🧵 Punch Needle Embroidery – Grades 4 & Up 🎨
Get creative and unwind! Students will learn the relaxing art of punch needle embroidery and create a beautiful design to take home. Each participant receives a complete kit—perfect for beginners and crafty kids alike!
🗓 Monday, November 10 | ⏰ 3:15–4:15 PM
📍 PS Art Room
💲 $44 | Instructor: Amy Thorland
Online registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getcategory/program_id/2
Questions? Call the CE office at 507-732-4244
Get creative and unwind! Students will learn the relaxing art of punch needle embroidery and create a beautiful design to take home. Each participant receives a complete kit—perfect for beginners and crafty kids alike!
🗓 Monday, November 10 | ⏰ 3:15–4:15 PM
📍 PS Art Room
💲 $44 | Instructor: Amy Thorland
Online registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getcategory/program_id/2
Questions? Call the CE office at 507-732-4244
Last week's Primary Cougar 🐾Paw🐾 Winners!
Join us on Friday, October 24th from 5:00pm - 8:00pm for our 2nd annual Fall Fest, new and improved from last year's event! Everyone is welcome to join in the fun! 💵 Cash 💵 or check only! Please enter through the HS front doors!
🌸 Wooden Flower Wreath Workshop 🌸
Create a gorgeous wreath that lasts forever! Join us for a fun, hands-on class where you’ll design your own seasonal wreath using soft, realistic sola wood flowers. Perfect for decorating your home or giving as a heartfelt handmade gift.
🗓 Thursday, October 23 | ⏰ 6–8 PM
📍 Old Soul Boutique, Zumbrota
💲 $45 | Instructor: Charise Mehrkens
No experience needed—just bring your creativity and we’ll take care of the rest
Register by Monday, October 20th
Register Online: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getcategory/program_id/6
Questions? Call the CE office at 507-732-4244
Create a gorgeous wreath that lasts forever! Join us for a fun, hands-on class where you’ll design your own seasonal wreath using soft, realistic sola wood flowers. Perfect for decorating your home or giving as a heartfelt handmade gift.
🗓 Thursday, October 23 | ⏰ 6–8 PM
📍 Old Soul Boutique, Zumbrota
💲 $45 | Instructor: Charise Mehrkens
No experience needed—just bring your creativity and we’ll take care of the rest
Register by Monday, October 20th
Register Online: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getcategory/program_id/6
Questions? Call the CE office at 507-732-4244
Mrs. Buss’ class created body system posters as a culminating activity for Unit 2, The Human Body. They learned all about each system and how it works in the body.
🌿 Thankful Planters – K–6th Grade 🌿
Let’s grow gratitude! Kids will decorate their own planter with words and pictures of what they’re thankful for, then plant a small plant to take home and care for. A fun, hands-on way to celebrate the season of thankfulness!
🗓 Tuesday, November 4 | ⏰ 3:15–4:15 PM
📍 ZMPS Art Room
💲 $25 | Instructor: Jessie Karshen
Online Registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getcategory/program_id/2
Questions? Call the CE office at 507-732-4244
Let’s grow gratitude! Kids will decorate their own planter with words and pictures of what they’re thankful for, then plant a small plant to take home and care for. A fun, hands-on way to celebrate the season of thankfulness!
🗓 Tuesday, November 4 | ⏰ 3:15–4:15 PM
📍 ZMPS Art Room
💲 $25 | Instructor: Jessie Karshen
Online Registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getcategory/program_id/2
Questions? Call the CE office at 507-732-4244
🍳 Discover the Delicious Secret of Thai “Son-in-Law” Eggs!
Ever heard of Khai Look Khoey — Thailand’s famous “Son-in-Law Eggs”? 👀 Crispy on the outside, soft and rich on the inside, and drizzled with a tangy-sweet tamarind sauce, this dish is bursting with flavor and tradition.
Join instructor Aoy Post for a fun, hands-on cooking class where you’ll:
🥚 Learn the story behind this playful Thai dish
🍴 Watch a live demonstration and then create your own
🌶️ Pick up tips for perfecting Thai flavors
😋 Enjoy your delicious creation together at the end!
No experience needed — just bring your curiosity, your appetite, and a smile!
Come for the cooking, stay for the flavor, and leave with a recipe (and story!) to share again and again.
📅 Saturday, October 25th
📍 ZMMS/HS FCS Room #169
🕓 4:30–6:30 PM
💲$35.00
👉 Register by Monday, October 2th at 12:00 PM — spots are limited!
Online Registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getcategory/program_id/6
Questions? Call the CE office at 507-732-4244
Ever heard of Khai Look Khoey — Thailand’s famous “Son-in-Law Eggs”? 👀 Crispy on the outside, soft and rich on the inside, and drizzled with a tangy-sweet tamarind sauce, this dish is bursting with flavor and tradition.
Join instructor Aoy Post for a fun, hands-on cooking class where you’ll:
🥚 Learn the story behind this playful Thai dish
🍴 Watch a live demonstration and then create your own
🌶️ Pick up tips for perfecting Thai flavors
😋 Enjoy your delicious creation together at the end!
No experience needed — just bring your curiosity, your appetite, and a smile!
Come for the cooking, stay for the flavor, and leave with a recipe (and story!) to share again and again.
📅 Saturday, October 25th
📍 ZMMS/HS FCS Room #169
🕓 4:30–6:30 PM
💲$35.00
👉 Register by Monday, October 2th at 12:00 PM — spots are limited!
Online Registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getcategory/program_id/6
Questions? Call the CE office at 507-732-4244
Today at our school assembly we recognized our September Students of the Month at the Elementary School. Great work everyone, keep it up!
4th grade had a grade level meeting this morning. Today they worked on listening and voice control. Just a little fun practicing!
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
