QComp committee members, Shari Michel, Brenda Bergan, Becky Lind, presented a PowerPoint to the R-P School Board at their regular May 16 meeting. In the presentation, the trio noted that the primary focus of the PLCs (Professional Learning Communities) has been on student connections. They asked for one half-day early out each month. The PLCs would be restructured with a … [Read more...]
Dean of Students position added at Mabel-Canton
The Mabel-Canton School Board moved forward on creating a .2 FTE Dean of Students position (two hours a day) for next year at their regular meeting on May 17. The board opted for a “middle of the road” stipend for the position; according to Superintendent Gary Kuphal there is no standard stipend for such a position. For next year, the dean of students will work an extended … [Read more...]
Spring Grove students feel safe at school
Spring Grove School Board members met in the school’s Learning Resource Center on Monday, May 16, from 8:08-8:54 p.m. for the regular school board meeting. Board members present included Chairman Aaron Solum, Rhan Flatin, Aric Elton, Kelly Rohland, and Jenny Stender. Stephanie Jaster was absent. The board approved the consent agenda, including the meeting agenda with the … [Read more...]
Lanesboro School asked for a CUP for waterbike business
Mike and Pauline Wangen appeared before the regular Lanesboro School Board meeting May 11 to ask for a conditional use permit of a 16’x48’ section of school property along the river above the dam. The Wangens are interested in starting a small business renting out waterbikes, which need to be in six inches or more of water for the propellers. According to Pauline Wangen, the … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project Why Theodore Roosevelt is the coolest American president
By Rainne Meyer Theodore Roosevelt, 26th president of the United states. I personally believe that Theodore Roosevelt had the coolest life of any president, and by the end of this I hope you will feel the same. So, here’s why Theodore Roosevelt is the coolest American President. Teddy was known to be very hardworking and stubborn. He fought for what he wanted, and even … [Read more...]
New phones for Houston schools
At their May 5, regular meeting, the Houston School Board approved a new phone system update for the school with a monthly cost of $2,400. This is a bit over $100 in additional cost. Internet-based phones will be installed throughout the school’s buildings. Josh Norlien expressed concern about phone service during power outages, but the school has battery backups for some … [Read more...]
Chatfield awards’ ceremonies and graduation dates are set
At the May 4 Chatfield School Board meeting, Josh Thompson, Katie Priebe, Jill Harstad, and Matt McMahon were present as well as principals Shane McBroom and Eric Nelson, Superintendent Ed Harris, and Trista O’Connor, business manager. Board members Lanny Isensee and Tom Keefe were not present. Student senate representative, Paige Root said the Snowball Dance in March was … [Read more...]
Administrative changes continuing at Kingsland
The Kingsland School Board met on May 9 for their monthly “work session.” One of the main topics was the status of administrative changes that resulted from the resignation of Superintendent Jim Hecimovich. Principal Scott Klavetter has been named to take over as superintendent when Hecimovich’s tenure at Kingsland ends at the end of June. Due to Hecimovich’s current leave … [Read more...]
One Moment, Please… Job shadowing experience is a win for area students and businesses
By Jason Sethre Publisher Fillmore County Journal jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com This past week, we had an awesome day on the schedule. It was Tuesday, April 26, 2022. On this day, we were scheduled to present the 2022 Teacher of the Year award to Stacey Schultz, a 2nd grade teacher at Spring Grove Public Schools. She didn’t know it, but her staff, her students, … [Read more...]
Fillmore Central parents address peanut allergy concerns
Fillmore Central parents Aaron and Emily Scheevel addressed the school board at the April 26 meeting to discuss concerns regarding their daughter’s peanut and tree nut allergy, especially as she transitions to the high school next year. “Everyone has been super supportive in the school and in the community,” Emily said, adding that she’s thankful that her daughter’s classmates … [Read more...]
