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Upcoming Events
Elf Jr. At Tartan
Tartan Theatre presents Elf Jr. Featuring students from Tartan and Skyview Middle School, this 60-minute telling of the iconic Christmas movie, ELF, is perfect fast-paced, festive, fun for the whole family to kick off the holidays!
Performances are December 5 and 6 at 6 p.m. and December 7 at 2 p.m. You can get tickets here!
Friday Fun Skate
Friday Fun Skates are taking place from now until February. Review the schedule and details on the flyer below.
Open Skate
Open skate at Polar Arena is open now. View times and details on the flyer below.
Points of Pride
North/Tartan Adapted Soccer
The North/Tartan Adapted Soccer team wrapped up their season at the State Tourney this past weekend at White Bear Lake Area High School. Congratulations on a great season!
Scene Around 622
Veterans Day
Students across 622 observed Veterans Day last Tuesday. Check out these photos to see how our students honored our veterans!
4th graders at Castle performing "You're A Grand Old Flag."
Students at Cowern gathering to honor their special guests.
Students performing at Richardson.
Harding High School NJROTC Color Guard carrying the US flag at Weaver.
Celebrating Community Education Day with Marnita’s Table
On National Community Education Day, we were proud to bring our community together for a special Marnita’s Table gathering. Over a shared meal and guided conversation, families, neighbors, staff, and students connected with one purpose: to uplift every voice and learn more about what our community needs from Community Education.
By partnering with Marnita’s Table, we created a welcoming, inclusive space to listen deeply and gather meaningful insight that will help shape future programs and services across District 622.
Knights of Columbus Coat Drive
The Knights of Columbus – Council 4967 from the Church of St. Peter raise funds each year to purchase new coats for members of the community. This year, ISD 622 received 72 brand-new coats—more than double the amount donated in previous years. In addition, the council provided coats to 10 other local organizations. Their fundraising efforts, which include events such as booyas, bingo nights, and fish fries, make these generous donations possible.
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
Fall Learning for All Catalog
(The Winter Catalog is in the works and will be available shortly)
Discover enriching classes and activities for all ages, from early childhood to adults.
This season’s beautiful cover art was created by Skyview Middle School student Garrett Norton, and the colorful back cover was designed by Sophia Vue who is also a Skyview student.
Browse the interactive PDF with clickable links for easy course registration.
Visit www.isd622.ce.eleyo.com to register or explore even more offerings.
PDF downloads of the full class listings are also available on our website here:
Youth Enrichment Class Download Adult Enrichment Class Download
Community Education Wants to Hear from You!
In order to better serve our community better, we would like to hear from our community. How familiar are you with Community Education? What interests would you like to explore with Community Education? What is your preferred method of communication? Join us on Zoom to talk about what our students, elders, neighbors and families need. RSVP here to get the Zoom link emailed to you.
Celebrate National Community Education Day with Us!
In honor of National Community Education Day on November 13, District 622 Community Education is once again celebrating with a Learning for All Catalog Cover Contest!
Our Learning for All catalog is published three times a year and reaches over 40,000 households—and this is your chance to design the next cover!
Students and community members of all ages are invited to submit original artwork celebrating the theme “We Love Community Education.” Winners in each age category will receive cash prizes and have their art featured on an upcoming catalog cover.
Submission deadline: December 5, 2025
Learn more and download the entry form here
National Community Education Day
National Community Education Day was November 13, 2025. At District 622 Community Education, we believe in lifelong learning for all ages, from birth to seniors. Our programs offer something for everyone.
View this video from our Community Education leadership team who wanted to extend a very heartfelt thank you to our community and staff who make Community Education possible!
Gladstone Community Education Center's 50th Golden Jubilee
Gladstone Community Education Center celebrated 50 years of service with a dinner and dance with music by The Arcades Band, proudly sponsored by Wulff Funeral Home, part of the Dignity Memorial® network and catered by Donatelli’s.
Marking five decades of Gladstone Senior Programs Gladstone has provided opportunities for lifelong learning, wellness, and community connection for older adults in our district. The Mayor of Maplewood, Marylee Abrams, presented Gladstone with a proclamation at the event.
Special thanks also goes out to: Julia Wolfe, Healthy Aging Initiative at Saint Paul – Ramsey County Public Health, Tamra Lennox, Director of Community Education, Cheryl Gysbers, former Adult and Senior Programs Coordinator and Essentrics Instructor at Gladstone, Lauren Toussaint, VP of Learning & Design at Marnita’s Table, Susan Shorey, our Emcee and Community Education Director License candidate, North and Tartan student volunteers, Rae Schwartz, District Resident, Marni Pumper, District Resident and Patty Peters, District Resident.
1.Marylee Abrams (Mayor of Maplewood) presenting Tamra Lennox (Director of ISD 622 Community Education) with a proclamation for Gladstone Community Education Center’s 50 years of service 2. Jordi Teillard-Cui (ISD 622 Community Education Adult and Senior Programs Coordinator) with Susan Shorey, Gladstone’s Emcee and Community Education Director License candidate 3.The Band “The Arcades” performing for our Golden Jubilee 50 Year Celebration. 4. Donatelli’s catered meal 5. Nichole Price (ISD 622 Adult and Senior Programs clerk) alongside the North and Tartan student volunteers.
Learn English Together!
Join our ELL (English Language Learners) class for children ages birth to 4 and their caregivers!
Enjoy fun learning activities, conversations, and skill-building together three afternoons a week.
Register your child and attending adult(s) today—sliding fee based on income.
Register Here
Or call if you need help registering
English 651-748-7280
Español 651-788-3664
Winter ECFE Classes
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
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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.