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Darcie Baumann (Waconia Public Schools Independent School District 110 school board, At-large, Minnesota, candidate 2024)
Darcie Baumann ran for election to the Waconia Public Schools Independent School District 110 school board, At-large in Minnesota. She was on the ballot in the general election on November 5, 2024.[source]
Baumann completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
[1]Biography
Darcie Baumann provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on November 2, 2024:
- Birth date: August 13, 1970
- Birth place: Waconia, Minnesota
- High school: Central High School (NYA)
- Bachelor's: Minnesota State University, Mankato, 2017
- Gender: Female
- Profession: Consultant
- Incumbent officeholder: No
- Campaign slogan: Valuing Every Voice, Empowering Every Student
- Campaign website
- Campaign endorsements
- Campaign Facebook
- Campaign Instagram
Elections
General election
General election for Waconia Public Schools Independent School District 110 school board, At-large (3 seats)
The following candidates ran in the general election for Waconia Public Schools Independent School District 110 school board, At-large on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | ||
 | Heather Arnita (Nonpartisan)  | |
 | Darcie Baumann (Nonpartisan) | |
| Dana Geller (Nonpartisan) | ||
| Bridget Liverca (Nonpartisan) | ||
| Ryan Rosin (Nonpartisan) | ||
| Mark Tregarthen (Nonpartisan) | ||
| Amanda Wilson (Nonpartisan) | ||
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Election results
Endorsements
To view Baumann's endorsements as published by their campaign, click here. Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Baumann in this election.
Campaign themes
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Darcie Baumann completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Baumann's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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- I am committed to ensuring that every student—regardless of their background, identity, or ability—has equal access to opportunities, resources, and a high-quality education. By fostering an inclusive culture, we create spaces where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. As a school board member, I will work to ensure open communication and transparent decision-making processes. Families, students, and staff deserve to be part of a collaborative dialogue, where their voices are heard, valued, and reflected in the policies we create.
- A successful school system nurtures both its students and its staff. I will advocate for policies that support the professional growth of educators while prioritizing the well-being and success of students. Our educators play a critical role in shaping our future, and I will ensure they have the resources and support needed to help all students achieve their potential. I'm committed to ensuring financial responsibility without compromising the needs of the staff and students.
- I believe education doesn’t stop at graduation—it’s a journey we all share. I am committed to not only promoting learning opportunities for our students but also continuing to grow and develop my own knowledge and skills. I will bring my expertise in governance and leadership, collaborating with my colleagues to share best practices and foster a spirit of continuous improvement. By supporting a learning culture among students, staff, and the board itself, we can build a district where innovation and growth are encouraged at every level. Together, we can create a school system that reflects our evolving community, prepares our students for the future, and leads with integrity and a commitment to lifelong learning.
- Good communication skills and listens to learn.
- Ability to made difficult and sometimes unpopular decisions
- Ability to work respectfully and collaboratively as a team
My experience in governance and working in quality systems for regulated industries such as medical device are areas I thrived in when assessing and implementing rules and standards.
- establish policies
- Hire, monitor, evaluate, set goals for superintendent performance
- monitors student success
- Approves the district’s budget
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
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Candidate Waconia Public Schools Independent School District 110 school board, At-large |
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