Congratulations to Emma Hedberg, our April Employee of the Month!
Emma has developed a music program for grades 6 through 12 that is joyful, welcoming, and built on strong relationships. Students grow as musicians and gain confidence and character. The success of our concerts is a direct result of Emma’s leadership.
Beyond the classroom, she leads effectively as department head by listening to students, prioritizing them, and guiding her team professionally.
Emma, thank you for the outstanding program you have built and for the exemplary standard you set. We are sincerely grateful.
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Secondary student leaders shared regarding various student leadership programs that have made a positive impact on our school community this year:
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Student Council organized school-wide events such as pep fests, Homecoming, dances, and competitions, which have strengthened school spirit and fostered connections across grade levels.
- The Chick-fil-A Leader Academy has enabled students to develop practical leadership skills grounded in empathy, service, and character, in alignment with PACT's core values.
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DECA has offered students hands-on business experience through competitions at district, state, and national levels, and plans to open a school store in the 2026-27 school year.
- The National Honor Society has recognized students excelling in academics, leadership, and service, and has organized impactful community projects such as Toys for Tots, blood drives, and Feed My Starving Children.
Collectively, these programs embody the Panther spirit by promoting purposeful leadership and inspiring others to create positive change.
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Karlie Rice and Averi Pfarr provided a year-end summary review of everything that the Secondary Student Council led this past year. Activities included: Pepfests, Spirit Weeks, advisory games, including a schoolwide game of Rock-Paper-Scissors, and school dances for both middle school and high school. We are grateful to our students who serve on the Student Council, helping make PACT a great place to attend! |
The 2026 PACT School Board Election was held April 20-25, 2026, with 177 of 1,690 eligible ballots cast. Three candidates competed for two open seats on the board. Mitchell Wood and Jonna Meidal were elected as the newest members of the PACT Charter School Board of Directors. Their terms will begin in July 2026. |
A nutrition contract with Premier Kitchen was approved by the Board for the 2026-2027 school year. Per Minnesota state statute, school districts are legally required to accept the lowest bidder, which was Premier Kitchen. |
The Board approved a bid from Borderlines to seal the Elementary Campus parking lot. Included in the bid is the cutting out and patching of existing potholes. The Elementary Campus will be closed the week of July 6-10 to allow the parking lot to be completed. |
The PACT Charter School Board of Directors has reached an agreement with Superintendent Dr. Nathan Flansburg to extend his contract by five years beyond its current term, which was set to end June 30, 2027. The new contract period will run from July 1, 2027, through June 30, 2032, covering the 2031-2032 school year. |
- 201 - Legal Status of the Charter School Board of Directors
- 802 - Disposition of Obsolete Equipment and Materials
- 803 - Student Transportation and Bus Safety Policy
- 805 - Waste Reduction and Recycling
- 806 - Crisis Management Policy
- 807 - Health and Safety Policy
- 809 - Naming Rights Policy
- 816 - Video Surveillance Policy
- 814 - Community Use of Facilities Policy (sunset)
- Board Meeting FY26 Staff & Salary Changes 5.7.26
- PACT Financial Packet March 2026
- BFC Meeting Minutes - 2026.04.13
- Board Meeting Minutes - April 2026
- PACT Enrollment Report - April 2026
- PACT FY27 Budget
- PACT 5-Year Projection Budget
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The regular board meeting was live-streamed. A recording is available on PACT's YouTube channel. Once approved, complete meeting minutes will be published on the PACT website. |
Board Members:
Ryan Heineman '06 | Board Chair, parent
Ann Ostendorf | Board Vice Chair, teacher
Nathan Plack | Treasurer, parent
Amanda Mackereth | Board Secretary, teacher
Jason Busch | parent
Nicole Kallod | teacher
Chad Lucas | parent
Danae Trauth '18 | teacher
Nicole Rhoad | community member
Ex-Officio Member:
Dr. Nathan Flansburg | Superintendent
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The PACT Charter School Board of Directors agrees to uphold PACT's mission to partner as parents, students, and staff to develop students of character and academic excellence. The Board provides overall direction for PACT's development and growth, evaluates the Superintendent of Schools, approves all significant educational and operational policies, and monitors compliance. |
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