Minnetonka School Board Study Session and Special Meeting June 18, 2026

The Minnetonka School Board held a Study Session and Special Meeting on June 18, 2026, focusing primarily on curriculum resource updates and human resources initiatives. The board reviewed proposals for new and updated curricular materials across social studies, elementary Spanish, visual arts, and business courses, with plans to seek formal approval in the August meeting. Additionally, the Human Resources department presented a comprehensive report on recruitment and retention efforts, highlighting partnerships with universities, job fairs, social media campaigns, and the recent implementation of an upgraded HRIS system (Skyward Q) to improve staff management and engagement. The meeting also included approval of collective bargaining agreements for paraprofessionals and office assistants, featuring salary schedule increases and enhanced compensation for special education paraprofessionals to remain competitive with comparator districts. These agreements were unanimously approved with one abstention due to a conflict of interest. The meeting concluded with the approval of the consent agenda and adjournment.