Lawrence Township Considers New Agenda Meeting Structure Amid Ongoing Community Engagement Efforts

Overview: At the recent Lawrence Township Council meeting, discussions centered around the potential establishment of a new caucus agenda meeting to improve council operations and community involvement. Alongside this, the council addressed significant historical commemorative plans and updates on local development projects.

Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District Faces Technology Levy Renewal Amid Rising Digital Demands

Overview: In the recent meeting of the Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School Board, a central topic of discussion was the impending expiration of the district’s technology levy, originally instituted in 2015. With the levy set to expire after the 2025-2026 school year, the board is considering options to either renew or increase the funding to sustain and enhance technology programs critical for current educational needs.

Traverse City Schools to Introduce New Virtual Courses, Expand Sex Education Curriculum

Overview: The Traverse City Area School Board’s Education Curriculum Committee meeting delved into several topics, with a primary focus on expanding virtual course offerings for middle school students and updating the sex education curriculum. The committee reviewed plans to introduce approximately 18 new courses through the Aselis platform, aimed at offering a fully virtual program at East Middle School. This initiative is designed to ensure that students preferring virtual learning environments have access to a curriculum comparable to traditional classroom settings. Discussions also addressed updates to the sex education curriculum, including revised HIV education materials in collaboration with medical professionals to provide current and accurate information.

Marion County School Board Approves Multiple Expulsions and Discusses Key Property Sale

Overview: The Marion County School Board meeting on June 24, 2025, was marked by decisive actions on student expulsions and discussions about a property sale. The board approved several expulsions for students, including JD25-309 and JD25-321, allowing for off-campus virtual learning for the remainder of the 2024-2025 school year and the 2025-2026 school year. A modification to the expulsion of student JD25-015, due to a discrepancy with Hillsboro County’s original expulsion period, was also approved.

Mounds View School Board Proposes Special Election for $10 Million Safety and Technology Levy

Overview: During a recent meeting of the Mounds View School Board, discussions centered around a proposed capital projects levy aimed at enhancing technology, safety, and security across the district’s schools. The board unanimously approved a resolution to hold a special election, allowing community members to vote on the proposed $10 million funding initiative. This levy, if approved, would be dedicated to upgrading outdated security equipment, improving cybersecurity measures, and enhancing learning environments with modern technology.