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DISTRICT HEADLINES
Garlough Elementary teacher selected a state-level finalist for PAEMST award. Congratulations to kindergarten science teacher Polly Saatzer, who is one of three state-level finalists. [read more]
Henry Sibley 2010 graduate awarded The Congressional Award Gold Medal. Congratulations, Hannah Nemer! [read more]
School Board approves ballot question for November operating levy. The one question referendum will renew for an additional ten years an existing levy that is slated to expire in 2012, as well as increase the district's levy authority to the state maximum. [read more]
Henry Sibley average ACT scores rise in 2010, remain above state average. The average ACT composite score of Henry Sibley students that took the exam was 23.5 out of 36 in 2010, an increase from 23.4 in 2009. [read more]
Despite AYP identification, majority of District 197 students rise to the challenge. District plans additional interventions and instructional strategies to ensure success for all. [read more]
District science scores show moderate improvements; New program will bring more science instruction to middle school. The release of the 2010 Science Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment (MCA) results indicate that overall, District 197 students are showing moderate gains in their science comprehension and skills. [read more]
District 197 receives wellness grants to promote healthy lifestyles for students. These grants from Dakota County for the 2010-2011 school year cover Wellness Site Leader stipends, a contracted Registered Dietitian, an Active Recess grant, and additional "mini-grants" for individual school wellness projects. [read more]
For the second year in a row, Sibley makes Newsweek's annual ranking of best public high schools in the country. Only 6% of high schools in the U.S. earn this distinction. Sibley was also named among the top 25 high schools in Minnesota. [read more] (Newsweek)
State recognizes District 197 for fiscal accountability. Award demonstrates good stewardship of taxpayer money. [read more]
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Back to School Events
Click here for a list of back to school events. See specific schools for details.
First Day of School
- Tuesday, Sept. 7 (grades K-9)
- Wednesday, Sept. 8 (grades 10-12)
Board Study/Work Session
Sat., Aug. 28, 9:00 a.m.-12 Noon
West Heights ALC
Meeting Agenda
School Board Business Meeting
Wed., Sept. 8
Mendota Heights City Hall
Meeting Agenda
- Public Comments 5 p.m.
- Business Meeting 6 p.m.
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