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School Information

Poplar Bridge Contact Information

Main Office Open,  from 8 - 4 p.m.952-681-5400jhayle@isd271.org
Attendance952-681-5402pbattendance@isd271.org
Health Office952-681-5408ehickson@isd271.org
Fax952-681-5401 
Roberto Cantu, Principal952-681-5450rcantu@isd271.org
Julia Hayle, Secretary952-681-5403jhayle@isd271.org
Kristie Christiansen, Kids’ SAFARI952-681-5407kchristiansen@isd271.org
Renee Piersa, PTA President poplarbridgeptsa@gmail.com
Julia Hayle, Web Editor952-681-5403jhayle@isd271.org
Matt Dymoke, School Board Ambassador952-797-2154mdymoke@isd271.org
Mary Goetz, LGSW, contract, Washburn Center Therapist mary.goetz@washburn.org


Harassment and Violence Reporting Form
Bloomington Public Schools maintains a firm policy prohibiting all forms of harassment and violence. Use this form to report issues relating to harassment and violence.

Crisis Lifeline
If you or someone you know, is in a mental health crisis or at risk of suicide, call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org/chat. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988 Lifeline) is free and confidential and available 24/7.

Building Security

In order to ensure the safety of all Poplar Bridge students and staff, anyone entering the building must report to the office to sign in. Visitors must wear a visitor badge while on school premises. The main entrance (north door) is the only door open during the school day.

Our Programs

Computer Science Immersion programs in BPS provide a deeper dive into computer science. The computer science Immersion program provides opportunities for students to learn computer science in the context of other subject areas, exemplifying computer science’s vast impact on all disciplines.

Computer Science Education

Our teachers integrate elements of science, technology, engineering, art, and math across the curriculum. In addition we host two STEAM Activity Days each year to offer special opportunities to students. We value our partnerships with Richardson Nature Center, Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge, and Science From Scientists.

All grade 5 students have the opportunity to participate in band and orchestra. 

Band and Orchestra Website

Before and After School Programs

The focus of this program is to provide on-site child care and enrichment opportunities for students, before and after school hours. Students build friendships, independence, and confidence through a variety of activities. The staff facilitates a warm and secure environment for students. Kids’ SAFARI is a fee-based program that is open from 6:30 - 8:30 a.m. and 3 - 6 p.m.

Kids' SAFARI