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Back-to-School 2026-27
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Welcome 'Lil Packers!
Kindergarten registration is open for the 2026-27 school year! Visit our virtual tour and classroom and enroll your student on the kindergarten registration page.
Back-to-School 2026-27
Visit the Back-to-School Page for important dates and information.
We are Packers
Engage, Educate, Empower!
At Kaposia Education Center, our mission is to Engage, Educate, and Empower every student to learn, grow, and succeed through instruction that fosters real-world connections and a lifelong love of learning. We nurture an inclusive Packer community where every student feels valued, supported, and inspired to grow through creativity, collaboration, and academic excellence. Together, we develop confident learners, compassionate classmates, and capable problem-solvers who are prepared to make a positive impact in their world.
School Hours: 9:00 am - 3:35 pm
Attendance Line: (651) 457-9422
Attendance email: kecattend@sspps.org
News and Information
Stay up to date with the latest news, announcements, and stories from Kaposia Education Center.
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Place your Lifetouch school picture order ahead of time on mylifetouch.com using your school's Picture Day ID.
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South St. Paul Public Schools is excited to welcome Sarah Kaufenberg as the new Assistant Principal at Kaposia Education Center!
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SSPPS is partnering with ESS, an educational talent and management provider, for the District’s substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, and support staff.
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Kaposia has received a MN DNR No Child Left Inside Grant to provide students with hands-on learning experiences in fishing, aquatic ecosystems, and environmental conservation.
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Upcoming Events
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