School superintendent welcomes students, highlights major building improvements
Brooklyn Park City Council heard from AC area schools Superintendent Dr. Kim Hiel on Wednesday as she welcomed students back to the new academic year and outlined an ambitious district-wide construction plan. The superintendent emphasized the district's commitment to inclusivity while announcing 66 building projects expected to be completed by 2027.
Dr. Hiel opened the meeting with a message focused on community values, telling AC area school students that they are entering an environment where "everyone is valued and heard." She stressed the importance of fostering a "one community for all" atmosphere where every student's voice and identity matter for their growth and exploration.
Beyond the welcoming remarks, Hiel highlighted significant infrastructure improvements underway across the school district. She credited community support for enabling these projects, which began over the summer and include outdoor classrooms, library media centers, maker spaces, and classroom additions.
The scope of the district's building initiative is substantial. In total, 66 projects are anticipated for completion by 2027, representing a major investment in school facilities across the AC area. The superintendent's remarks suggest these improvements are part of a long-term strategy to modernize and expand the district's physical infrastructure.
The meeting reflects the district's dual focus: creating an inclusive educational culture while simultaneously upgrading the physical spaces where students learn. With construction projects spanning multiple years, families in the AC area schools can expect ongoing changes to school buildings and grounds as the district works toward its 2027 completion target.
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[0:01] [Music]
[0:07] Hello ACI area school students. I'm
[0:09] Superintendent Dr. Kim Hile and I am so
[0:12] excited to welcome you back to another
[0:14] amazing school year. At AC area schools,
[0:17] everyone is valued and heard and that
[0:19] means students, staff, and families
[0:21] alike. That's the heart of one community
[0:24] for all. Your voice matters and who you
[0:27] are matters. Whether you're exploring
[0:29] new subjects, joining a club or team,
[0:31] making new friends, or trying something
[0:33] for the first time, you belong here.
[0:37] It's an exciting time to be part of our
[0:39] school district. Thanks to the
[0:41] community's generous support,
[0:42] significant building improvements are
[0:44] happening. Over the summer, this
[0:46] included outdoor classrooms, library
[0:49] media centers, alongside maker spaces,
[0:51] and classroom additions. By 2027, a
[0:55] total of 66 school building projects are
[0:57] expected to be completed. So, if a
[0:59] project hasn't started at your school
[1:01] quite yet, know that you'll see
[1:03] improvement work starting soon. So,
[1:06] let's fill this year with curiosity,
[1:08] kindness, learning, and memories
[1:10] together. We can't wait to see the
[1:12] amazing things you'll do. Let's go. See
[1:15] you soon.
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