Family January 2026 Knight Line
At the heart of STMA is our commitment to children—and our partnership with families. Our work is grounded in care, compassion, and the belief that every child deserves to feel safe, supported, respected, and valued. We deeply appreciate the partnership we share with families and the trust they place in us each day.
Our focus remains constant and anchored in our core responsibility—to care for and educate children—and we take that responsibility to heart. Through consistent routines, meaningful relationships, and strong connections, we strive to create environments where students feel seen, heard, and loved.
Our commitment to our children runs deep. With heart at the center of all we do, we work each day to foster safe, welcoming, and supportive learning environments where every learner can thrive.
We are grateful to walk alongside our families and serve our children together, united by purpose and guided by heart.
We are grateful for how they go above and beyond each day to create respectful, caring environments where our children feel seen, heard, and valued.
Our Tradition of Excellence would be a hollow promise without their commitment to our students, families, and schools. They truly make a difference, and we are incredibly thankful for all that they do.
We are incredibly proud to celebrate several of our school board members who were recently recognized by the Minnesota School Boards Association (MSBA) for their exceptional service and leadership:
Carol Steffens, School Board Clerk
President’s Award – A service-based recognition presented to board members for their accumulated training and service points
20 Years of Service – Recognizing two decades of dedicated service as a school board member
Drew Scherber, School Board Chair
All-State Award – One of MSBA’s highest honors, recognizing board members who demonstrate exemplary leadership through extensive training, service, and commitment to effective school governance
20 Years of Service – Honoring two decades of service to public education
Tim Lewis, School Board Treasurer
Leadership Development Certificate – Earned by completing the comprehensive MSBA Learning to Lead workshop series
Thank you to School Board Members Steffens, Lewis, and Scherber for your dedication to continuous learning, thoughtful leadership, and steadfast service to our students, staff, families, and community. We are grateful for all you do!