An achievement gap for Native American students and next year’s budget were the primary items on the agenda, but the ISD 197 School Board also had a performance from the Black History Month Choir.
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ISD 197 School Board Recap: Feb. 9, 2026
The board addressed ICE impacts, thanking the community for their support, and approved the upcoming academic calendar.
ISD 197 School Board Recap: Jan. 26, 2026
A short meeting as the board reviewed proposed changes to the academic calendar, adjusting the school board’s meeting schedule, and progress on the superintendent’s goals.
Amore Coffee’s “Open Strike” Brings Community Together
Hundreds of businesses closed across the metro on January 23 for an general strike in protest of ICE, but Amore Coffee in West St. Paul opened their doors for community service projects.
ICE Dominates Resident Concerns at Dakota County Town Hall
About 80 people attended a Dakota County town hall where concerns focused on ICE. Local police encouraged people to call 911 if they feel unsafe.
ISD 197 School Board Recap: Jan. 12, 2026
Reports from Pilot Knob and Two Rivers schools took center stage at last night’s school board meeting, which also featured a statement from the board on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions in Minnesota and the election of new board officers.