The Kingsland School Board met February 22 in regular session with all members present: Doug Plaehn, Deb Larson, Ann Oeltjen, Jackie Horsman, Tiffany Mundfrom, and Heather Betts, along with Superintendent John McDonald. The board approved the consent agenda items, including one resignation (Speech Pathologist Rachel Werges) and two hirings (Jacob Vetter as B squad baseball … [Read more...]
Mabel-Canton school district thanks school board during recognition week
The staff of Mabel-Canton expressed their gratitude to the school board for their service as part of Minnesota School Board recognition week, which ran from February 20-24. Congratulations were extended to the winter sports athletes as their season draws to a close. “Great job on your season and best of luck in the playoffs,” Board Chair Cristal Adkins expressed on behalf of … [Read more...]
Houston School Board grapples with naming rights
The Houston Public School Board met at 6 p.m. on Thursday, February 16 in the Houston Public High School library. In attendance were Superintendent Abraham and board members Norlien, Carlson, Stillin, and Wilson. Board members Bonner NS Krage came to the meeting later in the evening. Following the pledge and agenda approval, the board opened the meeting to public comment. … [Read more...]
Lanesboro School and City of Lanesboro discuss plans to partner on park road project
Over the past year, there has been a lot of discussion on where property lines lay between the Lanesboro Public School and the City of Lanesboro. At their February meeting, the Lanesboro City Council approved a motion to move forward with the park road project, the road that runs between the community center and school. “We are looking to cost share the project with the … [Read more...]
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Kaylee Arndt essay places 2nd in district
Kaylee Arndt placed second at the district level for her essay in the “Patriot’s Pen” competition. The essay competition is sponsored annually by the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its auxiliary, and is open to students in grades 6-8. The theme for the 2016 competition was “The America I Believe In.” One of 71 entries from Fillmore Central High School, Kaylee was the … [Read more...]
Houston School Board talks schedule, breaks for 2018-19 year
The Houston School Board met at 6 p.m. on Thursday, February 2, 2017 in the Houston Public High School Library. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, the board approved its agenda and opened the floor to public comment. Lisa Myran-Schutte, the school athletic director, spoke regarding the adoption of a “tight” version of the school calendar for the 2018-19 school year as opposed … [Read more...]
Rushford student participates in a J-Term study tour to Guadeloupe
KENOSHA, WI -- Jeremiah Munson of Rushford participated in a J-Term study tour to Guadeloupe with Carthage College. The “Experiencing the Franco-Caribbean Culture of the Guadeloupe” study tour aimed to immerse students in the culture of Guadeloupe and to learn about the art and history of this French Caribbean “departement.” Before departure, students learned how to live in … [Read more...]
Fillmore Central High School chapter of the National Honor Society adds new students
Fillmore Central High School’s chapter of the National Honor Society would like to announce the selection of the following students for membership to our local chapter. Senior: Emilee Fishbaugher Juniors: Kassandra Back, Kayla Biel, Carlee Birch, Ashley Haugerud, Alexander Love, Alex Mathison, Ashley Miner, Brady Ristau, Rianna Ryan, Annalise Shupe, and Baily … [Read more...]