Anoka-Hennepin School Board Faces Community Concerns Over ICE Incidents and Student Safety

Overview: The Anoka-Hennepin School Board meeting on January 26, 2026, focused on various issues, including community concerns about recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) incidents near schools, the district’s financial health, and the ratification of a new teacher master agreement.

Osseo Area School Board Approves Health Clinic in Renovation Plans Amid Immigration Discussion

Overview: The Osseo Area School Board meeting held on January 20, 2026, was marked by notable decisions and discussions, particularly the approval of a school-based health clinic as part of Park Center Senior High School’s renovation plans. The meeting also addressed community concerns related to immigration enforcement and its impact on students, alongside various updates on district initiatives.

Anoka-Hennepin School Board Elects New Co-Chairs Amid Leadership Structure Debate

Overview: The Anoka-Hennepin School Board meeting on January 12, 2026, featured discussions including the election of new co-chairs, the approval of a contract for school office supervisors, and issues surrounding student safety and school funding. These topics were accompanied by updates from Superintendent Cory McIntyre on district activities and labor relations.

New Leadership Elected at Osseo Area School Board’s First Meeting of 2026

Overview: The Osseo Area School Board held its first meeting of 2026, during which members elected new leadership and maintained the previous year’s compensation levels. Tanya Prince was elected as the chairperson, Thomas Brooks as vice chair, Keith Tate as board clerk, and Sarah Mitchell as board treasurer. In addition to these appointments, the board approved the continuation of the 2025 compensation levels for 2026, with the board chair receiving $1,350 per month and other members receiving $1,250, inclusive of a $50 monthly reimbursement.

Osseo Area School Board Discusses School-Based Health Centers and Standards-Based Grading

Overview: The Osseo Area School Board meeting on January 6, 2026, focused on the potential establishment of school-based health centers and the ongoing implementation of standards-based grading.