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School isn’t just a place for learning; it’s where students develop their identities, build friendships, and create memories. For these reasons, it’s crucial for students to take pride in their school. Here’s why: Fosters a Positive Environment When students are proud of their school, they’re more likely to create and maintain a positive atmosphere. Thi…

LEAF 742 kicked off our Adopt-A-Classroom Project at the beginning of this school year and now would like to let you know about our success! LEAF’s goal in the Adopt a Classroom project is to connect businesses, individuals, and groups to specific classrooms to help provide needed supplies that the District is unable to fund. Supporters “adopted” a classro…

Minnesota, once celebrated for its strong education system, is facing a severe funding shortage. Rising costs, inadequate state funding, and disparities between districts are creating an education crisis that’s leaving teachers, students, and communities struggling to make ends meet. In Minnesota, the gap between wealthy and low-income school districts is…

The District 742 Local Education & Activities Foundation (LEAF) is sponsoring an ongoing photo contest for all District 742 students, parents, staff and residents to highlight the positive things happening each day in our public schools.  The focus of this contest is to shine a light on District 742 academics, activities, arts and athletic programs and…

The GRIT Award: Celebrating Hard Work, Resilience, and Innovation Have you ever faced a challenge that seemed too tough to overcome? Maybe it was a tough math problem, learning a new sport, or even working through a difficult project. Everyone faces obstacles, but some people show incredible determination, keep pushing forward, and turn those challenges in…

Homelessness in the United States reached its highest level in nearly two decades, with nearly 772,000 people experiencing homelessness on a single night. This marked an 18% increase from 2023, according to new data from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The surge reflects a combination of factors, including high rents, the end of pande…