District 196 high school students who challenged themselves by taking College in the Schools (CIS) courses during the 2023-24 school year earned a combined 3,966 college credits valued at more than $3.1 million, according to a report released by the University of Minnesota’s College in the Schools program.
District 196 earned the Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Association of School Business Officials International (ASBO) for the 22nd year in a row.
The Minnesota Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (MAFCS) is thrilled to announce Mia Battistone as the 2025 Teacher of the Year (TOY). Mia, an exceptional Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) educator, has been recognized for her outstanding dedication to her students, innovative teaching methods, and commitment to advancing FCS education in Minnesota.
Leah Gardner has been elected to fill the open seat on the District 196 School Board in the Nov. 5 Special School Board election.
At the Regular School Board meeting on November 4, the District 196 School Board approved changes to the elementary school attendance areas to alleviate overcrowding in elementary schools in the southern portion of the district.
In the event of inclement weather, we will use our mass notification system to call, text, and email all staff and parents.
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