Sleepy Eye Public Schools

08/24/2026

What an awesome first day of school! Our students took every single change in stride today and made it a total success!

Here is a look at what made day one so special:
Morning Recess: After breakfast and before classes kicked off, students enjoyed a short, supervised outdoor recess to burn off some morning energy.

Welcome Assembly: We gathered as a school community to officially launch the new year and introduce our new principal, Mrs. Wagelie!

Storm Squads Launch: Every student and staff member was placed into one of four new Storm Squads:

🔴 Sleet Storm
🟡 Rain Storm
🔵 Snow Storm
🟢 Hail Storm

Throughout the year, squads will earn points by living out our school-wide expectations to BE THE STORM:

S – Self-Control
T – Take Responsibility
O – On-Time & Ready
R – Respect
M – Make a Positive Impact

We are so proud of our students and can't wait for an incredible year ahead!

08/19/2026

What a busy and inspiring start to the school year at Sleepy Eye Schools!

Workshop week kicked off in the best way possible—by celebrating our incredible team! We recognized our newest team members alongside dedicated staff marking 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25 years of service. A massive, well-deserved congratulations to Kate Nelson for being named Teacher of the Year!

We also want to give two very special shout-outs:

To our community: Thank you to everyone who came out for Open House last night! We had a fantastic turnout and loved seeing all the familiar and new faces.

To the Sleepy Eye Chamber: Thank you so much for treating our team to a wonderful breakfast and making our staff feel so welcomed back!

Workshop week is officially in full swing, and we can’t wait for an amazing year ahead!

08/18/2026

🧡🖤 SHOW YOUR STORM PRIDE! 🖤🧡

Sleepy Eye Public School Storm apparel is now available to the public! 🎉 There are lots of options for the whole family, including T-shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts, hats, blankets, water bottles, backpacks, and more!

This is a school fundraiser! A portion of every purchase goes back to support Sleepy Eye Public School.

There is NO DEADLINE to order, so shop whenever it works for you!

📱 Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit:
https://www.storessimple.com/3jaxdesign/groupproducts.php?prodgroup_id=43844&prodgroupbypass=true

Flyers will be available at open house tonight!

⚡ Show your Storm pride and support our school! ⚡

08/18/2026

Ready to kick off an incredible new school year? Join us for our annual Open House, meet your teachers, drop off your supplies, and show your school spirit!

Open House Schedule
Elementary: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
High School: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Elementary School Pictures will take place from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM in the building, so make sure your little ones come dressed to impress and ready to smile!

We can't wait to see all our students and families back in the hallways. Let's gear up and make this year unforgettable

08/17/2026

🌩️ SLEEPY EYE STORM APPAREL IS OFFICIALLY AVAILABLE! 🌩️

Sleepy Eye Storm Clothing is officially open for orders! There are SO many options to choose from, including clothing and non-clothing items for students, staff, families, and Storm fans of all ages.

A portion of the funds will be given back to our school from the orders placed!

Check out the full collection and grab your Storm gear here:
https://www.storessimple.com/3jaxdesign/groupproducts.php?prodgroup_id=43844&prodgroupbypass=true

Be sure to check it out—there’s something for everyone! 🌩️

LET’S SHOW OUR STORM PRIDE!

08/14/2026

Welcome Back!
As we gear up for the upcoming Fall Activities Season, we wanted to send out a few news items:
1. Activity Registration – we are using a new platform this year. Follow the directions on the attached flyer. You are able to pay either online through BOUND or we will accept Cash/Check brought in to the High School Office. Fees are listed on the School Website and BOUND.
· Physicals – if you know the dates of their last physical, enter the date in. If
you do not, we can enter it. If recently completed a physical, please either scan
or take a picture to upload into BOUND. We will still collect the physical sheet in
the High School Office.
· ALL students need to be registered and paid by FRIDAY, AUGUST 21st
2. We are going Cashless at the Gate for all Home events – You have the opportunity to pay ahead of time through the BOUND Sports app or use a card at the gate! Many schools in the conference and area are also going this route. Concession Stands will be accepting cash, check or card.
3. Activity Pass – information was sent out in the Back to School Packet. We are no longer doing paper Activity Passes. You can purchase an activity pass through BOUND following this link - https://www.gobound.com/mn/schools/sleepyeye/tickets
· Click Buy Now by Sleepy Eye Storm Activity Pass 2026-2027 - Choose the pass you would like to purchase - Fill in the information - Pay online for your Activity Pass.
· You should see a QR Code under My Passes on the Main Menu on the App. Show the QR Code at all Home Events for the Ticket Taker to scan.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Sydney Geiger at [email protected]

08/12/2026

Baord Meeting 8/12/2026

08/12/2026

🌟 Community Partners Wanted! 🌟

We are starting to build a community partner list for a special Community Hobby Day at Sleepy Eye Elementary!

Our goal is to connect our students with community members, local businesses, organizations, and individuals who are willing to share a hobby, talent, skill, career, or passion with our students.

We are hoping to plan this event for mid-fall or winter, and right now we are looking to build our list of potential partners so we can see what kinds of experiences we can offer our students.

🎨 Art & crafts
🌱 Gardening
🐄 Agriculture & animals
🎵 Music
🧁 Cooking & baking
🔨 Woodworking & building
📸 Photography
🏀 Sports & fitness
🏕️ Outdoor activities
🧪 STEM & science
📚 Reading & storytelling
🧶 Sewing & fiber arts
🎮 Games
…and so much more!

You don't have to be a professional—we're looking for people who are passionate about what they do and would enjoy sharing that passion with kids!

If you are interested in being a potential community partner, please reach out to me or comment below. We would love to start building our list!

More details and a date will be shared once we have a better idea of community participation.

Let's give our students opportunities to try something new, learn from others, and build connections with our amazing community! 🌩️✨

Contact: [email protected]

08/11/2026

HELP US STOCK THE SLEEPY EYE PUBLIC SCHOOL CARE CLOSET!

Our Care Closet provides students and families with items they may need, including personal care products, snacks, easy-to-make meals, shoes, school supplies, and much more.

We are so grateful for the incredible support our school community has already shown! ❤️

If you would like to help, there are two easy ways to see what is currently needed:

🛍️ Join our Care Closet Facebook Group to see current needs and updates:
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1PdNNUhHmG/

📦 Shop our Amazon Wish List and have items sent directly for the Care Closet:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3GDZ562F1RD27?ref_=wl_share&content_source=fb&fb_content_id=Q9-wBQE9PpCUhxvf5FRKxBeqcklfyssUH8l_7IjUAwg7jjflcDABcggO48jUjCPxcQ&channel_type=fb&fbclid=IwY2xjawToNmNwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMTRjaml2dHZIQnF4V095SGdzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe98PlekxQiybcQfbaqMuD3nhmsmJYSh3hBRk-XnkC3pTiYLIh8nlCw-e9VsM_aem_bVPKEB9ishQSwb6QuRvz-g

Every donation—big or small—helps make sure our students have what they need to learn, grow, and succeed. 💙

Thank you for helping us care for our students and support our community!

08/07/2026

Now Hiring: Elementary Special Education Paraprofessional! 💛✨

Looking for a career where every day makes a real difference? We’re looking for a compassionate, enthusiastic Special Education Para to join our elementary team!

Why you’ll love it:
Work school-day hours (no late nights or weekends!)
Make a direct impact on kids who need you most
Be part of an incredibly supportive school community

What you’ll do:
Assist teachers in supporting student growth and learning
Provide 1-on-1 and small group support
Celebrate the small wins that mean everything

No formal teaching degree required—just patience, heart, and a passion for helping students succeed.

Click the link below to apply

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