Blue Earth Area juniors spent the day exploring their future possibilities at MSU Mankato! 💜 They attended the Education Fair to connect with college representatives, ask questions, and learn about a variety of postsecondary options. The day also included a campus tour, giving students a glimpse of college life and helping them to start thinking about the paths they might take after high school. 🎓
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What a wonderful start we’ve had to the school year at BEA! The energy and positivity in our classrooms and hallways have been contagious, and it’s inspiring to see that momentum continue as we enter our second month of learning together.
We are taking time to celebrate some of our recent accomplishments—many of which highlight the successes of our students. Each spring, the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCAs) measure how well our district is teaching the curriculum aligned with Minnesota’s state standards in reading, math, and science. Third grade is the first year students participate in the MCAs, making it an important checkpoint for how well we are preparing our learners. We are so proud to share that last spring, our third graders achieved 60% proficiency in Reading and 64.6% proficiency in Math!
This achievement is a direct reflection of the dedication of our K - 3 staff and the hard work of our students. Over the past five years, our district has been wholly committed to updating curriculum, strengthening instructional practices, and providing ongoing professional development for our staff. These efforts are paying off, and our results show it. In fact, BEA once again reported district-wide increases in both literacy and math MCA scores, further evidence of our commitment to excellence in teaching and learning.
Looking ahead, we remain dedicated to strengthening our partnerships with families and our community. One of our key focus areas this year will be sharing information about the condition of our facilities. This past summer, we reviewed the results of a comprehensive facilities assessment—a detailed evaluation of every part of our buildings. Our board and staff were the first to hear these updates, and we will continue to share this information through advisory boards, volunteer groups, and community meetings. We want to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to learn the facts and join the conversation about the future of our schools.
As we move into October, I want to thank you for your continued support of BEA. Together, we will keep building on our momentum and creating great opportunities for our students.
Warm regards,
Superintendent Fletcher
We are taking time to celebrate some of our recent accomplishments—many of which highlight the successes of our students. Each spring, the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCAs) measure how well our district is teaching the curriculum aligned with Minnesota’s state standards in reading, math, and science. Third grade is the first year students participate in the MCAs, making it an important checkpoint for how well we are preparing our learners. We are so proud to share that last spring, our third graders achieved 60% proficiency in Reading and 64.6% proficiency in Math!
This achievement is a direct reflection of the dedication of our K - 3 staff and the hard work of our students. Over the past five years, our district has been wholly committed to updating curriculum, strengthening instructional practices, and providing ongoing professional development for our staff. These efforts are paying off, and our results show it. In fact, BEA once again reported district-wide increases in both literacy and math MCA scores, further evidence of our commitment to excellence in teaching and learning.
Looking ahead, we remain dedicated to strengthening our partnerships with families and our community. One of our key focus areas this year will be sharing information about the condition of our facilities. This past summer, we reviewed the results of a comprehensive facilities assessment—a detailed evaluation of every part of our buildings. Our board and staff were the first to hear these updates, and we will continue to share this information through advisory boards, volunteer groups, and community meetings. We want to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to learn the facts and join the conversation about the future of our schools.
As we move into October, I want to thank you for your continued support of BEA. Together, we will keep building on our momentum and creating great opportunities for our students.
Warm regards,
Superintendent Fletcher
🎲♟ Our 5th graders brought their game faces (and big smiles!) to the Senior Center! From playing games to sharing laughs, they’re not only having fun — they’re building special relationships with our senior friends. 🧡✨
#BUCPRIDE #GenerationsTogether #CommunityConnections #5thGradeFun
#BUCPRIDE #GenerationsTogether #CommunityConnections #5thGradeFun
Early Release Wednesdays begin next week for all BEA students in grades Kindergarten through 12 and will continue through April 29, 2026.
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
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
✨ Who knew desks could double as whiteboards? ✨
🖊️🧮 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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🖊️🧮 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).
#beabucpride
Today on National IT Professionals Day, we’re giving a big shoutout to this dynamic duo! 💻 Stacy Haase and Brandon Ankeny make solving tech problems look effortless, bring new technology into our classrooms, and jump into action the moment something isn’t working right. We’d be lost without them—thank you for keeping BEA running strong!
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👑 Congratulations to our Blue Earth Area Homecoming Royalty—King Omar Gomez and Queen Ava Petersen!
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Join us in the BEAHS PAC on Sept. 15 at 8 PM for all the Homecoming excitement! 🏴☠️
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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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
Join us for an evening of important information and helpful tips to guide your Senior through this exciting year!
📆September 24
⏰5:30 pm
📍BEAHS Performing Arts Center
📆September 24
⏰5:30 pm
📍BEAHS Performing Arts Center
👑Let’s hear it for our 2025 BUCCANEER HOMECOMING COURT!👑
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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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!📣🎉
#beabucpride
📬 Hot off the press—the BEA Briefing is here! Inside you’ll find updates, fresh stories, and a peek at the new staff joining our BEA family.
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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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
#beabucpride
👑Who's ready for Homecoming?!? 🙋♂️🙋♀️
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! 🏴☠️
#beabucpride
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! 🏴☠️
#beabucpride
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👟 Lace up those tennis shoes—it’s time for the BUCC-Y FUN RUN!
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! 🏴☠️
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! 🏴☠️
Monday, September 8, 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-090825-lbzjdvxxp5bienqusoso
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!
Please help us welcome Blue Earth Area's new staff!
🍎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 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!
Please help us welcome Blue Earth Area's new staff!
🍎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. 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!
Please help us welcome Blue Earth Area's new staff!
🍎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 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!
