During a recent school board meeting, several key initiatives and recognitions were discussed, highlighting the district's commitment to community engagement and educational excellence.

The meeting opened with announcements of upcoming events, including a fall choir concert scheduled for October 10th at 7 PM in the Iron Auditorium, featuring performances from three choirs and a guest choir from Bethel. Additionally, the student council is organizing a fall food drive, known as the trigger canning event, where members will collect non-perishable food donations door-to-door. Another community-focused event, \"trunk or treat,\" is being planned in collaboration with the National Honor Society, aimed at fostering club involvement in the community.

The fall musical is set to debut on October 31st, running through the weekend, with tickets available for purchase on the Iron Hill Grama website.

In terms of financial contributions, the board acknowledged nine gifts totaling $12,190 for schools and programs, alongside 18 gifts amounting to $23,058 for the Ralph Reader food shelf. The board recommended accepting these gifts and expressed gratitude to the donors.

Superintendent Lennox delivered a report celebrating significant achievements within the district. Chippewa Middle School has been recognized as a 2024 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, marking it as the third school in the district to receive this honor. Irondale and Mountain View High Schools were also commended for being named to the College Board's 2024 AP Honor Roll, acknowledging their efforts in expanding access to Advanced Placement courses.

Furthermore, the Mounds View School District Orchestra Grama received the 2024 Meritorious Orchestra Program Award from the Minnesota String and Orchestra Teachers Association, recognizing the program's excellence and its positive impact on students and the broader string community in Minnesota.

The meeting concluded with the approval of the consent agenda, ensuring the smooth continuation of district operations. The next work session is scheduled for November 7th, followed by the regular meeting on November 12th.