Bloomington Public Schools

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=JmP4NT…

Congratulations to Jefferson girls hockey assistant coach Sierra Johnson who was named Section 6AA Assistant Coach of the Year. Read more: bit.ly/jhs-hockey-sie… @Jaggirlshockey

☕Coffee with the superintendent. ☕ Come to next week's Mornings with Melbye event and have a conversation with Dr. Melbye about issues affecting our schools and community. Wed., March 25 at McDonald's on 4000 W Old Shakopee Rd. at 9 a.m. More info: bit.ly/bps-mornings

❄️☀️ While students have been off for a couple days already, today is the official start of spring break in BPS. How will you be enjoying the … snow? We wish everyone a safe and relaxing week. We’re looking forward to welcoming students back on March 23.

In the March Melbye Monthly, Dr. Melbye highlights our homegrown future educators who are pursuing an education degree through the district’s Grow Your Own program. WATCH: youtube.com/watch?v=Q9JThs…

Congratulations to Jefferson’s Avery Rich and Kennedy’s Allison Sheehan who are this year’s Athena Award winners. The awards are presented to outstanding female senior athletes from high schools across the metro area. Read more about each of them at bit.ly/bps-athena26

After leading the Jefferson @JagHockey boys hockey team to a standout 17-6-3 season, head coach Matt Elsen was named the Section 2AA Head Coach of the Year by the Minnesota Hockey Coaches Association. Read more: bit.ly/jhs-hockey-coa…

Congratulations to Jefferson sophomore Evie Clarke, who once again placed in the top half of the field in her second consecutive trip to the girls state Alpine ski meet in February.

It’s National School Breakfast week, celebrating the important role a nutritious breakfast can play in helping students start their day ready to learn, grow and succeed. Thanks to our food services staff for helping students stay sharp and focused during the school day.

🏒🏆 Congrats to the South Suburban Jets adapted floor hockey team for winning the CI state championship last weekend! It’s the team’s first adapted hockey state title since 1995. Read more and watch the Jets’ winning game at bit.ly/bps-jets-state

Mark your calendars for our Early Childhood Expo on Saturday, April 11, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Bloomington Civic Plaza. Read more at bit.ly/ec-expo26

Congratulations to our three Bloomington skiers who competed at the state Nordic ski meet in February, including senior Avery Rich. She placed second, the best state finish for Jefferson Girls Nordic since 1987. Read more at bit.ly/nordic-state26

Our elementary schools had so much fun during I Love to Read Month, from pop-up book shops with free books for students to storytimes and other fun activities. This month reminds us that great stories don't just fill pages, they create meaningful moments in our schools.

As we round out Career and Technical Education Month, check out one of our most popular pathways, Automotive Technician. Bloomington Career and College Academy allows students to explore career paths and earn college credit while in high school. bit.ly/bps-bcca

Congrats to Kennedy junior Stephany Diaz Jimenez for being a top finisher in the statewide BestPrep Student Spotlight competition. She submitted a drawing depicting what financial freedom means to her, which placed in the top 20 our of nearly 300 entires. bit.ly/bps-bestprep

We’re celebrating Public Schools Week - an opportunity to acknowledge the shared commitment to ensure every child has the chance to learn, grow, and succeed.

Congratulations to @JFKEagles Kennedy tech ed teacher Ricardo Rivera for advancing as one of 30 semifinalists for Minnesota Teacher of the Year! He teaches auto mechanics, woodworking, manufacturing, robotics - just to name a few. WATCH: youtu.be/P_dnViA4G0g

Excited to share all seven BPS students who were semifinalists in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship program have advanced to finalist status, placing them among the top high school scholars in the country. Scholarships are awarded in the spring. Story: bit.ly/bps-merit-fina…

☕Coffee with the superintendent. ☕ Come to next week's Mornings with Melbye event and have a conversation with Dr. Melbye about issues affecting our schools and community. Wednesday, Feb. 25 at West Side Perk at 9 a.m. Future dates and locations: bit.ly/bps-mornings

🚌 Today is MN School Bus Driver Appreciation day! We're grateful for our bus drivers and aides who safely get students to and from school every day. Because they are often the first and last staff students see each day, drivers & aides can make a big impact on a student’s day.

Jefferson and Kennedy students earned 41 honors in the 2026 Minnesota Scholastic Art Awards competition. To view the artwork, go to bit.ly/bps-scholastic…