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!
📣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
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!
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.
📣WE ARE HIRING!
🌟Join Our Team! We are currently HIRING for the following positions for the 2026-2027 school year:
✅ High School Principal - Beginning Summer 2026
✅ English Language Arts Teacher - Montevideo High School
✅ K-6 Elementary Teacher
✅ Special Education Teacher - Middle School
✅ Full-time Substitute Teacher - Elementary School
✅ Full-time Substitute Teacher - High School
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
🌟Join Our Team! We are currently HIRING for the following positions for the 2026-2027 school year:
✅ High School Principal - Beginning Summer 2026
✅ English Language Arts Teacher - Montevideo High School
✅ K-6 Elementary Teacher
✅ Special Education Teacher - Middle School
✅ Full-time Substitute Teacher - Elementary School
✅ Full-time Substitute Teacher - High School
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
Summer Food Service Program - Summer Eats Minnesota
Free in-person breakfast & lunch for kids aged 18 and under at:
Open Montevideo Site:
Sanford Elementary School
412 S. 13th Street, Minnesota
Weekdays beginning Tuesday, June 2 through Friday, August 21, 2026
(Closed Friday, June 19 & 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.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Free in-person breakfast & lunch for kids aged 18 and under at:
Open Montevideo Site:
Sanford Elementary School
412 S. 13th Street, Minnesota
Weekdays beginning Tuesday, June 2 through Friday, August 21, 2026
(Closed Friday, June 19 & 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.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
SCHOOL CALENDAR REMINDER
Memorial Day - Monday, May 25, 2026
NO SCHOOL
Remember and Honor
Have a nice, long Memorial Day weekend!
Memorial Day - Monday, May 25, 2026
NO SCHOOL
Remember and Honor
Have a nice, long Memorial Day weekend!
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
You're invited to the Middle School Spring Music Concert!
Monday, May 11th
6:00 p.m.
Montevideo High School Gymnasium
Enjoy a wide range of music prepared by our 5-8th graders in band, choir, and general music!
You're invited to the Middle School Spring Music Concert!
Monday, May 11th
6:00 p.m.
Montevideo High School Gymnasium
Enjoy a wide range of music prepared by our 5-8th graders in band, choir, and general music!
🗓SCHOOL CALENDAR REMINDER
Friday, May 8, 2026
Early Dismissal - Staff Development Day
Early Dismissal times:
Ramsey 1:15 p.m.
Sanford 1:20 p.m.
High School 1:25 p.m.
Middle School 1:30 p.m.
Friday, May 8, 2026
Early Dismissal - Staff Development Day
Early Dismissal times:
Ramsey 1:15 p.m.
Sanford 1:20 p.m.
High School 1:25 p.m.
Middle School 1:30 p.m.
💙🏥 Happy National School Nurse Day ~ May 6, 2026!
Today we proudly celebrate our incredible district school nurse, Heather Goslee, and our Health Services assistant, Sarah Jensen.
Thank you for being our everyday heroes, for always going above and beyond, and for caring for our Thunder Hawk family as if it were your own. We appreciate you more than words can ever express!
#NationalSchoolNurseDay #ThankYouNurses
Today we proudly celebrate our incredible district school nurse, Heather Goslee, and our Health Services assistant, Sarah Jensen.
Thank you for being our everyday heroes, for always going above and beyond, and for caring for our Thunder Hawk family as if it were your own. We appreciate you more than words can ever express!
#NationalSchoolNurseDay #ThankYouNurses
🟪The Right Plan. Right Now. Bond Referendum for Buildings webpage is your place to stay up to date on the February 10, 2026 bond referendum projects.
This page will serve as the official hub for updates, timelines, project plans, and community information as the work moves forward!
Thanks to the support of our community, these improvements will enhance safety, learning spaces, and opportunities for students for years to come.
🌐Visit the webpage to stay informed - https://www.montevideoschools.org/page/2026-referendum-updates
This page will serve as the official hub for updates, timelines, project plans, and community information as the work moves forward!
Thanks to the support of our community, these improvements will enhance safety, learning spaces, and opportunities for students for years to come.
🌐Visit the webpage to stay informed - https://www.montevideoschools.org/page/2026-referendum-updates
🗓SCHOOL CALENDAR REMINDER
Friday, April 17, 2026
Early Dismissal - Staff Development Day
Early Dismissal times:
Ramsey 1:15 p.m.
Sanford 1:20 p.m.
High School 1:25 p.m.
Middle School 1:30 p.m.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Early Dismissal - Staff Development Day
Early Dismissal times:
Ramsey 1:15 p.m.
Sanford 1:20 p.m.
High School 1:25 p.m.
Middle School 1:30 p.m.
Follow the Yellow Brick Road to the Hollywood On Main!
The Montevideo Middle School Theater Department is proud to present OZ!, a musical adventure for the whole family. Join Dorothy, Toto, and all their friends as they journey through the Land of Oz.
Two Performances
Friday, April 17th & Saturday, April 18th
7:00 p.m. at the Hollywood on Main, Montevideo
Tickets available at the door.
$8 Adult - $6 Student
We hope to see you there!
The Montevideo Middle School Theater Department is proud to present OZ!, a musical adventure for the whole family. Join Dorothy, Toto, and all their friends as they journey through the Land of Oz.
Two Performances
Friday, April 17th & Saturday, April 18th
7:00 p.m. at the Hollywood on Main, Montevideo
Tickets available at the door.
$8 Adult - $6 Student
We hope to see you there!
SCHOOL CALENDAR REMINDER
Thursday, April 2nd - Staff Development Day
No School for Students
Friday, April 3rd through Monday, April 6th
Spring Break - No School
Thursday, April 2nd - Staff Development Day
No School for Students
Friday, April 3rd through Monday, April 6th
Spring Break - No School
Congratulations! Our boys basketball team is the AA Academic State Champions for the third straight year! Not only are our students excelling on the court, they are also excelling in the classroom. Way to go!
SCHOOL CALENDAR REMINDER
Friday, March 20, 2026 - Early Dismissal Day
End of Quarter 3
Friday, March 20, 2026 - Early Dismissal Day
End of Quarter 3
Due to the weather, Montevideo Public Schools will have an E-Learning Day on Monday, March 16th. There will be no Head Start, Small World Preschool, ECSE, Community Ed. or school activities. Thunder Hawk Care will open at 7:00 a.m.
🗓SCHOOL CALENDAR REMINDER
Friday, March 6, 2026
Early Dismissal - Staff Development Day
Early Dismissal times:
Ramsey 1:15 p.m.
Sanford 1:20 p.m.
High School 1:25 p.m.
Middle School 1:30 p.m.
Friday, March 6, 2026
Early Dismissal - Staff Development Day
Early Dismissal times:
Ramsey 1:15 p.m.
Sanford 1:20 p.m.
High School 1:25 p.m.
Middle School 1:30 p.m.
