District 191 residents are represented by a seven-member Board of Education, which is responsible for setting the direction of the district by establishing a Strategic Roadmap and district policies, approving an annual budget and tax levy, and hiring the district’s superintendent.

Board members are elected to four-year terms. Elections are held in even-numbered years, with three seats up for election in one cycle and four seats up for election in the other.  More Elections Information

Meet the ISD 191 Board of Education

On Thursday, Oct. 8, District 191 School Board member Jen Holweger announced her resignation from the board, effective at the end of the meeting. As required by state law, the Board will make an appointment to fill the vacancy until a special election can be held.

If you'd like to reach all members of the Board of Education, send an email to boardofeducation@isd191.org.

Abigail Alt, Chair- Profile
Email
(612) 239-3421

Eric Miller, Vice Chair- Profile
Email
612-239-3348

Darcy Schatz, Director- Profile
Email
651-955-8301

Dr. DeeDee Currier, Clerk - Profile
Email
(952) 882-7746

Scott Hume, Treasurer - Profile

Email
651-356-1883

Lesley Chester, Director - Profile
Email
651-955-7199

Milkoomee Addisu, Student Representative 
The student representative to the Board of Education acts as a non-voting member representing the interests of students.

Current & Ongoing Major Issues Before the Board

• Vision One91
• Culturally Proficient Schools System
• Facilities Realignment
• Employee Negotiations