eConnection Newsletter
E-Connection Spring 2025
![Jenny from ERHS receives her Retirement plaque]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749753203/isd728org/hhuuq767zpk9ns537w9b/JennyRetirementheic_1.heic","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749753203/isd728org/hhuuq767zpk9ns537w9b/JennyRetirementheic_1.heic","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1749753203/isd728org/hhuuq767zpk9ns537w9b/JennyRetirementheic_1.heic","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1749753203/isd728org/hhuuq767zpk9ns537w9b/JennyRetirementheic_1.heic","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1749753203/isd728org/hhuuq767zpk9ns537w9b/JennyRetirementheic_1.heic","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1749753203/isd728org/hhuuq767zpk9ns537w9b/JennyRetirementheic_1.heic","width":2200}])
Retirement means, for many, a new chapter, and we’re looking forward to seeing what they write!
![The Great Eight: Our 2025 Staff Award Winners Make ISD the Best Place to Learn, Grow and Live]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1748980442/isd728org/dbcyslofd1fulzojwunn/Jatona2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1748980442/isd728org/dbcyslofd1fulzojwunn/Jatona2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1748980442/isd728org/dbcyslofd1fulzojwunn/Jatona2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1748980442/isd728org/dbcyslofd1fulzojwunn/Jatona2.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1748980442/isd728org/dbcyslofd1fulzojwunn/Jatona2.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1748980442/isd728org/dbcyslofd1fulzojwunn/Jatona2.jpg","width":2200}])
Each year a handful of ISD 728 staff, volunteers, substitutes and coaches are nominated by their peers for District Staff Awards. Here are 728's great eight for 2024-2025!
![Community Leaders at table in District Office]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1744309489/isd728org/lfizl64kglohtb8hcrjf/StratPlancopy.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1744309489/isd728org/lfizl64kglohtb8hcrjf/StratPlancopy.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1744309489/isd728org/lfizl64kglohtb8hcrjf/StratPlancopy.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1744309489/isd728org/lfizl64kglohtb8hcrjf/StratPlancopy.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1744309489/isd728org/lfizl64kglohtb8hcrjf/StratPlancopy.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1744309489/isd728org/lfizl64kglohtb8hcrjf/StratPlancopy.jpg","width":2200}])
With growth, community engagement and an aggressive timeline in mind, the ISD 728 School Board is seeking candidates to serve on a new facilities task force.
![Graduation Ceremonies Set for AIEP, Ivan Sand and Traditional High Schools]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1718034007/isd728org/rzzpqurod1vewotcoxb9/447996288_968774778583454_525132102810930197_n.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1718034007/isd728org/rzzpqurod1vewotcoxb9/447996288_968774778583454_525132102810930197_n.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1718034007/isd728org/rzzpqurod1vewotcoxb9/447996288_968774778583454_525132102810930197_n.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1718034007/isd728org/rzzpqurod1vewotcoxb9/447996288_968774778583454_525132102810930197_n.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1718034007/isd728org/rzzpqurod1vewotcoxb9/447996288_968774778583454_525132102810930197_n.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1718034007/isd728org/rzzpqurod1vewotcoxb9/447996288_968774778583454_525132102810930197_n.jpg","width":2048}])
Graduation ceremonies are set for ISD 728 programs, including all three traditional high schools as well as our alternative and American Indian programs.
![Press Release: ISD 728 Continues to Beat State Averages as Minnesota Closes Education Gaps]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1718034007/isd728org/lrl7jazchnnozndeexm5/ZimmCapToss.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1718034007/isd728org/lrl7jazchnnozndeexm5/ZimmCapToss.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1718034007/isd728org/lrl7jazchnnozndeexm5/ZimmCapToss.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1718034007/isd728org/lrl7jazchnnozndeexm5/ZimmCapToss.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1718034007/isd728org/lrl7jazchnnozndeexm5/ZimmCapToss.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1718034007/isd728org/lrl7jazchnnozndeexm5/ZimmCapToss.jpg","width":2048}])
More than 940 students were members of the Class of 2024, with 89 percent of students graduating from the District. That’s a clip that’s nearly 5 points higher than the state average, continuing ISD 728’s trend of beating state marks.
![Zimmerman High Students and their Families are recognized by the School Board.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1752171206/isd728org/j05lysxcsqkawrncgfpr/IMG_7544.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1752171206/isd728org/j05lysxcsqkawrncgfpr/IMG_7544.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1752171206/isd728org/j05lysxcsqkawrncgfpr/IMG_7544.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1752171206/isd728org/j05lysxcsqkawrncgfpr/IMG_7544.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1752171206/isd728org/j05lysxcsqkawrncgfpr/IMG_7544.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1752171206/isd728org/j05lysxcsqkawrncgfpr/IMG_7544.jpg","width":2200}])
The ISD 728 School Board continued its tradition of recognizing student leaders at its April 2025 meeting with a focus on Zimmerman schools.
![CTE Students past and present]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745428439/isd728org/cem8f6ae1pm4a4nzvwqq/CTEKids.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745428439/isd728org/cem8f6ae1pm4a4nzvwqq/CTEKids.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1745428439/isd728org/cem8f6ae1pm4a4nzvwqq/CTEKids.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1745428439/isd728org/cem8f6ae1pm4a4nzvwqq/CTEKids.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745428439/isd728org/cem8f6ae1pm4a4nzvwqq/CTEKids.jpg","width":1440}])
A recent CTE (Career and Technical Education) Program a morning to shine.
![Student with laptop]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727102867/isd728org/qvvhntk7efgsbrbna1cr/StudentwithLaptop.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727102867/isd728org/qvvhntk7efgsbrbna1cr/StudentwithLaptop.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1727102867/isd728org/qvvhntk7efgsbrbna1cr/StudentwithLaptop.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1727102867/isd728org/qvvhntk7efgsbrbna1cr/StudentwithLaptop.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1727102867/isd728org/qvvhntk7efgsbrbna1cr/StudentwithLaptop.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1727102867/isd728org/qvvhntk7efgsbrbna1cr/StudentwithLaptop.jpg","width":2200}])
ISD 728 is excited to introduce the Parenting for Digital Wellness website—a new resource designed to support parents in guiding your student(s) toward healthy and responsible technology use.
![Calendar]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741879172/isd728org/tbsatvsfkqodibsql2yv/Calendar.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741879172/isd728org/tbsatvsfkqodibsql2yv/Calendar.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741879172/isd728org/tbsatvsfkqodibsql2yv/Calendar.jpg","width":612}])
The 2025-2026 calendar was introduced at the March 10, 2025 school board meeting. The Board will approve the calendar later this month.
![ERHS DECA Students have launched The Lodge at FNT Arena in Elk River]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741111574/isd728org/dzvp4efm3mgssbwpa31o/ERHSDeca.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741111574/isd728org/dzvp4efm3mgssbwpa31o/ERHSDeca.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741111574/isd728org/dzvp4efm3mgssbwpa31o/ERHSDeca.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1741111574/isd728org/dzvp4efm3mgssbwpa31o/ERHSDeca.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1741111574/isd728org/dzvp4efm3mgssbwpa31o/ERHSDeca.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1741111574/isd728org/dzvp4efm3mgssbwpa31o/ERHSDeca.jpg","width":2200}])
It's DECA State Week - Here's an update on all (ok, some) things Elk River High DECA. From storefronts to podcasts, the crew is busy.
![Players and DECA members pose for the Break the Pattern Night]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741111117/isd728org/kusyqjr6f7hnidbxbepg/Screenshot2025-02-19at111141AM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741111117/isd728org/kusyqjr6f7hnidbxbepg/Screenshot2025-02-19at111141AM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741111117/isd728org/kusyqjr6f7hnidbxbepg/Screenshot2025-02-19at111141AM.png","width":756}])
Rogers High DECA students have started a new, teen-run organization that wants kids to vow to not participate in distracted driving. It's working.
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