New Richland-Hartland-Ellendale-Geneva School Board Meeting Highlights: Bus Purchase and Insurance Reimbursement

Overview: The New Richland-Hartland-Ellendale-Geneva School Board recently convened to address issues including future transportation needs and a health insurance reimbursement for an administrative staff member. The board discussed purchasing new buses as part of a long-term replacement plan and decided to reimburse a deductible expense incurred by an employee due to an insurance change, among other topics.

New School Safety Protocols Highlight New Richland-Hartland-Ellendale-Geneva School Board Meeting

Overview: The recent New Richland-Hartland-Ellendale-Geneva School Board meeting focused on new safety protocols in response to recent national incidents, enhancements in Career and Technical Education (CTE), and the introduction of innovative student engagement initiatives. Board members discussed the importance of transparent communication during emergencies, the development of a “portrait of a graduate” initiative, and various events aimed at connecting students with local career opportunities.

New School Safety Protocols Highlight New Richland-Hartland-Ellendale-Geneva School Board Meeting

New Richland-Hartland-Ellendale-Geneva School Board Receives $227,000 Grant for School Safety Enhancements

Overview: The New Richland-Hartland-Ellendale-Geneva School Board meeting highlighted an achievement as the district received a $227,000 grant from the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) program. This grant is intended to fund school violence prevention initiatives, including upgrades to the public address system and security cameras. The district was one of only three in Minnesota to be awarded this grant, underlining the rigorous application process and the competitive nature of the funding.

New Richland-Hartland-Ellendale-Geneva School Board Discusses School Nurse Needs, Approves Europe Trip, and Faces Transportation Challenges for FFA Convention

Overview: The New Richland-Hartland-Ellendale-Geneva School Board meeting addressed issues, including the need for licensed nurses at schools, an upcoming educational trip to Europe, and transportation concerns for the National FFA Convention.