Connect-April 7
Dr. Tanya Drake, college and career readiness lead with Osseo Area Schools, recently joined leaders from across the state at the Capitol to connect with state senators and representatives.
During conversations with Representative Huldah Mamanyi-Hiltsley and Senator Warren Limmer, discussions focused on how modern CTE programs prepare students for what comes next after high school in areas such as business, health careers, automotive, engineering, education, and construction.
Osseo Area Schools is continuing to expand these opportunities with the launch of CTE Strands in fall 2026. These pathways are designed to give students hands-on, minds-on learning experiences connected to high-wage, high-demand, high-skilled careers. Future-focused pathways will include business, construction management and design, education, automotive, and health careers.
More information about our CTE programs and Strands can be found on the district's CTE page.
Osseo orchestra invited to Orchestra Hall for festival performance
On March 31, the OSH musicians participated in sectionals with members of the Minnesota Orchestra. They rehearsed, enjoyed a dinner in downtown Minneapolis and then performed in a concert with some of the best eighth and ninth grade orchestras in the state.
"It felt like I was playing in a professional orchestra,” said violinist Maysa Phongsisattanak of the festival. “It was so fancy- the sound cubes, the size of the stage, the balcony seats. I felt so high class!"
"It was a very fun experience, and it felt like a once in a lifetime experience!" added cellist Emmanuella Messan.
Family night brings energy, connection to Basswood Elementary's Kidstop Program
