December 9, 2024 Regular Meeting of the Board of Education - Part 1
Saturday, March 15, 2025
Inappropriate teacher social media posts regarding immigration
Unconscious bias in school classrooms
Proposed budget cuts for the Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center
Potential closure of the Twin Oaks pool
Truth and Taxation / Property Tax Levy presentation
Approval of amended district budget
Votes (1)
Approval of the agenda
Moved by Director White · Seconded by Director Olstead
Notable Quotes (3)
A teacher meant to provide a safe and nurturing environment not only has openly said such a horrible and hurtful thing publicly.
The district thinks it will save $70,000 per year my document shows how that simply is not the case.
Cutting this program would not save the district any significant money but would cost our students invaluable experiences.
People (11)
Addressed inappropriate teacher social media conduct regarding deportation.
Alleged teacher bias and resistance to inclusivity training.
Stated Wolf Ridge was 100% funded by grants, scholarships, and families this year.
Advocated against unconscious bias in classrooms and warned against dismissive attitudes toward race.
Testified to the personal and developmental benefits of the Wolf Ridge program.
Expressed concern regarding inflammatory Facebook posts by a Jeffers Pond teacher.
Argued Wolf Ridge is essential for student development and challenged budget audit priorities.
Highlighted the social and emotional magic of Wolf Ridge for student growth.
Shared anecdotes about student success at Wolf Ridge, including adaptive sports accessibility.
Argued against Twin Oaks pool closure, citing inaccurate savings estimates.
Presented the Truth and Taxation report regarding state-mandated property tax levy.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (1)
- December 9th Business Meeting of the Prior Lake Savage Area School Board