The holidays are upon us and we’re moments away from spending time with family, friends and loved ones. What an exciting start to the school year I have had as your superintendent. I want to thank EVERYONE for welcoming me to Montevideo.

Your school board and school leadership team have been hard at work to prepare for a Special Election on February 10, 2026, for a single-question, bond for buildings referendum we are calling the Right Plan. Right Now! Referendum. This referendum is in direct response to your feedback on previous proposals and input on the greatest needs for students to become career and college ready.

This eNewsletter will publish regularly until Election Day to connect you to the detailed information about The Need, The Process, The Plan, The Cost, and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).

Would You Like to Talk About the Referendum? Give Me a Call!

I am inviting you to reach out and ask questions about the referendum, share your thoughts with me about the schools, and even just get to know each other! I am willing to meet 1:1, with small groups, or provide a presentation to a larger group. Contact me today:

Call: 320-269-8833

Email: jskjeveland@montevideoschools.org

Or CLICK HERE to fill out the information form and someone will follow-up.

Thank you for your continued support of Montevideo Public Schools.

Sincerely,

Jamie Skjeveland, Superintendent

COMING SOON! Just the Facts Flyer

Visit the official referendum website - www.MontevideoReferendum2026.com - for details, the tax impact calculator, and floor plans with proposed improvements.

Below are a few snapshots from a recent concert in the high school gym, and some other facility needs to be addressed by the proposed referendum:

Early voting opens Dec. 26 at the Chippewa County Auditor’s Office, 629 N. 11th Street, Montevideo, during their regular business hours: 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. Election Day is Feb. 10, 2026. Life happens! Learn about the referendum and make a plan to vote. Every vote counts!

All residents of Montevideo Public Schools can vote early from December 26 through February 9 by mail or in person. Find more information on the Secretary of State’s website or visit the Chippewa County website.

Prepared and paid for by Independent School District No. 129

Montevideo Public Schools

2001 William Avenue

Montevideo, MN 56265

320-269-8833

www.montevideoschools.org