Craig Oftedahl
By Nicole RonchettiApril 29, 2026The Luverne School Board approved a one-year contract for Superintendent Craig Oftedahl during its April 23 meeting. The contract covers the 2027-28 school year, and comes after Oftedahl announced his retirement earlier this year to allow himself to begin drawing from his pension. Oftedahl expressed a desire to be rehired, but also offered the board alternatives to seek a replacement. School…
By Nicole RonchettiApril 15, 2026Following Luverne Superintendent Craig Oftedahls’ retirement announcement, the school board plans to retain Oftedahl in the role following his official retirement. Oftedahl made it clear when the announcement was made that he hoped to stay on as a contracted superintendent. At the April 9 school board work session, Oftedahl said retirement would be a formality to allow him to begin…
By Nicole RonchettiApril 01, 2026Luverne Superintendent Craig Oftedahl announced his retirement during the school board’s March 26 meeting but hopes to stay on in his position with the district. The retirement, which is effective June 30, comes with an opportunity for Oftedahl to be rehired. If he is, Oftedahl could begin drawing from his pension while retaining his role as superintendent. He would also likely transition…- By Craig Oftedahl, Luverne Public Schools SuperintendentFebruary 07, 2023Seven dedicated individuals devote time and energy, making sure Luverne Public Schools is helping every child learn at a high level. The Minnesota School Boards Association has set February as Minnesota School Board Recognition Month to build awareness and understanding of the vital function elected school board members play in our society. We here in Luverne are joining other public school…
- By Craig Oftedahl, Luverne Public Schools SuperintendentAugust 30, 2022Staff encouraged to ‘know’ each and every student Superintendent Craig Oftedahl addressed employees at Luverne Public Schools Monday morning in preparation for the 2022-2023 school year, opening on Sept. 6. In his annual address to all staff members, Oftedahl encouraged them to make “Cardinal Connections.” To illustrate his message, the names of the 1,200 students were typed on a sheet of paper…
- By Craig Oftedahl, Luverne Public Schools SuperintendentMay 05, 2020Thank you, Luverne teachers! During the past six weeks, I have been reminded many times why I became an educator. It has been and always will be about the students for me. As a teacher, coach, principal, athletic director, and now as a superintendent, I always wanted students to have better opportunities than I had as a student and participant of extra-curricular activities. …
- By Craig Oftedahl, Luverne Public Schools SuperintendentSeptember 10, 2019This is somewhat an unusual title to an article in September, but each year at school, we get to experience a new beginning in September. Our tremendous staff members are busy prepping for the return of students and anxiously await the arrival of friendly faces, smiling students, giddy parents and the giggles and laughter that signal another school year. One of the great things about school is…
- By Craig Oftedahl, Luverne Public Schools SuperintendentSeptember 19, 2017I’ve worked in schools for 30 years and every fall I am impressed and inspired by the energy of students when they come back to school. It’s an exciting time of year for the kids, for parents and for teachers. The theme for this school year is “Purpose, Passion, Pride … Making a Difference.” Educating students and building relationships to prepare young people for the world is our purpose and we…
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