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Communications

Community Relations staff are responsible for a wide range of communication initiatives that support students, staff and families in Osseo Area Schools. Key department work includes:

  • Communications counsel
  • Media relations
  • Crisis communications
  • School news reporting
  • Website updates and maintenance
  • District social media management
  • Video production
  • Photography support
  • Realtor communications and support

District and School Website Updates

The Community Relations team is responsible for maintaining the district and school websites. If you have a website update request that's been approved by your manager or site leader, please submit it online.

ISD 279 Osseo Area Schools

Main Contacts

Kay Villella

Executive Director Community Relations
Educational Service Center
VillellaK@District279.org
763-391-7002 x27002

Clay Sawatzke

Coordinator Community Relations & Publications
Educational Service Center
SawatzkeC@District279.org
763-391-7172 x27172

Merissa Morey

Marketing & Outreach Specialist
Educational Service Center
MoreyM@District279.org
763-391-7168 x27168

 

Tanya Bradehoft

Specialist Communication
Educational Service Center
BradehoftT@District279.org
763-391-7187 x27187

Meghan Kuemmel

Specialist Communication
Educational Service Center
KuemmelM@District279.org
 763-391-7086 x27086 ext. 27086

Meg Gutzwiller

Specialist Communication
Educational Service Center
GutzwillerM@District279.org
763-391-7101 x27101

Media inquiries

Journalists who seek information for stories or wish to interview staff should begin by contacting the district's communications team.

News Stories

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children performing in musical

Students at Edinbrook Elementary School recently captivated an audience of family, friends and school staff with a performance in the school’s gymnasium of Selections from Frozen. The after-school production was made possible in partnership with Osseo Area Schools’ Community Education Youth Enrichment program and The BEAT (Bunce Educational Adventure Theater).

Read More about Youth Enrichment program showcases student talent in musical performance

279Connect is a newsletter distributed to ISD 279 parents/caregivers and community members each Tuesday throughout the school year. In it, you'll find interesting school news, school board meeting highlights, important reminders, upcoming dates and more. Think of it as your one-stop shop for staying up to date of all things you need to know about Osseo Area Schools.

On this page, you will find a list of past 279Connect emails archived for your convenience. If you have any questions about the newsletter or wish to request content for inclusion in the next edition, please contact Meghan Kuemmel.