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On the evening of April 24, staff and students at Osseo Middle School unveiled their completed Colors of Community mural, which reflects the shared history and vibrant spirit of the community. The mural, thanks to a grant from the District 279 Foundation, explored students' relationships with their surroundings through collaborative art and was spearheaded by art teacher Gretchen Abegglen, in partnership with Indian Education Specialist Jill Lindl and Artist in Residence Kevin Kluever. The mural, displayed in the hallway, will stay up for years to come. 

The Osseo Robotics program saw remarkable success this season, with three of their teams participating in the state tournament on Feb. 27-28. This achievement represented the culmination of significant hard work, dedication and technical skill by the students, who have spent countless hours designing, building and programming their robots. 

March 3-7, 2025 marks National School Social Work Week. In Osseo Area Schools, social workers at elementary, middle and high schools work each day to advocate for students' well-being, providing emotional support, resources, and guidance to help them overcome challenges and succeed academically and personally.

Eighth grade orchestra students from the district’s four middle schools come together each year to create one massive orchestra for one day, which includes a performance for family and friends after a full day of rehearsals. 

The Minnesota Association of School Administrators (MASA) recently announced their 2025 Regional Administrators of Excellence, and Osseo Area Schools’ Superintendent, Dr. Kim Hiel, has been recognized as the organization’s award winner for region nine.