horizon Middle School East Paraprofessional Cammy Carlson, who says the best part of the job is: “Getting to know the students and the amazing people I work with.”
🏃♀️ Favorite school subject was English or P.E.
🚲 Enjoys cycling
📘 Favorite children's book is Too Many Pumpkins by Linda White
#MeetOurTeam #SpudPride
The Moorhead football team traveled to Sartell Oct. 1 for a game against the Sabres. It was hot and muggy, but that did not stop the Spuds as quarterback Gavin Quade passed for 213 yards and Moorhead rushed for 195. Max Delbrune, pictured here, along with Austin Altepeter lead the defense with three tackles each. Moorhead won the game 36-8 and are 4-0 on the season. Spuds play Elk River tonight for the Homecoming game at Jim Gotta Stadium. Game time is 6 p.m. Photo Credit: Bill Grover
Grace Perry goes up for a spike during the home game Sept. 30 against Sartell. Spuds took the three sets 25-18, 25-19 and 25-18. Riane Mohagen led the Spuds with nine kills, Rosie Anderson added eight and Mya Pfeifer added six. Moorhead was 6-7 after Thursday's game. Spuds play Buffalo Saturday, Oct. 9, at Moorhead High School. Photo Credit: Bill Grover
Check out this #TBT of the 1947 homecoming ladies court. Their outfits look amazing 💃 Does anyone still have their homecoming outfit?
Ben Colborn dribbles the ball downfield at the start of the home game Sept. 30 against Sartell. Colborn scored a goal for the Spuds, along with Max Hodny, Abdirahman Ahmed and Revar Qaqos. Moorhead shutout the Sabres 5-0, increasing their winning streak to ten. Spuds play St. Cloud Tech Thursday, Oct. 7, at Moorhead High School. Photo Credit: Renee Grover
Check out this Spud feature in Midwest Nest! Spud band students along with music teacher Dan Christianson held an outdoor concert at Dr. Mary Aalands historic Hector home in Fargo. 🎵 Read more about their performance here --> https://mydigitalpublication.com/publication/?m=58598&i=719754&p=46&ver=html5
Photo credit: M. Schleif Photography
🔶REMINDER 🔶There will be no school for Moorhead students on Friday, Oct. 8. Classes will resume on Monday, Oct. 11.
Today, for National Custodian Day we are highlighting Dan Busby!
Joelle Hofer, Early Childhood Coordinator, says, “Dan is always a delight to have in our building, he brings a smile to everyone's faces with his quick wit and humor. We are glad to have him as part of our Probstfield team and thank him for helping keep our building ready for our little learners. “
Our schools could not run without our custodial staff, so we want to give a big SPUD thank you to everyone who works so hard to keep our schools safe and clean.🧡🖤
Jamal Dixon runs the football, making a nearly 90 yard touchdown during the Spuds football game in Alexandria on Sept. 24. The Spuds and the Cardinals had the crowd on the edge of their seats as they neared the end of the game with a tied score of 31-31. Moorhead ended strong, scoring and winning the hard fought game 37-31. Moorhead plays tonight at Sartell at 7 p.m. Photo credit: Bill Grover
Meet Early Learning Teacher Shannon Knutson, whose favorite part of the job is “How excited our preschoolers are! They come to school with huge smiles and hugs ready to learn!”
🎨Favorite school subject was art
📗Current favorite children’s book is Fatima’s Great Outdoors by Ambreen Tariq
🏒Loves watching her kids play hockey
#MeetOurTeam #SpudPride
