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The 2023-2024 academic year has been an incredible journey filled with memorable moments, academic milestones, and personal growth for our students. From the first day of school to the recent end-of-year festivities, it has been a joy to witness the progress and achievements of each and every child in our care. As a school community, we have overcome challenges, celebrated successes, and worked together to create a nurturing and supportive environment for all.

A few highlights are below:

1. Implemented a Tier 1 Social Emotional Curriculum K-12. Character Strong has provided our school common language discussion points explore.
2. Implemented Math Expressions K-5 for all students. Staff and students learned new language and were stretched as learners and teachers.
3. Continued to refine our problem-solving process and our intervention structure. We continue to calibrate our tier 1 literacy instruction and respond to students learning within and outside of the classroom.

June 1: School Supply Kit orders due

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

June 4: Last Day of School

Congratulations to the Class of 2024! We were visited by our former Blue Heron students as they walked the halls one last time before graduation. Cheers to you and a bright future ahead!

764 people will see more clearly this summer because of the donated eyeglasses sent to us by you. The effort in getting your eyeglasses to us is very much appreciated.

...and so ends an "eye"ra here for me at Centennial of helping others to see this amazing world more clearly-

After 31 years of collecting eyeglasses, I am venturing off to "see" the world in a new and different way.

This project was successful because of YOU! If you come across old eyeglasses, find a way to get them to those that need them. It's a small thing that makes a big difference! THANK YOU!

May your life be filled with peace, good health, and happiness,

Curt Gutbrod & Grade 5 Class

We are always looking for parents to support our school experiences within and outside of the school day. The PTO organizes a variety of experiences for our our school community and your assistance is greatly apppreciated. Thank you for stepping up to support our school.

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 TOMORROW 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.

Help Students in the New School Year!

Backpack Adopters Needed

Help ensure all Centennial students are ready for back-to-school in the fall. Adopt a backpack! The cost for supplies ranges from $50-$100 or make a monetary donation here. This community program is operated through Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in collaboration with the schools. More information can be found at centennialbackpack.org.

Donations Needed for PowerPack Food Program

Thank you to all who supported the Powerpack program this school year! The program provides a weekend bag of breakfast items, individual meals, and snacks for school-age children (K-12) in all of our schools. Powerpack is run by volunteers and relies solely on food and monetary donations. You can contribute here or contact Powerpack at powerpackdistrict12@gmail.com. Learn more about the program here.

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. (I will link from this to the new page on the website once the website copy is approved.)

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

We have many fun events this summer:

Music on the Lake-It’s Golden, select Thursdays, Golden Lake Park

Centennial Kids Obstacle/Mud Run, Aug. 3, 9 am, Centennial High School

Golden Lake Gallop fun run, Aug. 10, 8:30 am, Golden Lake Park

Food Truck & Fun Festival, Aug. 15, 4-8 pm, Centennial Middle School

Centennial Community Backpack Program

In 2023 the Community Backpack drive delivered more than 385 backpacks to students in need in the Centennial district. We anticipate the need to be even greater this coming school year. If you’d like to donate to the Community Backpack drive, please visit centennialbackpack.org for details. The deadline to sign up to donate is June 5.

Happening soon:

Jun. 10- Summer Cougar Strength (entering gr. 6)

Robotics Builders Marine Explorers (entering gr. K-2)

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

Skyhawks Multi-Sport Camp (ages 6-12)

Jun. 20- Mini Mania (ages 5-12)

Kids Dance (ages PreK-entering gr. 5)

Jun. 21- Fairy Garden (entering gr. 1-5)

Jul. 9- More Than Pink (entering gr. 4-6)

Jul. 22- Intensive Sewing Class (ages 8-13)

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