Take Action. Save Loring.
We have an opportunity to make our voices heard. The vote is scheduled for November 10th, 2026. The survey for public feedback closes on October 16th.
This is what you can do.
Do All Four Steps before October 16th
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Link to survey: https://my.thoughtexchange.com/participate/226363058
What to include in your feedback:
Say “Loring” by name - even if the survey is asking about the district rather than the school itself.
Ask for an option that keeps Loring open.
Demand real financial transparency: Ask the district to release the exact per-school cost projections that Director Callahan requested—especially now that leadership admits closures won't yield major cost savings.
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Share in an email how your child and family would be affected if Loring closes. Ask for a fourth option that includes Loring staying open.
Sharon El-Amin- District 2 Member Sharon.El-Amin@mpls.k12.mn.us
Collin Beachy- Member at Large Collin.Beachy@mpls.k12.mn.us
Joyner Emerick- Member at Large Joyner.Emerick@mpls.k12.mn.us
Kim Ellison- Member at Large Kim.Ellison@mpls.k12.mn.us
Ty Thompson- Deputy Superintendent ty.thompson@mpls.k12.mn.us
Lisa Sayles-Adams- Superintendent mpssup@mpls.k12.mn.us
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Leave your contact information at the Loring PTA table during Music in the Park on September 17th, 2026 in Victory Park (6-8pm).
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Minneapolis Feedback Meeting - Free childcare and interpreters (Spanish, Hmong, and Somali) will be available on-site. Lets fill the room with Loring parents and students.
Camden High September 30th 6-7:30pm
North High October 7th 6-7:30pm
Take Direct Action Today: Email Our Representatives
Share what it would mean to your child and family if Loring closed and ask for a delay.
Sharon El-Amin- District 2 Member Sharon.El-Amin@mpls.k12.mn.us
Collin Beachy- Member at Large Collin.Beachy@mpls.k12.mn.us
Joyner Emerick- Member at Large Joyner.Emerick@mpls.k12.mn.us
Kim Ellison- Member at Large Kim.Ellison@mpls.k12.mn.us
Ty Thompson- Deputy Superintendent ty.thompson@mpls.k12.mn.us
Lisa Sayles-Adams- Superintendent mpssup@mpls.k12.mn.us
Now
MFPS Governing Survey
https://takeactionminnesota.org/campaigns/mfps-agenda
What: Minneapolis Families for Public Schools is asking for us to fill out their governing agenda survey so they can gain insights into what families in Minneapolis want. The more information gathered, the stronger our collective voice will be.
Now Until October 16th
Take the MPS Survey - share your thoughts on Loring closing.
Ways To Take Action
Now
Order a “SAVE LORING” Yard Sign to show your support for Loring Elementary.
Order here: https://forms.gle/dvLHbnoJZe239SE46
September 30th, 2026
Where: Camden Highschool
What: Attend the MPS sponsored feedback meeting at Camden on September 30th from 6-7:30 (more info at the bottom of this page) https://www.mpschools.org/about-mps/school-transformation
October 5th, 2026
What: DELAY the VOTE Protest before the MPS Listening session at South High School. Let’s show up and REPRESENT for our North Minneapolis schools!
Where: South High School, 3131 19th Ave. S
Time: 5-6pm
Poster with More info: https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6aab48ed9612a4073289ebb0/e3b6c941-d414-4b2b-abf4-1aa141a35183/1000045900.JPG?format=1500w
October 7th, 2026
Where: North High School
Attend the MPS sponsored feedback meeting at North High October 7th from 6-7:30 (more info at the bottom of this page) https://www.mpschools.org/about-mps/school-transformation
October 8th, 2026 5pm
What: Loring Schoolyard Garden School and Community Picnic
Where: Loring Elementary, Schoolyard Learning Garden
What: An opportunity for students and their families to meet their neighbors and community members.
