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Here is the Yearly District Calendar for the 2019-20 school year. It’ll be here before we know it! CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOADRead more

Stuff the Bus applications are now available to families that could use some extra help with school supplies for their school-aged children (Pre-K through 12th Grade). The only qualifications are being an Otter Tail County resident or going to school in Otter Tail County. Applications must be received at the United Way office by JulyRead more

Perham High School’s Annika Kovar was named one of Minnesota’s top two youth volunteers of 2019 in the 24th annual Prudential Spirit of Community Awards. She was recently honored at a national awards ceremony in Washington, D.C. We received the following videos and press release about her trip. The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, sponsored by Prudential Financial in partnershipRead more

On Wednesday, May 1, Perham High School hosted the annual Community Scholarship Program. It is remarkable to see all of the community giving and support that is shared with our students. We are thankful for all of the different organizations, memorial funds, businesses, and families that provide funds for our students. Bremer Bank Dixie Carow and GageRead more

Our Science Research Team had some great successes at the State Science Fair, and we couldn’t be prouder. Here is a breakdown of their projects and awards. Audrey Tumberg Audrey examined the effects of various types of surfaces and cleansers on household surfaces. Gage Grunst Gage was awarded a Silver Medal in Environmental Science. HisRead more

On Thursday, April 4, Superintendent Mitch Anderson accepted the Leadership Award on behalf of the Perham High School Leadership Team. The award was given by the Perham Area Chamber of Commerce during their annual Chamber Choice Awards Banquet. The Leadership Award is given to a person or group of people who have done an especiallyRead more

CONGRATULATIONS to Perham High School students Jose Perez (1st place) and Sadie Bjorklund (2nd place) on their winning entries in the Patriotic Creative Art Contest sponsored by the VFW!  Jose’s drawing has been forwarded on to the District level for judging in this national scholarship contest. Jose and Sadie pictured with Auxiliary Members Nancy SchmitzRead more

The Perham-Dent School District is in the initial stage of developing a strategic plan. The school board is working with the Minnesota School Boards Association (MSBA) to provide guidance and assist with the planning. The school board is seeking input from school district residents and staff to help in identifying the school district’s strengths andRead more

The Perham-Dent School Board is developing a strategic plan. The School Board is soliciting input from school district residents and staff. The purpose of this perception survey is to provide input on the process of determining what the school district is doing well and areas that might need attention or focus as a part ofRead more

Perham High School’s Annika Kovar has been named one of Minnesota’s top two youth volunteers of 2019 in the 24th annualPrudential Spirit of Community Awards. The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, sponsored by Prudential Financial in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP), honors middle level and high school students nationwide for outstanding volunteer service. Prudential’sRead more