Erica Bentz5-8 Principal
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Cologne Academy
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- Buyer type:
- School District
- Location:
- Cologne, MN
- Country:
- US
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Cologne Academy.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Cologne
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
731
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
2700319
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
3
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
110.02
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 8
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Cologne Academy
The 2025-2026 Annual Report & Comprehensive Achievement and Civic Readiness Plan for Cologne Academy fulfills Minnesota Statute requirements by integrating an annual report and a Comprehensive Achievement and Civic Readiness Plan (CACR). It outlines a vision to create a content-rich learning environment and a mission to prepare scholars for academic success through excellence in literacy by integrating the Core Knowledge Sequence. The plan is built upon cornerstones of Individual Student Achievement, Character Development, Enriched Curriculum, Parental Involvement, and Low Student to Teacher Ratio. Key strategic goals, aligned with World's Best Workforce goals, focus on ensuring school readiness for all children, closing racial and economic achievement gaps, preparing students for career and college, promoting high school graduation, and fostering lifelong learning. The plan emphasizes continuous improvement, effective financial and operational management, strong stakeholder engagement, and ongoing board development.
The board meeting included a review of the school's vision and mission statement, along with member testimonials. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the Treasurer's report, which analyzed current cash balances, budget alignment relative to Average Daily Membership (ADM) projections, and the financial implications of operating in a net loss environment. Additionally, the board discussed the long-term viability of charter schools in Minnesota, board training resources, and administrative updates regarding staff and school leadership reports.
Cologne Academy's 2026-2030 Strategic Plan outlines a commitment to academic excellence, scholar success, exceptional educators, positive school culture, and responsible long-term growth. The plan is structured around four strategic focus areas: Commitment to Academic Excellence, Supporting Teachers and Staff, Positive School Culture, and Long-Term Sustainability and Growth. The overarching vision is to strengthen academic programs, support scholars and staff, build community trust, and grow responsibly while preserving school values and culture.
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