June 2017                                                                                eNewsletter
 
Something to Talk About...Levy Updates  By Superintendent Westerberg

The passing of the operating levy in November 2015 has allowed the district to balance its budget and has provided the opportunity to implement additional programming across the district while reducing class sizes in several elementary classrooms this year.  Read more.

MDE Releases Updated List of Programs and Resources to Help Stop the Summer Slide

For some families, summer vacation represents an ideal time to pursue interests, study music, go to camp, tackle creative projects, or take educational trips. However, not all children have access to enriching activities during the summer months.  Read more. 

Team Takes 1st Place in Milk Carton Boat Race

Big Lake High School science teacher, Adam Pelot, along with eight students, Taavan Mielke, Collin Suitter, Raina Marsolek, Korty Atkinson, Kamryn Robarge, Tanner Burton, Trinity Betke, and Ben Norgren, competed, for the first time, in the milk carton boat race.  The race was held during the annual physics trip to Valleyfair on May 17.   Read more.
Congratulations Students of Excellence

The 30th Annual Award and Recognition Ceremony for Students of Excellence was held on April 26, 2017 in St. Cloud.   Big Lake had four recipients this year:  Rachel Adams, Riley Bergstrom, Laurin T. Ebert, and Justina Zou.    Read more.


Important upcoming dates
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  • 6/6 - Last Day for Elementary and Seniors
  • 6/8 - Last Day of School
  • 6/9 - Graduation
  • 6/20 - Board Meeting



Youth Activities and Community Events
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