Mahtomedi School Board Grapples with Enrollment Challenges Amidst Referendum Planning

Overview: The Mahtomedi School Board meeting on August 25th was primarily focused on addressing the district’s enrollment challenges, particularly the significant waiting list for kindergarten, alongside planning and community engagement for an upcoming referendum. Discussions also covered the implications of a proposed 2026-2027 academic calendar that could affect fall sports schedules and spring break alignment with other districts.

Stillwater School Board Addresses Adventure Club Concerns Amid Construction Updates

Overview: The Stillwater Area School Board meeting primarily focused on addressing parental concerns regarding the Adventure Club’s registration process and providing updates on extensive construction projects at various schools. Community member Ellie Gray voiced her frustration with the district’s administrative processes, particularly the difficulty in accessing after-school care services for her first grader. Meanwhile, the board discussed progress on construction projects, including the development of new buildings and updates to existing facilities.

Stillwater Area School District Resolves $15 Million Transportation Lawsuit Without Financial Exchange

Overview: In a recent Stillwater Area School Board meeting, the district celebrated the resolution of a longstanding legal dispute with its former transportation provider, MTN. The lawsuit, which began in September 2021, saw both parties agree to withdraw their claims, saving the district from MTN’s initial $15 million demand and ending a significant drain on district resources. The board unanimously approved the settlement, expressing relief and focusing on moving forward with reliable transportation arrangements.

Stillwater School Board Discusses the Future of Gifted Education and Honors Historic Baseball Pioneer

Overview: The recent Stillwater Area School Board meeting focused on significant educational topics, including a review of the district’s gifted and talented education (GATE) program and a proposal to honor a historic figure in professional baseball. The board also addressed updates to employee contracts and the facilitation of bonds for school building improvements.

Mahtomedi School Board Faces Complex Debate Over High School League Membership Amid Transgender Athlete Policies

Overview: The Mahtomedi School Board meeting on July 14, 2025, centered on the contentious issue of renewing membership with the Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL). The board members engaged in a debate over the implications of the MSHSL’s current policies, particularly regarding the inclusion of transgender athletes in sports. Concerns about fairness, safety, and legal liabilities were central to the discussion, culminating in a narrowly passed resolution to renew membership.