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A board member said the decision to discontinue gymnastics “was not taken lightly” and described the action as a budget-driven determination: the program was judged no longer sustainable in the district’s current budget. The board placed the item on the agenda at the request of board members so the community would have a transparent explanation beyond social media reports.

Board members said community members had asked whether the district could pursue a co-op so gymnastics could continue. The board reported it had contacted staff in a neighboring district often identified in public discussion as Cassin. According to the board member’s account, the neighboring district’s activities director or other staff had expressed interest informally, but the neighboring district’s superintendent and board had not extended an invitation and had indicated they were not interested in entering a co-op with Stewartville. The board explained that a formal co-op requires a vote of the neighboring district’s board to extend an invitation; the district will not typically solicit co-ops in reverse. The board emphasized that any co-op would require approval by both districts’ boards.

Current funds held in the district’s athletics account — referred to in the meeting as the “900” account — were described as offered to each athlete who was on last year’s gymnastics team to use for club lessons, camps or gymnastics fees. Board members said that offer remains available to athletes who were on last year’s team but that money cannot be used to support future athletes who join a co-op; new participants would have to pay any fees required by a co-op arrangement. The board noted that co-ops can shift competition classification and cost responsibilities, including transportation, coaching fees and equipment costs, and that those financial and classification implications would be made by the partner district.

The board did not take a vote on continuing or reinstating the gymnastics program at this meeting. Members noted that, if the board wished to pursue a formal request for a co-op, the matter would need to be added to a future agenda and would require a board vote and corresponding action by the other district’s board.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","School Board Meeting 08-25-2025","oneSentenceSummary","The Stewartville Public School District board explained that gymnastics was removed from the budget for financial reasons, described limitations on pursuing a cooperative with a neighboring district and confirmed existing funds set aside for athletes from last season.","taxTitle","STEWARTVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota","taxId",65612,"location","Minnesota","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":44,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6489803,"Stewartville board approves adult meal and admission prices, accepts donations; reviews facilities and contract negotiations",103,291000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5681150-6c2c7737a5254a722c21fb8738d99330&start=291&end=394","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5681150-6c2c7737a5254a722c21fb8738d99330/thumbnail_291000.jpg","/articles/6489803/Minnesota/Stewartville-board-approves-adult-meal-and-admission-prices-accepts-donations-reviews-facilities-and-contract-negotiations","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6489803-3717324f4f284025e40f61f650e7ae4b/orig.mp4?Expires=1775557318&Signature=X7AZxlvOo3liID4ZqmQR6AhrHVapOYx3WbeDabVyya~XzV7SNYoa8c6BTChe~TuPMx77IXDy0B29HCbqRryPwzzus6F2i4HRAEFQxik4DiNWfNVha0wLzlxtGxxXTuThFV-kdfEDXG3kWNJ-TL25ZzKZWcJnBur4NH0hfnH17wMogqwj7cB1OfOdezhnyyOW-u-cmoh84-NhL~Ejk1WA62yChqyxYjksl0UJ~zi3AiEe2tH5GkHf9ZhmVK5XuyKz8fpOIafiTJJN-6HlvaGAwOkotfRvLL3ka6gUn-mUn5Wcd13klwMgIWOp8Aafeko3Jzv5sw9MnYA2zzfEU~LLVw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Stewartville Public School District board approved several routine items and reviewed facility and labor negotiation updates at a regularly scheduled meeting.

Trustees voted to approve changes to adult meal prices and to align athletic admission prices with the Minnesota State High School League regular-season rates, accepted multiple donations to the district, and passed the consent agenda. Board members also discussed new rules for use of the district’s new turf and track and received an update on ongoing bargaining with employee groups.

The board approved the agenda at the start of the meeting (motion by Mr. Welch, second by Mr. Geist) by a 6-0 vote. The consent agenda (items A–D) was approved by motion of Mr. Geist and seconded by Ms. Kiefer, 6-0. A resolution accepting donations for athletics and back-to-school supplies was moved by Mr. Laumann, seconded by Mr. Geist, and approved 6-0 (one board member was absent). The board approved the proposed adult meal prices (motion by Mr. Geist, second by Ms. Kiefer) by a 6-0 vote. Trustees also approved admission prices to match the Minnesota State High School League and the HVL conference, including changing adult admission from $7 to $8, with student admission remaining at $5 and senior admission remaining at $1; that motion passed 6-0.

Board members emphasized that student meals will continue to be provided at no cost to eligible students and that the adult meal-price action applies only to nonstudent (adult) meals. A board member said, “Students will still eat free. This is just the adult meal prices.”

Facilities committee members described new, stricter rules for the district’s turf and track to protect the investment. The rules prohibit stakes in the turf because of irrigation piping, forbid cleats (except approved track spikes) on the track, limit infield access to competing athletes during events, and require prior approval for vehicles or other activity that could damage the field. Board members said the restrictions are intended to allow the new turf to “take root” and to preserve the field for many years.

On labor negotiations, the board reported it is continuing talks with the teachers’ union, the educational support staff union and administrative assistants; language in agreements is largely complete and the board is now considering financial packages. A board member who attends Minnesota State High School League meetings also reported on recent rule changes and scheduling matters discussed at the regional MSHSL meeting.

Votes at a glance:
- Agenda approval — motion by Mr. Welch; second Mr. Geist; tally: 6 yes, 0 no; outcome: approved.
- Consent agenda (items A–D) — motion by Mr. Geist; second Ms. Kiefer; tally: 6 yes, 0 no; outcome: approved.
- Resolution accepting donations (athletics, school supplies) — motion by Mr. Laumann; second Mr. Geist; tally: 6 yes, 0 no; outcome: approved (one board member absent).
- Adult meal prices — motion by Mr. Geist; second Ms. Kiefer; tally: 6 yes, 0 no; outcome: approved.
- Athletic/admissions prices (align with MSHSL/HVL; adults $7→$8; students $5; seniors $1) — mover/second on record; tally: 6 yes, 0 no; outcome: approved.

The meeting adjourned at 7:24 p.m.","At a Stewartville Public School District board meeting, trustees approved adult meal and admission prices, adopted a resolution accepting donations for school programs, and reviewed facilities rules and contract negotiations. The board also discussed track/field usage policies ahead of the fall season.","actionData","errors"]

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Stewartville board discusses discontinuing gymnastics program, explores co-op options and one-time athlete funds

Stewartville board approves adult meal and admission prices, accepts donations; reviews facilities and contract negotiations