The end of the school year seems to have snuck up on us!  We wish the 8^th graders the very best as they are off to the high school. It has been awesome watching them grow and mature over the last three years. We look forward to seeing the 6^th and 7^th graders next year.

You will see some changes around the building next year. The Media Center is getting new furniture to allow for more flexible seating.  We are also adding sitting areas in the building for students to work on their Chromebooks, which they will receive through the 1:1 initiative next year. Exciting times are ahead for students and staff!

Thank you for all your support this year. It has been a pleasure getting to know many of you. Have a great summer and take care.

May/June Students of the Week

Emily Almanzar, Brennen Brothers,  Emma Coffee, Cole Donald, Maya Eatherton, Ryley Erickson, Jake Eull, Blake Friestad, Tanner Greenwell, Jessie Hickman, Brady Holland, Ella Johnson, Olivia Kramer, Moriah Molina, Greta Nelson, Irina Rabikava, Ethan Schmitz and Hailey Traun

Congratulations to the following students for achieving

Perfect Attendance for the 2016 – 2017 school year.

Grade 6:  Katelyn Bakken, Kaylyn Breyen, Elizabeth Doran, Vincent Hammond, Maxwell Hite, Chase James, Derrick Lodermeier, Isaac Paaverud, Michael Palmer, Brianna Rangel and Janelle Williams

Grade 7:  Amos Gborie, Tanner Greenwell, Colton Hudson, Kage Johnson, Brandon Kaufmann, Brady McAdams and Boyd Peltonen

Grade 8:  Devin Coonradt, Edyn Fosse, Kyle Haugen, Brooke Hortian, Olivia Kramer, Quinn O'Hara, Ethan Reznicow, Emily Tatur, Sophia Tobin and Mya Yoder

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Sports Physicals and Immunizations

In preparing for the 2017-2018 school year, it is important to complete the appropriate medical information for your child as soon as possible.  Immunization and Sport Physical dates that we have received are posted on Parent Portal. Immunization requirements reflect the current school year only.  Requirements for the 2017-2018 school year will be posted on July 1.

For requirements and appropriate forms that need to be completed by your medical provider, please refer to the Health Services webpage.

Talent Show/Ice Cream Social

Students enjoyed some fun end of year activities on Friday, June 2.  Some of the students shared their talents at the talent show held Friday morning. Included was a slide show in honor of our departing 8th graders. We are so proud of our students who performed. Following the talent show, students enjoyed a Dairy Queen Dilly Bar with their lunch.  The afternoon was filled with a social time to sign their yearbooks and autograph books. 

Exploration Day

May 19, 2017

Fun was had by all! Check out our gallery of pictures!

"The Iron Chef actually became Cutthroat Kitchen.  Teams sabotaged other teams with challenges such as cooking with gloves on, taking care of a baby while cooking and not being able to talk to their teammates while cooking."  Iron Chef

"A few fish were caught, fun kayaking and a fantastic lunch!"  Kayaking & Fishing

"We had a great time experiencing the dugout and Vikings locker room!"  Target Field & US Bank Stadium

"VMS was represented by 33 students that was a part of a group that packed meals for 178 kids for one year!"  Feed My Starving Children

"Playing where the Pros play!" Tournament Players Golf

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Elk River School District Staff of the Year

Sandy Olson, VandenBerge Assistant, and Troy Johnson, District Cultural Liaison, were chosen from over 1,000 Elk River District employees to receive the honor of Elk River School District Staff Members of the Year.   Congratulations to both of you!!