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Purposeful Action
Staff use whole group and strategic small group instruction to best meet student needs. We use data to drive everything we do. The result is a high-achieving school with a caring, collegial culture.
Inclusive Programming
We meet our learners where they are at with the support they need. Blue Heron offers center-based special education programming and three levels of gifted and talented services.
AT A GLANCE
Located in Lino Lakes, Blue Heron serves roughly 770 students in a safe, respectful, and purposeful learning environment where all students have the opportunity and responsibility to grow to their full social, emotional and academic potential.
734 Students
Blue Heron Elementary has 734 students enrolled in Kindergarten through fifth grade.
High Open Enrollment Rate
Over 1,000 students open enroll in the district annually.
Building Opened in 2002
Blue Heron opened in the fall of 2002 with 650 students and 77 employees.
Committed Staff
Blue Heron staff are deeply committed to helping children grow. They make personal connections that understand, encourage and celebrate each student.
Impactful Involvement
Our families are involved with our school in meaningful ways. Volunteering, engaging and participating in community events are just a few ways our community connects with our school.
News & Announcements
![The Winter Activity Guide is Open for Registration]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1701717941/isd12org/lou3jwvlyoo4wigxqm6q/front_cover.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1701717941/isd12org/lou3jwvlyoo4wigxqm6q/front_cover.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1701717941/isd12org/lou3jwvlyoo4wigxqm6q/front_cover.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1701717941/isd12org/lou3jwvlyoo4wigxqm6q/front_cover.jpg","width":813}])
Community Education's Winter Activity Guide is available online. Register today for offerings held this winter and spring!
![Congratulations to the 2023 6A Champs!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1701282880/isd12org/replzb4hw8cwqp1fgfhm/20236AStateChampions.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1701282880/isd12org/replzb4hw8cwqp1fgfhm/20236AStateChampions.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1701282880/isd12org/replzb4hw8cwqp1fgfhm/20236AStateChampions.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1701282880/isd12org/replzb4hw8cwqp1fgfhm/20236AStateChampions.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1701282880/isd12org/replzb4hw8cwqp1fgfhm/20236AStateChampions.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1701282880/isd12org/replzb4hw8cwqp1fgfhm/20236AStateChampions.png","width":1663}])
Congratulations to the Centennial High School football team and coaches on clinching the 6A championship title in the Minnesota State High School League Prep Bowl!
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Families and future students were invited to attend Kindergarten Preview on October 24. Students explored their school--snack in the lunch room, playground time, a tour, and an opportunity for parents to ask questions.
![Centennial Students are Character Strong!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1696867836/isd12org/vomwguogikftjk6qnvi8/characterstrong3.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1696867836/isd12org/vomwguogikftjk6qnvi8/characterstrong3.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1696867836/isd12org/vomwguogikftjk6qnvi8/characterstrong3.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1696867836/isd12org/vomwguogikftjk6qnvi8/characterstrong3.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1696867836/isd12org/vomwguogikftjk6qnvi8/characterstrong3.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1696867836/isd12org/vomwguogikftjk6qnvi8/characterstrong3.jpg","width":2200}])
A "Kindness Kick Off" launched Character Strong programming at Centennial Elementary. Character Strong can be found throughout all of our schools, Pre-K through grade 12.
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Congratulations to Centennial High School and Centerville Elementary, Finalists in The Quad Community Press "Best of the Press." Thank you to the Centennial community for nominating and voting for our schools!