What major agreements did Esko Public Schools approve on April 13, 2026?

The board approved agreements with Medica (effective July 1, 2026), ASPi Solutions (DBA Bound), and Arux Software, Inc.

Was there any personnel action at the Esko School Board meeting?

Yes; the board approved a resolution relating to the termination and nonrenewal of Hailey Graves' teaching contract and approved hires for summer Cool Kids staff.

How much cash did the district report on March 31, 2026?

The Treasurer’s report shows total district cash of $7,834,557.48 as of March 31, 2026.

May 15, 2026 Public Notice: Esko, MN

MINUTES OF THE ESKO SCHOOL BOARD REGULAR BOARD MEETING HELD APRIL 13, 2026 The Esko Board of Education, Independent School District No. 99, Esko, Minnesota, held their regular board meeting on Monday, April 13, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in the Board Conference Room. Members present: Jerry Frederick, Steve McConnell, Rob Johnson, Leona Johnson, Margaret Sunnarborg and Superintendent Aaron Fischer. Absent: Todd Rengo. Call the Meeting to Order Chairperson Jerry Frederick called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Approval of Agenda Moved by Steve McConnell, second by Leona Johnson to approve the agenda. Motion carried by unanimous vote. Approval of Consent Agenda Items Moved by Leona Johnson, second by Rob Johnson to approve the Consent Agenda items. Approve the minutes of the March 9, 2026, regular School Board meeting. Checks. 3/6/26, check nos. 114214-114253 for $22,929.66 3/18/26, check nos. 114254-114303 for $278,790.87 3/25/26, wire for $3,291.15 3/31/26, check nos. 114304-114349 for $50,550.45 **4/13/26, check nos. 114350-114390 for $291,034.09 **Pending Treasurer’s Approval. Donations. Arrowhead Robotics in the amount of $1,000 for Robotics. Widdes Trailer Sales in the amount of $1,000 for Robotics. Sathre Family in the amount of $200 for the Art Room. Corring Dental/Shorewood Dental in the amount of $250 for the Fishing Club. Pine River Sales in the amount of $100 for the Fishing Club. Irving Community Club in the amount of $3,000 for Robotics. Irving Community Club in the amount of $1,500 for School Patrol. AvidXchange Inc. in the amount of $250 for Robotics. Northland Foundation in the amount of $10,000 for Indian Education. Fundraising Request. Track Booster Club: raise funds to help limit travel costs by having food trucks at the 4/23/26 track meet and receive a portion of the proceeds. Treasurer’s Report dated 4/6/2026 for the month ending March 31, 2026 01 General fund 2/28/2026 balance 4,516,946.45; cash receipts 1,735,823.32; cash disbursements (563,077.51); payroll (707,372.14); sundry journal 30,509.08; 3/31/2026 balance 5,012,829.20 02 Food Service fund 2/28 balance: 889,483.64; cash receipts 83,985.32; cash disbursements (46,568.18); payroll (10,811.89); sundry journal (17,535.15); 3/31 balance 898,553.74 03 Transportation fund 2/28 balance: 98,417.98; cash receipts 0.00; cash disbursements (22,675.93); payroll (26,165.65); sundry journal 185.45; 3/31 balance 49,761.85 04 Community Service fund 2/28 balance: 722,912.86; cash receipts 90,595.89; cash disbursements (37,920.03); payroll (34,253.37); sundry journal (792.26); 3/31 balance 740,543.09 05 Capital Expenditure fund 2/28 balance: (19,663.08); cash receipts 0.00; cash disbursements (1,699.86); payroll (301.07); sundry journal 0.00; 3/31 balance (21,664.01) 06 Building Construction fund 2/28/26 balance 0.00; cash receipts 0.00; cash disbursements 0.00; payroll 0.00; sundry journal 0.00; 3/31/ balance 0.00 07 Debt Service fund 2/28/26 balance 129,570.73; cash receipts 0.00; cash disbursements 0.00; payroll 0.00; sundry journal 0.003/31/ balance 129,570.73 11 Student Activity fund 2/28/26 balance 61,437.72; cash receipts 3,910.00; cash disbursements (7,217.27); payroll 0.00; sundry journal 543.893/31/ balance 58,674.34 18 Custodial fund 2/28/26 balance 0.00; cash receipts 986.34; cash disbursements (986.34); payroll 0.00; sundry journal 0.003/31/ balance 0.00 Total Cash for reg. oper. fund 2/28/26 balance 6,399,106.30; cash receipts 1,915,300.87; cash disbursements (680,145.12); payroll (778,904.12); sundry journal 12,911.013/31/ balance 6,868,268.94 45 OPEB Trust fund 2/28/26 balance 972,341.30; cash receipts 6,323.13; cash disbursements (14,839.33); payroll 0.00; sundry journal 2,463.443/31/ balance 966,288.54 TOTAL District Cash fund 2/28/26 balance 7,371,447.60; cash receipts 1,921,624.00; cash disbursements (694,984.45); payroll (778,904.12); sundry journal 15,374.453/31/ balance 7,834,557.48 Banks: National Bank of Commerce $6,703,109.55 Other Banks (CDs & MN Trust) $157,271.02 OPEB Trust $974,176.91 TOTAL OF BANK BAL. $7,834,557.48 This report reflects CASH balances of the district, NOT fund balances. March Electronic Transfer Report 03/10/26, $550,000.00 transferred from PMA TRUST to National Bank of Commerce 03/20/26, $225,000.00 transferred from PMA Trust to National Bank of Commerce 03/24/26, $250,000.00 transferred from PMA Trust to National Bank of Commerce 03/30/26, $450,000.00 transferred from PMA Trust to National Bank of Commerce March Payrolls 03/15/26 regular payroll, check nos. 124973-124988 for $11,755.12; direct deposits of $255,212.42; electronic payments of $473,384.06; total, $716,841.36 03/31/26 regular payroll, check nos. 124989-125004 for $12,713.12; direct deposits of $281,945.01; electronic payments of $331,255.13; total, $600,487.02 Motion carried by unanimous vote. Discussion: Clock Lobby Flooring A discussion was held regarding new flooring in the high school clock lobby area with the possibility of repainting railings and lockers to match the color scheme. Discussion: Soccer Fields President of the Esko Soccer Association presented an update on the conditions of the Les Knuti Field and possibility of developing the land by the Town Hall for additional soccer fields. Approve the 2026 High School Summer/Credit Recovery Program Proposal Moved by Leona Johnson, second by Rob Johnson to approve the 2026 High School Summer/Credit Recovery Program Proposal. Motion carried by unanimous vote. Approve Agreement between Esko Public Schools and Medica effective July 1, 2026 Moved by Leona Johnson, second by Rob Johnson to approve the agreement between Esko Public Schools and Medica effective July 1, 2026. Motion carried by unanimous vote. Approve Agreement between Esko Public Schools and ASPi Solutions, Inc., DBA Bound Moved by Steve McConnell, second by Rob Johnson to approve the agreement between Esko Public Schools and ASPi Solutions, Inc., DBA Bound. Motion carried by unanimous vote. Approve Agreement between Esko Public Schools and Arux Software, Inc. Moved by Rob Johnson, second by Leona Johnson to approve the agreement between Esko Public Schools and Arux Software, Inc. Motion carried by unanimous vote. Approve Director of Business Services Working Agreement for FY26, FY27 and FY28 Moved by Leona Johnson, second by Margaret Sunnarborg to approve the Director of Business Services Working Agreement for FY26, FY27 and FY28. Motion carried by unanimous vote. Approve Resolution Relating to the Termination and Nonrenewal of the Teaching Contract of Hailey Graves Moved by Leona Johnson, second by Rob Johnson to approve the Resolution Relating to the Termination and Nonrenewal of the Teaching Contract of Hailey Graves. Mrs. Graves is leaving the district in good standing. Motion carried by unanimous vote. Approve the Hire and Rehire of the Following as Summer Help in Cool Kids Moved by Leona Johnson, second by Rob Johnson to approve the hire and rehire of the following as summer help in Cool Kids for approximately 10-25 hours per week, background checks on file: Hanna Nooyen, rehire Brianne McCorrison, rehire Kallahan Sinnott, new hire Annika Halvorson, new hire Grace Illikainen, new hire,student Motion carried by unanimous vote. Administrative Reports: Principals’ Reports: Elementary School: Mr. Harker reported on the following: Kindergarten numbers at 80 so far; many residents haven’t responded yet MCA testing; new math and language arts tests this year Kindergarten Circus this week Field trip season High School: Mr. Hexum reported on the following: Senior class is on track to graduate Prom at the end of the month EEF Scholarship event Jazz Band performance Knowledge Bowl 8th-place finish Board Committee Reports Margaret Sunnarborg: Work Session, Highway 61 Leona Johnson: Work Session, Highway 61, Community Education, Negotiations, Curriculum, Town Board Jerry Frederick: Facilities, MSBA Zoom meetings, Work Session, Highway 61, Town Board Steve McConnell:Work Session, Highway 61 Rob Johnson: Work Session, Highway 61 Superintendent’s Report Superintendent Fischer reported on the following: Budget Update Press Release in regard to Superintendent search progress Water issue resolved Monthly enrollment Congratulations and Commendations Knowledge Bowl coach Jennifer Hoffmann and all participants for their 8th-place finish and winning the Heritage Award Jake Iallonardo for being chosen as goaltender for the 2026 DNT Boys Hockey All Area Team Greg Hexum for being presented with the MASSP Northeast Principal of the Year Award Communications A letter from Mr. Barta of the Town Board notifying residents that the Cannabis Zoning Amendment will be on the next town board agenda Adjournment There being no further business, moved by Steve McConnell, second by Rob Johnson to adjourn at 7:39 p.m. Motion carried by unanimous vote. Steve McConnell, Clerk PKN May 15, 2026

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