Wayzata Public School District

The document details an interview session with Dr. Rainey Briggs, a finalist for the district superintendent position. The discussion covered the candidate's proposed 90-day entry plan, which is structured in three phases: listening and learning, assess and engage, and plan and act. Key elements of the plan involve gathering information, building relationships, assessing current systems against the district's strategic roadmap (2023-2027), and establishing communication protocols. Guiding principles discussed included achievement, collaboration, community, equity, integrity, and respect. Specific topics addressed included strategies for leading through significant leadership change after 18 years, balancing program sustenance with funding uncertainties by focusing on enrollment and strategic alignment of expenditures, and ensuring outstanding services for students with special education needs through inclusive practices and adequate staffing.

The deliberations focused on the superintendent selection process following candidate interviews and community feedback sessions. Key discussion points included reviewing feedback from the 'Day in the District' activities where candidates toured schools and participated in community interviews. Board members shared observations regarding the strengths of the three finalists: Dr. Rob Virgin, Dr. Renie Briggs, and Superintendent McIntyre. The discussion also covered reports from reference checks conducted for Dr. Virgin and Dr. Briggs, noting their respective strengths in innovation, leadership style, and commitment to equity and student success. The meeting agenda progressed towards the selection of the finalist and setting up the negotiation process.

The meeting primarily focused on the superintendent search process. Key discussion points included reviewing the subcommittee's interview process for semi-finalists, utilizing alphabet identifiers to maintain candidate privacy, and finalizing the schedule for the second round of interviews. The board addressed reference checking procedures, offering an opportunity for non-subcommittee members to conduct external reference checks before the final interviews scheduled for later in the week. Furthermore, details were confirmed for the 'day in the district' engagement activity for the three remaining finalists, which involves school tours and a large group interview with various community representatives.

This document addresses the critical challenges faced by Birch View, Greenwood, Sunset Hill elementary schools, and East Middle School regarding limited kitchen and cafeteria spaces. It highlights the current inability to prepare hot, fresh food due to reliance on satellite schools and constrained facilities. The document advocates for improvements to these spaces through a proposed referendum to create safer and more efficient environments for students and staff both presently and in the future.

The meeting focused on a presentation regarding Career and Technical Education (CTE). The discussion included an overview of the evolution of CTE programming, transitioning from separate departments to integrated career spheres and subsequently to career pathways, which currently encompass over 70 courses designed to align with district strategic goals for student success. The presenters emphasized the use of common language, such as the 'Portrait of Weisetta Graduate,' across CTE programs and community partnerships, including the Compass program's mentor kickoff event. Specific CTE components highlighted included the CTE internship program, the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) course with associated clinical experiences, the Academic Mentoring class with math and writing exploration centers, and the Compass program featuring team-taught, cross-curricular classes offering college credit opportunities.