Carissa Hopkins-Hoel 
Madison Elementary School’s special education teacher Celeste Hains didn’t plan on being a teacher. In fact, she was a social worker who was working on her marriage and family therapy license. It was her son’s principal, Kate Butkowski, who approached her about substitute teaching for St. Cloud Area School District. Hains gave it a try, … Read more
This year, Apollo High School celebrates its 50th anniversary. Brand new in the fall of 1970, the school boasted innovative ideas and curriculum as well as a contemporary building design. Over many decades, the idea that high school students could create their own modular schedules tailored to their own interests endured. It was a pioneering … Read more
Apollo High School senior Sam Brewer is passionate about politics and government. He’s fascinated by the inner workings of government and its effect on communities. He recently attended a demonstration and felt compelled to become active in his community. A family friend told him about the Young People’s Collective (YPC), a teen-led political action … Read more
Each year, Apollo High School’s Link Crew prepares to welcome incoming freshmen. This year was no different despite the unusual circumstances to the start of the school year. COVID-19 was not going to stop these students. The Link Crew is a group of upperclassmen who welcome and make freshmen feel more comfortable throughout their first … Read more
Tech High School is known for its tradition of excellence whether it’s through academics, activities or athletics. In addition is student commitment to the community. For example, Tech’s National Honor Society (NHS) created a think tank over the summer months to generate new ideas for engaging Tech and the St. Cloud greater community. NHS President … Read more