Delano School District — Transcript
Monday, July 27, 2026
Resolution of Gifts
Personnel Items
Superintendent's Report
Director of Finance and Operations Report
Director of Community Education Report
MASCO Board Report
Annual Minnesota State High School League Resolution
2026 Community Ed Handbook Approval
Cardio Emergency Response Plan Approval
Superintendent Search Process
Votes (6)
Resolution of Gifts
Dissent: None
Moved by Ryan [N/A] · Seconded by Sarah [N/A]
The board reviewed a detailed list of donations from patrons like Delano Elementary PTO, Delano Tiger Athletics Booster Club, Adam Frederickson, Brian Roars, Delano Basketball Association, Drama Boosters, Delano Education Foundation, and Odell Slutton, specifying amounts and purposes such as field trips, athletic overages, lacrosse fence, busing, and Tiger Tracks Coordination.
Personnel Items for the Month
Dissent: None
Moved by Rachel [N/A] · Seconded by Corey [N/A]
Discussion highlighted the upcoming retirement of Superintendent Matt Shane at the end of the year, with an appreciation for his contributions to building the district and plans for a celebration.
Annual Minnesota State High School League Resolution
Dissent: None
Moved by Jess [N/A] · Seconded by Corey [N/A]
The item was presented as an annual, routine approval that had been discussed in a previous work session.
2026 Community Ed Handbook
Dissent: None
Moved by Ryan [N/A] · Seconded by Sarah [N/A]
Abby had presented this handbook in past work sessions, and it was attached for board review prior to the meeting.
Cardio Emergency Response Plan
Dissent: None
Moved by Rachel [N/A] · Seconded by Jess [N/A]
The discussion noted the extensive work by Christa to develop and implement the plan, including training for emergency response and AED usage across all school buildings.
Contracting with Ray and Associates for Superintendent Search
Dissent: None
Moved by Ryan [N/A] · Seconded by Corey [N/A]
This item was a follow-up to previous work session discussions regarding the impending retirement of Superintendent Matt Shane and the need to initiate a search for his replacement.
Notable Quotes (1)
He is retiring effective the end of the year. And we, again, this will be the first of many times. We appreciate you and thank you for all that you've done to um, continue the tradition of building a great district for the community of Delano.
Ordinances & Resolutions (6)
Official approval of various donations received by the school district.
Monthly report and approval of staffing changes, including retirements.
Annual approval of the district's participation and adherence to MSHSL rules.
Official handbook outlining policies and programs for community education for 2026.
District-wide plan for cardiac emergency response, including AED training and protocols.
Agreement to engage a consulting firm for the superintendent search.