Get AI Briefings, Transcripts & Alerts on Local & National Government Meetings — Forever.
Board spotlights state athletic champions, teacher candidates and summer programs that served 1,474 students
Loading...
Summary
At the Sept. 24 meeting, the board recognized student-athletes who won state titles, honored teacher-of-the-year candidates and heard that 1,474 youth participated in summer enrichment programs while 507 students attended Credit Recovery Academy.
The Roseville Area School Board opened its Sept. 24 session with recognitions for student-athletes and teachers before hearing a staff report on summer programs.
Coach Greg Uland introduced pole-vault state champion Jada Wilson, praising her athletic achievements and school records. "She was the state champion in the pole vault...she holds our school records at 12 feet 3 inches," Uland said, and board members gave the students and coaches a round of applause. Coach Bridal Bailey introduced Robert, noting his cross-country and track state titles and leadership with teammates.
The board also welcomed Minnesota teacher-of-the-year candidates from the district. Kristen Lonetree, a first-grade teacher at Harambee Elementary, said it was an honor to represent Roseville area schools and emphasized the work of many deserving teachers.
Nacita Thomas, executive director of student services, and Cindy Harrison and the community education team presented a summer-programs summary and a short video. Staff reported 1,474 participants in youth enrichment classes, roughly 400 elementary students in Summer Discovery and 67 at Rams, robust adult learning center outcomes including Microsoft Office certifications, and partnerships that offered STEM and social-emotional curricula. Eric Thornton described Credit Recovery Academy: 507 students participated and 463.35 credits were earned over the summer.
Board members thanked staff for the breadth of programming and discussed capacity, recruitment of licensed staff, outreach to increase participation and using video and student stories for promotion. Several directors suggested inviting the board to site visits so trustees can observe programs in action.
The board did not take formal action on the summer programs report; directors commended staff and encouraged continued efforts to expand access and funding.
