District News

Distance learning plans

Posted on: March 25, 2020

Following the executive orders of Governor Tim Walz to close schools and create a distance learning plan, Delano Public Schools is providing the following information for families. ALL STUDENTS In order for students to access instruction most teachers in grades K-2 will be using Seesaw and teachers in grades 3-12 will be using Google Classroom. Students will need to log in according to specific... Read More

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COVID-19 Updates

Posted on: March 10, 2020

Delano Public Schools will be closed Monday, March 16, through Friday, March 27, due to the COVID-19 situation. This page is intended to provide information and resources related to the coronavirus (COVID-19). The situation is evolving by the day. Please refer to the Read More

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Health update #2

Posted on: March 9, 2020

With spring break underway, we have received a number of questions regarding the coronavirus (COVID-19), quarantines and travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is maintaining a list of countries with travel advisories. At this point, only travelers from Level 3 countries need to stay away from school for 14 days after traveling back home. Although this list may be updated... Read More

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Health update

Posted on: February 28, 2020

Delano Public Schools is aware of developments regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and is in communication with the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) and Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) to receive the most up-to-date information for schools. While new viruses are concerning, it is important to note that the immediate health risk to Minnesotans from COVID-19 is considered low. To date, only four individuals in Minnesota have been tested for... Read More

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Holiday Boutique, Teddy Bear Tea scheduled for Dec. 7

Posted on: November 20, 2019

Mark your calendars for a pair of fun Community Education events on Saturday, Dec. 7, during Delano's Old Fashioned Christmas festivities. The Holiday Boutique will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Community Education gym. Admission is free, and the event features unique and local hand-made gifts. Additional vendors are welcome and can contact Dawn Hilgers at dawn.hilgers@delanoschools.org. Vendors can begin setting up at 8 a.m. ... Read More

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TAC survey ending soon

Posted on: November 15, 2019

The time to offer your input on TAC services is almost over! All are welcome to weigh in, whether you are a current, former or future member. Participate in the survey at https://forms.gle/XnGbvpMhavsZZCAE6. Read More

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Speakers to address anxiety

Posted on: November 4, 2019

Delano Elementary School will host a free speaking event featuring Rob Winker and Amy Lou Anderson of Playmore and Prosper from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5. The speakers are sponsored by a grant from the United Way, and will share strategies for coping with anxiety. The event will take place in the school cafeteria, and is open to everyone. Parents, educators and community members who work with children and teens are encouraged to attend.... Read More

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ECFE Free Fall Fiesta on Oct. 5

Posted on: October 4, 2019

Come on out for the ECFE Free Fall Fiesta from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 5, at the at the Community Ed. building. Celebrate the season with costumes, items to make and take, photo ops, music, dancing and more! Online registration is requested at https://delano.ce.eleyo.com/. See the photo included with this post for more details. Read More

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School climate survey coming

Posted on: September 13, 2019

Delano Public Schools is conducting a second survey on school climate to gather important feedback from students, staff and district families. The objective is to ensure continuous improvement, and this input is highly valued. A similar Panorama Education survey was taken late last fall, and this follow-up survey, along with another follow-up next spring, will allow the district to track changes from the baseline data collected last year. ... Read More

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Candidates sought for open school board seat

Posted on: September 13, 2019

Delano Public Schools is currently seeking applicants for an open school board seat. The school board accepted the resignation of chair Mark Larson in August after Larson moved out of state. Vice chair Lisa Seguin has assumed the chair’s duties in Larson’s absence, and the board is seeking a new member to return to its usual seven-member complement. Board members hope to fill the opening by the end of October. The... Read More

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