Shakopee Public Schools Board Meeting - January 27, 2025
Saber Pride National Mentoring Month student partner spotlight
Consideration of the meeting agenda
Public comment regarding elementary specialist schedule changes
Proposal for new elementary specialist rotation structure
Impact of potential PE and Music program cuts
Elimination of the media program in elementary schools
Full Document Analysis
Votes (1)
Approval of the January 27, 2025 meeting agenda
Moved by Aldrich · Seconded by Peterson
Notable Quotes (3)
I never in a million years thought shaki would propose to decrease by end time. Behaviors will increase, focus and attention will decrease.
I have been dreaming about my turn to join the fifth grade band with my friends... please don't take away my chance.
While most staff agree that the specialist schedule needs to change this new proposal greatly reduces the amount of PE.
People (6)
SmithBoard ChairChairs the Shako School Board meeting.
Chairs the Shako School Board meeting.
TiffanyStaff/PresenterLeads the mentoring month presentation.
1 quote
Leads the mentoring month presentation.
“Mentoring happens at every single phase of Education... in every building.”
Explaining the ubiquity of mentorship in the district.
Amy KeanSr. Marketing/Communications SpecialistRepresents the healthcare partnership.
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Represents the healthcare partnership.
“They have such a fresh outlook on things... it's been really eye opening.”
Discussing the value of student perspectives in healthcare.
Robin HansenPhysical Education TeacherPE teacher at Sweeny Elementary since 2003.
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PE teacher at Sweeny Elementary since 2003.
“I speak tonight for the kids who struggle with attention and focus who need the movement offered in gym.”
Advocating against proposed cuts to physical education time.
Julie SpindlerMusic EducatorParent and music educator with 26 years of experience.
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Parent and music educator with 26 years of experience.
“It would be devastating to The District Band program for years to come if any of these three components were cut.”
Defending the importance of the 5th grade band program.
Sarah BuberMedia SpecialistMedia Specialist at Red Oak and Eagle Creek Elementary.
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Media Specialist at Red Oak and Eagle Creek Elementary.
“Please give Elementary staff the ability to learn about this plan and provide input before a decision is made.”
Requesting a delay on the vote regarding specialist changes.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (1)
- January 27, 2025 - Shako School Board Regular Business Meeting