Stillwater School Board Faces Tough Decisions on Insurance Coverage Amid Rising Costs

Overview: At the recent Stillwater Area School Board meeting, the primary focus was on the district’s health insurance renewal, particularly the coverage of GLP-1 medications. The board grappled with balancing fiscal responsibility with the healthcare needs of its employees, amid a projected $3.5 million deficit in insurance revenue. As insurance costs rise, the board discussed strategies to manage these financial challenges while addressing the complex personal impacts on district employees.

South Washington County School Board Highlights Science Education Reforms and Special Education Funding Challenges

Overview: The recent South Washington County School Board meeting tackled issues in the district, with a primary focus on the transformation of science education and the complex financial landscape of special education funding. Discussions revolved around innovative teaching methods, student assessment strategies, and the financial intricacies of supporting special education services in the district.

Stillwater School Board Discusses Curriculum Overhaul and Budget Challenges Amid Enrollment Decline

Overview: In a recent Stillwater Area School Board meeting, discussions centered around changes to the elementary specialist schedule and the integration of new science and literacy curricula, as well as ongoing budget challenges exacerbated by declining enrollment. The board grappled with the complexities of implementing these educational initiatives while addressing fiscal constraints and staffing issues.

Student Ambassadors Propose Innovative Ideas at South Washington County School Board Meeting

Overview: During the South Washington County School Board meeting held on March 27, 2025, at the district service center in Cottage Grove, Minnesota, student ambassadors presented innovative suggestions to enhance school programs and student well-being.

Stillwater School Board Faces Heated Debate Over LGBTQ-Themed Books in Libraries

Overview: The Stillwater Area School Board meeting was marked by a debate over the restriction of LGBTQ-themed books in school libraries.