🎉📚 Today was Battle of the Books, and our 5th graders did a fabulous job! They came prepared, worked as a team, and showed great respect throughout the event. We’re proud to share that Halverson won the Sportsmanship Award and Lakeview answered the most questions correctly - congrats to all! 👏 A big shout-out to Coach Wescott for the dedication and support. Way to go, readers! 💙📖

Halverson was excited to welcome school board member MaryJo Dorman for a fun game of Bingo with our 4th and 5th graders! She generously donated books for students to win, and the excitement was contagious. Thank you, MaryJo, for helping our students head home with new books and big smiles!

Today was Incentive Day, and we had some very special guests leading the way — our Teachers of the Day and Principal of the Day! 🏫👩‍🏫👨‍🏫 Students who raised the most money for our Walk-A-Thon stepped into leadership roles, and our top fundraiser became Principal Neilson for the day! She did an amazing job celebrating staff with a rolling snack cart - complete with a beverage, something salty, and something sweet. 🥤🍿🍬 She even took time to observe classrooms and leave encouraging notes for our hardworking staff. 💬📚 We wrapped up the day with ice cream sundaes and extra recess because at Halverson, we know how to work hard AND celebrate big! 🍨🎈 Halverson Rocks! 💙🐾

Thank you to Mr. Munyer who came in today to talk to our 6th grade Minnesota history students about the Civil War. He had many artifacts giving students hands on experience!

🌱🌸 Spring Plant Sale! 🌸🌱 ALHS Plant Science class is selling veggie plants & flower hanging baskets! Everyone is welcome! 🗓 May 12–16 | 3–4 PM ⏰Extended hours May 14: open 'til 5 PM 📍 Albert Lea High School Greenhouse (drive up past the commons) 🫛 Veggies: A few things we have include tomatoes, broccoli, squash, cucumbers, peppers, cauliflower, etc. 🌸Flower varieties include: impatiens, geraniums, gerbera daisies, petunias, marigolds, spider plants, chinese money plants etc. All proceeds support future greenhouse projects—thank you! 💚

Halverson's Walk-A-Thon was a huge success! Beautiful weather! Fabulous families! Supportive staff! Thank you all for your generosity!

Students at ALHS celebrate a fancy lunch earned by their choices to do the right thing. Events like these are made possible through our Tiger Pride program. #tigerpride

Celebrating the accomplishments of our students at Senior Awards Night! A heartfelt thank you to all the donors whose generous support makes these scholarships possible and empowers our students to reach new heights.

Future mental health professionals gaining invaluable insights from the experts at Freeborn County Mental Health Center, shaping their path to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

🏆 Celebrating Industry Excellence! 🏆 Today in Rochester, the Southeast Service Cooperative hosted its annual Industry Partner of the Year award ceremony—an event recognizing outstanding partnerships that support student career exploration and workforce development. Among the honorees was Albert Lea’s own Lou-Rich, Inc. Lou-Rich has been a long-standing and exceptional partner with Albert Lea High School, providing students with hands-on manufacturing learning experiences, material support for the ALHS Welding Lab, and in-depth facility tours for our students that inspire future careers. As a state-approved Youth Skills Training partner, Lou-Rich plays a key role in preparing our students for success in high-demand fields. We are proud to celebrate Lou-Rich’s commitment to education, innovation, and the next generation of skilled workers! Pictured are Lou-Rich staff along with ALHS Teacher, Mr. Jeff Jenson (far right).

🚁 Take Flight with Discover Drones! 🚁 Curious about drones and how they work? Join us for Discover Drones, a hands-on summer camp where students will explore flight technology, build and pilot their own drones, and learn the science behind unmanned aerial systems! 📅 Dates: June 2nd – June 6th 🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon 📍 Location: Albert Lea High School, Room F203 This is an exciting opportunity for students to engage with STEM in a fun, dynamic way. Spaces are limited, so don’t wait! 👉 Sign up here: https://bit.ly/4m3SKBn

Early Learning families had a beautiful night for our Sky High Fun Event! Students enjoyed flying kites, making windsocks, sidewalk chalk, bubbles, parachutes and root beer floats! We enjoyed celebrating a wonderful school year of growth!

A huge THANK YOU to our amazing SPIRIT parent group for the delicious treats from Mom’s Bakery Co. and the refreshing iced coffee drinks this morning! What a perfect way to celebrate our last PLC of the 2024–2025 school year. Our teachers truly enjoyed the special time together—collaborating, reflecting, and feeling appreciated.

Halverson had a magical visit today from Miss Trish at the Albert Lea Public Library - dressed as Ms. Frizzle! She brought excitement and energy as she shared all the amazing opportunities waiting for kids at the library this summer. Thank you, Miss Trish, for inspiring our students to keep reading and exploring all summer long!

Our third graders took their math practice outdoors today! ☀️ They had a blast working on multiplication using area models and partial products - learning + fresh air = the perfect combo!

It's Teacher Appreciation Week, and we couldn't be more grateful for our incredible team at Halverson! Our teachers go above and beyond every single day to support, inspire, and meet the needs of ALL learners. Thank you for the heart, dedication, and love you pour into our school!

A huge thank you to our amazing kindergarten families and to Miss Hamvas for a wonderful music informance! It was such a joy to see families joining in and making music together with their students. Your energy, support, and participation made it extra special!

A big thank you to our incredible first grade families and to Miss Hamvas for a fantastic music informance! It was heartwarming to see everyone singing, moving, and making music together. Your support and participation made the event truly memorable!

Today was School Lunch Hero Day, and I had the privilege of serving lunch alongside this incredible team. Their care and dedication reach far beyond the lunch line. They serve with heart, kindness, and a smile every single day. I am grateful for all they do to nourish and support our students!

Kindergarten countdown is on. Today, the letter I is for Ice cream.