Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from James Schmit’s organization
Jun 9, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Minneapolis Board Of Education Regular Business Meeting
The Board meeting included several recognition presentations for student achievements in sports and academic activities. Key agenda items featured informational reports from the Superintendent on the strategic plan and K-5 English Language Arts curriculum, alongside a first reading of a resolution to amend the wellness policy. The Board also conducted numerous action items, including the approval of a extensive consent agenda comprising personnel transactions, gifts, donations, and a variety of vendor contracts. Furthermore, the Board adopted several resolutions, such as the recertification of population estimates, the authorization of MSHSL membership, and approval of the district budget and capital plan for the upcoming fiscal years. Additionally, the Board took action on the future site for Anishinabe Academy, the next phase of school transformation, a language access plan, and updated expectations for public comments during meetings.
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Minneapolis Board Of Education Policy Committee Meeting
The Policy Committee discussed several key items, including a review of various district policies such as records retention, fund balances, and the Family Medical Leave Act. The committee considered a resolution to amend the district's Wellness Policy, incorporating changes to mental and behavioral health resources and health education requirements. Additionally, the committee reviewed updated draft guidelines for public participation in board meetings, focusing on registration processes, speaker priorities, and conduct expectations.
May 12, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Minneapolis Board Of Education (Special School District No. 1) Regular Business Meeting
The board meeting included presentations from the Superintendent regarding organizational updates, the Anishinabe Academy facility process, and the school transformation process. First readings were conducted for the upcoming fiscal year budget and capital plan. The board discussed potential updates to meeting public comment guidelines. Action items included the approval of human resources transactions, numerous service and construction contracts, and a resolution regarding equal treatment in student transportation funding. Additionally, the board approved resolutions concerning mandated reporting policies and paid leave, and ratified the 2025-2027 bargaining agreement with the Service Employees International Union Local 284.
May 1, 2026·StrategicPlan
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Minneapolis Public Schools Strategic Plan 2023-2027
This document outlines the strategic plan for Minneapolis Public Schools from 2023 to 2027. The plan is dedicated to providing a high-quality, anti-racist, and culturally responsive education for all students, with an intentional focus on significantly improving experiences and outcomes for Black students, Indigenous students, and students of color. It is structured around four primary goals: Academic Achievement, Student Well-being, Effective Staff, and School and District Climate. The guiding principles include Equity, Representation & Anti-Racism, Physical and Emotional Safety & Well-being, Relationships, Trust & Communication, Shared Decisionmaking & Voice, Transparency & Accountability, and Evidence-Based Strategies.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
