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Upcoming Events
Polar Drift performance
Fresh off their performance at Minnesota Music Educators Association conference in February, and just before their Memphis debut in June at the Association for Popular Music Conference, POLAR DRIFT will perform at the DOG HOUSE BAR AND GRILL in Maplewood, MN on March 29, 2025.
Points of Pride
Coach Klingsporn reaches 700 wins
Congratulations to Tartan Boys' Basketball Coach, Mark Klingsporn, for achieving something that only six other coaches have done. He reached 700 career victories last week. Here is a Star Tribune article about Coach Klingsporn.
The award was presented to Coach Klingsporn by Tartan alum, and current Assistant Coach, Jordan Horn.
North Robotics
The North Robotics team finished as part of the 5th/6th place alliance in Duluth. Congratulations!
North Knowledge Bowl
The North Knowledge Bowl team ranked 15th in the Metro Division. Congratulations!
Scene Around 622
Tartan and North bands
The Tartan and North bands joined forces at the Tartan vs North boy's basketball game last Tuesday.
North pop ensemble
Polar Drift performed at the MN State High School Jazz Band Contest last Wednesday.
Alumni News
Alumni news form
We would like to highlight/give a shoutout to alumni of District 622 in upcoming editions of our e-News. Please complete the alumni news form if you have interesting news to share regarding alumni of District 622.
Community Education
Winter Learning for All Brochure
The online version of the "Learning for All" Community Education brochure can be found here: Winter/Spring 2025 Community Education Learning For All catalog. Browse the interactive PDF with links to available courses and to view more class offerings, visit our website at www.isd622.ce.eleyo.com There are also PDF files of the complete list of classes on our website available to download here:
Family Literacy Night at Gladstone Community Education Center
Families enjoyed a fun-filled literacy night with themed activities and storytime! The Maplewood Librarian helped families sign up for library cards before leading a cozy reading session. Each room featured a beloved children's book with hands-on activities—Goodnight Moon with a cozy snack setup, Where The Wild Things Are with creative art projects, and Goodnight Construction Site with engaging vehicle and construction play. Parents also received helpful literacy resources, and kids had a blast completing a search bingo challenge throughout the evening!
Join Our Free Woodcarving Group!
Looking for a fun and creative way to spend your Tuesdays? Our FREE Woodcarving Group welcomes all skill levels— from beginners to experienced carvers! Originally a Senior club, this group of woodcarvers would love to pass on their knowledge to the younger generation of enthusiasts as well. Younger participants are encouraged to join!
Tuesdays, 1-3 p.m. Gladstone Community Education Center Drop by and give it a try—no experience needed! Tools available for use 1945 Manton St, Maplewood, MN 55109
Vote for Harmony Learning Center for Minnesota's Best
Vote daily for Harmony Learning Center in the Star Tribune Reader's Choice Award program - Minnesota's Best 2025. Harmony has been nominated for the second year in a row and took home the Bronze last year in the category of Best Adult Education Center in Minnesota, let's keep the motivation going!
You can vote every day until March 12. Help to give Harmony Learning Center the recognition it deserves. You can find Harmony Learning Center in the "Education" category, subcategory, "Adult Learning."
Early Childhood Family Education classes
Discover the joy of learning and growing together with our Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) classes! Designed for families with children from birth to kindergarten—and even an option for families with kids through 3rd grade—our classes offer something for everyone. From Incredible Infants and Wonderful Ones to STEAM adventures and Music & Movement, you'll find engaging activities tailored to your child's development. Join us for a welcoming, inclusive environment that strengthens families and builds connections! Sign up now, classes are filling up fast! ECFE registration
Metro Dining Club cards
Metro Dining Club Cards – $30.00
Available Now and valid through October 31, 2025!
Enjoy an entire year of 2-for-1 dining at 166 area restaurants! Each Metro Dining Club card offers:
- Over $10,000 worth of savings
- 1,656 discounts
- 138 dining cards
Proceeds help fund activities for local seniors. Get yours today at the Gladstone Community Education Center!
Share your passion and teach a new class!
Submit your proposal for a youth enrichment class here: Youth Enrichment Class Proposal
Submit your proposal for an adult enrichment class here: Adult Enrichment Class Proposal
*A submitted proposal is NOT an approved class. You will be contacted by the Community Education office to discuss your proposal as well as dates, times, and location for your class.
F.L.I.G.H.T (Future Leaders Inspiring Growth, Honor and Talent)
FLIGHT, Future Leaders Inspiring Growth, Honor and Talent, operates during the spring, fall, and winter. Registration is required for each session, regardless of current enrollment status. While the camps for the spring session have been planned, registration is not yet open. We invite you to explore the provided links for both John Glenn and Skyview locations. Be sure to check back regularly for updates on when spring session registration will become available.
John Glenn Spring Session FLIGHT Club Descriptions
Skyview Spring Session FLIGHT Club Descriptions
This program is paid for by the Minnesota Department of Education After-School Community Learning grant and will be offered at no charge to participants. The main purpose will be to provide students with a wide variety of enrichment clubs, academic support, leadership opportunities and culturally affirming clubs. Students will be able to participate in clubs with focuses on art, science, financial literacy, athletics, cultural appreciation, theater, debate, music and much more. Many clubs will also contain an academic focus that will qualify them as Targeted Services classes and that will allow students to improve vital academic skills while enrolled in the club. Clubs will be run by a combination of licensed teachers, paraprofessionals, outside vendors and student leaders from within ISD 622. We are currently looking to hire high school students who have a passion that they would like to share. Employment begins in September. Call 651-748-7431 for details. Check out the F.L.I.G.H.T web page to learn more!
Enrollment now open
Visit isd622.org/enroll for more information.
Enroll in Mandarin Immersion
Set your student with skills to last a lifetime in 622's dual language immersion program, featuring Mandarin immersion at Eagle Point. Learn more at isd622.org/language-immersion.
Community Resources
Measles and the MMR vaccine
Minnesota has identified cases of measles in children who recently returned to the U.S. after traveling internationally. The decline in measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine coverage, coupled with the increase in measles disease nationally and internationally, puts Minnesota at risk of additional measles cases and a measles outbreak.
MDH has information about measles and the MMR vaccine: https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/measles/measlesfacts.html
If your child has any symptoms, please contact your medical provider and school nurse.
Ramsey County Vaccination Clinics
Ramsey County is offering vaccinations clinics. More information can be found on the Ramsey County website.
Washington County Vaccination Clinics
Washington County is offering monthly vaccination clinics. Appointments can be scheduled on the Washington County website.
View the attachment below for more information.
Peachjar electronic flyers
Visit the Peachjar electronic flyer page and click on your school's name to see what's happening at your school and in our community.
Join the 622 team!
We're Hiring! Join ISD 622!
We are looking for candidates who are enthusiastic and passionate about what they do. Join our team and become a Paraeducator, Substitute Teacher, or School Bus Driver (we'll help you get your CDL)!
Please visit our careers site for a list of open positions.
For more information please contact Human Resources at (651) 748-7421.
Email: communications@isd622.org
Website: www.isd622.org
Location: 2520 12th Avenue East, North St. Paul, MN
Facebook: facebook.com/isd622
Twitter: @isd622
Instagram: @isd622
Please direct your questions or comments to communications@isd622.org
Independent School District No.622, North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale, prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the District’s Title IX Coordinator. For more information, the District’s Notice of Nondiscrimination can be found at www.isd622.org/policies.