Monticello School Board Recognizes Leadership, Approves New Banking Provider Amid Budget Discussions

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Monticello School Board highlighted various recognitions, approved a new banking services provider, and discussed future budget plans. Superintendent Eric Olson’s leadership was notably praised, and the board made decisions to ensure fiscal responsibility and innovative educational offerings.

Monticello School Board Advances Superintendent Search with Three Finalists

Overview: The Monticello School Board meeting on February 23rd included discussions on the ongoing superintendent search, the district’s fiscal strategies, community engagement, and educational initiatives. The board announced three finalists for the superintendent position and detailed recent financial donations supporting various school programs.

St. Cloud School Board Tackles Native American Education Needs and Paraeducator Contracts

Overview: The recent St. Cloud School Board meeting delved deeply into the challenges and strategies surrounding Native American education, with discussions on improving resources and staff for American Indian students. The board also approved a new contract for paraeducators, impacting salaries and benefits for numerous employees. The meeting further addressed early childhood programs and district-wide educational goals.

Crisis Go Program Sees Renewed Implementation Amid Safety Initiatives at St. Cloud School Board Meeting

Overview: The recent St. Cloud School Board meeting focused heavily on enhancing safety protocols across the district, notably through the reimplementation of the Crisis Go program, which aims to bolster the security measures within school environments.

Monticello School Board Restores Chair Compensation and Focuses on Student Safety

Overview: In a move during the Monticello School Board meeting on February 2, 2026, members unanimously approved the restoration of the board chair’s compensation to its previous level following a two-year reduction. The decision, embedded in a broader consent agenda, was made amid discussions about the chair’s responsibilities and comparisons to compensation in neighboring districts. Concurrently, the board reviewed policies on student transportation safety, spurred by recent concerns over child supervision.