Through frigid winters and hot sunny days across dirt roads and multi-lane highways, from the early morning to late at night, Minnesota’s school bus drivers safely transport over 682,000 students to and from school. Take time to thank your bus drivers today: Minnesota’s school bus drivers provide an incredible service to our students and communities. They are each responsible for the safety of dozens of children and support the success of our students and their families. Minnesota's school bus drivers play a crucial role in our school systems and are important figures in children’s lives. They are often the first and last school representatives our students see each day, setting a positive tone for their learning experience. Their safe and timely services positively influence students' educational experience. Thanks to the rigorous safety standards for bus drivers and their vehicles, students are nearly eight times safer riding to and from school in a school bus than in cars. The school bus system is the largest form of mass transit in Minnesota. School districts throughout Minnesota are seeking dedicated professionals to serve in these fulfilling roles. Minnesota appreciates school bus drivers and recognizes the invaluable contributions they make to public education and student safety. Today, we recognize these worthy professionals. THEREFORE, TIM WALZ, Governor of Minnesota, proclaims Wednesday, February 19, 2025, as: SCHOOL BUS DRIVER APPRECIATION
4 months ago, Briana Lukenbill
Mora School Bus Drivers pose for a group photo
Some Mora students made thank you cards for our route drivers
Mora Public Schools will be closed Tuesday, February 18, due to dangerously cold wind chills. Mustang Care and after school activities are cancelled.
5 months ago, Briana Lukenbill
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5 months ago, Mora Elementary
Preschool registration will begin on March 4th at 8:00 AM. Paper applications will be available on February 18th for pick up at the Mora Early Childhood Office door A4. Online applications will not be available until 8:00 AM on March 4th. For more information contact Carrie or Nikki in the Early Childhood Office at 320-679-6225
5 months ago, Nicole Stamper
Mora Preschool RegistrationApplications will be ready on Feb. 18th. Registration Day is March 4th @ 8:00 AM How To Register for Preschool: Complete a paper application or online application and return in to the Mora Early Childhood Office at Mora Elementary Submit a copy of your child's birth certificate Pay the 25$ application fee either in the early childhood office or online If you choose to apply for a scholarship fill out the application included and someone from the early childhood office will contact you this spring for more information needed. 3 year old preschool children must be 3 on or before Sept. 1st 2025 4 year old preschool children must be 4 on or before Sept. 1st 2025 program features developmentally appropriate curriculum. play based learning, outdoor play, experience mora elementary and prepare for kindergarten 3206796225
Please see the attached parent education session. We hope to see you there! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cN3798DHbXByhT9ij_Xa4E-eAyKxsRLg/view?usp=sharing
5 months ago, Briana Lukenbill
There will be no school for President's Day on Monday, February 17th. Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 18th.
5 months ago, Briana Lukenbill
No School on Monday, February 17th, 2025 for Presidents Day.
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5 months ago, Mora Elementary
We have some spots left for our Home Maintenance Parenting Class, child care is available during this class. Session 1 is coming up on February 24th! Call 320-679-6225 to pre-register!
5 months ago, Nicole Stamper
Home Maintenance parenting class flyer
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Early Childhood January Family Focus
5 months ago, Nicole Stamper
January Family Focus It's important for children to learn from their mistakes because it fosters crucial life skills like resilience, problem-solving, critical thinking, and self-confidence. allowing them to grow and adapt to challenges by understanding that mistakes are a natural part of the learning process, and can be used as opportunities to improve and develop new strategies; essentially, it helps them become more capable and adaptable adults who can bounce back from setbacks.Key points about learning from mistakes: Brain development: Making mistakes triggers the brain to analyze what went wrong, allowing for adjustments and better decision-making in the future. Resilience building: When children learn to accept and overcome mistakes, they develop the ability to persevere through challenges and bounce back from setbacks. Critical thinking skills: Analyzing mistakes encourages children to think critically about their actions, identify areas for improvement, and develop better strategies. Self-awareness: Recognizing mistakes helps children understand their strengths and weaknesses, leading to self-reflection and personal growth. Growth mindset: Viewing mistakes as learning opportunities promotes a "growth mindset" where challenges are seen as opportunities for development rather than failures. How to encourage learning from mistakes: Positive feedback: Instead of focusing on the mistake, provide constructive feedback on how to improve next time. Open communication: Discuss mistakes openly with children, explaining that everyone makes them and that they are valuable learning experiences. Model learning from mistakes: Share your own experiences of making mistakes and how you learned from them. Create a safe environment: Encourage children to try new things without fear of punishment for making mistakes.
Today is the last day of Quarter 2! There will be no school on Monday, January 27th; this will be a workday for staff. Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 28th. Enjoy your long weekend!
5 months ago, Briana Lukenbill
There will be no school on Monday, January 27th, 2025 for a teacher workday.
Please see the attached reminder that there is no school on January 27th.
5 months ago, Briana Lukenbill
No school on Monday, January 27th for a teacher workday.
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6 months ago, Mora Elementary
This is just a reminder that there will be no school on Monday, January 20th, in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 21st.
6 months ago, Briana Lukenbill
No School on Monday, January 20th, 2025 for a teacher in-service day and martin luther king junior day.
Our kindergarteners enjoyed the beautiful weather during recess today!
6 months ago, Briana Lukenbill
kindergarteners enjoying the snow and hill at outside recess.
This is just a reminder that there will be no school on Monday, January 20th, in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 21st.
6 months ago, Briana Lukenbill
No School Teacher Inservice Day/Martin Luther King Junior Day on Monday, January 20th, 2025
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6 months ago, Mora Elementary
A big thank you to First Citizens Bank of Mora, our Mora Early Childhood was given a generous donation for the Imagination Library program, with the help of this donation we can keep giving books to the littlest learners in our area. Since 2016 22,000 books have gone out so far to kids in the Mora School District ages 0-5.
6 months ago, Nicole Stamper
Staff Holding a Check made out to early childhood imagination library
We're excited to share Episode 7 of our Exploring Mustang Country series! In this episode, we take a closer look at Transitional Kindergarten and our incredible Early Childhood Programs. Discover how we're nurturing young minds and laying a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/pqPPRM5PJvY
6 months ago, Briana Lukenbill