Please help us welcome Blue Earth Area's new staff!
🍎Meet Mrs. Hassing!
Early Childhood Education Coordinator
Kayla Hassing is thrilled to be part of the very same program where her education journey began 25 years ago and is eager to bring fresh ideas to the ECFE & Discovery Place Preschool program. Born and raised in Blue Earth, she attended school here from preschool through 12th grade before heading to La Crosse, Wisconsin. She then attended UW–La Crosse. After college, she taught in Wisconsin for two years before returning to Blue Earth. Since then, she has taught in a variety of roles, including 2nd grade, 3rd grade, and K–8 interventions. In her free time, Mrs. Hassing enjoys going for walks, working out, reading, and spending time with her family.
Welcome to ECFE & Discovery Place Preschool, Mrs. Hassing!
🏴☠️It’s been a great first day back at BEA High School—our Bucs are off to a strong start!
Meanwhile at the K-7 building, in addition to Before School Conferences, school photos, and lunch program finger scans, our K–7 building kept things interesting with a little 'back-to-school surprise' of its own 💧😉
Never a dull moment, and plenty to celebrate!
#beabucpride
Meanwhile at the K-7 building, in addition to Before School Conferences, school photos, and lunch program finger scans, our K–7 building kept things interesting with a little 'back-to-school surprise' of its own 💧😉
Never a dull moment, and plenty to celebrate!
#beabucpride
The halls are buzzing again—our Bucs are back! 🏴☠️
Welcome back to our BEA High School students and staff--here's to a year full of Buc Pride!
#beabucpride
Welcome back to our BEA High School students and staff--here's to a year full of Buc Pride!
#beabucpride
We sincerely apologize for the delay in sharing student transportation information. Our families have been waiting patiently, and we truly appreciate your understanding as we work through some unexpected challenges with our new routing system.
Our Transportation Department has been working diligently to manually enter each family’s transportation plan; here’s how you can access your child’s route information:
🚌High School students:
▪️Available now in the Parent Portal (log in, click “More” on the left side, then “Transportation”)
▪️OR get a printed copy of your transportation plan when you pick up your child's Chromebook at the Bucs Bash on Wednesday, August 20, 4–7 pm.
🚌K–7 students:
▪️Your child’s teacher will have your printed transportation plan available at Back-to-School Conferences on Monday, August 25 & Tuesday, August 26
▪️OR you may log in to the Parent Portal early next week to view it online
Thank you again for your patience—we know how important this information is as you prepare for the new school year.
Our Transportation Department has been working diligently to manually enter each family’s transportation plan; here’s how you can access your child’s route information:
🚌High School students:
▪️Available now in the Parent Portal (log in, click “More” on the left side, then “Transportation”)
▪️OR get a printed copy of your transportation plan when you pick up your child's Chromebook at the Bucs Bash on Wednesday, August 20, 4–7 pm.
🚌K–7 students:
▪️Your child’s teacher will have your printed transportation plan available at Back-to-School Conferences on Monday, August 25 & Tuesday, August 26
▪️OR you may log in to the Parent Portal early next week to view it online
Thank you again for your patience—we know how important this information is as you prepare for the new school year.
📆The 2024-25 BEA Printable Calendar is now available!
This calendar contains athletic events, concert dates, no-school days, and more!
To find the calendar, go to beaschools.org>Menu>School Calendar>2025-2026 Activities Calendar
Or click this link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ovc0qK1JO_H6FBAsMVhg-1jT46gXxUMb/view
(Please remember the calendar is subject to change, so information will be updated when needed.)
If you aren't able to print at home, a few printed copies will be available in the high school office.
This calendar contains athletic events, concert dates, no-school days, and more!
To find the calendar, go to beaschools.org>Menu>School Calendar>2025-2026 Activities Calendar
Or click this link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ovc0qK1JO_H6FBAsMVhg-1jT46gXxUMb/view
(Please remember the calendar is subject to change, so information will be updated when needed.)
If you aren't able to print at home, a few printed copies will be available in the high school office.
📸We're trying something new this year!
School photos for students in grades K-7 will be taken during Back-to-School Conferences on Monday, August 25th and Tuesday, August 26th.
Photos will be taken by Seifried Portrait Design from Fairmont, MN. This new approach gives parents the opportunity to be present when photos are taken, helping ensure a smooth and stress-free experience.
If your K-7 student is unable to attend conferences, a makeup photo day will be held once school is in session.
High School students (grades 8-12) will have their school photos taken during the school day on Thursday, September 4th.
A Note from Seifried Portrait Design:
You will not need to fill out a paper form.
· You will not need to decide ahead of time if and what you want to purchase.
· No money will need to be sent with your child on picture day.
· A few days after pictures are taken, you will receive a private link to view your child's pictures, giving you the opportunity to choose your favorite before purchasing.
· You can choose to order at your convenience from your computer or cell phone.
· Best pricing: order early, if possible, as our best pricing always happens in the first couple of days.
· Purchased orders will be sent directly to your home.
If you have any questions about pictures, please give our studio a call.
Seifried Portrait Design
507-238-2441
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¡Estamos probando algo nuevo este año!
Las fotografías escolares de los estudiantes de jardín de infantes a séptimo grado se tomarán durante las conferencias de regreso a clases el lunes 25 de agosto y el martes 26 de agosto.
Las fotografías serán tomadas porDiseño de retrato de SeifriedDe Fairmont, Minnesota. Este nuevo enfoque brinda a los padres la oportunidad de estar presentes durante la toma de fotos, lo que garantiza una experiencia fluida y sin estrés.
Si su estudiante K-7 no puede asistir a las conferencias, se llevará a cabo un día de fotografía de recuperación una vez que comience la escuela.
Estudiantes de secundaria (grados 8 a 12)Se tomarán sus fotos escolares durante el día escolar elJueves4 de septiembre.
Nota del fotógrafo:
El día de la foto de su hijo/a ya está programado y se acerca rápidamente. Como fotógrafos de retratos de la escuela, queríamos informarle cómo se tomarán las fotos este año.
· No necesitarás completar ningún formulario en papel.
· No necesitarás decidir de antemano si quieres comprar y qué.
· No será necesario enviar dinero con su hijo el día de la fotografía.
· Unos días después de que se tomen las fotografías, recibirás un enlace privado para ver las fotografías de tu hijo, lo que te dará la oportunidad de elegir tu favorita antes de comprarla.
· Podrás elegir realizar tu pedido cuando te resulte conveniente desde tu ordenador o móvil.
· Mejor precio: haga su pedido con anticipación, si es posible, ya que nuestros mejores precios siempre se obtienen en los primeros días.
· Los pedidos comprados se enviarán directamente a su domicilio.
Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre fotografías, llame a nuestro estudio.
Diseño de retrato de Seifried
507-238-2441
School photos for students in grades K-7 will be taken during Back-to-School Conferences on Monday, August 25th and Tuesday, August 26th.
Photos will be taken by Seifried Portrait Design from Fairmont, MN. This new approach gives parents the opportunity to be present when photos are taken, helping ensure a smooth and stress-free experience.
If your K-7 student is unable to attend conferences, a makeup photo day will be held once school is in session.
High School students (grades 8-12) will have their school photos taken during the school day on Thursday, September 4th.
A Note from Seifried Portrait Design:
You will not need to fill out a paper form.
· You will not need to decide ahead of time if and what you want to purchase.
· No money will need to be sent with your child on picture day.
· A few days after pictures are taken, you will receive a private link to view your child's pictures, giving you the opportunity to choose your favorite before purchasing.
· You can choose to order at your convenience from your computer or cell phone.
· Best pricing: order early, if possible, as our best pricing always happens in the first couple of days.
· Purchased orders will be sent directly to your home.
If you have any questions about pictures, please give our studio a call.
Seifried Portrait Design
507-238-2441
_____________
¡Estamos probando algo nuevo este año!
Las fotografías escolares de los estudiantes de jardín de infantes a séptimo grado se tomarán durante las conferencias de regreso a clases el lunes 25 de agosto y el martes 26 de agosto.
Las fotografías serán tomadas porDiseño de retrato de SeifriedDe Fairmont, Minnesota. Este nuevo enfoque brinda a los padres la oportunidad de estar presentes durante la toma de fotos, lo que garantiza una experiencia fluida y sin estrés.
Si su estudiante K-7 no puede asistir a las conferencias, se llevará a cabo un día de fotografía de recuperación una vez que comience la escuela.
Estudiantes de secundaria (grados 8 a 12)Se tomarán sus fotos escolares durante el día escolar elJueves4 de septiembre.
Nota del fotógrafo:
El día de la foto de su hijo/a ya está programado y se acerca rápidamente. Como fotógrafos de retratos de la escuela, queríamos informarle cómo se tomarán las fotos este año.
· No necesitarás completar ningún formulario en papel.
· No necesitarás decidir de antemano si quieres comprar y qué.
· No será necesario enviar dinero con su hijo el día de la fotografía.
· Unos días después de que se tomen las fotografías, recibirás un enlace privado para ver las fotografías de tu hijo, lo que te dará la oportunidad de elegir tu favorita antes de comprarla.
· Podrás elegir realizar tu pedido cuando te resulte conveniente desde tu ordenador o móvil.
· Mejor precio: haga su pedido con anticipación, si es posible, ya que nuestros mejores precios siempre se obtienen en los primeros días.
· Los pedidos comprados se enviarán directamente a su domicilio.
Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre fotografías, llame a nuestro estudio.
Diseño de retrato de Seifried
507-238-2441
Join Our Team!
Blue Earth Area Schools is seeking a caring, motivated, and reliable individual to serve as a Preschool Paraprofessional at Discovery Place Preschool. This is a rewarding opportunity to support early learners in a nurturing, educational environment.
Position Details:
▪️Work closely with licensed preschool teachers to support instruction and student needs.
▪️Assist in daily routines, classroom activities, and student engagement.
▪️Promote a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment.
▪️Work hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM.
▪️Additional hours may be available through ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education) classes and special events September through May.
Fill out the Application for Non-teaching Employment and send to Shannon Swanson: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NQtGER6CxcaDg-qJI1Hjld4sT7kwCjGG/view
Come make a difference in the lives of young learners and be part of a dedicated early childhood education team!
Blue Earth Area Schools is seeking a caring, motivated, and reliable individual to serve as a Preschool Paraprofessional at Discovery Place Preschool. This is a rewarding opportunity to support early learners in a nurturing, educational environment.
Position Details:
▪️Work closely with licensed preschool teachers to support instruction and student needs.
▪️Assist in daily routines, classroom activities, and student engagement.
▪️Promote a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment.
▪️Work hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM.
▪️Additional hours may be available through ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education) classes and special events September through May.
Fill out the Application for Non-teaching Employment and send to Shannon Swanson: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NQtGER6CxcaDg-qJI1Hjld4sT7kwCjGG/view
Come make a difference in the lives of young learners and be part of a dedicated early childhood education team!
Grades K–7, come kick off the 2025-26 school year with lots of foam, and lots of fun! 🫧
📅 Aug. 25 | ⏰ 4–6 PM | 📍 Elementary Playground
Don’t miss it!!!
📅 Aug. 25 | ⏰ 4–6 PM | 📍 Elementary Playground
Don’t miss it!!!
Welcome back, Bucs! 🏴☠️
Students in grades 8-12--Get ready for an awesome evening packed with a pepfest, games, and food trucks!
📅 Grab your schedule
💻 Pick up your Chromebook
📝 Finish online registration (tech help available!)
🍎 Turn in lunch money/forms
🏀 Pay athletic fees
Attendance isn’t required, but we highly recommend coming to make the first day of school smooth sailing. ⚓️
See you there, Bucs!🏴☠️
Students in grades 8-12--Get ready for an awesome evening packed with a pepfest, games, and food trucks!
📅 Grab your schedule
💻 Pick up your Chromebook
📝 Finish online registration (tech help available!)
🍎 Turn in lunch money/forms
🏀 Pay athletic fees
Attendance isn’t required, but we highly recommend coming to make the first day of school smooth sailing. ⚓️
See you there, Bucs!🏴☠️
🍂Fall sports season is here! 🏐🏃♀️🏈📣🎾
Today kicks off the first practices for volleyball, cross country, football, cheer, and girls tennis, and we can already feel the excitement in the air. Can’t wait to see our athletes in action and cheer them on all season long—let’s go, Bucs! 🏴☠️
Today kicks off the first practices for volleyball, cross country, football, cheer, and girls tennis, and we can already feel the excitement in the air. Can’t wait to see our athletes in action and cheer them on all season long—let’s go, Bucs! 🏴☠️
Blue Earth Area will be having a Fall Sports Informational Meeting on THURSDAY, AUGUST 7th at 7:00 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center at the High School. Please click on the link below for reference as to when your sport is to begin practice, as well as information about sports physicals , participation fees, and the MSHSL eligibility form.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-LY29oO05trhUTNa5u6ShuvctWfTAV33/view?usp=sharing
Like always, we anticipate a successful fall sports season. Be sure to come ready to give your all. Until then, enjoy
the rest of your summer.
~Travis Armstrong, BEA Activities Director
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-LY29oO05trhUTNa5u6ShuvctWfTAV33/view?usp=sharing
Like always, we anticipate a successful fall sports season. Be sure to come ready to give your all. Until then, enjoy
the rest of your summer.
~Travis Armstrong, BEA Activities Director
[Today (Thursday July 31) is the last day to sign up for transportation for your 8th grader's orientation on Monday!]
Attention 8th Grade Students and Families,
Blue Earth Area High School is pleased to invite all incoming 8th grade students to our 8th Grade Orientation, which will be held on Monday, August 4th, from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM.
🚌Transportation will be available by request only. To arrange transportation, please contact the Transportation Office at 507-526-3294 no later than Thursday, July 31st.
We look forward to welcoming our new students and helping them prepare for a successful school year.
The schedule for pick ups and drop offs is as follows:
📍Blue Earth | Location: Pemberton Gym | Pickup 9:15 | Drop off12:10
📍Delavan | Location: Community Center | Pickup 9:00 | Drop off12:25
📍Elmore | Location: City Library | Pickup 9:10 | Drop off12:15
📍Frost | Location: City Hall | Pickup 9:00 | Drop off12:25
📍Winnebago | Location: Old School | Pickup 9:10 | Drop off12:15
If you have any questions please call the high school office at (507) 526-3201.
Now Hiring Paraprofessionals – Join Our Team!
Blue Earth Area Schools is seeking dedicated Paraprofessionals to support students in grades K–7 and at the high school level.
If you’re passionate about education and helping students succeed, we encourage you to apply. Please complete the Non-Teaching Employment Application and submit it to either:
– Conan Shaffer, BEA High School Principal (for high school positions)
– Ty Sturtz, BEA K–7 Assistant Principal (for elementary/middle school positions)
📄 Application link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NQtGER6CxcaDg-qJI1Hjld4sT7kwCjGG/view
We’d love to have you as part of the Blue Earth Area team!
Blue Earth Area Schools is seeking dedicated Paraprofessionals to support students in grades K–7 and at the high school level.
If you’re passionate about education and helping students succeed, we encourage you to apply. Please complete the Non-Teaching Employment Application and submit it to either:
– Conan Shaffer, BEA High School Principal (for high school positions)
– Ty Sturtz, BEA K–7 Assistant Principal (for elementary/middle school positions)
📄 Application link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NQtGER6CxcaDg-qJI1Hjld4sT7kwCjGG/view
We’d love to have you as part of the Blue Earth Area team!
Join our TEAM!
High School Social Studies Teacher
Date Available: 2025-2026 SY
Date Closing: Open until Filled
Location: Blue Earth Area High School
Located in Blue Earth, Minnesota at the junction of Interstate 90 and US Highway 169, the Blue Earth Area School District ISD 2860 serves the Southern Minnesota communities of Blue Earth, Frost, Winnebago, Delavan, and Elmore. The district’s mission is to invest in students so they succeed and excel in an ever-changing world.
Check out: www.beaschools.org
High School Social Studies Teacher
Date Available: 2025-2026 SY
Date Closing: Open until Filled
Location: Blue Earth Area High School
Located in Blue Earth, Minnesota at the junction of Interstate 90 and US Highway 169, the Blue Earth Area School District ISD 2860 serves the Southern Minnesota communities of Blue Earth, Frost, Winnebago, Delavan, and Elmore. The district’s mission is to invest in students so they succeed and excel in an ever-changing world.
Check out: www.beaschools.org
Join our Team!
Find the application for Non-Teaching Employment here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NQtGER6CxcaDg-qJI1Hjld4sT7kwCjGG/view and submit to Sara Frederickson at the email address listed in the graphic.
Find the application for Non-Teaching Employment here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NQtGER6CxcaDg-qJI1Hjld4sT7kwCjGG/view and submit to Sara Frederickson at the email address listed in the graphic.
The school year may be over, but it's not too late to celebrate our incredible BEA staff retirees with a big THANK YOU! 🎉
From classrooms to buses, these dedicated individuals have shaped the lives of students for decades—and we are so grateful. Whether it was guiding little learners, keeping families connected through ECFE, building skills in the shop, or safely driving thousands of miles, your work truly mattered. 💛
Congratulations to:
👏 Sue Vogelsang– 31 years
👏 Roxanne Mennenga– 31 years
👏 Bob Evans– 26 years & 400,000+ miles
👏 Kay Bogan– 25 years DP/ECFE, 10 years PreK on Wheels
👏 Mark Wickersham– 19 years
👏 Bob Larson– 11 years
Enjoy your well-deserved retirement—you’ll always be part of the BEA family!
#beabucpride
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
👏👏👏
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
