September 28, 2026 - School Board Work Session

The ISD 624 School Board Work Session on September 28, 2026, featured updates from Lincoln Elementary and Matoska International on enrollment, student achievement, instructional goals, the Explorations and dual-language immersion programs, and student belonging. District staff also reviewed assessment data and improvement goals, including implementation of new K–8 math curriculum and LETRS training; no related purchases, contracts, bids, or procurement votes were identified.

The board received an informational overview of a proposed Minnesota constitutional amendment that voters will consider in November 2026. It would increase annual distributions from the Permanent School Trust from 2.5% to 4.5% based on a three-year average; the district’s estimated allocation would rise from $565,000 in 2025 to approximately $839,559 in 2027. Staff clarified that the district would provide information only and would not advocate for or against the measure. No spending or procurement action was taken at the work session.