Cotton School

Coordinates: 47°10′28″N 92°28′46″W / 47.17444°N 92.47944°W / 47.17444; -92.47944
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Cotton School was a school of the Independent School District 2142 in Northern Minnesota. It was located in Cotton, Minnesota. The school opened in 1922, and closed in June 2011.

Building[edit]

The building opened in 1922. Several expansions have been put on. The school contained 2 gyms, a cafeteria, many classrooms, a music room, a large library and a newly constructed playground.

Closing[edit]

In an ISD 2142 referendum in December 2009, voters approved the closing of Cotton due to low attendance.[1] The school closed down before the 2011–2012 school year. It was purchased by a non-profit community group that has converted the building to a local community and arts center.

Principals[edit]

  • Sidney Simonson (2000–2006)
  • John Metsa (2006–2008)
  • Jeff Carey (2008–2010)
  • Kirsti Berlin (2010–2011)

References[edit]

  1. ^ Passi, Peter (8 December 2009). "District 2142 approves school building program". Duluth News Tribune.

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