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**2026-2027 XCEL Team Ash Gray Crew Neck (XCEL Family )GymnasticsThis XCEL Team Sweatshirt Ash Gray Crew Neck is a required item for XCEL participants that they will wear at competition. Please note that we will have sizers in the gym to try and verify size needed. Last name will be put on back. NOTE: XCEL Parents, Friends, Family and Fans are welcome to purchase this item! Deadline to order: Aug 3 @ 11:59 pmCE GYMNASTICS APPAREL 22-30 -
**2026-2027 XCEL Team Competition Team 3/4 Sleeve LeotardGymnasticsXCEL Silver - You may choose either the tank or 3/4 sleeve. Gold & Platinum levels this is required. Deadline to order: June 12 @ 11:59 pmCE GYMNASTICS APPAREL 22-30 -
3 Year Old - General RegistrationLittle Learners Preschool2026-27 LITTLE LEARNERS PRESCHOOL registration began on March 16, 2026. 2026-27 INFORMATION: Little Learners offers unmatched programming that follows school readiness curriculum designed around building self-esteem, increasing social skills, encouraging self-reliance and developing cognitive skills necessary for kindergarten success. Children are taught by a licensed teacher and one assistant in a safe and nurturing environment. Little Learners Outdoors! -- Everything you love about our Little Learners program plus the additional benefits of an outdoor nature experience using the MN DNR Project Learning Tree and Project Wild curriculum. The majority of Little Learners Outdoors is outside exploring trails, woods and our dynamic nature classrooms while still incorporating all the key learning curriculum. Students spend minimal time inside each day, but do have a designated indoor classroom if the weather is unsuitable for us to be outdoors. $45 Registration fee PLUS 1st months tuition is processed/charged when your contract has been accepted. 2026-2027 Class Options/Tuition costs 3 Year Olds (3 by Sept 1, 2026) M/W | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $170/mo T/TH | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $170/mo 3.5-4 Year Olds (3 by March 1, 2026) T/TH | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $170/mo T/TH | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $170/mo M/W/F | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $206/mo - FULL 3.5-4 Year Olds - Outdoor Classroom (3 by March 1, 2026): T/TH | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $170/mo - FULL 4 Year Olds (4 by Sept 1, 2026) T/TH | 12:15-3:15 pm | $170/mo M/W/F | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $206/mo - FULL M/W/F | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $206/mo - FULL 4 Year Olds - Outdoor Classroom (4 by Sept 1, 2026) T/TH | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $170/mo M/W/F | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $206/mo - FULL M/W/F | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $206/mo - FULL M/T/W/TH | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $268/mo - FULL M/T/W/TH | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $268/mo - FULL If you have any questions...feel free to contact our office: earlychildhood@biglakeschools.orgSchool Year 2026-27 Preschool Site -
3.5 - 4 Year Old - General RegistrationLittle Learners Preschool2026-27 LITTLE LEARNERS PRESCHOOL registration began on March 16, 2026. 2026-27 INFORMATION: Little Learners offers unmatched programming that follows school readiness curriculum designed around building self-esteem, increasing social skills, encouraging self-reliance and developing cognitive skills necessary for kindergarten success. Children are taught by a licensed teacher and one assistant in a safe and nurturing environment. Little Learners Outdoors! -- Everything you love about our Little Learners program plus the additional benefits of an outdoor nature experience using the MN DNR Project Learning Tree and Project Wild curriculum. The majority of Little Learners Outdoors is outside exploring trails, woods and our dynamic nature classrooms while still incorporating all the key learning curriculum. Students spend minimal time inside each day, but do have a designated indoor classroom if the weather is unsuitable for us to be outdoors. $45 Registration fee PLUS 1st months tuition is processed/charged when your contract has been accepted. 2026-2027 Class Options/Tuition costs 3 Year Olds (3 by Sept 1, 2026) M/W | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $170/mo T/TH | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $170/mo 3.5-4 Year Olds (3 by March 1, 2026) T/TH | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $170/mo T/TH | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $170/mo M/W/F | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $206/mo - FULL 3.5-4 Year Olds - Outdoor Classroom (3 by March 1, 2026): T/TH | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $170/mo - FULL 4 Year Olds (4 by Sept 1, 2026) T/TH | 12:15-3:15 pm | $170/mo M/W/F | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $206/mo - FULL M/W/F | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $206/mo - FULL 4 Year Olds - Outdoor Classroom (4 by Sept 1, 2026) T/TH | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $170/mo M/W/F | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $206/mo - FULL M/W/F | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $206/mo - FULL M/T/W/TH | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $268/mo - FULL M/T/W/TH | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $268/mo - FULL If you have any questions...feel free to contact our office: earlychildhood@biglakeschools.orgSchool Year 2026-27 Preschool Site
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4-5 Year Old -General RegistrationLittle Learners Preschool2026-27 LITTLE LEARNERS PRESCHOOL registration began on March 16, 2026. 2026-27 INFORMATION: Little Learners offers unmatched programming that follows school readiness curriculum designed around building self-esteem, increasing social skills, encouraging self-reliance and developing cognitive skills necessary for kindergarten success. Children are taught by a licensed teacher and one assistant in a safe and nurturing environment. Little Learners Outdoors! -- Everything you love about our Little Learners program plus the additional benefits of an outdoor nature experience using the MN DNR Project Learning Tree and Project Wild curriculum. The majority of Little Learners Outdoors is outside exploring trails, woods and our dynamic nature classrooms while still incorporating all the key learning curriculum. Students spend minimal time inside each day, but do have a designated indoor classroom if the weather is unsuitable for us to be outdoors. $45 Registration fee PLUS 1st months tuition is processed/charged when your contract has been accepted. 2026-2027 Class Options/Tuition costs 3 Year Olds (3 by Sept 1, 2026) M/W | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $170/mo T/TH | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $170/mo 3.5-4 Year Olds (3 by March 1, 2026) T/TH | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $170/mo T/TH | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $170/mo M/W/F | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $206/mo - FULL 3.5-4 Year Olds - Outdoor Classroom (3 by March 1, 2026): T/TH | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $170/mo - FULL 4 Year Olds (4 by Sept 1, 2026) T/TH | 12:15-3:15 pm | $170/mo M/W/F | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $206/mo - FULL M/W/F | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $206/mo - FULL 4 Year Olds - Outdoor Classroom (4 by Sept 1, 2026) T/TH | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $170/mo M/W/F | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $206/mo - FULL M/W/F | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $206/mo - FULL M/T/W/TH | 8:15 - 11:15 am | $268/mo - FULL M/T/W/TH | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | $268/mo - FULL If you have any questions...feel free to contact our office: earlychildhood@biglakeschools.orgSchool Year 2026-27 Preschool Site
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Adult Trip: Runestone Museum Tour in AlexandriaEnrichment8:45 a.m. Leave Eastview Elementary, 9375 Fenning Ave. No., Monticello.Load in parking lot. 9:30 a.m. Make a comfort stop at the Middle Spunk Lake Rest Area near Avon, MN. 11:00 a.m. Arrive for lunch at Travelers Inn Restaurant, Alexandria’s Oldest Eating Establishment since 1924.Menu: Swedish Meatballs, Lightly Spiced and served in a Creamy Gravy Sauce, Served with Baby Red Skinned Mashed, Vegetable, Dinner Roll, Beverage 12:30 p.m. Leave Travelers Inn Restaurant. Just three blocks down the street is the Runestone Museum. 12:45 p.m. Take a guided tour of The Runestone Museum Foundation. It has been inspiring curiosity about local history and heritage for more than 50 years. The World Famous and controversial Kensington Rune Stone was the Runestone Museum’s only artifact when it opened its’ doors in 1958. Since then, the museum has grown to include additional artifacts found in Minnesota that relate to Middle-Age Nordic explorers. The 40 piece collection includes the Climax fire steel. In the First Peoples exhibit, an original 1920s Tinkle Cone Dress is on display; only four such dresses exist in North America. Visitors can also explore Minnesota’s natural history. There is also a Minnesota Wildlife Exhibit, complete with animal sounds and habitat information. 1:45 p.m. After the tour, spend a few minutes in the gift shop. 2:00 p.m. Transfer to the Up North Ice Cream Company in Alexandria. 2:30 p.m. Leave Alexandria, MN. 3:30 p.m. Make a comfort stop at the Big Spunk Lake Rest Area new Avon, MN. 4:15 p.m. Estimated return time to Monticello. DEADLINE: TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 - No refunds after this date!Summer 2026 -
AquaticsChoose from more than 10 levels in our Red Cross-inspired swim classes for ages 6 months to 18 yearsCategory -
AquaticsChoose from more than 10 levels in our Red Cross-inspired swim classes for ages 6 months to 18 yearsCategory -
Starting SoonBeginners Sourdough Bread MakingEnrichmentIn this class you will learn the do's and don'ts of sourdough bread making. You will learn how to make your own sourdough bread, how to do the stretch-N-folds, shape and score the bread. You will get a couple recipes and your own starter so you can start making your own bread! Please bring: a medium size bowl and a wooden spoon. What's included: Bread flour, salt, spring water, jar and rubber band for starter, plastic bowl cover and parchment paper.Summer 2026 -
Beginners Sourdough Discard Goodies & RecipesEnrichmentWant to know how to keep your sourdough starter alive and start making delicious discard recipes? In this class you will receive an active starter and make delicious sourdough discard recipes in our 2 hour class.You will be paired up with 1 or 2 people and each group will make a different recipe. When completed, we will then enjoy each other's treats. We will discuss the do's and don'ts of sourdough and recipes for all the goodies we make.Summer 2026 -
Big Lake High School BowlingRecreationCompete. Represent. Win. Join the Big Lake High School Bowling Team and compete against other schools nearby and across the state! Build lasting friendships, represent your school with pride, and experience the excitement of high school competition. Join the sport that more people participate in than any other! It’s fun for everyone regardless of skill level! Grades 7-12: Practices begin August 11th at 3:30pm, matches begin in early September (schedule released after practice begins). Grades 5-6: Practice-only program, practice with the high school team, designed to prepare future competitors. The regular season runs through mid-November, with qualifying teams advancing to postseason and state competition through early December. No equipment necessary to join, we will provide balls and shoes for those that need it. Not from Big Lake but would like to participate, reach out to William and check eligibility to join. Registration is open now through September 1. For more information, contact William Foss at william.foss@mcpetes.com or 763-772-3355.Fall 2026 -
Canva Academy for BusinessEnrichmentAre you tired of spending hours trying to create graphics for your business, only to feel frustrated with the results? Canva Learn how to design professional-looking social media posts, flyers, and marketing materials using only the free version of Canva with no design experience required. You'll learn the exact tools, shortcuts, and strategies that make creating beautiful visuals quick and stress-free. By the end of this session, you'll have the skills and confidence to create graphics that attract customers and make your business look polished and professional.Summer 2026 -
Content Creation for Cash: Social Media Writing That WorksEnrichmentHarness the power of social media to grow your audience and boost your brand—one post at a time. This dynamic class dives deep into crafting scroll-stopping content tailored for each platform, from Instagram reels to Twitter threads. Learn how to write engaging captions, spark viral shares, and use storytelling to build authentic connections that keep followers coming back. You’ll also discover savvy strategies to turn likes and comments into real income by monetizing your social presence like a pro. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.Summer 2026 -
Courses AdultBig Lake Community Education offers more than 50 classes throughout the year to our community's adults. Classes offer opportunities for adults to improve their knowledge base, explore new interests, gain new skills and make new connections!Category -
Courses YouthBig Lake Community Education offers more than 100 classes throughout the year to our community's youth. Classes offer opportunities for students to improve academic and social skills, explore new interests, gain additional skills and make new friends!Category -
Discovery Club Summer Field TripsTrips**If your child is registered for Kids Club during these field trips, they are included in their daily activities so do not register** Join us for as we tour and enjoy our local community! Open to youth who will be going into Kindergarten-6th grade fall of 2026. Children will build a stronger connection to nature and make lasting memories while visiting fun and exciting local parks and attractions. No spending money is needed. Please have your child wear tennis shoes, comfortable clothing, and have sunscreen applied. Also, please send your child with their own water bottle. While enrolling please ensure all contact information is up to date such as current email address, physical address, emergency contact names and phone #'s. Drop off and pickup at Door J Independence Elementary School. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to bus departure time. On site activities are located at Independence Elementary School (Enter Door J). Spots are limited! **Please note that trip details with locations, times and dates are subject to change** **Parents are required to stay during local events** **Park Trips | Splash Pad | Local Events/Independence Elementary & Big Lake High School | Water Park **Summer 2026 -
ECFE CoursesIs the class showing full? Join our waitlist, we may add more spots closer to start date. Scholarships available for all courses! Email earlychildhood@biglakeschools.org or call 763-262-3233 for more information!Category
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Early Childhood ScreeningEarly Childhood Screening begins at age 3!! In Minnesota, all children must be screened before entering Kindergarten. Early Childhood Screening is a free snapshot of how your preschooler is growing developing and learning.Category -
EnrichmentFrom learning how to plan for retirement to tips for growing a garden, these adult enrichment classes offer a variety of options to gain knowledge and explore new interestsCategory -
EnrichmentFrom Drivers Education to learning how to paint, these youth enrichment classes are aimed at improving academics, exploring new interests and more!Category -
GymnasticsFrom parent/child toddler classes to high school competitive ones, our gymnastics program is top-notch and classes fill up very fast.Category -
WaitlistHigh School Off-Season Gymnastics Training Grades 7-12GymnasticsFor these classes you must be able to: go over the vault table without spot, go to the high bar without help, and complete a front tuck and round off backhand spring on floor. You must also be willing to participate in all events, drills and stations with a good attitude. No prorated amounts will be allowed. Additional information will be noted on the BAND app. Please reach out to: cegymnastics@biglakeschools.org to receive these notifications regarding our Off Season Gymnastics Training Classes. Links for registrations will be made available on BAND.Fall 2026 -
Hive Time - Non School DayLittle Learners Hive TimeBig Lake Liberty ElementarySchool Year 2026-27 Hive Time Non-School Day Site -
Hive Time - School YearLittle Learners Hive TimeAn extension of our Little Learners Preschool...a wrap-around child care option for 3-5 year old children currently enrolled in our Little Learners Preschool Program and fully toilet trained.School Year 2026-27 Hive Time Site