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Legacy of Kathy and Dick Dumas continues with donation to Como Park High School

On Sept. 13 2024, the Kathy and Dick Dumas Tennis Courts were officially renamed. Construction of eight brand-new tennis courts at Como Park High School was completed in late August thanks to a … more

10/10/24

Como students and staff gather for the Homecoming Parade on Saturday, Sept. 28.

An unusual homecoming, awards for JROTC and Peterson

Spirit week festivities The first month of the 2024-2025 academic year at Como concluded with Spirit Week and Homecoming activities. September is a busy time of transition back into the daily … more

By Eric Erickson, Social studies teacher | 10/10/24

Como Park Senior High School Principal, Dr. Diana Brown. (Photo submitted)

Principal honored, Dumas Tennis Courts complete

Capitol Division Principal of the Year Como Park Senior High School principal Dr. Diana Brown has been named the Capitol Division Principal of the Year by the Minnesota Association of Secondary … more

By Eric Erickson, Social studies teacher | 9/11/24

Adam and Caitlin Thielen joined Como students for the dedication of the school’s new weight room.

New weight room donated by Thielen Foundation

Recognizing the need to replace outdated equipment in the school’s weight room, Como Park Athletic Director Koua Yang placed a call to the executive director of the Thielen Foundation. Months … more

By Eric Erickson, Social studies teacher | 8/7/24

The Como Park boys’ volleyball team earned the sixth place trophy at the Minnesota High School Volleyball Association State Tournament.

Another outstanding boys’ volleyball season

For the third consecutive year, the boys of the Como Park volleyball team qualified and competed in the Minnesota High School Volleyball Association Tournament. After compiling a regular … more

By Eric Erickson, Social studies teacher | 7/10/24

Minnesota Master Naturalist Stephanie Mirocha (at left) introduces Shevek McKee and his daughter, Rhoda, to a tree during the fall 2023 Tree Trek. (Photo submitted)

She helps others meet the trees

Last year, D10 Como Community Council received a grant from the Saint Paul Audubon Society to support a new initiative for the Como Park Tree Trek. For several years, the Tree Trek … more

By Shevek McKee, Executive director, district10@district10comopark.org | 6/12/24

They started high school during a pandemic

Senior Dedication Night The Class of 2024 concluded their classes on May 30 and celebrated with the traditional Senior Barbeque at school on May 31. The last week of May was a busy time that … more

By Eric Erickson, Social studies teacher | 6/12/24

Students inspired, challenged working on school play

The Jungle Book Audiences in the Como Auditorium were treated to three entertaining performances of “The Jungle Book” during mid-March. English teachers Suzie Myhre and Michael … more

By Eric Erickson, Social studies teacher | 4/10/24

Clean up and party

Earth Day clean-up at Como Park D10 Como Community Council partners with the City of Saint Paul to host the Como Park location of the Citywide Spring Cleanup. We’ll meet at the Pavilion … more

By Shevek McKee, Executive director, district10@district10comopark.org | 4/10/24

Former Twins player Joe Mauer played for Midway Baseball teams as a child.

Kids baseball coming back

Play ball! A group of dedicated Como area volunteers want young baseball and softball players to get onto the diamonds this season. The nonprofit Como Ball Youth Baseball and Softball … more

By Jane McClure | 2/7/24

Five blood drives planned

Como Community Blood Drives D10 Como Park partners with the American Red Cross and the Como Zoo & Conservatory to host community blood drives at the zoo. Drives are held from 9 a.m. to 3 … more

By Shevek McKee, Executive director, district10@district10comopark.org | 2/7/24

Nordic ski team members out on trail at Wirth Park in the Twin Cities Meet. (Photo submitted)

Nordic ski team success

Despite a lack of snow this season, the Cougar Nordic ski team has been able to compete in meets on courses where snow-making machines are utilized. The Twin Cities Nordic Conference Meet took place … more

By Eric Erickson, Social studies teacher | 2/7/24

Forty-four Como seniors participated in the Future Postsecondary Pathways Conference at the University of Minnesota (Photo submitted.)

Como seniors planning for future

High school seniors across the country confront challenging decisions while simultaneously navigating the present and their future. Finding the right balance between keeping up with current … more

By Eric Erickson, Social studies teacher | 1/10/24

The Como volleyball reached the Section 4AAA Championship. The team is pictured with their second place trophy in front of their loyal supporters.

Volleyball makes section final

A talented and dedicated senior class led the Cougars to the Section 4AAA Final for a second consecutive season. While the Cougars lost the championship match, the back-to-back section runner-up … more

By Eric Erickson, Social studies teacher | 11/26/23

Know your Como?

Como Curb Cleanup this Fall Como Community Council is partnering with Capitol Region Watershed District again for the 2023 Como Curb Cleanup. When it rains, leaves on streets release nutrients … more

By Shevek McKee, Executive director, district10@district10comopark.org | 10/12/23

Como’s Marine Corps JROTC cadets at their Summer Leadership Camp in South Dakota.

Summer highlights, fall preview

Summer break came and went quickly! Hundreds of students stayed connected to Como through unique experiences ranging from educational trips out of state to athletic team trainings on campus. Some … more

By Eric Erickson, Social studies teacher | 9/15/23

Como residents learn more about their neighborhood.

Uncovering racial covenants and neighborhood evolution through the Know your Como project

Como residents are dismantling racial covenants and preserving untold stories through Know Your Como, a transformative neighborhood history project. Thomas Frankson, a prominent figure in the … more

By Aamira Redd | 8/11/23

The Como Park boys’ volleyball team earned the 5th place trophy at the Minnesota state club volleyball tournament.

Cougar spring sports highlights

The high school sports season that began with practices in early March concluded with state tournaments in mid-June. For hundreds of student athletes who wore a Como Park Cougar uniform, their spring … more

By Eric Erickson, Social studies teacher | 7/14/23

Seniors in the JROTC scholarship ceremony wore masks as Sgt. Major James Kirkland spoke about COVID-19 challenges experienced on the path to graduation. (Photo submitted)

New principal announced, JROTC scholarships top $1.5 million

JROTC cadet scholarships Through a unique high school experience that included a year of distance learning beginning in the spring of their freshman year, and masking requirements for nearly a year … more

By Eric Erickson , Social studies teacher | 6/7/23

NEW EAST AFRICAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) announces that a new East African Elementary Magnet School will open in September 2023. The PreK-5 school is being designed in collaboration with members of the East … more

6/7/23