School Board Meeting Recap - March 23, 2026
Thursday, March 26, 2026
Achievement and Integration (A & I) plan adoption
Building reservation and stadium rental fee adjustments
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) pathway grant acceptance
Areas of Interest (3)
- Bloomington schools increase facility rental fees to combat rising operational and utility costs.
- District receives $160,000 state grant to bolster EMS career pathways amidst workforce shortages.
- New three-year A&I plan adopted to align with district-wide strategic goals for student success.
Votes (3)
Approval of the three-year Achievement and Integration (A & I) plan
ApprovedNot specified
Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified
Increase building reservation and stadium rental fees
ApprovedNot specified
Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified
Accept $160,000 grant from Minnesota Department of Education
AcceptedNot specified
Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified
Notable Quotes (1)
This grant is so important because it will help educators address staffing shortages in the EMS workforce.
EMS pathway grantDiscussing the $160,000 grant from the Minnesota Department of Education.
People (2)
Tom BennettSchool Board ChairPresented highlights of the March 23rd school board meeting.
Presented highlights of the March 23rd school board meeting.
Eric MelbyeSuperintendentCo-presented meeting recap regarding board approvals and grants.
Co-presented meeting recap regarding board approvals and grants.
Places Mentioned
Bloomington Public SchoolsBloomington Career and College Academy
Events & Meetings (2)
- March 23rd school board meeting
- April 15th effective date for stadium rental fee increases