Mankato
For the 2025-26 school year, we are excited to introduce three unique elementary school models: Bridges Community School (Global Studies), Jefferson Elementary (Outdoor/Nature-Based), and Rosa Parks (STEAM).
Our enrollment process will open on November 25th. To learn more about this process, visit our Focus School webpage.
Application Process and Timeline
Selecting the right school for your child is an important decision! We encourage families to tour our focus schools to find the best fit. Contact your desired school to arrange a tour. All late applications (submitted after the window closes) are automatically added to the waitlist, and students may be admitted from the waitlist until July 15.
School Year: 2025-26
Application Window: November 25, 2024 - January 24, 2025
Notification of Enrollment to all Families: February 14, 2025
Deadline to Accept or Decline Accepted Applications:* March 1
*If you do not accept the enrollment seat your child has been awarded by the March 1st, 2025 deadline, the seat will be offered to the next applicant on the waitlist.
Submit your application by January 24, 2025, through our Infinite Campus Online Parent Portal.
General Enrollment Information Virtual Session for Families
Monday, December 2 · 12:00 – 1:00pm
Time zone: America/Chicago
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/vwa-rzpy-wks
Or dial: (US) +1 304-825-5540 PIN: 212 413 987#
Winter weather will be here soon, so it’s a good idea to have a plan for your family in case of school closings, early dismissals, or late starts.
Notices for school closings and early dismissals will be posted on the following websites, radio, and television stations. You can also hear a recorded message on the District Notification Line at 507-387-6046.
Other ways to track school closing delays/dismissals/closures:
● www.isd77.org ● katoinfo.com ● mankatofreepress.com ● southernminnesotanews.com ● keyc.com ● KEYC 12 - TV AND MANY MORE.
Click HERE for a copy of the Winter Weather Information.
Join Our Team! Community Education Enrichment Specialist
Summary of Duties:
Plan, develop, deliver, and promote adult and youth programs of Mankato Community Education.
Rate of Pay: $26.00 per hour
For more information on this position or to Apply Click on the link below
https://www.applitrack.com/.../jobpostings/view.asp...
For further information, contact Community Education at 507-387-5501.
Monday, November 25, 2024
Kindergarten Enrollment and Focus School Enrollment Window OPENS
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
MAPS No School K-5
Wednesday - Friday, November 27-29, 2024
MAPS No School K-12
All School Closed (School Offices Closed)
Thursday and Friday, November 28-29, 2024
K-12 student NO SCHOOL and ALL School and District Offices CLOSED
Monday, December 9, 2024
School Board Work Session 5:15 - IGC - Minnesota River Room
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
Early Release
Monday, December 16, 2024
School Board Meeting - -5:30 - IGC - Mankato Room
Monday, December 23, 2024 - January 1, 2025
No School K-12