ISD 728 School Board Meeting September 14, 2026

The ISD 728 School Board meeting held on September 14, 2026, primarily focused on community concerns regarding student safety and staffing issues, particularly related to the Adventure Club program. The board also discussed upcoming community meetings to inform voters about a proposed bond referendum aimed at addressing capacity, safety, and programming deficiencies in district facilities. The referendum includes funding requests totaling approximately $195 million for new school buildings and renovations. Additionally, the board approved three policies as part of their three-year review cycle and adopted board goals for the year. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to discussing a proposed amendment to the Minnesota State High School League bylaws concerning the participation of transgender athletes in girls' sports. The board debated the legal and policy implications, ultimately emphasizing that no changes would take effect until state law changes, and expressed concerns about the appropriateness of the amendment process. No direct contract awards or procurement decisions were made during this meeting, but the bond referendum discussion signals potential future capital improvement projects and related procurement activity.