By Mitchell Walbridge
The Chatfield School Board met Monday, May 20 for its regular monthly meeting. Many items were discussed before school adjourns for the summer.
The board heard from the district’s new activity director Dan Schindler who i
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"Where Fillmore County News Comes First"
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Saturday, May 25th, 2013
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Kingsland School Board recognizes retirees
Fri, May 24th, 2013
Posted in Spring Valley Education
Posted in Spring Valley Education
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Superintendent McDonald presents retiree Karen Cleveland with an appreciation gift. Photo by Barb Jeffers
The Kingsland School Board met on Monday, May 20, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. in the Kingsland Conference Room. All School Board members were present in addition to Superintendent John McDonald.
Consent Agenda items were approved which included the review of the April 15, 2013 meeting, payment of May 2013 bills, and first readings of policy reviews.
In Thank you and Recognition the School Board recognized four staff members that are retiring and presented each of them with a gift of appreciation. The first being Shelly Cornell, paraprofessional, with over 15 years experience. The second retiree is Karlene Hatleli, teacher, with 27 years experience. Karen Cleveland, teacher, with over 41 years experience will also retire. The final person retiring is Marilyn Erdman, teacher, with over 35 years experience of experience. Superintendent McDonald spoke very highly of each of these individuals and thanked them for their years of dedication.
A thank you was given to Matt Rowe of BP for a donation of three hundred dollars towards playground equipment. A second thank you was to Red Essig of Essig Agency for a $250 donation to the FFA for the National Convention. A final thank you was given to the Horticulture Club for the flowers around the building.
In the Student Council/FFA report two FFA members were present to report on the ECFE Barnyard which they assisted the elementary teachers organize. Many animals were brought in for the children to experience up close. A summer Ag program will be offered. A vegetable garden will be planted with produce going to the food shelf. There will be two summer tours and an Officer’s Retreat. The members reported that everyone was happy with how they did at State.
The Finance/Facilities Committee met on May 6, 2013. Various subjects were discussed including the ten year outlay projection and the music program curriculum. The revised budget was discussed as well as the six cent meal reimbursement. The possible purchase of an electronic message sign was also discussed.
New hires were discussed by the Curriculum/Personnel Committee at their previous meeting. The Policy/PR Committee met on April 22, 2013 and discussions consisted of policy review of first readings, the School Board studying session, and a preview of the May Kingsland newsletter. In the Business Manager report the preliminary 2013-2014 budget was explained and discussed.
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Consent Agenda items were approved which included the review of the April 15, 2013 meeting, payment of May 2013 bills, and first readings of policy reviews.
In Thank you and Recognition the School Board recognized four staff members that are retiring and presented each of them with a gift of appreciation. The first being Shelly Cornell, paraprofessional, with over 15 years experience. The second retiree is Karlene Hatleli, teacher, with 27 years experience. Karen Cleveland, teacher, with over 41 years experience will also retire. The final person retiring is Marilyn Erdman, teacher, with over 35 years experience of experience. Superintendent McDonald spoke very highly of each of these individuals and thanked them for their years of dedication.
A thank you was given to Matt Rowe of BP for a donation of three hundred dollars towards playground equipment. A second thank you was to Red Essig of Essig Agency for a $250 donation to the FFA for the National Convention. A final thank you was given to the Horticulture Club for the flowers around the building.
In the Student Council/FFA report two FFA members were present to report on the ECFE Barnyard which they assisted the elementary teachers organize. Many animals were brought in for the children to experience up close. A summer Ag program will be offered. A vegetable garden will be planted with produce going to the food shelf. There will be two summer tours and an Officer’s Retreat. The members reported that everyone was happy with how they did at State.
The Finance/Facilities Committee met on May 6, 2013. Various subjects were discussed including the ten year outlay projection and the music program curriculum. The revised budget was discussed as well as the six cent meal reimbursement. The possible purchase of an electronic message sign was also discussed.
New hires were discussed by the Curriculum/Personnel Committee at their previous meeting. The Policy/PR Committee met on April 22, 2013 and discussions consisted of policy review of first readings, the School Board studying session, and a preview of the May Kingsland newsletter. In the Business Manager report the preliminary 2013-2014 budget was explained and discussed.
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Chatfield School Board discusses technology integration
Fri, May 24th, 2013
Posted in Chatfield Education
Posted in Chatfield Education
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State Representative Greg Davids (R-Preston) and State Senator Jeremy Miller (R-Winona)
Fri, May 24th, 2013
Posted in All Education
Posted in All Education
State Representative Greg Davids (R-Preston) and State Senator Jeremy Miller (R-Winona) are pictured with 6th grade students from Lanesboro Elementary School. The group visited with the lawmakers recently while touring the State Capitol in St. Paul.
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Mabel-Canton approves funding for Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports
Fri, May 24th, 2013
Posted in Mabel Education
Posted in Mabel Education
By Hannah Wingert
The Mabel-Canton Board of Education met on May 21, 2013 at 7 pm. All members were present except for Dave Swenson and Jeff Nolte.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Superintendant Michael Moriarty made several a
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Mabel-Canton approves funding for Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports
Fri, May 24th, 2013
Posted in Canton Education
Posted in Canton Education
By Hannah Wingert
The Mabel-Canton Board of Education met on May 21, 2013 at 7 pm. All members were present except for Dave Swenson and Jeff Nolte.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Superintendant Michael Moriarty made several a
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Rushford-Peterson School Board Student Representative
Thu, May 23rd, 2013
Posted in Rushford Village Education
Posted in Rushford Village Education
Rushford-Peterson Schools would like to recognize the time and efforts that Senior Rebecca Munson has contributed to the board of education over the last 2 years. At the end of the 2010-2011 school year, the R-P Board of Education and Administrator
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Rushford-Peterson School Board Student Representative
Thu, May 23rd, 2013
Posted in Peterson Education
Posted in Peterson Education
Rushford-Peterson Schools would like to recognize the time and efforts that Senior Rebecca Munson has contributed to the board of education over the last 2 years. At the end of the 2010-2011 school year, the R-P Board of Education and Administrator
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Rushford-Peterson School Board Student Representative
Thu, May 23rd, 2013
Posted in Rushford Education
Posted in Rushford Education
Rushford-Peterson Schools would like to recognize the time and efforts that Senior Rebecca Munson has contributed to the board of education over the last 2 years. At the end of the 2010-2011 school year, the R-P Board of Education and Administrator
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6th grader receives letter from President Obama
Fri, May 17th, 2013
Posted in Wykoff Education
Posted in Wykoff Education
Twelve year old Zachary Queensland has been interested in history, especially World War II, and learning about the US presidents since he was in 2nd grade. He is currently a 6th grader at Kingsland Middle School in Wykoff and his interest has grown
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