Minot Public Schools

Our next Magic Moment was shared by Ms. Cook, music teacher at Longfellow Elementary. In her first year of teaching, she led two successful concerts, including a wonderful spring musical with Longfellow 5th graders! 🎶

Their dancing, singing, and line memorization were impressive, and it was clear they owned their learning while having fun on stage. Ms. Cook is so proud to be their teacher! 🤗

ICYMI: Minot North High School and Minot High School students earned top honors at the Minot Regional Science Olympiad and advanced to the state competition! 🔬
North placed 2nd overall in Division C, and MHS students also earned top finishes in several events. Congratulations to our students and coaches on this outstanding achievement!

Read the full story: https://www.minotdailynews.com/news/local-news/2026/03/area-students-advance-to-state-science-competition/

During Military Appreciation Month, we proudly recognize the service of military members and the resilience of their families. The experiences and perspectives they bring enrich our classrooms and strengthen our school community. 💜

We appreciate the sacrifices made every day in service of our nation.

Our 2025-26 Magic Moments continue with kindergarten students in Ms. Holm’s class at Dakota Elementary! ✨

These young writers have grown so much in their reading, writing, and understanding of how to put their ideas on paper. Ms. Holm is so proud of the progress they have made this year!

MPS families explored, created, and learned together during the hands-on Bloom and Build event held on April 30! 🤩

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month!

Strong mental health supports success in learning, relationships, and everyday life. If students ever need someone to talk to or help navigating a challenge, our school counselors are always here to listen and support. 🤝

Happy Mother’s Day to the incredible moms in our community. We hope you have an amazing day! 💐

Another Minot Moment during the 2025-26 school year was STARBASE at North Plains Elementary! 💪

Despite a year of challenges, including budget constraints, government closures, and limited staffing, STARBASE delivered for every classroom scheduled.

Students dove into hands-on STEAM experiments and challenges, building skills, confidence, and curiosity along the way. And the impact speaks for itself: Summer Academy spots filled fast, showing just how much our 5th graders and families value this program!

We look forward to another fantastic year of STARBASE!

ICYMI: Our middle schools are celebrating big gains in student achievement! 📣

The latest ND A+ assessment results show strong year-over-year improvement in reading scores. Erik Ramstad and Jim Hill Middle Schools both jumped into the top 10 statewide—joining Memorial Middle School, which earned the #1 ranking in North Dakota.

These results highlight the dedication of our students, staff, and families and the continued focus on academic success across our district! 🌟

Read the full story: https://www.minotdailynews.com/news/local-news/2026/04/minot-principals-say-test-scores-tell-rest-of-the-story/

Happy National School Nurses Day! 🩺

Today, we recognize the professionals who show up every day ready to care for our students with skill and heart. Their work promotes a safe and healthy learning environment for everyone.

THANK YOU, school nurses!

As the school year comes to a close, we are celebrating the 2025-26 school year with Minot Moments! 🤩

In Miss Brackenbury’s class at Washington Elementary, students brought learning to life by designing and testing their own windmills, exploring how different fan speeds impact energy in a hands-on way.

To take it even further, students connected with real engineers over Zoom! They asked questions and were able to see potential future careers in action.

Moments like these are what make learning unforgettable!