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Spirit of cooperation eases first days of school
Our teachers, principals and peer mentor students should be proud of the welcome they gave the new students. [View]
All schools satisfy NCLB requirements
Third year in a row schools make 'adequate yearly progress.' [View]
Enrollment continues to decline, but rate slows
Yet class sizes are near last year's averages. [View]
Q Comp a tribute to collaborative work
Alternative compensation plan represents a progress spirit. [View]
Watch your mail for Legislative session review
What's the impact on Mounds View Public Schools? [View]
'70 percent solution' sounds good -- but solves little
How much of our budget do we spend on classroom instruction? [View]
A School Year in Review
Thanks to talented teachers, motivated students and supportive parents and community, the Mounds View District has many achievements to recall with pride. [View]
15 facts that may surprise you
Clearly, our district is effective, efficient and innovative. But don’t just take our word for it. [View]
Enrollment declining, but not significantly this year
About 40 students fewer than last year, but 300 more than expected. [View]
Is employee compensation overly generous?
The percent of money Mounds View spends on benefits is very similar to the percent spent by other employers. [View]
Take 10 minutes to better understand taxes
It’s more important than ever that our residents understand the relationship between property taxes and school funding. [View]
All schools satisfy NCLB requirements
Fourth year in a row all schools meet adequate yearly progress goals. [View]
Ramsey County explains election error
A small number of White Bear Lake school district residents mistakenly received the Mounds View Public Schools levy ballot question. [View]
Choosing Mounds View Public Schools
This week, every school in Mounds View Public Schools is opening its doors to families during a series of Enrollment Information Nights. [View]
School Talk now available
The spring issue of School Talk examines the issues of public education funding and features the Community Education Program Offerings [View]
Community says 'no' to legislative interference and 'yes' to local control
Should state legislators overturn school board decisions and prompt higher taxes for District residents? [View]
Without the 2003 levy, class sizes would be even higher next year
Successful levy funds 40 full-time teaching positions. [View]
Once again, eighth-graders score above state averages
On Basic Skills Test, 84 percent passed the math exam, 91 percent passed the reading test. [View]
Local control jeopardized by legislative efforts
Recent efforts represent an inappropriate intrusion into the governance of a locally elected school board by two state legislators. [View]
New video captures why families choose Mounds View Public Schools
There are several ways to view the video. [View]
Two events will welcome students
Welcome Nights are for current students affected by attendance area changes. Enrollment Information Nights are for non-residents and non-public students to explore our schools. -- January 4, 2005 [View]
School-closing decision among the most difficult ever
The Board voted to approve the K-5A scenario that will close Pike Lake Elementary School and Snail Lake Elementary School in 2005-06 [View]
Board votes for K-5 configuration with two schools to close
The two schools that will close have not been determined. [View]
Decisions expected Tuesday: grade configurations and numbers of schools to close
Also new: School Board is altering the previously published schedule of meeting dates to allow for more time to make an informed decision. [View]
Three suggestions for legislative action
Join legislative efforts, subscribe to e-news messages and e-mail the Senate. [View]
K-4 scenarios eliminated, five remain
Reasons cited include significant student displacement, disruption to the feeder system, overcrowding and community feedback. [View]
Thursday meeting is another chance to shape school-closing outcomes
Meeting's agenda includes presentations and feedback opportunities. [View]
Public helps shape scenarios
Constructive and positive feedback emerged during Focused Forum at October 26 School Board meeting. [View]
New school-closing scenarios in development
Revisions to the four school-closing scenarios and new scenarios that propose three schools for closing in 2005-06. [View]
Magnets would be schools-within-schools
Proposal allows students to participate in the magnet program or continue in the regular school program. [View]
School-closing scenarios are ready for discussion
Each scenario has solid merits and can be implemented with success. [View]
Turf installed on time
The Mounds View stadium field was used more last week alone than it was used throughout all of last year. [View]
School closings require an informed, involved community
At times like these, it can become difficult to separate fact from fiction. [View]
Another smooth opening for a new school year
Yesterday was an exciting first day of school for our students and staff. -- September 2, 2004 [View]
District schools satisfy NCLB requirements
Second consecutive year all schools demonstrate 'adequate yearly progress' [View]
Legislative action is key next step
Special meeting called for August 26, 6 p.m. at Chippewa Middle School. [View]
Watch your mail for summer School Talk
Looking back on 2003-2004, I’m proud to say that our district accomplished so much. So did our students. We honor these achievements in the summer issue of School Talk, the District’s newsletter. [View]
A Review of 2003-2004 NCLB Successes
A recap of District-wide performances on No Child Left Behind [View]
New assignments for principals
This summer, several new leadership changes have occurred in Mounds View Public Schools. [View]
Recent threats tarnish an otherwise successful school year
Nothing is more important than providing a safe and non-threatening school environment for our students. [View]
Student MCA scores top state averages
MCA scores alone do not provide an accurate look at how our individual students are progressing or what help or instruction may be needed to encourage academic growth. [View]
Spring newsletter answers many questions
Last fall, voters approved the District’s levy request to lower class sizes. Do you know what progress the District is making today to keep its promises? [View]
Turning limited-use athletic fields into active areas
By turning under-utilized fields into active areas for students and the community, the District can maximize the use of land-locked facilities in the most cost-effective ways possible. [View]
Eighth-graders score above state averages
Once again, District students scored well above the state average on the Minnesota Basic Skills Test (BST). -- April 8, 2004 [View]
Mounds View 'Underfunded' yet 'Efficient'
This study showed that our schools are underfunded by the state, yet we achieve above average efficiencies while producing above average academic results. -- March 12, 2004 [View]
Non-residents will not increase class size averages.
Mounds View recently invited non-resident students to apply for a limited number of openings in our schools for 2004-2005. Now that decision deadlines have passed, here's a progress report on enrollment and class size projections. -- March 9, 2004 [View]
Keeping the levy's promises
Last November, the School Board promised to deliver smaller class sizes, a comprehensive curriculum and lower activity fees for 2004-2005 - if voters approved the levy. Now that the levy passed, how are we doing? -- February 26, 2004 [View]
Property development brings restricted revenue
For some time now, the District has been working to sell, develop or trade two of its properties to maximize efficiency and profits. Here's a progress report and frequently asked questions. -- February 9, 2004 [View]
'Maintain' is theme for 2004-2005 budget season
It's budget building time again at Mounds View Public Schools. Now that voters approved the levy, will there be more money for building support or to restore programs that have been reduced? -- January 29, 2004 [View]
Students take a stand
Students don't want to be associated with racism, prejudice or bias in any form - and they want the public to know it. -- January 22, 2004 [View]
Choosing Mounds View Public Schools
During the first months of the new year, many families will turn their attention to school choices for their children. As they do, I hope the Mounds View District's schools are on our parents' shopping list. -- December 18, 2003 [View]
Safety remains top priority
I'd like to update you on our progress into the investigations of the recent bomb threats experienced at both Irondale and Mounds View High School. -- December 16, 2003 [View]
Thank you, community supporters
Our schools enjoy a long tradition of community support through donations of time, money, materials and services. During the last fiscal year, local businesses, organizations, foundations and individuals gave gifts to Mounds View Public Schools totaling more than $625,000. -- November 25, 2003 [View]
Legislative action is a critical 'next step'
Now that voters have approved the levy referendum for Mounds View Public Schools, many have asked the logical question, “What's next?” -- November 20, 2003 [View]
Voters value communication, accountability
With a record turnout of more than 19,000 voters, the levy was passed by 58 percent of voters. -- November 5, 2003 [View]
Voting is a civic duty
When our residents go to the polls tomorrow, November 4, they will determine the outcome of our levy referendum. -- November 3, 2003 [View]
Reviewing the facts
As a district, we are committed to open and honest communication. -- October 31, 2003 [View]
Annual levies vs. operating levies: what's the cost?
There's been some confusion lately about school district annual levies and school district operating levies – and the amount of tax increases associated with them. -- October 28, 2003 [View]
High expectations, outstanding achievement
Achievement and accountability are the primary goals of the work we do. --October 27, 2003 [View]
School levy vote is an important local decision
On Tuesday, November 4, Mounds View Public Schools will be asking voters to make some very important local decisions affecting the future of our schools. --October 24, 2003 [View]
Levy Information Nights provided answers
Last night, we officially concluded our series of 13 Levy Information Nights held at each of our schools. -- October 22, 2003 [View]
Answering your levy questions
Voters have asked us many questions, and we have provided answers in a variety of ways. -- October 20, 2003 [View]
Annual levy increase: less than $5 a year
An article in Sunday's Star Tribune suggested that upcoming tax increases in metro school districts would surprise many residents. -- October 14, 2003 [View]
About Our District
June 24, 2003 -- Successful teaching strategies produce impressive test scores [View]
Compensation issues in the spotlight around the metro
What's the status of salaries and benefits at Mounds View Public Schools? -- October 9, 2003 [View]
Levy communication is our obligation
The November 4 school levy election is an important local matter for the residents of our district. -- October 7, 2003 [View]
Academic achievements earn nationwide attention
Three Mounds View High School seniors all earned the highest possible scores on both the ACT and SAT. -- October 2, 2003 [View]
About Our District
June 13, 2003 - Comparing education expenses: public vs. nonpublic schools [View]
Didn't we just pass an operating levy?
It's been 14 years since residents approved an operating levy. -- September 23, 2003 [View]
Making an informed decision
This weekend, residents of Mounds View Public Schools will begin receiving an 8-page informational mailer providing background on our November 4 operating levy referendum. -- September 12, 2003 [View]
Smooth opening for 2003-2004
Staff members worked hard to make our opening a positive beginning to what will be a challenging year. -- September 3, 2003 [View]
'Star' schools are made by students, staff and families
It's our students, staff and families who make all of our schools “star” schools. --August 26, 2003 [View]
School Goals Bolster 'No Child Left Behind' Results
According to these results, Mounds View Public Schools meets the academic needs of students in all the groups measured by No Child Left Behind. -- July 10, 2003 [View]
Good Neighbors are Priceless
Our schools and residents truly are good neighbors and priceless treasures. -- July 25, 2003 [View]
Cleaner, safer schools are ready for fall opening
We expect all schools will open according to schedule. -- August 20, 2003 [View]
State's 'watch list' reflects schools' accountability efforts
Every school in Mounds View Public Schools is meeting the academic needs of all students. -- August 15, 2003 [View] |
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