Fridley Public Schools — Transcript
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
School Calendar Adjustment
Budget Reductions and Compensatory Aid
School Safety and Support Services
Construction Updates
Student and Staff Achievements
Legislative Update and Advocacy
Votes (5)
25-26 School Calendar Adjustment
Dissent: None
Moved by Ms. Shriner [10:04] · Seconded by Ms. Jones [10:07]
Dr. Cochran presented a proposal to adjust the current school year's calendar by moving the final school day for pre-K through 11th grade students to June 8th. This was to correct a clerical error that resulted in teachers being scheduled for two more working days than their contract (185 days) due to mandatory professional development days required by the READ Act. The change ensures teachers meet their contractual obligations, preserves non-work days in June, and allows for earlier notification to families. Seniors' graduation date (June 5th) remains unchanged.
Resolution to Terminate and Non-Renew Teaching Contracts for 2025 and 2026
Dissent: None
Moved by Anna [53:00] · Seconded by Ms. Jones [53:03]
This item involved a formal resolution regarding the non-renewal of contracts for specific non-tenured probationary teachers for the upcoming school years.
Second Reading and Adoption of Policies 305 and 306
Dissent: None
Moved by Anna [53:30] · Seconded by Ms. Shriner [53:35]
The board considered and adopted Policy 305 (Policy Implementation) and Policy 306 (School Administrator Code of Ethics) after their first reading at a previous meeting.
First Reading and Adoption of Policy 722
Dissent: None
Moved by Ms. Yang [54:30] · Seconded by Ms. Jones [54:35]
Policy 722, pertaining to Public and Data Subject Requests, was presented for its first reading and subsequent adoption.
Consent Agenda
Dissent: None
Moved by Anna [55:00] · Seconded by Ms. Shriner [55:05]
The consent agenda bundled several routine administrative items for collective approval, including a training session, new contracts, amendments, leaves of absence, resignations, retirements, terminations, and the statement of insurances for special education funds.
Notable Quotes (2)
So, we are proposing that the final day of school for pre-K through 11th grade students be moved to Monday, June 8th. So, what that would look like, seniors graduate still on Friday, June 5th.
Lori is going to push um send and that gives our families even more notice. So, it'll go to staff and then to families translated and she will do that while I update it on SOD if board is willing to adjust.
Ordinances & Resolutions (11)
State legislation that required professional development days, leading to calendar adjustments.
Individualized Education Program; legal standards that must be followed for students served under these plans.
Visa program used to bring teachers to the district.
District's Strategic Operating Directive or budget reduction plan, designed in partnership with the Minnesota Department of Education.
Policy concerning Policy Implementation.
Policy concerning School Administrator Code of Ethics.
Policy concerning Public and Data Subject Requests.
Proposed constitutional amendment on the November ballot to modernize the school trust fund investment and increase per-pupil funding.
Successful local voter initiative that included a levy and a $30 million bond exchange for facility improvements.
State legislative item supported by the district but currently unfunded.
Application for special education funds, approved as part of the consent agenda.