🍀 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
Meet our TERRIFIC third graders! The 'F' in TERRIFIC stands for 'friendly', and these students were selected as shining examples of outstanding friendliness and inclusive spirit. You make us proud!
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
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
🚨 STATE BOUND! 🚨
Big congrats to Buc wrestlers Timmy Nagel and Chase Gambell on qualifying for State! Chase claimed 1st place and Timmy earned 2nd at Sections in their weight classes, securing their spots in the state tournament. They’ll hit the mat this Thursday at Grand Casino Arena, and we’ll be cheering them on all the way!
Pictured with Timmy and Chase are Buc Wrestling coaches Dan Eckhardt and Blake Boran—awesome leadership helping fuel this success!
During walk-throughs at both the high school and K-7 building, students and staff cheered them on and wished them luck before they head to state!
#beabucpride
Big congrats to Buc wrestlers Timmy Nagel and Chase Gambell on qualifying for State! Chase claimed 1st place and Timmy earned 2nd at Sections in their weight classes, securing their spots in the state tournament. They’ll hit the mat this Thursday at Grand Casino Arena, and we’ll be cheering them on all the way!
Pictured with Timmy and Chase are Buc Wrestling coaches Dan Eckhardt and Blake Boran—awesome leadership helping fuel this success!
During walk-throughs at both the high school and K-7 building, students and staff cheered them on and wished them luck before they head to state!
#beabucpride
Thank you!
Public Schools Week 2026 is here! 🎉
At Blue Earth Area Schools, we’re proud to celebrate the powerful role public education plays in shaping our students’ futures and strengthening our community. This week is also a chance to recognize the incredible BEA teachers and staff who show up every day to support students academically, socially, and emotionally.
#beabucpride
At Blue Earth Area Schools, we’re proud to celebrate the powerful role public education plays in shaping our students’ futures and strengthening our community. This week is also a chance to recognize the incredible BEA teachers and staff who show up every day to support students academically, socially, and emotionally.
#beabucpride
🤸♀️Congratulations to Parker Stallman and Mariah Anderson, members of the BEA/USC Gymnastics team, for qualifying for the state competition! Mariah was the All-Around champion, and Parker qualified on the bars. They will compete this Saturday at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St Paul, starting at 6:00 pm.
During walk-throughs at both the high school and K-7 building, students and staff cheered them on and wished them luck before they head to state!
We wish them both the best of luck at state. Go Bucs!
#beabucpride
During walk-throughs at both the high school and K-7 building, students and staff cheered them on and wished them luck before they head to state!
We wish them both the best of luck at state. Go Bucs!
#beabucpride
🚌💛 Minnesota School Bus Driver Appreciation Day – February 18 💛🚌
These friendly faces might not love having their picture taken, but they show up every day --from early mornings to late nights, field trips to daily routes—thank you for caring for our students like they’re your own. We are so grateful for the incredible team that keeps our kids safe to and from school, activities, and everywhere in between! 👏We appreciate you more than you know!
Bus numbers/Drivers:
#15 Dan | #20 Dexter | #6 Michelle | #24 Brent | #51 Don | #2 Gary | #25 LeAnne | #9 Tim | #17 Tammy
Van numbers/Drivers:
#323 Tim | #324 JoAnn | #335 Megan | #306 Rachel & Robin | #305 John | #300 Pamela | #320 Liz
Subs/Activity Bus Drivers:
Dean, Jason, Brad, Darrel, Nick, Carol, Randy, Ed, Al, Tom, Al C, Shelly
Dispatchers:
Vanessa & Liz
Transportation Director: LeAnne Scholl
#SchoolBusDriverAppreciationDay #beabucpride
These friendly faces might not love having their picture taken, but they show up every day --from early mornings to late nights, field trips to daily routes—thank you for caring for our students like they’re your own. We are so grateful for the incredible team that keeps our kids safe to and from school, activities, and everywhere in between! 👏We appreciate you more than you know!
Bus numbers/Drivers:
#15 Dan | #20 Dexter | #6 Michelle | #24 Brent | #51 Don | #2 Gary | #25 LeAnne | #9 Tim | #17 Tammy
Van numbers/Drivers:
#323 Tim | #324 JoAnn | #335 Megan | #306 Rachel & Robin | #305 John | #300 Pamela | #320 Liz
Subs/Activity Bus Drivers:
Dean, Jason, Brad, Darrel, Nick, Carol, Randy, Ed, Al, Tom, Al C, Shelly
Dispatchers:
Vanessa & Liz
Transportation Director: LeAnne Scholl
#SchoolBusDriverAppreciationDay #beabucpride
Facilities Facts, Community Conversations, and Our Shared Future
Last spring, our district completed a comprehensive Facilities Assessment. The purpose was simple: to gain a clear, objective understanding of the current condition of our buildings and the needs we must address to ensure safe, functional, and future-ready learning environments for our students.
The assessment identified significant issues across our facilities - many of which are tied to aging infrastructure, deferred maintenance, and systems that have simply reached the end of their useful life. While none of this is surprising to those of us who work in the buildings every day, having a detailed, professional evaluation provides clarity and facts to guide responsible decision-making.
Since receiving the report, our School Board has been engaged in thoughtful, ongoing discussions about how best to address these needs. These are complex decisions. They impact our students, staff, taxpayers, and the long-term vitality of our five communities. We are committed to taking the time necessary to fully understand the options and the implications of each.
Equally important to that process is community engagement.
Over the past several months, we have met with the Delavan, Blue Earth, and Frost City Councils; BEA retired staff; Silver Sneakers; Kiwanis; the Senior Citizen Center lunch group; the Ministerial Committee; and others to share the facts from the assessment and answer questions. In the coming weeks, we plan to meet with the Winnebago and Elmore City Councils, County Commissioners, local Fire Departments, and additional community groups.
Our goal is simple: to inform. We believe that accurate information builds trust. We also believe that strong public schools are foundational to strong communities. When our facilities are safe, efficient, and aligned with modern learning needs, it benefits not only our students, but our entire region.
If your organization or community group would like to host a facilities conversation, we would welcome the opportunity. These discussions are most productive when they are open, respectful, and grounded in facts - and we are grateful for the thoughtful dialogue we have experienced so far.
Thank you for your continued partnership and commitment to our students and communities. We look forward to continuing the conversation together.
Mandy Fletcher - BEA Superintendent
Don't forget, Bucs--no school on Monday!
💯🎉 100 Days Smarter! 🎉💯
We celebrated the 100th Day of School in the best ways! Some students dressed as 100-year-olds, some wore festive 100-day gear, and all brought their excitement for a fun-filled day of learning.
Students participated in STEM rotations featuring 100 objects, using Legos, pattern blocks, dominoes, cups, Link-N-Logs, and Wikki Stix to design and build creative structures. It was incredible to see their creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking on full display!
We wrapped up the day with 100-second silly face drawings, 100-day glasses, and a special treat to celebrate this milestone.
Here’s to 100 days of learning, growing, and showing BUC Pride!
We celebrated the 100th Day of School in the best ways! Some students dressed as 100-year-olds, some wore festive 100-day gear, and all brought their excitement for a fun-filled day of learning.
Students participated in STEM rotations featuring 100 objects, using Legos, pattern blocks, dominoes, cups, Link-N-Logs, and Wikki Stix to design and build creative structures. It was incredible to see their creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking on full display!
We wrapped up the day with 100-second silly face drawings, 100-day glasses, and a special treat to celebrate this milestone.
Here’s to 100 days of learning, growing, and showing BUC Pride!
