School Board Meeting - Jan. 20, 2026

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Public comment regarding teacher immigration and job loss

Student report on upcoming school activities

Superintendent report on school security and ICE concerns

Board discussion on legal counsel oversight

Minnesota School Board leadership conference presentation

Board consent agenda approval

School board member committee assignments

Pre-sale report on district bond issuance

Votes (3)

Approval of tonight's agenda

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Director · Seconded by Director Hawker

Approve consent agenda items A, B, C, E, and F

Passed6-0 (1 abstention)

Moved by Director Lowour · Seconded by Not specified

Approve school board member committee assignments (Item D)

PassedNot specified

Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Director Hucker

Notable Quotes (2)

If federal law enforcement were to come to one of our schools, the district is prepared. Staff are trained to follow established protocols.

Superintendent Funk
School SafetyAddressing immigration enforcement fears.

I personally heard from Senator Amy Klobuchar's office, Senator Tina Smith's office, and Congresswoman Betty McCollum's office that they heard our community voices.

Molly McCertie Yates
AdvocacyDemonstrating community organizing.

People (6)

AuroraStudent

Presented on student activities and school device policy.

Jodi ZazbaRepresentative, Ellers

Presented the bond sale pre-report.

Places Mentioned

Lake Elmo ElementaryStillwater Public SchoolsLily Lake ElementaryJX Venue, Stillwater

Events & Meetings (2)

  • January 6: Email notification regarding teacher absence
  • Pre-meeting: Student and staff school board conference presentation
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School Board Meeting - Jan. 20, 2026 - Lake Elmo Recorder