The Byron Buzz

Every day within our schools, so many events happen that allow students to learn and demonstrate their passions and talents. This past week was a first for Byron Public Schools and it represented a culmination of the six "Cs" in our Profile of a Graduate. Thirty-five high school seniors presented their Life Plans to staff, students, family and visitors. The "Profile of a Graduate" is the guiding vision of our system, with its 6 "Cs", and the Life Plan is a reflection and a presentation that represents the student's learning over their years in Byron Public Schools. While students go through our system, they will do projects and assignments that are meaningful to them and they will collect them in an online portfolio. During their junior year in high school, the students work with staff to begin developing this presentation by having students reflect on the 6 "Cs", their strengths, and their future plans after high school.

It was truly amazing to hear what the students have learned about themselves, how they have grown as young adults, and their plans after high school. When given the opportunity to pursue their passions and tell their story, students do amazing work. I personally asked them what they were going to do for fun in their Life Plan because work is really not work if you are able to have fun. I also asked them what they learned about their strengths and challenges as they get ready for life after high school. I really enjoyed conversing with these young people. This was one day of presenting. Three more sessions will happen yet this year with every senior having the opportunity to present their Life Plan. After talking with these seniors, I am even more proud to say that I am a member of Byron Schools and community.

It's Great To Be A Byron Bear!

Dr. Mike Neubeck

Superintedent

Byron Public Schools

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

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Thank you for your time and feedback!

Dr. Mike Neubeck, Superintendent

The Profile of a Graduate is the model we use to live out the District's Strategic Plan on a daily basis. It has been 5 year since we first implemented the Profile of a Graduate and we continue to find ways to teach the six Cs: Creativity, Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Citizenship, and Character.

Learn more about our Profile of a Graduate!

February is School Board Recognition Month. Thank you to the members of the Byron School Board for their time and dedication to the students, staff, and families of Byron. Your student-first focus and vision will continue to make BPS a great place to learn. From L to R: Dr. Mike Neubeck, Matt Prigge, Duane Quam III, Lisa Jessen, Carrie Delaney, Heather Holmes, David Wernimont, Jeremy Aagard.

Has someone on the Byron Public Schools' staff made a positive difference for you or someone you know? If so, please consider taking a few minutes to show them your appreciation by nominating them for the District's Spotlight on Staff Award. The nomination form will be open throughout the month of February and you can submit as many nominations as you would like! There are great people doing AMAZING work in Byron Public Schools - show them a little love this month by submitting their name as a candidate for Spotlight on Staff.

Congratulations to Luke Bjellum, grade 12, whose photography piece was selected for the My District, My Minnesota program. Students were invited to submit photos or drawings of life in their district. Each Senator then chose the one they felt was the best representation of their district. Luke's photo was chosen to represent District 24. It will hang in the Minnesota Senate Building for the rest of 2023. Luke is a student of Mrs. Boettcher's Photography 1 art class.

Congratulations to Jesse Pankratz, grade 12, whose photography piece was also selected for the My District, My Minnesota program. The plan was for each Senator to choose the artwork they felt was the best representation of their district. While most districts had submissions, there were a few that didn’t have any. Jesse's artwork was used to represent District 19 and will hang in the Minnesota Senate building for the remainder of 2023. Jesse is a student in Mrs. Boettcher's Photography 1 art class.

View the live stream by visiting https://fb.me/e/3j3PkbbeI

People can still submit questions via our form at https://bit.ly/WhatsUpDoc531

Parent Alert Series: Wake Up Call (Learn to Spot the Signs of Alcohol and Drug Use) will be presented at Byron Middle School Auditorium on March 16 from 6:00 - 8:30 PM.

Find more information here

Please contact Christine Jostock, District Social Worker, Grades K-12, or Jaclyn Nigon, School Nurse, Grades 6 - 12, with questions at 507-775-2189, christine.jostock@byron.k12.mn.us, jaclyn.nigon@byron.k12.mn.us

If you worked in 2022, you may be eligible for up to $6,935 at tax time from the Earned Income Tax Credit. Free Options to File Your 2022Taxes

Byron Publics Schools will be hosting School-based Dental Clinic with Let's Smile at Byron Intermediate School, 501 10th Ave NE, Byron on Thursday, April 6. Find more information here

Smiles,

Christine

Email: christine.jostock@byron.k12.mn.us
Phone: 507-77-2189

Congratulations to Byron High Schools 2nd Quarter Citizenship and Character recipients, Noah Amundson and Calie Dockter.

Students are nominated by an advisor, teacher, or coach based on the student's notable character traits and their ability to uphold positive values and morals that align with the school's mission in regards to "Profile of a Graduate." This includes involvement with school activities and the Byron Community.

National Football Signing Day:

Carter Geerts committed to University of Minnesota Duluth

Nick Netzke committed to Minnesota State University Moorhead

Spring Sport Registration Date Change:

Will now open on Wednesday, February 8th in Infinite Campus

Congratulations to the Byron Varsity and JV Gymnastics Team for finishing the regular season undefeated in dual meets!

The 29th Annual Zumbro Education District Virtual and Traveling Art Show will soon be underway! Twenty-six of our own Byron art students in grades 1-12 will have works of art featured in this year's show.

The traveling show begins in Kasson-Mantorville on February 3rd then travels to various schools throughout the Zumbro Ed. District until April 11th.

The art show will be in town in the Media Center at Byron High School from

March 7th - March 14th. We will have a special viewing of the show on Tuesday, March 7th from 4:30-6:00 and with an awards ceremony for the participating artists at 5:00 pm.

We hope you can make it to see the amazing art in person, but if not, the art can be viewed virtually at the ZED website: www.zumbroed.org beginning February 3rd.

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: https://www.bears.byron.k12.mn.us/Page/806 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.

Fun day for two Byron FFA members at the Winter Leadership Development Event. Anna B. competed in the Employment Skills contest and interviewed for a Region office. Sarah P. represented our chapter as a delegate for slating our new Region 8 officer team.

Monday, February 6 - Boys Varsity Basketball vs. South St. Paul - 7:15 pm (Byron High School Gym)

Monday, February 6 - Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Plainview-Elgin-Millview - 7:30 pm (PEM High School Gym)

Tuesday, February 7 - Co-ed Rochester Raiders Adaptive Floor Hockey vs. South Suburban - 4:30 pm (Bloomington Kennedy Activities Center)

Tuesday, February 7 - Girls Varsity Basketball vs. St. Peter - 7:15 pm (Byron High School Gym)

Tuesday, February 7 - Boys Varsity Basketball vs. St. Peter - 7:15 pm (St. Peter High School Gym)

Tuesday, February 7 - Boys Varsity Wildcats Ice Hockey vs. Mankato West - 7:15 pm (Mankato All Seasons Arena)

Thursday, February 9 - Co-ed Rochester Raiders Adaptive Floor Hockey vs. Minneapolis - 5:30 pm (Rochester Dakota Middle School)

Thursday, February 9 - Varsity Wrestling Triangular vs. Multiple Schools - 5:30 pm (Rochester Mayo High School)

Friday, February 10 - Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Rochester Lourdes - 7:15 pm (Rochester Lourdes High School Gym)

Friday, February 10 - Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Rochester Lourdes - 7:15 pm (Byron High School Gym)

Saturday, February 11 - Varsity Dance Team Section Championship vs. Multiple Schools - 11:00 am (Kasson-Mantorville High School Gym-North, Home Federal Arena)

Saturday, February 11 - Varsity Girls Gymnastics Conference Championship vs. Multiple Schools - 11:00 am (Stewartville High School Gym)

Saturday, February 11 - Boys Varsity Wildcats Ice Hockey vs. Somerset School District - 3:00 pm (Dodge County Ice Arena)

Saturday, February 11 - Girls Varsity Wildcats Ice Hockey vs. TBA - 7:00 pm (Dodge County Ice Arena)

Upcoming Events - Byron Public Schools HVL Conference Calendar

Byron PTO and Frank-N-Steins are partnering to bring you an easy way to support our schools and a local business. Come join us for dinner (dine-in or carryout) on Wednesday, February 8, from 4-9 pm.
Byron Bearwear will also be available for sale from 5-7:30 pm.

Looking for a fun and engaging part-time position working with children? Byron Primary School is currently looking for two part-time lunchroom/recess supervisors to assist our K-2 students Monday-Friday from 11:15 am-1:15 pm. We would love to hear from you if you are interested! Contact Byron Primary School by phone or email.

amanda.durnen@byron.k12.mn.us

507-624-0311

We have openings for paraprofessionals, bus drivers and teacher substitutes to name a few of them. Find our complete job listings HERE

For more information, please contact the Byron Public Schools District Office at 507-775-2383. Thank you for your consideration of these employment opportunities.

Classes Starting Soon!

• Sunshine and Roses Traveling Art Studio - Monday, February 13
• Shimmery Snowman at 2:45-4:00 pm
• Going on a Bear Hunt at 4:00-5:00 pm
• Pickleball Open Gym Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning February 14 - 2 spots left
• Are you meeting your health and fitness goals for 2023? It's not too late to join the current session of Byron Strong.

Early Childhood Family Education

• Sweetheart Dance on February 10 - Hurry! Registration closes on February 7!
• Grandparents and Me on February 13
• Messy Art on February 13
• Little Cubs AM on February 14
• Little Cubs PM on February 14 - FULL

View the February Community Education e-Newsletter.

It's not too late to join the current session of Byron Strong.

Thank you to Ellie from the HS Art Club for helping at the K-2 After School Art Club and 3-5 Art Club Making Edible Art.

The construction plans continues to move forward and it will be great to watch our facilities transform over the next 18 months. It is exciting to see the progress and to think about what great facilities we will soon have for our students and our community. Please check out our webcam at https://app.oxblue.com/open/knutson/byronhsathletics and watch the time lapse pictures. We are so appreciative of the community's support.

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