Reimagine Rdale: Vision 2030 Team

The Reimagine Rdale: Vision 2030 Team is a group of 46 people, intentionally selected to reflect the diverse demographics of Robbinsdale Area Schools, and includes students, staff, parents/guardians, community members, alumni and community and business partners. Their task is to take a deep, thoughtful look at the district and provide recommendations for how we can better serve our students and community in the future. Here’s what the team will do:

1. Learn and Collaborate: Starting with an orientation, the team will meet monthly January 2025 through August 2025. They’ll dive into their roles, get a clear understanding of the goals, and work together with a shared focus on equity, inclusion, and innovation.

2. Study the District as a Whole: The team will take a holistic approach, analyzing academic achievement, enrollment trends, how our buildings are used, our financial picture, and how well programs are meeting the needs of students. This process will be informed by data and insights from various sources, including the community.

3. Engage the Community: Listening to the community is key. The team will gather input through the Vision 2030 Survey and community engagement events, and other opportunities for feedback. This ensures the recommendations reflect the voices, needs, and hopes of our students, families, staff and community.

4. Explore Bold Ideas: The team will study a range of possibilities for the district’s future, such as reimagining how services are delivered, potential building closures or repurposing, or changes to programs. They’ll consider the feasibility, financial impacts, and, most importantly, how these changes would support equity and better outcomes for students.

5. Develop Recommendations: Over time, the team will refine their findings into a clear, actionable report. This report will outline challenges, propose solutions, and provide the school board with recommendations to guide decisions about the district’s future.

6. Share Their Vision: In September 2025, the team will present their recommendations to the school board and share their vision with the community. These recommendations will guide key decisions as we work toward a district that is innovative, sustainable, and positioned to serve all learners equitably.

This collaborative effort is about more than just solving challenges—it’s about creating a brighter future for Robbinsdale Area Schools, one that reflects the needs and dreams of the students and families we serve.

Meet the 2030 Vision Team

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Selection Process

The process to select the Reimagine Rdale: Vision 2030 Team was carefully designed to ensure fairness, inclusivity, and representation while avoiding any pre-determined outcomes. The goal was to create a 46-member team that reflects the diverse voices of Robbinsdale Area Schools (Rdale), statistically mirrors the demographics of our student body and community, and brings a wide range of perspectives to the table.

The application, open from Dec. 18, 2024, to Jan. 12, 2025, was broadly promoted through district and school websites, newsletters, social media, and direct outreach by district staff and leadership to encourage members of school communities to apply.

Key Selection Criteria

The team composition prioritized:

• Representation of various stakeholder groups, including students, parents/guardians, staff, members of the community, alumni, elected officials, and community partners.
• Alignment with the demographic representation of the district’s student body and community.
• A rubric-based evaluation of each application, weighing:
  • Interest and commitment
  • Perspective and skills
  • Focus on equity and inclusion
  • Willingness to fully participate in the process

Review Process

Each of the 155 applications received was assigned a unique 4-digit identification number based on the applicant’s role (e.g., parent, student, staff, etc.). An 11-person review team conducted blind evaluations on Jan. 13, 2025, with each application reviewed and scored independently by three randomly assigned reviewers. Using the rubric, an average score was calculated for each applicant.

Applications were then ranked within their respective role categories, and the top scorers from each category were compiled into a central roster. This preliminary roster was analyzed to ensure alignment with district demographics. Additionally, the geographic locations of the selected applicants were charted on a map to verify broad representation across the district's communities. Any gaps in geographic or demographic representation were addressed by adding applicants from underrepresented areas or groups to the final roster.

Final Steps

Invitations to join the Vision 2030 Team were sent on Friday, Jan. 17, with a request to confirm participation by Wednesday, Jan. 22. All 46 invitees accepted, and remaining applicants were then notified of their status, with encouragement to stay engaged and informed about future opportunities to contribute.

This transparent and rigorous process has resulted in a Vision 2030 Team that authentically represents Rdale's community.

Vision 2030 Team Meetings

The Vision 2030 Team meetings are held from 5–9 p.m. on the following dates: Jan. 29, Feb. 25, March 25, April 30, May 20, June 17 (1-9 p.m.), July 10, and Aug. 13, 2025, with a final presentation to the School Board on Sept. 15, 2025. Meeting locations will rotate among buildings throughout the district to ensure participants gain a broad perspective of the district’s facilities and operations. To support team members, meals and child care are provided, and language services are available upon request. Agendas and study data for each meeting can be found below. Please note that these meetings are not open to the public to ensure a focused and productive environment for the team’s work.

Reimagine Rdale: Vision 2030 Team Meeting Schedule