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Our Community & Commitment
Perham-Dent Public Schools is a close-knit district located in the heart of Otter Tail County—an area renowned for its 1,000+ scenic lakes and streams. We take immense pride in our commitment to educational excellence and student achievement. Our district carries a long-standing tradition of success, marked by high standardized test scores and prestigious awards in academics, athletics, and the arts.
This dedication to excellence is fueled by a vibrant community spirit. Our citizens are deeply invested in our youth, providing unwavering support for both academic growth and extracurricular programs. We invite you to explore our website and discover why more than 3,000 residents are proud to call Perham home.
Our Schools
Located on U.S. Highway 10 in North Central Minnesota—approximately 70 miles east of Fargo—our district serves just over 1,800 students across four distinct schools. We set high expectations for every learner, from our early childhood and preschool programs through our diverse high school curriculum. At Perham-Dent, we offer a well-rounded educational experience designed to guide and encourage every student to reach their full potential.
Perham High School
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Prairie Wind Middle School
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Heart of the Lakes Elementary School
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Perham Area Learning Center
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Kids Adventure Preschool
Kid’s Adventure is a School Readiness and Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Collaborative.
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Why Choose Perham-Dent?
We are a small K-12 school system that prioritizes an individualized, personalized approach to education. We believe every student is capable of success and deserves the highest quality instruction every single day. By fostering critical thinking and instilling a lifelong love of learning, we prepare our students for a changing world.
Our success is built on a culture of positive relationships. Our entire team—including teachers, administrators, and support staff—is focused on the personal growth of each student. However, our most important partners are the families and local businesses we serve. Together, we play a vital role in preparing our students for a bright and successful future.
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District News
Perham-Dent voters will decide whether state dollars return to our school district
The following is a letter from Representative Tom Murphy and what he thinks about the new Seasonal Recreational Tax Base Replacement Aid. I've always believed the people closest to a problem are best equipped to solve it. Parents, teachers, school board members,...
Perham-Dent Public Schools to Host Referendum Information Session Oct. 19
Perham-Dent Public Schools will host a community Information Session on Monday, October 19, at 6 p.m. in the Perham High School Studio to share information about the district's proposed operating levy referendum, which will appear on this year's ballot. The proposed...
Perham/NYM Tennis celebrates the opening of the new courts
It was a celebratory day at the new Perham Tennis Courts on Thursday, Sept. 24, when members of the Perham Chamber of Commerce joined the Perham/New York Mills Girls Tennis team for a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Although the weather hampered the game action scheduled...
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Watch Live Streams of our activities. For more Perham Yellowjacket Activities information, visit our activities hub.
Perham Football vs. Pillager
It's Hall of Fame Night at the Ted Meinhover Field when the Perham Yellowjackets welcome the Pillager Huskies to town. The Yellowjackets, 4-1, hope to avenge last year's 41-13 defeat to Pillager, 2-3. The Yellowjackets will welcome the newest members to its Hall of...
Perham Volleyball vs. DGF
The Perham Yellowjackets welcome their Heart O'Lakes Conference rival, the DGF Rebels, to the Hive for their only meeting of the season. The Yellowjackets are 4-1 in the HOL, while the Rebels are 3-1 in conference play. Last year, the Rebels beat Perham 3-1 and 3-0,...
Perham Volleyball vs. Fergus Falls
The Perham Yellowjackets hope to exact revenge on the Fergus Falls Otters when the Otters visit the Hive on the back end of a home-and-home series. The Otters knocked off the Yellowjackets in five sets in Fergus Falls in their previous meeting. The Yellowjackets are...
