- MN
- Dakota County
- 1/14/25
- 01/14/2025
- 59 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Lakeville Area School Board meeting on January 14, 2025, was dominated by a discussion on the district’s proposed cell phone policy, highlighting concerns around student privacy, mental health, and policy enforcement. Additional discussions addressed the formation of subcommittees, policy revision processes, and upcoming legal matters.
- MN
- Scott County
- 1/13/25
- 01/14/2025
- 90 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting of the Prior Lake-Savage Area School Board, discussions were dominated by the need for financial prudence in the face of declining enrollment, alongside celebrations of remarkable student achievements. The board acknowledged the life-saving actions of staff during a school event, praised the Prior Lake High School Percussion Ensemble’s prestigious performance in Chicago, and grappled with budgetary constraints requiring potential program and position reductions.
- MN
- Dakota County
- 1/7/25
- 01/07/2025
- 83 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Lakeville Area School Board held a special organizational meeting where the election of new officers took center stage, resulting in Matt Swanson being named the new chair. The board also discussed topics, including ethical policy revisions, investment strategies, and the framework for policy reviews, while emphasizing the importance of student outcomes and meeting accessibility.
- MN
- Dakota County
- 12/17/24
- 12/17/2024
- 86 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Lakeville Area School Board meeting centered on the district’s complex financial landscape and the emotional farewell to outgoing board members. Significant topics included the district’s funding challenges due to inflation and state policies, alongside a discussion on tax levies and the budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The meeting concluded with reflections from retiring board members.
- MN
- Dakota County
- 12/10/24
- 12/10/2024
- 111 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Lakeville Area School Board meeting focused on discussions about potential changes in the administration and updates to board policies. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to deliberating the extension of the interim superintendent’s contract, considering the implications of maintaining the interim in a dual role while also opening the floor to a wider candidate search in the future. Concurrently, the board tackled compliance with Minnesota School Boards Association (MSBA) guidelines, emphasizing the need for updated policies that align with state statutes and address transparency and procedural clarity.
