Discovery Public School of Faribault

Meet the Candidates!

School Board Elections will be held on May 15, 2025 at our Annual Meeting. The meeting is held in the cafeteria of Discover Public School and is scheduled to start at 5:30 pm. Ballots will be accepted in the school office until 4:00 pm on that date.

Russ Kennedy

Russ Kennedy has been a member of the DPS school board for almost twenty years. He has been chairman of the board for most of that time.

Personal Statement: I want to be re-elected to the school board because I care deeply about the school and the students it serves.  If elected I look forward to advocating for our students, families, educators, and community as I always have.

Ally Luthe

Ally has been a member of the DPS school board for about a year. She is a valued member of the board.

Personal Statement: I want to be re-elected to the school board because I’m committed to the success of our students and our school community. I’ve worked hard to make sure that every student has access to a high-quality education and a supportive environment. I will continue to listen to families, staff, and students when making decisions.

Notice is hereby given that the Discovery Public School Board Elections will be held on Thursday, May 15th , 2025, in the school cafeteria at 4:30 p.m.! The elections are being held to fill 2 positions for three-year terms. Incumbents may be re-elected.

We are currently accepting nominations! Should you be interested in finding out more about the position, please contact the school and ask for the Director, Dan Weisser.

An official ballot will be mailed to each household on Tuesday, April 15th. For your convenience, ballots will also be available in the school office. Completed ballots will be accepted in the office beginning Thursday, April 17th through Thursday, May 15th at 3:30 p.m. The final counting of ballots will be done at the beginning of the Regular School Board Meeting being held that same Thursday, May 15th at 4:30 p.m. in the School’s Cafeteria.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the school at 507-331-5423.
Thank you for taking the time to participate in voting to fill these vital seats!

(7) Votes S. Sam Macklay; Community Member (Incumbent)

(7) Votes Jim Severson; Community Member (Incumbent)

(7) Votes Sharon Hansen; Teacher (Incumbent)

As per the above Election results; a motion was made and carried by the School Board of Discovery Public School of Faribault at the Regular Board Meeting held on May 16th, 2024, to re-elect incumbents S. Sam Macklay, Community Member; Jim Severson, Community Member; and Sharon Hansen, Teacher for another 3 year term as members of our School Board.

A big “Thank You” also goes out to all our current School Board Members for their continued service and dedication to Discovery Public School of Faribault!

We would also like to thank all the families and staff of Discovery Public School who voted! Your participation and involvement is very important to the success of the school! Thank you!

SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that the Discovery Public School Board Elections will be
held on Thursday, May 16th, 2024 in the school cafeteria at 4:30 p.m.! The elections are being held to fill 3 positions for three year terms. Incumbents may be re-elected.

We are currently accepting nominations. Should you be interested in finding out more about the position, please contact the school and ask for the Director, Dan Weisser!

An official ballot was mailed to each household on Tuesday, April 16th. For your convenience, ballots will also be available in the school office. Completed ballots will be accepted in the office beginning Thursday, April 18th through Thursday, May 16th at 3:30 p.m. The final counting of ballots will be done at the beginning of the Regular School Board Meeting being held that same Thursday, May 16th at 4:30 p.m. in the School’s Cafeteria.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the school at 507-331-5423. Thank you for taking the time to participate in voting to fill these vital seats!