[0:00] (bright music) [0:07] - Hello, Bears. [0:08] We are excited to welcomeour incoming kindergartners [0:11] and, of course, our incomingkindergarten families. [0:14] If you wanna make sure you're on our list [0:17] of incoming kindergartners, [0:18] please contact our enrollment office [0:21] so we can get you added. [0:23] - Why do you want to be on the list? [0:25] Because soon, we will be sending [0:27] out kindergarten enrollment packets [0:28] that contain detailsabout our kindergarten [0:31] and elementary programs, [0:32] a list of experiences you can be doing now [0:34] to prepare for kindergarten, [0:36] and an online link toenroll in our district. [0:38] If you're ready to sign up to be a Bear, [0:41] feel free to go to our enrollment webpage [0:43] and get started today. [0:45] - Speaking of the website, [0:46] we hope you get online andcheck out what we're up to. [0:50] You can find fun studentand staff highlights [0:52] in our community e-newsletter, [0:54] see individual school happenings listed [0:57] on the specific buildingpages of the website, [1:00] or follow us on socialmedia for share outs. [1:03] Fun videos can also be enjoyed [1:05] on the district's YouTube channel. [1:07] - One of the things you'll see [1:09] when you check out thewebsite is a page dedicated [1:11] to the district's building projects [1:13] made possible by the community support [1:15] of the 2019 Building OurFuture Bond referendum. [1:18] The facilities, projects we've undertaken, [1:20] including those completed at each [1:22] of our nine elementary buildings, [1:24] allow us to serve ourstudents differently. [1:26] We are transforming ourstudents' environments [1:28] and helping them design their future [1:30] and create their success. [1:31] - Regardless of whichschool you call home, [1:34] you'll be in good hands, ormaybe I should say good paws. [1:38] Each school also hasunique characteristics, [1:41] including one that offersa school-wide advancement [1:44] via individual determination, [1:46] otherwise known as AVID, [1:48] and others with strong nature [1:50] in science, technology, engineering, [1:52] arts and mathematics components. [1:55] There's a strong commitment from all [1:56] of our elementary educatorsto align the curriculum [1:59] to state standards andto make it accessible [2:01] for all students to learn [2:03] and to implement the scienceof reading, or LETRS. [2:06] District-wide transportationis also available [2:09] for two unique programs. [2:11] International Baccalaureate,or IB programming, [2:14] is available at Matoska International, [2:16] and we're super excited for aSpanish Dual Immersion program [2:20] at both Matoska Internationaland Otter Lake Elementary. [2:24] So, no matter where you go,there's a strong commitment [2:27] from all of our elementary educators [2:29] to make rigorous curriculum accessible [2:31] for all of our students. [2:32] Your children learn andthrive here in White Bear. [2:35] - Our schools are supportedby engaged families [2:38] and our district is supportedby an engaged community. [2:41] Some of our innovative andaward-winning partnerships [2:44] include those with the WhiteBear Center for the Arts, [2:46] the White Bear Area, YMCA, [2:48] Tamarack and Wargo Nature Centers, [2:50] the University of Minnesota,Lakeshore Players, [2:53] and many others. [2:55] - Sounds like a fun place to be, right? [2:58] It is! [2:59] If you're ready to enroll in the district, [3:00] go to isd624.org/enroll to findthe online enrollment link, [3:05] or you can work with ourcentralized enrollment office [3:08] to request printedkindergarten enrollment forms. [3:10] Once you're enrolled,you'll receive your very own [3:13] I'm a Bear T-shirt in the mail. [3:16] - We look forward tohaving you join our schools [3:19] so you also can experiencestudent-centered instruction, [3:23] varied academic opportunities, [3:25] an environment that is safe,supportive, and challenging, [3:28] and educators who inspire, facilitate, [3:31] and challenge students, nurturingcuriosity and confidence. [3:35] - We are transforming learning, [3:37] and we can't wait for you [3:38] to start your school career as a Bear! [3:41] Until we see you in our buildings, [3:43] we have a fun assignment for you. [3:46] Learn the enthusiastic Go Bears cheer [3:49] that our students enjoy taking part in. [3:51] Try it with us on the count of three. [3:54] One, two, three! [3:57] - [Everyone] Go Bears! [3:59] (bright music continues)