The Wayfinder Blog
We are a district of trailblazers. The Trailblazer is the first to break ground on their quest for discovery. Innovative and driven, the Trailblazer blazes new pathways to explore and learns from the world around them. The Wayfinder Blog is your trail map. It contains stories, features and resources about how we enable our students to blaze their own trails.
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![Students learn practical, professional skills in Culinary Pathway]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1664817146/isd191org/tefshnw3u69exfjhlkhl/cookie_6.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1664817146/isd191org/tefshnw3u69exfjhlkhl/cookie_6.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1664817146/isd191org/tefshnw3u69exfjhlkhl/cookie_6.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1664817146/isd191org/tefshnw3u69exfjhlkhl/cookie_6.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1664817146/isd191org/tefshnw3u69exfjhlkhl/cookie_6.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1664817146/isd191org/tefshnw3u69exfjhlkhl/cookie_6.jpg","width":2200}])
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Students at Burnsville High School have access to a wide array of career pathways that they can explore, but only one results in projects that they can eat. Growing from its roots in the Family and Consumer Sciences department program, the BHS Culinary Pathway has expanded to 21 class sections a year, all of which are full of students eager to learn new skills.
![Nikki Rykhus]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1663955917/isd191org/poccpcsiqud23pxv97n8/Nikki2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1663955917/isd191org/poccpcsiqud23pxv97n8/Nikki2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1663955917/isd191org/poccpcsiqud23pxv97n8/Nikki2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1663955917/isd191org/poccpcsiqud23pxv97n8/Nikki2.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1663955917/isd191org/poccpcsiqud23pxv97n8/Nikki2.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1663955917/isd191org/poccpcsiqud23pxv97n8/Nikki2.jpg","width":2200}])
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Nikki Rykhus’ journey as a musician, educator and mentor came full circle recently when Rykhus was named the executive director of Twin Cities Catalyst Music. The non-profit organization operates The Treasury in St. Paul and The Garage in Burnsville, music venues that provide music-based educational opportunities.
![burnsville high school hall of fame]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1657894220/isd191org/zbu2ltugjayok7p1jgy9/halloffame.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1657894220/isd191org/zbu2ltugjayok7p1jgy9/halloffame.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1657894220/isd191org/zbu2ltugjayok7p1jgy9/halloffame.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1657894220/isd191org/zbu2ltugjayok7p1jgy9/halloffame.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1657894220/isd191org/zbu2ltugjayok7p1jgy9/halloffame.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1657894220/isd191org/zbu2ltugjayok7p1jgy9/halloffame.png","width":1920}])
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Burnsville High School will honor four former students, two retired teachers and a state champion team when it inducts its Hall of Fame Class of 2022 in October.
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Burnsville High School will honor four former students, two retired teachers and a state champion team when it inducts its Hall of Fame Class of 2022 in October. The newest Hall of Fame class will be inducted at a free public ceremony on Friday, Oct. 14, in the school’s Mraz Center for Performing Arts. A reception will take place at 4:30 p.m. followed by a program at 5:30 p.m. and recognition during halftime at the football game that night.
![group of students and community stakeholders]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1663612225/isd191org/gudze31eighzwfignlr6/BHSeducationStudentswithpresidentofteachersunions.webp","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1663612225/isd191org/gudze31eighzwfignlr6/BHSeducationStudentswithpresidentofteachersunions.webp","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1663612225/isd191org/gudze31eighzwfignlr6/BHSeducationStudentswithpresidentofteachersunions.webp","width":640}])
The Business Education Network (BEN) aims to strengthen the bond between local employers and educators to work towards the common goal of strengthening tomorrow’s workforce.
![Chess board to be rededicated at Nicollet Middle School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1663610977/isd191org/j1hjommwhilgarhtprcf/bv191chess113.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1663610977/isd191org/j1hjommwhilgarhtprcf/bv191chess113.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1663610977/isd191org/j1hjommwhilgarhtprcf/bv191chess113.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1663610977/isd191org/j1hjommwhilgarhtprcf/bv191chess113.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1663610977/isd191org/j1hjommwhilgarhtprcf/bv191chess113.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1663610977/isd191org/j1hjommwhilgarhtprcf/bv191chess113.jpg","width":2200}])
The Nicollet Middle School chess club – the Nicollet Knights – will hold a celebration and chess board rededication event on Sept. 27 from 6-8 p.m. at Nicollet Middle School.
![becca buck]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1663005562/isd191org/lje1y80qkpznfrefivxn/Buck1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1663005562/isd191org/lje1y80qkpznfrefivxn/Buck1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1663005562/isd191org/lje1y80qkpznfrefivxn/Buck1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1663005562/isd191org/lje1y80qkpznfrefivxn/Buck1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1663005562/isd191org/lje1y80qkpznfrefivxn/Buck1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1663005562/isd191org/lje1y80qkpznfrefivxn/Buck1.jpg","width":2200}])
Students at Gideon Pond Elementary in Burnsville are getting new ways to share their songs, explore cultures, and connect with their classmates with help from their music teacher, Becca Buck.
![Covid 19 update]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1615240478/isd191org/knqnfhegovs0lxdm4vpl/COVIDUpdate.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1615240478/isd191org/knqnfhegovs0lxdm4vpl/COVIDUpdate.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1615240478/isd191org/knqnfhegovs0lxdm4vpl/COVIDUpdate.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1615240478/isd191org/knqnfhegovs0lxdm4vpl/COVIDUpdate.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1615240478/isd191org/knqnfhegovs0lxdm4vpl/COVIDUpdate.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1615240478/isd191org/knqnfhegovs0lxdm4vpl/COVIDUpdate.png","width":1667}])
Based on the new guidance, District 191 will make the following changes to its Safe Learning Plan and practices around COVID-19 for the start of the 2022-23 school year.
![BHS Preschool Lab has openings for 2022-23]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1637271096/isd191org/rwhvepea3vvc5wrlgokj/preschoollab.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1637271096/isd191org/rwhvepea3vvc5wrlgokj/preschoollab.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1637271096/isd191org/rwhvepea3vvc5wrlgokj/preschoollab.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1637271096/isd191org/rwhvepea3vvc5wrlgokj/preschoollab.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1637271096/isd191org/rwhvepea3vvc5wrlgokj/preschoollab.jpg","width":1536}])
Preschool Lab is a course offered at Burnsville High School for preschool children from the community. High school students, under the direction of Family and Consumer Sciences teachers, gain experience teaching and working with children in a preschool setting.
![District 191 names Frannie Becquer as new Nicollet Middle School principal]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1622642557/isd191org/kgebrksmznmkelz9jfmq/DistrictNews.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1622642557/isd191org/kgebrksmznmkelz9jfmq/DistrictNews.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1622642557/isd191org/kgebrksmznmkelz9jfmq/DistrictNews.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1622642557/isd191org/kgebrksmznmkelz9jfmq/DistrictNews.png","width":834}])
District 191 Superintendent Dr. Theresa Battle announced that Frannie Becquer will be the next principal for Nicollet Middle School.
District 191 families are encouraged to apply for Educational Benefits to determine whether they are eligible for free/reduced meals, as well as other benefits such as discounts on athletics, activities and internet, for the 2022-23 school year. School meals will no longer be free for all students as they were during the 2020-21 and 2021-22 school years.
![Athletics are back at the middle schools]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1656523759/isd191org/ndl5qp0wswskoasqmhdd/trackandfieldimage.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1656523759/isd191org/ndl5qp0wswskoasqmhdd/trackandfieldimage.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1656523759/isd191org/ndl5qp0wswskoasqmhdd/trackandfieldimage.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1656523759/isd191org/ndl5qp0wswskoasqmhdd/trackandfieldimage.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1656523759/isd191org/ndl5qp0wswskoasqmhdd/trackandfieldimage.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1656523759/isd191org/ndl5qp0wswskoasqmhdd/trackandfieldimage.jpg","width":2200}])
Beginning the 2022-2023 school year, middle school students will be able to participate in athletics at their school.