We serve the unique learners of 12 member school districts in the West Metro. Our trauma-responsive and healing-centered schools support the academic, emotional, and behavioral needs of students to thrive in school and life.

What do you think of District 287’s Website?
Intermediate District 287 will redesign the district’s website this year. Your perspective as a current District 287 caregiver plays a crucial role in helping us design a new website that will meet the needs of our students and other caregivers.  We have prepared a 3 minute survey that covers various aspects of the district website. Please complete the surv ... Read more

Registration Open for Minnesota Department of Education’s Community Listening Sessions
The Minnesota Department of Education’s Division of Special Education is hosting a number of sessions to hear from community members about Minnesota’s Part B Annual Performance Report. The report, or APR, is sent each February to the federal Office of Special Education Programs and describes Minnesota’s progress educating students with disabilities. Each ... Read more

Back to School Fall 2023 Information for Families
As the 2023-24 school year approaches, we are excited to welcome your student(s) back into the classroom. School starts on Tuesday September 5th. We wanted to remind you of the ongoing procedures we will continue to use as we work to provide a safe learning environment for all students. Physical Safety & Security Reminders Evolv Weapon Detection System Evo ... Read more

Minnetonka Public Schools joins as a new member of District 287
We are thrilled to announce that at the August 24th School Board Meeting, there was a unanimous vote to accept Minnetonka Public School District as a new member of District 287.  We believe this partnership will enhance the excellent programming and services provided by the Minnetonka Public School District and support Intermediate School District 287 in meeting ... Read more

Rebecca Korich Grows Kindness with Free Produce
We have such caring staff at North Education Center (NEC)! Rebecca Korich, an NEC teacher, tends to the gardens at the school and nurtures one at home with her daughter, that’s abundant with plants and flowers. She even shares the surplus vegetables with neighbors through a produce stool in their front yard. Read the full story here: “Robbinsdale Res ... Read more