Math and Science Academy :: BOD Elections

The MSA Board of Directors Elections

BOD Nominations Now Open

Board of Directors Election 2025 Timeline

The Board of Directors approved the following timeline at the February 25th, 2025 meeting for the 2025 election.

Feb 25 – BOD Meeting - Nomination Form and Election plan approved by BOD
Feb 26 - Nominations Open in the morning
Mar 19 - Nominations Close
April 22 – BOD Approves Ballot
April 23 – Candidate Statements Posted Online
May 1 - Electronic Voting Opens
May 15 @ NOON - Voting Closes
May 15 @ 4:30PM - Committee Certifies Results
May 20 Meeting - Board Certifies Results
July 22 - New Members seated - New BOD members are seated based on policy

Elections Process FAQ

What should my candidate statement contain?

As part of your self nomination, the attached BOD Self Nomination Form. This statement will be shared with MSA community during the election process. This statement will also be posted on the MSA website during the election and your name will appear on the ballot.

Do I have the required skills and expertise?

Absolutely! The school hires qualified experts in school administration, education and employment law, accounting, and other technical matters. If you are a parent or guardian of an enrolled MSA student and are interested in ensuring MSA’s continued success, you have exactly what we need.

Who is eligible for the MSA Board?

According to the bylaws: Membership on the Board shall be in accord with Minnesota law and consist of three parents (or legal guardians) of enrolled students who are not employed by the school, four licensed teachers who are employed or contracted by MSA, two community members who are not employed by the school and do not have a child enrolled in the school. This year, there are 3 seats up for election (1 Teacher, 1 Parent, 1 Community Member). If you are unsure if you are eligible or if you have a conflict of interest, please check the MSA bylaws or contact the board chair (wsletten@mnmsa.org) to clarify if you are eligible.

How much time is required?

The board typically meets for 2-3 hours on the third Tuesday of each month. There is also a workshop during each month these are typically on Tuesdays. Members are usually expected to serve on at least one BOD committee. There may also be special meetings throughout the year.

Typical future board election cycle:

January - Election Committee Formed

February - Candidate Statements Collected

March - Self Nominations Close

April - BOD Approves Ballot

May - Candidate Forum/Voting

July - New Members Seated

Voting:

All parents/guardians, staff, and elected community members are eligble to vote in the BOD elections. Prior to each election the board will send out procedures for electronic voting. Voters who need additional assistance are able to vote in the MSA office.