Meeting Agenda
1. Call To Order
 
2. Roll Call of Attendance
 
3. Approval of Agenda
 
4. Board Calendar Dates
 
5. Questions and/or Comments from Citizens Present on Non-Agenda Items
6. Presentations and Discussion Items
 
6.1. Literacy and Math Update
 
6.2. Recognition of Retirement
 
7. Superintendent's Report
 
8. Approval of the Consent Agenda
 
8.1. Minutes 
8.2. Payment of Bills and ACH Payments
8.3. Personnel
9. Action Items
 
9.1. Retirements (10+ Years)
9.2. Adopt Proposed Policy Modifications
9.3. Approval of School Board Policy
9.4. FY25 Budget Revision
9.5. FY26 Budget Approval
9.6. FY26 Tuition, Membership, and Access Fees
9.7. Approval of Food Service Agreements
9.8. Approval of Math Curriculum
9.9. Approval of Avanti Center Agreement to Provide Educational Services
9.10. Approval of Contract between Northeast Metro 916 and Independent School District 14
9.11. Approval of Canvas Health Contract 
9.12. Approval of Bamboo Professionals Contract
9.13. Approval of CDW Quote
9.14. Approval of Apple Contract
9.15. Approval of Tenant Improvement Cost Agreement for Metro Heights Academy ALC
10. Board Forum
 
11. Adjournment
 
Agenda Item Details Reload Your Meeting
Meeting: June 4, 2025 at 6:00 PM - Regular School Board Meeting
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1. Call To Order
 
Speaker(s):
Forsberg
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2. Roll Call of Attendance
 
Speaker(s):
Rebelein
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3. Approval of Agenda
 
Speaker(s):
Forsberg
Recommended Motion(s):
  1. Approval of Agenda
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4. Board Calendar Dates
 
Speaker(s):
Forsberg
Description:

Monday, June 9, 2025 - 916 Foundation Golf Tournament at Oak Marsh Golf Course, Oakdale
Wednesday, August 6, 2025 - School Board Meeting at 6:00 p.m. 
 
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5. Questions and/or Comments from Citizens Present on Non-Agenda Items
Speaker(s):
Forsberg
Description:

Visitors attending the meeting who wish to address the school board on any issue that is not on the agenda may do so at this time. We ask that you complete the Request to Address the School Board form linked here prior to the school board meeting.
 
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6. Presentations and Discussion Items
 
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6.1. Literacy and Math Update
 
Speaker(s):
Scott Thomas
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6.2. Recognition of Retirement
 
Speaker(s):
Val Rae Boe
Description:
 
Shanaya Walker will introduce the recognition for: 
Dan Naidicz
 
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7. Superintendent's Report
 
Speaker(s):
Boe
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8. Approval of the Consent Agenda
 
Speaker(s):
Forsberg
Recommended Motion(s):
  1. The Superintendent recommends the School Board approve the Consent Agenda as detailed in the enclosure.
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8.1. Minutes 
Description:

Meeting Minutes from May 7, 2025. 
 
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8.2. Payment of Bills and ACH Payments
Description:

$3,593,238.15 for check numbers *603261 - 603305, ACH payments and Wires except for voids as marked on the check register.
 
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8.3. Personnel
Description:

Employment, Re-hire, Resignation/termination, Retirement, Eliminate Positions, Adjust Hours/FTE, Individual Contracts, Reassignments/Transfers, Rescind Non-Renewal, Probationary Terminations, New Positions
 
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9. Action Items
 
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9.1. Retirements (10+ Years)
Speaker(s):
Boe
Description:

Dan Naidicz, Assistant Superintendent, has provided the school district with 15 years of service. His retirement date is June 13, 2025.

Chris Summerfield, Education Assistant Specialist, has provided the school district with 10 years of service. His retirement date is June 6, 2025.
 
Recommended Motion(s):
  1. The recommendation is, the School Board accept the resignations listed above upon the occasion of their retirement.
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9.2. Adopt Proposed Policy Modifications
Speaker(s):
Boe
Description:

School Board Policy 208 states: If a policy is modified with minor changes that do not affect the substance of the policy or because of a legal change over which the school board has no control, the modified policy may be approved at one meeting at the discretion of the school board.

Policy 304: Superintendent Contract, Duties, and Evaluation
Policy 408: Subpoena of a School District Employee
Policy 531: The Pledge of Allegiance
 
Recommended Motion(s):
  1. The recommendation is, the School Board adopt the policies as revised.
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9.3. Approval of School Board Policy
Speaker(s):
Kumlien
Description:

This policy was presented for a first reading at the May 7 Board Meeting and no changes have been made:

Policy 721: Uniform Grant Guidance Policy Regarding Federal Revenue Sources

 
Recommended Motion(s):
  1. The recommendation is, the School Board adopt the policy as presented.
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9.4. FY25 Budget Revision
Speaker(s):
Kumlien
Description:

Northeast Metro 916 has been awarded grants throughout FY25. The attached budget revision includes the additional revenues and expenditures reflected in the FY25 budget. 
 
Recommended Motion(s):
  1. The recommendation is, the School Board approve the revised 2024-25 budget for Northeast Metro 916 as attached.
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9.5. FY26 Budget Approval
Speaker(s):
Kumlien
Description:

Budget approval is obtained in June of each year in order to proceed with the financial operations of the District after June 30. A first reading of the FY26 budget was held at the May 7 Board Meeting.
 
Recommended Motion(s):
  1. The recommendation is, the School Board approve the 2025-26 budget for Northeast Metro 916 as attached.
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9.6. FY26 Tuition, Membership, and Access Fees
Speaker(s):
Kumlien
Description:

Northeast Metro 916 Intermediate School District annually sets rates for tuition, membership and access fees. The attached tuition rates and fees will be applied during the 2025-26 fiscal year. 
 
Recommended Motion(s):
  1. The recommendation is, the School Board approve the tuition, membership and access fees for 2025-26 as attached.
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9.7. Approval of Food Service Agreements
Speaker(s):
Kumlien
Description:

Northeast Metro 916 contracts with member districts to provide food services for the students in our programs located across multiple member districts.

Centennial ISD #12 and Karner Blue Education Center 
Columbia Heights ISD #13 and Metro Heights Academy
Roseville ISD #623 and Quora Education Center
Stillwater ISD #834 and Pankalo Education Center
White Bear Lake ISD #624 and 916 Mahtomedi Academy, Bellaire Education Center, and South Campus Education Center
 
Recommended Motion(s):
  1. The recommendation is, the School Board approve the food service agreements for the 2025-26 school year as listed above and attached.
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9.8. Approval of Math Curriculum
Speaker(s):
Thomas
Description:

Math Learning Center (Bridges & Number Corner) is currently used as the foundational and supplemental math curriculum at Karner Blue, Pankalo, Bellaire, and South Campus. The purchase includes updated Number Corner and revised editions of Bridges math. This purchase replaces curriculum purchased in 2015 and aligns to MN Math Standards. The total cost of the purchase for all sites is $52,750.60.
 
Recommended Motion(s):
  1. The recommendation is, the School Board approve the purchase of math curriculum from the Math Learning Center in the amount of $52,725.60.
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9.9. Approval of Avanti Center Agreement to Provide Educational Services
Speaker(s):
Thomas
Description:

The purpose of this agreement is to provide educational services to students who are admitted to the Avanti Center for the 2025-26 school year. This program is operated in Blaine, and is at the request of Spring Lake Park Schools.
 
Recommended Motion(s):
  1. The recommendation is, the School Board approve the agreement between the Avanti Center and Northeast Metro 916 to provide educational services for children and adolescent residents who are admitted to the Avanti Center for the period August 1, 2025 through July 31, 2026.
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9.10. Approval of Contract between Northeast Metro 916 and Independent School District 14
Speaker(s):
Thomas
Description:

The purpose of this agreement outlines the services provided by Northeast Metro 916 on behalf of Fridley Public Schools to provide access to Metro Heights alternative learning program and credit recovery to students enrolled in Fridley Public Schools. The agreement is for 10 years and serves students in grades 11-12+ who also meet ALC enrollment requirements.
 
Recommended Motion(s):
  1. The recommendation is, the School Board approve the agreement between Independent school District 14 and Northeast Metro 916 to serve as the Alternative Learning Center and provide credit recovery for the period of August 1, 2025 through June 30, 2035.
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9.11. Approval of Canvas Health Contract 
Speaker(s):
Naidicz
Description:

The purpose of this agreement is to facilitate the delivery of mental health and related services to students attending Northeast Metro 916 programs. These services are provided through the School Linked Mental Health Grant and delivered by Canvas Health TAP therapists. 
 
Recommended Motion(s):
  1. The recommendation is, the School Board approve the agreement between Canvas Health and Northeast Metro 916 for the period of September 1, 2025 to August 31, 2026 in the amount of $154,227.90.
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9.12. Approval of Bamboo Professionals Contract
Speaker(s):
Naidicz
Description:

Northeast Metro 916 has been contracting with Jessica Dodge, Licensed Mental Health Professional, from Bamboo Professionals to provide prevention, intervention, post-vention and resiliency services to staff at District 916. This contract is being funded by the Innovation Grant. 
 
Recommended Motion(s):
  1. The recommendation is, the School Board approve the contract between Northeast Metro 916 and Bamboo Professionals in the amount of $59,978.00 between 7/1/25 and 6/30/26.
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9.13. Approval of CDW Quote
Speaker(s):
Noor
Description:

To maximize buying power and simplify logistics, 916's IT department has again consolidated all staff and student device replacement orders into a single, annual submission at the beginning of the school year. This summer, all 916 programs will receive their staff Windows laptops, staff and student Chromebooks, and related accessories through this consolidated order. These devices are sourced from our standard technology vendor and via Sourcewell joint purchasing contracts. Upon distribution by the IT department, the costs will be appropriately cross-charged to individual program budgets.
 
Recommended Motion(s):
  1. The recommendation is, the School Board approve the quote submitted by CDWG in the amount of $233,726.54.
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9.14. Approval of Apple Contract
Speaker(s):
Noor
Description:

To maximize buying power and simplify logistics, 916's IT department has again consolidated all staff and student device replacement orders into a single, annual submission at the beginning of the school year. Following a similar strategy, all Apple device replacements and ancillary accessories for staff and students across all 916 programs will be part of a single order placed this summer. This purchase is made directly with Apple, leveraging the PEPPM Cooperative purchasing agreement (Bid 535802).
 
Recommended Motion(s):
  1. The recommendation is, the School Board approve the quote submitted by Apple Inc in the amount of $115,008.00.
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9.15. Approval of Tenant Improvement Cost Agreement for Metro Heights Academy ALC
Speaker(s):
Kumlien
Description:

The lease agreement for the new Metro Heights Academy ALC space included a tenant improvement allowance to support the build-out. As the project has progressed, additional costs beyond the allotted allowance have been identified. These overages are related to general construction, low-voltage electrical work, and flooring enhancements. The additional expenses will be covered using the district’s operating capital restricted fund balance.
 
Recommended Motion(s):
  1. The recommendation is, the School Board approve the Tenant Improvement Cost Confirmation Agreement with Arrow Contracting, Inc. for $277,844.21.
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10. Board Forum
 
Speaker(s):
Forsberg
Description:

The Board Forum provides School Board members with an opportunity to share items of interest and information from their home district. Board members may share verbal updates at the meeting which are pertinent to all the member districts related to the following: MSBA, AMSD and special events in Northeast Metro 916 and Member Districts.

 
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11. Adjournment
 
Speaker(s):
Forsberg
Recommended Motion(s):
  1. Adjournment of Meeting

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