Morris Area School District

The meeting included presentations regarding an upcoming student trip to Iceland and the district's Achievement and Integration plan. The Board approved the Resolution for Acceptance of Gifts, the final reading of several financial and operational policies, and the 2027-2028 school calendar. Additionally, the Board authorized the implementation of a PreK Summer Sizzle program and approved a bid for the first phase of a roof renovation project.

This strategic plan outlines the vision to become the finest school district in West Central Minnesota. Its mission is to educate and prepare all students for a successful future through academics, activities, arts, and attitude. The plan is built upon core values including honesty, a belief that all students can learn, respect, and teamwork. It emphasizes continuous program development and the importance of strong partnerships with families and the community to support student success and lifelong learning.

Discussions covered Old Business, specifically suggested changes to the Wellness Policy that were approved by the School Board in August 2025. Updates included receiving grants for Physical Education equipment such as Snow Shoes, Pickle Ball, Tennis, and Archery. Regarding Food Service/Farm to School, changes to the food pyramid, allowing Whole and 2% milk, and promotional activities were discussed. For New Business, planning commenced for a Staff Bean Bag Tournament targeted for Elementary and High School levels, with finals scheduled for an Early Out day. The committee also acknowledged the positive reception of last year's Fitness App and suggested bringing back staff massages.

The regular meeting addressed several administrative items, including the approval of the agenda and a Resolution for Acceptance of Gifts. The Board approved the Consent Agenda and reviewed Management and Administrative Reports, as well as School Board committee reports. The Board approved the second and final reading of several policies related to credit for learning, literacy, mandatory summer school instruction, online instruction, and testing out processes. The Board also recognized the first reading of policies concerning expense reimbursement, budget establishment and adoption, budget modification, fund balance, and accounting. Key actions included approving a resolution directing administration to make recommendations for program and position reductions, and approving the FY2025-2026 Revised Budget.

The organization meeting involved several key actions, including the approval of a general leave of absence for a Paraeducator and the approval of the agenda and consent agenda. Board officers were elected by acclamation: Johnson as Chair, Goodnough as Vice Chair, Konz as Clerk, and Seales as Treasurer. The board also established regular meeting dates and times, determined the meeting location to be the High School Media Center, and approved the annual compensation for School Board members and committee stipends. Additionally, the Routine Annual Business list was approved, which included authorizing facsimile signatures, authorizing the Superintendent to invest funds and make electronic transfers, designating official depositories, naming the official newspaper, and authorizing the selection of legal counsel.