Osseo Area Schools — Transcript
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
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Osseo Senior High Celebrates State Track & Field Champions
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Student Initiative Prompts Review of PSEO Grade Weighting Policy
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Osseo School Board Hears Community Concerns Over LGBTQ Programming
School Board Meeting Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Approval of Agenda
Recognition of Board Secretary Sherry Lincoln's Retirement
Audience Opportunity to Address the School Board
Discussion on LGBTQ Programming and Parental Communication
Discussion on District Graduation Rate vs. 10th Grade Proficiency
Votes (1)
To accept the agenda as presented.
Moved by Director Mitchell · Seconded by Director Tate
Notable Quotes (10)
you have just been a steady, consistent, support for all of us.
Sherry's a tough cookie, but you have a big heart, and you're going to be missed, Sherry.
you really keep things on track every single day. Um you keep us organized and informed.
not only do you bring your heart and your kindness and your care for people to the role, but um you are a strong cookie.
PSEO course grades will be weighted on the same scale as advanced placement courses. Respectfully submitted by ISD 279 students and families requesting equitable recognition of all college level coursework.
The number of parents opting out at nearly a thousand is a failure and a bold boundary parents have set.
The board is not above parents. You are educators and we trust you for reading, writing, and basic education to prepare for college.
Public schools should remain neutral on deeply contested moral and religious questions and focus on their primary mission, which is providing quality education.
You put four very good sprinters together, that's when it becomes all the more special and historic. And that's what we saw play out this year for these four girls.
I was confused as to why the district would be celebrating having a district-wide graduate of 85.4% in 2025, yet in that same year, only 50% of district 10th grade students demonstr
People (20)
Acting as chair for the meeting; praised Sherry Lincoln's contributions.
Participated remotely in the meeting; spoke highly of Sherry Lincoln's work.
Seconded the motion to accept the agenda; voted in favor.
Moved the motion to accept the agenda; praised Sherry Lincoln's character and skills.
Confirmed attendance remotely; acknowledged Sherry Lincoln's hard work and broad responsibilities.
Confirmed attendance remotely after initial audio issues; praised Sherry Lincoln's grace and strength.
Present at the meeting; did not speak publicly during the recorded portion.
Attending her last meeting before retirement after 301 meetings; received extensive praise.
Introduced and celebrated state champion athletes and their achievements.
Co-head coach for Osseo Track & Field, recognized for team collaboration.
Coached Peyton Young through her 5-year career, recognized for her dedication.
Coached the state record-breaking 4x1 relay team, recognized for his work.
Recognized for winning state in long jump and being part of the state record-breaking 4x1 relay team.
Recognized for being part of the state record-breaking 4x1 relay team.
Recognized for being part of the state record-breaking 4x1 relay team.
Recognized for being part of the state record-breaking 4x1 relay team.
Requested review of Policy 626 for PSEO course grade weighting, citing fairness and equity.
Criticized communication and content of LGBTQ programming, cited high opt-out rates.
Expressed Christian concerns about public schools promoting ideological viewpoints on sexuality/gender identity.
Questioned the celebration of graduation rates when 10th grade proficiency is low.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (2)
- Regular meeting of Independent School District 279 School Board, June 23rd, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
- Meeting conducted in the boardroom of the Educational Service Center
Ordinances & Resolutions (1)
Request for revision to weigh PSEO course grades on the same scale as advanced placement courses, citing academic rigor, fairness, equity, and state law.