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This past Saturday, eight talented musicians from BEA traveled to Bethany Lutheran College to participate in the Bethany Honors Orchestra. Under the direction of Daniel Erickson, Dr. Benjamin Faugstad, and Kristin Weise, our students joined over 120 musicians from across southern Minnesota for an intensive one-day rehearsal and performance.
These dedicated students have been practicing their music for over a month to prepare for this prestigious event. We are so proud of your hard work and the way you represent the Bucs! 👏
#BEAPride #MusicEducation #HonorsOrchestra #BlueEarthArea
Last Friday was a day to remember as our 5th graders welcomed their very important people for VIP Day! The afternoon was filled with smiles, laughter, and meaningful moments shared between students and their special guests.
From activities, conversations, music and plenty of photo opportunities, it was clear just how much these connections matter. Thank you to all of the families and special guests who joined us and helped make the day so memorable!
#VIPDay #5thGrade #SchoolCommunity #MakingMemories
• Did the Supreme Court have jurisdiction?
• Was the Missouri Compromise constitutional?
• Was Dred Scott free while living in free territory?
The thoughtful arguments, respectful debate, and written opinions showcased incredible critical thinking. So proud of our students and their hard work! 👏📚⚖️
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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.
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Last week, we celebrated our Middle School Honor Roll students with our Better Than B’s Breakfast! We are so proud of these students for their hard work, dedication, and commitment to academic excellence. 👏📚
A special thank you to the Faribault County Sheriff’s Department for joining us as guest speakers, sponsoring the breakfast and sharing encouraging words with our students. We appreciate your partnership and support of our school community! 🧡
Keep up the great work, students — your effort matters and it shows! 🌟
#HonorRoll #BetterThanBs #StudentSuccess #beabucpride
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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!
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Congratulations to the Blue Earth Area Robotics Team for their strong showing at the competition in Albert Lea on Saturday! The team ranked 16th in the qualification rounds, earning a spot in the elimination rounds.
They competed hard and represented BEA with pride before being eliminated after two tough matches. We’re proud of your teamwork, problem-solving, and dedication!
Great work, BUCS! 💛 #BUCPride
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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
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Ava earned a spot in this year’s All-State Choir concert, held at St. Michael-Albertville High School — this marks her second year participating in this incredible honor.
A special thank you to to BEA Choir Director Paul Johnson for the dedication and encouragement he pours into our students each day. We couldn’t be more proud!
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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
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!
