Laurie Putnam

How Per Pupil State Funding Affects St. Cloud Schools
How Per Pupil State Funding Affects St. Cloud Schools
How Per Pupil State Funding Affects St. Cloud Schools
Public schools in Minnesota are dependent on state funding. St. Cloud School Superintendent Laurie Putnam joined me on WJON. She says the current base formula is $7,138 per student. Putnam says they also get different pockets of compensatory money from the State depending on the amount of students who qualify.
St. Cloud Schools Anticipating Wage Increases For Staff
St. Cloud Schools Anticipating Wage Increases For Staff
St. Cloud Schools Anticipating Wage Increases For Staff
Wages are going up for staff in St. Cloud School District 742. St. Cloud Schools Superintendent Laurie Putnam joined me on WJON. She says they currently have tentative agreements with 3 bargaining groups which includes the unions representing sign language interpreters, paraeducators, and Licensed Practical Nurses.
HVAC Work Happening At St. Cloud Elementary Schools
HVAC Work Happening At St. Cloud Elementary Schools
HVAC Work Happening At St. Cloud Elementary Schools
Maintenance work is underway on some St. Cloud area elementary schools. St. Cloud School Superintendent Laurie Putnam joined me on WJON. She indicated that Oak Hill and Discovery Elementary Schools are undergoing HVAC work and this will continue for the next month.
St. Cloud School Staff and Students Receive Awards
St. Cloud School Staff and Students Receive Awards
St. Cloud School Staff and Students Receive Awards
St. Cloud School District 742 have staff and students who have received awards recently. I talked with St. Cloud School Superintendent Laurie Putnam on WJON to talk about upcoming graduation plans and she highlighted some achievements from both staff and students.
St. Cloud Schools Seeing Uptick in Sick Kids, Staff
St. Cloud Schools Seeing Uptick in Sick Kids, Staff
St. Cloud Schools Seeing Uptick in Sick Kids, Staff
Illnesses are making their way through Central Minnesota. St. Cloud School Superintendent Laurie Putnam joined me on WJON. She indicates the illnesses appear to be a combination of RSV, flu, COVID and the common cold. Putnam explained they are seeing higher numbers of sick students and staff lately.
St. Cloud School District 742 Expects to be Fully Staffed by the Fall
St. Cloud School District 742 Expects to be Fully Staffed by the Fall
St. Cloud School District 742 Expects to be Fully Staffed by the Fall
A worker shortage has impacted so many industries and that includes schools.  St. Cloud School Superintendent Laurie Putnam joined me on WJON.  She says: "We expect to be fully staffed by the time our school year begins." Putnam says they've made great progress in hiring para professionals which is where they saw a significant shortage last year.  She say ...
Safety is the Top Concern for St. Cloud School District Families
Safety is the Top Concern for St. Cloud School District Families
Safety is the Top Concern for St. Cloud School District Families
St. Cloud School Superintendent Laurie Putnam has been in her new role for almost a month. She joined me on WJON today. Putnam says she's been reaching out to School District staff and families to identify the top concerns they have. She says every parent wants their child to be successful and safe.

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