Where is Bloomington public schools located?
1350 West 106th Street Bloomington, MN 55431 952-681-6400 Main navigation District Schools & Programs Community Education Languages Languages Why Choose BPS? Enroll Now
When is information updated in the campus portal?
Campus Portal is updated in real-time. You can see information as soon as it is posted by a teacher or staff member. Who should I contact if I have questions about grades, attendance, assignments, etc.? Please contact the teacher or school staff member responsible for the information.
What is the Buffalo public school system Parent Portal?
The Buffalo Public School System makes available a variety of technological resources to support learning and enhance instruction. The goal of the Parent Portal is to promote educational excellence and to enhance communications with parents. The Parent Portal allows parents to view their child’s school records anywhere, any time.
How do I check my academic progress in campus portal?
2. Click More at the bottom of the list on the left-hand side. 3. Under Quick Links, select Academic Progress . (Academic Progress will display in a new tab.) 4. Find Report Card or Progress Report and click on the quarter. How up to date is the information in Campus Portal?
BPS Login
The BPS Login page is where parents and guardians can go to create and manage their district account. The BPS Login account will give users access to the district's core tools, including Infinite Campus.
Canvas Parent
Canvas is the learning management tool used in grades 6-12. Teachers use Canvas to communicate with their students, and through their Canvas Parent accounts, parents can view student assignments and grades.
Internet Access
Internet access is not mandatory to use Chromebooks but more tools and resources for learning are available when students are able to connect to the Internet. Students and families who do not have internet access at home have a variety of options:
Grants for Internet Essentials
Bloomington Public Schools is partnering with Education Foundation of Bloomington to cover the monthly cost for internet access through Internet Essentials for eligible families. Families that qualify for free and reduced meal benefits will generally qualify for the grant. Learn more about Internet Essentials.
Student Device Agreement
Students and parents read and sign a student device agreement regarding their school issued student device. Click below to access the agreement and additional information.
Filtering Home Networks
Chromebooks will be filtered at home in the same way they are at school because of a device-based filter. Sites that are blocked at school will also be blocked on Chromebooks at home. All filters inherently have holes; the best filter is teaching students to be safe and smart online coupled with appropriate supervision by adults.
An Informed Decision
Decisions to close schools are determined only after the district Severe Weather Team has consulted various authorities, including meteorologists with Hennepin County Emergency Management and the National Weather Service, law enforcement and transportation agencies and neighboring school districts.
Student Absences
Student absences are excused at the discretion of the superintendent during extreme weather conditions only, and must be called in by a parent or legal guardian.
Late Starts
Due to the complexity of student transportation, the district does not practice two-hour late starts.
After-school and Evening Activities
Principals may decide to cancel after-school and/or evening activities on the basis of current or predicted weather conditions. These cancellations are communicated through the district and school websites and/or email. A decision to cancel an after-school program or activity must be made 30 minutes prior to dismissal.
Sign Up for Text Messages - Families
In addition to our regular communication channels, the district utilizes SMS or text notifications.
Sign Up for Text Messages - Staff
In addition to our regular communication channels, the district utilizes SMS or text notifications.
What is the purpose of the Parent Portal?
The goal of the Parent Portal is to promote educational excellence and to enhance communications with parents. The Parent Portal allows parents to view their child’s school records anywhere, any time.
Why is internet activity logged and monitored?
Internet activity is logged and monitored, in accordance with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for participation in the federal E- rate program, to help assure the safety and security of both students and staff. Scope.
What is sensitive information?
Sensitive information – Private information such as health, financial, student, and personnel data that is protected by law from public disclosure or unauthorized access, and other information for which protection is required based on confidentiality agreements, policies, or similar requirements.
Can you use the Parent Portal for illegal activities?
Users must not use the Parent Portal for any illegal activity, including violation of data privacy laws. Users will use copyrighted materials in accordance with the “fair use” doctrine (Title 17 USC § 107) and will not copy, distribute, or transmit a third party’s information in violation of copyright laws.
Does Buffalo Public School have a home computer?
The Buffalo Public Schools does not provide technical support for your home/work computer system. Sanction s. A violation of Buffalo Public School Parent Portal policy may lead to corrective action pursuant to the provisions of applicable law.
Can you be suspended from Buffalo Public School?
The Buffalo Public Schools is providing this access as a privilege, and the account may be suspended and/or terminated at any time without cause.
Is Parent Portal complete?
Parent Portal is not the complete or official record. Information on the portal may not be complete or correct at all times and is constantly being updated. For official student records contact your child’s teacher and/or school. Users are expected to: