St. John’s Lutheran School

St. John’s students compete in track and field

Jun 10, 2026

St. John’s students in grades 1-8 participated in the Penta League Track Meet on Tuesday, May 12. The event for grades 1-4 was held at Christ Lutheran School in Zumbrota, and the event for grades 5-8 was held in Lake City at the high school track. Other schools participating were Christ...

Ring rides off into the sunset after more than 40 years in the classroom

Jun 3, 2026

After more than four decades in the classroom, beloved St. John’s Lutheran School teacher Miss Molly Ring rode into retirement on the last day of school. Cheering students surrounded her, and an entire school community was determined to give her a send-off she would never forget. For years, Ring...

St. John’s softball wraps 2026 season

May 27, 2026

The Eagles of St. John’s Lutheran School have wrapped up their 2026 softball season. After not being able to field a team last year due to lack of players, the Eagles were able to put together a B Team of third through sixth graders in 2026. The team ended the season with a record of 3-1, with...

Ring to retire after four decades teaching St. John’s students

Apr 22, 2026

One classroom at St. John’s will look very different next school year. That is because a well-loved teacher will be retiring after 40 years in the classroom. The career of Miss Molly Ring extends far beyond the classroom walls. For over four decades, Miss Ring has dedicated her life to shaping...

VFW, Auxiliary announce St. John’s Patriot’s Pen essay contest winners

Dec 3, 2025

Lake City VFW Post and Auxiliary announce Patriots pen essay contest winners from St. John’s school. Seventh and eighth graders competed in the contest with the winner Lydia Gonzales advancing to District competition. Certificates and monetary prizes were awarded. Pictured, from left: Bryon Cox,...

St. John’s wraps up fall sports season

Nov 26, 2025

The St. John’s Lutheran Eagles have concluded another fall sports season, showcasing determination and teamwork across soccer, volleyball, and cross country. Soccer The Eagles soccer teams competed fiercely in the Southeast Minnesota Lutheran Athletic Conference Tournament, finishing fifth...

St. John’s announces 2024-25 school year awards

Jun 18, 2025

St. John’s Lutheran School has announced its award winners from the 2024-2025 school year. Perfect Attendance: Milton Meincke, Paxton Nibbe, and Cameron Mickelson. Principal’s Award: Liza Yorde, Josie Hinck, Grace Knudsen, Koby Cox, Micah Harteneck, Martin Garcia Gardea, Noella Hinck, and Riley...

Poppy poster contest winners announced

Jun 4, 2025

The St. John’s winners of the American Legion Auxiliary Poppy Poster Contest have been announced. Second place winners were Micah Harteneck in Grade 5, Gavin Moyer in Grade 3, Livia DeVinny in Grade 4. First place winners were Cassadee Wilkemeyer in Grade 5, Gracie Rolph in Grade 3, and Juliana...

St. John’s Eagles basketball ends season as tournament champ

May 28, 2025

Better late than never! The St. John’s Eagles finished out their 2024-2025 basketball season as Division 1 Champions at the Martin Luther College Invitational Tournament held in New Ulm, Minn. Feb. 21-23, 2025. The team, led by Head Coaches Erin Hinck and Jolayne Johnson and Assistant Coaches...

St. John’s classroom coin battle raises $365 for meals for veterans, first responders

Mar 26, 2025

Students at St. John’s Lutheran School held a coin battle recently during the school’s “Spirit Week,” raising a total of $365.80 that they decided to donate toward Wild Wings Plaza’s free meal program for veterans and first responders. Classrooms brought in change that was either used to put...