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Educating the Whole Child. Encouraging Excellence.
Providing exceptional opportunities in every classroom. Excellence is our tradition.
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About Us
Big Woods Elementary School serves students in grades 1-4 in St. Michael with a team of dedicated teachers, excellent and modern elementary programming, and a focus on supporting students as individuals. We are focused on building relationships in meaningful ways with our staff, students, families, and community to provide the support and encouragement needed for all students to succeed. Our students don’t just learn grade level standards and achieve goals, they learn how to be lifelong learners in a tradition of excellence!
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about May Character Strong Focus: Creativity
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The STMA Special Education Advisory Council Noble Knight Award celebrates staff who are leading special education inclusivity for students with different abilities and learning differences.
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The Challenge:
Read 1,000 or more minutes this summer!
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