Congratulations to the middle school graduates from Pankalo Education Center!
We're so proud of all you've achieved and the person you've become. As you begin the next chapter in your education, continue to be curious, confident, and true to yourself. Keep reaching for your goals—we can't wait to see what you'll accomplish next!

4 days ago, Northeast Metro 916
Presentation screen with text that says, "Welcome to Middle School Graduation" with the Pankalo school logo.
Student graduate walking into the graduation ceremony.
Student graduate walking into the graduation ceremony.
Student graduate walking into the graduation ceremony.
Staff giving speeches during the graduation ceremony.
Student graduate with a certificate in their hands.
Audience clapping and people taking photos with their phone.
Principals congratulating the student on graduating with a certificate.
Student graduates walking out from the graduation ceremony.
This is a reminder that there is no school on Monday, May 25 due to Memorial Day. We will see everyone back on Tuesday, May 26!
14 days ago, Northeast Metro 916
A speaker phone that says "Important remind that there is no school on Monday, May 25 due to Memorial Day."
Pankalo Education Center held their 2nd Annual Talent Show! There were amazing performances from singing, dancing, group performances, and even staff had fun performing as well. Thank you to Pankalo staff for setting up this event for students to show off their talents and everyone who attended as well!
25 days ago, Northeast Metro 916
A group of students and staff performing on stage for the talent show.
A staff helping out a student that is performing on stage for the talent show.
A group of staff playing instruments on stage for the talent show.
A student playing the keyboard piano on stage.
This is a reminder that there is no school on Friday, May 8 due to professional development day for staff.
29 days ago, Northeast Metro 916
A speaker phone with text saying, "Important reminder for no school on May 8 due to professional development day for 916 staff."
Last Wednesday, Northeast Metro 916 held The Annual District Art Show. Artwork of various mediums were displayed from nail art, metal work, photos, paintings, ceramics, and more. There was even a cookie decorating table as a fun activity and sweet treat! Thank you to the staff who set up the art show and everyone who attended as well. Seeing the 916 community come together to celebrate the students' imagination and effort makes this event truly special.
29 days ago, Northeast Metro 916
A wall of 3D printed triangles that are bound together by binder rings and each triangle has artwork by students and staff.
A big camera made from paper and cardboard with photos to the side of it.
A table with nail art and metal artwork.
A group of people looking at student artwork on the wall.
A group of people standing around and talking with each other.
Two people looking at student artwork on the wall.
Staff, students, and families doing an art activity at a table.
A wall of various student artwork hanging on a wall.
A table full of artwork that contains ceramic mugs and bowls and handmade plushies.
Artwork of under the sea with seashells, treasure, and students as scuba divers.
Happy Staff Appreciation Week!

Northeast Metro 916 is proud to celebrate Staff Appreciation Week with sincere gratitude for each and every one of you. The care, dedication, and heart you bring to your work does not go unnoticed—they are what makes the 916 community strong. Thank you for showing up each day with commitment, compassion, and a willingness to go above and beyond.
about 1 month ago, Northeast Metro 916
Collage of Northeast Metro 916 staff in celebration of staff appreciation week.
This week is National Assistant Principal Week! Thank you for being the steady support system for students, staff, and families—balancing challenges with compassion and leading with dedication every single day.
about 2 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
Image of Northeast Metro 916 Assistant Principals in celebration of National Assistant Principal Appreciation Week.
Transitioning from middle school to secondary school can be nerve wracking, but that's where Quora Secondary School students come in! A mentoring program was started by Quora Secondary students and this is to help middle school students that will be transitioning from Pankalo and Karner Blue.
3 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
Image of students and staff sitting around watching a presentation on a screen.
This a reminder that there is no school due to Spring Break. We all hope you have a great spring break and will see staff and students after the break!

District: March 9-13
916 Mahtomedi Academy: March 9-20
Bellaire Education Center: March 9-27
3 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
Green square graphic of a speaker phone stating an important reminder that there is no school due to it being spring break.
This is a reminder that there is no school on Monday, February 16 and Tuesday, February 17. Have a great weekend and we will see everyone back on Wednesday, February 18.
4 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
Graphic image with a speakerphone saying important reminder. Text says no school on February 16 and February 17, 2026.
This is a reminder that there is no school on Monday, January 19 and Tuesday, January 20.
5 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
A picture of a fog horn with the words "important reminder!" next to it. The words under this image read "No School - January 19, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, January 20 Professional Developement Day for 916 Staff. At the bottom of this graphic is the 916 school logo of a diamond.
This is a reminder that there is no school from December 22, 2025 to January 2, 2026. We hope everyone has a good winter break and we will see everyone back in the new year on Monday, January 5.
6 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
Graphic with winter-themed snowflakes and a megaphone icon that reads, “Important Reminder! No School – Winter Break. December 22, 2025 through January 2, 2026.” Northeast Metro Intermediate School District 916 logo at the bottom.
This is a reminder that there will be no school due to Fall Break.

Northeast Metro 916: October 16-17
Bellaire Education Center: October 16-31
916 Mahtomedi Academy: October 6-17
8 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
Image with an important reminder about fall break and that there is no school.

Picture Day is coming up!
Friday, Nov 14th
Order forms will be sent home with students.

8 months ago, Pankalo Education Center
Picture Day
As a reminder, there will be no school Friday, September 26 due to Staff Professional Development Day.
8 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
Reminder for no school tomorrow due to professional development day for 916 staff

📚 Welcome Back!

We’re excited to kick off a new year of learning, growth, and connection. Here’s to making 2025–26 a year full of opportunities, collaboration, and success. ✨

9 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
Welcome Back to School Image

Thank You for Attending Our Open House!

We hope everyone enjoyed meeting with Pankalo staff and touring classrooms. We look forward to seeing everyone on the first day of school!

9 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
Pankalo Education Center Open House
Pankalo Education Center Open House
Pankalo Education Center Open House
Pankalo Education Center Open House
Pankalo Education Center Open House

OPEN HOUSE!

Pankalo Education Center
August 27 • 4 to 6 pm

Join us to connect with your teachers, tour the school, and much more!

10 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
Pankalo Education Center Logo