School Board
Teaching children throughout the district is truly a team effort. We’re fortunate to have some of the most experienced and educated teachers in Minnesota, along with dedicated staff, parents, and volunteers willing to help our children succeed now and into the future.
As elected leaders, we welcome your input. Contact information for the school board is available on this webpage, along with agendas and meeting minutes. Board meetings are regularly held the third Tuesday of the month at 6:15 PM in the Worthington High School Band Room, 1211 Clary Street. The meetings are also televised on Cable TV Channel 3 and live streamed through the School District’s Facebook page.
Again, we’d enjoy hearing from you and we welcome your suggestions and input.

Front Row (left to right): Steve Schnieder-Clerk, Erin Schutte, Joel Lorenz-Chair; Back Row (left to right) Matt Widboom, Adam Blume-Vice Chair, Lori Dudley-Treasurer and Tom Prins
Next School Board Meeting Date:
School Board Meeting
October 17, 2023, at 6:15 p.m.
Worthington High School Band Room
Board Meeting Agendas
September 19, 2023, School Board Agenda
Board Meeting Minutes
- 2023 – September 19, 2023, School Board Meeting Minutes – UNAPPROVED
- 2023 – August 15, 2023, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2023 – July 18, 2023, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2023 – July 18, 2023, School Board Worksession Minutes
- 2023 – July 6, 2023, School Board Work Session Minutes
- 2023 – June 20, 2023, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2023 – May 30, 2023, Special School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2023 – May 16, 2023, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2023 – April 18, 2023, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2023 – March 21, 2023, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2023 – February 21, 2023, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2023 – January 17, 2023, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2023 – January 9, 2023, Special School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2022 – December 20, 2022, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2022 – November 15, 2022, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2022 – November 7, 2022, School Board Worksession Minutes
- 2022 – October 18, 2022, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2022 – September 20, 2022, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2022 – August 16, 2022, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2022 – July 19, 2022, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2022 – June 21, 2022, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2022 – May 31, 2022, Special School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2022 – May 17, 2022, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2022 – April 19, 2022, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2022 – April 4, 2022, Special School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2022 – March 15, 2022, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2022 – February 24, 2022, School Board Work Session Minutes
- 2022 – February 15, 2022, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2022 – January 18, 2022, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2022 – January 3, 2022, Special School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2021 – December 21, 2021, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2021 – November 16, 2021, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2021 – October 19, 2021, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2021 – October 19, 2021, School Board Work Session Minutes
- 2021 – September 21, 2021, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2021 – August 17, 2021, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2021 – July 20, 2021, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2021 – June 15, 2021, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2021 – June 2, 2021, School Board Work Session Minutes
- 2021 – May 18, 2021, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2021 – April 20, 2021, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2021 – March 16, 2021, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2021 – February 23, 2021, School Board Worksession Minutes
- 2021 – February 16, 2021, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2021 – January 19, 2021, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2021 – January 4, 2021, Special School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2020 – December 15, 2020, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2020 – November 17, 2020, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2020 – November 13, 2020, Special School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2020 – October 20, 2020, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2020 – September 29, 2020, Special School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2020 – September 15, 2020, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2020 – September 10, 2020, School Board Work Session Minutes
- 2020 – August 18, 2020, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2020 – August 6, 2020, Special School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2020 – July 21, 2020, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2020 – June 16, 2020, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2020 – May 19, 2020, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2020 – May 7, 2020, Special School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2020 – April 21, 2020, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2020 – March 17, 2020, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2020 – February 18, 2020 School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2020 – January 28, 2020, School Board Work Session Minutes
- 2020 – January 21, 2020, School Board Meeting Minutes
- 2020 – January 6, 2020, Special School Board Meeting Minutes
School Board Goals
The School Board members will:
I. Improve communications with students, employees, parents, community members, businesses and others (stakeholders) in the district through a variety of options to promote, enhance and improve understanding of the mission, vision and goals of the district.
Objectives: Board members will:
- Visit every building at least two times per year.
- Participate in listening times with various stakeholders by attending informal groups, building meetings, and other school and public gatherings.
- Communicate through a variety of methods about school related topics.(Examples are: TV, newsletters, paper, radio, listening groups)
II. Improve their understanding and knowledge of public education programs and processes of the district byparticipatingin training, conferences, and other activities.
Objectives: Board members will:
- Develop a better understanding for expectations of the district by gathering information through communication, surveys and other means.
- Participate in growth opportunities and development by attending at least three training opportunities annually.
III. Increase involvement by stakeholders when gathering input for decisions and direction of the district.
Objectives: Board members will:
- Establish baseline data for identifying stakeholder involvement in the district.
- Develop an action plan for increased involvement by a variety of stakeholder groups within the district.
IV. Increase visibility and involvement through participation in school events, community events, and other activities that can promote the district.
Objectives: Board members will:
- Establish baseline data through a survey of others regarding school board members involvement in the district and community.
- Develop expectations for the performance of board member.
- Implement a short information time on building and district programs at committee and/or board meetings.
V. Develop an assessment tool for board member goals and utilize this tool for evaluative purposes.
Objectives: Board members will:
- Report actions toward reaching these goals.
- Set appropriate expectations for measurement of success.
- Utilize Minnesota School Board Association’s self evaluation tool for baseline and analysis of future data.
School Board Committees
Instructional Committee
Lori Dudley
Tom Prins
Matt Widboom
Operations Committee
Adam Blume
Steve Schnieder
Erin Schutte
Classified Negotiating Committee
Erin Schutte
Steve Schnieder
Adam Blume
Licensed Negotiating Committee
Joel Lorenz
Tom Prins
Lori Dudley
Compensation Committee
Steve Schnieder
Adam Blume
Erin Schutte
Meet and Confer
Lori Dudley
Tom Prins
Matt Widboom
Curriculum and Instruction Committee
Lori Dudley
Adam Blume
Alternate-Tom Prins
Other Committees
- Communications Committee-Tom Prins and Erin Schutte
- Community Education Advisory Council–Erin Schutte
- Minnesota State High School League–Adam Blume
- Worthington-Crailsheim Intern, Inc.–Lori Dudley
- MSBA Legislative Liaison–Erin Schutte
- District Technology Committee–Tom Prins and Adam Blume
- MSBA Communication Network–David Skog, Alternate-Tom Prins
- District Staff Development Committee–Matt Widboom and Adam Blume; Alternate-Tom Prins
- LC/VIBE Governing Board–Lori Dudley
- Cable 3 Joint Powers Board– Steve Schnieder
- Nobles County Integration Collaborative–Steve Schnieder
- Joint City/County/College/School Committee-Tom Prins and Lori Dudley; Alternate-Erin Schutte
- Facilities Sub Committee-Adam Blume, Tom Prins and Steve Schnieder
- Worlds Best Workforce Committee-Adam Blume, Alternate-Lori Dudley
Temporary Committees until July 2023:
Bond Oversite Commmittee-Lori Dudley and Steve Schnieder
Board members

Chair
joel.lorenz55@icloud.com
Term Expires: 12/31/2024

Vice Chair
oneadam16@gmail.com
Term Expires: 12/31/2026

Clerk
steve.schnieder@isd518.net
Term Expires: 12/31/2024

Treasurer
ladudley62@gmail.com
Term Expires: 12/31/2026

Board Member
tomprins50@me.com
Term Expires: 12/31/2024

Board Member
erin.schutte@isd518.net
Term Expires: 12/31/2026

Matt Widboom
Board Member
matthew.widboom@isd518.net
Term Expires: 12/31/2023
Election information – Campaign financial reports
- February 2019 Education MN Campaign Financial Report
- February 2019 Support Our Schools Campaign Financial Report
- 2019 Education MN Campaign Financial Report
- November 2019 EMW Campaign Finance Report
- November 2019 Support Our Schools Campaign Financial Report
- November 2019 Worthington Citizens for Progress Financial Report
- November 2020 Steve Schnieder Campaign Finance Reports
- November 2020 Linden Olson Campaign Finance Report
- November 2020 Brad Shaffer Campaign Finance Reports
- November 2020 Tom Prins Campaign Finance Reports
- 2020 Worthington Citizens for Progress Campaign Reports FINAL
- 2022 Erin Schutte Campaign Finance Reports
- 2022 EMW Campaign Finance Report
- 2022 Lori Dudley’s Campaign Finance Report
If you need assistance reading the Campaign Finance Reports, please send a detailed email to 4tech@isd518.net or contact us at District Office 507-372-2172.