May 16, 2025 - Issue #145 | | Celebrating our Retirees and Years of Service | | |
This week, Pierz Schools honored our retirees and years-of-service staff during our annual celebration event. With a combined 74 years of teaching experience, Mrs. Denise Gruber and Mrs. Deanna Fuhrman were recognized as they prepare to retire from their roles at Pioneer Elementary. Both shared heartfelt reflections on the importance of family support and the strong sense of tradition that has shaped our school into the special place it is today.
During the celebration, George shared a few words about our head of transportation, Tracy Voigt, who celebrated 20 years of service at Pierz Schools, highlighting the many hats she wears in our school community. Whether she’s greeting students and visitors at the high school front desk, helping in the kitchen, leading afterschool student activities like Magic Club, or simply being a dependable presence, Tracy exemplifies dedication. Her consistency, reliability, and work ethic do not go unnoticed—she is always here, always available, and always making a difference.
| | Track team running towards championships | | |
The Pierz Boys and Girls Track teams are headed to state this weekend! Earlier this month, both teams took first in True Team sections to earn their place at at the Class A State True Team meet on Saturday, May 17 at Eden Prairie High School starting at 10am. Congratulations to all of our hard-working student athletes and coaches, and Go Pioneers! For the full section results, visit Rick Grammond's Facebook page
Come out at 12:45pm TODAY on Main Street Pierz as the team will be escorted out of town on their way to State!
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Tractor Day for May 21: Take Two | | This week brought a slight snafu in the annual Drive Your Tractor to School Day parade. Because of the congestion in town and safety concerns for all involved, the parade schedule for Wednesday of this week was delayed until Wednesday, May 21. We appreciate all the students and farm families who worked hard to get their tractors here, and we are looking forward to the parade next week! The route will come south on Kamnic in front of the school then turn east and go along Park Avenue, ending at Litke's Vet Clinic. | | Summer Pump: The Pioneer Power Program | | |
Attention Pierz Parents, Student-Athletes & Coaches!
It’s time for students to get registered for the Pierz Power Program. According to program organizers, this year’s summer weight training set-up is the best it has ever been. Every opportunity offered through the program is designed to help each athlete achieve their individual goals.
While participation is ultimately a personal choice, one message remains consistent: “Weight training isn't for everyone—but neither is winning or success.” With a variety of options available, including morning and evening sessions as well as FOB access for students age 16 and older, there are no excuses for not getting into the weight room.
Students entering grades 6–12 are invited to participate in Summer 2025 Pierz Power Program. With multiple training options, there's something for everyone ready to commit to growth, strength, and success!
💪 Morning Session
- Dates: June 2 – July 31 (No workouts June 19 or June 29–July 4)
- Days: Mon–Thurs
- Time: 8:00–9:45 AM
- Who: Students entering grades 6–12
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Led by: Pierz Coaches using the ETS training program
- Location: Pierz High School Fitness Center & Track
🌙 Evening Session (Back Again!)
- Dates: June 1 – July 30 (No workouts June 19 or June 29–July 4)
- Days: Sun–Wed
- Time: 7:00–9:00 PM
- Who: Students entering grades 9–12
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Led by: ETS trainers Learn more »
- Location: Pierz High School Fitness Center & Track
🔑 FOB All-Access
- Dates: June 1 – July 31
- Who: Pierz Power Program participants age 16+
- Note: Waiver required and $20 deposit returned when FOB is returned
💲Cost
- $100 per student
- $200 family max
What is the Pierz Power Program?
By combining weightlifting, agility, speed, cardiovascular endurance, plyometrics, and core stability, the Pierz Power Program improves whole body strength, athleticism, and reduces risk of sports injuries. Coaching Staff from Pierz High School will be coaching every session!
Program Specifics:
- Athletes will have 4 days of professionally designed training per week
- Developmentally appropriate exercises are used to build confidence so that we can unlock a student-athlete’s true potential
- Physical performance testing will be performed throughout the program
- Athletes will be 100% coached during the entire program – Pierz Coaches will instruct all workouts (No “open weight room time” with minimal structure or supervision)
Pierz Power Program Goals:
- Build strength, improve athletic performance, reduce risk of injury, increase vertical, maximize speed, agility, power, and explosiveness, unlock a student-athlete’s true potential, and provide a professional and structured training environment.
Register Online
| | Celebrating the Class of 2025 | | As graduation day nears for the Class of 2025 (May 23!), we are getting ready to celebrate our seniors. If you'd like to meet our seniors, or hear of their plans after leaving these hallowed Healy halls, check out our district Facebook page or district Instagram (@pierzschoolsofficial). Additionally, all senior photos are posted on our Class of 2025 tab on our homepage, along with their class song, awards night information, and more. | | Happenings at Pioneer Elementary | | Fourth graders took a trip to Camp Shamineau near Motley for team building games, zip lining, laser tag, and leather making. | | Third graders checked out the massive machines in the school parking lot on Drive Your Tractor Day at the high school. | | Preschoolers visited the Pine Grove Zoo in Little Falls. | | Kindergarteners have an ABC countdown until the last day of school: 'G' is for Glow Day! | | Spanish Students Read to Elementary | | Ms. Becker's high school Spanish classes spent time at Pioneer Elementary last week, reading the books they wrote and illustrated. The saying is true, "To teach is to learn twice", and the students all had fun time learning from each other! | | |
May 23: Healy High School Graduation, May 23, 7pm in the MAC
May 30: Last Day of School, Early Dismissal at 11:50am; lunch will be served to all grades
| | Pierz Community Education | | |
Summer EBT is now SUN Bucks. SUN Bucks is an income-based food support program that provides families with $120 per eligible school-aged child to buy groceries when school is out for the summer. Most eligible children are automatically enrolled. When children no longer receive free meals at school, their households might need extra help to put food on the table. The SUN Bucks program is designed to meet this seasonal need.
Click here for additional information
Apply for Benefits
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Oasis Central MN is a non-profit located in Little Falls, MN and is looking to gather information from families on who would be interested in participating in a potential summer meal program in your area. If you are interested, please fill out this survey.
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The majority of summer offerings are ready for registration! The new online store has categories for Recreation (mainly consisting of sports and athletic camps) and Enrichment (art, music, cooking) classes. Some do have limited enrollment, so register soon! If we know a class is popular, we can try to add another session.
All grades referenced refer to this school year unless otherwise noted. So register for the grade your child is in!
The online store is different than last summer and hopefully you will find it more user-friendly; but you may need to create an account if you haven't registered for anything this school year. Please call if you need help, that's what I am here for! x1906
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Spots for summer Behind the Wheel filled quickly!
Dates for the school year (25-26) will be posted in mid-August. Remember to register early to reserve dates about 3 weeks prior to when you want to take the road test.
A few additional sessions will be added as needed. If you need something not available at this time, please email sfunk@pierzschools.org . We can accommodate you.
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Pierz Public Schools #484
pierzschools@pierz.k12.mn.us
District Office: 320.468.6458
112 Kamnic Street, Pierz, MN 56364
www.pierzschools.org
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