February 8, 2026 - NPAS Family District Newsletter

A Message From The Superintendent

Dear Families,

I hope this message finds you all well and remember that Spring is right around the corner!

Over the past few weeks, I have received questions regarding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activities following events in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and other metro communities over the past several weeks. While the direct impact on our specific community has been limited thus far, we recognize that this is a significant and sensitive issue across the state of Minnesota.

Our primary goal is to ensure a safe and supportive environment for every student and family. To that end, I would like to share the following reminders regarding our district's position and preparation:

• Priority on Safety: The safety of our students and families remains our utmost priority. We maintain a strong partnership with local law enforcement and are staying in close contact with them to monitor the situation.
• Administrative Readiness: Our administration is well-informed regarding practices related to immigration matters. The District office is fully prepared to provide guidance and support to our schools and families as needed.
• Support for Wellbeing and Belonging: Fostering a sense of belonging is central to our mission. Building strong relationships with our students and families is more important now than ever. Our student services teams are available as a resource, and I encourage any family needing support during these uncertain times to reach out to a member of the school administration or our student support teams.
• Adaptive Response: Because circumstances can change quickly, our response will remain fluid. We will continue to adapt based on the evolving needs of our students and the most current information available to us.

Thank you for your partnership and for helping us maintain a welcoming environment for all members of our school community. If your family is in need of additional support or has specific questions, I encourage you to reach out directly to your building administration at the school level.

As January has come to a close, I want to take a moment to recognize our dedicated School Board members for School Board Appreciation Month. These individuals volunteer countless hours to guide our district toward excellence and ensure our students have the resources they need to succeed. Please join me in thanking: Dennis Havlicek, School Board Chair; Kim Holden, School Board Vice Chair; Dan Call, School Board Clerk; Karen Steinhoff, School Board Treasurer; Ann Christy, School Board Director; Carrie Cuff, School Board Director; and Jean Schmidt, School Board Director

Sincerely,

Dr. Andrew Vollmuth