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City
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Cottage Grove
Enrollment
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19,578
NCES ID
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2733810
Number of Schools
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28
Total Staff
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2,407.53
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
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This First Amendment modifies and extends a School Bus Transportation Contract between South Washington County - Independent School District No. 833 and Minnesota Coaches, Inc d/b/a Hastings Bus Company. It extends the contract for the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 school years with options for two additional 2-year terms. Key changes include updated service duration, minimum/maximum service levels, payment terms, a new clause for changes in laws and regulations, and a fuel escalation clause. Exhibit A, detailing specific rates for various transportation services (regular daily routes, midday routes, paraprofessionals, summer school, and charter trips) for the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 school years, is also amended and attached.
This document, "EXHIBIT A", details the rates for student transportation services provided by the Contractor to the School District for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years, concluding on July 31, 2027. It covers various services including regular daily routes (Sp Ed and Gen Ed), midday routes, paraprofessional/bus aide services, summer school transportation (at 92.5% of regular rates), and charter trips. Rates for FY 2025-2026 are specified, while FY 2026-2027 rates are pending determination, subject to a 3.0% or CPI increase.
This agreement between South Washington County Public Schools ISD 833 and Twin City Transportation, Inc. outlines the provision of student transportation services. Effective July 1, 2017, for an initial four-year term with automatic renewals, the contract details compensation based on a 'Type III Rate Sheet' (Schedule 1) with an annual 2% increase. Twin City Transportation, Inc. is responsible for providing drivers, aides, and Type III vehicles, operating as an independent contractor, and must maintain insurance coverage exceeding $2,000,000.00 per occurrence.
This document is the Second Amendment to a School Bus Transportation Contract between South Washington County - Independent School District No. 833 and Minnesota Coaches, LLC, d/b/a Big River Bus Company. It extends the contract for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years, with services commencing at the start of the 2025-2026 school year and rates effective through July 31, 2027. The amendment updates insurance requirements, adds new sections on driver qualifications and training, and details service rates for various transportation services for the extended term, noting that some rates for the 2026-2027 school year are yet to be determined.
This contract establishes an agreement between South Washington County - Independent School District No. 833 (the "School District") and Minnesota Coaches, Inc. dba Hastings Bus Company (the "Contractor") for school bus transportation services. The initial term spans the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 school years, with an option for two additional years subject to negotiation. The agreement details the scope of services, vehicle and personnel requirements, insurance obligations, payment terms, safety protocols, and specific service rates for various transportation types (e.g., regular routes, midday, summer school, charter trips) for the initial two-year period, with future rates tied to CPI or negotiation.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from South Washington County Schools
The meeting included reports from the student school board representative regarding experiences with academic courses and the new cafeteria. Workshop items covered the use of artificial intelligence in district schools and open enrollment parameters for the upcoming academic year. Information items provided a financial update, a budget adjustment update, and the first reading of proposed policy changes. Reports from the superintendent and board members highlighted the opening of a new life skills program, legislative advocacy updates, an advisory committee meeting, and safety training initiatives for member districts. The board also conducted a closed session regarding the superintendent's evaluation.
The meeting focused on updates regarding district summer programming. Presentations were provided on summer learning initiatives, including credit recovery efforts, targeted services for elementary and middle school students, and middle school success strategies. The board also reviewed the Extended School Year (ESY) program for special education, detailing services provided and work-based learning opportunities. Additional topics included the Kids Club summer care program, highlighting staffing, training requirements, accreditation, and daily enrichment activities, as well as an overview of summer athletics, enrichment classes, and aquatics programs offered through community education.
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The meeting focused on the district's approach to artificial intelligence (AI) in education, specifically reviewing Policy 625. Key topics included the human-AI-human framework for responsible AI use, ensuring equitable access to technology, and establishing AI literacy expectations across different grade levels. The board discussed guidelines for AI implementation, the distinction between student-facing and operational AI tools, and the role of teachers in setting expectations for AI usage in the classroom.
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