Senior Spotlight: Ashley Gruwell’s Eyes Lead to Prizes, Future 

This year, Zimmerman senior Ashley Gruwell joined that elite group, becoming just the first senior to win two Gold Key Awards and represent the Thunder at the state and (possibly) national levels. 

Parker Students Push Principal to Smooch Swine

After challenging her students, Ms. Loveland kept her promise, sealing it with a kiss.

Zimmerman Adaptive Bowling Takes State Championship

Thunder Junior Nate Fischer Takes Individual Title

ISD 728 Four-year Graduation Rates Increase

The District’s overall four-year graduation rate of 89.1 percent was 2.8 percent higher than the ISD 728 class of 2021 and 5.5 percent higher than the State of Minnesota average rate.

ISD 728 School Board Approves the 2023-2024 School Calendar

The slate is set for next school year.

Elk River High's Hallway Cafe, ProStart Team Fires Up for Community

Students from Elk River High School's Pro Start team and foods program fired up the kettles and burners at the Hallway Cafe for a special luncheon Friday, March 17. 

Grounds Crew Goes Above and Beyond During Historic Winter

After some 80 inches of snow has fallen on ISD 728 facilities this winter - more than 140 days with snow on the ground - some deserved recognition for our Grounds Crew.

Elk River Senior Selected as "America's Intern" Finalist

Check this article out, then click the link to vote for our own ERHS senior.

E-Learning Days: Feb. 22 and 23, 2023

ISD 728 has announced there will be E-Learning Days on both Wednesday, February 22 AND Thursday, February 23, 2023 due to an impending winter storm with snow, winds, and blizzard conditions. 

ISD 728 and Partners Identify Staggered Release as New Tool to Combat Weather Challenges

ISD 728 has identified a staggered release system, also known as a modified dismissal, as one new option to utilize when winter weather arrives after students are on campus and conditions warrant additional (or, longer) travel time.

Survey: Become a Part of the ISD 728 Core Planning Team

ISD 728 is seeking interested stakeholders to serve on the Core Planning Team

ISD 728 Board Elects Chair, Officers with Organizational Meeting

The ISD 728 School Board held its organizational meeting for 2023 on Monday, January 9, laying out its lineup of officers and leadership for the year. 

E-Learning Day Today, Jan. 4, 2023

'Snow Day' Q and A

Answering Your Questions about School Days During Inclement Weather 

Elks, Royals and Thunder provide Historic Run

Elk River, Zimmerman and Rogers Take Football Teams to Prep Bowl Semifinals

Statement Released to Families Regarding Cyber Attack Incident

Election Results - Freiberg, Anderson and Hamlin Join Weis on Board

ISD 728, Northwest Suburban League and Mississippi 8 Promoting Fan, Player Respect

ISD 728 is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all participants, spectators, and officials.

Project Update: Prairie View, Parking Lots and Preparation for 2022-23

ISD 728 Recognizes Advanced Placement Scholars

A total of 127 Independent School District 728 students received recognition for their exceptional achievement on Advanced Placement (AP) exams