What's Happening at West!
October 2026
Message from Assistant Principal Josh Joriman
Hello Middle School West Families,
Welcome to the 2026-27 school year at STMA Middle School West! My name is Josh Joriman, and I am honored to introduce myself and serve as your Assistant Principal.
While the role is new, my family and I have been a part of this district over the last decade. Prior to this new opportunity, I taught Social Studies at STMA High School for 11 years. I have coached wrestling for 13 years in our program—including eight years as the head coach. Over the years, I’ve also had the privilege of coaching Middle School Football, Strength and Conditioning, and serving in other various roles and committees throughout our district.
STMA is an uncommon community. I have seen firsthand the relentless hard work, dedication, and grit that our students, staff, and families pour into preparing our kids for the future. I love our schools, and I am deeply passionate about this new opportunity to serve our Middle School West students, staff and families.
A little about my background:
Education: B.S. in Social Studies Education & B.A. in Political Science (St. Cloud State, where I also wrestled); M.A. in Educational Leadership (St. Mary’s University); Ed.S. in School Administration (Concordia-St. Paul).
Family: My wife (Rachelle) and I have two children, a daughter named Joey (6) and a son named Jonah (2). As a family, we love outdoor activities and showing up to support all things STMA.
Every new school year brings a wealth of opportunities for growth, learning, and development. Middle School West has an incredibly strong network of educators, support staff, and specialists but the most critical piece of that network is you.
Education is a team sport, and I firmly believe that our students thrive when schools and families work hand-in-hand. I look forward to partnering closely with you to ensure our students have the support, encouragement, and accountability they need to discover their own versions of success.
I cannot wait to get to work with your students. Let’s make it a great year.
Go Knights!
Josh Joriman
STMA Middle School West
Assistant Principal
763-497-4524
Middle School West Families,
Join us for an afternoon of community, connection, and fun at our upcoming MSW Family Knight! Bring the whole family and be sure to pick up your MSW Passport when you arrive
and see how many activity stamps you can collect!
Date: October 8, 2026
Time: 3:45–5:45 PM
** WHAT'S THE SCOOP Ice Cream will be available for Purchase **
Popcorn too!
We’re excited to welcome families to Fall Conferences & Book Fair this October!
Thursday, October 8 – Family Knight (3:45–5:45 PM)
Join us for a fun evening with activities like four sqaure, Jenga, Volleyball, Basketball, and more! What's the Scoop Ice cream will also be available to purchase.Monday, October 12 – Standard 1:1 Conferences (3:45–7:45 PM)
What's the Scoop Ice cream will also be available to purchase.
We are looking for volunteers to help make our fall Scholastic Book Fair a success!
October 6th - October 13th
Book Fair Set-Up – Tuesday, October 6
We may need help with set-up between 9:30 AM and 1:00 PM. If you have flexible availability, please email Mrs. Hennies at laurenh@mystma.org with your name and phone number.
Book Fair Volunteers
We also need volunteers to help at the registers during morning and evening hours.
MSW Book Fair Volunteer Sign Up
Please Note: All volunteers must have a current background check on file with the district.
Thank you for supporting our students and helping make the Book Fair a success!
Questions? Contact Mrs. Hennies at laurenh@mystma.org.
Find information HERE!
To shop online, learn more about the fair, and set up an E-Wallet click on the link below:
MSW Scholastic Book Fair Website
Are you looking for a volunteer opportunity? We are in need of volunteers to support the fall Scholastic Book Fair. Volunteers must have a current background check on file with the district. We may need help with book fair set up on Tuesday, October 6th. We do not have an exact time frame. Set up will take place somewhere between 9:30 am and 1pm. If you would have flexible availability for this date please email Mrs. Hennies at laurenh@mystma.org. Include your name and phone number for contact. We welcome and appreciate all volunteer help to make this event a success!
We are also in need of volunteers to help staff registers in the mornings and evenings. To volunteer please visit the link below:
MSW Book Fair Volunteer Sign Up
Where & When:
MSW Media Center
Wednesday, October 7th 8am-3pm (students)
Thursday, October 8th 8am-3pm (students) and during Family Knight from 3:45-5:45pm (students & families)
Friday, October 9th 8am-3pm (students)
Monday, October 12th 8am-3pm (students) and during conferences from 3:45-7:45pm (students and families)
Tuesday, October 13th 8am-end of Kort (wrap up), take down day (students)
If you have any additional questions you can reach out to Mrs. Hennies with questions at:
Thanks so much for your support of the Scholastic Book Fair!
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Lauren Hennies
Media Specialist
STMA Middle School East 763-497-2655 x3216
STMA Middle School West 763-497-4524 x4136
If interested in Volunteering at MSW or becoming a PTO member: Click here:
Contact Jen Penserga for PTO questions: jenniferpen@mystma.org
Lauren Keyes
School Counselor (Last names A-L)
Melanie Chapman
School Couselor (Last names M-Z)
Krista Brannan
Social Worker
LOST AND FOUND
Lost and Found items are turned into the main office
where their owners may claim them by proper identification.
** label valuable items: coats, sweatshirts, gloves, hats, binders etc.**
Lost and found items are removed by the 15th of the month and donated locally.
