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Mahtomedi Public Schools
Upcoming Events
Now-Until Nov. 3: Early Voting available
October 2: Zephyr Get Together (4:30-7 pm) at Pine Tree Apple Orchard
October 3: Football Game Homecoming Celebration (7pm)
October 7: Community Lunch 12-1 pm at District Education Center (register by September 30 at noon)
October 7: Referendum Learning Session 5:30 pm at Mahtomedi High School Media Center
October 11: PunkinMania 9 am-3 pm at Veteran’s Memorial Park
October 26: Trunk-or-Treat at the Wildwood Parking Lot, 2-5 pm
October 29: Referendum Learning Session 5:30 pm at Mahtomedi High School Media Center
October 30: Family Literacy Night 6:30-7:30 pm at Wildwood Elementary
This Issue's Top Highlights
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Connect with other Mahtomedi families at the Zephyr Get Together (4:30-7 pm) at Pine Tree Apple Orchard.
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Join us for the next Community Referendum Learning Session on October 7 at 5:30 pm at Mahtomedi High School.
District News
Superintendent Update
On September 22, Superintendent Barb Duffrin shared an update with the Mahtomedi School Board about activities around the district, recent awards and recognition, as well as upcoming district events. For more information, you can review the presentation slides or watch the video here.
Advancing Excellence. Building the Future.
Mahtomedi Public Schools will hold a two-question referendum on November 4 - one for operating revenue and one for facility improvements. Question 1 is an operating levy that would provide $575 per student to maintain class sizes, preserve academic programs, and support long-term financial stability. Question 2 is a $28 million bond for district-wide safety, security, and infrastructure improvements, modern learning spaces, ADA-compliant fine arts updates, and athletic upgrades. This video with Mahtomedi School Board Director Paul Donna explains the financial pressures our school district is facing and why Mahtomedi Public Schools is holding a referendum on November 4, 2025. To learn more, visit our referendum web page at www.mahtomedi.k12.mn.us/elections
In this video, hear from Adam Gemuenden, Facilities & Maintenance Manager at Mahtomedi Public Schools, and learn more about the projects included in the referendum. If approved, the facilities bond would improve safety, security, and learning spaces across the district, including secure entrances, critical HVAC upgrades, and updates to reduce hallway crowding and modernize learning spaces. The passage of Question 2 is contingent upon the passage of Question 1.
Early Voting and Absentee Voting are terms that are used interchangeably. All eligible Minnesota voters can vote early, either in person or by mail, without needing to provide a reason. Early voting is a great option for busy families! Click here for times and locations.
Mahtomedi Public Schools and Mahtomedi Community Education are offering free childcare on October 3 from 3-5pm so families can early vote. Click here to sign up for free childcare for early voting.
Thank you, Mahtomedi School Board!
September is Minnesota School Board Recognition Month, and we want to acknowledge the vital role our School Board plays in our school community. We are grateful for their commitment and support of our students, staff, and community. We asked our School Board members to reflect on the community partnerships and moments that inspire them most. Click here to read the comments they shared. Thank you to Stacey Stout (Chair), Kelly Reagan (Vice Chair/Clerk), Ryan Domin (Treasurer), Paul Donna (Director), Jenny Peterson (Director), and Drew Whitson (Director).
Emergency Protocols
If emergencies arise in any of our school buildings, all of our schools use a standardized set of protocols to ensure our staff and students know what type of emergency is occurring and how to respond. The use of these protocols is in partnership with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office and is intended to make emergency information clear for staff, students, and families. Please click here to review the information shared with families.
Open Positions at Mahtomedi Public Schools
Joining our team at Mahtomedi Public Schools means becoming part of a community dedicated to providing exceptional education and support to all students. Click here for a full list of open positions and more information
Student Support Services
O.H. Anderson Elementary School: Special Education Paraprofessional
Middle School: ELL Paraprofessional
High School: AVID Tutor/Academic Support
Teaching Positions
O.H. Anderson Elementary School: 5th Grade Teacher - Long Term Sub
Middle School: Special Education Teacher
High School: Business Teacher (.5FTE)
Wildwood Elementary School: Elementary Music Teacher - Long Term Sub
Community Education
Middle School: Volleyball Coaches
Mahtomedi Adventure Club (MAC) School Age Care Site Lead
Facilities: District: Night Lead Custodian
Community Education Community Lunch
Interested in connecting further with your community? We would love to see you at our next Community Lunch, hosted by Mahtomedi Community Education! This event is all about great food, conversation, and live entertainment for residents of all ages. The October lunch is catered by Donatelli’s, and music will be provided by local harpist Laurie Leigh. Click here to register by the September 30th deadline.
Upcoming School Board Meetings
Meetings are held at the Mahtomedi District Education Center
October 13: 5:30 pm Study Session
October 27: 5:30 pm Policy Committee, 7 pm Regular Meeting
Principals Spotlight on Learning
Each month, our principals share a "Spotlight on Learning" in school eNews. Read the spotlights below to learn about community and partnerships in our schools.
Wildwood Elementary School: Read the Wildwood Spotlight to learn how the Mahtomedi Elementary PTO partners to provide events, new equipment, field trips, and celebrate our staff.
O.H. Anderson (OHA) Elementary School: Read the OHA Spotlight to learn how the Mahtomedi Area Educational Foundation (MAEF) partnered with the school to provide a new playground.
Mahtomedi Middle School (MMS): Read the MMS Spotlight to learn about the implementation of AVID and how families might be hearing about the strategies when they ask, "How was school today?"
Mahtomedi High School (MHS): Read the MHS Spotlight to learn about how families, students, and teachers have come together in many ways to support one another and build a connected Zephyr community.
Around the District
Excellence in Action Spotlights
Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram to see the great things happening every day around our district! Check out the spotlights below to see excellence in action at Mahtomedi Public Schools.
⭐️Congratulations to our Class of 2026 Merit Scholars! Semi-Finalists: Amber Becker, Layla Befidi, Anna Cosby, and Taelin Richmond Commended Scholar: Teagan McCloy. See photos and videos from the recognition here.
⭐️When you think of a Socratic seminar, you may think of a college-level conversation type, but it’s already happening in fourth grade. Watch this video to see what it looks like in action.
⭐️Did you know Mahtomedi Community Education recently partnered with the Minnesota DNR to offer Family Fishing Nights at Lost Lake? By teaching both kids and adults how to fish, these sessions create shared memories and strengthen community bonds. Click here to get a behind-the-scenes look at this program!
⭐️Congratulations to Justin Gominsky (Class of 2008), Brent Borgen (Class of 2003), and the 1982 Girls Gymnastics Team on being named as 2025 Mahtomedi Hall of Fame Honorees! Click here to learn more about the honorees.
⭐️This summer, students in our Mahtomedi Adventure Club School-Age Care Program through Mahtomedi Community Education volunteered to help our custodians, Mr. Dan and Mr. PJ, with a special service-learning project on the grounds of Wildwood Elementary School. Click here to learn about the strong spirit of volunteerism in our young learners!
Get Involved with Our Partners
Mahtomedi Elementary PTO
Save these important dates:
October 8: PTO meeting @ OHA 7-8pm
October 14-24: OHA Bookfair
October 26: Trunk-or-Treat @ WW Parking Lot 2-5pm
Trunk or treat- The PTO is looking for volunteers to decorate vehicle trunks and hand out candy at our upcoming trunk-or-treat event. The event will take place in the parking lot at Wildwood on Sunday, September 26th from 2-5pm. Vehicles set up will begin at 1pm. Vehicles need to be registered here by October 15th.
FUN RUN- The PTO is still accepting donations for our biggest fundraiser of the year. Fun Run funds help support discretionary spending for teachers, specialists, and principals, teacher hospitality, assemblies and music programming, field trip subsidies, school events like Nature Day and Field Day and enrichment programs such as Art Adventure, Missoula Children’s Theatre. We also fund special requests—like the Lü System and adaptive climbing wall at Wildwood and various other items. Click here for the many ways to donate.
Secondary Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers needed in 2025-26 for MMS and MHS! Click the links below to get involved. Gratitude Carts for MMS and MHS will start in November. Watch for sign-ups in October!
Mahtomedi Middle School General Volunteer Sign Up
MMS October Staff Appreciation Meal Volunteer Sign Up
Mahtomedi High School Gratitude Cart Sign Up
Mahtomedi Area Educational Foundation (MAEF)
MAEF Zephyr Get Together
Join MAEF for a fun-filled evening at the 3rd Annual Zephyr Get Together at Pine Tree Apple Orchard! Connect with Mahtomedi Public Schools families while enjoying live music, food, activities, and more!
When: Thursday, October 2
Time: 4:30 – 7:00 PM
Where: Pine Tree Apple Orchard
Tickets just $5 per person — kids 2 and under get in free!
Click here for more info and to purchase tickets.
Area Events and Opportunities
Mahtomedi Fastpitch Association: Last chance! Registration is closing soon for the Spring/Summer season (10U and up). Evaluations are on October 4th and 5th. Visit www.mahtomedifastpitch.org to learn more and register.
Sailing: Did you know that sailing is a sport offered at Mahtomedi High School? It is open to students in grades 7 through 12. Join sailing and participate in a team sport where you learn to race. No experience is necessary to join the team, and all equipment is provided. Click here to learn more.
Scouting: St. Jude Pack 433 (boys and girls) and Troop 433 (boys) are welcoming new Scouts in grades K-12. Click here to learn more.
About eNews
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The next issue of the District eNews will be published on November 2, 2025. Would you like to submit content for inclusion in our District eNews? Email Alice Seuffert at communications@isd832.net
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