Parade attendees saw a ton of Inver Grove Heights Schools (ISD 199) students and staff in this year’s IGH Days Parade! ISD 199 staff and partners took the opportunity to welcome students back to school and highlight information about the school district’s November 3 ballot question. Those who couldn’t attend or want more information can visit www.isd199.org/renewal.

Inver Grove Heights hosts a weekend of fun and information for all of its residents each year. IGH Days features organizations from across the community, including a number of student and staff representatives from ISD 199. Even before the weekend began, then Hilltop Elementary School student, Henry, started off the IGH Days celebration with artwork for the 2026 IGH Days button. Now a middle schooler, Henry waved to the community from his very own float in the parade. 

The parade also featured ISD 199 staff and students in school organizations as well as community programs. Student athletes from Simley High School’s football, softball team, bowling team, theatre program, and more handed out candy and information along the parade route. Simley Soccer helped Dakota County Commissioner Joe Atkins collect food donations for the local Neighbors, Inc. Food Shelf. 

The Simley Marching Band and Simley Dance Team performed for audience members throughout the parade, previewing their skills and their routines for this season.

ISD 199 educators and school board members welcomed students back to school as some walked with their families and others handed out candy and information about the district’s November 3 no-increase Capital Projects Levy renewal. ISD 199 students of all ages were also present at the parade to represent local sports associations, businesses, and pageants hosted by community groups. 

Thank you to everyone who attended IGH Days, represented ISD 199 and the community in the weekend’s event, and cheered on students and staff!