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Advisory Council

Purpose

To bring together a cross-section of people who reside within the boundaries of Mankato Area Public Schools to support programs, stimulate ideas and make recommendations to the Community Education Director concerning programs.

Membership

10 members selected from application on basis of expressed interest in the work of MAPS Community Education Department and their ability to represent a unique population or community perspective. General membership is by appointment from the local elected bodies which comprise the MAPS district.

Membership Application

In compliance with Minnesota Open Meeting Law, the public has a right to attend Mankato Area Public Schools Community Education Advisory Council meetings and observe the transaction of public business. Guest seating is provided for this purpose.  The public is not permitted to speak during the meeting. Meeting dates, times and locations are posted to the Mankato Area Public Schools website, under Community Education Advisory Council.  Annually, the approved slate of recipients for the Spirit of Youth Award will also be posted publicly, as it is an action taken by the Mankato Area Public Schools Community Education Advisory Council. 

Community Education Advisory Council
Meeting Dates:
  • September 25, 2024  
  • November 20, 2024
  • January 22, 2025
  • March 26, 2025
  • May 28, 2025
Meeting Time and Location:

5:00 - 6:00 pm
Lincoln Community Center
110 Fulton Street
Mankato, MN 56001

2024-2025 Meetings

Advisory Council Members

Name Term
Jim Roy, Chair 2025
Dana Niu 2025
Ahmed (Jaffer) Mohamud 2027
Christina Shortall 2027
Lynn Waterbury 2027
Lul Omar 2028
Sarah Morgan 2028
Becca Sharpsteen 2026
Josh Berkenpas 2026
Elizabeth Hanke Appt. ISD77 School Board
Mollie Meyer Appt. ISD77 Administrator
Kevin Mettler Appt. City of Mankato
Beth Rohrich Appt. City of Eagle Lake
Scott Carlson Appt. City of North Mankato
Patty O'Conner Appt. Blue Earth County
Jack Kolars Appt. Nicollet County