October 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting
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I. CALL TO ORDER
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II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
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III. DISTRICT POINTS OF PRIDE
Presenter:
Rick Sansted
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Rick Sansted will share with the board the "206 Points of Pride." The persons being recognized this month are as follows: Thirty-five Alexandria Area High School students have been named All-Conference musicians for their talents in their respective area. These talented musicians include:
Athletes recognized this past month as Central Lakes Conference Performers of the Week in their respective sport include:
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IV. CONSENT AGENDA
Presenter:
Rick Sansted
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IV.A. APPROVE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR BOARD MEETING ON SEPTEMBER 28, 2026
Presenter:
Rick Sansted
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The following pages provide a copy of the minutes from the September 28, 2026 regular board meeting. RECOMMENDATION: The administration recommends the board approve the minutes as printed. |
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IV.B. APPROVE PAYMENT OF BILLS FOR SEPTEMBER 2026
Presenter:
Rick Sansted
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Because of the many year-end accounting adjustments and entries that need to be made, the financial reports for September 2026 will be presented when the number accurately reflects fiscal year 2025-2026 activities. The listing of bills for payment is the last attachment to this agenda. RECOMMENDATION: The administration recommends the board approve the payment of bills for September 2026. |
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IV.C. APPROVE PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
Presenter:
Jessie Hjelle
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Personnel recommendations are made monthly. The conditional offers of employment are subject to successful completion of a criminal background check and I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification, and where applicable, the issuance of the required license. RECOMMENDATION: The administration recommends the board approve the personnel recommendations as presented on the following pages. |
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IV.D. ADOPT RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT DONATIONS AND GRANTS
Presenter:
Rick Sansted
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
As per district policy, the board is required to approve the submission and acceptance of donations and grants to the district that exceed $1,000. RECOMMENDATION: The administration recommends the school board approve the attached resolution accepting grants and donations to the school district. |
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IV.E. APPROVE EXTENDED FIELD TRIPS
Presenter:
Rick Sansted
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
As per district policy, the board is required to approve all extended field trips that involve one or more overnight stays. RECOMMENDATION: The administration recommends that the school board approve the following extended field trip:
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IV.F. APPROVE FUNDRAISING ACTIVITIES
Presenter:
Rick Sansted
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
As per district policy, the board is required to approve all fundraising activities. RECOMMENDATION: The administration is recommending that the school board approve the following fundraiser:
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IV.G. ADOPT DISTRICT POLICIES
Presenter:
Rick Sansted
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The following policies received a first reading at the September 2026 board meeting:
RECOMMENDATION: The administration recommends the board adopt Policies 516.5, 537, 538, 539, 543, 550, 551, 560 and 567. |
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IV.H. APPROVE SCHOOL DISTRICT AGREEMENTS
Presenter:
Rick Sansted
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Annually, the school board approves educational agreements between the District and various consultants, agencies and service providers. RECOMMENDATION: The administration recommends the board approve the following agreement:
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IV.I. ADOPT RESOLUTION FOR THE APPLICATION TO MSHSL FOUNDATION
Presenter:
Rick Sansted
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The Minnesota State High School League Foundation is a nonprofit association created to complement the MSHSL by providing support for Minnesota’s high school youth to participate in athletics and fine arts. RECOMMENDATION: The administration recommends that the board approve the resolution authorizing the District to submit an application (Form A) to the Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) Foundation to assist the school district in recognizing, promoting and funding extracurricular participation by high school students in athletic and fine arts programs. |
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V. REPORTS/DISCUSSION ITEMS
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V.A. ENROLLMENT UPDATE
Presenter:
Justin Dahlheimer
Description:
INFORMATION
Justin Dahlheimer will provide an update on District enrollment numbers as of October 1, 2026. The attached sheet provides enrollment by grade. No formal action is expected. |
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VI. ACTION ITEMS
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VI.A. APPROVE 2026-2027 SCHOOL SITE GOALS AND ACTION PLANS
Presenter:
Trish Perry
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Trish Perry will present the 2026-2027 school site improvement goals and action plans. These plans utilize assessment results from the 25-26 school year. The building goals have been reviewed by the Curriculum/Policy Committee. RECOMMENDATION: The administration recommends the board approve the 2026-2027 School Site Improvement Goals as presented. |
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VI.B. APPROVE SUBSTITUTE STAFF PAY RATES FOR CARLOS C.A.R.D.I.N.A.L. ACADEMY
Presenter:
Jessie Hjelle
Description:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The attachment provides the administrative recommendations for substitute staff pay rates for Carlos C.A.R.D.I.N.A.L. Academy for the 2026-27 school year. These rates are based on comparisons with other districts, current District staff salaries and wages and substitute demand. RECOMMENDATION: The administration recommends the board approve the substitute staff pay rates for Carlos C.A.R.D.I.N.A.L. Academy as presented. |
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VII. COMMUNICATION ITEMS
Presenter:
Rick Sansted
Description:
INFORMATION
The district administrative team will provide informational updates to the board at the meeting. The following pages provide the minutes of recent meetings of the Personnel/Negotiation Committee, Curriculum/Policy Committee and the Budget/Facilities Committee. Also, school board members will share information and other updates as appropriate. |
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VII.A. ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM
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VII.B. SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER REPORTS
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VII.C. SCHOOL BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS
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VII.D. ADDITIONAL FINANCIAL INFORMATION
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VIII. DELEGATIONS AND INDIVIDUALS
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IX. ADJOURNMENT
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