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After pitches from three firms, Forest Lake board asks members to vet MSBA and Ray & Associates

Forest Lake Area School Board · February 13, 2026
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Summary

Following presentations by MSBA, Ray & Associates and School Exec Connect, the board agreed to pursue further reference checks. Several members said MSBA and Ray & Associates were the preferred finalists; concerns focused on consultant availability, travel costs and whether lead consultants would be dedicated to a single Forest Lake search.

Board members discussed three firms that presented for the superintendent-search contract and agreed to collect references and return the matter at the next meeting.

MSBA emphasized community engagement opportunities, virtual access for public participation, a one-year coaching guarantee for the hired superintendent…

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