Recent District Accomplishments

I am proud of the work that has happened in Edina Public Schools during my time on the board. School district work is collective and collaborative work; it requires vision, thoughtful discernment, listening and a lot of hard work. Edina Public Schools has a history of being exceptional and that hasn’t happened by accident. Our incredible staff, our dedicated students, families and community, as well as visionary, strategic leaders, have all contributed to our schools’ past and current excellence. These accomplishments are thanks to, and belong to, ALL of us.

Academic Excellence & Recognition

  • Rated A+ Overall District by Niche.com, placing Edina in the top %1 of Minnesota school districts.

  • Countryside Elementary named a 2023 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education.

  • Edina High School ranked #1 traditional high school in Minnesota by U.S. News & World Report.

  • In 2026, 95% of EHS students taking Advanced Placement tests scored a 3 or higher. A total of 2,713 Advanced Placement tests were taken at EHS.

  • 96% of parents recommend Edina Public Schools, per community survey.

  • Close to 100% of Pre-K-5th educators are trained in the Science of Reading (MN READ Act). Thanks to our partnership with the Edina Education Fund, we are a statewide leader in this work.

  • Launched a Spanish Dual Language program, providing families a second K-12 language opportunity.

  • Created a data dashboard for staff and families so student progress can be monitored and, if needed, instructional adjustments made.

  • Nearly 45% of the Class of 2026 earned recognition for bilingual or multilingual achievement — the highest percentage in school history.

  • Continued strong academic outcomes supporting the district's designation as a nationally recognized district.

  • Over 95% graduation rate with 88% going on to an institute of higher education.

  • South View Middle School recognized as an Association for Middle Level Education School of Distinction. The first and only Minnesota middle school to receive this recognition.

Fiscal Stewardship, Leadership & Governance

  • Maintained the district’s Aaa credit rating. We are one of only three school districts in Minnesota, and about 100 nationwide, to hold this top rating.

  • Chaired the board as we conducted a thorough superintendent search and successfully transitioned superintendent leadership, following a search process that included community, staff and student surveys, listening sessions and focus groups.

  • One of the first Minnesota districts to create policy around cell phone and electronic communication.

  • First Minnesota district to create policy and guidelines around the use of opiate antagonist by high school students.

Well Rounded Students & Welcoming Schools

  • Sustained mental health support partnerships (including school-based therapy services) for students throughout the district as part of the district's strategic-plan commitment to whole-student wellness.

  • Continued strong participation and success in state academic and extracurricular competitions, including 217 total state championship titles.

    • Over 100 extracurricular opportunities spanning arts, athletics, academics, activities and student-led clubs

    • In 2026, Max Prep Sports ranked Edina as the 8th best sports program in the United States.

  • State and national leader in inclusive programming supporting students of all abilities.

    • Offering Edina Unified programming throughout the district E-12

    • South View Middle School nationally recognized as a Special Olympics Unified Champion School-first and only middle school in Minnesota.

    • Over 1,000 students and staff raised over $100,000 for inclusion with the EPS Polar Plunge

  • Annual measurement and monitoring of student and staff wellness metrics ensuring continuous progress is made on creating an environment where every person is valued and supported

  • Intentional creation of student leadership opportunities throughout the district K-12.