Minnesota recognizes school board members each February for their time and dedication to the state’s youth. Spring Grove school board members Aaron Solum, Stephanie Jaster, Rhan Flatin, Kelly Rohland, and Angie Solie were acknowledged at the February 21 board meeting. Superintendent Rachel Udstuen expressed her appreciation to the board during her monthly report, “Thank … [Read more...]
Caledonia School Board – All students need support whether academic, emotional, disability related…
Caledonia School Board members met in Caledonia Elementary School’s music room #162 on Tuesday, February 21, from 6-8:30 p.m. Board members present included Mike Peterson, Spencer Yohe, Melissa Marschall, Derek Adamson, Tim Gunn, and Daniel Small. In addition, Superintendent Craig Ihrke, Elementary Principal Sue Link, and Middle/High School Principal Nathan Boler attended. … [Read more...]
Flex learning going well at Fillmore Central
At the February 21 Fillmore Central School Board meeting, board member Sue Sikkink asked how many days of flex learning the students have had during this school year and how they have been going. Superintendent Olstad said that there have been three days of flex learning so far and they have gone well. The elementary students complete “bingo” sheets with flex learning … [Read more...]
Mabel-Canton School Board members thanked for their service
February is Minnesota School Board Recognition Month. During the February 21 regular school board meeting, Superintendent Gary Kuphal recognized the board for their service to the school, staff, and students of Mabel-Canton. The board is responsible for an annual budget of $6 million, 275 students, and 50 employees. The seven-member board has dedicated a combined total of … [Read more...]
Houston School Board considers referendum projects
Andy Fields from SiteLogiQ started out the special workshopping session February 9 by asking the Houston School Board four questions. To answer the questions, the board was asked to split up in teams and write their answers on large posters before regrouping to discuss their responses. The first question was, “What do you see as the ultimate goal of your referendum?” The board … [Read more...]
Kingsland Approves ‘23/’24 Calendar
The Kingsland School Board met in regular session on the evening of February 13. The meeting began with a roll call. Carmen Anderson, Gary Broadwater, Pam Freet, Kyler Rader, Cindy Seabright and Steve Tammel were all present, as well as Superintendent Scott Klavetter. Donations Board members had no additions to the meeting’s agenda. The board started with giving thanks for … [Read more...]
Chatfield School Board non-renews varsity volleyball coach
At the February 8 school board meeting, board members Josh Thompson, Jill Harstad, David Sowinski, Mark Johnsrud, Katie Priebe and Tom Keefe were present as well as Superintendent Ed Harris, Principals Shane McBroom and Eric Nelson, and Trista O’Connor, business manager. Student Senate member Anna Bernau was also present. During district patron time, Erica and Josh … [Read more...]
Houston School Board “workshopping” about potential project
After an abbreviated regular meeting February 2, the Houston School Board spent much of their time “workshopping” with representatives from SiteLogiQ and Baker Tilly. SiteLogic has been working with Houston Schools as they assess facility needs; Baker Tilly presented financial information to the board. SiteLogiQ had recently helped survey the community about possible project … [Read more...]
Kingsland School Board considers solar
The Kingsland School Board met for a work session meeting on the evening of February 6. In attendance were Superintendent Scott Klavetter, Principal Deana Dontje, board members Carmen Anderson, Gary Broadwater, Pam Freet, Kyle Rader, Cindy Seabright, and Steve Tammel. With no additions to the agenda, the board took time to recognize and thank recent donations to the school. … [Read more...]
Lanesboro School’s strategic plan
Lanesboro School has been working on its five-year strategic plan since November; at the regular February board meeting, Superintendent Matt Schultz presented the current version of the new strategic plan. The board has had two meetings and a public forum on the plan. The plan consists of four points: continuing a strong core education with opportunities for broad … [Read more...]
