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Founding Board 

Our founding 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.

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Joanna Wallenberg

Mental Health Clinician & Resort Owner
HLCS Board Chair

Energetic and driven, and a woman with vision and a mission. Joanna is always excited to take on the next challenge and push our team forward in the best interest of our kids and our community.

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Joanna and her family live in Two Inlets, MN. 

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Sarah Skjonsby

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

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.

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Sarah and her family live in Park Rapids, MN. 

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Jamie Simon-Linkowitz

Licensed Teacher

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.

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Jamie 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.

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Nikki and her family live in Park Rapids, MN. 

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Elise Erickson

Licensed Teacher

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

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Elise and her family live in Park Rapids, MN. 

Board Meetings

Schedules, Agendas & Meetings

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HEARTLAND LAKES COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Board of Directors will meet the

2nd & 4th Mondays of every month (unless otherwise posted)

Meeting Time: 6:00 PM

Meeting Location: Heartland Lakes Community School

(1005 Park Ave N, Park Rapids, MN)

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Upcoming Board of Director Meetings:

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Monday, November 25, 2024

Monday, December 16, 2024

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Finance Committee will meet the

4th Monday of every month (unless otherwise posted):

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Meeting Time: 5:00 pm

Meeting Location: Heartland Lakes Community School

(1005 Park Ave N, Park Rapids, MN)

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