- Give every student the same starting point and opportunity, so that they are prepared for their future endeavors in life.
- Ensure that teachers feel supported and equipped to help each student achieve their academic goals.
- Focus on education: Reading, writing, arithmetic, and access to technology that prepares them for college, job force, trade school, and ultimately their career of choice.
Dennis Stubbs
Putting education first.
Why am I running for Eden Prairie’s school board?
Eden Prairie has perhaps the most reputable educational facilities in all of Minnesota. That is one of many reasons my wife and I moved here 8 years ago. I believe in serving the community, and as a parent of three young children, felt this school board position would be a great opportunity to share thoughts and ideas with other board members. Having an open mind is essential to serving on this board.
Whether our younger generation decides to enter the work force immediately, head off to college or trade school, or join the military; I want our students to be prepared for this next chapter in their life. I believe all students should be given the same opportunity to thrive from a world class education. We still need to introduce them to the basics such as reading, writing, and mathematics, combined with access to everchanging technology. Social interaction amongst students from all backgrounds is highly important!
With the lockdowns and at home learning that occurred during Covid, I was able to truly appreciate the difficult assignments that our teachers have. I was highly impressed by the commitment our instructors and staff put forth and exemplified during this time. My job as a school board member is to make sure our teachers always feel supported and appreciated. Not only do I want to retain the wonderful teaching clientele that Eden Prairie has, but I also want to help make it an attractive district for new candidates.
I especially want our students, teachers, and staff to feel safe in their learning environment. I believe this is possible by continuing our strong relationship with the EP police and fire department. It also comes with systematically updating our facilities with the latest technology and staff training.
Meeting the community I’d like to serve
I got to spend time with the Rahkola family and many other Eden Prairie families while out campaigning! This is “Coach” Jon, wife Shannon, Mikko, Mila, McCoy, and Max (not pictured, it was his nap time inside!)
I'm simply focused on the education of our kids.
I want our students to thrive and our teachers to feel supported. We need to give our teachers the tools they need and our students an environment where they can focus on education.
Dedicated to our teachers.
Dedicated to our teachers.
Dedicated to our teachers.
Dedicated to our teachers.
Dedicated to our teachers.
Dedicated to our students.
Dedicated to our students.
Dedicated to our students.
Dedicated to our students.
Dedicated to our students.
My Family: Dennis, Miranda, Decker – 8 (3rd grade), Reece – 6 (1st grade), and Mykah
Photos by Ashley McDonnell Photography
Exploring The Issues
EDUCATION FIRST
GIVE PARENTS A VOICE
Simply put: Our children’s education is not a one-man band. I believe “it takes the whole village” to get things right. Alongside teachers and other administrative staff, our parents should feel safe to have a voice and be able to give input in their child’s education. As board members, voted in by the public, we have a responsibility to listen and genuinely try to understand each parent or caregivers’ concerns, and be prepared to come up with solutions.
SAFETY
I believe safety is a top priority. Because of this, I was in total support of the past referendum and will support the upcoming levy vote. Students, parents, and staff must feel safe and know that all necessary precautions have been implemented before the start of each school day.