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The board approved the 2025–2027 paraeducator contract covering roughly 285 FTE (~341 employees), setting new starting rates ($16.75–$20.75), eligibility‑based increases, insurance contribution changes, and an estimated two‑year package cost of 6.09%.
Minnesota / School Boards / St. Cloud Public School District
Administration presented four ANI goals aiming to raise graduation rates to 85% for identified student groups by 2029, reach 50% third‑grade reading proficiency for targeted students, expand dual‑enrollment from 11% to 25%, and increase teachers of color from 8.5% to 9.5% by May 2029.
Minnesota / School Boards / St. Cloud Public School District
District presenters described ECFE, screening and preschool programs serving about 767 preschool‑age students and outlined a Friday preschool pilot and staffing shifts intended to eliminate a three‑year‑old waitlist affecting roughly 742 families.
Minnesota / School Boards / St. Cloud Public School District
The Native American Parent Advisory Committee (NAPAC) told the board it voted nonconcurrence, cited gaps in access to data and funding information, and recommended at least three dedicated American Indian education staff including a leadership role and two liaison positions.
Minnesota / School Boards / St. Cloud Public School District
At its Feb. 4 meeting the St. Cloud Public School District board approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda, unanimously approved a two‑year tentative custodial agreement (combined 2‑year cost 6.37%), and approved a revised board policy 4.10 to align family and medical leave with new statutory requirements.
Minnesota / School Boards / St. Cloud Public School District
St. Cloud Public School District operations staff updated the board on transportation, facilities, nutrition and security work, citing a 144‑vehicle daily fleet, more than 2,000,000 square feet of facilities, and about 1.8 million meals served in 2024–25. Presenters emphasized safety, preventative maintenance and student supports.
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Assistant superintendent Dr. Jason Harris briefed the board on middle‑level (grades 6–8) course offerings and registration for 2026–27, highlighting core tracks, new elective rotations (including theater), honors distinction options and supports for transitions and students with IEPs.
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The board approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda (personnel and financial items) by voice/roll call following motions by Scott and second by Natalie; the regular meeting adjourned and the work session convened to review Policy 6.24.
Minnesota / School Boards / St. Cloud Public School District
District staff reported growth in the Central Minnesota Virtual Academy (CMVA), described pathways for full‑time and part‑time students, attendance tracking via Schoology, hotspots/devices for connectivity, counseling interventions and that 92% of full‑time seniors are on track to graduate.
Minnesota / School Boards / St. Cloud Public School District
Director Donna Roper briefed the board on district work to integrate AI into classrooms responsibly: a 'human‑AI‑human' framework, teacher professional learning (Dec. 5 changemaker sessions and Jan. 20 application day), priorities on data privacy and verification literacy, and plans to review MSBA policy guidance.