Congratulations to the three District teachers who have been named semifinalists for the 2023 Minnesota Teacher of the Year award. After a group of finalists are announced in April, the statewide Teacher of the Year will be named May 7. Congratulations and good luck to all semifinalists!

Semifinalists from Mounds View Public Schools:

• Mackenzie Keimig, Mounds View High School
• Kathryn O'Brien, Bridges
• Richard Rosivach, Irondale High School

1. We contract transportation services with six different bus companies.
2. Bus drivers are not Mounds View Public Schools employees.
3. Like all bus companies, our transportation providers are experiencing a shortage of drivers. We are working collaboratively with them to address the need for additional drivers.
4. Late buses may be an occasional consequence of the driver shortage. We apologize for this, and we ask for patience as we work with the bus companies to find drivers.
5. At times, when routes need to be covered by different substitute drivers, times and route consistency may vary.

To learn more about bus driving opportunities, please call 651-621-8900 or visit american-trans.com.

The District’s mental health team publishes “Let’s Talk About It,” a monthly blog that addresses substance use and mental health challenges among our students and families. The goal is to provide information, quality resources and support related to these issues. Topics have included vaping, mental health and marijuana. Read the blog at mvpschools.org/letstalkaboutit