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November is a time to pause and show appreciation to the individuals that make a difference. Each of us makes our school a special place. Please know that collectively we make Blue Heron a special place to learn and to work. Besides doing what it takes to support your child at home, many of you volunteer to serve our school. Please consider investing in our school by being part of our PTO. Everyone has something to offer.

If you are interested in supporting our school, please click on the link below. Thank you for doing all the little things to make our big thing “Blue Heron” a great place!

Nov. 6: No School for Students / Staff Grading, Content Development, Parent Communication

Nov. 9: SRP: Secure Drill

Nov. 10: Veterans Day Program 2:30-3:15pm

Nov. 23-24: No School / Thanksgiving Break

Nov. 27: PTO Meeting 6:30-7:30pm

Nov. 28: Bingo Night 6-7:30pm

Nov. 28: Fall Book Fair 9am-8pm

Nov. 29-30: Fall Book Fair 9am-5pm

Our annual Veterans Day program will be on Friday, November 10 at 2:30pm in the cafeteria and will last approximately 45 minutes. The program is designed to promote respect for our country and give students a greater understanding of patriotism. Parents are welcome to attend and those who have served in the military.

If you have an old flag and would like to dispose of it, drop it off in the school office and they will give it to the Lion's Club.

Please remember if your child is sick, follow the Rule of 24!

Our fall book fair will be held on November 28 from 9am-8pm and November 29-30 from 9am-5pm. The book fair cannot run without volunteers so please consider donating some of your time. Please click the link below to view our available volunteer shifts.

Are you looking for some family fun? Join us for Family Bingo Night on November 28th from 6-7:30pm in the gym. This event is free to all families and siblings are welcome! You can also shop the book fair before or after Bingo.

Do you want to help at Family Bingo Night? Check out the link below and consider a small volunteer shift.

We are collecting items for our local food shelf now through November 10th. Items can be brought to school and placed in food shelf collection boxes located in each grade level.

Below is the list of items that are in highest need:

Personal care items such as: toothbrushes, toothpaste, hand soap, soap, shampoo, and cash donations. (donations can be held in the office until delivery to food shelf)

Please no macaroni and cheese

Bring items to school until November 10th. Thank you for your support!

To register: Go to https://mybooster.com/v3 and create an account. Search for Blue Heron Elementary (make sure you select the BH in Lino Lakes), add your student and select your teacher. Now share your link with friends and family to get your donations! Our direct drive fundraiser is the PTO’s biggest source of funding for the year, and we need your donations.

If you have questions on how to register please e-mail the PTO at bhptopresident@gmail.com.

The students can earn fun rewards as the school reaches milestones over the next few weeks:

• $5,000 - Fun Hair / Hat Day
• $10,000 - Mr. Hartmann, Mrs. Gschwind & Mrs. O’Shea dye their hair blue
• $15,000 - Extra recess!
• $18,000 - Schoolwide movie & PJ day (with popcorn!)

Additionally, the class that raises the most money will win a pizza party and the top two fundraisers in the school will each with lunch with a teacher/staff member of their choice from the area restaurant of their choice!

Thank you for your support!

Blue Heron PTO

Please be sure your child/children bring proper clothing for outdoor recess activities. Make sure boots, mittens, hats, and jackets are marked with their names. If your child/children is in need of winter clothing please contact the Blue Heron office by calling the office at 763-792-6200. Also, please check the schools LOST & FOUND for items that may go missing. The LOST & FOUND is located across from the gym/cafeteria bathrooms. Students will continue to go outside unless the following conditions are present:

Order your 2023-2024 yearbook today. The yearbook cost is $20 through November 24th. On November 25th, the price increases to $20.50. See below for order information.

District Office Switches to Automated Phone System

To better serve and provide a higher level of service to our district stakeholders, the Centennial School District Office will transition to an automated phone answering system on Monday, November 6, 2023. Callers will be able to select options that will help route the caller to the appropriate staff member or service. Please note the main district office phone number will not change because of the switchover and can be reached at 763-792-6000.

Nominations for Centennial’s Hall of Fame due December 1 – Deadline has been extended

Do you know of someone who has a longstanding history of providing services of time and commitment to education? Or, do you know a Centennial graduate who has demonstrated outstanding professional accomplishments and/or has used their education to impact society? Nominations for the Class of 2024 are due December 1. More information on criteria and how to submit a nomination can be found on the Centennial website.

The Winter Activity Guide is coming! Be sure to visit our online registration beginning December 1 at 8 am to check out offerings for winter and early spring!

Learn to Ski/Snowboard (gr. 5) Learn to navigate the slopes and build confidence, all equipment is provided. A parent can also register and attend the program. This activity is held Dec. 3 at Wild Mountain.

Holiday Open Skate! (all ages)

Sunday, Dec. 17, 2-3:20 pm, join us at the Centennial Ice Arena for holiday-themed open skating. The cost is $5/person (children 6 and under are free).

Centennial Cheerleading Winter Skills Clinic (gr. K-5)

Open to current cheerleaders and athletes looking to learn more about competitive cheerleading! Work on jumps, tumbling and stunting during holiday break. The skills clinic is held Dec. 27-29 at CHS West.

Happening soon:

Nov. 2-4 Princess and the Pea, CMS Auditorium

Nov. 6- DASH Multi-Sport Non-School Day Camp (gr. K-5)

Nov. 7- Conquer Ninja Rec Team (ages 6-13)

Nov. 11- Skyhawks Basketball Camp (ages 6-10)

Nov. 13- Fall Soccer Skills (gr. K-1)

Nov. 18- Painting: Labradoodle Love (ages 5-12)

Dec. 2- Breakfast with Santa (up to age 10 with adult)

Scratch and Sniff Christmas Creation (ages 4-9)

Dec. 7- Santa’s Holiday Workshop: Gingerbread House (ages 3-11 with adult)

Go online to view all activities and to register, communityed.isd12.org.

Welcome to the Digital Backpack, the district’s central posting place for community flyers. If you have questions regarding these programs, please contact the organizations directly. Browse the Digital Backpack.

Email: apalmsteen@isd12.org
Website: www.isd12.org/schools/elementary-schools/blue-heron-elementary
Location: 405 Elm Street, Lino Lakes, MN, USA
Phone: 763.792.6200