Ready to make a real, lasting impact in a student's life? 🍎✨ Horizon West Middle School is hiring a Paraprofessional!

If you are passionate about encouraging kids, supporting teachers, and helping every student thrive—we want YOU on our team!

What you’ll do:
• Classroom Co-Pilot: Partner with teachers to bring lessons to life and guide students through hands-on learning—both in the classroom and out in the community!
• Independence Champion: Lend a supportive hand with daily routines, helping students build real-world confidence every single day.
• Student Success Hero: Be the calm, encouraging anchor students rely on for behavioral support, health needs, and daily wins.

👉 Ready to shape the future? Apply today: https://bit.ly/4Aql9ss

#WereHiring #HorizonWestMiddleSchool #Paraprofessional #EducationJobs #JoinOurTeam

18 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools
We're Hiring - Paraprofessional at Horizon Middle School West
October 19–23 is National School Bus Safety Week! 🖤

Every school day, our buses carry our most precious cargo... our kids! School bus safety is a team effort that takes drivers, parents, students, and our entire community working together to keep everyone safe.

🚨Flashing Lights & Extended Stop Arm: STOP! Traffic in both directions must stop at least 20 feet away on undivided roads. It is illegal and dangerous to pass a bus with its stop arm extended and when the lights are flashing.

📵Stay Alert: Put away mobile devices and slow down in school zones and near neighborhood bus stops.

Let’s keep our streets safe for everyone. Drop a 💛 in the comments to commit to driving distraction-free this school year!

#SchoolBusSafetyWeek #SafetyFirst #DriveSafe #KeepOurKidsSafe #CommunitySafety #StopForSchoolBuses
about 12 hours ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools
School Bus Safety Week
School Bus Safety Week - Bringing together communities, educators, families, and drivers
School Bus Safety Week - For the Drivers: Always stop for flashing red lights and extended stop arms
School Bus Safety Week - For the students: Arrive to the buss stop five minutes early and away from the edge of the road
School Bus Safety Week - Reminder: All vehicles must stop once the bus's red lights start flashing
School Bus Safety Week - Let's keep our community safe
Kickstart your week with a little Monday motivation! 💡✨

In our classrooms, hallways, and fields, progress starts with the present moment. Give today your best energy, stay focused on your growth, and watch where it takes you! 🏆🧡

Have a great week, Spuds! 🥔

#MoorheadSpuds #MotivationalMonday #GoSpuds #SpudPride #SpotlightOnSuccess
about 18 hours ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools
"Doing the best at this moment puts you in the best place for the next moment." — Oprah Winfrey
Ever wonder how Moorhead became the Spuds? 🥔👀

Our unique mascot dates back over a century to the late 1910s and 1920s! The Red River Valley was renowned nationwide for its potato farming, and one early Moorhead school was even built directly on a former potato field.

To honor our area’s rich agricultural roots—and the hard work, grit, and pride of the community—the name stuck! More than a century later, we’re still proud to be the only school around cheering on the mighty Spud! 🥔🔥🧡🖤

What’s your favorite part about being a Spud? Drop it in the comments below! 👇

#MoorheadSpuds #SpudPride #MoorheadHistory #GoSpuds #MAPS #Spuddy #FlashbackFriday
3 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools
Why are we called the Spuds?

💡 Amendment Fact #8: Putting this measure on the ballot was approved with broad bipartisan support by the Minnesota Legislature.

Lawmakers from across the political spectrum agreed that modernizing the fund distribution is a sensible way to increase school funding using existing state assets—without raising taxes on Minnesotans.

Read more on our ISD 152 Permanent School Fund Webpage.


#MinnesotaPermanentSchoolFund #GoVote #MoorheadAreaPublicSchools #SpotlightOnSuccess

4 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools
Permanent School Fund Fact #8 - Bipartisan Legislative Action

How many squares can you check off? 🟧⬛

From cheering under the Friday night lights to riding the bus with friends, being a Spud comes with so many great moments! Take a look at the board and tell us in the comments: How many did you get and did you get a BINGO? 👇🥔

#MoorheadSpuds #SpudPride #SpudBingo #SchoolSpirit #MAPS #SpotlightOnSuccess

4 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools
SPUDS Bingo Board
THAT’S A WRAP ON HOMECOMING 2026! 🥔

Our Spuds brought the absolute best energy all week long! 🧡🖤

Swipe through to re-live some of our favorite moments! 📸

What was your favorite memory from Hoco week? Drop it in the comments below! 👇

#SpudPride #MoorheadSpuds #MoorheadHigh #Hoco2026 #SpudNation #SpotlightOnSuccess #HomecomingRecap #GoSpuds
5 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools
Homecoming 2026 Recap
Homecoming Parade
Homecoming against Eden Prairie Football
Homecoming Games, Parade, Cheer and Fans
Homecoming Queen, Marching Band and fans
⏰ Friendly reminder Spuds!

Today, October 14, is an Early Out Day. School will be dismissed two hours early at 2:00 PM.

Please plan accordingly for afternoon pickup and transportation! 🧡🖤
6 days ago, Horizon Middle School West
reminder that october 14th is an early out day, school will be dismissed two hours early at 2:00

💡 Amendment Fact #7:

Did you know? In Minnesota, leaving a constitutional amendment question blank on your ballot counts as a "NO" vote! 🗳️

Under state constitutional rules, an amendment requires a majority of all voters participating in the election to pass, not just a majority of those who answer the specific question. Make sure to turn your ballot over and cast an informed vote on every question!

Inform yourself before voting at our ISD 152 Permanent School Fund Webpage.

6 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools
Permanent School Fund Fact #7 - The Blank Vote Rule
Spooktacular news! 🎃👻 Mark your calendars for the Halloween Carnival on October 26th from 6:00–8:00 PM in Gym 105 at Robert Asp!

Hosted by our awesome friends in the Moorhead High School Key Club, this night is packed with face painting, carnival games, candy, and tons of fun! Come dressed in your best Halloween costume! 🍫🍬

🎟️ Admission: $7 per kid / Max $10 per family
🥫 Discount: Bring 4 cans of food for the Fill the Dome drive to get $2 OFF your admission!
🍿 Bonus: Concessions and baked goods will be available for purchase!

Huge thanks to the Moorhead High School Key Club for putting this together for our school families—we can’t wait to see you there! ✨
7 days ago, Horizon Middle School West
Halloween Carnival put on by MHS Key Club

🔶 REMINDER 🔶

There is an EARLY RELEASE for Moorhead Students on October 14 and then there will be NO SCHOOL on Thursday, October 15 and Friday, October 16.
Classes will resume on Monday, October 19.

To get more Early Releases and No School days, check out our 2026-27 District Calendar

#MoorheadSchools #SpotlightOnSuccess

7 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools
No School October 15 and 16
"Hard work today brings success tomorrow." 💪✨

Starting the week off with a reminder that every bit of effort you put in now pays off down the road. Let's make it a great week, Spuds! 🧡🖤

#MotivationMonday #SpudPride #MoorheadProud #MoorheadPublicSchools #SpotlightOnSuccess
7 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools
Hard work today brings success tomorrow - anonymous
Mental health matters today and every day. 🖤

On World Mental Health Day, we remind our Spud community that taking care of your mind is just as important as taking care of your body. It’s okay to not be okay, and reaching out for support is a sign of strength—never weakness.

Whether you need to talk to a school counselor, a trusted teacher, a friend, or a family member, know that you are never alone. Speak up, look out for one another, and let's keep building a culture of care across Moorhead Area Public Schools. 🥔🧡

#WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthMatters #SpudPride #MoorheadSchools #YouAreNotAlone #BreakTheSigma
10 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools
Worl Mental Health Day
Staff Spotlight! ⭐ Emily Olson is a 6th Grade Language Arts teacher at Horizon Middle School West who goes above and beyond for her students and fellow educators every day.

Emily takes the time to truly understand the unique abilities of every student in her classroom. Her lessons focus on creating targeted opportunities for all students to grow their reading capabilities, and she generously shares these successful strategies with her colleagues across the West building to elevate learning for everyone.

Thank you, Emily, for your dedication, teamwork, and passion for helping our students grow! 🎉

#MoorheadPublicSchools #GoSpuds #StaffShoutout #SpudNation #SpotlightOnSuccess
10 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools
Spotlight On Success Emily Olson Teacher at Horizon West Campus

Homecoming 2026 is TODAY! 🏈✨

Join us today, October 9th, for a full day of homecoming traditions and Spud spirit:
11:00 AM: Hall of Honor Luncheon (SOLD OUT!)
3:00 PM: Homecoming Parade
6:00 PM: Homecoming Game
8:30 PM – 11:30 PM: Homecoming Dance

🎟️ Tickets: Grab your tickets in advance for the game here: https://bit.ly/3VklgWJ
ℹ️ More Details: For parade routes, dance guidelines, and full event details, visit: https://bit.ly/4xUR565

Gather your family, wear your Spud gear, and come support our students!

#MoorheadSpuds #Homecoming2026 #GoSpuds #SpotlightOnSuccess

11 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools
Homecoming 2026 Events and Schedules
WEAR ALL THE ORANGE AND BLACK! 🧡🖤

Tomorrow is Spud Pride Day! Load up on your Spud gear, but keep these big Friday reminders in mind:

⏰ Early Release: School gets out TWO HOURS early!
🎉 Homecoming Parade: Catch the parade after school at 3:00 and bring the energy!
🏈 The Big Game: Pack the stands tonight to cheer on the Spuds! Let’s go all out and wrap up Homecoming Week strong!

🥔🔥 #SpudPride #Homecoming2026 #SpudNation
11 days ago, Horizon Middle School West
SPUD PRIDE day
The Horizon West October Newsletter is Live! 🎃 🍂 ✨

https://drive.google.com/file/d/15yH7ZVemP-AO1c46Q0YN8fzSuJFAQS-v/view?usp=sharing
12 days ago, Horizon Middle School West
Did you ask your favorite teacher what they're wearing tomorrow? 🤔

Don't forget, Thursday is Teacher/Student Swap Day! 🔄 Let’s see who pulls off the best imitation! 👓🍎
12 days ago, Horizon Middle School West
Thursday is SPUD swap day
We have an Early Out on October 9.

Students will be released 2 hours earlier than normal end time.

#SpotlightOnSuccess #MoorheadAreaPublicSchools
12 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools
Early Out October 9
Time to trade in the sweatpants! 👔✨ Tomorrow is Spiffy Spud!

Dressed to impress—wear your best, fanciest, and sharpest attire. Who’s going to be the best dressed tomorrow? 📸
13 days ago, Horizon Middle School West
Dress your best tomorrow