2026 Election Information: Permanent School Fund Constitutional Amendment
Minnesota voters will see a proposed constitutional amendment related to the Permanent School Fund on the November 3, 2026 ballot.
Official Ballot Question:
“Shall the Minnesota Constitution be amended to increase the funding going to all school districts from the permanent school fund, which is a fund that supports school districts without raising individual income or property taxes, effective July 1, 2027?”
What is the Permanent School Fund?
Minnesota has a permanent school fund dated back to 1858 when the Federal Government granted millions of acres of land to the state for the use of public schools.
Today, Minnesota has approximately 2.5 million acres of school trust land and an additional 1 million acres of severed mineral rights. From the sale of some land, from timber sales, mining, land leases, interest earned, and other revenues, the Permanent School Fund has grown from approximately $675 million in 2010 to approximately $2.3 billion in 2025.
Currently, the Minnesota Constitution generally limits distributions from the fund to net interest and dividends. The proposed amendment would change how distributions are determined. If approved by voters, state law provides for an annual distribution equal to 4.5% of the fund’s average net asset value over the previous three fiscal years, beginning July 1, 2027.
The amendment would also establish constitutional principles for managing the fund as a perpetual financial resource for Minnesota schools while preserving its purchasing power over time.
Important Voting Information
Under Minnesota law, constitutional amendments must receive approval from a majority of all voters participating in the election. Leaving the constitutional amendment question blank has the same effect as voting “No.” Voters may vote “Yes” or “No” on the question.
This post is being shared for informational purposes to help our community understand the question appearing on the 2026 ballot.
For additional information about the Permanent School Fund:
Short Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phL5OtEg5no&t=10s
Website: https://www.mnpsfamendment.org/
Information Sheet: https://bit.ly/3GJqiA1
Secretary of State Office Amendment information: https://bit.ly/4gndnX7
Minnesota voters will see a proposed constitutional amendment related to the Permanent School Fund on the November 3, 2026 ballot.
Official Ballot Question:
“Shall the Minnesota Constitution be amended to increase the funding going to all school districts from the permanent school fund, which is a fund that supports school districts without raising individual income or property taxes, effective July 1, 2027?”
What is the Permanent School Fund?
Minnesota has a permanent school fund dated back to 1858 when the Federal Government granted millions of acres of land to the state for the use of public schools.
Today, Minnesota has approximately 2.5 million acres of school trust land and an additional 1 million acres of severed mineral rights. From the sale of some land, from timber sales, mining, land leases, interest earned, and other revenues, the Permanent School Fund has grown from approximately $675 million in 2010 to approximately $2.3 billion in 2025.
Currently, the Minnesota Constitution generally limits distributions from the fund to net interest and dividends. The proposed amendment would change how distributions are determined. If approved by voters, state law provides for an annual distribution equal to 4.5% of the fund’s average net asset value over the previous three fiscal years, beginning July 1, 2027.
The amendment would also establish constitutional principles for managing the fund as a perpetual financial resource for Minnesota schools while preserving its purchasing power over time.
Important Voting Information
Under Minnesota law, constitutional amendments must receive approval from a majority of all voters participating in the election. Leaving the constitutional amendment question blank has the same effect as voting “No.” Voters may vote “Yes” or “No” on the question.
This post is being shared for informational purposes to help our community understand the question appearing on the 2026 ballot.
For additional information about the Permanent School Fund:
Short Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phL5OtEg5no&t=10s
Website: https://www.mnpsfamendment.org/
Information Sheet: https://bit.ly/3GJqiA1
Secretary of State Office Amendment information: https://bit.ly/4gndnX7
FYI- Our School Board meeting is tonight at 6:30 p.m.
If you would like to attend, please use door #2 as we are waxing floors and it's the only way to get to the meeting.
This is the door adjacent to the east parking lot that goes to our Middle School Area.
The meeting will be held in our multi-purpose room.
If you would like to attend, please use door #2 as we are waxing floors and it's the only way to get to the meeting.
This is the door adjacent to the east parking lot that goes to our Middle School Area.
The meeting will be held in our multi-purpose room.
Davidson’s was on site last week and completed two important projects for MCC.
They connected our Outdoor Classroom to the city sewer system, which will allow us to open the bathrooms for football games, Outdoor Classroom activities, and other events held on our school grounds.
Davidson’s also completed the leveling and field preparation for our new Junior High Softball Field. It was impressive to see how much work they completed in just a few days!This week, the softball field and surrounding work areas were hydroseeded. Please help us get the new grass established by staying off the softball field and all newly hydroseeded areas.
We also included a photo of our football area, which is looking nice and green after the recent rains! It provides a great view of the improvements made to our track as well.
A lot of great progress is happening outside at MCC as we continue improving our facilities for our students, programs, and community!
Youth Football Announcement:
If you missed Registration/Equipment handout night it's not too late.
We will take registration/handout equipment prior to first practice tomorrow (Wednesday) @ MCC.
Please come at 5:15 to register/pick up equipment. Practice will start at 6 pm.
Registration form: https://bit.ly/3U4HDyw
Physical form: https://bit.ly/4h40lA1 (If you were in football prior, we have your physical form). This would be for new fourth graders or those new to football.
If you missed Registration/Equipment handout night it's not too late.
We will take registration/handout equipment prior to first practice tomorrow (Wednesday) @ MCC.
Please come at 5:15 to register/pick up equipment. Practice will start at 6 pm.
Registration form: https://bit.ly/3U4HDyw
Physical form: https://bit.ly/4h40lA1 (If you were in football prior, we have your physical form). This would be for new fourth graders or those new to football.
Now Hiring Elementary Paraprofessionals for the 26-27 School Year!
Apply to Ken Wiggs: kwiggs@mccfreeze.org for more info visit: https://www.newfolden.k12.mn.us/page/job-postings
Apply to Ken Wiggs: kwiggs@mccfreeze.org for more info visit: https://www.newfolden.k12.mn.us/page/job-postings
Northern Freeze Youth Football Registration-Equipment Pick Up Reminder:
We will be hosting registration and equipment pickup for Youth Football on Sunday, August 16 at the field house at MCC.
4th grade 5:30 pm, 5th grade 6 pm, 6th grade 6:30 pm
Cost $60
Registration form: https://bit.ly/3U4HDyw
Physical Form (if needed): https://bit.ly/4h40lA1 (must have physical turned in before first practice)
We will be hosting registration and equipment pickup for Youth Football on Sunday, August 16 at the field house at MCC.
4th grade 5:30 pm, 5th grade 6 pm, 6th grade 6:30 pm
Cost $60
Registration form: https://bit.ly/3U4HDyw
Physical Form (if needed): https://bit.ly/4h40lA1 (must have physical turned in before first practice)
Check out the New Fall Freeze Online Store: https://stores.inksoft.com/freezeicebox/shop/products/all?page=1
Store closes Sunday, August 23rd at 11:59 pm. Free delivery to all schools.
Freeze Fall Sports (VB, FB, CC) Meeting for players and parents Mon. Aug. 10th @ 6:30 p.m. Location: MCC Main HS Gym
Junior High Football will have equipment pick up following the Fall Sports Meeting on August 10.
MCC Parent Reminder - Transportation Changes
If anything is changing for your family regarding bus transportation, please reach out to Transportation Supervisor Adam Lokstad. His e-mail is: alokstad@mccfreeze.org. You may also text/call: 218-689-1767.
We appreciate the heads up and help as Adam works to plan and time our bus routes!
Thank you!!
If anything is changing for your family regarding bus transportation, please reach out to Transportation Supervisor Adam Lokstad. His e-mail is: alokstad@mccfreeze.org. You may also text/call: 218-689-1767.
We appreciate the heads up and help as Adam works to plan and time our bus routes!
Thank you!!
Here is an early August update for Parents: https://bit.ly/3RJdGU7
The update includes:
- Staffing updates
- Back to School Resources/Reminders
- Job Openings
- Projects around School
- Items for Sale on Bids
The update includes:
- Staffing updates
- Back to School Resources/Reminders
- Job Openings
- Projects around School
- Items for Sale on Bids
The district has some excess property for sale on sealed bids.
- Two 40" Sharp TVs with wall mount and remote. TVs no longer have base for free standing
- One Kasino Amplifier and Speaker on wheels
- Three Professional Audio System Speakers (from main gym)
- One Piano (from Viking School) (Does not come with bench in picture)
- One 50" Toshiba TV with wall mount. TV no longer has base for free standing or remote.
Sealed Bids are due to the district office by Monday August 17, 3:00 p.m.
To bid:
Place name, phone number, item name, and price you wish to bid on a sheet of paper. Place in Sealed Envelope.
Label MCC Sealed Bid with your name on outside of envelope.
Turn into the district office.
Sealed Bids will be open at our August School Board Meeting August 18.
All items are as is. To view items stop by the school district office. All items are currently stored on the HS stage except the piano which is located in Viking School. Check in to the school office and someone will assist you so you can view items.
- Two 40" Sharp TVs with wall mount and remote. TVs no longer have base for free standing
- One Kasino Amplifier and Speaker on wheels
- Three Professional Audio System Speakers (from main gym)
- One Piano (from Viking School) (Does not come with bench in picture)
- One 50" Toshiba TV with wall mount. TV no longer has base for free standing or remote.
Sealed Bids are due to the district office by Monday August 17, 3:00 p.m.
To bid:
Place name, phone number, item name, and price you wish to bid on a sheet of paper. Place in Sealed Envelope.
Label MCC Sealed Bid with your name on outside of envelope.
Turn into the district office.
Sealed Bids will be open at our August School Board Meeting August 18.
All items are as is. To view items stop by the school district office. All items are currently stored on the HS stage except the piano which is located in Viking School. Check in to the school office and someone will assist you so you can view items.
Due to weather rain today and forecasted weather, JH 7/8th grade football agility session scheduled for Monday 8/3 has been rescheduled to 8/4 @ 6 pm @ MCC.
Come join us on Wednesday, August 12th as Tabby LeClaire teaches a beginners sign language class at the MCC High School Library from 6:30-8:30 - cost is $20 per person and open to ages 4th through adults! Please call the school office at 218-874-7225 or email mbjorgaard@mccfreeze.org to sign up. Payment is due the night of. Hope to see you there!
Youth Tackle Football 2026 (Grades 4-6):
Registration is now available here: https://bit.ly/3U4HDyw
Please bring registration, physical form (if needed), and $60 payment to Equipment Pick Up Night.
Equipment Pick Up Night is Sunday, August 16. 4th Grade Students: 5:30 pm, 5th Grade Students 6:00 pm, and 6th Grade students 6:30 pm.
Link to Physical Form: https://bit.ly/4h40lA1
Link to Freeze Youth Football Handbook: https://bit.ly/4wRbnhb
Forms are also available on our Website - Community Education page.
Registration is now available here: https://bit.ly/3U4HDyw
Please bring registration, physical form (if needed), and $60 payment to Equipment Pick Up Night.
Equipment Pick Up Night is Sunday, August 16. 4th Grade Students: 5:30 pm, 5th Grade Students 6:00 pm, and 6th Grade students 6:30 pm.
Link to Physical Form: https://bit.ly/4h40lA1
Link to Freeze Youth Football Handbook: https://bit.ly/4wRbnhb
Forms are also available on our Website - Community Education page.
Junior High Football (7/8th grade): Is hosting Agility Training Sessions for team members.
8/3 & 8/5 @ MCC 6:00-7:30
8/11 & 8/12 @ TC 6:00-7:30
Bring cleats and a water bottle.
8/3 & 8/5 @ MCC 6:00-7:30
8/11 & 8/12 @ TC 6:00-7:30
Bring cleats and a water bottle.
JH Basketball Skills Participants:
Tonights session will be held at Newfolden Elementary School tonight instead of Tri-County due to gym floor waxing.
5:30 to 7:00 pm
Don't forget water bottle!!
Tonights session will be held at Newfolden Elementary School tonight instead of Tri-County due to gym floor waxing.
5:30 to 7:00 pm
Don't forget water bottle!!
Youth Football Reminder:
We have Youth Football Skills Monday and Tuesday next week from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm for students at MCC and TC grades 4-6 next school year.
Monday is at MCC. Meet at the football field.
Tuesday is at TC. Meet at the Practice field.
Youth Skills is free of charge.
We advise cleats if you have them. Bring a water bottle.
Link to the form: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1F6-3IG5vfEICWwrMdubiIDaZTue6Fw7PeVdgL8d78qk/edit?usp=sharing
We have Youth Football Skills Monday and Tuesday next week from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm for students at MCC and TC grades 4-6 next school year.
Monday is at MCC. Meet at the football field.
Tuesday is at TC. Meet at the Practice field.
Youth Skills is free of charge.
We advise cleats if you have them. Bring a water bottle.
Link to the form: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1F6-3IG5vfEICWwrMdubiIDaZTue6Fw7PeVdgL8d78qk/edit?usp=sharing
Reminder: Filing Period for School Board is open July 14-July 28.
MCC School District has three (3) full four year term seats up for election. It also will have (1) two year term seat up for election.
To file, must complete Affidavit of Candidacy available at the district office and pay the $2 filing fee.
To be eligible:
- Must be an eligible voter
- Must be 21 years of age or more when assuming office
- must reside in the school district for 30 days before general election
- must have no other affidavit on file for any other office in general election unless authorized by Minn. Stat. 367.033
- must not have been convicted of an offense for which you are required to register as a predatory offender under Minn. Stat. 243.166
If you have any questions about serving on the school board, please reach out to Superintendent Jeffrey Lund
jlund@mccfreeze.org or call (218) 874-8530.
MCC School District has three (3) full four year term seats up for election. It also will have (1) two year term seat up for election.
To file, must complete Affidavit of Candidacy available at the district office and pay the $2 filing fee.
To be eligible:
- Must be an eligible voter
- Must be 21 years of age or more when assuming office
- must reside in the school district for 30 days before general election
- must have no other affidavit on file for any other office in general election unless authorized by Minn. Stat. 367.033
- must not have been convicted of an offense for which you are required to register as a predatory offender under Minn. Stat. 243.166
If you have any questions about serving on the school board, please reach out to Superintendent Jeffrey Lund
jlund@mccfreeze.org or call (218) 874-8530.
The Northern Freeze Cooperative has the following coaching openings:
*new* JH Football
C-Team Boys Basketball
Head Baseball Coach
To apply:
Send letter of interest to Athletic Directors:
Gary Taylor: gary_taylor@tricounty.k12.mn.us
Craig Peterson: cpeterson@mccfreeze.org
Positions are open until filled
*new* JH Football
C-Team Boys Basketball
Head Baseball Coach
To apply:
Send letter of interest to Athletic Directors:
Gary Taylor: gary_taylor@tricounty.k12.mn.us
Craig Peterson: cpeterson@mccfreeze.org
Positions are open until filled
