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Principal: RISE program could let students access virtual courses, needs assessment required
Summary
Principal Mrs. Klobuchar reported meeting with Courtney Mullin of the RISE program, which helps schools fund technology and collaborate with nearby districts to offer virtual classes; the program will require a needs assessment to determine technology gaps.
Principal Mrs. Klobuchar told the board she met with Courtney Mullin, who works for the RISE program, to discuss options for offering virtual classes in collaboration with area schools. According to the report, the RISE program helps schools secure funding for technology and creates networks for course sharing; Mrs. Klobuchar said a needs assessment would be required to identify what the district must provide to participate.
Board members asked for particulars about what the needs assessment would cover and where funding would come from; the minutes record discussion of the program’s ability to link districts with similar needs but do not specify next steps or a formal vote. The report was provided for informational consideration during future planning.
