The students had a great time playing 9 Square in P.E. today! Thank you, Mr. Ille, for making physical education so fun and engaging!

The Broken Cheems were 1 of 54 middle school teams to compete at the MN State Robotics Competition. They played 8 qualifying rounds where they were ranked 14th out of 54! They were part of the first round of elimination matches, but they were unable to advance further in the competition. Great job to the Broken Cheems, and great job to all of the robotics students for this year as the season comes to a close.

The second and third-grade music performance was absolutely wonderful! Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this event so special. A huge shoutout to Miss Hamvas for her hard work and dedication in bringing it all together!

📚 Lakeview has welcomed amazing guest readers this I Love to Read month! Thanks to our community for sharing their love of reading and making this celebration so special for our students!

Thursday is Pajama Day for Halverson as we wind up a great month of celebrating 'I Love to Read'.

Consistent school attendance is essential for student success! When students attend school regularly, they build strong learning habits, stay engaged with their classmates, and make steady academic progress. Every day in the classroom is an opportunity for growth, collaboration, and new experiences that can’t be replaced. We understand that occasional absences happen, but missing school too often can make it harder for students to catch up and stay on track. Let’s work together to ensure our students are present, prepared, and ready to learn each day. Thank you for your support in making attendance a priority!

🚨 Exciting News! 🚨 The Southwest Middle School robotics team, The Broken Cheems , is heading to the VEX State Robotics Championship this Thursday and Friday in St. Cloud, Minnesota! 🎉🤖 Congratulations on this amazing achievement, and best of luck at state! We’re cheering you on! ❤️💙 #TigerPride #VEXRobotics #StateBound

Our 4th and 5th graders are excited to present their music performance on April 4th at 2:00 PM! This special performance is inspired by the book Ada’s Violin and showcases their hard work and creativity. We look forward to seeing you there!

Halverson’s fantastic fourth graders wrapped up their Wit & Wisdom module centered on Hatchet. They showcased their learning by decorating their hallway with story summaries and displaying creative dioramas in the media center. A wonderful celebration of knowledge and imagination!

It was truly wonderful to see so many of you at registration and conferences! We appreciate your continued support in fostering a strong partnership with our school community. As we move forward, we kindly ask that you review our 'Drop off & Pick up Procedures' and share this information with any caregivers who may assist in the process. This ensures the safety of our students and helps in building their independence. Thank you for your cooperation and for helping keep our students safe each day!

📣 Attention Parents: Pre-K & K Registration is OPEN! 📣 We’re excited to welcome your child to Brookside Early Learning! In-Person Registration: 📅 Monday, February 24th ⏰ 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM 📍 Location: Brookside Online Registration: 🌐 Visit: https://www.alschools.org/df/enrollment 🔎 Click on ENROLL Don’t forget to register for Kindergarten if your child is 5 years old by Sept. 1! Got Questions? 📞 Call our Early Learning office: 507-379-4825 We look forward to serving your child and being a part of their learning journey!

CONGRATULATIONS to our Early Learning Team for their outstanding dedication and achievements! Celebrating our Teacher of the Year nominees and the entire team for their hard work and commitment to our children. (Nominees from left to right: Mary Jo Volkman, Corey Rahn, Sarah Bolinger, Audra Beussman, Casondra Ciavarelli, Krista Doyle)

Dear Early Learning Families, Your child's teacher will be e-mailing an eLearning choice board to you Tuesday morning by 8:30am. You can also find the choice boards on our Early Learning website for easy access. We are on SET 2. Stay safe & warm!

Tuesday, February 18th, 2025, will be an E-Learning Day. Students are expected to complete ONE Choice Board and turn it in to their classroom teacher no later than three days after the E-learning Day. Please check your email for instructions on how to access a choice board if you do not already have a physical copy or go to Sibley's Page on alschools.org. Stay warm!

The Broken Cheems punched their ticket to state today!!! They earned the Excellence Award and brought home some hardware for the middle school trophy case! 🎉🙌❤️💙

Students in the Healthcare Mentorship class embrace a unique opportunity—typing their own blood in class today for an hands-on learning experience!. #tigerpride

112: Maggie Olson went 4-0 and took 1st place to win her 3rd Section Title and punched her ticket to the Girls State Tournament for a 3rd year in a row

🎉 A Fun-Filled Week at Lakeview! 🎉 Last Friday’s Bingo Night was a huge success! Families gathered for an evening of fun, laughter, and great prizes. Thank you to everyone who joined us and made it such a special event! This week, our 5th graders got creative for Dress Like an Idiom Day, bringing learning to life with some amazing costumes. Check out some highlights below! 📸👇

Our first-grade and second grade students are excited to explore Geodes books in small groups, which is supporting their phonics skills while having students apply the skills in a decodable text. These decodable books reflect diverse identities and experiences, allowing students to see themselves and others in meaningful ways. Geodes concepts and language align with the Wit and Wisdom Modules that students are learning during the core ELA time.

We're Hiring Paraeducators! Join our team and make a difference in the lives of students! Paraeducator positions are currently available at Hawthorne Elementary and Southwest Middle School. 📚 Support student learning 🌟 Build meaningful connections Apply today and help inspire learners and cultivate growth in our community! 👉 www.applitrack.com/albertlea/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Student+Support