Please join us in welcoming Bonnie to the Pine Island School District!
We’re thrilled to have you join our school community and look forward to all you’ll bring to our students, staff, and schools. We’re excited to have you as part of the Panther family and wish you a wonderful year ahead!
We’re thrilled to have you join our school community and look forward to all you’ll bring to our students, staff, and schools. We’re excited to have you as part of the Panther family and wish you a wonderful year ahead!
Please join us in welcoming Allison to the Pine Island School District!
We’re thrilled to have you join our school community and look forward to all you’ll bring to our students, staff, and schools. We’re excited to have you as part of the Panther family and wish you a wonderful year ahead!
We’re thrilled to have you join our school community and look forward to all you’ll bring to our students, staff, and schools. We’re excited to have you as part of the Panther family and wish you a wonderful year ahead!
We're Hiring!
JOB TITLE: Food Service Worker
DEPARTMENT: Pine Island School Food Service
SUPERVISOR: Food Service Director
START DATE: 2026-27 School Year
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
JOB SUMMARY:
The Food Service Worker is responsible for dishwashing and assisting in the preparation and serving of all menu items. Additional responsibilities include, cleaning, ensuring safe food handling procedures and ensuring foods are stored, labeled, and rotated properly in accordance with state/federal food code. All staff are expected to perform related work as assigned by their supervisor.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Program Accountability: Monitors all food served meet current nutritional standards and meal pattern requirements, including children with special diets. Aids and recommends menus that encourage customer consumption and satisfaction. Establishes a leadership role in providing training in, cooking principles and excellent customer service.
Sanitation Safety and Security: Assists the kitchen(s) to protect the health and well-being of the school’s children, staff, and community through high levels of sanitation standards. Responds to a food hold and recall in an expedient, effective, and efficient manner. Takes an active role in food safety, including proper receiving, handling, storing and preparation of all food coming into the kitchen.
Food Production: Applies management principles to establishing and maintaining high standards of control for quality food production and distribution. May at times assist in providing training to all staff to ensure quality food production. Ensures credibility through daily monitoring of food production procedures.
Service: Provides and maintains excellent quality in the presentation and service of food. Ensures all program services and meals will be served in pleasant facilities and by courteous staff.
Other: Performs and manages job-related proficiency with the highest ethical integrity. Performs and manages with a commitment to promote a quality SNP that meets the nutritional needs of the customers served. Performs overall nature that is committed to the goals and visions of the school district. Performs appropriate communication skills with all customers served. Provides support to all food and nutrition staff, to ensure all customers are served. Other duties as assigned.
The tasks listed in this job description are for the purpose of identifying the appropriate State Job Match for this job class and are not intended to be a comprehensive list of all responsibilities and tasks which may be assigned to this position.
COMPENSATION: Hourly rate range is $15.22-$18.22 depending on experience. District contribution to medical, PTO, life insurance, and state retirement. Voluntary: vision, dental, 403b
Apply online at www.pineisland.k12.mn.us
JOB TITLE: Food Service Worker
DEPARTMENT: Pine Island School Food Service
SUPERVISOR: Food Service Director
START DATE: 2026-27 School Year
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
JOB SUMMARY:
The Food Service Worker is responsible for dishwashing and assisting in the preparation and serving of all menu items. Additional responsibilities include, cleaning, ensuring safe food handling procedures and ensuring foods are stored, labeled, and rotated properly in accordance with state/federal food code. All staff are expected to perform related work as assigned by their supervisor.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Program Accountability: Monitors all food served meet current nutritional standards and meal pattern requirements, including children with special diets. Aids and recommends menus that encourage customer consumption and satisfaction. Establishes a leadership role in providing training in, cooking principles and excellent customer service.
Sanitation Safety and Security: Assists the kitchen(s) to protect the health and well-being of the school’s children, staff, and community through high levels of sanitation standards. Responds to a food hold and recall in an expedient, effective, and efficient manner. Takes an active role in food safety, including proper receiving, handling, storing and preparation of all food coming into the kitchen.
Food Production: Applies management principles to establishing and maintaining high standards of control for quality food production and distribution. May at times assist in providing training to all staff to ensure quality food production. Ensures credibility through daily monitoring of food production procedures.
Service: Provides and maintains excellent quality in the presentation and service of food. Ensures all program services and meals will be served in pleasant facilities and by courteous staff.
Other: Performs and manages job-related proficiency with the highest ethical integrity. Performs and manages with a commitment to promote a quality SNP that meets the nutritional needs of the customers served. Performs overall nature that is committed to the goals and visions of the school district. Performs appropriate communication skills with all customers served. Provides support to all food and nutrition staff, to ensure all customers are served. Other duties as assigned.
The tasks listed in this job description are for the purpose of identifying the appropriate State Job Match for this job class and are not intended to be a comprehensive list of all responsibilities and tasks which may be assigned to this position.
COMPENSATION: Hourly rate range is $15.22-$18.22 depending on experience. District contribution to medical, PTO, life insurance, and state retirement. Voluntary: vision, dental, 403b
Apply online at www.pineisland.k12.mn.us
Student Council is in need of 9 convertibles for the Homecoming parade. If you have a convertible and are willing to donate, please email gracia.pike@pi255.org or parker.noll@pi255.org by October 1st! We appreciate your help! Thank you and have a great rest of your summer!
Please join us in welcoming Abbie to the Pine Island School District!
We’re thrilled to have you join our school community and look forward to all you’ll bring to our students, staff, and schools. We’re excited to have you as part of the Panther family and wish you a wonderful year ahead!
We’re thrilled to have you join our school community and look forward to all you’ll bring to our students, staff, and schools. We’re excited to have you as part of the Panther family and wish you a wonderful year ahead!
Please join us in welcoming Kelly to the Pine Island School District!
We’re thrilled to have you join our school community and look forward to all you’ll bring to our students, staff, and schools. We’re excited to have you as part of the Panther family and wish you a wonderful year ahead!
We’re thrilled to have you join our school community and look forward to all you’ll bring to our students, staff, and schools. We’re excited to have you as part of the Panther family and wish you a wonderful year ahead!
📢 SNEAK PEEK!
‼️Check out our NEW Community Ed catalog! 📚✨ The fall catalog will be arriving in mailboxes in just a few weeks—stay tuned! Many opportunities for all! In the meantime, browse our online catalog: https://canva.link/9ka3079nkmt9ffz
‼️Browse and register on the NEW online Community Ed registration platform, Arux, today! https://pineisland.arux.app/
Questions? Email communityed@pineisland.k12.mn.us
‼️Check out our NEW Community Ed catalog! 📚✨ The fall catalog will be arriving in mailboxes in just a few weeks—stay tuned! Many opportunities for all! In the meantime, browse our online catalog: https://canva.link/9ka3079nkmt9ffz
‼️Browse and register on the NEW online Community Ed registration platform, Arux, today! https://pineisland.arux.app/
Questions? Email communityed@pineisland.k12.mn.us
We’re excited to kick off New Staff Orientation and welcome our amazing new teachers, paraprofessionals, and support staff to our school family!
We’re so fortunate to have passionate, caring, and dedicated people joining our team. Your energy, talents, and commitment will make a positive difference in the lives of our students and our entire school community.
Here’s to new beginnings, new friendships, lots of learning, and an incredible year ahead!
Welcome to the team—GO PANTHERS!
We’re so fortunate to have passionate, caring, and dedicated people joining our team. Your energy, talents, and commitment will make a positive difference in the lives of our students and our entire school community.
Here’s to new beginnings, new friendships, lots of learning, and an incredible year ahead!
Welcome to the team—GO PANTHERS!
This fall, Minnesota voters will have the opportunity to vote on a constitutional amendment related to the Permanent School Fund, a resource that has supported public education in Minnesota for more than 165 years.
The proposed amendment would modernize how distributions from the fund are calculated, helping schools benefit from the fund’s long-term growth while not increasing existing taxes or costing Minnesotans more money.
Learn more and find factual information about the amendment at minnesotapsfamendment.org.
#PermanentSchoolFund #MNPublicSchools #MNConstitutionalAmendment
The proposed amendment would modernize how distributions from the fund are calculated, helping schools benefit from the fund’s long-term growth while not increasing existing taxes or costing Minnesotans more money.
Learn more and find factual information about the amendment at minnesotapsfamendment.org.
#PermanentSchoolFund #MNPublicSchools #MNConstitutionalAmendment
Parents, please check your email for important information and instructions on how to set up your Infinite Campus Parent Portal account.
If you experience any issues or do not receive the email, please contact helpdesk@pineisland.k12.mn.us. Be sure to include your name and primary phone number so we can assist you.
If you experience any issues or do not receive the email, please contact helpdesk@pineisland.k12.mn.us. Be sure to include your name and primary phone number so we can assist you.
Important Update - PAC Meeting time Change
Due to primary elections tomorrow, our Fall sports PAC meetings need to be bumped back. State law mandates that no school events can take place from 6:00-8:00 pm. Here is the new schedule.
8:00 pm: Mass PAC meeting in the Auditorium
8:30 pm: Individual sport PAC meetings
Due to primary elections tomorrow, our Fall sports PAC meetings need to be bumped back. State law mandates that no school events can take place from 6:00-8:00 pm. Here is the new schedule.
8:00 pm: Mass PAC meeting in the Auditorium
8:30 pm: Individual sport PAC meetings
We're Hiring!
Job Posting: Special Education Paraprofessional/Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
Location: Pine Island 5-12 Building
Job Type: Full-time (1.0 FTE)
Position Title: Special Education Paraprofessional/Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
Start Date: Aug 18, 2026
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Pine Island School District is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional/Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to support students with disabilities requiring specialized health-related and instructional assistance. This position is ideal for a professional who excels in direct student care, values collaboration with educators and nurses, and is committed to supporting student safety, independence, and overall well-being.
Why Join Pine Island School District?
Supportive, Student-Centered Environment – Join a collaborative special education team focused on high-quality services and strong communication across all settings.
Meaningful Work – Support students with diverse medical and educational needs, making a tangible impact every day.
Competitive Compensation & Benefits – Includes health and dental coverage, paid time off, retirement benefits, and professional development opportunities.
Professional Growth – Access to ongoing training in health procedures, special education supports, and crisis response.
Qualifications:
Required:
Current PCA certification (or ability to obtain certification upon hire)
High school diploma, Associates degree or higher (preferred)
Previous school experience (preferred)
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive Salary & Benefits: Salary range: $18.59/hour - $28.09/hour, with salary, district health and dental plans per the ESP contract.
Equity Statement:
Pine Island School District is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment for all students, staff, and families. We value collaboration, respect, and high expectations and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
Questions?
For inquiries about this position, please contact:
Kelly Heaser; HR specialist
kelly.heaser@pineisland.k12.mn.us
We invite you to apply and make a difference in the lives of our youngest learners! Apply online at www.pineisland.k12.mn.us
Job Posting: Special Education Paraprofessional/Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
Location: Pine Island 5-12 Building
Job Type: Full-time (1.0 FTE)
Position Title: Special Education Paraprofessional/Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
Start Date: Aug 18, 2026
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Pine Island School District is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional/Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to support students with disabilities requiring specialized health-related and instructional assistance. This position is ideal for a professional who excels in direct student care, values collaboration with educators and nurses, and is committed to supporting student safety, independence, and overall well-being.
Why Join Pine Island School District?
Supportive, Student-Centered Environment – Join a collaborative special education team focused on high-quality services and strong communication across all settings.
Meaningful Work – Support students with diverse medical and educational needs, making a tangible impact every day.
Competitive Compensation & Benefits – Includes health and dental coverage, paid time off, retirement benefits, and professional development opportunities.
Professional Growth – Access to ongoing training in health procedures, special education supports, and crisis response.
Qualifications:
Required:
Current PCA certification (or ability to obtain certification upon hire)
High school diploma, Associates degree or higher (preferred)
Previous school experience (preferred)
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive Salary & Benefits: Salary range: $18.59/hour - $28.09/hour, with salary, district health and dental plans per the ESP contract.
Equity Statement:
Pine Island School District is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment for all students, staff, and families. We value collaboration, respect, and high expectations and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
Questions?
For inquiries about this position, please contact:
Kelly Heaser; HR specialist
kelly.heaser@pineisland.k12.mn.us
We invite you to apply and make a difference in the lives of our youngest learners! Apply online at www.pineisland.k12.mn.us
Dear Pine Island Families,
We wanted to share a quick update on our transition to our new student information system, Infinite Campus.
The transition is taking a little longer than expected, and we appreciate your patience as we work to make sure everything is ready for families. We are hopeful the system will be up and running within the next week or two.
Once Infinite Campus is live, we'll email all families with instructions on how to access the Parent Portal. Through the Parent Portal, you'll be able to:
View your student's homeroom teacher or schedule
Pay student fees
Access important student and school information
While you wait, you can find several back-to-school resources on our district website, including:
School supply lists
2026–2027 school calendar
Thank you for your patience and understanding during this transition. We know you're excited to get ready for the new school year, and we'll send another email as soon as the Parent Portal is available.
Have a great rest of your summer, and we'll be in touch soon!
Sincerely,
Pine Island Schools
We wanted to share a quick update on our transition to our new student information system, Infinite Campus.
The transition is taking a little longer than expected, and we appreciate your patience as we work to make sure everything is ready for families. We are hopeful the system will be up and running within the next week or two.
Once Infinite Campus is live, we'll email all families with instructions on how to access the Parent Portal. Through the Parent Portal, you'll be able to:
View your student's homeroom teacher or schedule
Pay student fees
Access important student and school information
While you wait, you can find several back-to-school resources on our district website, including:
School supply lists
2026–2027 school calendar
Thank you for your patience and understanding during this transition. We know you're excited to get ready for the new school year, and we'll send another email as soon as the Parent Portal is available.
Have a great rest of your summer, and we'll be in touch soon!
Sincerely,
Pine Island Schools
🏐 Panther Paw Fundraiser is Back! 🏐
Show your Panther pride and support the Pine Island High School Girls Volleyball Team!
Our annual Driveway Panther Paw Fundraiser is back for another summer—one of our biggest and most successful fundraisers each year. Our athletes will be painting paws during the week of August 10. All orders must be placed via Panther Paw Form before August 7th.
✔️ Order a new Panther paw
✔️ Schedule a touch-up for your existing paw
✔️ Discounts available for multiple paws
✔️ Can't order a paw? Donations are always appreciated!
We will be serving:
📍 Zumbrota
📍 Pine Island
📍 Oronoco
Live outside these areas? We'd still love to hear from you! Reach out to discuss options or ask questions at panthers.pivb@gmail.com.
Thank you for supporting our athletes—we can't wait to help you show your Panther pride!
As we are gearing up for the new school year don't forget to fill out the form for educational benefits!
Qualifying for Educational Benefits means families could receive low-cost health insurance, EBT benefits, and discounts on school activity fees, BYOD devices, internet services, local memberships, Internet, phone, and more!
In addition, if approved the school district receives additional funding for a variety of programs. State, Federal and Title I funding for school resources like books, computers, classroom equipment.
Please consider applying or reapplying for the Educational Benefits Program (Free/Reduced Application) Applications must be completed on a yearly basis and do not transfer from one year to the next.
Click the link below to access the application and apply!
Please return the application to:
Pine Island Schools #255 Attn: Jana Eggert PO Box 398 Pine Island, MN 55963 or by email to jana.eggert@pineisland.k12.mn.us or in person to the district office.
Application for Educational Benefits | ISD 255 - Pine Island (A paper copy is available in all school offices or online under Food & Nutrition)
Please Note: If you plan to use Educational Benefits to help cover your student's fall sports registration fees, please complete and return the Educational Benefits application to the District Office as soon as possible.
Once your application has been processed and approved, the Educational Benefits option will become available when you register your student through Bound.
Only 2 Days Left to File for the Pine Island School Board Election!
Interested in serving your community? There are two days remaining to file as a candidate for the Pine Island School Board.
Four (4) seats on the Pine Island School Board will appear on the November 3, 2026 General Election ballot. Each position is a four-year term beginning January 4, 2027.
📅 Candidate Filing Information
🗓 Filing Period: July 14 – July 28, 2026
⏰ Filing Deadline: 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 28
💲 Filing Fee: $2.00
📍 File in person at:
Pine Island School District Office
223 1st Ave SE
Pine Island, MN 55963
⚠️ Please Note:
On the final filing day, Tuesday, July 28, the office will remain open until 5:00 p.m. to accept Affidavits of Candidacy.
If you're passionate about supporting students, staff, and the future of Pine Island Schools, we encourage you to consider serving on the School Board.
For questions, please contact the District Office at 507-356-4849 or check out more information online at www.pineisland.k12.mn.us/page/school-board-election
Interested in serving your community? There are two days remaining to file as a candidate for the Pine Island School Board.
Four (4) seats on the Pine Island School Board will appear on the November 3, 2026 General Election ballot. Each position is a four-year term beginning January 4, 2027.
📅 Candidate Filing Information
🗓 Filing Period: July 14 – July 28, 2026
⏰ Filing Deadline: 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 28
💲 Filing Fee: $2.00
📍 File in person at:
Pine Island School District Office
223 1st Ave SE
Pine Island, MN 55963
⚠️ Please Note:
On the final filing day, Tuesday, July 28, the office will remain open until 5:00 p.m. to accept Affidavits of Candidacy.
If you're passionate about supporting students, staff, and the future of Pine Island Schools, we encourage you to consider serving on the School Board.
For questions, please contact the District Office at 507-356-4849 or check out more information online at www.pineisland.k12.mn.us/page/school-board-election
We're Hiring!
Paraprofessional- Elementary School
Position Type: Paraprofessional
Date Posted: July 20, 2026
Location: Pine Island Schools ISD 255 Elementary School
Work day/Year: Full time beginning this school year
Closing Date For Applications: Open Until Filled
Job Summary: Independent School District #255 Pine Island is seeking a full time paraprofessional that would spend a majority of their day assisting the students who receive special education services. They would also work directly with the elementary special education staff. This job may include some lunch and recess supervision duties.
Candidates must meet qualifications in ONE of the following areas:
1) Minimum of 60 semester credits from institute of higher education
2) Hold an Associate’s degree
3) Obtained a passing score on ParaPro assessment
Please fill out the application online at www.pineisland.k12.mn.us.
Paraprofessional- Elementary School
Position Type: Paraprofessional
Date Posted: July 20, 2026
Location: Pine Island Schools ISD 255 Elementary School
Work day/Year: Full time beginning this school year
Closing Date For Applications: Open Until Filled
Job Summary: Independent School District #255 Pine Island is seeking a full time paraprofessional that would spend a majority of their day assisting the students who receive special education services. They would also work directly with the elementary special education staff. This job may include some lunch and recess supervision duties.
Candidates must meet qualifications in ONE of the following areas:
1) Minimum of 60 semester credits from institute of higher education
2) Hold an Associate’s degree
3) Obtained a passing score on ParaPro assessment
Please fill out the application online at www.pineisland.k12.mn.us.
We're Hiring!
Assistant Girls Soccer Coach
Position Type: Coach
Date Posted: July 20, 2026
Location: Pine Island High School
Work day/Year: Fall season (August-October)
Closing Date For Applications: Until Filled
Compensation:
Salary per 2025-2027 Master Agreement (Page 34)
Job Summary: Independent School District #255 Pine Island is seeking a coach in our girls soccer program. Pine Island Schools is a growing district with over 1,500 students, and is located ten minutes north of Rochester. An online application is required.
Qualifications:
Current Minnesota teaching license is preferred but not required. Coaching experience is preferred but not required.
Apply online at www.pineisland.k12.mn.us
Assistant Girls Soccer Coach
Position Type: Coach
Date Posted: July 20, 2026
Location: Pine Island High School
Work day/Year: Fall season (August-October)
Closing Date For Applications: Until Filled
Compensation:
Salary per 2025-2027 Master Agreement (Page 34)
Job Summary: Independent School District #255 Pine Island is seeking a coach in our girls soccer program. Pine Island Schools is a growing district with over 1,500 students, and is located ten minutes north of Rochester. An online application is required.
Qualifications:
Current Minnesota teaching license is preferred but not required. Coaching experience is preferred but not required.
Apply online at www.pineisland.k12.mn.us
Pine Island Public Schools is now accepting quotes for snow removal for the 2026-27 & 2027-28 fiscal years. Deadline for accepting quotes is Friday, August 7th at 12pm. For additional information, please contact Craig English at craig.english@pineisland.k12.mn.us
Filing Opens Today!
4 seats on the Pine Island School Board will be up for election on Tuesday, November 3rd. Community members interested in serving a four-year term can file from July 14 to July 28 at the District Office. Our webpage provides all the necessary information. www.pineisland.k12.mn.us
4 seats on the Pine Island School Board will be up for election on Tuesday, November 3rd. Community members interested in serving a four-year term can file from July 14 to July 28 at the District Office. Our webpage provides all the necessary information. www.pineisland.k12.mn.us
