School News

• Important Bus Reminders
• Parking Lot Enforcement Begins Fri, Aug 28
• Public School Land Trust
• Last Day to Register for 3rd/4th Grade Theater
• Apply for the Curriculum Advisory Committee
• Tommy Hilfiger Sale Through Mon, Aug 31
• Math Lab Available for MS/US Students
• Battle of the Books Sign Up Through Thu, Sep 3
• Busing Questions
• Update to Spirit Wear Delivery Days
• Picture Day is Wed, Sep 9
• 8th Grade DC Trip Informational Meeting on Wed, Sep 9
• Prep Marathon on Fri, Oct 9 – Sponsorships Available
• Save the Date for the LS Root Beer Float Party on Fri, Sep 11
• News from the Activities Department
• Get Your Prep Gear

'Make Your Life Extraordinary' Mural

Students in Claire Fiedler's Drawing II conceptualized and created this beautiful mural going up the stairs to the Upper School hallway that will be on display for the 2026-2027 school year.

Thank you to these students and Ms. Fiedler for this beautiful artwork which reminds us to make our lives extraordinary!

Important Bus Reminders

• We have 6 buses going to OMS, but many students are boarding the wrong ones to ride with friends, causing major delays at OMS. Starting on Monday, bus drivers will not open their doors to let students switch buses if they chose to get on the wrong shuttles.
• Students are not allowed to take friends home with them on the bus, even with a parental note. There are not enough spots on the buses for these students. If a student is not on the roster for a bus, the driver will not allow them to get on.

Parking Lot Enforcement Begins on Friday, August 28

Parking lot enforcement will begin on Friday, August 28. All drivers must have a 2026-2027 parking permit displayed in their vehicles. Vehicles without a valid permit will be ticketed. Click here to review the ticketing/enforcement process.

Public School Land Trust and the Upcoming Election

Revenue generated from the MN Public School Land Trust helps support public school districts, including charter schools. This November, voters will be asked to consider a constitutional amendment to update how distributions are calculated, which can directly impact St. Croix Prep. Click here to view a video to learn more.

Lower School Theater for 3rd and 4th Graders – Today is the Last Day to Register

Registration is now open for our 3rd and 4th Grade fall musical, Summer Camp: A Musical Caper About Finding a Place to Belong! Rehearsals are Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 3:05 – 4:30 p.m. beginning September 14, with performances on November 19 and 20.

Registration is by lottery (20 students per grade), and families will be notified after the registration window closes. You can sign your child up at the links below or go through the school website now through Friday, August 28.

More information can be found on the school website under Lower School Theater. Email Ms. Gonzalez with any questions.

Apply to Be a Member of the Curriculum Advisory Committee – Deadline to Apply is Friday, August 28

We are seeking parent volunteers to serve on St. Croix Prep’s Curriculum Advisory Committee. This year, the committee will focus on adopting math curriculum for the 27-28 school year. If you are interested in volunteering your time on this advisory committee, please complete an application by Friday, August 28th. The first virtual committee meeting will be on Wednesday, September 16th at 4:00 PM. Click here to apply.

School Uniforms by Tommy Hilfiger Buy More, Save More Promotion

Now through Monday, August 31 Tommy Hilfiger is promoting a Buy More, Save More sale up to 20% off. The more you order, the more you save:

• Spend $50-$149.99, save 10%
• Spend $150-$249.99, save 15%
• Spend $250 or more, save 20%

Use promo code AG26V2BMEM at checkout. Click here to shop.

Math Lab for Middle and Upper School Students on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays

Need a little extra help with math? Math Lab is available for Middle and Upper School students who need homework help or have math questions. Stop by Room 233 after school until 3:55 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

Whether you’re stuck on a homework problem or looking to better understand a concept, we’re here to help!

Registration Now Open for Battle of the Books for Students in Grade 3-5 – Deadline is September 3

Battle of the Books (BoB) is largely an independent activity with a team component. Participants will read books individually and then compete as a team on book trivia at a “Battle.” BoB a fun way to expand participants’ reading horizons and to give readers a good challenge!

Students in grades 3-5 are welcome to sign up. Register on Bound by September 3. Click here to learn more.

Busing Questions

If you have any questions regarding busing, please go to the Stillwater Transportation website for answers to common questions and instructions for how to reach out to their team with any concerns.

The Branding Wearhouse – Spirit Wear Orders

Going forward, The Branding Wearhouse will be delivering spirit wear orders on Mondays at the end of the day (instead of Fridays), with pickup available on Tuesdays. Orders placed by noon on Thursday will be available after the following week.

Picture Day is Wednesday, September 9

Picture Day is Wednesday, September 9. All students must wear their school uniform. Click here for more information.

Pictures are ordered online after proofs are emailed to parents/guardians. The link for your student's photos will be sent to the parent email(s) on file with the school.

Re-Take Day will be Tuesday, October 6.

2027 8th Grade Washington D.C. Trip Informational Meeting on Wednesday, September 9 at 6:00 pm in the PAC

The informational meeting for the upcoming 8th-grade Washington, D.C. trip will be held on Wednesday, September 9, at 6:00 pm in the PAC. At the meeting, Mrs. Bukowski will go over the dates of the trip, the tentative itinerary, accommodations, costs, and fundraising opportunities. All 8th-grade students interested in this trip are encouraged to attend with their parents/guardians.

If you cannot attend the meeting but still want information, please email Ms. Bukowski.

Save the Date for the 2026 Prep Marathon on Friday, October 9

We’re excited to announce that our annual Marathon Fundraiser will take place on Friday, October 9! This event is one of our biggest and most important fundraisers of the year, helping to ensure the best educational experience for our students. Stay tuned—more details will be shared soon!

Sponsorship opportunities now available – we would love to partner with your business or organization. Email Susan Peterson to learn more!

We are hiring! Interested in joining our team? Click here for more information.

Save the Date for the Lower School Root Beer Float Party on Friday, September 11 from 5:00-7:00 pm

Save the date for the Lower School Root Beer Float Party on Friday, September 11 from 5:00-7:00 pm. This is a great opportunity to meet other families!

We need parent volunteers to help organize this event. Click here to sign up.

Support the Boys Soccer Paper Shredding Fundraising Event on Saturday, September 12 from 10:00-12:00 pm

Support the Boys Soccer Shred Right For Good Fundraising Event on Saturday, September 12 from 10:00-12:00 pm. Drop off your shredding in the Fiesta Cancun parking lot in Oak Park Heights.

Sponsored by American Mortgage Brokers – 100% of all donations will go directly to the team. Fiesta Cancun is giving a $10 gift card for anyone who donates!

Upcoming Home Varsity Games

• Boys Soccer Game vs. PACT Charter on Friday, August 28 at 7:00 pm in Prep Stadium.
• Girls Volleyball vs. PACT Charter on Tuesday, September 1 at 7:00 pm in the gymnasium.
• Boys Soccer Game vs Spectrum on Tuesday, September 1 at 5:00 pm in Prep Stadium
• Girls Soccer Game vs. St. Paul Humboldt on Tuesday, September 1 at 7:00 pm in Prep Stadium.
• Girls Volleyball vs. Tartan on Thursday, September 3 at 7:00 pm in the gymnasium.

Boys Traveling Basketball Tryouts on Saturday, September 26 for Grades 4-7

Boys traveling basketball tryouts will be held on Saturday, September 26. The schedule for tryouts is the following:

• 4th Grade – 12:00-1:00pm
• 5th Grade – 1:00-2:00pm
• 6th Grade – 2:00-3:00pm
• 7th Grade – 3:00-4:00pm

Don't Forget to Get Your Prep Gear

Check out The Branding Wearhouse website – your source for all Prep spirit wear! Click here to shop.

Click here to shop for a specific activity or click here to shop for athletic team apparel.

All items are delivered to school at no charge on Fridays and will be distributed the following week (orders must be received the previous Thursday by noon for orders to be delivered the following Friday).