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Perham High School kicked off 2023 Homecoming week with its annual Coronation Ceremony at the Hive on Sept. 17.  The event kicks off a week of activities such as dress up days, the annual Homecoming Pepfest, the Homecoming Parade, which all lead into the football game with Little Falls and the conclusion of the HomecomingRead more

Perham Public Schools staff members welcomed back students for the first day of the 2023-24 new school year and it was an exciting first day of school for both students and staff. Perham Public Schools Superintendent Mitch Anderson was happy with how the day went on the first day.  “There has certainly been a lotRead more

Perham Public Schools and the Perham Police Department have named Manny Reyes the School Resource Officer for the 2023-24 school year. While many districts are opting to suspend the program at this time due to changes in legislation, both parties agreed that it was a mutual benefit to continue the program. The new law drawingRead more

Students at Perham High School earned academic honors from the College Board National Recognition Programs. These programs celebrate students’ hard work in high school and showcase their strong academic performance. The academic honors for rural area, Black, Indigenous, and/or Latino students are an opportunity for students to share their strong academic achievements with colleges andRead more

The following is a series on Independent School District 549 retirees for the 2023 school year.  One way or another, Mike Meader had a way of delivering things. Whether it was for the United States Postal Service or if it was for Independent School District 549 where he served multiple roles, but most recently asRead more

The following is the sixth in a series on Independent School District 549 retirees for the 2023 school year.  Perham High School Science Teacher Shawn Stafki is stepping away from the job. Stafki has served 28 years with Independent School District 549. He has worn many different hats for the ISD 549 during his tenureRead more

The following is the second in a series on Independent School District 549 retirees for the 2023 school year.  Perham High School’s Mr. Fix-It, is hanging up the belt and retiring from Independent School District 549 after 13 years in the Maintenance Department. During the day, Terry Lehman can be found all over the PerhamRead more

The following is the first in a series on Independent School District 549 retirees for the 2023 school year.  After first retiring, Kevin Kosiak came back when Independent School District 549 found itself in a bind after a departure from the music department. Kosiak helped fill the void for the 2022-23 school year, but willRead more

Congresswoman Fischbach’s office received over 40 submissions for this year’s Congressional Art Competition, and the winners have been selected. “Congratulations to Ashlyn from Central Minnesota Christian School, this year’s Congressional Art Competition winner. Your stunning piece, ‘Earth’s Little Wonder’ will hang in the U.S. Capitol for one year, to be seen by thousands of people, including staff,Read more

Pam Ehnert, a custodian for Perham Public Schools and member of Minnesota School Employees Association, was honored in Washington D.C. as one of the 2023 Recognizing Inspirational School Employees (RISE) Award winners. This annual award is given to five individuals across the country who demonstrate extraordinary and inspirational actions in their schools and communities toRead more