MNAFEE Board Members (as of Jan. 2024)
Ada Alden, Retired
Melissa Amundson, Fergus Falls Public Schools
Michelle Berscheid, Robbinsdale Area Schools
Stephanie Berwald, Mahtomedi Public Schools
Mike Brown, MDE (Liaison)
Sara Chovan, Hopkins Public Schools
Heather Cline, Hourglass Perspectives, LLC
Betty Cooke, Retired, U of MN and MDE
Ellen Haefne, Northfield Public Schools
Kristi Hanson, Rosemount-Apple Valley- Eagan Schools
Jen Jaros, Duluth Public Schools
Grace Keengwe, University of North Dakota
Jeanna Miller, Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools
Sarah Moline, Bloomington Public Schools
Paula, Poaletti, Lake Superior School District
Monica Potter, Retired, St Paul Public Schools
Julie Ritter, Shakopee Public Schools
Michelle Squire, Osseo Area Schools
Betty Uehling, New Ulm Public Schools
Linda Vukelich, MNAFEE
Nancy Wallace, Retired, St. Francis Area Schools
Melissa Amundson, Fergus Falls Public Schools
Michelle Berscheid, Robbinsdale Area Schools
Stephanie Berwald, Mahtomedi Public Schools
Mike Brown, MDE (Liaison)
Sara Chovan, Hopkins Public Schools
Heather Cline, Hourglass Perspectives, LLC
Betty Cooke, Retired, U of MN and MDE
Ellen Haefne, Northfield Public Schools
Kristi Hanson, Rosemount-Apple Valley- Eagan Schools
Jen Jaros, Duluth Public Schools
Grace Keengwe, University of North Dakota
Jeanna Miller, Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools
Sarah Moline, Bloomington Public Schools
Paula, Poaletti, Lake Superior School District
Monica Potter, Retired, St Paul Public Schools
Julie Ritter, Shakopee Public Schools
Michelle Squire, Osseo Area Schools
Betty Uehling, New Ulm Public Schools
Linda Vukelich, MNAFEE
Nancy Wallace, Retired, St. Francis Area Schools
MNAFEE Board Member Position Description (Approved Dec. 9, 2022)
The MNAFEE Board has collaborated to create a comprehensive overview of the board member role. As integral supporters of MNAFEE, board members play a crucial role in providing leadership and strategic governance. Their dedication involves contributing time, skills, and energy to drive the organization's initiatives, aligning with strategic goals. The board is committed to steering the organization towards sustainable funding, fostering professional development, and advocating for its mission through ethical governance and effective financial management.
Download the full MNAFEE Board Member Position Description.
Download the full MNAFEE Board Member Position Description.
Announcement: Nominees for MNAFEE Board of Directors Election
April 5, 2024
Per MNAFEE'S bylaws, it is our pleasure to announce the nominees for the upcoming Board of Directors election.
The following individuals have accepted their nominations to serve a two-year term (July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2026) on the MNAFEE Board of Directors:
- Michelle Berscheid
- Sara Chovan
- Betty Cooke
- Melissa Denning
- Barbara Eckberg
- Nancy Wallace
These individuals have demonstrated a commitment to MNAFEE's mission and we are grateful for their willingness to contribute their time and expertise to further our goals.
Online ballots will be distributed to all MNAFEE members in early May, with a deadline for completion by May 15. Your participation in this election process is crucial, as it ensures that our Board of Directors represents the diverse perspectives and interests of our membership.
Please stay tuned for further communication regarding the election process, including instructions on how to cast your vote online.
Thank you for your continued support of MNAFEE. Together, we can continue to make a meaningful impact on Early Childhood communities across the state.