Caledonia Public School District’s school board members met Monday, October 20. Boardmember Mike Peterson called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. then led with the Pledge of Allegiance. All board members were present. District employees present included Superintendent Craig Ihrke, Middle/High School Principal Nathan Boler, and Community Education Director Gretchen Juan. … [Read more...]
Two New Teachers at Lanesboro Schools
Lanesboro Schools welcomed two new teachers this fall. Morgan Knutson is teaching secondary life science and Lea Jensson is teaching elementary special education. Morgan Knutson feels that she was always meant to be teacher; she loves working with kids and helping them learn. her awesome science teachers in high school fed her love of science. Morgan graduated from … [Read more...]
The Outdoors Come Alive for Houston County Sixth Graders
Sixth graders from Houston County schools enjoyed a beautiful fall day at Winnebago Springs, where they learned about their environment, conservation programs, and careers in conservation. The surrounding hills, just beginning to turn colors, provided a picturesque backdrop for hands-on learning. “Only if we understand, can we care. Only if we care, will we help. Only if we … [Read more...]
Chatfield Board Approves Teacher Contracts
At the October 8 meeting school board meeting, board members Josh Thompson, Tom Keefe, Jill Harstad and Mark Johnsrud were present. David Sowinski joined remotely and Katie Priebe was not present. Also present were Superintendent Ed Harris, high school principal, Eric Nelson; elementary principal, Shane McBroom; Community Education Director LuAnn Kleven and student senate … [Read more...]
Houston’s Two New Teachers
Houston Schools welcomed two new teachers to their staff this year: Angela Engebretson, speech and language pathologist, and Duane Ledin, music teacher and choir director. Angela Engebretson is the new speech and language pathologist for Houston Schools and will be working with students ranging in age from 5 to 21. Engebretson received her Bachelor’s in … [Read more...]
Lanesboro to Host Small Schools Conference
At the Lanesboro School Board meeting on October 8, the board heard details of the Small School Conference to be held at Lanesboro on October 15. Superintendent Matt Schultz shared that Jenny Severson will be the keynote speaker. Severson will focus on research based strategies and improving student engagement. There will be nine different breakout sessions during the day … [Read more...]
It’s Great to be a Cougar – Lonnie Morken Makes State History
Mabel-Canton (M-C) Volleyball Coach, Lonnie Morken, made history Thursday evening, September 25, reaching an astounding 885 career wins and 150 losses. He moved up to second place for all-time career victories in Minnesota high school volleyball history. “I’ve never thought about breaking records,” he said. “I just wanted to be number one. I’ve been blessed with some … [Read more...]
Fillmore Central Sees Good Turnout for Conferences
At the September 23 Fillmore Central School Board meeting, Superintendent Heath Olstad reported that 276 out of 277 students were represented by parents or guardians at the elementary back-to-school conferences. The high school open house was also well attended with many students turning in paperwork and picking up their computers. “It was successful at both the open house and … [Read more...]
Kingsland School Board Talks Construction and Numbers
Just weeks into the new school year, the Kingsland School Board met on September 15 to hear updates on projects and review the preliminary levy. “This summer we are almost done,” Superintendent Scott Klavetter said of the ongoing construction. “The actual roofing piece has been done for a couple of weeks already, as far as opening up and replacing roofs. What they have been … [Read more...]
R-P Board Returns Solar Grant
The Rushford-Peterson School Board decided unanimously to return the Solar for Schools Grant to the state during their September 15 regular meeting. In the second round of exploring the possibility of the addition of solar panels to the school roof, R-P had already been awarded the grant. The problem with installing solar panels was that the option of placing the panels on the … [Read more...]