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Otter Lake Elementary

Sitting on the northwest side of the White Bear Lake Area School District, the Otter Lake Elementary family consists of about 600 students and a dedicated staff. OLE recognizes that each child is unique, and works to recognize and encourage the development of that uniqueness as suggested by the philosophy.

This neighborhood school works hard to create a strong, positive bond between faculty, parents, students, and community.

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Back to School Extravaganza event

The district is hosting a district-wide Back to School Extravaganza event from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 27 and from 1-6 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 29 at WBLAHS - North Campus (5045 Division Ave., WBL).

North Star Elementary Community-wide Open House

A community-wide open house to celebrate the opening of the White Bear Lake Area School District's new elementary school, North Star Elementary, will take place from 3-6 p.m. on Thursday, August 25.

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Find the essentials for starting the 2022-23 school year!

FREE Senior Activity Pass

Senior community members (age 65+) who live in the District are invited to participate in the Senior Activities Pass program and enjoy complimentary admission to school activities.

School Board votes in favor of placing capital projects levy renewal on Nov ballot

At the July 11 regular meeting, the White Bear Lake Area School Board unanimously voted in favor of placing a capital projects levy renewal question on the November ballot. The funds will be used for safety and security equipment; technology and related services; textbooks, curriculum materials and equipment, and musical instruments; and transportation.

2022-23 Academic Calendar approved

A revised 2022-23 Academic Calendar was approved at the July 11, 2022 School Board meeting.

Updated Strategic Plan Approved

At the August 8, 2022 School Board meeting, the Board heard an update of the District's Strategic Planning process and approved four updated strategies.

Free Summer Meals 2022

There are free summer meals available throughout the community for kids and teens who are 18 years old and younger. Learn more.

Groundbreaking at Otter Lake Elementary

District leaders took part in a groundbreaking ceremony at Otter Lake Elementary to celebrate additions happening at the school. The project is part of the district-wide comprehensive facilities plan which was made possible through the community’s support of the 2019 bond referendum.

2022 WBLAE Teacher of the Year named

Vadnais Heights Elementary teacher Mae Haley was recently named the White Bear Lake Area Educators 2022-23 Teacher of the Year.

WBLAHS sees continued positive graduation rate trend

The district’s most recent 4-year graduation rate, released by MDE this week, tops the state’s graduation rate by almost eight percentage points, and WBLAHS - South Campus is in the top tier of high schools in the entire metro area.

Resolution Supporting Commitment to Equity

At the March 28, 2022 School Board Work Session, the White Bear Lake Area School Board unanimously approved a Resolution Supporting Commitment to Equity and Inclusion.

Update on Attendance Boundaries Process

The district’s plan for changed attendance boundaries was approved at the Feb. 14, 2022 Regular School Board Meeting.

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Groundbreakings at Birch Lake and Lakeaires

Groundbreaking ceremonies took place in mid-December to celebrate additions happening at two of our elementary schools - Birch Lake and Lakeaires Elementary. The projects, part of the district-wide comprehensive facilities plan, are made possible through the community’s support of the 2019 bond referendum.

School Board approves naming of North Star Elementary

At the December 13, 2021 Regular Meeting, the White Bear Lake Area School Board approved the name North Star Elementary for the new elementary school in Hugo.