Posted on: April 1, 2020
During this period of social distancing, the outdoors is a great place to keep kids active. However, to keep potential COVID-19 exposure to a minimum, all school district playgrounds, tennis courts and turf fields have been closed until further notice. We appreciate your cooperation to help keep everyone safe. Read More
Post Categories: Elementary School, High School, Intermediate School
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
Post Categories: Community Education, Elementary School, High School, Intermediate School
Posted on: March 23, 2020
The DHS math team completed its season last month with a final conference meet at Lakeville South High School. While the Tigers did not advance to state, they did take third place in their eight-team conference, and Dylan Tieg (sixth place as an individual) and Jaxon Duberstein (10th place individually) earned all-conference honors for being among the top 10 individual scorers. Participation, benefits... Read More
Post Categories: High School
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
Post Categories: Community Education, Elementary School, High School, Intermediate School
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
Post Categories: Community Education, Elementary School, High School, Intermediate School
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
Post Categories: Community Education, Elementary School, High School, Intermediate School
Posted on: February 5, 2020
Grace Glasrud, Max Otto and Tate Pappas have had memorable athletic careers at Delano High School, but their stories won’t end at graduation this spring. All three signed national letters of intent in front of family, friends and coaches on Wednesday, Feb. 5, to play at the college level next fall. Glasrud will play Division I hockey for Post University in Connecticut, Pappas will run Division I cross country and track at the... Read More
Post Categories: High School
Posted on: January 30, 2020
Pursing his passion for music has led Jason Koets to a career that perfectly harmonizes his interests and aptitudes. In recognition of the Delano High School band director’s outstanding work with students, his fellow faculty members have named Koets the Delano Public Schools 2019-20 Teacher of the Year. A nomination statement from a fellow teacher praised Koets for building a strong band program in the high school. Read More
Post Categories: Elementary School, High School, Intermediate School
Posted on: January 24, 2020
Three staff members from Delano Public Schools recently received Education Support Staff Awards from Resource Training & Solutions during a recognition banquet in Sartell. Food service director Kris Larson, high school IT coordinator Michael Patterson, and intermediate school Alternative Delivery of Specialized Instructional Services (ADSIS) paraprofessional Stephanie Schreyer were nominated by Delano district staff members and chosen from a... Read More
Post Categories: Elementary School, High School, Intermediate School
Posted on: January 22, 2020
A small group of Delano High School actors will enter subsection competition this weekend, performing a little-known one act that carries a big message. “I’ve never seen a high school do it,” said DHS language arts teacher and play director Joe Lawrence of Delano’s production, “I Will Go … I Will Go …” by Glen Berger. “I wanted to pick a show that nobody else has done. It gives you a chance... Read More
Post Categories: High School