Burnsville High Gets In On 'Harlem Shake'

Last week, BHS made its own contribution to the growing dance craze.

Burnsville Teacher Named Semifinalist for Minnesota Teacher of the Year

Sharon Shelerud, a social studies teacher at Metcalf Junior High, was one of 39 who made the cut.

Hopes High for Blazettes at State

Burnsville High's dance team, once the best in the region, hopes to reclaim its title this weekend at the state championship.

National Honors President, Dartmouth Hopeful Put Forward for 'Triple A' Awards

Seniors Brianna Westbrooks and Isak Hawkinson have been nominated for Triple "A" Awards, a statewide scholarship program recognizing achievement in academics, athletics and the fine arts.

Fortune 500 Company Contemplating Location on Savage-Shakopee Border

Emerson Process Management is negotiating a deal with Shakopee, Burnsville schools, Scott County and state authorities that could involve $6 million in public assistance.

Kids 'n Kinship Hosting Info Session for Potential Mentors

The Kids 'n Kinship mentoring program is having an information session from 6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 21 at Wescott Library.

Michelson Named Girls Swimming Coach at Eagan High

Michelson, the current head coach for the Burnsville High School boys swimming program, replaces former EHS coach Steve Van Dyne.

Metcalf Instructor in the Running for 'Minnesota Teacher of the Year'

Sharon Shelerud is one of 135 teachers who have been nominated for 2013 Minnesota Teacher of the Year.

BHS Students Headed to State Music Competition

Passion and extensive knowledge of classical music make students a "dream team," says choral director.

Anderson, St. Martin Crowned King and Queen of Burnsville High's Snow Week

On Monday morning, King Nic Anderson and Queen Sam St. Martin reigned over an irreverent pep rally kicking off BHS' Snow Week.

BHS' Snow Week Begins on Friday

Burnsville High will beat the mid-winter blues with a coronation and a neon dance.

Job Fair for Substitute Teachers on Tuesday

Kelly Services, the firm that provides District 191 with subs, will be holding a recruiting event at the Diamonhead Education Center next week.

Sweep Elected Board of Education Chair

In a split vote, Sandra Sweep was elected to be chairperson of the Board of Education, replacing long-standing chair Ron Hill.

Capitol Review: Carlson Throws Support Behind Bill to Reign in Lobbyist Influence

S.F. No. 26 would require additional reporting of lobbyist "scholarships" to legislators, and discourage the dissemination of model legislation.

Two Athletes, Scholars from BHS Nominated for the ExCEL Award

Hannah Keirstead and Jack O'Brien, two model students from BHS, have been tapped for the annual ExCEL Awards.

Going to Pot: Volunteers Needed to Make 'Empty Bowls'

The school district is asking experienced potters to take a day to create clay goods to sell at the annual Empty Bowls for Full Bellies event.

Lakeville Teacher, Savage Service Dog Fly to Newtown, to Help Victims Cope

Holly Ryan, a school psychologist at Lakeville's Kenwood Trail Middle School, flew to her hometown of Newtown, CT, along with a service dog, to help victims of the tragedy cope.

Over 30 Burnsville Kids Score Spots on the Honor Roll at Holy Angels

Students were placed in one of the three categories depending on their GPA.

Burnsville School Board Opts for Executive Search Firm with Local Connections

In spite of concerns about insider influence, the Burnsville-Eagan-Savage Board of Education agreed to hire School Exec Connect, a company with extensive ties to the Twin Cities.

Superintendent Search Gains Traction

The Burnsville-Eagan-Savage Board of Education will soon begin vetting executive search firms.

Burnsville High Begins Transitioning to 9-12 Transcript, Registration System

While reviewing Burnsville High's newest course offerings, Principal Dave Helke outlined a plan to consolidate registration and transcripts for grades 9 through 12.

School Board Abolishes 'Late-start' Days

The Burnsville-Eagan-Savage Board of Education has done away with the leisurely late-start, which will be replaced with two full days off for students.

Harriet Bishop Takes District Chess Title for First Time in School History

Saturday, the gifted and talented elementary's chess team took the first place team title at Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School District's annual tournament, beating out Sioux Trail and longtime winner William Byrne.

Burnsville School District Responds to Connecticut School Shootings

Burnsville-Eagan-Savage Schools posted a note of sympathy on its website Friday in the wake of a series of shootings at a Newtown, Connecticut school that has left over 20 people dead.

School District in Need of Chess Sets for Saturday's Tournament

Officials have put out a call for extra chess sets for the district-wide chess tournament this weekend.

News Roundup: Rising Star Nicholas David Declared 'Voice' of Eagan

In other news from around the South Metro region, Saks Fifth Avenue will anchor Eagan outlet mall, and Emerson may bring 500 new jobs to Shakopee.

Blaze Hockey Player Tyler Sheehy Injured During Game with Hill-Murray

Tyler Sheehy, number 22, was carried out on a stretcher after tangling with a Hill-Murray player, but was cleared to play in Tuesday's game.

Nicollet Student Takes Top Honors at District Spelling Bee

Meet Molly Olander, a seventh-grader who recently was titled Burnsville-Eagan-Savage's champion orthographer.

Burnsville Students Set Up on 'Speed-Date' With Future Careers

Students in Burnsville and Lakeville will be checking out potential careers by "speed-dating" with representatives from vocations such as marketing, sales, human resources and law.

Four BHS Students Sign National Letters of Intent

Wednesday four Burnsville High athletes committed to nationally reputed schools—including one Ivy League.

Incumbent Mayor Ousted by 27-year-old Law Student: South Metro News Roundup

In other news from around the region, Eagan's Nicholas Mrozinski advanced to the top 12 on NBC's "The Voice" and Dems ruled the day on Nov. 6 in eastern Dakota.

Incumbents Rule the Day in Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School Board Race

In spite of a rough year, it appears that four incumbent school board members have kept their seats.

Search On for Missing Northfield Man

In other news from around the South Metro region, Eastview Took the State Soccer Crown and Eagan's Nicholas David Mrozinski advances on another round of NBC's "The Voice."

Five Dakota County Girls Included on 2A All State Soccer Team 2012

Burnsville Senior Natalie Muench was one of five Dakota County girls named to the Minnesota Girls 2A All-State Team on Sunday.

School Board Candidates to Square Off in Second Forum

It's onto round two for the 10 candidates for the Burnsville-Eagan-Savage Board of Education—and the public is invited.

A Plea to Potters: Help ISD 191 Make 'Empty Bowls'

Volunteers are needed this Saturday to make clay bowls for this year's Empty Bowls for Full Bellies campaign, which helps feed children in the district who struggle with chronic hunger.

Video of the Week: Burnsville High Teacher Flash Mob

Jumping jacks, Journey, teachers and the jangle of spontaneous teenage dance moves.

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