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Connecting with your kids after school is a top priority as a parent. But let's be real - pulling quality conversation out of a tired kiddo can feel like squeezing water from a stone. That's why at our school, we arm parents with strategic questions that tap into what really matters - their relationships, challenges, joys and curiosities.

Rather than the stale "How was school today?" try asking "Who made you laugh the hardest?" or "What was the most creative thing you did?" Kids will light up sharing a funny cafeteria moment or an arts and crafts masterpiece. For older students, spark introspection with "If you could change one thing about your day, what would it be?"

The goal isn't to interrogate - it's to guide and teach through conversation. When a child shares an experience of unkindness, we can help them reflect on how to respond next time. As they teach us a newly learned vocabulary word or historical fact, we strengthen their learning by having them explain it to someone else.

Kids crave being heard. The right questions convey to your child that you care - not just about grades and behavior, but their inner world too. That's how we nurture our relationships with them and, in turn, raise children who are in touch with themselves and ready to thrive

Feb. 26: PTO Meeting 6:30pm - Media Center

Feb. 29: Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences 4-8pm

Mar. 11-15: No School / Spring Break

Mar. 29: No School

Apr. 1:No School for Students/Staff Grading, Parent Communication, Content Development

It is the school’s expectation that cell phones remain in the student’s backpack throughout the day, including while on the bus. If your student brings a device and it becomes a distraction to his/her learning or the learning of others, or if it impacts the security of students, a parent / guardian will be notified. Devices should not be used as a method of communication during the school day. As with anything of value, the school is not liable for theft or damage.

Elementary Handbook is located in the Parent Hub

Parent-Teacher Conferences are on Thursday, February 22nd and Thursday, February 29th.

The PTO would like to partner with parents to provide meals for teachers on these nights.

Thank you for your support!

This week was Bus Driver Appreciation Week and we are so grateful for all our drivers! We entrust our kids with them not only to get from point a to point b, but to also feel safe. Often, they are the first and the last contact a student has with our school. The simple connections between the drivers and the students make a difference. Thank you BHE bus drivers! Bluey is proud of you!

During Staff Appreciation week in May, we will formally aknoweldge our bus drivers. In the meantime, please know that we are fortunate to have such loyal and caring drivers.

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Planning for the next school year begins very soon. If you are moving or not returning to Blue Heron Elementary for the 2024-2025 school year, please call the office at 763-792-6200. Thank you!

by Olivia

Read on about a fantastic opportunity you shouldn't miss... You can donate your no longer used eyeglasses to help people of all ages who can't get any glasses to help their poor vision. You can be the person to help someone get the glasses they need to have a better life.

People who need glasses but don't have the resources to get the glasses they need have trouble learning at school or performing at their jobs. These people wish they could see better, and with your help, their wish will come true. Donating your no longer used eyeglasses can help one person, maybe more. What you will do with your donation shows you care about people who can't get eyeglasses. Donating that pair of old eyeglasses to someone in need gives people a new opportunity in their life.

Mr. Gutbrod's Grade 5 class and the Circle-Lex Lions' Club are working together with you to get those needed eyeglasses to people in developing countries. This is an opportunity you should think about participating in this year.

Please send your no longer used eyeglasses to Blue Heron Elementary c/o Mr. Gutbrod's Grade 5 Classroom. We'll do the rest. By taking the time to do this, you are making wishes come true. Thank you.

Reading: Grade 3-5

• Tuesday, April 16th & Wednesday, April 17th

Math: Grade 3-5

• Tuesday, April 23rd & Wednesday, April 24th

Science - Grade 5 only

• Tuesday, April 30th

Order your 2023-2024 yearbook today. The yearbook cost is $22. See below for order information.

We are looking for your pictures to put in our yearbook. Click on the link below to add your pictures. Please make sure the pictures only feature students from Blue Heron Elementary. Thank you.

LINK - https://images.jostens.com/0TXbkr6X9Dd-4tY5ni64eHQ

USER ID - 0TXbkr6X9Dd-4tY5ni64eHQ

Summer Activities are Right Around the Corner!

The Summer Activity Guide will be open for registration beginning Monday, March 25 at 8 am. View the guide online on Friday, March 23 and be sure to visit online registration beginning Monday to get registered for your favorite offerings. Some activities and programs fill fast.

Here’s what’s happening soon:

Mar. 19- Youth Spring Volleyball League (gr. 4-5) Hurry-teams forming now!

Mar. 23- Spring Open Swim schedule begins!

Mar. 29- DASH Multi-Sport Non-School Day Camp (gr. K-5)

Apr. 6- RevSports Basketball (ages 2-9)

RevSports Ninja Warrior (ages 2-9)

Apr. 7- Cougar Soccer Academy (gr. K-7)

Apr. 8- DASH After-School Track & Field Camp (gr. K-5)

After School Youth Soccer (gr. K-5)

Apr. 20- Tenicity Parent/Child Beginner Tennis (ages 5-12 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