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Independence Elementary STEM had the privilege of hosting veterans and their families to honor them during a special ceremony on Nov. 12.
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Jen Fingarson, of Big Lake High School, honored by the Minnesota School Counselors’ Association for her outstanding excellence in public education.
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Big Lake Cross Country celebrates an 8th-place State finish, while leader Jack Leuer honored as Athlete of the Month.
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Kristine Lindgren, Scott Pierce, Kim Pietrzak, and Lowell Streit were recognized for their outstanding contributions to Big Lake Schools.
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The renewal will extend funding for learning technology for a 10-year term.
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