We are excited to share that 114 Dairy Queen coupons have been given out so far to our Rider of the Week recipients—great job to all who have earned this recognition! There is still plenty of time to earn yours, so keep demonstrating safe, respectful, and responsible behavior on the bus. Keep up the great work, and a big thank you to Dairy Queen for generously providing these rewards!
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Meet our TERRIFIC third graders! The 'I' in TERRIFIC stands for 'inquisitive', and we celebrate these students for their insatiable thirst for knowledge and boundless curiosity. Never stop learning!
Thank you to the Kiwanis Club of Blue Earth for sponsoring this program; it is a joy to see how proud the students are when they are chosen for this award!
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Thank you to the Kiwanis Club of Blue Earth for sponsoring this program; it is a joy to see how proud the students are when they are chosen for this award!
#beabucpride
Join our Team!
Blue Earth Area High School is seeking a full time Physical Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.
Interested Candidates:
Must hold or be able to obtain a Minnesota Teaching License before the start of the 2026/27 school year.
Please email your resume to the office of:
Dave Dressler, Principal
Blue Earth Area Schools
315 East 6th Street
Blue Earth MN 56013
507.526.3090
ddressler@beas.blueearth.k12.mn.us
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
Blue Earth Area High School is seeking a full time Physical Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.
Interested Candidates:
Must hold or be able to obtain a Minnesota Teaching License before the start of the 2026/27 school year.
Please email your resume to the office of:
Dave Dressler, Principal
Blue Earth Area Schools
315 East 6th Street
Blue Earth MN 56013
507.526.3090
ddressler@beas.blueearth.k12.mn.us
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!
Blue Earth Area High School is seeking a full time Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.
Interested Candidates:
Must hold or be able to obtain a MN Special Education License before the start of the 2026/27 school year.
Please email your resume to the office of:
Dave Dressler, Principal
Blue Earth Area Schools
315 East 6th Street
Blue Earth MN 56013
507.526.3090
ddressler@beas.blueearth.k12.mn.us
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
Blue Earth Area High School is seeking a full time Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.
Interested Candidates:
Must hold or be able to obtain a MN Special Education License before the start of the 2026/27 school year.
Please email your resume to the office of:
Dave Dressler, Principal
Blue Earth Area Schools
315 East 6th Street
Blue Earth MN 56013
507.526.3090
ddressler@beas.blueearth.k12.mn.us
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!
Blue Earth Area High School is seeking a full time Elementary General Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.
Interested Candidates:
Must hold or be able to obtain a MN Teaching License before the start of the 2026/27 school year.
Please email your resume to the office of:
Dave Dressler, Principal
Blue Earth Area Schools
315 East 6th Street
Blue Earth MN 56013
507.526.3090
ddressler@beas.blueearth.k12.mn.us
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
Blue Earth Area High School is seeking a full time Elementary General Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.
Interested Candidates:
Must hold or be able to obtain a MN Teaching License before the start of the 2026/27 school year.
Please email your resume to the office of:
Dave Dressler, Principal
Blue Earth Area Schools
315 East 6th Street
Blue Earth MN 56013
507.526.3090
ddressler@beas.blueearth.k12.mn.us
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 us tonight at 7:00 pm at the High School PAC for our 5-12 Band Concert!
Livestream Link: https://boxcast.tv/view/5-12-band-concert-yk4208nkzsqpufvbx1bd
Livestream Link: https://boxcast.tv/view/5-12-band-concert-yk4208nkzsqpufvbx1bd
Join our Team!
HS Ag Teacher, 1.0 FTE, Blue Earth Area High School
Join our growing Ag Ed program in a very supportive agricultural based community. Class offerings range from animal science, plant science and ag technologies to work-based learning, metals, and woods. Candidates will get the opportunity to match course offerings to their strengths.
High School Ag Teacher
Date Available: 07/01/26
Date Closing: Open until Filled
Location: Blue Earth Area High School
FTE: 1.0
Preferred Qualifications:
▪️MN Teaching license preferred: Agricultural Education 5-12
▪️Community Expert (must be willing and eligible to apply and receive a Tier 1 teaching license)
▪️Minnesota teaching license in another category with ability and willingness to obtain an Out of Field Permission with PELSB.
▪️If not licensed, must be willing and eligible to apply and receive a Tier 1 or Tier 2 teaching license
Please mail or email a resume, letter of interest, three letters of recommendation, and a current copy of your teaching license or projected licensure date to:
Blue Earth Area High School Principal Conan Shaffer
1125 US-169, Blue Earth, MN 56013
(507) 526-3201
cshaffer@beas.blueearth.k12.mn.us
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
HS Ag Teacher, 1.0 FTE, Blue Earth Area High School
Join our growing Ag Ed program in a very supportive agricultural based community. Class offerings range from animal science, plant science and ag technologies to work-based learning, metals, and woods. Candidates will get the opportunity to match course offerings to their strengths.
High School Ag Teacher
Date Available: 07/01/26
Date Closing: Open until Filled
Location: Blue Earth Area High School
FTE: 1.0
Preferred Qualifications:
▪️MN Teaching license preferred: Agricultural Education 5-12
▪️Community Expert (must be willing and eligible to apply and receive a Tier 1 teaching license)
▪️Minnesota teaching license in another category with ability and willingness to obtain an Out of Field Permission with PELSB.
▪️If not licensed, must be willing and eligible to apply and receive a Tier 1 or Tier 2 teaching license
Please mail or email a resume, letter of interest, three letters of recommendation, and a current copy of your teaching license or projected licensure date to:
Blue Earth Area High School Principal Conan Shaffer
1125 US-169, Blue Earth, MN 56013
(507) 526-3201
cshaffer@beas.blueearth.k12.mn.us
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!
Blue Earth Area High School is seeking a full time 8-12 Social Studies Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.
Interested Candidates:
Must hold or be able to obtain a MN Teaching License before the start of the 2026/27 school year.
Should submit the following: Cover letter, Resume, List of three professional references with contact information
Please email your information to:
Conan Shaffer, High School Principal
Blue Earth Area Schools
1125 US-169, Blue Earth, MN 56013
(507) 526-3201
cshaffer@beas.blueearth.k12.mn.us
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
Blue Earth Area High School is seeking a full time 8-12 Social Studies Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.
Interested Candidates:
Must hold or be able to obtain a MN Teaching License before the start of the 2026/27 school year.
Should submit the following: Cover letter, Resume, List of three professional references with contact information
Please email your information to:
Conan Shaffer, High School Principal
Blue Earth Area Schools
1125 US-169, Blue Earth, MN 56013
(507) 526-3201
cshaffer@beas.blueearth.k12.mn.us
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!
Blue Earth Area High School is seeking a full time 8-12 Science Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.
Interested Candidates:
▪️Must hold or be able to obtain a MN Teaching License before the start of the 2026/27 school year
▪️5-8 general science license preferred
Should submit the following: Cover letter, Resume, List of three professional references with contact information
Please email your information to:
Conan Shaffer, High School Principal
Blue Earth Area Schools
1125 US-169, Blue Earth, MN 56013
(507) 526-3201
cshaffer@beas.blueearth.k12.mn.us
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
Blue Earth Area High School is seeking a full time 8-12 Science Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.
Interested Candidates:
▪️Must hold or be able to obtain a MN Teaching License before the start of the 2026/27 school year
▪️5-8 general science license preferred
Should submit the following: Cover letter, Resume, List of three professional references with contact information
Please email your information to:
Conan Shaffer, High School Principal
Blue Earth Area Schools
1125 US-169, Blue Earth, MN 56013
(507) 526-3201
cshaffer@beas.blueearth.k12.mn.us
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
🍀 Magically Delicious Math! 📊
Our 3rd grade classes paired up for a "charming" activity this week! To wrap up our unit on graphing, students sorted, counted, and created tally charts using Lucky Charms. 🌈✨
The best part? Once the data was collected and the tallies were checked, everyone got to enjoy their crunchy math manipulatives! Who knew data collection could taste this good? 😋🥣
#BEAPride #BlueEarthArea #LuckyCharmsMath #HandsOnLearning #3rdGradeFun
Our 3rd grade classes paired up for a "charming" activity this week! To wrap up our unit on graphing, students sorted, counted, and created tally charts using Lucky Charms. 🌈✨
The best part? Once the data was collected and the tallies were checked, everyone got to enjoy their crunchy math manipulatives! Who knew data collection could taste this good? 😋🥣
#BEAPride #BlueEarthArea #LuckyCharmsMath #HandsOnLearning #3rdGradeFun
As the third quarter of the school year comes to an end this Friday, we would like to remind parents and students of the following important items:
📆Monday, March 23rd, is a NO SCHOOL DAY for ALL students in grades PreK-12 at Blue Earth Area Schools.
📆Tuesday, March 24th, is a NO SCHOOL DAY for PreK - Grade 5 students only, due to teacher training. There IS school for students in grades 6 - 12.
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Al finalizar el tercer trimestre del año escolar este viernes, queremos recordarles a padres y estudiantes lo siguiente:
📆El lunes 23 de marzo no habrá clases para ningún estudiante de Preescolar a 12.º grado en las Escuelas del Área de Blue Earth.
📆El martes 24 de marzo no habrá clases para los estudiantes de Preescolar a 5.º grado, debido a una capacitación docente. Sí habrá clases para los estudiantes de 6.º a 12.º grado.
📆Monday, March 23rd, is a NO SCHOOL DAY for ALL students in grades PreK-12 at Blue Earth Area Schools.
📆Tuesday, March 24th, is a NO SCHOOL DAY for PreK - Grade 5 students only, due to teacher training. There IS school for students in grades 6 - 12.
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Al finalizar el tercer trimestre del año escolar este viernes, queremos recordarles a padres y estudiantes lo siguiente:
📆El lunes 23 de marzo no habrá clases para ningún estudiante de Preescolar a 12.º grado en las Escuelas del Área de Blue Earth.
📆El martes 24 de marzo no habrá clases para los estudiantes de Preescolar a 5.º grado, debido a una capacitación docente. Sí habrá clases para los estudiantes de 6.º a 12.º grado.
The results are in! 🔬🧪
A huge congratulations to our 5th and 6th Grade Science Fair winners! From innovative experiments to brilliant displays, these students showed us the future of science.
Special shoutout to our Trophy Winners, who have officially earned an invitation to compete at Regionals on April 25th! 🏆 We are so proud of your hard work, curiosity, and scientific spirit.
#bucpride #ScienceFair #FutureScientists #STEM #SchoolChampions #RegionalBound #StudentSuccess
A huge congratulations to our 5th and 6th Grade Science Fair winners! From innovative experiments to brilliant displays, these students showed us the future of science.
Special shoutout to our Trophy Winners, who have officially earned an invitation to compete at Regionals on April 25th! 🏆 We are so proud of your hard work, curiosity, and scientific spirit.
#bucpride #ScienceFair #FutureScientists #STEM #SchoolChampions #RegionalBound #StudentSuccess
Mush! ❄️🐕 Mrs. Kafka’s class just wrapped up an epic 1,000-mile journey (from the comfort of their desks)!
Over the last few weeks, our students have been diving deep into the state of Alaska and its legendary Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. From Anchorage to Nome, we’ve tracked the mushers and their incredible dog teams across the tundra.
Beyond the race, students explored:
Geography & Climate: Understanding the extreme Alaskan environment. 🏔️
History: The vital role sled dogs played in survival and transportation.
Character: Lessons in teamwork, perseverance, and adaptation. 🤝
It’s been more than just a race—it’s been a lesson in grit and determination. Way to go, Mrs. Kafka’s crew!
#Iditarod #MrsKafkasClass #AlaskaBound #StudentMushers #Teamwork #TheLastGreatRace
Over the last few weeks, our students have been diving deep into the state of Alaska and its legendary Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. From Anchorage to Nome, we’ve tracked the mushers and their incredible dog teams across the tundra.
Beyond the race, students explored:
Geography & Climate: Understanding the extreme Alaskan environment. 🏔️
History: The vital role sled dogs played in survival and transportation.
Character: Lessons in teamwork, perseverance, and adaptation. 🤝
It’s been more than just a race—it’s been a lesson in grit and determination. Way to go, Mrs. Kafka’s crew!
#Iditarod #MrsKafkasClass #AlaskaBound #StudentMushers #Teamwork #TheLastGreatRace
Due to poor road conditions, BEA will start 2 hours late tomorrow, Tuesday, March 17.
Blue Earth Area Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday,March 16 .
We will have a Flex Learning Day.
❄️Students in Grades 6-12 should login and check for directions online. Teachers will have assignments posted by 10 am.
❄️Students in Grades PreK-5 should read, play, and help around the house.
We will have a Flex Learning Day.
❄️Students in Grades 6-12 should login and check for directions online. Teachers will have assignments posted by 10 am.
❄️Students in Grades PreK-5 should read, play, and help around the house.
A message from our Superintendent:
Often, schools are so focused on the daily work of educating students that the many efforts and progress happening behind the scenes are not always visible to the public. As such, I would like to share an important step our School Board took during Wednesday evening’s meeting regarding the future of our school facilities.
At the meeting, the School Board authorized the district to submit a Review and Comment proposal to the Minnesota Commissioner of Education. While that phrase may sound technical, it represents an important first step in exploring possible solutions to the challenges we are facing with our school buildings.
As many in our community know, our PreK-7 facility is experiencing significant infrastructure challenges. The building has served generations of students well, but age and wear have led to growing concerns about its long-term viability, especially with the bones of the building - the infrastructure. At the same time, our High School facility also requires important upgrades to ensure it continues to provide safe, functional, and modern learning spaces for our students.
For the past several months, our School Board has been engaged in thoughtful and sometimes difficult conversations about these issues. These discussions have centered on a fundamental question: how do we ensure safe, functional learning environments for our students while also being responsible stewards of taxpayer resources?
There are no easy answers when it comes to facilities planning. School buildings represent some of the largest and longest-lasting investments a community can make. Our board understands that any future decision must balance the needs of our students, the realities of aging infrastructure, and the financial impact on our community.
One thing that has remained constant throughout these conversations is a shared commitment to transparency and community engagement. Over the coming months, we will continue working to provide clear information about the condition of our facilities, the options available to the district, and what those options could mean for our schools and taxpayers.
Our schools are one of the most important investments we make together. They are where our children learn, grow, and prepare for the future. As we move forward, we are committed to ensuring that our facilities continue to support that mission for generations to come.
As always, I encourage community members to stay informed, ask questions, and stay engaged as we navigate these important discussions together.
Mandy Fletcher
Blue Earth Area Superintendent of Schools
Often, schools are so focused on the daily work of educating students that the many efforts and progress happening behind the scenes are not always visible to the public. As such, I would like to share an important step our School Board took during Wednesday evening’s meeting regarding the future of our school facilities.
At the meeting, the School Board authorized the district to submit a Review and Comment proposal to the Minnesota Commissioner of Education. While that phrase may sound technical, it represents an important first step in exploring possible solutions to the challenges we are facing with our school buildings.
As many in our community know, our PreK-7 facility is experiencing significant infrastructure challenges. The building has served generations of students well, but age and wear have led to growing concerns about its long-term viability, especially with the bones of the building - the infrastructure. At the same time, our High School facility also requires important upgrades to ensure it continues to provide safe, functional, and modern learning spaces for our students.
For the past several months, our School Board has been engaged in thoughtful and sometimes difficult conversations about these issues. These discussions have centered on a fundamental question: how do we ensure safe, functional learning environments for our students while also being responsible stewards of taxpayer resources?
There are no easy answers when it comes to facilities planning. School buildings represent some of the largest and longest-lasting investments a community can make. Our board understands that any future decision must balance the needs of our students, the realities of aging infrastructure, and the financial impact on our community.
One thing that has remained constant throughout these conversations is a shared commitment to transparency and community engagement. Over the coming months, we will continue working to provide clear information about the condition of our facilities, the options available to the district, and what those options could mean for our schools and taxpayers.
Our schools are one of the most important investments we make together. They are where our children learn, grow, and prepare for the future. As we move forward, we are committed to ensuring that our facilities continue to support that mission for generations to come.
As always, I encourage community members to stay informed, ask questions, and stay engaged as we navigate these important discussions together.
Mandy Fletcher
Blue Earth Area Superintendent of Schools
🔧✨ Tech Day at MN West! ✨🔧
Last week, our high school students had the opportunity to explore a wide variety of career pathways including Automotive Technology, Cosmetology, Electrician, Nursing, Peace Officer, Powerline Technology, Teacher Education, and Welding.
Students participated in hands-on activities, connected with instructors and staff, and got a glimpse of what their future careers could look like. It was a great day of learning, exploration, and inspiration! Thank you to the Jackson Campus for hosting such a fantastic event! 👏
#CareerExploration #TechDay #FutureReady #StudentOpportunities #beabucpride
Last week, our high school students had the opportunity to explore a wide variety of career pathways including Automotive Technology, Cosmetology, Electrician, Nursing, Peace Officer, Powerline Technology, Teacher Education, and Welding.
Students participated in hands-on activities, connected with instructors and staff, and got a glimpse of what their future careers could look like. It was a great day of learning, exploration, and inspiration! Thank you to the Jackson Campus for hosting such a fantastic event! 👏
#CareerExploration #TechDay #FutureReady #StudentOpportunities #beabucpride
March is Music in Our Schools Month, and at Blue Earth Area Schools, we are truly grateful for our music programs! 🎶
From our youngest learners discovering rhythm and beat to our middle and high school students performing on stage, music connects our students, builds confidence, sparks creativity, and strengthens our school community.
A heartfelt THANK YOU to our amazing music teachers — Kristin Johnson, Paul Johnson, Peter Koenig, and Kelsey Zbaracki — for the passion, energy, and dedication you pour into our students every single day. We are so grateful for the way you inspire, challenge, and encourage our kids to shine.
Be sure to join us at one of several performances this month and celebrate the power of music with us! 🎵
From our youngest learners discovering rhythm and beat to our middle and high school students performing on stage, music connects our students, builds confidence, sparks creativity, and strengthens our school community.
A heartfelt THANK YOU to our amazing music teachers — Kristin Johnson, Paul Johnson, Peter Koenig, and Kelsey Zbaracki — for the passion, energy, and dedication you pour into our students every single day. We are so grateful for the way you inspire, challenge, and encourage our kids to shine.
Be sure to join us at one of several performances this month and celebrate the power of music with us! 🎵
Rock Science Has Never Tasted So Good! 🍬🪨
Our 4th graders are "layering" their knowledge! They learned exactly how sedimentary rocks are formed—by using Airheads candy!
By layering different colors (sediment) and applying pressure (compaction), they created their very own "edible" metamorphic and sedimentary models. Who knew geology could be this delicious?
Check out these budding geologists in action! 👇
#BEAPride #HandsOnLearning #STEM #4thGradeScience #AirheadRocks
Our 4th graders are "layering" their knowledge! They learned exactly how sedimentary rocks are formed—by using Airheads candy!
By layering different colors (sediment) and applying pressure (compaction), they created their very own "edible" metamorphic and sedimentary models. Who knew geology could be this delicious?
Check out these budding geologists in action! 👇
#BEAPride #HandsOnLearning #STEM #4thGradeScience #AirheadRocks
It’s School Social Worker Week! ❤️
This week we celebrate the incredible difference our school social workers make every single day — supporting students, strengthening families, and helping remove barriers so every child can learn and thrive. We are so grateful for the compassion, care, and steady presence they bring to our school community!
#beabucpride
This week we celebrate the incredible difference our school social workers make every single day — supporting students, strengthening families, and helping remove barriers so every child can learn and thrive. We are so grateful for the compassion, care, and steady presence they bring to our school community!
#beabucpride
