FINAL DAY TO ORDER IS MONDAY, OCTOBER 20TH!!
COUGARWEAR IS BACK
Orders are being taken for this year's Cougarwear items designed and sold by the Small Business Entrepreneurship class. This will be the ONLY order with delivery on Wednesday, December 10, from 5:30 - 7 pm outside the District Office -- just in time for Christmas.
All items must be ordered online at https://cougarwear2025.spiritsale.com through Monday, October 20, 2025.
COUGARWEAR IS BACK
Orders are being taken for this year's Cougarwear items designed and sold by the Small Business Entrepreneurship class. This will be the ONLY order with delivery on Wednesday, December 10, from 5:30 - 7 pm outside the District Office -- just in time for Christmas.
All items must be ordered online at https://cougarwear2025.spiritsale.com through Monday, October 20, 2025.
A huge thank you to Briese Iron Works in Rochester for generously donating two pallets of scrap metal for our welding program! These materials will provide our students with valuable, hands-on experience working with thicker metal—just like they’ll encounter in real-world welding settings.
A special shoutout to Jen Schroeder for coordinating this great opportunity for our students!
7th and 8th grade football will play on the Varsity football field today. 7th grade will play at 4:30, 8th grade will follow at 6:00.
We love having fun while learning at ZM Primary! Mrs. Ferguson’s class enjoyed Cheeto Bones to create skeletons as they finished up their unit on the Human Body!
Ms. Krause's 9th grade students wrapped up their tennis unit today with a championship game.
Today the Mazeppa Fire Department came to the Elementary School to discuss Fire Safety. There were a number of stations involving fire extinguisher use, carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, The American Red Cross, fire dangers and some of the older students learned a little about CPR. Thanks to the Mazeppa Fire Department and their volunteers who came in!
Please save the date. Join us for an evening of carnival games, dancing, bingo, silent auction, Halloween costumes and concessions. We are looking forward to a fun-filled night!
🕒 Last Call for Cougar Blankets! 🕒
🐾Don’t miss your chance to cozy up with Cougar Pride this winter! 🐾
Blankets are $28 each, and all proceeds support the ZM Culture & Climate Committee—funding teacher appreciation, student recognition, and community-building events.
🎁 Orders close October 12th, 2025, and pickup will be ready before Christmas!
Order yours today and show your Cougar spirit! Click HERE to order!
#CougarPride #ZMCougars #CozyupwithCougarPride
Questions: kates@zmschk12.mn.k12.mn.us
🐾Don’t miss your chance to cozy up with Cougar Pride this winter! 🐾
Blankets are $28 each, and all proceeds support the ZM Culture & Climate Committee—funding teacher appreciation, student recognition, and community-building events.
🎁 Orders close October 12th, 2025, and pickup will be ready before Christmas!
Order yours today and show your Cougar spirit! Click HERE to order!
#CougarPride #ZMCougars #CozyupwithCougarPride
Questions: kates@zmschk12.mn.k12.mn.us
🚨ZM Primary Building🚒
Thank you to the Zumbrota Fire Department for teaching us all about fire safety! We learned about fire safety and love our new hats!
Congratulations to our September Primary Students of the Month! Students were selected for demonstrating positive behavior and exemplifying Cougar Pride Student characteristics!
🌸 Create Your Own Wooden Flower Arrangement
Join us for a fun and creative class where you'll design a beautiful wooden flower arrangement in a rustic-style box! Using soft, customizable sola wood flowers, you’ll learn how to arrange and style these long-lasting blooms to match your unique taste.
Perfect for beginners or seasoned crafters — no green thumb required! Come ready to relax, create, and take home a gorgeous piece that never wilts.
Instructor: Charise Mehrkens
Date: Thursday, October 9
Time: 6:00 – 7:15 PM
Location: Old Soul Boutique, Main St., Zumbrota
Fee: $40
Register by: Wednesday, October 8 at 8:00 AM
Online Registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getcategory/program_id/6
Questions? Call the ZM Community Ed Office at 507-732-4244
Join us for a fun and creative class where you'll design a beautiful wooden flower arrangement in a rustic-style box! Using soft, customizable sola wood flowers, you’ll learn how to arrange and style these long-lasting blooms to match your unique taste.
Perfect for beginners or seasoned crafters — no green thumb required! Come ready to relax, create, and take home a gorgeous piece that never wilts.
Instructor: Charise Mehrkens
Date: Thursday, October 9
Time: 6:00 – 7:15 PM
Location: Old Soul Boutique, Main St., Zumbrota
Fee: $40
Register by: Wednesday, October 8 at 8:00 AM
Online Registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getcategory/program_id/6
Questions? Call the ZM Community Ed Office at 507-732-4244
🎬 Register Today – Special Movie Trip! 🍿
On this non-school day, hop on the bus with us for an exclusive trip to the Marcus Rochester Cinema! Our group will get to see Pets on a Train one day before the official release date – how cool is that? 🙌
🐾 About the Movie:
When a crew of animal bandits sets out for a simple swindle, they’re caught up in a high-speed train heist. Now it’s up to Falcon, a mischievous raccoon, and Rex, a by-the-book police dog, to save the day. This PG-rated adventure is packed with action, laughs, and heart!
🎟️ Fee Includes:
✔️ Bus transportation
✔️ Supervision
✔️ Movie ticket
✔️ Popcorn & drink
📅 Thursday, October 16th
Grades 3–6 | Cost: $32
Depart ZMES (Mazeppa playground side): 11:45 AM | Return 3:45 PM
Depart ZMPS/Cougar Care (Zumbrota): 12:00 PM | Return 3:30 PM
🚍 All participants MUST ride the bus both ways.
⚠️ Register by Monday, October 6th at 8:00AM
👉 Don’t miss your chance to see this movie early – spots are limited!
Online Registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getclass/category_id/2/program_id/2
Questions? Call the ZM Community Ed Office at 507-732-4244
On this non-school day, hop on the bus with us for an exclusive trip to the Marcus Rochester Cinema! Our group will get to see Pets on a Train one day before the official release date – how cool is that? 🙌
🐾 About the Movie:
When a crew of animal bandits sets out for a simple swindle, they’re caught up in a high-speed train heist. Now it’s up to Falcon, a mischievous raccoon, and Rex, a by-the-book police dog, to save the day. This PG-rated adventure is packed with action, laughs, and heart!
🎟️ Fee Includes:
✔️ Bus transportation
✔️ Supervision
✔️ Movie ticket
✔️ Popcorn & drink
📅 Thursday, October 16th
Grades 3–6 | Cost: $32
Depart ZMES (Mazeppa playground side): 11:45 AM | Return 3:45 PM
Depart ZMPS/Cougar Care (Zumbrota): 12:00 PM | Return 3:30 PM
🚍 All participants MUST ride the bus both ways.
⚠️ Register by Monday, October 6th at 8:00AM
👉 Don’t miss your chance to see this movie early – spots are limited!
Online Registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getclass/category_id/2/program_id/2
Questions? Call the ZM Community Ed Office at 507-732-4244
🍳 Discover the Delicious Secret of Thai “Son-in-Law” Eggs!
Spice up your evening with a fun, hands-on Thai cooking class! Learn how to make Khai Look Khoey — Thailand’s famous “Son-in-Law Eggs.” Crispy on the outside, soft and flavorful on the inside, and topped with a tangy-sweet tamarind sauce, this dish is bursting with tradition and taste.
👩🍳 You’ll enjoy:
✨ A live cooking demonstration
✨ Hands-on experience making your own dish
✨ The playful Thai story behind the name
✨ Pro tips for perfect results every time
✨ Tasting your delicious creation together!
Instructor: Aoy Post
📅 Saturday, October 25th
📍 ZMMS/HS FCS Room #169
⏰ 4:30–6:30 PM
💲 $35
No cooking experience needed — just bring your curiosity, your appetite, and a smile! 🍴
Online Registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getcategory/program_id/6
Questions? Call the ZM Community Ed office at 507-732-4244
Another year, it's time for our kindergarteners and 2nd graders to team up with their buddies! 2nd graders in Mrs. Jensrud's class were crafting with their Mrs. Seyffer kindergarten buddies today! What a fabulous experience for all! 🐾COUGAR PRIDE🐾
🎬 Register Today – Special Movie Trip! 🍿
On this non-school day, hop on the bus with us for an exclusive trip to the Marcus Rochester Cinema! Our group will get to see Pets on a Train one day before the official release date – how cool is that? 🙌
🐾 About the Movie:
When a crew of animal bandits sets out for a simple swindle, they’re caught up in a high-speed train heist. Now it’s up to Falcon, a mischievous raccoon, and Rex, a by-the-book police dog, to save the day. This PG-rated adventure is packed with action, laughs, and heart!
🎟️ Fee Includes:
✔️ Bus transportation
✔️ Supervision
✔️ Movie ticket
✔️ Popcorn & drink
📅 Thursday, October 16th
Grades 3–6 | Cost: $32
Depart ZMES (Mazeppa playground side): 11:45 AM | Return 3:45 PM
Depart ZMPS/Cougar Care (Zumbrota): 12:00 PM | Return 3:30 PM
🚍 All participants MUST ride the bus both ways.
⚠️ Register by Monday, October 6th at 8:00AM
👉 Don’t miss your chance to see this movie early – spots are limited!
Online Registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getclass/category_id/2/program_id/2
Questions? Call the ZM Community Ed Office at 507-732-4244
On this non-school day, hop on the bus with us for an exclusive trip to the Marcus Rochester Cinema! Our group will get to see Pets on a Train one day before the official release date – how cool is that? 🙌
🐾 About the Movie:
When a crew of animal bandits sets out for a simple swindle, they’re caught up in a high-speed train heist. Now it’s up to Falcon, a mischievous raccoon, and Rex, a by-the-book police dog, to save the day. This PG-rated adventure is packed with action, laughs, and heart!
🎟️ Fee Includes:
✔️ Bus transportation
✔️ Supervision
✔️ Movie ticket
✔️ Popcorn & drink
📅 Thursday, October 16th
Grades 3–6 | Cost: $32
Depart ZMES (Mazeppa playground side): 11:45 AM | Return 3:45 PM
Depart ZMPS/Cougar Care (Zumbrota): 12:00 PM | Return 3:30 PM
🚍 All participants MUST ride the bus both ways.
⚠️ Register by Monday, October 6th at 8:00AM
👉 Don’t miss your chance to see this movie early – spots are limited!
Online Registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getclass/category_id/2/program_id/2
Questions? Call the ZM Community Ed Office at 507-732-4244
How to Cover Extended and Long-Term Care Costs
Will potential long-term or chronic care needs impact your lifestyle in retirement?
Join Karolin Lex, CFP, CDFA, and Hannah Davis for a special presentation on how to plan ahead.
You’ll learn how to:
Identify potential long-term and chronic care needs
Understand how these needs could affect your lifestyle
Protect yourself financially for long-term or chronic care expenses
📅 Thursday, October 23rd
📍 Zumbrota Public Library, 100 West Ave, Zumbrota
🕕 6:00 – 7:00 PM
💲 Free – All are welcome!
Online Registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getclass/category_id/16/program_id/6
Questions? Call the ZM Community Ed office at 507-732-4244
Will potential long-term or chronic care needs impact your lifestyle in retirement?
Join Karolin Lex, CFP, CDFA, and Hannah Davis for a special presentation on how to plan ahead.
You’ll learn how to:
Identify potential long-term and chronic care needs
Understand how these needs could affect your lifestyle
Protect yourself financially for long-term or chronic care expenses
📅 Thursday, October 23rd
📍 Zumbrota Public Library, 100 West Ave, Zumbrota
🕕 6:00 – 7:00 PM
💲 Free – All are welcome!
Online Registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getclass/category_id/16/program_id/6
Questions? Call the ZM Community Ed office at 507-732-4244
COUGARWEAR IS BACK
Orders are being taken for this year's Cougarwear items designed and sold by the Small Business Entrepreneurship class. This will be the ONLY order with delivery on Wednesday, December 10, from 5:30 - 7 pm outside the District Office -- just in time for Christmas.
All items must be ordered online at https://cougarwear2025.spiritsale.com through Monday, October 20, 2025.
Orders are being taken for this year's Cougarwear items designed and sold by the Small Business Entrepreneurship class. This will be the ONLY order with delivery on Wednesday, December 10, from 5:30 - 7 pm outside the District Office -- just in time for Christmas.
All items must be ordered online at https://cougarwear2025.spiritsale.com through Monday, October 20, 2025.
🎃 Trick-or-Treat Pail & Spooky Slime! 👻
Grades K & up
Get ready for Halloween fun! In this hands-on class, you’ll:
🪣 Design and decorate your very own trick-or-treat bucket
🧪 Create spooky slime to take home
🎃 Enjoy a festive afternoon full of creativity and fun!
Instructor: Amy Jensen
📅 Monday, October 27th
⏰ 3:15 – 4:15 PM
📍 ZMPS Art Room
💲 $30
👉 Registration deadline: Monday, October 13th
Don’t miss this chance to get into the Halloween spirit — spots will fill fast! 🕸️
Online Registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getcategory/program_id/2
Questions? Call the ZM Community Ed Office 507-732-4244
Grades K & up
Get ready for Halloween fun! In this hands-on class, you’ll:
🪣 Design and decorate your very own trick-or-treat bucket
🧪 Create spooky slime to take home
🎃 Enjoy a festive afternoon full of creativity and fun!
Instructor: Amy Jensen
📅 Monday, October 27th
⏰ 3:15 – 4:15 PM
📍 ZMPS Art Room
💲 $30
👉 Registration deadline: Monday, October 13th
Don’t miss this chance to get into the Halloween spirit — spots will fill fast! 🕸️
Online Registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getcategory/program_id/2
Questions? Call the ZM Community Ed Office 507-732-4244
The ZMDT Winter PAC meeting will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 8th in the Neuman Auditorium at 6:00 PM
ZM students attended the RCTC college fair
