📚 BOLD Summer School is coming up! If your student needs to recover a credit or stay on track for graduation, this is a great opportunity.
📅 May 26 – July 16
⏰ Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📍 BOLD High School
🎓 Grades 7–12 | Up to 1.5 credits
Watch for your notification letter in the mail. Questions? Reach out to Melissa Hoffman Bodin at melissa.bodin@bold.k12.mn.us or (320) 523-1031 ext. 3103.
#BOLDWarriors #SummerSchool #CreditRecovery
📅 May 26 – July 16
⏰ Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📍 BOLD High School
🎓 Grades 7–12 | Up to 1.5 credits
Watch for your notification letter in the mail. Questions? Reach out to Melissa Hoffman Bodin at melissa.bodin@bold.k12.mn.us or (320) 523-1031 ext. 3103.
#BOLDWarriors #SummerSchool #CreditRecovery
🎭 Come support our talented students at the BOLD BLHS Spring Play!
Join us for an evening of entertainment, hard work, and creativity brought to life on stage. Our students have put in countless hours to make this production something special, and they’d love to see a great crowd there cheering them on!
Bring your friends and family and enjoy a fun night out—you won’t want to miss it! 🌟
Join us for an evening of entertainment, hard work, and creativity brought to life on stage. Our students have put in countless hours to make this production something special, and they’d love to see a great crowd there cheering them on!
Bring your friends and family and enjoy a fun night out—you won’t want to miss it! 🌟
The NHS sponsored Blood Drive will be in the SMALL GYM tomorrow, Monday, April 27th. Please enter the parking lot off of 7th Street and drive through the parking lot traveling south like you are going to the football field. A few spots will be saved for donors next to the building by the Southeast entrance near the District Office and AD trailers.
Prom Grand March is tonight at 5:00 PM. This is a special event, and we hope to see you there! If you can't be there in person, we will be livestreaming this event on the BOLD 2534 Facebook page. This is our previous page, and it currently works best for livestreaming events. We'll be live a few minutes before the event begins. Fingers crossed that the rain holds off for the march.
A reminder:
To help things run smoothly, we ask that community members please do not park in the main parking lot during the event. This space will be reserved for prom attendees, as well as for the fire department to pull their vehicles after the drive-up.
We appreciate your cooperation in helping us keep everything safe and organized. Thank you for supporting our students and making this a great event!
A reminder:
To help things run smoothly, we ask that community members please do not park in the main parking lot during the event. This space will be reserved for prom attendees, as well as for the fire department to pull their vehicles after the drive-up.
We appreciate your cooperation in helping us keep everything safe and organized. Thank you for supporting our students and making this a great event!
Greetings BOLD Community,
Here is your weekly construction update:
Area E (New Entrance)
Building final inspection approved for this area
Electrical final inspection approved for this area
Casework installed - counter tops on delay, to be installed 4/30
Ceiling tiles all being installed
Glass storefront from corridor to receptionist to be installed next week (temp)
Flooring finished tomorrow
Final paint fixes Monday
Sprinkler final test / filling system Monday
Sit / stand desk 4/30
Area D (NW Corner)
Footings and foundations continue, will continue for next week
Back fill / prep for masonry works continuously next three weeks
Structural steel start 5/7
Summer Slam 2026
Band room is demo’d!
AHU work starting by stage and pool; choir will start the 5th
Continue work in upper science rooms
When main office mores start work in old office area
Bird Island
Demo continues
The building flooded Monday when the demo crew hit a sprinkler line that was not capped off. Thanks to the heroic efforts of said demo crew and several BOLD staff members, we got the water dried up relatively quickly. However, water did get on the gym floor in the big gym. Service Pro has been out there all week making sure that the gym floor gets completely dry, underneath as well. On Monday, FLR (the flooring company) will be out there to determine if any damage was done to the floor. Nexus has taken full responsibility for this accident. I will give another update on this at the school board meeting Monday.
Take care everyone,
Tim
Here is your weekly construction update:
Area E (New Entrance)
Building final inspection approved for this area
Electrical final inspection approved for this area
Casework installed - counter tops on delay, to be installed 4/30
Ceiling tiles all being installed
Glass storefront from corridor to receptionist to be installed next week (temp)
Flooring finished tomorrow
Final paint fixes Monday
Sprinkler final test / filling system Monday
Sit / stand desk 4/30
Area D (NW Corner)
Footings and foundations continue, will continue for next week
Back fill / prep for masonry works continuously next three weeks
Structural steel start 5/7
Summer Slam 2026
Band room is demo’d!
AHU work starting by stage and pool; choir will start the 5th
Continue work in upper science rooms
When main office mores start work in old office area
Bird Island
Demo continues
The building flooded Monday when the demo crew hit a sprinkler line that was not capped off. Thanks to the heroic efforts of said demo crew and several BOLD staff members, we got the water dried up relatively quickly. However, water did get on the gym floor in the big gym. Service Pro has been out there all week making sure that the gym floor gets completely dry, underneath as well. On Monday, FLR (the flooring company) will be out there to determine if any damage was done to the floor. Nexus has taken full responsibility for this accident. I will give another update on this at the school board meeting Monday.
Take care everyone,
Tim
Prom Grand March is coming up! 🎉
Join us on April 25 at 5:00 PM for this special event—we hope to see you there!
To help things run smoothly, we ask that community members please do not park in the main parking lot during the event. This space will be reserved for prom attendees, as well as for the fire department to pull their vehicles after the drive-up.
We appreciate your cooperation in helping us keep everything safe and organized. Thank you for supporting our students and making this a great event!
Join us on April 25 at 5:00 PM for this special event—we hope to see you there!
To help things run smoothly, we ask that community members please do not park in the main parking lot during the event. This space will be reserved for prom attendees, as well as for the fire department to pull their vehicles after the drive-up.
We appreciate your cooperation in helping us keep everything safe and organized. Thank you for supporting our students and making this a great event!
Blood Shortage announced by the American Red Cross!!!! We have a lot of spots left to fill before our next NHS sponsored Blood Drive this coming Monday, April 27, 2026. Please sign up to donate if you are willing and able. Donors will receive a $15 e-gift card through email.
Blood Donor Sign-Up: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/donation-time?zipSponsor=BOLDHS&driveType=all
Rapid Pass for Donors: https://www.redcrossblood.org/donate-blood/manage-my-donations/rapidpass.html
Blood Donor Sign-Up: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/donation-time?zipSponsor=BOLDHS&driveType=all
Rapid Pass for Donors: https://www.redcrossblood.org/donate-blood/manage-my-donations/rapidpass.html
Our BOLD students had an incredible showing at the Culinary Skills Challenge at SMSU!
The BBQ team delivered an outstanding performance, scoring 144 out of 150 points, while our culinary team brought home multiple first-place finishes—including an Asian-themed cooking competition. Students also showcased their creativity in events like cupcake decorating and hands-on cooking challenges.
Beyond the competition, students took part in engaging sessions, learning new skills like making bacon breakfast sandwiches and exploring the culinary field.
To top it all off, several BOLD students earned first place honors and were awarded $2,000 scholarships to SMSU.
We are proud of the hard work, talent, and dedication these students demonstrated!
The BBQ team delivered an outstanding performance, scoring 144 out of 150 points, while our culinary team brought home multiple first-place finishes—including an Asian-themed cooking competition. Students also showcased their creativity in events like cupcake decorating and hands-on cooking challenges.
Beyond the competition, students took part in engaging sessions, learning new skills like making bacon breakfast sandwiches and exploring the culinary field.
To top it all off, several BOLD students earned first place honors and were awarded $2,000 scholarships to SMSU.
We are proud of the hard work, talent, and dedication these students demonstrated!
🌍 Happy Earth Day! 🌎
Mrs. Lankenau's class started their day by doing their part in keeping our Earth clean!
Mrs. Lankenau's class started their day by doing their part in keeping our Earth clean!
Here is what is coming up over the horizon:
Area E (New Entrance)
Finishes happening now- painting, flooring
Ceiling grid and board tiles installed
Casework install 4/22
Doors and hardware started
Cleaners 4/20
Final inspections planned for the week of the 20th. Once signed off, they can move in
Area D (NW Corner)
Footings and foundations continue, will continue for the next two weeks
Backfill / prep for masonry works continuously for the next three weeks
Structural steel starts 4/27
Summer Slam 2026
Start on the north side of the building, week of 4/20, this will bring the piping up to the science room
Band room cleaned out by 4/20
AHU work starting by stage and pool; choir will start when heating is turned off
Continue work in upper science rooms
When main office moves, start work in old office area
Bird Island
Demo continues
Area E (New Entrance)
Finishes happening now- painting, flooring
Ceiling grid and board tiles installed
Casework install 4/22
Doors and hardware started
Cleaners 4/20
Final inspections planned for the week of the 20th. Once signed off, they can move in
Area D (NW Corner)
Footings and foundations continue, will continue for the next two weeks
Backfill / prep for masonry works continuously for the next three weeks
Structural steel starts 4/27
Summer Slam 2026
Start on the north side of the building, week of 4/20, this will bring the piping up to the science room
Band room cleaned out by 4/20
AHU work starting by stage and pool; choir will start when heating is turned off
Continue work in upper science rooms
When main office moves, start work in old office area
Bird Island
Demo continues
It is so fun to see the new main entrance taking shape! Today's progress is exciting!
BOLD is Hiring
BOLD 8th-grade student Neil Kadlec was the winner of the Southwest West Central Cooperative and Southwest Minnesota State University’s 22nd Annual Creating Spaces Writing Contest! The awards ceremony was held on April 12, 2026, at Southwest Minnesota State University in Marshall.
Neil got the idea for his story last summer and said he originally wrote the story for fun. When he found out about the contest, he decided to enter his story. Neil was notified by mail that he was a finalist and found out he was the winner at the awards ceremony. Neil took home the first-place honors for the 8th-grade fiction category.
Neil, BOLD School staff are so proud of you! Congratulations! You are a fabulous representative of our district. Keep writing!
Neil got the idea for his story last summer and said he originally wrote the story for fun. When he found out about the contest, he decided to enter his story. Neil was notified by mail that he was a finalist and found out he was the winner at the awards ceremony. Neil took home the first-place honors for the 8th-grade fiction category.
Neil, BOLD School staff are so proud of you! Congratulations! You are a fabulous representative of our district. Keep writing!
BOLD Is Hiring an ECSE Teacher.
BOLD is Hiring
On April 9, the BOLD Senior High Band had Dr. John Ginocchio(Director of Bands at SMSU) come out and evaluate the band on their performance of two selections. This took the place of the Large Group Contest at Lakeview HS that was cancelled due to winter weather. Following their performance, Dr. Ginocchio took some time to work with them on some things that we could improve on. The band earned a Superior rating for their outstanding work! Way to go Band!
Greetings BOLD Community,
Thank you FFA for the fabulous pancake breakfast this morning. It was great to see parents and community members show up for that.
Now that the last gasp of snow has passed, we can turn our attention to spring sports. We have Track and Field, Softball, and Baseball all happening today after school. Go Warriors!
Time for the Weekly Construction Update:
Area E (New Entrance)
Hallway from HS to media center open next week
Finishes happening now
Ceiling start 4/13
Above ceiling work as areas complete (i.e. lighting, sprinkler)
Casework install 4/13
Doors and hardware start 4/14
Office furniture 4/15
Cleaners 4/20
Final inspections planned for the week of the 20th, once signed off they can move in
Area D
Footings and foundations continue, will continue for next three weeks
Back fill / prep for masonry works continuously next three weeks
Structural steel start 4/27
Summer Slam 2026
Start north side of the building week of 4/20, this will bring piping up to science room
Band room cleaned out by 4/20
AHU work starting by stage and pool; choir will start when heating is turned
Continue work in upper science rooms
When main office mores start work in old office area
Bird Island
Demo continues
Air balance being completed
We are having inspectors from IEA out next week to look at some Elementary Classrooms and check behind the walls to make sure there is no mold growth due to all the steam leaks in the pipes last winter. We are hoping they do not find anything, but we want to make sure; and if they do find something that is potentially dangerous to the air quality, we will do whatever it takes to get it cleaned up to ensure the safety of our students and staff.
Have a groovy weekend.
Tim
Thank you FFA for the fabulous pancake breakfast this morning. It was great to see parents and community members show up for that.
Now that the last gasp of snow has passed, we can turn our attention to spring sports. We have Track and Field, Softball, and Baseball all happening today after school. Go Warriors!
Time for the Weekly Construction Update:
Area E (New Entrance)
Hallway from HS to media center open next week
Finishes happening now
Ceiling start 4/13
Above ceiling work as areas complete (i.e. lighting, sprinkler)
Casework install 4/13
Doors and hardware start 4/14
Office furniture 4/15
Cleaners 4/20
Final inspections planned for the week of the 20th, once signed off they can move in
Area D
Footings and foundations continue, will continue for next three weeks
Back fill / prep for masonry works continuously next three weeks
Structural steel start 4/27
Summer Slam 2026
Start north side of the building week of 4/20, this will bring piping up to science room
Band room cleaned out by 4/20
AHU work starting by stage and pool; choir will start when heating is turned
Continue work in upper science rooms
When main office mores start work in old office area
Bird Island
Demo continues
Air balance being completed
We are having inspectors from IEA out next week to look at some Elementary Classrooms and check behind the walls to make sure there is no mold growth due to all the steam leaks in the pipes last winter. We are hoping they do not find anything, but we want to make sure; and if they do find something that is potentially dangerous to the air quality, we will do whatever it takes to get it cleaned up to ensure the safety of our students and staff.
Have a groovy weekend.
Tim
🌟Spotlight Tuesday🌟
Thank you Jess and Josette for being the support that our staff and students need!
Thank you Jess and Josette for being the support that our staff and students need!
Greetings BOLD Community,
I hope students enjoyed a little more pajama time yesterday. I know that e learning days can be really hard on parents, especially parents with small children, which is why I called it early. As many know, I have 5 year old twins, and finding out the day before a closing is invaluable to us. Unfortunately, that can be a gamble, especially on the prairie, but my intention was to err on the side of safety and give families time to make necessary adjustments.
In other news, we have a major renovation still raging on, and here is the Weekly Construction Update:
Area E (New Entrance)
Working on mudding drywall until the end of this week
Painting Monday the 6th
Flooring Monday the 6th,
Will have the hallway open for high schoolers on the 13th for them to walk from HS hallway to the Main Office area.
Glass storefront and receptionist doors are being installed on the 6th.
Ceiling starting the 8th
Furniture, case work, doors / hardware will be installed on the 13th
Area D (NW Corner)
Structural issues have been resolved; working on a plan to be updated. They should be completed by April 6, end of day, then send contractors for change order pricing.
With the structural issues resolved, we can put in footings and foundation. They started on Monday, and have already completed one area.
They are going to be working on the south side, where it meets up with the current cafeteria; then we will be heading north along the west side.
You will see CMU (concrete masonry units) wall going up starting the 13th. We will have double crew; it should go up pretty fast.
Have a great spring break, albeit a short one!
Tim
I hope students enjoyed a little more pajama time yesterday. I know that e learning days can be really hard on parents, especially parents with small children, which is why I called it early. As many know, I have 5 year old twins, and finding out the day before a closing is invaluable to us. Unfortunately, that can be a gamble, especially on the prairie, but my intention was to err on the side of safety and give families time to make necessary adjustments.
In other news, we have a major renovation still raging on, and here is the Weekly Construction Update:
Area E (New Entrance)
Working on mudding drywall until the end of this week
Painting Monday the 6th
Flooring Monday the 6th,
Will have the hallway open for high schoolers on the 13th for them to walk from HS hallway to the Main Office area.
Glass storefront and receptionist doors are being installed on the 6th.
Ceiling starting the 8th
Furniture, case work, doors / hardware will be installed on the 13th
Area D (NW Corner)
Structural issues have been resolved; working on a plan to be updated. They should be completed by April 6, end of day, then send contractors for change order pricing.
With the structural issues resolved, we can put in footings and foundation. They started on Monday, and have already completed one area.
They are going to be working on the south side, where it meets up with the current cafeteria; then we will be heading north along the west side.
You will see CMU (concrete masonry units) wall going up starting the 13th. We will have double crew; it should go up pretty fast.
Have a great spring break, albeit a short one!
Tim
The BOLD 5th and 6th graders worked on an Engineering Challenge, presented by sciencebuddies.org, which was to design and build a ball run for a ping pong ball using nothing but paper and tape. The goal was to make the slowest ball run possible, using up to 30 sheets of paper and 1 roll of masking or clear tape. The ball run needed to be at least 10 inches high with an exit at least 1 inch off the ground/table. You can check out the runs our students created and vote for your favorite at the following website. The team with the most votes in each region will earn $1,000 for their school. Voting ends on April 7, 2026.
https://www.sciencebuddies.org/engineering-challenge/2026/showcase
You will need to log in/join with a free account to be able to see and vote for one. If you enter the school as BOLD -Bird Island Elementary and USA as the country it will bring you to our teams' ball runs, but you can look at all of the entries around the world as well. Student faces are blurred for safety reasons, but if you know the students you can ask them which one is theirs. I hope you enjoy their finished projects. It was very fun to watch them work as teams to create them. - Sarah Iverson (K-6 STEAM teacher)
https://www.sciencebuddies.org/engineering-challenge/2026/showcase
Science Buddies Engineering Challenge Showcase
https://www.sciencebuddies.org/engineering-challenge/2026/showcase
You will need to log in/join with a free account to be able to see and vote for one. If you enter the school as BOLD -Bird Island Elementary and USA as the country it will bring you to our teams' ball runs, but you can look at all of the entries around the world as well. Student faces are blurred for safety reasons, but if you know the students you can ask them which one is theirs. I hope you enjoy their finished projects. It was very fun to watch them work as teams to create them. - Sarah Iverson (K-6 STEAM teacher)
https://www.sciencebuddies.org/engineering-challenge/2026/showcase
Science Buddies Engineering Challenge Showcase