School Board Members
- Alexandria Native, Graduate of Jefferson High School
- Has a Deep Commitment to this Community and its Residents
- Has owned Multiple Local Businesses in Design and Home Decor
- Full-time Licensed Pastoral Ministry at Lake Community Church
- Passion is to see anyone who is willing, learn to embrace their purpose, identity and the potential to make the world a better place.
- Personal Mission Statement:
- “To empower the development of beauty on the inside and out – with people, spaces and all of creation.”
- Science Teacher since 1998
- CSI Program featured at the MN School Board Leadership Conference
- UbD and Formative Assessment Trainer
- Trauma-informed Advocate
- Executive Functioning Specialist
- U.S. Department of Education Teach to Lead Summit
- Presenter at CFES National Conference “Changing Life Trajectories”
- Intervention Specialist
- Geography and History Instructor at Alexandria Technical and Community College since 1997
- Passionate for Helping At-risk and Economically Disadvantaged Yout
- Community Kids Teen Homework Night Host
- He and his wife, Rita, have hosted secondary students in their home since 2011.
- Board Member of Douglas County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
- Leadership Council Member for Safe Families for Children - West Central Minnesota
- Bachelor degree in Education, Masters degree in Educational Administration
- Social Studies Teacher, Principal, Athletic Director & Charter School Director
- Charter School Advocate
- I found the Charter school a far better educational experience for students, teachers and staff because an educational, social and safe environment can be established and promoted.
- Born in Alexandria, left after graduating from high school and now returned here enjoying a happy retirement with my lovely wife and "Tucker", our English Springer Spaniel
- Raised by a single mother with 4 children
- Served in the U.S. Army, overseas for a one-year tour in Vietnam
- Bachelor’s Degree in English, Master Degree in Teaching
- Juris Doctorate Degree from Mitchell Hamline Law School; licensed in Federal Court and MN State Courts
- Practiced law for 26 years
- Acted at a variety of theatres in the Minneapolis/St. Paul community
- My husband, Dan, and I have 3 children - Isaac (17), Olivia (15), and Lydia (almost 8)
- Moved from the Twin Cities to Parkers Prairie 8 years ago
- Stay-at-home mom for 14 years
- Originally from Staples, MN
- Enjoys spending time with "my people" - camping, bonfires, 4-wheeling, thrift-store and antique shopping
- Passionate about motherhood and being advocate for my children
- “It's a real honor to be able to serve on a board with like-minded people who truly care about the children in our communities, especially the ones who might not fit the "mold."
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
Board Meeting Dates & Location
Board Meeting Location
Kalon Prep Academy
1877 Aga Drive
Alexandria, MN 56308
Board meetings are held the 2nd Monday of every month at 5:00pm.