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Cannon Falls School Board roundup: calendars, coaching, personnel resolutions and a new scholarship approved
Summary
At the Cannon Falls School Board meeting, members approved 2026–29 calendars, the 2025–26 spring coaching list, multiple personnel non‑renewal resolutions and a $1,000 scholarship from the Goodhue County American Dairy Association; routine finance and consent items also passed.
The Cannon Falls School Board approved a bundle of routine and governance items including the 2026–2029 school calendars, the 2025–26 spring coaching roster, multiple administrative personnel resolutions, and a one‑year $1,000 scholarship from the Goodhue County American Dairy Association.
Calendars: Administration presented survey results (361 responses; 53.5% in favor of the submitted calendar that includes a two‑week earlier start). The board approved the multi‑year calendars and was reminded that state approval is required; the state typically provides a 45‑day review once the application is submitted.
Finance and consent: The business manager reviewed ordinary cash‑flow items and noted a retainage payment for a roof project remains outstanding until final completion. The finance report and consent agenda (which included a retirement recognition of a teacher with 37 years in the profession and multiple gift acknowledgements from community donors and the Ed Foundation) were approved by voice vote.
Personnel resolutions: The board considered several resolutions related to termination and non‑renewal tied to licensure processes for probationary or out‑of‑field teachers (the administration described these as administrative/licensure steps rather than disciplinary measures). The named staff members listed during the meeting included Lauren Emerson, Kathleen Ruanna, Jake Franson, Erica Cleaver, Amanda Burns and Madison Shanks; each listed resolution was taken up and approved as presented.
Athletics and programming: The board approved the spring coaching list with limited turnover and thanked volunteers and staff for stepping into coaching roles for the coming season.
Scholarship: The board accepted a $1,000 scholarship from the Goodhue County American Dairy Association for the current year; the board noted the gift will be administered via the district process.
The meeting proceeded to a closed session after brief board member remarks and community updates.
