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Three students smiling while working on a podcast at Oneka Elementary

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Oneka Elementary

Oneka is a neighborhood school that serves the Hugo area within the White Bear Lake School District. Oneka serves grades 2 - 5, with the K-1 students attending Hugo Elementary. Our staff is committed to working together to challenge each student to reach their greatest potential.

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Fall Planning thoughtexchange link

Please continue to give us your input by sharing your thoughts in the online conversation that was emailed to all staff members, students and families on the evening of Friday, July 10 about what we should consider as we prepare for a return in September.

Message to Sunrise community regarding library book weeding procedures

Please see this message that was sent to Sunrise families this morning regarding library book weeding procedures.

District publishes Bear's Update

The district recently mailed an end-of-the-year Bear's Update to all district residents.

Dr. Alison Gillespie Named New Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning

The White Bear Lake Area School District is pleased to announce that Dr. Alison Gillespie has been chosen to serve as the new Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning, a position that will be vacated when current Assistant Superintendent Sara Paul steps into the role of Superintendent at North Branch Area Public Schools.

WBLAS Fall Planning Survey 2020 - District Families

We are gathering information from our families about learning model preferences and transportation for their student(s) when school resumes in the fall.

2020 District Graduation Ceremonies

Congratulations 2020 graduates! Learn more information about celebrating the White Bear grads at the Area Learning Center, Transition Education Center and White Bear Lake Area High School's Virtual Graduation Ceremonies.

Distance Learning Period extended through school year

Governor Walz announced today, April 23, that the Distance Learning Period will be extended for all Minnesota schools through the end of the 2019-20 academic year due to the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) health crisis.

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Thank you 2019-20 retirees

Congratulations retirees! While this year things certainly look a bit differently for celebrations, we want to make sure each of you know how much you are appreciated. Join us in celebrating the retirees who have collectively served the community for 736 years!

SmartSchoolK12 chosen to replace FeePay

The White Bear Lake Area School District is moving to SmartSchoolK12 to replace FeePay for online payments.

Brian Morris named Hugo Elementary Principal

The White Bear Lake Area School District is pleased to announce that Brian Morris has been chosen to serve as the district’s Hugo Elementary Principal, a role he stepped into as an interim appointment earlier this school year.

Building Our Future Facilities Process Update

In lieu of the in-person Community Listening Sessions that were scheduled for this spring, we have created a presentation to explain the participatory process being used for each design in our Facilities Planning Process that will be phased in through 2025.

Darcy Rodriguez named Early Childhood Coordinator

The White Bear Lake Area School District is pleased to announce that Darcy Rodriguez has been chosen to serve as the district’s Early Childhood Coordinator, a position that was vacated when Kate Andersen left the position to serve as a Director of Community Education in another school district.

Dr. Marcellus Davis named Director of Equity and Engagement

The White Bear Lake Area School District is pleased to announce that Dr. Marcellus Davis has been chosen to serve as the district’s Director of Equity and Engagement.

White Bear Window Display

In these days of social distancing community engagement via window dressings, we invite you to join the fun in creating a White Bear Window for friends and neighbors to enjoy from afar while they walk the neighborhood.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Updates

Find important updates including meal access information, answers to frequently asked questions and resources for families.