Ms. O'Rourke currently serves as the Senior Human Resources Officer for Hiawatha Academies, a network of charter schools in Minneapolis.
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NHS commencement will move inside today
To prioritize the safety of our graduates and attendees, we will host today’s commencement ceremony inside the Northfield High School gymnasium instead of on Memorial Field. The decision comes after district and school administration consulted with Rice County Emergency Management and the National Weather Service. This afternoon’s NWS forecast includes potential thunderstorms during our ceremony. Learn more here.
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Transportation Request for Quotations
Independent School District 659, Northfield Public Schools, is requesting quotations for student transportation services. All quotations must be submitted no later than 1:00 p.m. on Monday, June 15, 2026.
Dr. Jennifer Reichel named Director of Instructional Services
Dr. Reichel comes to Northfield Public Schools after having served in similar positions at Mahtomedi and Hastings Public Schools.
2025-26 Family Update No. 23 | May 29, 2026
This message was sent to families on May 29, 2026.
Notice of Request for Bids – Northfield High School
Contractor's sealed Prime Bids for the ISD 659 Northfield High School Addition and Renovation by the Independent School District No. 659, Northfield Public Schools, will be received until 10:00 AM, Tuesday, June 16th, 2026, at the Northfield Public Schools District Office, 201 Orchard Street South, Northfield, MN 55057, in accordance with the plans and specifications.
2025-26 Family Update No. 22 | May 13, 2026
This message was sent to families on May 13, 2026.
Dr. Tim Anderson selected as next superintendent of Northfield Public Schools
This message was sent to district families on April 30, 2026.
2025-26 Family Update No. 21 | April 29, 2026
This message was sent to families on April 29, 2026.
Northfield School Board selects superintendent finalists
This message was sent to families on April 26, 2026.
NMS family message about a non-credible threat
This message was sent to families on April 21, 2026.