School Board Election Information
The Cleveland School Board will have three seats up for election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. These positions carry a four-year term beginning in January 2027.
Individuals interested in serving the school district and community are encouraged to consider becoming a candidate.
Candidate Filing Period: July 14, 2026 – July 28, 2026
**The office will be closed on Friday, July 24, due to technology maintenance at the region.**
Candidates must file the required paperwork during the filing period to have their name placed on the ballot.
Additional information regarding candidate filing requirements and election procedures is available through the district office.
Serving on the School Board is an opportunity to help shape the future of our schools by establishing district policies, setting goals, overseeing finances, and supporting student success. For a candidate's guide on becoming a School Board Member, please click the link below.
MSBA - Running for School Board LINK
The Cleveland Volleyball team will be hosting a Bingo night at the Cleveland Legion on Saturday, November 7th at 6:00 pm. There is a free-will donation meal available, and a meat raffle throughout the night. We hope you can come and support our Clipper Volleyball girls!
Seniors - Your Dollars for Scholars Wreath orders are due TODAY! Please turn them in to the district office or drop them off with Mrs. Gibbs in room 206.
Students in grades 10-12 interested in Diesel Technology: there will be a presentation about Kibble Equipment’s Student Tech Program on Tuesday, November 10th during 5th hour. See Mrs. Peterson's Google Classroom for more information if you are interested in attending this presentation.
There will be an Elementary Knowledge Bowl practice today, during SOS, in the Learning Area.
Today is the last day to order!!
The annual Dollars For Scholars Greenery sale has begun. The senior class is selling! Find a senior, stop in the district office, or message gibbs.alissa@isd391.org to place your order.
Delivery will be November 16-18, updates to come.
All proceeds go toward senior scholarships through DFS for these 2027 graduates!
Don't forget about tonight's ECFE Boo Bingo and Haunted House Painting event! Take a peek at the flyer for more details.
Important Update: Location has been changed to the Cleveland School Library.
We hope to see you there!
🍂 Fall Conference Sign-Up Is Now Open! 🍂
It’s time to connect with your child’s teachers! Conferences for preschool through 12th grade will take place:
📅 Monday, November 23 & Tuesday, November 24
🕞 3:30–7:30 p.m. both evenings
Please check your email for sign-up instructions and links to each teacher’s available conference times.
We look forward to seeing you! 🍁
Please note that Cleveland High School’s Class of 2027 graduation ceremony date has changed!
📅 Sunday, May 23, 2027
⏰ 2:00 p.m.
The date change has been approved by the school board following input from senior parents.
Please update your calendars as we look forward to celebrating the Class of 2027! 🧡🖤
Mrs. Germscheid's SOS, please report to the Media Center with Mrs. Schrom today.
Today is the last day to buy a Ghost Gram from Student Council during lunch! Look for the Student Council members by the neon sign. You can buy a Ghost Gram for just 50 cents, and they will be delivered on October 30th.
Seniors who plan on going to college next year: we will be having a Dollars for Scholars meeting on Tuesday in the Commons during 7th hour and SOS. Bring your computer! You do not want to miss this meeting if you want scholarship money! See Mrs. Peterson with questions!
There will be an Elementary Student Council Meeting in the Conference Room during lunch
Congratulations to both the girls and boys cross country teams on winning the conference title yesterday! Additional congratulations to Charlotte Meyer for being named the Conference Runner of the Year and to Charlotte, Griffin Rutz, and Luke Kortuem for finishing as All-Conference! Also, Jase Blaschko and Reid Johnson finished 2nd and 3rd in the Junior High Conference race! And let's not forget to recognize Mr. Olson as once again being named the Conference Coach of the Year!
Sponsored by the South Central Service Cooperative, this conference gives students in grades 3–6 the opportunity to explore a variety of science and nature topics through hands-on, engaging educational sessions.
Students learned about the many ways science impacts our world, from the environment and everyday life to space, Earth, and technology. Each session is designed to encourage curiosity, active participation, and meaningful learning.
We’re so thankful for our Walkathon donations, which help make educational opportunities like this possible for our students! 🧡🖤 Go Clippers!
Minnesota Permanent School Fund: Additional Funding for Cleveland Without Raising Taxes
On November 3, 2026, Minnesota voters will have an opportunity to support public education through a statewide constitutional amendment involving the Minnesota Permanent School Fund.
The Permanent School Fund provides annual financial support to Minnesota public schools through earnings generated from state-managed lands and investments. The proposed amendment would allow the state to improve how these resources are managed, potentially generating additional revenue for schools across Minnesota.
If approved, Cleveland Schools is estimated to receive an additional $20,000.00 annually without raising local property taxes. These funds would provide additional financial support for our students and educational programs at a time when school districts are facing increasing financial challenges.
One important fact for voters to understand is that leaving this question blank on the ballot has the same effect as voting NO. Under Minnesota law, a constitutional amendment must receive a majority of all votes cast in the election to pass. Therefore, voters who do not mark either YES or NO on this question are effectively voting against the amendment.
This is a statewide ballot question. We encourage all residents to become informed about both questions before voting on November 3, 2026.
Additional funding for our schools without increasing taxes is an opportunity worth understanding!
Below are links with more detailed information.
District-by-District Estimated Runs
Videos:
History of Minnesota Permanent School Fund Video
What is the Amendment?
What are Trust Lands?
What is the Minnesota Permanent School Fund?
PACK THE STANDS FOR THE PLAYOFFS—ON THE HOUSE!
The Cleveland Booster Club is proud to announce that we are covering 100% of Cleveland student entrance fees for EVERY SINGLE HOME PLAYOFF GAME for both Football and Volleyball!
Loud crowds, Clippers pride—we've got your ticket for the ride! 🎟️
Seniors: it's college application week! Mrs. Peterson will be available to help work on applications in the high school flex area during 1st hour today. You will be excused from class to come to any or all of these sessions! Check Google Classroom for more information!
The Student Council will be selling Ghost Grams during lunch this week. Look for the Student Council members by the neon sign. You can buy a Ghost Gram for just 50 cents, and they will be delivered on October 30th.
There will be a SADD meeting today during lunch in Mr. Roberts room.
Seniors: it's college application week! Mrs. Peterson will be available to help work on applications in the high school flex area during 5th hour today, 3rd hour tomorrow, and 1st hour on Thursday. You will be excused from class to come to any or all of these sessions! Check Google Classroom for more information!
There will be Elementary Knowledge Bowl practice today, in the learning area, during SOS.
The High School Student Council will be selling Ghost Grams to 7-12th grade students during lunch this week. Look for the Student Council members by the neon sign. You can buy a Ghost Gram for just 50 cents, and they will be delivered on October 30th.
FFA members attending National Convention: Please have your luggage to Ms. Steele’s room by 6:00 PM tonight for bag checks. Also, please stop by Ms. Steele’s room at some point today to review final details and make sure you are fully prepared for our overnight departure!
Seniors: it's college application week! Mrs. Peterson will be available to help work on applications in the high school flex area during 4th hour today, 5th hour tomorrow, 3rd hour on Wednesday, and 1st hour on Thursday. You will be excused from class to come to any or all of these sessions! Check Google Classroom for more information!
There will be Elementary Knowledge Bowl practice today, in the learning area, during SOS.
The High School Student Council will be selling Ghost Grams to 7-12th grade students during lunch this week. Look for the Student Council members by the neon sign. You can buy a Ghost Gram for just 50 cents, and they will be delivered on October 30th.
All FFA Members attending National Convention MUST come and grab their FFA jackets, ties, and scarves from Ms. Steele's room today before leaving school.
Any FFA members helping with the Corn Drive TODAY need to report to Ms. Steele's room after lunch. We will load meals in the van and depart around 1:00pm.
The JV football bus will leave at 2:45 today from the back parking lot with a 2:30 dismissal.
Orders are due Wednesday, October 28th.
Delivery will be November 16-18, updates to come.
All proceeds go toward senior scholarships through DFS for these 2027 graduates!
🧠 Elementary Knowledge Bowl is off to a great start!
On Thursday, our Elementary Knowledge Bowl teams, consisting of 5th and 6th graders, headed to Fitzgerald in Mankato with their advisor, Mrs. Starke, for their first meet of the year! With 24 teams competing, two of our 6th-grade teams earned top-five finishes!
🥈 2nd Place: The Ball Knowledge Team brought home medals!
🏅 5th Place: The Green Pickled Monkeys earned ribbons!
Congratulations to both teams on their accomplishments, and way to go to all of our Knowledge Bowl teams for their hard work and great effort at their first meet of the season!
Go Clippers! 🧡🖤
