City Council hears overview of South Washington County Schools
The Woodbury City Council held a meeting on September 25 focused on introducing South Washington County Schools, the region's sixth-largest school district. The presentation outlined the district's mission, scope, and educational programs serving nearly 19,000 students across seven communities.
South Washington County Schools (SoWashCo Schools) presented an overview of its operations and mission to educate students for success. The district serves approximately 19,000 students across 84 square miles, with a service area population exceeding 98,000 residents.
The district covers seven communities in the region: Woodbury, Cottage Grove, Afton, Newport, St. Paul Park, Denmark, and Grey Cloud Island. As Minnesota's sixth-largest school district, SoWashCo Schools operates a comprehensive range of educational programs to serve diverse student needs.
These offerings include traditional elementary, middle, and high schools, as well as specialized programs such as online and alternative high schools. The district also provides transition programming for students receiving special services, early learning programs, adult diploma programs, and community education classes.
The presentation provided the City Council with detailed information about the district's scope and educational mission, helping local officials understand the role SoWashCo Schools plays in the community. No votes were taken during this informational session.
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