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LEAF is a shining example of the greatness within the St. Cloud Community

September 17, 2026
This year LEAF is featuring blogs from our Board members and volunteers sharing why they give their time and talents in service to District 742 students. Today’s blog is from Sam Court, a member of our LEAF Board. “The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members.” – Coretta Scott King I believe that LEA…
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Some Things Are Caught, Not Taught

September 2, 2026
This year LEAF is featuring blogs from our Board members and volunteers sharing why they give their time and talents in service to District 742 students. Today’s blog is from Lori Johnson, a member of our LEAF Board. Some things are caught, not taught. Growing up, I watched my parents show up — for their neighbors, their community, and anyone who needed a…
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Common Ground on Funding and Accountability, With the Full Context

August 26, 2026
This article by Laurie Putnam, Ed.D. – Superintendent of St. Cloud Area School District 742,  was published in St. Cloud Live. We are reposting it here to give context to why LEAF 742 is a necessary part of our community. With state and federal budgets underfunding District 742, our donors fill those gaps and help bring access and opportunity to 10,000+ s…
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Activities Build Future Ready Students

August 3, 2026
This year LEAF is featuring blogs from our Board members and volunteers sharing why they give their time and talents in service to District 742 students. Today’s blog is from Hillary Johnson, a member of our LEAF Board. When I joined St. Cloud Tech High School as Activities Director a year ago, I knew extracurricular activities were important.  But I don’t…
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The Ripple Effect of Student Opportunity

July 16, 2026
This year LEAF is featuring blogs from our Board members and volunteers sharing why they give their time and talents in service to District 742 students. Today’s blog is from Becky Bastein, a member of our LEAF Board. Although I am a transplant to St. Cloud, I am a product of the Minnesota public school system. During those years, I discovered so much abou…
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Roll & Read Library Bus – STILL ROLLING!

July 14, 2026
The PAKRAT Roll & Read Bus is on the road! Stop by one of our scheduled locations to explore a great selection of fun summer reads. Check the Roll & Read schedule for dates, times, and a stop near you! Would you like to support or read more about LEAF’s PAKRAT program and the Roll  & Read Bus? Click here.
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