Stillwater Area School Board Faces Power Outage, Communication Issues on First Day of School

Overview: The recent Stillwater Area School Board meeting focused on issues, including a power outage that disrupted the first day of school, transportation challenges, and staffing shortages in the district’s child care program. The board and Superintendent Dr. Michael Funk discussed the impact of these events on students, families, and staff, emphasizing the need for improved communication and planning.

Stillwater Area School Board Grapples with Transportation Woes and Announces Member Resignation

Overview: The Stillwater Area School Board meeting was marked by a discussion on the district’s ongoing transportation challenges, including the integration of new routing software, and concluded with the announcement of a board member’s resignation. These issues underscored the district’s efforts to improve logistical operations while also navigating internal changes at the administrative level.

Stillwater School Board Plans Strategic Retreat Amid Calls for Improved School Presentations

Overview: The Stillwater Area School Board focused on strategic planning during its recent meeting, discussing a range of proposals aimed at improving communication and understanding of individual school needs, enhancing long-term planning, and addressing financial constraints that impact professional development. A retreat is planned to further these discussions and explore new governance strategies.

Stillwater Area School Board Celebrates Principal’s Statewide Recognition and Welcomes New Assistant Superintendent

Overview: The Stillwater Area School Board meeting centered on significant recognitions and administrative updates, with highlights including the celebration of Stillwater Area High School Principal Rob Bach, who was named the 2024 Minnesota High School Principal of the Year, and the introduction of Dr. Fa A. Bamu as the new assistant superintendent. The board also discussed various educational initiatives and budgetary considerations.

Stillwater Area School Board Explores Cell Phone Policy and Teacher Performance Pay

Overview: The Stillwater Area School Board meeting addressed several issues, with a primary focus on developing a new cell phone policy in response to state legislation and evaluating the district’s teacher performance pay system.