Our Board

Our School Board is made up of visionary teachers, passionate professionals, a driven social worker, parents, and small business owners who are invested in the growth and education of our young scholars in the Heartland Lakes area of Park Rapids, MN community.

Sarah Skjonsby

Small Business Owner & Licensed Birth-5 Provider
HLCS Board Chair

Sarah brings a wide range of skills and experiences to the HCLS board. She has owned multiple businesses, is an expert in birth - 5 development, and is always engaged with the community.

Sarah and her family live in Park Rapids, MN.

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Jamie Simon-Linkowitz

Licensed Teacher

Board Member

Jamie has decades of experience teaching in a variety of different communities and languages. She is a fluent Spanish-speaker and a life-long learner.

Jamie and her family live in Park Rapids, MN.

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Rebekah Sundsrud

Musician, Artist

Board Member

Rebekah is a musician, artist and avid reader. She brings a wide perspective and impressive attention to details to the HLCS board.

Rebekah and her family live in Park Rapids, MN.

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Nikki Gack

Hubbard County Deputy Auditor/Treasurer
HLCS Board Secretary

Energetic and Fun, Nikki brings her dedication, attention to detail, and experience serving kids with special needs to the HLCS board.

Nikki and her family live in Park Rapids, MN.

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Elise Erickson

Licensed Teacher

Board Member

Thoughtful and wise, Elise brings her passion for education, student-centered approach, and great questions to the HLCS board.

Elise and her family live in Park Rapids, MN.

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Gretchen Pederson

Financial Analyst

Board Member

Smart and collaborative, Gretchen brings her incredible knowledge and experience in the world of finance - along with her love of Park Rapids - to the HLCS board.

Gretchen and her family live in Park Rapids, MN.

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Current School Board Roster