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Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School District 191 is a future-forward school district creating barrier-free pathways for learning for everyone in our community. We believe learning is a lifelong pursuit, and create programs, services and opportunities that inspire this belief.

Elementary School Spark Wonder

For elementary learners in District 191, we begin to unpack the world of possibilities and explore healthy and meaningful expression. We want students to experience joy and growth, and to nurture curiosity as they consider the future.

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Middle School Fuel Exploration

Grades 6–8 are marked by a time of self-discovery and finding belonging. We want students to feel empowered and excited as they begin to think about their high school experience.

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High School Blaze your Path

With a host of opportunities, high school students apply their love of learning and developed sense of self to envision a future where their aspirations are truly within reach.

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‘Lunch Bunch’ is building community and relationships one meal at a time

Terese Trekell, first-grade teacher at Gideon Pond Elementary, connects with her students and develops relationships with them through the simple act of sharing a meal together during Lunch Bunch.

Upcoming opportunities for free well child exams, immunizations in District 191

In partnership with the Odam Medical Clinic and the Metro ESCU, a nonprofit educational cooperative, District 191 will host two clinics that will provide routine immunizations to any child in need of them. A well child exam is included in all routine vaccination appointments.

Parkin creates a sense of belonging and connection at BHS

Finding a sense of community is essential for everyone. Being able to express yourself and be a part of something bigger than yourself while feeling truly connected, seen and celebrated is something we all strive for. Luckily for Burnsville High School (BHS) teacher Landen Parkin and his students, these important concepts are a big part of daily life.

Fiona Chow attending the SASE National Conference

Fiona’s Journey into Technology and Enterprise

Learn how Fiona Chow used early involvement to create opportunities and a path to project management and teamwork in technology and business.

Blaze Cafe students deliver coffee to teacher Marie Hansen

Blaze Cafe empowers, prepares students to take on challenges with confidence

The Blaze Cafe at Burnsville High School is a beverage delivery service that helps students learn a variety of skills, like teamwork, listening, communication, problem-solving and critical thinking.

A challenge from his dying father to give ‘everyone a seat at the table’ is at the center of all that teacher Jason Ortiz-Crespin aims to do

Learn about Sky Oaks special education teacher Jason Ortiz-Crespin's journey in District 191 and how he is building meaningful, authentic connections in the community and beyond.

BHS Preschool Lab has openings for 2023

Preschool Lab will run March 2 through May 26. Classes are held on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9:50-11:20 a.m.

Cara Slattery and Aran Hartl co-teaching a classroom

A team approach to teaching

Cara Slattery and Aran Hartl team up at Rahn Elementary to provide differentiated instruction that meets the needs and strengths of each student.

Kindergarten information nights scheduled in District 191 schools

Families are invited to attend kindergarten information events in District 191 schools in January and February.

At these events, parents will have the opportunity to hear from principals, teachers and parents about what to expect in kindergarten, ask questions and complete the enrollment process, if they haven’t already. Children are welcome to attend.

District 191 Board welcomes new members, elects officers for 2023

Abigail Alt, Lesley Chester, Scott Hume and Safiyo Mursal took the oath of office to begin new four-year terms as members of the Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School District 191 Board of Education on Jan. 12. All four were elected in November.

Nominations open for One91 Community of Excellence Awards

Nominations are now open for the 2023 One91 Community of Excellence Awards to honor employees in Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School District 191.

District 191 students come together, compete in annual chess tournament

District 191 held its annual chess tournament on Dec. 17 at Diamondhead Education Center. In partnership with District 191 Community Education, the event was organized by Brian Ribnick, retired District 191 math teacher, and Jiten Patel.

A group of Eagle Ridge Middle School boys cross country participants

Students in grades 6-8 are back on the field, court, mat and track this year, with the return of athletics to Eagle Ridge and Nicollet middle schools.

Through last spring’s budget process, District 191 prioritized the return of middle school athletics after a four-year absence due to budget shortfalls. More than 120 students participated in soccer, cross-country and girls’ tennis this fall. Basketball and wrestling return to the winter season, and track and field and boys’ tennis will be back in the spring.

District 191 receives financial award for 34th consecutive year

For the 34th consecutive year, Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School District 191 has received an award for financial reporting from the Association of School Business Officials (ASBO) International. The Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting Award is considered to be the gold standard and the highest recognition for school district financial operations.

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BHS culinary program hosts annual Star Tribune cookie contest

Burnsville High School hosted recipe testing for the 20th annual cookie contest of the Star Tribune newspaper last month, and students in culinary classes at the school were actively involved.

Educational Innovation in Action: One91 Virtual Academy

Knowing that many students thrive in an online environment, the district set out to create a virtual school option that follows the innovative Pathways model, supports students in a variety of ways, and adapts throughout a student’s time to allow for more independence.

Starting the school year with strong connections

An initiative by the national company The Boomerang Project, which specializes in school culture and student connectivity, Link Crew is an activity-based program meant to build excitement about starting high school through student-to-student mentorships, fun events, and much more. BHS started exploring using the program in 2018 and after being delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic, launched a modified version in 2021, with a full launch in 2022.

davin alt and a classmate sit in a helicopter

Davin’s hands-on journey into healthcare

The classes Davin took often provided hands-on learning experiences, but most importantly, he was able to earn important certifications that would be instrumental to his future. During hybrid learning his junior year, he started the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program with remote days focusing on theory and concepts and in-person days being focused on building skills and real-life applications like helping patients with daily activities and being a patient liaison.

Truth in Taxation hearing set for Dec. 8

District 191 residents will have the opportunity to comment on the district's proposed tax levy for 2023 as part of the annual Truth in Taxation meeting, scheduled for Dec. 8 at 6:30 p.m.