Edina Public School Board Meeting February 10th, 2020
Monday, February 10, 2020
Approval of minutes from January 7, 9, 13, and 19
Consent items: Student travel and parent advisory
2021 Budget development presentation
Technology, community education, and student support budget overviews
Renovation bid approval
Strategic plan directions
Policy 601 review and discussion
Enrollment and mobility reports
Expenditure reports and radon testing
Establishment of polling places
Votes (2)
Amend the agenda to remove achievement/integration plan and add establishment of polling places
Moved by Board Chair · Seconded by N/A
Approve meeting minutes from January 7th, 9th, and 13th
Moved by Board Member · Seconded by Board Member
Notable Quotes (3)
We have an equity program that is not only widened that achievement gap overall but parents of color and equity experts have openly objected to this.
Edina is the only school out of 37 metro schools that does not give students a choice.
My daughter doesn't have a voice I need your help being her voice.
People (12)
Reviews agenda, manages presentation schedules and district budget discussions.
Participating via teleconference; all votes require roll call.
Advocates for parents; criticizes district equity programs and curriculum effectiveness.
Questions board adherence to governance policy and procedures regarding Policy 601.
Criticizes the delay in implementing Policy 601 and lack of academic choice for 10th graders.
Advocates for special education funding and restoration of budget cuts.
Describes the benefits of the Peer Insight program for his daughter, Michaela.
Concerned about the elimination of summer programming for special needs students.
Member of Peer Insight; supports maintaining special education funding.
Peer Insight member; describes impact of inclusive programming on life perspective.
Peer Insight member; highlights social connections built through the program.
Peer Insight member; supports special education funding for extra-curricular inclusivity.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (1)
- Monday, February 10th - Board Meeting
Ordinances & Resolutions (1)
Academic policy regarding course choice and honors enrichment.