Richfield School Board Study Session - Running for School Board

Monday, July 14, 2025

School board election informational session

Candidate eligibility requirements

Filing procedures and timelines

Campaign finance reporting laws

Governance and school board responsibilities

Board member code of ethics

Minnesota School Boards Association (MSBA) services

Policy review cycles

Transition to even-year election schedules

Notable Quotes (3)

The board must have the general charge of the business of the district, the schoolhouse, and of the interests in the of the schools thereof.

Eric Carter
Powers of school boardsDefining board power under state statute.

It is about making sure the school run taking care of our kids. I thought it was interesting that people are trying to use it.

Tim Pace
School board neutralityAddressing political interests at school board meetings.

I thought that with my all my different experiences might be interesting to come into a school board with the perspectives of international education.

Ken Liss
Board candidacyExplaining his motivation for joining the board.

People (5)

Rachel Baines CupchoBoard Clerk

Participating in the study session.

Eric CarterBoard Chair

Leading the study session and discussing the balance of parental and board roles.

Tim PaceDirector

Reflecting on 12 years of service and challenges in educational equity.

Ken LissBoard Treasurer

Discussing his path to the board as a Navy veteran and parent advocate.

Cassandra QuamDistrict Election Clerk

Designated point of contact for candidate filings and finance reporting.

Places Mentioned

401 7th Street West, Richfield, Minnesota 55423Richfield School District Office

Events & Meetings (1)

  • Monday, July 14th - Richfield School Board study session

Ordinances & Resolutions (2)

Resolution to transition to even year elections

Mandates 2025 and 2027 elected members serve three-year terms to transition to even-year election cycles starting in 2028.

Policy 202

School board member code of ethics.

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