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As spring break arrives, I wanted to send a friendly reminder that you are your child's most important teacher and role model. The lessons they learn from you at home shape who they become. I hope you enjoy this time together and return refreshed and ready to finish out the 2023-2024 school year strong. We're all in this together as a community, and I know that with your continued support, our students will demonstrate high growth.

Wishing you a safe and fun-filled break!

Mar. 11-15: No School / Spring Break

Mar. 29: No School

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

Apr. 2: Spring Book Fair 9am-6pm

Apr. 3: Spring Book Fair 9am-6pm

Apr. 4: Spring Book Fair 9am-6pm

Top 10 students who master the most number of langauge arts skills at the end of the contest will win a Pizza Party with Mr. Hartmann and a lucky teacher. I heard Bluey might even make a visit to our pizza party!

Congrats to our first grade readers who read 200 books in February and "escaped the Black Hole" during Rocket Into Reading!

Cameron Elliott

Noah Peterson

Payton Dixon

Madelynn Christenson

Audrey Anfinson

Charlie Carlson

Tessa Jackson

Lennyn Bloom

Brookelynn Racutt

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

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!

Next week is Americorps week, when we celebrate the contributions of the Members serving in our communities. Regina and Vicki will formally be recognized during staff appreciation week in May. Because of the hard work and dedication of Regina and Vicki, so many students at Blue Heron are learning essential knowledge and skills to help them better access core instruction. So far this school year your Reading Corps Tutors have served 40 students! In addition, of the students served, 67.6% are performing above expected growth!

If you are interested in learning more about becoming a tutor, please follow the website below.

Calling for all 4th grade students to perform with the Centennial High School Concert Choir.

Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at 6pm in the Centennial High School Performing Arts Center.

Please view document linked below for more information.

Thank you so much for taking the time to complete Finn's mission and donate to the American Heart Association. Together we raised a whopping $13,239.59 and had 47 students complete Finn's mission which included learning hands-only CPR. We are so thankful for the generosity and giving spirit of Blue Heron students and families. It is an honor to be a part of this type of community. We thank you again for your support and we hope you have a wonderful spring break.

With gratitude,

Taylor Adamson and Bria Andersen

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.

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

School Board Hosts Listening Session for the Public

In the District's ongoing efforts to gather feedback from our stakeholders, the Centennial School Board is hosting a Listening Session for the public on March 18, 5:30pm-6:15pm. The session will be held in the District Board Room prior to the regularly scheduled board meeting. Listening sessions are held quarterly to provide the opportunity for community members, parents, students, and staff to meet informally with board representatives and the superintendent to discuss topics in the schools.

Centennial Preschool Registration is Open

The Centennial School District offers high-quality part-day and full-day preschool experiences. Preschool classes are designed to prepare students, ages 3-5, and families for success in kindergarten, practicing both academic and social skills in a “learning-through-play” philosophy. Full-day classrooms are located at each of the elementary schools in the Centennial School District; part-day classrooms are at the Early Childhood Center. Our preschool has earned a 4 Star Parent Aware Rating. Registrations received between March 1 and March 22 will be included in the placement lottery. Registration will remain open after the lottery for remaining seats. Program and registration information can be found on the district’s website.

The Summer Activity Guide opens for registration March 25 at 8 am! We can’t wait for you to see all that’s in store for summer activity and fun! Preview a copy of the Summer Activity Guide online March 23.

Here’s what’s happening soon:

Mar. 15- Deadline to register for spring swim lessons!

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)

Apr. 23- Skyhawks Baseball Camp (ages 8-12)

Apr. 27- Cougar Cup Soccer (gr. K-6)

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