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On behalf of our dedicated staff, I would like to wish all our wonderful mothers a very happy Mother’s Day! We know you juggle many responsibilities, so thank you for making their education a priority. On this special day, please take time to relax and treat yourself. You've more than earned it! Know that as a school community, we are here to support you every step of the way. Wishing you a joyful Mother’s Day surrounded by family and making cherished memories. You are appreciated!

Staff Appreciation Week:

This past week we had the opportunity to acknowledge our dedicated staff. Staff appreciation takes place each year during the first week of May. Thank you to the PTO, families who were able to contribute, and our area businesses for making the week special. It was rewarding to see the students use the simple words, “thank you.” The PTO theme this past year was centered around Taylor Swift.

Changes to Routines:

The end of the year brings changes to schedules and routines that can prove challenging, especially for our children. I encourage you to be patient and go easy on yourselves during the next month. Recognize that your child may act out more due to fatigue or stress. Help them anticipate schedule changes by giving advance notice and reminders. Most importantly, allow them downtime to decompress amidst the flurry of activities. As a school community, we aim to balance end of year activities and structured routines. Please reach out if you need any assistance or advice in the weeks ahead. With teamwork and care, we will make the end of the year a good experience for your student.

May 13: BH PTO Meeting 6:30pm

May 16: Last day of library book checkout (E day)

May 17: BH Walk-A-Thon Family Night 5:30-8pm

May 22: 5th Grade Track and Field Day - CHS Track

May 24: BH Walk-A-Thon

May 27: No School / Memorial Day

May 28: Neon Day

May 29: Blue Heron/ Blue Day

May 29: 5th Grade Party 3:45-7:30pm

May 30: Beach/Tropical Day (picnic in the lunchroom)

May 31: Jersey/Sports Day

June 3: BH Kindergarten Graduation 10am - Centennial Middle School Auditorium

June 4: Last Day of School

The PTO urgently requests volunteer sign-ups to make our annual Family Fun Night a great success! We won't be able to pull it off without YOU! Please sign up today to help create a memorable event for our school.

A BIG thank you to our 2023-2024 school patrol! Every day, school patrol members encourage our students to make safe choices when getting on and off the bus and provide a safe path when they cross the road.

Thanks for all you do!

Austin Anderson, Lily Anderson, Olivia Bjerstedt, Colton Bloom, Jackson Buescher, Jansen Case, Taylor Day, Brynn Dufour, Ellie Ehrich, Jade Fox, Sophia Haider, Isaiah Homola, Beni Jeldo, Vincent Jennrich, Olivia Li, Neil Nguyen, Keegan Nigbor, Robyn Olson, Lucy Palm, Dimitri Paraschou, Sophia Peltier, Grayson Rakow, Gianna Shafer, Emitt Sikkink, Delphine Sisk, Logan Thalhuber, Morgan Waylander, Easton Wendorf, and June Yang.

Skip the lines and order your 2024-2025 school supply kit ONLINE. School supply shopping...ADDED SAVINGS MINUS THE HASSLE! All school supply kit orders for BHE will be done online - deadline is June 1st. To order our school supply kit, click the link below or scan the QR code to the right. The school code is 31897.

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!

Order your 2023-2024 yearbook today! The yearbook cost is $22.

Online orders will be delivered to students on May 28th. We will have limited copies for sale on May 29th. When yearbooks are gone, we cannot order more so order your copy online today!

• Community Event: Guest Speaker Kate Swenson

Mark your calendar! Kate Swenson of Finding Cooper's Voice" and author of Forever Boy will speak at a community event on May 14, 2024, 6:30pm at Blue Heron Elementary, 405 Elm Street. Tickets can be purchased at the QR Code; cost: $15. Proceeds will support the SPecIal Needs (SPIN) Centennial Parent group to help pay for next year's speakers and childcare, and The More Than Project, a non-profit serving special needs, parents, siblings, teachers, and more. Tickets are limited.

• Make a Difference and Substitute in our Schools! Centennial is also hiring for the 2024-25 School Year!

Don’t miss this chance to get involved and make a difference in the Centennial School District! Positions and information can be found on the Centennial website

• Summer EBT Benefit
  In summer 2024, families who were approved for educational benefits for the 2023-2024 school year may receive $120 for each eligible school-aged child to buy groceries when school is out through a new program through the United States Department of Agriculture. Most families receiving benefits this school year will receive the Summer EBT funds automatically, but some parents will need to apply. See the Centennial website for more information.

• School Day Schedule Adjustments

All elementary schools, Centennial Middle School, Centennial High School, and the Centennial Area Learning Center will adjust their start time by five minutes, effective for the 2024-2025 school year. This change allows for more time between the secondary and elementary school schedules to ensure buses run on time.

• 2024-2025 School Day Schedule

Elementary schools: 9:22 am-3:52 pm

Centennial Middle School: 8:05 am-2:55 pm

Centennial High School and Centennial Area Learning Center: 7:55 am-2:43 pm

Happening soon:

Jun. 2- Track and Field Camp (ages 4-12)

Lil Scoopers Intro to Lacrosse (ages 4-6)

Jun. 5- DASH Multi-Sport Camp (ages 6-12)

Intro to Ninja (ages 6-13)

Jun. 6- It’s a Robot Party (ages 6-12)

Jun. 10- Centennial Theater Presents: Snow White (entering gr. 2-6)

Jun 13- Cougar Soccer Academy (entering gr. K-6)

Jun. 16- Tenicity Beginner Group Tennis Lessons (ages 5-17)

More exciting activities continue throughout summer including:

· Lightning Thief Engineering Camp

· Drone Racing

· Neon Glow Art Camp

· Wild Animals Camp

· Kids Obstacle/Mud Run

· Cross Country Training Camp

· Mom and Me Football Challenge

· Girls Cougar Volleyball Camp

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