College Financial Aid Applications In Mendota Heights Area: Compare To MN

Nationally, applications for financial aid are down this year.

Mendota Heights Teacher Named 'Harmony Hero' By EarthKind

The recognition is for her efforts to educate students about pollinator and monarch butterfly protection, Minnesota ecosystems and more.

New Name Approved For Henry Sibley High School

The school board voted 5-1 in favor of the new name at its Monday meeting.

ISD 197 Offers Free Summer Meals For Kids

Independent School District 197 is offering free breakfasts and lunches instead of free meal kits this summer.

Saint Thomas Academy Hires New Co-Head Wrestling Coach

He was assistant coach during the 2020-21 school year before being hired as co-head coach.

MN High School Graduation Rates: How ISD 197 Ranks

Here's how ​the graduation rate for West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan schools compares to other districts in the Twin Cities metro area.

Saint Thomas Academy Makes It Off DOH's COVID Outbreak List

It had been on the list since early March.

ISD 197 Creates Survey To Rename Henry Sibley High School

The survey will help narrow down the list of potential names, which currently has five options.

Saint Thomas Academy Names Director Of Athletics And Activities

The new director will begin his new position June 14.

New Principal Named For Henry Sibley High School

The school's current principal will retire June 30.

27 Dakota County Schools On DOH's Coronavirus Outbreak List

The list of schools with recent outbreaks is updated every Thursday by the Minnesota Department of Health.

Celebrate Your 2021 Graduate On Mendota Heights Patch

Tell us why your grad is special and send a message of congratulations on Mendota Heights Patch.

Saint Thomas Academy Students Win MN Econ Challenge

The team will advance to nationals May 20.

Henry Sibley High School Named A Top U.S. High School: U.S. News

The annual ranking released by U.S. News and World Report ranks schools based on factors such as graduation rates and academic performance.

ISD 197 Launches Online Academy

Enrollment is open until April 30.

2021 College Aid: How Mendota Heights Area Compares In Application Rates

See how college aid applications changed for Mendota Heights area high schools.

Name Change Committee Seeks Ideas To Replace 'Henry Sibley'

The decision to rename the school was made in December.

Henry Sibley High School On DOH's Coronavirus Outbreak List

In order to be removed from the list, the school must go 28 days without a new case.

Mendota 4th Graders Virtually Premiere Musical

All participants had lines, whether they were in-person or distance learners.

St. Thomas Hires New DI Men's Hockey Coach: Report

The Tommies are currently playing home games at St. Thomas Ice Arena in Mendota Heights​.

ISD 197 Senior Receives National Debate Award

Aaron Rajput​ was part of the one percent of 14,000 students that receive this award annually.

Saint Thomas Academy Educator Receives Educator Achievement Award

The award comes from the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics​ (AIAA) Foundation.

In Mendota Heights Area, Share Of College Grads Increasing

The share of residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been increasing in the U.S. Here's how it’s changed in Dakota County.

Mendota Heights School Remains On DOH's Coronavirus Outbreak List

In order to be removed from the list, the school must go 28 days without a new case.

Mendota Heights School Still On DOH Outbreak List

In order to be removed from the list, the school must go 28 days without a new case.

ISD 197 To Form Renaming Committee For Henry Sibley High School

Applications to participate in the committee are due April 2.

Mendota Heights Rep. Proposes Bill To Prevent Early Suspension

The bill would prevent suspension and expulsion in young students, instead offering support for students acting out.

District 197 Families May Qualify For Free Food From MN

Applications for free or reduced-price meals will be accepted until March 4.

'Henry Sibley' Name Stripped From Mendota Heights School

Henry Sibley​ was involved in the killing of 38 Dakota men in Mankato, which remains the largest mass execution in U.S. history​.

These Mendota Heights Schools Had Recent Coronavirus Outbreaks

The Minnesota Department of Health continues to publish information related to COVID-19 outbreaks in schools.

Enrollment Falls In WSP-Mendota Heights-Eagan Schools: Report

Enrollment at almost all school districts in the Twin Cities metro — including District 197 — is down, according to a new survey.

These Minnesota Schools Have Had Recent Coronavirus Outbreaks

The Minnesota Department of Health is now publishing information related to coronavirus outbreaks in schools.

3 Mendota Heights Students Named National Merit Semifinalists

Chosen from a group of 1.5 million students, National Merit Semifinalists will move on in the prestigious scholarship competition.

Initial Fall Schedule Released For District 197

Most students in the district will start the school year using distance learning, then transition to the hybrid model.

Deadline For Distance Learning In District 196 Is Friday

Under Gov. Tim Walz's order, all public school districts must also offer a distance-learning option.

Mendota Heights Educator Recognized For Excellence In Teaching

The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching recognize teachers in STEM.

Minnesota Releases Guidelines For Celebrating Class Of 2020

The Minnesota Department of Education Friday announced a ban on traditional in-person graduation ceremonies.

Schools In Mendota Heights Close After Coronavirus Case Confirmed

Two private schools in the southeast metro have canceled classes after a parent tested positive for the coronavirus.

Student Representative Needed For Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is accepting applications for a student representative to serve in an advisory capacity.

These Are The Top 100 Schools In Minnesota For 2020

Niche has compiled what it says are the top 100 schools in Minnesota, which includes both private and public schools.