Our district has an operating levy of $224 per student, significantly less than the state average of about $1200, and no capital projects levy.

Visit Vote152.org/ourchallenges to explore how our district's current funding compares to others in our region and throughout the state. 

3 months ago, Horizon West Middle School
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Day 4: Students vs. Teachers — Style Swap Edition! 👕📚🎒

Today our classrooms got a hilarious makeover! Students showed up in their “teacher best,” while teachers rocked the student look — hoodies, sneakers, "pimple patches" and all!

The halls were full of laughs, double-takes, and some spot-on impressions!... ✏️
3 months ago, Horizon Middle School West
Students Dress like your teacher and teachers like your students, homecoming photo
Reminder: We’re out 2 hours early tomorrow! 🕑🎉

Take that extra time to get your Spud spirit gear ready, decorate those floats, and get hyped for the Homecoming Parade and Friday Night Lights! 🏈✨

Let’s bring the energy and show up loud with Spud Pride! 🖤🧡
3 months ago, Horizon Middle School West
Early Out Information
Day 3: Career Day! 💼🚒🧑‍⚕️

Today we stepped into the shoes of our future selves — from chefs to scientists, vets to Pilots! Our students have big dreams and even bigger imaginations. 🌟🎯
3 months ago, Horizon Middle School West
Homecoming Day Three: Career Day
Homecoming Day 2: College Gear Day! 🎓✨

It’s never too early to dream big! Our future scholars rocked their favorite college shirts and showed off some serious school spirit. 📚💙
3 months ago, Horizon Middle School West
Homecoming day 2
Homecoming Week Day 1: Pajama Day! 💤🎉

We rolled out of bed and straight into spirit week! From fuzzy slippers to cozy onesies, our school knows how to start the week in style. 🛌✨
3 months ago, Horizon Middle School West
Homecoming Day One
🔶REMINDER🔶 On Friday, September 19, all students will have an early dismissal, with a release time scheduled two hours prior to their normal end-of-classes time.
3 months ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools
September 19 - Early Out

Since 2005, state funding for districts like ours has dropped by 18.6% when adjusted for inflation. At the same time, new mandates and rising expectations mean we’re doing more with less. Explore Vote152.org to learn about our challenges and the upcoming referendum. 

3 months ago, Horizon West Middle School
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Moorhead's homecoming is September 15th - September 19th. Attached are Horizon West Dress up day's...Go Spuds! 🧡🖤 @hznspuds #GoSpuds

3 months ago, Horizon West Middle School
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Moorhead Area Public Schools has two levy questions on the ballot this fall. These levies are essential to maintaining class sizes, academic and activity programs, and student support services. Learn more at vote152.org.

3 months ago, Horizon West Middle School
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Take a minute to check out the September issue of KIDsource by clicking here: ​​https://5il.co/3o1fh
For questions please call the Community Education office at 218-284-3400
3 months ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools
September KIDsource
📚🎒 Welcome back, students! ✏️📓
A new year, a fresh start, and endless possibilities! 🌟
Let’s make this school year the best one yet 💪🏽🎉
3 months ago, Horizon Middle School West
Welcome Back to SChool
Happy Labor day everyone!

We cannot wait to see you all tomorrow for the first day of school! 🏫📚
3 months ago, Horizon Middle School West
Happy Labor Day
The Horizon West Teachers and Staff are 𝗦𝗢 ready for you to be back! We had a great time during our workshop week, preparing for your return! 📚🎒

Visit our "Back to School Guide" on our website for important dates and events coming up! ✏️📘

SEE YOU ON TUESDAY!!!!
3 months ago, Horizon Middle School West
Horizon West Staff Photo for the 2025-2026 school year
📣 September Spudwire is here!

This month’s edition is packed with everything you need to stay connected to Horizon East Activities:
Key dates & sign-ups
Eligibility reminders & bus info
Clipboard tips on PowerSchool, RISE, & RSchool
🎙️Spud Spotlight: Hear from Horizon East support staffers Rachel Lerum & Peter Ferguson on the power of connection and belonging.

Don’t miss it! Tap the link below or in our bio to read the full newsletter.

https://5il.co/3oycw
3 months ago, Horizon Middle School
2025 September SPUDWIRE

Please join us in welcoming our new 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗘𝗱. 𝗟𝗶𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗻, 𝗧𝗮𝗿𝗮 𝗧𝗿𝗼𝘅𝗲𝗹 here at Horizon West! 🍎✏️

We are going to have an incredible school year! 📚


4 months ago, Horizon Middle School West
Indian Ed
Just before the full staff returned ahead of the new school year, Superintendent Lunak paid a visit to Horizon Middle School East to prese
4 months ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools
Rachel Lerum receives the Spud Spirit Award and poses with school administrators
It’s time to recognize our team! This week’s staff member is Tory Gaard, a 6th Grade Math Teacher at Horizon Middle School West🧡 Thank you for everything you do. 👏👏👏 #FoundationsForTheFuture
4 months ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools
Tory Gaard, 6th Grade Math Teacher, Horizon West;  Foundations for the Future
Please join us in welcoming our new 6B 𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 teacher, 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘆𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗮𝗱𝗸𝗲 ! 🧪🧬

We are going to have an astonishing school year! 🔭
4 months ago, Horizon Middle School West
New Teacher, Trayton Radke

The 2025 Spud Football season is here! Whether you're a new fan or the latest in a long family line of Spuds to attend games at Jim Gotta Stadium, there are important things you need to know for this year's home games.

Ticketing & Expectations ➡️ https://www.isd152.org/article/2382239

Buy Tickets ➡️ https://gofan.co/app/school/MN16863

4 months ago, Moorhead Area Public Schools
Spuddy and the MHS football crowd