Minneapolis Board of Education - Policy Committee
Minneapolis Board of EducationDavis Center, 1250 W. Broadway Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55411 (Directions)
- The committee reviewed, but did not vote on, policies regarding student well-being.
- The committee discussed, but did not vote on, potential revisions to procedures governing public comment and participation.
- Discussion included prioritizing student speakers, clarifying the purpose of public comment, maintaining equitable access, and ensuring meetings remain efficient and focused on district governance.
- Members discussed reviewing practices used by other public bodies and ensuring compliance with First Amendment protections. The committee will develop draft recommendations for consideration by the full board in May.
- The committee began discussion of potential policy priorities for 2026. Members emphasized the importance of aligning future priorities with existing district policies and incorporating student input. The discussion was tabled to allow additional consideration at a future meeting.
- The committee forwarded to the full board a policy providing district-level guidance regarding Minnesota’s Paid Leave program.
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Minneapolis Board of Education
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The Minneapolis Board of Education, or School Board, is the elected body responsible for governing finances and policies, establishing and monitoring the strategic direction and goals, and hiring and evaluating the district’s superintendent, who serves as the district’s chief executive.
The School Board is comprised of nine directors, elected by Minneapolis voters, and two student representatives who are appointed. The superintendent also serves as an ex-officio member of the board. Board members serve four-year terms, beginning in January after being elected in November. Each year in January, the school board selects its leadership, which includes a chair, vice-chair, clerk, and treasurer.