Teacher Appreciation Week kicked off Monday and is going strong all week!
So far, our teachers have been treated to popcorn from Farmers & Merchants State Bank; coffee, donuts, cookies, bagels, a full sub sandwich bar and so much more from our paras and staff; and more treats and fun to come all week long!
We at Pierz Schools are so fortunate to have hard-working, dedicated teachers working for our students and families. Thank you to all of our teachers!
So far, our teachers have been treated to popcorn from Farmers & Merchants State Bank; coffee, donuts, cookies, bagels, a full sub sandwich bar and so much more from our paras and staff; and more treats and fun to come all week long!
We at Pierz Schools are so fortunate to have hard-working, dedicated teachers working for our students and families. Thank you to all of our teachers!
Today, we express our gratitude for the hard work of Pierz Schools nurses, who are dedicated to keeping our students healthy and safe. These nurses go above and beyond their role, providing daily support beyond medical care. They know every student by name and treat them with compassion.
Their presence offers comfort, care, and reassurance to students in times of illness or need. By promoting wellness, school nurses ensure that students can focus on learning without health concerns. Their commitment and empathy have a positive impact on the school community as a whole. Let's pause and celebrate the invaluable contributions of our dedicated nurses at Pierz Schools!
Thank you to Robin Skwira, Jamie Johnson, and Heather Jurek
Their presence offers comfort, care, and reassurance to students in times of illness or need. By promoting wellness, school nurses ensure that students can focus on learning without health concerns. Their commitment and empathy have a positive impact on the school community as a whole. Let's pause and celebrate the invaluable contributions of our dedicated nurses at Pierz Schools!
Thank you to Robin Skwira, Jamie Johnson, and Heather Jurek
Join us as our 7th and 8th grade band and choir students present their spring concert, "Sound Waves", May 14, starting at 6:30pm in the PAC gym.
Congratulations to the Class of 2026! Please find all the information on dates, times, parking, photos of the graduates, and more on our Class of 2026 webpage: https://www.pierzschools.org/page/class-of-2026
The Pierz Healy High School annual Tractor Parade will be Wednesday, May 6. The parade starts at 2:315pm in front of Pioneer Elementary The parade will travel south on Kamnic Street; west on 1st Ave past the Villa; north on Edward Street, ending at the church parking lot. Come out and show appreciation for our student farmers!
Pioneer Student Council has been collecting pop tabs from students all year—and the results are incredible! They donated a total of 420 pounds, which is equivalent to about $3,000.
Thank you to Greg Tomberlin for stopping by to pick up the pop tabs. This generous donation will help support field trips for local veterans. We’re so proud of our students for making a meaningful impact in our community!
Reminder that May 4, 2026 early release has been changed to May 11, 2026.
2026 4th Grade Math Masters Competition Results
@ Sartell Resource Training and Solutions, 4/28/26
20 teams, 100 individuals competing
Congratulations to all Pierz 4th grade math masters!
Individual Order of Operations Fact Drill
4th- Pierz Red - Arya Coughenour
5th- tie for 5th Pierz 4th Red - Jayden Young
9th- tie for 9th - Brenna Loxterkamp, Pierz Black
Individual Competition
11th - Owen Popp
15th - Emmett Britz
(Almost all were in the top 50 of 100)
Team Competition
tie for 8th- Pierz Black
tie for 8th - Pierz Red
4th Pierz Red
Jayden Young
Arya Coughenour
Edwin Wacker
Owen Popp
Oliver Erickson
1st Alternate: Noah Loidolt
2nd Alternate: Izen Evenson
4th Pierz Black
Brenna Loxterkamp
Kellen Athman
Abigail Kessler
Emmett Britz
Walker Schlieman
1st Alternate Bria Pohlkamp
@ Sartell Resource Training and Solutions, 4/28/26
20 teams, 100 individuals competing
Congratulations to all Pierz 4th grade math masters!
Individual Order of Operations Fact Drill
4th- Pierz Red - Arya Coughenour
5th- tie for 5th Pierz 4th Red - Jayden Young
9th- tie for 9th - Brenna Loxterkamp, Pierz Black
Individual Competition
11th - Owen Popp
15th - Emmett Britz
(Almost all were in the top 50 of 100)
Team Competition
tie for 8th- Pierz Black
tie for 8th - Pierz Red
4th Pierz Red
Jayden Young
Arya Coughenour
Edwin Wacker
Owen Popp
Oliver Erickson
1st Alternate: Noah Loidolt
2nd Alternate: Izen Evenson
4th Pierz Black
Brenna Loxterkamp
Kellen Athman
Abigail Kessler
Emmett Britz
Walker Schlieman
1st Alternate Bria Pohlkamp
Our 5th grade Math Masters brought their A-game to the competition April 24, 2026! We couldn't be more impressed by their hard work and teamwork. Thanks for representing Pierz Schools so well!
17 teams, 85 individuals
Order of Operations Fact Drill
4th- Cullen Herman
5th-Karter Schlegel
10th-Ben Britz
13th -Addy Loidolt
13th -Eastin Silgjord
Individual Awards
16th- Brantley Zupan
17th- Eastin Silgjord
19th- Ben Britz
Team Awards
4th-Pierz Red: Ben Britz, Avery Seppelt, Kaden Gunther, Brantley Zupan, Cullen Herman
(1st- Forestview Brainerd Alpha, 2nd- Forestview Brainerd Beta, 3rd- Henning)
17 teams, 85 individuals
Order of Operations Fact Drill
4th- Cullen Herman
5th-Karter Schlegel
10th-Ben Britz
13th -Addy Loidolt
13th -Eastin Silgjord
Individual Awards
16th- Brantley Zupan
17th- Eastin Silgjord
19th- Ben Britz
Team Awards
4th-Pierz Red: Ben Britz, Avery Seppelt, Kaden Gunther, Brantley Zupan, Cullen Herman
(1st- Forestview Brainerd Alpha, 2nd- Forestview Brainerd Beta, 3rd- Henning)
X marks the Spot:
Students were given a treasure map with missions to complete throughout the day. Missions included: learning what jobs a pirate might have and writing about what job they wanted, adding numbers while trying not to fall off the plank, adding numbers for treasure maps, and designing their own treasure map.
Students were given a treasure map with missions to complete throughout the day. Missions included: learning what jobs a pirate might have and writing about what job they wanted, adding numbers while trying not to fall off the plank, adding numbers for treasure maps, and designing their own treasure map.
Building a safer community starts with a single conversation.
A huge thank you to Officer Hanneken for visiting our 2nd graders Friday! Beyond the safety tips and badge-admiring, these visits are all about community partnership. When our schools and law enforcement work together, our students feel supported, seen, and safe.
Thanks for being such a great role model for our students, Officer Hanneken!
Mr. Monson is teaching an introduction to archery unit in PhyEd this week. Our Pierz 5th and 6th Graders are learning their 11 steps and finding joy in a new activity! I spot some future Pierz Team Archers!
A bus full of students from Pierz Healy High School attended the Construct Tomorrow event on April 7, 2026, at the River's Edge Convention Center in St. Cloud. This statewide event is designed to introduce high school students to careers in the construction trades through interactive, real-world activities and connections with industry professionals. Throughout the morning, students engaged in hands-on demonstrations, learned about apprenticeship opportunities, and gained insight into a wide variety of skilled trades. Events like Construct Tomorrow help students better understand potential career pathways and provide valuable exposure to high-demand fields within the construction industry.
Enjoy the long weekend! There is no school on Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6. Monday is teacher workshop day.
Over the past two weeks, our Kindergarten classes have been diving deep into the world of meteorology! 🌪️ From identifying cloud types to understanding the phases of the water cycle, these students are learning how the world works around them.
The highlight of the week? Storm Jars! This experiment allowed our little scientists to:
Predict outcomes
Observe the saturation point of a "cloud"
Count the drops needed to create a storm
We are so proud of their curiosity and hard work!
The highlight of the week? Storm Jars! This experiment allowed our little scientists to:
Predict outcomes
Observe the saturation point of a "cloud"
Count the drops needed to create a storm
We are so proud of their curiosity and hard work!
We had a fantastic hands-on learning experience in our Horse/Vet Science class this week!
A big thank you to Jess Walcheski for generously bringing in her horse tack and sharing her knowledge with our students. She walked us through the different pieces, explained their uses, and answered lots of great questions from our curious learners.
Opportunities like this bring learning to life and give students a deeper understanding of the real-world side of animal care. We’re so grateful for community members who are willing to share their time and expertise!
A big thank you to Jess Walcheski for generously bringing in her horse tack and sharing her knowledge with our students. She walked us through the different pieces, explained their uses, and answered lots of great questions from our curious learners.
Opportunities like this bring learning to life and give students a deeper understanding of the real-world side of animal care. We’re so grateful for community members who are willing to share their time and expertise!
Pierz MHS is hosting its spring blood drive on April 8, 2026. Schedule your appointment by calling Jaime Strohmeier at 320-468-6458 ext 1426. The blood drive is held in the MAC gym, you can enter door 22.
Our young Art Aspire students learned to draw deer from our talented art volunteer instructor Mitch Becker! Thank you Mitch for sharing your talents with students at Pioneer Elementary!
Pierz Healy High School hosted a Career Expo on March 11, 2026, providing students with a valuable opportunity to explore potential career paths. Across two class periods, more than 80 students engaged with five industry partners of their choice for 10-minute presentations followed by Q&A sessions. This event allowed students and industry representatives to connect, learn about various careers, and plan for the future—creating a meaningful experience for all participants.
We extend our sincere gratitude to the 11 industry partners who made this event possible: AirBorn, Central MN Truck Academy, Knife River, Premium Concrete, Barrett Foods, Complete Grain Systems, Bob's Lumber, RD Floors, Farmers and Merchants State Bank, Pierz Villa, and Unity Bank.
We extend our sincere gratitude to the 11 industry partners who made this event possible: AirBorn, Central MN Truck Academy, Knife River, Premium Concrete, Barrett Foods, Complete Grain Systems, Bob's Lumber, RD Floors, Farmers and Merchants State Bank, Pierz Villa, and Unity Bank.
Here is the link to the livestream of our Large Group Choir Contest in Albany. Our Concert Choir will perform at 10:30 AM tomorrow March 11, 2026.
https://www.youtube.com/live/fTVCRqHTCr0
https://www.youtube.com/live/fTVCRqHTCr0
