November 13, 2025 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting

Description:  1. Congratulations to our Teacher of the Year (Leaders in Educational Excellence Educator) award winners:
Roseanne Welinski-Primary School
Shelly Froehling-Intermediate School
Lauren Pauley-Middle School
Traci Mathias-High School
These staff members were recognized at an award ceremony sponsored by Resource Training and Solutions that took place in St. Cloud on Wednesday, October 29.  

2.  Congratulations also to our Support Staff who won the Leadership in Educational Excellence Award.  The following will be recognized at a regional meeting sponsored by Resource Training and Solutions on Wednesday, November 19th.  
Kristin Imholte
Chantel Knutson
Jennifer Nelson
Jesseca Webster
Deb Wilke
Sue Willing

3. On Monday, November 11, each building held a Veterans Day ceremony.  It was a great opportunity to hear the history of Veterans Day and honor those who are serving or have served our great country.  Caleb Hansen was the guest speaker and did a great job with the audience and sharing a message of service.

4.  MSBA Leadership Conference on January 15-16, 2026.  It will take place at the Minneapolis Convention Center.  Please let me or Angela know if you are unable to attend. At this time everyone is registered for this complimentary conference. If you would like to attend any early bird sessions, please let us know that as well. 

5. MSBA Delegate Assembly
The 2025 MSBA Delegate Assembly meeting is scheduled for Friday, December 5, and Saturday, December 6, 2025, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bloomington - Minneapolis South. Let Angel or Superintendent Schmidt know if more information is needed or to register.

6. The High School recently was awarded a grant to start an Open Mind Project. The purpose of the project is to create a club that creates a safe and welcoming space where students can openly talk about mental health, support one another, and build a stronger sense of community. The club will promote self care, stress management, and positive coping skills through activities, discussions, and events that encourage personal growth and overall well-being.
 

Description:  I recommend approving the personnel items as presented.

Description:  The BEA negotiations committee (Corey, Connie) and myself recommend approving the BEA contract as presented.  In addition to the stated 4.19%, in the second year, there is an additional 1.4% which was purchasing the day up to 8 hours.

Description:  Kevin Januszewski and I recommend approving the FY25 financial audit as presented.  The June 30, 2025 unassigned fund balance is 9.06%.   District Policy 714 Fund Balances states that the district will strive to maintain a minimum unassigned general fund balance of 8%.   (KDV Powerpoint Attached).

Description:  Policy 706 Acceptance of Gifts permits the school board to accept donations or gifts under the terms of the policy.  I recommend accepting the gifts as described in the enclosure.  Thank you to those who have donated to our schools and students.