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Schoolo Board Meetng April 28, 2026.

Columbia Heights School DistrictWednesday, April 29, 2026
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Swearing in of new school board member

Consent agenda approval

Acknowledgement of monetary contributions

Board member reports

Superintendent report

Student representative update

James R. Hemac Junior Achievement Fund endowment presentation

Full Document Analysis

Votes (3)

Approve the agenda as presented

CarriedVoice vote

Moved by Julie · Seconded by Michelle

Accept the consent agenda as presented

CarriedVoice vote

Moved by Laura · Seconded by Jessica

Accept the resolution for monetary contributions

PassedRoll call

Moved by Laura · Seconded by Julie

Notable Quotes (3)

Compensatory revenue continues to be a serious financial issue for our school district.

— Superintendent Stenvvic
FinanceUpdate on budget advocacy.

Jim came back with a big bang and agreed to donate $200,000 to Colombia public school and start an endowment.

— Bundo Yamboy
EndowmentAnnouncing the Junior Achievement donation.

It's just amazing, especially in a year where we're all kind of all strapped to see them coming out and in the same generous levels.

— Laura
DonationsDiscussing community contributions.

People (6)

JennifisSchool Board Member

Newly elected board member sworn in during the meeting.

Superintendent StenvvicSuperintendent

Provided reports on compensatory revenue and received the Profile and Courage award.

1 quote

“Compensatory revenue continues to be a serious financial issue for our school district.”

Discussing financial challenges during the superintendent report.

Bundo YamboyAssistant Superintendent

Presented on the $200,000 endowment from Jim Hemac.

Jim HemacEntrepreneur/Alumnus

Donor of a $200,000 endowment for Junior Achievement programs.

1 quote

“Give a little and help a lot.”

Describing the philosophy behind his bridge funding and endowment.

Nicole HerieTeacher

Recognized as Teacher of the Year.

KadeStudent Representative

Provided update on Indigenous representation stories.

Places Mentioned

Superintendent's Conference RoomCommunity RoomColumbia AcademyHighland ElementaryValley ViewNorth ParkHighlander Center

Events & Meetings (5)

  • April 28, 2026: Regular School Board Meeting
  • May 12, 2026, 5:00 PM: Subcommittee on Policy
  • May 12, 2026, 5:00 PM: Committee on Community Engagement/Legislative Action
  • May 12, 2026, 6:00 PM: Regular School Board Meeting
  • May 19, 2026, 5:30 PM: School Board Work Session

Ordinances & Resolutions (1)

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Resolution to accept $24,275.35 in monetary contributions for the district.

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