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Latest news at East Ridge High School.
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![Back-to-School Update]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1721057333/sowashcok12mnus/liaxgi0fu7qkvb70hzbu/annualupdate.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1721057333/sowashcok12mnus/liaxgi0fu7qkvb70hzbu/annualupdate.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1721057333/sowashcok12mnus/liaxgi0fu7qkvb70hzbu/annualupdate.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1721057333/sowashcok12mnus/liaxgi0fu7qkvb70hzbu/annualupdate.png","width":940}])
All families must complete this update between Aug. 1 through Aug.15.
![East Ridge Construction]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750692501/sowashcok12mnus/mkluqcpvyp015ov90mgk/erhsconstruction.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1750692501/sowashcok12mnus/mkluqcpvyp015ov90mgk/erhsconstruction.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1750692501/sowashcok12mnus/mkluqcpvyp015ov90mgk/erhsconstruction.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1750692501/sowashcok12mnus/mkluqcpvyp015ov90mgk/erhsconstruction.png","width":1058}])
Here are a few recent highlights of the ongoing construction projects at East Ridge High School.
![Project lead the way capstone students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1779976801/sowashcok12mnus/tywpelmg8q6pegylixyp/pltw_captstone.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1779976801/sowashcok12mnus/tywpelmg8q6pegylixyp/pltw_captstone.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1779976801/sowashcok12mnus/tywpelmg8q6pegylixyp/pltw_captstone.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1779976801/sowashcok12mnus/tywpelmg8q6pegylixyp/pltw_captstone.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1779976801/sowashcok12mnus/tywpelmg8q6pegylixyp/pltw_captstone.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1779976801/sowashcok12mnus/tywpelmg8q6pegylixyp/pltw_captstone.png","width":2200}])
Throughout the school year, student teams work alongside assigned engineers from 3M to identify a problem, research possible solutions, develop prototypes and prepare professional presentations.
![Join an advisory group]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1755618466/sowashcok12mnus/wcsdbxqc3s2zho3bkehn/joinandadvisory.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1755618466/sowashcok12mnus/wcsdbxqc3s2zho3bkehn/joinandadvisory.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1755618466/sowashcok12mnus/wcsdbxqc3s2zho3bkehn/joinandadvisory.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1755618466/sowashcok12mnus/wcsdbxqc3s2zho3bkehn/joinandadvisory.png","width":1000}])
We invite you to consider joining an advisory or committee to share your voice and contribute to our school community.
We are pleased to share that a new leader has been selected to serve East Ridge High School (ERHS). Please join us in welcoming Elicia Buzinec as the next principal beginning July 1, 2026.
![Sub Bucks]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1777507273/sowashcok12mnus/sjfgiiealfraz85uiyt5/sunbucks.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1777507273/sowashcok12mnus/sjfgiiealfraz85uiyt5/sunbucks.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1777507273/sowashcok12mnus/sjfgiiealfraz85uiyt5/sunbucks.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1777507273/sowashcok12mnus/sjfgiiealfraz85uiyt5/sunbucks.png","width":1000}])
Minnesota’s SUN Bucks program provides $120 per eligible child to help families buy groceries during the summer months. Each child receives $40 per month (June–August) on a pre-loaded EBT card.
![The image shows a group of young people playing musical instruments, with several individuals in the foreground focused on their flutes or other wind instruments.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1777507273/sowashcok12mnus/yygvdivjm5jgeu1x9sad/mnstatemusic.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1777507273/sowashcok12mnus/yygvdivjm5jgeu1x9sad/mnstatemusic.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1777507273/sowashcok12mnus/yygvdivjm5jgeu1x9sad/mnstatemusic.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1777507273/sowashcok12mnus/yygvdivjm5jgeu1x9sad/mnstatemusic.png","width":1000}])
Several students from East Ridge and Woodbury high schools were selected among hundreds of students across Minnesota.
![Senior Meal Balances]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1777507273/sowashcok12mnus/raoqcec6nmaqmajmdvms/seniorlunchbalances.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1777507273/sowashcok12mnus/raoqcec6nmaqmajmdvms/seniorlunchbalances.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1777507273/sowashcok12mnus/raoqcec6nmaqmajmdvms/seniorlunchbalances.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1777507273/sowashcok12mnus/raoqcec6nmaqmajmdvms/seniorlunchbalances.png","width":1000}])
Parents must review their senior's meal account balance to determine what to do with any funds that remain in their student's account after graduation.
![2026 Scholastic Awards]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1775148030/sowashcok12mnus/htntk8dmfzvqeezu8uon/scholasticawards.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1775148030/sowashcok12mnus/htntk8dmfzvqeezu8uon/scholasticawards.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1775148030/sowashcok12mnus/htntk8dmfzvqeezu8uon/scholasticawards.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1775148030/sowashcok12mnus/htntk8dmfzvqeezu8uon/scholasticawards.png","width":1000}])
The Minnesota Scholastic Art Awards competition awards students in grades 7-12 in 28 categories of art and writing. Several students from East Ridge and Woobury high schools were recipients of these awards.
![2026 Athena Awards]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1775148030/sowashcok12mnus/ds4r2qxzpljt0qfc5tfx/athena2026.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1775148030/sowashcok12mnus/ds4r2qxzpljt0qfc5tfx/athena2026.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1775148030/sowashcok12mnus/ds4r2qxzpljt0qfc5tfx/athena2026.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1775148030/sowashcok12mnus/ds4r2qxzpljt0qfc5tfx/athena2026.png","width":1000}])
The Athena Awards program honors the exceptional athletic achievements of 55 female high school seniors from the metro area. The award is based on excellence in individual sports or for participation and accomplishments in team sports.