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Bloomington Public Schools, ISD #271, of Bloomington, Minnesota. We help students thrive and dreams come alive!

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We’re excited to share our new district video. In BPS, students discover the power of knowledge and the boundless potential within. This is where their future takes shape. Where they are empowered to Dream, Believe and Achieve. WATCH: youtube.com/watch?v=JmP4NTbF…

We Are Bloomington Public Schools

In Bloomington Public Schools, learning is more than what happens i...

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Congratulations to the six students who received diplomas at the Project SEARCH Completion Ceremony this month. This Bloomington Transition Center special education program helps young people learn employment skills by working as interns at the Embassy Suites Airport.
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We’re hiring! Join our dynamic team of professionals dedicated to helping all students achieve their greatest potential. We have immediate openings in areas including summer food services, and custodial and maintenance. Visit: bit.ly/BPS-job-openings
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Bloomington Stadium will open to the public for a final time on Wednesday, June 24, from 6-8 p.m. Visitors are welcome to enter the stadium to gather, take photos and reminisce on the many memories made and victories won at the decades-old field. More: bit.ly/bps-stadium
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👟 Multiple Bloomington high school track and field athletes made their mark on this season, including the state’s newest shot put champion who broke a nearly 50-year-old school record, and a sprinter who broke a school record… three times! Read more at bit.ly/bps-track-state26
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Ready. Set. Summer! That’s the energy Bloomington Community Education staff embodied at a Summer Kickoff event this morning. They talked about CE’s history, customer service, being there for students, and played fun team-building games.
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Director of Community Education Darrell Young speaking to his staff at a Summer Kickoff event

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Community Education staff rush to sit in chairs in a friendly game of Musical Chairs at a Summer Kickoff event

ALT Community Education staff rush to sit in chairs in a friendly game of Musical Chairs at a Summer Kickoff event

Community Education staff play a game where they must move an Oreo cookie from their forehead into their mouth without using their hands

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Congratulations to the Jefferson High School girls softball team on winning their first-ever state championship. Photo Credit: MSHSL
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Let the summer fun begin! Shout out to the high school students and staff who are launching our Camp SAFARI and Summit SAFARI childcare programs this week. This morning our team had training to ensure they’re ready to provide an engaging, safe and unforgettable experience.
Eight high school students holding up Kids' SAFARI staff T-shirts at a training event for the summer program.

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A high school student holding up a Kids' SAFARI staff T-shirt at a training event for the summer program.

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High school students and staff in a middle school auditorium for training about summer programs.

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High school students and staff in a middle school auditorium for training about summer programs.

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Congratulations to the Kennedy High School Class of 2026! 🎓 Tonight our seniors crossed the stage at US Bank Stadium to receive their diplomas. This is the moment that embodies this year’s theme of Milestones, Momentum, Meaning. We are incredibly proud of every graduate.
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Our Bloomington Career and College Academy is preparing future first responders to answer the call during an emergency through the Emergency Medical Services pathway. Learn more about our pathways at bit.ly/bps-bcca 🎥 Video by student intern Nathalie De Leon Ventura
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The summer issue of School Pages is here. 📬 In the final issue of the school year we explore a few of the many partnerships we are proud to have that tie us so closely to the community we serve. Thanks for reading this year. Read the full issue: bit.ly/school-pages-summer26
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We’re kicking off graduation week by congratulating the young adults who completed Bloomington Transition Center programs. Last week 28 students received their diplomas at the BTC completion ceremony. BTC provides special education services for students aged 18-22.
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adult student receives diploma at Bloomington Transition Center completion ceremony

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🎓 Celebrate the Kennedy and Jefferson High School class of 2026. BEC-TV is live-streaming the ceremonies at U.S. Bank Stadium on Friday, June 5, with Kennedy’s at 2 p.m. and Jefferson’s at 6:30 p.m. on bectv.org/live/
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Today was the last day of school for seniors. 🎉 Yesterday we set up an open mic opportunity for seniors to share what they’ll miss most about school. We’ll certainly miss the Class of 2026 and can’t wait to celebrate as they graduate next week! 🎓 WATCH: youtube.com/shorts/-0nMINEuf…

Seniors: What Will You Miss Most About School?

May 28, 2026 was the last day of school for seniors. 🎉The day befo...

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📝 College entrance exam season can be nerve-wracking for students. Our staff are here to support high schoolers and make sure they have what they need to be prepared. Hear one Jefferson junior’s experience this spring when she was feeling anxious about the ACT.
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Congratulations to the South Suburban Flyers adapted softball team, who won their first-ever MSHSL state championship earlier this month. Read more: bit.ly/flyers-softball-state… Photo credit: MSHSL
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Congratulations to seniors Alexander Krotz (JHS) and Jamie Keenan (KHS) for being recipients of a prestigious National Merit Scholarship. The program awards outstanding students based on their skills, accomplishments and potential for success in college. bit.ly/bps-merit26
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Superintendent Dr. Eric Melbye is hosting his final Mornings with Melbye coffee chat of the school year next week. It's an opportunity to talk about issues affecting our schools and community. Wednesday, May 27 at the McDonald’s at 9529 Lyndale Ave. S at 9 a.m.
Visual information for Mornings with Melbye Event with text that reads: "Mornings with Melbye. Enjoy coffee with the superintendent. May 27 from 9 to 9:30 a.m. at McDonald's 9529 Lyndale Ave. S in Bloomington, MN.

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Helping hands: Kennedy High School’s courtyard has been transformed into a beautiful outdoor space, thanks to the work of dozens of volunteers who planted about 2,000 new plants over the weekend.
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Friday was a great day for landscaping. Students from Oak Grove Middle School’s Young Men’s Leadership group pulled weeds and laid down new mulch to spruce up the garden outside the school’s main entrance. The group takes on a project to improve the school grounds every spring.
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middle school students laying new mulch in the garden outside Oak Grove Middle School

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middle school students laying new mulch in the garden outside Oak Grove Middle School

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In the final Melbye Monthly of the school year, Dr. Melbye highlights the many reasons he’s proud to lead Bloomington Public Schools, including shoutouts to unique and meaningful staff and student accomplishments. WATCH: youtube.com/watch?v=61YXLNVp…

Melbye Monthly - May 2026

In the May edition of Melbye Monthly, Superintendent Dr. Eric Melby...

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