Rebecca Gagnon

Minneapolis School Board

Rebecca Gagnon is a two-term citywide School Board Director in Minneapolis Public Schools running for re-election. As the incumbent At-large School Board Candidate in Minneapolis, she is running to continue the progress she has worked to build, including equitable access across the city to educational and extracurricular opportunities, and reducing administration and reinvesting more resources directly in to schools and classrooms. She will continue to work with Minneapolis students and families, understanding that public education must serve the whole child which is why she has championed longer recess, healthy farm to table meal programs, mental health supports, and the option of full service community schools.

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Kimberly Caprini

Minneapolis School Board

Kimberly Caprini is an experienced and passionate candidate for the Minneapolis School Board. As a parent involved in her children’s education and as an advocate for all kids, she has spent several years volunteering in various capacities in the district. She serves on school committees, site councils and district parent advisories. She is ever present at events to engage the community to hear and talk about what concerns or issues they have. Kimberly has been a regular attendee at board meetings and their committee meetings, she stays aware of what’s coming down the pipeline. Kimberly is committed to equitably funding and resourcing our schools and she has a forward-looking vision for what our schools can be and need. With over 10 years of experience advocating for MPS families and 8 of those years in our schools and at the district level she has proven that she would be an asset in making a bigger impact in all students academic careers.

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Photo by  Azhae'la Hanson, North High School Class of 2018

Natalie Ringsmuth

St. Cloud Area School Board

Natalie Ringsmuth is running for a seat on the District 742/St. Cloud Area School Board. This is her first time running for the 742 school board, although she was formerly elected to the STRIDE Academy School Board. Natalie is running for school board to ensure that all learners have equal access to educational opportunities and is uniquely qualified to serve - she is an experienced school board member, a former educator, and a mother of 3 students in District 742.

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Kara Gloe

Moorhead School Board

Kara Gloe is running for re-election to the Moorhead School Board. She is running because she has a passion for educational equity. Her previous experience on the board and her background in Community Development make her the best candidate.

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Jenny Arneson

Minneapolis School Board

Jenny is running for reelection to the Minneapolis School Board. Jenny has tirelessly advocated for academic equity among all District 1 Minneapolis schools and she holds district officials accountable for promises made to her community. Jenny has great faith in the quality of Minneapolis Public Schools: she is a product of Edison High School and has three sons in public schools right now. Prior to working in schools, Jenny was a social worker and community organizer on the Northside. She has been constantly mindful of the need to address city-wide inequalities and understands she must be an advocate for every member of our Minneapolis Public Schools family to provide the opportunity for a quality education and for strong urban schools overall.

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Deborah White

Moorhead City Council

Deb White is seeking to represent Moorhead’s Ward 3 on city council. White previously served in Moorhead Planning Commission but this is her first time seeking elected office. White has dedicated her career to increasing women’s representation in public leadership positions. This year she was eager to join with the record number of women across the country seeking elected office. As a former Moorhead Planning Commissioner and business owner, neighborhood advocate, and experienced leader, she has the knowledge and skills to help lead the thoughtful planning needed to encourage economic development while also protecting homeowners’ investments, promoting neighborhood vitality.

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Dannah Thompson

Roseville City Council

Dannah Thompson is a first time candidate in the race for Roseville City Council. She is running to be a champion of the community and return their platform to effecting change. As someone who has been actively involved in the community she will be sure to work hard in engaging Roseville residents and seeking their input in the decision making process.

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Rachel Quick

Mendota Heights City Council

Rachel Quick is a first-time candidate for Mendota Heights City Council. The Mendota Heights community is facing many opportunities for protecting our open spaces and improving our land. Rachel has the best experience to lead residents and city staff with practical knowledge.

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Suzie Nakasian

Northfield City Council

Suzie Nakasian was elected to the Northfield City Council  in 2010 and re-elected in 2o14, representing Northfield’s East Side Neighborhoods. She is focused on expanding Northfield’s economic base, improving the community’s connections to the State and region, and seeing that local government delivers high-quality basic services while living within its means. Suzie is well known and appreciated for her availability to constituents, her genuine receptivity to all views, and her demonstrated fidelity to community-derived plans and goals over special interests. Suzie brings to her work a welcome mix of big picture vision and a demonstrated ability to get things done.

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