Mahtomedi Public Schools School Board Meeting February 24, 2025
Monday, February 24, 2025
Native American Parent Advisory Committee (NAPAC) Annual Compliance
Student Council and District updates
Superintendent’s report on awards and achievements
Board member calendar review
Second reading of district policies
Approval of February 2025 donations and grants
Approval of 2025-2026 budget reductions and adjustments
Areas of Interest (5)
- District faces $2 million budget deficit requiring staffing reductions and increased activity fees.
- NAPAC expresses desire for more student voice within their advisory committee.
- Debate over increasing activity fees despite district already having some of the highest fees in the area.
- Real World Design Challenge team heads to Nationals after winning state for the 10th/11th time.
- Concerns regarding transparency in elementary class size adjustments post-pandemic.
Votes (1)
Approval of donations and grants for February 2025 ($448,219)
Moved by Director · Seconded by Director Donna
Notable Quotes (2)
Our napac voted in concurrence so they feel that the district and our school board are meeting the needs of our Native American students.
Like most school districts in Minnesota we're facing challenging budget times right now.
People (5)
Ali MidbrookDistrictwide Social Worker / NAPAC RepresentativePresented the NAPAC annual report and resolution of concurrence.
1 quote
Presented the NAPAC annual report and resolution of concurrence.
“This year um after that discussion and looking at some data our napac voted in concurrence”
Confirming the committee believes the district is meeting the needs of Native American students.
MaxStudent Council RepresentativeProvided updates on student activities, sports, and school events.
Provided updates on student activities, sports, and school events.
BarbSuperintendentDelivered district report and proposed budget reduction strategies.
1 quote
Delivered district report and proposed budget reduction strategies.
“For this year we're looking at an estimated budget reduction of about 2 million”
Outlining the district's financial constraints.
Director DonnaBoard MemberInquired about NAPAC participation levels.
Inquired about NAPAC participation levels.
Director ReaganBoard MemberAsked about new topics/needs from the advisory committee and course enrollment thresholds.
Asked about new topics/needs from the advisory committee and course enrollment thresholds.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (4)
- March 19th: Summer registration opens
- March 28th: Middle school performance of Shrek Jr.
- April 11th: High school career internship and volunteer fair
- May 2nd-4th: Real World Design Challenge Nationals in D.C.
Ordinances & Resolutions (1)
Graduation requirements policy update regarding elective and credit clarification.