The eNews is the official electronic newsletter of Mahtomedi High School. |
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| - January 31: Snowcoming Dance 8-11 pm
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February 3: MAEF Townie Tuesday at Lift Bridge Stillwater Taproom 5-9 pm
- February 4: Senior Class Meeting
- February 13: Teacher Professional Day - No School
- February 16: President's Day - No School
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February 17: Teacher Professional Day - No School
- February 18: PSEO/Online Information Meeting - More details will be shared in early February.
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This Issue's Top Highlights |
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Registration for the 2026â2027 school year will take place next week during Advisory. Please review the Course Registration Guide and discuss class options with your student. A PSEO/Online information meeting will be held on February 18. More details will be shared in early February. |
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Our Snowcoming formal is this Saturday! Tomorrow is the last day to purchase tickets on MHS ePay! Ticket sales will close at 1pm. Additional information about the dance is available below. |
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Spring Sports Registration begins February 2nd. Informational meetings will follow later this month. A current sports physical is required to register. |
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Principal's Spotlight on Learning |
Each month, Principal Justin Hahn spotlights learning happening at our school. This month, the Principal's spotlight focuses on passions and interests. |
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One of the key components of Mahtomediâs Portrait of a Graduate is self-awareness and self-direction. Within this area, we want to support students in developing a strong sense of self, including their passions, interests, strengths, and areas for growth. At Mahtomedi High School, this commitment comes to life through a wide range of opportunities that allow students to explore their passions and interests, helping them better understand who they are and where they want to grow.
Recently, Iâve seen these opportunities for future learning and career exploration on display in several activities. Our ninth-grade students recently participated in History Day as a part of our social studies curriculum. We observed student interests in both the topics they selected and the way they presented them. As a former history teacher, there were even project topics I had never heard about. We are also seeing our students express their interests and explore future careers through opportunities such as NASA HUNCH (students design products for NASA), Youth in Government (mock government operations held at the State Capitol), DECA (over 40 students recently qualified for State) and HOSA (students exploring medical careers). In these opportunities, we see students developing their public speaking skills, collaborating, and overcoming setbacks.
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Through intentional scheduling, student voice structures such as Student Cabinet, and staff modeling of careers and reading, Mahtomedi High School creates experiences that connect students' interests to real-world exploration. Our daily Flex time gives students the opportunity to explore a wide range of clubs and start their own, such as the recently launched LEGO club. Our Superintendentâs Student Cabinet includes 14 MHS students who have recently been exploring how we can better inform and connect students with the many enrichment and extracurricular activities offered in our school. Something students are noticing around our school are signs outside classrooms and offices called âZephyr Readsâ that note the book staff members are currently reading. In the near future, we will also display signs about first jobs to help students connect to career paths. Together, all of these experiences help students build the confidence and skills to take an active, purposeful role in their learning.
Principal Justin Hahn |
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| 916 Career & Tech Enrollment for 2026-27 |
MHS is fortunate to partner with the 916 Career and Tech Center (916 CTC), located on Century College's campus, to offer 11th and 12th-grade students a variety of hands-on, career-focused programs. The priority deadline for applying is tomorrow, January 30, 2026. While the form will remain open after this date, students who apply after January 30 will be placed on a waitlist.
For more information, please click here. To apply for the 916 program, click here.
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| 2026-27 Course Registration |
Registration for the 2026-2027 school year will be completed during advisory during the week of February 2-6.
The 2026-27 Mahtomedi High School Course catalog is available here and on the MHS website. This course registration guide provides valuable information to help you design your four years at Mahtomedi High School. As you begin the registration process, consider how the courses you select will help you shape your future, challenge you to explore new passions, and prepare you for your adult life beyond high school.
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Next Wednesday, February 4th, we will be meeting with the Class of 2026 during 3rd hour Advisory (9:50-10:25) in the Chautauqua Fine Arts Center Auditorium. We will be sharing important information about academics, graduation, and our end-of-year events to honor our Seniors. Seniors, please head to the CFAC immediately after 2nd hour so we can start the meeting on time.
On Wednesday afternoon, we will send a link to our meeting slideshow for those who are unable to attend due to illness, PSEO, or 916 classes. |
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Inside the Classroom: Business Pop Up |
The DECA class recently hosted a pop-up event with the Wild Bean, a local coffee shop located in Mahtomedi. The Wild Bean is owned and run by Maddie McMahon (Class of 2022), who started working there when she was in high school and fell in love with it.
The pop-up gave DECA students the chance to experience what it is like to run a real business. Students helped plan the event and worked with the Wild Bean team to serve drinks to students and staff. When talking with Ms. Dahl, DECA teacher, she shared why events like this are important for students, âIt's important for many reasons. Some of the DECA students got to work on it as a project, getting amazing experience. It was also a great partnership with the Wild Bean owner, Maddie. It really just sparks a positive vibe and just brings joy.â Her point was visible in how excited all the students were as they picked up their drinks and treats.
I also had the chance to talk with Maddie and asked her, "Why is it important for students to experience this kind of event?" She shared, âIt helps with learning how systems work and the communication that you have to use to make the systems work. Working as a team.â Her answer shows how hands-on experience like this helps students build real-world skills.
Overall, the DECA and wild bean pop-up was not only fun but also a valuable learning experience that connected students with a local business and helped them develop teamwork, communication, and entrepreneurship skills.
Written by Ila Erenz, Class of 2026 student at Mahtomedi High School and Mahtomedi Public Schools Communications Intern. |
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What did students learn during History Day? |
As a part of the social studies curriculum at Mahtomedi High School, students complete a History Day project. Students choose a topic related to the annual theme (this year the theme is revolution, reaction, and reform in history), research it, and present their findings in one of five presentation categories: Research Paper, Exhibit, Documentary, Performance, or Website. Click here to watch a video featuring Mahtomedi students sharing their learning experiences.
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Registration for the Spring Athletic Season |
Registration for the spring athletic season will open online on February 2nd. For more information, please visit GoZephyrs.org. Spring Athlete informational meetings will be held the week of February 23rd, with details to come soon.
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| Inside the Minds of Student Athletes During the State Championship |
The Mahtomedi Girls Soccer team secured its 12th State Championship in 2025 (a State record)! We caught up with several athletes from the State team. Hear from Anneliese Ulschmid (2027), Elise Aflakpi (2027), Harlow Berger (2026), and Kayla Poirier (2026) in this video about their experience during the Championship and what makes this team so special. Video by Ellie Driscoll, MHS Class of 2028 student and Mahtomedi Public Schools Communications Intern
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Mahtomedi Captains Give Us a Behind-the-Scenes Look at State |
The Mahtomedi High School Volleyball team, Section 4AAA Champions, competed at State this year, and the captains and class of 2026 students, Claire Crothers, Sahar Ramaley, Louisa Tarnowski, and Katie Hergenrader, shared with us their thoughts and a behind-the-scenes look at the experience in this video. Commitment, hard work, and community support are key to their success. Video by Ellie Driscoll, MHS Class of 2028 student and Mahtomedi Public Schools Communications Intern
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| Apply for an MAEF Post-Secondary Scholarship! |
Class of 2026, apply NOW for a MAEF Post-Secondary Scholarship. The application deadline is 11:59 pm on March 15, 2026. **Please note the deadline for the MAEF Community and Technical scholarship is 11:59 pm on April 24, 2026.
Click here for more information. Questions about Post-Secondary Scholarships? Please reach out to your school counselor. |
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Throughout the school year, MHS hosts opportunities for our students to visit with representatives from a variety of colleges, universities, trade/technical schools, and branches of the U.S. Military.
CLICK HERE to view Mahtomedi High School's upcoming College & Career visits. Questions about post-secondary options? Stop by the Counseling Office to make an appointment with your MHS Counselor. |
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Questions about post-secondary planning?
Please reach out to your MHS Counselor.
Ms. Erickson - Students with Last names A-D
Ms. Cole - Students with Last names E-K
Mr. Miley - Students with Last names L-Q
Mr. Akins - Students with Last names R-Z |
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| Carole Fargo Summer Enrichment Scholarship: Celebrating a Passion for the Visual Arts |
The application window for the Carole Fargo Summer Enrichment Scholarship is now open! This scholarship is available to students in grades Kâ11 from Mahtomedi Public Schools who demonstrate an interest and passion for the visual arts. The scholarship supports students in pursuing summer camps, workshops, or enrichment programs that foster creativity and artistic expression.
Click here to learn more and apply.
Application Window: January 5 â February 27, 2026 |
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