Center-based Special Education Programming - The superintendent will ensure implementation of Center-Based programming across ISD 728 beginning in the fall of 2025. Implementation of this programming will provide specialized instruction to students in self-contained classrooms within a mainstream school community.
Level IV Special Education Programming - The superintendent in partnership with the Facilities Committee will provide the school board options for how to address the creation of a Level IV special education facility no later than January 1st, 2026. Options may include budgetary considerations, efficiency improvements, and programmatic changes.
The Minnesota Reading to Ensure Academic Development (READ) Act establishes comprehensive requirements for schools to enhance literacy instruction and ensure students achieve reading proficiency.
Partnership
Community Engagement: Foster partnerships with local businesses, organizations, and families seeking out opportunities to represent the school district at community meetings/functions. Superintendent to track these events and update the board mid year and at the end of the year.
Operations
Facility Planning - By the end of the 2025-26 school year, the superintendent will provide the school board with a 5-10 plan to address projected capacity concerns in the southern portion of the school district and other facility related recommendations.
