Monday, August 17, 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-8172026-glarpszowckwqk6ojmcw
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-8172026-glarpszowckwqk6ojmcw
We are excited to report that both referendum questions have passed. We look forward to working with the community on the school’s design and important next steps as we update our facilities to serve our students and the community. Thank you for the support!
🎻 Day 1 of Beginning Orchestra Camp: Let the music begin! 🎶
Beginning Orchestra Camp kicked off today, and our newest 5th grade musicians are officially on their way to becoming orchestra pros! They’re getting to know their instruments, learning the basics, and figuring out how to make some beautiful music along the way. (There may have been a few interesting sounds, too! 😉)
Mr. Koenig is leading the way, with BEAHS Orchestra member Caitlyn lending a helping hand and sharing her orchestra expertise. We love seeing our older Bucs helping our newest musicians! 🏴☠️
They’ve got a whole week of learning and practicing ahead, all leading up to a special performance for their families on the final day. We can’t wait to hear what they’ve been working on!
Beginning Orchestra Camp kicked off today, and our newest 5th grade musicians are officially on their way to becoming orchestra pros! They’re getting to know their instruments, learning the basics, and figuring out how to make some beautiful music along the way. (There may have been a few interesting sounds, too! 😉)
Mr. Koenig is leading the way, with BEAHS Orchestra member Caitlyn lending a helping hand and sharing her orchestra expertise. We love seeing our older Bucs helping our newest musicians! 🏴☠️
They’ve got a whole week of learning and practicing ahead, all leading up to a special performance for their families on the final day. We can’t wait to hear what they’ve been working on!
There have been questions regarding the Ag2School Credit. Here’s what is important to understand.
The Ag2School credit is realized when the District sells bonds for facilities projects. There are only certain ways a school district can bond for facility projects, and the primary way is through a voter-approved referendum. The school board has studied and determined that the best path forward is to build a new school. This plan is the most fiscally responsible use of funds. Repairing the existing school systems and infrastructure was not moved forward because of the significant investment needed at the existing building and the result would still be too much of the wrong space to heat, clean, and operate, and school spaces in the wrong places, and accessibility challenges with the amount of elevation changes. This information was also included in the June mailer sent to residents.
So, could a voter-approved renovation access Ag2School funds? Yes. Would the school board move this proposal forward to voters? Highly unlikely, given the study results and research to-date. If the board did move this option forward, would the State of Minnesota give a favorable review and comment for a renovation of the existing Blue Earth Elementary School? Also, highly-unlikely given the same study results and research to-date.
So, we know the best path forward, the most cost-effective solution, that will allow the District to access Ag2School funds is what is being proposed.
The Ag2School credit is realized when the District sells bonds for facilities projects. There are only certain ways a school district can bond for facility projects, and the primary way is through a voter-approved referendum. The school board has studied and determined that the best path forward is to build a new school. This plan is the most fiscally responsible use of funds. Repairing the existing school systems and infrastructure was not moved forward because of the significant investment needed at the existing building and the result would still be too much of the wrong space to heat, clean, and operate, and school spaces in the wrong places, and accessibility challenges with the amount of elevation changes. This information was also included in the June mailer sent to residents.
So, could a voter-approved renovation access Ag2School funds? Yes. Would the school board move this proposal forward to voters? Highly unlikely, given the study results and research to-date. If the board did move this option forward, would the State of Minnesota give a favorable review and comment for a renovation of the existing Blue Earth Elementary School? Also, highly-unlikely given the same study results and research to-date.
So, we know the best path forward, the most cost-effective solution, that will allow the District to access Ag2School funds is what is being proposed.
We’ve seen a few questions recently asking why certain district maintenance issues weren't addressed sooner, and we want to share a quick look at how our facility budgeting works! 🏫👇
Every year, our team prioritizes critical repairs based on available funding. To put our facility needs in perspective:
Our District Footprint: 1,119,707 square feet of buildings, parking lots, and athletic fields.
Annual Maintenance Budget: Approximately $350,000.
The Breakdown: That equals roughly $0.31 per square foot per year.
What does that mean in everyday terms? 🏡
For a 2,500-square-foot home, that would be like having an annual maintenance budget of just $775 a year.
While that amount might cover basic upkeep for a little while, it quickly falls short when major expenses hit—like a new roof, water heater, flooring, or major appliances.
We work hard to stretch every dollar to keep our schools safe, functional, and welcoming for our students, and we appreciate your continued support and partnership as we care for our community’s facilities!
Every year, our team prioritizes critical repairs based on available funding. To put our facility needs in perspective:
Our District Footprint: 1,119,707 square feet of buildings, parking lots, and athletic fields.
Annual Maintenance Budget: Approximately $350,000.
The Breakdown: That equals roughly $0.31 per square foot per year.
What does that mean in everyday terms? 🏡
For a 2,500-square-foot home, that would be like having an annual maintenance budget of just $775 a year.
While that amount might cover basic upkeep for a little while, it quickly falls short when major expenses hit—like a new roof, water heater, flooring, or major appliances.
We work hard to stretch every dollar to keep our schools safe, functional, and welcoming for our students, and we appreciate your continued support and partnership as we care for our community’s facilities!
Join our Team!
The Fiscal Services Coordinator provides leadership and oversight for the financial operations of the school district. This position is responsible for developing and managing the district's budget, maintaining financial records, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, supervising business office staff, and providing accurate financial reporting to the Superintendent and School Board.
Key responsibilities include overseeing payroll, accounting, purchasing, cash management, audits, investments, insurance programs, negotiations support, capital and long-range financial planning, and required state and federal reporting. The Fiscal Services Coordinator also manages the district's food service program, coordinates school board elections and levy processes, supervises business office personnel, and serves as a financial advisor to district leadership.
The position requires strong leadership, financial management, organizational, and communication skills to ensure the effective stewardship of district resources while supporting the educational mission of the school district.
Candidates for the Fiscal Services Coordinator position should possess the following qualifications:
▪️Minimum of a 4-year degree in Accounting, Finance, and/or Business Administration.
▪️Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience, preferably in a Minnesota school district; or experience in the field of accounting, business management, or school district accounting.
▪️Ability to work with others in a supervisory role, and to effectively delegate.
▪️Strong organizational skills.
▪️Ability to create and deliver public presentations on behalf of the school district.
▪️Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
▪️Willingness to have a flexible work schedule.
▪️Possess sound financial planning characteristics.
Posting closes on August 28, 2026.
Please send cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references with contact information to:
Mandy Fletcher, Superintendent
Blue Earth Area Schools
315 E 6th St
Blue Earth, MN 56013
email: mfletcher@beas.blueearth.k12.mn.us
The Fiscal Services Coordinator provides leadership and oversight for the financial operations of the school district. This position is responsible for developing and managing the district's budget, maintaining financial records, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, supervising business office staff, and providing accurate financial reporting to the Superintendent and School Board.
Key responsibilities include overseeing payroll, accounting, purchasing, cash management, audits, investments, insurance programs, negotiations support, capital and long-range financial planning, and required state and federal reporting. The Fiscal Services Coordinator also manages the district's food service program, coordinates school board elections and levy processes, supervises business office personnel, and serves as a financial advisor to district leadership.
The position requires strong leadership, financial management, organizational, and communication skills to ensure the effective stewardship of district resources while supporting the educational mission of the school district.
Candidates for the Fiscal Services Coordinator position should possess the following qualifications:
▪️Minimum of a 4-year degree in Accounting, Finance, and/or Business Administration.
▪️Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience, preferably in a Minnesota school district; or experience in the field of accounting, business management, or school district accounting.
▪️Ability to work with others in a supervisory role, and to effectively delegate.
▪️Strong organizational skills.
▪️Ability to create and deliver public presentations on behalf of the school district.
▪️Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
▪️Willingness to have a flexible work schedule.
▪️Possess sound financial planning characteristics.
Posting closes on August 28, 2026.
Please send cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references with contact information to:
Mandy Fletcher, Superintendent
Blue Earth Area Schools
315 E 6th St
Blue Earth, MN 56013
email: mfletcher@beas.blueearth.k12.mn.us
We hope your weekend was better than ours! 🪣🧽
We know you've heard us talk a lot about the challenges of maintaining our aging PreK-7 building.
Sometimes it's hard to picture what that really means... so we'll keep showing you.
These photos aren't one-time incidents—they're examples of what our staff works around every time heavy rain rolls through. Water coming through basement tunnel walls. Rain driven between aging brick and window systems. Ceiling tiles stained, soaked, and replaced. Buckets, mops, umbrellas, and temporary fixes.
Our maintenance staff continues to attend to these issues, but even their best efforts have limits. Some problems aren't maintenance problems—they're building-age problems.
We know you've heard us talk a lot about the challenges of maintaining our aging PreK-7 building.
Sometimes it's hard to picture what that really means... so we'll keep showing you.
These photos aren't one-time incidents—they're examples of what our staff works around every time heavy rain rolls through. Water coming through basement tunnel walls. Rain driven between aging brick and window systems. Ceiling tiles stained, soaked, and replaced. Buckets, mops, umbrellas, and temporary fixes.
Our maintenance staff continues to attend to these issues, but even their best efforts have limits. Some problems aren't maintenance problems—they're building-age problems.
Today's weather forecast:
🌧️ Outside: Rain
💧 Inside: Also... rain?
We never expected "strategically placed umbrella" to become standard office décor. ☔😄
When you've got multiple leaks in the Community Ed office & bathroom, the K-7 office, hallways, and around windows, creativity becomes part of the maintenance plan. Our maintenance staff works tirelessly to keep our aging building safe and functional, but with leaks popping up faster than they can be repaired, temporary fixes have become an all-too-familiar sight. Our team keeps patching, repairing, and responding—but some challenges are simply a sign of an aging building. Sometimes a patch is just that—a patch.
🌧️ Outside: Rain
💧 Inside: Also... rain?
We never expected "strategically placed umbrella" to become standard office décor. ☔😄
When you've got multiple leaks in the Community Ed office & bathroom, the K-7 office, hallways, and around windows, creativity becomes part of the maintenance plan. Our maintenance staff works tirelessly to keep our aging building safe and functional, but with leaks popping up faster than they can be repaired, temporary fixes have become an all-too-familiar sight. Our team keeps patching, repairing, and responding—but some challenges are simply a sign of an aging building. Sometimes a patch is just that—a patch.
Join our Team!
Blue Earth Area Schools is seeking applicants for an Evening Custodian position.
To apply, download an application here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NQtGER6CxcaDg-qJI1Hjld4sT7kwCjGG/view, or stop by the District Office to pick up an application in person.
Learn more about us at beaschools.org.
Blue Earth Area Schools is seeking applicants for an Evening Custodian position.
To apply, download an application here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NQtGER6CxcaDg-qJI1Hjld4sT7kwCjGG/view, or stop by the District Office to pick up an application in person.
Learn more about us at beaschools.org.
🎡 Hey, Bucs! Is your project at the county fair this week? 🌟
Whether you've been raising livestock, baking, building, sewing, gardening, or creating anything amazing, we want to see it!
Show off your hard work a little—drop a photo of your project (and your ribbons, too! 🏅) in the comments. We can't wait to celebrate all of the incredible things our BEA students have accomplished at the fair this week.
Good luck to everyone exhibiting this week, and have fun at the fair! 🎠🌽🐄
Whether you've been raising livestock, baking, building, sewing, gardening, or creating anything amazing, we want to see it!
Show off your hard work a little—drop a photo of your project (and your ribbons, too! 🏅) in the comments. We can't wait to celebrate all of the incredible things our BEA students have accomplished at the fair this week.
Good luck to everyone exhibiting this week, and have fun at the fair! 🎠🌽🐄
🩸 Give the gift of life. Donate blood. ❤️
BEAHS student volunteers are proud to sponsor this upcoming American Red Cross Blood Drive! Every donation has the power to help save lives, and your support can make a real difference in our community.
📅 Thursday, July 17
🕛 12:00-5:00 PM
📍 Trinity Lutheran Church
To schedule your appointment:
📞 Call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code BEAHSMN.
🎬 Bonus! Donate blood July 13-31 and receive a Fandango movie reward by email from the American Red Cross.
Thank you for helping our students support this lifesaving effort! ❤️
BEAHS student volunteers are proud to sponsor this upcoming American Red Cross Blood Drive! Every donation has the power to help save lives, and your support can make a real difference in our community.
📅 Thursday, July 17
🕛 12:00-5:00 PM
📍 Trinity Lutheran Church
To schedule your appointment:
📞 Call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code BEAHSMN.
🎬 Bonus! Donate blood July 13-31 and receive a Fandango movie reward by email from the American Red Cross.
Thank you for helping our students support this lifesaving effort! ❤️
Interested in serving your community and helping shape the future of Blue Earth Area Schools?
The Blue Earth Area School Board has four open seats up for election this year. If you're interested in running, candidate filing is open July 14 through July 28, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
📍 File in person at the BEA District Office, 315 East 6th Street, Blue Earth.
Serving on the School Board is a meaningful way to make a difference for our students, staff, and community. We encourage anyone interested to learn more and consider filing!
The Blue Earth Area School Board has four open seats up for election this year. If you're interested in running, candidate filing is open July 14 through July 28, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
📍 File in person at the BEA District Office, 315 East 6th Street, Blue Earth.
Serving on the School Board is a meaningful way to make a difference for our students, staff, and community. We encourage anyone interested to learn more and consider filing!
Monday, July 13, 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-july-13-2026-w4bvmadkzlaz8nwvlfsa
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-july-13-2026-w4bvmadkzlaz8nwvlfsa
Take a Walk Down Memory Lane during Giant Days!
Whether it's been 5 years or 50, come see what's changed—and what hasn't. Join us for a guided tour of the High School or K-7 building as we celebrate the memories that began here.
📅Saturday, July 11
1:00–2:00 PM
Whether it's been 5 years or 50, come see what's changed—and what hasn't. Join us for a guided tour of the High School or K-7 building as we celebrate the memories that began here.
📅Saturday, July 11
1:00–2:00 PM
Join our Team!
You can vote early by going to the Faribault County Courthouse, located at 415 N. Main in Blue Earth between 8 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.
For more information, click on this link
https://www.beaschools.org/
For more information, click on this link
https://www.beaschools.org/
Shutter shades, UGG boots, and a Justin Bieber haircut on every corner. 🎶
The 2009-2010 school year was an elite era. If you didn’t spend your weekends watching Avatar in theaters, quoting The Hangover, or learning the dance to "Single Ladies," did you even go to school in 2010?
Drop your favorite memory (or your most embarrassing fashion choice) from this year in the comments! 👇
#ThrowbackThursday #2010Nostalgia #HighSchoolMemories #BackInTheDay #PopCulture #bucpride #BEAbuccaneers
The 2009-2010 school year was an elite era. If you didn’t spend your weekends watching Avatar in theaters, quoting The Hangover, or learning the dance to "Single Ladies," did you even go to school in 2010?
Drop your favorite memory (or your most embarrassing fashion choice) from this year in the comments! 👇
#ThrowbackThursday #2010Nostalgia #HighSchoolMemories #BackInTheDay #PopCulture #bucpride #BEAbuccaneers
The pipes have burst on multiple occasions, impacting the school day and causing damage in the building.
https://www.beaschools.org/
https://www.beaschools.org/
Join our Team!
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
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
You can vote early by going to the Faribault County Courthouse, located at 415 N. Main in Blue Earth between 8 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.
For more information, click on this link
https://www.beaschools.org/
For more information, click on this link
https://www.beaschools.org/
