318 Staff News
November 9, 2021
Special Election Results
At the special board meeting on Monday, November 8, the election results were certified and Mark Schroeder's oath of office extended. Mark's term will go through January 3, 2023.

There were 4,043 ballots cast. The final election results were Mark Schroeder with 59.3% of the vote and Scotty Puglisi with 40.7%. The results by precinct are available on our website at Administration> Board of Education> Special Election.
Tom Drazenovich Field
After approval of the naming of the Lacrosse and Practice Field for legendary coach Mr. D, the naming committee has begun an effort to raise funds from the community for a sign honoring Mr. D.

Donations can be made through the Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation. “To find an individual that has impacted our school and community more than Coach D is virtually impossible. This field will honor him, his impact, and his family forever,” said GRHS Football Coach Greg Spahn.
Facilities Updates
At the school board meeting on October 25, the School Board approved a number of facilities projects. These projects include updating parking lots throughout the district and improving air quality and dehumidification at GRHS .

The Board also approved moving forward with the process to start design on the locker and weight room project at Bigfork School. The community-led effort still needs to complete funding of their portion of the project, but as soon as it is complete, the district will be ready to move forward with the project.

The facilities projects are paid for with the capital and maintenance funds portion of our budget and do not impact our general fund.
Endowment Grant Applications - Last Call
The District 318 Endowment Fund is committed to supporting the legacy of greatness that you create for students every day. You can learn more about us and find the grant request form at www.legacy of greatness.org. Your grant applications for the 2021-2022 school year are due on Wednesday, November 10, 2021 by 11:59pm (CST). Applications may be submitted by filling out this form.

Questions may be directed to isd318endowment@gmail.com, janssen4318@yahoo.com, or 218-244-2841.

The Granting Committee looks forward to receiving your requests!
318Pride Stories
Each of you has already done so much to make the year successful. It's clear how committed you are to helping our students succeed. We're grateful for all you do. And we are grateful for the support you show each other. We received this 318Pride story from one of our staff members:

I am nominating Kim Solberg. One of the students in our care just had a medical emergency. Kim was calm, cool, and collected. She demonstrated compassion with dignity throughout the entire emergency. When the EMS arrived, she continued to console and counsel the student with encouragement. She is an amazing employee for the district. The district, the teachers, all employees, especially the students are fortunate to have her work with them. Kim, you did an OUTSTANDING job today. Well Done!

We know there is so much good happening and we're relying on you to share it with us! If you have a story you'd like to share about your peers, drop it into our new 318Pride form!