The Dakota Valley School District #61-8 held its annual Board of Education meeting on Monday, July 14, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the district boardroom. All five board members— Jesica Hanson, Steve Kistner, Andrew Nilges, Emily Norby, and Matt Thompson—were present, along with Superintendent Dr. Craig Schmidt and Business Manager Sponder. Chairperson Kistner called the meeting to order and welcomed…