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McGregor Schools update on Remodel, Bus Garage Projects and Staffing opportunities

(McGregor, MN) — The McGregor School District is putting the finishing touches on their major projects with the beginning of the school year and another project moving steadily. We recently chatted with McGregor School Superintendent and Elementary Principal Brad Johnson about the Remodeling Project that is just about done despite a few details to wrap…
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October 6, 2022 0

Aitkin Public Schools ‘off to good start’ in 2022-23 school year

(Aitkin, MN) — Just over one month into the school year, Aitkin Public Schools Superintendent Dan Stifter has nothing but positive to say for the Rippleside and High School Buildings. Superintendent Stifter mentioned those early anxiety and nervousness for staff and students has been relieved thanks for help from the community. Another reason for the good start has been some…
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October 4, 2022 0

McGregor School Board meeting from September 28th

(McGregor, MN) — The McGregor School Board approved a new Dean of Students and got up-to-date progress on the School and Bus Garage Projects during their regular meeting from September 28th at the High School Library. The Board did give approval for a donation of $200 from the Round Lake Presbyterian Church Ladies Guild for…
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October 3, 2022 0

School Bus Stop Arm Violations continue to be problem

(Aitkin, MN) — One full month into the school year and the transition for drivers sharing the road with school buses has been troublesome as it usually has been in the past. School Bus Stop Arm violations continue to see higher-than-normal numbers with numerous factors of distorted driving and negligence being the most common outliers. We recently chatted…
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September 28, 2022 0

Aitkin School Board meeting from September 19th

By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (9/21/22) (Aitkin, MN) — The Aitkin Public School Board held their regular meeting Monday night from the High School Media Center to appoint replacements for a vacant School Board position, Chairperson and Vice Chairpersons, with other matters covering the start of the 2022-23 school year. Following the Public Comment Period, JET…
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September 20, 2022 0