How to Cover Extended and Long-Term Care Costs
Will potential long-term or chronic care needs impact your lifestyle in retirement?
Join Karolin Lex, CFP, CDFA, and Hannah Davis for a special presentation on how to plan ahead.
You’ll learn how to:
Identify potential long-term and chronic care needs
Understand how these needs could affect your lifestyle
Protect yourself financially for long-term or chronic care expenses
📅 Thursday, October 23rd
📍 Zumbrota Public Library, 100 West Ave, Zumbrota
🕕 6:00 – 7:00 PM
💲 Free – All are welcome!
Online Registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getclass/category_id/16/program_id/6
Questions? Call the ZM Community Ed office at 507-732-4244
Will potential long-term or chronic care needs impact your lifestyle in retirement?
Join Karolin Lex, CFP, CDFA, and Hannah Davis for a special presentation on how to plan ahead.
You’ll learn how to:
Identify potential long-term and chronic care needs
Understand how these needs could affect your lifestyle
Protect yourself financially for long-term or chronic care expenses
📅 Thursday, October 23rd
📍 Zumbrota Public Library, 100 West Ave, Zumbrota
🕕 6:00 – 7:00 PM
💲 Free – All are welcome!
Online Registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getclass/category_id/16/program_id/6
Questions? Call the ZM Community Ed office at 507-732-4244
COUGARWEAR IS BACK
Orders are being taken for this year's Cougarwear items designed and sold by the Small Business Entrepreneurship class. This will be the ONLY order with delivery on Wednesday, December 10, from 5:30 - 7 pm outside the District Office -- just in time for Christmas.
All items must be ordered online at https://cougarwear2025.spiritsale.com through Monday, October 20, 2025.
Orders are being taken for this year's Cougarwear items designed and sold by the Small Business Entrepreneurship class. This will be the ONLY order with delivery on Wednesday, December 10, from 5:30 - 7 pm outside the District Office -- just in time for Christmas.
All items must be ordered online at https://cougarwear2025.spiritsale.com through Monday, October 20, 2025.
🎃 Trick-or-Treat Pail & Spooky Slime! 👻
Grades K & up
Get ready for Halloween fun! In this hands-on class, you’ll:
🪣 Design and decorate your very own trick-or-treat bucket
🧪 Create spooky slime to take home
🎃 Enjoy a festive afternoon full of creativity and fun!
Instructor: Amy Jensen
📅 Monday, October 27th
⏰ 3:15 – 4:15 PM
📍 ZMPS Art Room
💲 $30
👉 Registration deadline: Monday, October 13th
Don’t miss this chance to get into the Halloween spirit — spots will fill fast! 🕸️
Online Registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getcategory/program_id/2
Questions? Call the ZM Community Ed Office 507-732-4244
Grades K & up
Get ready for Halloween fun! In this hands-on class, you’ll:
🪣 Design and decorate your very own trick-or-treat bucket
🧪 Create spooky slime to take home
🎃 Enjoy a festive afternoon full of creativity and fun!
Instructor: Amy Jensen
📅 Monday, October 27th
⏰ 3:15 – 4:15 PM
📍 ZMPS Art Room
💲 $30
👉 Registration deadline: Monday, October 13th
Don’t miss this chance to get into the Halloween spirit — spots will fill fast! 🕸️
Online Registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getcategory/program_id/2
Questions? Call the ZM Community Ed Office 507-732-4244
The ZMDT Winter PAC meeting will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 8th in the Neuman Auditorium at 6:00 PM
ZM students attended the RCTC college fair
Congratulations to our weekly Primary September Cougar Paw Winners! Great job demonstrating our Cougar Pride Behaviors!
Mayo Clinic is dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare by inspiring the next generation of professionals. We’re excited to announce that registration is now open for the Discover Mayo Clinic – Lab Explorers Program, a hands-on experience designed for students in grades 9–12 who are interested in laboratory science.
Date: Saturday, November 8
Time: 9:00 AM–12:30 PM
Location: Mayo Clinic Rochester campus
Cost: Free
This event offers students an inside look at the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology (DLMP) through interactive activities and networking with laboratory professionals. Attendees will:
✔ Engage in hands-on lab experiences
✔ Explore career pathways in healthcare
✔ Connect with staff in Phlebotomy, Histology, Lab Assistant/Lab Processing Assistant, Medical/Clinical Laboratory Science, and Genetic Counseling
🌸 Create Your Own Wooden Flower Arrangement 🌸
Get creative and craft something beautiful! In this hands-on class, you’ll design a stunning wooden flower arrangement in a rustic-style box. Using soft, customizable sola wood flowers, you’ll learn arranging and styling techniques to match your unique taste.
✨ No green thumb needed — these blooms last forever!
✨ Perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike.
✨ A fun, relaxing night out with friends!
Instructor: Charise Mehrkens
📅 Thursday, October 9th
📍 Old Soul Boutique – 309 S Main St., Zumbrota
⏰ 6:00–7:15 PM
💲 $40
Take home a gorgeous arrangement that will never wilt! 🌼
Online Registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getcategory/program_id/6
Question? Please call the ZM Community Ed office at 507-732-4244
Get creative and craft something beautiful! In this hands-on class, you’ll design a stunning wooden flower arrangement in a rustic-style box. Using soft, customizable sola wood flowers, you’ll learn arranging and styling techniques to match your unique taste.
✨ No green thumb needed — these blooms last forever!
✨ Perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike.
✨ A fun, relaxing night out with friends!
Instructor: Charise Mehrkens
📅 Thursday, October 9th
📍 Old Soul Boutique – 309 S Main St., Zumbrota
⏰ 6:00–7:15 PM
💲 $40
Take home a gorgeous arrangement that will never wilt! 🌼
Online Registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getcategory/program_id/6
Question? Please call the ZM Community Ed office at 507-732-4244
Fall is in the air🍎🍏! First graders made their own applesauce and had some fun apple stations to finish up their unit on seeds, plants, and apples. It was fun to see their excitement and smiles!
Fall is in the air🍎🍏! First graders made their own applesauce and had some fun apple stations to finish up their unit on seeds, plants, and apples. It was fun to see their excitement and smiles!
Order your Cougar blanket today! All proceeds go to the MS/HS Culture and Climate Committee, which works to make students and staff feel welcome, recognized, and appreciated throughout the year. Deadline to order is October 11th.
Purchase your blanket today!
2nd graders practicing their math skills with Work Place games. Great teamwork and brain power!
2025 ZM Homecoming Dance
We are looking for interested parents and community members to join this year's District Advisory Committee. (DAC)
The DAC is a committee of school staff, parents, students, and community members that meets 3 times per year. The main roles for the DAC include providing opportunities for communication between school staff, parents, students, and community members, and making recommendations to the school board concerning student opportunities and achievement.
If interested in serving on the DAC for the current school year, please contact Aaron Schumacher via email: aarons@zmsch.k12.mn.us OR by phone 507-732-7395
{YEL!} Bricktopia Catapults (1st-5th grade) -- Deadline to register is tomorrow Monday, Sept. 22nd at 9am!
Explore engineering with Bricktopia's Catapults class! Build a catapult, dragster, and scale with LEGO bricks, and challenge yourself to problem-solve and innovate. Join now!
LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this site or program.
Tuesdays, Sept. 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28
ZMPS Art Room 3:15-4:15 $89
Online Registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/.../cat.../18/program_id/2
Questions? Please call the ZM Community Ed Office at 507-732-4244
YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/2I-o6CyfSew
PROUD TO BE A COUGAR! We appreciate the PTO and everyone who helped make our tailgate party a success! So much FUN!
Our Primary Cougars had a blast celebrating homecoming! Attending the parade was a great way to wrap up the school week! 🐾COUGAR PRIDE🐾
Unfortunately, due to the fact that the ZM Varsity football game this evening will be resumed at 11am Saturday morning, Flag Football for all levels will be cancelled for Saturday, September 20th.
Thank you in advance for your understanding!
ZM Football & ZM Community Ed
Thank you in advance for your understanding!
ZM Football & ZM Community Ed
Thank you, ZM students and staff, for taking some time away from Homecoming activities to help set up for Zumbrota Covered Bridge Days this weekend!
{YEL!} Bricktopia Catapults (1st-5th grade) - Starts next Tuesday, register now! We are looking for a couple more to join!
Explore engineering with Bricktopia's Catapults class! Build a catapult, dragster, and scale with LEGO bricks, and challenge yourself to problem-solve and innovate. Join now!
LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this site or program.
Tuesdays, Sept. 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28
ZMPS Art Room 3:15-4:15 $89
Online Registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/.../cat.../18/program_id/2
Questions? Please call the ZM Community Ed Office at 507-732-4244
YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/2I-o6CyfSew
Explore engineering with Bricktopia's Catapults class! Build a catapult, dragster, and scale with LEGO bricks, and challenge yourself to problem-solve and innovate. Join now!
LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this site or program.
Tuesdays, Sept. 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28
ZMPS Art Room 3:15-4:15 $89
Online Registration: https://zmps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/.../cat.../18/program_id/2
Questions? Please call the ZM Community Ed Office at 507-732-4244
YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/2I-o6CyfSew
