🎉 Congratulations to Our Ada-Borup-West Teacher of the Year — Annie Goldader! 🎉
We are thrilled to recognize Annie Goldader as the Ada-Borup-West Teacher of the Year! Annie inspires our Middle School students every day through her passion for Reading and English, bringing literature to life and helping students grow as thinkers, writers, and communicators.
Congratulations, Mrs. Goldader! We are so lucky to have you! ❤️🖤📚
We are thrilled to recognize Annie Goldader as the Ada-Borup-West Teacher of the Year! Annie inspires our Middle School students every day through her passion for Reading and English, bringing literature to life and helping students grow as thinkers, writers, and communicators.
Congratulations, Mrs. Goldader! We are so lucky to have you! ❤️🖤📚
We’re Thankful at ABW Elementary!
Celebrating Our Custodial Team — The Heart of Our Safe, Clean, and Welcoming School ❤️🖤
Today we extend our deepest appreciation to our incredible Custodial Team — Brent Vanderplaats, Bonnie Vanderplaats, Jason Bitker, Curt Kemper, Dion Biggers, Brian Pelzman, Ethan Torgerson, and Doug Slininger (Grounds). Their hard work and pride in our school create the clean, safe, and welcoming environment our students and staff depend on every single day.
This team keeps our building running smoothly in ways many never see — ensuring classrooms shine, hallways stay safe, spills disappear like magic, and our grounds are maintained with care and attention. They show up early, stay late, and bring a dependable presence that strengthens our entire school community.
Their dedication allows students and staff to walk into a building that feels ready for learning, connection, and success each and every day.
Thank you to our entire Custodial Team for the essential work you do and the pride you bring to ABW Elementary. You help make our school a place we are proud to call home. ❤️🖤
Celebrating Our Custodial Team — The Heart of Our Safe, Clean, and Welcoming School ❤️🖤
Today we extend our deepest appreciation to our incredible Custodial Team — Brent Vanderplaats, Bonnie Vanderplaats, Jason Bitker, Curt Kemper, Dion Biggers, Brian Pelzman, Ethan Torgerson, and Doug Slininger (Grounds). Their hard work and pride in our school create the clean, safe, and welcoming environment our students and staff depend on every single day.
This team keeps our building running smoothly in ways many never see — ensuring classrooms shine, hallways stay safe, spills disappear like magic, and our grounds are maintained with care and attention. They show up early, stay late, and bring a dependable presence that strengthens our entire school community.
Their dedication allows students and staff to walk into a building that feels ready for learning, connection, and success each and every day.
Thank you to our entire Custodial Team for the essential work you do and the pride you bring to ABW Elementary. You help make our school a place we are proud to call home. ❤️🖤
We’re Thankful at ABW Elementary!
Celebrating Our 4th Grade Team ❤️🖤
Today we celebrate our incredible 4th Grade Team — Mrs. Farwell, Mrs. Kaste, and Ms. Kluck — three educators who bring passion, knowledge, and unwavering care to their students each day. Not only do they teach our learners about the literal heart through science, but they also nurture the figurative heart by building confidence, fostering kindness, and helping every student grow socially, emotionally, and academically.
Their dedication ensures that 4th graders thrive in all areas of learning. They design engaging lessons, support students through challenges, celebrate progress, and create classrooms where every child feels valued and capable. Because of them, our students strengthen both their academic skills and their heart health — inside and out.
Thank you, 4th Grade Team, for the countless ways you support, inspire, and uplift our students. Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom and makes ABW Elementary a better place every single day. ❤️🖤
Celebrating Our 4th Grade Team ❤️🖤
Today we celebrate our incredible 4th Grade Team — Mrs. Farwell, Mrs. Kaste, and Ms. Kluck — three educators who bring passion, knowledge, and unwavering care to their students each day. Not only do they teach our learners about the literal heart through science, but they also nurture the figurative heart by building confidence, fostering kindness, and helping every student grow socially, emotionally, and academically.
Their dedication ensures that 4th graders thrive in all areas of learning. They design engaging lessons, support students through challenges, celebrate progress, and create classrooms where every child feels valued and capable. Because of them, our students strengthen both their academic skills and their heart health — inside and out.
Thank you, 4th Grade Team, for the countless ways you support, inspire, and uplift our students. Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom and makes ABW Elementary a better place every single day. ❤️🖤
We’re Thankful at ABW Elementary!
Celebrating Our PAWgress Team — The Heart of Student Support ❤️🖤
Today we recognize and appreciate our incredible PAWgress Team — the staff who work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure every student gets exactly what they need to grow academically, socially, and behaviorally.
A HUGE thank you to:
Mr. Wahlin – Academic Interventionist
Mrs. Wagner – Title I Coordinator
Mrs. Erickson – Title I & Behavioral Support
Mrs. Johnson – School Social Worker
Mrs. Solseng – Intervention Support
Mrs. Larson-Reinhard – Intervention Support
Mrs. Omang – Intervention Support
Your dedication ensures that no child slips through the cracks. You build relationships, celebrate growth, and help students believe in themselves — and that impact is immeasurable.
Thank you, PAWgress Team, for everything you do for ABW Elementary. Your work changes lives every single day. ❤️🖤
Celebrating Our PAWgress Team — The Heart of Student Support ❤️🖤
Today we recognize and appreciate our incredible PAWgress Team — the staff who work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure every student gets exactly what they need to grow academically, socially, and behaviorally.
A HUGE thank you to:
Mr. Wahlin – Academic Interventionist
Mrs. Wagner – Title I Coordinator
Mrs. Erickson – Title I & Behavioral Support
Mrs. Johnson – School Social Worker
Mrs. Solseng – Intervention Support
Mrs. Larson-Reinhard – Intervention Support
Mrs. Omang – Intervention Support
Your dedication ensures that no child slips through the cracks. You build relationships, celebrate growth, and help students believe in themselves — and that impact is immeasurable.
Thank you, PAWgress Team, for everything you do for ABW Elementary. Your work changes lives every single day. ❤️🖤
We’re Thankful at ABW Elementary!
Thankful for Our Amazing 3rd Grade Team! ❤️🖤
Today we celebrate and appreciate our incredible 3rd grade teachers — Mrs. Anderson, Mrs. Flom, and Mrs. Zieske!
Our 3rd grade team plays such an important role in helping students make one of the biggest academic leaps of the elementary years. From mastering multiplication and division, to diving deeper into reading comprehension, to building strong writing and problem-solving skills — you guide students through essential Minnesota 3rd grade standards with skill, patience, and enthusiasm.
Thank you for the thoughtful instruction, structured routines, and warm classroom environments you create every day. Your teamwork, creativity, and commitment ensure our 3rd graders grow not only academically, but also as kind, capable, and confident learners.
We are grateful for everything you do for our students and our school community. ❤️🖤
Thankful for Our Amazing 3rd Grade Team! ❤️🖤
Today we celebrate and appreciate our incredible 3rd grade teachers — Mrs. Anderson, Mrs. Flom, and Mrs. Zieske!
Our 3rd grade team plays such an important role in helping students make one of the biggest academic leaps of the elementary years. From mastering multiplication and division, to diving deeper into reading comprehension, to building strong writing and problem-solving skills — you guide students through essential Minnesota 3rd grade standards with skill, patience, and enthusiasm.
Thank you for the thoughtful instruction, structured routines, and warm classroom environments you create every day. Your teamwork, creativity, and commitment ensure our 3rd graders grow not only academically, but also as kind, capable, and confident learners.
We are grateful for everything you do for our students and our school community. ❤️🖤
We’re Thankful at ABW Elementary!
Wednesday, Nov. 19th – Thankful for Our Incredible 2nd Grade Team! ❤️🖤
We are grateful for our outstanding 2nd grade team — Mr. Sterton, Mr. Tinjum, Mr. Oistad, and Mrs. Swenson!
Thank you for the strong leadership, steady guidance, and daily commitment you bring to your classrooms. You challenge students, support them with patience, and help them grow as confident learners and kind classmates. Your teamwork, consistency, and dedication make a powerful impact on our kids and our school.
We appreciate everything you do for our 2nd graders at ABW — your hard work truly makes a difference. ❤️🖤
Wednesday, Nov. 19th – Thankful for Our Incredible 2nd Grade Team! ❤️🖤
We are grateful for our outstanding 2nd grade team — Mr. Sterton, Mr. Tinjum, Mr. Oistad, and Mrs. Swenson!
Thank you for the strong leadership, steady guidance, and daily commitment you bring to your classrooms. You challenge students, support them with patience, and help them grow as confident learners and kind classmates. Your teamwork, consistency, and dedication make a powerful impact on our kids and our school.
We appreciate everything you do for our 2nd graders at ABW — your hard work truly makes a difference. ❤️🖤
We’re Thankful at ABW Elementary!
Thursday, November 20th– Thankful for Our Amazing Culinary Team! ❤️🖤
We are incredibly thankful for our outstanding culinary team — the talented crew who serves our students and staff delicious breakfasts and lunches every single day!
Thank you for the early mornings, hard work, and care you put into preparing meals that fuel our learners. Your dedication brings warmth, comfort, and joy to our school, and you make our cafeteria a welcoming place for everyone.
Today was especially memorable as you treated us to a traditional Thanksgiving meal — turkey, all the fixins, and all the heart. It was absolutely amazing, and our school community felt the love in every bite.
We are grateful for everything you do at ABW — your service, kindness, and commitment nourish us in more ways than one. ❤️🖤
Thursday, November 20th– Thankful for Our Amazing Culinary Team! ❤️🖤
We are incredibly thankful for our outstanding culinary team — the talented crew who serves our students and staff delicious breakfasts and lunches every single day!
Thank you for the early mornings, hard work, and care you put into preparing meals that fuel our learners. Your dedication brings warmth, comfort, and joy to our school, and you make our cafeteria a welcoming place for everyone.
Today was especially memorable as you treated us to a traditional Thanksgiving meal — turkey, all the fixins, and all the heart. It was absolutely amazing, and our school community felt the love in every bite.
We are grateful for everything you do at ABW — your service, kindness, and commitment nourish us in more ways than one. ❤️🖤
We’re Thankful at ABW Elementary!
Monday, Nov. 17th – Thankful for Our K–5 Special Education Team! ❤️🖤
We are incredibly thankful for our outstanding K–5 Special Education team — Angela Christianson, Terri Nelson, Lisa Thompson, Brittany Stoltman, and Carrie Rice!
Thank you for the care, expertise, and dedication you bring to our students each day. You support learners with patience, creativity, and compassion, meeting every child where they are and helping them grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Your advocacy, collaboration, and commitment make a profound difference for students, families, and staff across our school.
We are grateful for the heart you put into everything you do at ABWE— your work truly changes lives. ❤️🖤🐾
Monday, Nov. 17th – Thankful for Our K–5 Special Education Team! ❤️🖤
We are incredibly thankful for our outstanding K–5 Special Education team — Angela Christianson, Terri Nelson, Lisa Thompson, Brittany Stoltman, and Carrie Rice!
Thank you for the care, expertise, and dedication you bring to our students each day. You support learners with patience, creativity, and compassion, meeting every child where they are and helping them grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Your advocacy, collaboration, and commitment make a profound difference for students, families, and staff across our school.
We are grateful for the heart you put into everything you do at ABWE— your work truly changes lives. ❤️🖤🐾
We’re Thankful at ABW Elementary!
Tuesday, Nov. 18th – Thankful for Our Kindergarten Team! ❤️🖤
We’re so thankful for our wonderful Kindergarten teachers — Mrs. Tinjum and Mrs. Todd!
Thank you for guiding our some of our youngest learners with endless patience, joy, and enthusiasm. You build strong foundations in reading, math, and social skills while making each day full of curiosity, confidence, and fun. From morning greetings to end-of-day celebrations, you help our Kindergarteners grow in all the best ways.
Thank you for your warmth, dedication, and the incredible heart you bring to ABWE every single day! ❤️🖤🐾
In reading, our 4th graders have been learning what it means to have a great heart—both figuratively and literally. To put those great hearts into action, we are launching a service project.
What:
We are collecting money to purchase ingredients for meal kits that will be donated to our local food shelf.
When:
Next week, November 17th–21st, 4th grade students will be reaching out to friends and neighbors for donations.
What to do with the money:
Donations can be given directly to any 4th grade student or a 4th grade teacher.
Here is a short commercial with more information:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BN3liw7M1c
What:
We are collecting money to purchase ingredients for meal kits that will be donated to our local food shelf.
When:
Next week, November 17th–21st, 4th grade students will be reaching out to friends and neighbors for donations.
What to do with the money:
Donations can be given directly to any 4th grade student or a 4th grade teacher.
Here is a short commercial with more information:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BN3liw7M1c
We’re Thankful at ABW Elementary!
Monday, Nov. 10th – Thankful for Our PreK Team! 🧸🐾
We’re so thankful for our amazing PreK team — Ms. Christine, Ms. Jess N., Ms. Jill, Ms. Tristen, Ms. Kim, Ms. Caitlyn, Ms. Kilee, Ms. Carol, Ms. Carla, Ms. Jess A., Ms. Jess M., and Ms. Victoria!
You care for our littlest Cougars with so much patience, love, and energy. From teaching routines and early learning skills to helping with big feelings and celebrating small wins, you give our kids the very best start to their school journey. Thank you for all the smiles, hugs, and heart you bring to ABW every single day! 💛🐾
Monday, Nov. 10th – Thankful for Our PreK Team! 🧸🐾
We’re so thankful for our amazing PreK team — Ms. Christine, Ms. Jess N., Ms. Jill, Ms. Tristen, Ms. Kim, Ms. Caitlyn, Ms. Kilee, Ms. Carol, Ms. Carla, Ms. Jess A., Ms. Jess M., and Ms. Victoria!
You care for our littlest Cougars with so much patience, love, and energy. From teaching routines and early learning skills to helping with big feelings and celebrating small wins, you give our kids the very best start to their school journey. Thank you for all the smiles, hugs, and heart you bring to ABW every single day! 💛🐾
We’re Thankful at ABW Elementary!
Wednesday, Nov. 5th – Thankful for Our First Grade Team!
We’re so thankful for our amazing first grade teachers, Mrs. Vesledahl and Mrs. Smart! You bring curiosity, confidence, and joy to learning every single day — making reading and math fun, building strong foundations, and helping our students believe in themselves. Thank you for the love, patience, and creativity you bring to your classrooms! 📚✨🐾❤️
We’re Thankful at ABW Elementary!
Thursday, Nov. 6th – Thankful for Our Music Department! 🎶
We’re so thankful for our talented and dedicated music teachers — Mr. Tuttle, Mrs. Kemper, and Mrs. Blotsky! You fill our halls with music, rhythm, and joy every day. Thank you for inspiring our students to sing, perform, and express themselves through music — you truly make our school shine! 🎵❤️🐾
We’re Thankful at ABW Elementary!
November is a time to reflect on all the people and things that make our school community so special. Each school day this month, we’ll be sharing something (or someone!) we’re thankful for at ABW Elementary. From our amazing staff and students to our families and facilities — there’s so much to celebrate!
💬 Follow along each day as we share our gratitude for the people and places that make ABW such a great place to learn and grow.
#ABWThankful #CougarPride #WeAreThankful #ABWFamily
Monday, Nov. 3rd – Thankful for Merilee!
From phone calls to ice packs, notes, and smiles — Merilee keeps everything running smoothly! Thank you for all you do to support students, staff, and families. 💖
November is a time to reflect on all the people and things that make our school community so special. Each school day this month, we’ll be sharing something (or someone!) we’re thankful for at ABW Elementary. From our amazing staff and students to our families and facilities — there’s so much to celebrate!
💬 Follow along each day as we share our gratitude for the people and places that make ABW such a great place to learn and grow.
#ABWThankful #CougarPride #WeAreThankful #ABWFamily
Monday, Nov. 3rd – Thankful for Merilee!
From phone calls to ice packs, notes, and smiles — Merilee keeps everything running smoothly! Thank you for all you do to support students, staff, and families. 💖
📢 Reminder, Cougar Families!
Today, Friday, October 31st, is an early dismissal day at Ada-Borup-West. 🕧
Students and buses will be released at 12:30 PM.
Please make sure after-school plans are in place for your child.
Have a safe and fun Halloween! 🎃👻
Today, Friday, October 31st, is an early dismissal day at Ada-Borup-West. 🕧
Students and buses will be released at 12:30 PM.
Please make sure after-school plans are in place for your child.
Have a safe and fun Halloween! 🎃👻
🌟 Bettcha Didn’t Know About ABWE! 🌟
Did you know that every day our amazing 5th graders lead the morning announcements at Ada-Borup-West Elementary? 🎤
They recite the Pledge of Allegiance, share our weekly SEL message, announce the daily lunch menu, bring us some fun weekly trivia, and celebrate our Cougar Pride winners! 🐾
We love seeing our 5th graders take on leadership roles and start our mornings on such a positive note — so cool! 😃❤️
Did you know that every day our amazing 5th graders lead the morning announcements at Ada-Borup-West Elementary? 🎤
They recite the Pledge of Allegiance, share our weekly SEL message, announce the daily lunch menu, bring us some fun weekly trivia, and celebrate our Cougar Pride winners! 🐾
We love seeing our 5th graders take on leadership roles and start our mornings on such a positive note — so cool! 😃❤️
🏃♂️ Runtober Fun Run! 🏃♀️
Our Runtober event, led by Mr. Hennen, wrapped up this past Monday with a Fun Run for our elementary students! 🌧️☀️ No matter rain or shine, these kids had a great time getting out and running together.
A big thank you to Mr. Hennen and the Cross Country students for putting on such a fun event and inspiring our young Cougars to get excited about running! 🐾❤️
Our Runtober event, led by Mr. Hennen, wrapped up this past Monday with a Fun Run for our elementary students! 🌧️☀️ No matter rain or shine, these kids had a great time getting out and running together.
A big thank you to Mr. Hennen and the Cross Country students for putting on such a fun event and inspiring our young Cougars to get excited about running! 🐾❤️
🚨 Notice to the Public 🚨
On Thursday, October 16, 2025, Law Enforcement and First Responders will be conducting a hostile event training at Ada-Borup-West School.
During this time, you may see numerous emergency vehicles and personnel in the area. Please avoid the school grounds until the training is complete.
Thank you for your understanding and support as our emergency teams work to keep our community safe and prepared.
— SRO A. Saric
On Thursday, October 16, 2025, Law Enforcement and First Responders will be conducting a hostile event training at Ada-Borup-West School.
During this time, you may see numerous emergency vehicles and personnel in the area. Please avoid the school grounds until the training is complete.
Thank you for your understanding and support as our emergency teams work to keep our community safe and prepared.
— SRO A. Saric
ABW Reminder for Families
We will have an early dismissal tomorrow, Wednesday, October 15th.
🕧 Students and buses will dismiss at 12:30 PM.
🚫 No Cougar Pack after school that day.
Also, there will be no school on Thursday, October 16th, or Friday, October 17th for MEA Break.
Enjoy the long weekend, Cougars! 🐾
We will have an early dismissal tomorrow, Wednesday, October 15th.
🕧 Students and buses will dismiss at 12:30 PM.
🚫 No Cougar Pack after school that day.
Also, there will be no school on Thursday, October 16th, or Friday, October 17th for MEA Break.
Enjoy the long weekend, Cougars! 🐾
📸🐾 Today we came together for our all-school photo at Ada-Borup-West Elementary! Moments like this remind us how lucky we are to be part of such a supportive, spirited, and caring school community. ❤️🖤
✨ “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” – Helen Keller ✨
We are proud to be ABWE Cougars—stronger together! 💪🐾
#CougarPride #ABWEFamily #WeAreABWE
✨ “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” – Helen Keller ✨
We are proud to be ABWE Cougars—stronger together! 💪🐾
#CougarPride #ABWEFamily #WeAreABWE
