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March 9 Community e-Newsletter Available

The March 9 issue of the Community e-Newsletter is now available! The publication covers student and staff successes, School Board news, and school and Community Education offerings.

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Preschool registration is now open!

Preschool registration is now open! We offer a safe and nurturing environment for a child’s first school experience away from home in our four star (highest possible rating) Parent Aware rated programs.

Community Confidence: Survey Highlights Support and Satisfaction

White Bear Lake Area Schools (WBLAS) recently conducted a community and parent survey to gather insights into the district's performance and community perception. The results, presented by Peter Leatherman from The Morris Leatherman Company at a School Board work session, highlight a strong sense of satisfaction and support from both district residents and parents.

2024-25 Coffee with Dr. K events

Community members are invited to stop by throughout the academic year for an informal chat with Superintendent Kazmierczak over a cup of coffee at the Downtown White Bear Lake Caribou Coffee for the upcoming Coffee with Dr. K events:

- Feb. 27 from 12-1 p.m.
- May 6 from 7:30-8:30 a.m.

Minnesota Author Visits Birch Lake

Students at Birch Lake Elementary listened to Minnesota author Keean Jones read his book “Saturday Morning at the Shop”. His visit is part of Birch Lake’s “I Love to Read Month” activities and was highlighted in this video issue of the district's The Week in 62.4 Seconds.

Community Connections

A White Bear grad, his daughter and a staff member experienced a full circle moment together!

I Love to Read Month

Birch Lake Elementary kicked off their I Love to Read Month celebrations with an all-school assembly!

District Center offices moved to Sunrise Park

District Center offices, including the Centralized Enrollment Center, have moved to the Sunrise Park District Service Center located at 2399 Cedar Avenue in White Bear Lake.

Water Safety Lessons

Elementary students across the district are learning the importance of water safety, through our lessons in partnership with the White Bear Area YMCA. Their lessons were captured in a recent video issue of the district's The Week in 62.4 Seconds.

School Board Oath of Office

At the January 13, 2025 Regular Meeting of the School Board, the Oath of Office was administered by Superintendent Kazmierczak to newly elected School Board members Angela Thompson, Scott Arcand, and Dan Skaar.

Reminder of Emergency School Closing Notification Information

If winter weather is so severe that schools need to close, families will be alerted via phone, email and text to those with texting capabilities. The message will be posted on the district's website and social media accounts, and the information will also be available on local media outlets.

thumbnail of video - aerial view of White Bear Lake Area High School parking lot and building

Building Our Future Update 2024 video shared

A Building Our Future Update 2024 video was recently created and shared out on the district's website. This fifth annual update video provides an overview of progress that has been made across the district since the comprehensive facilities review and planning work began in 2018 and the community supported the Building Our Future Bond Referendum in 2019.

three kindergarten students enjoying hands-on project together

Kindergarten registration is now open!

Registration is now open for students entering kindergarten in Fall 2025! We offer strong neighborhood school programs and district-wide options with IB and dual immersion.

collage of photos from Galvin Court Dedication event

Community celebrates Galvin Court dedication

Students, staff, alumni and community members gathered for a pre-game reception and packed the game gym at White Bear Lake Area High School prior to the first Boys' Basketball game in the space for a Galvin Court Dedication celebration on Dec. 13.

2025-26 and 2026-27 calendars approved

At the December 9, 2024 School Board Regular Meeting, the School Board approved the following calendars:
- 2025-26 Academic Calendar
- 2026-27 Academic Calendar