The Byron Buzz

It's Time To Vote

As we approach Election Day this Tuesday, November 5th, we’re reminded of the significance of each vote, with important decisions ahead for our country, our state, our community, and our school district. Last week, Mayor Glassmaker joined our students at City Hall to discuss the impact of voting. Students learned how the process works and how each vote truly counts—thank you, Mayor Glassmaker, for this valuable lesson!

Now it’s our turn as adults to cast our votes. I want to thank each of you who has taken the time to attend town hall meetings, school board forums, or to watch videos to become informed. Our votes won’t change the past but will shape our future, affecting every level of our community.

Regarding Byron Public Schools, I want to acknowledge that mistakes were made and we have learned from past challenges. Over the last several months, we have implemented many new processes to improve efficiency, accountability, and transparency.

Just this week, I joined over 25 district leaders at a workshop in Rochester with the Minnesota Association of School Administrators, where we shared strategies to address budget and funding challenges. This meeting was one of eight meetings around the State of Minnesota. Many Minnesota districts are facing similar pressures and are forced to explore solutions like operating levies to meet their funding challenges.

Byron Public Schools has had three operating levies over the past 30 years, the last in 2017. For a long time, steady enrollment growth helped sustain our budget, allowing us to make the most of our resources. This year, however, we saw only a modest increase of 12 students, which is not enough to offset rising costs, and this trend is predicted to continue for the next several years. While we’re grateful for past referendums for the facilities we’ve built together, this referendum is essential to maintain the educational programming that our students and staff deserve.

I encourage everyone to make their voices heard this Tuesday. Thank you for your support of our students, our staff, and the future of Byron Public Schools.

Go Bears!

Dr. Mike Neubeck, Superintendent

Email: mike.neubeck@byron.k12.mn.us
Website: https://www.bears.byron.k12.mn.us/
Location: 801 Frontage Road NW, Byron, MN, USA
Phone: 507-775-2383
Facebook: facebook.com/byronbears
Twitter: @neubecksupt

• Residents are being asked to approve a 10-year levy, with inflationary increases, to help cover operational costs. This levy is structured to raise $1.9 million annually, based on a contribution of $800 per student.

To view information about our referendum please visit our website!

1. You get a tray of random pellet bones that either belong to a rodent, a mole, a shrew, or a bird.

2. You receive a piece of paper with pictures of the possible bones you are examining.

3. You and your group must identify each bone by examining them and matching them to the picture of the pellet bones on the paper.

4. Sifting and sorting is encouraged using gloved hands and scientific tools.

Local Rochester boutique store Real Deals is selling items created and crafted by 8th grade students in the Design Studio class.

Six Byron Robotics FTC Teams competed at the Byron Community Education Building during a Robotics meet on Oct 26. The event brought Robotics teams from as far away as the Twin Cities Metro area.

Beginning this fall, you are able to skip the ticket lines and purchase your tickets for any varsity activity/athletic competition online. We encourage people to use this online ticketing so we can serve you faster and more efficiently. Before attending a game, go to this link: Byron Athletic Homepage where you can pay for the tickets and download them to your phone. Skip the lines and get a better seat for the big game.

• Boys Basketball
• Girls Basketball
• Wrestling
• Gymnastics
• Dance

Congratulations to the Byron Football team on winning the Section 1AAAA Championship and punching its first back-to-back ticket to the MSHSL Class AAAA State Football Tournament in program history.

State Tournament Information:

Passes do not work for State Tournaments. Adults are $13 and Senior/Students are $9

State 1AAAA Football Quarter-Finals

Thursday, November 7th - 6:00pm

East Ridge High School (Woodbury)

Byron vs. Marshall

Saturday, November 9 - Girls Hockey vs New Ulm @ 2:00 - Dodge County Arena

The Volleyball Team lost in 5 games to Stewartville and were the Section Runner-Ups. Congratulations to the players and coaches for a great season.

Don't miss out! Registration is closing soon for these classes:

Hurry! Time is running out to register for these classes:

• Byron Strong Winter Session 1 starts on 11/11
• Empower & Excel: Successful College Transition for High School Students with 504 Plans & IEPs on 11/11
• Kids in the Kitchen: Chicken Hotdish & Biscuits on 11/12
• ECFE - Teddy Bear Club starts on 11/12
• Clay Class - Textured Fish Mobiles on 11/14 & 11/21

Learn how to use the pottery wheel to create cups, bowls, vases, and other items. You will get individualized guidance as you build skills at wheel throwing. The instructor will provide small group demonstrations. Participants will have plenty of open studio time at the wheel to practice new skills and make pieces to keep. SIGN UP!

Kids in the Kitchen: Chicken Hotdish & Biscuits - November 12 at 3-4:30 pm

Join Julie Krings for Kids in the Kitchen: Chicken Hotdish & Biscuits, where you'll learn to make a delicious, hearty meal from scratch!You'll master kitchen skills like chopping, mixing, and baking while having a blast with your friends. By the end, you'll have a comforting dish to take home and share with your family! Sign up

Open Gym for Byron High School Students - Begins November 12 at 7:30-9 pm

Are you ready to showcase your basketball skills, have fun, and be part of an exciting opportunity? We invite you to join us for friendly competition, camaraderie and personal growth on the basketball court. Whether you have played basketball before or are new to the game, this is your opportunity to shine. Open Gym is designed to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where players of all skill levels can come together, learn and enjoy the sport they love. Grab your spot!