Lac qui Parle Valley School Board Approves Business Manager Change Amid Declining Enrollment

Overview: The Lac qui Parle Valley School Board meeting addressed several issues, including the transition to a shared business manager with Minnewaska Area Schools, a concerning decline in student enrollment, and discussions on student performance metrics, particularly in reading and math. The board also explored strategic plans to close achievement gaps and enhance early childhood education readiness.

MACCRAY School Board Addresses Harassment Policy and Zero Graduation Rate Reporting Glitch

Overview: During the MACCRAY School Board meeting, the main topics of discussion included updates to the harassment policy, inaccuracies in graduation rate reporting, and several operational improvements within the district. The board focused on ensuring compliance with state laws regarding harassment, clarifying the reasons behind a reported zero graduation rate, and discussing facility enhancements and staff training initiatives.

Lac qui Parle Valley School Board Unveils Strategic Roadmap with Focus on Curriculum and Community Collaboration

Overview: In its recent meeting, the Lac qui Parle Valley School Board approved a comprehensive strategic roadmap for 2025 to 2030, aiming to enhance student achievement through a robust curriculum, boost college and career readiness, improve communication, and foster a supportive learning environment. This roadmap, developed with input from students, staff, families, and community members, outlines the district’s goals and direction for the next five years.

MACCRAY School Board Delays Student Handbook Approval Due to Missing Copies

Overview: In a recent MACCRAY School Board meeting, members decided to delay the approval of the student handbook until they could review a physical copy. This decision stemmed from concerns about approving the document without having seen it, despite assurances that no substantial changes had been made from the previous year except for an update to the discipline matrix.

MACCRAY School Board Explores Therapy Dog Program to Support Student Mental Health

Overview: In a recent meeting, the MACCRAY School Board delved into the potential benefits of implementing a therapy dog program to support student mental health, among other topics. The board considered a presentation on the use of therapy dogs in educational settings, a discussion on facility improvements, and updates on staffing and finances.