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2023 MAPS Parade of Graduates
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For more information about this news release contact Melanie Helling, Communications Coordinator at 507-387-1868.

 

MANKATO - The 2023 Parade of Graduates will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 2. Students from Central, East, and West high schools will be visiting their respective elementary schools district wide for a walk-through celebration of congratulations with staff and students who have a common goal of graduation. 

 

Media are invited to a news-interview-photo-video opportunity at the following sites:

Hoover Elementary School, 1524 Hoover Drive, North Mankato or

Eagle Lake Elementary School, 500 LeSueur Avenue, Eagle Lake

 

For more information contact staff at 507-387-1868.

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Mankato Area Public Schools Announces Free Summer Meals Program for Children and Teens
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For more information about this news release contact Melanie Helling, Communications Coordinator at 507-387-1868.

 

MANKATO - Mankato Area Public Schools is pleased to announce its Free Summer Meals Program, providing nutritious meals to all children and teenagers aged 18 and younger throughout the summer season. The program aims to ensure that no child goes hungry during the summer break and is open to all, regardless of their socioeconomic status.

 

From June 12th to August 18th (excluding July 3rd to 5th), children and teens can enjoy free breakfast and lunch at various locations across the city. The meal hours are as follows: breakfast from 7:30 am to 8:30 am and lunch from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. It's important to note that meals must be consumed on-site, and pick-ups are not permitted.

 

The following sites will be serving meals during the program:

 

 

  • Eagle Lake Elementary (Door 2)
  • East High School (Door 1 or 20)
  • Franklin Elementary (Door 6)
  • Hoover Elementary (Door 2)
  • Kennedy Elementary (Door 3)
  • Monroe Elementary (Door 3) - Open from June 12th to July 21st (Closed July 3rd-7th)
  • Prairie Winds Middle School (Door 1) - Open from June 12th to August 11th (Closed July 3rd-7th)
  • Rosa Parks Elementary (Door 3) - Breakfast from 7:30 am to 8:30 am, Lunch from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
  • Washington Elementary (Door 3)
  • West High School (Door 1)

 

 

The Free Summer Meals Program is sponsored by Mankato Area Public Schools' Nutrition Service. 

 

For further information, please contact the Nutrition Service at 507-388-7442.

 

"We are excited to offer free summer meals to children and teenagers in our community," said Darcy Stueber, Director of Nutrition Services at Mankato Area Public Schools. "We understand the importance of providing nutritious meals during the summer break, and this program ensures that every child has access to healthy food throughout the summer months."

 

The Free Summer Meals Program at Mankato Area Public Schools is an equal opportunity provider. This initiative aligns with the organization's commitment to promoting the well-being and success of all students, regardless of their circumstances. For more information about the program and to view the complete list of meal locations and schedules, please visit https://www.isd77.org/discover-maps/departments/food-services.

 

For media inquiries, please contact:

Melanie Helling

Communications Coordinator

Mankato Area Public Schools

507-387-1868

 

For more information contact staff at 507-387-1868.

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MAPS School Board Work Session 5/22/23
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For more information about this news release contact Melanie Helling, Communications Coordinator at 507-387-1868.

 

MANKATO - The Mankato Area Public School Board will hold a work session at 5:00 p.m., Monday, May 22 in the cafeteria at Mankato West High School, 1351 Riverfront Drive.  The School Board and district leadership team will review the strategic roadmap and launch the next phase of the strategic planning process.

 

For more information contact staff at 507-387-1868.

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MAPS Central High School Reassignment
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For more information about this news release contact Melanie Helling, Communications Coordinator at 507-387-1868.

 

MANKATO - We are pleased to announce that Marti Sievek will be our next administrator at Central High School.  Mr. Sievek currently serves as the assistant principal at Mankato East High School for Mankato Area Public Schools (MAPS). Previously, he served as Interim Teaching and Learning Director. Prior to his administrative experience, he was the Professional Development Coordinator, Tech Integration Specialist, and a Spanish Teacher in the MAPS High Schools. He has a passion for transformative educational experiences and sees this opportunity at Central as an honor and privilege. Marti is thrilled to join the talented and committed team at Central and provide leadership and support to the students and families of Central.  

 

With Marti’s move to Central, Brian Hansen will be assigned to another administration role in MAPS that is yet to be determined.  Brian is a valuable member of the MAPS leadership team, and we look forward to sharing where he will continue to positively impact our school system in the near future.

 

They will begin their new duties on July 1, 2023.

 

For more information contact staff at 507-387-1868.

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