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Forest Lake board approves $3,600 in payments for Open Minds and GSA advisers after public comment
Summary
After public comment and debate about potential grievances, the Forest Lake Public School District board voted to approve $3,600 in payments for two noncurricular advisers — the middle‑school Open Minds co‑advisers and the high‑school GSA adviser — with two members abstaining.
The Forest Lake Public School District Board of Education voted to approve $3,600 in payments for noncurricular activity advisers on June 9, following public testimony in support of the clubs and discussion among trustees about potential legal and personnel consequences.
Supporters told the board the Open Minds Club at the district’s middle school and the high school GSA provide safe spaces for students and deserve compensation. “Open Minds Club helps develop a safe and welcoming climate in our school,” said Laura Livermore, a co‑advisor, reading the club’s purpose as posted on the school activity…
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