Welcome to Fridley Middle School
Fridley Middle School is an International Baccalaureate World School that offers the Middle Years Programme (MYP) to students in grades 5-8. There are many outstanding reasons to attend Fridley Middle School - we have committed and compassionate teachers, a diverse student learning environment that prepares students for a global workplace, and a strong focus on challenging all students to new learning.
In addition, our grade-level team structures are strategically designed to build community. Students also benefit from multiple opportunities to get involved, including a multitude of activities and athletics and community service activities.
School News
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Congratulations to Fridley Public Schools' 25 Years of Service employees! This year, the district celebrated Chandra Hanke, Sue Hanson, Sheila Johnson, Angela McShane and Dan Terebayza, five veteran teachers and staff, who reached the milestone of serving the district for 25 years.
![Fridley High School, Get Ready host new ‘Welcome Week’ for incoming freshmen]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1631810508/fridley/toak0wnhr9dbmpcwjli8/IMG_2345.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1631810508/fridley/toak0wnhr9dbmpcwjli8/IMG_2345.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1631810508/fridley/toak0wnhr9dbmpcwjli8/IMG_2345.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1631810508/fridley/toak0wnhr9dbmpcwjli8/IMG_2345.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1631810508/fridley/toak0wnhr9dbmpcwjli8/IMG_2345.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1631810508/fridley/toak0wnhr9dbmpcwjli8/IMG_2345.jpg","width":2200}])
To support successful transition into high school, Fridley High School and the Get Ready College and Career-Readiness program hosted a new ‘Welcome Week’ from August 23-27, 2021 for incoming freshmen.
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To support the academic and social emotional growth of our young learners, Fridley Public Schools is proposing a K-5 grade-span change. Click to learn more about the 2021 Levy Referendum.
![2020-21 Teachers of Excellence]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1631632166/fridley/es7rxc3b2mgzsrcrwire/teachersofexcellence.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1631632166/fridley/es7rxc3b2mgzsrcrwire/teachersofexcellence.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1631632166/fridley/es7rxc3b2mgzsrcrwire/teachersofexcellence.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1631632166/fridley/es7rxc3b2mgzsrcrwire/teachersofexcellence.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1631632166/fridley/es7rxc3b2mgzsrcrwire/teachersofexcellence.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1631632166/fridley/es7rxc3b2mgzsrcrwire/teachersofexcellence.jpg","width":2200}])
Fridley Public Schools is proud to recognize our 2020-2021 Teachers of Excellence! Five teachers, who represent each of the district's schools, were recognized at the annual staff Opening Workshop.
![2020-21 Employee of the Year: Linda Snyder]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1631628685/fridley/narrnitl4gspx2jc46rb/Snyder.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1631628685/fridley/narrnitl4gspx2jc46rb/Snyder.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1631628685/fridley/narrnitl4gspx2jc46rb/Snyder.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1631628685/fridley/narrnitl4gspx2jc46rb/Snyder.jpg","width":1200}])
Congratulations to Linda Snyder, Fridley Public Schools' 2020-21 Employee of the Year! Snyder is the District Nurse and served as the COVID Coordinator during the 2020-21 school year.
![Fridley students begin 2021-22 school year]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1631628906/fridley/wfxblyuhuj1exx4yd5ga/IMG_3811.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1631628906/fridley/wfxblyuhuj1exx4yd5ga/IMG_3811.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1631628906/fridley/wfxblyuhuj1exx4yd5ga/IMG_3811.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1631628906/fridley/wfxblyuhuj1exx4yd5ga/IMG_3811.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1631628906/fridley/wfxblyuhuj1exx4yd5ga/IMG_3811.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1631628906/fridley/wfxblyuhuj1exx4yd5ga/IMG_3811.jpg","width":2200}])
Fridley Public Schools is Returning Through Relationships. Across the district, schools dedicated their first days to welcoming back students and families through 1:1 orientations and relationship building activities.
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To maximize social distancing, the 8th annual District Back-to-School Resource Fair was held in a drive-thru format on Saturday, August 21, 2021.
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With no upfront cost to the school district, Fridley Public Schools has begun the installation of solar energy panels at each of its schools and buildings.
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The Fridley Lions Club donated $150 giftcards to every Fridley elementary classroom teacher in the school district on September 1, 2021.