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Hopkins School Board Meeting February 10th, 2026

Hopkins Public SchoolsWednesday, February 11, 2026
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Superintendent search update

Bond referendum and capital projects levy update

Long-term facilities maintenance (LTFM) program update

Referendum phasing and construction planning

Pathfinder projects overview

User group design process

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Notable Quotes (3)

The referendum work is a rare and deeply meaningful opportunity to improve large scale across the entire district.

— Zad Lindseay Kureshi
Bond ReferendumOpening remarks on the referendum scope.

It's never going to be cheaper to build the project than it is today.

— Jake Berg
Cost and InflationJustification for scheduling construction volume.

All of the Pathfinders were developed by our teachers in partnership with Fielding International.

— Dr. Mary Perry Reed
PathfindersClarifying the origin of school design models.

People (9)

AndreChair

Hopkins School Board Chair, facilitated the meeting.

1 quote

“I think all of them. Could you talk a little bit about what that is for the benefit of the community please?”

Asking about the 'Pathfinder' school projects.

Rachel HartlandTreasurer

Participating remotely via Google Meet.

Dr. Mary Perry ReedAdministrator

Introduced the referendum project team.

1 quote

“These uh resources will ensure that our schools have the safety features and other modernizations.”

Reflecting on the bond referendum benefits.

Jake BergProgram Manager

Leading the referendum implementation.

1 quote

“The large spike is in 2027. That was very purposeful.”

Explaining the construction volume spike in 2027.

Zad Lindseay KureshiDesign Project Manager

Leading design process and user groups.

1 quote

“The metaphor that might be helpful to describe how we approach design is a funnel.”

Explaining the design distillation process.

Andy FieldsLTFM Project Manager

Oversees long-term facility maintenance.

1 quote

“Our goal is to make sure that you don't have to dip into your unassigned accounts to pay for projects.”

Explaining the importance of a thoughtful LTFM plan.

John BenPresident

Lead of Site Logic, provided executive assurance.

1 quote

“You will have all the resources necessary to make this a very successful project.”

Assuring the board of project success.

Gino MazaliBuildings and Grounds Lead

Intricately involved in construction and maintenance.

John WedIT/Information Services Lead

Leads IT and infrastructure planning.

Places Mentioned

North Middle SchoolHopkins High SchoolGatewood Elementary School

Events & Meetings (2)

  • February 10, 2026: Hopkins School Board Workshop
  • February 13, 2026: Superintendent Search Planning Meeting
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