School’s out and summer is in! ☀️🎉

What an incredible year it has been. Thank you to our students, staff, and families for all the hard work, support, and memories made along the way.

Have a safe and happy summer — we can’t wait to welcome everyone back next year! But for now, relax, recharge, and enjoy some well-deserved time off 🌴📚


23 days ago, Horizon Middle School West
Happy summer!
Horizon West Middle School proudly celebrates the retirement of Kate Rockstad! 🎉

After 37 years in education, including an incredible 35 years serving Moorhead students, Mrs. Rockstad leaves behind a lasting legacy of dedication, kindness, and commitment to student success. Her impact on generations of learners and colleagues will not be forgotten.

Congratulations on your retirement, and thank you for your many years of service to our school community! 🧡🖤
24 days ago, Horizon Middle School West
Mrs. Rockstad is retiring after 35 years
Horizon West Middle School proudly celebrates the retirement of Cara Cody-Braun! 🎉

After 36 years in education, including 6 years serving students in Moorhead, we thank Sra. Cody-Braun for her dedication, compassion, and impact on countless students and families. Her commitment to education and the Horizon West community will be greatly missed.

Congratulations on your retirement, and best wishes on this exciting new chapter! 🍎🧡🖤
24 days ago, Horizon Middle School West
Sra Cody-Braun is retiring
Locker Clean Out Reminder! 🎒

Students should clean out their lockers and bring all belongings home on May 28th. Please note that no backpacks will be allowed on the last day of school, May 29th.

Thank you for helping us finish the school year smoothly! ☀️
24 days ago, Horizon Middle School West
Clean out lockers on May 28th, no backpacks on May 29th
Reminder: Tomorrow, May 29th, is the last day of school! Students will be dismissed two hours early at 2:00 PM. We hope everyone has a safe and fun summer! ☀️
24 days ago, Horizon Middle School West
May 29th - early dismissal
🥳 Congratulations to the following teachers who have achieved certifications of, The Catalyst Approach, 12 Foundational Skills, through data collection and goal setting.

These teachers have dedicated time to implementing foundational skills that prioritize connection over compliance, fostering calm, productive, and equitable learning environments.

Kenora Kallstrom (6th grade ELA/Social Studies) Whole Group Foundational Skills Certification
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Vian Mustafa (REACH) Whole Group Foundational Skills Certification
Joe Lindquist (Exploratory Music) Whole Group Foundational Skills Recertification
and Autumn Thompson

🎉 This year Horizon West had all of their staff that were previously certified, recertify along with three teachers that certified for the first time this year!
24 days ago, Horizon Middle School West
Kenora Kallstrom has been catalyst certified
Take a minute to check out the June/Summer issue of KIDsource by clicking here: ​​https://aptg.co/kStn0G
For questions please call the Community Education office at 218-284-3400
25 days ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools
New KIDsource
The Horizon West May Newsletter is live!!!
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https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qBKSJ2CAv2tanVdl1sw39qD6HQP1_D6Y/view?usp=sharing
about 1 month ago, Horizon Middle School West
Teacher Appreciation Week may have kept us busy, but there’s no way we’re letting this month pass without celebrating our incredible school nurses. Thank you for everything you do for our students every single day 💙🩺

Your kindness, patience, calm presence, and dedication make such a difference in the lives of our students and staff. We are so grateful for the care, comfort, and support you bring to our school each day! ❤️‍🩹
about 1 month ago, Horizon Middle School West
Celebrating Horizon West Nurses
Planting season is in full swing! 🌱 Horizon West Indian Ed students spent the day planting blueberries and strawberries in the garden bed on Friday! 🍓🫐
about 1 month ago, Horizon Middle School West
Students standing in front of a garden
🍎✨It's teacher Appreciation Week and we're celebrating the heart of our school - our incredible teachers!

From early mornings to late nights, lesson plans to life lessons, your dedication shapes futures every single day. Thank you for inspiring curiosity, encouraging growth, and making our school a place where students thrive.

Join us all week as we recognize and celebrate the amazing educators who make a difference! 💙📚

#FoundationsForTheFuture 🥔

about 2 months ago, Horizon Middle School West
Celebrating Horizon West Teachers during teacher appreciation week
Celebrating Horizon West Teachers during teacher appreciation week
Celebrating Horizon West Teachers during teacher appreciation week
Celebrating Horizon West Teachers during teacher appreciation week
Celebrating Horizon West Teachers during teacher appreciation week
Celebrating Horizon West Teachers during teacher appreciation week
B-I-N-G-O and lots of smiles!

Our Bingo night on April 30th was filled with excitement, prizes, and amazing moments with our students and families. Thanks to everyone who joined us!🎉🏆
about 2 months ago, Horizon Middle School West
families in the cafeteria for bingo night
families in the cafeteria for bingo night
families in the cafeteria for bingo night
Take a minute to check out the May issue of KIDsource by clicking here: ​​https://aptg.co/YnMcBv
For questions please call the Community Education office at 218-284-3400
about 2 months ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools
New KIDsource
Serving up smiles in style! 💤🍽️ Our students (and staff) got cozy in their pajama sets to celebrate the real stars of the day—our amazing lunch heroes! #LunchHeroAppreciationWeek
about 2 months ago, Horizon Middle School West
Students posing with their teacher for pajama day
This week we’re celebrating our amazing Lunch Heroes! 🥪✨

In honor of all they do, we’ll be celebrating with special dress-up days all week long—check out each day’s theme! 🎉

Thank you to the incredible team who keeps our students fueled, smiling, and ready to learn each day. Your hard work, kindness, and dedication make a difference we appreciate more than words can say! 🧡

Be sure to join us in showing them some extra appreciation this week!
about 2 months ago, Horizon Middle School West
Schedule for dress up days
Join us for BINGO Night on April 30th at 6:00 PM! 🎉

Bingo is FREE to play, and we’ll have pizza, drinks, and candy available for purchase at concessions.

Bring the whole family and get ready for a fun night filled with lots of prizes! We can’t wait to see you there! 🎯🍕
about 2 months ago, Horizon Middle School West
Bingo night is on April 30th at 6:00 at horizon west
🥳 Congratulations to Allison DeKrey for her implementation of The Catalyst Approach, 12 Foundational Skills.

Allison DeKrey (6th grade Math/Social Studies) recently reached her Whole Group Foundational Skills Certification through data collection and goal setting.

She has dedicated time to implementing foundational skills that prioritize connection over compliance, fostering a calm, productive, and equitable learning environment.
about 2 months ago, Horizon Middle School West
Allison Dekrey holding her Catalyst certificate

Happy Administrative Assistants Day, thank you for all you do at West!

2 months ago, Horizon West Middle School
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Our talent show was a night to remember! 🎤✨

On March 30th, our stage came alive with standout performances, big smiles, and incredible school spirit. Thank you to everyone who performed, supported, and helped make the night such a success—we’re already looking forward to next year! 👏🎭

2 months ago, Horizon Middle School West
Students who performed in the talent show
Horizon West's April Newsletter is Live! 🌞🐝🌸🪴🐌

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1do8RMBZKvlJ2ag8k7gAXsDjrSGsQnWcJ/view?usp=sharing
2 months ago, Horizon Middle School West