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August 11, 2025 - Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

Prior Lake-Savage Area SchoolsTuesday, August 12, 2025
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Prior Lake High School student trip to Germany

Superintendent's report on community events

Open forum on LGBTQ+ student support and district language

Public notice regarding police investigation at Thomas Ryan Memorial Field

Approval of new Executive Director of Administrative Services

Extension of interim administrative services appointment

Enrollment history and state audit reporting processes

Full Document Analysis

Votes (4)

Approve the agenda

Passed6-0

Moved by Director Atkinson · Seconded by Director Bullion

Accept the consent agenda

Passed6-0

Moved by Mary · Seconded by Jess

Accept Robert Coularn as Executive Director of Administrative Services

Passed6-0

Moved by Amy · Seconded by Jess

Extension of interim executive director term

Passed6-0

Moved by Mary · Seconded by Amy

Notable Quotes (3)

I am here tonight to ask the board members to stop using language that hurts our students and families.

— Becca Moser
LGBTQ+ Student SupportDiscussing Director Atkinson's past social media posts.

When we fail to nurture all young people, we face not only a moral dilemma but serious economic consequences.

— Mary Anne Vanasi
Student RetentionPresenting research on LGBTQ+ student outcomes.

I come saddened to read the news of a situation within our beloved Prior Lake and Savage community. I would like to give a PSA to the knowledge of an open investigation.

— Jason Anderson
Safety/Public SafetyAnnouncing a police investigation at a community field.

People (7)

WhiteBoard Chair

Moderates the Board of Education meeting.

Dr. ThomasSuperintendent

Presents school reports and event updates.

Becca MoserResident

Advocates for respectful language regarding LGBTQ+ students.

1 quote

“I am here tonight to ask the board members to stop using language that hurts our students and families.”

Addressing board members regarding past anti-trans rhetoric.

Mary Anne VanasiResident

Cites data on LGBTQ+ student dropout rates.

1 quote

“When we fail to nurture all young people, we face not only a moral dilemma but serious economic consequences.”

Quoting research on the economic impact of student dropout rates.

Jason AndersonResident

Reports on an open police investigation at Thomas Ryan Memorial Field.

Robert CoularnExecutive Director of Administrative Services

Introduced as the incoming administrative director from Rochester Public Schools.

RyderDirector

Reports on enrollment numbers and state audit processes.

Places Mentioned

Prior LakeSavageCredit RiverSpring Lake TownshipGermanyThomas Ryan Memorial Field

Events & Meetings (3)

  • August Board of Education Meeting
  • August 18: Back to school celebration
  • August 26: All staff welcome event
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