Roseville Area Schools — Transcript
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Student and Coach Recognition
Annual Alternative Teacher Professional Pay System (ATPPS) Report
Superintendent's Performance Evaluation Summary
Approval of Proposed Budget for 2026-27 School Year
Study Session Report
Votes (3)
Acceptance of Sherry Sheehan's Retirement
Moved by Unknown [1:02:18] · Seconded by Unknown [1:02:40]
The board formally accepted the retirement of Sherry Sheehan, an ABE teacher at Banneker Tetteh Education Center, recognizing her 17 years of service to the district.
Approval of Gifts to Roseville Area Schools
Moved by Unknown [1:02:18] · Seconded by Unknown [1:02:40]
Todd Thompson presented a list of generous donations from various community members and organizations, including Premier Bank, Barbara Esselman, SVL Inc., Jerry and Lori Zeldin, Northeast Metro Golden K Kiwanis Club, Gertens, Frostbite LLC, Safari Club International, Brock and Maureen Lindstedt, Min Don, RAZ FireBears Robotics team, and Karen Doherty. These gifts supported programs like Meals on Wheels, school libraries, recess equipment, teacher wish lists, track teams, volleyball programs, debate tournaments, and robotics.
Approval of Proposed Budget for 2026-27 School Year
Moved by Clerk Clark [2:06:58] · Seconded by Director Anderson [2:07:07]
Director Thompson presented the preliminary budget for the 2026-27 school year, outlining projected revenues of $183.6 million and expenditures of $196.4 million, leading to an estimated drawdown of $12.7 million across all funds. Discussion focused on the general fund balance (projected at 6.5%, meeting policy), the impact of declining enrollment and inflation on state funding, the separate allocation of capital projects levy funds, and the health of other funds like food service, community service, and dental insurance. Board members emphasized the need for legislative advocacy in St. Paul and the potential benefits of the Land Grant Amendment. A request was made to update the name of the 'Gifted and Talented' fund to 'Advanced Academics and Talent Development'.
Notable Quotes (5)
Declining enrollment is certainly a factor. And then also the fact that the state funding has not kept up with inflation. I mean it is really a is also a very large factor.
So, that would bring us, I'm estimating um at least $500,000.
The truth is that if that amendment passes, it will change the formula with which the land trust monies are distributed to schools. Correct. And so, every school across the entire state will get more money without a single penny increase in anyone's taxes anywhere in the state.
And we are able we are um competitive. We are able to recruit and retain across the board. So, I think that we need to look at that too in making that investment in people.
Um and the and the restricted funds, gifted and talented, uh I assume that's like codes and stuff. Can we is it possible to change the name to advanced academics and talent development?
Ordinances & Resolutions (9)
Adopted in mid-August of the previous year, this rubric has four domains (student academic success, cultural competence) and is a key focus of the ATPPS program for fidelity of implementation.
A statutory requirement outlining the effectiveness and impact of the district's voluntary professional development and pay system for teachers.
A 50-page document detailing the proposed budget for all funds for the 2026-27 school year, made available to the board and public.
A capital projects levy successfully passed by voters in November, with funds reserved for technology and safety/security improvements.
A potential constitutional amendment that, if passed, would change the formula for distributing land trust monies to schools, potentially doubling funds for districts like Roseville without increasing taxes.
A review of the current state of library media services across the district, identifying differences in staffing, funding, and student access, leading to recommendations for future improvements.
A recommendation for HNU Construction to serve as the construction manager advisor for the three-year LTFM project at Parkview Center School.
A district policy requiring the general fund balance to be at 6% or higher, which the 2026-27 budget projects to maintain at approximately 6.5%.
Legislation or initiative related to reading proficiency (specifically 'read by third grade'), impacting curriculum and intervention strategies.