New Principal Named for Maple Grove Elementary School
Patrick Smith has been appointed principal of a new elementary school under construction in Maple Grove, according to an interview conducted at the groundbreaking site.
Smith brings 10 years of elementary principal experience to the position. He previously served as principal at Basswood Elementary for six years and held a similar role for four years in the Robbinsdale School District, where he also worked as a teacher and instructional assistant.
The new principal expressed enthusiasm about the project during an interview with Dr. Kim Hy. "This has been a career dream of mine for many, many, many years," Smith said. "And for it to actually come to fruition is pretty exciting."
Starting July 1, 2025, Smith plans to involve the community in foundational decisions for the school, including selecting a name, school colors and mascot. He described these elements as part of "a collective effort to create really the foundation of what's to come."
The school appears to be part of the OIO Area Schools district, though construction timeline and opening date were not specified in the discussion.
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