Professional Assistance Team
What is the P.A.T.?
The job of leadership in public school systems is very complex and leaders might encounter difficult situations such as issues with personnel, parents, communities or school boards. MASA wants to provide our members with as much assistance as possible. Therefore, in addition to the MASA legal support services, we have created the Professional Assistance Team (P.A.T.).
The Professional Assistance Team is made up of individuals who have a wealth of experience in operating schools. The P.A.T. will use their experience to help their colleagues when they need consultation and/or advice if they run into a difficult situation. Each member has promised to treat every contact with confidentiality. The only case in which information may be shared is in the event that a situation is complex enough that a member may require legal assistance, and will be directed to the MASA Executive Director.
Examples of services the P.A.T. provides:
- Answers to questions regarding your role as a superintendent or central office leader
- Advice on how to handle specific situations involving the community, school board(s), employees, students, and operational situations
- Communication situations
- The P.A.T. will always maintain confidentiality when working with our members.
MASA members are encouraged to contact any member of the P.A.T. directly for assistance or expertise!
Reggie Engebritson
Superintendent
St. Louis County & Mountain Iron-Buhl Schools
Cell: 218-780-4689
Office: 218-749-8130
rengebritson@isd2142.k12.mn.us
Reggie Engebritson is currently a shared superintendent for the St. Louis County School District and the Mountain Iron-Buhl School District in northeastern MN on "da Range." She has been a superintendent since January 2018. Prior to the superintendency, Reggie was the Executive Director/Special Education Director for the Northland Special Ed Co-op which served 10 districts in NE MN.
Dr. Michael Favor
Superintendent
Intermediate School District 917
Cell: 651-423-8226
michael.favor@isd917.org
Dr. Michael Favor brings a wealth of experience in educational leadership to Intermediate
District #917. Most recently, Dr. Favor served as Assistant Superintendent of Roseville Area
Schools. Prior to that, Dr Favor’s district leadership roles include Interim Superintendent of Monticello Public Schools
and Executive Director of Robbinsdale Area Schools.
Dr. Favor has also served as a high school principal at Robbinsdale Cooper High School and Minneapolis Southwest High School and Minneapolis North Community School.
Dr. Favor completed his undergraduate studies at North Dakota State University. He also holds a Master of Education (M.Ed) degree from Hamline University, as well as a Doctorate in Educational Leadership (EdD) from St. Cloud State University where he also completed his Superintendent licensure program. Most recently, Dr. Favor received his Director of Special Education licensure through Minnesota State University, Mankato.
Annette Freiheit
Retired Superintendent
Last District Served: Winona Area Public Schools
Cell: 507-421-8558
annette.freiheit@gmail.com
Dr. Annette Freiheit has 34 years experience as an elementary teacher, elementary principal, curriculum director, and superintendent in central and southern Minnesota public schools. Annette completed the AASA National Superintendent Certification Program and participated in the MASA Aspiring Superintendent and the Great Start Cohorts. She completed her Bachelor and Master's degrees at Winona State University and Doctorate at Hamline University. She is retired and currently serving on the Minnesota State Academies Board of Directors.
Jeffrey Holm
Retired Superintendent
Last District Served: Willmar Public Schools
Cell: 320-979-7764
jholm86@gmail.com
Jeff has 38 years of public school experience. He has been a teacher, a principal, an assistant superintendent, and a superintendent. Jeff completed the AASA National Superintendent Certification Program and is a passionate advocate for public education.
Peter Olson-Skog
Superintendent
W. St. Paul-Mendota Hgts.-Eagan Area Schools
peter.olsonskog@isd197.org
651-216-7304
Dr. Peter Olson-Skog began serving as Superintendent of West Saint Paul, Mendota Heights, and Eagan Area Schools in 2017. He was named a Richard Green Scholar for his doctoral research, which described how district offices can support and empower principals. He has also been an assistant superintendent, director of teaching and learning, principal, research/assessment/evaluation coordinator, and teacher. Dr. Olson-Skog has given all of this tuition money to the University of Minnesota. He holds a BA in Elementary Education, an MA in Human Resource Development, and a PhD in Educational Leadership and Policy. His K12 principal and superintendent licensure were also from the U of M. Go Gophers! He and his wife, Amy, their three kids, and two dogs have lived in the metro area since 1999. Growing up, Peter lived on both coasts and in Canada, yet you won't catch him saying "Eh" anymore.