At Tuesday's School Board meeting, we were honored to celebrate Melissa Barnes Dholakia as the Champion for Students for the month of September!

Barnes Dholakia sat on the School Board from 2019 - 2024 and led as Board Chair beginning in 2021.

Melissa, thank you for your leadership and dedication to the Bend-La Pine Schools community in the role of School Board Chair. Through your guidance in vision, accountability, policy, and advocacy, you paved the way for every Bend-La Pine student to thrive. Your commitment to academics, wellness, inclusivity, and belonging makes a meaningful impact on our community. We are so proud to count you among our Champion for Students!

Check out the video of Melissa being honored at September's School Board meeting.