February is Minnesota School Board Recognition Month. It's a great time to recognize our elected community members who selflessly give their time and energy to support high-quality public schooling for our youth.
School boards are charged with making decisions that can sometimes be difficult or require sifting through a great deal of information. They also bear responsibility for developing a vision that will guide the school district for years to come. Through collaboration as a team, and with school district staff, their governance, and advocacy are building the future of education in Minnesota.
This February, we're encouraging all members of the community to thank a board member. Please thank them for volunteering their time and playing a critical civic role that helps form the bedrock of our democracy - public education. As a crucial bridge between the local community and the school district, their efforts are instrumental in helping all of us realize the hopes and dreams we have for the children of our community.
The men and women serving Montevideo Public Schools and their years of service are:
Andrew Stenson - 16 years
Travis Birhanzl - 4 years
Becky Pauling - 3 years
Janet Wibben - 1 year (9 years prior service)
Daniel Ohmacht - 1 year
Dustin Shourds - 1 year