2025 Saint Peter ISD 508 School Board Candidate Forum
School board candidate introductions
Candidate qualifications and reasons for running
Strategies for improving K-12 student achievement
Defining and implementing school safety protocols
Budget management and handling future shortfalls
Strategic planning and resource allocation
Full Document Analysis
Notable Quotes (3)
This is a human services organization and so there's not a lot of fluff that doesn't involve student contact.
Most often those tragedies are occurring at the hands of former students or of present students. And we need to be proactive.
We see the interpersonal skill gaps that exist in the last five or six years.
People (5)
Linda HeinyModeratorModerated the candidate forum and managed the question process.
Moderated the candidate forum and managed the question process.
Drew DixonVice Chair, School BoardIncumbent seeking a fourth term with experience on HR and policy committees.
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Incumbent seeking a fourth term with experience on HR and policy committees.
“School boards are probably not exactly what you think they are.”
Reflecting on the realities of financial and contract management in school governance.
Kate MartinsBoard MemberFormer educator with 42 years of experience; seeking a second term.
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Former educator with 42 years of experience; seeking a second term.
“Our students are our greatest resource. They are our hope for the future and they are our biggest responsibility.”
Emphasizing the importance of providing high-quality education to students.
Charlie PotottsBoard ChairIncumbent with eight years of service on the board; works as a dean at Gustavus.
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Incumbent with eight years of service on the board; works as a dean at Gustavus.
“School board members should work without an agenda other than supporting our children through their education.”
Describing the philosophy of board service.
Marcia RaftK-5 Library Media SpecialistActive in local diversity initiatives and tutoring; first-time candidate.
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Active in local diversity initiatives and tutoring; first-time candidate.
“When I think about budgets, instead of thinking about cutting first, my mind goes to how can we make sure we don't have to cut?”
Discussing proactive fiscal management and enrollment strategies.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (2)
- September 9th, 2025; St. Peter Community Center, Governor's Room
- November 4th, 2025; General Election