Cool Job Tours for ISD 728 Students

Local businesses will open their doors on April 30 and May 2 to students, parents, and community members...

Tutors Needed with Minnesota Reading, Math Corps!

Do you want make a difference in a child’s life by helping them improve their reading or math skills?

ISD 728 to Live Stream Graduation Ceremonies in 2019

Check out the video of Superintendent Dan Bittman discussing the big news of Live Streaming ISD 728 graduations..

ISD 728 Named 2019 Best Communities for Music Education

For the FOURTH year in a row, NAMM has recognized ISD 728 as one of the Best Communities for Music Education...

How Can YOU Help the ISD 728 Legislative Action Team?

Many families and stakeholders have asked how they can help support the ISD 728 Legislative Action Team in their mission to promote changes at the state level for education funding...

Join Our Legislative Action Team!

Each year, ISD 728 constructs its Legislative Platform - a list of recommendations and requests for our Representatives and Senators at the Minnesota State Capitol ...

ISD 728 Adopts Calendar for 2019-2020 School Year

The ISD 728 School Board approved the proposed 2019-2020 school year calendar at its regular business meeting Monday, March 11 with a few changes in store for district families....

Grant Takes Theater Department into New Genre with Visiting Artist

A college friendship, a visit to a theater in Chicago and a last-minute application for a Central Minnesota Arts Board grant have all culminated into an exciting learning opportunity for Zimmerman High School ...

Two ISD 728 Educators are Finalist for Teacher of the Year

VIDEO: February Superintendent and School Board Update

Watch ISD 728 Superintendent Dan Bittman and School Board Chair Shane Steinbrecher give an update on District news regarding the 2019-2020 Budget.

Salk MS Earns National Award for Seventh Straight Year

Magnet Schools of America once again named Salk Pre-Engineering Magnet School a National Magnet School of Excellence.

ISD 728 School Board Adjusts 2019 Meeting Calendar

School Board Meeting Changes now set.

Cornerstone, Donor Give ERHS Students the Keys to Hands-On Learning

VIDEO: ISD 728 January Superintendent and School Board Update

Watch ISD 728 Superintendent Dan Bittman and School Board Treasurer Tony Walter give an update on District news...

Six ISD 728 Teachers Candidates for MN Teacher of the Year

Nominees range from band teachers to our COMPASS advisor.

Did you know…ISD 728 offers FREE and Reduced Price Meals for Breakfast and Lunch?

If you are having financial difficulties or need assistance with paying your student's school meals...

Survey Shows ISD 728 Communities Support Schools, Values

Independent School District 728 recently conducted a community survey with the assistance of Morris Leatherman Company, the first survey of its kind in more than five years...

VIDEO: ISD 728 Superintendent and School Board Update

Watch ISD 728 Superintendent Dan Bittman and School Board Director Holly Thompson give an update on District news...

ISD 728 Releases Demographic Report

On Thursday Nov. 15, Demographer Hazel Reinhardt presented her report related to ISD 728 demographics at the School Board meeting. You can view the presentation, as well as the full report...

VIDEO: ISD 728 Superintendent and School Board Update

Watch ISD 728 Superintendent Dan Bittman and School Board Director Joel Nelson give an update on District news.

2019-2020 Kindergarten Information Nights

Registration is now open for 2019-2020 Kindergarten! Check out the list of Kindergarten Information Nights, starting this November!

ISD 728 Grads Maintain Edge on State, Nation in ACT Scores

High school graduates from ISD 728 schools continue to demonstrate high levels of performance on annual ACT exams...

Now Hiring Kitchen Staff!

ISD 728 is currently hiring school kitchen staff. Click here to find more details and to apply today!

ISD 728 Superintendent Update: October 2018

Check out the October video of Superintendent Dan Bittman as he talks about what’s new this month...

(VIDEO) ISD 728 School Board Update: September 2018

Check out the video of School Board Director Christi Tullbane and Superintendent Dan Bittman...

ISD 728 is Hiring!

Kim Eisenschenk Joins ISD 728 Leadership Team

Experienced finance director added via board action

2018-19 Calendar Coming to a Mailbox Near You!

The ISD 728 District Calendar will be making its way to your mailbox via the Elk River Star News or Crow River Newspapers July 19-22..

ISD 728 Honors 'Great Eight'

Each year, under the guidance of the EREA and the ISD 728 Human Resources department, the school district honors a handful of teachers and staff members who are nominated by their peers...

Graduation Ceremonies Set Around ISD 728

Graduation week is quickly approaching, with ceremonies set for Tuesday through Friday, June 5 through 8, around ISD 728.

ISD 728 Earns Third Straight NAMM Award

ISD 728 has been honored once again with the Best Communities for Music Education designation from The NAMM Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education...

Rogers High School's Sam Eckberg Named Fox 9 Top Teacher!

Congratulations to Rogers High School's own Sam Eckberg on being chosen as a Fox 9 Top Teacher Award Winner...

Video Message from Superintendent Bittman: May 2018

Check out the May video of Superintendent Dan Bittman as he talks about what’s new this month...

May Student School Board Representative: Lauren Rishovd

As I look out into the crowded gymnasium, I am compelled by the sea of gray, white, red, and black that has taken over the room....

ISD 728 Trio Honored as Athena Award Winners

Ceremony recognizes women from RHS, ERHS and ZHS

April Student School Board Representative

The Importance of Involvement by Rebecca Schmit, School Board Liaison – Zimmerman High School

Salk's Scott Glew Makes Teacher of the Year Finalist

ISD 728's own is one of 12 up for state award

ISD 728 School Board Earns Prestigious Magna Award

Leaders Recognized for Innovation, Support of Curriculum

Video Message from Superintendent Bittman: March 2018

Superintendent Dan Bittman's March update features a recap and preview on our Strategic Planning process...

March Student School Board Representative

From the Eyes of a Student by Ben Johnson

Scott Glew a Teacher of the Year Semifinalist

The eighth grade social studies teacher is from Salk Middle School

Special Message from Superintendent Bittman

Recent events throughout the nation involving social media threats against schools..

How to Talk to Children about School Shootings

The news of the Florida school shooting takes our breath. All students, staff and community members deserve safe schools...

Take Time to Enjoy our Kids by Holly Thompson

It is hard to believe that we are half way through the year and we are already planning tirelessly for graduations, summer school...

Six ISD 728 Teachers Among Nominees for Education Minnesota Teacher of the Year

It's the most nominations in recent history for the school district

Kindergarten Open House Nights

Find the upcoming dates for the Kindergarten Open House Nights

ISD 728 Superintendent Set to Get Wet at “Shiver Elk River”

Dan will be raising funds for ISD 728’s charitable partners...

A New Beginning by Tony Walter

The New Year brings with it a natural opportunity to reflect upon the past and to prepare for the future...

ISD 728 School Board Recognizes Rogers Students at Latest Meeting

Throughout the 2017-2018 School Year, the ISD 728 School Board, together with ISD 728 administration, is taking time to recognize students...

You're Invited to the Strategic Plan Community Cafe!

The process of establishing the newest ISD 728 Strategic Plan begins with YOU!

Delicious, Nutritious and FREE School Meals?

Did you know ISD 728 offers FREE or reduced priced meals to families in need?...

The World's Best Workforce by Jamie Plantenberg-Selbitschka

The ISD 728 World’s Best Workforce Plan is a comprehensive, long-term strategic plan to support and enhance teaching and learning with the ultimate goal of creating the world’s best workforce...

ISD 728 School Board Recognizes Novembers Excellence Award Winners

Outstanding effort and community involvement were highlighted at November's last meeting

Board Honors October Student Leaders

The ISD 728 School Board took time at its Monday, Oct. 23 meeting to meet some students from around the center of the district that have shown excellence in leadership.

Elks Head Back to the Bank

Information about State Semifinal Football Game

Children’s Minnesota Rolls into VandenBerge

A state-of-the-art ride took the school by storm.

Rogers PAC the Star on Opening Night

District Celebrates Completion of New Stage

Have Questions?

We've got Answers! Talk with ISD 728 Leadership Thursday, November 9 before the The Mermaid performance at the Rogers High School Performing Arts Center.

District Saves Taxpayer Dollars with Bond Resale

A Time to Give Thanks by Joel Nelson

In the month of November many traditions abound in our community...

Policy Review Could Save ISD 728 Time, Money by Gregg Peppin

The roles of ISD 728 school board members are many and varied. Strategic planning, goal setting, hiring a superintendent, monitoring and working to improve student achievement...

Introducing Nutrislice: The NEW school meals website and mobile app

SFE (Southwest FoodService Excellence), the ISD 728 food service provider, recently launched a new interactive website and mobile app called Nutrislice...

Superintendent Update: Sept. 2017

Watch Dr. Daniel Bittman give a brief monthly update on ISD 728

School Board Update: Back To School is a Season of Change by Christi Tullbane

This is such an exciting time for teachers, students and parents — Welcome Back to School! Some students have moved on to start new schools...

Southwest FoodService Excellence Takes Leap into Minnesota

For the first time in several years, ISD 728 students and staff will be curing their appetites with some creations from a new food service provider....

Enrollment Continues to Grow at ISD 728 Schools

Take a drive down Wright County Highway 39 in Otsego, along Twin Lakes Boulevard in Elk River, through the Zimmerman lakeshore areas, or along Rogers’ south side...It’s clear that ISD 728 is “on the grow.”

School Board Update: Something for Everyone by Shane Steinbrecher

Communication is a priority for the ISD 728 School Board. As we begin the new school year, Board members have developed goals...

ISD 728 School Board Meetings Now at District Office

Watch the meetings online via livestream

Welcome Back From Superintendent Dr. Dan Bittman and School Board Chair Shane Steinbrecher

Check out the short video welcoming students and staff back for the 2017-18 school year...

Welcome Back From Superintendent Dr. Daniel Bittman

It is my pleasure and honor to welcome you back to our schools as we begin the 2017-2018 school year...

Back to School: Open House/Orientation Dates and Supply Lists

Check out the schedule for Open Houses, Kindergarten Orientations and School Supply Lists from around the district.

ISD 728 Continues to Shine on State Assessments

Independent School District 728 continues to outperform the state’s largest districts and the Minnesota average when it comes to the annual Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment exams...

Zimmerman's Westwood the Perfect Fit for Tim Stowe

The school's new principal has come north for the same small-town values he loved in Southern Minnesota.

Kelly Corbett to Lead Otsego Elementary School

The school's new principal comes from Robbinsdale, and is 'ready to go.'

Southwest Food Service Excellence Takes Over ISD 728 Food Service

ISD 728 High Schools Hold Commencement Ceremonies

It was a very special few days around ISD 728 June 6 through June 9, as graduation ceremonies were held at...

Year End Award Winners Honored Throughout ISD 728

Interim Superintendent Bruce Watkins traveled throughout ISD 728 the last several days of the school year to honor a select group of teachers, staff and one lucky volunteer...

Twin Lakes First Grade Teacher Sara Frater Named ‘Top Teacher’

First grade teacher Sara Frater of Twin Lakes Elementary in Elk River was honored Monday morning as a Fox 9 “Top Teacher,”

ISD 728 Repeats as Best Communities for Music Education Award Winner

The award is sponsored by the National Association of Music Merchants.

ISD 728 School Board Approves Prairie View Elementary and Middle School as Name of Newest School

Tutors Needed with Minnesota Reading, Math Corps

Would you love to change a child's life by growing their reading or math skills to succeed in school?

ISD 728 School Board Selects Dr. Daniel Bittman to Enter into Contract Negotiations to Serve as Next Superintendent of Schools

The Sauk Rapids-Rice District Leader is a former Superintendent of the Year

Kari Sampson Takes the Reins at Otsego E-8 Building

Principal embarks on new adventure

Parker Celebrates Blue Ribbon Award

The district celebrated the school's amazing achievement Thursday, Dec. 1 with a few friends and family.