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Executive Director & Board of Directors

Executive Director

Christine Reilly was named the first executive director for the Alexandria Education Foundation (AEF) on March 7, 2018. Reilly brings significant passion and experience to her role as executive director. She is a 1993 graduate of Jefferson High School, and served for several years on the AEF board as a director and most recently, as the chair. She is involved with the Cardinal Soccer Booster Club, enjoys doing choreography for shows at the Andria Theatre, and loves to read and travel as much as possible. Reilly resides in Alexandria with her husband, Shawn, and has three children, Emma, Colin, and Olivia.

Christine Resized 2018

Board of Directors

The Alexandria Education Foundation Board of Directors is comprised of business and community leaders, parents, teachers, and alumni who share a vision of enhancing education in Alexandria Public Schools. These individuals volunteer their time and talent to ensure that every Alexandria student has exceptional learning experiences.

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AEF Board of Directors
Back (l to r): Jeff Montgomery, Anthony Zimny, Dana Christenson, Jay Sieling, Josh Tatge, Tom Ellison, Eric Karlstad.
Seated (l to r): Linda Nelson, Meri Ripley, Jennifer Heydt, Sarah O'Kane.

Not pictured: Patrick Kalina, Lori Schmidt.

2020 Board

Jay Sieling, Chair
Sarah O'Kane, Vice Chair
Patrick Kalina, Treasurer
  • Dana Christenson
  • Tom Ellison
  • Jennifer Heydt
  • Eric Karlstad
  • Jeff Montgomery
  • Linda Nelson
  • Meri Ripley
  • Lori Schmidt
  • Josh Tatge
  • Anthony Zimny
  • Rick Sansted, Ex-officio

2020 Board Meeting Schedule

  • January 7, 2020
  • February 4, 2020
  • March 3, 2020
  • April 7, 2020
  • May 5, 2020
  • June 2, 2020
  • July 7, 2020
  • August 4, 2020
  • September 1, 2020
  • October 6, 2020
  • November 3, 2020
  • December 1, 2020

Alumni Hall of Fame 2007-2019

Alumni Hall of Fame 2007-2019

Hall of Fame Inductees 2007-2019 will be recognized in a special virtual ceremony on Friday, September 25, 2020 at 12 PM.

Mission Statement

The Alexandria Education Foundation is committed to supporting excellence in education and expanding learning opportunities in Alexandria Public Schools.

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Contact information

P.O. Box 308
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 815-5052
[email protected]

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Recent News

  • Alexandria Education Foundation awarded grant to support school meals for students in need October 13, 2020
  • Virtual Celebration of Hall of Fame Inductees from the past 13 years September 22, 2020
  • Alexandria Education Foundation Postpones Hall of Fame Event August 20, 2020

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