Mounds View Public Schools — Transcript
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Oath of Office for Newly Elected School Board Members
School Board Organization and Officer Elections
Affirmation of Board Policies
Student Representative Reports from Irondale
Acceptance of Gifts to the District
Superintendent's Report on School Recognition
AMSD and Legislative Update
Northeast Metro 916 School District Update
School Board Member Reports and Community Engagement
Update on Vacant Board Seat
New Board Member Gratitude and Welcome
Votes (2)
Organization of the School Board for the Year
Moved by Alyssa Dar Nelson [0:02:40] · Seconded by Unknown [0:03:00]
The board nominated and subsequently approved new officers for the upcoming year. Nominations included Heidi Danielson for Chair, Shauna Bach for Vice Chair, Jim Day for Treasurer, and Alyssa Dar Nelson for Clerk. No alternative nominations were presented.
Review of 2026-27 Budget Assumptions
Paula Steele presented the foundational assumptions for the 2026-27 budget, which will guide site-specific planning for principles. Key projections include 12,289 weighted pupil units, a 2% increase in the state basic formula, and an inflation-adjusted operating referendum. Priorities emphasize maintaining board-approved class sizes, retaining 9 FTEs for interventions, and sustaining current operational policies like transportation and activity fee waivers. The board members, having previously reviewed these in December and a work session, reiterated their commitment to conservative fiscal responsibility, aiming to be pleasantly surprised by revenue rather than face deficits. Final approval of these assumptions is scheduled for the next meeting on January 27th.
Notable Quotes (2)
For fiscal year 2627, the districtwide weighted pupil units are projected at 12,289. This projection is based on our October 1, 2025 count less our outgoing um senior graduating seniors and our anticipated kindergarten enrollment. We also have strategically increased non-resident enrollment where building capacities allow.
We'd rather be um surprised by more revenue than be in a deficit situation in the fall.
Ordinances & Resolutions (7)
School board ethics policy affirmed by the board.
School board members code of conduct policy affirmed by the board.
Rules governing the transaction of business, affirming Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised as the parliamentary procedure guide.
A biennial, comprehensive survey providing strong data on student well-being and experiences, showing a return to pre-COVID numbers.
Documents being prepared by AMSD for the upcoming legislative session.
A film made by three intermediate school districts (916, 917, 287) about their services, available on the 916 website.
Foundational assumptions for the upcoming fiscal year budget, including enrollment projections, revenue increases, class size targets, and staffing contingencies.