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Leadership Nominations

Nominations are now open for several seats on the MASA Board of Directors. Nominations will close on January 30, 2026, at 4 pm.

MASA officers and board members have the opportunity to influence education in Minnesota and serve their fellow colleagues. We encourage you to nominate yourself or a colleague who you feel would be a strong leader for MASA!

Complete your nomination form here!

Officer and Representative Seats for Nomination:

    • President-Elect - Metro Area, Region 9 (2026-27)

    • Treasurer (2026-29)

    • Region 2 Superintendent Rep. (2026-29)

    • Region 5 Superintendent Rep. (2026-29)

    • Greater MN Curriculum Rep. (2026-29)

    • Metro Area Curriculum Rep. (2026-29)

    • Metro Area Special Education Rep. (2026-29)

    • Metro Area Technology Rep. (2026-29)

    • Service Provider Rep. (2026-29)

Eligible Voting Members List

Each representative will serve a three-year term representing their region and component group beginning July 1, 2026. MASA Board of Directors term limits are two consecutive terms.

All voting members are eligible to submit nominations for President-Elect (from Region 9) and Treasurer (from any region). If your region and component group are not listed among the open Board seats, you are only eligible to nominate for those two positions. The nomination form will guide you to select only the positions available based on your region and component group.

President-Elect Information

The President-Elect serves one year, followed by one year as President and one year as Past President. All MASA Active members from Region 9 are eligible for this position. The President-Elect alternates between Regions 1-8 and Region 9 every other year. This year the candidate will be from Region 9.

In addition, the President-Elect must:
  • be an active MASA member
  • be a practicing administrator
  • have five years of successful administrative experience in Minnesota
  • be committed to MASA and its goals
  • have time available to represent MASA for three years (2026-29) as President-Elect, President, and Past President
In the year of the presidency, a $1000 scholarship will be offered to someone from the President's district 

Treasurer Information

The MASA Treasurer to the MASA Board of Directors serves a three-year term.  All MASA active members are eligible. 
 
In addition, candidates must:
  • be a MASA member, in the “active” (voting) category
  • be a practicing administrator
  • have five years of successful administrative experience in Minnesota
  • be committed to MASA and its goals
  • have time available to represent MASA for three years (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2029)
Accountabilities of this office include:
  • participate in MASA Executive Committee and Board meetings
  • represent and promote MASA
  • assist the Executive Director in developing the annual budget
  • review and approve monthly expenditures
  • review the management of investments for the association 
All voting members can nominate a treasurer candidate.

Component Group Representative Information

Component Group Representative seats are a three-year commitment, with the possibility of serving up to two terms. The term will officially begin July 1, 2026. Board members typically attend four meetings annually, including:

  • Fall Conference • 2 half days  (Rotating Duluth and Brainerd)

  • December at Quora Education Center • 5 hours

  • Spring Conference • 5 hours  (Marriott NW) 

  • June Board Retreat • 2 half days  (Rotating Minneapolis and Brainerd)

As part of the governing body of MASA, Board members help provide oversight and direction for the Association. This includes:

  • Evaluating the Executive Director

  • Approving the annual budget and overseeing financial matters

  • Setting membership dues

  • Adopting MASA’s legislative platform and guiding advocacy priorities

  • Creating and overseeing committees and acting on committee recommendations

  • Reviewing and recommending bylaws changes for consideration by the membership

  • Supporting the mission and strategic priorities of MASA

Nomination and Election Dates

  • January 5, 2026: Nominations open for all eligible members

  • January 30, 2026: Nominations close

  • March 23, 2026: Voting Ballots open