Notice of General Election Independent School District NO 239
Rushford-Peterson welcomes new teachers
By Wanda Hanson Rushford-Peterson School is welcoming two new teachers this year, Jacob Kramer and Alex Smothers. Mr. Kramer actually student taught biology last spring with the teacher he now has replaced; as a result, although he is a first year teacher, he knows many of the students already. He enjoys the great community of teachers, staff, and students, noting that R-P has … [Read more...]
MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF THE SCHOOL BOARD INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT #239
MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF THE SCHOOL BOARD INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT #239 The regular meeting of the Rushford-Peterson School District #239 was called to order by Chairperson John Linder at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, July 20, 2020, at the Rushford-Peterson Schools Forum Room, 1000 Pine Meadows Lane, Rushford, MN 55971. Members Present: Chris Grindland, Valarie Howe, … [Read more...]
R-P adopts return to school plan
After determinations for procedures and guidelines by the state, districts are beginning to roll out plans for the return to school for the 2020-2021 school year. Rushford-Peterson School District has been discussing the options for months and clear, concise state recommendations were expected, but are leaving the outlook, as Superintendent Jon Thompson noted, “Clear as … [Read more...]
R-P Schools goal: In-person school, done safely
By Wanda Hanson When the Rushford-Peterson School Board met Monday, July 20, two community members addressed the board during the public comments portion of the meeting. Leandra Duneman politely requested, “I ask you to find the safest way possible to educate our students in person. I don’t want anyone to babysit my kids — they need an education.” Concerned about older … [Read more...]
Rushford-Peterson begins reopening process, adopts COVID plan
It’s been a rough few months for R-P students and staff, as the school year was modified to crisis distance learning and facilities closed to in-person instruction for the coronavirus pandemic. While district administrator Jon Thompson previously praised the state for giving districts eight days to switch gears, unknowns remain as the district attempts to follow new and … [Read more...]
MiEnergy Cooperative awards $30,000 in scholarships
MiEnergy Cooperative awarded $30,000 in scholarships to 60 local high school students who exemplify commitment to their local community. MiEnergy’s scholarship program reflects the core cooperative principle of commitment to community by recognizing high school seniors who demonstrate cooperative spirit through service to others. The scholarships are funded through unclaimed … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Journal – Notice of bid for gasoline
Fillmore County Journal – Notice of bid for milk
Notice of bid for bread products
Rushford-Peterson School Minutes 4/20/20
MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF THE SCHOOL BOARD INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT #239 The regular meeting of the Rushford-Peterson School District #239 was called to order by Chairperson John Linder at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, April 20, 2020 virtually via Zoom. Members Present: Chris Grindland, Valarie Howe, Joyce Iverson, John Linder, Jeff Michel, Bonnie Prinsen, & Kathy … [Read more...]
Rushford-Peterson Schools
Tracy Agrimson 2 years, ECSE Jordan Aug 5 years, MS Social Studies Brenda Bergan 18 years, MS Special Education Daniel Bieberdorf 7 years, MS Math Crystal Bieberdorf 21 years, MS/HS Spanish Lisa Boyum 5 years, 6th Grade Carissa Breuer 5 years, Elementary Special Education Teresa Brown 33 years, Elementary P.E./ Adaptive … [Read more...]
Athlete of the Decade
R-P distance learning getting high marks
The Monday, April 20 Rushford-Peterson School Board, like most board meetings now, was held virtually via Zoom. All board directors were in attendance, as well as Superintendent Jon Thompson and Administrative Assistant Laura Hahn. The meeting kicked off with a brief discussion regarding procedures for the new online format. It was noted that all meetings will be recorded and … [Read more...]