Blue Earth Area School District

We're looking for two Long-Term Subs to join our awesome team! 📚✨ If you love working with kids and making a difference, this could be a great fit! Check out: www.beaschools.org

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A standing ovation for our 2025 EDDY Award winner, Carter Bell! The EDDY Award goes to a non-certified staff member at BEA Schools, nominated and voted for by all staff. Here is an excerpt from Carter's glowing nomination: "Carter Bell is an INCREDIBLE asset to Blue Earth Area Elementary. He is approachable and always flexible to do what is asked of him, he communicates clearly and calmly, and he is a reliable staff person as he shows up both physically and mentally every day. Carter relates well to students - whether in the classroom or outside in the morning or at noon recess - (like, seriously, get some sunscreen, Carter) and he is known to give his best effort, encouragement, and a listening ear to everyone he meets. Carter is not only EXCELLENT at his job, but he is one of the most polite and kind human beings and shows up with a smile on his face - even when the job or life gets difficult. It is a privilege to work with such an AMAZING person." #beabucpride

Monday, June 9, BEA School Board Meeting Click this link to watch the livestream of this evening's Blue Earth Area School Board meeting at 6:00: https://boxcast.tv/view/school-board-meeting-06092025-dk9c4zsvowliz9esjrdd

Trading in textbooks for sunscreen and backpacks for beach towels--enjoy your summer, Blue Earth Area!

Mrs. Barke's talented Ceramics students created some amazing pottery this quarter! She found it an absolute pleasure working with these students. (The seniors are not pictured, but some of their lovely pottery is in the photos.) #beabucpride

Yesterday, our amazing BEA 5th graders teamed up with their Kindergarten buddies one last time this school year. They enjoyed time together outdoors and made unforgettable memories playing a game of kickball . 🟢 Watching these friendships grow has been such a joy! #beabucpride

Important: Action Required for 2025-2026 School Transportation 🚌 All K–12 students must be registered to receive school bus transportation. This process helps the Blue Earth Area Schools Transportation Department plan safe and efficient routes. **If this form is not completed, no bus transportation will be scheduled for your student.** How to Complete the Transportation Survey: 1. Log in to your Parent Portal in Infinite Campus. 2. On the home page, look for a blue field at the top, right above the Welcome message. 3. In that blue field, you'll see a message about the Transportation Opt-In Survey. 4. Click on the underlined words: Message Center. 5. Once you're in the Message Center, click the "Surveys" tab. 6. You’ll see the "Transportation Opt-In 25–26 School Year" survey. 7. Complete this form for each child who will need transportation. 🚌 Deadline: June 15, 2025 at 12:00 AM Be sure to complete the form on time so your child is scheduled for bus transportation. Eligibility Guidelines: ▪️Grades K–7 must live 1 mile or more from the Elementary School ▪️Grades 8–12 must live more than 2 miles from the High School ▪️High school students within 1 mile of the Elementary should walk there to catch a transfer bus ▪️Kindergarteners must be met at the stop by an adult unless going to daycare

The BEA 5th Grade field trip to Northern Star Base Camp was a huge success! The students had an amazing day filled with archery, rock climbing, and exciting team-building games. Such a great way to learn and grow outside the classroom! 💪🎯👏 #beabucpride

We had an unexpected adventure this morning when we arrived to find a few surprise water features ⛲️ in our buildings-courtesy of some leaky roofs! 💦A huge thank you goes out to our incredible custodial and maintenance teams who jumped into action right away, cleaning up the affected areas and setting out buckets to catch the drips 💧so we could keep the day running smoothly. Our students and staff have been amazing-flexible, respectful, and full of good humor as they navigate around the temporary setups in our hallways, media centers, and gymnasiums.🛢🪜 It's just another reminder of the wonderful people we have here at BEA. All events and activities will continue as planned, but we do ask everyone to be mindful of the buckets and signs that mark any areas with standing water. While we're hopeful for repairs soon, the final fix may take a few days. In the meantime, please use extra caution when visiting our buildings. ☔️ Thank you for your understanding, and for being the great community that you are!

IMPORTANT CARNIVAL UPDATE! We're so excited for our School Carnival today (Wednesday, May 21st)! Due to the forecasted cool and wet weather, the event will now be held indoors at the Blue Earth Area High School. 🎪 Same fun, just under one roof! We'll still have games, prizes, and all your favorite treats, including mini donuts, lemonade, ice cream, hamburgers, and hot dogs for purchase! 🕒 Event Time: 4:00–6:30 PM (Note time change) 📍 New Location: Inside BEA High School (please use door A)

Thank You to Our Speech and Language Pathologists for the incredible work you do every day. Your patience, expertise, and dedication help our students find their voices—sometimes literally—and build the confidence they need to succeed. You make a lasting difference, and we are so grateful for you! #beabucpride

Today brought pure excitement to BEA Elementary as our students took part in one of their favorite events—**BINGO !** The thrill of shouting “BINGO!” was only matched by the joyful chaos that followed, as students sprinted through the halls to the prize table to claim their rewards. If some of our photos turned out a bit blurry, it's only because it's hard to catch lightning in a snapshot—those kids can move! So much fun! #beabucpride

🎉🎪 Spring Carnival is Coming! 🎪🎉 Get ready for an evening of FREE fun for all ages at the Spring Carnival! 📍 Blue Earth Area High School 🗓 May 21, 2025 🕓 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM Come enjoy: 🐐 Petting Zoo 🏰 Bounce Houses 🎨 Face Painting 🎯 Games for everyone! 🍩 Mini donuts, ice cream, lemonade, and more will be available for purchase. Bring your friends, family, and festive spirit—don’t miss this awesome community event!

☀️ Blue Earth Area K-7 students enjoyed a special Lunch on the Lawn on Monday! They were treated by our lunchroom staff to a delicious meal and the chance to eat outside under sunny skies and fresh spring air. What a perfect way to celebrate the season! 🌷🍽️🌳 #beabucpride

In Mr. Schoenfelder's Forensic Science class, students have been studying Forensic Anthropology. Today they were identifying, making observations and documenting as much information as possible about the individual from whom these bones originated. Fascinating! #beabucpride

Congrats to our BUC PRIDE winners for Quarter 3 of the 2024-2025 School Year! Each quarter, Buc PRIDE award winners are chosen through a collaboration of high school staff and National Honor Society members. In the spring, 10th, 11th, and 12th graders are invited to apply for NHS membership based on their GPA. Membership is awarded based upon academics, service, character, and leadership. #beabucpride

Let’s cheer on our amazing BPA students as they head to Orlando, FL, to compete in the National BPA Convention! Seniors Carter Rosenau, Annika Salisbury and Madelyn Ferguson Juniors Grace Schavey, Amelia Greff, and Carol Schrader Sophomore Aubrey Woodwick BPA Advisor Holly Vogltance Go get 'em, Bucs! #beabucpride

At Blue Earth Area Schools, we have so much to celebrate, especially our incredible seniors! As we head to the end of the school year, we’re excited to highlight one outstanding BEA senior each day, showcasing their unique contributions and achievements. #seniorspotlight #beabucpride

Today we celebrate and thank our amazing school nurse, Ann Crofton, for the care and calm she brings to our school every single day. Her gentle energy, kind heart, and steady presence make such a difference in the lives of our students and staff. Whether it’s a scraped knee, a tough day, or a health emergency, Nurse Crofton is always there — ready to help with a kind word and a steady hand. We’re so grateful for all the ways she keeps our school community healthy and supported. Thank you, Nurse Crofton — you are truly appreciated! 💐 #beabucpride