Delano School Board Meeting - April 28, 2025

Monday, April 28, 2025

ReadAct implementation and K-3 screening protocols

Literacy coordinator program review

National History Day student achievements

Consent agenda: minutes and financial reports

Acceptance of gifts resolution

Personnel matters and retirements

Superintendent's update on district vision, mission, and strategic directions

Legislative session updates and education budget concerns

High school report: Multilingual seals program

Areas of Interest (4)

Delano Public Schools achieves historic National History Day results, sending three projects to national finals.
The district successfully implemented the state's new ReadAct literacy requirements in its first year.
Superintendent outlines new strategic plan focusing on 'Tiger' core values and fiscal responsibility amid potential 2027-29 budget deficits.
District leadership warns of potential state funding 'cliff' due to legislative budgetary challenges.

Votes (3)

Approval of the consent agenda

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Ryan · Seconded by Cory

Acceptance of gifts resolution

Passed6-0 (Zo, Black, Roser, Morela, Shast, Baker)

Moved by Board Member · Seconded by Board Member

Approval of personnel matters

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Black · Seconded by Jessica

Notable Quotes (2)

It's actually the most common vowel sound in the English language.
— Diane

Literacy/CurriculumExplaining the schwa sound.

Our district mission which is really the district's core purpose is to empowering every learner to achieve their highest potential.
— Superintendent Sheen

GovernanceAnnouncing the new district mission statement.

People (5)

DianeLiteracy Coordinator

Presented on ReadAct implementation, staff training, and literacy intervention strategies.

1 quote

“It's actually the most common vowel sound in the English language... when a vowel says uh or I instead of its typical sound.”

Explaining the concept of a schwa sound.

Superintendent SheenSuperintendent

Led discussion on district mission, vision, and legislative budget challenges.

1 quote

“Whenever you feel that you feel that that's your true passion and purpose and never going to allow anybody not to to go back into the classroom.”

Discussing Diane's decision to return to teaching.

Heidi O'DonnellTalent Development Specialist

Announced student success in National History Day competitions.

Teresa CampbellSixth Grade Language Arts Teacher

Co-presented on student history projects and state competition results.

Sandy MeersonDistrict Staff

Acknowledged for 32 years of service to the district upon retirement.

Places Mentioned

Delano Elementary SchoolDelano Intermediate SchoolDelano High SchoolMinneapolis Convention CenterWashington DC

Events & Meetings (4)

April 28, 2025: Board Meeting
May 19, 2025: Legislative Adjournment Deadline
June 30, 2025: State Fiscal Year End
June 2025: National History Day Competition in DC

Ordinances & Resolutions (1)

Resolution of the acceptance of gifts

Acceptance of donations from Charities Aid Foundation ($22), DISP ($500), and Loretto Lions Club ($3,000).

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