January 5, 2026 Westonka School Board Meeting

Sunday, January 11, 2026

Organizational meeting and oath of office

Election of board officers (Chair, Vice Chair, Clerk, Treasurer)

Approval of consent agenda

Facilities and construction progress reports

Bond sale financial report and debt service savings

READ Act dyslexia screening implementation

Vocational program updates (Construction Trades)

Medical careers program expansion and grant funding

Student activities and academic achievements reports

Votes (2)

Approval of the agenda

CarriedMajority

Moved by Chair · Seconded by Board member

Adjournment of organizational meeting

CarriedMajority

Moved by Chair · Seconded by Board member

Notable Quotes (2)

I had a moment that has now been etched into the permanent archives of the United States.

Nick Peterson
Civics and student experiencePublic comment regarding his experience at the 2025 presidential inauguration.

We were able to capture about $350,000 in debt service savings.

Matthew
Financial reportReport on the success of the bond market issuance.

People (8)

Gary WnerBoard Chair

Elected as board chair during the organizational meeting.

HeidiBoard Vice Chair

Elected as vice chair; administered oath of office to board members.

LaurenBoard Clerk

Nominated as school board clerk in absentia.

Rob HarrisonBoard Treasurer

Elected as school board treasurer.

Kevin BorgSuperintendent

Oversees district operations and construction projects.

Nick PetersonAlumnus (Class of 2010)

Shared experience regarding his attendance at the 2025 presidential inauguration.

MatthewFinance Representative (Millers)

Presented the bond sale results and debt savings.

MarkTeaching and Learning Lead

Presented updates on the READ Act and vocational career pathways.

Places Mentioned

West Tanka School DistrictConference room AGra View schoolBuck HillPowder RidgeWild Mountain

Events & Meetings (6)

  • January 14: Facilities committee meeting
  • January 23: Teaching and learning board meeting
  • February 5: Finance committee meeting (7:30)
  • February 9: Policy committee meeting (5:00 pm)
  • February 9: Regular board meeting (6:00 pm)
  • January 27: Medical careers round table (5:00-6:00 pm)
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January 5, 2026 Westonka School Board Meeting - Minnetonka Beach Recorder