We wish our entire school community a safe, happy, and successful year ahead! Here's to a new year and new beginnings!
Classes resume Monday, January 5th.
#HappyNewYear #NewYearNewBeginnings #SchoolCommunity
Winter 2026 Bond Referendum for Buildings
Referendum Website Live!
Get referendum details, including photos of facility needs, the tax impact calculator, and site plans with proposed improvements, at the official referendum website - see it here: www.MontevideoReferendum2026.com
🗓️SCHOOL CALENDAR REMINDER - NO SCHOOL
❄️Winter Break begins Wednesday, December 24, 2025, and lasts through Friday, January 2, 2026. Classes will resume on Monday, January 5, 2026!
Join us for a Referendum Information Meeting!
IN PERSON:
Thursday, December 18th - 6:00 p.m.
Boardroom at Montevideo Middle School
2001 William Avenue, Montevideo
VIRTUAL:
Sunday, December 21st - 6:00 p.m.
Meeting link: https://meet.google.com/nru-aipg-pwh
Learn about the bond referendum for our buildings and understand the tax impact.
Right Plan. Right Now!
PLEASE JOIN US!
Montevideo Public Schools
December 2025 Community-Public Meetings
Education, Information, and Q&A - Just for YOU!
Right Plan. Right Now!
Winter 2026 Bond Referendum for Buildings
Community Meetings:
December 18th, 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Join us in the Board Room at Montevideo Middle School, 2001 William Ave., Montevideo
December 21st, 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Virtual Meeting - Join us remotely!
Meeting link: meet.google.com/nru-aipg-pwh
Meetings will feature a presentation about the facility needs and proposed improvements, with ample opportunities for questions and answers.
Can’t attend in December? More community meeting opportunities will be scheduled in January 2026.
Friday, December 12th is an Early Dismissal - Staff Development Day for Montevideo Public Schools.
Early dismissal times:
Ramsey 1:15 p.m.
Sanford 1:20 p.m.
MHS 1:25 p.m.
MMS 1:30 p.m.
MES Classroom Spotlight - Mrs. Haff's Class
To prepare for Thanksgiving break, Mrs. Haff's third graders took on our “Unlocking Thanksgiving” math adventure! Students worked together to navigate a Thanksgiving-themed map filled with challenges that reinforced key math standards—multi-step problem-solving, interpreting data, and applying addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division strategies. It was wonderful watching their confidence grow as they used teamwork and perseverance to earn their turkey treats!
We also celebrated the completion of our poetry unit with a “Poetry Party!” The students were so brave sharing the poems they’ve worked hard on. They practiced reading fluency and expression while applying third-grade ELA standards such as using sensory details, understanding rhythm and structure, and following the full writing process from brainstorming to final drafts. We ended our celebration by enjoying their poems with popcorn, juice, and a cozy fall fireplace.
Monday, November 24 - Parent/Teacher Conferences
4:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, November 25 - Parent/Teacher Conferences
8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. (NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS)
Wednesday, November 26 - NO SCHOOL
Thursday, November 27 & Friday, November 28 -
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
📖 This week, Montevideo Public Schools proudly joins schools across the nation in celebrating American Education Week — a time to recognize the incredible value of public education and the people who make it thrive.
From our dedicated teachers and support staff to our students, families, and community partners — together, we help every child discover their potential and prepare for a bright future.🌟 #HawkPride #AEW2025
Friday, November 14th is an Early Dismissal-Staff Development Day for Montevideo Public Sc hools.
It's also opening night for our fall play, George Washington Slept Here! Our students have worked so hard, and we can’t wait to see them shine on stage.🌟 See you at the show!
The 4th graders have spent the past few weeks immersing themselves in the geography, history, culture, and economy of the northeast region, and their hard work culminated in a fantastic regional celebration. Students were able to play games, do crafts, and taste foods from this exciting region. Mrs. LaHaye’s class got to continue the celebration this week when a parent brought in homemade fluffernutter sandwiches for the class to taste. Our recent study of the Northeast wasn't the only creative activity happening in Mrs. LaHaye’s class! We also created several beautiful fall pumpkin art projects, bringing the rich colors and textures of autumn right into the classroom. The students explored several different artistic techniques, resulting in a diverse and impressive gallery of work! This week we will be learning about the southeast region and Veterans’ Day. We will be writing and sending letters of appreciation to Veterans.
Mrs. Sandven's class learned about 🪖🎖️Veterans Day by making a lapbook. We listened to a few short clips explaining the meaning of Veterans day and read "The Wall" by Eve Bunting. We explored the perspective of the book and how the book would change if told by a different character. Throughout the week we compared and contrasted Veterans Day to Memorial Day and learned about the different branches of the military🚁🛩️🪂⚓. The students also made decorations to display in the hallway to celebrate the upcoming Veteran's Day🦅.
Friday, October 31st is an Early Dismissal Day and End of Quarter 1.
Early dismissal schedule:
Ramsey 1:15 p.m.
Sanford 1:20 p.m.
MHS 1:25 p.m.
MMS 1:30 p.m.
Have a safe and Happy Halloween!
Mrs. Sannerud's Classroom Spotlight!
Earlier this week, we were able to send the Girls Tennis Team off to state with colorful posters and cheers!
We are wrapping up our Animal Classification Unit in reading and will soon celebrate with an exciting Escape Room activity! The students have done a great job classifying animals into their correct groups, identifying characteristics, and explaining what makes each group unique.
In math, students participated in review “scoot” activities, moving around the room to solve problems while learning to collaborate with partners. It’s been a week full of hands-on learning, teamwork, and lots of fun!
Safe Stops. Stronger Communities.
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!
Drivers:
Stay alert. Slow down in school zones and neighborhoods.
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.
Use quiet voices and stay seated while the bus is moving.
Thank your driver for getting you to and from school safely every day!
Together, we can make every ride a safe one!
#schoolbussafetyweek #safetyfirst
Taher is proud to be your school food service provider, and they want to know how they're doing. Please take a short survey, and let us know what you think of school lunch.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/V6VK88Z
Thank you in advance for your participation!
Wednesday, October 15th - Staff Development Day
Thursday, October 16th & Friday, October 17th - Fall Break
