School Board Policy Committee Meeting April 7, 2026 Review of Policies A Policy 608: Instructional Services – Special Education Moore: Does a child 0-6 yrs old need a diagnosis for services? Special Education Specialist: They have their own criteria Moore: Does that diagnosis stick beyond age 6? Special Education Specialist: The policy sunsets after that age. … Continue reading Observer Report: Faribault School Board, 4.7.26
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Observer Report: Faribault School Board, 4.5.26
Agenda items/Business Observations: Part 1: We build, we rise presentation (math style for learning), Lincoln Elementary School A focus on math and expectations/goals - Implementation steps; look at data, pose a question, analyze data (root, cause, analysis), and find out the why, create a plan for growth, finalize/share/launch plan. Three legs of mathematical rigor, asked … Continue reading Observer Report: Faribault School Board, 4.5.26
Observer Report: Faribault School Board Meeting, 3.16.26
Call to Order: Chair John Bellingham presided over the meetingPresentations and Reports Faribault High School Presentation – Principal Mr. Malter Presented on the school’s mission – every student gets a high-quality instruction, focus on positive relationships, want to emphasize belonging and respect, etc. Highlighted the importance of positive relationships and clear communication with all stakeholders … Continue reading Observer Report: Faribault School Board Meeting, 3.16.26
Observer Report: Faribault School Board, 2.17.26
I. Call to Order II. Approval of Agenda IV. Items of Information IV.A. School Board Members Director Moore: There is a sharp divide on the board about ICE. It is important for students to know their rights. We should have a day to study the Constitution. V. Public Comment Courtney Pear and Caroline Treadway: Both … Continue reading Observer Report: Faribault School Board, 2.17.26
Observer Report: fARIBAULT Public Schools, 10.27.25
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 656 REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Monday, October 27, 2025 ~ 5:30 p.m. ~ Regular Board Meeting Faribault District Office Call to Order: John Bellingham called the meeting to order. All members are present. Student representatives, Zamara Williams and Essa Alli are also present. Agenda Approval: Chair John Bellingham noted that there … Continue reading Observer Report: fARIBAULT Public Schools, 10.27.25