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Michelle Pjeka, left, holds her Melvin Jones Fellowship Award while standing with two fellow Lions Club members in front of a Lions Club banner.

August 28, 2026

Michelle Pjeka Honored with Melvin Jones Fellowship Award

Congratulations to District Student Information Systems Administrator Michelle Pjeka, who was one of three Lions Club members honored with the prestigious Melvin Jones Fellowship Award.

August 21, 2026

Superintendent Chip Rankin Selected for Minnesota National Guard Leadership

The Brainerd Public Schools Board of Education is proud to congratulate Superintendent Chip Rankin on his selection as the Minnesota National Guard's Assistant Adjutant General – Army.

xterior of the Washington Educational Services Building at 804 Oak Street, featuring a blue Brainerd Public Schools sign, landscaped grounds, trees, and the building visible in the background.

August 11, 2026

Brainerd School District Commissions Outside Review of Bullying Policies

Independent review to examine District bullying policies and practices; investigator to reach out to families who reported concerns and to the recently affected families.

August 10, 2026