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South Washington County Schools (SoWashCo Schools) is at a critical stage with a bus driver staffing shortage that could result in cancellations or delays for bus routes in the mornings and afternoons.

During the school year, South Washington County Schools (SoWashCo Schools) may enter into an e-learning day (extended learning day) due to bad weather or other situations in which school cannot be held in person. In 2017, the Minnesota Legislature created the opportunity for schools to hold e-learning days. 

Due to bus driver staffing, South Washington County Schools (SoWashCo Schools) is making changes to transportation routes beginning Tuesday, Sept. 29.

In November, Minnesota voters will consider a proposed change to the Minnesota Constitution. The amendment would allow more money from the Permanent School Fund to be distributed to Minnesota public schools.

Here are some things that are good to know about Transportation for the 2026-27 School Year.

Here are some things that are good to know about Nutrition Services for the 2026-27 School Year.

Buses may run late at times, but our drivers are working hard to get students to and from school safely.

Even if a family does not qualify, their completed application could provide additional funding for their child’s school. Learn more at sowashco.org/edbenefits.

We invite you to consider joining an advisory or committee to share your voice and contribute to our school community.

All families must complete this update between Aug. 1 through Aug.15.

Minnesota’s SUN Bucks program provides $120 per eligible child to help families buy groceries during the summer months. Each child receives $40 per month (June–August) on a pre-loaded EBT card.

The Coalition of Adult Basic Education (COABE) presented an award to Gov. Tim Walz on Thursday, March 26, recognizing his role in securing millions in federal funding for adult education and career training programs.

Walz joined a national group of governors in signing an open letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to advocate for the release of $6.8 billion in congressionally approved funding that the Department of Education was expected to distribute to schools by July 1, 2025. This collective pressure was instrumental in releasing approximately $7 million in federal funding for Adult Education that had been delayed, ensuring program stability through fiscal year 2026.