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District 196 is facing an important decision on facilities that has implications for every school in the district
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All District 196 stakeholders are invited to attend one of three meetings Nov. 15, 16 and 17 to get information about facilities, equipment and space needs in District 196, and provide feedback on possible improvements being considered to meet those needs in the state’s fourth largest school district.
Independent School District 196 is ranked fourth of the 50 Minnesota employers that made Forbes’ annual list of Best-in-State Employers for 2022.
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The Educational Benefits applications ensures students have access to nutritious meals and provides critical funding for schools.
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Commencement ceremonies for the Class of 2022 are scheduled for May and early June, during which 2,117 students will graduate.