Board completes annual evaluation of Superintendent Dr. Michael Rivard

The Sartell‑St. Stephen School Board completed its annual evaluation of Superintendent Dr. Michael Rivard during the June regular meeting, summarizing strengths and three goals identified in the review.

Acting Chair Tricia Mealing, Vice Chair Matt Morley, Treasurer Chelsea Phelan, Clerk Emily Larson and Director Jen Smith attended the review. The board reported that Rivard effectively addresses board inquiries, communicates with the community about district affairs, and has implemented consistent staff performance‑evaluation systems across the district.

The board lso recorded three goal areas from the evaluation: school board inquiries and development, informing the community as a whole, and staff evaluations. In a written summary read into the record, members stated confidence in Rivard nd praised his steady leadership that "aligns with the district's vision of being future minded and student focused." The evaluation was handled in accordance with Minnesota statute cited by the board for post‑meeting review procedures.

No formal personnel action was taken at the meeting; the evaluation was entered into the board—ile and will inform future goals and performance conversations.