Lakeville Area Schools Earns Outstanding Community Trust

The results are in, and they're impressive.

Lakeville Area Schools' annual community survey has revealed the highest satisfaction scores in three years, with community members expressing extraordinary confidence in the district's educational quality, financial stewardship, and leadership decisions.

Presented at the May 13 school board meeting, these results paint a picture of a school district that has successfully built and maintained strong community trust – no small feat in today's educational landscape.

This info is coming directly from Lakeville Area Schools.

Exceptional Marks Across the Board

The survey results showcase a community that believes deeply in their schools:

Educational Excellence: A remarkable 89% of community members rated the quality of education at Lakeville Area Schools as good or excellent. This near-90% approval rating speaks volumes about the district's commitment to academic achievement and student success.

Teacher Performance: An outstanding 91% of respondents believe teachers are doing a good job – the highest score among all categories and a testament to the quality of educators serving Lakeville students.

Leadership Confidence: With 74% of community members expressing satisfaction with both the school board and superintendent's performance, it's clear that leadership decisions are resonating with constituents.

Financial Stewardship Wins Community Approval

Perhaps most notably, the survey reveals strong community confidence in the district's financial management:

• 78% believe the district spends taxpayer funding effectively

• 69% consider their school taxes a good investment

• 79% are satisfied with district decision-making processes

• 86% believe the district "does what is right"

These numbers are particularly significant given the ongoing national conversations about educational funding and fiscal responsibility. Lakeville Area Schools has clearly demonstrated to its community that it can be trusted with public resources.

What This Means for Students and Families

The proposed levy renewal would generate approximately $4 million annually for 10 years to support:

• K-12 STEM programming enhancement

• Cybersecurity systems and infrastructure upgrades

• Safety and security system improvements

• Educational technology devices and infrastructure maintenance

Importantly, because this represents a renewal of an existing levy (originally approved in 2015) rather than a new tax, homeowners would see no increase in their tax burden.

Looking Forward

With such strong community backing, Lakeville Area Schools is well-positioned to continue its mission of supporting every student's success.

The survey results don't just reflect past performance; they provide a mandate for continued excellence and investment in student opportunities.

The upcoming capital projects levy renewal, backed by 84% community support, would ensure that students have access to cutting-edge technology, robust career preparation programs, and safe, secure learning environments for the next decade.

For families considering Lakeville Area Schools, these results offer compelling evidence of a district that has earned its community's trust through consistent delivery of educational excellence, responsible resource management, and genuine commitment to student success.

The message from this survey is clear: Lakeville Area Schools isn't just meeting expectations – it's exceeding them, year after year.

That's the kind of educational foundation every student deserves.