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by Trinity Gruenberg trinity@inhnews.com The Verndale School Board held their regular meeting on Monday, January 5, which began with the organizational meeting. Scott Veronen will continue as board chair, Chris Youngbauer remains vice chair, Tahna Rurup is still the clerk, and Tyler Fisher continues as treasurer. Board compensation remains the same: $80 for regular board meetings, $50 additional for the chair, and $60 for extra meetings or committee meetings.  Budget Revisio

by Matt Jones Verndale Computer Science students recently visited Central Lakes College in Staples to explore the fast-growing fields of robotics and machine trades. The trip gave students a firsthand look at the advanced technology and hands-on training that prepare today’s workforce for high-demand technical careers. In the Robotics Lab, Instructors Nate Peterson and Robert Lange introduced students to the world of automation and intelligent systems. Their expertise and e

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by Trinity Gruenberg trinity@inhnews.com The Verndale School Board held their regular meeting on Monday, December 1. Truth in Taxation The meeting began with the Truth in Taxation hearing. Jordan Anderson, business manager, addressed the levy for payable 2026. He reported a 2.74% increase in the general education formula last year—about $200 per pupil unit—but noted this was still $1,420 (19%) short of what would have matched inflation since 2000. The proposed property

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The Verndale Public School School Board Members. by Trinity Gruenberg trinity@inhnews.com The Verndale School Board held their regular meeting on Monday, November 3. Administrative Reports Principal Katie Bolland reported that October was a busy month with various student activities, including a visit from a motivational speaker, a Halloween parade, and an outdoor STEM class field trip to Ely. Computer science will take a field trip to CLC this month. She outlined upcoming

West Central recently donated $1,000 to the Legacy Foundation in support of the Verndale School playground project. West Central Board Member Annette Adamietz met with members of the Legacy Foundation in Verndale to personally deliver the check on behalf of the cooperative. The Legacy Foundation is raising funds to build a safe, inclusive, and accessible playground for the Verndale School... Subscribe to get the rest of the story...