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Meet the Pinewood Staff!
Welcome to Pinewood Elementary!
Student Hours
7:50 a.m.- 2:20 p.m.
Office Hours
Monday-Friday 6:45 a.m.-3:20 p.m.
As a caring community, we at Pinewood Elementary will treat one another with mutual respect, creating a positive learning environment that encourages fun and success for all!
News & Announcements
![You're Invited: March Monti on the Move – Family Trivia!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1772730376/monticellok12mnus/gwulmzln5kkin2s0rjk1/MontiontheMove6.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1772730376/monticellok12mnus/gwulmzln5kkin2s0rjk1/MontiontheMove6.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1772730376/monticellok12mnus/gwulmzln5kkin2s0rjk1/MontiontheMove6.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1772730376/monticellok12mnus/gwulmzln5kkin2s0rjk1/MontiontheMove6.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1772730376/monticellok12mnus/gwulmzln5kkin2s0rjk1/MontiontheMove6.png","width":1350}])
Join Superintendent Olson on Saturday, March 14th, from 9:00–10:30 a.m. for a fun-filled morning of Family Trivia, hosted by high school senior Henry Steabner.
Families will compete as teams (please note: families with more than seven participants will be divided into two teams). The 90-minute event will feature:
- 30 minutes of Movie Trivia
- 30 minutes of Geography & History Trivia
- 30 minutes of Sports Trivia
Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, 3rd — and even last place!
Enjoy breakfast food while you play. This free event is open to all ages.
Location: Monticello High School Media Center (5225 School Blvd)
Registration is required (space is limited to 50 participants).
Sign Up Here
![Our Lost & Found is overflowing! Remember to check during conferences on Tuesday, March 10th on tan background with pictures of jackets, mittens, hats, and scarves.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1772724120/monticellok12mnus/vfrsktaek9lqvwhpupey/LostFoundConferencesthe10th.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1772724120/monticellok12mnus/vfrsktaek9lqvwhpupey/LostFoundConferencesthe10th.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1772724120/monticellok12mnus/vfrsktaek9lqvwhpupey/LostFoundConferencesthe10th.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1772724120/monticellok12mnus/vfrsktaek9lqvwhpupey/LostFoundConferencesthe10th.png","width":1080}])
Our Lost & Found is overflowing! Please make sure to check for your child's belongings when you stop in for their conference. We want to get as many items back to their owners as we can!
![No school March 9th & 10th due to conferences and teacher workshops on yellow background with school supplies.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1772720811/monticellok12mnus/dclgngpfo2mmkewjmd7c/March9th10thDaysOff.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1772720811/monticellok12mnus/dclgngpfo2mmkewjmd7c/March9th10thDaysOff.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1772720811/monticellok12mnus/dclgngpfo2mmkewjmd7c/March9th10thDaysOff.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1772720811/monticellok12mnus/dclgngpfo2mmkewjmd7c/March9th10thDaysOff.png","width":940}])
There will be no school on Monday, March 9th due to Teacher Workshops. There will also be no school for Elementary only on Tuesday, March 10th due to conferences. We hope to see you at conferences!
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Check out our latest Magic Happenings Newsletter!
This newsletter highlights a variety of positive and informational topics from throughout the Monticello School District this past month. It also features a letter from Superintendent Olson and some upcoming activities information.
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The search is over! After reviewing 31 applicants, the Monticello Public School Board voted unanimously on February 27 to enter into contract negotiations with our next Superintendent: Dr. Chris Swenson.
"Our community played a significant role in helping us understand what Monticello needs... tonight’s decision reflects that collective voice." — Jamie Sieben, Board Chair
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Come be a part of the Magic!
Learn more about working in Monticello School District and apply for an opening today!