Author: Juliana Allen

Dirk Tedmon, executive director of marketing and communications for Eden Prairie Schools, has been named the first National School Communicator of the Year by the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA). The newly created award recognizes outstanding leadership and contributions of an active, front-line school communicator. The winner was announced this month during the NSPRA 2024 National Seminar in Bellevue, Washington, and the award is presented in partnership with Finalsite, a community relationship management platform for K-12 schools. Tedmon was one of four finalists selected from among 27 nominees from state and regional chapters of NSPRA, which represents more than 2,900…

Eden Prairie’s Picnic on the Farm offers live music, food trucks, and historic tours at the Dorenkemper House, July 24 and Aug. 14.

PiM will host EPE’s Minnesota performances of “Alice by Heart,” a musical about a young girl finding courage during WWII.

Eden Prairie graduates Robert “RJ” Mattson and Brian Shi win National Merit Scholarships, joining four others as part of this year’s National Merit Scholars.

The Eden Prairie School Board approved replacing the MCA with the ACT for high school assessments, citing higher participation and college readiness.

Three young actors with ties to Eden Prairie are starring in Stages Theatre Company’s “Finding Nemo JR,” bringing vibrant characters to life.

The Eden Prairie School Board debates the feasibility of Debjyoti Dwivedy fulfilling his duties during a 400-day overseas deployment.

Debjyoti “DD” Dwivedy, Eden Prairie School Board member and U.S. Army Reservist, balances a 400-day military deployment while striving to fulfill his civic duties remotely.

Eden Prairie High School’s Color Guard expands with a summer camp for grades 3-7 and a new cadet guard program launching this fall.

The Class of 2024 from Eden Prairie High School and Eden Prairie Online celebrated graduation on June 7 at 3M Arena at Mariucci.