9.22.25 WM School Board Meeting
Monday, September 22, 2025
Special Education Program Review
2025 Payable 2026 Levy Certification
Acknowledgement of Donations, Contributions, and Fundraising
Areas of Interest (5)
- Special education department reports record-breaking $219,000 in MA billing revenue despite budget pressures.
- Concerns raised over potential funding cuts to Carver County mental health therapists.
- State legislature’s Blue Ribbon Commission aims to cut $250 million from special education by 2028-2029.
- District adopts new 'paper-light' digital framework for student records to improve efficiency.
- School board certifies a 1.2% levy increase for the 2025-26 budget cycle, maintaining historical stability.
Votes (3)
Approval of agenda and addendums
Moved by Miss Danielson · Seconded by Miss Gatsco
Approval of consent agenda
Moved by Mr. Burns · Seconded by Miss Nton
Approve the 25 payable 26 levy at the maximum amount
Moved by Mr. Felt · Seconded by Miss Schultz
Notable Quotes (3)
If we could have like a team sport, they would be the they'd win state.
Yes, we use the word disability because it's what is required, but really I always look at it as a different ability.
I have FAS... it's hard with math, reading, and a lot of things. It's also hard to focus and sit still.
People (6)
RandySpecial Education DirectorPresented the annual special education program review and data metrics.
Presented the annual special education program review and data metrics.
Jennifer SlipkaEarly Childhood Education LeadDiscussed early childhood special education and family engagement.
1 quote
Discussed early childhood special education and family engagement.
“For many families, we're the first phone call they ever get from the school district.”
Describing the role of early childhood special education.
Amy MantHigh School Special Education LeadDiscussed high school program transitions and unified club activities.
Discussed high school program transitions and unified club activities.
IsabellaStudentShared her personal experience with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and the benefits of the Unified program.
Shared her personal experience with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and the benefits of the Unified program.
Mr. NetskiFinancial Consultant (SMS)Explained the 2025 payable 2026 levy certification details.
Explained the 2025 payable 2026 levy certification details.
Mr. SchulerDistrict AdministratorPresented financial data and donation acknowledgements.
Presented financial data and donation acknowledgements.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (1)
- Monday, September 22nd, 2025, 6:00 p.m.