Fulda School Board heard a presentation on Monday evening from two Fulda Elementary School fifth graders, who were representing their class. They were requesting permission to organize a time capsule to be placed within the new school structure. Presenters were Evie Cowdin and Alaina Jans. Attending in support of the fifth grade was Kelly Johnson, who the board directed several questions to about the time capsule. Johnson replied that there will be more information regarding the plan in the near future. The board approved the time capsule for placement within the new construction.
Reviewed and approved were two fund raisers for the Track and Field team. They will be doing a Chuck-a-Duck during certain basketball games. Prizes are for winners as opposed to split the pot.
Around spring planting season, Track and Field will be selling hoagies.
Another fundraiser approved was the sale of “Sweet Kettle Madness” popcorn at the Fulda Craft Bazaar on Saturday, November 21st. Proceeds will be used by the FHS PBIS Team in support of their efforts to create a positive school climate through PBIS activities.
The board approved a Fulda Elementary School salesbased fundraiser. Money raised will either be split between the grade levels and the elementary account and used to fund class field trips, or may be used to supplement the new playground equipment budget.
High school cafeteria usage was approved for the American Legion Auxiliary during the November 21st Holiday Craft Bazaar; the elementary school gym for November 5th; and January 1, for Fulda Just for Kix.
In the Community Education Report for September, Susan Lee reported 105 senior aquacise swimmers, and nine people at open swim. The pool schedule remains flexible and is dependent on guard availability.
Greg Erdmann’s Athletic Director Report included information about recent events, soccer, winter sports, information for the cost estimate on a video board.
He also said that soccer players and parents are being surveyed regarding the interest in expanding the sport to include a girls team.
Elementary Principal Brett Perish had prepared his report for Superintendent Pagel to present in his absence. The board received an update regarding 2026 Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment scores in reading, math and science.
Upcoming events include MEA Break on October 15th and 16th; End of 1st Quarter on November 4th, Fall Conferences on November 9 and 10, and the Veterans Day Program on November 11th.
District Superintendent and High School Principal Mike Pagel reported that high school release time begins November 5th.
District General items included an update on Minnesota State Education Association negotiations, and a reminder of Minnesota’s Permanent School Fund Proposed Constitutional Amendment that will be on the ballot for the General Election. Superintendent Pagel reiterated that a yes vote on the ballot is a positive for the school district, whereas leaving the item blank will be counted as a no vote.
An update was also given on the facility and building project, as well as the football field lighting project.
A repair item that was brought to the board’s attention was the floor in the high school gymnasium. When the cafeteria/ gymnasium hallway flooded recently, the waters soaked an area beneath the gym floor which cannot be dried out. Repairs are necessary with insurance claims being submitted.
The yearly Minnesota Department of Education Assurance of Compliance with State and Federal Laws report received board approval.
Adopted by the board was-Resolution A that states the governing board of Fulda ISD #505 supports the school’s application to the Minnesota State High School League Foundation for a Form A grant to offset student activity fees.
The Resolution of School Board/Governing Board supporting a Form B Application to MSHSL was also adopted. This application is for grants and funding to assist schools to provide seminars/training opportunities or support for specific school functions for students, faculty members and officials and others who are involved in MSHSL athletic and fine arts program.
The Minnesota Community Education Annual Report for Fulda Public School was reviewed and approved.
Band and choir director Matt Saxman had researched the cost of a new acoustical shell and choral risers to replace the aged equipment that is beginning to fail. The equipment quote that would be most beneficial for the school’s needs was from Wenger Corporation, Owatonna, MN. The request for the new equipment was approved.
Recognition of district groups and supporters included Joel Janssen and the Asset Protection Team from Walmart for a donation of school supplies; Fulda Police Department, Murray County Deputies, and Mayor Jim Brown for helping with the Bike/Walk to School Day; and the Fulda Fire Department for Fire Safety Week Activities.
Fulda School Board will meet in regular session on Monday, November 9th, 2026, 6 p.m. at Fulda High School.
