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Graduating Classes from SGHS This page is a work in progress. We will continue to add class composites as well as class lists. We would love to be able to add info on class members and photos (new and old) Class Composites Class Lists with out Composites. The early years did not make a composite, and we are not aware of any class photos. We are still working on get the composites from 2000 forward added. Link to a list of 1903-1926 graduates Link to a list of 1926-1945 graduates Link to a list of 2001 - 2024 graduates

ABOUT The Spring Grove Alumni Association hopes that this website will be a one stop shop that will allow Alumni and Friends, local and nationwide, to follow and support the school we attended and we all love. OUR TEAM The Alumni Association is the dream of a few alumni, Nancy Blexrud Gulbranson (Class of 1976) and Don Wendel (Class of 1969) They have been brainstorming and volunteering their time to get this off the ground. ​ The group includes leaders from the Spring Grove Athletic Boosters, Music Boosters, Scholar Dollars and the school itself. We are still discovering and learning how we can work together to support Spring Grove Schools. ​ We also want this to be a place to help us all stay connected. Please consider sharing contact info, photos, upcoming class reunions so that we can make this a place to connect as well as support the school that still is thriving in the town that we all grew up in, Spring Grove Public School. ​ Feel free to contact us at sgmnalumni@gmail.com Page from 1934-36 Spotlight

A Long and Proud Tradition SPRING GROVE SCHOOL FRIENDS & ALUMNI Join friends and alumni of Spring Grove Public School, Spring Grove, MN ABOUT US The Spring Grove Friends and Alumni Association hope that this website will be a one stop shop that will allow Alumni and Friends, local and nationwide, to follow and support the school we attended and we all love. JOIN If you graduated or ever went to school at Spring Grove, or worked at Spring Grove Public Schools we would love to know where you are now. There are no fees. ​ Add your info... DONATE The SG Friends & Alumni Association encourages you to donate to booster groups associated with Spring Grove Public Schools. More Info EVENTS If your Spring Grove class is planning a reunion, it would be great if it could be posted on this calendar of events! If you click on the link below and submit your event, we will get it on the calendar. Send us your event! Submit your NOMINATION(s) for 2025 BASH HONOREES pictures from old yearbooks FLASHES FROM THE PAST page from 1969 Yearbook Contact For more info contact Nancy Gulbranson or Don Wendel Spring Grove Friends & Alumni ​ Spring Grove, Minnesota CALENDAR Shae Go Lions

DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI MOLLIE BUSTA SGHS Grad Year: 1997 Spring Grove High School graduate Molly Busta-Lange was recently inducted into the prestigious Minnesota Music Hall of fame located in New Ulm Minnesota on Saturday April 23, 2022. Started in 1989 it has showcased musicians and educators who have contributed significantly to Minnesota music. Over 200 inductees have been enshrined along with their music memorabilia. Visit MMHF@newulmtel.net Mollie B's website: https://www.mollieb.com ​ Pictured is Molly B. and Don Wendel (Spring Grove class of 1969) ABOUT EVENTS SUPPORT GRADUATES DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI Search Results JENNA (Landsom) PAULSEN SGHS Grad Year: 2003 Describe your career journey since leaving Spring Grove Public Schools: I attended St. Olaf College and majored in Studio Art and Norwegian, and then went on to get my MFA in Sustainable Interior Architecture from Columbia College Chicago. When I entered the workforce in 2007, it was uncommon (and difficult!) to go off on your own and make a living as an artist, so I sought out ways to incorporate my visual art skills into my "day" work. I worked in many companies and served lots of different roles – from Design Associate to Office Manager to Human Resources Specialist. I always had plenty of work in those positions, but I also figured out ways to incorporate creativity into my work – like taking on graphic design projects, and offering to select furniture, paint colors and artwork for office spaces. I continued to create art when I could find time, and slowly began to build up my art business starting in 2019. I enlisted the help of a business coach, and took advantage of some coursework on building an online art business. I left my "day job" in May of 2022, and am loving every day of my career as an artist! Outstand ing Highlights of your life including awards or recognition: I've exhibited and sold my work throughout the country – one of the first (and favorite) places being at Bluff Country Artists Gallery in Spring Grove! A few notable homes for my work include a restaurant in Chicago, an environmental consulting office in Syracuse, and several pieces at a cancer treatment center in Upstate NY. Having my work on display for people in all walks of life and going through a variety of life circumstances is, for me, what this career is all about. My hope is that the landscapes I paint help to bring up positive memories and soothing thoughts for the viewer, and inspire thoughtful, responsible stewardship of our local landscapes. Share strengths (lessons learned) from your years at Spring Grove Public School that may have shaped your life: One of the things I appreciate most looking back on my education at Spring Grove Public Schools is that I had the opportunity to try everything. While I knew early on that I wasn't cut out to be an athlete, I participated in as many arts and volunteer organizations as I could. Band, Choir, Drama, Speech, and Youth Development were some of my favorites – and the balancing act of being a good student AND participating in many extracurriculars taught me to manage my time well and to work hard. As I made friends in college and grad school, I learned that it's much more difficult to participate in as many organizations – between scheduling difficulties and tryout requirements – at larger schools. I am also grateful to my fantastic high school art teacher, Renee Eiken, for helping me succeed in many ways. She even lined up extra teaching support (by the very talented artist, Doris Morken) when I asked to pursue oil painting as an independent study! I believe the extra investment she made in my art education gave me the boost I needed to succeed in college and beyond. Who influenced your life and how? I'm inspired by individuals (there are so many of them out there!) who know what they want to do, and create their own path – even if it doesn't fall neatly into another field, company, or organization. A couple of creatives who came out of Spring Grove – the amazingly talented performer, Mollie B, and the successful artist Kelly Jean Ohl – are a couple of admirable creatives that I'm lucky to know! I have 2 creative friends where I live in Syracuse (a marriage & family therapist and a marketing entrepreneur) who have started their own creative businesses, and have been instrumental in encouraging me to invest in myself and start my own business. What are your goals and aspirations that you have today? I am working on new artwork nearly every day, and I have no shortage of ideas for new pieces to create next. The marketing and business side doesn't come as naturally to me, and as a good Minnesotan Lutheran (ha!), I've had to learn to show and talk about my work in ways that don't feel too pushy or sales-y. So I'm always working to improve my business from a marketing standpoint! In addition, I am working on creating a new online course that will teach anyone how to paint with acrylics – no prior knowledge or painting experience needed! I think many people have a real desire to pursue something creative, and especially after we've all lived through a couple of pandemic years, it's helpful to have an enjoyable activity to turn to that's different from work or household responsibilities. I find so much joy in painting, and I hope to help other people spark that same joy and satisfaction! Please share a message for SG Students, Staff, Community and fellow alums: I think every person is born with a gift to share with the world, and once you figure out what yours is, don't let anyone stop you from sharing it! Today, we are uniquely equipped with access to TONS of information via the internet and social media, and this also means that it's easier than ever to share your gifts, and even start a business! Follow Jenna on Facebook and her website

Help purchase Chair Risers for the Choir Room The risers will make the Choir Room at SG Schools a more teachable space. Make a Donation Today! THANK YOU CLASSS 1974!! Class representative, Cindy Groth stopped at the SG Friends and Alumni set up during Uff Da Fest 2024 and made a donation to the Choir Room Chair Risers! Thank you! ​ Pictured Cindy (Morken) Groth '74 handing off a check to Nancy (Blexrud) Gulbranson '76 Show Your Support We believe in the power of people, and specifically the power of Spring Grove Friends and Alumni, which is why we created this website. By creating a space where alumnus and friends can meet, chat, network, and build relationships, we believe this will be a great place to make Spring Grove schools better than ever. Consider making regular donations to any of these Spring Grove School booster clubs or to the school itself. Northside of 1899 school, where the cafeteria is now ATHLETIC BOOSTERS Donate to the Athletic Boosters. Your money will go towards new team equipment, scoreboards, nourishment for teams on some of their long bus rides, etc. ​ 1915 or 1916 Band MUSIC BOOSTERS Donate to the Music Boosters and your money will go towards new music, musical instruments, updating music equpment, etc. ​ Possibly the Class of 1916 SPRING GROVE SCHOLAR DOLLARS Scholar Dollars (formerly Dollars for Scholars) has raised money and given thousands of dollars away in scholarships to seniors as they go onto pursue further education after graduating from Spring Grove. School built in 1899. An addition was added in 1922 SPECIAL SCHOOL PROJECTS There always seems to be a major project going on at school to keep our school up-to-date and having the best technology and equipment to make learning the best it can be. SOFTBALL FIELD FUNDRAISER Class of 1969 is awesome! They made a $2,500 donation to the Softball Field Fundraiser. Pictured: Softball Coach - Kelsey (Anderson) Morken (Class 2003), Sidney Holland (Class 2025), from the Class of '69 -- Darla Wirth Hunzeker, Candy Morken Oefstedahl, and Don Wendel.​ 2023 NOVEMBER CHALLENGE a Success! Thanks to everyone who made the November Challenge a success. In January a check was given to Spring Grove schools. ​ Nancy Gulbranson presenting a check to Superintendent Rachel Udstuen Xylophones, mallets, JH Basketball uniforms, the art divider were all purchased. ​ xylophones mallets art divider jh basketball uniforms a seperate check was given to scholar dollars for the new 4 year scholarship for the music department (Pictured JH boys; girls uniforms were also purchased.)

60-year reunion of Spring Grove High School Class of 1964 By Jan Lee Buxengard Members of the Spring Grove High School graduating class of 1964 held their 60-year reunion on Sat., Sept. 21 at the Spring Grove American Legion. Members of the class who attended included: front row, l-r: Cheryl (Melbostad) Numedahl, Shirley (Skadson) Giblin, Carol (Gilbertson) Espelien, Carol (Kjome) Williams, Carol (Lanswerk) Olson, Barbara (Onsgard) Bentley, Linda (Ingvalson) Johnson. Middle row: Robert Muller, Mark Ellingson, Richard Myhre, Carol (Halverson) Rustad, Linda (Ekern) Rosaaen, Kay (Scheevel) Rauk. Back row: Gary Buxengard, Donald Kjome, Jeff Olson, Marshal Staven, Keith Hjelle, Richard Storlie, and Steve Guberud. Of the 50 member class, 13 are deceased, namely: Joe Egge, Joe Eiken, James Fenton, Keven Goodno, Doris (Holtan) Thomas, Judy (Lee) Reinhardt, Bonnie (Moen) Jones, Pat (Ostern) Blagsvedt, Rita (Overhaug) Kulish, Allan Peterson, Ann (Torvick) Holland, Carole (Trehus) Simonet, and Thomas Tweeten. CLASS EVENTS If your class is having an upcoming reunion, we would love to promote it by listing it here with contact information for the event. Let us know about your class event. ACROSS THE GENERATIONS.... Nancy (Blexrud) Gulbranson (class of '76) had a great visit with Marilyn (Myrah) Bunge (class of '48) at Green Lea Manor in Mabel. While looking at SGHS memorabilia, they shared lots of stories and had much laughter. Spring Grove has so many great connections! Let's keep making them happen. Thanks to all the graduates (and family members) that attended!! A fun afternoon was had by all! Hopefully we can make this an annual or biennial event. Name Tags IMG_6906 IMG_6959 Name Tags 1/31 A few pictures from the event. May 30, 2024 Click on picture to make larger "On Spring Grove...." At Giants of the Earth Heritage Center