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At Mariner Middle School, we proudly serve approximately 950 students in grades 6-8, providing a warm and welcoming environment where everyone feels like part of the family. Our comprehensive curriculum features rigorous subjects such as visual arts, world languages, band, choir, and orchestra, alongside family and consumer science, as well as manufacturing and engineering courses.
At Mariner, we cherish our diversity, which is an integral part of our identity and fosters a rich, inclusive community. We create a nurturing atmosphere that is respectful and fun, where each student's unique strengths and abilities—both in and out of the classroom—are valued and celebrated. We wholeheartedly embrace the growth and evolving identities of our students, striving to nurture quality, caring individuals who become lifelong learners.
Our commitment to the success of every student is at the heart of everything we do. We look forward to supporting your child on their journey through middle school and beyond!
School/District News
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Schools throughout the district are performing on the theatrical stage this spring. Join us for a show!
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The Feb. 25 Coffee with Dr. K event will take place from noon to 1 p.m. at White Bear Lake Area High School. Find important check-in details in this News post.
![Black History Month Events: Feb. 18 - White Bear Lake Black Student Union Presents “Black History Month Showcase: African Americans & The Arts” at the WBLAHS Performing Arts Center. Free admission. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Show starts at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 26 - Mariner Middle School students present “Mariner Black History Showcase” from 5-7 p.m. at the Mariner Middle School Theater. Free admission.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770662992/whitebeark12mnus/yuflqeqawiuq5yokifod/2026BlackHistoryMonthEventFlyers.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770662992/whitebeark12mnus/yuflqeqawiuq5yokifod/2026BlackHistoryMonthEventFlyers.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770662992/whitebeark12mnus/yuflqeqawiuq5yokifod/2026BlackHistoryMonthEventFlyers.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1770662992/whitebeark12mnus/yuflqeqawiuq5yokifod/2026BlackHistoryMonthEventFlyers.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1770662992/whitebeark12mnus/yuflqeqawiuq5yokifod/2026BlackHistoryMonthEventFlyers.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770662992/whitebeark12mnus/yuflqeqawiuq5yokifod/2026BlackHistoryMonthEventFlyers.png","width":2152}])
Join students and families for the upcoming Black History Month events:
- Feb. 18 - “Black History Month Showcase: African Americans & The Arts” at WBLAHS
- Feb. 26 - “Mariner Black History Showcase” at Mariner Middle School
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White Bear Lake Area High School is currently accepting nominations for Fall 2026 inductees to the Alumni Wall of Fame. The nomination window will close May 15, 2026.
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A Building Our Future Update 2024 video was recently created and shared out on the district's website. This sixth annual update video provides an overview of progress that has been made across the district since the comprehensive facilities review and planning work began in 2018 and the community supported the Building Our Future Bond Referendum in 2019.
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The WBLAHS Field House walking track is now open for the season! Community members can walk the indoor track (for free) from 6-9 p.m. each week Monday-Thursday.
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Senior community members (age 65+) who live in the District are invited to participate in the Senior Activities Pass program.
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Mariner Middle School staff, students and families gathered together to celebrate the school being named a Minnesota School of Excellence. The ceremony was highlighted in a recent video issue of the district's The Week in 62.4 Seconds.
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Several students from Mariner Middle School also took center stage for the first annual Talent Show! Classmates and families packed the theater cheering on each act who also performed in front of judges.
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White Bear grad Will Bush was able to pull off the surprise of a lifetime to one of his younger brothers Charlie. Will is in the Army and stationed at Fort Carson in Colorado but was assigned to serve at a base in Texas for the past year.
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The high school’s fall musical, “Cinderella,” recently heard word that they received multiple accolades through the Hennepin Arts Spotlight Awards program. As part of that recognition, the cast and members of the crew and pit orchestra will have the opportunity to perform on the State Theatre stage in June.
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Otter Lake Elementary Principal Ang Nelson was recently honored with the East Suburban Division Leadership Award by Minnesota Elementary School Principals’ Association.
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Bear Boards and More is now taking orders! The student-operated business based at the Transition Education Center, specializes in customized cutting boards and tumblers.
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At the November 10, 2025 Regular School Board Meeting, the White Bear Lake Area School Board approved the following calendars:
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If winter weather is so severe that schools need to close, families will be alerted via phone, email and text to those with texting capabilities. The message will be posted on the district's website and social media accounts, and the information will also be available on local media outlets.
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