Schools

Five Eden Prairie students awarded National Merit Scholarships

EPLN Staff Reports • May 9, 2025

Five students from Eden Prairie, including four from EPHS, are awarded $2,500 National Merit Scholarships for academic achievement.

Police investigated former Oak Point principal; no charges filed

EPLN Staff Reports • May 5, 2025

Chris Rogers, former Oak Point principal, was investigated by Eden Prairie police in 2024. Prosecutors declined to file charges.

Eden Prairie teacher wins state’s top honor

Stuart Sudak • May 4, 2025

Linda Wallenberg, an English teacher at Eden Prairie High School, is named Minnesota Teacher of the Year after decades of impact.

EP student creates digital fashion portfolio in advance of May 3 show

EPLN Staff Reports • May 1, 2025

Anna Mathsen of Eden Prairie used 3D-modeling photogrammetry at the University of Wisconsin-Stout to showcase students' fashion designs.

Eden Prairie student helps experimental vehicle team win twice

EPLN Staff Reports • April 29, 2025

Luke Marvin of Eden Prairie is a member of the Saint Thomas Academy team that took first place in two divisions at the 2025 Shell Eco-marathon.

Expected Monday storms prompt after-school closures, school board meeting rescheduled

EPLN Staff Reports • April 28, 2025

Eden Prairie Schools will close early April 28 due to severe weather, canceling evening activities and rescheduling the school board meeting.

Eden Prairie High School stages ‘Animal Farm’ May 1-3

Juliana Allen • April 27, 2025

Eden Prairie High School stages a timely adaptation of “Animal Farm,” highlighting themes of power, protest, and societal responsibility.

CMS presents ‘Disney’s Descendants: The Musical,’ April 29, May 1-3

Juliana Allen • April 26, 2025

Central Middle School students bring Disney favorites to life in “Descendants: The Musical,” a family-friendly show filled with music and adventure.

New Oak Point principal selected

EPLN Staff Reports • April 25, 2025

Theresa Marty, a longtime educator, has been named principal of Oak Point Elementary in Eden Prairie, effective July 1.

Dare 2 Be Real hosts annual Culture Day event

Juliana Allen • April 25, 2025

Eden Prairie High School celebrated Culture Day with performances and activities, highlighting student diversity and global traditions during Unity Week.

World Food Prize organization selects EP student as 2025 intern

EPLN Staff Reports • April 22, 2025

High schooler Maya Sande of Eden Prairie is one of 16 students worldwide selected as a Borlaug-Ruan International Intern.

EPHS clubs stitch sustainability into student life

Caroline Nave • April 22, 2025

Two EPHS clubs take action on sustainability, from thrifted fashion to park cleanups, showing students how to help the planet.