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Superintendent updates district staffing, curriculum and construction at July meeting
Summary
Superintendent Lewis introduced new staff, reported curriculum updates on literacy and math, and Assistant Superintendent Rochelle Cox gave construction project updates; Lewis also flagged Open Meeting Law changes and potential withholding of federal funds.
Superintendent Lewis used the July 15 business meeting to introduce several new or reassigned staff and to brief the board on multiple district matters. Lewis welcomed Angela McShane from the clerical bargaining unit, introduced Coach Kynadi Johnson in a new Student Recruitment and Retention role, and announced Kitty Hallin Payne as Assistant Principal at Fridley Middle School. The transcript notes the clerical bargaining unit unanimously approved the 2025–27 Clerical Master Agreement prior to board action.
Curriculum Coordinator Kirsten Wickman gave an update on literacy and math initiatives and staff introduced AVID Certified Educators. Assistant Superintendent Rochelle Cox reported on district construction projects. Lewis also summarized attendance at the AASA Women's Leadership Network Conference, mentioned an SRO presentation to the Fridley-Columbia Heights Rotary and noted an expectation of withheld federal dollars that the district is monitoring.
