St. Cloud School Board Approves Safety and Facility Upgrades Amid Budget Discussions

Overview: The St. Cloud School Board meeting on April 16, 2025, covered several topics, with a focus on approving safety and facility upgrades at Apollo High School following the successful passage of two referendum questions. The meeting also addressed the non-renewal of certain teachers’ contracts, the approval of the 2025-2026 compensatory revenue plan, and ongoing facility improvements across the district.

Sartell-St. Stephen School Board Faces Leadership Stalemate Amidst Trust and Communication Challenges

Overview: The Sartell-St. Stephen School Board is grappling with a leadership stalemate, which included an inability to elect a chairperson after 33 votes, highlighting underlying issues of trust and communication within the board. This impasse, indicative of a broader “storming” phase in the board’s development, has prompted discussions about alternative leadership structures and the necessity for improved dialogue among members.

St. Cloud School Board Tackles Literacy Initiatives Amid Budget Concerns

Overview: At the latest meeting of the St. Cloud School Board, discussions focused on implementing the Minnesota Read Act, evaluating literacy curriculum interventions, and addressing potential budget shortfalls. Updates were provided on literacy initiatives, including the challenges in training and curriculum selection, while budgetary concerns were raised regarding a projected $900,000 shortfall.

Sartell-St. Stephen School District Secures Concurrence Status, Showcases Student Achievements

Overview: The Sartell-St. Stephen School Board meeting highlighted the district’s recent achievements, including securing concurrence status with the Minnesota Department of Education, celebrating student successes across various programs, and discussing legislative updates that may impact future funding and assessments. The meeting also featured community engagement efforts and recognition of notable contributions from staff and students.

St. Cloud School Board Launches “Say Something” Program to Enhance Student Safety

Overview: The recent St. Cloud School Board meeting focused on the launch of the “Say Something” program. This initiative, part of a wider Department of Justice-funded effort to curb school violence, will be rolled out to students from sixth to twelfth grade, providing them with tools and resources to report concerns effectively.