Amy Rice

The meeting involved the approval of the agenda and consent agenda items, which included the minutes from the November 20, 2025, meeting, the Detail Payment Register, personnel resignations, and the approval of FMLA leave for a staff member. Luke Greden from CliftonLarsonAllen LLP presented the ZED Annual Audit. The Treasurer's Report and Budget Report were presented by the SMS Business Manager. The Executive Director provided updates on enrollment figures, the success of the Adopt A Family event, the upcoming final MARSS submission for the December 1st child count, participation in the Creative Writing Contest, recognition of the first-quarter Above and Beyond Award winners, and the provision of free eye exams and glasses to students by the Zumbro Valley Medical Society of MN, alongside ongoing food pantry support. Key actions included the approval of Policy #524 (Internet Acceptable Use and Safety Policy) and the approval of the ZED Annual Audit.

The Zumbro Education District Board meeting included discussions and actions on various topics. An update was provided on enrollment numbers, the impact of the government shutdown on food supplies, and the success of a food drive launched by the Futures/SUN social worker and Student Success Specialist. The board also discussed the use of a private company for its Paid Leave Plan and acknowledged the Creative Writing Contest. Additionally, the board approved Policy #721 regarding federal revenue sources and had a first reading of Policy #524 concerning internet acceptable use and safety. The LTFM Proposal was also approved.

The Zumbro Education District Board meeting included updates on on-site programs, a treasurer's and budget report, and a director's report. The director's report covered enrollment numbers, grant applications, a book study by the ZED Cabinet, and information on Minnesota's new Paid Leave Policy. The board also discussed potentially pursuing Long-Term Facility Maintenance (LFTM). Additionally, the board conducted a first read of Policy #721 regarding federal revenue sources and approved the 2025-2026 ZED Seniority Lists.

The meeting included a presentation of the Treasurer's Report and Budget Report, as well as the Director's Report, which mentioned a resurfacing project on Hwy 57, a new hire orientation, and the ZED Cabinet retreat. MDE has approved a new/universal dyslexia screener for grades 4-12. New legislation requires that all paraprofessionals complete the READ Act training by 7/1/26.

The meeting included updates on the Birth - 3 Program, ZED Itinerants, and the implementation of Infinite Campus. The Treasurer's Report and Budget Report were presented. The Director's Report included information on the Highway 57 resurfacing project, current enrollment numbers, grant funding, the Gifted and Talented Program, dyslexia screening using Capti Read Basix, and ZED's Special Education programs. The board also discussed the ZED LTFM Proposal, which was tabled until the November meeting.