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EDUCATION
Bittman to retire early to care for parents; timing allows board to find successor
by Jim Boyle Editor With mostly heavy hearts and a few questions from the most outspoken critic of the superintendent on the board, the Elk River Area School Board on a 6-1 vote approved Dan Bittman’s plan to retire effective Dec. 31, 2024, at its May 28 special meeting. Bittman informed the School Board the...
AH School Board hears proposed 2025 budget
After controversy and an announcement that a standoff over a potential budget had been resolved, the Anoka-Hennepin School Board heard a proposal for the 2025 budget on May 20. The presentation took place during the regular school board meeting, and was presented by Chief Financial Officer Michelle Vargas. As it stands, the total revenue expected in Fiscal Year 2025 is $717,264,851 for the district, while expenses are at $742,599,453. The spending not covered by revenues will come from the district’s fund balance. Vargas broke down...
Centennial grads turn back the clock
Graduations are taking place across the North Metro and the state of Minnesota. One group of high school students took a step back in time before they embark on their future plans. Centennial high grads returned to Blue Heron Elementary School where their academic careers began. As they mingled in...
Maple Grove native part of national champions UND Flying Team
(Editor’s note: The following article was provided by the University of North Dakota) Continuing its tradition of safety and flying excellence, the University of North Dakota Flying Team has won top honors at the 2024 National Safety and Flight Evaluation Conference (SAFECON). Hosted this year by the city of Janesville, Wisconsin, and the Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport from May 13-18, UND’s Flying Team won a number of championships, including again...
St. Michael-Albertville High School 2024 honor graduates
STMA High School has named the honor graduates for 2024, meaning that 148 seniors completed their last year at the high school at the top of their class. As a result of the determination and diligence of these students, the honor graduates are leaving STMA on a high. Crow River News congratulates the class of 2024 honor graduates and wishes them the best in their next adventure. Commencement is Friday,...
Applicants sought for regional board membership
University of Minnesota Extension Southwest Regional. Sustainable Development Partnership (Southwest RSDP) is seeking applicants for their board of. directors and work groups. Southwest RSDP is one of five regional partnerships that connect local communities with. University of Minnesota resources to support sustainable development in Greater Minnesota. RSDP focuses on natural...
Maple Grove Senior High School artist wins top awards
Maple Grove Senior High School senior and artist Sarah Konz has developed her passion for art over the years in middle and high school. She likes to use symbolism in her art and paint the things she sees around her. Recently, the work she has done to develop her Advance Placement (AP) Portfolio has resulted in awards and recognition. “My passion for art really started freshman year. With COVID, I...
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