Community Backpack

Welcome to ISD 748's Community Backpack! This is a central posting area to distribute information from non-profit organizations and partners of ISD 748. Our schools have moved to electronic distribution of flyers from community groups. We support the reduction in paper use as well as the decreased volume of mail that our students carry in their backpacks. This page brings all approved flyers into one place for easy browsing and downloading. Parents/guardians may want to bookmark the page for easy access. In order for a flyer to be posted here, it must meet one or more of the requirements defined below: Originate from a non-profit agency or group Advertise events of interest to students Take place in one of our surrounding communities Do not duplicate programs already offered in the Sartell-St. Stephen School District Materials posted on this page are the responsibility of the organization represented. All flyers must be submitted to Community Education Director Jen Traver for review and approval.

Local Events

Project Connect

Free community event provides people in the community with the opportunity to access services offered by: Governmental agencies, Non-profit organizations and other community agencies Services Offered:

- Legal resolution

- Disability services

- Clothing, coats & shoes, etc.

Additional Information Somali and Spanish interpreters will be available. Free lunch Door prize giveaways

Follow Project Connect on Facebook for updates Event Details

📅 October 27, 2026 🕙 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM 📍 River’s Edge Convention Center 10 – 4th Ave S, St. Cloud, MN 56301

Game Day Tastes Better In Minnesota

Game Day Tastes Better in Minnesota!

Come Meet and Greet Riley Schwellenbach #4, St. John’s University wide receiver, and enjoy an evening of football, Dr Pepper, prizes, and fun!

📅 Friday, October 2nd 🕕 6:00–8:00 PM 📍 Kwik Trip #147 200 2nd Ave NW, St. Joseph, MN 56374

Then join Riley again: 📅 Friday, October 16th 🕕 6:00–8:00 PM 📍 Coborn’s – St. Joe 1500 Elm St. E, St. Joseph, MN 56374

Fans will have the chance to meet Riley, take photos, get signed autographs, and win Dr Pepper prizes! Proud sponsor of SJU Athletics: Dr Pepper, Bernick’s, Coborn’s, and Kwik Trip.

Join us for the 14th annual: Great Country Pumpkin Party -

Put on your costume and join us for a fun-filled Trick or Treat Event for children and adults with disabilities!

- Enjoy food, games, treats, and lots of Halloween fun in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

October 29th from 5:00PM - 6:30PM at Country Inn and Suites West, 235 Park Ave South Saint Cloud, MN.

For more information please contact: Maggie Manzke, 320-259-8999, mamanzke@sandcompanies.com

Veterans Day Brunch

Saturday, October 17th, 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Sartell Community Center

Please call the Sartell Community Center to reserve your spot.

- 320-258-7331

Each veteran can have 1 guest There is limited seating so please reserve your spot early!

This event is hosted by the Sartell Senior Connection and sponsored by Sartell Legion Post 277 and the Sartell Historical Society

Middle and High School Esports Camps

A one-day Esports Camp hosted at St. Cloud State University. This camp introduces students to esports as a structured, educational, and team-based activity. It’s not just gaming. Participants will work with university coaches and students, use professional grade gaming PCs, and engage in hands on skill development, teamwork challenges, and collegiate level practice sessions.

Key highlights: Middle School Camp: Grades 6–8 High School Academy: Grades 8–12 All skill levels welcome Professional gaming equipment and supervised instruction Challenges, tournaments, and university led activities STEM aligned, accredited educational experience

Why Esports Matters: Esports builds communication, leadership, focus, and confidence. It provides a pathway for students who may not participate in traditional sports to develop teamwork skills, strategic thinking, and digital literacy. Early exposure helps students form healthy digital habits and discover future academic or career interests in technology, media, and STEM fields. Availability is limited