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Starting next week on Wednesday, October 1st:
⏰Elementary and Middle School students will be released at 2:15 p.m.
⏰High School students will be released at 2:23 p.m.
These Wednesday dismissal times will remain in place through April.
Elementary parents, please confirm with your child’s teacher what your student’s Wednesday 2:15 dismissal plan will be if it is different from your current Wednesday dismissal.
If you have any questions, please contact your child’s teacher or the school office.
📞BEA High School, 507.526.3201
📞BEA Middle School, 507.526.3115
📞BEA Elementary, 507.526.3090
🖊️🧮 Ms. Nagel’s second grade students are proving that learning is more fun when you get to think outside the box (or in this case, on top of the desk).
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Can’t make it? Catch the celebration on the livestream and cheer on our Bucs from home! 💻
https://boxcast.tv/view/homecoming-2025-coronation-cidcmhrijteg4lgabym9
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🎉💛❤️ Homecoming Week is coming up, Bucs! ❤️💛🎉
This week isn’t just about school spirit—it’s about welcoming EVERYONE and making sure every Buc feels they belong. 🏴☠️✨ School Board Student Rep Inclusivity Homecoming Video
#Homecoming2025 #BUCPride #Belonging #WeAreBEA
📆September 24
⏰5:30 pm
📍BEAHS Performing Arts Center
Front row (L–R): King Candidates Omar Gomez, Pablo Ozuna, Noah Hanson, Jacob Murray, and Reed Sturtz
Back row (L–R): Queen Candidates Aubrey Koch, Ava Petersen, Ruby Allis, Sophie Hall, and Isabel Vargas
🏴☠️⚓️We're excited for a week full of Buc spirit and celebration!📣🎉
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Find the Briefing on the reverse side of the Fall 2025 Community Ed booklet arriving in your mailboxes this week, or check it out online here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1V-wxma6ER5Nj-EZtB8Y7GavWWLBYhGLo/view?usp=sharing
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Here's the plan for the High School Homecoming 2025 Dress-Up Days next week—show your spirit with PJs, neon, western wear, favorite characters, and end the week with BUC PRIDE! 🏴☠️
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Come join the fun on Sept. 19 at Wilson Field before the big Bucs vs. Hayfield game!
🏃♂️ Run 1 or 2 laps around the track (or 100 m for toddlers only)
🎁 Every runner gets a prize
📸 Snap a photo with Buccy after the race!
🕠 Registration: 5:30 PM | Race: 6:15 PM
💲 $5 per child (toddlers–12 yrs)
It’s all about FUN, friends, and Buc Pride! 🏴☠️
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-090825-lbzjdvxxp5bienqusoso
Please help us welcome Blue Earth Area's new staff!
🍎Meet Ms. Hanson!
2nd Grade
A familiar face to many, 2018 BEA graduate Julia Hanson is starting her fourth year of teaching after spending three years as our much-loved Discovery Place Preschool teacher. She is excited to work with a new group of students and teachers and to continue growing her skills as an educator. Outside the classroom, she enjoys working out, crocheting, reading, and relaxing with a good movie.
Welcome to your new role, Ms. Hanson!
🍎Meet Ms. Mohwinkel!
Kindergarten
Tori Mohwinkel joined BEA last fall, stepping right into the kindergarten classroom after graduating from Waldorf University. Originally from St. James, she’s excited for the opportunity to grow as a teacher. In her free time, she enjoys sports, reading, and shopping.
Welcome back, Ms. Mohwinkel!
🍎Meet Mr. Bell!
Full-time Substitute Teacher
Carter Bell is another familiar face as he grew up in the area. He is the district floating sub and will work in just about every grade. Carter has a bachelor's degree in business management and is working on his master's degree in elementary and special education. This will be his first year teaching. His father Corey is a farmer. His mother Cathy is a second grade teacher in Fairmont, after 30 years at BEA. Carter also has an older brother Collin, who farms, and a younger sister Ashley, who is currently in college.
Welcome to your new role at BEA, Mr. Bell!
🍎Meet Mr. Kreps!
High School Social Studies
Terry Kreps grew up on his family farm about 20 miles north of Moorhead, where he attended school, and later stayed in Moorhead to attend Concordia College – home of what he jokingly refers to as “one of the lamest mascots in the history of mascots.” He is excited for the opportunity to get to know the students and communities that BEA serves. In his free time, Mr. Kreps enjoys all things games – board, card, or video – as well as diving into historical research.
Welcome to BEA, Mr. Kreps!
🍎Meet Mrs. Obermeyer!
Discovery Place Preschool/ECFE Baylea Obermeyer joined BEA last year as a kindergarten teacher and is now returning as our Discovery Place Preschool/ECFE teacher. She grew up in Independence, Iowa, where she attended Independence Jr./Sr. High School. She now lives in Walters, Minnesota. She’s excited about the opportunity to teach our littlest students. When she’s not in the classroom, she enjoys spending time with her family.
Welcome back, Mrs. Obermeyer!
Please help us welcome Blue Earth Area's new staff!
🍎Meet Ms. Mattson!
Elementary Art
Courtney Mattson, who joined BEA partway through last school year, is passionate about art and art history and loves inspiring young artists. She’s excited to continue introducing students to artists from around the world, exploring art movements, and teaching new techniques and styles. Originally from Elk River, Minnesota, she earned her associate’s degree from South Central College and her degree in Art Education with a minor in Art History from Minnesota State University. Outside the classroom, she enjoys concerts, time with friends and family, reading, and caring for her 50+ houseplants. She’s engaged to her fiancé, Alex, and they share their home with an adorable cat named Nixie.
We’re happy you are here, Ms. Mattson!
