[0:00] (upbeat music) [0:09] - [Student] The elementaryschool years in our district [0:12] are the time to learn whatbeing a Bear is all about. [0:15] This is where the funall day learning begins, [0:17] and the opportunities never end. [0:19] Students can challengethemselves with lessons [0:22] and learn from excellent teachers. [0:24] Wait, did I forget to mention? [0:26] We can learn from excellent teachers. [0:29] For Bears, kindergartenmeans inspiring students. [0:32] Teachers make sure each childunderstands they're valuable, [0:35] unique, and capable oflearning and achieving. [0:38] You name it, we've got it. [0:42] All students are encouragedto think critically [0:44] and appreciate diversity anddevelop positive attitudes. [0:48] We partner with many organizations [0:50] to give students thebest experiences around. [0:53] District-wide Elementary programs [0:55] also offer families unique opportunities. [0:58] International Baccalaureate programming [1:00] is available at Matoska International. [1:03] And an Elementary SpanishDual Immersion program [1:06] is available at Matoska International [1:08] and Otter Lake Elementary. [1:10] The district provides transportation [1:13] from any point in the district [1:14] for resident students enrolledin these two programs. [1:18] Each elementary school has theirown unique characteristics, [1:21] but at all elementary schools, [1:23] you will find strong natureand science, technology, [1:27] engineering, mathematics opportunities. [1:30] Gifted and talented opportunities [1:31] are available at all schools too. [1:33] The elementary years of ourstudents' educational journeys [1:37] are all about building memories, [1:39] discovering passions, andshaping who they want to become. [1:42] Every day is a step toward their future, [1:44] a future that students get to design [1:46] during their time at WhiteBear Lake Area schools [1:49] as they create their success. [1:51] If this is just the beginning, [1:52] think of all the exciting experiences [1:54] students have to look forward to [1:56] as they continue on their years as a Bear. [1:59] In middle school, [1:59] students can choose froma variety of classes. [2:06] In high school, students can enjoy [2:08] more than 50 college credit classes, [2:10] career pathways opportunities, [2:12] and participate in activities [2:14] where they can earn state andnational level recognition. [2:17] Being an elementary schoolstudent in White Bear [2:20] means shaping your future [2:21] and making a lastingimpact on the community [2:24] one paw at a time. Go Bears! [2:26] (bright music)