2026_02_23 SFAS School Board Meeting
Monday, February 23, 2026
Saint Award Recognition for Students
Public Comment on Teacher and Staff Contract Negotiations
Staff Recruitment and Retention Issues
School District Budget and Financial Transparency
Concerns Regarding Educational Assistant Compensation
Review of Past Legal Fees and Political Influence on Policy
Consent Agenda Approval
Retrospective Approval of Dance Team State Tournament Request
Votes (2)
Adoption of the agenda for February 23rd
Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified
Approve consent agenda minus item 5.7
Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified
Notable Quotes (2)
We have $39,23.13 in legal fees because of that choice [illegal book policy].
Sartell increased their salary schedule by $41,000. St. Francis... is at the bottom with $5,815.
People (14)
2025-2026 MSHSL AAA award recipient
2025-2026 MSHSL AAA award recipient
2025-2026 MSHSL Excel Award recipient
2025-2026 MSHSL Excel Award recipient
Concerned about high turnover and lack of contract negotiations
Questioning allocation of $31 million in investments vs tax increases
Point of contact for financial inquiries
Discussing financial impact of past illegal book policy and political pressure
Warning against cutting intervention staff due to long-term academic costs
Advocating for fair contracts after 35 years of service
Discussing teacher salary deficits compared to neighboring districts
Advocating for competitive pay to retain staff
Discussing physical dangers and low pay for EAs
Advocating for safe classrooms through support for EAs
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (1)
- February 23rd School Board Meeting