SCHOOL CALENDAR REMINDER - NO SCHOOL
Wednesday, October 15th - Staff Development Day
Thursday, October 16th & Friday, October 17th - Fall Break
Wednesday, October 15th - Staff Development Day
Thursday, October 16th & Friday, October 17th - Fall Break
🎉October is National Principals Month, and this week is Minnesota Principals Week!
We are proud of our awesome team of principals and appreciate all that they do every single day! Join us in thanking Heidi, Shawn and Tanya for their hard work, leadership, and dedication to our students, staff and families.💜 #HawkPride #ThankAPrincipal
Today is National Custodian Appreciation Day! We’re grateful for our amazing custodians who keep our schools clean, safe, and welcoming every day. Their hard work makes a big difference. Thank you for all you do! #NationalCustodianDay #HawkPride
SCHOOL CALENDAR REMINDER:
Friday, October 3rd is an Early Dismissal-Staff Development Day for the Montevideo Thunder Hawks!
Dismissal schedule:
Ramsey 1:15 p.m.
Sanford 1:20 p.m.
MHS 1:25 p.m.
MMS 1:30 p.m.
Also pictured is the 2025-2026 school calendar for your information. For a printable copy, visit our website: www.montevideoschools.org. Be sure to check out all the key dates, like no school, early dismissals, holidays, and breaks to keep the year running smoothly.
Friday, October 3rd is an Early Dismissal-Staff Development Day for the Montevideo Thunder Hawks!
Dismissal schedule:
Ramsey 1:15 p.m.
Sanford 1:20 p.m.
MHS 1:25 p.m.
MMS 1:30 p.m.
Also pictured is the 2025-2026 school calendar for your information. For a printable copy, visit our website: www.montevideoschools.org. Be sure to check out all the key dates, like no school, early dismissals, holidays, and breaks to keep the year running smoothly.
MMS / HS Picture Retake Day!
If you missed school picture day, retake day for the Middle School & High School will take place on October 3, 2025. Wear your smile!!
MMS / HS Picture Retake Day!
Here are the Retake Day Codes for each School.
Remember parents that only those Students who have NOT BEEN photographed on Original Day, should use the Retake Codes to order photos.
Montevideo Middle School 0307QW
Montevideo High School 0307RC
Those wishing Retakes MUST RETURN their Packages to the Photographer on Retake Day.
Here is the link for the Online Ordering again.
https://creekviewimages.inter-state.com/FlyerEntry
Si te perdiste el día de la foto escolar, el día de recuperación para la escuela intermedia y secundaria será el 3 de octubre de 2025. ¡Luce tu sonrisa!
Aquí están los códigos de día de re-toma para cada escuela. Recuerden, padres, que solo aquellos estudiantes que NO HAN SIDO fotografiados en el día original, deben usar los códigos de re-toma para ordenar fotos.
Escuela Middle Montevideo 0307QW
Escuela High Montevideo 0307RC
Aquellos que deseen re-tomas DEBEN DEVOLVER sus paquetes al fotógrafo en el día de re-toma.
Aquí está el enlace para el pedido en línea nuevamente.
https://creekviewimages.inter-state.com/FlyerEntry
High school students in Mr. Zamora's class are focused on learning about T-Chart conversions. Mr. Zamora uses this teaching strategy to help students organize and compare information in a visual framework. The T-Chart Method supports a range of instructional goals, including reading comprehension, mathematical problem-solving, and critical thinking. #education #learning #problemsolving #GoThunderHawks
Healthy Hawks! Is your child in need of a vaccine?
Vaccines are available through your healthcare provider, at many local pharmacies, or by calling your local public health office. Countryside Public Health offers seasonal and routine vaccinations for children and adults and can bill insurance or offer them at low or no-cost to you if you do not have insurance.
The vaccination clinic at the Countryside Public Health Montevideo Office is coming up on Friday, September 26th. Call 1-800-657-3291 for more information or to schedule an appointment.
You may also schedule an appointment online at https://www.countrysidepublichealth.org/in-office-vaccine-clinics.
¡Halcones Saludables! ¿Necesita su hijo una vacuna?
Puede obtener las vacunas a través de su proveedor de atención médica, en muchas farmacias locales o llamando a su oficina de salud pública local. Salud Pública de Countryside ofrece vacunas de temporada y de rutina para niños y adultos, y puede facturarlas a su seguro médico o ofrecérselas a bajo costo o gratis si no tiene seguro.
La clínica de vacunación en la oficina de Salud Pública de Countryside en Montevideo tendrá lugar el viernes 26 de septiembre. Llame al 1-800-657-3291 para obtener más información o programar una cita.
También puede programar una cita en línea en https://www.countrysidepublichealth.org/in-office-vaccine-clinics.
Vaccines are available through your healthcare provider, at many local pharmacies, or by calling your local public health office. Countryside Public Health offers seasonal and routine vaccinations for children and adults and can bill insurance or offer them at low or no-cost to you if you do not have insurance.
The vaccination clinic at the Countryside Public Health Montevideo Office is coming up on Friday, September 26th. Call 1-800-657-3291 for more information or to schedule an appointment.
You may also schedule an appointment online at https://www.countrysidepublichealth.org/in-office-vaccine-clinics.
¡Halcones Saludables! ¿Necesita su hijo una vacuna?
Puede obtener las vacunas a través de su proveedor de atención médica, en muchas farmacias locales o llamando a su oficina de salud pública local. Salud Pública de Countryside ofrece vacunas de temporada y de rutina para niños y adultos, y puede facturarlas a su seguro médico o ofrecérselas a bajo costo o gratis si no tiene seguro.
La clínica de vacunación en la oficina de Salud Pública de Countryside en Montevideo tendrá lugar el viernes 26 de septiembre. Llame al 1-800-657-3291 para obtener más información o programar una cita.
También puede programar una cita en línea en https://www.countrysidepublichealth.org/in-office-vaccine-clinics.
Meet Gretchen Geer, our new English teacher at the high school!
A little bit about Ms. Geer...
Gretchen Geer grew up in Minnesota and went to college at the University of Minnesota Duluth, where she majored in English and Interdisciplinary Studies and minored in Philosophy. After graduating from UMD, Ms. Geer continued on to graduate school. She earned an MA in English from the University of Nebraska, as well as an MA in Medieval Studies and a PhD in English from the University of Connecticut. Ms. Geer has spent the last nine years teaching college English literature and writing courses. Now, she is excited to return to Minnesota and to become part of the community here at Montevideo Schools! Ms. Geer’s hobbies include reading, putting together jigsaw puzzles, and hanging out with her cats.
Help us welcome Ms. Geer to the Thunder Hawk team!
A little bit about Ms. Geer...
Gretchen Geer grew up in Minnesota and went to college at the University of Minnesota Duluth, where she majored in English and Interdisciplinary Studies and minored in Philosophy. After graduating from UMD, Ms. Geer continued on to graduate school. She earned an MA in English from the University of Nebraska, as well as an MA in Medieval Studies and a PhD in English from the University of Connecticut. Ms. Geer has spent the last nine years teaching college English literature and writing courses. Now, she is excited to return to Minnesota and to become part of the community here at Montevideo Schools! Ms. Geer’s hobbies include reading, putting together jigsaw puzzles, and hanging out with her cats.
Help us welcome Ms. Geer to the Thunder Hawk team!
SCHOOL CALENDAR REMINDER:
Friday, September 12, 2025
Early Dismissal -Staff Development Day
Early Dismissal Schedule:
Ramsey 1:15 pm
Sanford 1:20 pm
MHS 1:25 pm
MMS 1:30 pm
Friday, September 12, 2025
Early Dismissal -Staff Development Day
Early Dismissal Schedule:
Ramsey 1:15 pm
Sanford 1:20 pm
MHS 1:25 pm
MMS 1:30 pm
🎉Homecoming 2025 is next week - September 15th-19th!
Get ready to show your school spirit all week long! Join us for our fun Homecoming Dress-Up Days!
📣Go Thunder Hawks!
Get ready to show your school spirit all week long! Join us for our fun Homecoming Dress-Up Days!
📣Go Thunder Hawks!
📆SCHOOL CALENDAR REMINDER:
NO SCHOOL
Friday, August 29th &
Monday, September 1st - Labor Day
NO SCHOOL
Friday, August 29th &
Monday, September 1st - Labor Day
We welcome our Thunder Hawk staff to the 2025-2026 school year! It was great to see everyone for an exciting kick off to another academic year. Congratulations to Kati Birhanzl, Career Coordinator at the Montevideo High School, named Montevideo Teacher of the Year!
We look forward to welcoming students back to school on Monday, August 25th! It’s a great time to be a Thunder Hawk!
Reminder: Open House - Tuesday, August 19th.
We look forward to welcoming students back to school on Monday, August 25th! It’s a great time to be a Thunder Hawk!
Reminder: Open House - Tuesday, August 19th.
We are excited to welcome Mike Trewick to the Thunder Hawk team as our new Activities Director at Montevideo Public Schools! Please join us in giving Mike a warm Thunder Hawk welcome!
"Hello Thunder Hawk families! My name is Mike Trewick, and I am your new Activities Director. I am excited to join the Montevideo community that has such a rich history in its Activities and Athletics. I have spent the last 16 years as part of the St. Cloud School District, most recently as a Dean of Students and coach at St. Cloud Apollo High School. For over 30 years I have been lucky enough to coach and work with amazing student athletes at St. John's, St. Mary's and St. Cloud. Let's work together to help and empower our students to reach their full potential. Go, Thunder Hawks!"
"Hello Thunder Hawk families! My name is Mike Trewick, and I am your new Activities Director. I am excited to join the Montevideo community that has such a rich history in its Activities and Athletics. I have spent the last 16 years as part of the St. Cloud School District, most recently as a Dean of Students and coach at St. Cloud Apollo High School. For over 30 years I have been lucky enough to coach and work with amazing student athletes at St. John's, St. Mary's and St. Cloud. Let's work together to help and empower our students to reach their full potential. Go, Thunder Hawks!"
ATTENTION! WE ARE HIRING!
Come & work with us at Montevideo Public Schools! Earn a competitive wage and health insurance benefits! There are many job openings at the Montevideo Public Schools that begin right away. Get paid for on-the-job training!
The Montevideo School District has immediate openings for the following positions:
1. 14 paraprofessionals
2. Five food service employees
3. One person to help in the library at an elementary school.
How to apply:
1. Go to the Montevideo school district website and apply online today! https://www.montevideoschools.org/page/employment
2. Call the Montevideo School District at 320-269-8833.
Join our team!
Come & work with us at Montevideo Public Schools! Earn a competitive wage and health insurance benefits! There are many job openings at the Montevideo Public Schools that begin right away. Get paid for on-the-job training!
The Montevideo School District has immediate openings for the following positions:
1. 14 paraprofessionals
2. Five food service employees
3. One person to help in the library at an elementary school.
How to apply:
1. Go to the Montevideo school district website and apply online today! https://www.montevideoschools.org/page/employment
2. Call the Montevideo School District at 320-269-8833.
Join our team!
Online Registration for the 2025–2026 school year is now OPEN! Please log in to the JMC Portal on the school's website at www.montevideoschools.org to complete your student's registration, update contact information, sign forms, and pay student expenses, including Chromebook Insurance. Complete your student's registration by Open House, Tuesday, August 19th. If you have any questions, feel free to contact your school office. Thank you for helping us get ready for a great year!
¡La inscripción en línea para el año escolar 2025-2026 ya está ABIERTA! Inicie sesión en el portal de JMC en el sitio web de la escuela, www.montevideoschools.org, para completar la inscripción de su estudiante, actualizar su información de contacto, firmar formularios y pagar los gastos, incluido el seguro de la Chromebook. Complete la inscripción de su estudiante antes de la jornada de puertas abiertas, el martes 19 de agosto. Si tiene alguna pregunta, no dude en comunicarse con la secretaría de su escuela. ¡Gracias por ayudarnos a prepararnos para un año excelente!
¡La inscripción en línea para el año escolar 2025-2026 ya está ABIERTA! Inicie sesión en el portal de JMC en el sitio web de la escuela, www.montevideoschools.org, para completar la inscripción de su estudiante, actualizar su información de contacto, firmar formularios y pagar los gastos, incluido el seguro de la Chromebook. Complete la inscripción de su estudiante antes de la jornada de puertas abiertas, el martes 19 de agosto. Si tiene alguna pregunta, no dude en comunicarse con la secretaría de su escuela. ¡Gracias por ayudarnos a prepararnos para un año excelente!
Minnesota Summer Eats Food Service Program - Kids 18 and under receive free meals! Stop in and eat!
Location/Open Site:
Sanford Elementary School
(Please buzz in at the Main Entrance on 13th Street of Sanford.)
412 S. 13th Street, Montevideo
Dates/Days:
Tuesday, June 3 - Friday, August 15
(Closed Thursday, June 19th & Friday, July 4th)
Meals/Times:
Breakfast 7:30 - 9:00 a.m.
Lunch 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
School Calendar Reminder:
School is closed today in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. No Summer Food Service and no Summer School.
Last weekend, 25 of our Thunder Hawks Clay Target Team competed in the Minnesota State High School Clay Target League State Trap Shooting Tournament. The weather was a little different than last year. In 2024 the temperature was around 96 degrees. In 2025 we started the day at 53 degrees and overcast with little to no wind.
Our kids all shot well and our team finished in 1st place for the day in the Novice division. Anya Burmeister also took 1st place in the Novice division shooting 80/100. Iver Heinrich led the males in the same division with a 81/100 finishing in 3rd place. In the Junior Varsity division Brayden Stone led our team with a 90/100 and on the girls side Destiny Rittel shot a 77/100. Varsity was led by Ethan Andresen who shot a 90/100. Our team didn’t have any girls shooting varsity this year. The divisions are determined by your season average over 5 weeks. Job well done to all the students who participated!
Ethan Andresen and Jackson Viessman will also be competing at the State Skeet Tournament which will be held on Tuesday, June 24th. For more information on the State Skeet Tournament, visit: https://mn.usaclaytarget.com/minnesota-skeet-shooting-championship/
Good luck to Ethan and Jackson! Go Hawks!
Twenty-five (25) students from our Montevideo High School Clay Target Team will compete at the Minnesota State High School Clay Target League State Trap Shooting Tournament on Saturday, June 14th in Alexandria, Minnesota.
Montevideo competes in Class 6A and will begin shooting Round 1 at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. Good luck to all of our state tournament participants! Go Hawks!
For all tournament information, including schedules, field assignments, leaderboard & awards, visit:
https://mn.usaclaytarget.com/minnesota-trap-shooting-championship/
Shameless bragging post........
