Mankato Area Public Schools
Mankato Area Public Schools District News
August 23rd, 2024
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News and Updates
Help with Infinite Campus Parent Portal
The Infinite Campus Parent Portal is a secure website that allows parents and guardians to access information about their child's school, such as attendance, grades, assessment results and more.
If you do not have Parent Portal access or can't remember your username or password, please email icsupport@isd77.org.
Back to School Information
K-5 School Supply List (excludes Bridges)
School Start Times and End Times
2024-2025 Educational Benefits Application is HERE.
School breakfast and lunch menus can be found on Schoolcafe.
- Click on the Schoolcafe Menus.
- Click on "View Menus (as a guest)."
- Select Daily, Weekly or Monthly along the top header
Digital Tickets for Athletic Events
NEW TICKET Online Ticketing APP!
This year we are selling our student and adult passes as well as individual game digital tickets online through GOFAN. It is highly encouraged to make the transition to GOFAN this year as next year it will be our only option for athletic event tickets.
Visit https://gofan.co/ or download the GOFAN app available for both Android and iOS devices. Then follow instructions to set up your account.
THIS YEAR tickets will also be available on site for cash purchase and MAPS will transition completely over to digital tickets NEXT YEAR.
- Ticket prices are $10.00 for adults
- $5.00 for students (K-12) and seniors 62+ who live outside the school district boundary area
- Seniors 62+ who live inside the school district boundary area can get in FREE with the VIP Gold Card.
Call the Mankato East or Mankato West Activities Office with questions.
Mankato Area Public Schools - VIP Gold Card
This card is exclusively for those who are 62 years old or older and live within school district #77 boundaries. It is a great way to enjoy no-cost admission to concerts, athletic and academic events, plays, and planetarium shows.
If you would like a VIP Gold Card and fit the criteria above, simply contact Mankato Area Public Schools Central Office at 507-387-1868 or stop in the MAPS Office at 10 Civic Center Plaza to get your card.
*Exclusions include away events, tournaments, and section or state play.
Bond Construction Updates
Check in with the MAPS Bond Construction webpage.
What a difference 2 weeks can make in the construction process! Take a peek at the progress since the August 9th newsletter.
Bridges Secure Entrance
Interior Office at Roosevelt
Washington Secure Entrance
Roosevelt Secure Entrance
Interior Office at Washington
Greater Mankato Mental Health Hub
The Greater Mankato Mental Health Hub has launched! This hub was developed by Greater Mankato Area United Way's Youth Mental Health/Suicide Prevention Committee and is hosted by the Center for Rural Behavioral Health at Minnesota State University, Mankato.
The hub is meant to be a tool to easily find information on crisis support, local mental health services, parent education, and more.
Find more information HERE.
Still Need a School?
- Pre K through Grade 12
- Concurrent Enrollment, Advanced Placement, PSEO
- Special Education
- Multilingual Learner Programming
- Art, Music, STEM, Phy Ed
- Before and After-school care in many schools
- Free breakfast and lunch for all students
Visit www.isd77.org/enroll or enroll in person at our Central Registration Office, 10 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato, 56002-8741
Open Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tax Benefits for Families - Save Receipts for School Supplies!
These benefits can reduce parents’/caregivers' taxes to increase their refund, but is only available for those who keep their receipts. Purchases for most school supplies, field trips, and musical instruments for school band are eligible.
Most Minnesota parents qualify for the K-12 subtraction, which reduces their taxable income. Parents/Caregivers under certain income limits may also qualify for the K-12 credit, which can refund up to 75% of their costs – even who do not owe any taxes.
Community Education
FALL CATALOG - COMMUNITY EDUCATION
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Get ready to explore the new catalog, classes and opportunities.
Visit www.mankatocer.com to check on the catalog and register now!
MAPS Highlights
Welcome MAPS New Employees!
We welcomed 65 new employees that will work in our schools starting next week! We can't wait for our MAPS students to meet the new faces in their building.
MAPS School Board Spotlight - Danica Schmidt
Danica joined MAPS in October 2022 and from the moment she arrived her energy and commitment have been unwavering. Her efforts have not only made summer lunchtime smoother but she has created a warm, welcoming environment for youngest students. Her attend to detail and genuine care have not gone unnoticed. Thank you Danica for your dedication and heart for service!
Join the MAPS Team - PARAEDUCATORS NEEDED!
Our team of caring, passionate, and committed professionals wants you!
Applying for available positions is simple, fast and secure. Our online application system allows you to start and save an application, submitting it when you are sure that it’s complete.
Calendar Reminders
September 3rd - K-8 Entrance Conferences and 9th graders
September 3rd - School Board Meeting , Mankato Room, ICG - 5:30 pm
September 4th - K-8 Entrance Conferences and 10th -12 graders start
September 5th - K-8 First Day of School
September 18th - Early Release Day
MAPS in the Media
- Two incumbents file for Mankato School Board - Free Press 8/9/24
Races shaping up for school, city seats; Tuesday is last day of filings - Free Press 8/12/24
- Ballots set for November school board, city races - Free Press 8/13/24
Mankato school district able to award dozens of child care scholarships thanks to state funds - Free Press 8/17/24
Dahlman takes over as West AD - Free Press 8/18/24
Prep volleyball: Season begins with big swings - Free Press 8/19/24
Mankato school district sets 2025 tax levy hearing dates - Free Press 8/20/24
Mankato school district approves new contract for Supt. Peterson - Free Press 8/20/24
Grant supports Mankato district students experiencing homelessness - Free Press 8/20/24
West football primed for another big season - KEYC 8/19/24
Mankato West, East/Loyola hope to improve during long season - Free Press 8/21/24
East boys soccer rolls in opener - Free Press 8/22/24
Mankato teams enter new season in different spots - Free Press 8/22/24