Gibbon-Fairfax-Winthrop School Board Advances Superintendent Search Amid Construction Updates

Overview: The Gibbon-Fairfax-Winthrop School Board meeting on July 15, 2024, focused heavily on the ongoing search for an interim superintendent and updates on the school’s building project. The board evaluated three candidates for the interim superintendent role, while the superintendent reported that the construction project remains on schedule and within budget despite minor challenges.

Fosston School Board Addresses Staffing Challenges Amid Special Education Enrollment Surge

Overview: During the recent Fosston School Board meeting, financial considerations tied to special education needs dominated discussions, with an influx of open enrollment students prompting significant staffing decisions for the upcoming school year. The board also tackled issues ranging from a director’s resignation to infrastructure concerns at the bus garage.

Pipestone Area School Board Delays Solar Field Vote Amidst Maintenance Cost Concerns

Overview: The Pipestone Area School Board meeting focused on discussions ranging from a proposed solar field partnership to budget approvals and special education staffing challenges. The Board deferred action on the solar field agreement, citing the need for more clarity on maintenance costs, while also addressing budgetary matters and policy updates.