Today's back-to-school tip!
8 days ago, Mahnomen ISD #432
Today's back-to-school tip!
🎉 Welcome to Mahnomen Public School, Noah Monson!

We’re excited to introduce Noah Monson, our new Elementary Physical Education and Developmental Adapted Physical Education teacher!

Noah says he is most excited to meet the students and staff at Mahnomen — and we’re excited to have him join our school community!

Please help us give Noah a warm Mahnomen welcome as we get ready for a great school year!

#WeAreMahnomen #WelcomeToMahnomen #MahnomenPublicSchool
9 days ago, Mahnomen ISD #432
Meet Noah Monson, Mahnomen Public School’s new Elementary Physical Education and Developmental Adapted Physical Education teacher. The graphic features a photo of Noah outdoors holding a large fish. His quote reads, “I am most excited to meet the students and staff at Mahnomen!” The graphic includes the Mahnomen “M” logo and #WeAreMahnomen.
Don't forget! Back-to-school night is tonight from 4-7! Come meet the teachers and staff, see your classrooms, and much, much more! We hope to see everyone tonight!
9 days ago, Mahnomen ISD #432
Back-to-school Open House flyer for Mahnomen Public School featuring a green chalkboard background, colorful pencils, backpacks, and the school “M” logo. Open House is August 26, 2026, from 4–7 p.m. at Mahnomen Public School.
6 DAYS!

The classrooms are getting ready. The teachers are getting ready. Are YOU ready? 👀

We’re getting closer to the start of another great year at Mahnomen Public School!

Drop a 💙 in the comments if your family is ready for back-to-school!
9 days ago, Mahnomen ISD #432
The number six on a locker
Come be a part of Mahnomen School PTSO! Wednesday September 9th at 6:00 pm in Elementary Room 145.
9 days ago, Mahnomen ISD #432
Colorful Mahnomen School PTSO flyer inviting families to participate. The meeting is Wednesday, September 9 at 6:00 p.m. in Mahnomen Elementary Room 145. The flyer features a laptop, open book, and graduation cap. Those unable to attend can email vhaverkamp@mahnomen.k12.mn.us.
📢 NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION – SCHOOL BOARD

Mahnomen Public School District #432 will hold its School Board General Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Voters will elect three (3) School Board members to serve four-year terms.

Please review the official Notice of General Election below for the list of candidates, designated polling locations, voting hours, and voter registration information.

🗳️ Election Day: Tuesday, November 3, 2026
⏰ Polls Open: 7:00 AM–8:00 PM
9 days ago, Mahnomen ISD #432
Image of the official Notice of General Election for Mahnomen Independent School District #432. The election will be held Tuesday, November 3, 2026, to elect three School Board members to four-year terms. Candidates listed are Chris Otto, Michael Bunker, Cortney Pemberton, Ashley Neis, Morrissa Fanning, Dave Jurina, Andrew Hariluk, and Lacy Armstrong, with two write-in spaces. The notice also includes designated polling place and voter registration information.
Hello Mahnomen Families, we are getting ready for the 1st day of school and want to share our StopFinder update with you all. Email invites have started to roll out to families who have an email in Synergy, our student information system. If you did not get an email today, please come to open house and make sure one of the offices has an email on file for you! We will send out another round of invites on Friday to families who update their emails at open house on Wednesday, Aug. 25.

If you did get an email today, please log in so you will receive the next notification on how to set up GeoAlerts and be able to share StopFinder with others who you want to see your child's trips.
10 days ago, Mahnomen ISD #432
Smartphone displaying the Stopfinder school bus tracking app with a student’s morning and afternoon bus schedule, pickup and drop-off times, and a notification alert showing that the bus has arrived at home.
ONE WEEK! 🎉

Only 7 days until our hallways are filled with students again!

Now is a great time to start checking those back-to-school lists, finding the backpacks and getting back into those school-year routines.

We’ll see you soon, Mahnomen! 💙
10 days ago, Mahnomen ISD #432
The number seven made out of golf balls
Today's back-to-school tip!
10 days ago, Mahnomen ISD #432
Today's back-to-school tip!
We’re excited to introduce Lauryn Renner, our new High School Science Teacher!

Lauryn will be helping students explore the world of science, ask questions, make discoveries, and build their understanding through learning and hands-on experiences.
We’re excited to have Lauryn join Mahnomen Public School and look forward to all the learning and discovery happening in her classroom this year!

Please help us give Lauryn a warm welcome!
11 days ago, Mahnomen ISD #432
New staff highlight, Lauryn Renner
We’re excited to introduce Kelly Bristlin, our new 4th Grade Teacher!

Kelly will be helping our fourth graders learn, grow, explore new ideas, and build the skills they’ll carry with them throughout their education.

We’re excited to have Kelly join Mahnomen Public School and can’t wait for our students and families to get to know her!

Please help us give Kelly a warm welcome!
11 days ago, Mahnomen ISD #432
New staff highlight, Kelly Bristlin

School starts in 8 days! September 1st will be the start to a great school year at Mahnomen Public School!

11 days ago, Mahnomen ISD #432
rocks in the shape of the number 8
🏐🏈 Thunderbird Weekly Schedule!

We have another busy week of Thunderbird activities ahead! From practices and scrimmages to picture day, there are plenty of opportunities to get ready for the fall season.

📅 Be sure to check the schedule for times, locations, and bus information.

Good luck to all of our Mahnomen-Waubun athletes this week! Go Thunderbirds! ⚡️
11 days ago, Mahnomen ISD #432
Mahnomen-Waubun Thunderbirds weekly activities schedule for August 24–29. Monday, August 24: grades 9–12 volleyball scrimmage at Waubun at 9:00 a.m.; junior high volleyball practice in Waubun at 3:30 p.m.; junior high football practice in Mahnomen at 3:30 p.m.; elementary football in Mahnomen at 5:30 p.m. Friday, August 28: JV/Varsity volleyball scrimmage at RLCC in Oklee at 9:00 a.m., with bus times of 7:15 from Waubun and 7:30 from Mahnomen. Saturday, August 29: grades 9–12 football and cheerleading pictures in Mahnomen at 8:00 a.m., followed by a grades 9–12 football scrimmage in Mahnomen at 10:00 a.m.

🎒✏️ Back to School Open House is Almost Here! 🍎

Join us on Wednesday, August 26, from 4:00–7:00 PM at Mahnomen Public School as we kick off another exciting school year!

This is a great opportunity to:
📚 Meet teachers and staff
🏫 Visit classrooms
👋 Connect with classmates and families
🩵 Start the school year with Thunderbird pride!

We can't wait to welcome everyone back and help make the 2026–2027 school year a great one. See you on August 26! 7th grade / New Student Orientation will be held from 5:30-6:00 pm in the Mahnomen High School Library. this will be open to all new 7th graders and new students.

#MahnomenPublicSchool #ThunderbirdPride #BackToSchool #OpenHouse #ReadyToLearn

12 days ago, Mahnomen ISD #432
Graphic promoting Mahnomen Public School's Back to School Open House. A green chalkboard background is framed by colorful pencils across the top and backpacks along the bottom. The Mahnomen "M" logo appears in the upper left. Large white text reads "Back to School," with yellow text below reading "Open House." Event details state: August 26, 2026, from 4:00–7:00 PM at Mahnomen Public School.
Hey 5th and 6th grade football players!! Practice starts Monday Aug. 24th from 3:30 - 5:30 behind the press box in Mahnomen. We can't wait to see you on the field!
14 days ago, Mahnomen ISD #432
We’re excited to introduce Kati Andrs, our new High School English Language Arts Teacher!

Kati will be helping students strengthen their reading and writing skills, explore new ideas, and build confidence in expressing themselves both in and outside of the classroom.

We’re excited to have Kati join Mahnomen Public School and look forward to all she’ll bring to our students this year!

Please help us give Kati a warm welcome!
14 days ago, Mahnomen ISD #432
New staff highlight, Kati Andrs
We’re excited to introduce John Runningen, our new High School Social Studies Teacher!

John will be helping students explore history, understand the world around them, and make connections between the past and present.

We’re excited to have John join Mahnomen Public School and look forward to a great school year ahead!

Please help us give John a warm welcome!
14 days ago, Mahnomen ISD #432
New staff highlight, John Runningen
☕📖 Grab a cup of coffee and join us for another edition of What Our Staff Are Reading & Listening To!

Reading and listening are great ways to learn something new, relax, and explore different perspectives. Mrs. Bruce is enjoying some non-fiction and history books this summer.

❓What books, podcasts, or audiobooks are you and your family enjoying right now?
14 days ago, Mahnomen ISD #432
What our staff members are reading and listening to this week.
📵 School Mode starts September 1!

This school year, Mahnomen Public School is partnering with The Commons to help reduce phone distractions and create an environment where students can stay focused, connect with others, and be ready to learn.

✨ More focus in class
💬 More connection with others
🎓 More success every day

We know families may have questions about how School Mode will work. More information and download instructions will be shared soon!

Stay tuned as we get ready for a more focused and connected school year!
14 days ago, Mahnomen ISD #432
Graphic announcing that School Mode starts September 1 at Mahnomen Public School. The school is partnering with The Commons to reduce phone distractions and support student success. The graphic highlights more focus in class, more connection with others, and more success every day. Download instructions and additional details are coming soon.
🌫️🏈 FOGGY MORNING. FOOTBALL WEATHER.

The Thunderbirds were putting in the work this morning, even if we could barely see them through the fog! 👀

Every practice gets us one step closer to game time — and your first chance to catch the Mahnomen-Waubun Thunderbirds in action is coming up!

🏈 Varsity Football Scrimmage vs. Barnesville
📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM

Mark your calendars, grab your morning coffee, and come out to get your first look at the Thunderbirds this season! 💪🏈

#ThunderbirdPride #MahnomenWaubun #ThunderbirdFootball
14 days ago, Mahnomen ISD #432
Graphic promoting the Mahnomen-Waubun Thunderbirds varsity football scrimmage on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. The graphic features the Thunderbirds and opposing team logos along with a photo of Thunderbird football players practicing on a foggy field.