Edina City Council — Transcript
Monday, November 4, 2024
Global Conservation Program Presentation
School District Lice Notification Policy
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Update
Votes (3)
Increase Graduation Credits from 43 to 44
Dissent: Chair Ellenburg and Director Barry voted against the increase.
Moved by Unknown [1:51:13] · Seconded by Unknown [1:51:15]
The board debated whether to increase total credits to accommodate a new state-mandated financial literacy requirement or to reduce Physical Education requirements. Concerns were raised regarding student mental health, academic pressure, and the value of wellness education.
Policy 501: School Weapons Policy Review
Dissent: N/A
Moved by N/A [0:00] · Seconded by N/A [0:00]
The board discussed clarifying the definition of flammable liquids and specifying which administrators (Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, etc.) have the authority to permit lookalike weapons for theatrical purposes. A major point of discussion was state law prohibiting schools from banning legal firearms in vehicles in parking lots.
Sunsetting Policy 607 (Special Accommodation Services)
Dissent: Chair Ellenburg requested additional review time.
Moved by N/A [0:00] · Seconded by N/A [0:00]
Administration proposed rescinding this policy because it is duplicative of Policy 521 (Student Disability and Non-Discrimination).
Notable Quotes (4)
77% of our 11th graders report that they've felt nervous, anxious, or on edge in the last two weeks... the excellence of Edina comes with a cost.
I'm voting tonight to increase our credit loads for several reasons... we know how important physical education is to those well-rounded students.
I was kind of surprised to learn when I was reading this that we may not prohibit lawful carry of firearms in a school parking lot.
I didn't understand why this was being rescinded and I had no idea it had anything to do with 521 so I haven't had a chance to really look to see if there's differences.
Ordinances & Resolutions (4)
Public comment and community interaction guidelines.
School Weapons Policy defining prohibited items and exceptions.
Special Accommodation Services policy proposed for sunsetting due to duplication.
State mandate regarding professional development for the science of reading.