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Childcare Programs with Enrichment Opportunities!
Providing child friendly experiences that support growth and development.
Little Learners Preschool, Outdoors!
We leverage our outdoor spaces to promote social connection through nature-based play!
Youth Development, Youth Service
Learn more about YDYS and how High School Students are making a different for local organizations.
Youth Programs to Strengthen Mind and Body!
Opportunities to be active year round!
What We Do
Big Lake Community Education
Big Lake Community Education is dedicated to building a strong community by offering lifelong learning experiences through cultural, educational and recreational opportunities. We believe in strong partnerships—and we know that we all do better together!
District News & Events
![Collage of 2026 Track and Field State Participants]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780509863/biglakeschoolsorg/tukrvr0yvoj1785gwj0s/Collageof2026TrackandFieldStateParticipants.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780509863/biglakeschoolsorg/tukrvr0yvoj1785gwj0s/Collageof2026TrackandFieldStateParticipants.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780509863/biglakeschoolsorg/tukrvr0yvoj1785gwj0s/Collageof2026TrackandFieldStateParticipants.png","width":800}])
![Common Sense School Emblem next to Liberty Elementary Logo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780506038/biglakeschoolsorg/g0i5fr3ke6lhol3drjzf/CommonSenseSchoolLibertyThumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780506038/biglakeschoolsorg/g0i5fr3ke6lhol3drjzf/CommonSenseSchoolLibertyThumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780506038/biglakeschoolsorg/g0i5fr3ke6lhol3drjzf/CommonSenseSchoolLibertyThumbnail.png","width":800}])
The Big Lake Difference
From academic, enrichment and recreation opportunities to supporting communitywide events (and everything in between), Big Lake Community Education is making a difference for students and residents of all ages. Explore what makes us unique!
![three students profile view]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1704751406/biglakeschoolsorg/sxb74dcvacyyaagtpyye/what-we-do-callout.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1704751406/biglakeschoolsorg/sxb74dcvacyyaagtpyye/what-we-do-callout.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1704751406/biglakeschoolsorg/sxb74dcvacyyaagtpyye/what-we-do-callout.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1704751406/biglakeschoolsorg/sxb74dcvacyyaagtpyye/what-we-do-callout.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1704751406/biglakeschoolsorg/sxb74dcvacyyaagtpyye/what-we-do-callout.jpg","width":1500}])
We're committed to building a strong community by offering lifelong learning experiences that enrich lives.
![students with emergency responder at ecfe in the park event]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1704751559/biglakeschoolsorg/yu9fmodtmnf7zw3dj1oy/ECFEinthePark.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1704751559/biglakeschoolsorg/yu9fmodtmnf7zw3dj1oy/ECFEinthePark.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1704751559/biglakeschoolsorg/yu9fmodtmnf7zw3dj1oy/ECFEinthePark.jpg","width":768}])
Our city park system provides a stunning backdrop for this innovative, communitywide program.
![adult and four students having fun at summer kickoff event]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1704655274/biglakeschoolsorg/oavh4xbjl2vrar8dq0jg/big-lake-summer-kickoff-callout.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1704655274/biglakeschoolsorg/oavh4xbjl2vrar8dq0jg/big-lake-summer-kickoff-callout.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1704655274/biglakeschoolsorg/oavh4xbjl2vrar8dq0jg/big-lake-summer-kickoff-callout.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1704655274/biglakeschoolsorg/oavh4xbjl2vrar8dq0jg/big-lake-summer-kickoff-callout.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1704655274/biglakeschoolsorg/oavh4xbjl2vrar8dq0jg/big-lake-summer-kickoff-callout.jpg","width":1600}])
Food, friends and fun: When the weather warms up, our Summer Kickoff Event always delivers.
![student going down playground slide]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1705028473/biglakeschoolsorg/qavlexenh0lgfmdj4opz/bee-adventurous.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1705028473/biglakeschoolsorg/qavlexenh0lgfmdj4opz/bee-adventurous.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1705028473/biglakeschoolsorg/qavlexenh0lgfmdj4opz/bee-adventurous.jpg","width":680}])
Bee Adventurous camps are full of learning and fun. There's something for every child to enjoy this summer!
![student smiling during outdoor preschool]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1704767624/biglakeschoolsorg/wnq0oheplw6gfwvgn0yw/outdoorpreschool.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1704767624/biglakeschoolsorg/wnq0oheplw6gfwvgn0yw/outdoorpreschool.png","width":433}])
Little Learners Outdoors incorporates an enriching curriculum and nature-based learning that's fun for all.
![two students filling bags for ydys event]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1704767296/biglakeschoolsorg/rwapbwtyyx8px6y2yix6/ydys-callout.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1704767296/biglakeschoolsorg/rwapbwtyyx8px6y2yix6/ydys-callout.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1704767296/biglakeschoolsorg/rwapbwtyyx8px6y2yix6/ydys-callout.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1704767296/biglakeschoolsorg/rwapbwtyyx8px6y2yix6/ydys-callout.jpg","width":1200}])
We're invested in helping students grow as leaders via development- and service-focused programming.
![cast and crew of Willy Wonka onstage]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1704821933/biglakeschoolsorg/ksornrmf2ewvjmf7yaij/school-musical-callout.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1704821933/biglakeschoolsorg/ksornrmf2ewvjmf7yaij/school-musical-callout.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1704821933/biglakeschoolsorg/ksornrmf2ewvjmf7yaij/school-musical-callout.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1704821933/biglakeschoolsorg/ksornrmf2ewvjmf7yaij/school-musical-callout.jpg","width":908}])
We support students' dreams with confidence-building experiences onstage and behind the scenes.
![staff members and buzz at community fair]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1704767777/biglakeschoolsorg/ajgvcoglqm4emnvdoa1r/community-fair-callout.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1704767777/biglakeschoolsorg/ajgvcoglqm4emnvdoa1r/community-fair-callout.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1704767777/biglakeschoolsorg/ajgvcoglqm4emnvdoa1r/community-fair-callout.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1704767777/biglakeschoolsorg/ajgvcoglqm4emnvdoa1r/community-fair-callout.jpg","width":1008}])
The Big Lake Community Fair brings folks together for a day of food, fun and community pride.
![family at parent advisory council sponsored event]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1704767934/biglakeschoolsorg/mz1diynyfxuqyc8lts50/parent-advisory-council-callout.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1704767934/biglakeschoolsorg/mz1diynyfxuqyc8lts50/parent-advisory-council-callout.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1704767934/biglakeschoolsorg/mz1diynyfxuqyc8lts50/parent-advisory-council-callout.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1704767934/biglakeschoolsorg/mz1diynyfxuqyc8lts50/parent-advisory-council-callout.jpg","width":1024}])
Joining an advisory council is a great way to get involved with the district. New voices are always welcomed!