🎉Homecoming 2026 is next week, September 28th-October 2nd! Here are the Dress-Up Days for each building.
Have fun participating in the Homecoming Dress-up Days at your school!
#hoco2026 #dressupdays #HawkPride
📣Go, Thunder Hawks
Have fun participating in the Homecoming Dress-up Days at your school!
#hoco2026 #dressupdays #HawkPride
📣Go, Thunder Hawks
We are excited to welcome Kevin Bachman to our team as a Full-time Substitute Teacher at the Montevideo High School! Help us give Mr. Bachman a warm Thunder Hawk welcome to Montevideo Public Schools.
Hello!
My name is Kevin Bachman. I am originally from the Twin Cities, and I earned my bachelor's degree from St. Cloud State University. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my girlfriend and her two children. I am also an avid sports fan and enjoy both watching and playing sports, especially cheering on the Minnesota Vikings and Timberwolves. I am excited for the new school year and look forward to working with the Montevideo High School team! Go, Thunder Hawks!
#Welcome #NewStaffSpotlight
Hello!
My name is Kevin Bachman. I am originally from the Twin Cities, and I earned my bachelor's degree from St. Cloud State University. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my girlfriend and her two children. I am also an avid sports fan and enjoy both watching and playing sports, especially cheering on the Minnesota Vikings and Timberwolves. I am excited for the new school year and look forward to working with the Montevideo High School team! Go, Thunder Hawks!
#Welcome #NewStaffSpotlight
We are excited to welcome Dr. Robert Walsh to our team! Dr. Walsh is our new English Language Arts teacher at the Montevideo High School. Help us give him a warm Thunder Hawk welcome to Montevideo Public Schools!
Dr. Robert Walsh is delighted to join Montevideo High School as an English Language Arts teacher, and, in many ways, to come home - born in Montevideo and raised in nearby Maynard, Minnesota. Robert has spent more than 25 years as an educator, teaching students from middle and high school through graduate school in the United States and internationally. He earned his Ph.D. in Education from North Dakota State University, a master's degree in Interpersonal Communication and bachelor's degrees in Rhetoric and Writing and Speech Communication from St. Cloud State University, and completed his teacher preparation at Northern State University. His career has included teaching and leadership positions at schools, colleges, and universities throughout the Upper Midwest as well as many years abroad in Japan and South Korea, where he taught English, writing, rhetoric, speech, and communication to students from around the world. Along the way, Robert has been a professor, researcher and published scholar, teacher educator, faculty mentor, and college administrator—but the classroom and the relationships formed with students have remained at the heart of his work.
Robert is the proud father of Louis, 12, a seventh grader at Ortonville High School, and their family includes Kingston, a wire-haired pointing griffon with plenty of personality. Outside the classroom, Robert enjoys writing, learning, good conversation, the outdoors, and life in the Upper Midwest. After a career that has taken him around the world, he is especially grateful for the opportunity to return to the community where his own story began and to begin a new chapter with the students, families, and community of Montevideo.
#Welcome #NewStaffSpotlight
We are excited to welcome Justin True to our team! Justin is our new High School Band Director. Help us give Justin a warm Thunder Hawk welcome to Montevideo Public Schools!
Hello!
I am Justin True, the new Band Director at Montevideo High School. I am looking forward to a great first year of music making with the students in Montevideo. I grew up in Waseca, Minnesota and went to college in Mankato where I participated in many musical ensembles including Marching Band, Jazz Band, Concert Band and Concert Choir. My last three years have been spent teaching up in International Falls. I was greatly inspired to teach by my own high school band director, Mr. Gullickson, who challenged everyone around them to be the best version of themselves.
Outside of the classroom I spend a lot of my time indoors gaming and writing music, but when the weather permits, I also love a good hike or run. My fun fact is I have an ever growing board game collection that currently sits at around 140 games! I have written music for many different ensembles to play whether it be my college jazz band or the students I taught in International Falls, and I look forward to sharing my music yet again!
#Welcome #NewStaffSpotlight
Hello!
I am Justin True, the new Band Director at Montevideo High School. I am looking forward to a great first year of music making with the students in Montevideo. I grew up in Waseca, Minnesota and went to college in Mankato where I participated in many musical ensembles including Marching Band, Jazz Band, Concert Band and Concert Choir. My last three years have been spent teaching up in International Falls. I was greatly inspired to teach by my own high school band director, Mr. Gullickson, who challenged everyone around them to be the best version of themselves.
Outside of the classroom I spend a lot of my time indoors gaming and writing music, but when the weather permits, I also love a good hike or run. My fun fact is I have an ever growing board game collection that currently sits at around 140 games! I have written music for many different ensembles to play whether it be my college jazz band or the students I taught in International Falls, and I look forward to sharing my music yet again!
#Welcome #NewStaffSpotlight
As students head back to school this week, let’s all do our part to keep our Thunder Hawks safe on their journey to and from school and promote a culture of safety in our community!
🚌A new school bus stop arm law went into effect earlier this spring which states that when a school bus driver activates the red flashing lights, vehicles must stop at least 20 feet away from the school bus, regardless of whether the stop arm is extended or not. Violating the law is a misdemeanor carrying a minimum fine of $500.
🚘Motorists
* Slow down in school zones and obey posted speed limits.
* Watch carefully for children crossing streets, especially near bus stops.
* Stop for the bus. Obey the stop-arm law every time—no exceptions!
🚸Students:
* Be on time at the bus stop and wait safely back from the road.
* Wait for the bus to come to a complete stop before approaching.
* Always cross in front of the bus where the driver can see you.
* Use quiet voices and stay seated while the bus is moving.
Together, we can make every ride a safe one. Have a great and safe school year! #BackToSchool #SchoolBusSafety #DriveSafe
We are excited to welcome Ramon Vega Jr. to our team! Ramon will be our new Phy. Ed. Teacher at the high school. Help us give Ramon a warm Thunder Hawk welcome to Montevideo Public Schools!
Hello!
My name is Ramon Vega Jr. I was born and raised in Buffalo, Minnesota, where I attended Buffalo High School. I attended DMACC in Boone, Iowa for two years and played baseball for the DMACC Bears. I then transferred to Northern State University, Aberdeen, South Dakota. I have an older brother and younger sister. I have a 4-month old Golden Retriever puppy named Jeter. My hobbies are working out, playing baseball, or traveling around the world. I also love spending time with my family and Godson.
Go, Thunder Hawks!
#Welcome #NewStaffSpotlight
Hello!
My name is Ramon Vega Jr. I was born and raised in Buffalo, Minnesota, where I attended Buffalo High School. I attended DMACC in Boone, Iowa for two years and played baseball for the DMACC Bears. I then transferred to Northern State University, Aberdeen, South Dakota. I have an older brother and younger sister. I have a 4-month old Golden Retriever puppy named Jeter. My hobbies are working out, playing baseball, or traveling around the world. I also love spending time with my family and Godson.
Go, Thunder Hawks!
#Welcome #NewStaffSpotlight
🟪The Right Plan. Right Now! Bond Referendum Update
Exciting things are taking shape! Design is in full swing, and we’re excited to share some of the latest updates and renderings with you.
🌐Visit the webpage to view a photo gallery of renderings, access the August Progress Report, and stay informed - https://www.montevideoschools.org/page/2026-referendum-updates
Exciting things are taking shape! Design is in full swing, and we’re excited to share some of the latest updates and renderings with you.
🌐Visit the webpage to view a photo gallery of renderings, access the August Progress Report, and stay informed - https://www.montevideoschools.org/page/2026-referendum-updates
📣ATTENTION MONTEVIDEO THUNDER HAWKS
🚧Just a heads up that the City of Montevideo is beginning road construction on Monday, August 24th on William Avenue (the street to the south of the middle school and high school). The road will be partially torn up and resurfaced over the course of the next 30 days. The portion of William Avenue that they will be working on will be between Cty Rd 15 and S 17th Street.
This will make the Back-to-School Workshops, Open House, and Orientation next week a little less fun to travel to, but the road and access to the middle school drive and parking lot will remain open while they are doing road construction. Slow down and drive careful!
🚧Just a heads up that the City of Montevideo is beginning road construction on Monday, August 24th on William Avenue (the street to the south of the middle school and high school). The road will be partially torn up and resurfaced over the course of the next 30 days. The portion of William Avenue that they will be working on will be between Cty Rd 15 and S 17th Street.
This will make the Back-to-School Workshops, Open House, and Orientation next week a little less fun to travel to, but the road and access to the middle school drive and parking lot will remain open while they are doing road construction. Slow down and drive careful!
We’re excited to welcome our new staff members to Montevideo Public Schools! Our 2026-2027 District Orientation is underway as they get to know our schools, staff, and the Thunder Hawk way.
What a great looking crew! Welcome to the Thunder Hawk family! We can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make in our classrooms and community. Go, Thunder Hawks!
What a great looking crew! Welcome to the Thunder Hawk family! We can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make in our classrooms and community. Go, Thunder Hawks!
🚌Registration for School Bus Transportation for the 2026-2027 school year is open for K-12 Montevideo Thunder Hawks!
Call to register and set up transportation needs for your child with 4.O Montevideo Bus Service.
📞320-269-7427
Contact: Amy Dingfelder
E-mail: amy@fourpointo.com
Students are eligible to ride the school bus if they meet the following criteria and register:
▪️K-6 students who live more than one mile from their school
▪️7-12 students who live more than two miles from their school
Once your child is registered, bus information will be accessible under the bus tab in your JMC Family Portal.
🏫4.O staff will be available to help you with your transportation needs at the bus garage during School Open House times on Tuesday, August 25th.
Register early to avoid delays in getting your child to school!
¡Ya está abierta la inscripción para el transporte escolar para el ciclo 2026-2027 para los estudiantes de K-12 de los Montevideo Thunder Hawks!
Llame para inscribir a su hijo/a y coordinar el transporte escolar con el Servicio de Autobuses 4.O Montevideo.
320-269-7427
Contacto: Amy Dingfelder
Correo electrónico: amy@fourpointo.com
Los estudiantes pueden usar el autobús escolar si cumplen con los siguientes requisitos y se inscriben:
Estudiantes de K-6 que viven a más de 1.6 km de su escuela
Estudiantes de 7.º a 12.º grado que viven a más de 3.2 km de su escuela
Una vez que su hijo/a esté inscrito/a, podrá acceder a la información del autobús en la pestaña "Autobús" de su Portal Familiar de JMC.
El personal de 4.O estará disponible para ayudarle con el transporte escolar en la estación de autobuses durante la Jornada de Puertas Abiertas el martes 25 de agosto.
¡Inscríbase con anticipación para evitar retrasos en la llegada de su hijo/a a la escuela!
Call to register and set up transportation needs for your child with 4.O Montevideo Bus Service.
📞320-269-7427
Contact: Amy Dingfelder
E-mail: amy@fourpointo.com
Students are eligible to ride the school bus if they meet the following criteria and register:
▪️K-6 students who live more than one mile from their school
▪️7-12 students who live more than two miles from their school
Once your child is registered, bus information will be accessible under the bus tab in your JMC Family Portal.
🏫4.O staff will be available to help you with your transportation needs at the bus garage during School Open House times on Tuesday, August 25th.
Register early to avoid delays in getting your child to school!
¡Ya está abierta la inscripción para el transporte escolar para el ciclo 2026-2027 para los estudiantes de K-12 de los Montevideo Thunder Hawks!
Llame para inscribir a su hijo/a y coordinar el transporte escolar con el Servicio de Autobuses 4.O Montevideo.
320-269-7427
Contacto: Amy Dingfelder
Correo electrónico: amy@fourpointo.com
Los estudiantes pueden usar el autobús escolar si cumplen con los siguientes requisitos y se inscriben:
Estudiantes de K-6 que viven a más de 1.6 km de su escuela
Estudiantes de 7.º a 12.º grado que viven a más de 3.2 km de su escuela
Una vez que su hijo/a esté inscrito/a, podrá acceder a la información del autobús en la pestaña "Autobús" de su Portal Familiar de JMC.
El personal de 4.O estará disponible para ayudarle con el transporte escolar en la estación de autobuses durante la Jornada de Puertas Abiertas el martes 25 de agosto.
¡Inscríbase con anticipación para evitar retrasos en la llegada de su hijo/a a la escuela!
📣Work with us! We are hiring!
We are currently looking to fill Special Education and ESL paraprofessional positions at the elementary, middle school and high school for the 2026-2027 school year.
If you’re passionate about supporting students, inspiring young minds, making a difference, and shaping the future, we would love to hear from you!
🌟Join our team!
👉SEE ALL JOB POSTINGS, LEARN MORE & APPLY:
https://www.montevideoschools.org/o/mps/page/employment
QUESTIONS?
Contact the District Office at:
📞(320) 269-8833
We are currently looking to fill Special Education and ESL paraprofessional positions at the elementary, middle school and high school for the 2026-2027 school year.
If you’re passionate about supporting students, inspiring young minds, making a difference, and shaping the future, we would love to hear from you!
🌟Join our team!
👉SEE ALL JOB POSTINGS, LEARN MORE & APPLY:
https://www.montevideoschools.org/o/mps/page/employment
QUESTIONS?
Contact the District Office at:
📞(320) 269-8833
Help us give a warm Thunder Hawk welcome to our new Director of Teaching and Learning, Brandon Raymo! We are excited to have Brandon on our team! Go, Thunder Hawks!
#Welcome #NewStaffSpotlight
A little about Brandon...
While I have had the privilege of coaching baseball in the district for the past 14 years, I am honored to step into a new leadership role as the Director of Teaching and Learning for Montevideo Public Schools. Following 15 years as the Assistant Director of the Minnesota River Valley Education District (MRVED), I am thrilled to transition into this position. I look forward to collaborating closely with Montevideo’s exceptional instructional staff to support our educators and directly enhance student achievement across our community.
Montevideo has been home to our family for the past 15 years. My wife, Katie, a 2001 graduate of Montevideo High School, serves as the Program Processing and Compliance Specialist for MRVED. We are the proud parents of three children. Adelyn, who is a recent graduate of Montevideo will be attending Minnesota State University in Moorhead where she will be exploring the field of exercise science as a physical or occupational therapist. Gretta will be an 8th grader and is active in volleyball, basketball, track, and band. Eli will be a 4th grader and enjoys all things sports.
In addition to my administrative duties, I am entering my fourth year on the coaching staff for the boys' basketball team, having recently concluded a 14-year tenure as the junior varsity baseball coach. Outside of school and athletics, our family enjoys spending time at Lake Villard, attending local sporting events, and catching Savannah Bananas baseball games whenever possible.
I am deeply grateful for this opportunity and look forward to officially serving our schools as a full-fledged Thunder Hawk!
#Welcome #NewStaffSpotlight
A little about Brandon...
While I have had the privilege of coaching baseball in the district for the past 14 years, I am honored to step into a new leadership role as the Director of Teaching and Learning for Montevideo Public Schools. Following 15 years as the Assistant Director of the Minnesota River Valley Education District (MRVED), I am thrilled to transition into this position. I look forward to collaborating closely with Montevideo’s exceptional instructional staff to support our educators and directly enhance student achievement across our community.
Montevideo has been home to our family for the past 15 years. My wife, Katie, a 2001 graduate of Montevideo High School, serves as the Program Processing and Compliance Specialist for MRVED. We are the proud parents of three children. Adelyn, who is a recent graduate of Montevideo will be attending Minnesota State University in Moorhead where she will be exploring the field of exercise science as a physical or occupational therapist. Gretta will be an 8th grader and is active in volleyball, basketball, track, and band. Eli will be a 4th grader and enjoys all things sports.
In addition to my administrative duties, I am entering my fourth year on the coaching staff for the boys' basketball team, having recently concluded a 14-year tenure as the junior varsity baseball coach. Outside of school and athletics, our family enjoys spending time at Lake Villard, attending local sporting events, and catching Savannah Bananas baseball games whenever possible.
I am deeply grateful for this opportunity and look forward to officially serving our schools as a full-fledged Thunder Hawk!
On July 21st, Native Culture Club joined other local youth to help artist Malena Handeen paint pebbles on her beautiful mural outside the library downtown. The mural project is part of the non-profit Montevideo Creatives’ effort to foster a vibrant and welcoming community in our city.
Earlier this spring, students got to meet with Handeen and Montevideo Mural Project Director Rebeka Louise during Native Culture Club’s after-school program to talk about plants and animals they feel define our local landscape. We’re so grateful to have had the opportunity to be involved and can’t wait to see the finished mural!
Earlier this spring, students got to meet with Handeen and Montevideo Mural Project Director Rebeka Louise during Native Culture Club’s after-school program to talk about plants and animals they feel define our local landscape. We’re so grateful to have had the opportunity to be involved and can’t wait to see the finished mural!
Montevideo High School's Open House
📣WE ARE HIRING!
🌟Join Our Team! We are currently HIRING for the following positions for the 2026-2027 school year:
✅ High School Math Teacher - Montevideo High School, FT
✅Medical Academy Position - Montevideo High School, .2FTE
✅ Special Education Paraprofessionals - Elementary and High School Levels
If you’re passionate about supporting students, inspiring young minds, making a difference, and shaping the future, we would love to hear from you!
👉LEARN MORE & APPLY:
https://www.montevideoschools.org/o/mps/page/employment
QUESTIONS?
Contact the District Office at:
📞(320) 269-8833
Congratulations to the Montevideo Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2026 Inductees!
⭐Coach Mark Johnson (B/G Swimming, B Tennis, Asst Football)
⭐Jimmy O'Malley (Spec Olympics Golf)
⭐1987 Cross Country Team (Roger Anderson, Corey Binnebose, Steve Dvergsten, Shawn O'Connell, Roger Riley, Christian Schultz, Jesse Tintes)
⭐Corey Binnebose (Class of 1988 Cross Country & Track)
⭐Trevor Schulte (Class of 1989 Baseball)
⭐Bill Soine (Class of 1992 Wrestling)
⭐1998 Girls Swimming 200 Medley & 200 Free Relay Teams (Stephanie Hagen, Angie (Nelson) Rush, Samantha (Dyshaw) Scheffler, Natalie Briones Stoltman)
⭐Michael Hagen (Class of 2001 Swimming & Track)
⭐Jed Landmark (Class of 2001 Cross Country, Swimming, Track)
⭐Barbie (Soine) Johnson (Class of 2002 Volleyball, Basketball, Track)
⭐Greg Liebl (Class of 2003 Cross Country, Track)
Induction will be held Homecoming weekend:
Pepfest, Parade & Football Game - Friday, October 2nd
Banquet - Saturday, October 3rd
⭐Coach Mark Johnson (B/G Swimming, B Tennis, Asst Football)
⭐Jimmy O'Malley (Spec Olympics Golf)
⭐1987 Cross Country Team (Roger Anderson, Corey Binnebose, Steve Dvergsten, Shawn O'Connell, Roger Riley, Christian Schultz, Jesse Tintes)
⭐Corey Binnebose (Class of 1988 Cross Country & Track)
⭐Trevor Schulte (Class of 1989 Baseball)
⭐Bill Soine (Class of 1992 Wrestling)
⭐1998 Girls Swimming 200 Medley & 200 Free Relay Teams (Stephanie Hagen, Angie (Nelson) Rush, Samantha (Dyshaw) Scheffler, Natalie Briones Stoltman)
⭐Michael Hagen (Class of 2001 Swimming & Track)
⭐Jed Landmark (Class of 2001 Cross Country, Swimming, Track)
⭐Barbie (Soine) Johnson (Class of 2002 Volleyball, Basketball, Track)
⭐Greg Liebl (Class of 2003 Cross Country, Track)
Induction will be held Homecoming weekend:
Pepfest, Parade & Football Game - Friday, October 2nd
Banquet - Saturday, October 3rd
Summer Eats Food Service Program
Here's your July Breakfast & Lunch Menus! Also available online at www.montevideoschools.org.
Free in-person breakfast & lunch for kids aged 18 and under at:
Sanford Elementary School
412 S. 13th Street, Minnesota
Weekdays through Friday, August 21, 2026
(Closed Friday, July 3)
Meal Times:
Breakfast 7:30 - 9:00 a.m.
Lunch 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Sponsor Contact Information: Montevideo Public Schools ISD 129, Vanessa Hurt, Food Service Director at email: MontevideoFSD@Taher.com or call 320-269-8833, Ext. 2281.
Here's your July Breakfast & Lunch Menus! Also available online at www.montevideoschools.org.
Free in-person breakfast & lunch for kids aged 18 and under at:
Sanford Elementary School
412 S. 13th Street, Minnesota
Weekdays through Friday, August 21, 2026
(Closed Friday, July 3)
Meal Times:
Breakfast 7:30 - 9:00 a.m.
Lunch 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Sponsor Contact Information: Montevideo Public Schools ISD 129, Vanessa Hurt, Food Service Director at email: MontevideoFSD@Taher.com or call 320-269-8833, Ext. 2281.
📢 2026–2027 School Supply Lists Are Now Available!
Attention Montevideo Public Schools families! The 2026–2027 School Supply Lists are now available online for all grade levels. You can easily view and print your student's list directly from our school websites.
💻 How to Access the Lists:
1. Visit the district website at: https://www.montevideoschools.org/ and select your school from the dropdown menu.
2. Select the "School Supply List” quick link button on your school’s homepage.
3. View, download or print the school supply list.
⚠️ Important Update Regarding Supply Kits
Please note that Montevideo Public Schools did not partner with an online school supply kit company this year. In evaluating our programs, we found that the percentage of total orders placed through these services in past years was too low to justify continuing the partnership.
By providing the lists directly to you now, we hope to give everyone plenty of time to shop local sales and find the best deals for the upcoming year!
Attention Montevideo Public Schools families! The 2026–2027 School Supply Lists are now available online for all grade levels. You can easily view and print your student's list directly from our school websites.
💻 How to Access the Lists:
1. Visit the district website at: https://www.montevideoschools.org/ and select your school from the dropdown menu.
2. Select the "School Supply List” quick link button on your school’s homepage.
3. View, download or print the school supply list.
⚠️ Important Update Regarding Supply Kits
Please note that Montevideo Public Schools did not partner with an online school supply kit company this year. In evaluating our programs, we found that the percentage of total orders placed through these services in past years was too low to justify continuing the partnership.
By providing the lists directly to you now, we hope to give everyone plenty of time to shop local sales and find the best deals for the upcoming year!
Today our high school trap team is competing in the Minnesota High School Clay Target League State Trap Shooting Championship. We are proud to have 20 members represent our school at the world's largest high school trap shooting competition.
We wish the best of luck to our participants! Go Hawks!
More information, results and leaderboards at:
https://mn.usaclaytarget.com/minnesota-trap-shooting-championship/
SCHOOL CALENDAR REMINDER - June 19, 2026
In observance of the Juneteenth holiday, all schools and offices will be closed today. No summer school or summer food service.
In observance of the Juneteenth holiday, all schools and offices will be closed today. No summer school or summer food service.
