TO: Minnesota Charter School Board Members

FROM: Kirk Schneidawind, Executive Director Minnesota School Boards Association

I would like to take an opportunity to tell you about the services available to you as a Charter Associate of the Minnesota School Boards Association (MSBA). MSBA is committed to providing services and programs to help its charter associates navigate the complex world of education governance. MSBA Charter Associates receive access to technical assistance, money-saving school programs, the latest research, and extensive board training opportunities. However, the value of MSBA goes beyond lists of programs and services. MSBA saves charter schools time and money, builds productive governing boards, and provides access to invaluable data and resources.

Explore the following pages to learn about MSBA and the services we have to offer. For more information about any of the services you read about, contact our Charter School Liaison, Maria Lonis at (507) 934-8124 or mlonis@mnmsba.org. We are here to serve your charter school and to work with you to meet the special needs and interests of your school.

Sincerely,